Crosstown Classic 2006, Part I
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Tomorrow begins the 2006 Crosstown Classic, Part I at The Cell. The scheduled starters are:
Friday, May 19: Maddux vs. Buehrle
Saturday, May 20: R. Hill vs. Garcia
Sunday, May 21: Zambrano vs. Contreras
The Maddux/Buehrle game could be a quick one. However, Buehrle has been getting hit pretty hard lately which, if the Cubs do, could make for a long game.
I'll put my prediction on the board, Sox 2 of 3.
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Cubs Still Have a Game to Play Today
by MerigoldBowling on May 18, 2006 8:17 AM CDT reply actions
Is Contreras definitely throwing?
Last I heard...
I found it...
So, though it does sound like the Sox want him to pitch Sunday, it won't be a sure thing till tonight.
No hindrance to the hype here...
Not meant to be rude...
I don't wish Wood ill. Wood is a tough competitor and the injuries he's endured are not of his making, IMHO.
Best wishes to Wood today.
I agree
I'm trying my best not to whine right now, but when are we going to get rid of him!!!! ... boohooohooohooooooooo.
Do you blame
Seriously, the idea that Larry Rothschild is responsible for Kerry Wood's injuries is laughable. Wood's mechanics have been flawed his entire career. When he's ready to listen, he'll listen. Sadly, I think that day won't come until next season when he's on a different team. I hope I'm wrong.
by DSZ on May 18, 2006 9:06 AM CDT up reply actions
Does that mean
by DSZ on May 18, 2006 9:57 AM CDT up reply actions
guess for the weekend
This could be a good game. Like you said, Buehrle has been hit lately. If the Cubs could get the Maddux that opened the season, they have a good chance of winning. I say the Cubs take this one.
Saturday, May 20: R. Hill vs. Garcia
Hill is not a major league pitcher. This one goes to the Sox
Sunday, May 21: Zambrano vs. Contreras
Z has been very good the last 2 starts. Contreras is coming off back problems. Close game, but I think Z and the Cubs take this one
That makes 2 out of 3 for the Cubs
Kasey
Me also
Looking forward...
Ugh
by jolietconvict on May 18, 2006 9:28 AM CDT up reply actions
Cubs have no chance against Beuhrle
Unfortunately, even though he's had a couple of rough outings, I don't see us hitting Beuhrle, and to make matters worse, going against a tough AL lineup with the DL in there, I don't think we can count on better than 2 or 3 runs at best from Greg.
My BEST CASE Scenario for Friday is a Cubs 3-2 victory, but I think Friday is the longest of long shots.
by ontheuptick on May 18, 2006 9:03 AM CDT reply actions
Wow.
Buehrle also has a 2.77 ERA at home. And even though he gave up seven runs on Sunday, only one was earned. However, lifetime vs. the Cubs he is 2-2 in five starts with a 5.29 ERA.
So the answer is, in the immortal word of Joaquin Andujar, "youneverknow".
Here's a stat that even ...
As you might have guessed, Jacque Jones has faced Mark Buehrle quite a bit, being in the same division for several years.
He is 1-for-27 lifetime vs. Buehrle. With 12 strikeouts.
Please, Dusty. Bench him tomorrow. Playing him guarantees four outs.
Do you suppose
field but not bat?
Or how bout Glenden as DH?
Just a thought
by jessica on May 18, 2006 11:49 AM CDT up reply actions
I'll weigh in
Saturday: Rich Hill against Freddy Garcia. 'Nuff said. Advantage: Sox
Sunday: Zambrano seems to have picked it up, and Contreras (if he starts) is coming off an injury. If he doesn't, it's up to Brandon McCarthy, who got knocked around by the Devil Rays in his last start. Advantage: Cubs
My prediction is you guys get 2 of 3, though I hope I'm wrong and we can take the series.
Because
Then the Sox return the favor and take two out of three at Wrigley later this year. Splitsville for the season.
I voted
Quick game tomorrow
Saturday will be a long and ugly game as the Sox get into the Cubs bullpen in the middle innings and take the game 9-3.
Sunday will see Z feed off of the energy as the Sox try for the sweep and he'll continue on his personal hot streak as the Cubs rough up Contreras a bit and take the finale 5-1
by jc60625 on May 18, 2006 4:48 PM CDT reply actions
At least ...
IF Maddux gets an expanded strike-zone, he may very well tie Sox hitters up. However if Maddux has to throw the ball over the plate, he may very well get hit hard.
I picked Sox 2 of 3, but the Cubs could just as well walk out proudly winning 2 of 3. It wouldn't shock me.
Self congratulations...
Well that's what happened.
Hopefully
by jc60625 on May 19, 2006 11:03 AM CDT up reply actions
It really depends on the longball..
If the Sox continue to slump hitting the long ball. Cubs at best take 2 of 3..
If the Sox heat up.. Its a Sox Sweep.
If the Sox stay mid-level in between heating up and slumping they take 2 of 3.
There is no scenario in which the Cubs take all 3 games.
Another day, Another game.. If Neifi plays I swear I will watch another game..

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