I’ve never seen him pitch in a Mariners uniform, so I couldn’t bring myself to vote “love.” But he’s awesome and is a Mariner, so I like him just fine.
I voted “like” because I’ve been burned far too many times before, but watching him pitch for my team like he did on Friday (I felt things I haven’t felt in a long time) and seeing this makes me think this time will really be different… Could he really be “the one”?
The gif that Manzanillos Cup has is one of many reasons why I do. His agent also retracted the stance that Buster Olney reported when he talked with Kevin Calabro and Jim Moore on 710 that Cliff was not going to sign an extension. So you’re saying there’s a chance, Mr. Braunecker?
Which is awesomeness, both in how he was acquired (awesomeness from the front office) and in how he performs on the field (awesomeness from Phifer himself).
Seeing the huge shit eating grin on his face when he’s throwing is awesome. I understand not getting attached to him (as a Mariner), but I loved him for what he did to the Yankees in the post season last year, and that love didn’t decrease when he put on the blue and teal.
Because he’s an absurdly good pitcher. Voting “love” would be like saying I love Zack Greinke or Johan Santana. Lee’s going to be a Mariner for, at most, the next three months, so I can’t really see him as a part of “my” team.
Only his common-sensical decision to pursue free agency and not sign an extension is preventing me from loving him
ManifestDestiny - May 4, 2010
Well put.
A summer-long love is really more of a likable fling.
yuniform - May 4, 2010
I look at Mr. Lee and see a man who enjoys what he's doing as much as we enjoy watching him do it.
So, extension or no, I voted love.
JY - May 4, 2010
I like Cliff Lee a lot, but he's a mercenary and there's no sense in my getting attached to him.
If he is instrumental in a deep playoff run, I will love him like I still love that girl at summer camp when I was 14.
Aaron Campeau - May 4, 2010
Yeah, that's my thought as well.
Cablinasian - May 4, 2010
I would be happy with Cliff Lee, summer fling
Gihyou - May 4, 2010
Sound about right.
I’ve never seen him pitch in a Mariners uniform, so I couldn’t bring myself to vote “love.” But he’s awesome and is a Mariner, so I like him just fine.
Teej - May 4, 2010
Love Lee, hate his agent.
Coach Owens - May 4, 2010
Read the PI article that I posted below.
I wouldn’t take everything that is reported as gospel truth.
seattle_since_81 - May 4, 2010
Like
Why? Let’s be honest… he doesn’t want to be in Seattle, and Seattleites only want those who want them.
bamassippi - May 4, 2010
How do you know he doesn't want to be in Seattle?
Aaron Campeau - May 4, 2010
The second part of that sentence has me completely flummoxed as well.
Kermit. - May 4, 2010
I'm just confused why he chose "like" if he doesn't want Lee here.
MT Olson - May 4, 2010
I love Lee.
Manzanillos Cup - May 4, 2010
The interview after that game was great too.
Jed MC - May 4, 2010
That glove flip
I love me some nonchalant glove flip
cwel87 - May 4, 2010
I will never tire of this
Eyeball Kid - May 4, 2010
Looks like he could use a cup of coffee
Drew_D - May 4, 2010
"Man, this gum is starting to lose its flavor. Better get another piece when I get back to the ol' dugout."
JLProck - May 4, 2010
I'm gonna change my vote
I voted “like” because I’ve been burned far too many times before, but watching him pitch for my team like he did on Friday (I felt things I haven’t felt in a long time) and seeing this makes me think this time will really be different… Could he really be “the one”?
jnbt02 - May 4, 2010
He's so COOL
royalcurve - May 4, 2010
I love his style
Get ball, throw ball, repeat. No dicking around.
Brian Floyd - May 4, 2010
While it's true he doesn't dick around
his expression frequently seems to be saying “holy shit you guys this is awesome”
JY - May 4, 2010
I love me some Cliff Lee.
The gif that Manzanillos Cup has is one of many reasons why I do. His agent also retracted the stance that Buster Olney reported when he talked with Kevin Calabro and Jim Moore on 710 that Cliff was not going to sign an extension. So you’re saying there’s a chance, Mr. Braunecker?
seattle_since_81 - May 4, 2010
I love what he represents
Which is awesomeness, both in how he was acquired (awesomeness from the front office) and in how he performs on the field (awesomeness from Phifer himself).
cwel87 - May 4, 2010
It's all about the Pitch Face
Seeing the huge shit eating grin on his face when he’s throwing is awesome. I understand not getting attached to him (as a Mariner), but I loved him for what he did to the Yankees in the post season last year, and that love didn’t decrease when he put on the blue and teal.
Drew_D - May 4, 2010
I want to love, but I am so afraid...
Rich Langford - May 4, 2010
Love is such a cruel mistress
cwel87 - May 4, 2010
Love, with the understanding that he's going away shortly.
lailaihei - May 4, 2010 via mobile
Love
This is a no-brainer, really.
Eyeball Kid - May 4, 2010
Cliff Lee is a temptress.
Zygomorphic - May 4, 2010
After Bedard I am not sure I can love again.
CHutMariners - May 4, 2010
But I love Cliff Lee.
CHutMariners - May 4, 2010
I like him a lot, hasn't quite earned my love yet
Griffin Cooper - May 4, 2010
Homeboy is going to break my heart.
Love is pain, right?
melenious - May 4, 2010
Unless they love you back
cwel87 - May 4, 2010
Actually that makes the pain worse sometimes
Aaron Campeau - May 4, 2010
If they suck badly
cwel87 - May 4, 2010
I dedicate this song to cliff lee.
CHutMariners - May 4, 2010
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMcWDeOOMrg
CHutMariners - May 4, 2010
I know the odds are he won't sign with us as a FA, but...
That doesn’t stop me from loving him. He’s crazy good, and he’s all ours for the year.
I suppose we’ll offer him arbitration, right? So love the draft picks, too.
AltCtrlDelete - May 4, 2010
Like Cliff Lee
Because he’s an absurdly good pitcher. Voting “love” would be like saying I love Zack Greinke or Johan Santana. Lee’s going to be a Mariner for, at most, the next three months, so I can’t really see him as a part of “my” team.
Aly Edge - May 4, 2010
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