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10/6/07 Alternate game diary

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They just have to worry about today's game. Worry about tomorrow then. I hope Rich pitches his best game so far. Offense guys that is what we need. Make it easier on Rich today and get some runs. Score first and score often. Hope the crowd provides the support this team needs.

GO CUBS!!! GO CUBS!!! GO CUBS!!!

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Real good sign for the Cubbies
So I'm sitting there, watching ASU plod their way through another 1st quarter against WSU, and just cracked open my first annual Sam Adams "Octerberfest" of the year, which is traditional for me this time every year and just smelled the succulant aroma it sends off to greet it's owner, when a knock on the door interrupts my heavenly routine.

 It's UPS. With a box. Hm. I don't remember buying anything recently. I sign and shut the door holding this box.  Shake. very light. Is it my birthday? No, not for another month.

 And what do I see when I lift the folds back but a Cub hat! THAT'S RIGHT!!! Ofcourse!! I had completely forgotten I had ordered a Cub had 1 month ago!!! ANd it just now comes today, of all days?? How had I forgotten I ordered a Cub hat? Oh that's right, that's about the time I started into Bears mode.

 Apparently it got lost and there's a note saying how sorry they are and to call a UPS CSR to find out more information. I've never been so happy to receive a package a month late.

 And it's a fitted hat. and it fits perfectly. Oh what a day. The Cubs will not lose today. It's fate.

by lemon20pie on Oct 6, 2007 4:42 PM CDT reply actions  

If the Cubs
come out blazing do not take that sucker off. OK?
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

If they come out blazing
 and win today. I'm sleeping with the sucker tonight.

by lemon20pie on Oct 6, 2007 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 4:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

If the Cubs turn out to have an exceptional
play-off experience, you better be buried in the hat.
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Turns out the hat.........
.....makes a far better chew toy for my dog Ivy, than it ever made as a good luck charm.

by lemon20pie on Oct 7, 2007 12:17 AM CDT up reply actions  

excellent.
Just a few minutes, and we're on the path.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:00 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Let's not get overly dramatic
It's not a must-win game until you get eliminated.  All we need to do . . .

Oh, what?  The season is over if we lose today?

OK, then.  I guess it's a must-win.

Let's go Cubs.

The artist formerly known as JoshinLA

by Josh Timmers on Oct 6, 2007 5:02 PM CDT reply actions  

I am sooo ready for this!
I sure hope my heart holds out! The game thread isn't too bad yet, but if even one thing goes wrong, it will go down hill fast and stay there.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Are you
shitting me?
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Well
Rich got that out of the way, right? Right????
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:08 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'd rather make that mistake
on the first pitch than the last.  Just saying.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Ron is right.
They've got to stop giving Young that pitch.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:09 PM CDT reply actions  

fastballs down the middle of the plate?
Yeah, we do
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is not the start
I wanted to see.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:10 PM CDT reply actions  

my bro-in-law is in SRO
on the RF side about in the middle. He says he can see everything really good.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:13 PM CDT reply actions  

and the "main list"
is already wallowing.  sheesh.

Cmon, Hill!

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Those mainlisters.....
when will they ever learn lol... Go Cubs!
n/t

by LT on Oct 6, 2007 5:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

There is a lot more than
a lot of game left. Heck it's just started! Plenty of time for Rich to settle in. He is all ready looking better.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:15 PM CDT reply actions  

I am SO F' ING TIRED of listening to Stock-TONE
Can someone link me to something better on the web?

Thanks.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:16 PM CDT reply actions  

cmon, HILL!
let's go let's go let's go!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:16 PM CDT reply actions  

the WGN feed
is WAY off the TBS HD feed.  No way to listen to Pat and Ron and watch.  They called the HR before I even saw the pitch.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Come on Rich.
Pull it together.... and maybe not.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:18 PM CDT reply actions  

yow.
the crowd... not so much with the happy...

Hill needs to relax.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:19 PM CDT reply actions  

This
is depressing.

But our secret weapon, Livan Hernandez, has yet to take the mound.

The artist formerly known as JoshinLA

by Josh Timmers on Oct 6, 2007 5:19 PM CDT reply actions  

A call to the
pen already. Yikes!!!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:20 PM CDT reply actions  

I say it is premature
but better than leaving him in too long I guess.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow
he has GOT to calm down...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Minimal damage.
We can get those back. (I hope)
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:23 PM CDT reply actions  

HEY FOLKS - HELLO?
Can someone please give me a link to listen to the game on the web?

Thanks.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:24 PM CDT reply actions  

outside of MLB.com
I don't know one.  MLB.com costs.

Someone posted a link to a place where they stream the TBS feed for free, but I don't remember, and it required you to download a player.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

If I knew
of one I would post it but sadly I don't.  :-(
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

We need to hit the ball to right field
Floyd lost that ball in the sun.  I don't think Upton will be able to see anything any better out there.
The artist formerly known as JoshinLA

by Josh Timmers on Oct 6, 2007 5:24 PM CDT reply actions  

If Soriano is swinging away here
I'm going to be a little upset.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:26 PM CDT reply actions  

that's it...
work the count...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow....Soriano took a WALK....
Wow.
Wow.
Wow.
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Sori with a walk?
Holy cow!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:28 PM CDT reply actions  

If Soriano can't hit,
then I am soo happy to see him walk!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:28 PM CDT reply actions  

MAYBE
they're listening about their at-bats...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:29 PM CDT reply actions  

These guys from AZ are used to heat....
but they're not used to HUMIDITY to go with that heat....they look worn already...
(crossing fingers)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:29 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Holy Crap!!!
Darling makes Livan Hernandez Sound like Greg Maddux!!!!!
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 5:29 PM CDT reply actions  

He better not
get picked off. That would just send the crowd into a frenzy.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:30 PM CDT reply actions  

YES!
ahead of Livan again... cmon Ryan!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:30 PM CDT reply actions  

SHIT
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:31 PM CDT reply actions  

your sig line
is still priceless, lol!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah...I still laugh too! :-)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

crap
this is my first crap of the evening. I was hoping I wouldn't have to break it out so early....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:31 PM CDT reply actions  

you didn't crap
at the HR?

YES!  DLEE!

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

I was speechless
nothing to say about that!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good job D-Lee.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Hmmm
If Hill can settle down.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:32 PM CDT reply actions  

wow, that looked
WAY outside.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:32 PM CDT reply actions  

hit him!
ouch.  ouch ouch ouch.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:33 PM CDT reply actions  

Uh oh. That's
not good. Hope Cliff is ok. He's so fragile any way.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:33 PM CDT reply actions  

Eh, just a calf shot
it'll just leave a bruise
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 5:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

3-0 to ARAM
Two on!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:34 PM CDT reply actions  

and THAT
looked inside.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:35 PM CDT reply actions  

And THAT was LOOOWWW
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Rami.....HIT ONE HERE!!!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:35 PM CDT reply actions  

Crap!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:36 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Without that DP
this game is tied.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:37 PM CDT reply actions  

The pitch before that SHOULD have been
ball 4...
But that last pitch was WICKED and Aramis should have swung at it, if nothing else to protect the plate in that situation.

Argh.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:37 PM CDT reply actions  

I thought
Eric Gregg died?

He's apparently out there managing again.

That's the only way Livan Hernandez can beat us.

The artist formerly known as JoshinLA

by Josh Timmers on Oct 6, 2007 5:37 PM CDT reply actions  

Sorry
Umpiring
The artist formerly known as JoshinLA

by Josh Timmers on Oct 6, 2007 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is fun watching with my TV on mute....
F'in stock-tone....
of ALL the commentators for these games, we got the WORST of them.
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:39 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm really tired of this
"Livan Hernandez--big game pitcher" crap.  They said that five years ago in Game 7 of the World Series and Hernandez didn't make it out of the third inning.

He's been living off that giant strike zone that Eric Gregg gave him for ten years now.  He's a bad pitcher, as long as we're patient.

The artist formerly known as JoshinLA

by Josh Timmers on Oct 6, 2007 5:39 PM CDT reply actions  

These guys are in love
with the DBacks pitcher. Barf!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:39 PM CDT reply actions  

indeed.
these announcers are terrible...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm afraid to say this
but this is a big at bat.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:40 PM CDT reply actions  

I know....it's stock-tone and I am SICK of him!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:41 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Phew!
I feel better now.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:42 PM CDT reply actions  

One thing is for sure: the Cubs are gonna have to
get REALLY tough here, and really quick...
The opps are gonna be and have already been there.
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Good confidence builder
Now lets get some runs!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Out of curiousity...
why are there two game threads?

by Arbusto on Oct 6, 2007 5:45 PM CDT reply actions  

If you need to ask, then you wouldn't understand
:-)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Some people got
really sick of the main thread being overtaken by people who just get a little over the top.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

because the other thread
is full of people who think somehow that the Cubs are either completely incompetent or deliberately throwing the game.

If I never have to see "Theriot Sucks" or "Aram, you  hoser" again, I'll be happy.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Alright Cubs....go out and GET SOME now!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:45 PM CDT reply actions  

These announcers
come up with all kinds of great things to say about the DBacks. What do they have about our guys? How Rich hasn't been with the team long. How Soriano is still gimpy etc etc. Seriously!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Which is why I HATE stock-tone
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

DBACK FIELDING
comes through again!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:49 PM CDT reply actions  

a break!
also, for as annoying as 90% of the commercials are, the Aquafina one with Lou is great.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:49 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Tired of it already
Nearly every commercial break?  overplayed.

by Arbusto on Oct 6, 2007 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow.
why did we trade Ojeda again?
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:50 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah
he's going to make me break something.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

an alternate diary
for optimists right on this night?

I'm not one of the real pessimists. But, wow, how can you POSSIBLY be annoyed with anyone publicly stating doubts on this night?

I won't mind eating crow if I'm wrong. But you shouldn't be annoyed with Cubs fans who are unhappy with the last two games.

by elgato on Oct 6, 2007 5:50 PM CDT reply actions  

we're all unhappy
with how they're playing.

But "HENDRY SUCKS" isn't useful.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

You can go back over to the other thread now...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

thanks,
But when I need your permission to do something, I'll ask.

by elgato on Oct 6, 2007 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

There is a lot of difference
between aggravation and annoyance and downright rude obnoxious nonstop cussing. I mentioned this before, but these are the kind of comments that I avoid by being here instead.
I hate you Ted Lilly.
DLee you are an f-ing loser.
I am done with this team.
I can do without that kind of stupid lashing out.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

OK
I haven't been on the boards the past two games. But what YOU said makes sense. I don't want to read that stuff either.

Bluelou's condescending bullsh*t, on the other hand ...

by elgato on Oct 6, 2007 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

coming over here trying to pick a fight
won't work....sorry.

Nothing I said was condescending...

If you TAKE it that way, well that's YOUR issue. not mine.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

wasn't trying to pick a fight
I was trying to express my amazement at an optimists' diary after the last two nights.

Telling another adult what to do is pretty condescending, IMO.

by elgato on Oct 6, 2007 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't remember Ojeda playing that well
for the Cubs, did he?
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:51 PM CDT reply actions  

Well
I'm not upset about Kendall being in this game.

Let's hope Hill can get a good bunt down.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:53 PM CDT reply actions  

well, he did bunt
I don't know if it was good and JJ just didn't run fast enough, or if it was too hard and JJ couldn't have made it...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ron thinks Jones
got a bad jump.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

at some point
some of these hits are gonna drop, right?

Right?  

Man.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 5:55 PM CDT reply actions  

You gotta think
something like that.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Stock-tone drabble babble:
"so uh the Cubs uh looking to uh break the uh bad pattern they have been in..."

Geesh....

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 5:55 PM CDT reply actions  

you
can go to the other thread now ...

by elgato on Oct 6, 2007 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

why wasnt Soriano
running after that ball??? jJ wasnt there all that fast either. what is going on with this team? no life out there!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 5:59 PM CDT reply actions  

he didnt act that way
he wasn't surprised to see it laying there or anything. if i saw it laying there, i would have hopped to it!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

dunno
it's all I can think of.  I've noticed that JJ sometimes doesn't get over there as fast as he could, maybe Sori thought JJ was getting it.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

I swear, if Hill can stick this out
the bats will produce.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:01 PM CDT reply actions  

I think so too
They're working counts and taking pitches.  Making the pitcher work.

They key is to not give up on that and start hacking.  It's only 2 runs and only the third inning.

by Arbusto on Oct 6, 2007 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah!
alright!  two outs!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Stay ahead
of Ojeda, please.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes!
Got him! Good catch JJ!!!!!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

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

You could almost hear the excitement in
stock-tone's voiced right there at the possibility of another AZ HR...
And then the unhappiness that JJ caught it instead...

Anyone else hear that?

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Sorry...I'll try to quit venting about the lousy
commentators we got stuck with...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

I heard it.
but I think the whole network is biased against the Cubs.  You can see it in the promos.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

I heard it.
Good....I feel better knowing it's not just me.

:-)

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Please illustrate the bias.
Please. Ignorance, stupidity, incompetence -- yes.
But bias? Where? Illustrate, please.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

If the Cubs were up 2-0
I guarantee you wouldn't be hearing any 'perceived' bias. You'd be too happy. This is a normal feeling when one's team is sucking -- hard. "Everybody's against us."

This is the type of talk I heard years ago -- from Padres fans. ("Everybody wants the Cubs to win -- all announcers are biased.")

The 1984 ABC crew that covered that game, including the late Don Drysdale suddenly didn't sound biased when the Pads came back.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cool....Lee's 2nd hit tonight...
Make something happen here Cubs!!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:11 PM CDT reply actions  

That's not quite
the way the call went. Stockton's voice rose with the crowd, and then he peaked as JJ caught the ball.

Don't look for conspiracies where they don't exist. This game is depressing enough.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 6:12 PM CDT reply actions  

don't bring this here.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed.
Please take it elsewhere.
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Here we go!
Only 1 out, lets do something with it guys!!!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:14 PM CDT reply actions  

This has got to be it
Ramirez needs to do something.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Cmon Aram...
relax now...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Ugh
ARam what are you doing?!?!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow...hitting into a DP.
Aramis seems to be doing a Frank Thomas playoffs 2000 imitation:
going 0-fer in the opening series....

argh.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

We need a
hit here so bad. Guess not.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:17 PM CDT reply actions  

DP
Oh how I hate the DP!!!!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Ugh.
That's really bad.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh boy....
here we go with the stupidity.....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

just ignore them.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Umm...
He is like 0-11 this series
and
0-2 today with 4 LOB

by gocubs40 on Oct 6, 2007 6:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

PLEASE!
I'm not over in your thread posing stuff you don't like. Please refrain from doing that in here.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Still waiting
for the examples of /'bias against the Cubs.'\
See earlier post.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 6:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Ramirez is 0 for 11?
How does that happen?

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:20 PM CDT reply actions  

something's wrong
I don't know if he's hurt or sick or has given up in his head, or what...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Is it Hill
who has the worst run support of the team?

Is that right?

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:22 PM CDT reply actions  

lets just pretend
you didn't type that.....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

I couldn't remember who it was during the
season. Now, I guess it doesn't really matter, but they've stranded more than a few runners today.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hill was the starter
with the worst run support on the Cubs. If memory sevres me correctly from last week, I believe his run support was the 3rd worst in the NL.
I was shocked to see that there were 2 pitchers in the league with even worse run support.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wuertz in
the crowd is NOT happy.

Could Murton have gotten that fly ball?

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh please
could the show Young's homerun again and the other ones he's hit in this series. Yuck!!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Well..
There aren't many highights of the chokers to show

by gocubs40 on Oct 6, 2007 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

I asked you
above to stop. Please if you can't say anythng without calling the players names, leave.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

You cannot fault TBS
for showing game highlights. If A-Ram had 2 grand slams, if Theriot had 5 triples in the past two games, if D-Lee had a game winning double - you'd be seeing those plays when the Cubs bat.

If THIS is the so-called bias, that's incorrect.

Hate to agree with the other poster, but ARIZONA is the only team with highlights to show. Unless you want TBS to show A-Ram's K's, or the outs made with runners on base.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Please stop this.
I was being a bitch about them showing that. It's my frustration coming out. Maybe you would rather I call the players names like in the other thread. Deal with it.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Jazz man, please stop arguing....
We heard you, ok?
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Heard that....
This is the crossroads, me thinks....

If the Cubs can hold them here and pull out a win - it would be HUGE for them in a possible turnaround.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

They keep getting up 0-2
and doing this.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Good job
Wuertz. Keep it going.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:30 PM CDT reply actions  

OK.
Here we go.

DP right here.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:30 PM CDT reply actions  

good call
DP DP DP DP
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

get 'em out, boys...
one at a time.  Or two, that's fine also...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:31 PM CDT reply actions  

OMG
why isnt that turd called out????
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:33 PM CDT reply actions  

I called him out. :D
I think he was out.  I think it was close, but I think he was out.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

I dunno.
No breaks for us I guess.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

No!
Almost!

Byrnes must be pretty fast.

Was that a bad call?

Lou's got to argue. That gives the pitcher the ideas he's got confidence, no matter what.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:34 PM CDT reply actions  

He was probably safe...
But it was DeRo double clutching that ball that was the difference...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:34 PM CDT reply actions  

I called it.
The umpire just didn't want to.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:34 PM CDT reply actions  

The boo
birds sre out. I hate that.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:36 PM CDT reply actions  

I figured the booing would show up
tonight, but that wasn't the time for it. It could've been a whole lot uglier than that for Wuertz.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

well, honestly
even though I still think they botched the call, to get out of that inning with only one run scoring isn't bad.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Minimal damage done.
This is the inning when when the bats cut loose.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:36 PM CDT reply actions  

DeRosa, Jones Kendall
represent the tying runs.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:37 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

I was about to complain
about the first swing.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:40 PM CDT reply actions  

work it Jones
Work that count.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:41 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes!
Good job JJ!!!!!!!!!!!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:42 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:42 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes!
That's about perfect.

Perfect!

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:43 PM CDT reply actions  

They didn't know it was going to be bobbled
Don't want to get the first out at home
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 6:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

Jones!!!
Showing Life and excitement!!!

Come on fellas, let's do this!

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 6:43 PM CDT reply actions  

It sure
looks like he should have been sent.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Terrible call by Quade!
But nice hit JJ!!!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:43 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:44 PM CDT reply actions  

3-1
ballgame.

Who's up? Who gets to be the hero?

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:45 PM CDT reply actions  

It's a start.
Keep this train moving.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Fontenot
Hmmm...

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:45 PM CDT reply actions  

redemption time Sori
you've been working the count well.

GET A HIT!

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Hmmm....
Well, Soriano, get something done here.

I think he should not be swinging away. I don't care.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Please let the
Soriano of Sept. be the one at the plate now.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 6:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano of Sept
And THENNNNN....
he hit a flyout.

It woulda been nice to score one more run, but we'll take it.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:47 PM CDT reply actions  

Good job Sori calling time
Get to the guys head.

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:47 PM CDT reply actions  

We are on the board folks!
Lets have a 123 and get back to the hits!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:49 PM CDT reply actions  

popped him up!
yes.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:51 PM CDT reply actions  

One things to their credit.
They havent been butchering names tonight. No Qwayde, no Marmole, heck they even got Fontenot right! Only took them the better part of a week.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:52 PM CDT reply actions  

they just called ARAM
Rodreguiz...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

See
I was looking too hard for something nice to say! :-)
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

they are finally getting
Marmol right.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Whatever happens
you gotta put Marmol in there.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Well
I'm not watching. What does Marmol look like?

Ojeda makes me nervous.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 6:54 PM CDT reply actions  

they called the pitchout
a pitch too early.

Marmol is fast, but the control isn't quite there.  Walked a guy.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Aramis seems kinda out of it....no energy...
What's up wit dat?
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 6:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Crap!
That's like the closest Kendall has gotten to throwing someone out all year, and it still wasnt good enough. Crap Crap!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 6:56 PM CDT reply actions  

two walks in a row.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:56 PM CDT reply actions  

got him out
two outs!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 6:59 PM CDT reply actions  

it seems a little bit like Marmol is overthinking
he's trying to place his pitches, rather than lettin' 'em rip.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:00 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:00 PM CDT reply actions  

GOT HIM!
struck him out, even after they showed that stupid bartman clip.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:01 PM CDT reply actions  

WOOOOOO!!!
Let's get some runs now!!!!! Please!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Phew!
Again.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:01 PM CDT reply actions  

How many more times
do we have to hear about Bartman?!?! I don't hate many things, but the way these games are being broadcast is just plain bad. I do indeed HATE it.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:02 PM CDT reply actions  

This is going to be the
only game to use that footage -- did you think it wouldn't be used?

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

THAT was creepy...
that foul ball was RIGHT WHERE that Bartman fiasco happened...

And they had that tape JUST READY to roll!

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:02 PM CDT reply actions  

No kidding...I was just noticing that too.
2 hours and only halfway through the game....
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

I Think THIS is the Cubs time to get Hernandez
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

And a leadoff walk certainly helps...
COME ON LEE!!!!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

I believe
you are correct.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

I believe
Don't stop.    :-)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

walked him
excellent.  Let's get 'er now!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:05 PM CDT reply actions  

STOLEN BASE!
good fundamentals!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:06 PM CDT reply actions  

a stolen base!
good deal!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:06 PM CDT reply actions  

MAN!
shakes head
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Get in his head Theriot
Floyd calls time. Good.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:09 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Is that LEGAL for the catcher to put chalk
on his fingers?
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:11 PM CDT reply actions  

uh...
I never even though it might not be...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes
it's so the pitcher can see the signals better, I believe.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:11 PM CDT reply actions  

another walk!
ARAM... this is your moment...
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:11 PM CDT reply actions  

Walked him
if there is ever a man due it is Ramirez right now!

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:12 PM CDT reply actions  

I believe I believe I believe
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Gettin in the pitcher's head!
this is very very good!!!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Please God
let him hit one outta there.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:13 PM CDT reply actions  

The key word here is PATIENCE
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Does ARAM look different to you?
He seems... calmer.

Here's the moment!

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:14 PM CDT reply actions  

another walk!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:15 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow...that's the end of Hernadez, I fear....
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:15 PM CDT reply actions  

COOL!!! guess not....COME ON DE-ROSE!!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Finally, Ramirez gets on base.
DeRosa better come through here.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:15 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:16 PM CDT reply actions  

GET A HIT GET A HIT!!!!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh boy is this GREAAAATTT!
THIS HAS TO BE IT!!
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:16 PM CDT reply actions  

boy...
they are SCREWING with Livan!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:17 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Un - F'in' - believable...
I am SO bummed....
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:19 PM CDT reply actions  

oh, my god.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:19 PM CDT reply actions  

I will say it again
Don't swing until Hernd. proves he can throw a strike. De Rosa wanted to hit a 7-run HR.

That's a wrap, folks.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 7:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey Jazz Man....
ENOUGH of your prophetic BS. okay?

There's still four innings...

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

I taste a
Bailey's in my future.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:20 PM CDT reply actions  

It feels like the wind just got
knocked out of me. What a missed chance! crap. Not even crap anymore...shit!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:20 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

You could just FEEL the wind going out
of the Wrigley sails after that...

How do you get BASES LOADED by the gift of walks, and then hit into a DP???

Excuse me....

SHIT!

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow
I'm thinking we'll see a new pitcher for them next.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Double plays
it's like May all over again.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:22 PM CDT reply actions  

And yet.
I'm going to say it.

This game is not over.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:23 PM CDT reply actions  

This game is not over.
Word.
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

very true
stil a good chunk of game left here
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

you're right.
it feels like the 9th, but it's only the SIXTH.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

I know what they are
doing. The are going to hold them to three runs and then come back in the 9th and get 3 runs and win it.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Don't feed the Troll folks....ignore it...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

You just don't
get it do you?
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't want to feed the trolls
But:

IT'S ONLY THE 6TH INNING!!!!

They play 9, remember?

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:25 PM CDT reply actions  

that was a monster hit.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Give the Dbacks
credit. They sure can hit the ball.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Obviously, this doesn't look good
But for heaven's sake, how can anyone just give up in the 6th inning? That's just asinine.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:27 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm not giving up.
It'll happen yet.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Something definately has gone off the track
with the Cubs offense...

But they've got 4 innings to turn it around, and I believe that they can and will.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions  

They are getting on base like mad
but what can be done to score them???? Me using my fingers to direct their bats on the TV isn't working....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

me kicking my
desk isn't helping either.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

kicking my desk
oh....so THAT'S why my forehead is hurting so bad....

duh!

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

make that 3 innings
but the LOB did not increase that inning.

Trying to find a silver lining as the forks are being poked in my eyes.

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow
They kept Hernandez in. I suppose you have to, but, wow. He's been on the ropes all night.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:30 PM CDT reply actions  

he just had
a pretty dominant inning.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

huh. they left Livan in
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Ooh
Pie, hmmm. I'm not sure about that.

I can sort of see.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:32 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm not second guessing Lou
but perhaps now would be the time for a little switch activity with the batters, dontcha think?
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:33 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:33 PM CDT reply actions  

Ron just called Livan's stuff
crap, not junk, crap.

Heh.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:33 PM CDT reply actions  

I had to leave the other blog again
when you get the F-bombs flowing and "fans" accusing Dero of throwing the game, it is amazing that these folks are that angry.  They can't be fun to live or work with.

And they wonder if the players are tense?

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 7:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Welcome.
I hope none of those guys have children. I would worry about their safety if they did.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

or pets
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah,
I should have included our furry little friends.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

amazing that these folks are that angry
My personal idea of a TRUE fan is someone who believes beyond ALL shadows of doubts....

NOT just someone who's "been a fan since..."

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

I usually will
check in over there, but not tonight. Didn't even want to see it. I haven't posted over there since before the game started. Much more enjoyable here if this game can be enjoyable.....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

People like you MAKE it enjoyable Ivy.
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

oh golly...
:-) thanks!
And you make for good company here too!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah...it's all in the SIG for me... hehehe
Thanks back at ya.  :-)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

love the sig...
I just switched rooms too, trying to improve the MoJo.  we are all so superstitious.

I would stick my head in my garbage cans outside if that would guarantee a win!!

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would stick my head in my garbage cans
Sheeooooot....
I did that TWO DAYS AGO....

:-)

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would run
naked down our road for a win tonight. Trust me it wouldn't be pretty either.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol!
me too! twice if need be!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pie there does make sense.
In a not so good way. Piniella's basically conceding the inning unless Pie happens to figure out how to hit major league hitting. Now he's got his $135,000,000 dollar man leading of the 7th and he has to trust his relief.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:35 PM CDT reply actions  

De Rose took one too many steps there....
That's twice tonight that he's been just short...

I think he's throwing the game...
(I AM kidding, of course!)   :-)

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Well
perhaps Ron singing the stretch will get things going.

You gotta believe...

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Finally
Our team turned a DP! Who woulda thunk it?
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Thank you Bobby.
Good inning.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Will he
be back for the next inning?
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's a good question.
He can pitch 2. He didn't pitch that many.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh Soriano
where oh where did your swing go???
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:44 PM CDT reply actions  

He's just
a shadow of his Sept. self.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wow...the boos are REALLY noticable...
I'm not sure he deserves THAT per se, but he sure hasn't earned his dough this series...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes
Now lets see TheRiot score! Make it happen!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Okay....base hit....
perhaps NOW they can get something going???

ohpleasepohpleaseohplease

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Cmon, D.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:47 PM CDT reply actions  

"what else can ya say?"
I have to agree with them this time. Barf.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:49 PM CDT reply actions  

I hope that Sue was right...
These guys are gonna snap out if it in the 9th and win it then...

....right...???

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:50 PM CDT reply actions  

Yep they
are waiting for the 9th.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

4 DPs...
would we prefer feeble strike outs?

this is incredible.  two innings (chances) left.

I was so looking forward to scalping a ticket in Phoenix on Tuesday night.  That isn't looking likely at the moment.  :-(

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 7:51 PM CDT reply actions  

rrriiiiiiiiiiight
like Dr Evil would say it.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Had to come over here....
In the regular game thread I have heard DeRosa called a fa**.

I have heard someone say to put a hit on Soriano.

I have heard someone say they are going to change teams.

*I am going to point the first one out to Al, I mean come on.

Bleeding Cubbie Blue since 1985.

by Bricks and Ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:52 PM CDT reply actions  

I have heard
Umm....I would tend to think you have READ and not HEARD, yes?  
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

We knew
what he meant.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sue darling....I was JOKING, ya knucklehead!
:-)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

OH ok,
I got flamed on here one night for saying heard instead of read. Guess I'm just a little jumpy.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

There has to
be something wrong with a person who says those type of things. That is just so wrong.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

DeRosa called a fa**.
I've been called many things....but never a fa*...

What IS a fa* anyways?    

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Vanna White turns over the letter G
I don't understand the thought process...
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't understand the thought process
Um...certainly not with implying Derosa being gay...

I couldn't agree more.

Ain't he a big family-type guy?

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes he
is married and has a child.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

don't forget the guy
who accused DeRo of throwing the game (he's convinced!).

I can't beleive people post stuff like that, knowing there is a permanent record of it now and the player will see it if he does a Google search of his name.  Really sad that minds are that warped.

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

I guess one of
the things I think about is Al has said that Cub management reads this blog and after the Trib did an article on him I'm sure one or two players may have checked it out. All of that garbage they are saying over in the other thread to me does not reflect well on Al. I may be wrong but it just doesn't look good.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

"it doesn't reflect well on Al"?
it doesn't reflect well on those individuals who know this is a permanent record and still chose to make classless remarks like that.

to have screeners here would cost money.  freedom of speech has its good and bad side.

we are just seeing some people who don't think before they type. I don't hold that against Al.

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh no
I don't hold it against Al either. But Cubs management or players might. Just my opinion.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed LAC
It would be a lot of work, but BCB could at least have some MODERATORS though, like on other forums.

If kept in check, this type of behavior would be at a minimum if people KNEW there was someone watching them.

Course, it's usually all about money anyways....and the less hits, the less $$ for advertising.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

I almost wish this place
had TU stuff, like Dailykos. That's probably not a good idea, but it might keep that stuff away.

I do think Al should consider banning some people.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

there's a couple that he almost has to
It's his site and he can run how ever, but just think that if he does care about this site, its gotta be done.

Derogatory comments and death threats should not be permited

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

So maybe it is like FLA v Cubs
and we score 8 in the 8th after being down 3?

Maybe its our turn?

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 7:53 PM CDT reply actions  

I won't even be that greedy.
How about we beat them by 2 for good measure.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Howry dominating.
there's that.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Standing O
I hope that by the end of this the fans will stand up and give this team a hardy round of applause.  

It'll be hard... but they deserve it.

by mph3 on Oct 6, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions  

Credit is due...
but I am not expecting to see a standing O. This is a team with a winning season. A team with so many ups and downs and changes that it's surprising they are in the post season at all. Again I say that this team will grow and win more and more over the next couple of years. Many good things to come. Just not sure that a crowd of 40K is going to be able to remember that in the heat of the moment.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Standing O, standing B
I say it'll be 50/50...
Half ovation, and half boos...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

ok... two innings left...
time to make it happen.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Howry hasn't given up.
Neither have I.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Nope
not until the last out
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

time to make it happen.
Nope....it can't happen until the ninth...
Sue said so.

And that would take it as close to the wire as it could possibly get...

:-)

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:01 PM CDT reply actions  

There haven't been
very many easy wins for this team all season.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Leadoff outs...
leadoff outs...

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Grounders to short...
Grounders to short...

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Hi!
Hi guys! Sorry I am late. It's opening day of hunting season here, so I was out today. Looks like I haven't missed much.
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Sue says
they're gonna pull it out in the bottom of the 9th, so we're all just waiting.  :)
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

so we're all just waiting. :)
Yup....(click of fingernails on desktop)...

:-)

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cribbs,
here are the highlights-
-the guys were atleast a bit more patient, working the counts.
-Howry looked really good.
the low lights?
90% of the rest.......
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

So...
Almost the same story as the previous 2 games.

Ugh...

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

we almost had it
that bases loaded double-play in the fifth was heart breaking.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

double-play in the fifth was heart breaking
You mean heart CRUSHING don't you?
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

that's cool
I dont mind if we wait till the bottom of the 9th, but I would like to add a couple more runs here to at least get it close. :)
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Yep
And neither have I.

Until the last out...

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Another highlight of this season
Wood is back. Leaner, meaner, and throwing a nice fastball. Could he be the catalyst for a rally???
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:13 PM CDT reply actions  

woody throwing
98 miles an hour!  Wow!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:13 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

guh.
Well...

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Well that just
sucks donkey balls.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:15 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ugh
I hate Stephen Drew, and his crappy ass brother -- and this is coming from a lifelong FSU fan.
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:15 PM CDT reply actions  

or not
or maybe Wood just wants to make it even more dramatic of a come back. yeah. that's what it is....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:15 PM CDT reply actions  

it's going
to be a busy 9th for us now.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

I just hope our guys are
standing on the edge of the dugout and acting like they are engaged.  The way they have been sitting in the dugout and acting like this series is over is not good.  The same thing happened late in game #2 and that was not good.

They need to keep their heads in it until the last out is played.

No tomorrow...LET"S GO!!!

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

almost as annoying as this loss
is that I still don't have my Division Championship tshirts yet.  Freaking MLB.com.  The shirt I wore to the Cincy series in Wrigley has LOST IT'S MOJO!
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions  

still don't have my Division Championship tshirts
I ordered mine from FansEdge and got them right away.

They even screwed up the order and gave me free shipping to make up for it too.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

And...
Call me crazy, but I could fistfight every Cub fan in the stands right now that is booing. One at a time, of course...

Yeah, I know you're pissed -- we all are.

But we wouldn't even be playing in the playoffs if it weren't for Soriano and his September, Aramis and his year, D Lee, and the others.

And yet here, in a time when we need them most, here are these moronians booing them every time.

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:18 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'll be happy
if there isn't a riot.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Me too
But I hate it because it has become overused.

I mean, Fonz could hit a 3-run bomb, and then strike out the next at-bat, and they would boo him. I mean, what the hell do you want him to do, walk on water?

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

pretty much, yes
The other thread is rife with calls for Hendry to gut the team, and make real changes.

Except when it's rife with calls to fire Hendry.

Worst to First in the division, and they want to fire Hendry, trade Sori, and "remake the team".

I don't get it.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well I guess
we should be happy that the brainiacs over there are not running our country.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm not sure about that...
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

hmmm,
now I'm not sure I'll be able to sleep tonight. ;-)
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well
My case in point.

The Cubs -- OUR Cubs, the NL Central Champion Cibs got to leave the ballpark with the sound of boos in their ears.

I mean, honestly, is that right? The last thing Fonz remembers is boos from his last AB?

There's a time and place for it, but this ain't it.

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would never
boo our players I don't care how bad they play. Just not my style. Fonz or any of them don't deserve it.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Actually
Someone who was there can verify but there was some cheering after the booing.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Another thing
Another thing is Soriano is playing on one leg.  He might even have been out for the season if the team wasn't in contention.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

They panned to Z
Sure glad we saved him! (enter sarcasm here)

I am still split on how I feel about Lou's choice. It will be debated until spring training, so I guess I have some time to debate about it.

fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:20 PM CDT reply actions  

who knows?
he could have imploded.  We could have scored no more runs.  It could have gone into extra innings, and Marmol come on and STILL blown the game...

based on the numbers it was the right choice.  

Baseball isn't just skill.  It's luck.  No other sport is quite like it.

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Who do you pinch hit
for Wood?

Ward?

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:21 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

hhhmmm
Soto? who else is there?
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Zambrano.
save Ward for the tying run.  :-)
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hey....who all here goes to AZ in the spring?
We should meet up for some games...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Yo
I am planning on flying out for Spring Training this year. We should meet up, I am sure I would provide you with plenty more lines for signatures, haha...
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah dude....that was CLASSIS the other night...
We couldn't stop laughing....did you go back and read the ensueing posts?
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes!
I read it all the next morning, and it cracked my ass up. You guys were way too amused with that!
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm still hoping to go Tuesday. :-)
But otherwise, I will make a trip in the spring hopefully, though the last two years, I went to the final series in Vegas. That was a ton of fun.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

watch out everyone
here comes VD!!!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:24 PM CDT reply actions  

I would DEFINATELY have PH Soto here
in place of JK - he's been zilch tonight...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:25 PM CDT reply actions  

I don't second guess Lou much
but I agree with you here
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

How about a sharp line drive
back at VD. Hurt him just enough to get him out of there and someone else in.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:26 PM CDT reply actions  

And so ends Kendall's career as a Cub
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:26 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm thinking
that too.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

terrible calls from the umps
but that's the way the day has been.
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Hmmm
That's just about it isn't it.

I hate to see it end this way.

If Soriano hits a solo homerun...

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:28 PM CDT reply actions  

it's the least he could do
no wait, he all ready did that.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well - that was fun.
Not.
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Ugh
Did you just hear that? The TBS announcer said:

"The player they paid over 100 million dollars to get them over the hump, has the chance to make the final out."

While, truthful, it's tacky for an announcer to say.

And of course, there go the Boo Birds on Soriano.

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:30 PM CDT reply actions  

there. you. go.
devastating.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:30 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Sue....now I am mad...YOU LIED to us!
:-)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Ah well.
Not a good way to go.

But it's been an exciting ride.

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:30 PM CDT reply actions  

and now starts a very boring offseason
This is going to be a slow offseason.  Not much to do for Hendry.

The sale will be interesting.

At least we have the Bears.  ohhhhh.

GO BULLS!

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:31 PM CDT reply actions  

And
I would also like to say, I hope the Rockies sweeo the D-backs and make their little Augie Ejeda bobbleheads spin around.
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:31 PM CDT reply actions  

very very true phat
but not much of a consulation at the moment.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Damn, Damn, Damn
well, that's it, this sucks...
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Now is the winter of our discontent
...
Geo! (clap-clap-clap) Soto! (clap-clap-clap)

by cubzfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:31 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Should be an interesting post game show
over on Comcast
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:31 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah
buh bye TBS...big stupid heads. sorry couldn't come up with anything better.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

well, heck.
I got Dish to watch the playoffs.  I might watch the Rockies and the DBacks go throught the NLCS, the Rockies have been playing very exciting ball.

But I do have Comedy Central and Sci-Fi.

My first season on the board; does it go dormant in the off-season?

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:32 PM CDT reply actions  

nope
being a Cubs fan is a 365 day a year commitment here
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not really.
Al does a good job of keeping us supplied with stuff.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

excellent
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

when you get beat this bad
you don't lose sleep over it.

the good news is, there will be new ownership in 2008.  the BoSox won the first year with new ownership...so will we.

keep the faith.  getting thumped this bad will force management to understand that changes still need to be made.

bigger and better in 2008.

now on to football and basketball!

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:33 PM CDT reply actions  

True dat
not sure about Da Bears right now, but bring on DA Bulls!!

Right Sue?

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Right big guy.
Tues. night 7 p.m. cdt, CSN.

GO BULLS!!!

GO BEARS!!!

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Anyone else
Anyone else seriously looking forward to 08?

We have the foundation of a good team.  Hendry does some moves not a lot and we could be outstanding next year.

19 win improvement in one season is amazing if you look into it.

Boring 4 1/2 months ahead but a good boring.  We don't have to remake an entire team.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:34 PM CDT reply actions  

But I do have Comedy Central and Sci-Fi.
Sci-Fi is starting to heat up with BSG and SG Atlantis...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:34 PM CDT reply actions  

BSG
is my fav.  Isn't there a miniseries coming up?  Is it scheduled yet?

And then season 4 in January, right?

This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

All joking aside
I just found this site about 3 months ago. I really look forward to next year, and I look forward to changes that will be made, and I look forward to spending an entire season here with you fine folks. I hope to meet up with some of you in Arizona in the spring, and in Chicago next season when Mrs. Cubbie and I make our pilgrimage up there. I have really enjoyed being a part of the games here in our little Cyber-Wrigley, if you will, and chatting with you all as if we were in the same room.

Rest your nerves, because you know we are going to do it all again next season.

So it goes,
Florida Cubbie

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:34 PM CDT reply actions  

It's been
great having you and all the others to chat with too. I too am looking forward to 2008. It will be exciting for sure.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

absolutely!
:)
This is our time. THIS IS OUR YEAR!

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

ditto!!!
let's hope the Bulls make some noise!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

agreed
there is a whole lot of great things to come from this team in the next couple of years. it will be nice to go into a new season with lots of hope rather than wondering what they will do to stink it up.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Season Over
Cubs Flag is officially down until next year

by JFCubFan on Oct 6, 2007 8:36 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm going to miss Ron and Pat.
I'll be waiting for "Chicago Cubs baseball is on the air!"

phat

by phatass on Oct 6, 2007 8:37 PM CDT reply actions  

We were beaten by a better team
The Diamondbacks are a good team that outplayed it.

The Cubs were trying perhaps at times too hard.  This idiotic they weren't trying or didn't care thinking has got to stop.

I would have sent them off with cheers at the end of the game.  Yes I'm disappointed but this was an amazing turnaround in one season.  

And this is a team that is a combo of youth and guys signed for a couple of years.

I hope Soriano beats the heads in of the boobirds.  This is a guy who probably should have been out the rest of the season who came back in a pennant race and we would not be here if he didn't.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:37 PM CDT reply actions  

also, when you see the youth on
AZ and Colo, I hope the Cubs have faith in TheRiot, Soto and even Pie (hopefully he develops his bat in winter ball).

Let's invest in some more starting pitching but get a bit more youth in the starting line up.  What we saw rise to the top in the NL this year was teams with defensive speed that could chase down balls and guys who did not tighten up at the plate.

A little youth is good.  I am already focused on 2008.  this year is behind me.

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:38 PM CDT reply actions  

this year is behind me
Agreed.
And spoken like a true fan.

Word.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Watching Lou right now on Comcast
He looks exhausted
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Definitely looking forward
to keeping in touch.  Don't know if I can go to Arizona in the spring, but I'll be at some games, if I'm lucky!
Worst to First. That's progress.

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:39 PM CDT reply actions  

It breaks your heart
It breaks your heart it's designed to break your heart....... God that poem rings right now.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:41 PM CDT reply actions  

It breaks your heart
Personally, I've learned not to LET it break my heart.

Being a Chicago sports fan, you HAVE to look at it like that or you will live a short life....
No joke.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

in two games we score one run,
in two games our starter gets shelled.

As Lou said, we got out-played by a team that was playing better at this time.  Can't lose sleep over that.  

Hopefully the Cubs can cut down on these "periods of funk" in 2008.  These funks are a disaster when they occur in a short series.

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed.
"Funk periods" can kill you ANYtime, let alone in a short series.

And it's obvious - that the lack of OFFENSE - in a word, is what killed them in the end.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

MARCH 31ST
March 31st at home (FUNALLY A HOME OPENER!) against the evil Brewers.

177 days.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:42 PM CDT reply actions  

where'd you find this??
 
It WILL Happen!!!....but not this year...

by Chanman25 on Oct 6, 2007 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thanks to all
of you for being fun to chat with and for keeping it light in here. Like Lou just said this team made great strides and will do so next year too. I think we have a lot to look forward to.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:43 PM CDT reply actions  

stay warm in Chicago
or Iowa.  I'll be thinking of all of you while I stay in sunny, boring LA.  :-)

thanks for this blog alternative Sue!!

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thats how I feel
And thanks for the alternate threads sue!

I kind of had a gut feeling for awhile the 100th year anniversary was destined to be the year.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

You guys
are most welcome and thanks to Al for letting us have the game diary.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lou also complimented the PRESS
of all people....

Quite a different Lou we see these days.
He wasn't kidding that his base throwing days are behind him now.

Anyone realize that "the blow up" was the ONLY ejection this year for Lou?

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

and he knew
exactly what he was doing when that happened, too.

I think next year has great potential.

Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'll be here aaaalllllllll winter
watching Al's countdown timer like I have for the past 2 years. Waiting, wishing, and hoping.....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Waiting, wishing, and hoping.....
Personally, I prefer the word fantasizing, myself...

hehehehe   :P

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

you are
so naughty. ;-)
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Umm...
(big shit-eating grin)
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ha!
No way! Let's be honest here...

If I am to use the word "fantasizing", it's gonna involve Jessica Biel, a case of whiskey, a live meerkat, 2 bottles of pimento cheese, and a few stalks of celery.

Now that, my friend, is fantasizing...

drooling

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sue...
Don't ask...I'd really like this all to remain professional, haha...
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

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

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

a 2 iron, ice cubes.....
Anxiously awaiting the arrival of Opening Day '08

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

drool
Now, I understand the Jessica part....

But WTF is all that OTHER stuff about?
....celery???

LOL!

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Umm...
Lettuce not discuss that.

Maybe I meant here salary.

I dunno, I've been drunk for a few hours now.

Be gentle.

"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'll bet Gerald Perry is gone
(the hitting coach).  This team was too hot & cold at the plate all year.  Something new has to happen.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 8:43 PM CDT reply actions  

that, I agree with
we need a coach the hitters will listen to.
Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lou is being really diplomatic.
Commending the DBacks for good play. Not making excuses for our guys. Being pretty upbeat.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:43 PM CDT reply actions  

He's losing with class
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lou is
a class act.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

The Bears
The Bears better beat the Packers tomorrow or I might go bonkers.

by puckishcubsfan on Oct 6, 2007 8:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh Len
How I missed you during this TBS garbage!
Anxiously awaiting the arrival of Opening Day '08

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 8:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Herad THAT.
Please, dear Lord - don't ever EVER let dick stock-tone call a Cubs game again...
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hey, look
CSN has a REAL announcer.

I'm goin' out for pizza.  See you guys tomorrow!

Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Oct 6, 2007 8:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey
Err-vryone tune over and watch LSU beat the pants off the Gators!
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray

by Cribbs463 on Oct 6, 2007 8:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Wonder if Cliff is going to stay?
Read an article about him debating about retiring. I just say meh. He's not a bad guy to have around, but not really sure just how valuable he is next year.
Anxiously awaiting the arrival of Opening Day '08

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 9:00 PM CDT reply actions  

if he was smart, he could probably
survive an extra year or two as a DH in the AL.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

This bunch didn't listen to
Sarge...or Gerald Perry, why would you think are they going to listen to anybody else? Free swingers live and die by the HR.

However, JJ upped his trade value, with his great 2nd half. He's a possibility to be moved. Somebody might take a flyer on the last year of that deal. Floyd will retire. Perhaps Murton's the new RF. Pie in CF. Soto behind the plate.

Since it appears a sale isn't imminent, Hendry has to get to work -- NOW. (Oh, I forgot. A-Rod Is going to buy the Cubs.)

Another starter -- a possibility. DO NOT STAND PAT with the current roster. The 2007 White Sox are a great example. Williams did nothing, and he got what he deserved.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 9:02 PM CDT reply actions  

sale isn't imminent?
Zell has to flip the team this winter as part of the financing of the Tribune purchase.  He is a part owner of ChiSox.  He has no desire to own the Cubs and it is tax efficient to do the sale of the team all as part of the deal up front, and MLB has agreed to this.

What am I missing?

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Oct 6, 2007 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

The 2007 White Sox are a great example
Jazz man, you really should quit playing like you're the end all with everything.

Williams DID do some messing with the 2005 CHAMPION Sox and they never gat back to the playoffs.

'Nuff said.

"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 9:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Blackhawks only
down 2-1 to Detroit.

But I'm the only guy here who still cares about the NHL, I know that.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Oct 6, 2007 9:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Sue!
love the sig! Soto is the man. I had a hunger for Barrett, but just maybe, if I try really hard, Soto can fill the void. Perhaps it is a combo of hotness AND being a catcher.
Anxiously awaiting the arrival of Opening Day '08

by love the ivy on Oct 6, 2007 9:14 PM CDT reply actions  

All right ladies....
Knock it off, will ya?   hehehe
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 9:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

NO NO NO ;-)
I'd like Geovany Soto to catch for me everyday. ;-)

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

There was
the sweetest picture of Geovany in the Des Moines Register after the I Cubs season ended. It was just him all by himself sitting in the dugout reflecting about his season. I'm so happy that he has done so well the last part of the season. I liked Barrett too but Geovany is the real thing. Definitley that combination of hotness and being a good catcher.
I'd like Geovany Soto to catch for me everyday. ;-)

by sue369 on Oct 6, 2007 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Umm...I'll take GOOD catcher over hot....
You ladies can HAVE that part...    :-P
"I'm retiring to the bedroom to finish this one up. I have tried the floor, both couches, and the recliner and haven't found the lucky spot." - Cribbs463

by Bluelou on Oct 6, 2007 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

I really hope Al posts tonight
He has a very calming nature about him
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

oops, never mind
it didn't work...
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Oct 6, 2007 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

To all alternative game blog users....
Please go make the Cardinals Lovable Losers next year.
The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Oct 7, 2007 12:49 AM CDT reply actions  

I'm glad....
someone still has a sense of humor....
The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Oct 7, 2007 1:41 AM CDT up reply actions  

you have a terrible attitude
you seem to think that a manager can order his team to win, and make them win.  you seem to think that anyone who has a big contract and then has a slump is deliberately throwing the game.  you seem to think that anyone who needs some work as they rise through the ranks is a wastrel who should be traded for more experienced players.

Essentially, you want a different team.

Why don't you go root for the RedSox or something?  That'll give you the immediate gratification you want, and we'll benefit from you not being here.

Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Oct 7, 2007 11:48 AM CDT up reply actions  

Wow.....
High horse meet drewishdrewid, drewishdrewid meet high horse..........
RIP kerrysotherwife!!!!

by timeforachange on Oct 7, 2007 1:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

you must not be paying attention
this guy has accused the Cubs of doing everything possible to throw the game.

I'm not on my high-horse.  I just want him to quit being such a pain.

Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Oct 7, 2007 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Reading is a skill......
I was responding to YOUR post.

I could give a rat's ass about what he says.  "Go root for the Red Sox"?  Nice........

RIP kerrysotherwife!!!!

by timeforachange on Oct 7, 2007 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

you are an asshole
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Oct 7, 2007 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

It is.....
truly amazing how brave people become when they can hide behind their keyboard.

One resorts to name calling when they have nothing intelligent to say.  Bravo!  Bravo!

P.S.:  I stand by my original post.  Telling someone who they should root for is over the top.

RIP kerrysotherwife!!!!

by timeforachange on Oct 7, 2007 11:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

well
he keeps saying he wants to see us win at any cost.  He keeps saying we need to be mean and hungry.

I don't want the Cubs to be mean.  I don't want to win at any cost.  I want to win with THIS team.

Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Oct 7, 2007 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

I......
never said any of those things.

What I did was point out that you were, IMHO, over the top in responding to a post.  Who are you to tell someone who to root for?

Was he wrong?  Probably?  Why can't some of you let people vent?  This is a chat format.  It takes all kinds.

RIP kerrysotherwife!!!!

by timeforachange on Oct 7, 2007 11:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

This old business now,
but I couldn't let this game diary end on a note so sour. I can go into 2008 feeling good about what is to come with this team. Here's hoping for continued improvement and support of our beloved Cubbies!
Anxiously awaiting the arrival of Opening Day '08

by love the ivy on Oct 7, 2007 6:22 PM CDT reply actions  

That was completely unnecessary.
n/t
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al Yellon on Oct 8, 2007 4:39 AM CDT up reply actions  

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