First Pitch Thread: Cubs vs. Astros, Saturday 7/19, 6:05 CT
by Al Yellon on Jul 19, 2008 6:00 PM CDT
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Basehit Theriot.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
thanks for letting us slow pokes know about the thread, Sue
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
Thank you again for telling me NOT to cancel my SportsPack.
I owe you infinity.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
You are so welcome.
I thought I was right but others didn’t think so. Glad it worked out for you and you like it.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
Yeah, I love it.
Some games are blacked out due to the FOX schedule—but I get most games with the package, and I’m so happy with my purchase.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
1-1 on Johnson
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
1-2 on Johnson
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
sue have you seen any interesting articles on our boy lately?
nothing has showed up on my google search recently
"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 19, 2008 6:09 PM CDT reply actions
Sadly no. Hopefully
one of these days one will show up. :D
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
anyone good with computers and MLB.TV?
I bought it and downloaded all the things it said i needed and it wont work on my computer. It worked last year. It also works on other computers so its not my account.
any suggestions?
why does it say it doesn't work?
Did you download the nex-def plugin?
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
OK bc that is what got me at the start of the season.
I don’t have any other idea why it wouldnt work then
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
have you tried
uninstalling it and reinstalling?
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
Sacrificing a virgin to the mlb gods?
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions
I was wondering the same thing
"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 19, 2008 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't have MLB.TV, but I had the same problem with Gameday Audio
I called them multiple times, then I finally asked to speak to a supervisor. The supervisor escalated my problem to “tier 2 tech support”. After losing my initial e-mail reply, they finally called me back and helped me figure out my problem. (Tier 2 folks really know what they’re talking about.)
In my case, it had to do with some combination of an outdated Java platform and my firewall. Also, she had me disable Silverlight—it seems to do more harm than good.
I had to disable my Windows (XP) firewall and cut my Kaspersky firewall to minimal protection to make it work. Apparently, the new system streams something that some firewalls regard as a threat. She said that firewalls have been one of the biggest problems with the 2008 products.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
I just uninstalled
and reinstalled silverlight and nexdef and still nothin. the screen is just blank. but I have Kaspersky too maybe that’s it
i would call...
customer service…they are good, they will help. they helped me once
"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 19, 2008 6:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Try this.
Uninstall Silverlight, and disable the Windows XP firewall.
In Kaspersky, put the Firewall on “low security”, check “Enable filtration system”, uncheck “Enable Intrusion detection System, uncheck “Enable Popup Blocking”, and uncheck “Enable Anti-Banner”. You might need to restart for that to take effect.
You probably need NextDef—not sure, as I only have Gameday Audio and don’t need it.
If that doesn’t work, call MLB Tech Support and immediately ask to speak with a supervisor. They can elevate problems. If you call during “business hours” they may be able to forward you to tier 2 immediately.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
where do i diasble
the windows XP firewall? Internet options then Privacy? On hold with mlb tech support right now
Don't disable the firewall
It is probably Silverlight. You need to uninstall it and run the older media center interface. Silverlight is still very buggy (it is technically a beta software … which leads me to believe that MLB.com is crazy to put it in as the primary interface.)
Uninstall Silverlight under control panel – add remove programs.
Reboot.
Log back into MLB. It will ask if you want to run the older media center of silverlight interface. Pick media center.
Have fun!
I want my Macias!
Control Panel --> Security Center
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
I would love a HR from D-Lee right now.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
Wasn't meant to be
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions
and he strikes out. Ugh.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
I have a brand new HDTV and my new DirecTV.
If I get a Cubs win and a nice dinner from my wife … I will be in heaven.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
I have a brand new HDTV
but still regular old AFN on it… but I ain’t complaining.
No wife, but the takeaway indian food I had a few hours back was quite a good dinner!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
if she's 8 month preggo....
shouldnt you be making the dinner??
"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 19, 2008 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm helping.
I’m not good in the kitchen. She isn’t cooking anything serious - won’t have that. :)
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
Im just kidding anyhow....
sorry I just couldnt resist.
"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 19, 2008 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions
I know bud.
Kidding but true, though, lol.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
what can i say it was the female in me that just came out for a sec
"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 19, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
we gotta look out for each other for sure ;-)
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
LOL.
Yeah, we’re making Hamburger Helper - I know - it’s a damn shame I can’t even fix that without burning the house down.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
Try some zatarain's
Easier than H.H.!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, I've fixed that before.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
Do you have a trader joes near you?
They have a ton of frozen stuff that is simple to make and is actually tasty.
"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 19, 2008 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Really?
Never actually got stuff from there before.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
yeah dont have to add spices or anything
mushroom rosoto is yummy. its my favorite.
"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 19, 2008 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions
no worries.... Im ordering out tonight 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 19, 2008 6:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I made enough cole slaw today
to feed all the troops overseas. Want me to fedex some to you? Sheesh… someday I’ll get portion size down to a dull roar.
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
Yum!!!
I’ll trade you some home made sugar cookies for some slaw.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
Emelie agreed to this trade
But she said that I would need to be a trade mediator… so send the cookies to me!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions
When you make enough cookies
to feed all the troops overseas, let me know. I’m the only contact you need :)
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions
anyone make seafood tacos?
thats what I’d happily trade for
"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 19, 2008 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Let me know what you want in trade....
those are something I love but arent made around here
"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 19, 2008 6:46 PM CDT up reply actions
now now... let's not be greedy...
order out for some pizza….
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
did anyone watch
in the cards game where giles (i think) hit the wall and when the ump asked him about it, he totally just stared him down, and dissed him?? ...i htought it was funny
"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 19, 2008 6:15 PM CDT reply actions
Yeah I saw that, ump was trying to show off or the mike and Giles was having Roid Rage at the time
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
haha
"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 19, 2008 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
With the exception of one start (i think he was hurt) last year this guy has dominated us
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
actually...
he has a 3-4 record in 8 starts against us
"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 19, 2008 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions
this guy is very good at home against us and everyone else
...but it is time we change that MoJo, tonight!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
hope your right, but it was a lot shittier pitcher last night
that we did nothing with
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."
Little late.
I see I didn’t miss anything, damn. Lets GO Z!
some offense would be really cool tonight
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."
your fingers to the mountain top
"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 19, 2008 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions
15 walks all year for Matsui before that
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."
Kaz was bad ball eater
but may changed his style…
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
by dragonsfanatic on Jul 19, 2008 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Dome's diary up
Good morning….
I just put up quick summery of Dome’s recent diary from ASG. Hope he can go out of his slump asap…
Last Sunday was our regional high school baseball final match for National Koshien Tournament (Final Four equivalent in Japan), and the team managed by my friend won first time in 11 years, beating Spring National Champion team by the score of 5-2. It was very first time for my friend in his 30 years of management career in 4-5 schools, as he is known as silver medal collector. We had dinner on Friday and he was so happy. Their ace pitcher is another top draft candidate, throws 95mph fastball, very well-located cut ball, change up, splitter and nasty slider.
I'm bleeding Dragons Blue.
Thanks again for the diaries, Dragons
and what a great day for you and your friend! Isn’t it great to share memories like that?
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
I was surprised to read that he only gave himself a 5 outta 100 so far
"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 19, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Im guessing his struggle over the last
month is what is one his mind and is reflected in that rating
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."
What a stud!!!!!!
"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 19, 2008 6:24 PM CDT reply actions
oh yes!!
i mean….good job man!!
"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 19, 2008 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Anyone else glad he chose the 'Stros over the Cubs?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Never mind on the strike out :)
Throw em’ out anyway lol
Maybe he'll settle
down now and be fine.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
lets not start this...
fly ball stuff, lol
"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 19, 2008 6:27 PM CDT reply actions
ok, nevermind, hehe
"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 19, 2008 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Well I thought that had a chance to go, flyballs are ok as long as they all hit that wall
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
I'm surprised there isn't a windmill and an elephant
in the outfield like you would find at any good miniature golf course.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
There isn't?
I could of sworn I saw one last year when I was there
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions
a three ring circus...
lawn gnomes…
plastic flamingoes…
and people juggling bowling pins…
the list goes on
"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 19, 2008 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Forced Dispropotionate Dimensions Suck
Dodger Stadium is a good example of a symmetric ballpark with appeal.
Eat More Katsui
I'd love to
see Dome hit one out this at bat.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
he'll get his mojo back
I think he needs this year to adjust
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
I really really really hate it when we leave 'em on base
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
At least we got some on base
The next step is bringing them in
Man, dome 7 hits in all July, that is really bad
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."
I Can Remember...
in August of 1986, Darryl Strawberry was hitless in all home games at Shea.
Eat More Katsui
I read something about that not too long ago
But, I forgot where it was. Amazing though none the less.
i dont wanna say "we" really need this win today...
but i will say “I” do lol
"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 19, 2008 6:35 PM CDT reply actions
stupid Padres
even a team as bad as that could hold onto a 5-run lead!!!
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
I'll say it
really don’t want the Cards pick 2 /1/2 games in the first 3 days after the break
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."
Tejada
was money in the all-star game. And how bad as Uggla?
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
"was"
""At the end of the day, boys, you don't tell me how rough the water is, you bring in the ship." -- Steve Stone
bad of epic proportions....
"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 19, 2008 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Hits like that tells me it is gonna be an interesting night.
Not a bad night, just an interesting one
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
Watching on Gameday
How does Pence Ground out to SS and Tejada advances to 2nd? Hit and Run?
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions
c'mon Z you need to step up
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."
The OFFENSE
needs to step up, or he’ll lose 1-0.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions
Agree with that.
Not the pitching that is worrying me at this point. Lilly pitched a hell of a game last night. And you know that Z is going to do his thing.
Totally
and I thought Fukudome might get the night off against the lefty. When Sori gets back, they’ll be able to have all righties in the outfield.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions
the lead off walk comes back to haunt Z
with two “excuse me” swings after that. Oh well…
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
leadoff walks will do it everytime
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."
80% of the time...
it works everytime…
"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 19, 2008 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I hear a loud sucking sound...
The charitable, cohesive Cincinnati Reds:" Hamilton acknowledges that he sensed some resentment in the locker room from three or four players." SI-May 2008 (and one announcer?)
Ok Big Z got it done after that walk, SCORE SOME GOSH DARN RUNS!
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
We need to score this inning....please!!!
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
40 Pitches through 2 innings
Not Good
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:42 PM CDT reply actions
It's only 2 innings
not a good pace i’ll give you that, but if he has a couple easy innings he’ll be Ok.
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Alright y'all
I watched part of the OAK/NYY game… and OAK loses. I watched part of the SDP/STL game… and the cards win.
I’m bad luck today, plus that it’s almost 1am I’m calling it quits for now. Do me a favor and make sure I wake up to a W flag, will ya?
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
Notre Dame doesn't need my help
They suck enough to lose anyway!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
by sanantonecub on Jul 19, 2008 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
I think the Irish are more then capable of going 2-9 without anyones help
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."
Consider it done.....
Z told me this morning that he was going to win tonight… :-)
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
I like Johnson hitting 2nd
with Pukie, I mean fookie struggling so horridly.
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:44 PM CDT reply actions
Right on time Reed.
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Pukie
LOL
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
now let's see hoe DLee's wrist looks
The charitable, cohesive Cincinnati Reds:" Hamilton acknowledges that he sensed some resentment in the locker room from three or four players." SI-May 2008 (and one announcer?)
is harden...
gonna get 7 days rest everytime?? i dont understand why so long…and throwig 2 starters that played in the asg before him….
i understand being cautous, someone clarify this for me….i feel stupid
"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 19, 2008 6:45 PM CDT reply actions
They're being pretty cautious for sure
hopefully they start to feel confidence in his health, and he can get on a normal rotation.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions
His numbers are much better on long rest, i think lou is just taking advantage of giving him some time off
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
I think thats just it
They are taking the cautious approach. A few extra days with the break and all.
C'mon Geo
"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 19, 2008 6:48 PM CDT reply actions
Conguring the 2004 Cubs
who stopped scoring runs without the long ball. Hopefully this trend ends…Soon!
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions
timely hits = 0 :-(
We’ll turn that around.
This team needs to give Z some run support. The Cubs seem to really struggle every time Z is on the bump.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
5 left on base if anyone else is counting at home :(
"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 19, 2008 6:49 PM CDT reply actions
Nice 3-1 swing.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:49 PM CDT reply actions
Ok this officially sucks.
Why does this team look so bad on the road!!!!
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:49 PM CDT reply actions
It's all mental
home vs. road.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions
OT: Anybody see the HBO doc on Micky Mantle?
It was OK… a bit bland
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
didn't see it but I am so sick of all the old Mantle, Yankees rap on HBO, ESPn, etc.
who cares, hell he wasn’t even the best player of his generation.
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."
Back In Motown...
You would hear the argument that Al Kaline was better than The Mick. Not a better power hitter but a better overall player.
Eat More Katsui
I agree
Do a lil more on someone like Jackie Robinson.
"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 19, 2008 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Confess
the Yankees got me into baseball in the first place so I still have a little soft spot for them… and I spent half my life in Boston, so the Red Sox also have a bigger soft spot. Fear not, the Cubs are the love of my life.
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
man we are bad 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."
not that we are going to lose tonight, but didn't we lose the first two
games of the first half? That part of the season seemed to turn out OK.
12 innings is not a trend.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
YOU and Sue
keep forgetting – that was at HOME. Big difference. And – the Cubs historically have a poor winning percentage in Houston.
This team could be ties for first by next week. Let’s hope not – but this road play is BRUTAL.
I hate "In play, out(s)"
When we are batting
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:50 PM CDT reply actions
not as much
as i cant stand in play hits, when we are pitching
"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 19, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions
need a quick inning
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."
Z needs a quick 1-2-3 inning
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:52 PM CDT reply actions
Hey!
It’s going to take more than 1 run to win this game!!
Relax!!
geez looks like Z left his stuff in NYC
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."
bear down chicago cubs!!
"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 19, 2008 6:54 PM CDT reply actions
Slow roller I take it?
That’s twice the Astros have grounded out with a man on first today and runner advances to 2nd.
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:55 PM CDT reply actions
starter
who is starting tommorrow??
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Dempster
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions
dempster
lol jk
"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 19, 2008 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
True dat
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
A walk here wouldn't be the worst thing actually
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
A walk isn't the worst thing there
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
pick your poison
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Don't worry about the other guys!!!!
As long as the Cubs win the series they play through the end of the year, they’ll be fine
Game over
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
If they lose
Lou is gonna kill someone.
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Gawd, this makes
me want to eat a bunch of cookies. :-(
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
Was Z yelling AT or TO Geo?
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry
3 hits and 2 runs for the Astros
and 5 Hits and 0 runs for the Cubs. More of that Chinese math.
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 7:00 PM CDT reply actions
Racist?
What are you talking about? You’ve obviuosly never heard that before so you don’t know what you’re talking about so I will cut you some slack
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions
you are right
research it, and I’m sorry. There’s just a propensity at times for racism during game threads.
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
LOL
Good Idea
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions
COPS is starting
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry
z,z,z,z,z,z,z,z,z,z,z
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 7:01 PM CDT reply actions
This is shaping up
like another 2-4 road trip.
Ugh…
How do the Cardinals keep winning on the road with their pitching. I guess Pujols never slumps for long…
wtf z, way to be ace against a crappy ballclub
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."
surprised blue mike hasnt showed up yet
"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 19, 2008 7:02 PM CDT reply actions
Give him time.
He won’t be able to help himself.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
hes my sign to log off bcb
"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 19, 2008 7:03 PM CDT reply actions
Don't worry -
we’ll “get ‘em tomorrow” – right guys?
A team psychologist could hypnotize them into thinking their road games are at Wrigley?
It is 3 innings
X 3.
When you see some signs of life, let us know.
well, maybe Z can have a nice short inning here and
we can turn this momentum around.
The Cubs do tend to look lethargic on the road, more often than not. We have to break that trend…the sooner the better!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
Great.
Maybe you’ll bring them some luck now.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
What was the problem?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Lou needs to remind these guys the 2nd half has started
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."
Tonight's play exemplifies
what some of us have been discussing since the ASG:
by the years’ end, if this holds true to form, if the team is not around .500 on the road – the Division will be tough odds to win. Especially this year.
Just reality
Reality bites. Its a looong season, and the Cubs will certainly be in the hunt. Wake up and smell the coffee.
Hey I'm fine.
It is what it is. Complaining in post after post doesn’t change things.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
Fuke got a hit?
Buy a lottery ticket!
Demp and Rich: proof that people that live in igloos and say "eh" can contibute!
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Jul 19, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions
Until they figure out
how to win on the road…..
just hope they stick around.
September doesn’t look too promising
ughhh Cedeno
1 step forward, 2 steps back.
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 7:08 PM CDT reply actions
Thank you for not
referring to him as “Onedec”.
Patience
This team better get less aggressive early in the count and much, much more selective or this road trip, and this division lead, is going to whittle to nothing. There is no reason Ronny Cedeno should ever swing the bat unless he has two strikes on him. He isn’t a home run threat, he isn’t a run producer. He has to approach AB’s like he’s a pitcher and let them throw him three strikes to beat him. Same for Reed Johnson, same for Theriot, same for Fontenot to some extent.
Who needs a stinkin' tag line? What are they for anyway?
a hit and run would have seemed like a good call there
Lou seems to be a little slump of his own.
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."
In any event
looks like it will be a dogfight among three teams for the rest of the year. – sigh -
Grab your Pepto Bismol
+1
so who do Cub fans cheer for next week?
"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 19, 2008 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions
I love the way WGN
always includes a few cuts to Santo during the game … they really get it
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
walking Brad Ausmus is like walking the pitcher
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."
I so wish we had the catcher and pitcher mic'ed
What doesn't destroy you makes you stranger -- The Joker
Honestly,
considering they are right now 15-15 with Soriano out, they have done remarkably well.
He makes the lineup so much stronger when he’s on.
Unreal, this is disgusting! We are in big trouble, we don’t look good at all, and the way we play on the road is just awful!
Not to worry -
we’ll get ‘em tomorrow.
Soriano is back next Thursday or Friday. Hopefully we’ll still be in or near first by then.
I got someone for everyone to blame!!
My dad!!!!!!!!
My trip to Wrigley was for the Giants series last weekend.
His flight was delayed and he didn’t show up to Wrigley until the 6 inning last Sat when it was 7-0 Cubs.
He saw a 7-1 game in favor of the Cubs. But ever since then, the Cub haven’t been the same.
Place your blame on him!!!!!!!!!! LOL
What's Zambrano's pitch count?
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by High_Tight_Fastball on Jul 19, 2008 7:15 PM CDT reply actions
offense now would be a good time to show up
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."
hell a this point a run would be good
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."
Just out of curiosity
does anybody know the Cubs road splits with soriano in the lineup compared to without him
by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 19, 2008 7:16 PM CDT reply actions
New thread up
"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 19, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions
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