Open Thread: NLDS Game #1 -- Cubs vs. Diamondbacks, Wednesday 10/3, 9:00 CT
by Al Yellon on Oct 3, 2007 11:54 AM CDT
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PrintWell you better get ready for a brand new day.
Hey, Chicago, what do you say
The Cubs are gonna win today.
They're singing ...
Go, Cubs, go
Go, Cubs, go
Hey, Chicago, what do you say
The Cubs are gonna win today -- Steve Goodman
- Kerry Wood is just happy to be here.
- Ron Santo is the "happiest man in America", according to Paul Sullivan.
- The Cubs don't care whether they're favorites or underdogs, says Bruce Miles.
- Here's how the Phoenix-area media views the Cubs.
- Just for grins, a look at what astrologers think -- and it's good news.
- For the D'backs fan viewpoint, please go and visit our SB Nation counterpart, AZ Snakepit. They're friendly people over there, so be nice!
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| Game 1 Starting Lineups | |
| Cubs | D'backs |
| Soriano, lf | Young, cf |
| Theriot, ss | Drew, ss |
| Lee, 1b | Byrnes, lf |
| Floyd, rf | Clark, 1b |
| Ramirez, 3b | Reynolds, 3b |
| DeRosa, 2b | Salazar, rf |
| Jones, cf | Snyder, c |
| Soto, c | Ojeda, 2b |
| Zambrano, p | Webb, p |
Z did not face the Diamondbacks this season and since they have so many new faces on their roster, hasn't really faced anyone significant on their team more than three times (Eric Byrnes, 0-for-3). This could either work to Z's advantage... or disadvantage, depending. On what? Well, you know. On whether he's focused the right way or not. He was in Cincinnati on Friday. If he keeps that focus, you know how dominant he can be.
The Cubs beat Brandon Webb 6-2 at Wrigley Field on July 20; the score was made larger after Webb left the game, having given up three runs (two earned) in seven innings. No current Cub has hit him particularly well, although Jacque Jones is 3-for-8. Getting to him early and not letting him get his sinker working is the key to beating Webb. He's lost ten games this year (although he's 10-2 since that loss to the Cubs), so someone has figured him out. Since his scoreless-inning streak ended, he's 5-2 in 8 starts, but with a 4.33 ERA.
MLB.com Gameday (2007 version)
MLB.com Gameday (2006 version)
Discuss amongst yourselves.
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I can't believe this thread is finally here!!!!!
First comment! Woohoo!
DAMN YOU BIZZLE!
You know what is scary? I have dreamt about the Cubs for the last 4 nights. Mostly good, some wierd (me and my grandfather at Lou's house discussing the team with Lou's wife), and a little not great.
Here is to my dream last night!!!!!!!
GO CUBBIES (as my 18 month old daughter Gracie says whenever she sees the Cubs logo)
As the good man upstairs taught my
lol
No
My two girls get giddy when they see Fonzi.
My two year old thinks he has one name: ALFONSORIANO
Same here...
by eamuscatuli1881 on Oct 3, 2007 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Cubs Haiku
Eleven more wins
Nervous? No reason to be
Bye Arizona
Can't wait until game time!
GO CUBS GO!
by Tangled Up In Blue on Oct 3, 2007 12:01 PM CDT reply actions
People...
PS...dakderkats...love it. You say that when you are at the game??
Time for a NyQuil induced slumber
Getting close to the point of freaking the f out.
Thank God I work from home.
Tim
I here ya.
Now I've just got to mail some letters. Can't... seem... to... reach... stamps...
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I can't get my mind off the game either!
Butterflies are getting the best of me. I hope the players can stay calm for another 3 1/2 hours!!
GO CUBS!! Set the tone tonight...
Soto behind the plate!
Let's hope he can help Z stay centered....that first inning will be way important.
by CaughtInTheVines on Oct 3, 2007 12:12 PM CDT reply actions
Zambrano
One other thing that is going to be critical... The Cubs hitters need to keep their heads and ultimately go for the kill. It seems to me that one trait of the Cubs offense is that they make a lot of threats but then let the pitcher off the hook. We've seen a few instances where the Cubs batters have a good game plan, have the pitcher on the ropes, but then strand a few runners. The next inning the pitcher comes back, Cubs batters swing away instead of work the counts, and before we know it, the aforementioned pitcher on the ropes pitches five or six solid innings.
DmL
The D-backs
BTW, LOVE seeing Floyd between Lee and Ramirez. I've liked that everytime Lou does it, adds a new dynamic to our lineup. Go Cubs!
by eamuscatuli1881 on Oct 3, 2007 12:12 PM CDT reply actions
Since 1906...
We need to reverse that one also.
Kasey
I get a little down
Either way, CANNOT WAIT for forst pitch. Also pretty pumped to be operating on 5 hrs sleep for the next two days at work. (Sarcasm)
Me, too
But I shouldn't gripe: Soto's in the lineup! Get a couple of hits and throw out a runner, kid, and Lou will play you all the way.
I'm so excited!
I couldn't get off work to go down to AZ, but I will be there in spirit!
and by "spirit," I mean...
by vegascubsfan on Oct 3, 2007 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions
BASEBALL WEDNESDAY!
I got Angels and The Rockies.
No question on who im rooting for in game 3 :)
same here
a little confused
I havent been downtown lately
re: I havent been downtown lately
I FEEL GOOD.
I have nothing to offer here except this: The article Al linked to about Woody reminded me of this excellent article that the New York Times ran on him before his comeback, June 3rd of this year. Read it and especially watch the embedded video to really get a sense of how hard that guy worked to get where he is. Dammit, it brought a tear to my eye the first time I watched it exactly 4 months ago when we weren't sure when (or if?) he'd come back, and watching it again now, it still does.
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/06/03/sports/playmagazine/0603play-wood.html
He hasn't been the biggest contributor on field, but he certainly has contributed. Perhaps just as importantly, I think he's one of the spiritual and emotional leaders of this team. Without a doubt, he's a big reason why we are where we are.
GO WOODY AND GO CUBS.
by mrsmiff on Oct 3, 2007 12:30 PM CDT reply actions
The first time I read the NYTimes
I have to beleive the negative posters (fromt he past) did not take the time to read the article or watch the embedded video. Incredible stuff. I love the hug that Santo and Woody had on Friday night.
I hope those guys have the chance to have three more hugs like that in October!! Onward...
I think several people
by manny k on Oct 3, 2007 12:31 PM CDT reply actions
The simulator says...
vr, Xei
I have to stop visiting this site today....
[insert excited statement here] - I can't wait for this series to start.
I'm excited, I'm nervous...
I just wish the time would move a bit quicker.
3am start time?
by dacubsfan76 on Oct 3, 2007 12:49 PM CDT up reply actions
London?
by dacubsfan76 on Oct 3, 2007 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions
Same trouble here
Its a stay away from the Internet day till I can watch the game after work. Its gonna be tough...
by MadHatterBlues on Oct 3, 2007 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions
You guys Americans
A Scotsman
I'll stay up for late games at the weekend, but a 3AM start time and work in the morning really ain't gonna work
by MadHatterBlues on Oct 3, 2007 4:13 PM CDT up reply actions
i wasnt nervous are giddy at all
I am only predicting TWO things:
And I'll repeat what I have mentioned so many times as of late:
How poetic it is that Kerry Wood came back just in time - in THIS SEASON no less - to help the Cubs through the playoffs.
That said, this prediction as well:
2. WOODY WILL PLAY A KEY PART IN THIS MAGICAL POST SEASON ADVENTURE
GO CUBS.
Do us proud, gentlemen.
I'm not really near London
NERVOUS
for what it's worth....
http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/playoffs2007/columns/story?columnist=stark_jayson&id=3047027
Daily Kos
http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2007/10/2/215842/058
DmL
Kos is a Cub fan ...
You part of that community as well?
I am.
Tim
Looking forward to tonight!
Where you at in the Middle East?
THROW THE SMALL SAMPLE SIZES OUT THE WINDOW
Interestingly both are sinker ball pitchers although Zambrano is more power pitcher than Webb who is more effective at 88-90 MPH. He also has a above average curve and an occassion change that he avoids because it hurts him. Against lefties he has a two-seamer that backs in against lefties.
Zambrano is the key, if he avoids his cutter complex he will be as or more effective. This is all setting up otherwise one can say these two possess the best sinkers in the game, Z's a little heavier but both average about the same K's.
The other interesting anecdote is that both teams lead off hitters are their leading HR guy, Soriano with 34 and Young with 32. Soriano had 14 HR's in September and 7 lead off HR.
Here are my thoughts, Piniella stated that the ball was flying out of the park in batting practice yesterday and the roof will be open tomorrow night. It will be interesting how both pitchers approach those lead off hitters.
SO NERVOUS, SO EXCITED!!
"So stamp your feet and clap your hands
Chicago Cubs got the GREATEST fans!!!!"
by The Ryno and I Know on Oct 3, 2007 1:10 PM CDT reply actions
I'm nervous, excited
I think the team is as pumped as we are. Yesterday in an interview Eyre said the team was suppose to be to practice at 3 p.m. but they started showing up at 1 p.m. I hope they are fired up tonight and kick ass.
GO CUBS!!!
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Nice story
I think Lou should have started Kendall
But then again Soto is killing the ball right now so I'm not that upset.
by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 3, 2007 1:29 PM CDT reply actions
Problem with Kendall
Soto at least gives us a chance to slow down their running game.
Very good point
by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 3, 2007 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Couldn't Disagree More
by Goat Whisperer on Oct 3, 2007 1:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Don't Forget This, Either...
I recall after seeing this, Zambrano got through the inning.
This is probably an intagible, along with the others tangibles (e.g., his hitting, his ability to throw runners out, his ability to handle pitchers) that was likely weighed heavily in the decision...
What initram said!
by CaughtInTheVines on Oct 3, 2007 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Saw that!
We Minnesotans
MN Cub fans
I'll put it up as a diary, so it'll get a little notice before 53 diaries on why (insert player's name) isn't on the playoff roster, and 37 more on why Lou needs to (insert something else here) or we're doomed.
Really, folks, some of you need a few deep breaths and maybe a * or something.
* Things that may be either illegal or ill-advised, so I'm not going to say anything beyond: Draw your own conclusions, and be careful out there!
This may have already been addressed...
Lou's done it a few times
Going on for most of the year
Right now Floyd is hitting 'on the ball' right now, he has hit many hard screamers but his swing has developed to lose the elevation he had in the past.
Floyd is a good clean up guy and Ramirez is okay either 4 or 5 hole.
and the bullpen
DmL
Hint for Piniella
So I signed up for the postseason package.
Anyway, I click on the link for the Colorado game and I get the blackout thing. Now that's dumb.
I live in Eastern Nebraska. There are easily more Royals fans here than Colorado fans.
Sheesh.
Ah well.
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 1:46 PM CDT reply actions
Isn't the postseason package
I needed the audio, I thought.
That would make sense, though.
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 2:10 PM CDT up reply actions
I believe
How do we figure this out?
by BillHoldenFan on Oct 3, 2007 1:56 PM CDT reply actions
Tonight is game one of fourteen
If Cleveland does not play the Cubbies, there is no way I will be afford to travel and/or get tickets to a Cubs World Series. So, for a fellow Cubs fan please send out good vibes to Cleveland as well tomorrow!!
My friend does tarot cards
According to what came out on the Cubs we have a tough road ahead but we'll win it all.
And the hero is going to come from an unexpected sometimes badly thought of place.
Of course that hero could be Jones, Dempster among others who were once trashed by the fans.
For the record I had my friend do one on the Bears before last year's playoffs and the cards predicted the Bears would fall just short of their ultimate goal and it would take longer than expected to get back.
Oh and Rex Grossman's destiny is great but it is elsewhere.
Here I am at work at noon impatiently &
I've waited 4 years for this, 7 hours is nothing...I keep telling myself.
G O C U B S ! ! ! !
TBS pregame
I thought that was pretty lame. He's working as a commentator, and he should offer an opinion.
Then I looked up his lifetime stats. Against Beckett, Thomas is 3 for 17 lifetime, all singles. .176 batting average.
Against Lackey, Thomas is 3 for 20 with a double.
Thomas was being fair. He can't hit either one.
Let's win this game tonight...
Time got get the monkey off our backs!
by santoswoodenlegs on Oct 3, 2007 2:27 PM CDT reply actions
While...
Thanks.
Anything for you Al....
by santoswoodenlegs on Oct 3, 2007 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions
maybe we can have....
Anyone....
Be ye proud of me...
I told him I would not be late to work, and I would not call in, but I may not be on top of my game. He laughed and said he understands.
Gotta love that man...
Are we there yet ? Are we there yet ?
Really getting excited !!!
GO CUBS GO !!!!!!!
Rox looking good so far
They are showing how it's done.
Granted, Hamels is not exactly setting the world on fire...
God I am nervous
by BillHoldenFan on Oct 3, 2007 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions
omg
You only have to wait 5.5 more hours or so...
by santoswoodenlegs on Oct 3, 2007 3:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Nervous
by mweil on Oct 3, 2007 3:19 PM CDT reply actions
I got my Zambrano jersey
Everyone have fun, get crazy and GO CUBS GO!!!!
by Me and Lou WS 07 on Oct 3, 2007 3:19 PM CDT reply actions
Is it 8pm MT yet??
by Def Kenny T on Oct 3, 2007 3:22 PM CDT reply actions
3 2 now back to back homers rowand and burrel
we have nothing to lose.
i want the rockies
Back To Back Jacks
by Def Kenny T on Oct 3, 2007 3:30 PM CDT reply actions
Z's Cramping...
Should we be worried about this in the desert heat?
I believe I know what you are talking about
Changes in St. Louis
Cards and GM Walk Jocketty have parted ways.
DmL
coincides with the rumor that TLR
They'll keep Pujols, but will be paying for Carpenter and Rolen for years.
or...
Seems to me that if LaRussa doesn't manage next season in St. Louis, he won't at all. He may pull a Lou Piniella and take a few years off. Tony has managed every single season since 1979. I imagine that he wouldn't mind stepping away to let himself recharge.
DmL
that's good news for the cubs i think.
Charlie Chan At Wrigely Field
I suppose we all consider the Cubs a sure thing to march on to the Serious except for recent reports of some nefarious activity down around Addison and Clark. Rumors of out of town gamblers lurking around the F.C. have been heard. Fortunatly, by chance Inspector Chan, as usual on leave from the Honolulu PD, happens to be in town and has agreed to lend assistence to our local bumblers, so all should be well. He is accompanied by number one son Lee and number two son Jimmy along with his advisor mr. " Chicago brown" who is a dead ringer for his cousin Bermingham and who's son is playing double A ball in the Cub's system.
All will be well but watch out for some sinister characters sporting crooked moustaches,and I don't mean Bob Brenley.
by houndspirit on Oct 3, 2007 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions
Let's do this.
High socks or low?
Otherwise, on to the World Serious!
by houndspirit on Oct 3, 2007 3:42 PM CDT reply actions
Here are a few questions
If you already don't know the answer to the Z cramping problem, have you been paying attention to the Cubs at all this season?
Did you really ask a question about how players where thier socks?
You were kidding right?
Socks
Most of the guys who wear their pant legs high do it because of tradition -- that used to be the way everyone wore their pantlegs.
rox and phils in a good one
Whichever team
Rockies...
God, I never get sick of rooting for LaTroy to fail.
Rockies
Secondly coz I live in Denver and have tix to the NLCS games hoping that all the stars will align in our favor.
The Rockies have been great recently but they've got to stop surging soon. No way they can keep up their pace
Cubs Hat...
I'm sure there are hundreds of stories like this... I promised my grandma on her deathbed in May that the Cubs would win the World Series in my lifetime.
Let's win for all the grandparents and parents who were silly enough to raise us Cubs fans!
As a Cub fan in Denver....
This summer in now the annual visit to Coors
Special sauce pitchers get K's and that reduces the odds of hitting HR's.
We also visited CO Springs to see what they have still on the farm and watched Hart, Soto, Pie, Patterson, Koshansky & Stewart.
Here's to a great series
May the best team win!
gracious....
AZ seating
any feedback would be appreciated.
GO CUBS GO.
by DoubleYouFlag on Oct 3, 2007 4:10 PM CDT reply actions
From what I've been reading
::sigh::
Is first pitch at 10 ET or is it more like 10:30?
by MiniAndretti on Oct 3, 2007 4:26 PM CDT reply actions
Supposed to be...
by ryno HOF 2005 on Oct 3, 2007 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Anyone know...
I had heard
but then somebody else here had heard otherwise, so not totally sure.
On another note.....believe it or not, Jason Stark is starting to feel good about the Cubs chances....and picking them to win the world Series! means nothing, but nice to get a little love from ESPN:
http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/playoffs2007/columns/story?columnist=stark_jayson&id=3047027
We are either going to get
The fourth crew of Orsillio and Simpson is doing the Phillies/Rockies now.
by MiniAndretti on Oct 3, 2007 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Either way...
by ryno HOF 2005 on Oct 3, 2007 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Chip Carey was on The Score yesterday and said
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
CFS
A cousin of mine, a huge Sox fan, told me last night it was starting to get very chilly in Hell. Let's hope he's right.
GO CUBS!!!
by No Southern Belle on Oct 3, 2007 4:50 PM CDT reply actions
I'm not sure what to make of that series yet
I thought
Stockton and Darling?
The press release I read had Stockton paired with Brenley. What happened to that?
by MiniAndretti on Oct 3, 2007 5:28 PM CDT up reply actions
That wasn't Stockton and Darling on Monday...
Nope...
Here are the announcing teams:
Cubs - Diamondbacks
Dick Stockton and Ron Darling (Field reporter: Mark Fein)
Rockies - Phillies
Don Orsillo and Joe Simpson (David Aldridge)
Angels - Red Sox
Ted Robinson and Steve Stone (Jose Mota)
Yankees - Indians
Chip Caray, Tony Gwynn and Bob Brenly (Craig Sager)
DmL
I am not sure
The final word -
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/columnist/hiestand-tv/2007-10-01-hiestand-weekend_N.htm
by MiniAndretti on Oct 3, 2007 5:35 PM CDT reply actions
Roof
Not sure...
My guess is that they have it closed.
From what I've heard...
We got the shaft
THIS JUST IN...AZ Snakepit can't believe they
I don't know. I guess I just don't buy into the whole media hype for the Cubs.
Should I feel nervous about this game? Without wanting to sound overconfidant, I really don't. We pounded them during the regular season, and I guess with Webb on the mound, I don't see why we won't pound them again.
It's not arrogance, I promise. I'm trying to look at it logically.
by bcloirao on Wed Oct 03, 2007 at 05:15:22 PM EDT
Just boggles my mind
why the national media is calling for a Cubs sweep. You gotta be kidding me!
by AnybodyAnytime on Wed Oct 03, 2007 at 06:47:19 PM EDT
is easy
All we have to do is have the first 15 batters take at least 6 pitches. If we go 1-2-3 in each inning, that's 5 innings worth of batters. Get a couple hits and it's over.
Zambrano's ERA nearly doubles after he's thrown 90 pitches.
Bob Melvin Sucks
by nihil67 on Wed Oct 03, 2007 at 05:46:56 PM EDT
I'm so intimidated!
I didn't know they have high-speed Internet connections at the Funny Farm. :-)
reminds me off Wisc' cultural inferiority complex
I think...
Still, guess we'll see the proof of all this over the next few days!
Eh..hem, Mr. Snakepit...
But hey, congrats on that best NL record if that makes you happy my friend.
Premature articulation :-)
Exactly. ALL predictions are kinda premature at the moment: it's going to be decided entirely by who plays best in the next 3-5 games. I just wish they'd hurry up and play ball! :-)
Off to the ballpark!
maybe a dumb question
here you go
IF Chicago wins and Colorado then
NLCS Game 1 Thurs., Oct. 11 TBS (CHC)
NLCS Game 2 Fri., Oct. 12 TBS (CHC)
NLCS Game 3 Sun., Oct. 14 TBS (CO)
NLCS Game 4 Mon., Oct. 15 TBS (CO)
NLCS Game 5 Wed., Oct. 17 TBS (CHC)
NLCS Game 6 Fri., Oct. 19 TBS (CO)
NLCS Game 7 Sat., Oct. 20 TBS (CHC)
If Philadelphia wins
NLCS Game 1 Thurs., Oct. 11 TBS (Phila)
NLCS Game 2 Fri., Oct. 12 TBS (Phila)
NLCS Game 3 Sun., Oct. 14 TBS (CHC)
NLCS Game 4 Mon., Oct. 15 TBS (CHC)
NLCS Game 5 Wed., Oct. 17 TBS (Phila)
NLCS Game 6 Fri., Oct. 19 TBS (CHC)
NLCS Game 7 Sat., Oct. 20 TBS (Phila)
World Series
WS Game 1 (AL host) Wed., Oct. 24 FOX
WS Game 2 (AL host) Thurs., Oct. 25 FOX
WS Game 3 (NL host) Sat., Oct. 27 FOX
WS Game 4 (NL host) Sun., Oct. 28 FOX
WS Game 5 (NL host) Mon., Oct. 29 FOX
WS Game 6 (AL host) Wed., Oct. 31 FOX
WS Game 7 (AL host) Thurs., Nov. 1 FOX
2-3-2
http://msn.foxsports.com/other/story/6843822
just read through the thread
Go get em Al!
Fellas.
Lets get this first one!!
Go CUbs!!!
by Johnny Callison was a Cub on Oct 3, 2007 6:40 PM CDT reply actions
Any guesses on how many
by LilLPLancer23 on Oct 3, 2007 6:44 PM CDT reply actions
This isn't GAB or Turner Field.
by MiniAndretti on Oct 3, 2007 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
That makes no sense especially when you mention
What a night!
It truly was Wrigley South. I would be SHOCKED if there were that many Cub fans out in AZ tonight.
Also, how about that feeling an hour and a half before game two with all of us lined up behind the third base dugout during warmups.
Anyone else among the rabble that day?
Tim
Ivy Walls possible NLCS schedule is wrong...
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 7:21 PM CDT reply actions
right call, I thought that looked wrong when
my mistake
Have lineups been posted yet?
JEEZUS! IS IT TEN O'CLOCK YET?!?!!?!
Watching Youtube video after youtube video about 2003 and this year. I don't know why ...
Tim
For those of you without TBS...
This first game...
moreover
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions
It is deeper than this
Now those are primarily 3-game series, and this is actually a two-game series back to back and a rubber game.
Where
Personally
(No HD hookup but I have a pretty good cable signal and my game systems look gorgeous on it so why not)
I'll probably have the sub-woofer on, and I might switch to headphones if it gets too late
where u at? ;-)
I would welcome you
That being said, I have tickets to saturdays game, and if they don't complete the sweep then I'm considering staying up in the area for the Sunday game, but trying to find a place a little farther away to go than Murphy's, Cubby Bear, etc. to go in hopes that it may be more actual fans and less hard core drunks.
pleasant tonight, out on my patio
I will be right here
Listening at my desk
I wonder if there's a way of figuring out exactly how many games I've listened to?
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 8:43 PM CDT up reply actions
The Melbourne Cubs
Lucky for us the games on from about Midday onward so no sleep depravation, just a beer depravation at work..........
What!!
3pm here in Auckland mind you, as opposed to noon, but I feel you deserve to take the afternoon off and grab a beer...I have....
Go Cubs!
Steiny?
Glad the Southern Hemishere is getting onboard the Cubby Train
Oh. My. God.
http://sports-ak.espn.go.com/mlb/index
Wow! I can't believe they dared to get rid of the Yankees story with A-Rod's game face picture. I hear Scott Boras has already filed a protest with the Commissioner's office...
But you'll note
I'm going to avoid reading anything about the Cubs. Completely. It's the same old crap. Same story line, the same, the same, the same.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 8:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Yost to return
Brewers website announcing that Yost will return for the 2008 season. Brewer fans are not going to be happy. This guy lost control of himself down the stretch.
DmL
major mistake
Find a real 3B man who doesn't give away outs and a couple more pitchers.
Here's the funny thing and shows 25-10 real fluke
Brewers with Ryan Braun May 25-Closing Day: 55-60
Now when most teams add a guy who goes 35HR-100RBI, they improve. Instead, the Brewers record was worse.
Also Braun hit .444 against lefties this year and .286 against righties. Anyone else think Braun will fall down to earth against lefties?
maybe
by northofwrigley on Oct 3, 2007 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions
And this survivor
Is going to sit and watch calmly. Being excited and/or nervous wasn't a good game plan.
I'm going to try this approach.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 7:53 PM CDT reply actions
Survived all 5 myself
What about drinking?
to hedge the bet against nervousness
lol
just a medicinal glass of Shiraz
This last hour of waiting
Can we call the World Clock and get them to fast forward it an hour.
Lets Rock off Their Rattles tonight, tomorrow and Saturday.
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 8:00 PM CDT reply actions
No, waiting isn't torture
That's torture.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 8:07 PM CDT reply actions
One hour
It is wonderful ...
I can't get over
by TipsyMcStagger on Oct 3, 2007 8:18 PM CDT reply actions
IIRC a second baseman
From here on out
by LilLPLancer23 on Oct 3, 2007 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions
These TBS studio announcers are booooring
by TipsyMcStagger on Oct 3, 2007 8:22 PM CDT reply actions
Who are our
by LilLPLancer23 on Oct 3, 2007 8:23 PM CDT reply actions
Hey Lou Piniella
Our fair Cubbies play today and there is no more North Side Pity...
http://youtube.com/watch?v=2KMuC-JUlEY
Is it bad I just watched this in preparation for tonight?
It's all good
Those of you
Only half an hour til showtime. I don't think I can stand it.
here we go!!
All right, I kind of asked the question above but
Me? I'm on my third Miller Lite... might break into the Limoncello.
Don't even know what that is.....
Me Cheap
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions
I overpay whenever I can find
I looooove that beer.
It is probably $14 a case by you ;)
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 8:42 PM CDT up reply actions
I forgot to add...
What odds and ends I have left
Just picked up my Old Style
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions
lineup change
Soriano LF
Jones CF
Lee 1b
Floyd RF
Ramirez 3B
DeRosa 2B
Soto C
Theriot SS
Z!!!! P
better, I like Theriot batting 8th
How often has Jones batted 2nd this year?
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Having left Chicago a number of years ago
I'm so nervous
make that two of us
Not the crying part:)
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Don't cry Sue
I have just the cure!
Too nervous
we all do
" LET ME HERE YA, LETS GET SOME RUNS, HOLY COW!"
-the greastest play by play man ever, Mr. Carey.
by Les Lancaster on Oct 3, 2007 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions
OK Gang...
I might not be on BCB, but I'll be agonizing right along side you all!!!
Beat Webb tonight, and the rest will take care of itself!
GO CUBS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
by Hugest Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 3, 2007 8:37 PM CDT reply actions
I'm nervous too,
Therefore, this is all gravy, and I'll take whatever comes our way. I won't be cocky like last time.
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions
I've seen this like 100 time
TBS = Bad
Thanks
-TBS Management
BRANDON WEBB...
He wears the boots before and after games which gives him super=human powers. In fact, some say that Webb's boots rattle themselves.
This is the reason for the popular phrase: "Shaking in my boots".
Its b/c of Brandon Webb!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 8:47 PM CDT reply actions
Go Cubs!
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 8:48 PM CDT reply actions
anyone watching
yeah
by Les Lancaster on Oct 3, 2007 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions
about fifteen minutes now
One game at a time. We win tonight, then we worry about tomorrow.
GO CUBS GO!
Game time approaches!
I'm ready. So are you. Go Cubs.
Boy these interviews
Hey it's
TBS
no it was a mistake
Took 15 minutes
There are professional sportscasters toiling away all over America (that are not named Caray, Brennaman, or Buck) that would like a shot at the gigs Ripkin, Gwynn, Thomas, Grace, and hundreds more -- did not earn.
(Exclude Matt Vasgergian from the 'others' group.)
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 8:55 PM CDT reply actions
15 minutes to go!
GO CUBS GO!!!!!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 8:56 PM CDT reply actions
If he says
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions
They pronounced
My guess is...
GO CUBS!!!
Saaa-toe!
Thanks, Ernie Johnson!
More crap from TBS!
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 8:59 PM CDT reply actions
sato
by Les Lancaster on Oct 3, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions
of course
last post before game time!!!
man, i'm so pumped.
god i'm nervous
welcome
by Les Lancaster on Oct 3, 2007 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm dreaming
i kinda like it
sure its entertaining
So excited!
My 2-year-old says "Go Hubs"
Good grief...
by JakeH on Oct 3, 2007 9:03 PM CDT reply actions
Dick-head Stockton looks like death
I just wish he'd shut his trap and we could listen to Len and Bob....
Oh well....
GO CUBS!!!
get right to work boys.
A toast
And most importantly... L'Chaim!
They REALLY opened it because of the noise
Chickens....
Only 20%
I thought it would be more like 35 - 40%.
TBS just don't know baseball...
NLCS question, help!
LET'S GO BIG Z - HERE'S TO A WONDERFUL NIGHT!!!
We do
Work the count, JJ!
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions
There it is, JJ!
UGH!!!
Love hearing their rally organ playing
poop
Nice to see things back to normal Sue....
webb is nasty.
This is going to be a pitchers duel
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 9:13 PM CDT reply actions
Z needs to be on
How many posts will this playoff thread get?
"Organized Campaign"
Giants fans are more sophisticated.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 9:15 PM CDT reply actions
Come on Z!!
If Z can be calm enough to pitch
young kills us. damn.
Z's getting tested right from the git - go....
Z lookin sharp though
by JakeH on Oct 3, 2007 9:18 PM CDT reply actions
Just get the batter, big guy
How many Cub fans..
10,000 ish
sit down
the riot!!
get out of this without a run
Z looks composed out there..for now..
did byrnes do an interview
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 9:20 PM CDT reply actions
Time for another K
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 9:21 PM CDT reply actions
you called it bro!!
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
I can already tell....
Z!!!!!!!!!!
WHEW!!!!!
Anyone else watching on ESPN Live?
yeah!!!!!
make him work cubbies. take some pitches. let that ball go in the dirt.
Okay now....
i love those
Wish that Pat and Ron's call
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 9:24 PM CDT reply actions
Listening to Pat and Ron on mlb.com...
Nasty Stuff
Stockton is better than
Stone was good, in what I heard earlier today on the Bosox/Angels game.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 9:25 PM CDT reply actions
It would be nice if he would learn
crap
Yes!!!
Who's announcing this game on TBS? Jon Miller? Anyway, did anybody else catch him say that Pinella took the A's to the WS in '90?
he said
by northofwrigley on Oct 3, 2007 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions
DeRo!!!
Webb
it's TBS
by JakeH on Oct 3, 2007 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't remember...
LOL
I'm only listening on the radio and I can only assume you are getting that from TBS
That's what happens
by getbusywinnin on Oct 3, 2007 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions
You'd think Stockton would do his job
Not the first time
by getbusywinnin on Oct 3, 2007 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Stockton....what an idiot!
Funny...I thought JK came from Oakland...?
All these dudes covering the Cubs
Stockton wishes
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Ha!
by Willgly on Oct 3, 2007 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions
used to him calling football games on Fox
He just did the Bears game last Sunday, didn't he?
It's prolly HIS fault DA Bearsss are losing so much this year... LOL!
i don't like the approach.
alright z. murder them.
well, ok.
Way to (not) run up
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 9:31 PM CDT reply actions
couldn't Theriot have...taken a few pitches?
But that's just their MO Jazz Man.
They'll settle in....not to worry
RYAN!
Give us a better AB than that...
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions
I'm sure it's just
Let's do it Cubs!!!
Webb
I get sick everytime I see Dane Cook
...like he knows ANYTHING about baseball...
Not to mention
by getbusywinnin on Oct 3, 2007 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Every time I see him
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions
He just steals all of that from people he know BB
oh, and everyone who said
they do.
I swoosh
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions
even on TV
It's like a Chicago Wolves game
And have better fans!
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions
That's a great line
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 10:04 PM CDT up reply actions
shit
Called effectively Wild!!
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Stockton and Darling
doesn't get any easier than that
Nice dp to
Sue darling....
:-)
Can't, too nervous.
6-4-3!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 9:37 PM CDT reply actions
yes!!!!!!
okay lets get some runs
Maybe that will spark
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 9:38 PM CDT reply actions
NIcely turned DP!
Sweet! DP
I want to drink my Arrogant Bastard Ale but want something good to drink to...
SD Micro Brew
Cub victory
Pitch Count
Zambrano: 28
I think that's not bad. Let's work the at-bat some more now...
Let's see Z get on base.
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 9:39 PM CDT reply actions
We need some
Z!!!!!!!!!!!!
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Thank you Z!!
WTG Z!!!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 9:40 PM CDT reply actions
Z!
And that's WAY more than 20% of the ballpark cheering. It sounds like Wrigley, practically!
yeah Z. come on soriano.
Here it comes....
Shaka.
Laka.
You think
by getbusywinnin on Oct 3, 2007 9:41 PM CDT reply actions
There you go Z!
by Willgly on Oct 3, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions
He's fooling a lot of people
Ron said that was a perfect pitch for strike 3
Soriano!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 9:43 PM CDT reply actions
these are the ones we need to get
Come on JJ....make him throw what you want
Please
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 9:44 PM CDT reply actions
Please JJ
Stockton!
by Willgly on Oct 3, 2007 9:44 PM CDT reply actions
Webb
let's get a run.
by Willgly on Oct 3, 2007 9:46 PM CDT reply actions
either way, 0-2 you need to protect
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions
that was ugly
dammit any way
Ok, meeting in the dugout.
White pom poms
Gameday makes it seem like
Sorry didn't mean to swear
one was a strike, two was swinging
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Dammit.
These guys talking about DBacks fans.....
To answer a much earlier thread, I am joining you from Rosslyn, VA with a Busch Light and a really anxious nature. I think my apartment neighbor is going to quickly tire of my loud clapping and obscenities.
She might as well get used to it. October is a long month. GO CUBS GO
and I'm....
Go Cubs!
I'm in Hyattsville.
In all fairness
Got to play a different strategy with Webb
Zambrano and Webb might go to the 8th inning 0-0
I just hope Z comes back in and shakes that off...
That's awful
Soriano and Jones looked absolutely feeble.
Lee, on the other hand, looked statuesque. Not in a good way.
SWING THE DAMN BAT, DERREK !
by scotteboy on Oct 3, 2007 9:48 PM CDT reply actions
ali
by Willgly on Oct 3, 2007 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Webb is keeping our guys
Let's hope Z stays with him! It could be one of those typical play-off nights...
Go get 'em Z!!
another good K!
I will say this:
I think he'll be okay tonight.
It's the OFFENSE (or lack of it) that I'm concerned about right now...
yes, please!
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 9:54 PM CDT up reply actions
3 up 3 down....
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 9:53 PM CDT reply actions
z looks sharp
there it is
by Willgly on Oct 3, 2007 9:54 PM CDT reply actions
1 run might just do it!
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions
USKCKB
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 9:54 PM CDT reply actions
41
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Not just the offense...
Hopefully he'll make a mistake and we'll make him pay!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 9:54 PM CDT reply actions
He does seem to have it.
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions
COME ON CUBS
Some.
Runs.
MANY RUNS.
Dear Sonic:
As much as I'd try that damn sandwich, gas is $3 a gallon and I never will. Save your ad money!!!!!!!!!!!!
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 9:55 PM CDT reply actions
nail on the head there
Theri smoothies are freaking awesome and their breakfasrt sandwiches are hanover heaven!
Go Cubbies
Is anyone else listening to the audio feed?
oh shit,
by LilLPLancer23 on Oct 3, 2007 9:56 PM CDT reply actions
Did you know TBS is gonna run FrankTV?
Spoiler alert: it will run for 3 weeks.
Can't believe THAT is what they are wasting this audience on.
2nd inning on Z is a smooth delivery
nice rip a-ram
by LilLPLancer23 on Oct 3, 2007 9:57 PM CDT reply actions
You're killing me, Pat.
Think Ward can smack a HR?
Sorry...meant Floyd...and I guess not!
Cliff...
ouch!
Can someone PLEASE kill that dood who keeps waving???
man, we have to make this guy work.
Okay....THAT sucks....
OUCH
Come on Geo baby!!!
I am beginning
Its gonna be a tough night if he continues this way.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:01 PM CDT reply actions
He's a good pitcher.
While both Webb and Z look good
great play by AZ SS to retire Soto
whups
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions
we knew this was gonna happen
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:02 PM CDT reply actions
We have got
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:02 PM CDT reply actions
Two guys made good contact
Gotta keep the faith...
Z's pitch count...
by Kyle Turney on Oct 3, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions
he's not through 4
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions
listening on XM
by cervantes05 on Oct 3, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions
crap
by Kyle Turney on Oct 3, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions
son of a b^%&*
Shake it off Z....
Shake it off....it's only one run...
CRAP!!!!!!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions
That was right down the plate
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions
C'mon, Z.
Both Pitchers
bad pitch location
Our hitters have not been very patient Theriot for example swinging at first pitch with man on... make Webb work a little more, please.
by writerinwrigley on Oct 3, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions
What is it with Stephen Fu#%ing Drew ?
by scotteboy on Oct 3, 2007 10:06 PM CDT reply actions
that wasnt the worst time
Here we go Cubs fans.
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 10:06 PM CDT reply actions
exactly!
you related to Jeff (the snakes RFer) . . . lol
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Drew?
Hell is freezing over....
This might actually be to our benefit.
webb
- sigh -
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:06 PM CDT reply actions
I wonder if Dick Stockton is wearing a
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 10:06 PM CDT reply actions
MAN
by BCarey4 on Oct 3, 2007 10:06 PM CDT reply actions
better hope webb gets hurt
dood.
We just gotta bat better.
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions
That 'quad' is bothering Soriano...
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 10:07 PM CDT reply actions
Three Straight Fly Balls
Is that stadium filled with circus freaks
EVERY stadium
What they stole was the playing of Van Halen's JUMP!
Heard it when Byrnes was up.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions
not good.
Z still looks fine. webb just looks sick.
MAN, I would pay REAL MONEY
Thank God
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:09 PM CDT reply actions
Ok, out of the inning.
Great Commercial with LOU!!!
Yes it was.
We need to get
<giggles>
by Littlerock Rynofan on Oct 3, 2007 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions
Hahahaah
that was a funny water commercial
THERE GOES THIRD BASE!
Let's go.
Yikes ...
Just saw that Piniella/CB Bucknor commercial for Aquafina ... hilarious!
by Littlerock Rynofan on Oct 3, 2007 10:11 PM CDT reply actions
Can't help but be impatient when Webb is throwing
by BCarey4 on Oct 3, 2007 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Z looks OK......
Agree with some of the above posters - we need to get a lead before we get to their bullpen. Whatever it takes, have to have the lead when Webb leaves, or get him gone before the end of the 7th.
That commercial was filmed
Haven't seen it before - it was hilarious.
Now replace the Sonic one with that for good plz. Kthx
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 10:11 PM CDT reply actions
saw that coming the whole way
Z is closing
YES! WILD THROW!
Ok. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS!
Woo, the Riot!
by Littlerock Rynofan on Oct 3, 2007 10:13 PM CDT reply actions
Nice E5!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:13 PM CDT reply actions
All right!
Do you IBB Z to get to the top of the order? The way they've been swinging....
COME ON Z
Wow!
dammit!!!
his approach
Thats terrible
time to really earn
Towels
Well, the Cubs are going to be handing out white towels with the blue W for the games this weekend.
They showed on the Philadelphia news the screen printing place that is providing the towels for the Phillies. They mentioned that they also have an order for towels for the Chicago Cubs and showed them during the newscast.
Please Soriano
Slightly O/T
i think you have to bunt there. god damn.
dammit!
Hitting the ball hard.....
Come on JJ!!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:16 PM CDT reply actions
So I guess we're going to let
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 10:16 PM CDT reply actions
wtf cubs
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:16 PM CDT reply actions
im getting pissed
it was strange to not have
Strange decision, but Z came close to a big single. What the hell, we still have four innings.
Let's go...
We have no patience tonight!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
JACQUES JONES
by cervantes05 on Oct 3, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
jacque is solid
He was hot going into the game, admittedly
by cervantes05 on Oct 4, 2007 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Two innings
HOW MANY LOB???
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
webb's pitch count anyone?
Uh oh.
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
wow.
i think you have to bunt z there.
My dog is scared shitless
HOW MANY TIMES CAN YOU WASTE SCORING OPPORTUNITIES ???
by scotteboy on Oct 3, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
hope not bunting with Z doesnt come back to haunt
whats the pitch count for webb?
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
we get them on but cant knock them in
correction: a very short night.
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Crap its the 5th inning and Z is pitching
by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 3, 2007 10:18 PM CDT reply actions
Theriot would have
BAD!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:18 PM CDT reply actions
"He comes near me, I'll put him in the wall
and ready to STRIKE
I mean on Sori
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:18 PM CDT reply actions
This is the Cubs team
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:18 PM CDT reply actions
Dimwits are discussing
I didn't see enough of both games today to tell. I'm just now going to assume that MLB and, in turn -- us -- is being underserved by this minor league network.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 10:18 PM CDT reply actions
Well we have
Just not smart ball
He did hit the ball hard.....
Maybe a little too early to only settle for one run when you have the chance for crooked numbers?
not against webb.
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
i think it had more to do with soriano
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
No it was Z had a double last AB
by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 3, 2007 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Probably true
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Z much of a bunter?
by getbusywinnin on Oct 3, 2007 10:20 PM CDT reply actions
No hitting Webb's first pitches and
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 10:21 PM CDT reply actions
K!
Its reall not
Webb is pulling
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions
he's the best pitcher in the NL
webb
How 'bout them
0-10?
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions
maybe
Maybe...
Sorry.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:27 PM CDT up reply actions
hey, love it.
oh
by montanacubby on Oct 3, 2007 10:30 PM CDT up reply actions
What's funny is that as soon as ....
by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Oct 3, 2007 10:28 PM CDT up reply actions
as well they should
AUGGIE f'N OJEDA>>??!?!?!?!?!1111
by cervantes05 on Oct 3, 2007 10:23 PM CDT reply actions
dang
Z still looks really relaxed and focused
yeah
los looking awesome
LETS GET SOME MOTHERF%$^%^N RUNS!
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:26 PM CDT reply actions
yes!
Ok, guys
they gotta be thinking to much
Z should be the designated batting coach
if this series goes 5 games
can i join you?
I'll join you on the jump
Man, can the offense please wake
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 10:27 PM CDT reply actions
Its not really the offense, imo
Webb is a beast, tonight so far.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:29 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm hanging
THIS IS THE INNING
woo
Godd start, D!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:29 PM CDT reply actions
YAY Derrek!!!
Oh, that's a brilliant statement to make
dang
yeah..but from your cleanup hitter
wild pitch
Ouch
rodrigo ramirez
by CZ38 on Oct 3, 2007 10:31 PM CDT reply actions
Don't have the energy to do this....
6 of the top 8 offenses in MLB are in the playoffs....the pitching rankings are all over the map...and the #1 pitching team didn't make it
If I have time Friday...I'll start loking at past seasons....
why didnt a-ram run?
He couldn't.
by Littlerock Rynofan on Oct 3, 2007 10:32 PM CDT up reply actions
I was wondering that too...
Just a wild ass guess.
Oh, yes. Forgot that one, thanks,
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 10:35 PM CDT up reply actions
give me a single
Good pitches
ehh...his velocity seems
Wowsers
its the playoffs
The more the merrier
by montanacubby on Oct 3, 2007 10:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Anyone think either or BOTH these pitchers
Or is it too early in the playoffs?
This is crap. Blown oppportunities = Loss.
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 10:34 PM CDT reply actions
Yes!
Let's go So To!
seems we do well...
by JakeH on Oct 3, 2007 10:34 PM CDT reply actions
Time for one of those hard-hit
need someone to come thru at bat!!
floyd hammered his drive as Darling said the cubs have hit some balls hard...webb is living a charmed life to an extent. leadoff man on a lot, and always pitching with runners on...except for one mistake Z has been more dominant really.
I read one of the scout's report suggested their closer could be a nervous nellie type who won't do well in postseason environment maybe that's gonna be our best shot!!
Soto, can you hear me??
by writerinwrigley on Oct 3, 2007 10:34 PM CDT reply actions
please theriot
Soto could be a hero here...
by writerinwrigley on Oct 3, 2007 10:35 PM CDT reply actions
Webb may finally
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:35 PM CDT reply actions
Take him down
woo
3-0
I'm getting out my rosary beads
BASES LOADED!!!!!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:36 PM CDT reply actions
nice!
Wow....bases loaded?
RUH ROH!
cmon riot
RIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTTTTT
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 10:37 PM CDT reply actions
TBS
COME ON RIOT!
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:37 PM CDT reply actions
Here we go, folks.
COME ON RIOT
Thanks to everyone drinking for making me feel better about it. Time for a quick trip to the fridge.
Does anyone feel it here?
I feel my bladder expanding too far.
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 10:38 PM CDT up reply actions
WHEW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
LETS KEEP THIS PARTY GOING!!!!!
by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 3, 2007 10:39 PM CDT reply actions
OHBABYOHBABYOHBABYOHBABY!!!
WOOOHOOO!!!! 1-1
It worked!!!!! 1-1!!!!!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:39 PM CDT reply actions
I'd rather be lucky than good!
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:39 PM CDT reply actions
Thought...
It's almost like we are all in the same room, watching the game, and talking to each other....
If we have any success in the postseason, it will be due in large part to the folks here.
And hypotehtically speaking, if we were to win the whole enchilada, and -- I can't stress this enough...IF -- if I were a millionaire, I would fly us all to one location to celebrate and party.
You guys rock!
And as I was typing this, Theriot singled in a run, so I will keep typing...
i like your style
Wow....could Z be the one tonight??
Guess not....
Let's Go CUBS!!
For real
I wish I had a case of Old Style here in Florida.
I am typing good too. I bet I could even type hypothetically properly now.
And I would like to snipe Stephen Drew's ACL right now.
alright, he's not invincible.
alright
Coulda used another double, Z!
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:40 PM CDT reply actions
We're OK.....
Let's get a quick 3 and the top of the order comes to the plate.
Again I say.
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 10:41 PM CDT reply actions
This is a BIG 1/2 inning for Z
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 10:41 PM CDT reply actions
1 run isn't enough in that situation.
And, let's stop showing highlights of The Big Skirt.
Nobody cares.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 10:42 PM CDT reply actions
Well, SD
Lift the pitcher in the 6th?
W 2 outs?
Its PLAYOFF baseball.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Come on Jazz....
Big Inning
Lou made a nice
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:42 PM CDT reply actions
And when the pitchers actually don't try to blow
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 10:43 PM CDT reply actions
Big Hurt is right: The BP decides this one
We really needed more from that inning
Hopefully the run
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:44 PM CDT reply actions
another soriano
Marmol is up
I agree that
I am glad they tied.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:45 PM CDT reply actions
Z is over 80 pitches
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 10:47 PM CDT up reply actions
how can a team
Z is hitting 96
it's gonna take
by montanacubby on Oct 3, 2007 10:49 PM CDT up reply actions
All year long
Geez...already approaching 1100 posts
Me thinks BCB gets a new record tonight.
Hope it comes with a WIN too! :-)
Once it hits 1200
i feel like tony clark is 58 years old
Z is locked in
by TipsyMcStagger on Oct 3, 2007 10:50 PM CDT reply actions
nice!
Is Webb coming out for the 7th?
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 10:50 PM CDT reply actions
LET"S GET SOME RUNS!!!!!
I think Soriano might come through this time up...
are the players
Next inning is key!
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 10:50 PM CDT reply actions
nice inning Z
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:51 PM CDT reply actions
TBS Love
Alfonsoriano
sweet way to spell his name
Some dude earlier...
by montanacubby on Oct 3, 2007 10:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, just get a good count
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 10:53 PM CDT up reply actions
he was never funny
ACTober
by TipsyMcStagger on Oct 3, 2007 10:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Cubtober
by montanacubby on Oct 3, 2007 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Top 5 in the order are 1 for 14
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:52 PM CDT reply actions
I bet
top 7 and were at 1100
It will be hell
And...
As a 16 year Copenhagen user, if I were a pro baseball player, I would totally endorse Zantac 150 for free, in exchange for a lifetime supply.
That stuff is awesome. I can dip 2 cans a day, drink a bottle of whiskey, 2 bowls of chili, and a glass of orange juice, and the Zantac 150 kills it all.
I am Florida Cubbie, and I approve of this endorsement.
< / shameless plug>
Gee, EZ on that
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Wait!
I don't dip 2 cans a day, I'm just saying I could and Zantac would stop it.
I average about 1 can every 2-3 days unless I am fishing or hunting, and then for some reason it bumps up to about a can a day.
I have no desire to quite living. :)
i'm with you
That 2nd pitch to JJ
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 10:54 PM CDT reply actions
MAN
MAN...
Alright. Cmon, D LEE!
This might be a perfect match of teams
phat
by phatass on Oct 3, 2007 10:55 PM CDT reply actions
Patience, grasshopper...
This ain't playing a 20 game under .500 team...this is the playoffs. It's gonna be a grind, and a helluva series. Be patient, and good things will happen.
PO'ed
Helluva time
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 10:56 PM CDT reply actions
1for 17. pathetic.
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 10:56 PM CDT reply actions
Now THAT was stupid by Lee....
WTF Derek?
Golly......
The only reason to pull Z is for Game 4. But if you do, we had better win the next 3, or we're going to have to come back to AZ and beat Webb anyways. I'd rather go ahead and do it tonight w/ Z on the mound.
On the flipside, I would give money out of my wallet to assure Marquis does not pitch during the playoffs.
Short Series
by FSArkCubsFan on Oct 3, 2007 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Lou might be
by montanacubby on Oct 3, 2007 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions
JJ is NOT
So - Lou robbed Peter to pay Paul with The Riot 8th...
- sigh -
He and Sori VERY bad breaking ball hitters...
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:57 PM CDT reply actions
He has good career #'s v Webb
At the end of the day, if a guy is ripping a certain pitcher, you need to hit him in the corresponding place in the order.
STUPID
The pen's will
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 10:58 PM CDT reply actions
Webb is very, very good.
Lee has the single + run scored, but he has looked absolutely pathetic in his three strikeouts.
by ClosingTime on Oct 3, 2007 10:58 PM CDT reply actions
Nice
Marmol-96 k's in 69 inn, insane
Can someone ...
Gack.
by Littlerock Rynofan on Oct 3, 2007 11:00 PM CDT reply actions
this is dumb
game 4 on TNT?
It will be the TBS format....
amazing performance
by CZ38 on Oct 3, 2007 11:01 PM CDT reply actions
Dear 8lb 6oz baby Jesus........
by love the ivy on Oct 3, 2007 11:13 PM CDT up reply actions
god dammit
ahhhhhhhhhhh
blehhhhhhhh
fooooooooooooo
That is all.
wow. lou has not had a good game.
That was a poorly placed pitch
Oh well, he was perfect for a month and a half.
Shit.
I don't know what's more frustrating....
by JakeH on Oct 3, 2007 11:03 PM CDT reply actions
thats ok
by CZ38 on Oct 3, 2007 11:05 PM CDT up reply actions
were playing scrubs!
Like I've said before
by IllinoisCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Marmol
Of course, I blew through my 6-pack and am resorting to a friend's Bud Light stash he left here, so what do I know?
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 11:05 PM CDT reply actions
I actually agree
Marmol's normally lights out. THis will keep Z fresh for game 4.
either way, tough cal, and would be second guessed either way
Had to expect some early jitters from the young
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 11:06 PM CDT reply actions
That's why the catcher or pitching coach needed
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Well crap on a stick.....
If the DBacks suck so much as some here
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:06 PM CDT reply actions
No
Not so bad.
by IllinoisCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:08 PM CDT up reply actions
This is not Lou's doing...
Same story all year and if the Cubs lose, it's because of that.
Uh...
Like Lee bases loaded versus the White Sox at Wrigley?
yeah some situational hitting
by IllinoisCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Good grief
TBS is horrible
Taking a commercial break after Lou has already
Nice.
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 11:07 PM CDT reply actions
F'n STOCK-TONE....
Lou
TBS
The worst thing about tonight
by scotteboy on Oct 3, 2007 11:08 PM CDT reply actions
MarMOLE....
Well....
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 3, 2007 11:09 PM CDT reply actions
I REPEAT....
by cervantes05 on Oct 3, 2007 11:09 PM CDT reply actions
Game.....screw you Augie O.....this is like so
no but tomorrow is.
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 11:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Augie Frickin Ojeda?
3-1 DBacks
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:10 PM CDT reply actions
It's getting close to being over
Freakin' over. Crappy game all around.
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:11 PM CDT reply actions
well
Jeez.....2 run defecit even worse....
Webb
Um..their closer
Maybe Trevor Hoffman implosion.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 11:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Fortunately
I figured this opener as a real tough one to win.
With 4 hits, you ain't gonna do much this time of the year.
Gotta hand it to both of the starters. Our "kid" was not ready for this 2 night.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 11:13 PM CDT reply actions
Understand Lou's Move
i dont get
and had 85 pitches, with his spot in the lineup no where near coming up...
there have been plenty of other ways the Cubs have potentially lost this game, but assigning zero blame to Pineilla for that move is exhibiting blind love for the man
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 3, 2007 11:15 PM CDT up reply actions
i dont
by bennyha on Oct 3, 2007 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Actually......
by louslovechild on Oct 3, 2007 11:26 PM CDT up reply actions
couldnt agree with you more
by bennyha on Oct 3, 2007 11:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Marmol is young, anxious and overthrowing
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Man, 3-1
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:13 PM CDT reply actions
Stow the negativity crap
There's two innings left to go. We've come from behind before, we have the chance to do it again.
This is the big leagues, buckos. Did we think the post was going to be a walkover?
Screw that. Buckle down. Have faith in your team, that pulled out 20 more wins this year than last.
Believe.
Or get the f@ck out.
Screw you!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 11:16 PM CDT up reply actions
no, I don't
You gonna support them, or are you gonna be a whiny thirteen year old?
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 11:17 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm as behind them
I'll be there in person Saturday and Sunday.
Screw you!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 11:21 PM CDT up reply actions
what
It's ONE GAME, IF we lose. They make the best decisions they can on the field. When you project negativity, you bring everything down.
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 11:25 PM CDT up reply actions
This game is over beacuse of bad decisions
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Compltely agree.
dumb
by BCarey4 on Oct 3, 2007 11:21 PM CDT up reply actions
neither
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 11:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Okay, so we let Z go this inning and we woulda
That's what happens
Oh well...it's not like I really expected them to sweep....although I sorta hoped.
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 11:14 PM CDT reply actions
NOW do you idiots
Of course, none of the "Ryan sucks" people will show up tonight.
by lancaster99 on Oct 3, 2007 11:15 PM CDT reply actions
Dempster ERA
marmol under 2
by mweil on Oct 3, 2007 11:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Anyone else feel we're going to tie it up?
webb is out
lastly, it is only 1 game!
by mweil on Oct 3, 2007 11:16 PM CDT reply actions
ouch.
this sucks.
Well, Buck
He left with a tie, and believes in the pen (was counting on Marmol).
Knowing these two things, Z did his job and forced a draw. It was a calculated move that was probably the right thing.
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 11:20 PM CDT up reply actions
you dont play for a game
there's no certainty Z will come back on 3 days rest....
you play to win this game right now. Z had dominated that portion of the lineup
at the VERY least you let him go out there and see if he can get a quick 5-10 pitch inning, if not bring Marmol in mid-inning, where he's done his best work....
it was a horrible move
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 3, 2007 11:23 PM CDT up reply actions
agreed.
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 11:24 PM CDT up reply actions
i would have at least had z start the inning.
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 11:24 PM CDT up reply actions
It isn't over
Let's see what happens. We still have six chances...
Yeah, the RISP left on are really the story as
I fucking hate the
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:17 PM CDT reply actions
I still think Z was rollin
Also, I haven't heard so much butchering of names in a long time. Mar-mole? Saw-toe for Soto? Don't they do some homework for this?
I know what we should do!!!
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 11:18 PM CDT reply actions
The worst of this loss is that Z pitched a dandy..
At least Z doesn't get a LOSS to start with.
It's a loss either way, if a miracle doesn't
Boy, how come our power guys aren't sending it
3 up 3 down....
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 11:20 PM CDT reply actions
This team is looking
Personally, I think that we'll get the loss
Then come back tomorrow and take it back to Wrigley where it belongs with a 1-1 tie.
The D backs don't have the best record in the NL for nothing....
Hope you're right.
Let them get their win with Webb
It's all planned out. :-)
LINES
First 5 batters: 1 for 19 overall
The only guys who played well tonight were DeRosa and Zambrano. We're gonna need someone else to step up tomorrow.
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:21 PM CDT reply actions
Don't point that out
Do not show ANY frustration.
Any displeasure.
All is bliss.
It is amazing that this D-Backs team ekes out W's with their lineup.
- sigh - good pitching in the playoffs!
It AIN'T over by FAR!
by TheEman on Oct 3, 2007 11:25 PM CDT up reply actions
it's not.
It's a two run game. We didn't get blown out. We didn't throw it away with errors. Z pitched a good game till he was pulled, for what looks like good reasons.
Yes, we want them to hit better. Read the thread. It's full of me saying "We need to hit better."
You gotta believe.
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 11:28 PM CDT up reply actions
This has been a very winnable game &
I was at the game....
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 11:22 PM CDT reply actions
This game sucks.
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:22 PM CDT reply actions
Well if
That sure would be nice
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:24 PM CDT up reply actions
scroll up a few posts Sue.... :-)
Great minds huh?
always my dear. :-)
I agree that we have to get a split here.
Maybe the karma of all that fist waving and stomping after the last Cub game will come back to haunt him...we can always hope!
Let's go get 'em in the 9th!!!
Same old story......
No offense......
Somehow...that potent 15thNL ranked NL offense of the Dbacks plated a few guys.....
I see fear of losing in the Cubs eyes and body language of nothing to lose on the Snakes...that does not bode well..
and it looks like Louie outsmarted himself by pulling Z....
Why don't we play like we have nothing
whoever figures that out....
I'm almost inclined to hit Drew here
Save your ace..
Is tomorrow's game a
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:24 PM CDT reply actions
"FS" ....
by Littlerock Rynofan on Oct 3, 2007 11:28 PM CDT up reply actions
I didn't.
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 11:26 PM CDT up reply actions
I thought you said expect, not want
Sue me. lol
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 11:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Frustrating game but....
DBack Lineup
are you serious?
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 11:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Ok here we go
Lets hope those three all score because if not then we have to watch the top 5 make it 1 for 23, which might give me an aneurysm.
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:29 PM CDT reply actions
make that 22
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:30 PM CDT up reply actions
In my not-so-humble opinion....
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 11:29 PM CDT reply actions
It has been Marmol, Howry, Demp
he also made a mistake
by buckmulligan on Oct 3, 2007 11:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Z's gotta pitch Game 4
by IllinoisCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Of course tomorrow is a Non-Elimination Must Win..
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 11:29 PM CDT reply actions
It's go time!
I really hope we rally
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 11:30 PM CDT reply actions
I'm outta here.
I wish Soriano showed some of that
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:31 PM CDT reply actions
Prediction:
Theriot - single
Murton - fielder's choice, theriot to 2nd
Soriano - K, making the top 5 a nice round 1 for 20
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:31 PM CDT reply actions
Can I get you
by FSArkCubsFan on Oct 3, 2007 11:33 PM CDT up reply actions
Time
One more shot
Coming at you.
Could we at least not go down meekly????
you think this is meek?
Sheesh. That guy behind the plate with the light. What a moron.
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 11:34 PM CDT up reply actions
valverde flying off the mound
What's with the guy
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 11:34 PM CDT reply actions
Agreed
HA!! Idiot Cubs fan with a light behind HP....
What a maroon...
Does anyone recognize that guy?
by ClosingTime on Oct 3, 2007 11:35 PM CDT reply actions
He's been an idiot all game
Holding up a hand-written sign saying hi to a friend.
Now that light.
Toss him
When did we have it again?
by Rogue 52 on Oct 3, 2007 11:37 PM CDT up reply actions
It was tied 1-1
by IllinoisCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:37 PM CDT up reply actions
What kind of seats are those?
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 11:36 PM CDT reply actions
Take take take!
Take that booty!
D-back fans suck!
I will consider it a victory
THAT WAS IT.
by ClosingTime on Oct 3, 2007 11:40 PM CDT reply actions
And of course
Soriano is going to K
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:40 PM CDT reply actions
Nope....GO to SS.
Tomorrow..we'll get them
by mweil on Oct 3, 2007 11:41 PM CDT reply actions
The wait definitely wasn't worth it.
We got beat by Webb.
by drewishdrewid on Oct 3, 2007 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions
darn.
Let's get 'em tomorrow
How about, completely awful. I guess that 96 mph
by FortLauderdaleCubs on Oct 3, 2007 11:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Weak, weak, weak, weak, weak.
kinda
by CZ38 on Oct 3, 2007 11:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh well....
by deutschegirl on Oct 3, 2007 11:41 PM CDT reply actions
Looks like all those media pundits
Whole lotta choking going on....
Well, we better win tomorrow night
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:42 PM CDT reply actions
4 hits
Gotta come out tomorrow & jump on them with a bunch in the 1st.
We need Ice Man Lilly to get the split
Go get 'em Ice Man!!
Bring your best stuff. and let's hope our boys have their RISP bats too!
Beetle Juice Howry pitched great though...
I wasn't confident in a win today
God help us, we need the win tomorrow.
by nevermind on Oct 3, 2007 11:43 PM CDT reply actions
Well our big bats did not do the job.....
ugh
I will start
I'll be there....see you then Sue.
Aint it cute....
Oh sure...
Look K.C. nobody is suggesting play acting here. We are positive because the team has come through this year more than once, agreed?
So, unless you really believe that the Cubs have no chance, because they lost the FIRST GAME, then
I wouldn't watch the game tomorrow.
The first game is never as important as the second game in any series. We win tomorrow and we go home with home field advantage. I'll take those odds.
by Ken Hubbs on Oct 4, 2007 12:02 AM CDT up reply actions
Sue: just ignore it and smile :-)
I just ignore it and respond to the fans I like.
Let's all get a good night of sleep and see Lilly get us back to even tomorrow. That will make for a good weekend at Wrigley!!
Good night!
I missed you Sue......LMAO
Why does everything have to be positve? Let people vent. If they are wrong, call them out. If you are the baseball fan I think you are, convince them that are wrong.
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 12:23 AM CDT up reply actions
You know what?
1. No team has one any sembelance of a championship with an attitude that after one game, "were screwed!"
That's what losers think. Are you a loser? Lou is trying to get these guys to think like winners, especially when the going gets tough and the "fans" get all over them.
2. "If people are wrong call them out." O.K. you are wrong. Why are you wrong? Because one game does not determine a series, any series anywhere at any time.
Besides, how do you convince someone they are wrong who can't be convinced? Or do you believe they can be convinced? Sort of "positive" don't you think?
by Ken Hubbs on Oct 4, 2007 12:34 AM CDT up reply actions
The whole....
Like Rodney King once, "can't we all just get along?"
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 12:39 AM CDT up reply actions
timeforachange
What Sue, and others - including me - object to is the nasty comments that do more than suggest that the club stinks and has no business playing professional baseball, and certainly no business being in the playoffs!
Your'e right, everyone should have a chance to give their opinion, but they don't have a right to expect to go unchallenged when they act like Diamondback fans more than Cub fans. That's what drives us crazy.
by Ken Hubbs on Oct 4, 2007 12:47 AM CDT up reply actions
I agree.....
I would disagree with you on that 1% because our beloved Cubs have stunk more often than not. Unfortunately many (myself included) have had their heart ripped out more times than I care to remember.
My problem with Sue is that she is no different than the people she rips. Opinions are like belly buttons, everyone has one. Why is she only entitled to one?
Instead of complaining about the negativity, Sue should try to convert the ignorant. At the end of the day, we are all Cubs fans. Enlighten them Sue. Enlighten them.
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 12:58 AM CDT up reply actions
They don't want
In all honesty.....
When I look at your posts, IMHO, I believe you feed the beast. If you are so positive, why bother?
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 1:08 AM CDT up reply actions
Well make
Ditto......
I know the Hawkeyes are bad this year, but that is no reason to take your frustration out on us.......
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 1:13 AM CDT up reply actions
You
I have several things in my life to worry about, the Hawkeyes being the least of them.
Actually......
As for your "ripped me" comment, me thinks you have some very thin skin. I have reviewed my posts and only stated my opinion about the pros and cons of the negative/ positive arguement.
Go back and read them.
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Look
I'm asking you to not respond to my posts or talk about me to anyone on here. I don't like you and you don't like me. Let's just leave it at that.
It does......
I believe the whole point of BCB is for Cubs fans to communicate. I will respond to what I want to.
If people do not post any longer due to "negativity", so be it. That is their choice.
I actually do like you Sue. You appear to have spunk. Disagreement does not = dislike.
Go Cubs Sue. Go Cubs.
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions
OK...
only you're gonna have to buy. :)
by Ken Hubbs on Oct 4, 2007 1:04 AM CDT up reply actions
That....
I may even pony up an buy Sue a drink...... Ah, maybe not. It would ruin everything....
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 1:06 AM CDT up reply actions
ON A POSITIVE NOTE:
16/9 vs.8/4....
The game was left on the basepaths...just like sooooooo mannnyyyyyyyyy times during the season.....
SIXTEEN chances to hit with runners on base.....adn NADA..........
Lou was off his game tonight
by CubbiesBlue on Oct 3, 2007 11:46 PM CDT reply actions
This one
tomorrow
by mn fan on Oct 3, 2007 11:47 PM CDT reply actions
We owe Valverde a blown save sometime...
I don't even think
by eamuscatuli1881 on Oct 3, 2007 11:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow
Let's hope tomorrow is a different story, and that I can also resist the urge to beat the s** out of the Brewer fans who will no doubt give me s** even though their team still sucks ass.
by eamuscatuli1881 on Oct 3, 2007 11:47 PM CDT reply actions
IF YOUR NAME IS ON THIS LIST....
SORIANO: 0 for 5, plus a horrible looking AB in the ninth to throw away the chance. Let's put Sam Fuld in the leadoff spot. He can go 0 for 5 as well as anyone! He's so short he might even get a walk! Have you ever heard of a WALK, Fonzie?
JJ: You looked like a little lost girl at the plate.
D LEE: You got the only hit for the first five, ok, nice job. But then you slammed your bat instead of running on a wild pitch third strike? You think you're frustrated? I have to watch your bonehead @ss out there.
ARAM: 0 for 4. At least you hit some balls out of the infield. That counts for something, right? Nope.
FLOYD: Did you age 10 years in the last two days? Get some diapers and get on your horse out in right field.
SOTO: You did nothing to help the team. Not a single thing you did tonight increased the cubs' chances of winning. Seriously. At least you didn't actively muck it up like D.Lee. But make no mistake, the absence of bad / good.
I won't put Marmol up here, because he's been so good all year and the playoffs are intimidating to a young'un. But no more free passes.
You all owe Zambrano an apology. And me.
Lets come back and play like a playoff-caliber team tomorrow, eh?
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:48 PM CDT reply actions
I bet they all
ahh, go to your little utopian diary already
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 3, 2007 11:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Truth hurts
Oh geez, i just threw up a little in my mouth
I can't wait to see this diary. "Gosh, it sure is swell when Soriano strikes out." "Hey, be nice, he's trying really hard, and that's what matters"
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 12:16 AM CDT up reply actions
Go back and
Let me get this straight.......
Good night June....filed of dreams was a fantasy movie.......
Unlike some in here
Oh and you spelled field wrong.
That was a good one Sue! :)
I would always prefer winning the second game anyway, because it puts you in the drivers seat going back to your house. But even a split doesn't gurarntee anything.
The Cub players deserve more than us calling them a bunch of "girls," or worse (honestly, some of you guys sound like you really hate the team). They need our support not our condemnation.
by Ken Hubbs on Oct 4, 2007 12:19 AM CDT up reply actions
anything short.....
It is extremely perilous to drop below that .500 mark in COtober....
so...11-7 is about .6111....baseball needs to be played the rest of the way...
and BTW...are you volunteering to add a spell checker to the "post editor"?
In case you
Sue.....
Try smiling. It is a great thing Sue. It is a great thing.
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 12:33 AM CDT up reply actions
I've realized that...
Sorry I get under your skin so bad....
I just don't sugar coat my reaction to what I see.
It's not just
They don't owe you a damn thing
Players play the game because they like to play the game.
They'd play if we watched or not. We've reached a point where we like the game so much that we'll pay for it. But I don't want players playing for my approval. We'd end up with 15 Sosa's swinging away, juicing up and smiling for the camera. No thanks.
You spend some money on the Cubs and they should be accountable to you?
No they can be accountable to the owners, the front office and the managers, but not the almighty kcjones.
Oh and by they way. We saw a sweet pitching match-up and a close game that was winnable through the last at bat. It didn't turn out the way I'd like, but I'm not ready to give up on these Cubbies just yet.
LOL
"They'd play if we watched or not" ..wait, what? TBS ain't paying if you ain't watching. And fonzie ain't playing unless fonzie gets paid. Did you get mixed up and watch the Litlle League WS instead?
You shoulda 'elborted' that post
by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 1:00 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm adding my 2 cents
Not particularly
Lilly better be ON tomorrow night or coming home down 0-2 is a very real possibility.
by scotteboy on Oct 3, 2007 11:56 PM CDT up reply actions
The one danger I see...
Carlos did his job, so did Theriot and DeRosa. Soraino, Ramirez, and Marmol did not. We need out top guys to come through tomorrow, or it will be a long winter for them, and us.
by Ken Hubbs on Oct 3, 2007 11:52 PM CDT reply actions
If Lou was pulling Z in the 7th
by wingville on Oct 3, 2007 11:53 PM CDT reply actions
well tomorrows a must win or the seasons down
tonight was a killer.
Yep, Throw in the Towel
Or, change your tune and SUPPORT the Cubs.
In the words of Don Corleone, "Quit crying and act like a man" ....
You don't know the numbers? You think?
by nevermind on Oct 4, 2007 12:08 AM CDT up reply actions
well, it's happened 3 times in the last 7 years.
I am angry
I had thought that Lou was a good game manager. Why, then, oh why, did he take Z out? You win the game you are playing, not the potential fourth game you may not need if you win the one you are playing. I know that Marmol has been good, excellent even. But if Lou had to take out Z, which he didn't, I would have liked to see Woody, then Howry, then, perhaps, Marmol.
Yes, the Cubs were hideous with men on base. Thank the Riot for at least willing the ball over the third baseman's head. If only Z's second liner had been a little higher, the game would have had a different end.
Story of our lives.
Phooey.
by moldyfolky on Oct 3, 2007 11:56 PM CDT reply actions
Agree....
Life is toooooooooo short to subject the wife, kids and dog to this addiction......it's only a game....far more important things out there....
Next time you want to scream, hit, yell, throw a brick through the TV...post it instead!!!! :)
Perhaps I'll start the angst filled "special diary" tomorrow night.....for all us derelects....
As Lou said, you can't win games on the road
Zambrano did his part; it's too bad Soriano, Lee, Ramirez didn't do theirs.
Let's Get them tomorrow!
G O C U B S ! ! ! !
jock has
by CZ38 on Oct 3, 2007 11:59 PM CDT reply actions
Past, Present, Future
Ted Lilly and Game 2 is the present -- and all the Cubs should focus on. Win Game 2 and the future will take care of itself back at Wrigley.
Keep the Faith, Doubters.
GO CUBS GO !!!!
Thank you.
Game 1 reflections
- I'm a little worried that Marmol might be tired (last two outings have been bad) and a little nervous. Hopefully we can get a cushy lead tomorrow and let him build his confidence up.
- Lou made two BIG mistakes in not bunting with Z to move Theriot to 3rd and in taking Z out too early. Playing for a game that isn't a guarantee (assuming that's why he took him out, unless the brilliant Ron Darling's too-hot theory is correct...) shows encouraging confidence, but is still very ill-advised.
- Our big-name players need to really step it up. We will not win when Sori, Lee, and Aram go a combined 1-13 with 7LOB and 5Ks.
by BCarey4 on Oct 4, 2007 12:02 AM CDT reply actions
For petes sake...
I'm just looking for stuff to complain about...
yeah, i missed pat & ron
i totally agree, it added to the "bad vibe" about this one all game. didn't feel like anyone was on our side. rather, gulp, have mccarver then those guys.
by cervantes05 on Oct 4, 2007 12:31 AM CDT up reply actions
yeah, i missed pat & ron
i totally agree, it added to the "bad vibe" about this one all game. didn't feel like anyone was on our side. rather, gulp, have mccarver then those guys.
by cervantes05 on Oct 4, 2007 12:31 AM CDT up reply actions
Wow............
I was lucky enough to see the last three innings on the web. No worries. Their "Ace" is done for now. I will take Lilly and Hill over their 2 and 3.
The Cubs offense will show up in Game 2. I would bet Al, but I know I would never get paid........
Don't over think this. It is only game one.
I can't wait until Saturday. Section 311.
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 12:18 AM CDT reply actions
Civilian.....
I served in DS1.
This is my last stint. Too crazy. Too political.
by timeforachange on Oct 4, 2007 12:25 AM CDT up reply actions
How can you tell I still feel positive?
I'd like the complete set when they advance :)
by nevermind on Oct 4, 2007 12:24 AM CDT reply actions
ok, this isn't so bad, seriously.
by cervantes05 on Oct 4, 2007 12:29 AM CDT reply actions
agree 100%
by nevermind on Oct 4, 2007 12:31 AM CDT up reply actions
Do we still
O wait... nevermind
I'm sick of all these newjacks!
by TheRamZamDLEE on Oct 4, 2007 4:55 AM CDT up reply actions
Not sure who the 'newjack' is...
Either way, go Cubs, we'll probably all be more chipper if Lilly is lights-out tonight and Davis gives up some gophers to Soriano... or heck, Jacques Jones. I'll be happily proven wrong if we win.
by cervantes05 on Oct 4, 2007 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions
credit
Anyway, I'm disappointed by tonight's outcome, certainly, but encouraged by many things about the game: Z's performance, our defense, Howry's performance, and some more patient at-bats from some Cubs than we're used to seeing. I would never have predicted Marmol would have been as rough as he was tonight, nor do I think Lou should have predicted it. Lou does have to think ahead to starting Z on short rest, and Marmol's been one of the very best relievers in all of baseball all season long -- and that's a lot of people he's better than -- so I have no problem with Lou making that choice in that situation. Just didn't work out as hoped.
Think about it: if Stephen Drew doesn't make that circus leaping snag of Z's liner, we very easily could have won the game.
Anyway, I refuse to throw in the towel, I give props to the Dbacks for being a lot tougher than they seem to be on paper (clearly they are, since they won 90 games, and not just against the Cubs, believe it or not), and I know that Ted and Rich will bring their best to bear.
We shall see... It ain't over yet, that's for sure.
by albinokid on Oct 4, 2007 12:33 AM CDT reply actions
It's not over, but it hurts.....
PS--like the match up tomorrow though. And if Lilly doesn't have one of his bonehead games, I'm perfectly happy with 1-1 back in Wrigley.....
by conorj on Oct 4, 2007 12:34 AM CDT reply actions
The best part about tonight is that 85%
by nevermind on Oct 4, 2007 12:40 AM CDT reply actions
The only other thing that makes me mad....
by conorj on Oct 4, 2007 12:41 AM CDT reply actions
And another thing....
by conorj on Oct 4, 2007 12:56 AM CDT reply actions
I'm optomistic because my preseason prediction was
So there.
by nevermind on Oct 4, 2007 12:58 AM CDT up reply actions
We need to win the next 2
FWIW game one wins have meant...
A win on Thursday and Cubbie fans get what they really needed from the first two away games, one victory.
Calm down
I thought'd we lose this one if we lost any
I agree ...
The Cubbies have now had a day to settle down and a lot of folks around here have already noted that the Snakes' rotation gets suspect once they get past Webb.
I was upset that we lost, but it wasn't the end of the world. We always have a bitch of a time winning at Chase.
--t.
by Littlerock Rynofan on Oct 4, 2007 9:52 AM CDT up reply actions
Forearm Cramping
NL Playoffs is small ball
Still, we had our chances to steal that one. If we play with the same discipline against lesser pitching the rest of the series we should be fine.
5 runs a game and we are in!
GO CUBS GO!
by The Ryno and I Know on Oct 4, 2007 7:55 AM CDT reply actions
It's just
Man,
We'll get'em tonight. And Saturday. And Sunday. No worries. Go Cubs.
"thread police"
I agree
That said, not having Zambrano sacrifice Theriot over was simply rediculous, regardless of what Z did in his first at bat. Soriano flies out to center...tie game.
As for the other move, if it had worked out and Marmol had pitched like everyone is used to, Piniella would be called a genious for saving Z for game 4.
Time to move on...and win tonight.
It's simple. Win tonight or your pretty much toast.
by Hugest Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2007 8:29 AM CDT up reply actions
game one loss
by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Oct 4, 2007 8:21 AM CDT reply actions
RELAX...
re: RELAX...
It was ONE GAME, nay-sayers .. ONE
This is still the year, and the Cubs are still real.
It went down for 6 innings as billed .. a good pitcher's duel. Z and Webb were on target and both of them got into and out of jams like the pros they are.
I was singularly impressed that Z did just as he said he was going to do - he let "the game come to him," and it showed. He was thoroughly in check, although the passion was boiling beneath him, and he focused completely on the job at hand. When Drew got that HR off him, he didn't freak out or implode, he just picked up where he left off.
THAT bodes well for the future. Z's only going on 3 days rest and Lou simply had to pull him .. HAD to .. to give his arm maximum time to rebuild for the next game, which hopefully we will proceed to.
Keep this in mind, had Marmol's stuff just been a touch better, this game would be different. And had the Cubs not reverted back to their horrid LOB ways, this one would have been ours. Other than that, the game was not a blowout. We just got outpitched and our offense, as I've said, has got to be ready to work the count better than it did and not leave men clogging them bases!
Go Cubs! I'll be up late again!
Yea but.....
If Louie Baker leaves Zambrano in, and Cubs steal game 1...there may not be a game 4.
What are you saving Zambrano for game 4 for...there may not even be a game 4......
If you trust the pen so much...why not pinck hit for him w/ the bases loaded in the 6th......
And Louis is gonna look real DUMB if there isn't a game 4.....
Bang On...
A win tonight is an absolute necessity. Lilly has a great record after Cub losses all year.
They need to beat up on Doug Davis. He does walk a lot of guys, and most guys have faced him a lot.
When this team has struggled in 2007, it's been because of inconsistent offense. Let's hope it was just a case of a great pitcher silencing them, and not their bats going collectively frigid.
Prediction: Cubs 5 Snakes 2
by Hugest Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2007 10:32 AM CDT up reply actions
I was at the game
You can't let Z swing away with a man on 2nd. If he gets him over, that run would have scored with that fly out. Mistake.
Marmol giving up the HR. Oh well, look what Hoffman did the other night. Marmol is still young and I am sure he'll be better next chance he gets.
The D Backs are a hungry bunch, and well managed. They play all 9 innings and fight you til the end. Look at their record in 1 run games, way better than ours. I know this was a 2 run game, but for all intents, it was the same.
The top of the order looked a bit tight for the Cubs, and as someone said WAY earlier, the playoffs are small ball. The Cubs didn't get it done tonight.
Lilly is our stopper, and boy, do we need a stop tonight!
I still had a great time, this is what this game was supposed to be, a pitcher's duel and timely offense. Round 1 to the Baby Backs.
Go Cubs!
Waiting room...
I am in line right now..
by cozmotaylor on Oct 4, 2007 9:37 AM CDT reply actions
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