Game 55: Patriots 11-3 « Barnstormin’

Game 55: Patriots 11-3

June 30, 2007 by Jason Guarente

Lancaster Barnstormers AT SOMERSET PATRIOTS
Andy Van Hekken 6-2, 3.48 ERA) vs.
Josh Stevens (6-1, 2.24 ERA)

The Barnstormers begin a six-game, home-and-home series against Somerset, which leads Camden by a half-game in the South. It’s Stevens’ turn in the rotation and that’s always good news for Lancaster. Stevens hasn’t taken a loss since May 17 and, of course, leads the league in ERA. Van Hekken has the best ERA among Atlantic League lefties. It’s a great matchup.

– Newark’s Matt Sweeney was picked up by the Astros today. This is interesting because Sweeney and Stevens shared pitcher of the month honors in May. Sweeney is younger and has a 90 mph fastball, so — apparently — that makes him more attractive to affiliated clubs.

– On-base percentage watch: Dominick Ambrosini, .402; Jeremy Todd, .401; Danny Gonzalez, .362; Jutt Hileman, .350; Chris Van Rossum, .341; Steve Van Note, .330; Mike Woods, .329; Russ Cleveland, .293.

– According to AtlanticLeagueBaseball.com, the Barnstormers have signed infielder John Wolff. He’s 23, he’s a left-handed hitter and he’s never played above rookie ball. Wolff’s career statistics are here.

RECORD: 24-31

PLAYER OF THE GAME: Josh Pressley (a 3-run homer, 2-run double and six RBIs). Pressley was the second player in as many nights to drive in six runs against the Barnstormers Matt DeMarco did it Friday night.

WHAT WENT RIGHT: The Barnstormers signed infielder John Wolff. Sure, he doesn’t have the experience or track record you might want (or expect), but Lancaster needed someone. Wolff is a natural shortstop who could give Gonzalez a much-needed day off. He’s also a Harvard grad. Hopefully, it doesn’t take a week for him to get into a game.

*Jeremy Todd and Dominick Ambrosini had RBI singles. Vince Blue belted an RBI double and looked good at the plate — until he was ejected for arguing balls and strikes in the seventh inning.

WHAT WENT WRONG: Josh Stevens didn’t have it. The righthander was roughed up for seven runs in 4 2/3 innings as his ERA rose to 2.92. Stevens had been battling a virus during the week, which helps explains his off night. Apparently, even Superman gets ill.

*Lance Odom didn’t fare well in his Barnstormers debut. His first pitch to Jose Morban was launched for a home run.

*Lancaster started three left-handed hitting outfielders against lefty starter Andy Van Hekken. Jutt Hileman was not with the team at the start of the game. Lack of depth continues to be a major problem and it doesn’t seem like it’s going to be addressed.

*The Barnstormers had three runners thrown out on the bases and committed two errors.

*The Barnstormers were mathematically eliminated from the first-half race. A season that started with great expectations and optimism has turned into the low point in the franchise’s three-year history. You have to wonder about team morale at this point, considering BASA’s ongoing struggle to find anyone to bolster the roster.

As an aside: It’s probably in the Barnstormers’ best interest if Somerset wins the first half. At this point the Patriots have the best talent in the division and the gap between Lancaster and Somerset is gaping.

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240 Responses

on June 30, 2007 at 5:25 pm Radical Stormerfan

I’m BACK!!
See ya’ll at 7:05
on June 30, 2007 at 5:30 pm autograph amy

Hey Radical…glad to see that you made it back! We need ya!
on June 30, 2007 at 5:49 pm Stormin' In York

I’m standing in line at the gates. I see a lot of Patriot fans. Figures?
on June 30, 2007 at 5:50 pm Radical Stormerfan

I totally miss you all…including the team. A week without Baseball is horrible!
Man, what happened last night? Kinda glad I missed that one.
Let’s GO BARNSTORMERS !!!!
on June 30, 2007 at 5:59 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Welcome back Rad Mom!

Stormin–I liked your #3 post!!
on June 30, 2007 at 6:14 pm Stormin' In York

Now THEY have an All Star field. It looks good. I am jealous.

What is my bid for a Somerset Patriots cooler bag.
on June 30, 2007 at 6:33 pm Radical Stormerfan

Hey Mr. B, I like the name you gave me … Rad Mom… maybe I’ll stick with it.
on June 30, 2007 at 6:44 pm autograph amy

Stormin…wow had I known you were going to somerset I would have persuaded hubby to go as well!
on June 30, 2007 at 6:46 pm Radical Stormerfan

I expect to hear you loud and clear on the radio Stormin…. any other Stormer fans over there ?
on June 30, 2007 at 6:46 pm Jason Guarente

The Barnstormers have signed a backup infielder named John Wolff. Check the post for some details.
on June 30, 2007 at 6:47 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Sounds like you’re going to see a great pitching duel Stormin!
on June 30, 2007 at 6:49 pm Stormin' In York

Somebody got’s to help out. Really, I wanted to see the stadium and I kind of wish I had’nt seen their field.

I did meet Mike Ashmore. Nice guy. Give him a good seat next time he comes to Lancaster Jason.
on June 30, 2007 at 6:50 pm autograph amy

Wow…..this is underwhelming news for us. His stats look positively putrid! Lets hope he helps us out enough defensively that we can get some guys some rest. Never played above rookie ball? This league will eat him up!
on June 30, 2007 at 6:52 pm autograph amy

Stormin…we do not allow Ashmore in Clipper magazine Stadium…..the last time he was there was the night that Lincoln Mikkelson pitched that no hitter against us!!! I met him that night…he’s a great guy!
on June 30, 2007 at 6:52 pm Mr. Barnstormer

I like how you slipped in the Lancaster/Camden same ownership line Dave!!

That’s funny how they’re talking about that in Somerset!
on June 30, 2007 at 6:54 pm autograph amy

I would rather we got Kevin Wilson or Kris Dufner back!
on June 30, 2007 at 6:59 pm Stormin' In York

I have my cowbell. When I talked to Mike he remembers that game. He was wondering if we would let him in.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:00 pm autograph amy

I jokingly told him after that game..that we wouldnt let him back!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:01 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Sounds like John Wolff is someone in corporates nephew.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:02 pm autograph amy

Hey stormin…what number is Wolff…is he there yet? I need to get him on my autograph sheet before he gets shipped out laughing insanely!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:05 pm autograph amy

Radical you here?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:05 pm Cougar

Stormin.. bring some good luck to the team… judging by the standings it’s going to be a tough one tonight.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:05 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Stormin, thats awesome you brought your cowbell! You should do a test run and I’ll let you know if we can hear it over the radio.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:07 pm Mr. Barnstormer

LETS GO WOODS!!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:09 pm Radical Stormerfan

Yes A A..
I’m trying to unpack in two hours what took a week to pack up in the first place.
Absolutely exhausted from the wonderful week at the beach. I’ll be on here as much as possible.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:11 pm Mr. Barnstormer

THEY HIT TODD!!!

payback tiiiiiime!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:11 pm Stormin' In York

Hey AA, they just hit Todd.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:11 pm autograph amy

Yeah I fgured you are more tired now than you were before you left!!!! Haha. Isnt it always the way!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:13 pm Mr. Barnstormer

AA I heard that the pitch that hit Todd might of done some permanent damage to his backside!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:13 pm Stormin' In York

Murry blew it again. Todd was a sitting duck.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:14 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Man we even need a new third base coach!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:16 pm Radical Stormerfan

Amy.. you can be his personal massage therapist… LOL.
check your mail.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:17 pm autograph amy

Nah…Jt gets hit alot…no damage that I have ever noticed…lol! Way to take one for the team JT.

radical check your email!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:17 pm Stormin' In York

Murry waved him then threw up a stop sign. I got whiplash watching Jeremy try to stop.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:17 pm Cougar

Murray needs to quit smoking in the dugout. It stinks my seats up.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:18 pm autograph amy

Hmmmm very interesting suggestion! Haha.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:21 pm Stormin' In York

I thought Clipper was a smoke free facility. Hey AA, what is Facto’s number? 18?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:22 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Hey no secrets!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:24 pm Cougar

The Clipp is smoke free… Some people have special privileges. It would be better for his health if he could stop for 3 hours or so while the team is on the field.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:25 pm Cougar

This is a secret society.. isn’t it !!!!!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:25 pm Radical Stormerfan

Girls, girls, girls… we need to have secrets, right?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:26 pm autograph amy

Not sure what number Facto is but he’s got dark hair kinda dumpy. Not sure what base he’s going to mess up tonight..I cant remember what Dave said. WHY?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:26 pm Radical Stormerfan

Who is FACTO ????
on June 30, 2007 at 7:26 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Is there no help for the widows son!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:26 pm autograph amy

Haha.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:27 pm Radical Stormerfan

LOL.. love ya Mr. B
on June 30, 2007 at 7:27 pm autograph amy

Umpire.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:27 pm autograph amy

Dave or stormin….what number is Wolff?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:28 pm autograph amy

ugh.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:32 pm Radical Stormerfan

Geezzzz. I leave to feed the dog and what the heck happened???
2- zip come on Stormers
on June 30, 2007 at 7:34 pm Stormin' In York

I am looking at his backside. Not a pretty picture. I got this crew when I was York and now here. This is the (I think) worst crew. They have blown so many calls. We will see tonight.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:38 pm autograph amy

Ah…yes that crew has been pretty inconsistant all year. It seems like we do see that crew alot!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:38 pm Dave Collins

Wolff is #6.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:41 pm autograph amy

Thanks Dave. That will help on Tuesday night when I attempt to get his autograph.

stormin…Facto is at third.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:43 pm autograph amy

Is there a really useful reason to bring lance back before the all star break?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:43 pm Mr. Barnstormer

So does BASA own ALL the umps in the league? I’m sure Somerset loves that arrangement!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:46 pm Cougar

Has anyone seen Lance… how is he doing ?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:47 pm autograph amy

If BASA “owns” all the umps..then it certainly hasnt done us much good so far!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:47 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Wait… are we sure that Wolff isn’t just the new bullpen catcher?
on June 30, 2007 at 7:47 pm autograph amy

Lance has been catching in the bullpen last homestand.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:48 pm Stormin' In York

Even their radio announcer knows that our infield has been playing a lot.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:48 pm Mr. Barnstormer

LETS GO WOODS!!!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:49 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Der ya go Woods! Baby steps!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:49 pm Cougar

Thank you Amy. I’ve missed seeing Lance behind the plate.
on June 30, 2007 at 7:51 pm autograph amy

Geez…two weeks straight with the same infield….thats insane. Now if we were winnning consistantly I could understand it but …..
on June 30, 2007 at 7:54 pm Radical Stormerfan

We really need some one to get the offense rolling. come on guys HIT !!!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:55 pm Mr. Barnstormer

LI is beating Camden so far!!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:56 pm autograph amy

no problem cougar!
on June 30, 2007 at 7:58 pm Mr. Barnstormer

I wonder if Jason and Bosco are splitting a box of KFC chicken right now? I can hear it now…. “HEY! Bosco keeps taking all the drumsticks!”
on June 30, 2007 at 8:02 pm Mr. Barnstormer

The Barnstormers should tell BASA that if they want to win the second half, they better pay up a little bonus before the entire team catches the “flu”. (wink wink).

Actually the way Stevens is pitching, maybe they already tried that and BASA refused?
on June 30, 2007 at 8:03 pm Radical Stormerfan

Lance may be missed but Russ is a GREAT sub.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:04 pm Mr. Barnstormer

YUUUUUUKE!

Sorry, I heard the Red Sox are up 4!
on June 30, 2007 at 8:05 pm Cougar

Mr. B. shame on you… Bosco is going to fly the coup if you don’t stop on those KFC remarks… I love the pop-corn chicken myself… Ha Ha
on June 30, 2007 at 8:05 pm Stormin' In York

Wow. They have 2 mascots. Come on guys. Big Inning.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:06 pm Cougar

Go RED SOX !!
on June 30, 2007 at 8:08 pm Stormin' In York

It’s weird seeing the team in red jerseys and gray pants. They must of burned the gray shirts after the bad road start.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:10 pm Mr. Barnstormer

I could go for some crispy honey barbeque chicken right now with a big frosty mug tipped off with Samy Adams!!

I think Jason wants Bosco to leave. He is actually pretty mean to Bosco. We tried to surprise Jason once with an intervention and he freaked out when he entered the room!

They have two mascots! No fair they have everything!!
on June 30, 2007 at 8:15 pm Radical Stormerfan

Sotrmin… what are our boys wearing?
on June 30, 2007 at 8:15 pm Radical Stormerfan

oops , sorry on the poor spelling Stormin
on June 30, 2007 at 8:18 pm autograph amy

radical….thats a loaded question isnt it? haha.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:19 pm Stormin' In York

Finally, a guy caught stealing. Yes.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:23 pm jtsbiggestfan

Come on guys we need a hit….lets get this thing going!
on June 30, 2007 at 8:25 pm jtsbiggestfan

Did i call those 2 hits or what? (wink wink)
on June 30, 2007 at 8:25 pm Mr. Barnstormer

That a boy BLUE!
on June 30, 2007 at 8:25 pm Stormin' In York

They are wearing red jerseys with gray pants and the blue hat.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:27 pm Stormin' In York

Come on Danny. HR and we are back in it.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:29 pm Stormin' In York

That’s 2. They are giving outs away.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:30 pm Radical Stormerfan

They should NEVER wear the red jerseys with gray pants.. BAD karma. Always red and white… and the blue hat too. Very patriotic don’t ja think… Hey they should wear that on the fourth .
on June 30, 2007 at 8:41 pm Mike Ashmore

Josh Pressley with a bomb…
on June 30, 2007 at 8:41 pm Mr. Barnstormer

WOW great game!
on June 30, 2007 at 8:45 pm Mike Ashmore

Jose Morban welcomes Lance Odom to the team with a shot onto the train tracks…
on June 30, 2007 at 8:45 pm Stormin' In York

Somerset is activating Hector Romero (i think that is his last name) tomorrow. He is their closer from last year.

Wow, if Somerset clinches the first half, that will be three in a row for Manny. Maybe he is the chosen one and we should have kept him.

Now we see what the new guy can do. Well first pitch was just hit over the wall.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:46 pm Mike Ashmore

Gotta say, Lancaster looks as bad as advertised…perhaps worse.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:46 pm Mr. Barnstormer

They showed us!
on June 30, 2007 at 8:46 pm Mike Ashmore

Hector Almonte is his name…throws some cheddar.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:49 pm Stormin' In York

Thanks Mike. The one thing I have to say about our guys are that they are nice to the fans on the road.

Way to go guys.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:51 pm Stormin' In York

Come on JT.
on June 30, 2007 at 8:52 pm Stormin' In York

Wow. They just him him again. Settle down AA.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:00 pm Jason Guarente

If you’re interested, Stevens’ ERA is at 2.92. It took a hit, but it’s still very good.

Nice to see Blue playing against the lefty. It shows some consideration for the big picture. That’s been lacking too often this season.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:02 pm Stormin' In York

Wow. Somerset has a blogging area. Just kidding.

Let’s go Stormers.

Lance Odom is being welcome into the AL. He can even throw wild pitches.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:03 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Jason in the HIZZY!!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:06 pm Stormin' In York

Ok guys. Our inning. Listening to a game without Dave is hard. I miss his stories.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:08 pm WolffsBiggestFan

I’m taking the tough odds that this blog name of mine will pay off down the road!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:09 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Sounds like Blue has some attitude!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:11 pm packmule

Maybe the Barnstormers could rest the infield until the second half. Cleveland at 2nd, the new guy at ss, Depriest at first base. Then at least they would get a break.

Oh yeah, the Patriots would be guaranteed a couple of more wins.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:11 pm Stormin' In York

Well, there goes Vince.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:12 pm packmule

Hey Stormin, if I go to a York game on Monday night, where is the best place to park besides in front of your house????
on June 30, 2007 at 9:12 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Hey Pack!

I like your game plan by the way. Hell football does is at the end of the season.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:13 pm Jason Guarente

Well, it was nice to see Blue playing against a lefty.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:13 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Dave–Sounds like your working at a day care!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:14 pm Stormin' In York

I just lust their radio station. Not like Lancaster.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:14 pm Mr. Barnstormer

yeah, nice jinx jason! JK
on June 30, 2007 at 9:19 pm Stormin' In York

Sorry guys. It’s my wife and I fault. We are wearing the road jerseys. Tomorrow we wear the home jerseys.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:19 pm Radical Stormerfan

Where the heck is Jutt… arriving late? Will some one please fill me in… I really don’t think I should go on vacation again… during BB season anyway!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:19 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Hey, on a side note, how about that millionth fan deal at the clip!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:20 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Rad Moms,

Jutts grandfather died recently.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:23 pm Mr. Barnstormer

AA–I got word on Jt’s backside. Apparently they are going to have to flatten it to get it back to normal.

Hey an Ump was hit!!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:24 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

I think we need to fill Radical in on the protest jerseys that we came up with last night that we could make – Name on back of Jersey is “PTBNL” and number will be “911″. Instead of “Code Red” it will be “Code Blue” night with the jerseys being blue in color.

I’m hoping our boys can turn things around tonight and we can postpone PTBNL altogether!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:25 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Any one know the Camden–LI score?
on June 30, 2007 at 9:26 pm Dave Collins

You lust or lost the radio station. And, yes there are little ones everywhere. Enjoying this game more than I am.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:27 pm Rad Mom

So Sorry to hear that… and Sorry for acting snippy Jutt… Grandfather’s are very special men. My kids don’t realize how lucky they are, having two still going strong.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:28 pm Radical Stormerfan

Jason… how do you like the Rad Mom name???
on June 30, 2007 at 9:29 pm Radical Stormerfan

Hi to the Collins family !!!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:30 pm Stormin' In York

Smal Field is the best place. Right off George Street and 2 blocks from the stadium. It cost 3.00 to park. My house is free but you will need to bring your own ‘CLUB’.

Wolf is playing SS. Let’s see what he can do.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:31 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Lust is a strong word. I’m sure he meant lost!

Hi Collins Family!

FYI–We’re here for ya Dave!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:32 pm Radical Stormerfan

Ultimate.. Love the Code Blue. Does anyone know if there is a tee shirt store in the mall that will do the iron on designs/ numbers? We could all meet there and get the “jerseys” printed up and then… do lunch.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:34 pm Stormin' In York

Sorry Dave. I meant lost. You are still my Hero. It’s getting harder to watch the game and type on a mini keyboard.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:35 pm packmule

Now we replace Woods with Cleveland (Dietrick to catch) and Depriest because of his height at first and my plan is complete.

We will bring down the Evil Empire that is BASA
on June 30, 2007 at 9:35 pm Rad Mom

Dave, how could the little ones be enjoying THIS game???

Poor Josh, anyone out there know what type of bug he has?
I am a nurse… hint, hint.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:37 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

I’m sure we could get them made up somewhere. However, it may mean the end of free tickets for some of us like me! We would definately find out if BASA has a sense of humor!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:39 pm Radical Stormerfan

Gave up waiting for the ” moderater” to approve my new name… Rad mom.
Is Jason here some where????
on June 30, 2007 at 9:41 pm Stormin' In York

Maybe I need to change my name to ‘Reving In Lancaster’.

NOT.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:43 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Sounds like Ultimate is on the inside!

We could use a good solder like Ultimate!

OK, Ultimate, we need you to somehow get BASA’s tax records since 1982!

Just remember, your doing your country a great honor!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:44 pm autograph amy

Agree with stormin…Small Field (York) is the best place to park….we did so last week when we went there for a game. Its about the same walking distance as if you were parking at the Armstrong lot in Lancaster. Not too bad.

Dave I love that quote ….its so noteworthy that I have quoted you on one of my scorecards from last week!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:44 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Jason has slowly been weening us off his service. Don’t worry, he’ll be back! They always come running back!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:45 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Dave—I want to hear about the weird baseball twilight Zone your fading into!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:46 pm autograph amy

Stormin…please do not change your name to Revin in Lancaster…..that is really NOT you! We all may attend games in York but we bloggers will never give up on our guys!!!!!!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:46 pm packmule

Amy and Stormin…..thanks for that parking info. Appreciate it.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:46 pm Radical Stormerfan

Jason, it’s Saturday night… what could be more important than us? NOTHING !
on June 30, 2007 at 9:47 pm autograph amy

By the way…..I will be the millionth fan so there is no reason for anyone else to even think that they have a chance! Haha. I need that autographed team bat!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:48 pm packmule

I am going to York to see their version of the “Green Monstah.”

That is not a typo. That is just the Boston dialect spelling.

Go Sox
on June 30, 2007 at 9:49 pm Cougar

Could I ask… why are you going to Rev. games? Don’t you call them… “The dark side” ?
on June 30, 2007 at 9:49 pm packmule

Amy, you dont have an autographed bat by now? Somebody in the front office is slipping. I would have thought they would have given one to the Barnstormers’ biggest fan by now.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:49 pm Dave Collins

The twilight zone is caffeine induced. Or 10-3 induced. Or, a combination of the two.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:50 pm autograph amy

Pack…the wall is awesome…..!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:51 pm packmule

You can always go to a Rev game….just dont drink the tainted “Kool Aid.”
on June 30, 2007 at 9:51 pm Radical Stormerfan

NO WAY AMY… Me Me Me. I will be the One millionth fan.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:52 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Yeah Jason is smart. I literally just got “talked” to by my wife for being on this thing and she let me know how bored she is.

A MAN HAS NEEDS WOMAN! of course I didn’t actually say that since I’m a wus!

PS. She would kill me if she knew I typed this.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:53 pm autograph amy

Nah….no team bat. I have alot of other autographed items from all three years of the team but not a bat. I never tried to do one…too much for me to carry around!I prefer doing a team sheet with everyone on it every year. but i wouldnt mind having the bat..haha.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:53 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Mr. Barnstormer:

Tax records are too easy and would be too boring. I like a challenge! How about a tally on how many players are currently on the “PTBNL” list or doing the calculations on how some players must be making way below minimum wage since they are being overplayed while the “PTBNL’s” take their time in getting here. Actually, I think I saw a bus yeserday with “PTBNL” on it. It was headed to some new ballpark for a new team in Maryland opening up in the near future
on June 30, 2007 at 9:53 pm Radical Stormerfan

Ha Ha LOL… My husband just walked by… ” don’t you have some unpacking to do” .
You crack me up Mr. B.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:53 pm Mr. Barnstormer

I love all the Sox fans on here! Red Sox Nation rules!!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:54 pm packmule

Amy…cool. I have always been a distant fan of Boston’s Fenway Park. It has to be the coolest stadium I have been in. Being built in 1912. A lot of real baseball there and baseball moments.

I took a tour of Fenway with my daughter when I was there. The old 1912 seats are atrocious to sit in. OH, but what history. And I think it is great that is in the middle of the city like York’s and Lancaster’s stadiums.

I thought it was genius to give York a version of the Green Monster.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:54 pm autograph amy

Radical….if its you…I’ll offer $$ for the bat….maybe..haha.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:55 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Can someone please post what inning and what the score is? Thanks!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:56 pm Radical Stormerfan

Ya know. I was just down the Jersey shore. There are some pretty BIG houses there. I bet the BASA owns one and uses it as a tax write off.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:56 pm packmule

Amy, dont you provide food for the Stomers?? I think they could “repay” you with a signed bat at the end of the year. Hint, hint.

(You said the players read the blog.)
on June 30, 2007 at 9:56 pm packmule

There is a game going on????
on June 30, 2007 at 9:59 pm Mr. Barnstormer

WOW Ultimate! Impressive!
on June 30, 2007 at 9:59 pm Radical Stormerfan

Amy

$$$$$$$$$,
I’m not easy to bargin with, and I can be VERY expensive… just ask my hubby.
Hmmm I’ll think about it.
on June 30, 2007 at 9:59 pm autograph amy

Yeah I do occasionally…that would be a nice idea..hmmmmm. I better get to baking for the homestand! And who is this Norderum guy that just struck out Nettles? Must be a new guy..haha..or Somerset is ready for their postgame meal!!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:00 pm autograph amy

Yeah Radical…I am sure that you would be a tough negotiator…..haha. Actually I like pack mules idea better!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:02 pm packmule

I know there is a game, but the blog has much more excitement.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:02 pm autograph amy

Actually I think the Barnstormers team this year IS the TAX WRITE OFF! lol.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:03 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

So nobody knows the score or inning? That is kind of funny, sort of.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:04 pm packmule

My idea is better. Do unto others as they do unto you. Or is it do unto others before they do unto you??

Actually, it sounds like you ladies both deserve a bat.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:05 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Put me on the autographed bat list too if any players are reading this blog!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:06 pm Radical Stormerfan

Listen to these guys.. “there is a game going on”… no there isn’t! WE are getting slaughtered so lets chat!
Amy.. I’ll do the Brownies .. for Brett, Cookies for Lira and I can make a mean peanut butter fudge for anyone else! Oh oh… also an double batch of homemade carmel popcorn. I usually save that for football season …. E,A,G,L,E,S
on June 30, 2007 at 10:06 pm Stormin' In York

We loose big and we will hit 200 comments.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:08 pm packmule

200 comments are because we need a substitute for our usual baseball entertainment……
on June 30, 2007 at 10:10 pm Mr. Barnstormer

I think poor Dave is gonna have it rough the rest of this half.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:11 pm Mr. Barnstormer

I head Stormin makes a great casserole!!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:11 pm autograph amy

Radical…maybe we should get together and bake our brains out!!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:11 pm Jason Guarente

The defending champs are mathematically eliminated with eight games left. My goodness.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:12 pm Radical Stormerfan

Amy
we’ll walk throught the gates holding hands…they’ll have to give us BOTH a bat!

Ultimate. the players always read the blog… and they would love to know who you are…they already know me… that’s why sometimes I change my name.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:13 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Hey Amy, Pot is illegal!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:13 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

I think we need to have a bloggers support group meeting in person sometime. You must say the secret password to enter which is “PTBNL”. I volunteer Radical to make the treats for the first meeting. Her post iis making me hungry!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:13 pm packmule

I guess Mr B wont be wearing that dress after all…unless he wears in celebration of being the 1 millionth fan.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:13 pm Radical Stormerfan

Hello, we Are still listening. We still Love the Stormers.
They’ll be the best fed team in the league!!!!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:15 pm autograph amy

Yep..you name the time and place for the meeting….!!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:15 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Radical,

I may be willing to give up my true identity for some of those brownies I have heard about!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:16 pm Radical Stormerfan

OK.. count me in… I’ll start baking tomorrow. Oh, wait. I have no food in the house, haven’t been to the store yet… tomorrow.
Amy.. we’ll bake together… Let’s fatten the boys up. That’s exactly what they need.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:18 pm Radical Stormerfan

Dave.
Will your family be here during the week? We’ll all drop by the booth… or did I already miss that event?
on June 30, 2007 at 10:18 pm Radical Stormerfan

OK Ultimate.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:18 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Radical,

I will try to track you down at a game. Once you see me, you will probably recognize me from attending lots of games over the last 3 years. Since you say you carry a cow bell, you will be easy to find. I’m not sure what if any games I can get to this week. I wanted to go see a game in York, but haven’t had time to check out their schedule today.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:19 pm autograph amy

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:21 pm Radical Stormerfan

I usually wear my # 45 jersey… with LANCASTER on the back or now I have my… “Russ Cleveland” jersey… pull me over if you see me.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:22 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

O.K. then I will track you down soon. Only a few more messages until 200.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:23 pm Mr. Barnstormer

If I’m the 1 millionth fan I’ll wear a freakin nun outfit!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:23 pm Radical Stormerfan

I must go for now… my suit case is calling me.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:24 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Just saw the score was 11 to 3. Time to say good night.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:25 pm autograph amy

radical…you need to hang around for 200/….come on lady!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:25 pm Mr. Barnstormer

night john boy
on June 30, 2007 at 10:25 pm Mr. Barnstormer

194
on June 30, 2007 at 10:26 pm Mr. Barnstormer

195
on June 30, 2007 at 10:26 pm packmule

196 1/2
on June 30, 2007 at 10:26 pm Radical Stormerfan

Hope Josh gets better… Doesn’t sound like he is over the bug that bit him.
OK, now I’m going to unpack…
Come people, you have to make it to 200.
Good luck
on June 30, 2007 at 10:27 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Is 195 the number of posts or the number of “PTBNL’s”??????

Sorry, just could not resist
on June 30, 2007 at 10:27 pm Radical Stormerfan

Mr. B… counting doesn’t.. count. At least say something like.. great weather for baseball tonight!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:28 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Heres one for Code Blue Night.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:28 pm autograph amy

Well if Josh really lost 8 pounds over the illness this week then I am sure he needs to gain back some strength! get better soon Josh!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:28 pm Radical Stormerfan

Yippeeeeee
Good night !!!!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:29 pm autograph amy

Great weather for baseball tonight…lol
on June 30, 2007 at 10:29 pm packmule

next up…..300……..
on June 30, 2007 at 10:29 pm autograph amy

good night O!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:30 pm Ultimate Barnstormers Fan

Next up should be 911!
on June 30, 2007 at 10:31 pm Mr. Barnstormer

Well for me it’s time to hit the tent. Yes I’ve been living in for two years now behind Wal-Mart.
on June 30, 2007 at 10:31 pm Mr. Barnstormer

208 (just kidding)
on June 30, 2007 at 10:51 pm Storming Mad

Oh well another loss. When are these guys going to get their act together? What a big disappointment from last year. I bought session tickets this year and feel like it is a big waste.
on June 30, 2007 at 11:00 pm packmule

Full moon tonight…enjoy it from your tent, Mr. B
on June 30, 2007 at 11:00 pm packmule

ps…yanks lost today
on June 30, 2007 at 11:09 pm packmule

party poopers
on June 30, 2007 at 11:12 pm Stormin' In York

Sorry guys. My battery died in the 8th inning, like our chances of winning the first half. Somerset played like they are on a mission to win the first half.

Well, Mr B, I took the dress off layaway. Maybe next time. We can win the second half but the team needs a little tweeking.

We will be there (here) tomorrow night to cheer them on. Not much more to say about the game. If I had to pick one thing that was noticely bad tonight was the coaching. Glenn sent Todd and then put on the breaks but Todd was a duck. Several players were picked off at second. Vince argued a call third strike and it took a good minute or so for Frank to get out there and calm him down. It as good to see a player tell these umps how bad they are.

Again, this ump crew stinks. But hey, I got a cooler, tomorrow is team poster givaway, and got to see an All Star field in great condition. And got to see my favorite team play baseball.

Priceless.
on June 30, 2007 at 11:17 pm packmule

Stormin….glad you had a good time….that is what baseball is really all about. Thanks for the eyewitness news
on June 30, 2007 at 11:19 pm packmule

Jason, thanks for the recap……..thanks for all of the info….
on June 30, 2007 at 11:36 pm packmule

Just shows you what a harvard degree does for you…. utility infielder on the Barnstormers….now that is the funny for the day
on July 1, 2007 at 9:58 am Mr. Barnstormer

Do we know what Wolff majored in at Harvard? aaaaaand why is he playing baseball now for $2000 a month?
on July 1, 2007 at 10:06 am Radical Stormerfan

It really doesn’t matter what you/he major in.. when the Diploma say HARVRD… that’s all that matters !!!!
on July 1, 2007 at 10:07 am Radical Stormerfan

Oh yeah.. nice spelling.. fingers are faster than the brain… Harvard.
on July 1, 2007 at 10:15 am maize & blue

I would hope Wolff is doing something he really enjoys, cause that other thing, called work, you have to do for a long, long, time.
on July 1, 2007 at 10:33 am Jason Guarente

I’ll ask Wolff about his reasons for playing when he gets to Lancaster. And, I can assure you, he makes nowhere near $2,000 a month.
on July 1, 2007 at 10:59 am maize & blue

Yes, it would be interesting to understand his thinking. Baseball is hard work for those who want to make a career of it. And you would anticipate a Harvard grad would go to law school or Wall Street and not Clipper Stadium..
on July 1, 2007 at 11:55 am autograph amy

I have a question…what is the difference between the inactive list and the disabled list? I notice that Lance is listed on Jasons list as inactive not disabled? I am assuming that inactive means no pay? I thought I heard Dave say on the broadcasts that Lance was on or coming off the dl? Anyone have an idea?
on July 1, 2007 at 12:18 pm Radical Stormerfan

I would think the DL is an injury that happened while on the field. the Inactive list would be.. an injury that happened doing something none baseball related. Therefore the DL get paid and the IL gets… nothing.
But, that is just my own non-professional opinion.
on July 1, 2007 at 12:19 pm Radical Stormerfan

What time is the game today? Can’t seem to get on the Stormer home page.
on July 1, 2007 at 12:54 pm Stormin' In York

It’s a 5:05 start.
on July 1, 2007 at 1:02 pm Stormin' In York

It’s Team Poster give-a-way and autograph session. They even have the team trading cards out.

AA, do you want me to pick you up a set of 2007 Somerset Patriots trading cards? I know how you love getting autographs.
on July 1, 2007 at 1:05 pm Stormin' In York

My wife and I are wearing our home jerseys and I am even going to wear my red had for good luck, since the team needs a little luck now.
on July 1, 2007 at 1:13 pm Radical Stormerfan

Stormin, Are you over there for the weekend? Just for the Stormers?…

PS. Hi Paul
on July 1, 2007 at 1:16 pm Stormin' In York

Oh yeah. I forgot. It’s Dollar Hot Dog Day. Woo Hoo. That’s what the put on the big board when the Patriots do something big. And I heard it a lot last night.
on July 1, 2007 at 1:25 pm Stormin' In York

Just to see the Stormers and the ballpark.
on July 1, 2007 at 1:36 pm autograph amy

Stormin…yes that would be cool..thanks.

Radical….Hi Paul?
on July 1, 2007 at 1:37 pm autograph amy

Oh and yeah that was what I was thinking about the inactive and dl…
on July 1, 2007 at 1:38 pm autograph amy

In other words..you do something stupid and get hurt you “pay” for your actions by not getting paid!
on July 1, 2007 at 2:55 pm Radical Stormerfan

Paul is my neighbor !
on July 1, 2007 at 2:56 pm autograph amy

ah.
on July 1, 2007 at 2:57 pm Radical Stormerfan

Geezzz Stormin, I wish my hubby would go to a home game with me. I could never get him to drive ANY distance away…. unless he can turn it in to a boat trip like Camden or Trenton. Then he just drops us off and rides around for three hours!
on July 1, 2007 at 3:17 pm autograph amy

Radical….nah. You dont wish that….my hubby is never actually there with me…..he never uses his seat anyhow. Everyone is always asking me where he is….and I just shrug my shoulders…he could be anywhere..haha.
on July 1, 2007 at 3:56 pm Radical Stormerfan

Wait amy… that’s me…the wanderer or as I like to say… I’m socializing! Gotta make the rounds, always running in to people i know and chatting for a bit.
on July 1, 2007 at 5:54 pm autograph amy

Well hubby calls it “doing pr”. Except that 5th inning pr work that he does at the bar across the street!!!