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Answer this question based on your team in which you are a fan of.
So far, I must say that the Greatest Team I've ever seen in Cleveland was without hesitation, the 1995 Cleveland Indians. As a matter of fact, this was one of the greatest teams I've ever witnessed, regardless of team affiliation. Needless to say, that summer of '95 was indeed memorable, despite the unfulfilled ending. Here's why...
Kenny Lofton- cf
Omar Vizquel- ss
Carlos Baerga- 2b
Albert Belle- lf
Eddie Murray- dh
Jim Thome- 3b
Manny Ramirez- rf
Paul Sorrento- 1b
Sandy Alomar Jr.- c
The bench:
Dave Winfeld
Jeromy Burnitz
Brian Giles.
A formidable pitching staff and bullpen....
Charles Nagy
Dennis Martinez
Oral Hershiser
Paul Assenmacher
Eric Plunk
Julian Tavarez
Jose Mesa
When all is said and done, 4-7 hitters will have combined for over 2,000 HRs, and include two of the four guys ever with 500 HRs and 3,000 hits.
Unfortunately for the Tribe though, we ran into the best starting pitching staff ever assembled in the World Series, ie: perennial Cy Young Award winners Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, John Smoltz and Steve Avery.
Final Note:
That season was very memorable to me and I cherish being a part of that team as a fan. Unfortunately though, that season was yet another lesson to me as a Cleveland fan in teaching me that nothing in life is a given.
For this reason I try and not get too attached to this year's Cavaliers team. However, if this '08-'09 Cavs team does the unthinkable and keeps this amazing season going and wins 65 games, they may enter the discussion. If they win it all, they will take over the discussion and I will have to modify my above answer. But for now, that '95 Indians team remains the Greatest Team I've ever witnessed as a Cleveland Sports fan. Thank you for the memories Tribe!
So far, I must say that the Greatest Team I've ever seen in Cleveland was without hesitation, the 1995 Cleveland Indians. As a matter of fact, this was one of the greatest teams I've ever witnessed, regardless of team affiliation. Needless to say, that summer of '95 was indeed memorable, despite the unfulfilled ending. Here's why...
- 2nd season in newly built Jacob's Field. The start of a 455 straight sellout streak.
- 100-44 regular season record, 1st place in the AL Central. Advanced to World Series, first since 1948.
- 6 All-Stars: Carlos Baerga, Albert Belle, Kenny Lofton, Manny Ramirez, Dennis Martinez and Jose Mesa.
- 2 Gold Gloves: Kenny Lofton (OF) and Omar Vizquel (SS).
- 7 out of 9 players in the starting lineup hit .308 or above.
- Team pitching ERA of 3.88. Only team in the AL with a staff ERA under 4.00.
- Closer Jose Mesa had an ERA of 1.13 and 46 saves.
- 6 guys with at least 15 HR, 5 with at least 75 RBI (Thome had 73).
- 1st in BA, 1st in SLG, 1 in OBP, 1st in RBI, 1st in HR, 1st in Hits, 1st in Runs and K'd the fewest.
- Clinched division on 123rd game of the season.
Kenny Lofton- cf
Omar Vizquel- ss
Carlos Baerga- 2b
Albert Belle- lf
Eddie Murray- dh
Jim Thome- 3b
Manny Ramirez- rf
Paul Sorrento- 1b
Sandy Alomar Jr.- c
The bench:
Dave Winfeld
Jeromy Burnitz
Brian Giles.
A formidable pitching staff and bullpen....
Charles Nagy
Dennis Martinez
Oral Hershiser
Paul Assenmacher
Eric Plunk
Julian Tavarez
Jose Mesa
When all is said and done, 4-7 hitters will have combined for over 2,000 HRs, and include two of the four guys ever with 500 HRs and 3,000 hits.
Unfortunately for the Tribe though, we ran into the best starting pitching staff ever assembled in the World Series, ie: perennial Cy Young Award winners Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine, John Smoltz and Steve Avery.
Final Note:
That season was very memorable to me and I cherish being a part of that team as a fan. Unfortunately though, that season was yet another lesson to me as a Cleveland fan in teaching me that nothing in life is a given.
For this reason I try and not get too attached to this year's Cavaliers team. However, if this '08-'09 Cavs team does the unthinkable and keeps this amazing season going and wins 65 games, they may enter the discussion. If they win it all, they will take over the discussion and I will have to modify my above answer. But for now, that '95 Indians team remains the Greatest Team I've ever witnessed as a Cleveland Sports fan. Thank you for the memories Tribe!
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And to think JUST DAYS after winning the '86 title the Celtics drafted, with the #2 overall pick, Len Bias (who was considered to be one of the greatest college players ever).................................but two days after the draft, he was gone.
And to think JUST DAYS after winning the '86 title the Celtics drafted, with the #2 overall pick, Len Bias (who was considered to be one of the greatest college players ever).................................but two days after the draft, he was gone.
Yes, tragic story indeed.
BTW, my Cavs had the #1 overall pick that year and selected Center Brad Daugherty.
Yes, tragic story indeed.
BTW, my Cavs had the #1 overall pick that year and selected Center Brad Daugherty.
Not to hijack this thread any further (GREAT topic, HD MM :up) , but that Cavs draft of 1986 has to be considered one of the best in league history.
IIRC, besides Daugherty, the Cavs got Ron Harper and Mark Price in the same draft.
As I'm sure you know, in the NBA it's hard enough to get one quality guy in the draft.............never mind three!
Not to hijack this thread any further (GREAT topic, HD MM :up) , but that Cavs draft of 1986 has to be considered one of the best in league history.
IIRC, besides Daugherty, the Cavs got Ron Harper and Mark Price in the same draft.
As I'm sure you know, in the NBA it's hard enough to get one quality guy in the draft.............never mind three!
You're right. That draft was the building blocks to some very good Cavs teams in the late 80's, early 90's. Unfortunately though, we always ran into Michael Jordan and the Bulls who knocked us out of the playoffs on four separate occasions. The first and most notable happened in 1989. The Cavs were actually favored and were a perfect 6-0 against the Bulls in the regular season. The Cavs were considered one of the best teams that season. The Bulls took us to 5 games in the best of 5 series. The buzzer beater shot by Jordan has become known as "The Shot" and was one of the most dramatic sports endings in modern history. In retrospect, it also symbolized the beginning of a dynasty in Jordan's Bulls.
Recalling the play that lead up to "The Shot"....
Jordan hit a jumper with six seconds left to give the Bulls their first lead at 99-98. Following a Cleveland timeout, Craig Ehlo inbounded the ball, received a return pass, and scored on a driving layup to retake the lead with 3 seconds left, 100-99. Chicago then called a timeout.
Jordan was guarded by Craig Ehlo. To get open, Michael Jordan pushed off Ehlo, clearing the way for him to receive the inbound pass. Jim Durham, calling the game on the Bulls' Radio Network, narrates what happened next:
Thus was the beginning of many woeful Cleveland sports moments for me throughout my childhood.
You're right. That draft was the building blocks to some very good Cavs teams in the late 80's, early 90's. Unfortunately though, we always ran into Michael Jordan and the Bulls who knocked us out of the playoffs on four separate occasions. The first and most notable happened in 1989. The Cavs were actually favored and were a perfect 6-0 against the Bulls in the regular season. The Cavs were considered one of the best teams that season. The Bulls took us to 5 games in the best of 5 series. The buzzer beater shot by Jordan has become known as "The Shot" and was one of the most dramatic sports endings in modern history. In retrospect, it also symbolized the beginning of a dynasty in Jordan's Bulls.
Recalling the play that lead up to "The Shot"....
Jordan hit a jumper with six seconds left to give the Bulls their first lead at 99-98. Following a Cleveland timeout, Craig Ehlo inbounded the ball, received a return pass, and scored on a driving layup to retake the lead with 3 seconds left, 100-99. Chicago then called a timeout.
Jordan was guarded by Craig Ehlo. To get open, Michael Jordan pushed off Ehlo, clearing the way for him to receive the inbound pass. Jim Durham, calling the game on the Bulls' Radio Network, narrates what happened next:
Thus was the beginning of many woeful Cleveland sports moments for me throughout my childhood.
IF I am not mistaken...wasn't the 'beginning of the string of bad luck', the Brian Sipe interception in the end zone by Mike Davis on a freezing day in Cleveland Stadium...you know the one...RED RIGHT 88.....
IF I am not mistaken...wasn't the 'beginning of the string of bad luck', the Brian Sipe interception in the end zone by Mike Davis on a freezing day in Cleveland Stadium...you know the one...RED RIGHT 88.....
Yes, but technically I wasn't born until that August, so as for me personally, I wasn't effected.
Yes, tragic story indeed.
BTW, my Cavs had the #1 overall pick that year and selected Center Brad Daugherty.
I was a heavy '6ers fan then and my best friend and I still REFUSE to mention BDs name! LOL!
I graduated high school in 1969...I think I can remember pretty much what happened and when!!!...
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Pissed off at the crappy healthcare costs
My health Insurance renewal for 2027 just came in. Going from $827 a month to $1,187 a month. Deductible going up a $1k to $9,350. Max out of pocket also going up $1k to $11,000. Doctor co-pay of $40. Urgent Care co-pay $50. ER 50% coinsurance after deductible. That's all in network. Out of network is double, should it be needed.
Have to think about this. I'm really tempted to just go without now. I only go to the doctor once or twice a year. I pay out of pocket for Tirzepitide and can do without the Rosuvastatin (crestor) now. Really tired of spending over $10k a year and getting nothing out of it.
After years with Blue Cross I switched last year to Ambetter as my Blue Cross premium was going from $1200 to $1800 for a Silver plan and the Bronze plan was still going to be $1300 at BCBS. Ambetter was $827 for the same coverage with a Bronze plan. Didn't think it would jump this much so soon.
I'm guessing a Silver plan is probably over $2,000 a month for 2027.
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Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
So let the game continue!
The last song was added by Bobby who posted...
One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters
CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!
Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game
Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.
Example:
Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow
Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio
Another example:
Ride the Lightning -- Metallica
Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne
Get it?
An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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I figured some of the guys would be looking here for an answer. You'll need to use this link
I'll mention what happened over there. I don't want to cause Scott any issues or put him in a bad spot.
I'll mention what happened over there. I don't want to cause Scott any issues or put him in a bad spot.
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Now I have to go check out what happened now. Lol!I figured some of the guys would be looking here for an answer. You'll need to use this link
I'll mention what happened over there. I don't want to cause Scott any issues or put him in a bad spot.
Went and looked, not too bad...
Just let people know the address is satelliteretailer.com as DishRetailer.COM is not working.
Just let people know the address is satelliteretailer.com as DishRetailer.COM is not working.
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Looks like dish is Bankrupt. Filling tomorrow Tuesday June 30th
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EchoStar fixes some of its mess, but there's much more to mop up
EchoStar's satellite TV and Sling TV services have exited Chapter 11, but clouds still hover above Dish Wireless, which faces a multitude of lawsuits.
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News about the tower's dispute-
Towercos now own Dish's 5G radios – and SpaceX might be a buyer
Tower companies now own Dish's deserted 5G gear, says American Tower CEO Steven Vondran. This could feed into SpaceX's mobile ambitions, analysts say.
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News about the tower's dispute-
Towercos now own Dish's 5G radios – and SpaceX might be a buyer
Tower companies now own Dish's deserted 5G gear, says American Tower CEO Steven Vondran. This could feed into SpaceX's mobile ambitions, analysts say.www.lightreading.com
So does this mean the churches and businesses that Dish owes back payments to are going to get paid now?
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I found no local prices, although it did show stations at my location...
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I found no local prices, although it did show stations at my location...
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Gas Buddy
Ethanol Free Stations
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