Overflow Thread 2: Cubs vs. Astros, Friday 7/18, 7:05 CT

2 firsts tonight?

I gotta get out more…

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

WOW!

just got in…what a game so far! let’s get this one, cubbies!

"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 Jul 18, 2008 9:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Come on Cotts

by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

haha nice work ballhawk

i fell for that one, thanks budweiser

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

That hurt, says the ump.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

great works cotts....boy we really could use him down the stretch

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Howry in to face Lee

by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Brewers, Stros, White Sox

Could he be any more anti-Cub? When does his Cardinal’s stint start?

"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."

by californiachicagoan on Jul 18, 2008 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

this is a fine ball game we got going here.

can we get just one more run?

Looks like Uncle Ted did a fairly good job.

"We expect to win. We go out to win. So we're just living up to our own expectations." Derrek Lee, 5/29/08

by drewishdrewid on Jul 18, 2008 9:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

he pitched great

consider the stadium he’s playing in

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yes he did.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Definitely, good job Teddy

He is just always in danger of giving up dingers, because he relies on the high fastball/curveball combo. When he doesnt get it up enough he gets smoked

"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."

by californiachicagoan on Jul 18, 2008 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

time for a cold leinie red...

these pretzels are making me thirsty..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

i think you mean, these pretzels are making ME thirsty

not the prestzels are marking me THIRSTY

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

that's right...

Woody Allen wants you for his next movie..:)

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I Have A Gub

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

these PRETZELS are making ME thirsty

double emphasis

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 18, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

love seinfeld

"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 Jul 18, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

hate the drake

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

love the drake

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

cubswynn likes spicy chicken

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

DTJchris is getting upset!

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 18, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

lol never gets old

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Jimmy is sweet on you

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ken Phelps, Ken Phelps..

My baseball people tell me Ken Phelps!!

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

bump I finished that book yesterday. What a great baseball book!

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

One of my all-time faves...

I’m reading “Say It Ain’t So Joe” now…also a great book.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

ever read Luckiest Man?

incredible book

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

No...I'll look for it...

Lou Gerhig?

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Just saw it on Amazon...looks good!

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

not just one of my favorite baseball books... one of my favorite books

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Just put it on my list of must read ...

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Just a hunch, but I leave Cotts in to face Lee

...he does well against RH

"When I got to Chicago, fans came to Wrigley Field just to have fun, now they come to see us win. The expectations have changed, for the players and for the fans. It’s about winning." Kerry Wood, 7/14/08

by JB 23 on Jul 18, 2008 9:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

nope, Howry

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 18, 2008 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

lets get some runs.....i hate going into the bottom of the 9th tied

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

DLee solo shot ... I'm calling it here

by cocknfire on Jul 18, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

You know in the clutch

it’s always Aramis time!

"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."

by californiachicagoan on Jul 18, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

So I was wrong. Sue me

by cocknfire on Jul 18, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I so wish you had been right.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Wonder Hampster is a vacuum cleaner at 2b!

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

he has been playing very well....

"When I got to Chicago, fans came to Wrigley Field just to have fun, now they come to see us win. The expectations have changed, for the players and for the fans. It’s about winning." Kerry Wood, 7/14/08

by JB 23 on Jul 18, 2008 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

wheres cwyers with my favorite picture?????

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

sweet!

got lee out on a grounder. Nice!

"We expect to win. We go out to win. So we're just living up to our own expectations." Derrek Lee, 5/29/08

by drewishdrewid on Jul 18, 2008 9:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Hard to win with your 2-3-4 hitters going 0-12

"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."

by californiachicagoan on Jul 18, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Anybody but Geo is safe

‘cept maybe Jimmy Ballgame

by cocknfire on Jul 18, 2008 9:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

he has many wonderful skills.......

that is not one of them :(

not a single stolen base either

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

But, he has an inside-the-park homer!!

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Need to hold them here.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

+1

Get the first guy out. Makes bottom of the 9th soooo much easier

by cocknfire on Jul 18, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I agree with whomever posted earlier....

I hate going into the bottom on the 9th on the road tied.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Wonder why they're waiting so long to pitch Harden again...

Isn’t Z starting tomorrow or Sunday? And he pitched in the ASG.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

They are going to treat Harden with Kid Gloves

No one wants to risk injury with him

"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."

by californiachicagoan on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

hell

baby him whenever you can if you ask me

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

His arm is made of porcelain?

by cocknfire on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

This game is another example of why we need Soriano back

Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs

by nji232 on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

My thoughts

"Whoo, boy! Next time around, bring me back my stomach!" -Jack Brickhouse

by Goodie1969 on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yes

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

agreed.....hope the sori haters are paying attention

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yep

+1

by jdb-44 on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Exactly

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Tejada grd

oh no

"Lou is not talking about mechanics when he goes out to the mound,"
~Larry Rothschild

by Unrestricted View on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

That's the one thing besides a HR you absolutely CANNOT do

by cocknfire on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

poop

by cavebear on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Game over

"Lou is not talking about mechanics when he goes out to the mound,"
~Larry Rothschild

by Unrestricted View on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

we can't lose games like this to teams like that

by cubswynn on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

um, did you WATCH the all-star game?

its not over

"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 Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

haha and now it is (i'm on gameday)

"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 Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

dang....

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

damn houston

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

i dont want howry in right now

"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto

by CubbyBlues on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

To quote Sue, pooh.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Well, that was a wasted evening...:(

by jdb-44 on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Its always Hunter freakin Pence

Big Z will no hit them tomorrow

Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs

by nji232 on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Chin Music Tomorrow

that should cool him down.

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not a good

way to start the second half. Get them tomorrow night.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

meh....well that sucks

at least batman was good!

2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?

by Chanman25 on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

What happened

by louslovechild on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I had a feeling all those fly balls to the track were going to haunt us.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

It's simple.

Kill the bat man.

Dan

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Jul 18, 2008 9:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

lol

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

you must be joking...

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

does it look like I'm joking?

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 18, 2008 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

why so serious

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

LET'S PUT A SMILE ON THAT FACE OF YOURS

Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.

by dtpollitt on Jul 19, 2008 6:56 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

.

by cocknfire on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Ugh that stunk

this offense needs to come back to life.

My 08 Cubs record 7-0
Updated June 01

by Rudey on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

scoreboard watching

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Nice effort

4 hits. I’m glad they rest did them some good.

by Mapmaker on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

HEre is the hard fact:

The Cubs, in my lifetime, play like shit in Houston. Probably always will.

I dread every single game there.

It is a long season, but history shows that of all places, they suck mightily in Houston.

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Sure seems that way..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

We lost to Chad Moehler

by louslovechild on Jul 18, 2008 9:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Embarassing

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Actually, didn't we lose to whomever pitched the 9th?

Not to get technical or anything.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Really was hoping Howry

...was going to step up, that was a great opportunity to do so.

We need 2007 Bob Howry back….

"When I got to Chicago, fans came to Wrigley Field just to have fun, now they come to see us win. The expectations have changed, for the players and for the fans. It’s about winning." Kerry Wood, 7/14/08

by JB 23 on Jul 18, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

hes...

a 2nd half guy…he’ll come around

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

It

is the 2nd half..

My 08 Cubs record 7-0
Updated June 01

by Rudey on Jul 18, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

You must have missed

the “he’ll come around” part.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

nope

but i appreciate it

My 08 Cubs record 7-0
Updated June 01

by Rudey on Jul 18, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

i guess...

giving up one run makes his whole second half a waste

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

didnt say that

but ur comment to why he didnt step it up in tonight situation was cause he was a 2nd half guy

dont get defensive :(

My 08 Cubs record 7-0
Updated June 01

by Rudey on Jul 18, 2008 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Don't get so negative. ;(

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

i dont wanna be :(

i just said it was the 2nd half :(

I feel bad for lilly though, he really did well tonight.

My 08 Cubs record 7-0
Updated June 01

by Rudey on Jul 18, 2008 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

One more reason why

Hendry is sniffing around for Fuentes.

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

btw...

i CANT STAND cards announcers

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

score?

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

still 7-6

they are just blowing about the cubs loss

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Wouldn't many here be doing the sae

had the Cards won?

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Jul 18, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The Old Fat Albert Joke

Russell: Rudy, you’re like school in the summertime.
Rudy: ‘School in the summertime’?
Russell: Yeah – NO CLASS.

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

hah, nice

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Jul 18, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I get yelled at last time, but

Why let Lilly pitch to Lee?

Why pitch to Pence? First was open, sets up double play.

by louslovechild on Jul 18, 2008 9:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Good Outing

by Lilly. However, I didn’t like seeing Howry come back out, let alone letting him pinch to Pence. Why not IBB him? Oh well, we’ll get em tomorrow.

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Jul 18, 2008 9:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

with Ty Wiggington next

...a IBB would seem like a good call there

"When I got to Chicago, fans came to Wrigley Field just to have fun, now they come to see us win. The expectations have changed, for the players and for the fans. It’s about winning." Kerry Wood, 7/14/08

by JB 23 on Jul 18, 2008 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

And...MArquis is

starting tomorrow? Start the second half 1-2?

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 9:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

No offense

The Cubs seemed lifeless out there tonight. Hopefully Fukudome turns it around becuase he looksl ike a different player these days.

Lets do it Cubbies

by slocs55 on Jul 18, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Bat Him Fifth Again?

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm all for that..

Has his most success there…

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Why would you want to do that?

He is totally lost right now at the plate…

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hey, It Worked The 1st Two Months

I say give it a shot!

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

If he doesn't pick it

up in any slot in the lineup soon, Lou will not be pleased.

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I Say Try It For a Couple Games

and if he still struggles then drop him down to 8th until he gets back in the groove.

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Granted, this has been a whirlwind

for him so far, and a grueling pace – however, I would think Lou would eventually put him in the best place in which to succeed. He really is struggling at the plate. But he’s also a very professional player – it is huge for him to work out of the plate difficulties.

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Worth mentioning...

He once went 45 straight at bats without a hit in Japan, then ended up winning the batting title…

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

wow, that's a feat

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 18, 2008 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

for real...

so many adjustments here though…I still have faith in him..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Wow, Didn't Know That

Truth be told, I think Dome will snap out of it. And I think Lou will get him settled in a spot in a lineup where he’ll be successful. I was only speculating.

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I didn't know that.

Hope he gets going here soon.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I've never checked myself...

but someone on here mentioned it before…Dragon maybe..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yes, please!

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Jul 18, 2008 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

cards tied it....

"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

What a surprise!

We’ll be shrunk down to a 3 game lead…

Oh well…they are either going to have to learn how to win on the road, or the rest of the season will be an incredible nail biter until the last game, imo.

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

20-27 on the road?

by Mapmaker on Jul 18, 2008 9:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

HGH boy just tied it

by Mapmaker on Jul 18, 2008 9:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

check the bat

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

If they had to have a

yuck game after their time off tonight was a good night to have it. Now that it’s out of the way they will play better.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

+1

Both teams looked a little sluggish. I’m sure tomorrow will be better.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

say it aint so doesnt look to interesting to me... any other suggestions

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yeah...i picked it up at a garage sale for a quarter...

and i always was interested in joe jackson. Eight Men Out and Boys Of Summer are two that come to mind…

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Game Of Shadows was good too..

really left no doubt about Bonds (and others) being juiced…

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yep. They started off

the first half with a loss and look how that turned out. I have faith in them.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Z Pitching Tomorrow?

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Not sure.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Z tomorrow...Demp Sunday...

I like our chances..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Wow - That's surprising

Rich Harden has not pitched since last Saturday in the Marmol meltdown…

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

The Cubs stated plan from the get go..

was to try to get him extra rest whenever possible…

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Me Likey!

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

amen!!

:)

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by preachermancubsfan on Jul 18, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well, Sue they were

at home almost the whole month of April. So, yes, that’s where they have demonstrated they can win with ease. Now, they are on the road where as is posted below, they are 20-27 now.

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yes I do know that.

Just trying to keep a positive outlook. That ok with you?

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yup...

The bats will come back to life and Big Z will keep Ted’s mojo going

"When I got to Chicago, fans came to Wrigley Field just to have fun, now they come to see us win. The expectations have changed, for the players and for the fans. It’s about winning." Kerry Wood, 7/14/08

by JB 23 on Jul 18, 2008 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Feel bad for Lilly...

He stunk his last outing and really gave the team a chance 2night.

by The E-Man on Jul 18, 2008 9:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Agreed..

Only giving up one run in that ballpark is outstanding.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

It's Tempting To Try For HRs At Minute Maid

But what that can also do is put you into a slump. I say forget the cozy dimensions and just hit some solid liners. Bunch some hits and walks together and light ‘em up tomorrow!

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

don't go anywhere Cub fans...

Friday Night Smackdown on WGN is just 45 minutes away! Not the same without Batista, but Triple H is shaking things up a bit.

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

haha..

what happened to John Cena?

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

speaking of steroids

; )

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 18, 2008 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

true that...

probably more unusual that anyone in wrestling ISN’T on some kind of PED..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well, sigh, good night all. See you on the game thread on Sunday.

I don’t think we’ve got a great record on Sunday WGN games. The only win I remember is against the White Sux in Wrigley.

IF IT TAKES FOREVER!!

by Cubfansince1957 on Jul 18, 2008 9:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Actually they are

6 wins and 3 losses for games on WGN on Sundays. Let’s make it 7-3 this Sunday.

Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.

by sue369 on Jul 18, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I hear that!

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Who the ....is

Moehler…..

Gotta HIT to score….

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

It is good to see Looper take a beating from the Pads....

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Pads and turdbirds...

still tied at 7…bottom of the 8th.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I doubt that will last

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Se what a little offense will do.....

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by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I kinda like "deadturds"

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by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

nice ring to it...

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Anyways...

nice to see the turds give up that many runns to the pads…

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

brew crew up 1-0 in 4th

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Hey Maddy...Can I call you that?

Did you see my suggestions above?

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yep you can....

yes I did. I googled boys of summer. Sounds like an awesome book

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

k...

boys of summer is one of those i read now and again…like glory of their times..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Hope Lou...

shakes up the “fat, dumb and happy”.........All Star Game=1/2 way….DOES NOT COUNT

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Shit...

10-7 turdbirds…still bottom of 8th.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Huh..

ESPN just changed it to 9-7.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Mine's showin 11-7

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by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I saw 10, then 9, then 11

Something odd must be going on.

by ChipSet on Jul 18, 2008 10:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

When you jum arround...I think...

the scoreboard needs time to get “back in synch”........I’ve seen similar anomolies thruout the season

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by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Greg Maddux only went 4 innings

and 57 pitches. 6 runs, all earned. Ugh.

by ChipSet on Jul 18, 2008 10:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

And people here want him?

Actually…I’ve said so myself…..guess Lieber throws 50, Maddux 50 and you go to the pen…Is that better than Marquis?

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

actually if we are discussing books I got a kinda off the wall book question for you

As you prolly know Geo is my FAVORITE Cub. If I want to learn more about catchers/catching any ideas?

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 10:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I hear Catcher in the Rye is pretty good... ;-)

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 10:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Silinas....

Kinda close to Monterray…right??

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by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

It's Next To Caramel

And then you can go onto Santa’s Cruise. :-)

Eat More Katsui

by CaliCub on Jul 18, 2008 10:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Or Big Sur

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Funny you should mention that...

I saw one at the library the other day…”Great Catchers” I believe was the title…Not sure how good it is, but I’m sure it’s interesting..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Tom Owens is the author

That is the title. Does look interesting. I’ll add it to my see if the library has it list.

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 11:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Keep me posted...

if you like it, i’ll try it too..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

We can come up w/ our own reading list LOL

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 11:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Ha..

sounds like a plan to me!

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

same with you!

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 11:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Have you ever read "Bang The Drum Slowly"?

It’s fiction, but about baseball and a great read.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Why did Mr Manager

send howery out for 9th….for pete’s sake…he’s carrying 13 pitchers.

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Wood wasn't available right?

Marmol maybe?

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

That blister still bothering him?

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by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 11:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Yeah...

I think Lou mentioned it before the game.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

brew crew now up 2-0

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 10:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Rich Hill was lousy at Daytona tonight

Rich Harden Fever, Catch It !!!!!!!!!!

by MDBNIU on Jul 18, 2008 10:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Lost night all the way around

nice work by the offense tonight…solo HR the only scoring. Seen that movie before…like most of 2004.

Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!

by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 18, 2008 10:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Relief pitchers didn't do him any favors...

At least his control wasn’t too bad…

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

I'm out long enough to miss one game

and this happens? Come on, boys, get them good tomorrow!

"Memory believes before knowing remembers. Believes longer than recollects, longer than knowing even wonders."
-- William Faulkner

by jennypage on Jul 18, 2008 10:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Hey Al...

What happened to the ability to edit our own posts…?

My keyboard su^%$.....and I’d like to go correct my spelling sometime(s)

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

never had it.... and probably never will

too many revisionists here – it could/would get ugly…

You can however, edit your fanposts – just not your comments.

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Jul 18, 2008 10:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Confused w/ a Bears board I post on.....

Oh well…..I stand by what I say …or admit I was wrong…

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by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 10:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

PREVIEW is your friend...

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 10:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Kosuke is really struggling with the bat

Everything hit is a lazy fly to the outfield. He looks like he’s getting very frustrated with himself too.

Rich Harden Fever, Catch It !!!!!!!!!!

by MDBNIU on Jul 18, 2008 10:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

+1

Maybe when Soriano comes back and he’s moved down in the order it will help…I dunno..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Pretty pathetic exhibition by the offense tonight

Dome needs to either start hitting or get moved down to the latter part of the lineup in the lineup, he just isn’t very good right now

Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living."

by DC Cubbie on Jul 18, 2008 11:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Yep...

doesn’t look like the same Dome he was at the first third or so of the season.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Sabathia with a 1 hitter with 8 K's so far through 6.

Sudsers lead 3-0.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

6-0, game over, bad night all around.

Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living."

by DC Cubbie on Jul 18, 2008 11:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Well....shit...

that sucks!

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

+1

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Jul 18, 2008 11:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Its amazing how much different this team is on the road, especially the offense

it seems we have so much confidence at home, but the exact opposite when we get out of town. Hope we can turn it around in the next 6 days

Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living."

by DC Cubbie on Jul 18, 2008 11:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Agreed..

Cubs play 15 of their final 21 on the road. Hope they have a big lead by then.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

or better yet start playing better on the road

"We have a pretty strong belief that we are going to win those types of games. It's our confidence. "--Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly

by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 18, 2008 11:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

yeah..that too..:)

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Just got back from Hawks convention didnt see the game

How the hell did Brain Moehler shut us down?

"This is why Major League Baseball does not need instant replay, because then every single play will then be reviewed." -- Joe Morgan, 5/18/08, referring to an umpire ruling a Carlos Delgado homerun foul when replays showed it hit the foul pole.

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 18, 2008 11:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Hell if I know..

Being on here, I didn’t really pay close attention. I don’ t think our hitters were very patient though…Seems like we were hacking at everything..

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Jul 18, 2008 11:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

I know evryone is gone but I'm gonna post anyway to answer CubsBall2202

Lilly was solid. Wonder Hamster flashed some leather and had a nice double. Edmonds popped one into the Crawford Boxes. All else was flat…bad flat. Way too many lazy fly balls. Fukudome is still circling the drain (try a bunt perhaps and at least create better angles on the infield**assuming he’ll hit the ball on the ground again someday). Lee still worries me though the numbers are strong. Howry has me petrified (fix the titanium, grind ball in glove, tug strings…WORK DOWN!). I know it’s one game but damn it…Houston…Moehler? I wathched the Cards and the Brewers tonight as well as the Cubs and they looked rested and energized. Our boys looked flat. Get’em tomorrow.

"I never did say that you can't be a nice guy and win. I said that if I was playing third base and my mother rounded third with the winning run, I'd trip her up." - Leo Durocher

by Hagen on Jul 19, 2008 1:09 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs