Open Thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Wednesday 4/2, 1:20 CT
by Al
on Apr 2, 2008 9:15 AM CDT
in Game Threads
642 comments
Milwaukee Brewers @ Chicago Cubs
Today, with the hoopla of Opening Day gone, the Cubs get down to the day-to-day business of winning ballgames, and will try to even this three-game series.
Morning notes:- Gordon Wittenmyer tells us a little about Kosuke Fukudome's interpreter, Ryuji Araki.
- The new surface at Wrigley Field is playing very fast right now, almost like artificial turf, say some players.
- Yes, the missing apostrophe on the Ernie Banks statue base will be placed there, probably by the next homestand.
- More on the proposed sale of Wrigley Field to the state. Looking less and less likely all the time.
- WNUA radio's Rick O'Dell, a huge Cubs fan, gave BCB a shout-out on his site today. Thanks, Rick!
| Today's Starting Pitchers | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stats are 2007 season stats
While I obviously wasn't around during the game discussion on Opening Day, I am well aware of the problems all of you had in getting the thread to load, and thanks to sue369 for posting the extra thread and to Trei for putting it on the front page.
Here's how we're going to handle this problem, at least for now, and in the future there may be other options: at 2:45 this afternoon, probably about the fifth inning or so, an "overflow thread" will automatically post. So, keep checking the front page around that time for the new thread, and you can move the discussion there.
I'm also going to ask those of you who like to post pictures in threads to please refrain from posting large photos in game threads. They really slow the servers down. You can still post them in LESS-busy threads.
Part of the problem on Monday was that it was Opening Day, a busy day, and there were several games going at once, really burdening the servers. There are only three day games today, so things ought to be a little easier. Let's see how this goes and we'll make more adjustments later as necessary.
Batter matchups today: Derrek Lee is .444/.556/.833 lifetime vs. Suppan, with five doubles, three HR and nine walks in 45 lifetime PA. Ted Lilly handled the Brewers pretty well last year, though Ryan Braun was 3-for-6 with a HR, and Jason Kendall, who obviously didn't face Lilly last year, is 3-for-10 lifetime with a double.
Today's game is on CSN, on the usual radio sources, and at the MLB.com Mediacenter.
MLB.com Gameday (2007 version)
MLB.com Gameday (2008 version - this link has pitcher stats and splits up)
Discuss amongst yourselves.
0 recs |
642 comments
Email
Print
Comments
Interesting...
Comcast was starting coverage on this game at noon. Any idea what that is about?
by Damen Jackson on
Apr 2, 2008 9:18 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Have no idea, except...
... that it's their first regular season telecast, so they probably want to do some extra stuff.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on
Apr 2, 2008 9:26 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Looks like a one time thing...
...but I would not be shocked if they eventually expand out the pre-game and post-game shows permanently. NESN does at least 1 hour of pre- and post-game each for every Red Sox game (and names each half hour differently so they can have multiple corporate sponsors). YES added their Batting Practice Today show last year before the pre-game show (though it is really just another pre-game show with a minute or two total of batting practice footage). I can't say that I have any desire to watch that sort of material, but it is becoming the sexy thing to do.
by Qixotl on
Apr 2, 2008 9:57 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
You said....
" I can't say that I have any desire to watch that sort of material, but it is becoming the sexy thing to do."
100% agreed. Who do they think is actually watching this stuff?
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on
Apr 2, 2008 9:59 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Those of us who are less privileged
I don't need to see another half hour of talking heads.
But, as someone who only gets to Wrigley every other year or so, seeing a half hour of BP on TV every now and then would be a real treat.
by TC Cubby on
Apr 2, 2008 10:01 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I hadn't thought of that.
But I can see how that would be cool to watch.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on
Apr 2, 2008 10:04 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
That is what I had hoped for from YES...
...but they tend to just show a few 15 second clips of BP, usually only show footage from the CF camera (so you have no idea where the ball is going). If they really covered BP (constant video coverage of warmups), I would watch from time to time. I always get a kick out of it at a live game.
by Qixotl on
Apr 2, 2008 10:50 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Wish I could be watching it... but RCN
did their analog to DTV switch, and now my old analog TV doesn't work... and neither does my HDTV with built-in digital tuner? I've already spoken to them this morning and they insist that I need a converter box for every TV in the house, including my HDTV that already has a built-in digital tuner?
Cubs 2008
Home (0-1) | Road (0-0) | 1-Run Games (0-1) | Extra Innings (0-1)
Updated on April 1, 2008
by SackMan on
Apr 2, 2008 10:57 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm leaving the office
@ about 11 and headed down to Wrigley. I'll be up in 506.
---AC 00 00 00 - Believe
by mjk83 on
Apr 2, 2008 9:21 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Araki
Thanks for sharing that article Al. It must be odd being the "voice" for a famous baseball player.
Hopefully Dome and Araki are in Chicago for a long time.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 9:24 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Rick's comment
regarding the "fu-ku-do-me" chant giving him goosebumps is all too true. Got the same feeling hearing it on the radio broadcast. And it too reminded me why I love baseball so much too. Seeing the entire stadium on their feet and hearing 40,000+ chanting the same thing is a wonderful thing.
by gwood on
Apr 2, 2008 9:33 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
It was the same for Sheets in spring training
and didnt affect him but Suppan gave up a ton of hits in ST, I hope the Cubs can jump on him.
Plus, Ill be there so I need to start 1-0.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry "I strongly dislike Steve Stone." ---Hammer
by Hammer on
Apr 2, 2008 9:38 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
No Pictures?
santoswoodenlegs is going to need rehab
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.
by CyberCyclist on
Apr 2, 2008 9:44 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
No
Al said "Large pictures". And about that Al I was surprised when the new site came up that I was not restricted on what size pic I could use as my avatar. I know the pic I uploaded is quite large (I'll downsize it this afternoon). Other sites i comment on restrict to like 300x500. Would that help?
"To know that I know what I know, and that I do not know what I do not know. That is true knowledge" - Confucious as quoted in Walden
by toaster on
Apr 2, 2008 9:51 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
300x500...
... I dunno. Not sure how large is "too large". Maybe Trei can weigh in here.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on
Apr 2, 2008 9:53 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
It's not just height and width
The size of the picture is affected by dimensions, color depth, file format, etc. The real size of the picture is the number of bytes. For example, I have two different background tiles I use for web apps. They are both 300 X 300. One is a jpg file that is 8KB and the other is a bmp file that is 176KB.
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.
by CyberCyclist on
Apr 2, 2008 9:58 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Good point.
The basic idea is, no "large" photos. I think that would likely refer to file size. Keep 'em small, and try to keep 'em to a minimum in game threads. (This does NOT apply to OTHER threads.)
One exception I'll allow: the W flag!
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on
Apr 2, 2008 10:00 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
New BCB Term???
NLPATT = No Large Photos At This Time
"We're going to turn this team around 360 degrees." -Jason Kidd
by tony412 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:18 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
LOL!
or TPTSNBS= The Photos That Shall Not Be Seen
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 10:20 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Right
on the "size", it's really file size not the dimensions. I know the pic I put up is a jpg of at least 2 megs, maybe as much as 4 megs.
"To know that I know what I know, and that I do not know what I do not know. That is true knowledge" - Confucious as quoted in Walden
by toaster on
Apr 2, 2008 10:21 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
glad I read this thread. I might have gotten myself in trouble.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:43 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I must admit
The only time I'm even tempted to post a picture is during game threads, because of their free-for-all atmosphere. But seeing as I've probably only posted two ever, it won't affect me much.
Why does everybody stand up and sing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" when they're already there? ~Larry Anderson
by JohnM on
Apr 2, 2008 10:01 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
The field
It's not surprising that the infield is playing very fast right now. They just layed down that sod last November, so obviously it has yet to take root. Once it does then that grass will flourish and the grounds crew can mow it to whatever level makes Lou and company happy.
by MDBNIU on
Apr 2, 2008 10:02 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
The Red Eye
anyone read the Redeye sports section. They said we needed to fix our bullpen.. what a joke of a paper
by Bardusk87 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:09 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Typical.
Typical reaction. They look at what most people will be talking about after a game and play it up to the nth degree. Obviously Wood and Howry didn't pitch as effectively as one would hope Monday, so it easy to single them out and say a "fix" is needed.
Don't worry, they'll be on to "fixing" something else after the next loss.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 10:12 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
the most annoying about Red Eye sports
IMHO, is the Five on Five.... they try TOO hard to be funny.
http://redeye.chicagotribune.com/sports/custom/fiveonfive/
"We're going to turn this team around 360 degrees." -Jason Kidd
by tony412 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:21 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I wouldn't...
...take it too seriously. RedEye is an entertainment tabloid for younger people that gives an overview of a bunch of different stuff. They grab a few headlines and then write about them- it really isn't sports journalism- more pop-culture. And having said that, I think it accomplishes what it sets out to do.
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 10:25 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
That's not
a real newspaper. It's geared to twenty somethings who don't buy the full newspaper and have the attention spans of 8 year olds.
Besides, I think the only thing that really needs to be fixed is the ' in the granite on Clark. And by the end of the season for all I care.
"To know that I know what I know, and that I do not know what I do not know. That is true knowledge" - Confucious as quoted in Walden
by toaster on
Apr 2, 2008 10:25 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
It's also...
Free, concise, and conveniently located around the city. And I'd like to think my attention span would rate higher than that of an 8 year-old. Though looking at your avatar right now, I'd be hard pressed to argue that point.
"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 2, 2008 11:21 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Cubs Lineup Per ESPN 1000
Looks the same as opening day...
theriot
soriano
lee
ramirez
fukudome
derosa
soto
pie
lily
by lance dickson on
Apr 2, 2008 10:29 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I predict a good day
from the 2-5 spots.
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 10:30 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Lilly vs. the right-handed hitting dominated Brewers
This bears watching. The Brewers have the potential to have a truly explosive offensive this season. Lilly will need to be on his game today.
by MDBNIU on
Apr 2, 2008 10:33 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
The Brewers
killed our lefties last year, so I'm a little nervous about todays game. We'll have to score in the first 8 innings to win this one.
by cubswin14 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:54 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Wow anyone see this article?
Fielder is a vegitarian now lol. There goes his power numbers.
by GoCubbies34 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:34 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Haha...
DJ Gallo summed it up on ESPN in one of his columns by saying Fielder is now on, "...an all Blooming-Onion diet."
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 10:36 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
is that deep fried?
"We're going to turn this team around 360 degrees." -Jason Kidd
by tony412 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:37 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Yes..small byte size maybe...but...
Outback Steakhouse©
Aussie-Tizers - Bloomin Onion w/Dressing©
Serving Size: whole
Calories: 2310
Total Fat: 134 grams
Carbohydrates: 241 grams
Protein: 35 grams
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 10:46 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
LOL
Only 2310 calories? I'm sure there's something at Wrigley's concessions that can top that!
by Lou In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 10:47 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Try 12 Old Styles...
nt
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:09 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
And did you know
the bacon cheese fires app at Outback is officially the 'worst for you food' on any chain menu.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:48 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
on a happier note
it does come with a coupon for a free angioplasty.
by davidalanu on
Apr 2, 2008 12:02 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
HAHAHAHAHAHA
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:43 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Fielder
Maybe he just started this vegetarian diet because he still looks rather large. Don’t people that become vegetarians usually drop a little weight?
Lets do it Cubbies
by slocs55 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:14 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I dont
care if he or any other baseball player needs 2 seats on a plane. If you can play MVP type baseball I dont care what you look like or how much you weigh.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:18 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
but thats about the ONLY aspect of PF I'll defend.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:21 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Danny DeVito's....
a vegetarian too, so take it for what it's worth. There are plenty of unhealthy, non-meat foods available for consumption, and it's all about quantity. Reminds me of my buddy who told me he was switching to Healthy Choice entrees to lose weight, and then I find out that he's eating 2-3 at a time...kind of defeats the purpose.
by Jay Johnstone on
Apr 2, 2008 12:01 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Don't make fun of Prince Fielder
This guy is a monster. He scares the bejeezus out of me just like Albert Pujols. Fielder and Ryan Braun in the same lineup gives me a migraine just thinking about it.
by MDBNIU on
Apr 2, 2008 10:57 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I dont
want to trash any major league ball player but I dont like Fielder. I dont want to change the subject of the thread but what I saw of P Fielder...the way ESPN explained it....the whole situation with his pops who I think got him where he is now and PF blowing him off. I dont like that at all.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:59 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I never heard that story
But I really don't mind Fielder. I think he is a great player, maybe gives a bad image to kids, but he sure can play. Quick for his size too. I just like poking (pillberry doughboy, woohoo!) fun at him because he does have that opportunity to just destroy us.
by GoCubbies34 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:04 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
It changed my mind of him
I dont know if ESPN made him to be worse than he is but basically his dad got divorced and went broke and some bill collectors confronted Prince about paying his dads debts and Prince disowned his father....the guy who I feel got him where he is. I know Prince isnt making the big bank yet but pick up the tab just once for your dad.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:12 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Cecil Fielder gambled away his earnings,
lost his home in Florida to foreclosure, and it cost him his family.
It is reported that Cecil Fielder earned $47 million during his career.
As the saying goes, there are three sides to every story.
I don't how detailed the ESPN story was, but Prince Fielder was stopped by a process server while leaving the field of a Class A game in 2002. Prince was 18 years old at the time.
The process server had been searching for Cecil Fielder for months, who was living with Prince at the time. The process server shoved some papers into Prince Fielder's hands, naming his father as defendant in a $387,744 lawsuit.
Prince Fielder wasn't a defendant in the suit, but the situation put him in an extremely embarrassing situation.
However, that was not the biggest bone of contention between Prince and his father. Supposedly, Cecil took $200,000 of Prince's $2.4 million 2002 signing bonus. Prince apparently considers this money stolen from him. Dad Fielder represented his son in negotiations with the Brewers. Agent fee?
The money Cecil took out of the deal is not at all excessive as far as what sports agents charge. Perhaps Cecil had agreed to represent Prince for free, then took the money anyway because he felt he had earned it. Perhaps he took it because he was desperate due to his debts, and he intended to pay it back. Prince (understandably) felt he was lied to.
Reference: http://glennsacks.com/blog/?p=910
Forgive? Forget?
Let's play some baseball.
It's here, it's here, it's finally here!
by flachimesa on
Apr 2, 2008 11:57 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Cecil Fielder is a bum
He abandoned his family and racked up huge debt. Then all of a sudden he had newfound interest in his son when he inked his baseball signing contract. Prince isn't the bad guy here. His dad is a bum and a leech.
by MDBNIU on
Apr 2, 2008 12:03 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Yes PLAY SOME BASEBALL!
sorry for even bringing this up...
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:45 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
What does this have to do with Prince being a Vegetarian?
Let's all have a discussion about a topic we all agree on... like the war for example.
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:12 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
He
apparently became vegetarian because he objects to what he considers inhumane treatment of cows and other animals that he saw on a news program. And I wasn't originally making fun of him, I was referencing a SATIRICAL article. No one seriously thinks that Prince Fielder is seriously eating Bloomin' Onions. MDBNIU, you might be served to read some funny stuff on the internet like DJ Gallo, it might lighten you up.
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 11:45 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Yeah...VERY.
Here's the link to Gallo's satirical NL/AL previews...very funny stuff.
http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/page2/story?page=gallo/080331
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 10:38 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Lilly needs to step up today
Suppan is no walk in the park. And speaking of walks, Lilly needs none today. The Brewers have no problem getting runners across the plate. NO FREEBIES TODAY. GO CUBS!
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:44 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Plus
Last year the Brewers destroyed lefthanded pitching. I expect a good game today with some runs scored.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry "I strongly dislike Steve Stone." ---Hammer
by Hammer on
Apr 2, 2008 10:52 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
And
the top of the lineup needs to get on base. Swing those bats fellas!
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:53 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
re: Lilly needs to step up today
I'm too lazy to look up the numbers, but last season Lilly had a remarkable win record following a Cubs loss. Let's hope that holds true today.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on
Apr 2, 2008 10:55 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
good
I didnt see much of Lilly in ST. It didnt look like he was too commanding to me. It looked like the hitters were in control at the plate rather than Lilly in control of the hitter. I could be way off though.
The over/under is 9.5 runs so either the wind is blowing out or the so called experts aren't expecting much from Lilly and suppan.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 10:56 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Nobody talked about him...
He's the most under the radar player we have (on the good side or bad side). He was relatively unimpressive in spring training but it was my understanding he uses the spring to really work on the movement of his pitches etc. We all know what he's capable of, let's just hope he avoids the long ball today and the Cubs and push some across to support him.
by bap on
Apr 2, 2008 11:11 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
nice
I like that approch. I'd rather see him lose a game in ST practicing his tuff. Like bowling. You want to go throw a strike every time rather than pratice that curve knowing you'll throw a bunch of gutter balls. If thats why Lilly didnt seem dominating on the mound than I'm fine with it.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:13 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
You werent lying
You are an obsessive poster. Love it.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on
Apr 2, 2008 11:31 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'll keep it up
as long as people dont get too annoyed. I somehow have an opinoin on everything.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:46 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Like Obama bowling a 36 was just a "warmup round"
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:13 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Very True
Seemed as if Lilly was the stop gap after a loss or losses for us last year.
The Brewers did hit extremely well agains LHP last year, but if Lily can keep the ball down today he should be ok.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 10:58 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Today's game
I expect the Brewers to put up a lot of runs today. The offense of the Cubs needs to respond in kind. We need to get into that Milwaukee bullpen lead by Eric Gascan-e too.
by MDBNIU on
Apr 2, 2008 11:03 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Agreed.
The Cubs have got to knock Suppan out of the game early and get into the Brewer's bullpen. Hopefully Theriot and Soriano (well, Theriot at least) can be a little more patient and see a lot more pitches early on.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 11:11 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
The Brewers
hit Lilly to the tune of .200/.260/.417 last year with Fielder and Braun the only ones with good numbers against him, .429/.444/.571and .500/.500/1.000, respectively. Although this was in 9 at-bats for Fielder and 6 for Braun.
by gwood on
Apr 2, 2008 11:13 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Pie
I'm looking for a big day from Pie, he only has 7 AB's against Suppan but has 3 hits including a HR and a double.
...if not I'm starting the "We need Reed" chant early!
by Lou In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 11:11 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Seriously?
Are you joking about the "we need Reed" chants? Or are you one of those people?
Lets do it Cubbies
by slocs55 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:21 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Hopefully
he was joking, but I think Pie will have a big day today too...I hope they pitch around Soto again, and Pie makes them pay.
by cubswin14 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:23 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'd rather hear
"We need Victorino" chants.
And there is no guarnatee that Reed is better than Pie.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:25 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Pie's comparable is Victorino.
so isn't that a compliment?
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:16 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
he is?
How is Pie comparable?
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:20 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Do you mean a sheep?
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry "I strongly dislike Steve Stone." ---Hammer
by Hammer on
Apr 2, 2008 11:27 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Completely Joking
No, I'm not going to jump ship on a kid who hasn't been given a decent chance to prove himself. All in jest.
by Lou In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 11:36 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I was guessing you were joking....
...also one more question, is that a dog or a cat in your picture? I really can't tell.
Lets do it Cubbies
by slocs55 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:49 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
he haz lolcat
Ever seen 'em?
http://icanhascheezburger.com/
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:53 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Gotcha
Hadn't seen that until now, a few were pretty funny.
Lets do it Cubbies
by slocs55 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:56 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Definitely
their own brand of humor. I'm not a cat person, so the "cute" ones are a little lame to me. But, some of them are really funny in slaphappy moments.
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:57 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
As they say
to each their own. I'm not really a cat person, but this one made me chuckle.
by Lou In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 12:03 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
The substitution
Lou should make (based on the numbers) is Cedeno over TheRiot.
Cedeno - .500/.600/.875 (10 plate appearances)
TheRiot - .125/.125/.250 (8 plate appearances)
Then again, it's too early in the season for this, right?
by gwood on
Apr 2, 2008 11:27 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Hopefully
This at least means that Ronny will get a pinch hit opportunity. Seeing Mike Fontenot pinch hit in game one was horrifying. I don't get why this guy is on the roster instead of Murton. We already have a backup infielder. And so what if he's left handed if he can't actually hit from the left side?!
by 26.2cubsfan on
Apr 2, 2008 11:36 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Though
The likelihood that we're pinch hitting when Suppan is still in there is pretty slim, I suppose...
by 26.2cubsfan on
Apr 2, 2008 11:37 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
If we are PH'ing against Suppan then
that means we are in trouble
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:45 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
More of a baserunning thing
IMO.
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:58 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Then why not EPatt?
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:18 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I think Fontenot
was pinch hitting because Ward was already used and leftys (and by that I mean Dome) were the only ones seeing anything that Sheets was throwing
by gwood on
Apr 2, 2008 12:09 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Ronny Cedeno sucks
Get that through your head. He's terrible. Everytime he's been up with the big league club its been the same dismal results. Cedeno is a Triple A wonder with the baseball IQ of a hockey puck.
by MDBNIU on
Apr 2, 2008 12:05 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Every time!
HE'S 25 YEARS OLD!
During his formative years, he played for Dusty Baker. Is it any wonder it's going to take some time for him to gain some discipline?
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:07 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm 22
And I don't suck at my job
by GoCubbies34 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:07 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm 25
And not close to "fully developed" in mine.
And, let's not compare widget making or box checking or whatever you or I do to playing baseball. We both know it's different.
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:09 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
How did you know I was a box checker!
I'm not saying I'd be able to hit the ball, but running the bases is simple fundamentals, that usually isn't much more difficult than looking at the base coach.
by GoCubbies34 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:22 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm 30, and I'm still AAA caliber at my job.
I'm in sales and my boss keeps telling me not to "clog up the phonelines" with all my sales.
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:20 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Do you like the Cubs?
Just curious.
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 12:07 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Seriously!
Every post this guy has is negative.
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:08 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Last season
his whipping boy was Murton. Yes he is very negative. He was in love with Izturis last season and we know how awful he was.
by sue369 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:20 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Cool article on...
Dome's translator. Hopefully, we can get win #1 today...
You ARE freaking out MAN!
by crw89 on
Apr 2, 2008 11:52 AM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Hold on there, Al...
Today, with the hoopla of Opening Day gone, the Cubs get down to the day-to-day business of winning ballgames, and will try to even this three-game series.
Hey now! MLB would like to remind you that it is still Opening WEEK!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 12:12 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Does that mean in July...
...they'll have "The first week in the second half of the season" Week?
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:14 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Wouldn't put it past 'em. Except it'd probably be Budweiser Opening Week of July (July Is Brought to You By AT&T) Brought to You By Pepsi Built by the Home Depot Delivered By DHL On An American Airlines Plane Built by Airbus, With Promotional Considerations Paid For By Comcast, Canon, Microsoft, And Panasonic. Promotional Considerations Brought to You By Panasonic, Scott Boras, And Hillary Clinton for President '08.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 12:22 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
P.S. Panasonic is really good at spreading their ad dollars around. (Whoops.)
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 12:22 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Shoot, I forgot cars. This reminder is brought to you by Toyota, Ford, Honda, and Dodge.
Ok, I'm done.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 12:24 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Well, let's up by then the Brewers are in second...
brought to you by Timex.
by Great Odin's Raven on
Apr 2, 2008 12:31 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
don't forget
Square D!
"To know that I know what I know, and that I do not know what I do not know. That is true knowledge" - Confucious as quoted in Walden
by toaster on
Apr 2, 2008 12:31 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Southwest and Chevy!!!
n/t
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 12:32 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Victory Auto Wreckers!!!
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on
Apr 2, 2008 12:33 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
part of the power at Wrigley Field!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:03 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Boy, that's depressing. Nice sig though.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:29 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
September...
is "Closing Month".
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 12:20 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
There's only ONE CLOSING MONTH!
Ugh, I hate Dane Cook.
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
by Bildo1805 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:23 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
On the plus side
it did provide fodder for those spot-on SNL spoofs.
"There's only one postseason, there's only one October, and there's only one logical choice for spokesman: Dane Cook."
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on
Apr 2, 2008 12:37 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Does that mean that's when we finally nail down who our closer is??
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:23 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Looks like
the wind is blowing out again today. Is that right?
by gwood on
Apr 2, 2008 12:41 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm assuming so
the over/under is 9.5
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:48 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Gameday
is showing the wind at 10mph SSE, so that should be blowing out to left . . . I think.
by gwood on
Apr 2, 2008 12:50 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
You mean Gameday isnt showing the Cosby Show again?
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:52 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Gameday does video now?
WOW!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 12:54 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
gameday...mlbtv...whatever
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:01 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Flying the flag
Looking forward to seeing that 'W' flag fly for the first time this season!
by Lou In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 12:44 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Cubs bracelets?
Does anyone happen to know if they still sell those blue Cubs bracelets? I have a 5 year old son who really wants one (and me too!). Any idea?
Thanks!
Dave
by Dave in the basement on
Apr 2, 2008 12:44 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I have about...
20 in an envelope...email me.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 12:47 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm pretty sure they do...
although may have to go to souvenir shops outside the stadium.
by bap on
Apr 2, 2008 12:47 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I saw
a crate full at clarkstreetsports.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:49 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Gameday Audio is up.
And, for now, this thread seems to be functioning normally.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on
Apr 2, 2008 12:53 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
6-3 Cubs
My bold prediction.. based on, well nothing.... :)
by Lou In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 12:56 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
blowout
i have a feeling of a Cubs blowout...based on again...nothing. 11-2 Cubs. Similar to the last few season openers but not quite on that level.
Lets do it Cubbies
by slocs55 on
Apr 2, 2008 12:59 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Predictions
Don't worry I will no longer make predictions. I guess that is why I'm terrible gambler.
Lets do it Cubbies
by slocs55 on
Apr 3, 2008 7:57 AM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
argh
MLB.TV is blacked out - what the hell?
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 12:56 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
are ALL the MLB.TV broadcasts blacked out
if you're in chicago? If so, I just got ripped off.....
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 12:57 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm a complete idiot...
Just found this on the MLB.TV website:
• Local Live Blackout: ALL LIVE MLB.TV games will be blacked out in each applicable Club's home television territory (except for certain home television territories for which MLB.com may offer in-market subscription services) or in Japan.
Looks like im SOL for watching games while at the office.
Or I'll just move to Japan.
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 1:05 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I bet you could get the games in St. Louis...
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:06 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
You could...
But I'm in lakeview at my office - 10 blocks from the stadium
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 1:07 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Just saying, you don't have to go to Japan. : )
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:07 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
haha yea...
but Japan has better sushi
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 1:08 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
And of course, that's the only problem with St. Louis!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:08 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
That is
TOTAL BS!! WGN is national so no Cub game should be blacked out.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:07 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm guessing you can thank your local cable distributors.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:09 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I pay for MLB.TV with real american $...
and when the Cubs are here in San Diego they blackout the game, so....well...let's just say that Sopcast is your friend.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:08 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Found out the hard way myself.
Subscribed thinking I could watch some of the games here in the office downtown. Guess that's what I get for not reading the fine print!
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:08 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Just gazing at the fine print...
...I don't think so.
Little conselation, but you can listen to the WGN broadcast with your subscription at least. Clip on "audio" and "home" broadcast. You can also listen to the Brewer's broadcast if you are so inclined.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:14 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
In Springfield
we were blacked out until this year.
by imauis on
Apr 2, 2008 1:09 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I don't know if this would work
but what would happen if you used an Anonymous IP Proxy to "trick" MLB.TV to think you're not in the market?
It's here, it's here, it's finally here!
by flachimesa on
Apr 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Unfortunately it won't
It is based on the zip code for your credit card's billing address.
by imauis on
Apr 2, 2008 1:29 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Last Year
I had a similar problem, and when I called their customer service, they were able to give me a refund...I just explained the blackout problem, and it took about 5 minutes. It may depend what customer service rep you speak with, but I bet at the least they could switch you to GameDay Audio and refund the difference to your account- worth a shot!
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 1:32 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
good to know
thanks
It's here, it's here, it's finally here!
by flachimesa on
Apr 2, 2008 1:32 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Looks like Kendall batting 9th again...
R. Weeks 2b
G. Kapler cf
P. Fielder 1b
R. Braun lf
B. Hall 3b
C. Hart rf
J.J. Hardy ss
J. Suppan p
J. Kendall c
"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 2, 2008 1:00 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Why?
Can somone explain to me the reasoning for batting your pitcher 8th? Is there any statistical proof that this is a smart move?
by jYO on
Apr 2, 2008 1:11 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Suppan is just an AWWWWWWESOME hitter.
(False.)
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:13 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
maybe a better question is why are people copying LaRussa?
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 1:14 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm not qualified to go into details...
...but, suffice to say, yes, stats do play a major role in moving the pitcher around in the batting order.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on
Apr 2, 2008 1:14 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
If the pitcher can hit its not an issue. But stats should say 8th hitter will see more at bats./
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:16 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Running on Kendall
Is this the game we start running ridiculously on Kendall?
by John Q Freejazz on
Apr 2, 2008 1:02 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I hope so.
Suppan's pretty slow to the plate, too.
by Great Odin's Raven on
Apr 2, 2008 1:04 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
You mean...
RROK right?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:04 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Should be.
The field should be considerably dryer than Monday, making for better running conditions.
Given they are on base, Theriot, Sori, Dome, and Pie should have a field day today.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:04 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Dont forget Lee
He's pretty fleet of foot too
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 1:06 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Ok guys...
MLB.TV be damned, I'm going across the street for lunch and the first few innings....gotta love hole in the wall sportsbar-burger joints!
by cubsonWGN4ever on
Apr 2, 2008 1:15 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
GO CUBBIES!
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:16 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Hey Chicago whadduya say...
Cubs are gonna win today!!!
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:17 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Who is the chicky singing the...
national anthem?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:16 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
A country singer
Can't remember her name. Something Austin maybe?
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:18 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Jackie Austin?
Does that sound right?
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:19 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
yes, something like that.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:21 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Jackie from the Chicago band "The August"
I think that's what Pat said.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:18 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
These guys?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:20 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
careful
we're almost in the NLPATT Zone
"We're going to turn this team around 360 degrees." -Jason Kidd
by tony412 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:21 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
That pic..
is only 38k....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:22 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
38MB of awesomeness in a 38KB sack
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:23 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Not sure...
...but I know a stylist that should be fired if so. Just saying...
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:21 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
OH MERCY!
That is NOT Al approved
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:33 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
lets get rid of a zero in our record
n/t
Finally!
by Chanman25 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:19 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I'm game for that
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:22 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Anyone else
Think JH looked like he lost some weight in the pregame interview? Or is that black leather just slimming?
I know...
by 26.2cubsfan on
Apr 2, 2008 1:23 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Lilly's first pitch
is hit out for a homer to left. And we're underway. 1-0 Brewers
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:23 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Oh well...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:24 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
awesome start....not
Chuck Norris is a Cubs fan...
by Walker71421 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:24 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
At least he didn't hit him.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:24 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Kapler
flies out to Fookie. 1 out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I wish we had a leadoff hitter...
who could take that first pitch out of the park and stake us to an early lead sometimes.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
You mean like Theriot...
oh, wait...
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:26 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Don't be ridiculous.
This never happens. We need a speedy, scrappy guy.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on
Apr 2, 2008 1:26 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Popout to Theriot.... 2 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 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Pop up
to Theriot. Bye, Prince. 2 out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Gameday
is distinguishing between a fastball and a cutter this year . . . cool!
by gwood on
Apr 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
about as cool as seeing IN PLAY RUN (S) ...
on the first pitch of the game.
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:27 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Well..........
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on
Apr 2, 2008 1:26 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Bob says
Lilly has bad command right now.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:26 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
"His fastball's up and all over the place." -BB
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:26 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I report, you decide.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:28 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Like a Vet for farm animals?
...cuz we might just have to put Lilly down.
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:29 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Strike 3... 3 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 2, 2008 1:27 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Lilly
K's Braun. After the HR, 1-2-3. (Okay, 2-3-4). Cubs up to bat.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:27 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Well
We still have to score one run anyway if we want to win, so now we just have to score 2.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on
Apr 2, 2008 1:27 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Anyone else stuck w/ Jim Rome on 660wbhr.com?
We have every right to dream heroic dreams. Those who say that we're in a time when there are no heroes, they just don't know where to look.
Ronald Reagan
by snley on
Apr 2, 2008 1:27 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Boy, that's depressing. Nice sig though.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:30 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
thanks for the heads up, can't stand Rome so I just turned it off
We have every right to dream heroic dreams. Those who say that we're in a time when there are no heroes, they just don't know where to look.
Ronald Reagan
by snley on
Apr 2, 2008 2:14 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
well not bad
besides ONE pitch, of course
Finally!
by Chanman25 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:27 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I guess Lilly...
should have thrown one more warmup pitch and gotten that meatball out of the way before Weeks came up to bat.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:28 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
But he does
have the longest eye lashes for a guy.
by sue369 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:29 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
sue and crushes...
"...he's so dreamy!" (jk)
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:30 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
LOL! I'm not
crushin Lilly but he does have super long lashes.
by sue369 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:31 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
IIRC...
...Lilly often starts wild then settles down considerably. Let's hope that happens and our guys get some payback.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on
Apr 2, 2008 1:28 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Theriot
Grounds to 2B, 4-3. 1 out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:30 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
A right handed JJ Groundout...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:31 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Len
says the apostrophe has been added to "Let's" on the Ernie Banks statue.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:31 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Soriano
pops up on the infield, Fielder has to run across the mound to get it. Dangerous play there. 2 out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:31 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I had visions of PF tripping over the mound and
doing a face-plant on that popup.
by davidalanu on
Apr 2, 2008 1:32 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Wow...Fielder scamperd over to get that one...
he's faster than he looks...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:32 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
NLPATT doesn't apply to...
...santoswoodenlegs. I think we can all agree to that right?
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:34 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Interesting that Suppan threw him...
Three straight changeups.
They've got some good scouting on Sori
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:32 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
and by "good"...
you mean "obvious".
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:33 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Unfortunately...
the scouting report on Soriano is almost too easy.
by bap on
Apr 2, 2008 1:34 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Lee
Falls quickly behind 0-2, then takes a ball outside. Drops a line drive fair down the right-field line. Chugs into 2nd for a double.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:33 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
I've been waiting a long time...
to see Lee do that.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:33 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
there's the Lee we are used to seeing
good to see him hitting the ball well
Finally!
by Chanman25 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:33 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Ramirez
goes ahead 2-0 and the Brewers call timeout, Kendall to the mound.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:34 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Just want to say right now...
thank you northsider... you are very timely and concise in your reporting. keep up the good work.
by bap on
Apr 2, 2008 1:35 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
seriously...
i am stuck in class and gameday is so slow. thanks for being a lifesaver!!! im here till 5pm :(
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 1:35 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Sadly, I'm headed to class at the end of this inning.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:36 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Thanks. Wish I could skip class today! I love my 53" HDTV...bought it for the Cubs and the Cubs alone.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:37 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
After the timeout, Ramirez swings at some breaking crap low and away. Fouls the next one away into the seats behind the 1st base dugout.
On 2-2 Ramirez takes a ball. Full count.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:36 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
So Lee is stealing 3rd here...
right?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
Apr 2, 2008 1:35 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Not with two outs.
I like your thought process though.
by Tangled Up In Blue on
Apr 2, 2008 1:36 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Ramirez
might take his head off stealing 3rd.
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:36 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
Magic Number 161
LOL
Len is great
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
by Galvan316 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:36 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Ramirez
Hits a one-bounder to Hall at third, he spins and makes a nice throw. 3 out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:36 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
*one bouncer
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:37 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
damn it
you guys are about 30 seconds faster than mlb audio
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:37 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Nope... just clairvoyant.
Hector Villanueva's Career Stolen Bases: 1
by IowaCubs- on
Apr 2, 2008 1:39 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
I knew something suspicious was going on!
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:40 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs
well
that could have been better
Finally!
by Chanman25 on
Apr 2, 2008 1:37 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
Off to class ("Go Cats")
I'll be following along for updates.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on
Apr 2, 2008 1:38 PM CDT
reply
actions
0 recs
thanks again
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on
Apr 2, 2008 1:39 PM CDT
up
reply
actions
0 recs