Overflow Thread 1: NLDS Game #3, Cubs vs. Dodgers, Saturday 10/4, 9:00 CT
by Al Yellon on Oct 4, 2008 9:45 PM CDT
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Rich Harden is one fast guy
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
Yeah the Cubs need help...
The Cubs will be great in 2008!
just looking for something
to turn the momentum….
anything
c’mon boys
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 4, 2008 9:51 PM CDT reply actions
Yawn
This team still has no interest in doing anything. Some sort of homer by fontenot would be nice
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
There we go
Somebody does something at least.
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
wow good man Fonty!!1
The Cubs will be great in 2008!
Ground ball gets through finally
and now Lee with the only fly ball so far. Another double would be sweet.
Yeah something cool.
The Cubs will be great in 2008!
make that 5-9
can everyone stop bitching about DLee…
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 4, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions
His error in game 2 has put him out of favor with a lot of people
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
derosa's error was more costly
people are just playing favorites… its asinine. DLee has been the least of our problems this series
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 4, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Agreed on all counts
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
its not just the error
he only had 90 RBIs batting 3rd for the NL team that scored the most runs
he's 5-9 in the series
complaining about a guy who is nearly the only one hitting in the entire series seems like misguided frustration
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 4, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions
absolutely...he's batting over .550
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
If the Cubs gain the lead then the LA crowd runs out the door.
The Cubs will be great in 2008!
well another basehit
Lee showed up today. Aramis needs to get a hit here
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
Yeah needs something...
The Cubs will be great in 2008!
ron darling is annowing
I hate him…
The Cubs will be great in 2008!
worst.tv.crew.ever.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Turds.
This line from a movie, television show or other piece of popular culture pretty much sums up my entire personality.
Aramis is the worst postseason hitter on the team
Soriano included, though its close.
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
He is pathetic
Carry us all year, drop us on head in the playoffs.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
Really?
Didn’t Rami tear it up in 2003?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions
No
He had one hit, the grand slam in game 4?, and that was it. He had a .193 career playoff BA going into this series.
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
Correction you were right in some respect
Had 3 homers in the FLA series, still low BA and OBP
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
How come their IF don't have holey gloves?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 9:58 PM CDT reply actions
We can't count on errors.
We need to string some hits together. Period.
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
True
but damn. a break would be nice.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions
We need some Roids or something
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
they just need to start
getting some guys on with NO OUTS
yeah
ouch, we neede that one. still a ways to go though. come on harden! spot the below speed fastball a few times and punch em out with the changeup.
WE CAN STILL DO IT! BELIEVE!
Fielder is in Milwaukee now...long drive....
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
shit....
might be awhile, I gotta go at least 120 MPH
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
me too...
that has to be someone close to milwaukee
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions
He hit a 1st inning grand slam
in our last playoff win…
"The only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them into the impossible." ~Arthur C. Clarke
especially Soriano....although his fielding is looking better....
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
You know what, though?
The Cubs are hitting this guy. They’ll get to him. Meanwhile, Harden has settled down.
i know, but here comes the top of their order, and we just haven't shown any ability to
get a clutch hit…..HOPE U R Right though
Good point
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
+1. I like the way you think.
This line from a movie, television show or other piece of popular culture pretty much sums up my entire personality.
Is there an unwritten law that Derosa has to bat down behind guys like Soto...?
Tonight? Pulling out all the stops I’d rather DeRosa be moved up…
Still with the shaking camera.
TBS YOU SUCK!!
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions
i know
but its killing me. I already have a hard enough time following the game…
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions
ramirez just wanted to hit the ball out of the park
so frusturating
He is swinging out of his shoes
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
Yep, jumping out of his shoes.
Killing us. That’s exactly who we want up and he can’t do it.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
It seems like whenever someone has a clutch HR
they said they were just trying to make contact.
Guys – just try to make contact.
No matter what happens
I will STILL Love this team with every breath in my body and every beat of my heart.
WHY? because
I BLEED CUBBIE BLUE!
(Bleed cubbie blue sounds like a great name for a Cubs fansite or something)
+ infinity
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions
absolutely.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Love the team, hate what it does to me.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
What is Harden's
velocity on his heater been so far?
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
Saw a 94.
He’s fine.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions
His control isn't great.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions
right on
totally agreed, still must be feeling injury he had before or something, hes getting through without his A stuff tonight for sure.
89-90 consistently
but touching 94 on occasion
according to the TBS gun…
pretty much nothing in between though
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 4, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions
About 90
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Oct 4, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions
I hope they can get this guy next year
that was a big free agent miss a few years ago
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
who?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Furcal
sorry
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
SS w/ back problems make me nervous.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions
poop
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions
Can't figure out if I'm watching
the Cubs or Titanic? It’s looking like the same ending
i cant believe
how many “flares” they’ve had fall
by DartmouthCubsFan on Oct 4, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions
My ESPN Radio station has mexican acordian cutting in the background--if the Cubs lose...
maybe I’ll learn a mexican song?
that sounds better than this game so far
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions
I still feel like the Cubs will win.
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
self destruction
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
hmm well that sucks
shit Fontenot is down!
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
Well thats great
Now we get Dome
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
WTF?!
You gotta be kidding me!
We throw the ball away and lose Fontenot?!
unbelieveable
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions
are you fucking kidding me?
I am STILL HEARING BOOS AND FONTENOT IS FUCKING INJURED!
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
you stay classy, LA.
ya bastages.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions
i mean, seriously,
why is it that everygame that is not on WGN or FSN everyone pisses and moans about how bad the commentators, and camera crews are? its JUST AS BAD as all the ledge jumping and trolls
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions
He's terrible..
Do you like Harold Reynolds, cwyers? I really enjoy him.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Dude, some of these guys are not fit for broadcasting.
When i watched We. game you have Darling and Gwynn on TV, their voices are both agitating in general. They know the game but they are unpleasant to lstent to as a team. They should have chosen another smooth voice to go with either Darling or Gwynn. TBS is cheap 2nd rate B.S., in my opinion.
i understand that...i dont really like it either...
but i see people pissing and moaning about it all the time. the same people that piss and moan about trolls and people being negative towards the team, its hypocrytical
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:09 PM CDT up reply actions
I hate Dick Stockton
But I’ll try to rein it back in.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:09 PM CDT up reply actions
its cool,
it just gets old seeing how many different ways people can say that they dont liek something
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions
awesome, Furcal almost kills DLee again, and now we lose our spark plug....
and we get FUKU to come back
Thats a weird looking gold glove
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
What happened to LBR?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions
may have caught his cleat in the grass...his ankle is bad...we'll see...
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Thanks.
couldn’t find the remote to unmute.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions
anyone still think the Cubs have a chance after that play
and an injured Fontenot
You log in just to do that?
Seriously? WTF.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions
CedeNO!
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions
where is Reed Johnson
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
Exactly!
"The only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them into the impossible." ~Arthur C. Clarke
Hes our Lenny Dykstra
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
Yep
Only without the giant glob of chew…
"The only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them into the impossible." ~Arthur C. Clarke
Yes because no one ever complains about Cedeno.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Um we are already in trouble
Still time to sneak out of it
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
We're in trouble
right now!!! When the Cubs have more errors than runs, it’s a problem!!!
I think he's okay
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
What's so bad about these announcers?
I’m serious. I heard a REALLY bad announcer (Ed Farmer?) on the radio for the Sox the other day…slurred speech, no emotion or expressivity at all. These guys on TV sound OK to me.
Stockton knows no ones name
and all you get from Gywnn is helium voice.
Occasionally Darling gets a word in.
In general the 3 man booth is a disaster. And Stockton = fail everytime.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Absolutely.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
What I don't understand
Is Why TBS hired the Brewers announcer and then assigned him to their games…He sounded like a total homer today. They hired the Red Sox announcer and placed him in the White Sox Series.
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Oct 4, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Last year they hired Brenly and stuck him int he AL
instead of the Cubs/Dbags series.
Turner sucks.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions
The worst part of this is that I have to watch these games with a Sox fan and a bunch or Cards fans
All of whom don’t care about their own teams when the Cubs are playing.
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
I think he meant Manny?
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
How odd
This game makes me think there is no God
by IllinoisCubs on Oct 4, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Vin Scully...
….thought it would have been fateful if Fontenot left and Kosuke came in and hit a 9th inning go ahead HR. (Take anything we could get.)
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
Not going to lie
that crossed my mind as well.
Glad he stayed in though.
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
big out
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions
Walk Manny?
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions
Manny thinks he is so cute by wearing number "99"
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
His Intentional walk pitch is 75mph!
man, this guys really have a gift
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
Jealous?
I wish we had ONE F’ING player who can produce like MANNY in the Post Season.
You’d rather have Not-Riano?
How about we have both
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
I just hate the thought of having to root for a guy like him...
…Billy Williams, Ron Santo and Ernie Banks never won a World Series but are still beloved. Where do you think Manny will rank in Dodger hearts in 40 years?
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
Be Honest, now
Really! If he had produced for your Cubs in this series instead of the choke shit we’ve seen, WOULD YOU CARE how “he’s remembered”?
Maybe not today...
….but years from now….yes. I like this team. I enjoy rooting for them. When we get there I hope it’s with “good guys”.
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
it was too high
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
exhale
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:11 PM CDT reply actions
Red Sox fans must be fuming
seeing Manny actually hustle
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
haha
“If the Dodgers can stay out of the DP..well that was the second out”
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
He should never be allowed to call another Cub game ever
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
why is it that everything manny does...
these commentators think is great? He went to second on that play and they thought it was so great.
Not me
Then again, I also hated Raymond. :-P
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Never made it through a whole episode.
Most half hour shows fail to keep my interest.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I still watch most Seinfeld shows...
Have all the DVD’s, yet still enjoy it.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Ha...
Never liked that show either.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
really? so did I
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Hey Maddy!
What ya reading these days?
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
was home at my parents for a few days...
so I was enjoying direct tv. what about you?
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Reading "The Gashouse Gang" right now..
About Dizzy Dean and the 30’s Cardinals teams…Pretty good so far.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
my email is in my profile
If you want to email about books during the off season feel free.
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Will do
and you can do the same if you feel like it.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
I used to like Manny, when Manny being Manny meant walking into the Big Monster
When it meant quitting on his team, though, he lost me
Even stuff like that coupled w/ the phrase
pissed me off.
Fonzie ever did anything like that and he’d be cruicified for being a hack… but its just “him being him”.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Fonzie doesn't have as good a postseason record.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
So?
Performance gets you off the hook for everything?
Bologna.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions
He had a few clutch with the Yank IIRC.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
here is Round 2
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions
Idiots are all over the place in Dodger land
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
that was clutch
that was a clutch performance by harden
by scarymonsters85 on Oct 4, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions
I could go for about 4
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions
HAHAHAHAHAHA!! BEAT THE GAME!!!!
MAY THE FLOODGATES OPEN FOR THE CUBBIES!!!!!!!!
Well, I'll appreciate for you to keep my zingers outta your mouth!
Dodger fans explode to find a can of corn
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions
LOL
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Yes!
Seriously, if we can get some runs, I like our chances.
This line from a movie, television show or other piece of popular culture pretty much sums up my entire personality.
Ok we get out of the big jam
LETS SCORE SOME RUNS!!!!
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
Difference from Games 1 & 2,
We didn’t give up the big inning. Now lets take back this game.
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions
dodgers leave some guys on.
hopefully we will see a change in events
Whew!
GET SOME DAMN OVERDUE RUNS YOU MISSED OPPORTUNITY MEN!
sadly true.
"The only way of finding the limits of the possible is by going beyond them into the impossible." ~Arthur C. Clarke
well done.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
A hit BEFORE 2 outs would be nice.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions
Will you get a
refund?
I can apply this years’ Playoff tix towards next year’s season tickets.
hmmm....i didn't really check. i would just assume grab a ticket for next year, but
whatever, i think i read that some of the fees were refundable, so i would assume that the ticket would be, or there might be a riot
that is better Geo
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
I am going to be pissed if they mention "The Cubs have lost every postseason game since Bartman"
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
Double!!!
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:17 PM CDT reply actions
That'll help.
Now… can we get him ovver & in?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions
thats our boy!!
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions
COME ON DAMNIT, LETS SCORE SOME RUNS
LETS GO CUBBIES!
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
Geo!
Atta boy!
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
GEO lead of double
Lets go nuts with the runs
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
Finally SOTO!
First decent post-season hit since his HR versus Arizona last year.
so far I made two predictions
2 baserunners last inning and I called the double
by scarymonsters85 on Oct 4, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions
Suddenly, I feel much better.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Two innings late but a great start. Get him in!!
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
I did
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions
it's good you're back.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Anyone else glad it Edmonds up?
I have a lot of faith in Jimmy.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:19 PM CDT reply actions
productive out.
now… get him in!!
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Yep
Let’s hang a crooked number!
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
I would take 1 run here
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:19 PM CDT reply actions
did they just call the Dodgers 2b "Fontenot?"
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
Advanced the runner at least.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Not the slightest.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Well at least we got the runner over
Time for DeRo to get him in
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Gratuitious Soto!
n/t
"In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is." - Yogi Berra
Geo not the fastest man on the planet.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Nah...he had to hold there...
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
damn
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Wow thats awful
Have to score on that
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
as much as I love Geo... fast isnt something he is
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions
TWSS
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
you know I barely and even giggled at that
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions
DEROSA ARE YOU KIDDING ME
WHY ARE YOU JUMPING ON THE FIRST PITCH
He's toast, the blown DP has him in a funk, trying too hard.
Dammit. That really was a terrible AB.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
Okay.
runner HOME from 3rd is key.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions
if the Cubs don't get Soto home...
will anyone really be surprised?
2 down
in a blink of an eye there.
come on theriot be the spark, oh but hes getting walked. can harden do it all?
WHY!?!?!?!?!?
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions
Great guy
but not a difference maker in the Playoffs…
Yes that HR in game one
was so meaningless.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Harden bunt for hit.
With that speed, not a bad idea.
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions
DeRosa showed no patience at all
You have to take some pitches.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Oct 4, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions
Shut off the TV and listen to Pat and Ron
Trust me you will be happier. Or at least as happy as you can be in the middle of the Titanic going down.
There are no more excuses, rationalizations, analysis on paper, extrapolation of regular season performance, examination of the statute of limitations on certain curses, whatever...
scratch that
they’re electing to pitch to Harden.
no runs, unless Lou dares to Pinch now
Steal home!!
; )
"In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is." - Yogi Berra
Cause Harden isn't very proficient with the bat or laying down the bunt
There are no more excuses, rationalizations, analysis on paper, extrapolation of regular season performance, examination of the statute of limitations on certain curses, whatever...
I miss Z.
Z slam.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions
this has been devistating to watch
chance after chance after chance wasted
The real mistake here was DeRo swinging at the first pitch
In my ideal world Harden walks here.
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
for Sori?
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions
hanging in there
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:23 PM CDT reply actions
I don't think it was a case of
rich harden not being able to handle the pressure as much as its a career like what, .175 pitcher facing a playoff caliber pitcher?
by scarymonsters85 on Oct 4, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions
I would love to.
But the Cubs have yet to give me a reason to.
Pretty boy can't get it done. I guess he really is just a utility player.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
I've got no gripe about this AB
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
not at all
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
Kuroda with 67 pitches...
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
brb
gotta go puke
"In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is." - Yogi Berra
true....he was taking it kind of well in game 2...he is bad,
but that dude has been through everything
he's starting to get down
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:27 PM CDT up reply actions
i am so sick of every damn text message i am getting...
i try not to rub it in when we are winning, i just walk around with a big smile, this is frustrating
Send them some mail bombs...
….they won’t bother you anymore.
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
nah, i live in DC
i am getting them from non baseball fans, really pissing me off, i know it is good natured fun, but the greeting i changed my VM to after the 2003 season should have shown people to back off
Yeah.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions
I wouldn't have done it...
but one option would have been to hit for Harden and let Demp pitch the rest….
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
yeah, drastic times...
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
I thought the same thing.
It would have been a bold and slightly crazy move.
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
I think it was in 2001
when Brenly was managing Arizona. He pinch-hit for his pitcher really early in the game and it worked out for them. I remember thinking that Baylor got outmanaged that day.
Don't think Demps could've gotten ready fast enough.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions
You had a whole IBB to Theriot and another at-bat.
And you could burn a short reliever for an at-bat or two if you have to.
Maybe
Has merit. Would’ve been really nice to get that lead off double home.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Don't agree...
2 runs and we want to keep it that close, so I don’t see the merit of taking arguably our best pitcher out in the 4th.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Its worth thinking about.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:32 PM CDT up reply actions
and I hate those DAMN towels the "Dodgers Fans" are using
this isn’t football…
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
they miss the Raiders.
"Chicago baseball fans, who are composites of scar tissue and mortifying memories..." - George F. Will
I hate the talking baby ones.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:28 PM CDT up reply actions
the Poltergeist commercial.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
That too
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Its over.
Good Luck Cubs 2009.
Hope we trade some of these losers and over-the-hill guys.
Middle relief.
One awesome leadoff player.
DeRosa nice utility backup. If he never sees the Post Season with us, it would be too soon.
I really hope you come here tomorrow and tell us how wrong you are.
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
I think he would to
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:27 PM CDT up reply actions
are you kidding me???
DeRosa has been our ONLY offense
Our middle relief is fine
We need a CLUTCH outfielder like Manny
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
We need a credible lefty bat.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Bonds?
Keeding.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Wish we had got Jason Bay.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Don't think Hendry's allowed to shop in Pittsburgh for a while yet.
Highway robbery and all that. :-P
but we need some balance in our lineup. Maybe even someone to take over Derrek’s 3 hole spot if his power continues to drop.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:35 PM CDT up reply actions
There front office is completely changed now...
But they have some good young players and may not want to deal anymore…..geez, can’t remember the last time the Cubs had a left handed bat with power.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Me neither.
I’m just so frustrated.
I don’t WANT to think about next year yet. I wanted this year to last so much longer.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, Derosa is horrible...
…oh wait he has 80% of our RBI’s
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
The roster is not really going to be changed
until they get a new owner. And who knows when that is going to happen
This roster won 97 games.
And was easily the most talented cubs team of my lifetime. They are having some serious mental problems against the dodgers, who (btw) we wouldn’t be playing if we had beaten the Brewers.
This isn’t a “new owner” “front office” problem. Hendry has been great. This is pure mental stuff. It’s the hardest thing to fix and they just need a breakthrough moment to get through it.
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
well done.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
The Bulls had trouble in the playoffs until they finally got tired of losing to Detroit
then went on to be a dynasty.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
See Red Sox-Yankees
Now look where the Red Sox are
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And where the Yankees are
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
I agree it's mental
And based off of some these players performances in the past few playoffs, some of these guys can’t handle the pressure
That's ridiculous.
These guys are fine, there are just moments that are hard to overcome. If they have a breakthrough inning today and win this game they will be over it. It’s that easy, but they haven’t had that yet.
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
plenty early...
….there was a time this year when I assumed we would win if only down 2-0. Let’s hope the groove finds the Cub bats
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
Rich Harden doesn't have his normal velocity
"What pressure should I have on me? There's no pressure on me." -- Lou Piniella (10/3/08)
TD MIZZOU
At least something is going right in my life
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D-Wash TD run
Its 38-10 now. Nebraska has no chance.
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
Remember when Nebraska was good?
"Chicago baseball fans, who are composites of scar tissue and mortifying memories..." - George F. Will
by passing the ball over the goal line.
9/14/08 - Big Z throws a no-hitter and my son attends his first Cubs game. The perfect combination.
by Scrapptastic on Oct 4, 2008 10:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Bleed...Dodger...Blue>
Thats it.
RIP THOSE DAMN DODGERS A NEW ONE CUBBIES!
if only to shut that damn TBS commentator up.
Im not gonna lie
I will root for the Dodgers after this series is over
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
...
…………yeah, me too………………
especially if the Brewers manage to dig their way out of their current hole
Since it looks like the Red Sox are gonna coast to another AL title
I want to see Manny take them down
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
I will only because
of Casey Blake. I have family who know him and his wife Abbey.
Let's take three...starting today!!
which cerrano
the one from majpor league 1 when he couldnt hit a curve or major league two when his hitting was clouded by his spiritual journey. anyone know what fonzie is reading?
How about no more politics?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Bud Selig must love the Dodgers
Why else would he give them a first round bye?
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:31 PM CDT reply actions
Good job Rich.
Eventually we are going to bust through.
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:32 PM CDT reply actions
By eventually
do you mean spring training ’09?
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:32 PM CDT up reply actions
hopefully not
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:33 PM CDT up reply actions
ok, so obviously porn starving myself isn't gettting the job done this time,
time to watch some….maybe we will get some runs then
atleast someone is
gonna score tonight
by scarymonsters85 on Oct 4, 2008 10:34 PM CDT up reply actions
At least it's with someone you love.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
TWSS
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
our turn to score some runs
"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."
by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Oct 4, 2008 10:33 PM CDT reply actions
OK
with Soriano, Fontenot, Lee…WE GOTTA SCORE!
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
you beat me Chanman!
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Ok this is the inning
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
Sori, Fonty, Lee
now is the time!
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:34 PM CDT reply actions
If Sori doesn't have a decent at bat...
well… I hope he does because we need it right now.
by ReleaseTheHounds on Oct 4, 2008 10:34 PM CDT reply actions
lead off HR
by sori, i’m calling it now
by scarymonsters85 on Oct 4, 2008 10:34 PM CDT reply actions
I hope so.
I was just going to do one of my “I call” posts:
I call that Sori doesn’t swing at the first pitch.
I call that Sori doesn’t strike out on pitches off the plate.
I call that Sori doesn’t pop up.
I call that Sori gets a home run!
pffffffffffffffffffft
Ned Coletti was 15 years old in 1969. I hardly think he was an original member of the bleacher bums….in fact, I know he wasn’t…..unless he has a twin brother that sat next to me in English class in his place. C’mon Dick…where do you get this stuff?
"This is a game to be savored, not gulped. There's time to discuss everything between pitches or between innings." -- Bill Veeck
so my friend who is an extreme yankees fans, and roots for the cubs when the yanks dont make it
asked me today "if the cubs dont win it this year, when will they ever? he wasnt being a jerk about it, and i just said, i dont know…i said when we get players that arent basketcases
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:35 PM CDT reply actions
Same question could have been made about 2004 Cards vs. 2006 Cards
The crappy version was the one that won the WS.
Also, take a second look at the 2003 Cubs. How the hell did that team get as far as they did?
Hell, look at the 2008 Angels! Best in the AL losing big time.
THE PLAYOFFS ARE A CRAPSHOT
by IllinoisCubs on Oct 4, 2008 10:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Sori first pitch swinging
could be good or bad…
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:35 PM CDT reply actions
Pull Soriano
and put in RJ!
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:36 PM CDT reply actions
Yes because this is all on him.
Jeez.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:37 PM CDT up reply actions
i'm just irritated.
sorry.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I used to
but I’m tired of his act.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Our only hope is that the score stays the same and Saito comes in to close
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
This is gonna be a long winter
Okay, just so I understand it... in your wildest fantasy, you are in hell. And you are co-running a bed and breakfast with the devil.
TBS Camera makes me think it's gone.
But it’s not
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:38 PM CDT reply actions
(Not really.) But it begs the question...
why does MLB want these games handled by this amateur operation?
its not trying to suck
its trying omething new because what we’re doing OBVIOUSLY isnt working
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:41 PM CDT up reply actions
but does the regular season mean anything right now, down 2 - 0?
no! put in johnson or something, mix it up, it isnt working
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:43 PM CDT up reply actions
It's still the same damn sport of baseball it was during the regular season...
…and Soriano is still a better hitter than Johnson! This isn’t rocket science here.
yea but,
you act like people are jackasses, he only made a suggestion, and you act all like a snarky jerk.
it isnt that out there to put in someone else in place of someone whos done nothing
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:46 PM CDT up reply actions
I am a snarky jerk.
I am not going to win the “Good Person” award here in the BCB discussion. But you’re wrong, and quite frankly the infatuation with mediocre baseball players pisses me off. Yeah, if we just had our mediocre baseball players in there instead of our good ones, we’d be a lot better off!
well, i think that alot of people are probably
sick of your attitude, your snark, and the way you come off.
im not trying to be the post police, but i do get sick of when someone talks like that when me or someone say something rational
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:54 PM CDT up reply actions
What the hell is rational about it?
Do you think that an ER surgeon should be replaced by a first-year med student when something goes wrong?
im signing off this....
sorry i called you a snarky jerk
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 11:00 PM CDT up reply actions
preacherman, let's calm down here and not call names...
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Since I have been drinking since noon
I am officially considering myself too drunk to control myself when I post. Hopefully the Cubs come back.
Your 2008 Missouri Tigers! #3/4 4-0 (0-0). Next up at Nebraska October 4th. Live on ESPN in primetime. Chase Daniel and Jeremy Maclin for Co-Heisman!
I have a belt that I'm really fond of...
…don’t know what I’ll do when it breaks.
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
Sigh.
I hate the short series. How bogus is it that everything in every other round of the playoffs and the whole regular season is a show of depth and balance but the FIRST round of the playoffs is such a crapshoot?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:39 PM CDT reply actions
They'd still get swept
in a 7 game series, although I agree on the 5 gamer.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:40 PM CDT up reply actions
maybe, but teams can come back from 2-0
in a 7 game set….it is really hard in a 5 game set
Playing like this, yes.
But I was expressing my hatred of the short series in Sept. I just felt the need to reiterate my point.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Fair enough
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:42 PM CDT up reply actions
+1
I’d rather see a shorter regular season and 7 game playoffs.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
And why all the off days in the playoffs?
They play every day for 6 months, why games every other day for a month?
Makes zero sense.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:46 PM CDT up reply actions
They need to consider shortening the regular season if they do that
It’s already ridiculous to be playing baseball the last week of October. Of course this will never happen because of the revenue that would be lost.
I agree HBCB...
Just one of the ways they’ve screwed up baseball.
by ReleaseTheHounds on Oct 4, 2008 10:41 PM CDT up reply actions
A best of 7 series is more statistically significant than a best of 5 series....
and that can be proven mathematically. But the MLB is not interested in significance.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Well, of course it's "more" significant. A 29-game series is more significant than either.
You can’t keep saying “well we just need more games.”
by Dongfang Hong on Oct 4, 2008 10:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes, but the key is whether or not it is less than the confidence level....
and that can be computed exactly.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
I also hate the whole
divison winner can’t play wildcard team from own divison thing.
Whats up with that?
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Not by that much.
If you’re really interested in figuring out which team is the best, you don’t need a playoff at all – you have the regular season results already. The whole allure of the playoffs is how short the series are.
A short series isn't significantly more luck-based than a long one.
Really, a team that drops the first three in a best of five is probably going to lose a best of seven, as well.
by Dongfang Hong on Oct 4, 2008 10:42 PM CDT up reply actions
I think you see the odds of the best team winning a best-of-seven...
…go up 2-3 percent, from a best of five. Still only about 60-65%.
Nice AB Lee!
What a fuckin’ joke.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:39 PM CDT reply actions
Lee has had a good postseason while batting
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
I'm gonna stay optimistic as long as it remains reasonable to do so.
It’s still only 2 to nothing.
Preacher makes a good point
If this team can’t even win a playoff series … when will the Cubs ever win a World Series?
This game isn’t over, and this series isn’t either. But pondering that question makes me very, very sad.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Oct 4, 2008 10:41 PM CDT reply actions
When the get some cocky guys
with talent who don’t give a shit about us and only care about themselves and winning..ala Red Sox or Yankees.
At least that is what I think…
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Oct 4, 2008 10:43 PM CDT up reply actions
it wasnt my point,
it was what someone asked me, and i didnt know what to say
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Granted, not your point
I inelegantly phrased it. Maybe “asks a good question” would be better.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Oct 4, 2008 10:46 PM CDT up reply actions
playoff GAME
not even a series!
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Lou should send a message
and pull half these assholes! They look absolutely lifeless.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:41 PM CDT reply actions
Soriano needs to go. End of story. 18 mil a year for the past 2 postseaons?
Devin Hester, you are ridiculous! -Jeff Joniak
The NL version of A Rod
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
It's still only 2-0...
We’re one hit away from tieing this game or taking the lead. It can happen. I’ve just lost all faith and don’t think it will.
Trouble brewing
about to walk Furcal…Martin & Manny loom…bet the hit & run…
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:45 PM CDT reply actions
new thread up
but I cant get link to connect grrr
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:45 PM CDT reply actions
Don't know how long it takes for the RP to warm up but Lou had better be thinking right now who he wants.
Harden does not have huge stamina
This is
the best Cubs team that I have ever seen. I spent every day following this team one way or another, and I am greatful for every thrilling moment they have gave me this summer. 2008 was a magical season that I won’t soon forget. Win or lose, I am going to sit right here and watch the rest of this season. Who’s with me?
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:45 PM CDT reply actions
I'm here
but my foot just fell asleep.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Having the rookie of the year
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:48 PM CDT up reply actions
you guys kept me entertained while I was deployed..
I am just sad to see such hopelessness in all of the people that kept it possitive all year.
they will break your heart!!!!!!!!!!!
by cubsfanbudman on Oct 4, 2008 10:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Im going to listen to the rest of the game but going to log off
I’ve had it with this game
"It's been surreal," said Cubs rookie catcher Geovany Soto, responding to a question about his unprecedented success and the team's drive to the playoffs. "Let's keep it surreal"
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 10:48 PM CDT reply actions
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2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
somewhere matt murton is laughing...
"I'm like the tide baby: I come and go as I please." --Johnny Drama
yea, bc minor leagues have been out for awhile
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on Oct 4, 2008 10:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Sori took a long time to get to that...and Theriot bobbled? Is that what I saw?
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Fonzie tried to play a carrom
but the ball didn’t carrom.
I missed what happened after that.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:49 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't think it was going to matter...
…with Furcal.
"I'm petrified of nipple chafing. Once it starts, it's a vicious circle." Andy Bernard
I REALLY WISH THE METS COULD HAVE FUCKING WON THAT LAST GAME!
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
Howry didn't want to.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
you know, or maybe we didn't rest our starters for pretty much the last week
and kill any rhythm they had….why sit all the regulars on the last day when you have 2 days rest anyways
I think Marshall is a mistake here.
The SEASON is on the line. Go to someone else for God’s sake. What are you saving them for?!
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
matchup?
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Harden isn't around anymore...maybe you missed it while you were "busy"?
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
well - listenin gto Pat & Ron didn't help
I’m going back to the TV…good luck to all!
a win is a win.
The usual "Jeez" and "oh boy"
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
I guess the "we'll play better on the road theory" is out the window.
Wait till next century…..
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
And double clutch.
I really hope he breaks that habit in the offseason.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:53 PM CDT reply actions
I hope Theriot isn't our regular SS next year.
BTW, Marshall looks good.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
That too.
Left handed hitting SS on FA market?
I could go for that.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Like I always say with Jason Marquis...
…if he was planning on doing that he probably would have by now.
I know
You’d think I’d be used to it by now too…
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions
The postseason is more about luck that skill.
Doesn’t mean anybody’s better than the Cubs, just luckier.
If luck is required
then the Cubs have no chance.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
And Will YOU come here tomorrow to say I was right?
" I really hope you come here tomorrow and tell us how wrong you are."
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
by slcathena on Oct 4, 2008 8:27 PM PDT to parent up reply reply actions actions 0 recs
I think he would to
by Madison Cub Fan on Oct 4, 2008 8:27 PM PDT to parent up reply reply actions actions 0 recs
“If it’s over, please leave”. LOSERS! The Cubs have,,,They left when the Playoffs started.
by cocknfire on Oct 4, 2008 8:27 PM PDT to parent up reply reply actions actions 0 recs
“Go away” Soriano = CHOKE!
“Shoo” – Sorry, the Cubs have done that…
you took the time to find all those posts?
wow
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
You're crowing over being right about the cubs LOSING?
Thats not fan behavior. Thats being a jackass.
Channel your inner-Ted Lilly!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Oct 4, 2008 10:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I laugh
Because I’m home on a Saturday night to watch my team and hang with my family….
This guy is home on a Saturday night because…..
He has no other things to do?
We need to string 3 or 4 hits together and get going
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
Sound familiar ???????
Last years Quotes after game 3 “But on the upswing,” said Hill, aka Mr. Glass Completely Full, “there is a lot to look forward to next year.” It’s just so demoralizing right now," DeRosa said. "It will hang with me for a while…Wow Deja Vu!!!
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