Open Thread: Cubs vs. Pirates, Thursday 4/10, 6:05 CT
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 2:00 PM CDT
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Chicago Cubs at Pittsburgh Pirates, Apr 10, 2008 6:05 PM CDT
[Lou] Piniella plans to swap left-hander Rich Hill and right-hander Jason Marquis in the rotation the next two days, provided Marquis -- who was sent back to the hotel with the flu Wednesday -- is well enough to start today.The Pirates tend to club lefties (.311 average and .447 slugging entering Wednesday's game) compared with right-handers (.254, .379), and Marquis had two exceptional starts against Pittsburgh early last season.
So, stay tuned... and don't be surprised if you see Marquis on the mound tonight, and Hill tomorrow in Philadelphia.
Here's something I didn't -- and you probably didn't either -- ever expect to see: Ernie Banks defending Sammy Sosa:Banks hopes Sosa can eventually be welcomed back to the Cubs' family.There are, of course, other issues that have to be resolved before Sammy can be welcomed back, but there is precedent for this with other teams:"It's going to take time," Banks said. "Maybe there is a possibility with everything changing and new leadership—new owners and stuff. I'm going to try to bridge that gap a little bit. Try to have him come back and throw out the first pitch and possibly sing 'Take Me Out To The Ball Game.' That would be a good start."
Bill Buckner, a figure of scorn in New England since his costly error on Mookie Wilson's roller in Game 6 of the 1986 World Series, was invited back to Fenway Park for a ceremonial first pitch before Tuesday's home opener with Detroit, and Red Sox fans greeted him with a prolonged ovation.Sosa says he would be amenable to throwing out a ceremonial first pitch at Wrigley Field, but he's not going to ask the Cubs.
"I don't have a problem with that," he said. "If anyone wants to find me, they know where they can find me. I'm not going to call them and say, 'Hey, I want to go up to Chicago and throw out the first pitch.' But if they call me and say they want me to do that, I will do it. I'm not going to go up there begging to throw out the first pitch. That is not me.
"Probably with the new ownership, definitely, things probably will be better. No matter what happened, all those years that I was giving to my people … all those years of glory, all those years of happiness … they cannot scratch that."
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Matt Morris has had two careers against the Cubs. He went 10-2 with a 3.18 ERA in his first 17 starts (all with St. Louis) against the Cubs - but since then he's gone 2-6 with an 8.22 ERA. Let's hope that continues tonight; Aramis Ramirez (.326/.360/.587), Derrek Lee (.355/.429/.839), Alfonso Soriano (.556/.600/1.111) and Daryle Ward (.375/.385/.583) all hit him hard.
Hill has been hit hard by Ronny Paulino (.462/.500/.769), but has handled everyone else pretty well. If it winds up being Jason Marquis tonight, he's also handled the Pirates hitters well, except for Jason Bay (.382/.450/.912, 4 doubles, a triple, 4 HR, 5 walks in 39 PA).
Tonight's game is on WGN and FSN Pittsburgh, so it's available on Extra Innings if you don't have WGN. For other info check ther MLB.com Mediacenter.
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When will we who's starting for the Cubs?
Old Style is the nectar of life.
by Mordecai on Apr 10, 2008 2:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Should be: When will we know who's starting for the Cubs?
Old Style is the nectar of life.
by Mordecai on Apr 10, 2008 2:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Possibly
when Bruce chimes in, or the game goes up on GameDay.
"Just because you've had enough/ doesn't mean you wanted too much." -Dean Young
by Kegler on Apr 10, 2008 2:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Prediction
Matt Morris does not finish the 4th inning. Light him up.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 10, 2008 2:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nostrodomus is alive
And a Cubs Fan!
Aramis Ramirez- NL MVP
Kosuke Fukudome- NL ROY
Carlos Marmol- Rolaids Relief Man
by sheamcmurray on Apr 10, 2008 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The writer
Bill Bryson, whose dad was a pretty big sportswriter for the Des Moines Register in the '50s, sometimes traveled with his old man to ballgames at Wrigley and other parks. Bryson has written that Ernie was the nicest man he has ever met, and I believe him. Too bad that Sammy seems to me the Anti-Ernie, where everything is always about him: what HE gave, what HE accomplished, how HE acts, etc. Please. Enough. Make him stop. Hopefully St. Banks can find another, more worthy cause.
"Just because you've had enough/ doesn't mean you wanted too much." -Dean Young
by Kegler on Apr 10, 2008 2:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Id applaud Sammy
He was a large part of my teens.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 10, 2008 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Me too
Now Prior, on the other hand...
by dr stabbingworth on Apr 10, 2008 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sammy
Sammy is a big part of why I became fo Cubs fan. From the first game I attended in '96 sitting next to the lady who gave us tickets since their friends could make it screaming SAMMY each time she laid eyes on him to his enthusiasitic sprint out to right field he was entertaining and a solid contributot to the club. The HR race with Mcgwire was one of the most exciting things to witness. It ended badly, for sure. But time heals all wounds and I thing it would be great to bring him back. I still wear my Sosa jersey with pride.
by sdurst on Apr 10, 2008 2:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good news
the Brewers just lost again.
by santo4hof on Apr 10, 2008 2:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm torn
I like watching Prince Fielder struggle because they need him. Too bad he's on my fantasy team.
by dr stabbingworth on Apr 10, 2008 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fielder's pants
were long today. Maybe someone showed him what he looked like in the baggy shorts.
by santo4hof on Apr 10, 2008 3:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fielder
Zero HR.... he'll be coming off that diet any minute now.
FU-KU-DOH-MEH! clap, clap, clap-clap-clap!!!!
by tony412 on Apr 10, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's huge
To me, he looks bigger than he was last year. And I know, that's saying a lot.
by montanacubby on Apr 10, 2008 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Taking the night off school
Gotta watch a Cubs game. Don't get me wrong, I love watching the play by play commentary from all of you guys. I'm an out-of-towner that has yet to purchase his gameday audio feed. So for the past week and some change I've been relying on all of you. Please don't be mad, I just think it's time for some me time. Me and the cubs... and a beer. :D Get those brooms out!
by Lou In Blue on Apr 10, 2008 2:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ernie
He seems like an exceedingly nice individual who doesn't have a bad thing to say about anyone. He's a guy i'd like to sit down with, hear about the sport, et al, but he's not the person I'd look to for objective social commentary. He just seems too nice to be critical of anyone or anything.
DmL
by dmlichte on Apr 10, 2008 2:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It's my Birthday
So I expect to be celebrating it tonight with a Cubs win. I hope they knock Matt Morris around.
by rambler19 on Apr 10, 2008 2:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Happy Birthday rambler!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 2:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks
It's too bad that birthday's don't quality as automatic days off work though...
by rambler19 on Apr 10, 2008 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nope
Been in eastern Iowa all my life. Raised here, educated here, and now I work here. Why do you ask?
by rambler19 on Apr 10, 2008 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The mascot for
Loyola Academy (the high school) and Loyola University is the Rambler
by gwood on Apr 10, 2008 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Happy Birthday
from north central Iowa.
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nittany Lions love Iowa, =D
Remember this, Sue?
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 3:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Happy Birthday...
...from Downer's Grove!
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 10, 2008 3:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and from snowy Fargo
Happy Birthday; it's also my girlfriend's birthday which is nice, but I have to do dinner and may miss the game...What's that you say? Won't they have it on in the bar? No, this is snowy Fargo (yes it's snowing)...and the UND Fightin Sioux are playing some sort of hockey contest tonight. That'll be on instead.
by montanacubby on Apr 10, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Happy Birthday!
n/t
"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 Lou In Blue on Apr 10, 2008 2:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ernie Is Right About Sammy
The worst thing Sammy did was leave the team early in the 2004 closing game of the regular season. I could get on my high horse and preach about how players shouldn't have juiced. Honestly, I can't blame the players for juicing when MLB was looking the other way. To this point, there has been no hard evidence that Sammy juiced (though I have my suspicions). He was one of the best hitters in Cubs history (whether he juiced or not) and should be honored at Wrigley Field maybe some time in 2012, when the memories of the steroids era have faded.
by memphiscub on Apr 10, 2008 2:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sammy
probably contributed quite a bit to the national popularity of the Cubs as well.
by gwood on Apr 10, 2008 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
nd helped revive baseball as a whole
The Game benefitted from his actions, even if he was juiced. To now shun him, or Mac, is hypocritical.
by sdurst on Apr 10, 2008 3:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Everywhere I remember travelling to
I'd answer the question of where I was from with "Chicago". The response was always the same... "OH!!! Sammy Sosa!"
FU-KU-DOH-MEH! clap, clap, clap-clap-clap!!!!
by tony412 on Apr 10, 2008 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think in time, a reconciliation can happen.
But it will take some years, and some perspective on the era. Don't expect it for 10 years or more.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Besides juicing and leaving early
there was that whole corked bat thing......I remember where I was and what I was doing and that I had a knot in my stomach whenever I thought about it for a long time.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 10, 2008 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So strange
now that you mention it, I also remember exactly where I was when I heard the news over the radion (didn't see the game).
How bizarre is that? Then again, I also remember exactly where I was during 2003 Game 6, Game 7, Hawkins' blown save against the Mets in 2004 . . . .
by hoosiercubbie on Apr 10, 2008 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Trough talk...
i'll forever remember laughing at what I heard in the right field upper deck men's room 6/3/03 during the third inning of the cubs-devil rays game: "And all along we thought it was steroids."
Sammy was great for the Cubs and was justly compensated for it. Every time he opens his mouth, though, I'm glad he's no longer here.
HAPPY 100th ANNIVERSARY, CUBS FANS!!!!
by section229beer on Apr 10, 2008 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Same here.
At work. In St Louis. Absolutely dreading what I was about to experience from coworkers who knew I was a Cubs fans.
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 10, 2008 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
"some time in 2012, when the memories of the steroids era have faded"
I wish 2012 would be the end of steroids, but I doubt it.
by dr stabbingworth on Apr 10, 2008 3:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Pirates may pound lefties....
but the Phillies also pounded Rich Hill in his start in Philly last year. Actually, it was Pat Burrel who did the pounding, he hit two monsters off of Hill...go ahead Lou and pick your poison.
by smitster2008 on Apr 10, 2008 2:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hills curve
had better be on. Becuase if it isnt and he gets in trouble I think Lou is gonna leave him out there for the sacrafice.
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
True
I think he will be good for 6 innings, that should be enough.
Lou is a manager but not a complete putz, Larussa sacrificed Marquis a few times, totally brutal IMO
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 10, 2008 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guess
Lieber is still good to go if Hill gets in trouble. Hopefully Hill will be on his game and go at least 7. I'm just afraid if he gets in a bases loaded no outs in the 3rd down 4 runs that Lou is gonna leave him in.....and there goes my fantasy league. But Hill is for sure capabkle of going deep in a 1 run game.
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's gonna have to
at least if Marquis ends up pitching, he is used to being sacrificed in that way
by gwood on Apr 10, 2008 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Finally
someone with public respect shows respect for Sammy...
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
by LPLancer23 on Apr 10, 2008 3:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice try, Sammy . . .
. . . .but telling the media "i'm not going to beg" is begging.
I agree that the fences need to be mended eventually, but every time Sammy opens his self-important mouth, I am reminded of why--fairly or not--he was so quickly shunned in the first place.
by hoosiercubbie on Apr 10, 2008 3:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't know
if a reporter calls Sammy up, what is he supposed to say? If he says "No comment," that sounds pretty aloof and will be written up as Sammy still holding a grudge against the Cubs.
by TC Cubby on Apr 10, 2008 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fair enough
I do think, however, that other people in that same situation would say something along the lines of "its premature to speculate," or "I'll cross that bridge when I come to it," "I'm happy to listen if they want to talk," etc . . . Some perfectly harmless cliche.
As far as I know, no one asked him to "beg," and it does seem a little petty to frame the idea of a reconcilation in those terms. And, again, reminds me why it was tough to see him sympathetically.
by hoosiercubbie on Apr 10, 2008 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He did say that
"But if they call me and say they want me to do that, I will do it." I agree that his ego is massive, but I actually think he is being honest here--he could easily have said "screw you."
by TC Cubby on Apr 10, 2008 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tribune reporters
love to twist the truth to appeal to the masses. It's funny how they consider themselves "legitimate media"
by dr stabbingworth on Apr 10, 2008 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well . . .
I don't think he could have "easily" said "screw you." That would have been controversial.
And Sammy didn't say "If they want to talk, I will listen." He said, "if they want me to do that, I will do it." There's a huge difference. To say that "I'm not going to beg" in the context of "yes I will do it" is passive-aggressively begging. Its making it clear to everyone that he wants to do it without asking for the opportunity, but then trying to deflect that by insisting he be asked.
In other words, he's not offering a open honest dialogue as a fresh start, which is what I was alluding to above. I feel that would have been the appropriate way to handle it, rather than assume everything should be forgiven and forgotten without any humility.
You are right to say that Sammy was put on the spot by a reporter, but I don't see anything here new in regards to new found humility. Was that just a reporter finding the juiciest quote? Maybe, but I guess too many years of the old Sammy makes me admittedly skeptical now.
by hoosiercubbie on Apr 10, 2008 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sounds to me
like you are criticizing him for not spouting clichés. Or more correctly, spouting the wrong clichés.
I understand your point, but I'm more in agreement with TC Cubby. Sosa is damned if he does and damned if he doesn't.
And let's not forget. Sammy is a guy who left school young and doesn't even have a high school degree--and that's the fault of MLB (and the crappy conditions of the Dominican Republic.) I think it's unfair to expect Sosa to be able to issue a press release that a PR firm would approve of.
It's a girl! Born 1-18-08. 2246 PST. 8 lbs. 1 oz.
by Josh77 on Apr 10, 2008 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
see my other post
I guess it comes down to whether one is sympathetic to Sammy or not.
And its not about the right level of education for talking to the press (which strikes me as a disingenious argument, considering how long Sammy's been in the spotlight).
by hoosiercubbie on Apr 11, 2008 8:22 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And I am "criticizing" him
for talking out of both sides of his mouth and for not showing any contrition. But, again, this is Sammy we are talking about.
by hoosiercubbie on Apr 11, 2008 8:23 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hill still
scares me. I hope he's on tonight. Dome had a quiet night last night so I'm thinking he'll have a good night.
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 3:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm still
betting the OVER tonight. Both bullpens are haggard.
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Meeks
is the only fresh arm they have and we know what he is capable of.
We at least have Lieber to turn to who could go four innings, maybe, if we needed him to. Maybe he could get one of those rare four inning saves.
by gwood on Apr 10, 2008 3:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
hmmm
Lieber or this guy: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Meeks ???
I'll take Lieber
FU-KU-DOH-MEH! clap, clap, clap-clap-clap!!!!
by tony412 on Apr 10, 2008 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So who's the best bet...
...for the first non-pitcher to take the mound?
We could send Fontenot out there. With as short as he is, it might catch the Bucs off guard when the pitch is still RISING as it crosses the plate >8)
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 10, 2008 3:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Where is Doug Dascenzo?
Now that we need him.
by santo4hof on Apr 10, 2008 4:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looks like it's Hill and Pie tonight...
... with Fonte at second.
If we have a game:
http://blogs.chicagosports.chicagotribune.com/sports_hardball/2008/04/hill-ready-to-f.html
by Slim1256 on Apr 10, 2008 3:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
A little off-topic
but how hot is Jason F'in Kendall right now?
Line: .538/.567/.731
That's one hot streak if I've ever seen one
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 3:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Kendall making Brewers pitching better too
Kendall credits LASIK surgery for his improved hitting.
by santo4hof on Apr 10, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Funny...
...laser correction didn't do a DURN THING for *my* hitting.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 10, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're an anomaly,
like Neo.
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
KPatt is OPS'ing 1.200 this year
At least before today's game.
by Jerry Mumphrey on Apr 10, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jerry, two things...
Corey got the benefit of bad defense, and even worse relief pitching up in Milwaukee to inflate those stats. His at-bats have not looked that great.
That said, I did see him walk on 4 straight pitches last week. I had to look out the windows to check if pigs were flying.
by Damen Jackson on Apr 10, 2008 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Corey looked lost in 5 AB today
I think 4 weak grounders to 2B
by santo4hof on Apr 10, 2008 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's the Corey..
I've been seeing.
by Damen Jackson on Apr 10, 2008 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That Kendall is soooo hot right now...
"I got a PBS mind in an MTV world"...Jimmy Buffett
by The Ryno and I Know on Apr 10, 2008 4:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If Hill does start tonight...
he had better be throwing strikes...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 3:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hill needs to step up
He may be in a more tenuous situation then people care to admit. If he doesn't start throwing strikes I will not be surprised to see him shuffled to the bullpen for awhile.
by MDBNIU on Apr 10, 2008 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Uh,
he pitched pretty good last game, he just didn't get run support. 6 IP with 2 earned isn't horrible, dude. That's actually pretty damn good. And when was the last time Hill was in a reserve role? He's only pitched 10 and a third innings as a reliever, and he was horrible at it(6.10 ERA).
Do you make these arguments as you type?
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My "throwing strikes" comment...
was meant so as to hopefully get 5 innings in before the rain starts.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was talking about MDBNIU
I like to think it's an acronym for More Demeaning, Berating, Negligible & Insinuating Utterances
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 4:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lost on the Sammy Drama???????
After having moved from LA to Chi a year & a half ago, I'm a little lost of the whole Sammy drama. I know he left a game early & lied about it, but so did Randy Moss & he was never crucified as bad as Sammy.. I also know in '98 Sammy & Big Mac together made baseball relevant after the lockout.. Being latin myself, I also know Sammy has a temper & is a hot head.. Anybody out there have any more fuel to this fire...As an outsider it seems like people need to get over it & move on.....
~md
by Cali2Chi on Apr 10, 2008 4:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Steroids??? You have proof
I wasn't aware he failed a drug test.
I'm not naive to think he was clean. I'm like the rest of the world we have our suspicions but nothing concrete no needles, no failed tests, no Mitchell report no nothing...
~md
by Cali2Chi on Apr 10, 2008 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well...I don't like to judge anyone without proof...
but...Hill's looks a little bigger this year if you ask me.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dude, come on
and...
You can attribute his muscle size to the fact that he might have been a gym rat, and worked out until he couldn't lift his arms, which I could see that happen. But take a look at his freakin' head. That's the biggest head I've ever seen in my damn life. You can't naturally increase your head size from just working out, that guy took something.
If you want to see how a player naturally develops, take a look at Frank Thomas. That is a just a huge guy to begin with, and he developed naturally. And just take a look as Sosa's rookie card!! HONESTLY!
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what one of us
refused to go to games, walked out of the stadium, would not watch on TV during the home run race. Not me. I went to the games, watched the games and kept my own HR tally. Did anyone genuinely believe the size and strength was all natural? I'm not condoing what he - and MANY others - did. but we all went along for the ride.
by sdurst on Apr 10, 2008 4:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm not naive
to think he was clean, but I wasn't aware of any concrete evidence Just suspicions. To me baseball is entertainment. Greg Maddux Vs. Randy Johnson in a 2-1 game to me is bor-ing....Now a 10-8 game is something I wanna see.
~md
by Cali2Chi on Apr 10, 2008 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can go both ways.
But in the end I want it to be a fair contest. Run what you (naturally) brought and may the best man win.
by Fukumania on Apr 10, 2008 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And I agree with sdurst. I think most of us knew something was surely up but who really cared?
by Fukumania on Apr 10, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
670 The Score says.....
Rich Hill is going to pitch but it wouldnt suprise me if they're just reading what Yahoo sports says.
FU-KU-DOH-MEH! clap, clap, clap-clap-clap!!!!
by tony412 on Apr 10, 2008 4:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hill will start.
n/t
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm sad about the whole Sammy situation. He should have retired a Cub.
by Fukumania on Apr 10, 2008 4:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I agree.
It's easy to bash Sammy now, and villainies him. IMO everyone who bashes him, that is a Cubs fan, wouldn't trade in any of the contributions he made to the team while he was here. I'm not saying everyone isn't entitled to their own opinions, but you can't tell me that Sosa had nothing to do with the overall team success in 1998 and 2003. Furthermore, you can't tell me that any Cubs fans turned their back on the team in those years because they suspected Sosa of using PEDS.
I for one am indifferent about Sammy now, but love him or hate him, the fact of the matter is Sammy Sosa is one of the all-time greats to ever put on a Chicago Cubs uniform.
by Tangled Up In Blue on Apr 10, 2008 5:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I also agree
So, who has anything but suspicions? We KNOW he had creatine in his locker. That is NOT a steroid, it is a naturally occuring chemical in muscle tissue. And the size difference? At 20, I wore a medium shirt and weighed about 135. Just from building houses and some weight training, at 26 I wore (and still do) a 2x shirt and weighed 195. NO steroids. And, I also needed a bigger hat........
I think it is a shame that hard feelings still exist towards Sammy. He did a lot of great things for this franchise. Get over it!!!
by crazymountain on Apr 10, 2008 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm glad Hill is pitching tonight
that way if the rotation stays the same, then I see him in washington instead of marquis
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 5:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Kill the Parwot
I keep getting this mental image of Keystone80435, dressed up in hunting/camouflage gear, sneaking around the PNC concourse for tonight's game with one of those old-fashioned shotguns, going up and down the aisles and muttering in his best Elmer Fudd voice...
"Kill the Parwot! Kill the Parwot!"
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
by ballhawk on Apr 10, 2008 5:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It's not really dead sir...it's just...resting.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
he has ceased to be, a drift of life he rests in peace . . .
by gwood on Apr 10, 2008 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Um...now look...now look, mate, I've definitely 'ad enough of this. That parrot is definitely deceased, and when I purchased it not 'alf an hour ago, you assured me that its total lack of movement was due to it bein' tired and shagged out following a prolonged squawk.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If I hadn't nailed him there
he would have muscled up to the bars bent them apart with his beak and . . . VOOOM!!
VOOOM?!! . . . VOOM?! This parrot wouldn't VOOM if you put 4 million volts through it.
by gwood on Apr 10, 2008 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now, go away..
or I will taunt you a second time!!! (mixing my pythons, I know...)
by davidalanu on Apr 10, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I posted the whole thing...
... in FanShots, from YouTube.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why, of course it is!
n/t
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
YES!
This is great!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lineups
Cubs
Soriano, LF
Fontenot, 2B
Lee, 1B
Ramirez, 3B
Fukudome, RF
Soto, C
Theriot, SS
Pie, CF
Hill, P
Bucs
McLouth, CF
Sanchez, 2B
Bay, LF
LaRoche, 1B
Nady, RF
Paulino, C
Bautista, 3B
Bixler, SS
Morris, P
by Bruce Miles on Apr 10, 2008 5:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sweet, thanks Bruce
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So Hill is pitching after all...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You post a lot of pics
This thread is gonna be slower than a slug after 80 comments
"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk
by NittanyCub on Apr 10, 2008 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes...but...the pics are not that big "byte count" wise.
all of them together are less than 130k
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 5:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Santoswoodenlegs & I have discussed this.
It's fine as long as the filesize is (relatively) small and he doesn't do too many of them in game threads.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
now that [Benny Hill Show theme song] would be a great ringtone!
I'd call myself whenever I'm stuck in a crowd, just to watch people move faster...
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
by ballhawk on Apr 10, 2008 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I predict...
....Morris gets lit up tonight.
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
by MPH73 on Apr 10, 2008 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Games available live in Japan
Good morning - I got to wake up before the game!
Today's games I can watch live here in Japan are:
BS Fuji : Cubs @ Pirates
NHK BS: Mariners @ Rays
Sky PerfecTV: Cubs @ Pirates, Phillies @ Mets, A's @ Blue Jays
So I'll pick Cubs @ Pirates!
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 5:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Good Morning Dragonsfanatic!
Hopefully your day will start off, and ours will end with a Cubs "W"!
by Tangled Up In Blue on Apr 10, 2008 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow, you have a good selection.
But you have made the right choice. Good morning!
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'll Take The 3rd From the Right, Please.
"The Cubs can't be stopped" -- Me
by lilkimmer77 on Apr 10, 2008 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm hoping all those brooms
Are in our clubhouse by the end of the season :)
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not sure if this has been mentioned yet...
But, I just discovered that if you go to the 2007 Gameday link, then click on the "Watch Live on MLB.TV" tab under where it show the pitch tracks......It brings up the old-style MLB.tv media player, not the one that people (myself included) have complained about.
Granted the game hasn't started yet, so it's not showing anything yet....but here's hoping it'll stay old-style during the game.
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 5:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice job!....This should help quite a few people...
let's hope MLB doesn't change it.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm assuming
that you have to have signed up for MLB.tv for this to work?
by gwood on Apr 10, 2008 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You are correct sir.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Probably...
But since it's source is the Gameday link MLB doesn't want people to use anymore....maybe you'll luck out and it won't ask for a password.
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for this info!!
n/t
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just tried this
And using firefox, it still brought up the new-style player and then a password prompt screen.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Figured the free password wouldn't happen
but just tried it again, and it's still old-style for me. I'm using IE.
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
How do you get to the 2007 gameday?
I've tried just changing the date in the address bar on the new version...but that just displays a screen about the the gameday thing-a-ma-jig.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Use Al's link
He's been posting both links in his pre-game post.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I is am retarted.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Al has a link up top
In every game thread...
But for simplicity, here you go
http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/y2007/gd.html?2008_04_10_chnmlb_pitmlb_1
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Used Al's link at the top of this page
n/t
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tried to beat the system...
But no dice. I tried to just use my Gameday Audio login but it didn't work for MLB.TV but I figured as much. I do like, however, that you can watch the games in full once they've completed. Except for the whole BUFFERINGGGGG part
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
by Jayo525 on Apr 10, 2008 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I got it to work just fine.
If you have a MLB.TV subscription, try this method. Works perfectly.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
It also brings up the old Gameday Audio!!!!!! I'm saved!!!!!
Of course, tonight's game is on WGN...
....and DeRo's not in the lineup, but THANK YOU!!!!!!
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thank Al for still posting the 2007 gameday link
I just can't get into the 2008 version...too bothersome scrolling around. And for some reason, white text on a black/dark gray background is easier on my eyes
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 6:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
2008 is good for one thing
They have "in game" highlights of big plays -- usually posted within 5 minutes. Great if you aren't watching on TV. Other than that -- I agree with you.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The 2007 Version
has the option of Pitcher's view or Hitter's view, which I think is a really cool option. Why did they get rid of that? Or am I just not seeing the option in 2008?
by epcub on Apr 10, 2008 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Unfortunately....
at least on my computer, now that the game is started, it still doesn't go fully full-screen like it used to. Oh well.
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Weather...
Anyone know the weather report for Pitt. tonight? I heard rain, I hope we get the game in before midnight...
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 5:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Chicago Cubs Baseball
Is on the air!!!!!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We have live feed as well
Showing Japanese station's opening with Dome ave and OBP numbers
His OBP .581 leads NL now
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dome's interview after the game last night
He said "I didn't know when the game would be over - I'm tired..."
Japanese league games are terminated after 12 innnings
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dome's reservation of Japanese restaurant last night
was cancelled during the game, he said....
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
looks like
they can"t give those seats away...$10 stu tix or not
The BBC would like to apologize for the next announcement. -- Monty Python
by AcroEmelie on Apr 10, 2008 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
1 pitch, 1 hit
I'll take it!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Soriano with a basehit
good start!
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SAFE AT SECOND!!!
Soriano steals!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I guess his leg is OK...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Almost picked off
looked like a good start though
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Matt Morris - former a Cardinal?
n/t
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good situational hitting by Fonty...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
D-Lee sac's
And the Cubs lead 1-0!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Easy money
good scoring to start off
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I really really really really like the fact...
that we showed the ability to score without the aid of an extra base hit.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Heck, on monday
We showed the ability to score without any hits!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
True statement...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We are having
thunderstorms here so Imay have to shut down for awhile.
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 6:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thunderstorms???
In Iowa?
A Tiger?....In Africa?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't envy ya
I know Iowa's been pounded with storms. Thankfully my trip to Omaha over last weekend went fine. And I'm back in almost 90 degree weather here in San Antonio now.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here's Japanese game thread
Here's some Japanese people who are watching this game same way
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We're 5-3
and Sori hasn't done a thing. And, it looks like he's heating up now. Good sign for the future.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking the same thing.
When he gets hot at the top of this order watch out!
by Tangled Up In Blue on Apr 10, 2008 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
There goes the no-no
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well if Hill gets shelled tonight...
then I won't be mad
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tough sweep
Fontenot, Theriot, and Pie all in the lineup...well the bench is deep.
by californiachicagoan on Apr 10, 2008 6:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Come on Hill!
Pull a Dempster(2008)!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
McClouth...is a baseball player.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yikes
Hill off to a rough start
The BBC would like to apologize for the next announcement. -- Monty Python
by AcroEmelie on Apr 10, 2008 6:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
There goes the shutout
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yup
Where have ya been, Japan or something? :)
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
WGN Sports HD
feed down here on my satellite channel
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Perfect!
You're seeing what we are. Do you get Japanese announcers with the video feed, or do you hear Len & Bob?
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I usually tune in English commentary
unless there is my favorite Japanese commentator
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So you have a choice?
n/t
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
right
always having that choice
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What percentage of Japanese people
understand English well enough to listen to the English feed.
We get conflicting reports about how much you folks study English. How much English might Dome understand?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes, he does
He is feeling better than he did yesterday, and Bob Brenly said that he may be available to relief pitch if he is desperately needed.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i got a bad feeling about this game...
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Waaay too early
Oh No WGN probs again?
The BBC would like to apologize for the next announcement. -- Monty Python
by AcroEmelie on Apr 10, 2008 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Does it seem like Hill...
usually gives the other team whatever our offense just got?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Darth Vader is calling the game.
WGN is having audio issues AGAIN!
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It's better now.
n/t
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, the HD feed has fixed itself.
I got nervous there for a second!
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's too bad
Baseball in high definition is glorious. I hope you get it soon.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We do get it
when the games are on CSN.
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well we might see Marquis pitch tonight lol
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This isn't what we need
Since we have no bullpen tonight!!!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lieber didn't throw last night, IIRC
Would he be available to throw tonight?
by mistersite on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would think so.
n/t
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Remember that time...
when I said if Hill starts tonight...he better throw strikes?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We may go....
extra inning tonight with 10-10 tie...
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
10-10?
Each team's going to score nine more runs?
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
feh
n/t
The BBC would like to apologize for the next announcement. -- Monty Python
by AcroEmelie on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let the record show
this is probably the first time anyone has said "Feh" in a game thread
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's
what this game is going to be....
winning 3 extra inning games in a row is the record?
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rediculous...
Come on! Throw strikes!!
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 6:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Still nobody out, bases loaded
Is he a rookie?
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
it's the first inning fer ******* sake
The BBC would like to apologize for the next announcement. -- Monty Python
by AcroEmelie on Apr 10, 2008 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nope
I think he's been in the majors since 2005. He's been in the Cubs minor leagues system since 2002.
Anecdotal story: one of my friends interned for the Daytona Cubs and got to know him. He's a good guy. Just has confidence issues.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sigh...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
this is not gonna be good for my fantasy team either
lol
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm going out to dinner.
Later. (Going to a place where I can watch the game.)
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Apr 10, 2008 6:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I am enjoying my breakfast
in anyway....
enjoy your dinner
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
1-2
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
and all ten pirate fans cheer!
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ROFL
The BBC would like to apologize for the next announcement. -- Monty Python
by AcroEmelie on Apr 10, 2008 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like the fact that...
they got Lieber got as soon as Hill walked LaRoche. Lou isn't going to put up with the BB BS this year.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
"got Lieber up"....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just wonderin'
Rich didn't think he was going to pitch tonight. He might have started studying the Phils. Wonder if he is mentally ready for this start?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If you cant...
get 'mentally ready' for this lineup then you shouldnt be in MLB
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
True
But just trying to give Rich the benefit of the doubt.
What I don't want to see is Lieber pitching a CG in the bullpen and not being available tomorrow.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Pirates fans boo Soriano
and then bases loaded again
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We'll I don't know about that...
but he is laying a big turd on the mound tonight so far.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well
there goes second place in fantasy standings..
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
one more out....
one more out....one more out.......please!!!!!!!!
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 6:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
omg....
now they're gonna be running...
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 6:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
whew
The BBC would like to apologize for the next announcement. -- Monty Python
by AcroEmelie on Apr 10, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Phew!
I'm considering myself lucky we escaped with just a 2-run deficit.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
chill everyone....
not many games end after 1 inning
------ TheRiot Squad ------
by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If Hill doesn't start throwing the curve for strikes
its gonna be another looooong night for our bullpen.
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
by vtcub on Apr 10, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, now
they need to get some more runs. Hopefully Hill settles down the next innings.
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
30 pitches, yikes
i hope he can settle down next inning, maybe at least go 4.
by dogcatratcheese on Apr 10, 2008 6:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hill's first inning...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You spoiled
my delicious breakfast...
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My apologies...
but I would think that Hill's 1st inning pitching performance would have done that well before you saw that picture.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dome needed
Japanese dinner last night.... it was cancelled as it went extra innings...
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Is GameDay's strike zone that screwed up...
...or did The Riot just take two waist-high pitches right over the plate for balls?
by mistersite on Apr 10, 2008 6:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
they were clearly high pitches
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok, so it's GameDay.
Good to have its unreliability confirmed for another year.
by mistersite on Apr 10, 2008 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
don't forget the strike zone is waist to knees
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lets go Offense!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
pie looks good
he normally woulda swung at that high stuff
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pie and Soriano
lived in a same condo?
as Japanese commentator said
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Really? Didn't know that
I didn't think they were in the same, ah, ballpark in terms of salary. Unless they are room mates! Oh man, I can imagine all the Odd Couple scenarios...
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I remember this from last year
They are indeed roommates from what I remember
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I remember
they said last year that Soriano and Pie were roommates.
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Last year they were, but not this year
I read an article where Soriano talked about this - sounded like they both agreed Pie should have his own place, no more need for 'big brother', etc.
I'm betting they couldn't figure out a suitable 'signal' system - guess they never heard about flipping the doormat over or hanging a tie on the doorknob... ;-)
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
by ballhawk on Apr 10, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ooh nast pitch to k pie
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hill didn't run
It should be a infield basehit
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He's saving his energy for...
all the pacing around the mound he's got to do in the 2nd innings after he walks the bases loaded again.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
but Cubs runs
helps him in best way
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
run rich
you're not mike piazza out there
by grifdog on Apr 10, 2008 6:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Anybody got a list...
of what you can get fined for in Kangaroo Court
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 6:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
here's one list
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Morris takes 20% of total salary of Pirates
That's enough
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Don't get me wrong,
Rich Hill has been awful, but he and Matt Morris are pitching to wildly different strike zones. That high strike that Morris is getting is B.S.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
what the hell rich
you could have ran that out if you at least attempted to run.
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that last pitch wasn't a strike?
this is a small zone tonight too..
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Looks like Hill's K zone is low...
and the one for Morris is high...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Seems that way.
Hill has much less margin for error. Veteran's advantage, perhaps?
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah hill won't make it 5 inning at this rate
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
this ump is pitiful
no low strikes called tonight
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The last K out Hill recorded was at the knees on the inside corner.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
nice comeback inning for Rich.
Let's start shelling this rag-armed hack the Buccos trotted out.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
the pirates announces spent the entire inning
gushing about that Sanchez play to get hill out at first, really annoying.
by dogcatratcheese on Apr 10, 2008 6:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that's what I like about len kasper
though it can get boring when he is announcing sometimes, he really never shows true biasism toward the Cubs. Obviously he does, but its not to the extent of some announcers
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
soriano really clubbed that one
trying to pull outside curveballs = dumb
by grifdog on Apr 10, 2008 6:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
trying to pull outside curveballs = soriano's MO
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
only time soriano hits to the right side
is when he gets jammed
by cubsmania on Apr 10, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I bet the announcers won't gush about that one.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i'm pretty sure that last pitch on Lee
was a ball for Hill
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah.
Both were ball, actually, the first was low and second high. Morris just needs to get it close right now, or so it seems. How's it look from Gameday?
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well I'm watching the game
so i don't know
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sorry.
That was directed less to you and more to those who might be watching on Gameday.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed, i'm having a hard time figuring out this zone
i know they can be erratic at times, which i don't mind as long as they're erratic for both pitchers.
by dogcatratcheese on Apr 10, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Japanese commentator said
he played a catch with Derrek Lee when he was a kid in Jingu Stadium in Tokyo - some 20+ years ago
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The zone that Morris is getting is a joke.
It's huge compared to Hill's. If it's gonna be big, it needs to be big for both guys. This ump is totally inconsistent.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:50 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Is it the same ump as last night?
Because he was calling that outside strike waaaaay outside
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The umpires rotate positions every game don't they?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 10, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're probably right
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yup.
n/t
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, unless the crew is short and it's a four game series
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
aww shut up pirate fans
you groan at one bad pitch call...hill has recieved atleast 7 tonight!
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes he has
And the fact that everyone in the stadium knows he can't find the strike zone isn't helping his case
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Parrot...
The parrot hasn't made it's way behind the plate.... yet.
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 6:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well um
keystone had a thing or two to say to it
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Parrot Teriyaki Burger
Here you go
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
HAHA
I'll take 3!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That pirate is wearing a weird kippah
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 6:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
WGN
Usually does an excellent job broadcasting a game, are these audio/video problems strictly HD related?
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 6:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Len and Bob are talking about the parrot 'issues' last night
Somewhere, keystone is freaking out in agreement with their annoyance.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
see the parrot pisses off pirate fans too lol
did you see the look one that woman's face HAHA!
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'd be super happy
if some jackass in a parrot outfit sat right in front of me
by grifdog on Apr 10, 2008 6:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i laughed hysterically at that statement for some reason lol
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
HEY!
"Down in front... yeah you Parrot!!!"
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
can anyone read lips
too see what rothschild was saying?
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
looked like 'goddamnit kid throw strikes or the boot's going up your arse'
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I couldn't tell, but
he seemed rather agitated.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Throw strikes
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hill is losing it....
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 6:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Rich looks like he is going to cry.
Did you see that look on his face?
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 6:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wait till the parrot comes back...
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rich in his Napoleon Dynamite voice:
"Get outta my way you friggin' parrot...gosh!!"
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
"Tina, come get your dinner!"
Napoleon Dynamite got really old reeeally fast, but I still love that line.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
if he gets out of this inning only three down
it will be a miracle, this game could be a blowout already
by dogcatratcheese on Apr 10, 2008 6:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
got him
THE HOOK!
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 7:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
meat
i got no problem with rich hill but i swear every game i watch where he pitches he is tossing no strikes and pitches that just looked like they should be crushed.
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Filthy pitch to get out of the jam
by Rich. I think it might be Lieber time. Rich looks spent and he's not getting the close calls.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 7:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Could BB be any more obsessed with the hot dog gun?
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He's trying to drop hints for Santa.
n/t
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have to admit
that would be an amazing present!
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well atleast soto is helping me out in fantasy
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
good contact by theriot
but all for not
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Or naught
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dont you people darfe vote for that parrot!!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking that too
If that parrot wins after the shenanigans last night, I will question the sanity of Cubdom. Whether you thought it 'cheating' or not, it was indisputably annoying.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Least favorite mascot?
Ronnie Woo Woo (Chicago Cubs)
by AC 00 00 00 on Apr 10, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
I once was in a moving billboard (long story) and made the mistake of stopping to ask him in. Worst 5 minutes of my life, he didn't understand that he couldn't be heard from the outside. My friend and I were the only ones privy to the incessant wooing.
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I thought Pie strung together a nice first at bat
but to strike out twice looking is inexcusable. He really does look overmatched at the plate.
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Or it could be
that this strike zone is impossible to judge and Felix isn't sure what to take and what to swing at. Felix hasn't looked good, but neither has anyone not named Soto.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
True
and I would like nothing more than to see him succeed at this level as he certainly has some exciting talent
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
how many
the pirates have 3 or 4 mascots? holy snikes!
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
And
dont forget the racing perogies!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
For a minute
I thought this said "racist pierogies" LOL
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LMAO
Wait. Is it bad of me to laugh at that?
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm sure there's a sauerkraut joke here somewhere...
n/t
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by Bildo1805 on Apr 10, 2008 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
bwahahaha
they might be. I dont have a damn clue how to spell pierogies
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well hill did not help out my fantasy team
let's see how Lieber does
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
i hope Soto is finally heating up
we could use some big hits from him
by dogcatratcheese on Apr 10, 2008 7:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well these might be one of those games
...
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I know it was...
An easy double, but could Soriano be any more laxidasical out there?
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
its a slippery slope. the next thing you know we will need more hustle and grit on this team. More eckstienyness.
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Eckstienyness=
mediocrity?
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by Bildo1805 on Apr 10, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
= Scrappiness
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Scrappiness=
"turning little talent into a little more talent"
I even made a height pun.
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by Bildo1805 on Apr 10, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
my mistake
its actually spelled "ecksteiniest"
http://www.firejoemorgan.com/2006/10/david-eckstein-memorial-eckstein-of.html
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've got an autograph of...
Eckstein in anyway....
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It ain't over yet!!
You'll need at least 6 runs to win tonight!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
let's start with one more
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Could someone please explain
Lou's fetish with early inning double switches?
Between burning PHers just to get a new P and early double-switches, he never seems to have anyone left for extra innings.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Apr 10, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Everyone knows...
we don't play extras.
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by Bildo1805 on Apr 10, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bummer that the Sox are on....
on Sunday. Anytime I want to watch that kind of stuff, I can rent a kung fu movie.
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Who is Reed Johnson in for?
Missed Len & Bob
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pie's out
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Already?
I really think he needs to be given more of a chance. I know his first 2 at bats were weak but this must have him second guessing his abilities constantly
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it was because of a double switch
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well one hit here
and we have the lead
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Why didn't he send Sori around?
Actually, isn't Johnson in for Pie?
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
we need 3 runs, not one
not worth getting 2 outs
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by Bildo1805 on Apr 10, 2008 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let's get bases juiced
and powerful 3-5 hitters
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
only down 1....
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lee gets it done again...2 rbis...
Felix Pie must play everyday!
by JB 23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
gahh!!
two warning track flyouts for rammy!
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
3rd time
Dome lead off the inning....
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Matt Morris
must've left an offering for Jobu tonight, because the Cubs are teeing his stuff up, especially Rammy, and getting nothing to show for it.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
by gary varsho on Apr 10, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Allllright!!!
This is ours for the taking!!
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lieber out of the pen in long relief
has been huge so far this year. The guy may not have electric stuff but he throws strikes and gets it done
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If Lieber keeps this up....
how long will it be until he's in the rotation?
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
between marquis and hill,
i have a feeling lieber will be in the rotation by may
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Get on Dome...
Because Soto will groove one!
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
watch this....
left center...jack!
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
center....so sorry you're wrong :)
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I will take that..
kinda wrong all season....
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good eye!
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yes sir
Dome-a with the walk. i loves me some OBP
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
God Dusty would've hated Dome
Always clogging the bases...
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
GRIDLOCK
stupid bases clogged how can we score any runs with people on base.
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
YOU CALLED IT!
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Way to call it!!!!
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sue
is loving it
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
are you serious?
there is still a delay when im watching it on wgn. wtf
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 10, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
booyah
triple away.
nice work fukodome, bonus run
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Soto needs a triple for cycle
possible?
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Anything is possible.
He's on a roll so who knows.
by sue369 on Apr 10, 2008 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
nope
BCB community projections had Soto with one triple and he already has his one for the season - got it last week I think. But I'm sure the BCB community wouldn't mind being wrong in this situation...
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
by ballhawk on Apr 10, 2008 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
One word...
SCRAPPY
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
gritty too
Felix Pie must play everyday!
by JB 23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Grab that man a...
bowl of crawfish etoufee
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, and I love the Riot!
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Dude scroll up...
I was on it before you. : )
But nice call nonetheless!
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I saw you call it
but I think mine was first. I was 2 posts before you. Ah, who cares. Good Call
by McRipper on Apr 10, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
7:30...
: )
"Dome get on, because Soto is going to groove one"
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're right
I didn't see it at first. Good Call Bob!
by McRipper on Apr 10, 2008 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT!!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Naw...
Just sparring...
Lets plate this 6th run!
by BartlettBob on Apr 10, 2008 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
soto
can't be slower then molina and i saw him get a triple last year in SF.
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Soto runs
like he is mad at the ground!
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
McRipper, you are the man!
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
soto
i am glad i picked up that guy
Finally!
by Chanman25 on Apr 10, 2008 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
PERFECT bunt by lieber
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 7:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
safe at third!!!!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
My vote goes to Rich Hill
for slowest guy on the team
"I lost it in the sun"
by Bump Bailey on Apr 10, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lucky he dropped the ball.
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
No luck my friend...
That was Theriot's scrappy aura that made him release that ball...haha
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 10, 2008 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
lucky break
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Twice
two CS's have magically become SB's
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Big Z. is no speed merchant either!
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Theriot has nine lives
on the basepaths
"I lost it in the sun"
by Bump Bailey on Apr 10, 2008 7:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It was a caught stealing error
recorded
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
DAMNIT
5-3 :)
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I like Reed Johnson!
Hendry's move has paid off so far.
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
not enough
to avoid another extra-inning game...
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The Pirates sure are giving us a lot of breaks
Let's make them pay!
by HankWhite23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Johnny Cakes
Despite Len and Bob not being great I at least appreciate the effort. They seem to have a good time.
Also Len's wife is a 10! Holy smokes shes good looking.
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
pictures please.
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 10, 2008 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i wish
I had some pictures of Mrs. Len Kasper. Anyone? Anyone? Buehler?
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
bwahahah AT johnny cakes!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 10, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you better be careful...
Don't think Len would like that.
[I made that macro, by the way. Couldn't resist showing it off.]
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What the hell was this pic from?
I think Len is great as the TV voice of the Cubs, but whenever I see poses like this for photo shoots, I can't help but wonder if five seconds later, the sentence "What the F am I doing?" goes through the subject's mind.
by MillsChC on Apr 10, 2008 10:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
from the Trib article a couple months ago
I think the outlandish picture was a nice [and deliberate] contrast to the humble persona he projected in the interview.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 10:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
IT GOT OUT!!!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Apr 10, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Mighty Fontenot!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Sneaky Power?
Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!
by Cubfansince1957 on Apr 10, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
CAJUN POWER!
"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin
by Reddevil on Apr 10, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love cajun food....
as well as crawfish po boy....
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My favorite
sushi roll has crawfish with the special sauce... Is that real sushi?
"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin
by Reddevil on Apr 10, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it had legs....wow!
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by RightFieldSucks on Apr 10, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
sneaky power
that power snuck up on me
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
scored 7 runs
without any basehit for 3-5 hitters....
by dragonsfanatic on Apr 10, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
what a great inning!
...lead off walk, 2 HRs, sac, SB....
All started with the Dome walk!
Felix Pie must play everyday!
by JB 23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Scientific Observation.
Everytime I step away from BCB during a game, we turn things around.
...
It was nice knowing y'all, but maybe I shouldn't hang around during the games.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 10, 2008 7:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
your welcome here pre and post....and off days....:)
Felix Pie must play everyday!
by JB 23 on Apr 10, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
o/u
on sneaky power calls over the course of the year.
Since its been said 6 times so far I'm gonna put it at 2,000.
by louisiana lumberman on Apr 10, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
New overflow Thread is up
A ugly win is better than a pretty loss-Lou
by NIUcubbie on Apr 10, 2008 7:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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