Overflow Thread: Cubs vs. Pirates, Wednesday 4/9, 6:05 CT
by Al Yellon on Apr 9, 2008 7:30 PM CDT
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Can i?
Get a update? Likehow is everyone before i need to go to my next class?
Appreciate it alot guys.
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you just got 5 replies to that request in the previous thread...lol
but its a 1-0 game
dempster's pitching lights out
soriano's 2-3
lots of men left on base for us
by cubsonWGN4ever on Apr 9, 2008 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Sry
Just didnt know which topic to post in to get that update. THX GUYS
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three up three down
demp is doing really well
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damnit cardinals up 2-0
what is up with crappy teams getting off to good starts (Orioles and Cardinals)
Finally!
have no fear
They'll run out of gas soon.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions
naaaaaaaaaaasty haha
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes
n/t
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by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Geoof Jenkins
looks funny in a Phillys uni
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Kansas City Question
Anyone been to Kaufmann Stadium? I'm going for the first time this weekend...Any advice on seats? How do bleacher tickets work? HELP!!
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions
you'd be better off putting this in a fanpost
you'll get more responses there than you will in a game thread
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
good thought
thanks
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions
go to mizzou...
clemson fan though. i should change my avatar haha
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Im just gonna put it out there...
i think im one of the 2% of cubs fans who thought Demp would pitch well.
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i pray hes not the Baltimore Orioles
of starting pitching
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Dempster - again with the bunt!
He's Bizarro Soriano!
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
BB for Ronny
lets play small ball again or demp can blast one out either or
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Ronny with a walk
I'm shocked. As much of a Ronny hater I am, I can't complain one bit about him so far. I hope he doesn't do anything to change my mind :)
Ronny has done some good things
the last two games. Granted, he's no Einstein, but he's actually reaching base.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Not to get into a debate
But he really did make a costly error Monday...
I know that most of BCB will disagree with me
but I don't mind seeing an occasional airmail throw from a fielder trying to make a great play. I'd rather see a guy be aggressive and make mistakes than playing passively and not making any plays. Ramy's error was really the bad one that inning.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
hmmmm
SOriano took three pitches in a row
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i swear to god this site is addicting
during games.. I need my fix
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3-0==> K
GOd i love this game...
Seriously though he will get his shit together.. Stop hating people
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I agree...
He was pissed that he struck out so....he's showing emotion
by cubsonWGN4ever on Apr 9, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Johnson HBP
Men on first and second, 2 outs
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
DOnt forget our team hit like 8 home runs in April last year with
lee and soriano hitting one or none each we are much further ahead
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Yes but....
Home runs don't always win games. To be a good team, you have to be able to hit in all kinds of situations. Sacrifice Flies, Sacrifice Bunts, hit to the right side of the infield, etc. That is something that this team is terrible at...until that happens we are medicore
"What does a mama bear on the pill have in common with the World Series? No cubs." Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Apr 9, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions
this is frustrating
really hope this doesnt bite us
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Runs are overrated
My signature is worthless.
Duke
How many more pitches will they let Duke throw?
thats gotta be it for him
last time i checked dusty managed cincy not pitt
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really good game
he messed around a little bit but good game
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Pie in.
Where did RJ get HBP? Is he hurt?
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ia ssume not becuase he didnt pinch run
probably defense
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Just above his elbow pad
didnt look hurt.
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by Zy Toro Young on Apr 9, 2008 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions
i say this is the last inning for him
he has done well
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93 pitches
Marmol or Howry will be in the next inning
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by TheRiot Police on Apr 9, 2008 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Gameday was a little slow
on the update
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by TheRiot Police on Apr 9, 2008 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions
i'd give dempster a shot at the eighth
and give Wood the ninth. marmol has been overworked and the bullpen needs more rest, IMO
Finally!
i guess i agree
but i have marmol or wuertz ready
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3 up 3 down
*Stands up and claps for Demp*
7 IP 1 H 2 BB WOW
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Lets get some geico here
My signature is worthless.
whats going on with dome?
gmaeday is slow
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foul out to third
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions
by about 4 feet
n/t
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by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions
bob says
dero had a "real good batting practice today"
dam i love bob.
"I'm like the tide baby: I come and go as I please." --Johnny Drama
Funny
We're all thinking how bad DeRo has been (especially with RISP), but he has a 7 game hitting streak and a .310 BA.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
no...that was onedec
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions
This park is absolutely ridiculous
to the power alleys
"Hey Chicago what do you say the Cubs are gonna win today"
He is coming out of the game
Anyway because Theriot is the better defender and we needed to try to plate a run and the left handed stick was the better option
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by TheRiot Police on Apr 9, 2008 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions
WOW
Thank you Pirates
My signature is worthless.
demp's gonna want to go out again
but i think bc this is a relatively long inning he'll be done and supposedly Marmol's up in the pen.
by cubsonWGN4ever on Apr 9, 2008 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions
FOnetnot was announced
as the PH they countered with Marte...
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marte coming in for the pirates
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 8:08 PM CDT reply actions
Didn't want to jinx Demp,
but the last few innings I've been thinking about the 1-0 two-hitter that Marquis threw last year -- against the Bucs.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
grumble
would rather see fontenot PH then theriot
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LH
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions
also wanna keep him on the bench
rest of the pirates pen is RH
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by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 9, 2008 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions
fontenot is out of the game
he was announced before riot
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and Blanco
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
speaking of which
the employee was really good at hitting
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what's wrong with Demp's Dad?
Len keeps bringing up that his Dad is in ill health but hasn't said due to what. Anyone know?
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
Glad that Riot is PH
The last thing I want to see with a 2 run lead is Fontenot at SS.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
well haymarket would
still play short even if the full fonty PHed
by philadelphiacub on Apr 9, 2008 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions
they would have put riot at SS no matter what
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I don't wanna jinx us
obviously.
But.
If we win... IT, I think we would deserve a Ben and Jerry's flavor, no?
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 9, 2008 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions
for sure!
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Old Style flavored?
Guinness ice cream is pretty 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
by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Then what flavor?
Probably something berry to make it blue.
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by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions
And it comes with
one of those little Cub helmets that you get at the ball park when you get a scoop.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions
reminds me too much of
antonio alfonseca
by cubsonWGN4ever on Apr 9, 2008 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions
With Ward's picture on the carton.
"Confidence is what you have before you understand the problem." Woody Allen
No, Ronnie
He LOOOOVES ice cream!
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 9, 2008 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions
YEA! 5 scoops from the Dairy Queen!
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions
GAWD!
As long as it isnt 'Hairy Caray' haha
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions
last year CBS switched from NHL playoffs to the preshow for a horse race becuase there were under 500,000 people tuned into the hockey game. I'll bet half the hockey stadium is empty too.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions
negative - day game monday and off day yesterday
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
in my one fantasy league i have both kerry and marmol
and it is a save and holds league. They are doing great stuff for me
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WOOOO!
Wow... what a play by D-LEE!
"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
DP!!!
Great play by Lee!
My signature is worthless.
Damn
Get Kerry in there.
"Confidence is what you have before you understand the problem." Woody Allen
no you don't, we just gave up a run
with a man on second.
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. -- Dave Barry
by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Well thank God now
for that 8th inning insurance run. Would suck something awful to stick Dempster with a ND after such an amazing performance.
that is exactly why you can't put marmol in
i'm not bashing or hating, but he is exhausted after pitching so much this season already
Finally!
he needs a day off tomorrow
Nate McClouth scares me kind of
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Until the offense clicks
we have to ride him
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by TheRiot Police on Apr 9, 2008 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Brought to us...
By AFLAC of course
"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 9, 2008 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Nice...
DLee saved us that inning. Good thing we have an athletic 1st baseman. Anyone think Prince Fielder makes that play? : )
"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
Fielder is still thinking
about the ice cream flavors we we're talking about 7 minutes ago
by philadelphiacub on Apr 9, 2008 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions
for sure!
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions
bwahahaha!
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 9, 2008 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions
I hate
being one of those loud fans
But when i had front row 1st base tickets i let the man in the dress have it.
Also, I loved being able to yell to gange.
"sucks trying to close without steroids".
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I want what you're having.
"Confidence is what you have before you understand the problem." Woody Allen
what i'm having?
I'm having a hard time. My thumb hurts from flipping through EI keeping up with my fantasy players. Thats what I'm having
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Marmol's arm is going to fall off
before the ASB. We need to get Howry straightened out ASAP.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
a slice of CEDENO!! Pie
Tough break Felix.
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
Me likey the new Gameday
Got to see DLee's catch already.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Hmmmm
Care to list the contents of said kingdom?
"Confidence is what you have before you understand the problem." Woody Allen
C'mon, Kerry
Lights out.
"Confidence is what you have before you understand the problem." Woody Allen
Come on Kerry!
Demp wants to go see the hockey game, and he deserves a night of fun.
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
Cue Thunderstruck...
Wood time
"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
Don't expect it to last, but
Pie is hitting .176, Sori .135.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Well at least they're both over the Soriano line... ;-)
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
No radar tonight?
"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
Is dammit higher or lower than
Cedeno on the scale?
by LT on Apr 9, 2008 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Damn...
I feel bad for Demp, he pitched a hell of a game
"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
CEDENO.
CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO. CEDENO.
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
Thats BULLSHOES!
The Pirates mascot SHOULD NOT be able to sit behind the plate in the stands and distract the opposing pitcher.
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A fan moving and waving is one thing. Waving a sign or whatever. BUT a Pitt Pirate employee purposefully distracting is bull
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions
I wish the net wasn't there
because I would loooove to see a "wild pitch" "accidentally" hit him.
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by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions
That is EXACTLY
what I was thinking.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:33 PM CDT up reply actions
You think...
A 7 foot bright green parrot is distracting? *sarcasm*
"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 9, 2008 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions
alright lets just get out of this inning
please
"Hey Chicago what do you say the Cubs are gonna win today"
Disappointing for 3 reasons
1. now we get extra innings at best
2. poor Demp
3. the inevitable Mariotti column
...
Wow
Did that really just happen?
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
I'm pissed
That parot mascot shouldnt be able to do what he's doing.
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maybe not
but the fact its the opposing team mascot is crap. Even if wood isnt paying attention a giant fly green thing moving in the corner of your eye is distracting to anyone.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Doing it in the pitchers line of sight is BS.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions
It's the same as
Santo coming down fromt he booth at a Cub game and waving a leg at at pitcher from the front row behind the plate.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions
LMFAO
@ PHG
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions
All those wasted opportunities...
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie
agreed
I know the hostile reaction will be towards the pen tonite, but the cubs should have 4 runs MINIMUM
by philadelphiacub on Apr 9, 2008 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions
no doubt
cant blame the pen too much when you only produce 2 runs
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Thanks Rami
Nice.
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
Nasty sliders...
Shades of '98
"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
i always thought wood threw a curve, too
maybe he still does? or is he exclusively fb-slider now? anyone know?
"I'm like the tide baby: I come and go as I please." --Johnny Drama
Who pitches the 10th?
Too soon for Lieber again, right? Wuertz? Hart?
by californiachicagoan on Apr 9, 2008 8:34 PM CDT reply actions
prolly depends what we do in the top,
but I'm guessing wuertz or howry
by philadelphiacub on Apr 9, 2008 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Will Ohman!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ARRRRGGHH
just kidding
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
meh this game always comes back to bite you in the ass
whenever you screw up (ie this offense) it always comes back..
Finally!
How about
Ramirez + Fukudome back to back doubles.
no pinch hitters
sept marquis, zambrano, and blanco. If there is any injury, then it would be extremely bad..
Finally!
How's a base hit as his first trick?
"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 9, 2008 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions
As bad as I feel for Demp...
I'm sure he of all people should know how it feels to blow a save for a guy who pitched lights 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
That's what it sounded like Bob was implying
when he said Demp will be the first guy in the dugout to tell Kerry not to worry about it--it happens.
He's cornered the market on that one
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The parrot is gone, of course
There needs to be an official protest on the inning and complaints filed.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
Absurd enough
That the Pirates need to know it won't be stood for. I don't think it's the reason to give up the HR but it's suspicious none-the-less
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
Yes it was
he calmed down but in the beginning he was standing a waving at wood from woods line of sight while he was pitching.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Then he's not professional
It's bush league, but why is it different than a fan doing it?
If he was distracted, he needs to toughen up and do his job.
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 9, 2008 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions
A fan isn't paid by the organization
And who knows if the mascot was under orders to try to mess the pitcher up.
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
its different becuase
the parrot is on the Pirates payroll and is there to entertain, not there to harass or distract opposing team. If it was a fan I wouldnt care.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:42 PM CDT up reply actions
I meant
Why would it be any more distracting than a fan?
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 9, 2008 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Well
Its a giant oversized bright green suit. Remeber last year when the fam behind the plate in AZ had the flashign Cubs clock and got escorted away? Thats what I would equate this DAMN PARROT to. Using something beyond normal gear allowed into a stadium to distract the players. It just seems like an unfair advantage for the home team mascot to be behind the plate. But for all I know the s.o.b. will get a raise. You notice both time that DAMN parrot was doing it the pitcher on the mound gave up a game tie'ing Home Run......
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 11:11 PM CDT up reply actions
I can guarantee
if a fan was standing in the isle like the parrot was and the fan was waving a poncho or sign, security would remove the fan from the isle. If a fan cant do it then why should the home team mascot be able to. At this point.... WHO CARES! F ' THE PARROT CUBS WIN!!
SOMEONE SHOOT THAT DAMN PARROT!!!
by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 11:13 PM CDT up reply actions
he wasnt that far off to the left. I'm sure Kerry saw it.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I'd say it was
as distracting as people wearing white jerseys in the batters eye.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:39 PM CDT up reply actions
I've
seen batters call time a number of times becuase people at wrigley get in the batters eye with white shirts on. It can effect the outcome of a pitch. If it was a fan being an ass then I wouldnt care. For all I know Wood didnt see it and he sure as heck wouldnt admit it. But it just pissed me off, thats all.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions
HAHA Would love to see Lou protest.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:38 PM CDT up reply actions
don't forget about the camera angle
most likely bird was out of Kerry's focus area.
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
No way
He was in the isle right behind the left batter box.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Capps is good.
"Clogging up the bases isn't that great to me." -Dusty Baker on OBP
I'm seeing a lot of that kind of strikeout from Dero lately
I was at the 3-2 win last sunday in those CBOE seats behind home plate and Dero struck out EXACTLY like that.
Last season, in April... DeRO struck out a TON.
But, he came around eventually.
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Very
"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 9, 2008 8:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Howry did OK on Monday.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Come on Howry!
I'm trying to think positive. Let's do this!
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
Even my Devil Rays fan roommate
just laughed at Howry's ERA. And he roots for a team who just called up Jae Kuk Ryu.
Why
cant we just get the win in the 9th?
Why do we have to do this Extra Innings?
When do the cubs not tear at your heart?
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Speaking of tearing at your heart...
I wonder how Ron is taking this?
"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 9, 2008 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions
I can
log in and find out...
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Ronnie's fine
just the usual "Man oh man" and a few "Jeees" here and there
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
haha
I hope he makes it through the season
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions
DON'T JINX HIM!
Let's think happy, hopeful thoughts about his health.
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 9, 2008 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions
I want whoever is closest...
...to pass Lou a note and remind him that he only has five bench players. I hate going to extras with no position players left on the bench besides Hank White.
PHEW!
Ohmygoshthatwasclose.
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
okay, not super close
But close enough.
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 9, 2008 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Umm
Are thos strikes as down the middle as they appear on Gamecenter?
by californiachicagoan on Apr 9, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions
Sori-a-YES!
Nice throw...
"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
You cant run on Sori
My signature is worthless.
More like greedy
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Some people shouldn't try stretching singles.
Doug Mientkiewicz is one of them. Hustle isn't a good thing if you can't back it up.
He had every right to
the ball hung up by the stands where it juts out. The ball hung there and sori had to go get it. I would have gone for it too
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions
His arm
will make up for his slow start at the plate
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Did a slow 1B really try to run on Sori?
Was it close?
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HAHA
he had'em by 4 ft becuase when he dove to slide he just stuck hahaha
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions
It was close but instead of sliding head 1st he kinda bounced on his chest and didnt move when he hit the ground hahaha
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Marquis or Z
To hit 2nd this inning?
by californiachicagoan on Apr 9, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions
Marquis has the flu.
He isn't even at the park, and is iffy for tomorrow.
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 9, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions
One less
PH than. Let's win this thing soon!
by californiachicagoan on Apr 9, 2008 8:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Marquis isnt at th egame I dont think
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions
yea, what u said
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I thought Marquis was sick today -- is he available?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Haha...
I saw that, I was like "Is that a pipe?"
"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 9, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions
No, Marquis is ill.
And Hill may swap places with him.
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by bluebythebook on Apr 9, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Bunt here?
"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
good call
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Big Z
Nice bunt, that would have been nice to have against Arizona last fall.
shame on you haha
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions
You can't quiet the Riot!
Right?
RIGHT?
Come on Ryan!
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
Apparently you can.
Shucks.
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 9, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Z for MVP!!
He wanted a HR
My signature is worthless.
Not sure why you use Z for that
Is he really that good at laying down the sac?
That one worked, but it wasn't a good bunt.
not only that
why not use Lilly? He wouldn't pinch-hit in a swinging situation.
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 9, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions
mostly because
there's no one else left on the bench, except blanco and i guess you dont wanna use your last bat for a sac
by philadelphiacub on Apr 9, 2008 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Time for Soriano...
To step up offensively
"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
Nm
"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 9, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Can't PR for Soto if Marquis is sick, I guess.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
I can't think of anyone on this team who loves...
...swinging for the fences more than Z, but he bunts when the situation calls for it.
I'm just saying...
[lobbing you a nice big softball, cwyers... ;-) ]
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
I actually looked into it today...
...as Baseball-Reference.com has added a bunch of new splits, including how well a player does bunting. Soriano has something like 17 bunt attempts in his career, with 3 hits and 2 Reach On Errors. If you think he can continue that, having him bunt is probably a pretty good idea - his OBP would be right around where it's at from having him swing away.
Stand real still Geo
Don't "distract" Alfie
by californiachicagoan on Apr 9, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions
come on Soriano,
we need a bomb. right here.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie
Good Luck Pie
Not sure if this is going to help Pie's mental state at the plate. Good luck.
not good.
i've seen this movie before.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie
Horrible sign
How impossibly unlikely it seemed that he would get a hit. He isnt even getting decent outs. Something needs to be done.
by californiachicagoan on Apr 9, 2008 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Would have been nice
if they'd have then walked the .176 hitter to get to the .400 hitter, but that's probably asking too much.
We CAN NOT
continue to experiment in CF
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions
i wish we could have a new game thread
This one is so slow right now!
at least the lineup turned over
gotta hold them now and let Lee-Ramirez-Dome get a shot.
I never started
Dont like experimenting in CF. AKA Patterson delima
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions
This just went from bad...
To Wuertz... (had to say it)
"The one that invent the light tried 2,000 times and finally he did it, we have light...I don't want to spend 2,000 times to win Opening Day" Carlos Zambrano
Pie
has had all offseason and still everyone just busts him up inside. I don't think he can handle this level
Did Pie's AB look decent?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
No
its not good when the announcers are calling the pitch and they're right and Pie whiffs
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions
I have a feeling he'll be getting them real soon here.
Just not in the majors. Which is frustrating, but what can you do.
Relax peeps
Why win a game 9 or 10 innings when you can win it in 16
My signature is worthless.
is this a double post
regarding pie's out? Nonetheless, yes it was a weak grounder to 1st base
by cubsonWGN4ever on Apr 9, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions
yea
doubley
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions
nice catch Sori
1 down!
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
at least we have boobs in the seats
to grab those things (and pay sorianos salary)
by cubsonWGN4ever on Apr 9, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions
thats right
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions
and Arne Harris sure knew how to find them! ;-)
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
Wish I could see this game.....stupid CLTV
I love watching the Cubbies strand runners and our closer blow a lead!!!!
Go Demps by the way!
maybe
you could givee him a delicious bass.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions
normally
I would assume this is just another typical Cub loss..........for some reason.....I still say they win
I completely agree... if we get this batter out.
.... Edit #3: We're gonna go 159 and 3 this year, I can feel it!!!
hahahah
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions
I'd rather walk the guy that already ruined this game for us once.
.... Edit #3: We're gonna go 159 and 3 this year, I can feel it!!!
Now there is a fan behind the plate
waving a pirate flag. I'm cool with that.
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hasnt he been there the whole game?
"I'm like the tide baby: I come and go as I please." --Johnny Drama
dont know. I've only been watching the past 5 ininngs
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Just realized....
..this game is televized live in HD format on another channel...
will watch Dome's at bat live....
Sit down LaRoche.....now hows about a run so I can
get on with my life? Do I dare pick up Demps for my fantasy team btw????
nooo. I'm lazy watchign on the non HD tv. Maybe I'll go to the basement and watch on delicious HD
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't know if it's been said already
but this is an amazing picture
by bap on Apr 9, 2008 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Lets get some runs!!!
Is Hill really not pitching tomorrow?
"Hey Chicago what do you say the Cubs are gonna win today"
Lou was considering...
....moving Marquis up to keep him on his normal schedule, for reasons I can't fathom. But Marquis has flu-like symptoms and may not be available.
if this keeps up, Hill may end up pitching tomorrow tonight
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Not that I saw
strange isnt it.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Not really.
The spot beams they use to carry the HD feeds for the regional sports networks don't have as much bandwidth, and so I doubt they have an HD alternate for the RSNs.
But I dont see ANY alt
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions
meaning if I didnt have EI I wouldnt be able to watch
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:11 PM CDT up reply actions
When I was at home, I was watching...
...on 668. SD, but you can't have it all. Guess someone has to cover the Bulls.
oh
you're right i see it.
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:12 PM CDT up reply actions
NEW Overflow Thread!
Over in fanposts! Go Cubs Go!
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NEW POST
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
oops
I meant to say http://www.bleedcubbieblue.com/2008/4/9/391310/overflow-game-thread#comments
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 9, 2008 9:11 PM CDT up reply actions
lead off walk....now how can we waste this opportunity...
or perhaps it is time TO WIN THIS BALLGAME!!!!
but i'm afraid
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by Keystone80435 on Apr 9, 2008 9:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow, we need Ramirez and Dero
to get going. Brutal.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie
Maybe this will work. dont know
NEW OVERFLOOOOWWW
http://www.bleedcubbieblue.com/2008/4/9/391310/overflow-game-thread
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25 LOB???
Sorry, I just got home. Pulled up Gameday and I see the Cubs have 25 runners left on base tonight...Is that accurate? Is it some sort of mistake on gameday?? I can't believe it...I know the Cubs have always been notorious for leaving ducks on but...wow.
I feel for everyone who has watched this game.
I hate when we outhit teams by 6 and still find ourselves
in a tie game. We need to do better with runners in scoring position
Demp threw 98 pitches...
...67 for strikes. Looks like he threw very well, but i'm just looking at stats. I'm concerned with Ronny's E in the 8th, did that lead to anything? I'm sorry for bringing it up again, but I just tuned in.
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