Pregame Thread: Cubs vs. Giants, Thursday 7/3, 6:05 CT
by Al on Jul 3, 2008 3:30 PM CDT
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Chicago Cubs at San Francisco Giants, Jul 3, 2008 6:05 PM CDT
Remember, the following paragraph is supposed to be humor. Not serious. Anyway:
During the 2006 season -- a lost cause, anyway -- something odd happened as the season went by. (Yeah, I know, a LOT of odd stuff happened in 2006... but this is specific.) The Cubs lost eighteen straight games that were WGN telecasts. On June 11, the streak ended in Cincinnati. It got so bad that even Len and Bob mentioned it on WGN's airwaves. It's happening again. The Cubs are now 27-13 in games telecast on CSN and 17-16 in WGN games. Yes, I know this really shouldn't matter. Still, this is a very odd coincidence. For whatever it's worth, there are 40 remaining telecasts on CSN (including today), and 27 on WGN. The remaining ten games: four on WCIU -- one of which, Monday, August 4 vs. Houston, will also be on ESPN; three Saturdays on Fox, and three TBA Sunday games, some of which might wind up on ESPN.
If you're really set on the Cubs acquiring C. C. Sabathia, or another big-time body, before the trading deadline, Jayson Stark's column today is a cautionary tale well worth reading.
And, I have it on good authority that tonight's pitchers are in line to be stunt doubles on the next Wayne's World movie:
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Thanks to BCB reader pfd89 for the new Gallagher headshot.
The good news is, the Cubs faced Lincecum twice in 2007 and won both games, even though Lincecum pitched pretty well both times -- 2.51 ERA in the two starts, 14.1 IP. He did walk six Cubs in those 14.1 innings, and that was before the new, improved, take-some-pitches Cubs of 2008. With the shadows today, waiting him out might be the best strategy.
Sean Gallagher's going to have to be on his game today. He threw a ton of pitches in his last start vs. the White Sox and after a rocky start, took one for the team by finishing six innings. He has never faced the Giants.
And who on Earth picked this starting time? No one is going to be able to see anyone's pitches for the first six innings.
Today's game is, thankfully if you believe the above TV won-lost record, on CSN Chicago. And CSN Bay Area; if you think CSN is good luck for the Cubs, this is a double dose! Also see the MLB.com Mediacenter.
MLB.com Gameday (2007 version)
MLB.com Gameday (2008 version)
Baseball-reference.com game preview
Today's first pitch thread goes up at 6:00 pm CT and the overflow comment threads will post at 7:15 pm and 8:15 pm CT.
Discuss amongst yourselves.
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first!
I rock.
We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez
by Emelie on Jul 3, 2008 3:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SECOND!
I rock too!
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 3:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Third prize = garlic fries
right?
"Eighty-five percent of the world is working. The other fifteen percent come out here." - Lee Elia, 1983
"The only thing that bothers me is that I would never want to destroy the love and what the fans of Chicago are to the Chicago Cubs. I mean, God knows. If there's one pure thing in baseball, it is the fans of Chicago." - Lee Elia, 2008
by CaughtInTheVines on Jul 3, 2008 3:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ooooh - that sounds good.
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 3:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I posted the link here in the other thread...
...so we should be joined by many soon. :)
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 3:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
5-2 L.A. over HOU in the 8th
And 3-0 MIL over ARZ in the 4th
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 3:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Argh! Useless D'Backs!
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
thats why they're the d-bags
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 3:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What happend to your Evil Powers?!
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I gotta tune in to the game...
...via Gameday Audio for my Evil Powers to kick in. Seeing as how management has already informed us that they WON’T be closing our office early today, maybe I need to do that right now.
MUHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 3:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Help the Brewers lose, daver.
You’re our only hope.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tuning in now.
Aww, man. Brandon Webb is pitching and everything. What is the problem, D’bags?!
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Webb's magic dust wore off
he was so great to begin the year. def fell back to earth
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
New headshot
is awesome. Hey – that new pitcher the Cubs got is a cutie!!
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
by iluvryno on Jul 3, 2008 3:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
love the new photo.
makes him look like an adult (almost). Sean will be great tonight.
This reminds me of that game two years ago when we brought that kid up from AA to face Clemens in Houston. Everyone wrote the game off. Not so fast…
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
has anyone else seen this on youtube?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSGqK-nZkaU&NR=1
I can not believe that Gatorade fired the agency that made this. What a funny ad. Makes you want to drink that poison!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 3:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Those pictures bring to mind...
...a potential alternate to Sean Gallagher’s increasingly popular nickname, “The Sledgehammer.” (Sorry, Drew, but “Easy Gas” is dying a slow death.) How about: “Smilin’” Sean Gallagher. Simple. Elegant. Evocative.
Ah, screw it. Let’s just stick with The Sledgehammer.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 3:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I like Gally
but Smilin’ Sean sounds like a gangsta from the 20s.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hm, I hadn't heard of Gally.
It’s OK, but I’m not sure it’s manly enough.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
he's so silly
i heard an interview w/ him and he was just laughin’, havin’ a great time.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 3:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ehh, I don't know nothin'!
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 3:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that was usually the name that gnagsters
gave to a guy they found dead, correct?
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 3:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here's the new Gallagher headshot (or whatever baseball calls them):
Less frightening.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 3:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
"Please don't mess this one up. Please don't mess this one up."
Bleeding Cubbie Blue since 1985.
by Bricks and Ivy on Jul 3, 2008 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or else you end up like this:
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
All I have to say about those pictures is "asphinctersayswhat".
by salparadise23 on Jul 3, 2008 3:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
what?
DOH!
Before Edmonds: 24-16, (.600); With Edmonds: 26-18 (.591)
Edmonds with Cubs: .282 / .370 / .563
by joeschmitt on Jul 3, 2008 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
1989 Langston and Viola Trades
Back in 1989, I remember hearing about how the Cubs needed to make a deal to get another good starting pitcher because the Expos had traded for Mark Langston and the Mets had traded for Frank Viola. BTW, Randy Johnson was acquired by the Mariners in the Langston deal. Kevin Tapani and Rick Aguilera were acquired by the Twins in the Viola trade. In the end, the Cubs won the NL East that year with Maddux, Bielecki, Sutcliffe, and Steve Wilson. The Cubs did not make the big midseason deal for a starting pitcher.
2008 is a completely different year and different era for that matter. If the Cubs can get CC Sabathia for a “reasonable” price, then that’s great for the Cubs. It’s important to remember that the big midseason trades don’t always work out for the contending team.
"The big possum walks late." - Harry Caray
by memphiscub on Jul 3, 2008 3:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sean the Sledgehammer "Easy Gas" (not Gally) Gallagher
is going to be either dominant or horrible tonight. Depends on how well he responds to this:
“You know, we have to make a decision, talking about power arms, on [ Sean] Gallagher, and what we’re going to do,” [Piniella] said.Gallagher will start Thursday against Giants ace Tim Lincecum before the Cubs make a decision on whether to use him out of the bullpen.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 3:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Johnson activated off DL, Patterson sent down, Ramirez back in lineup.
by cwyers on Jul 3, 2008 3:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
And the fans rejoice.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 3:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
edmond's foot prolly joins in
the old man needs a day off!
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, but w/ RJ coming back
J-ed is getting closer to getting a day off.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes!
let me join in a big WELCOME BACK!!
to Johnson and ARam. We missed you both!!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Love that song.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah!!
"Very adroit in the outfield." - Lou, on Dome
by gwood on Jul 3, 2008 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what is that?
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Robin's minstrals
"Very adroit in the outfield." - Lou, on Dome
by gwood on Jul 3, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Not a very high quality picture, I know
"Very adroit in the outfield." - Lou, on Dome
by gwood on Jul 3, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
okay
i see only something white and wiggly. i’m blinder than normal today
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
TWSS
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
hahahahahahaha
We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez
by Emelie on Jul 3, 2008 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Monty Python reference.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gotta love them
There’s one in almost every thread
"Very adroit in the outfield." - Lou, on Dome
by gwood on Jul 3, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hardcore Twitter action?
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gordo loves the new tech
Someone needs to tell Sullivan and Muskat that there is an audience for hourly pre-game updates direct from the clubhouse. It’s the one thing they have over bloggers, too—access.
(Although if you click on Gordo’s Twitter profile, it looks like only 150 or so people are on his list…..hmmm.)
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sullivan's blog is nice, when he bothers to update it.
by cwyers on Jul 3, 2008 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think to be a "blog"
it needs to have posts more than three times a week. I may exaggerate, but it’s no exaggeration to say that the Sox’s beat writer makes 5-10 times as many posts.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
so the EPat fan club
has moved back to the phone booth in Iowa City?
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don't look at Lincecum's numbers. Don't look at Lincecum's numbers. Don't look at Lincecum's numbers.
Don’t look at Lincecum’s numbers. Don’t look at Lincecum’s numbers. Don’t look at Lincecum’s numbers. Don’t look at Lincecum’s numbers. Don’t look at Lincecum’s numbers. Don’t look at Lincecum’s numbers. Don’t look at Lincecum’s numbers.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 3:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It rubs the lotion on the skin.....
"What a great call! Your doing a fantastic job, but people expect me to come out here and be upset. So I'm gonna kick some dirt, you understand?" - Lou Pinella
by Lou In Blue on Jul 3, 2008 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
too late
but… he’s due for a bad day, right?
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And the Cubs are due for a good day...
right?
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeppers
sounds good to me
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
His cholesterol looks high...
but his body mass index is ok.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's also five-starred, on expert, half the songs on Guitar Hero.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's like your mom telling you to not look at
1) the sun during the eclipse, or
2) the car accident on the other side of the Edens as you were driving by.
Did you listen?
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 4:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Stark piece is very good.
He reveals what Jimmyeatworld said here long ago and was doubted – that Harang is available – for a price. Would anyone be willing to see Gallagher pitch in Cinci for the next five years if that was part of the price for Harang?
by DGU on Jul 3, 2008 4:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm not sure.
Depends on what else we can get, either from the Reds in addition to Harang; or from some other team in any simultaneous or subsequent trade.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
From Cincy? Or somewhere else?
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well you already know I think Jr. would be a nice addition...
Others would include: Freel & Keppinger.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, and by the way....
thanks for the props- you’re a good egg.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Must. Keep. Gallagher.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Does the must-keep attitude
come from a belief that Gallagher will end up a #2, personal fandom, financial payroll concerns, or something else?
by DGU on Jul 3, 2008 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well...I'm looking at the future....
Dempster’s a Free Agent.
Lilly’s not getting any younger.
Hill has lost it.
Marquis probably won’t be here much longer.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm looking at winning rightfreakingnow.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Jul 3, 2008 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Get that man a donut!!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Coming up!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I knew you'd have some of those lardy rings of taste heaven!! Thanks...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are those what I think they are?
I bet they taste like a slice of heaven.
by chilango2 on Jul 3, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They are what we thought they were!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm not a big fan of selling the future...
and, personally, think we have what it takes to win it right now.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
especially when we'll have to sell lots of future
pieces for one piece of “now”.
makes me uncomfortable.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're fooling yourself.
There is a difference between having what it takes now, and being in a position to win it all. Although the team as constructed right now is great, they are not fully equipped to win it all just yet.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no one else is
either.
"We expect to win. We go out to win. So we're just living up to our own expectations." Derrek Lee, 5/29/08
by drewishdrewid on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Which teams in MLB are "fully equipped"?
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don't know,
and frankly don’t care. Maybe fully equipped was the wrong phrase. Equipped would be better.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
Well, you said the team is not “fully equipped” to win it all, so I was assuming that there were teams that were because, you know, we’d have to ,like, beat them and all.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Using a nebulous term such as equipped,
(or fully equipped), is really a matter of point of view. I’m specifically talking about having the right mix of the type of players needed to win it all. In terms of roster construction, the Cubs, although quite solid, could use another starting pitcher with a proven track record, another bat, and perhaps a different shortstop. This is what I see, of course you are welcome to disagree, (and I wouldn’t expect any less). On the other hand, I appreciate your willingness to point out the obvious.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Okay.
Perhaps we’re looking at it differently. I think we have what it takes to win it all compared to all the other teams in the league.
You’re saying that we could be stronger if we had a couple more pieces to the puzzle. (but you’re not comparing us to other teams)
2 different arguments. I happen to agree with you. But, obviously, you know that.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 5:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So we'll agree to agree?
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL...yeah.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dude.
Just because I don’t think that the Cubs have enough to win it all right now, doesn’t mean I need to compare them to any other team using that same criteria. We are having the same discussion, and you do not agree with me. I’m talking big picture. I’m talking in terms of the position that the Cubs are in, in a winnable NL, this year. I don’t want just the pennant, I want the WS title, because I can already see the window closing. If the still unknown, but talented prospect named Sean Gallagher can potentially bring in more strength to this team roster wise, (esp. if it were C.C.), then I say do it. Do it now, and win this year. I love what Gallagher has done already, and the thought of what he can do- but he might do it on someone else’s roster, bringing us something to potentially put us over the top. So laugh all you want.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dude.
You need to chill, methinks.
I was LOLing because usually two people “agree to disagree”, so the phrase “agree to agree” struck me as funny, nothing more. Jeesh.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Alright then...
I’ve got a bug up my ass. I apologize for my misunderstanding.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not a problem
We’re both on the same side…
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sometimes the bug is a beetle.
Glad you understand… Game is about to start. You staying tonight? Wish we could all drink beer together and watch the game.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tampa playing really well
Better than average pitching.
Better than average hitting club.
by cubbierc on Jul 3, 2008 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
hell, no.
"We expect to win. We go out to win. So we're just living up to our own expectations." Derrek Lee, 5/29/08
by drewishdrewid on Jul 3, 2008 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Harang at Wrigley
Here are Harang’s numbers at Wrigley: Wrigley Field 9 G, 9 GS, 4-1, 56.1 IP, 63 H, 31 R, 31 ER, 12 HR, 13 BB, 42 K, 4.95 ERA, 1.35 WHIP, .281 BAA
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
just putting it out there.
are those numbers worth giving up gallagher and other prospects?
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No, but the thing you forget....
those numbers were against the Cubs….....unless we used to have him…...but I do not remember any giants pitching for us…..Z excluded…..but still, no Gallagher for him…
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
excellent point.
i just wanted to provide a snapshot of how he’s pitched at wrigley. but at this point in his career, i don’t think it’s worth giving up a promising young arm or two for him.
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd love to have Harang....
but the thought of making ANY NL Central better via a trade really sucks…..
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes, it does.
Cincinnati is out of it though, so I feel it wouldn’t hurt so much…
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
But it would down the road.
We’d be loading them up for the forseeable future. If Dusty keeps their arms attached (no given).
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And if Cincy
is able to surround them with talent. Remenber there is no guarantee that Gallagher, Volquez, or any other player is going to be playing next year. Not all prospects make it. What if Gallagher sucks next year? You have to look at both sides.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Understandable
But they have talent (Votto, Keppinger, Bruce, etc.). I don’t know if Dusty is the manager to harness all of it, but it’s there. Gallagher could become Rich Hill down the road, but I think I’d rather take my chance with a young power arm in the Cubs system rather than a 30-year old who hasn’t looked too good since late May.
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd hate to see...
Volquez, Cueto, Gallagher and another prospect over the next 5 years in the Queen City.
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dusty's the manager
Not all of them will survive with their relevant limbs intact.
That is one thing to consider. Is trading a pitcher to Dusty inhumane?
by DGU on Jul 3, 2008 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good question.
I think that would depend on how close the pitcher was to free agency.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 3, 2008 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anybody see any line-ups yet?
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
not out yet
but rami is due back in cleanup.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
TWSS
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.
by CyberCyclist on Jul 3, 2008 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thumbs down.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You don't
clean up afterwards?
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.
by CyberCyclist on Jul 3, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL! - OK, NOW it's approved.
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just don't normally
hire a baseball player to do it for me. Normally.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guess
technically Jenny Finch is not a “baseball” player but she’s close enough
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.
by CyberCyclist on Jul 3, 2008 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well played sir.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Game time...
I think Len and Bob mentioned last night that it’s a 4:00 start because of the “get away day” rules.
Too bad Tampa doesn’t use them.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Game Time...
with it starting at 4 p.m. on the West Coast, it will be like a 6 p.m. start in the Central Zone. It could be worse, i.e. Sunday night game with travel to the coast the next day. 3 out of 4 from the Giants would be a good way to get back on track.
A Cub fan in Cardinal territory.
by FSArkCubsFan on Jul 3, 2008 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They should have made it a 1:05 game.
It’s the day before a holiday weekend and day games are fairly popular with Giants fans anyway.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Jul 3, 2008 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yeah, 4 is really random
was 2:37pm not available or something?
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or 7:11?
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
touche.
but at least that has some motivation behind it.
4pm? who does that?
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe 4:20
It is California after all…
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
High time to play some ball!
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and all the players will hope to be getting their "hits"
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LMAO
Seriously, 4 pm is just stupid. The game is going to be played under impossible conditions for hitters.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I thought the last 2 games were void of hitting
the first few innings. Tonight is gonna be scary.
But, in saying that, it’ll probably be 7-6 after 2.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
as long as its us
w/ the 7, i’m fine with it
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Maybe it's for the best, then.
Maybe Lincecum is hittable when you guess what he’s throwing…
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Got any grass?
On the field, I mean. I hate that astroturf stuff.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
"I don't like playing on any field I can't smoke"
Bill Lee on Astroturf
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh my goodness
how I love Bill Spaceman Lee!
We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez
by Emelie on Jul 3, 2008 5:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
hardy har har ...
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on Jul 4, 2008 12:37 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My Evil is weak today.
Mike Cameron just hit a foul ball that was ruled a home run.
5-0 Brew Crew in the top of the sixth.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
And Jason frickin' Kendall just singled and stole a base.
Did I drink Holy Water with my lunch today or what?
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
omg
how awful are the d-bags? you let KENDALL run on you?
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, apparently their starting catcher is on the DL...
...and some guy named Hammock is catching. He’s obviously napping.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
god i love having hank
as our back up catcher. nice to know you can give your stud a night off and have someone better than serviceable as back up.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's the Tatted Forearms of Awesomeness.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that must be it
did you hear the ridiculous toronto guys saying that hank should play in the nba b/c of the tats?
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No.
Glad I didn’t. That’s just dumb.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the best part of that series was the announcer
sounded like greenburg from ESPN but with that Canadian accent. it was like bizarro espn coverage.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's aboot time for a victory, eh?
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.
by CyberCyclist on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hank White has forgotten more about baseball...
...than most of us will ever know.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hank is immortal...
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 3, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
honestly
no one here heard why Chris Snyder is on the DL? Look at this: http://www.azcentral.com/sports/diamondbacks/articles/2008/07/01/20080701byrnes.html. It’s too painful to write about.
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If that's the same injury mentioned in Jessica's fanpost
then I don’t wanna click the link.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hello!...and welcome to...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You have to be absolutely certain
that news is less than 90 seconds old in order to “break” it here without incurring an injury yourself.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or just use the "search" feature...
before you post something you think is new.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
apparently.
i just didn’t have the heart to describe the injury in a post. and i figured most people knew.
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, it's the busted ball guy!
Sorry, I didn’t put two and two together. (No pun intended.)
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i just threw up
urgh
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
if you are going to spew...
spew into this.
by LT on Jul 3, 2008 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Y'know it's images like this...
...that probably caused me to black out his name from my memory.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bruce Lee
killed a guy by doing that to him
Linus: Life is rarely all one way, Charlie Brown. You win some, you lose some. Charlie Brown: Really? Gee, that'd be neat.
by CyberCyclist on Jul 3, 2008 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i'd never caught the name
on the guy who got … his boys broken.
owie.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Opposite Day.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The umps claim it nicked the
left side of the fair pole on its way past it. Cameras were inconclusive. the ump was running down the line, so I ass-ume he had a good view.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Every team is required by MLB
to sue them if a team has to travel two time zones. The Cubs were olny travleing one time zone after the Tampa debacle. :-(
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 4:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
sue=use, response to travel rules (sorry!)
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the clarification.
I read that several times to try and infer your meaning and came up empty each time.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Use...sue
I was hopeing to sue Tampa for a starting pitcher.
A Cub fan in Cardinal territory.
by FSArkCubsFan on Jul 3, 2008 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
For punitive damages that they're giving us.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's what I get for writing a post without
my reading glasses.
You know the old saying: the eyes are the second thing to go. ;-)
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 3, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like "sue" better.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Jul 3, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
We all like Sue
We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez
by Emelie on Jul 3, 2008 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And Sue likes Geo.
It’s the Circle of Life, people.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
by dat cubfan daver on Jul 3, 2008 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I heard Geo loves The Lion King.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
who doesnt?
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
really?
wow. i don’t think i’ve ever met anyone who did’t like it.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No kidding.
That was the seminal Disney flick for me as a kid.
That and the kickass Robin Hood.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i loved that robin hood
i swear to god i’ve seen lion king at least 400 times.
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I still subconciously break into whistling
that song the rooster whistles.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i did
when i saw your mention of it. like some weird reflex.
i need to find that movie, it might be the only disney movie from my childhood i don’t have.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
heck
If I had known you wanted a new shot of Gallegher, I would have offered this one off my site (http://ignarski.tripod.com/cub-pics-2008.html) (it’s not a head shot…but I like it)
Kasey
See the Cubs 2008 schedule (with TV schedule & game-by-game results) at http://ignarski.tripod.com/sched2008.html
by kaseyi on Jul 3, 2008 4:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
he looks skinny there
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Got any BIGGER pictures?
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Challenge extended...
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wait! Wait!
I forgot to hit the sarcasm key. lol.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just in time.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Re: The "Wayne's World" thing
Does anyone else think it might be amusing to see a sequel, set now, in which they’re in their 40’s and still living in their respective parental basements, total wipeout misfits, still doing their public access show?
by MN exile on Jul 3, 2008 4:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'd be more pumped
for a middle-aged Ghostbusters III.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What about
Breakin’ 3 : Electric Jubilee?
by salparadise23 on Jul 3, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what you don't know...
is that sequel is made during every Cubs broadcast… they’ve legally changed their names from Wayne Campbell and Garth Algar to Len Kasper and Bob Brenly… schaaaaaaaa-wing.
by lswaidz on Jul 3, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are they sponsored by the suck cut?
It really does suck!
by LT on Jul 3, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've already seen
Clerks II
"We expect to win. We go out to win. So we're just living up to our own expectations." Derrek Lee, 5/29/08
by drewishdrewid on Jul 3, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If not for the brilliant Star Wars vs LOTR bit
that would’ve been a waste of a movie.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I liked Clerks II
"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 3, 2008 5:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, but now they'd be bloggers.
Alan Trammell: Assistant (to the) Manager
by northsider on Jul 4, 2008 12:40 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Off to OakBrook for food, fireworks
and fun. Maybe the game will still be on when we get back!
"We expect to win. We go out to win. So we're just living up to our own expectations." Derrek Lee, 5/29/08
by drewishdrewid on Jul 3, 2008 4:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Enjoy my friend, enjoy...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
OT: Mets put Castillo on the DL with a sore leg.
Let me see if I have this straight. Castillo has had knee problems for years, he exacerbated them by playing on the turf in Minn., he’s on the wrong side of 30, his game is totally reliant on speed, and…
Minaya gave him a four year contract this off-season?????
I thought Minaya did a great job in Montreal, but he’s done a terrible job with the Mets. It seems that unlimited purse strings have stifled his creativity. Shades of MacPhail?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 3, 2008 4:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
MacPhail had "unlimited purse strings"?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the mets are not very good
When you're in a slump, it's almost as if you look out at the field and it's one big glove. ~Vance Law
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
On paper they looked like an all-world-beater
But I don’t think it’s Minaya’s fault necessarily. There’s some metastasizing growth in that clubhouse. Feel free to name your own.
by chilango2 on Jul 3, 2008 4:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
on paper i didn't see how they'd be good at all
they’re old.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lineup
Johnson, LF
Fukudome, RF
Lee, 1B
Ramirez, 3B
Edmonds, CF
Soto, C
DeRosa, 2B
Theriot, SS
Gallagher, P
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 4:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
No rest for Soto
or Jedmonds or Fukudome.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Edmonds is probably playing
so Johnson isn’t thrust right into center. Give him a day in left to reacclimate himself.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
??
Johnson’s played far more center than left this year. I hope what it means is that Edmonds’ foot feels better. I’m sure he wants to play (hard) in St Louis.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed. I was hoping Jimmy would have a full head of steam for STL
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you don't want a guy who hasn't played for 2 weeks
thrust into CF. LF he has a little less ground to cover.
i doubt his foot feels better. plantir facitis doesn’t just go away.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That makes sense
only if RJ’s back is still iffy and he’s not 100% in terms of mobility. But all reports say he was ready to come off the DL almost a week ago. I know Johnson isn’t a “natural” center fielder, but he’s a competent one and part of Lou’s designated platoon there. Righty pitcher today, so Edmonds is in center as long as he feels physically up to it.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well im less concerned about his back
and more about rust on reading balls off the bat in weird sunshine after 2 weeks of not playing.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes, that's the point I was making.
Thank you for clarifying.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
dome in the 2 spot
looks good.
:-)
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would rather he have rested Fuku
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well, yeah
but if he’s going to play, he’s best in the 2.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just imagine
when he’s hitting behind a healthy and (hopefully) productive Soriano.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep. Put up our Best. I like it.
Nobody cares about your fantasy league team
by carmen_fanzone on Jul 3, 2008 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now that's a good line-up.
Thanks John!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow!
My early guess was awful. That said, it really looks like Lou wants this one. This is as close as he can get to the “A” lineup without Sori. I thought he would rest a few guys in advance of the Cardinals series.
I’m glad to see that DeRo is back “home” tonight.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 3, 2008 5:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOOK OUT
Arizona just put Augie Ojeda in the line-up. Da Brew Crew is GOIN’ DOWN!!! :)
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 4:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It's too late for Arizona
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Jul 3, 2008 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
woot!
good job, gate city!
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
6-5 D'Backs
nice comeback by AZ
"Very adroit in the outfield." - Lou, on Dome
by gwood on Jul 3, 2008 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
This mean Edmonds won't play all 3 vs. STL?
Wait a minute... who am I here?
by malicedoom on Jul 3, 2008 4:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Are the Cards starting any LHPs?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 3, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looper, Lohse, and Wellemeyer this weekend
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mulder and Ron Villone
are their only active LHPs to look for this weekend. Edmonds could be on the field all series.
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
if he does play will he get a standing O or get booed
A ugly win is better than a pretty loss-Lou
by NIUcubbie on Jul 3, 2008 5:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
standing o when he's introduced
and then huge BOO’s when he smashes a 3 run HR?
i like that image
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The Cards fans have to constantly try and prove they are the "best fans in baseball"
Because of this they will cheer him the first time up.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
by nji232 on Jul 3, 2008 5:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yup.
And then pat themselves on the back for being such good sports.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
All fans boo and I think they will too as the series goes on
OT its going to be hard for the Tigers to make it to the cotton bowl after a week one lose
A ugly win is better than a pretty loss-Lou
by NIUcubbie on Jul 3, 2008 5:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Go get em Sean!!
And the rest of the Cubs bring your offense.
Welcome back Reed and Aramis!!!
by sue369 on Jul 3, 2008 4:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm putting my undefeated record on the line again today...
The Cubs are 6-0 in my presence this year, at 4 different stadiums (stadia?)
Anyway, Go Cubs!
by bison on Jul 3, 2008 5:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
OT: Im gonna try and make a Jim Edmonds highlight video tonight in advance of the Cards series.
I need music suggestions.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
by nji232 on Jul 3, 2008 5:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Tom Petty - Running Down a Dream
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's the song they're using right now...
... when the Cubs take the field at Wrigley.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Jul 3, 2008 5:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The how about some Collective Soul - Better Now
or Home
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I already loved the suggestion, that makes it official. I'll fanshot it later tonight when I finish it
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
by nji232 on Jul 3, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Van Halen - Jump
another introductory song at Wrigley from years past.
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Best intro. song, ever...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
still no one out
A ugly win is better than a pretty loss-Lou
by NIUcubbie on Jul 3, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If the Brewers blow THIS game...
:D
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
by Al on Jul 3, 2008 5:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blow...Blow....Blow...Blow!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No...
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I should have started watching sooner
to bring the d-bags luck… Gotta love that MLB EI!
by LT on Jul 3, 2008 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no outs yet either!!
we could really piss the Brewers off by signing Sheets….
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Imagine our starting rotation...
Z
CC
Sheets
Dempster
Lilly
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sounds a lot like my MLB 2k7 team
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
by nji232 on Jul 3, 2008 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
would we be paying him by the DL stint?
by Trey2317 on Jul 3, 2008 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep!!!
Incentive laden, I think its called
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is that Upton?
1st and 3rd, 0 outs!!!
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
5-4
still no outs and runners on 2nd and 3rd… lets go bags…
by LT on Jul 3, 2008 5:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
winning run at 2nd, tying run at 3rd..
Go Dbacks!!
"Go Cubs Go"
by mkcubs21 on Jul 3, 2008 5:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mark Grace: "Oh my goodness did that just happen!"
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
thanks
knew it was late. didn’t know how late
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
9th.
Torres. Solomon Torres pitching. Everybody watch your heads!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I smell walkoff....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I made no mention of the type of walkoff...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and they all smell the same to me...
like….victory.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that only works if you do it in a
will ferrel voice… VICTORY.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So, Yost the brainiac, has the infield in.....
man am I glad that he “manages” the brewers…...bottom 9
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'll take full credit for this one....
I just started watching it in the bottom of the 9th…
by LT on Jul 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
in play, run(s)!!!!
Current temperature in hell: 46 degrees F - and falling!
by wnielsen on Jul 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
rock on!!!!
"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 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Massive dogpile in the desert
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thats a great start to the day..
Now a Cubbies win makes it a perfect day!!
"Go Cubs Go"
by mkcubs21 on Jul 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You know they're watching
in the Cubs clubhouse
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You think?
It’s only July.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ron and Lou have been talking about
the advantage of playing day games and winning, because in all the other clubhouses, all they do is watch ball games and it’s usually the Cubs that are on during the day. Cubs win during the day, puts pressure on division rivals at night. Today is just a variation on that theme.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, I heard that.
But I’ve also heard the players talk about focusing on their own games and not paying attention to what those in competiton with them are doing.
I imagine the TVs were on, maybe, but I doubt the team sat huddled around cheering on the Diamondbacks. Not til September at least.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'll grant you the whole team was not
huddled, watching as one.
A few watching, and a 6-run comeback against a major rival in the bottom of the 9th develops? I’m guessing it grabs a few more guys’ interest. They like watching sports too.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Definitely.
Z prolly asked told Fonty to go gather everyone else.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Isn't this great!
Another Milwaukee bullpen implosion!!!!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'll bet they're glad they spent all that money!
For another sucky bullpen.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just as Dome taught the other Cubs patience,
so did Gagne teach the Brewers, well, you know…
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gagne sucks, Torres sucks, and they don't know how to build a bullpen.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
how to use the proper roids?
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
by Chanman25 on Jul 3, 2008 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The art of ordering uniforms twice your size.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and how not to shave your nasty
neck beard. eeewww
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
sometimes Juan Pierre substitute teaches that class
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 3, 2008 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
daver DOES have Evil Power!
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This team needed this comback win
big time. They had so many chances all day with 2 men on and no outs only to come up empty every time except the last time. What a finish!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wanted to go to this game today
but the boss said no. Have too much stuff to get done before our bbq tomorrow.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you're bullpen can't hold a 5 run lead.
yikes.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Anyone think that the bizzarro BCB is in meltdown mode right now?
by LT on Jul 3, 2008 5:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't care for the people that run that site
They are not very friendly to other fans…..
by LT on Jul 3, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
thats why you lurk
just read, w/o responding. its fun people watching.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They're already
got a picture of Lincecum on the main page – saying he’s their only hope.
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jeez, really?
It’s July 3rd.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They do sarcasm over there too
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Right on.
But behind every joke is a little truth.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So...
are they?
BizarroCB is blocked on my computer. It’s odd, certain SBN sites are and others aren’t. If this one ever was…
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yes.
they’re losing their minds.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That'll be quick
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ain't that a shame.
The wound’s open. Let’s rub some salt in it tonight.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Salt?? Yummm
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
one guys trying to let the bullpen off the hook
b/c they went 1 for 14 with RISP… but if your pen can’t hold a 5 run lead…. thats not on the offense.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
There's no excuse.
Bullpen imploded and blew it. That’s it.
I'm thinking you weren't burdened with an overabundance of schooling, so why don't we just ignore each other til we go away.
by neverAcquiesce on Jul 3, 2008 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i know
5 runs should be sufficent. the offense did their job, even if it could’ve been more.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If you look at it another way
if the D Backs hit at all with RISP today, they probably win it outright.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
true
but. still 5 runs is a cushion your CLOSER should be able to protect.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
New slogan for Brewer Bullpen "Shoulda - Coulda"
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep. No matter how the D backs sucked`
with RISP, they got the game with a 5 run lead and 3 outs to get. It’s on the bullpen, simple as that.
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
its fun
lots of “mark this date, this one’ll linger” stuff.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They are comparing it to the A Ram walkoff last year
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mwaaaahhhhaaaaaahhaaaahha!!!!!!!!!!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone else see the fanshot on that site...
of the girl that is going to streak at the Cubs- Cards game tomorrow? A road trip might be in order.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 3, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
This girl..
http://www.brewcrewball.com/2008/7/2/563803/that-girl-that-very-attrac
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 3, 2008 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
attention whore
I know… you don’t mind. But really, guys. Streaking went out 30 years ago. Tawdry.
We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez
by Emelie on Jul 3, 2008 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And if she's advertising it so much..
I don’t see how she even gets on the field…
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 3, 2008 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yost is such an idiot!!!!! Thank God....
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
At least he's consistent! Ha!
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep, that he is!!!!
Dumb as the day is long….........
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone see the guys
after the game last night when team high fives each other? When Z got to Fonty he put his arm straight up in the air to make Fonty try and jump to reach his hand. Hilarious!!
by sue369 on Jul 3, 2008 5:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that is awesome
i love our team.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 3, 2008 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Missed it but the mental image is still hilarious!
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 3, 2008 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's been doing that to Fonty all year
hilarious
''Listen, losing Soriano is no box of chocolates.'' ~Lou Piniella
by JohnM on Jul 3, 2008 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Z so funny
"WGN, Channel 9 Cubs Baseball, Excitingly, Importantly, Dramatically Yours." - Jack Brickhouse
by BigJohnAZ on Jul 3, 2008 5:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I like his "pound down" of Fontenot routine pre-game....
by crazymountain on Jul 3, 2008 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and fonty plays along
by going down down down with each pound
We never give up -- Aramis Ramirez
by Emelie on Jul 3, 2008 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
First pitch thread is up, come join us.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 3, 2008 6:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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