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Overflow Thread: Cubs vs. Cardinals, Friday 5/2, 7:15 CT

The Cubs have lost five of their last seven. Time to turn that around.

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5 of the last 7??

I didn’t think it was that bad…

by GoCubbies34 on May 2, 2008 8:45 PM CDT reply actions  

what's great is...

that we are still at/near the top of the division and best record in mlb – we’re money

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh i'm not worried...

Last year though, when we were losing and things were tight later in the year, losing 5 of 7 sounds horrible…

This year though, the losses so far don’t seem to hurt as much.

by GoCubbies34 on May 2, 2008 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

How bout a run or two boys.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Ok, our luck changes with the change in game thread.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions  

yes!

fifth post!

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 8:46 PM CDT reply actions  

first

reply to the fifth post!

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

scary...

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

yes!

third reply!

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

damnit!

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

SS Theriot

works to a full count, but bounces out to Pujols at 1B. 1 out.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks for the play by play

My work computer can’t handle Gameday and I was hoping someone would be doing that tonight!

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Glad to help.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

i would LOVE

to see rrrrrRONNY in that top spot

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm not

so sure of onedec’s turn around to ask for that…

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

1B Lee

grounds to Izterrible, 6-3. 2 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions  

gonna need a HR to tie this game up

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:49 PM CDT reply actions  

My PxP is brought to you tonight by

Man, it takes a long time to eat when you’re trying to keep up with the game. I only just now finished my three tacos, in the top of the 6th!

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:50 PM CDT reply actions  

Probably a good thing

I can’t imagine stomaching the first inning with a belly full of Mexican food.

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's not like DLee swung at a bad pitch or anything.

He hit it well, just right at someone.

Go Astros!

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 8:50 PM CDT reply actions  

feek

aram hit on hand

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

3B Ramirez

is HBP on an inside off-speed. Off the hand, Ramirez is hurting.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

Down on one knee, trainer out immediately.

According t othe replay, that’s off the front edge of his left wrist. (Front edge defined by if you put your hand out flat, horizontal to the ground and perpendicular to your line of sight.)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

not good

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

I think that's broken.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

oh no

please no broken things!

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

pay back is a bitch wainwright!!!!!

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

owie

Fukudometer: Created 3/31/08 Wrigley Debut 4/5/08 WGN and Japan TV Debut 4/6/08 Sun Times Debut: 4/20/08

by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

ARam out for awhile

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:51 PM CDT reply actions  

Jump...

to conclusions?

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Jump to conclusions?!

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

who me?

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

is it now ok to drill izturis?

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 8:52 PM CDT reply actions  

he appears to be ok......whewww

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:52 PM CDT reply actions  

A Ram

staying in the game

Fukudometer: Created 3/31/08 Wrigley Debut 4/5/08 WGN and Japan TV Debut 4/6/08 Sun Times Debut: 4/20/08

by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 8:52 PM CDT reply actions  

he'll be fine

he was moving it around out as a precaution

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Usually to test for the wrist they test the grip

I didn’t see him grab the trainers hand.. or did I miss it?

by GoCubbies34 on May 2, 2008 8:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, but it's swelling up fast.

He could barely put his batting glove on his hand. I foresee a Cedeno appearance.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

correction

they left him in

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Lou pulls a Yost

and leaves him in the game. Kidding. Too soon?

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Aram mans up!

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Could use a triple Dome.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 8:53 PM CDT reply actions  

RF Fukudome

flies out to Schumaker in LF. One left. Bottom 6.

ChC 1
STL 2

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:54 PM CDT reply actions  

are MLB pitchers

starting to get his number?

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Will Lieber plunk someone?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 8:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Why?

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, I know it wouldn't be smart.

But just to send a message?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

What's the message?

“I, Lou Piniella, am an idiot?”

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Because one of your best hitters just got nailed up

by a pitcher with impecobile control…that’s why…hell yeah I plunk someone!!!! Even if it wasn’t intentional….this team could use a little spark

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

No

There is no way that was intentional

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Who cares if it wasn't intentional

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Who are you, Ned Yost?

Getting drawn into a beanball war helped him lose a game to the Cards last year. Focus on the task at hand.

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol

I love it whenever Yost gets invoked.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

called baseball boys

one of your best hitters gets nailed, it’s not uncommon for a Manager to hit an oppossing hitter to send a message…been happening for about a century now…

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Um, yeah. . . .

The message that we’re macho. Manly. And not focused on the game.

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

when you

start managing a baseball team you can do whatever you like.

by sue369 on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wainwright is cruising.

Not a guy you want to spot a lead, especially now that work not really working counts.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 8:54 PM CDT reply actions  

I thought lefties hit Wainwright?

Fuku can’t find his stroke tonight.

by Itchy on May 2, 2008 8:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Right now no one hits Wainwright.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

he gets good wood on the outs

but he needs to show some more power in games like this…again, love the guy but clutch power is missing since opening day

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:55 PM CDT reply actions  

wainwright is THIS 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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Yep.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

can we give izturis a fine how do you do?

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions  

UPDATE

Tejada, Berkman, Lee went back-to-back-to-back off Carlos Villanueva of Milwaukee. 6-4 Astros. Yipes.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Grounder

1 out. Up comes Wainwright.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions  

But we crushed him in the past......oh well....back to more Lieber......

we will get to them I just believe it…....maybe a Soto homerun?

by razzpunk on May 2, 2008 8:56 PM CDT reply actions  

SP Wainwright

pops out to Lee. 2 out.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:57 PM CDT reply actions  

CUBS BULLPEN

45 Sean Marshall LHP

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions  

2B Ryan

Doubles over Lee’s head down the RF line. Soft liner, just fair, Lee lunged for it but missed by a foot. Just good placement. Still 2 down.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions  

I really hate this Cardinals team...

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Which Cardinals teams have you liked?

; )

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

LOL

got me there

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

IBB comiam.ng up.

And why would you ever like a Cardinals’ team?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

DOME

bobbles again? What’s wrong with him???

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 8:58 PM CDT reply actions  

ryan

is a pesky beast – HE is a true scrappy doo much scrappier than riot

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT reply actions  

PITCHING CHANGE

IN: 45 Marshall LHP
OUT: 32 Lieber RHP

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT reply actions  

clap clap clap Lieber

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT reply actions  

indeed

the anti-hill

------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Marshal in

Lieber out. But who is going to pitch after Marshal?

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 8:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Isn't Marmol out tonight?

Hasn’t he pitched two or three nights in a row?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sorry I was working last game

but it was a day game and didnt he only pitch like 7 pitches?

by GoCubbies34 on May 2, 2008 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

in the 7th?

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Crazy like a Chad Fox, of course!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

For Marshall to pitch 3 innings

the Cubs better score very quickly

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lieber pitched pretty damn good

3 and 2 thirds of 0 runs. Noice.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:00 PM CDT reply actions  

(Still on the hook for Ryan at 2B.)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

(knock on wood)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

no pun intended

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Exactly.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

And thank you, Buzz Killington.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

not anymore. :)

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

NEW PITCHER

45 Sean Marshall LHP
2008: 3.60 ERA, 5 IP, 3 H, 3 BB, 2 SO

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:01 PM CDT reply actions  

10th APP

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Soto is to catching

what the statue of David is to sculpting.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:03 PM CDT reply actions  

missing parts?

or naked?

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

I guess that's not the one that's missing parts, is it?

My bad, I’m not up to date on my sculptural art.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Can I say I'm starting to have a mancrush on Soto?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

You may.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Venus de milo

was probably on your brain.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

You are correct, sir.

I applaud you and your Demetri Martin fanhood.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

incousciant.

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

I looked that up

and that word is not in my dictionary.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

I may have misspelled it.

`

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Scrumptrilescent.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am left to assume

My dictionary is no match for your vocabulary. I doft my cap.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

You on Soto is like :

a 18yr old on prom night when the dress hits the floor….

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

HEY-O!!!!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Awkward crying for 30 minutes after a 5-second seizure?

Thanks for bringing up that experience again for me, jerk.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

no problem...

But I didnt think you would have a problem recalling last nights events….

jk jk jk

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

IT'S A COMMON PROBLEM! JEEZE

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am NEVER...

sending my kids to Penn State….

No wonder they call it Happy Valley….

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

LF Schumaker

strikes out on a ball in the dirt, Soto 2-3. Inning over. Strand Ryan at 1B, completing Lieber’s outing.

To the 7th.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:03 PM CDT reply actions  

alright!

lets get some runs!

------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 9:04 PM CDT reply actions  

2B DeRosa

flies to Ludwick in deep RF, few feet shy of the track. 1 out.

Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager

by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions  

lazy flyball

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

So Roger Clemens slept with Jon Daly's wife...rumor from my room mate....

way off topic but Rocket you need to get some better taste in your mistresses….must be the roids

by razzpunk on May 2, 2008 9:05 PM CDT reply actions  

this came out

severay days ago man…there was another girl besides her and the country lady also

CLEMENS’s WHORES:

3 and counting

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

eek

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

well three bases off

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

gonna call a K unfortunately

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:07 PM CDT reply actions  

False.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Here comes another K by Pie

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

f*cker!

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

with the pitching change

I bet Lou pinch hits. Cedeno?

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

dumb

soto knows how to shorten up when he has to – try being pos-pos-POSITIVE

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

I mean Johnson

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol

nice audible – i hope for better but he’s been cold

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

C Dreamboat

lines a base hit to CF! commence swooning

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:07 PM CDT reply actions  

I love that man!

Soto, that is.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:07 PM CDT reply actions  

he is inhuman

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

If I had a billion dollars for every hit Soto has had today,

I’d have two billion dollars.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Could I borrow a billion?

You’d still have a billion.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

Only because it's you

anyone else, I’d say no.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

these cardinals announcers are misinformed

“soto came out of nowhere, he never hit well in the minors”

ummm, he won player of the year in the PCL, dude. But yeah, didn’t hit well.

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by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah, but before last season...

...he didn’t. He really did come out of nowhere.

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

dude, you're taking their side?

with friends like these….. :)

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by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

CRAZY TONY PITCHING CHANGE

IN: 34 Randy Flores LHP (I think)
OUT: 50 Wainwright RHP (82 pitches)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:08 PM CDT reply actions  

agreed

the lefty matchup totally not worth it w/how adam is cruising! but i digress and gladly approve of this move

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

In comes Johnson

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:10 PM CDT reply actions  

In HOU top 7, 2 on 1 out

6-4.

Square D scoreboard during pitching change . . .

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 9:11 PM CDT reply actions  

NEW PITCHER

34 Randy Flores
2008: 0-0, 0.00 ERA, 6.2 IP, 5 H, 6 BB / 6 SO

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:11 PM CDT reply actions  

PINCH-HITTER

IN: 9 Reed Johnson PH®
OUT: 20 Felix Pie CF (L)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:11 PM CDT reply actions  

Why is "PH"

trademarked?

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

( R )

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

I shoulda known that.

Weird though.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, I can't turn it off.

I always forget.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

PH Johnson

grounds to Izterrible, FC at 2nd, Johnson safe at 1st. 2 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:12 PM CDT reply actions  

worthless

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:12 PM CDT reply actions  

ONEDEC!!!!!!!!!

Go for it.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Johnsons stock is dropping

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:12 PM CDT reply actions  

PINCH-HITTER

IN: 5 Ronny Cedeno PH®
OUT: 45 Sean Marshall P (L)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:12 PM CDT reply actions  

ONEDEC TIME

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:13 PM CDT reply actions  

DAMN IT LOU

if he takes out ronny just for the matchup…

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Cedeno and all 55 pounds of him is now at-bat

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:13 PM CDT reply actions  

That Chili is nottt .....sitting well

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

CRAZY TONY STRIKES AGAIN

IN: 46 Kyle McClellan RHP

Let’s meet Kyle, shall we?
DOB: June 12, 1984
Florrisant, MO
ROOKIE

1.72 ERA, 7 HLD, 15.2 IP, 2 BB / 13 SO, 0.89 WHIP
0-1, 1 SV

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Never pitched above AA prior to 2008.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Got his shoe size?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Just like a Cardinal

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

uh oh.

Howry’s coming in next inning?

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by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions  

ump flinched

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by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions  

PH Cedeno

vs the new pitcher McClellan. (Once again Tony showing that proclivity for burning through his bullpen with a recent ratio of one pitcher per hitter!)

Cedeno works to a full count against the rookie RH. Johnson will be running. Cedeno drops a bloop single into CF! Tying run 90 feet away, runners at the corners for …....

ALFONSO SORIANO

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions  

now's the time, Sori.

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cedeno working the count

3-2

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by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions  

ONEDEC!

''As long as he doesn't talk World Series, I'm happy.'' Lou Piniella on Ronny Cedeno.

by CubsBullsBears on May 2, 2008 9:17 PM CDT reply actions  

two on

for you know..

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

When its going your way

its going your way. Way to go Ronny!

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

nice job ronny

nice easy swing

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

CEDENO!!!

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

ONE TIME SORIANOOOOOOOOO

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

ONAIROS up to bat

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

THERE IT IS

can i say “i told theriot so”?

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

No pressure

Alfonso

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

THERE IT IS

can i say “i told theriot so”?

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions  

The Man is up

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions  

hes got it this time

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Uuf, nasty slider

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Slider in the dirt coming

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Called it...

and he swung at it

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by CubsBullsBears on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

OVER THE CURVE BALL

got the dirt part right

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

this guy is brutal

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

LF Soriano

“Cedeno takes a strike” on the 1-0 pitch, according to Pat. Whoops!

“Sorideño” strikes out on a breaking ball. Cubs strand 2.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

sigh..................

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

GOD DAMMIT!

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

What a waste of money

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm trying really F*cking hard

not to hate this Sh*tbird!

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions  

like he's never seen a fucking curve ball in the fucking dirt!!!!!!

That’s all this clown sees with 2 strikes!!!!!!! IDIOT!!!!!!

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:21 PM CDT reply actions  

GOSH

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

HAHAHAHA

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

EXACTLY

it is getting to be a travesty – i worry that he is entering andruw jones territory. i hope he gets his ass chewed out by lou at the press conference tonight JEBUUUUUS!!!!!!!!!

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

EVERYBODY KNOWS

to get him out, throw a curve down the middle with two strikes!

DAMN IT MFKR AHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:21 PM CDT reply actions  

how complicated can the soriano scouting report be?

“Umm, so he can’t hit a breaking ball to save his life. And he’ll swing at anything low or outside.”

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by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 9:21 PM CDT reply actions  

RUN IT OUT!

Isn’t that 2 times now he’s stood there like a friggin idiot!

by GoTwins on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

At least we got through his spot in the lineup.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions  

this statement really says it all

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

fvck you soriano!! you suck

Devin Hester, you are rediculous! -Jeff Joniak

by ARAM FOR MVP on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions  

unbelievable

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Patience is starting to run a little thin... just a little bit though

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Again it is sure nice to allow Soriano to get his batting practice in real game situations

where he can screw our chances of winning….oh wait Bob Howry is here to put this game to sleep…...

by razzpunk on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions  

NEW PITCHER

62 HOWRY COW! RHP

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions  

From now on...

He is Alfonso to me.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh, God. Howry, we need you now.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions  

seriously.....

how much are we paying this guy to swing 3 times an at bat?

"you know they cant loses 162 consecutive games"

by 1021piestrikesout on May 2, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions  

rAMirez is out

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions  

why cant lou just rip his ass apart?!

Devin Hester, you are rediculous! -Jeff Joniak

by ARAM FOR MVP on May 2, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions  

DEFENSIVE CHANGE

IN: 17 Mike Fontenot 2B
MOVE: 7 Mark DeRosa 3B
OUT: 16 Aramis Ramirez 3B

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions  

What? Seriously?

Burn Cedeno as a pinch hitter, and then use Fontenot as the defensive replacement? What the hell.

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

I know, cwyers, I know.

I know Ramirez got hit, but, come on, Lou. Keep Cedeno in.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

can i ask

WHY

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Tough error for D-Lee

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Only two people have hits in this game.

Lee, Fukudome, Theriot, DeRosa, Pie, Ramirez… all hitless. Ramirez has the only walk of that group. Why does everyone only get angry at Soriano?

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions  

You make a good point.

But all the others didn’t make outs with
RISP.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's his body language and stubbornness

He basically just gave up when he struck out instead of running.

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

what was that CW

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ha ha ha

Oh, wait – you’re not kidding, are you?

Saoory

There’s another reason right there!!!!!!!!!!!

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

no he wasn't

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

That Error

answers your question

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

I didn't say anything against Sori

but I find his approach at the plate and on the field pretty bad. At least if he was a bit more self-critical.

by zevkalman on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

CF Ankiel

grounds to Lee, eats him up, hard play, off the glove. They give him an E on it, Pat and Ron disagree. Quick, bad hop. Runner at 1st on the E3.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions  

And now all the crap starts to fall....

Ramirez is taken out…his broken wrist is probably hurting….Soriano continues to suck…Howry will now melt down…...so sad…how long will Ramirez be out????

by razzpunk on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions  

What a pile of crap!

Why didn’t he spend a couple games getting some practice at Iowa?? Because we have shitty management that just enables that worthless fuck!!

by Itchy on May 2, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions  

1B Pujols

flies out to LF, Soriano drops the ball.

Wow. Everyone safe, runners at 1B and 2B, nobody out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT reply actions  

wow............................

Soriano looks like shit

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT reply actions  

SWINGS LIKE SHIT

TAKES SHIT ROUTES TO FLY BALLS, HAS NO CONCEPT OF THE STRIKE ZONE.

CWYERS, what don’t you get?!?

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Alright, man, take it easy.

Breathe.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

As high as you think others'

expectations are of him, yours are diametrically low. With big paychecks come big expectations, right, Mr. Zito?

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nice job Sori

You are a giant pile of shit!

by Itchy on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT reply actions  

soriano go to hell!!!

Devin Hester, you are rediculous! -Jeff Joniak

by ARAM FOR MVP on May 2, 2008 9:25 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm speechless.

Good thing I can type.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano grimaced

Watch your McDonalds Milkshakes

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh sweet Jesus

Catch the fucking ball. Come on

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

RULING: HIT for Pujols

Should have been caught. Soriano misjudged it, tried to sprint to his left to recover. Tried to stab at it, off his glove. Howry didn’t deserve that.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

that was no sprint.

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Crack some heads, Lou!

Man, Bob has to be biting his tongue with this “style” of play.

by Dave in the basement on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

OOps!

I spoke too soon. Go get ‘em Bob!

by Dave in the basement on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Only thing to do..

Photobucket

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball"

by Bump Bailey on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Not sure this is totally appropriate

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Why

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Play Hangman?

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

THIS IS OUTRAGEOUS

SOMEBODY TELL HIM TO GO F*CK HIMSELF IF HE DOESN’T WANT TO ADJUST AND FIGURE HIS SHIT OUT GAWD

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano should have gone to Iowa for a few games

Brenly hit the nail on the head

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

I see the *BOAT*

Is still a liability in the OF….and chance of the Cubs playing in the AL EASt?

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

"But when he gets hot, he can carry a team"

the default response to the rest of the season when Sorry-ano leaves RBI’s on the bases.

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by BigJohnAZ on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

it's the default response

because it’s true. We don’t get to the 2007 post-season without him.

this is hard to watch, however.

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Does he realize...

he’s supposed to catch balls?

"you know they cant loses 162 consecutive games"

by 1021piestrikesout on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Bob telling it how it is...

“He is NOT ready to play baseball right now”

''As long as he doesn't talk World Series, I'm happy.'' Lou Piniella on Ronny Cedeno.

by CubsBullsBears on May 2, 2008 9:26 PM CDT reply actions  

3B Glaus

strikes out as Howry tries to recover. 1 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Brenly

just said Soriano shouldn’t be playing

"Everything that rises must converge"

by jpalaska on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Howry looks to be throwing the ball better on the bright side

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Shhhh! Don't jinx it.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol i know

I’ll never learn

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Brenly giving it to the Cubs for not having Sori play some minor league

to get his head back in the game.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Why is Brenly so testy today?

Did some brat kick his seatback on the entire flight or what?

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

he drove down by himself he said

maybe that made him sad or lonely and he is turning it into anger

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Stating the truth does not equal being testy

In the middle of a good time, Truth gave me her icy kiss. Look around, you must be joking. All that way, all that way for this -Oysterband

by Ross on May 2, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Didn't say he was lying.

He’s just usually not this up-front when things are bad.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

After three deep breaths

I know Alfonso will probably hit close to .280 and hit at least 20 HR’s eventually. But right now he looks absolutely clueless, horrible, pathetic, and lost.

That is less than defendable. To try to do so is myopic at best.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT reply actions  

$13M for .280 and 20HR

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah whats that about?

I WANT SOMEBODY ELSE

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wuertz with the high heat

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:27 PM CDT reply actions  

lol

didn’t know you could pitch twice in a game :-)

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wow, I mean Howry*

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sometimes how I want the game to go

and how the game is actually going get intertwined

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wuertz????

He pitched earlier.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm through defending Soriano on here

he is just horrible.

Bleeding Cubbie Blue since 1985.

by Bricks and Ivy on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions  

F&^K

Does he realize 0-5 is unacceptable from the LEADOFF spot.

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey, that's going to happen

No one is going to get a hit every day. That’s not the problem

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sori's approach is pretty poor

In batting and in fielding. He’s an embarrassment to the team.

by zevkalman on May 2, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Then what is?

It certainly wasn’t the pitching tonight….

I’ll be glad to dump it on the advance scouts…....BUT…this is supposed to be the best offense in the majors.

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Adam F&*(ing WHO?

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Amen Bob!

Now he’s questioning Lou’s substitutions. This train is off it’s tracks

by Itchy on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions  

I need me a Ramirez update....I am sooooooooooo worried about his wrist......

it would totally suck if he is out…......and why in the hell isn’t Cedeno still in…...Lou is losing his mind…....

by razzpunk on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions  

If that's the case, I stick my head in the oven and turn it on.

Could get ugly, though, since we have an electric oven.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'd be really surprised if his wrist isn't broken.

That was one of the worst hbp I’ve seen in a while. And I think he was hit in a similar spot about a week ago.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Got to be bruised, even if it isn't broken.

I bet he misses the rest of the series in St. Louis.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think Sori was trying to hop while he was catching that.

BTW—IIRC it was Sori that didn’t want to go to Iowa for a few games.

by zevkalman on May 2, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions  

It's his own damn fault if he's injured

He has no excuse for having any type of injury right now. He was on the fucking DL, he could have taken more time if he wanted to, and actually rehab.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

keep the ball down bobby

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions  

I really think the lineup should be

Theriot SS
DeRosa 2b
Lee 1b
Ramirez 3b
Fukudome RF
Soto C
Soriano LF
Pie//Johnson CF

It should be like this until Soriano atleast looks good at the plate

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions  

RF Ludwick

flies out to his Japanese counterpart in RF. 2 out. BIG OUT for Howry.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:30 PM CDT reply actions  

"Sorryano"

That’s what my wife just called Soriano.

She didn’t like that play in LF.

"I lof to hit de home ron!"

by Tekboy on May 2, 2008 9:30 PM CDT reply actions  

hahahaha

what was that CW

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT reply actions  

That's it

CUT HIS ASS!

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Molina

flies DEEP to LF, Soriano dropped the ball again. It bounces off the warning track and enters the seats for a G-R double. TAKE HIM OUT, NOW.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT reply actions  

alfonSO SORIano

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT reply actions  

unbelievable

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT reply actions  

ha ha ha

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Please take him out....

Now. In the middle of the inning. Please.

''As long as he doesn't talk World Series, I'm happy.'' Lou Piniella on Ronny Cedeno.

by CubsBullsBears on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaargh

i FEEL LIKE cHARLIE bROWN!!!!

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA

I defy anyone to write that off as “OK”.

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

HOLY SHIT

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Is it just me? I'm back from surgery ....

Crikey … is it just me or has this damn team tanked since Soriano came off the DL? Not only can he not hit in any type of RBI situation, his impatience at the plate almost seems contagious.

It’s like the other eight men on the field and in the batter’s box are playing another game.

BB is right. Soriano has no business playing on a major league team right now.

GEAUX THERIOT!

by Little Rock Ryno Fan on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

he looks lost

Bob and len say. And I agree. This inning is totally NOT Howry’s fault. No excuse for not catching that.

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by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano has officially tanked

2008 Cubs: Why Beat A Team in Regulation, when you can beat them in extras?

by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Seriously -

he may have lost his starting job today, if not for just a litte while

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Howry's thrown 5 outs so far

and has 2 men on base and an unearned run in to show for it. This is nuts.

by ChipSet on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

the bad news is he didn't get hurt on the hop

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

New Score

ChC 1
STL 3

Soriano doing his best to keep his cool in LF.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Boy, he's digging himself a hole right now.

Not to mention digging a hole for the Cubs.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions  

you're reaching.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

k, see ya

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ha ha. LMAO.

How much is he making? 182 million dollars?

by zevkalman on May 2, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sorry, Sue ...

I didn’t mean to poison the Kool-Aide!

GEAUX THERIOT!

by Little Rock Ryno Fan on May 2, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions  

now this is the Cubs i've come to know and love

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions  

I cant wait

until Soriano starts heating up and all of you fuckin haters start commenting on how awesome he is

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions  

stfu

------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

FUCK YOU TOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

stfu dewsch bag

he sucks

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah he totally sucks

just look at his career stats

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

So

you think that his career performance doesnt matter

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

yea

its only may

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Easy guys.

We’re all cheering for the same team here. It’s just that WE’RE ALL BUMMED OUT.

Play nice together now.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Can they at least move him back to second

Hes gotta do less damage there, right????

by bren on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'd prefer

he play consistenly, not have two months of amazing play and four months of total garbage

by dmlichte on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dude, Seriously

Even if he does heat up and win a few games for us. This potential loss is 99.9% Soriano’s fault.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

NOPE

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

SHOW ME THE MONEY

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Soriano

will be better, what exactly do you expect from him?

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

What did i say

all you haters can shut the fuck up

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

Alright, watch your language.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

no

problem

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thanks

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

sorry

i was just irritated by almost everyone here

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

It happens, just be careful.

and go Cubs.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

It gets like that often

it’s hard to not respond to some of the comments you see here. Eh, you get used to it and ignore a little more and more after a while.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

i understand

ive been on this site since 2005, but sometimes i still cant handle myself, lol

"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue" - George F. Will

by tizzle on May 2, 2008 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

I love Lou...

... but he needs to take control of his freaking team!

by dmlichte on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions  

It makes me sick...

Seeing someone like Reed Johnson almost risk his life for an out…. and Soriano just “glides” cooly over to the ball and whiffs it. Horrible.

''As long as he doesn't talk World Series, I'm happy.'' Lou Piniella on Ronny Cedeno.

by CubsBullsBears on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Adam F%$'en WHO.....

Is a AA Pitcher….NO EXCUSE…for this performance…..

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Are you talking about Wainwright?

He’s been sick since last AS game

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

So....you admit....

The Cubs are out-front-officed….and out coached and out-scouted,,,,,?

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Just sayin

Wainwright is better than a AA pitcher

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

What?

Other teams can’t have good players?

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Izterrible iz still terrible, strikes out called.

Howry gives up a ridiculous run.

ChC 1
STL 3

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Now all I need to get suicidal is...

for Izturis to get a hit. But he k’s. That’s the Ceasar we know and love.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions  

What I want to know is...

...do people think that Soriano lost the ability to play baseball during the offesason? What?

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions  

There's evidence

that such an event has occurred.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well...

I think we already know the answer to that.

Remember when he said he was only 80% during ST? I do not think he or a lot of players do a lick of getting ready in the month before ST. I think they come into ST the way I came into preseason HS football….

He does not care.

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

I've seen a real decline and continued lack of discipline in him for the past two years.

When he was younger he could make up for it—his swing was a little faster and his eyes were a bit better. I watched him here in DC. He was always a spoiled child, but at least he could hit here.

by zevkalman on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

i think it is obvious

that guy is LOST – everyone knows how to pitch to him, his bat is too heavy, he can’t run anymore, he’s out of position, he shows no passion, gets down on himself over every screwup, and the manager or DLee wont sit him down and tell him to GET HIS SHIT TOGETHER

i think the only way he turns it around is if somebody says “man, you are getting PAID to suck balls – go earn your keep by acting like you are blessed to play this damn game!”

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe - just maybe -

he was overrarted to begin with. Why is it OK to think he’s having a rough couple of seasons? Maybe he was having exemplary career-type years before he got here, and this is the REAL Alfonso? Is that so hard to believe?

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, the last SIX SEASONS...

...have been just a fluke, and he’s really the next Mario Mendoza at the plate. Are you serious?

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

I respect cwyers

as a poster. But really, isn’t the effort so far this year acceptable of a starter?
I know the guys trying, but after tonight how can a reasonable person defend Alfonso deserves to bat leadoff?

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

I do, too - his blog is great, as well.

But carrying this torch for Soriano is ridiculous

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pls auto-translate the above post to English

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes, I am

Every player’s numbers start to decline at some point. This may be his time, for all we know. You don’t know, and neither do I. Point is, he’s being paid to play a lot better than he is, so he has to get his s**t together and figure out what’s wrong on his own. It’s not Lou’s job or anyone else’s. That’s payroll that could be used on a legit #4 or #5 SP, or a real closer.

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't think last season . . .

was rough—he still hit 30+ HRs despite the injuries. However, the way I view him is that, “he is, what he is.” He’s a free swinging power hitter with a low OBP, who also happens to be a streaky hitter. One of the streakiest I’ve ever seen. He also has a cannon arm, but can’t catch anything. The threat of the HR is an asset to the lineup, however, he shouldn’t be hitting leadoff. So, what does one do with the remaining 7+ years?

by peterman on May 2, 2008 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

He’s a free swinging power hitter with a low OBP

Not the ideal guy for the 1-hole, huh?

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nope not at all

I’m willing to compromise there, because if they absolutely insist on batting him first, then fukudome needs to bat in front of lee and ramirez. so, bat him 3rd, lee 4th, a-ram 5th. That may eventually need to happen anyway, as OBP>speed.

by peterman on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good thing...

He really would have messed it up had it hit his glove…and bounced off

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions  

haha no kidding, almost a HR!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

never happen

how can ANYONEdefend a total worthless piece of dogshit like him?

by plenz on May 2, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions  

Brenly really stepping out

Just said (paraphrase)’just need to get out of this inning, have them hit anywhere but to Left’

by LuisSalazar on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano

Seriously, next time he’s hurt, the Cubs need to make him go on a rehab assignment. That’s now 3 balls the last two days he should have caught. Brenly’s right, he looks lost out there. I’m not even going to talk about him at the plate. This is embarrassing.

by peterman on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions  

joke

My 08 Cubs record 4-0
My 08 W.Sox record 0-2 (I havent seen a sox win in 3 years)
Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Strange

But I don’t think that he touched either ball. I have never seen this at the professional level—amazing.

by SETX Cub on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions  

We would be losing theis game to anyone right now

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My 08 W.Sox record 0-2 (I havent seen a sox win in 3 years)
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by Rudey on May 2, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano

is the worst lf in cub history

by plenz on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT reply actions  

Um

Derrick May and Candy Maldonado would like to talk to you

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

I see you've

taken classes at the school of BlueMike.

by sue369 on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

oh, please.

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

What he really meant to say:
I get easily pumped up by what’s occurring in the moment that I can’t collectively think of the broader scheme of things, to the point that I make asinine comments regarding players that will help the Cubs this season, and hopefully, playoffs

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

NEW PITCHER

IN: 31 Ryan Franklin RHP
2008: 1-1, 1.93 ERA, 14 IP, 11 H, 4 BB / 6 SO

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT reply actions  

SS Theriot

flies out to RF. 1 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano…...................x%x%%#$!

You ARE freaking out MAN!

by crw89 on May 2, 2008 9:37 PM CDT reply actions  

I don't even care about the game...just about ARam.......I am sick to my stomach if

he is hurt….....we cannot win without his power…......please someone get an update…..

by razzpunk on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Come on, a night like this; that thing is fractured. It

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

DBacks are on...catch you guys later

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Someone has to put it into a picture:

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions  

LOL

n/t

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball"

by Bump Bailey on May 2, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Man, at this point Soriano is just an embarrasment,

let alone his negative effect on the team.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Options in LF?

Who do we have that can play LF at the major league level? I am not trying to start anything, I am honestly curious. Do we have any options other than Sori and Reed Johnson? I can’t remember if Murton is still up here or not…

by Dave in the basement on May 2, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Thanks!

I missed the Murton transaction. No Daryl in LF, one would hope. :)

by Dave in the basement on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

sorry

is so bad at baseball…........he’ll never heat up
embarrassing…

by plenz on May 2, 2008 9:39 PM CDT reply actions  

That post was embarassing

He’ll get better from this, it’s just that he’s sucking it up right now.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, but

The Cubs, the ML team, shouldn’t be paying the price. Sucking at the plate is one thing, but sucking like he has in LF is inexcusable.

by peterman on May 2, 2008 9:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

You go Bob Brenly.

Giving it to them for not sending Fonz for rehab in the minors.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions  

not to mention

the little league like strikeouts we get to see time after time after time

by plenz on May 2, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh Puleeezzzz

Len and Bob saying Sori hasn’t practiced under the lights…..

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball"

by Bump Bailey on May 2, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions  

this guy was great for us

LAST YEAR – what the hell is going on jebus gawd

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:41 PM CDT reply actions  

1B Lee

fouling off pitch after pitch. Finally singles to CF! Great AB by Lee. 1 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:41 PM CDT reply actions  

ROCK BOTTOM

What is ‘ROCK BOTTOM’ for Soriano.

I hope he hits it because until he does, he will not improve.

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 9:41 PM CDT reply actions  

Rock Bottom?

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by Fukudometer on May 2, 2008 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

That looks like a dirty butt

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Roflcopter? Really?

Come on, dude

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lou....

Why is Font-en NOT is A-ram’s slot?

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by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:41 PM CDT reply actions  

Brenly

Is really giving Sori the business right now. He’s trying to be nice about it, but he’s sorta saying “you moron, take your lumps in rehab so you don’t suck here.” Now I’m not saying Sori is the awful player some here are (Brant Brown, anyone?) but he is absolutely ice-cold right now. Since you cant DFA him now that he’s with the club, you’re going to have to play him out of this slump, unfortunately. Let’s hope it doesn’t lose us this game, or more to come.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 9:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Put on your Rally Caps, guys!

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:42 PM CDT reply actions  

2B Fontenot (since Ramirez was taken out)

singles on a line drive to CF! Runners at 1st and 2nd for Fukudome.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:42 PM CDT reply actions  

two on for dome

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:42 PM CDT reply actions  

this is dome's time

pleeeeze

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by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions  

Fontenot can make contact

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:43 PM CDT reply actions  

RF Fukudome

slowly grounds to Pujols at 1st, who steps on the bag. Runners at 2nd and 3rd with 2 outs now.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions  

derosa up with two men in scoring position

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions  

damn well advanced the guys

he needs to be a little more compact i think – looks different today

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by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions  

C'mon, DeRo!!!

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Now it's DeRo's time.

Single ties the game!

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions  

That Cub staff...

Even has Koske pressing…

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Maybe...

Maybe not.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thats alittle extreme

But we are def a sad sad baseball club tonight.

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My 08 W.Sox record 0-2 (I havent seen a sox win in 3 years)
Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 9:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

pretty sure it wouldn't be

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Rough night for Dome.

Dero needs a gapper.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice patient AB . . .

I like the idea of Soto up with bases juiced. Let’s go De-Ro, get one any way you can

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 9:45 PM CDT reply actions  

DeRo

Good eye…Walks..

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball"

by Bump Bailey on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

2B-3B DeRosa

works Franklin to a 3-1 count. WALKS! Bases loaded for Soto.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

bases loaded for Soto

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

are those boos????

thought Cardinal fans don’t boo?????

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Hope springs eternal

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

It's Geo Time . . .

And here comes the Dave Duncan Stall to bring in the reliever riight after. Classic LaRussa

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

very patient

that was text-book, he just stayed within himself and didnt swing at shit HOW HARD IS THAT?!

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

DELAY

Coaching visit to mound. (D. Duncan)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

What a waste

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by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

Soto

please make me happy

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

Soto once made love inside a tractor traylor

and his love juice was caught in the engine. We now know this traylor as Optimus Prime.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

We havent got a miracle hit yet this year

God pls this would be a great time.

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My 08 W.Sox record 0-2 (I havent seen a sox win in 3 years)
Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

No grand slams when we already have a big lead dont count.

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Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

um

i’m pretty sure pie’s hr, cedeno’s bases loaded single and his GS, fukudome’s HR to tie it….at least the dome one counts

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dome's sweet homer

when we lost the game, dunno if that counts.

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My 08 W.Sox record 0-2 (I havent seen a sox win in 3 years)
Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

C Soto

hits a ground ball to 3B, backhanded by Glaus, BARELY beats the runner at 3rd.

Inning over.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

fucking shit................................................

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

you're kidding right????

so hard to tell

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

commercial break

it was not hit well….if it was hit well it would’ve been a double down the line

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

it was not hit well

it was a 3 hopper down the line…if that’s what you call a “rocket” then you clearly know less about teh game than I thought

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not able to watch the game due to work.

But you have to admit that you can hit a ball well and still make an out, right?

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe I saw it the way I wanted to

But it was a pitch to hit. Not going to rewind the game

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 9:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

talking to you is like clapping with one hand

You’re not even watching the game but call me ridiculous for saying that wasn’t a hard hit ball?????

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

No, I'm calling you ridiculous for saying that...

...a ball isn’t well hit unless it’s a double down the line.

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

when did I ever say that an out can't be hard hit?????

why don’t you tWo read before you jump to conclusions….I said that that particlular ball WHICH WAS HIT DOWN THE LINE WITH Glaus playing OFF the line, would’ve been a double if it were hit hard….but instead on THAT PARTICULOAR PLAY, IT WAS 3 HOPPER AND NOT HIT HARD and an easy force out.

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

WTF were you watching?

Looked pretty MEEK to me

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't think they are watching the game

I know CS isn’t…he just looks at past players numbers and repeats them verbatum

Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen

by lemon20pie on May 2, 2008 9:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

does nyone else hate the new SB Nation formet?

Slow as hell, right?

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:47 PM CDT reply actions  

no, not for me...

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Seriously, I'm having the same problem.

It’s slow.

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by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

it's dark in here, OK? Lay off the typos!

I’m not perfect

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Kind of like the Cubs tonight?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Why are we swinging at the first pitch all the time?????

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions  

It was going to be a strike

What do you want him to do, look at it before it’s an 0-1 count?

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Because we're a dumb team

The guy in front of you walks, you go up and swing at the 1st pitch. It’s dumb baseball unless you’re Pujols

by Itchy on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

i thought

that was a good pitch to hit, hit it hard but turned his wrists over and that cost us

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

It was a good pitch but he's a rookie and I

just think it’d be wise to put some pressure on the pitcher.

by Itchy on May 2, 2008 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

You have to put the ball in play to get a hit.

Especially in the late innings, where you’re not going to take enough pitches to tax one of Tony LaRussa’s relievers, if you see your pitch to hit, hit it.

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't mind the agressiveness on that AB

Only because of Geo’s recent streak, and the fact that you know Duncan told him to throw an over ball to get ahead in the count. It was a fat pitch, Geo just missed pulling that one for a double

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT reply actions   1 recs

Good post

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Boy, that was fun.

Shows you the state of the Cards though. I don’t think we can play worse than this, and the game is still close. Plus, they had Wainwright on the mound.

We’re not going anywhere. Hopefully, Rami will be back soon, and Soriano will go back on the DL. Everything has to go right for the Cardinals to stay competitive. And they know it.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:49 PM CDT reply actions  

In 3 nights in August...

Bissinger wrote that if a Cardinal gets hit by a pitch, TLR demands an opponent gets hit too, regardless of whether the first hit was intentional or not.
Any reason we should think the ARam hit was an accident?
If ARam missing any more playing time, what happens tomorrow?

by ChipSet on May 2, 2008 9:50 PM CDT reply actions  

It wasn't quite

that black and white. Larussa admitted there was such a thing as an accidental plunk not worthy of retaliation.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nothing.

Lou isn’t that type of manager. . . if it’s an unfortunate HBP but unintentional, so be it. If Lou thinks it’s on purpose, I think he would order one for the next game. As it stands, though, nothing will happen. No reason to get your next pitcher thrown out just because of revenge

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

If that's what that drunk driver's feelings are....

Aim for the head Wood…....and hopefully Poo Hole’s

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by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

PINCH-HITTER

IN: 16 Chris Duncan PH (L)
OUT: 31 Ryan Franklin RHP

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:50 PM CDT reply actions  

Duncan

.288 AVG / 2 HR / 6 RBI / .415 OBP

As PH: 0-for-5

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

PH Duncan

pops out in foul ground to Derrek Lee. 1 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:51 PM CDT reply actions  

Whatever doesn't kill us

makes us stronger.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

thanks, Kanye

; )

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

In that case, let me remain weak!

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

God, after our great start...

That would be a major downer.

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by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well, he was taken out because his wrist swelled up to the point

where he couldn’t really play. You could see that he wasn’t going to be able to stay in the game when he was standing at first base.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Gives Lou a way out of the Soriano at leadoff problem.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

but you DON'T know

so until you DO know, drop it!

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

2B Ryan

grounds to 3rd, 5-3. 2 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Good night, y'all

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT reply actions  

WTF?

Has this blog resorted to just saying his name? COME ON!

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

and out of his arse....

"you know they cant loses 162 consecutive games"

by 1021piestrikesout on May 2, 2008 9:53 PM CDT reply actions  

On the bright side, Howry has looked good tonight.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:54 PM CDT reply actions  

ha

what if we get up to soriano and he hits a go ahead home run?

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:54 PM CDT reply actions  

based on current luck...

he will pass the guy in front of him on the base paths

In the middle of a good time, Truth gave me her icy kiss. Look around, you must be joking. All that way, all that way for this -Oysterband

by Ross on May 2, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would truly love to have that problem

As I’m sure most of you would like to suffer through that experience.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'll take the

tying homerun he just hit.

by sue369 on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hadn't known this, but...

... apparently the 2008 Cubs are commemorating (and imitating) the 1985 Cubs.

In the middle of a good time, Truth gave me her icy kiss. Look around, you must be joking. All that way, all that way for this -Oysterband

by Ross on May 2, 2008 9:54 PM CDT reply actions  

LF Schumaker

pops out to 2B Fontenot in shallow CF. 1-2-3 in the 8th by Howry. To the 9th.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano

I have said it many times on this board, If he was not playing baseball , he would be selling peeled oranges on the streets of his hometown

He is the worst I have ever seen

by parrotinct on May 2, 2008 9:55 PM CDT reply actions  

So you think Soriano is bad?

Well I have to say, this is the first I’ve heard of this theory.

It's gotta be the shoes, folks, it's gotta be the shoes...

by Schwa on May 2, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

far from a racist

just the honest truth , he is horrible no passion

by parrotinct on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah but there are different ways to state that

This thread is full of ‘em. My posts alone.

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah I'll agree with you at least once tonight

not cool, parrot.

Poverty is really, realy low on the List of Funny Things

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol

he would suck at selling orange peels to

by plenz on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

whoa

this is just mean – the guy is a good guy, i think he is confused right now – but that doesn’t mean you have sound like a biggot!

vamonos latinos, a la revolucion para quitar todo los pendejos come el pajarito “parrotinct”!!!

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

SWEET MOTHER OF JOSEPH'S FIRST BORN SON,

HE IS THE FIRST 40/40/40 GUY IN THE HISTORY OF THE MAJOR LEAGUES, HE’S BEEN AN ALL-STAR THE LAST 6 YEARS AND A SILVER SLUGGER 4 OUT OF THE LAST 6. THINK ABOUT WHAT YOU ARE SAYING ABOUT THIS GUY BESIDES WHAT HAPPENS TODAY AND THE FIRST 4TH OF ONE SEASON!

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

he WAS

40/40
now…......he just plain sucks

by plenz on May 2, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sigh

Why do I even care about indifference of knowledge of the sport from the plebians on this board? I have to stop responding to idiocy.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

you're a dick.

YOU play then. See how you do.

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

40/40/40

before he got the big $$$,

by parrotinct on May 2, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Give me a break

Although he’s in a serious slump, the man is a 5-tool player despite his advancing age.

You’re just looking for a chance to affirm your position, and his recent play is giving you a reason.

I will say if he gets more curveballs in the dirt, he’ll Jacques Jones this one

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

exactly

what are the 5 tools u r referring too?

by plenz on May 2, 2008 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Aramis

Just got to a computer. Why’s Ramirez out of the game?

Nice inning from Howry.

AlaskaFan

"Year after year after year after year . . . . . after year after year after year . . ." - Steve Goodman, "Dying Cub Fan's Last Request"

by AlaskaFan on May 2, 2008 9:55 PM CDT reply actions  

You don't know that at this point.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Are you done passing off your opinion as fact yet?

It's gotta be the shoes, folks, it's gotta be the shoes...

by Schwa on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

The Cubs usually don't win 17 games in April.

But they didn’t seem to get the memo about that, did they?

It's gotta be the shoes, folks, it's gotta be the shoes...

by Schwa on May 2, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

for ghods sake

Even bluemike doesn’t get Sue to SWEAR at him. SHUT UP about it!

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Do you know that for a fact?

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

He was HBP on the left wrist.

Stayed in for a few innings, then Lou switched him out and put Fontenot at 2B, DeRosa moved to 3rd. We haven’t heard any updates on his condition since the HBP.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

nice job

bobby! i am happy for him at least, sux that fonz had to mess this up

"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

by CubbyBlues on May 2, 2008 9:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Hit HARD by a pitch in the wrist.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

whoops.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

the other bright side

is the laughter watching the bum in lf whiff again !

by plenz on May 2, 2008 9:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah, he has become a complete joke.

Maybe he’ll hit a game winning homerun and pose.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

rally rally

hit it in the alley
rock the pitcher
how we gonna do it
hit the ball
how hard
over the wall
how high
10 feet tall
how high
20 feet tall
how high
30 feet tall
how high
that’s all

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT reply actions  

If soriano k's

Brenly might just go completely santo on him.

In the middle of a good time, Truth gave me her icy kiss. Look around, you must be joking. All that way, all that way for this -Oysterband

by Ross on May 2, 2008 9:56 PM CDT reply actions  

yay reed

doing what he does best

by grifdog on May 2, 2008 9:58 PM CDT reply actions  

CF Johnson

hit by pitch on right hand. Johnson shaking his hand violently. Out comes LaRussa to bitch at the ump.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Someone please speak up fast....

What makes you think thiss team can get any further than last yeasr’s?

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 9:58 PM CDT reply actions  

That's why

Russ Johnson is good… Heady HBP

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 9:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Reed

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

I feel sheepish.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Tomorrow, we've got to throw at someone.

I know it was probably unintentional, but I am tired of seeing our guys get hit.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 9:59 PM CDT reply actions  

haha

get your ass back in the dugout and put your sunglasses back on

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 9:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Johnson goes for 2nd

Cardinals are indifferent, runner at 2nd with 0 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 9:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Sori will be up to tie it . . .

Can we PLEASE get some POSITIVE ENERGY for this guy for a second? maybe it will break him out and everyone will sing praises to him

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions  

can they PH Soriano?

Perception is 9/10ths of the law. - Steve Young, NFL legend and multiple concussion recipient.

by Griff5479 on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions  

boo

that was not a strike! boo!!

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions  

PINCH-HITTER

IN: 33 Daryle Ward PH (L)

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Kills off the DP

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Stupid Indifference

A gift to get us out of the DP with Ward hitting. . . this may cost them at least 1

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Ward

fouls a ball off and falls to one knee while doing so

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:01 PM CDT reply actions  

lol!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol Ward tried to hit that to Bejiing

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Cub pitchers threw at Milwaukee hitters in the opening series and that was OK. And now we are going to be hypocrites and scream bloody murder that LaRussa and Duncan have their pitchers pitch inside? Please.

by MDBNIU on May 2, 2008 10:01 PM CDT reply actions  

PH Ward

strikes out, in the dirt, Molina to Pujols for the out. 1 out. Johnson has to hold at 2nd.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Ward knows

about the dropped 3rd strike

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

LETS GO FONZIE

I’m starting the 2-run homer vibes right now. . .who’s with me??

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Me.

Sori. Sori. Sori. Sori. :-)

by zevkalman on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

welp

here comes yoiu know who

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

smart pitch

I would have thrown a breaker too after the previous swing, trying way too hard to hit a HR

by grifdog on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

SORIANO GET A HIT YOU GUY!

YOU CAN DO IT!

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by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Haha, Soriano was just about to show bunt there.

It's gotta be the shoes, folks, it's gotta be the shoes...

by Schwa on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

HE SQUARED TO BUNT

That’s funny.

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by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

LF Soriano

shows bunt on the first pitch … Glaus moves in at 3rd….

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:02 PM CDT reply actions  

2-0

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

HR here

and all is forgiven

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by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

I love you, RFS.

Please do this every time from now on.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bunt? Really?

Crack one here. . .2-0 fat one coming

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

SHOWING BUNT?

You know his head is way messed up right now,,,

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

this is definitely

the resistable force meeting the movable object

by grifdog on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Sure would be nice to see him lose one.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

LF Soriano

drives deep to LF, GONE! HOME RUN! ALFONSO TIES THE GAME AT 3-3 AND THE CUBS GET BACK UP OFF THE MAT! 3-3!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm there with you GET THAT MOJO SORI

HOME RUNNNNNN

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by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

THERE IT IS!

HR SORIANO!

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

SORIANO!!!

YES!!!!!! ERASED THAT WHOLE FUCKING GAME!!!

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Thx Alfonso

He still sucked ass for 8 innings

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by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

WHO CALLED IT

HES A 5-TOOL PLAYER PEOPLE. BE QUIET AND LET HIM PLAY OUT OF IT.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Unbelievable

I guess that’s what he’s good for!

by Itchy on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

WOOOOO!!

I Love you Sori!!!! I’m SORRY-ano!!!!

''As long as he doesn't talk World Series, I'm happy.'' Lou Piniella on Ronny Cedeno.

by CubsBullsBears on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

God, Soriano is SO BAD!

It's gotta be the shoes, folks, it's gotta be the shoes...

by Schwa on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

no................fucking......................way..............

holy shit !!!

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Tooooooooooooo funny

It would be wild to win a game we have no business winning….

by ChipSet on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

OH MY GOD!!!

OH MY GOD!!!!

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Nittany, we must be the only sane ones here. . .

Our power of positive thinking willed Sori to that one. I’m convinced

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Onairos

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball"

by Bump Bailey on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

OMG

i hope so my man, i hope so

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by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

I really do hope so

again

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by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hahahahaha

How much more ridiculous can we get?

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by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

no, i just mean the whole situation

to play like that in the field and then hit a ninth inning HR…..this team will be the death of lou

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by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

All apologies, cwyers

That said, on HR doesn’t right the ship

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

I understand that

But it’s also reasonable to expect more consistent, well-rounded play from a superstar. He started like this last season, and ended up pulling a hood year out of his butt. Maybe it wouldn’t have been as close with Milwaukee if he had shown up earlier.

You can’t disagree that there are huge holes in his defensive game. You can accept weak OF play from a clutch, high-power or high-OBP hitter, but when that person isn’t hitting, the deficiciencies are magnified

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

He certainly is a high-power hitter...

...and it’s not reasonable to expect more consistancy. From anyone. That’s not how baseball works. Players have hot streaks and they have slumps. For some reason, people tend to be a lot more reactive to those things when they start off a season than when they happen in August.

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

I respect your knowledge so I guess

we’ll agree to disagree. I guess that’s why they make chocolate, and that’s why they make vanilla.

"I got mad hits like I was Rod Carew!"

by lostinthevines on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Even Ryno

admitted he got off to slow April starts.

by californiachicagoan on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

and a bad couple of weeks

Doesnt make an All Star a bad player all of a sudden.

by californiachicagoan on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

SS Theriot

bunts past the mound, BRILLIANT play by Isringhausen. Barehands, backhands to Pujols. Wow, excellent play. 2 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

I don't . . .

He still needs to learn to run on a dropped 3rd

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

OHHHHH MYYYYY GOOOOOOODDDDDDDD

UNREAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

"next year" is finally HERE!!!!!

by ryno4ever on May 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

THE KEY TO ALFONSO'S HR:

Taking pitches to make it 2-0. That got him a fat one. Nice job of hitting, Alfonso.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Knew it would be an over ball . ..

And Riot had the best idea to follow with a bunt. Way to step on Albert while youre at it :)

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Where is all the naysayers now that he was the worst ever?

You guys are the dumbest people ever, ever.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Seriously

They’ll be back on his very next K, forgetting who drove the train to the playoffs last year. Rock on, Fonz.

by DrunkenSuperman on May 2, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

hahaha

how one’s mood and atttude toward a player can change with one pitch

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

I THINK

HE HIT ‘ROCK BOTTOM’

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

SORIANO!!!!!!!

No DOUBTER!!!

that little kid is awesome. the old guy next to him is hilarious also.

by tal1286 on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

remember folks --

he’s made ALL THREE RUNS happen today.

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

I love this.

You always have a chance against Isringhausen, ALWAYS. Seems he’s always giving up baserunners against the Cubs.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh freaking cry about is Isringhausen

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Showing the replay on Theriot's bunt

Great call by the ump as well, throw beat him by mere split-seconds.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

CUBS BULLPEN

34 Kerry Wood RHP

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Give everyone a break about Sori!

He did truly suck for the first 8 innings. And he made them pay in the 9th.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey I said it

I’ll give him credit, but he has been far from a complete player for the cubs

by parrotinct on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

1B Lee

walks on a 3-1 count. Another great AB. Up comes Ramirez Fontenot!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Wish Aram was coming up right now.

Come on Fontenot, make me look stupid for saying that!

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:07 PM CDT reply actions  

I truly wish the cardinals didnt get there runs the way they did

4 walks, and 3 straight errors.

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Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

I loved Molina's reaction

I lovedHe slammed his glove to the ground in frustration as soon as Soriano swung.

In the middle of a good time, Truth gave me her icy kiss. Look around, you must be joking. All that way, all that way for this -Oysterband

by Ross on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

sadly

not trying to be negative nancy but we’d be ahead right now without the 2nd dropped flyball, and woody’s gonna face the thunder in the 9th so we haven’t exactly won this game yet

by grifdog on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

just started watching

I’ve been flipping back and forth b/w this and the hawks/celtics game…

where’s aramis?

did they pull him after that HBP?

by tal1286 on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Now everyone saying he's redeemed?

That was one home run after 2 muck ups in the field and a strike out with RISP. Soriano still needs a lot of work to do

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Very much agreed

hes safe till tommorow :p

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Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Haha, i agree

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Mostly..

hes safe fom post-game talk (tv that is) but there is still alot of questions.

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Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm not redeeming him . . .

I’m saying he’s an All-Star who can and will play out of his slump. For as bad as he’s been tonight, he’s still All-Star and WS winner ALFONSO FREAKIN’ SORIANO, and he can do things the average player simply cannot.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

First game back

off an injury and he isnt as sharp as he should be. Oh cry me a river. Meanwhile you’d be covering Theriot’s a** if he were in the same situation.

by californiachicagoan on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Living in Missouri has taught me one thing. . .

Izzy is a walking case of heartburn. Way to jump on him at his most vulnerable time. 2-0, slugger up, and they make him pay. THOSE are the signs of a winning team, one that will make it farther than last year in the playoffs barring total and catastrophic injury. If the haters would get their heads on straight, they’d see what I mean.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Cardinal fans...

Booing….gotta love it..

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball"

by Bump Bailey on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh, like Cub fans at Wrigley don't boo?

Just ask Wood if you’re not sure

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah but Cub fans are the worst.

Just ask Marty Brennamen

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by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh, very true

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

heart of the cards order next inning

I’d REALLY rather go in with a lead

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by RightFieldSucks on May 2, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

WGN showing Soriano in the dugout.

Looks very quiet, just watching the game go on, expressionless.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:10 PM CDT reply actions  

New bat =

double gappper

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Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:10 PM CDT reply actions  

well

this game has changed a lot

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:11 PM CDT reply actions  

2B Fontenot

at the plate, fouling it off, Lee has taken off for 2nd on two straight pitches.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:11 PM CDT reply actions  

DERREK LEE STEALS 2ND!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Holy crap

Late tag, AWESOME baseball by Lee.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

OH BOYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY

single time!

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Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions  

WOW

Not one I would have called safe, let’s see if he slid around it

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions  

SAFE AT SECOND!

Lee nearly picked off for the third out.

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by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

safe

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

2B Fontenot

walks. Runners at 1st and 2nd.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

High Tag

The same call we should have gotten yesterday at home but didnt

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

two on for the fuke man

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

DOME DOME DOME

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

NOW

is Fukudome’s time!

Isringhousen is OUT!

2008: The year we put it all together.

by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

PITCHING CHANGE

IN: 27 Ron Villone LHP
OUT: 44 Jason Isringhausen RHP

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice AB by Fontenot

Fine work.

AlaskaFan

"Year after year after year after year . . . . . after year after year after year . . ." - Steve Goodman, "Dying Cub Fan's Last Request"

by AlaskaFan on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

So far so good.

Come on Kosuke, just a base knock is all ya need.

by NOLA_Cub_Fan on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow, that play could have gone both ways

GREAT at-bat by Fontenot, staying in the game.

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

I just stopped laughing.

This is ridiculous. I do love baseball.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

wow

sweeet call cards fans

I never ever wanna hear another word about how great they are

They really just booed Izzy

by tal1286 on May 2, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Just wondering.

Where is Woody’s head going to be regardless of what Dome does?

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by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:15 PM CDT reply actions  

About Aramis....

Lou just walked over to him and pointed at his wrist and presumably asked him how his wrist was, Aramis nodded and said “It’s good, it’s good”.

''As long as he doesn't talk World Series, I'm happy.'' Lou Piniella on Ronny Cedeno.

by CubsBullsBears on May 2, 2008 10:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Saw that. Looked good. I'm hopeful.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

FU KU DO ME!

clap clap clap-clap clap

[Clap sure is a funny looking word.]

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by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Am I hearing SPOON?!

Yes. This is nice.

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions  

you can thank Len for that, I bet

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Len Kasper: Indie Music Nerd

Just like me.

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

and me

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nerd power!

We should have rings like Captain Planet’s cronies or something.

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

heh heh.

Let’s do it.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

They'll be little records

Grooves and all! Oh man, I love me a craft project. What’s your favorite color?

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

red and blue

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

Okay

I’m on it! I seriously do think I have some little plastic record charms around here somewhere. [Indie music nerd, craft grrl nerd too.]

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

YES!!

I actually call baseball, I’ll wear it during broadcasts!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Woody should be alright

Yesterday some bad jumps screwed him. I predict a 10-pitch inning regardless of being tied or leading. He won’t let the rivalry game slip.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Soriano may have homered but if it weren’t for his pathetic, horrifying little league defense in left field that a high school player could have caught we would be up 3-2 instead of tied

by CubsBall2202 on May 2, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions  

The guy is worthless for his contract value

Face it, soriano is the worst non-pitcher contract in the majors right now

by CubsBall2202 on May 2, 2008 10:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

who is?

I’m curious. Not saying Sori is but I can’t think of any right now.

by tal1286 on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

All Star

Yeah he sucks, because the first game back from a leg injury he lets one get over his head he should have caught. Did you buy one of those jump to conclusion mats?

by californiachicagoan on May 2, 2008 10:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

I won't commit to saying THE worst...

...without having more than five minutes to look into it, but Juan Pierre has the worst contract that I can think of off the top of my head.

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

yikes

tell us how you really feel

by tal1286 on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

But pls

admit his defense tonight has been woeful.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sure.

But plenty of players have bad games. Heck, most of the Cubs are having bad games tonight. I don’t understand why Soriano is the only guy to catch this level of hell from the fans.

by cwyers on May 2, 2008 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

The contract

is the main reason IMO. To him much is granted much is expected.

Th

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Because Soriano is the anti-Theriot.

Some people can only like people who play the way they think is right.

I root for all Cubbies to succeed.

by californiachicagoan on May 2, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

I really think the approach is part of it

The leading off bit, no rehab assignment, the anti-Dome approach at the plate.

My issue is the refusal to adjust—but I won’t rip on him as much as I’ve seen here. I’ll just point out what I see.

by Shanghai Badger on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Was it Arams...

Right or Left Wrist that he hurt?

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 10:16 PM CDT reply actions  

left. . .

its the lead wrist while batting, he had an HBP

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

I understand that...

...it is the lead wrist when batting right handed…but you can get hit on either wrist…

by BartlettBob on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

A new game thread would great right about now.

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Laughing hysterically.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

sure did

my roommates think I’m crazy

and I guess I am, but it’s all good

by tal1286 on May 2, 2008 10:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

think it was the left wrist.

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT reply actions  

RF Fukudome

sends a fly ball to LF, Schumaker reaches out, makes the catch running into the wall. 3 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT reply actions  

who the fuck is schumaker?

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:17 PM CDT reply actions  

kind of a sarcastic statement

but how are the cards honestly playing this well with their outfield?

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

and easy on the F-bomb

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

emotions

got the better of me..

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Man, aren't you just an F-bomb nazi?

Al doesn’t mind that casual “fuck,” just not every sentence/post

"I think Hendry still has a few years to serve on his 'grand larceny' sentence before he can shop in Pittsburgh again" - ballhawk

by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Just throw strikes Kerry.

If we lose, we lose. But, no walks.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Amen.

Like I said, 10 pitches. I’ll be counting.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Soriano apparently has done it all tonight

he’s helped both teams on offense!

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Yep, he's run the full gamut of emotions, as have we.

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by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pitchers seem to have Kosuke figured out

Has trouble with hard stuff low and away…

AlaskaFan

"Year after year after year after year . . . . . after year after year after year . . ." - Steve Goodman, "Dying Cub Fan's Last Request"

by AlaskaFan on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT reply actions  

That's less about Kosuke

And more about the batting style. The running Japanese style is prone to that pitch, because its harder to reach when youre falling off towards first.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

You mean like

they have Soto figured out?

by sue369 on May 2, 2008 10:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

PITCHING CHANGE

IN: 34 Kerry Wood RHP

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:19 PM CDT reply actions  

CF Ankiel

hits it high in the air to RF, Fukudome makes the catch on the warning track. 1 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions  

PHEW

that was close…..........

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions  

WOWOWOWOWOW

that looked like a HR off the bat

by grifdog on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions  

WTF

Devin Hester, you are rediculous! -Jeff Joniak

by ARAM FOR MVP on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Phewwwwwwwwwwwwww

Thank you, Dome.

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by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Looks like if the Cubs, Brewers and Cards

are going to be beating each other up this year, there will be a lot of blown saves by all.

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by BigJohnAZ on May 2, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Nah

I still think the Cards are smoke and mirrors, and with Gallardo going down and the Brewers bullpen woes … well I am very optimistic about the Cubs winning the division

by californiachicagoan on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's the consensus

but strange things can happen.

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by BigJohnAZ on May 2, 2008 10:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

1B Pujols

swinging bunt, Soto fields cleanly and GUNS him out at 1st! 2 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey when is Pujol going

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice play Geo

2 pitches here for 10 . . . come on woody, prove me right. . . and save yourself for another inning if we get a leadoff HR

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:23 PM CDT reply actions  

nice breaking ball on Pujols...

n/t

"The one constant through all the years, Ray, has been baseball"

by Bump Bailey on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

alrighty then

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

3B Glaus

whiffs on the first pitch, a 96mph fastball. (Ron asks Pat where the radar is in the stadium. LOL!)

Glaus pops it up in shallow LF, Theriot makes the catch. Wood gets some of their best 1-2-3. To the 10th!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Woody

LOCKS it down. We’re in the 10th.

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by drewishdrewid on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

OK, Just Put The Game On

LOL @ Len – “somebody catch it, please!”

by SecondSon on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

If Len was moved to say that

I can’t imagine what Ron was saying!

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by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

10 pitches exactly. Great inning.

Woody will not have 2 bad games in a row this year, I think. He has too much pride in himself and what he means to the Cubs to do otherwise.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

That was funny, The Riot flapping Soriano away.

I got this one, buddy.

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

gah

and now the genital herpes commercial….again

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

followed up by levitra

they really have a poor opinion of cub fans

by grifdog on May 2, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

last year they would always have Cialis

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

ROFL

ha ha…funniest of the day….

by zevkalman on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good job Woody!!!!

Redemption sorta….....who can go long in the pen? Fox??

by razzpunk on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Haha, Theriot meant to say by his arms were

“Soriano, you dirty SOB, I’ll get this pop out so you don’t drop it”

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by NittanyCub on May 2, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Swing that BAT.......and take the 3 or 5 spot....

One more hit earlier wouldda done it…...

Meean’t to be posted after the HR…..

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 10:25 PM CDT reply actions  

well we really don't need an extra inning game

they need to end this quickly

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Genital Herpes and erectile dysfunction.

Great with a home run by Soto

Go Cubs Go! Go Cubs Go! Hey Chicago, whadya say? The Cubs are going to win today!

by Cubfansince1957 on May 2, 2008 10:25 PM CDT reply actions  

l...o....l?

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Levitra

If I had an erection lasting over 4 hours my wife would have me knighted!

by SecondSon on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT reply actions  

haha

I remember them doing an SNL skit that was like, “if you have an erection for more than 24 hours, call all your friends so they can congratulate you.”

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

4-0 on the road in extras

I don’t care how long it goes, I just want the big W.

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT reply actions  

This thread

has all kinds of issues after this many posts!

"When you have a fat friend there are no see-saws, only catapults." --Demetri Martin

by Reddevil on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Amazing

how many more posters you get when the Cubs are losing a game than when they are winning.

by californiachicagoan on May 2, 2008 10:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Up for the Cubs

2B DeRosa
C Soto
CF Johnson

vs Villone…

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:26 PM CDT reply actions  

2B DeRosa

strikes out called on the inside corner. Yeesh.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:27 PM CDT reply actions  

DeRo

watches a hittable strike three go by

by SecondSon on May 2, 2008 10:27 PM CDT reply actions  

C Soto

grounds out, 2 out.

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Soto

anxiously swings at the 1st pitch – composure dude!

by SecondSon on May 2, 2008 10:27 PM CDT reply actions  

LETS GO FOX!?

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My 08 W.Sox record 0-2 (I havent seen a sox win in 3 years)
Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Aw shizz

DeRo and Soto out. This may be extras.

Baseball is an allegorical play about America, a poetic, complex, and subtle play of courage, fear, good luck, mistakes, patience about fate, and sober self-esteem. -- Saul Steinberg

by bluebythebook on May 2, 2008 10:28 PM CDT reply actions  

And if Mr. Leadoff....

Hadd any Cajones….Cubs wouldda won in regulation…...

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 11:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Can someone make a 2nd thread this is getting really bad?

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My 08 W.Sox record 0-2 (I havent seen a sox win in 3 years)
Updated April 26th

by Rudey on May 2, 2008 10:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Is Marmol up?

"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on May 2, 2008 10:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Extra inning overflow thread!

JUMP!

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by northsider on May 2, 2008 10:28 PM CDT reply actions  

man what do they put in the water for these outfielders?

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by Chanman25 on May 2, 2008 10:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice catch Ludwick

That’s a hard play for sure. Time to go get ‘em on D ourselves

by TheNextCubsVoice on May 2, 2008 10:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Al

It just took about 5 minutes to load this page. Fix this.

"Confidence is what you have before you understand the problem." Woody Allen

by BlueSox on May 2, 2008 11:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Not eenough winners

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on May 2, 2008 11:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Cubs stink

The Cubs are just playing very poor baseball right now, and if Aramis is out for any extended period of time, it is not going to get any better.

These are the type of games the Cubs have lost for decades. They get on a great streak, win a few games, get your hopes up, and then smash them just as fast.

I said yesterday this team has to learn how to win. That means learning to relax and play ball when everyone is tight. Being smart with the count and not swinging wildly at a pitch in the dirt. Throw the ball in the catcher’s glove rather than over his head. It’s called mental toughness and a confidence that eventually overcomes the obstacles. The Cubs still don’t have it. But they have a manager that knows how to win, the question is can he break through the mental malaise that has plagued this team for decades. Only time will tell.

by Mr W on May 2, 2008 11:10 PM CDT reply actions  

get a life

"Have You heard of the Boom on Mizar 5?"

by Grockcubs on May 2, 2008 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

SBNation is slowwwwwwwwwwww

They have to fix this. It really sucks. I written them a few times and nothing seems to be done to seriously take care of this.

There’s no reason overflow threads need to be created for every few hundred posts. There are blogs out there that handle that load no problem.

by Ilan on May 2, 2008 11:15 PM CDT reply actions  

When this one

reached 1000 we started another game thread in the fanposts. Relax.

by sue369 on May 2, 2008 11:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Geez...

I just got home and hit play on the DVR….
Fook!
I read through some of the posts while Soriano was blowing HUGE chunks, while I love some of the greats on this wonderful BCB, I do have to disagree with some of the Sori die hards.
He SUCKETH MIGHTILY!

I know it’s hindsight, but I did have serious doubts about his coming back like this without any AAA play first.
He wasn’t that great to start the season anyway….so why would anyone think he would just all of a sudden play awesome?
Especially when things were going so well….the Platooning was working well for Lou, and it’s rather mind boggling as to why he would do this.
Two games now Fonz’s been TOTAL shit at the plate, and looks worse than a highschool boy out in left….UGH!!

I wasn’t aware a player can refuse going down to the minors for rehab…?
Are there regulations about that?
Whatever the case – he needs to go down for a few games….maybe a week.
‘Cuz that was totally whacked watching him blow it so bad….TWO GAMES evennnnn!!!
And this losing BS has GOTTA stop…especially when we could very well have won these last two….

Okay – I’m done venting now. :-)

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by Bluelou on May 3, 2008 12:06 AM CDT reply actions  

Cubs may have lost six out of their last seven

or however you wanna count it w/tonights loss, but at least they’re playing better then my Rockies.

"Baseball is what gets inside you. It's what lights you up, you can't deny that. It's supposed to be hard. If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. The hard... is what makes it great." -Jimmy Dougan (Tom Hanks) "A League of Their Own"

by Rocktober 2007 on May 3, 2008 12:28 AM CDT reply actions  

I love the Cubs.

I live in Colorado but I grew up a Cubs fan and my mom has family in Chicago and I’ve been there 3 times been to 3 Cubs games there as well. I love Chicago just as much as I love Colorado & I root for the Cubs whenever they’re playing every other team except my Rockies.

"Baseball is what gets inside you. It's what lights you up, you can't deny that. It's supposed to be hard. If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. The hard... is what makes it great." -Jimmy Dougan (Tom Hanks) "A League of Their Own"

by Rocktober 2007 on May 13, 2008 2:12 AM CDT up reply actions  

Might as well make it 1017...

...I have never seen so many comments in a thread—never!

Didn’t see the game but if Soriano’s play was accurately described by Sullivan then let’s hope he isn’t too bothered to get his act together like real soon. I thought Pinella’s comments about not double switching his “superstar” were pathetic but at least candid in that Soriano comes before the team. The only problem with those lame excuses is that you have a perfect excuse for double switching and for batting him down—his leg! Geeze, WTF is the world coming to when and multimillionaire can’t have his delicate feelings hurt. As for his HR, he was due and that’s like what they pay him truck loads of cash to do, let’s hope he can find a way to pull in a pop-up. reach deep down within you, you can do it. I’ve almost seen enough now to say that the Cubs have too many losers on this roster, guys who have the make-up to choke. I suppose that i am over reacting, but if you are going to be a clod in the field then at least put up Manny like numbers. Soriano’s not even in that league.

At least Lou is right-on with Hill and apparently he’s not waiting anymore. Hill’s “effort” was a joke—they should send him to AAA if he has options, right now he’s wasted roster space. If he can get it together down there then you bring him back.

2 lousy losses in a row, the bullpen is taking a beating.

by DudeVf11 on May 3, 2008 12:59 AM CDT reply actions  

I was at the game

Daryle Ward would have caught the fly ball in the 7th inning. Easily. He also had a problem with communicating with the 3rd baseman earlier, which wasn’t as bad. He was just terrible.

As an aside, I posted a couple pics from the game last night as FanShots, including one of Fonso about to put the ball in the left-field bullpen.

"I tell you, Steve Blass, you pitch me inside, they never, never find that ball."
-Roberto Clemente

by cubbybear on May 3, 2008 12:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

My question to you is

Who is our Skip Schumaker? When was the last time one of our bit players actually stepped up and won a game? Not talking about a bloop or a dribbler. An actual clutch hit to win a game. Tonight they had many chances and zero return. I’m talking about DeRo, Riot, Fonty, Fuku, RJ, Onedec, etc. There were chances tonight. Until someone else steps up, this team will never win jack. How about pitchers? The only guy that shows up is Z. Hill is a joke and the rest are chokeartists. Lilly has his chance tomorrow. Anything less than 6 innings and he’s a bum too.

by Itchy on May 3, 2008 2:04 AM CDT reply actions  

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