Overflow Thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Thursday 4/3, 1:20 CT
by Al Yellon on Apr 3, 2008 2:45 PM CDT
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Gwynn
grounds to Lee, backhanded play, takes himself, top of the inning over. Cubs lead 3-2, 1 hit, no runs. To the bottom, Lee Ramirez Fukudome.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
I feel like I was in the movie Jumper...
that was amazing!
by Great Odin's Raven on Apr 3, 2008 2:49 PM CDT reply actions
Dempster
5 IP, 1 ER, 2 BB, 3 SO
Serviceable, if not actually pretty good.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
I have a few mp3 clips, my first Northwestern game of the season is this Saturday. Why do you ask?
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
I used to work for the Triple-A...
Syracuse SkyChiefs. So I have some triple-A connections in the International League. Thought just crossed my mind.
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions
love to get
1 more inning from him. Not so sure about him going thru the heart of the lineup though
Can we please hit Dave frikkin Bush!!!
nope. not good enough
It was just a solo bomb. We're relying on that too much.
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions
They don't clog the bases very much tho
"I don't think anybody's paying attention to the Cubs." - Prince Fielder
At least we didn't clog the bases...
it's a good laxative. :O
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm sure...
...he was actually trying for the 3-run homer, with no one on base.
He should have gone for the bonus by hitting it into the clown's mouth.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 2:54 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah it is
Its been throwing me off today. I wanna read the comments but it's like reading the spoilers for your favorite tv show.
---AC 00 00 00 - Believe
Mmmm...
I like THIS thread.
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
Classic Bob Uecker on that one...
talking about A-Ram... "yeah, here's one of these guys who could hit it out here today... AND he just did. He just did." HAHAHAHA!
by Great Odin's Raven on Apr 3, 2008 2:52 PM CDT reply actions
Juuuuuust
a bit outside the park.
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions
or a walk...
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Send Dome down
n/t
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
I meant...
...have him steal second.
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
His walks are KILLING his slugging percentage.
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 2:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah
considering that the Tigers have the greatest offense in the history of man.
by Great Odin's Raven on Apr 3, 2008 2:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Soto
pops up on the infield, JJ makes the catch. But Ramirez's homer makes it 4-2 Cubs, to the 6th!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Come on Demp!
one more solid inning before your turn in the order!
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 2:56 PM CDT up reply actions
The Jabba and whats his face
The Jabba the Hutt and what's his face anti defamation leagues ask you to apologize.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions
that sucks.............
dero and soto had absolute meatballs to hit
Damn!!!
WGN
is showing the dude who played Vito, for you Sopranos fans, in the stands.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Spatafore?
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Yup, that's him. Had to look up his picture on the 'Net.
I recall one episode of The Sopranos in which Vito invited Meadow's boyfriend to a Yankees game. The boyfriend was a Padres fan and Vito said something like, "The Cubbies really gave your boys a shellacin' last night..." I always loved that.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
I think
your avatar sums up Vito's plan...
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh yeah!
Love that line!
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Joe Galascola...
...he made two goals last night at the Blackhawks game in between the 2nd and 3rd period.
Ernie Banks Complimentary Plaque
to random winners at an upcoming game. No word on the punctuation used.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Dempster throwing strikes...
I like it
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
It's amazing at how good your team can look...
when you starting pitcher throws this kind of effort out there.
Pitching
wins ballgames.
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions
The canadian heart is a beautiful thing.
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Amen.
Soriano should hit 5th. Period.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Apr 3, 2008 5:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Dempster
gets Hall to fly out to Fookie charging in, basket catch, hahaha oh I love it, Kosuke. 1-2-3! Dempster's on fiyah! 4-2 Cubs.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Northsider, can I just say, you are my personal hero for the rapid and to-the-point updates.
by HereComesASpecialBoy on Apr 3, 2008 3:02 PM CDT reply actions
You have yourself a nice four-some haha
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions
oh, my bad
i was gonna say 5 if the interpreter came.... sorry
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions
back to the game!
"there's a lady wearing a sombraro out in the left field bleachers."
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions
totally joking.
just trying to change the subject here. LOL
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions
After all...
...it's ONLY the 3rd date! >8)
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Did that Dome catch look...
as good as it sounded?
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
He came in on a full sprint
DeRosa couldn't get to it, he caught it kinda low, even with his belt, basket-style. It wasn't amazing, but it was a tougher catch than it looks.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Loud........
sustained applause for Dempster
nice outing!!
no howry!
id rather see piggy then wood in the 9th
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Wurtz
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Pie
flies to deep right-center, lip of the warning track, catch made by Hart. 1 out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Has everyone in the bullpen pitched yet?
I think so but im not sure...
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
no Lieber I dont think
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Banks Plaque
I have a question for you all, I'm going to the Sunday game against the Astros. How early do I need to get there to get a Banks Plaque that they are giving out? The game starts at 1:20pm I believe. Thanks
by Dome is my home-ay on Apr 3, 2008 3:07 PM CDT reply actions
I bet those plaques are popular
I'd get there when gates open if not too soon after that
"You just don't know understand how frustrating this is"- Kevin Borseth
I would have to go with the cardinals
even though this year the brewers are our public enemy #1
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Great AB for Pie.
Saw a lot of pitches, even though he still made an out.
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
didnt he always try to
hit home runs but they always died on the warning track?
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
I just remember
him hitting ball after ball into the roof of the batting cage during BP and then dropping to do push ups
Fontenot
with a hustle double, pinch-hitting!! Right-center field found the gap.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
That's not enough power for a pinch hitter.
we need more solo HR's out of that spot... oh wait, we're relying too much on those!!! ARGGG
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Aww Fonty
you scrappy little bugger, you!
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
Soriano
now batting, runner at 2nd, 1 out, just to reset the situation.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Lets go Soriano...
Now that youve gotten on base, lets see a hit...
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
Commenting on Sori's
unusual eye black. Some strange u-shaped white logo on them, apparently the logo of his "bat company", sayeth Len and Bob.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Under Armor
Hes in one of their commercials
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
Therio is the new Neifi
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Soriano
gets a base hit to left! Rolls under Braun's legs, Fonty scores!!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Waitaminute...
...Soriano got a hit with RISP? Don't be ridiculous. I demand a recount. Bring me the hanging chads! Reconfigure the software! IT CAN'T BE TRUE!!!
Nanika Ga Okoru!
chirp chirpo hahah
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Soriano Blows!!!
there, i said it
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
WOW
I am so happy Soriano is our leadoff hitter. Bwaawawaw
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
OUT COMES BUSH
Double switch
In for Bill Hall: Craig Counsell
In for Bush: Seth McClung
Commence YMCA.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
I QUIT!
I'M MOVING TO MEXICO! i HATE BASEBALL!
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions
HAHAHA
I love haters. Noticed when I told the hater to put his money where his mouth was that I'd bet him with the Cubs down 2 runs.....I got no response. Maybe a closet hater?? Hating but really pulling for the Cubbies? haha
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:18 PM CDT up reply actions
MDBNIU?
What's that mean? Add it to the BCB Dictionary.
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 3:18 PM CDT up reply actions
...and he pulls a hammy
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 3:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Soriano SB!!!
Alrighty! Here we go! That's what I like to see!
by Great Odin's Raven on Apr 3, 2008 3:13 PM CDT reply actions
or I suppose, hear...
listening on the radio!
by Great Odin's Raven on Apr 3, 2008 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Gwynn tweaked a hammy or something like that.
Kapler came in
by Great Odin's Raven on Apr 3, 2008 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Theriot
hits a ball fair inside the right-field line, Soriano scores!!!! 6-2!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Theriot should be leading off!
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 3:19 PM CDT up reply actions
BWAHAHAHAHAHA
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
GASP!
Ithink he may be gettin better! That was great to see.
Aww, no a great hit by Theriot! Soriano score thanks to his SB before...
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
Correction
no = not
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
About time!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:14 PM CDT reply actions
AMEN!
I can hold my head somewhat up today in Green Bay.
"You just don't know understand how frustrating this is"- Kevin Borseth
This is the way
I expect the Cubs to play all year. Live and Die by taking chances. I love it
Poor Matty Murton....
And the base keeps....
runnin' runnin' and runnin' runnin' .
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:15 PM CDT reply actions
Lee at the plate
Runner (Theriot) at 3rd. 1 out. Sorry I missed Gwynn's exit there.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
santos, we need a macro -- stat!
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 3, 2008 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Can I haz your sinz?
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
Theriot:
I CAN HAZ SEKOND?
KENDALL: NO, IZ MINE
THERIOT: IZ OK, I STEALZ
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
to tell them abou the cubs pitchers
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions
He's been playing pretty good
besides today, of course. Hitting .500 thus far
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
Uecker just said
Miguel Cabrera pulled a quad for Detroit.
by Great Odin's Raven on Apr 3, 2008 3:18 PM CDT reply actions
2 strike hitting
Do any of our guys actually shorten up and just put the ball in play with 2 strikes?
by californiachicagoan on Apr 3, 2008 3:18 PM CDT reply actions
Wood 2nd Try
Lets hope he can hold up in the ninth.
by Dome is my home-ay on Apr 3, 2008 3:18 PM CDT reply actions
I guess we've got to make it to him first
by Dome is my home-ay on Apr 3, 2008 3:19 PM CDT up reply actions
also not a save opp....I'm sure we remember what happened with the last non-save op
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Its only the fricken 6th inning
plenty of time left for the Brewers to score. And of course us as well. Not this inning though. Pop fly by aram...
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
Hector
Villanueva would steal 40 bases if Kendall caught enough
Prince Fielder
would steal 50 if Kendall wasn't on the same team.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
hahaha
yesterday people were pissed at Kendall for saying "He was never that good as a Cub!" now people say he sucks, lol. Bipolar at its best!
Finally!
Ramirez
is ticked at himself for popping up on the infield, 3 out. To the 7th, it's 6-2 Cubs, with Hart/Hardy/Counsell coming up.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
didnt counsell used to have the funniest batting stance in all the majors?
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions
sweet zombie jesus!
That's great!
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 3, 2008 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Hulk smash!
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:24 PM CDT up reply actions
HE'S A SUPER-TOUGH THREE-TIME ALL-STAR!
Translation: HE USED TO BE GOOD, AT ONE POINT!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
at three points*
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:25 PM CDT up reply actions
"Also comes with Dr. James Andrews!"
mmm...that's a little mean.
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
Al is gonna give you a demerit haha
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions
what we cant post pictures?
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions
the overflow thread is da best
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:32 PM CDT up reply actions
HA!
I went to a pretty big party school I can relate
Poor Matty Murton....
by Keystone80435 on Apr 3, 2008 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Did you know
Marmol gave up ZERO runs to anyone in the NL Central last season? I mean are you fricken kidding me.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
K just makin sure...
I haven't seen it yet this year (counting spring)... so i'm dying to see it.
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 3:28 PM CDT up reply actions
White Castle is doing well.
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 3, 2008 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I should probably add
that I call Marmol 'White Castle.'
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 3, 2008 3:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Sliders so nasty, they make you crap your pants.
by HereComesASpecialBoy on Apr 3, 2008 3:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Nice one...
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
Precisely.
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 3, 2008 3:29 PM CDT up reply actions
It looked like
a strike to me on the outside corner, but Soto set up inside and had to move across. Might have cost 'em the call.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Jason Kend-ALL to end ALL is up
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
Chris Berman? Is that you?
I'm sorry, that's a horrible insult. you are not Berman.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
THAT'S SO G*D DAMN RUDE
YOU HAVE TO F*CKING HOURS TO MOVE AROUND
http://www.break.com/index/chris-berman-loses-his-cool.html
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
Fly ball
to Fookie. Let's stretch!
Fremd High School Girls' Gymnastics.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
For the love of Pete!
Can someone tell people that sing the stretch to NOT say "Lets get some runs!" when winning? Its almost as bad as the people that say "Take me out WITH the crowd". Sing it right damn it lol
The people who...
...run Wrigley Stadium should really be more discerning.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 3:46 PM CDT up reply actions
AMEN!!
Hart, I'm right there w/ ya on the "WITH the crowd" thing.
I bet the person who left Ernie's apostrophe off sings it that way >8)
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 3:45 PM CDT up reply actions
For those of you who wanted this earlier...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:30 PM CDT reply actions
Let's hope I get to post that...
many many times this season...and that when I do...we get those guys in!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:32 PM CDT up reply actions
51K is a demerit?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:32 PM CDT up reply actions
FUKUDOME
Fell behind 0-2, works it to 3-2 against McClung. Strikes out on a foul tip. Bummer. First time he's got out this game. 1 down.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
fukudome= out?
does not compute.
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions
fjksdjoifjso;
faiosfiosjoijkl~ Windows shutting down...
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions
It's like dividing by zero...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Good to see
him fighting it back to a full count. I heart this guy.
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Geo Soto Hello Moto
0-for-1 walk, sac fly
Pops to shallow center, Weeks gives way to Kapler, 3 down. to the 8th!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
I wish he would get a home run...
so I could say that the pitcher jut got Sotowned
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Regarding Gameday
Would it be too hard to have some sort of crude lightweight motion sensor attached to the uniforms or batting helmets to get some sort of real time read on the players, like they do for motion captures on Madden?
I feel like this should be feasible...
That would take so much bandwidth and overhead it would never happen unless it could be done optically, which isn't really feasible either. (too serious of an answer?)
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Take it easy, he's an Illini
= D
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
You want to see them running around in these outfits?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:39 PM CDT up reply actions
It would
be awful funny to see the batters on TV at the plate with those little white things stuck all over their bodies
Sensors
They wouldn't have to be as many.
I am just saying the technology of motion capture is still relativly in its infancy and as bandwith increases exponentially and new technologies emerge, I imagine it could take place without even ntoicing the beacons.
Just a thought...
I *really* don't need...
...to see a virtual image of a batter stepping out in between to adjust himself.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 3:40 PM CDT up reply actions
DANIEL LARUSO'S GONNA FIGHT
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
Get him a body bag YEAHHAHAH hahahahahha
That part always annoyed me.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
Are you kidding?!
That defined the 80s!
That, and skeleton costumes. Those rule.
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Nice game for Demp
Nice game for Demp.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
*rimshot*
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:43 PM CDT up reply actions
I hope
I hope I say it about 30 times this year.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Weeks
drives it into the left-field corner, stand-up double for Weeks. runner at 2nd w/nobody out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Isn't it so nice when we're winning?
No hate! Conversations about the Karate Kid!
Haiku-a-Day for Fukudome, helping Fuku understand the American game, 17 syllables at a time. Visit cubshaikus.blogspot.com!
Because the haters have nothing to say. Winning shuts 'em up. I like quiet haters.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
We're not haters...
Just frustrated fanatics who express our opiinions "not under the influence oof the Kool-Aid"....NOW...RED, Old Style, or Vodka...we might be under the influence of that.....BUT call a spade a spade.....the Cubs aren't going to do any better or worse one way or another....u think they read this?
The best defense is a good offense
I Hate the Karate Kid!....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:42 PM CDT up reply actions
YYEAAHHHH!
http://gethimabodybag.ytmnd.com/
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
Mercy is for the weak.
We do not train to be merciful in this dojo!
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions
the Ageless Gabe Kapler
Strikes out Kaper, 94mph heat. 1 out.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Heh...
His dreams were his ticket out.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Bloomers.
He looks like he's wearing bloomers and not trousers.
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 3, 2008 3:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Fielder
hits into shallow right, off DeRosa's glove, RBI. 6-3 Cubs. SAVE SITUATION OMG GUYS
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
again your being really unfair
TO JABBA THE HUT!
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 3:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Marmol
just gave up a run to an NL Central opponent, fwiw.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
He's a waste
trade for someone now, it's downhill from here
He's almost 26, he's way past his prime, and almost as bad as Soriano
-MDBNIU
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
I'd trade him for...
Paul Assenmacher in a heart beat!
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 3:48 PM CDT up reply actions
6-3... save chance for Wood coming?
Or maybe we bust it further open in the 8th?
Hopefully we don't continue to give up runs.
My guess
Lou really wants to win this one, and he trusts Marmol more than anybody else in the bullpen.
by John Q Freejazz on Apr 3, 2008 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Fielder
is busy with his Make Your Own Sinkhole kit at first base. The kit is an empty box. It's working.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Fly ball
to shallow center, Theriot makes the catch. to the 9th!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
If
If Fielder ever steals a base I think it's the 6th sign.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
7th sign
We all know what the 7th sign is so the 6th sign happening wouldn't be a bad thing :).
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 3:50 PM CDT up reply actions
I fully expect
I expect we may see Fukudome throw out someone at first on what looks like a single this season.
It wouldn't surprise me if it was Prince Fielder. Probably a ball that appears to be a homerun Dome gets it off the wall and fires a laser to Lee.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
I hope it's Fielder, and I hope it's at least once per series.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Yeah, but...
...it's hard to hit the first baseman w/ the throw when the whole earth is shaking.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions
Dempster's out of the game, no more Canadian stereotypes!!
kidding!
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Actually
Actually would like to see Kerry get an easy save to get the first one out of the system.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions
There's a video
There's a video to the song Canadian Idiot that made me laugh because the guy has redhair in the video so I think of Demp.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 3:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Dawson
Didn't Dawson have a play like that against Neon Deion where Deion was really out but called safe?
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
HIT BY PITCH HIT BY PITCH
On the hand. Felix is really in pain. Out comes O'Neal.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Am I the only one...
...that's a little bummed that Gameday doesn't post the MPH of the HBP's?
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Welcome Reed Johson everyone...
your new CF'er....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:53 PM CDT reply actions
At least they won't have to shuffle the batting order
"I don't think anybody's paying attention to the Cubs." - Prince Fielder
If you get hit by Hillary
Is it hit by a word that rhymes with pitch?
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
So the Brewers have hit a couple of our guys now...
DeRosa and Pie...are we even yet?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:54 PM CDT reply actions
He puts em down 1-2-3.
It's the bigger insult.
You don't snipe in Carrington!
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 3, 2008 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions
I'd like him to...
BUT i want him to mow these mofo's down.
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 3:55 PM CDT up reply actions
man, i wish we'd had...
more agressive baserunning in games 1 & 2... and more base clogging!
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 3:55 PM CDT up reply actions
That throw might have got him...
if the SS had held onto it.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:55 PM CDT reply actions
Pie/Kendall
With Pie and Kendall as the catcher/runner combo why don't they just save us all time and put him on second?
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
Is this the same team
Is this the same team that played the first 2 games?
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
no
lou yelled at them
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes...
it's call random variation from day to day.
Yes..
baseball teams can actually play quite different from game to game.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 3:59 PM CDT up reply actions
WARD
Walked as a PH on Wednesday.
Today: With a 3-2 count, walks. Shocker.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
RONALD F. CEDANO
in to run.
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Pie inspired
Pie inspired almost gets caught off 2nd.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 3:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I am so loving
I am so loving this new format that automatically updates the posts.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
it's also great for cleaning kitchen floors
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions
dha whatchya talkin bout there lady?
Mullets are in style...365 days a year.
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Brenly
Anyone getting the vibe that Brenly has something against Pie? Doesn't miss a chance to criticize.
wonder if he's connected to reed johnson
in any way...
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions
SORIANO
Grounder backhanded by Weeks, 6-3, 1 out, runners now at 2nd and 3rd.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
Time to tack on some runs...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 4:01 PM CDT reply actions
Well,
gotta go ready to give a sports update during the evening news at the radio station. I'll be back in a few but paying much less attention.
come on Cubs.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
I'm not mentally
or emotionally prepared to see Wood in a save situation. Damn i'm a sissy.
BCB; We have our own dictionary!
3-1 on the RIOT
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 4:02 PM CDT reply actions
LEts go Woody!!!
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
I'm on my feet cheering
look pretty ridiculous at the office, but this BCB makes me feel like i'm there
BCB; We have our own dictionary!
Who is due up for the Brewers?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 4:06 PM CDT reply actions
Hart...K's swingin'
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 4:07 PM CDT reply actions
He looked like...
...he wears his sunglasses at night.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 4:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Johnny Cueto
for the Reds today: 7 IP, 1 H, 10 K
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
I have a feeling he'll beat
the Cubs many times in the next few years.
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
one down!
Kerry's looking good.
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
Wood's lookin very nice
Alot better....
"I can accept failure, but I can't accept not trying" - Michael Jordan, the one and only...
Woody...is spotting the fastball...
looks really good.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 4:09 PM CDT reply actions
Ronnie says his is showing 80
Can't figure out why.
(developing)
"I don't think anybody's paying attention to the Cubs." - Prince Fielder
speaking of radar...
anyone else annoyed that WGN doesn't show the MPH of pitches anymore? LAME-O
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions
They played
TNT by AC(lightning bolt)DC when Woody came in.
Don't like it.
AC/DC will always belong to Trevor.
Putz works it pretty good in seattle
CUBS WIN CUBS WIN CUBS WIN
by GarlicFryCubFan on Apr 3, 2008 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions
My suggestion:
"The Wood Song" by the Indigo Girls.
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Give 'em credit...
That's one talented organist.
>8)
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeehaw!
Didn't even wake up until the 8th inning...and what am I greeted wtih upon my awakening?
CUBS WIN.
Yes.
Before each game, please remember to feed the bats.
Cus Win! Cubs Win! Cubs Win!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 4:12 PM CDT reply actions
FLY IT!
[ W ]
GO CUBS GO!
Kerry Wood's first career save, ladies and gents.
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
First?
That can't be his first career save, can it?
Awesome!
Way to go Kerry!
"It's a pier 9 brawl!..."
I think
Wood got a break on that last strike call.
But I'll take it.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Apr 3, 2008 4:13 PM CDT reply actions
right... nice late movement though
where are the doom and gloomers today Bruce?
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Wood, 9th inning, 2 Ks, first win, no sweep, Kendall gets final out
I'm so happy!
You don't snipe in Carrington!
One in a row boys!!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 3, 2008 4:15 PM CDT reply actions
hey, fyi
I attempted to sub in for you... and wow you are good at what you do. it's not easy! Of course i'm trying to not get caught watching the game at work, lol.
by bap on Apr 3, 2008 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Things I learned today:
Ryan Braun, your DH slot is waiting.
Corey Hart throws like Corey Haim.
Ryan Dempster can remain calm and collected.
Geovany Soto swings very, very hard.
Kerry's filthy, filthy slider is back.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
NIce...
... but nothing about Fielder?
Stats spelled backwards is statS!
by digitalbenjamin on Apr 3, 2008 4:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Naw.
But one more thing:
It's apparently possible to overestimate the stupidity of Ned Yost, because I thought for sure he'd start a beanball war today.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Here is a replay of that play
Soto getting knocked on his backside
It's here, it's here, it's finally here!
Ok, all, Great W
gotta try to squeeze 3 hours of work into the next hour. I'll check in with y'all later, eh?
This just in...
Just saw this come across the wire.
http://www.thebostonchannel.com/news/15784355/detail.html
I would imagine that you've got to do something pretty awful to get Dawson that ticked off...
Yep.
Just ask Eric Show.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
In all seriousness...
...what a freaky thing to have happen at a ballgame. I hope the girl's alright.
Great pitching
I love the way it worked out today and hope to see similar a lot this year: Get a good six or seven from the starter; Marmol comes in and pitches well for one or two, and then Wood nails it down!
"Have Keith Moreland drop a routine fly. Give everybody two bags of peanuts and a frosty malt, And I'll be ready to die." -Steve Goodman
I guaranteed this victory...
...by missing the ninth inning. (Late meeting here at work.) Congrats to Demp, Woody and the Cubs!!!
Now let's take two of three from the 'Stros and leave for Pittsburgh at .500!!!
Nanika Ga Okoru!
al posted we need a win today...
correction we got a win todayyyyyyyyy! how about dempster!! how about woody!! how about all you trolls that said the worlds coming to an end?? i'm here to tell you we got a TEAM here.
WAKE ME UP WHEN THE SEASON STARTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
stolen bases
Four of them today by four different players. Another good sign. Hope Lou stays aggressive.
"Hey hey, kiss it goodbye! That one's in Milwaukee. Man oh man did he hit it. Isn't that something?" - Lou Boudreau, May 17, 1979
I wonder if Jason Kendall allows more stolen bases
this season than the Brewers steal as a team? Could happen.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
That being said...
...Soto hasn't exactly been Tony Pena out there, either.
by Shawon O Meter on Apr 3, 2008 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions
How dare you all be happy
We have still lost twice as many games as we've won! Wood still has a 13.5 ERA which clearly shows he is incapable of being closer. Soriano still has no HR's and only one SB.
God, why can't you see that this team is clearly average and has no chance of doing anything!
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion
Shoot them all
They should all be taken out and shot twice.
We are all waiting for that glorious October night when we finally win it all. Until then we will continue to cheer, never do the wave and hope.
by puckishcubsfan on Apr 3, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions
HAHAHAHA!!!!!
Well played!
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
You guys are such band wagon fans
"We are going to light up the SB Nation server farm like a Christmas tree." - cwyers
Good
I think anyone who gives up so easily should stop watching immediately, myself included! So, anyone who has given up at some point in this season should stop being Cubs fans immediately along with the rest of us fair weather fans.
Let's Go!
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion
Wow
I just realized I've been reading the thread for the last 40 minutes. Been on here so long Al had time to post recap.
It was sooooo worth it scrolling through just to see the flag posted!
"They got the power, the got the speed
To be the best in the National League..."
GO CUBS GO!!!!!
Its so awful, but I love it. Sing it Goodman!
"I got a PBS mind in an MTV world"...Jimmy Buffett
by The Ryno and I Know on Apr 3, 2008 4:57 PM CDT reply actions
Funny to see the box score
and see these guys flip flopped
WP: R. Dempster (1-0) S: K. Wood (1)
BCB; We have our own dictionary!
See how easy a little offense makes things look....
and BTW.....the Cubs much maligned closer last year can pitch....I'm not surprised...and Dempster was a HUGE part of Cub success last year....the guy is a great competiter......Let's just see if the regs can start HITTING instead of TIPPING CAPS
The best defense is a good offense
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