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Open Thread: NLDS Game #2, Cubs vs. Diamondbacks, Thursday 10/4, 9:00 CT

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SCOTTSDALE, Arizona -- History tells us stories.

In 1984, the Cubs won the first game of the first round, then the NLCS. In fact, they won the first two games. Didn't matter -- they lost the series. In 1989, they lost the first game, won the second, then lost the series.

In 1998, they got swept. In 2003, in a similar format to this year, they lost game one to Atlanta, won game two, and won the series in five.

In this case, history tells us nothing. But if ever there were a "must-win" game in this 2007 season and postseason, it's today in Phoenix.

 Today's Starting Pitchers
Ted Lilly
 T. Lilly
Cubs		 vs. Doug Davis
 D. Davis
D'backs
15-8 W-L 13-12
3.83 ERA 4.25
174 SO 144
55 BB 95
28 HR 21
vs. Ari -- vs. Cubs
Today's pitching matchup is a rematch of a game that occurred less than six weeks ago -- a 3-1 Arizona win that turned on one bad pitch by Ted Lilly to Conor Jackson that got smacked for a two-run homer. Here's what I wrote about it at the time. Other than the HR, Lilly threw a nice game, striking out eight and walking no one in six innings. Lilly has been outstanding all season, going 10-1 in games after a Cub loss, to me the true definition of a "stopper". His control has been terrific -- with only 55 walks in 207 IP, he was among the ML leaders in fewest walks for pitchers with that many innings. In his career, he has issued only ONE walk in 66 PA to anyone currently on the Arizona roster -- to Jeff Cirillo, who isn't likely to face him tonight.

Doug Davis threw even better against a Cub offense that, at the time, was having a terrible time vs. LHP. They turned that around in September. Davis, though, has given the Cubs fits throughout his career -- he's 7-5, 3.38 lifetime vs. the Cubs, with 86 strikeouts and 30 walks in 85 innings (and Davis isn't a strikeout pitcher). Last year's poor Cub team, though, beat up on Davis, beating him 11-4 while he was still a Brewer. Key stat from that game: six walks in five innings. If the Cubs will be patient and wait Davis out, they can generate some baserunners. Of course, they did that last night, too, and failed to bring them home.

MLB.com Gameday (2007 version)

MLB.com Gameday (2006 version)

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Game tonight..
Our numbers 1-4 hitters better produce tonight, especially Soriano.
"Hey-Hey! Home Run! Attaboy Ronnie!" ~ Jack Brickhouse

by ronsanto10 on Oct 4, 2007 4:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Heck 1-4, 6-8
A pissed off Lilly because he is batting 9th.  I dont care who, but someone better produce a run.

by GoCubbies34 on Oct 4, 2007 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's go........
Teddy Ballgame!
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Oct 4, 2007 4:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

In 2003
the Cubs won game 1 against the Braves. They then went back and forth until the Cubs won the series.  

by Oscarson1 on Oct 4, 2007 4:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DOUG DAVIS
...Saves children from burning buildings.

Dan

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Oct 4, 2007 4:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

K nock that crap off.
But just FYI:

Doug is single and has two children, a daughter Drew, and a son Jordan.

In his off time, he enjoys golf, chess, fishing and spending time with his kids.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doug_Davis

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Butterflies, Anybody ??
It's still 4 hours to the first pitch but the pregame jitters have hit full force.  Can't remember being more nervous about the Cubs in recent years.  Another beautiful example of how baseball can make a grown man act like a little boy.

GO CUBS GO !!!!!

If It Takes Forever ....

by wrigley1 on Oct 4, 2007 4:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I hear ya
same thing, big time.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Oct 4, 2007 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Same here.
I'm so nervous. My coworker said to me "Your acting as if they'll ask you to pinch hit tonight"
Well, I hope it doesn't come to that :)

Can't wait until first pitch! C'mon Teddy!!

by Tangled Up In Blue on Oct 4, 2007 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

But can you bunt?
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

just gotta go out there
and give them hell!
It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 4:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

His Name is Theodore Roosevelt Lilly...
I swear Cubs fans should play "hail to the chief" when he pitches.  What a great name to have if he ever decides to run for office (especially since he's a, ah-hem, lefty... he, he).  
"They (Expos fans) discovered 'boo' is pronounced the same in French as it is in English." -Harry Caray

by IowaCubs- on Oct 4, 2007 4:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

All signs point to victory.
The opening night jitters are gone. Cubs hitters are pissed off. Lilly is da man. We're gonna be happy tonight. Oh, please let us be happy tonight!

Go Cubs!!!

The Chicago Cubs: 2007 Central Division Champions

by dat cubfan daver on Oct 4, 2007 4:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DOUG DAVIS
...Looks like a crappy pornstar with that soul patch.  Idiot.

Dan

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Oct 4, 2007 4:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Is that any way
to talk about a man who saves children from burning buildings?
It's not to late to go to Soto.

by tharr on Oct 4, 2007 5:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, you're right...
...I tried that positive thinking thing, no one picked up on it, so I flipped it and tried the negative approach.  What doya think?

Dan

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Oct 4, 2007 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Dan
I give you high grades for adaptability but an F for poor spacing. If you had posted a little further down line, you would have been golden.
It's not to late to go to Soto.

by tharr on Oct 4, 2007 5:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cubs will prevail
Lilly goes 7 innings they scratch 2 runs but the Cubs will score methodically playing a solid game.
Piniella: "This is a tougher job than I thought it would be, I'm going to be honest with you."

by Ivy Walls on Oct 4, 2007 4:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I agree with Al
The Cubs' ability to be patient and take walks should be a key story line tonight.  Baserunners = pressure on Arizona.  We'll score some runs tonight and even the series.

Go Lilly, Go Lilly, Go Lilly...

by Def Kenny T on Oct 4, 2007 5:01 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yes.
Because after 163 games of NOT DOING THAT, they are going to do just that tonight.

by Ivychat on Oct 4, 2007 5:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

From Weird Science
"Why are you going to mess with a fantasy?  We know the reality!  Don't ruin a good fantasy."

by Def Kenny T on Oct 4, 2007 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Anybody read...
...Soriano's comments about how he "felt really good " at the plate last night?  In that case, I hope he feels like sh!t up there tonight.
------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 5:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

watch your language
Let's hope he feels like merde. Sounds nicer
"It's the Cubbies. There's always a vibe. It's the greatest vibe in baseball." Greg Maddux on Cub fan's optimism even after the 06 debacle.

by jessica on Oct 4, 2007 5:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's hope
we can tell right away if the Cubs will be in this game. Pitch well Ted and offense hit the damn ball tonight.

GO CUBS!!!

Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 5:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

How about an 8 run top of the 1st...
that should be enough to calm the nerves pretty well!

by eamuscatuli1881 on Oct 4, 2007 5:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

From your mouth to God's ear !!
8 in the 1st would be beautiful.
If It Takes Forever ....

by wrigley1 on Oct 4, 2007 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

A "snowman" by the Cubs should
cool things off at Holding Co BallPark.

GO Cubs!

Score early...sore often!!

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Doug Davis is the
younger, left-handed version of Steve Trachsel.

The only real difference between the two is that Doug Davis' hat actually fits on his head.

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 5:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Player of the Game:
Matt Murton!  GOD I'm anxious!
Bulls 402 ta zip... but Micheal Jordan will be held to under 200 points. - Todd O'Connor

by Lou In Blue on Oct 4, 2007 5:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Does it have to be Murton
or will any redheaded Cub do?

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 5:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

A few things reassure me
about tonight's game.
  1. I've never been at 2 games in a row and the Cubs lost both of them.
  2. The team has shown a resiliency this season. Every time it seems they're down, they rebound.
  3. Davis really is not very good. And we seem to have cast out our demons about lefties.
  4. I got tickets today over the net for the next series and I damned sure am planning on using them.
It's not to late to go to Soto.

by tharr on Oct 4, 2007 5:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well
I've never been to a game where the Cubs lost.

I'm 4-0 all time.

Some rich guy or girl spring for me to go to the rest of the games and the we'll win it all.

Also, using that logic, I blame myself for every Cub loss since I'm not there.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 6:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

You SHOULD blame yourself
Sell your house/car/first born. Take out a loan, cash out your
IRA, Insurance. Rob a bank whatever.
Get there
"It's the Cubbies. There's always a vibe. It's the greatest vibe in baseball." Greg Maddux on Cub fan's optimism even after the 06 debacle.

by jessica on Oct 4, 2007 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Are you rich?
;P

You know it tortures me Jessica.

You gotta know.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 7:00 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I probably make less money
Than any other person with Cubs season tickets. This is slightly misleading in that  can only make about 25 games nevertheless
20 years ago when I was only a few years out of college I saw that it got harder and harder to get tickets so I broke down and got what was then about 25 game weekend/holliday package
(NO NIGHT GAMES). I moved to NYC 2 years later kept the seats and eventually moved up to a full season plan. I don't care if
I have to use every vacation day and every penny of my meager income to see the Cubs. It is my obsession so I do it. So sorry
I can't be your sugar moma but try checking out what you might get for the "extra" kidney on the black market.
"It's the Cubbies. There's always a vibe. It's the greatest vibe in baseball." Greg Maddux on Cub fan's optimism even after the 06 debacle.

by jessica on Oct 4, 2007 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

C'mon Cubs!
Baserunners and timely hitting, baserunners and timely hitting...oooooohhhhhhmmmmmmmm....

Trying to be patient, remain zenlike, and rational is becoming increasing tough....

GO CUBS GO!!!!

"It's a pier 9 brawl!..."

by rrobinson on Oct 4, 2007 5:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Time for a pre-game nap . . .
. . . since the game starts at frickin' 9pm CST.  Some of us in Cub Nation (i.e., me) are major sleep pussies.  I have been in a fog all day.  That's why I'm hoping for a matchup with the Phillies in the NLCS.  EARLIER GAME TIMES!

by MikeIowa on Oct 4, 2007 5:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

A Nap?
Isn't it Miller (Old Style...insert favorite beverage here) time now in Chicagoland?

by JFCubFan on Oct 4, 2007 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's hope
some of the guys spent some time today watching video of Davis, to try and get a feel for that slow junk he throws.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Oct 4, 2007 5:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I heard that Doug Davis
wants to buy all the U.S. Americans Children maps so that they know where The Iraq and South Africa are.

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 5:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I believe you are channeling...
...Miss South Carolina?

Dan

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Oct 4, 2007 5:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The surprise twist ending of the game:
Doug Davis is Miss South Carolina!  

DUM DUM DUM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 5:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That was great...
...keep 'em comin.

Dan

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Oct 4, 2007 5:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Such as.
n/t
Your results may vary. reverendriggs.blogspot.com

by riggs on Oct 4, 2007 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Al Said
"Key stat from that game: six walks in five innings. If the Cubs will be patient and wait Davis out, they can generate some baserunners. Of course, they did that last night, too, and failed to bring them home."

But dude, if we walk than it will clog the bases.  How in the world will we score any runs?

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 5:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Can't believe Al said it's a "must win"
On the ever-so-slight chance the Cubs don't win tonight, I was all set to post in tomorrow's recap asking Al if Game 3 finally met the criteria to be a "must win"...   ;-)
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Oct 4, 2007 5:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I have to admit...
...Al, I think you stepped up your "Must Win" times this year over 2006.  But yeah, this is probably a big MUST WIN!

Dan

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Oct 4, 2007 5:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Pepper Leach says:
"Look at this f*&^in'guy."

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Soriano, to me
is icing on the cake.

I do not count on the guy to come through. But when he does, WOW!

That is why the #2 in Lou's lineup is so important - it is almost like the "top of the order" i.e., when Sori is in a "down streak" or meets up with a junk-baller, he's an automatic out.

Also, due to his injury, he is not a basestealing threat either.

In any case, I wrote last night off anyway - but tonight, I as well feel really good about their chances!

It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 5:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's go...
I have to agree with Al that this one is critical. I feel pretty confident that Lilly can do his job. That being said, how 'bout some dang run support? The 1-4 spots better come up with a hell of a lot more than 1 lousy hit if we're going to win this. And enough with the LOB, ok, guys? Let's get it done, and head back home with the series tied up!
Your results may vary. reverendriggs.blogspot.com

by riggs on Oct 4, 2007 5:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

OT but funny
Not sure if this was posted elsewhere ( Like I can go through
2,000 posts when I get to the office in the morning) but this
was sent to me by a friend who is STILL traumatized by 69
(but feeling LOTS better now)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dfz6l2n_e40

"It's the Cubbies. There's always a vibe. It's the greatest vibe in baseball." Greg Maddux on Cub fan's optimism even after the 06 debacle.

by jessica on Oct 4, 2007 5:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I am sure Ron Santo
would have been happy to do the job with a Louisville Slugger.  Hell, I lived through '69 and I would have done it too.  :-)
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yankees/Indians game coverage...
Did anyone see the Damon at-bat?  After the foul call was made, there were no replays shown of where the ball landed.  The whole time, the cameras were focused on the umpires and arguing managers.  When they finally showed replays, they had two views:the pitcher's view and a view of the foul pole where you can't even see the ball.  Horrible.

by WartburgCub on Oct 4, 2007 5:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Monday was our 'sneak' preview
of how TBS was all-grown-up now, to push the Braves aside and handle network baseball.

Some thought "Well, that was a hastily put-together production at the last minute."

Bullshit. We know know that TBS is airing these games on the cheap.

We have example after example of bad baseball broadcasting in ALL of the games that have been aired so far. Dick Stockton's total lack of preparation last night was abysmal.

TBS is a joke. By the end of this week, start googling TBS Baseball. I guarantee you the bad reviews will start popping  up.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

here's to hoping that
we BUNT the ball tonight
You gotta practice on the ugly ones to get good with the good-lookin' ones

by rustydevil on Oct 4, 2007 6:01 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Screw bunting
Let's hit some HRs!  This is Doug Davis, not Brandon Webb.

by IllinoisCubs on Oct 4, 2007 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I respectfully dissent
while I like to score home runs as much as the next guy, the likelihood of the cubs putting runs on the board like the rox do is unlikely.

we all know runs are hard to get in the playoffs, and say we can manufacture 1 or 2 more using a bunt it adds just that much pressure on the opposing pitcher that can change their game.

You gotta practice on the ugly ones to get good with the good-lookin' ones

by rustydevil on Oct 4, 2007 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lineups
Cubs
Soriano, LF
Theriot, SS
Lee, 1B
Ramirez, 3B
Murton, RF
Soto, C
DeRosa, 2B
Jones, LF
Lilly, P

D'Backs
Young, CF
Drew, SS
Byrnes, LF
Jackson, 1B
Reynolds, 3B
Snyder, C
Upton, RF
Ojeda, 2B
Davis, P

by Bruce Miles on Oct 4, 2007 6:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Murton make a name for himself tonight?
I like the idea of that
You gotta practice on the ugly ones to get good with the good-lookin' ones

by rustydevil on Oct 4, 2007 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

murton is better than floyd right now
same stats pretty much, but less playing time...I wonder what his stats would be had he played the entire year..

he better be our starting RF next season..

It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hope Matt
does very well for himself tonight. I am suprised to see my man Soto in there again tho.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

You mean Sa-to!
Let's score early & often...Go Cubs!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Typo
Jones CF, right?

by Chad on Oct 4, 2007 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh man
Lilly is batting 9th, again?!?

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lilly 9th again!
One of my favourite stories from the season about Lilly... :)

by daubs on Oct 4, 2007 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks for posting this, Bruce!
I am starting to like Lou less and less.  DeRo was on base three times last night.  He is one of our best OBP guys.  He's a .360ish NLDS hitter for his career.

And Lou moves him down to 7th!  DeRo might set a record for times LOB in this series.  I don't get it.  Que pasa?

"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Oct 4, 2007 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I feel good about Lilly
I always feel good about Lilly. I have a very very short list of things I wouldn't do for Lilly if it means him pitching a great game. The only thing he needs is a little run support. So come on big bats!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 4, 2007 6:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Typo on lineup sheet
They have to LFers on lineup sheet. Maybe it's a special alignment. I assume Jones in center.

by Bruce Miles on Oct 4, 2007 6:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Maybe Lou
is channeling Tony LaRussa.  Two left fielders will totally mystify the DBacks.  Jones and Soriano will switch off chasing balls down in center.  
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.

by CyberCyclist on Oct 4, 2007 8:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I am excited about tonights game
I think they will score more runs tonight and Lilly will get us back on track.
AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike on Oct 4, 2007 6:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

SOTO is now the starting catcher
Kendall is sitting next to other rent-a-veterans like Monroe, Trachsel, and soon to be Floyd.

Not that I don't think Kendall will not have an impact before this is over but Soto is now the starter and consider Blanco if he doesn't retire the back up next year.

Piniella: "This is a tougher job than I thought it would be, I'm going to be honest with you."

by Ivy Walls on Oct 4, 2007 6:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Agree....
Kendall will not be back.

Soto/Blanco next year.  Cheap and damn good.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good since
I just ordered his jersey today.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

ok
WHY DOES YANKS/INDIANS GET CHIP AND BOB THAT ISNT RIGHT...THEY SHOULD BE DOING OUR GAMES
LeTs SkIn DeM sNaKeS!!!

by tbizzle83 on Oct 4, 2007 6:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Because....
Chip can't stay up past 9 on weeknights.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

LOL!
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Oct 4, 2007 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol
thats great
LeTs SkIn DeM sNaKeS!!!

by tbizzle83 on Oct 4, 2007 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

...(golf clap)....
You're killin me smalls -'Ham' Porter

by TheRamZamDLEE on Oct 4, 2007 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

LOL!!!!
First time I laughed out loud at a post in a LONG time.  THANKS!

by MissouriKev on Oct 4, 2007 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It is so sweet to see the yanks suffer
BTY A-Rod 0-1 with a walk.

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 6:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I want to win but
I don't want to see the D-backs suffer.

I think they have played out of their mind all year.  All year people have thought they weren't for real and all year they kept proving people wrong.  I'm sorry but that kind of dogged determination is hard not to admire.  And I really like their young players.

And I never want to face the guy again but Brandon Webb is F-ing amazing.

I'm sorry but I think this is a good team and will be for years to come.  So today I root against them today but not when they play against the Dodgers and Giants in future.

No the Yankees have a special place in my contempt filled belly.  They over play players specifically to bankrupt other teams.  They have f-ed up baseball for 70 years and when they lose I am convinced that it makes angels smile (heavenly ones not L.A.).

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wrong!
This isn't little league, this is the NLDS.

I would love to only hear the 20+% Cub fans cheering tonight.  Let's score early and often and get the D'back crowd out of the game.

No one means "suffer" in terms of injuries or worse.  All we mean is a "hurt" in terms of lop-sided wins for the good guys--our CUBS!!

I hope Lilly has the ice water flowing in those veins tonight. Onward...

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

whatswrongwithU
i do care about the baby backs little feelings, give me a break!
"I never said most of the things I said" ~ Yogi Berra

by BigZ 4 Cy on Oct 4, 2007 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Contempt?
I have admiration. I wish the Cubs were the Yankees. In fact -- they SHOULD be the National League's version of the Yankees.

The Cubs have the money.

The Cubs have the rabid fan base.

However, the Cubs have been run by idiots for the last 50 years -- that's the difference.

The Yankees are playing within the rules, as they stand. They pay the luxury tax. Unless MLB decides to level the playing field, (as in the NFL) that's the way it goes.

Cubs fans should hope the new ownership - along with developing players -- spends money like a drunken sailor on shore leave.

Let the small markets whine -- I hear enough of that in this town. "We can't compete," "LA, Chicago and NY have an advantage." Damn right. And shame on those six teams if they are not in the hunt EVERY YEAR.

MLB seems to like things as they are. The Cubs have to exploit this in the future.

They are a major market team, they better spend like one. Let the small towns be jealous.
I don't care. I want the Cubs in -- and winning a World Series before the friggin Rockies/Diamondbacks/Marlins, et all....

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hour and a half for three innings
Looks like the Cubs game will start on tnt.
We will see some beautiful things come the fall.

by Me and Lou WS 07 on Oct 4, 2007 6:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

that
would be sweet i have TNT HD
LeTs SkIn DeM sNaKeS!!!

by tbizzle83 on Oct 4, 2007 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hope the Cubs are not as tight
as their fans.

God.  No one is talking.  You would think a playoff game was about to start.

by whatiswrongwithlarussa on Oct 4, 2007 6:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

this yankee game
might last longer than the cubs game..
It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 7:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I hope we win
Win tonight and the momentum swings back to the Cubs. It was a "must win" for D'backs last night and a must for the Cubs tonight.

Besides if the Cubs win tonight...I'll be able to sleep, i will not be upset with co-workers, family, and friends. I can kick back and enjoy life again.

Grrrrrrr

Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Oct 4, 2007 7:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Don't worry, those that don't believe
will show up as soon as something bad happens (just like last night).  I do think the vast majority of BCB'ers still believe.  

Baseball is a game of failure.  If there is one thing that this Cub team has over the many teams since WWII is that it knows how to overcome failure.  So let the negative folks post when something goes wrong...these guys have shown a GRAET ability to overcome mistakes.  I do BELIEVE they will do more of this in the days ahead.

My hope is that those who have lost faith will have no reason to post tonight.  But most importantly, whatever happens, we come out of tonight's game with a W.

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh STICK IT!
If you cannot take any negative comments about the team that I have JUST AS MUCH LOVE as you do, then YOU should get your OWN BLOG and call it ETERNAL OPTIMISTS!

And I'll be in Wrigley for BOTH weekend games where I've been going for 40 years.

It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I can handle the negatice comments
As I said, baseball is a game of failure.  I expect the negative comments and it gives me that much more pleasure when the Cubs turn it around.

The world is full of different opinions.  I believe in free speech.  Knock yourself out!  I don't need a shelterred blog.  We can all exist together.  Have you ever heard me tell you otherwise??

My only point was, that I hope there is not much for those who do get negative to get negative about.  But batters do make outs 70% of the time, etc...

We are all here for the same purpose in the end. And I hope you are there for the Cubs third victory of the series on Sunday, but let's start with the first "W" tonight, agreed?

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Go Tribe!!!
I predeicted a Cub-Tribe WS.  Tribe up 6-3 on V-Mart 2 Run HR
PIE!!!

by LilLPLancer23 on Oct 4, 2007 7:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

What if
this game isn't finished at nine? will it be on TNT?
I would not fight Jason Kendall.

by TCobb1911 on Oct 4, 2007 7:55 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Is it too late
to re-aquire Kenny Lofton?

Ole boy is killin them yanks!

You may run like mays but you hit like $#!%

by cubsirishkillme on Oct 4, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

This Yanks/Indians Game...
...ain't finishing in an hour.  What happens to the telecast of the Cubs game?

Does anyone know?

I presume what gets aired depends on where you are geographically located -- figured I'd ask, though, to see if anyone knew...

by initram on Oct 4, 2007 8:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

they put it on TNT
until the yankees game is over
It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Really?!
that would be awesome.
crush the serpent's head

by stelmodad on Oct 4, 2007 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Watching the game now and realizing TBS
won't switch. So then what?

MLB.tv won't work because of the wonderful "complete blackout restriction." Oh how I HATE blackouts.... Do you hear that MLB?

I have a feeling those of us not at the game will see an inset on TBS and follow the rest on GameDay till they switch over.

crush the serpent's head

by stelmodad on Oct 4, 2007 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Need a big night from Mr. September,,
Soriano
SORIANO! YESSSSSSSS! JIMBO!!!

by CubFaninCA on Oct 4, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

wow, i
officially miss kenny lofton.  ALOT that is...
PIE!!!

by LilLPLancer23 on Oct 4, 2007 8:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wanted: Mr. October
Some needs to step up. My prediction Matt Murton.
Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Oct 4, 2007 8:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Chip and Bob sound great
Just to make our heads explode, let's have Len and Stoney do a game!

by lancaster99 on Oct 4, 2007 8:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm pumped up as hell
and optimistic!!!
It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 8:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I love myself an old-fashioned
Yankee ass-kicking.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Oct 4, 2007 8:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i hate to do this...
go dbacks!!! i hope the snakes put a whipping on us and doug davis throws a no-no. one more thing before i'm through--i posted 5000 times before the deadline to get the ageless kenny lofton. yet again he is on fire in the playoffs--LIKE always!! go indians! ok ok i'm only kidding but gotta try to change our luck somehow. can a big cub fan in oklahoma get a toast to a monster win tonight?
Here comes the nasty leftie to shut it down in the 9th......Clay Rapada!!!!

by cubsluver22 on Oct 4, 2007 8:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Maybe you should atart some
dumbass blog about your hero the goat, that chronicles your hatred for the Cubs and even more all the "dumbass" fans that follw them to try and fool the baseball Gods into thinking you hate the Cubs and somehow bring good fortune to your FAVORITE  team?

This has been done by others though...I can't say it has worked yet.  Talk to long time and die hard Cubbie fan...Mike42.

MMMMM...Fernandos fajitas and margaritas

by Kinky Reggae on Oct 4, 2007 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

atart=start
but you can try to atart one too.
MMMMM...Fernandos fajitas and margaritas

by Kinky Reggae on Oct 4, 2007 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Every time Soriano comes to the plate
I'm going to think about the job Lofton is doing tonight for Cleveland and remember how he used to be a Cub. Lofton 4-4, Soriano 0-5. Sheesh. Please get some hits tonight Soriano so I can quit thinking about how your playing and your salary compares to Lofton's.

by teacher tom on Oct 4, 2007 8:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

That might be the reason
but not necessarily....I believe the best teams (with the exception of the whiny-voiced Tony Gwynn) have been assigned to games which are always going to be 7pEST. You'll see the crappy pbp teams fade away as there are less games, and more than likely, this team will be TBS's #1 -- I assume that is why there are 3 in the booth for this one series -- this team works all the way through, including the NLCS.

Anybody assigned to a game that starts 10EST -- isn't the #1. I'm talking about YOU, Dick Stockton.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good news for those listening to Pat and Ron...
...Dean Richards said this afternoon on WGN that they will be syncing the radio broadcast with TV tonight.  It might not be perfectly in sync, but it is supposed to be a lot better than the 10 second or so delay that we had last night!

So, turn off the sound on your tv and crank up the mighty 720 AM!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 8:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

TBS
How can a subpar network get the Div. Series?  ESPN at least has decent guys to call it, and it would be in HD.  The coverage sucks.

The top of the lineup has to produce.  Plain and simple.  Let's put last night behind us and get a split.

A Cub fan in Cardinal territory.

by FSArkCubsFan on Oct 4, 2007 8:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

TBS is in HD
And the talent level is just as equal to ESPN, IMHO.  Of course, that's not saying much.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Oct 4, 2007 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who are these decent guys ESPN has?
Not that TBS is doing such a great job, but ESPN's announcing bunch is not very good. Example- Joe Morgan, what a jerk.
n/t

by LT on Oct 4, 2007 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Reason Is $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
TBS is determined to become a 'bigger' full-service network, adding MLB to its' NBA coverage.
However, if a network is still running "Friends" re-runs in prime time....and all programs are not first run....they are still NOT a prime network.

WGN doesn't claim to be more than a "Superstation." TBS decided to drop that label and go bigger.

How are they doin?

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Yanks game started on TNT
After the first half-inning it switched back. Same will happen with the Cubs.
We will see some beautiful things come the fall.

by Me and Lou WS 07 on Oct 4, 2007 8:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Saturday ?
going to Wrigley from Des Moines..hoping to get a ticket, but not willing to spend $200,,,,ideas on where to watch the game if I don't get a ticket??

by cozmotaylor on Oct 4, 2007 8:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

id
go to harry careys but thats just me. theres many of great places to watch the game im sure the cubbie bear would be great too
LeTs SkIn DeM sNaKeS!!!

by tbizzle83 on Oct 4, 2007 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Murphys is for the Tourists
Go to Bernies, Clark & Waveland...

Someone will have tickets there.

You can be sure of that - if not - you will have a terrific time...

It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

WHO'S READY TO PRESS FISTS??
I don't know about ya'll but I am due for some serious late night vapor dancing!
MMMMM...Fernandos fajitas and margaritas

by Kinky Reggae on Oct 4, 2007 8:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The TBS HD is like WGN HD, low quality
it keeps chopping up. The broadcasters aren't too offensive but I hope the Cubs can last long enough to get the A team. The coverage isn't bad and I kind of like the lead off meter at 1st base.

by teacher tom on Oct 4, 2007 8:55 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

CUBS ON TNT
Just announced - Until end of Yankee loss.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Oct 4, 2007 8:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well my TNT
still has a movie playing. Anyone else have the same?
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't think they will break the movie
Until first pitch at 9:07pm.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Oct 4, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whew, OK.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

it officially goes over
at 10:05 ET
It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yep
"A Time to Kill" is on TNT.  On TBS they just showed the time for the Cub game to start at 10:05.
"I took an IQ test and it came back negative." -- Woody Paige

by BlueSox on Oct 4, 2007 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

it's ON!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ugh.
No TNT here.  Grrr....

by daubs on Oct 4, 2007 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yes!!!
yankees are gonna lose!
It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 8:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

its
funny its seems all three seem like they are happy that the yankees are getting smashed
LeTs SkIn DeM sNaKeS!!!

by tbizzle83 on Oct 4, 2007 8:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

you either are a yankee fan
or a yankee hater
It WILL Happen!!!

by Chanman25 on Oct 4, 2007 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I was 8 years old before I learned
that damnyankee was two words... ;)
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Oct 4, 2007 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I imagine
you have a lot of company on that score.
"I took an IQ test and it came back negative." -- Woody Paige

by BlueSox on Oct 4, 2007 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Please read my earlier
post when somebody held the Yankees in 'contempt.'

I feel just the opposite about the Yankees.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

things i dont appreciate
the cubs game starting on a channel whose tag line is, "we know drama"
How did Neifi Perez, Kevin Orie, and Jeremi Gonzalez get Rookie of the League votes in 1997?

by bgsiggy on Oct 4, 2007 9:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Darling is still
mispronouncing Marmol's name!  What's up with that??!!!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 9:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

alright
not listening to dick stockton call another baseball game again.  Watching this one on the DVR and syncing it up to the radio.
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

now WGN is BEHIND
the game.  Oy.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

it depends
what type of system you're watching it on.
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Much better sync
with the TV and the radio!  Yeah!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 9:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

SORI!
come on...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Davis' delivery
makes me cry.

by nevermind on Oct 4, 2007 9:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

SORIANO TRACKER UPDATE
0 for 6, 2K's.  Good thing he's batting leadoff, where he performs the best.
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Theriot
got it started!!!!  Let's do something early!!!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 9:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

KEEP ON TNT
I have TNT HD.  Nice hit Riot.
A Cub fan in Cardinal territory.

by FSArkCubsFan on Oct 4, 2007 9:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Won't call it
Need to.  His foot is going home then to first.
A Cub fan in Cardinal territory.

by FSArkCubsFan on Oct 4, 2007 9:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DLee
Is not having a good series.  He seems fooled during all of his ab's.
A Cub fan in Cardinal territory.

by FSArkCubsFan on Oct 4, 2007 9:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

54.40 pre-game win probability
via the baseball game simulator at Dodger Sims blog.  Vegas has pretty similiar odds too.
vr, Xei

by Xeifrank on Oct 4, 2007 9:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

why swing at THAT?
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Roll the Dice
A Cub fan in Cardinal territory.

by FSArkCubsFan on Oct 4, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Sori, D-Lee & Aram...
All look clueless at the plate.

by Reddevil on Oct 4, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

BIG 5
Soriano, JJ, Lee, Aram, and floyd, the top 5 from last night are now 1 for 23.  Theriot has more hits than all of them put together.
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

if that doesnt seem terrible
consider it's a BA of .043, worse than nearly every pitcher.
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

wow. they look terrible up there.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn!
Let's not have a repeat of last night!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 9:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Did A-Ram foul that off on the BOUNCE?
One of his worst at-bats of the year. Easily.

by ClosingTime on Oct 4, 2007 9:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

well
I was going to drink tonight, but the first old style is open.
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

*SIGH*

by Rogue 52 on Oct 4, 2007 9:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I won't be commenting much
but I have to say this -- this is a crappy Diamondbacks line up. If the Cubs cannot beat this team, they do not deserve to advance.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

if the dback score....
....i need to go buy beer
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

thank god
 I didn't finish this 30 pack last night.
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

well, we look about as bad as you can look.
guess things are likely to get better.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

there's a strike!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

alright, helped us out there.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Soriano
will not be batting leadoff in 2008.
It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 9:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I just keep telling myself
C.C struggled early, C.C struggled early...

by teacher tom on Oct 4, 2007 9:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

LOL
So I open up Cubs.com and one of the headlines is "Soriano up for Clutch Performer Award."  How do you think his chances are looking now?  How about "Soriano up for trade offers"
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Why is that
not Ramirez or DeRosa?
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's
a very good question.

phat

by phatass on Oct 4, 2007 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

focus!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

man...
Lilly needs to get his control here tonight.
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

walking two?
that's not good...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

son of a.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

At this rate....
Lou will yank Ted in the 4th with 85 pitches.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 9:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Are you serious Lilly?
Maybe if you worry about the batter instead of the guy at first neither would be on right now.

by Rogue 52 on Oct 4, 2007 9:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

the cubs just look feeble.
kinda feels like florida.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

you can see that
in 1 and 1/3 innings?
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

10 and a third.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow!
Lee just doesn't have his head in the game.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

wow, d should have had that in his sleep.
what is the deal.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

D. Lee has had a miserable series.
He's had 5 games worth of miserableness crammed into 10 innings. Yikes.

by ClosingTime on Oct 4, 2007 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow.

by Rogue 52 on Oct 4, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

D Lee brings NOTHING to the table in this series.
Terrible offense, below average defense. That error was all him.

by ClosingTime on Oct 4, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Not all him
Theriot could have made a better throw

by Neifi Puppy on Oct 4, 2007 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I guess, but it was off the ground.
If the ball hits your glove, you have to catch it. Theriot's degree of difficulty was substantially higher than Lee's.

by ClosingTime on Oct 4, 2007 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lucky they
got one out, that was the 'phantom' touch at 2B.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nope. His foot clearly
hit the tip of the bag (did he have the ball in his mitt...not sure), but he clearly touched the bag with his foot.

Let's score in the second!  I have my Penn shirt on tonight.  I expect big things from DeRo!

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes but
you don't usually see an error on a fielder's choice that might have been a DP.

by ChipSet on Oct 4, 2007 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Didn't Mark Prior walk two guys
in the first inning of the 2003 NLDS?

Early nerves.

Then he went on to have, what, a 2-hit win?

by ChipSet on Oct 4, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

it wasn't the best throw...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Unfortunately
It's still Dick Stockton and Ron Darling
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)

by cubfred on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The TNT feed says
"will be moving to TBS" though I was hoping it would stay on TNT - Dish Network has TNT in HD but not TBS.

Way to go Ted Lilly! Nice K.

And now TNT goes back to regular programming.  Too bad.

by ChipSet on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

get him here ted. come on.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

We need a close call......
to go against the Cubs and a Lou ejection.

This team is just going through the motions.

No fire.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 9:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

That was big.
Even in the first inning, that's huge. We can't let the Dbacks get ahead.
CUBS WIN! CUE THE ORCHESTRA!

by Keith on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The team isn't 'going through
...the motions.' Good pitching will make good hitters look awful A Cy Young award winner bet the Cubs last night.

If this idiot Davis pitches like an award winner -- that might mean they are pressing...but going through the motions? No. Struggling? Yes.

Last-place teams go through the motions. (With the notable exception of the Marlins.) I invite you to a Devil Rays game some day.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

GOT HIM!
bye, bye, TNT HD... sigh...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

alright.
no blood. nice work ted.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I think Murton-DeRo-Soto
Are going to have to be the ones to produce tonight.  I don't have a lot of confidence in the top of our order (besides Theriot) tonight.
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

A little disappointed
in our top four guys so far in the Post season.

DLEE is a Gold Glover.

Is he nervous, too?

It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

K!
Now settle down, Lilly, and let's get some offense going!!!!!!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

we need a three run shot or something,
just to loosen things up. d lee and ramirez look tight. soriano looks completely lost.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

There is too much fucking negativity here
All the Cardinal and White Sox fans polluting this board with their filth need to vanish.

I spit on your negativity. Ptoo!

by lancaster99 on Oct 4, 2007 9:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Whew!
Too much drama. Time for a blow out, please. Bats to life I command thee.

by teacher tom on Oct 4, 2007 9:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

We never should have traded lofton
I loved him so hard in 03
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh, give it a rest
He will be nothing by the end of that series.

by lancaster99 on Oct 4, 2007 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

wish MLB would sync up their audio
it's 10-15 seconds off.  TBS sucks....
"Who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes?"

by Jettero2112 on Oct 4, 2007 9:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

My radio is one second ahead
of my tv. I can hear the ball being caught/hit as Lilly is winding up. Its a lil off, but better than hearing Stockton and Darling. Darling sucks.
We will see some beautiful things come the fall.

by Me and Lou WS 07 on Oct 4, 2007 9:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yes!
Thunder Matt!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 9:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The lead off line
is  fucking stupid. But it's sponsored by Travelers Insurance.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

good batting!
work the count!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Davis
His delivery is so damn slow.
feels like laundry

by wally on Oct 4, 2007 9:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

YES!!!!!
SOTOOOOOOO!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I love you Soto
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

GONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SCREW THE VETERANS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!11

by Rogue 52 on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

YES!!
THE ROOKIE DOES IT!!!!

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

BANG!
FUCK YOU NEGATIVE PEOPLE!

by lancaster99 on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

completely uncalled for.
ban-able.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

SOTO!!!!! HR!!!!
Hot damn!!!!!

by deutschegirl on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

SOTO!!!
Freakin awesome!

by JakeH on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Soto
yEs!!!!! That's exactly what we needed. What a callup.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

LETS GO!
LIGHT HIM UP!!!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Say it so, Sa-to!!!
Ernie will learn how to say it soon.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Ladies and Gentlemen
Your STARTING CATCHER From now and into 2008!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

by LuisSalazar on Oct 4, 2007 9:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I want to see
this guy playing for the Cubs for a lot longer than just 2008
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:44 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

sorry....meant to be understood in that comment
He's definitely made this an easy decision what too do with Kendall this offseason

by LuisSalazar on Oct 4, 2007 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

YES!
I love this man.
feels like laundry

by wally on Oct 4, 2007 9:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh, for the love ...
of St. Peter's puckered bunghole.

Sometimes, the other team gets to play good too. It's not against the law.

Your team has a 2-0 lead. Enjoy it.

by lancaster99 on Oct 4, 2007 9:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Your negativity offends me
AWAY WITH IT! GET THEE FROM ME, SATAN!

by lancaster99 on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

YEAH BAYBEE!!!
BOY-EE!!!!!
It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 9:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hello Soto
gone...

by cozmotaylor on Oct 4, 2007 9:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Davis is rattled...
let's light him up!
"Who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes?"

by Jettero2112 on Oct 4, 2007 9:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Still Trying
to figure out Holbrook's strike zone.  Seems generous on the outside corner.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)

by cubfred on Oct 4, 2007 9:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Dammit...
Lay down the bunt!

by Reddevil on Oct 4, 2007 9:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I just don't understand it....
these are major leaguers.....square up to bunt!  

by LuisSalazar on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lilly...please execute
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 9:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I know the problem
All the positive people ponied up to go to the game, or they are enjoying themselves in a bar right now.

I'm stuck here with people who are screaming at their mothers to put more petite marshmallows in their cocoa in between innings.

by lancaster99 on Oct 4, 2007 9:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

HEY!!!
She makes a killer cocoa

by Reddevil on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Then please, leave.
No need to continue your crusade for the next 9 innings.

by Rogue 52 on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

We are in
the game diary. Feel free to join us.

Matt Murton and Geovany Soto rock!!!!

Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 4, 2007 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah lancaster, go with them
please
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Can't we all get along?
what do you expect from a guy from LA???
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What's worse..........
Negative or just plain rude.

I hate the negativity just as much as you, but I tend to ignore it instead of feeding it.

We're all Cub fans here, so enjoy it

or just log off.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think
that's worth a coupla workshops in the off-season... "Bunting, 101"
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

it's not just this team
it's been every Cubs team for as long as I can remember since Zimmer left...along with many other teams as well... turn your body to FACE the pitcher by completely squaring up and you will succeed.  it's a sacrifice, not a surprise bunt

by LuisSalazar on Oct 4, 2007 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well, that's why
Z didn't try to bunt last night.

Our pitchers are truly bunt-challenged.

UGH!

It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I love
listening to Ron.  "he holds the bat like this, and then does this"  I guess nobody told him we can't see him on the radio.
In the middle of difficulty, lies opportunity - Einstein

by cubbieblue86 on Oct 4, 2007 9:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

yeah
I mentioned that to my GF.  "Like this, he bunts like this"...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Rockies
play in Mile-High Stadium, says Ron Darling.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

And Prick Stockton
said Lilly is scheduled to come back on three days rest.  Have they looked at the schedule?
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 4, 2007 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

SORIANO TRACKER UPDATE
0 for 7, 3 K's
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

geeze.
he has GOT to get over this swinging at crap thing...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

soriano. that's in the dirt.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Oct 4, 2007 9:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Mile High Stadium?
Will someone put a gag on Ron Darling?  How long have they been playing in Coors Field?
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)

by cubfred on Oct 4, 2007 9:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Will Soriano
go 0-25 in this series?

Geesh!

It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 9:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Alfy
0 fer 7.... dude - stop hacking at bad pitches!!! You're getting paid the big bucks to produce, not swing at shit.

by bgramer on Oct 4, 2007 9:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Geez Fonzie!
0'fer in the series or what?  Hit the ball, dude!
"Who are you going to believe, me or your own eyes?"

by Jettero2112 on Oct 4, 2007 9:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Alfy
Yep - Alfalfa's gotta relax and hit the ball!

by bgramer on Oct 4, 2007 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

JOBU NEED RUM!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 4, 2007 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

LOL
haha good one
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by RightFieldSucks on Oct 4, 2007 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Okay, a positive thing is they're up by 2.
But please, what is the deal with Soriano?

by teacher tom on Oct 4, 2007 9:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I have WGN on next
to the tube.

It is the closet lag I have ever experienced with them.

Worth it, guys.

It is OCTOBER, and we're STILL PLAYING BASEBALL!!

by TheEman on Oct 4, 2007 9:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I've got it synced.....
perfectly now...

I just muted my TV...it is great.

by martyblue on Oct 4, 2007 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Fonzie
Will you at least strike out on a pitch that doesn't bounce in?  Please?
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)

by cubfred on Oct 4, 2007 9:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Ron Darling is better
on SNY NY, because he has partners that cover all of his flaws. 3 in the booth for the Mets means - he doesn't say much. Darling was awful as the lone color person on Nationals games in '05.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 4, 2007 9:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Soriano
I think AZ knows how to pitch to Soriano...give him CRAP and watch him swing.

Does he decide in advance he'll swing at WHATEVER pitch is coming next.

Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Oct 4, 2007 9:52 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

On the board!
Let's keep this going. Maybe Lilly can calm down now.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 4, 2007 9:52 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Soriano, Aramis and Lee are just comically bad.
And really, they're the ONLY three players on the roster who have been so terrible.

I don't think that I've ever seen a hitter like Soriano struggle like Soriano is struggling right now. If he comes within 2 feet of a pitch, it's a minor victory.

Same goes for Ramirez. Last at bat, he swung at two consecutive pitches that were 2 feet outside and in the dirt.

I expect this from 22-year-old Shawon Dunston. Not from world-class All-Stars like Aramis, Soriano and Lee.

by ClosingTime on Oct 4, 2007 9:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Aramis made good contact
last night...he'll be okay.  Not so sure about Alf.

by Neifi Puppy on Oct 4, 2007 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs