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Overflow Thread 1: Cubs vs. Marlins, Saturday 7/26, 12:05 CT

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indeed you are

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

K K K K K K K K K!!!

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Jul 26, 2008 1:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

thanks for the link emelie

"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 26, 2008 1:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

my pleasure

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

71 Pitches so far

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

he's got to be up over 70.

We need him to get into the 7th. Then Gaudin, then Marmol.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thank you Emelie

for bringing us here

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

it's not the same without you ;-}

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

we need some groundballs

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

good call!

"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 26, 2008 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

good call

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

here?

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

in each of his first 3 cubs starts

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

K K K K K K K K K K!!!

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Jul 26, 2008 1:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ok

can he get grounders now? ::D

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He could, but he'd rather do it this way.

I can’t say enough good things about Harden right now. And he’s really a contrast with Z – no emotions, not really interested in what he’s doing at the plate… one isn’t necessarily better than the other, but they’re very different stylistically.

The other thing I keep noticing is how YOUNG Harden is. He could be a Cub for a long, long time.

by cwyers on Jul 26, 2008 1:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He is young.

Like I’ve said from the get-go, we could end up pulling off the deal of the century, or the deal that “could of been”.

He’s one hell of a pitcher. I don’t have a problem with the strikeouts, but I the walks is what stopped him from getting into the 6th and 7th innings.

Personally, Harden is my favorite pitcher on the staff. No offense to Z, but I think Harden is just more exciting to watch. We are so fortunate to have 2 #1 pitchers.

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by Unique on Jul 26, 2008 2:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

From an A's fan perspective - It is cool to see people recognize that Harden's so young

No one in A’s-land EVER refers to Richie as young. But he IS!

When I looked up his age and saw that he’s 26, I was shocked. A’s fandom acts like he’s 31…

by schmifty on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

wow too much good stuff this early! Love Harden

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

we are at 78 now

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Rich's career high for K is 11

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

semi-intentional walk?

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He walked Ramirez to bring Herminda up

Just so he could hit him.

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He wanted to "hit" him with a change up?

If you are going to put the tying run in scoring position by hitting someone..you better use your fast ball and make it count

by cubsnlinux on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he's using the invisible

sarcasm font.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

thanks

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Dang HBP

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

uh oh not good

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

but not horrible

"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 26, 2008 1:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

uh--hmmmmmm

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

FRAK!

walk and THEN a HBP.

Not GOOD. I know he’s a great pitcher, but if he can’t go long for us…

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

that's what I'm worried about

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yep

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:39 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 26, 2008 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Marshall

is up.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

And our collective stomach starts to churn acid

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

not mine

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

see all good

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Actually

Marshall is probably the bullpen pitcher I’m most relaxed about.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Considering...

I think you’re right.

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

maybe next inning

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

one more

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

RAMIREZ!!!!!!!!

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

GREAT catch ARam!!!

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

nice play aram

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i wanna see...

gaudin, cotts and marmol

"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 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

or just 2 of them

"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 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

and I never want to see Howry again

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+ ALOT

"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 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

all right

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Aramis saves it

now, let’s get some runs!!

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

WOW

I shall make a sacrifice to the god of cock-fighting. Whatever god that is.

Thank you, Rami.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

or a god watching cock fighting?

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

that's an odd one...

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Pitch count?

for harden?

Aramis Ramirez- NL MVP
Kosuke Fukudome- NL ROY
Carlos Marmol- Rolaids Relief Man

by sheamcmurray on Jul 26, 2008 1:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

87

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

thank you

n/t

Aramis Ramirez- NL MVP
Kosuke Fukudome- NL ROY
Carlos Marmol- Rolaids Relief Man

by sheamcmurray on Jul 26, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

we are at 87

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

maybe

he can go one more inning…

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i think they will see how he does

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Heart beat starting to return to normal

What a play by Rami.

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'd like to buy some insurance please?

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Riot

appears to be on a mission to try to pull the ball.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I've noticed that too

Its like he worked on going the opposite way for the first half and now he’s pulling for the second half.

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

after one team put the oppo-shift on him

I think he figured he needs to spray the ball a little more

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

by californiachicagoan on Jul 26, 2008 1:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

we need some insurance runs this inning

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

well

that was the call. But he didn’t actually swing.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Odd show of emotion by Lee

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i think

he is just frustrasted with himself

"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 26, 2008 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

it was a VERY bad call.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Indeed

but Lee is usually very controlled. I can’t recall seeing him throw junk around in the dugout.

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

feh

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Rob Drake

Is a fucking joke. Worst umpire in baseball IMO

by gocubs40 on Jul 26, 2008 1:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

calm down

we arent sending out lynch mobs or anytthing

"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 26, 2008 1:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

who is pitching?

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Marshall

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

is Marshall pitching?

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

no, he's playing right

DeRo is pitching.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I knew DeRo would be a good pitcher

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

HAHAHA

but it’ll happen one of these days

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

it's why I tivo

every game.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Marshall is pitching.

I like Rich Harden a lot. I really do. But he’s got to go deeper in the ball game.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm hoping since he's young he'll figure it out... but yeah

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i like what you just said

"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 26, 2008 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That makes a

lotof sense.

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The strikeouts are nice

but he won’t go deep in games until he learns to get outs without K’s.

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by BigJohnAZ on Jul 26, 2008 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

good point

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ks are not a problem

Walks are.

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

by californiachicagoan on Jul 26, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Rich will not be going deeper into ball games.

I wish I would stop seeing this request. Not realistic.

by schmifty on Jul 26, 2008 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Did the hit HP ump go back in to the game?

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I don't think so

but I’ve been wrong before

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he went longer

in his last start didnt he

"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 26, 2008 1:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

and the 7th

the first game, didn’t he?

That’s a disturbing trend…

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

they're just watching his pitch count

I’m ok with it for now

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

haha

good call

"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 26, 2008 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hope so.

I’m not harping. I’m worried.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't care about Ks

I care about Ws. Sabathia has got THREE complete games. Harden is a great pitcher, I agree, but if he can’t go deep, we end up turning it over to pitchers like Howry and Wuertz.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Isnt Wuertz in the minors?

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

by californiachicagoan on Jul 26, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he'll be back up.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

and how many

Ws does he have with the team?

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's the offense's fault, not his.

Harden has been sterling as a starter for the Cubs. If he does this all season I’ll be thrilled.

by cwyers on Jul 26, 2008 1:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

pitches 5-6 innings per start?

I won’t.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

they are protecting him

he can go longer and will come sept and october, guaranteed!

by maddux1-27-07 on Jul 26, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I know you didnt want Harden

but no amount of “worrying” is gonna make Rich’s start with the Cubs a bad thing. He has a great start.

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

by californiachicagoan on Jul 26, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

it is a great start.

I just wish he could go longer.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:00 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't doubt that.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Okay, well five innings of sub-1.00 ERA pitching...

...followed by four innings of our bullpen is vastly superior to anything that isn’t Carlos Zambrano.

by cwyers on Jul 26, 2008 2:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

heh.

depends on which bullpen, but ok.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+100000000

exactly what im saying

by maddux1-27-07 on Jul 26, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I just never want to hear Blue Mike etc

Complain that Maddux is a Six inning pitcher again. K’s are fine are great but
they cause you to throw MORE pitches and the guy can only go 5 to 6 innings it is
a problem for a so called “ace”. Let’s be honest. The “ace” of the Cubs is DEMPSTER
followed by Z and then Harden.

"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry

by Doggie Stalker on Jul 26, 2008 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm not sure I'd call Demp an Ace

but he’s still doing extremely well. He the starting pitcher I’m most confident in these days.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I agree

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

about the pitcher rankings

Absolutely. Dempster has easily been the most consistant pitcher all year.
Also I will take a pitcher who can go 8 and give up two runs over a guy who goes
5 and gives up none.

"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry

by Doggie Stalker on Jul 26, 2008 2:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He's been the most consistent, I guess.

But Zambrano and Harden are better pitchers, IMO. I would rather throw those 2 out any day over Dempster.

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by Unique on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'd rather have the consistency.

Demp goes out there, you know what you’re getting.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

huh?

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

1 out

that went a lot less farther than I thought it was going to.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Good job by Rich

i’d love to see him go 6+, but he dominated again and they pulled him with a low pitch count.

clap clap clap clap

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

If he has the good stuff today

I wouldn’t mind seeing Sean finish this one out. 4 innings from a recent starter, no problem

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:52 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

that's my hope!

we score 4-5 runs in the 6th and Lou let’s him finish the game.

Is that too much too ask??

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

to ask...oops

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

no but it was too many "o's"

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That would be awesome

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

K!

nice, Sean!

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 1:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thank you,, Sean. Good 1-2-3 inning

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 1:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

nice job Sean

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Going from Harden to Marshall

has got to be a tough adjustment for the hitters

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:55 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow I'm getting no work done today

good thing by boss isn’t here

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 1:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

(sorry)

(what does LBR stand for?)

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Did anybody else see the Red Sox may be looking

to get rid of Manny? Too bad he can’t play RF he could spell Fuku and we could have $30 mil invested in right

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by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 26, 2008 1:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He will play out the season, but not have his club option picked up

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

NY Mets

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Won't happen

it’s the same story every summer.

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

guessing who knows

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't see

how/where he would fit with our organization.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Baby Ruth

With another hit.

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 1:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Volsted has to be getting up there in pitches

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 1:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

90

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

96

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 1:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

My DP angst

increases with every new one.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:01 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

yep. a lovely sight to behold

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

are you watching

some other game?

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Sorry I wasn't here to do Richie's K's

I am on a trip to NYC… have been watching on my phone. Here is a catch-up:

Do we know why Rich was taken out after only 87? Is he OK?

by schmifty on Jul 26, 2008 2:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

as far as we know, right

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 2:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

started to walk a few

If this was prison I would shank you.

by brownbuddha on Jul 26, 2008 2:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he started to lose control

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

as far as we know

pitch-count.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Just keeping him on a short leash

Injury history and all…Hendry wants him to play the rest of the season not burn him out, he was still dominating when he left

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by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 26, 2008 2:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That would be good

Made me nervous because earlier this year, we saw him pulled in about the 5th even though he was dealing and only up to about 85 pitches… they wouldn’t say why… then they pushed back his next start… and eventually scratched him from it. This felt like deja-vu. I hope the outcome isn’t the same. I REALLY didn’t like them leaving him in for 113 last time. Hopefully this is just an attempt to make up for it.

by schmifty on Jul 26, 2008 2:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

indeed.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

this is going to be a quick inning

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

With Marshall due up in the next half inning

do you suppose they pinch hit for him or let him stay and hold on to the lead

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by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 26, 2008 2:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, the offense is still a sputtering engine that every once in awhile guns it.....

I think we may need to just be patient and let them work this out….can’t see any bats available out there that will help that much…...on another note….Directv satellite is supposed to be installing my new setup today, too late for me to watch WGN HD but I gotta say whoever they hire to do their installs is from hillbilly central….

by razzpunk on Jul 26, 2008 2:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

You won't get WGN HD.

DirecTV doesn’t have it. But you will love having DirecTV.

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

So when Charlie Weis come up for the 7th inning stretch

is he cheered or booed? I remember when I lived in Chicago that you either loved or hated ND? Will it be a mixed reaction? Anyone with a guess?

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 2:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'll be booing and hiding my food

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wes Helms...

is this guy’s brother…

by nervousCUBlover on Jul 26, 2008 2:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

C'mon Sean retire this guy

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

hey

PHG has a pink shirt today.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I was wondering if that was him

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Whew!

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice

RUNS PLEASE

by gocubs40 on Jul 26, 2008 2:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Got him!

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Charlie?

I would too! Surprised he didn’t crash the press box into the upper deck!

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yep they're booing him

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

why?

geo4mvpgeo4roygeo4everything

by IheartGeo on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

because notre dame sucks?

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Jul 26, 2008 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

reminds me of growing up in Chicago.

thanks for the memories! :-))

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Because of Note Dames football record

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He hasn't done very well at ND

and a general hatred of all things ND. Pretty potent combo

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Shark sighting on camera

with cheesy grin. ha ha.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn, Weiss sings worse than he coaches...pass the food

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Fat Guy in a Little Jersey.....

/chris farleyd

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Time to say goodbye

I have to feed myself. I’ll just have to add that I enjoyed your company on this fine afternoon. Keep having fun. Go Cubs.

One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.

by chilango2 on Jul 26, 2008 2:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

bye! eat well!

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Have a good night.

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

weiss

sounded like he was going through puberty

"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 26, 2008 2:12 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

he was an improvement over tony romo

"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 26, 2008 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh yeah

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Notre Dame Flow-Chart

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Jul 26, 2008 2:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Good one

I root for whover plays against Notre Dame

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Me too

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he sounds depressed doesn't he?

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He talks like eeyore

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

rofl!

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Weis is doing nothing in his interview

to dispel notions of an ego as large as his boiler

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Marshall needs to show Fukudome how to hit

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 2:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I might get me

a Marshall shirt.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Marshall

is now batting1.000 on Saturdays when Harden starts!

"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda

by Goodie1969 on Jul 26, 2008 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

pete's sake.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm pretty sure

you’re so full of it, your eyes are brown.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well of course you're pretty sure you're right, or you wouldn't have said it.

That’s not in question. What’s in question is how you’re literate enough to type while being pretty sure you’re right about that.

by cwyers on Jul 26, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

you can't +1

your own comment!

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

you can't -1 a comment

that calls you on the carpet for +1 your own comment!

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

exactly!!!!!!!!

why ruin it for the rest of us.

"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 26, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

you can't +1 your own comment

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

we really need a couple more runs

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

well

not this inning. Keep us in it, Sean

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ugh!

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Shocking another GIDP

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ive gone from cookie dough

to slices of plain white bread….im weird

"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 26, 2008 2:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

rofl!! you need some cucumber soup, my man!

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i really hate to say it but

i almost get sick at the smell of cukes….sorry, wanna make me something else? 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 26, 2008 2:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I make a mean cole slaw

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

sold!!!

too bad you cant send things like that via email!!

"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 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Bye Weiss, don't leave ND, those losses are fun to see and your 'fans' are fun to listen to

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

They should just start fonzie at 0-2

to save us the time

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by RightFieldSucks on Jul 26, 2008 2:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

+1

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yep

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I didn't say a thing about hitting

just that he’s always behind in the count. don’t put words in my mouth.

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by RightFieldSucks on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

BS

Of course it was about hitting. Don’t be so disingenuous.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Jul 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

anyone shocked Weis didn't button the jersey?

...he brought us the same luck he brings ND. no parting gifts for him.

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 2:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

honest question

is buttoning the Jersey important?

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not important

But I’m I at least have the option

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by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

*I'm glad I...

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's like a sportcoat

button it when standing, unbuttoned when sitting.

Unless one is obese, then fashion rules are flexible.

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

But it ain't his fault, that's why he sued the doctor....

...oh wait, he lost the lawsuit didn’t he.

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

hide the children

the apocolypse is here!

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1 giggling @ that one

"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 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Marshall is doing very well!

it’s nice to see.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Cubs have three guys in the pen...

...that can go long: Gaudin, Marshall and now Samardzija. I’d love to see them take advantage of it.

by cwyers on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I blame you

for the jinx.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

it's a fair cop.

but he has been pitching well.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I was only

4.5% serious

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

nope

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well...

We need another run

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by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

BOOM GOES THE DYNAMITE

Sonofa….

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

poop

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

aw, hell.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

dangit HR

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Harden

third ND in a row.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

There is no justice.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

11 more and he will catch up with Maddux

"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry

by Doggie Stalker on Jul 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Sorry Maddux's streak is for no wins

"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry

by Doggie Stalker on Jul 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

flagged, troll.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Why?

He has given up 2 runs as a Cub and is 0-1. How pathetic is that?

by gocubs40 on Jul 26, 2008 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

not nearly as pathetic as you.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't know you.

it’s not personal. You’re a troll. Everything you do and say screams TROLL.

Shouldn’t you be on Facebook or Myspace or something?

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+1

Also flagged

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

by dtpollitt on Jul 26, 2008 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Flagged

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by BigJohnAZ on Jul 26, 2008 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not you, goCubs40

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by BigJohnAZ on Jul 26, 2008 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I was so confused... :)

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by dtpollitt on Jul 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hit the reply incorrectly. Been doing that a lot lately. My Bad :(

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by BigJohnAZ on Jul 26, 2008 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Big John, why are you flagging me?

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by dtpollitt on Jul 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i dont usually say things like this,

but shut 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." --Alvin Dark

by preachermancubsfan on Jul 26, 2008 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+10

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think we need to have an BCB-mandated number of +'s to give out. I mean...

...what’s a +1 or +10 worth when there’s always a random +1,000,000?! We need to control and regulate the plusing! Otherwise, with the price of inflation, you won’t even be able to buy a gallon of milk for +1!!!!

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 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

flagged again

"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 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hrmida again....

great googilymoogily

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

well that's just great

repeat of yesterday—wasted good performance by starter, complete lack of clutch hitting,

by nervousCUBlover on Jul 26, 2008 2:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

quick question...

why do you stick around when it is VERY clear that you are not welcome. if this situation occured to me, i would leave

"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 26, 2008 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

b/c that is what a troll does.

Troll is someone who wants people to react to him… and want to rile them up so they want him to go away.

his whole point here is too stick around b/c he ISNT wanted. childish, but that is exactly the point

"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 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

we'll need to email Al to check his flag file

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yep that's

the only way he knows about them.

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hi, my name is Rich Harden...I have given the Cubs all I have and this pathetic excuse for an offense...

has denied me 3 wins in 3 starts…..gee thanks alot for trading me to this team!!!!

by razzpunk on Jul 26, 2008 2:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

no.

you consistently post negative and flat-out WRONG BS about this team.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

dont listen to him... razzpunk

he’s just pissy b/c he’s a troll and no ones really taking the bait today. so this is his way of trying to get reaction.

"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 26, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

If we win who cares?

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who's here besides the trolls? I see drew, sue, LA, cwyers...

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

by dtpollitt on Jul 26, 2008 2:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

+1

If you don’t want to hear the truth, look away.
This Cubs offense HAS BEEN PATHETIC. Al will mention this inept offense in today’s recap I guarantee it.

by gocubs40 on Jul 26, 2008 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Only if you have a short memory.

The Cubs offense has scored more runs than any other team in the NL. It’s a slump, it’s not a crisis.

by cwyers on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

have you missed the part

where Florida is a really freakin’ good team? I mean, they’re what, 1.5 out in the NL East?

This ain’t the Padres.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

me

"Chicago baseball fans, who are composites of scar tissue and mortifying memories..." - George F. Will

by eswan9 on Jul 26, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Me too

"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda

by Goodie1969 on Jul 26, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Here

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm here

Clever signature line

by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

me too, this is becoming absurd; more flafs thrown than even ND gets

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

flags

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

More flagging here than at a NASCAR race.

"Chicago baseball fans, who are composites of scar tissue and mortifying memories..." - George F. Will

by eswan9 on Jul 26, 2008 2:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Im here.

t the troll is actually pouting. I dont think I’ve ever seen that.

"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 26, 2008 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

+100

I see a crooked # in the bottom of the 8th.

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

So anyway

I see where there’s a baseball game going on here…

"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda

by Goodie1969 on Jul 26, 2008 2:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh hell, flag!

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I flag that flag!

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Man, who's been better - Sabathia or Harden? Both trades look excellent...

...but it looks like the Brewers don’t give two shits about CC’s arm post-2008, whereas the Cubs are trying to set Harden up for the long-term, or a long run. Has there been a better starter the last two weeks than these two?

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 26, 2008 2:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

CC isn't a long-term player

for the Brewers, he’s a rental. We’ll have Harden for at least another year.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

huh?

this, in particular, is a reply to Dan…

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

:D

no worries.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I also think Lou is using Harden better than Ned is using CC

Lou knows Harden’s value is partly to get to the post season but mostly for dominating during postseason. So he pulls him with a low pitch count.

Ned Yost is running CC out there for complete games just trying to get the Brewers to the postseason. CC is a horse, but I’d be nervous if I were a Brewers fan

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah...

...I know CC is a rental, but he’s thrown what, three complete games already? Isn’t that a tad high if they are expecting to make a playoff run?

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 26, 2008 2:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

theyr'e chasing.

they have to go all out.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good point

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

by dtpollitt on Jul 26, 2008 2:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He puts little stress on his arm. Reminds me of Tom Seaver. He could CG the rest of the year.

"You put up with a few minor inconveniences when you live in a condemned building."

by Reverend Jim Ignatowski on Jul 26, 2008 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I belive his last CG he threw less than 110 pitches IIRC

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by BigJohnAZ on Jul 26, 2008 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

K!

Marshall!

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hello all

Just got off of work, and heard that Marshall was in the game for his 3rd inning…what happened with Harden? High pitch count?

"I sail now?" - Bob Wiley

by OmahaCub on Jul 26, 2008 2:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

yep

A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.

by diehardmark on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well, guess Marshall has still done a good job....its not like our offense can expect...

pitchers to only give up 1 run….I mean this is solidly again on this frustrating offense…...what is the solution?
-Wait till Soriano gets it back?
-Hope the slumps just end?
-Trade for a bat?

I don’t know what the solution is but I would wager a guess some of the starting pitchers are getting kinda tired of seeing their efforts wasted.

by razzpunk on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

What the hell is wrong with all of you?

Ignore the trolls. Giving them all of this attention is why they come onto this site.

by louslovechild on Jul 26, 2008 2:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

+1000

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

by sue369 on Jul 26, 2008 2:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ah, ok

Thanks alot. What was his pitch count btw?

"I sail now?" - Bob Wiley

by OmahaCub on Jul 26, 2008 2:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

87, I think

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

They do seem to

always be a thorn in our side. Always.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

ugh

especially Uggla

"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08

by love the ivy on Jul 26, 2008 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't like 'em much.

but I married a Marlins fan…

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

congrats

and apologies, 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 26, 2008 2:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

heh.

slowly, I’m converting her.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

amen!

get her away from the dark side!!

"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 26, 2008 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

They are a very good team, let's not forget that.

"Chicago baseball fans, who are composites of scar tissue and mortifying memories..." - George F. Will

by eswan9 on Jul 26, 2008 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

they stuck it to us in 2003...

and they denied the Indians in 1997 - and, they have like NO fan base. Total apathy in South Florida - WE are the most loyal deserving fans in the WORLD. They don’t give a &$&#*@—and they have 2 World Championships in 14 years. Then they sell the whole team and seem to make the most genius moves to IMMEDIATELY reload and contend again. They are like SUCK SUCK SUCK SUCK WORLD SERIES SUCK SUCK SUCK SUCK WORLD SERIES… it PISSES me off

by nervousCUBlover on Jul 26, 2008 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Refer to my sig...case in point.

"Chicago baseball fans, who are composites of scar tissue and mortifying memories..." - George F. Will

by eswan9 on Jul 26, 2008 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Baseball is like Life

you don’t always get what you deserve and there are those out there luckier than you.

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by Gibbon Jockey on Jul 26, 2008 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow deep but true quote

"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 26, 2008 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yep, yep, i am just venting

i am old school—i like the days when the expansion teams should SUCK ON IT for like 22 years until they contend

by nervousCUBlover on Jul 26, 2008 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Article in latest Sports Illustrated...

...If you were starting a team (long-term), which player would be your centerpiece? I’ll give my answer and the S.I.-polled answer in a bit.

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 26, 2008 2:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hanley

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hanley was #1 in S.I.

and I think my top three would be:

1 – Hanley
2 – Pujols
3 – Wright/Santana

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

by dtpollitt on Jul 26, 2008 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Really?

I would take Longoria over Tulo.

If I was building a franchise around one player? Hanley Ramirez.

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by Unique on Jul 26, 2008 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

kinda makes ya feel discouraged.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

OH COMON!

what the fuck is up with the offense?

by xene on Jul 26, 2008 2:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

this Marlins bullpen has really shut us down.

we need to break through on these guys…and soon!

THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!

by LAcarl519 on Jul 26, 2008 2:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'll have what he's having

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

This game looks familiar. Where have I seen it before?

Now hold them in the ninth and get a run Cubs!

by Mapmaker on Jul 26, 2008 2:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Despite the HR

not a bad outing by Marshall

"There are no curses here...Games are won and lost on the baseball field" - Lou Piniella

by El Borto on Jul 26, 2008 2:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

+1

he’s definitely an asset to this bullpen.

’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)

by drewishdrewid on Jul 26, 2008 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Marshall is steady

"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda

by Goodie1969 on Jul 26, 2008 2:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cotts it is

Shut ‘em down Neal

"I sail now?" - Bob Wiley

by OmahaCub on Jul 26, 2008 2:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

overflow 2

is up

What doesn't kill you makes you stranger -- The Joker

by Emelie on Jul 26, 2008 2:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lead off single.

"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott

by Reddevil on Jul 26, 2008 2:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

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