Open Thread: Cubs vs. Padres, Wednesday 5/14, 7:05 CT
by Al Yellon on May 14, 2008 3:46 PM CDT
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PrintSan Diego Padres at Chicago Cubs, May 14, 2008 7:05 PM CDT
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We have been having a lot of discussions here recently about acquisitions, trades, etc. and how they are made, and what sorts of discussions go on in front offices. SBN's Twins blogger Jesse Lund has some answers for us in this interview he recently did with Twins assistant GM Rob Antony. Most of it has to do with Twins players, but you can also get some insight into the thought processes that go on in MLB front offices.
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Just looking at these pitchers' overall records, you'd think this was a mismatch. But under the category of "What have you done for me lately", let's look at their last four starts:
Peavy: 1-2, 4.01 ERA, 24.2 IP, 4 HR
Lilly: 3-1, 2.42 ERA, 26 IP, 3 HR
So, Lilly's hot, and Peavy's not. Peavy is 2-0, 2.10 in five career starts vs. the Cubs, and handles everyone on the current roster pretty well. Lilly is 3-0, 0.77 in his three career starts against the Padres (discounting this pounding the Padres gave him in relief on September 9, 1999, when he was a 23-year-old rookie for the Expos, his fifth major league appearance.
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5th post
10 more till Edmond’s number!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
You realize of course...
that this Edmonds move is just one more piece of the puzzle that Hendry needs to trade for Brian Roberts.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 3:57 PM CDT up reply actions
"I've figured out a way
to get Griffey AND Bonds in the same outfield…and it wouldn’t cost us that much!”
That’s some Costanzian thinking if I’ve ever heard it.
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions
nice
i love any seinfeld reference
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Lefty-righty; who cares?
Why is Lou making such a big deal of acquiring a Lefty OF? People put too much emphasis on left-right matchups. I say: WHO CARES?? Willie May was a righty and nobody platooned him with lefty. If a guy can hit ML pitching, just keep him in the lineup.
"Hey-Hey! Home Run! Attaboy Ronnie!" ~ Jack Brickhouse
Lou thinks that the lack of lefty bats in the lineup
is allowing pitchers to get strikes called off the plate in the lefty’s batter’s box. Derrek Lee sees they are off the plate and stands there getting called out on “strikes.” Lou thinks that if you sandwich Lee and Rami between lefty bats, pitchers won’t work on that corner so often and Lee will hit better.
Lou's Overly Concerned
Okay, having a LH bat with pop between D-Lee and A-Ram would be nice. In the late innings, the opposing team might switch between RHP and LHP between AB’s and burn through its bullpen to counter D-Lee, LH hitter, and A-Ram. However, a batter’s hitting ability is far more important than whether he bats lefty or righty. Let’s hope that the 2008 version of Edmonds fills the LH power hitter bill. I have my doubts, though.
Edmonds will most likely take Dome's place in the lineup...
...like so:
Soriano
Dome
Lee
Ramirez
Edmonds
Soto
DeRosa
Theriot
Pitcher
With this lineup, I so badly want to flip Theriot and the pitcher around that I can almost taste it, but what are you going to do, right?
If this is what is was going to take to get Dome batting higher...
it may just be worth it after all.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Brenly said the same thing on the radio today.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
So
Edmonds isn’t in the lineup tonight? :)
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
al
is there anyway hendry gives you a interview like this?? i wanna know more of the behind the scenes stuff. maybe focus on a particular trade from start to finish. something like the nomar trade or something. that was an excellent interview from the ryan.
Go Cubbies Go!!!!!!
hmmm it will be interesting to hear the response to Edmond's name the first time its announced
I genuiely hated the guy when he was a Card and I know I am not alone. I’m sure there will be some mixed cheers//jeers
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
If it will let him do this again...I'll cheer him like I was his mother.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions
LSA
Exactly. He’s a Cub now, and I’m rooting for him.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Didnt think it would happen
But I hope he hits a homer tomorrow.
Hopefully he wont bitch about any close pitches.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
I'm sure he'll figure out quickly
That Lou is much less permissive of that stuff than La-ruse-a was….
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
yep
hopefully he can bring something good to our club
by columbusOHcubsfan on May 14, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Stunned silence would work for me.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
Oh, and remember, folks: Alfonso Soriano is NOT batting leadoff. He's batting first.
i think this would be the best possible reaction
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
I don't like it but better than Griffey!
I’m not happy with signing Edmonds but he is cheaper than Griffey, I don’t imagine that they are paying him more than the minimum with San Diego paying the rest. Griffey gets to go to Seattle who will pay too much just to get him and too much to pay him. Will Edmonds help the team? I don’t think so, but Lou wants to give him a try and if he doesn’t produce Lou will let him go. One of the reasons Lou left Seattle was because they wouldn’t get a power hitter to boost the lineup for the final surge. After years of fighting management over this he finally got fed up and left. I think Hendry did the right thing. I don’t like it but sometimes you need to make compromises.
I think Pie needs to work on his swing and needs playing time. I would have liked the time to be at the ML level but Lou didn’t want to play him so it is better that he go down and play.
by bubbamike the one and only on May 14, 2008 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions
is it wrong?
i kind of hope that while kerry wood is warming up in the 9th tomorrow night, he drills edmonds as he’s running out to CF between innings. just for old time’s sake.
Per Jim Hendry, via the Score:
Jim Edmonds is on his way to town to take a physical. If he passes, he will be in the lineup tomorrow night.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
most importantly,
its not a done deal. As many times as he’s broken down the last couple of years, passing is not guaranteed.
DYNAMITE DROP IN SUE :)
Honestly, he could very well hurt himself in the physical. But when was the last time anyone didnt pass a physical? Baseball wise?
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
Maybe
we could kneecap him at the airport so he won’t pass.
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 May 14, 2008 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm tellin' ya...
...get Tonya Harding on the phone. This whole problem could be solved very quickly.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
Oh, and remember, folks: Alfonso Soriano is NOT batting leadoff. He's batting first.
That whole....
“turn your head and cough” can be injury-inducing sometimes. Depends on the temperature of the doctor’s hands.
Strikeouts are boring - besides that, they're fascist. Throw some ground balls. More democratic. ---Crash Davis
by carmen_fanzone on May 14, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
(takes deep breath)......NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Let us hope that it is a comprehensive physical
If his body has given out as most of us suspect, the signing idea can be nixed. If he really is healthy, let him prove it before he gets someone pushed off the 40-man roster.
Maybe he will fail
that part where they pass the flashlight in front of your eyes because of all his concussions.
"Very adroit in the outfield." - Lou, on Dome
Concussions are scrappy.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions
True
I forgot about out scrappiness scale. He’s not quite Riot or Fonty scrappy though
"Very adroit in the outfield." - Lou, on Dome
His CrGb rating
puts him well into scrappy territory, however.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Think again...
He loves to dive…and he always has a 6:30 shadow…it’s an hour and a half better than DeRosa’s.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions
True,
but Derosa’s 5 o’clock shadow is coextensive with his hair. That’s pretty scrappy.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
He did play
with Eckstein, though. Is scrappiness contagious?
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Scrappy,
from the Latin “scrius prynum” is actually an entity invisible to the untrained eye. It’s an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us, it penetrates us, it binds the galaxy together. And Eckstein is its harbinger.
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Look kid,
I’ve seen a lot of strange stuff, but I’ve never seen anything to make me believe there’s one all-powerful force controlling everything. There’s no mystical energy field controls my destiny.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Hey, can I get a ride in the Millenium Falcon?
Nanika Ga Okoru!
Oh, and remember, folks: Alfonso Soriano is NOT batting leadoff. He's batting first.
Well, if money is all that you care about,
then that’s what you’ll receive.
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Wonderful girl. Either I’m going to kill her, or I’m beginning to like her.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Look after yourself, Han.
I guess it’s what you’re best at.
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Look at the size of that thing!
heard when Adam Dunn walks out of the dugout
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 May 14, 2008 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Be the ball, Danny
n/t
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
Anyone know
if there is a possibility that if Edmonds fails to be successful in Center with the Cubs, they bring up Micah Hoffpauir to play center? I’ve heard he’s played a little in the outfield. Just throwing it out there. Any insight?
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
I would imagine
it would be like putting Soto in CF. But, I think you are joking….............
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
Actually
No I’m not (for the first time in a while). Again, not knowing much about the kid running it up the flagpole.
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
Oh God.
I just got a picture of that lumbering ox flopping around CF. Lord, no. Hoffpauir can’t play CF. He’s been playing a little RF. If Edmonds can’t cut it, he goes back on the scrap heap and Pie comes back up.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Ok
So we petition the league to have the DH in the National League and stick Hoffpauir in there… who’s with me? Kidding, I hate the DH!
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
LOL!
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Hoffpauir would not be my first, second, third, or perhaps even my tenth choice for a DH on the 40-man roster.
He hits pretty well… for a second baseman. As a first baseman? Not so well. As a DH? Oh boy.
I'll play your game you rogue
Who would you put as DH?
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
For me:
DWard or Jake Fox
I don’t know the minors well enough to go deeper and I value DLee’s and Ramirez’ defense too much to take their gloves away.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Presuming that our eight and a half starters...
...will keep their positions, and in no particular order:
Daryle Ward
Matt Murton
Jake Fox
Mike Fontenot
Ronny Cedeno
Carlos Zambrano
If I get to look beyond the 40-man roster a bit, Josh Kroeger is another. Maybe Matt Craig from AA deserves a look as well. But Ward would be my first choice and it wouldn’t be close.
Zambrano
Would kiss you just for considering him.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Murton
that high huh? I guess I’m coming from a different direction on this, as I presume the DH to be a power/slugging hitter. I like the idea of Ward or even dare I say it Edmonds.
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
I did say in no particular order...
...although the more obvious ones did seem to drift to the top. But let me ask you this – what makes you think that Hoffpaiur would hit for a higher slugging than Murton?
I see that now
selective eyes.
I would go out on a limb (seeing as though we are talking DH in the NL already) and say that Hoffpauir’s homeruns would tip the scales slugging percentage-wise in his favor over Murton’s base hits. I’m not going to pretend like I know a ton about SLG %, but it seems to make sense to me.
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
For that matter, Ward's power numbers aren't what defines him either.
He’s been an above-average power hitter over his career, but only slightly. Ward’s main skills are his ability to get on base and his ability to hit well coming off the bench. As an everyday position player he’s nothing special, which is why we have him as a bench player. (That said, the ability to hit well coming off the bench is exactly what you’re looking for in a DH.)
Soriano would be my DH
Considering he’s a butcher in LF.
Cubs 2008 (23-15)
Home (15-6) | Road (8-9) | 1-Run Games (4-3) | Extra Innings (4-2)
Updated on May 12, 2008
anyone hear?
we might sign Jim Edmonds?
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Shut up about him already...
the more we talk about him..the more the idea of him being a Cub is sounding OK. Pretty soon Al is gonna have to buy an Edmonds jersey and add that to his rotation if we win the first time he wears it.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions
he can add it to his Marquis and Neifi collection!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Currently at Iowa
Murton Slugging: 0.408
Hoffpauir Slugging: 0.667 (though strangely with 27 ABs only according to iowacubs.com)
In 2007 at Iowa:
Murton Slugging: 0.570
Hoffpauir Slugging: 0.552
Hoffpauir was hurt early in the season..
that’s the reason for the low # of ABs
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Hoffpauir was injured to start the season.
What you have to realize is that Hoffpauir’s biggest skill is hitting for average, and that skill doesn’t translate to the majors as well as things like walk rate or ISO.
This year’s stats are all absurdly small samples for both of them, so let’s focus on 2007 for just a second.
Huff-P’s ISO was .233 last season; Murton’s was .239. Okay, so about the same. The difference is Murton’s 40-point difference in OBP from Hoffpauir. And showing plate discipline in the minors helps your power numbers in MLB, because you tend to get better pitches to hit.
Also, you have to remember that they’re different ages – you expect a significant jump in power numbers for a player entering his age 26 season; it shouldn’t change at all going into age 28. (By age 28, the only skill that continues to show improvement in the average player is walk rate.)
Your a numbers guy
Stock Broker? Real Estate?
Good stuff, always have some kind of numbers for guys. Thanks for the insight.
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
Television production assistant!
It’s about as glamorous as it sounds, so long as you don’t think it sounds very glamorous.
That sounds so glamorous..
I bet you crap glitter!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
you got
a picture for that?
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 May 14, 2008 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions
I hope not.
“Those kinds of sites” are banned on my work computer. ;)
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I do dare
100 points to the person who gets the book reference
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 May 14, 2008 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions
CyberCyclist?
A Cubs fan who rides a bike? any chance you want a Cubs painted frame? I rattled canned one cubbie blue and put a walking bear decal on the head tube. The frame is too big for me, though. It’s a early 80s Motobecane Nomade. Comes with everything except for the wheels and the rear cog. Read for singlespeed/fixed gear. I’ve got pictures!
I used to be "Jones," but I got swooped on the redesign.
No, but thanks for the offer
I’ve got more bikes than I can use right now. One of them is a cubbie blue with red metal flake Schwinn Paramount from 1984. A bit heavy, but a really nice ride.
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 May 14, 2008 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Ah.
That sounds niiiice. I’m moving by Subaru back to the midwest and I’ve got to unload some of these extra frames!
I used to be "Jones," but I got swooped on the redesign.
what size
is your Motobecane frame?
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 May 14, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
60 cm c-c down tube, 57-58 cm top tube
i’m not sure exactly. i can measure again, if you’re interested. i dont have it in my tiny manhattan apt. it’s in my girlfriend’s parent’s basement on LI.
I used to be "Jones," but I got swooped on the redesign.
"Tasteless, odorless gold.
If that’s not just the ultimate f-you to poor people!”
100 more points for the standup reference.
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions
let me see...
would that be David Cross?
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 May 14, 2008 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions
Brilliant!
Please see Mr Wilt Chamberlain for your hundred points.
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Thank you
See these notable DH hitters. Most of them are big power hitters. I guess thats the way I’ve always envisioned the DH spot catering to.
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
Yep. I'd like to see Hoffpauir get a shot
at DH next month. He should be healthy and packs a lot of pop.
IF.....
..he passes the physical
Strikeouts are boring - besides that, they're fascist. Throw some ground balls. More democratic. ---Crash Davis
For what the cubs are paying him
I’m not sure it even matters if he doesn’t pass the physical
by cubsonWGN4ever on May 14, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Right, exactly
So why would not passing the physical make a difference?
The only reason I can see him not passing the physical is the calf injury
by cubsonWGN4ever on May 14, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Someone should give him a BCB card if he starts tomorrow
And then direct him to these last couple threads.
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Yeah, he'll have no idea what people are thinking.
It’s not like he plays a position where he can hear the fans…oh, wait…
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Do you honestly think he cares?
Its probably no secret to Edmonds that he was loathed in this town when he was with the Cardinals. Most people would view that as a reason not to sign somewhere, but apparently it didn’t slow him down one second as he didn’t even look for a different option before signing wiht us.
By all accounts, he is coming here to stick it to his old team for trading him. While a certain part of me admires anyone who would do something to spite the red birds, the rest of me remembers what a first class jerk this guy can be and wants no part of him anywhere near a team that is humming along just fine without him.
I’m not wishing an injury on him, I’m just hoping the doc refuses to sign off on the contract.
by Orval Overall on May 14, 2008 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions
There is also the remote chance..
that our position in first place and a roster with really good players had some role in it.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 5:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Sure.
The old timer Cubs fans in my office are fuming over this. They’ve been mumbling under their breath and cursing his name all morning.
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
I have a feeling..This is gonna be
worse than the time the raccoon got stuck in the copier.
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Cubs lineup via ESPN 1000- not even one last hurrah for Pie
Soriano
Theriot
Lee
A Ram
Dome
Soto
DeRo
Reed Johnson
Lilly – still upset he is batting 9th
Also they reported Edmonds will be in Chicago at 6pm and will should be in the lineup tommarrow and his slow and aging bat will carry us to a World Series….not really, I just editorialized a bit there….
Felix Pie must play everyday!
LOL!
Love the “Lilly – stille upset he is batting 9th!” One of the funniest stories I have heard in a long time.
by Tangled Up In Blue on May 14, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Might as well send Ronny down, too.
Call up some short scrappy guy that Lou will actually play.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
Since this continues to be an issue...
Ted Lilly: .273/.333/.364
Reed Johnson: .254/.338/.322
Just in case anyone was wondering.
Outstanding.
"I've always felt that starting pitching is the most important part of the rotation." - Joe Morgan, Sunday Night Baseball 8-12-07
You love that comparison.
I don’t know what to make of it. But it makes me chuckle.
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
I have no idea if it "means" anything or not.
Obviously Ted Lilly is not that good of a hitter – okay, MAYBE he is but I have a hard time believing it. I think Reed Johnson IS probably that good of a hitter if he plays as much as he has against RHP at this point, but there’s a reasonable chance he’s better than this (maybe not good, but certainly better).
But you’re right – I think it’s hilarious, too, which is why I keep bringing it up.
Well I guess it'll be a race to the end
and one we’ll have to keep our eye on. At least for the laughs.
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Someone needs a Lilly/Johnson-o-meter at every game.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions
If Lilly gets a hit off Peavy....all bets are off!
He could run away with the title!
Felix Pie must play everyday!
i don't see many runs being scored today
the weather is cold and we’ve got two pitchers that are on top of their game right now.
by columbusOHcubsfan on May 14, 2008 4:56 PM CDT reply actions
It was colder on Monday and we scored 12
I agree though – fairly good pitching matchup
by cubsonWGN4ever on May 14, 2008 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Then, we couldn't beat Estes with the wind blowing out?
This game is full of surprises.
Cubs 2008 (23-15)
Home (15-6) | Road (8-9) | 1-Run Games (4-3) | Extra Innings (4-2)
Updated on May 12, 2008
yeah you never know
but i think it will probably be different with peavy on the mound. i really would have liked to grab a victory last night. I can’t believe our offense didn’t score more runs
by columbusOHcubsfan on May 14, 2008 5:02 PM CDT reply actions
exactly
ever post yesterday afternoon was about how the Cubs were going to pound Estes, ‘tis a funny game
"I don't want to be a product of my environment. I want my environment to be a product of me." Frank Costello
by kalamazoo_cubs_fan on May 14, 2008 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I can't tell you if this site will help or not
but I Stumbled Upon it earlier in today (haven’t actually tried to access any of the links):
http://www.freebaseballradio.com/ChicagocubsMay.html
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Thanks. I get MLB Radio but was hoping to see it over the internet
since it’s on WCIU tonight and we don’t get that in Peoria.
660wbhr.com
works really well.
Okay, "Wendy: hot and juicy redhead." Give this a try.
by neverAcquiesce on May 14, 2008 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions
A roster move note.
Ward’s back is bothering him, and he may go on the DL soon. Murton or Huff-P could get called up.
On the Edmonds front, Hendry says “Obviously we’re not going to ask him to go out there every single day.”
Honestly...
...for Ward’s primary role (power bat off the bench), I think Hoffpauir could be better than Murton. Murton does well when he plays every day, but he doesn’t do a great job coming off the bench. While there’s no hard proof that Hoffpauir especially excels in that role, he handled himself very well in spring training.
by John Q Freejazz on May 14, 2008 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions
I think it's a mistake to call either of them a power bat.
They’re not entirely punchless wonders like some people I could name coughReed Johnsoncough, but neither are they going to make anybody forget Dave Kingman.
And very few players do well coming off the bench – that’s the whole reason to carry a half-dimensional player like Ward on your bench. Hoffpaiur is simply Ward without the one talent that makes Ward particularly worth having on your team.
We've got a bunch of crap for options in AAA
except for E-pat… who can still be considered a prospect.
Cubs 2008 (23-15)
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Updated on May 12, 2008
Primary role
I dont think Ward’s primary role is power.
by californiachicagoan on May 14, 2008 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions
His Primary Roll...
is just above his waist.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions
I just nearly pissed my pants
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Updated on May 12, 2008
Piniella said Ward’s back is bothering him and he can’t run
And here I thought… hey, when was the last time Ward could run?
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Updated on May 12, 2008
It goes saunter->walk->brisk walk->shuffle->"Ward run"->jog->run
"Anything under 5 pitches is a bad at-bat."
What's the deal with Peavy's eyes in that photo....creepy.
-
Spice must flow!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 6:25 PM CDT reply actions
that sealed the deal!
i’m not starting him for my fantasy team because the cubs are going to knock him around! plus, again, the creepy eyes.
I used to be "Jones," but I got swooped on the redesign.
Live on NHK-BS
Today’s game will be televised live on NHK-BS live (and also tomorrow but recorded).
I can watch it live partially so I will visit here when Dome at bat.
His ave is declining a bit but hope he can regain some momentum…
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
Pie ?
I caught the tail end of an interview with Kaplan and KXNO in Des Moines…They were talking about Pie showing up late..always on his cell..going out all the time…not giving 100% and showing up his team….Did anyone catch this?
You sure they weren't talking about E-Pat?
Cubs 2008 (23-15)
Home (15-6) | Road (8-9) | 1-Run Games (4-3) | Extra Innings (4-2)
Updated on May 12, 2008
Are you sure you weren't listening to...
MDBNIU in Buffalo Grove??
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 6:54 PM CDT up reply actions
In Des Moines?
He hasnt been in Des Moines all year, right?
by californiachicagoan on May 14, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions
That must be why he's been so late.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
The radio
station is in Des Moines but it carries Kaplan’s show and the show was talking about Pie while in Chicago.
I did
But who is the radio guy quoting. Another player a coach himself, what?
by californiachicagoan on May 14, 2008 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm in San Jose. Who is Dave Kaplan?
Is he the learning centers guy or the poker playing guy?
by californiachicagoan on May 14, 2008 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions
huh
maybe fonzie is rubbing off a bit too much…
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Fonzie
I have never heard anyone call Fonzie a bad teammate. Sounds like more made up stories.
by californiachicagoan on May 14, 2008 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions
not a bad teammate
just i heard on here from some people that he parties a lot. although, i think that’s the norm for most ballplayers
i think pie seems like a good kid who is trying hard
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Maye he should work for AVIS....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 14, 2008 7:00 PM CDT up reply actions
he was the first to announce the sosa trade...
cubs = love
Hmm, well I searched for him and came up with this in 2007
WGN Radio’s Dave Kaplan reported that the Cubs could complete a contract with second baseman Kaz Matsui this week. It’d be a multiyear deal; not sure if the Cubs would have to go three years on it.
by californiachicagoan on May 14, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Cedeno
Why isn`t he playing? Stats: Ronny 18 rbi`s-57 ab: Fukodome 16 rbi`s-141 ab : Reed Johnson 16 rbi`s-118 ab: Soriano 15 rbi`s-103 ab : Theriot 10 rbi`s-145 ab. Not to mention Cedeno`s .333 avg. The numbers speak for themselves!
Does anyone else...
...think that Jake Peavy looks like Steve McQueen?
Here we go...
3-4-5 guys better show up tonight.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
Dome and Peavy
Dome went 0-for-3 at WBC against Peavy, and he said before this season that he want a revenge.
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
Lets go Cubbies
I’ve got 15 minutes before I’m off to the bar to watch the rest of the game!
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
Play Ball!
giddy up
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:08 PM CDT reply actions
We got WGN CubsNet HD picture
Live on NHK-BS Digital. very beautiful picture, and 2-3 “Domecamera” is also working.
Iguchi is another countryman in the game
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
Good start
But it seems like we always strike out the first batter of the game.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
Sweet
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
K
Tadahito (dont call me So) Taguchi
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
Iguchi
not Taguchi
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
by dragonsfanatic on May 14, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Thank you
yes I was in a hurry to get it up. My mistake
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
OT, the D Backs came home
and pounded the hapless Rockies last night. Randy Johnson pitched well.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
Nice Inning by Lilly. Now we need to score first.
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on May 14, 2008 7:13 PM CDT reply actions
Great Start!
Your move Peavy….
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
btw, in your sig it says
‘your doing a fantastic job’
it should be you’re :P
cubs = love
cant do much better.
I like the way he has been pitching
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
WOW!
i hope we jump on Peavy before he gets settled in. This could be a big pitchers duel. Soriano can change that with one swing. hehe
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:14 PM CDT reply actions
No commerial in between the inning
as NHK is public broadcasting station.
Japanese commentary is on, and automatically back in English when the inning starts…
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
What time you got dragons?
n/t
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
9AM
and I got to go work after Dome’s 1st at bat
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
by dragonsfanatic on May 14, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions
NHK does a nice job
I was in Japan two years ago and watched some Mariners and Yankess games on NHK. Made me a little homesick. :)
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 14, 2008 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions
They did HD live
even before HD is available in US
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
by dragonsfanatic on May 14, 2008 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
SORI
HR
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
By Gawd!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
Yes
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
I CALLED IT!
sweet
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions
God, I love him at the leadoff position!
har dee HAR dee har har!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
SORI
Sucks can we cut him?
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
man....the riot is hurting lately isnt he?
"you know they cant lose 162 consecutive games"
by 1021piestrikesout on May 14, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions
maybe he needs a dayoff?
ONEDEC!!!!
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
by deployedcubfan on May 14, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions
.329 avg on the season....
i’ll ride it out a lil longer
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Off to the bar
Get some runs!!
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
Hoist one for me!
Go Cubs!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
and me
"you know they cant lose 162 consecutive games"
by 1021piestrikesout on May 14, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions
That's what's so special about baseball
you can have people that love him and hate him but when he hits those dingers, we all share the joy!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
He definitely makes the opposing pitcher
think twice before pitching one right down broadway in the early going. haha
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Sori sure can get things started!
...Lilly knocks down the side and Sori leadoff HR…nice start!
Felix Pie must play everyday!
Would love this score to stand up
n/t
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
I would like to score a few more.
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on May 14, 2008 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions
I would like to score at least 4 runs today
Considering our incredible record when score 4+
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But...
1-0 wins are always fun for the winning team.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions
More is always better, for sure
but a tight, 1-0 pitcher’s duel is fun, too. As long as the Cubs are on the winning end.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
Lilly is on pace
for 27 K’s!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
OT -- the Cardinals broadcasters keep talking about Edmonds...
and how all the Cubs fans are pissed off about the pickup. The announcers also claim that STL fans are mad that the move might compromise Edmonds’ legacy. LMAO @ legacy
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions
he was pretty good there
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Sure was, you don't have to remind me of that...
but the fact that him coming to the Cubs alone would ruin his ‘legacy’ is the laughable part is all
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Well, at least he hasn't pick picked up for DUI, AFAIK
n/t
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
That pitch was center cut
Boo Yah!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
I wouldn't...
play chess against a guy named Kouzmanoff. Just sayin’...
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
like how lilly has been pitching lately...
Big shot in the arm for us
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Does the Kathy and Judy show suck as bad as it sounds?
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
Again
Peavy is the pitcher Dome want to face the most in MLB.
He went 0-for-3 in WBC against Peavy.
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
I see why
Nice double…. You sticking around to see if Dome is going to score?
by LT on May 14, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes
a couple of more minutes
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
by dragonsfanatic on May 14, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions
OT: Chipper is hitting .424!!!!
WOW!
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Way to go, Jim Hendry
for NOT signing Andruw “Junk in the Trunk” Jones!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
Also, announcer just said that Peavy hasn't given up
any full count hits this year lmao
by LT on May 14, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions
pricey double!
cashin’ in!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
LOL
WTF does everyone hate us for.. WE havent won in a century
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
i know!
you would think other fans would have empathy – it is nuts
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
well done
8 pitch AB too. lol God he rocks
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions
domo arigato
Mr. Fukudome!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
Mata au hi made
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
by dragonsfanatic on May 14, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions
geo ks on 3 straight
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
no Pie in the lineup? Even though Peavy is a righty?
I honestly think Lou doesn’t like him
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Pie...
Is probably half way to Iowa already.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions
its rediculous that Lou doesn't even give him a chance
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
sitting in the dugout...just saw him
...you think Lou would give him a swan song start….
Felix Pie must play everyday!
You know, although Lou has a better phylosophy and is a better manager than Dusty
They both play their favorites.
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Who doesn't?
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
DeRo grounds out
Doesn’t advance Fukudome
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions
love how
we’re making Peavy throw a ton of pitches. Dusty eat your heart out!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
alright lilly is hitting better than reed....
.273 :)
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Drop third strike...
bags juiced for the hot Fonz.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions
WOW
way to go theodore…. COnfuse the catcher with your mighty power swing
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Bring back Barrett in SD!!!
(i know he’s hurt)
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
gameday has it listed as inning over
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
I know...
I was just about to say that. I have it right on my TV anyway.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions
that was
Barrett-like!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
Speaking of Barrett...
anyone know what he was rolling around in before this picture?
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
Woah...
when did he get a full beard.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I was just thinking the same thing
He admired his homer and then was all over the plate on the last AB. If he comes up with the bases empty or in a blowout, the Padres are almost guaranteed to plunk him.
SORI!!!!!!!!!!!
I guess that he is starting to warm up!
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!
Indicative of how Sori is rolling as of late!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
I think all of the Soriano haters will now go into hibernation till April
make sure yall ahve enough food
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
scores on mistake
Great way to beat them badly
“Domecamera (HD)” is working very well, following Dome in Cub dugout
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
YES!!
Peavy who? what?
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:40 PM CDT reply actions
this guy is
HOTT AS HELL – nobody expected this after that night in st. louis but since that game-tying HR he has killed it!!!!!
ps that was a curve
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
just was about to comment on that....
nice
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Fitty
pitches so far
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
50 in two innings holy crap
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Theriot walks...
Bags juiced for D-Lee!!
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions
bases loaded for Lee
let’s blow this wide open
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
nice to see a lil rally with 2 down
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Soriano leadoff homer...
Then two runs on an rbi single in the second.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Lee definately takes the most of it
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Lee flies out...
Did you see Zambrano’s moves though?
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions
OT a bit
found free listening online but its about 1 minute or more behind (crystal clear tho)
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
where?
are u listening for free?
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
we're waiting
lol
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions
right here
http://www.freebaseballradio.com/ChicagocubsMay.html
take your pick
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
funny actually
wgn didn’t work for me (i have a mac – maybe this is the prob?)
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
I clicked on WGN...
And they’re talking about empty toilet paper in stalls, and clean bathrooms.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions
i'm in dsm
so i used krnt des moines
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
try krnt
or the omaha one works too
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
works fine
but i’ve noticed you have to stay on the radio page (rather than switching to bcb or whatever) to get it to keep going properly – if you click back to the page it starts back up again but makes it tough to post here and listen
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
fill in guy for while pat takes a nap or poops or something
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
What happened to Brian Giles's
power???
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
roids
duh
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Easy, Marty.
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
Soriano
All of the RBIs, Hs and Rs Sori is racking up lately are just “personal” stats – they aren’t helping the team at all.
/sarc
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
the "/sarc"
was supposed to give it away
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
i had no idea
/sarc
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
HAHAAHAAHAHAHAHAAHAHA
Seriously, if one player gets gaudy stats, it doesn’t help the team.
AHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHAHAHAAHAH
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
there goes the perfect game
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
chipper
HoF or not? I think not yet, but if he puts up 2 or 3 more good years he should be. I bet he will too
he will be
hes awesome
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
they got the power, they got the speed
to be the best in the national league!
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
Who Let
That disgusting peice of garbage behind home plate wearing that unsightly Logo for the White Sux?
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
Guess Diving Hack!
Channeling the bluemike.
"Baseball is like church- many attend, few understand." ~ Leo Durocher
MBDIU I have a question for you about Soriano and why you hate him
oh wait he isn’t on here when the Cubs are winning
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
no, what were they about?
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
He did the
search thing on here and one of the searches brought up one of BM’s posts on Pie and he was singing his praises and one from earlier this spring where BM said Soriano would be MVP for this team. Funny stuff.
lol, troll AND hypocrit now
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
i have never seen peavy pitch like this against us...
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Reed Johnson pulls ahead!
Johnson: .254/.347/.322, .669 OPS
Lilly: .250/.307/.333, .640 OPS
Lilly still has the lead in slugging, though.
Geovany Soto...
Base knock drives in Ramiriez.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:55 PM CDT reply actions
nice...
I love to see in play (runs)
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
hey mikey06 i have a question about getting into colledge
oh wait he’s not in here when the cubs are winning
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
Theododre will come through
i know it
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
He's on my fantasy team...
I don’t care my teams in last.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions
I can't wait to see the pitch count
after this inning is over. WOOHOO
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:57 PM CDT reply actions
First Haren now Peavy
Cubs are putting the NL on Notice
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
NL is dead to me.
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
LOL
yea, bring on the inter-league already. This is getting boring. Wait….
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Lilly has been a giant killer
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Lilly swings like a girl :)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
i never said i didnt, just said he swings like a girl :) but hey, Girls can play baseball too...
I saw A league of there own :)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
He does swing like a girl.
I won’t deny that. It doesn’t mean you don’t respect him.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions
BREAKING NEWS: Aurora attacked by "Giant Glowing Egg"
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
If someone told me before today's game
Peavy would have 7 k’s through 3 innings and be down 4-0 i’d laugh at em. I love this game
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:03 PM CDT reply actions
Here we go...
The unlucky fourth inning.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 8:05 PM CDT reply actions
Johnson extends his lead.
Johnson: .252/.338/.319, .657 OPS
Lilly: .230/.285/.307,.592 OPS
There’s still a chance for Lilly to turn it around tonight, though!
this won't be needed soon
when the almighty edmonds comes to town
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Lilly definately has an advantage now!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
well .231 is much better than .000
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Well I'll go ahead and give Edmonds a game or two first to get his feet wet!
I’m not just some cold, calculating robot. I’m a warm robot!
Anyone see Manny''s catch today?
If not, here it is:
http://mlb.mlb.com/media/video.jsp?mid=200805142699480
I know the guy is a knucklehead, but you gotta love him, he really is entertaining
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion
really
are we all ready for A-Ram being A-Ram now?
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Seems like Theodores FB
has found its missing velocity
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Lilly has 17 K's in two games so far
that’s pretty good
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
pretty good? Damn good!
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions
damn good would be 18
IMO
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
lilly looks bueno
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
After a slow start...
He’s been hot lately.
by wrigleyrocker12 on May 14, 2008 8:09 PM CDT reply actions
he's like the soriano of the pitching staff right now
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
can I help you? No thanks, just looking
8 K’s
Is that really a Hatori Hansu bat?
Lilly is looking 2007esque
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
you know if you were a man I'd punch you
Audrey are you listening!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
you know I've been meaning to tell you
you might want to lay low for a while because your probably wanted for murder..
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Excellent. No seemed to catch my
raccoon in the copier reference earlier…
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
sex panther. its illegal in nine countries. it works 60 percent of the time everytime
Brian I have to be honest with you, it smells like pure gasoline
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
Stings the nostril
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
SD lineup
is horrible – and lilly is getting in groove
only guy the pads can hit: marquis
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
the pads should be replaced with everyone
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
or not
so we can own them
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
The Riot base hit up the middle
Is that really a Hatori Hansu bat?
boo Soriano pops out!!
what a waste
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
lol decent play by peavy
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
I dunno, i don't think this soriano kid's gonna make it.
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
Greene is one ugly man..... I mean im no Tom Cruise but DAMN!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
Lilly to Peavy:
I see your 7 k’s and I’ll raise you 1. like mickey D’s… I’M LOVIN IT
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:13 PM CDT reply actions
This isn't just a Lilly/Johnson issue, though.
Prior to tonight’s game:
Cubs pitchers: .211/.375/.263, .638
Cubs center fielders: .253/.337/.307, .644
That’s a whole six point difference in OPS!
maybe we should sign jim edmonds
to bolster our CF offense!
and prior to bolster our pitching offense!
all padres!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
And we're in first place:
Proving you don’t need offensive production from CF, a position where defense is king.
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
Ignore me.
Cubs pitchers hitting .190/.200/.286 as a whole. Marquis needs to step it up to make these numbers more respectable.
You're making my head spin!
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Peavy
doing his best Jim Edmonds impersonation with that unnecessary dive
plenty more where that came from
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
I can see Edmonds in his first game doing an acrobatic dive into the ivy
done for the year..
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
I'd be ok with the Cubs spending $260,000
and Edmonds getting hurt first game. Would take him out of the equation for life.
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
lee
is in a pretty massive funk
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
sure would like to see a hit and run
to get Lee goin. Not with 2 strikes obviously, but earlier in the count
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:16 PM CDT reply actions
K
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
i miss MDBNIU's musk
sorry i missed the anchorman string above
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
why don't we not wear a bra next time
Lanolen…..like sheeps wool?
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
these pants are broken
i’m gonna have to take these back to the pants store
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
don't act like your not impressed
oh this is awkward..
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
great oden's raven! Its actually a "smelly" pirate hooker
but i’ll let it pass..
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
what did the bad man do ron?
the bad man punted baxter!!
I’m in a glass case of emotion!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
I bet he's on and watching.
Just waiting for someone to make a bad play.
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
dont know how yall feel but i think we should give therot a rest every now and thenq
to keep him sharp all year
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
ditto soto
i’m obsessed!
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
Not sure who these announcers are for SD ....
But the guy who said he went to Joliet Catholic is devaluing that diploma like a champ.
One of the positives of the MLB package is hearing the terrible announcers for other teams …makes me appreciate Len and Bob even more.
probably a Sox fan growing up -- big shock he is sub-par
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions
it was only a matter of time before he stared hitting
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
I'll go ahead and add this little nugget...
...and throw in the caveat that it’s a small sample size:
Soriano, walks per PA:
2008: .061
2007: .050
Career: .053
wow, maybe the walking plague
is contagious?
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion
lots of swings and misses this game
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Really glad we got lilly instead of zito...
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
um
AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Amen to that!
Be the best. No negativity, no weakness, no acquiescence to fear or disaster, no errors of ignorance, no evasion from reality. -- Jeff Buckley
by bluebythebook on May 14, 2008 8:26 PM CDT up reply actions
yea like the three years that zito is sucking after lillys contract is done
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
yeah, and getting paid like $20 mil per sucky year
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion
No, no I can tell you right now...
...that Zito probably signed the worst contract in baseball. No need to wait on that!
in baseball HISTORY
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
lets have some fun with this bullpen!!!
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
i'm surprised peavy was taken out
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Smart managing.
Pitchers tend to get worse each time through the order, so the difference between Peavy (esp. tonight) and any of their relievers isn’t as great as you might expect. And this is a big at-bat for them, down four runs.
agree
just he is very good
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Catch Johnson
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
How do you think Edmonds would've handled that catch ...?
Over the shoulder diving catch ?
Broken Hip?
both
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Tim White
I love it
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Temoc Blanco
vaguely resembles Lou Piniella
Lilly out of synch in this inning
come on..
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
got to bear down here
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
NOOOOOO
damn! should soto have handled it?
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
I wish we would have put his
body in front of it
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
Soriano had him nailed.....
....short high hop to Soto though….tough one.
Felix Pie must play everyday!
Ugh..
good throw, bad hop..lets get out of this!
4-3
Poop.
Be the best. No negativity, no weakness, no acquiescence to fear or disaster, no errors of ignorance, no evasion from reality. -- Jeff Buckley
damnit...
second damn game in a row that the pitcher is unraveling with a lead..
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUB!!!!!!!!!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
det yllil
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
Kill me now
i can’t take this 2 nights in a row
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:33 PM CDT reply actions
get this effin batter out now
geez!!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
lilly was cruising...
i wish these guys would just do their job
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
who didn't do their job?
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
Ted Lilly:
80 pitches.
"This is the kind of thing … that makes you want to see the Chicago Cubs team lose." Marty Brennaman
alright we got out of it thank god
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
son of a bitch........................
that could have been bad
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
so I can stop tap dancing on the ledge...
good, i’m a horrible dancer
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions
not sure
about that called third strike but i’ll take it ….need to tack on some runs
Soto framed that perfectly.....
Brenly was explaining the nice job he did…..
Felix Pie must play everyday!
Y'know, I always take whatever Brenly says about that sort of stuff with a grain of salt...
...just because sometimes he’ll start to get a bit unhinged and start talking about how a good catcher can cure cancer or raise the dead, and it makes me question his objectivity on the subject.
word
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
nice!
wow…k lilly just get us 6 and 3er that is a QS
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
i LOVE dome
this guy is my favorite kosuke EVERRRRR!!!!!!!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
i like dome
very solid
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
GEOOOOOOOOOOO! 6-3!!!
Be the best. No negativity, no weakness, no acquiescence to fear or disaster, no errors of ignorance, no evasion from reality. -- Jeff Buckley
call the FBI!
cause Soto just BOMBED the Padres pitchin!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
WOOOOOOOWEEEEEEEEEEEEWOOOOOOW
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Go Soto is a monster...
An absolute animal behind the plate….
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
Call the bank!
cause we got insurance!
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
blue croos blue shield insurance runs
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
santo was awesome on that call
whispering “YES! YES!!”
game over! - ARAM FOR MVP on May 5, 2008 7:32 PM EDT (down 3-0 to the Reds in the 1ST INNING)
That HR
Apparently left Santo without the ability to speak for a minute or two. He just needed about 5 attempts to say “neediest.”
dont worry lilly will park one
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Lilly needs to go ahead and establish himself as more than just a righty masher here...
...and show everyone he’s a complete hitter.
BTW...
...just so that everyone understands, while I’m rooting for Lilly here, I don’t root against Johnson.
I just pull for Lilly to go yard.
my favorite soto ever!!!!!!
him and my wife are the only reason i like puerto ricans (ps i’m venezuelan my family have ongoing jokes about PR’s for many reasons – we have many PR friends its in good fun)
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
Welcome to Wrigley Ledezma
"I played with one of the best pitchers in history, Greg Maddux," Zambrano said"
That bastard
with that ugly disgusting White Sux jacket is back behind home plate, can we get an usher please…..
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
Lilly should slide a pitch his way
2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?
like most sox fans that I know...
always gotta be ‘that’ guy. what a waste of a good ticket
I'm kind of a big deal
by chi-townbleacherbum on May 14, 2008 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Apparently White Sux fans
Have forgotten what watching First Place baseball is like :)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
Has he ben actin' a fool?
"In all the categories that you pay the most attention to, except the loss column, we're doing very well" - Jim Hendry
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