First Pitch Thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Wednesday 7/30, 7:05 CT
by Al on Jul 30, 2008 7:00 PM CDT
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OHHH! SO CLOSE!
"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 30, 2008 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol! good job
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thirst-y?
Virtual beers for everyone!
and a tangily Sprite for the Preacherman?
and a cabernet for Emelie
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sprite would be ok of rme also
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
thank you, darlin'
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Que the Van Halen "Jump" intro
GOOD EVENING EVERYONE!!!!!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Roof is open
I presume?
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Jul 30, 2008 7:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Even if it isnt
lets hope the Cubs BLOW THE ROOF OFF THE PLACE!!!!
(corny)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here we go!
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 7:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Let's do this!!!
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hey Chicago whaddya say?
One season-162 heart attacks!
by cubswgnrocks on Jul 30, 2008 7:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Amen!
One season-162 heart attacks!
by cubswgnrocks on Jul 30, 2008 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Has Hammer made his appearance?
’’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 30, 2008 7:04 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah,
earlier this afternoon
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Jul 30, 2008 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
did he say his appointed line?
’’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 30, 2008 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You better believe it
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Jul 30, 2008 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
twice
he forgot to caps lock the first time
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
excellent
’’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 30, 2008 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Time to send a message
Milwaukee’s on notice
and all that other pre-game first pitch banter I could come up with.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Billy D says Keep your cable and drop AT&T like a 3 foot putt :)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
is the cable company paying you for this commerical?
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Actually
they do pay me
LOL
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow just for doing commericals on websites?
I wanna job like that.
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Go Cubs...
As I posted earlier..
I would be…
disappointed but will be OK if we win 1 of 4
happy if we get a split
very happy if we win 3 of 4
ecstatic if we sweep the cheese cakes
mad if we get swept
So I am already happy…and a win either today or tomorrow would be an icing on the cake..
by cubsnlinux on Jul 30, 2008 7:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well, there is no chance ot getting swept this series
by UTCUBS on Jul 30, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
espn bbtonight
saying cubs going for the sweep… Can they predict tonight’s victory or are they retarded? i’m hoping for the former
by cubbiefanTN on Jul 30, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
In the words of the legendary Mills Lane,
LET’S GET IT ON!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
and so did Marvin Gaye
Let’s Do It
oh, that’s Tone Loc
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what the heck
was that misshapen thing on the TV?
I mean, it wasn’t Gagne… what WAS it?
’’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 30, 2008 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Has HBCG made it here yet?
It wouldnt be the same if she wasnt here.
:)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
She's here
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
lol
yes i’m here.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey hey!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
how YOU doin?
’’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 30, 2008 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hello everybody
Clever signature line
by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 7:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Friend of mine at work who is a Brewers fan
greeted me first thing this morning with, “Congratulations on winning the NL Central.” And he wasn’t being sarcastic…
"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 30, 2008 7:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Excellent.
Both to that, and Fonzie’s first hit of the evening.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He also added
“if it were up to me, Ned Yost would be unemployed come August.” I tried to console him by saying that while it isn’t up to him, Ned will almost certainly do everything he can to grant this wish eventually…
:-)
"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 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Like I said, he's turning into Scrap Iron Phil Garner.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i'd say
brew crew fans are pretty upset about losing the first 2 games at home with their aces on the mound
by cubbiefanTN on Jul 30, 2008 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
FIRST BLOOD!
Sori single!
’’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 30, 2008 7:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Soriano leadoff single
One season-162 heart attacks!
by cubswgnrocks on Jul 30, 2008 7:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Erin Andrews sighting!
wow, nice dress.
by zevkalman on Jul 30, 2008 7:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Can I get a screen cap of Erin? Anyone?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
summer's our favorite sartorial season
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
sac bunt theriot
One season-162 heart attacks!
by cubswgnrocks on Jul 30, 2008 7:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
the scrappiest bunt ever!
get him in dlee!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
PREDICTION: DLee base knock-rbi
One season-162 heart attacks!
by cubswgnrocks on Jul 30, 2008 7:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
sounds goooood
green light?
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
SAFE!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wow
Brewers Defense – fistful of bad.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
one of two predicted!
already!
’’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 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice job
You might hit your two plays by the end of this half-inning…
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not mine
someone else’s.
’’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 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Did you see Z and Dome i
in the dugout with a pregame ritual? Pretty funny.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
they've got one now?
what did they do?
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just a bunch of arm
jestures and jumping around.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
NICE STEAL!
’’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 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Love seeing Soriano stealing bases again...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
he's goin nuts lately
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i love that his legs are feeling good
:)
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
we be baaaad! 1st and 3rd!
right off the bat
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SORIANO!!!
he is turning those wheels lately!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
oh yeah
Time to eat up some pitches
by chitownhawkeye on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Dan hasn't called roll yet, or did I miss it?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm starting to get excited by Sori showing some of his tools....
Man, that guy is talented.
by zevkalman on Jul 30, 2008 7:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
C'mon Rami!
Bring ‘em home!
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Jul 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I wonder how much
Sutcliffe will hit on Erin Andrews during this game?
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by MrNFL on Jul 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
depends how much he's been drinking
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
OT: Carpenter looks miserable
Not his pitching, but he looks like he’d rather be anywhere else than in the sweltering Atlanta heat.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
damn
gonna be up to reed – we need this
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:14 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
he's gonna come back pissed the next AB
i look for something big to happen then
by cubsonWGN4ever on Jul 30, 2008 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anybody else think Reed batting 5th is a bad idea?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
its a weird idea
that’s for sure – he’s done it before
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'll tell you after this AB
Clever signature line
by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
OT: flight has been called to board.
I’ll be home around midnight. I’m sending all my good vibes and other niceties to you all and the Cubs. I’ll check in tomorrow morning.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Jul 30, 2008 7:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fly safe
n/t
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Have a safe flight
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
whaaaaaaaaaaaattttttttt
that was looooooooowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
by xene on Jul 30, 2008 7:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lou Piniella
“A lip-reader’s delight”
"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 30, 2008 7:15 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ain't that the truth :D
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Demp better that low strike as well...
That was bull*%$@!!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
he seems to be calling
the low strike
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
3-1
gotta make it count
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
LOL
I’m a lipreader and that certainly was delightful
by cubsonWGN4ever on Jul 30, 2008 7:16 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
there's the second bad fielding play!
FIRST 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 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
hahaha 1-0
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
BCB shirt siting
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hahaha....
Two bad plays in the first! Major points to whoever predicted that
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Big Fail for the Brewers
Go Cubs!
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by MrNFL on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Details ?
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
wild pitch on strike 3
reed safe at first, soriano scores
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Reed struck out
Kendall dropped the pitch and it went to the backstop
Reed HUSTLED to first and the runner on 3rd came home
by cubsonWGN4ever on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
How 'bout that?
Cubs 1-0
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SAFE!!!!!!!!!
MORE TERRIBLE D!
1 – 0
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
BREWERS = BAD AT DEFENSE
"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 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
1-0 already!
we’ll happily do this all night…
’’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 30, 2008 7:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
WOW
that is so awesome – pat & ron were just talking about how many wild pitches parra throws!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
3 in the dirt / 1 wild already?
hoooolllly
by chitownhawkeye on Jul 30, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
we pwn the brewers
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
fielder is a joke
I used to be "Jones," but I got swooped on the redesign.
by Mr Snrub on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Okay...
Who from here was just seen on ESPN with their bleedcubbieblue shirt???
I’ll try to get a picture of it…
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
by Cribbs463 on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I just saw a BCB shirt in the crowd
Steve Phillips on his computer use as Mets GM, "I played solitaire on my computer in my office."
by Tate491 on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Did anyone else see the BCB shirt?
It was on a guy with a Light blue/Dark blue hat.
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by NittanyCub on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah i saw it
Steve Phillips on his computer use as Mets GM, "I played solitaire on my computer in my office."
by Tate491 on Jul 30, 2008 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't think so
Steve Phillips on his computer use as Mets GM, "I played solitaire on my computer in my office."
by Tate491 on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I did too .. the dude looked Italian
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
sweet. i just turned on the game and the first things i saw were Soriano scoring and
a guy in the stands wearing a BCB shirt.
GoCubsGo
by MinnesotaFan on Jul 30, 2008 7:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
DeRo is my "pick to click" tonight
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Is Hawk Harrelson
aware you’ve appropriated his schtick? :-)
"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 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Should I take it back?
:)
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Naw, I won't tell...
"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 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
3 straight nights of
the brewers feed on Extra Innings. I’ll stick with ESPN’s coverage. At least I can see Erin Andrews there!
by PhillyCub on Jul 30, 2008 7:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah for sure
i’m relegated to mlb audio
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
unfair comment about Weeks
thought that play was all about Johnson
by daily2b on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
25 pitches so far
let’s get to that tasty bullpen soon…
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
word
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mmmmm...bullpen
"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 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
DERO!
2-0!
’’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 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
2 - 0
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
2-0
Bring it on!!!!!!!!!!!
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
YES
it is
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
YESSSSSSSSSS
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yeah baayyybabyyyy
Fat , drunk , and ,stupid is now way to go through life son.
by alabebo on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
flatten the Brew!
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
DERO DERO DERO
early and OFTEN!!!!!!!!!!!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
DeRo the HeRo!!
Make em pay guys! make em pay!!!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
hee 1st innning swagger
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
LET THEM BRUUEEEEEEEEEEEE the day!
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Man I HAVE TO LEAVE THE OFFICE
So much to do before I leave for Chicago tomorrow damn it.
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
have fun in chicago :)
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am so psyched
9 games. Just mad that Thursday is an off day. I don’t know what I will do. Go to the beach
I guess.
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're goig to nine games?
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Once did 11 in 10 days
with a DH. This is my long homestand. Usually I get 10 straight but this one has that
stupid off day.
Ironically I will 9 more in a row in Sept. The last five at Wrigley and then the four here
in NYC.
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
thats awesome.
Plans for October at some point?
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It is bad luck to think about it but you bet
Trying to figure out how I can get the plane tickets with my airline miles,
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I had a blast at the game last night
I cant imagine 9.
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Go to a museum
I love the museums here…but then again I’m a bit of a nerd.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I dont think one has to be nerdy to enjoy museums in chicago
although I kinda am also so Im prolly not the best to ask lol
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My first date with my current girlfriend
was at the Art Institute…That’s how I roll.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
so first date w/ current gf.........
or is that what you do with all your first dates?
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just the current one...
n/t
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
sorry I couldnt resist from the way you phrased it LOL
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the refurbished tiffany dome at the cultural center
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I try to get to MSI every time I go back.
Does that make me a nerd?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 30, 2008 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
dome needs to keep the train running
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This ump is very generous on the low strikes...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
so its not just gameday?
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know stats probably can't show this
but it must be both depressing for the home team and uplifting for the road team to score in the top of the first. Giving your starter a lead before he takes the mound rocks.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Does that WP count as 1 of my 2 atrocious mistakes?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It does in my book
n/t
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Great inning
Let’s see what Dempster can bring tonight now.
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by MrNFL on Jul 30, 2008 7:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
is Kosuke using his own bat ..
its been said he’s been using other bats of players there ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
29 pitches for Parra
LOL
Tinker to Evers to Chance.
by Matt Allison on Jul 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ah well
GREAT START
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
On pace for 18 runs today!
Even if we score a few in an inning, I always want more. I’m greedy that way…
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
29 pitches in the top of the 1st
Excellent
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
1-2-3 inning Demp
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love it.
Demp going out with a 2-run already in the first inning. Excellent.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If only we could do this for Harden
Clever signature line
by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
tomorrow,
we will.
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Parra @ 29 pitches 1 IP
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
steve, shut up
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I am afraid so .. this is, after all ..
.. the alternate reality and black hole of TV called ESPN
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
let's go DEMP
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That's ok,
Demp will get out of this…
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ray Durham: Cub Killer
Tinker to Evers to Chance.
by Matt Allison on Jul 30, 2008 7:26 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
damn it...
that’s ok – demp often struggles the first inning, he’ll bear down
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ok, Demp .. on the ground baby .. on the ground
double play aroma in the air
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
how?
durham is on 2nd…and now 3rd
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Durham
gets robbed of a triple by a high bounce. Get used to the view from 2nd Ray.
"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 30, 2008 7:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
cmon, Demp...
lock it in here…
’’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 30, 2008 7:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
have a muffin, drew .. just believe ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
where are there muffins?? I dont see any
“looks around”
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
mmm, muffin
’’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 30, 2008 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm still amazed we can sit here on computers all over the planet
and watch the Cubs in the comfort of home ..
glad to be here with you all .. we’re living in amazing times.
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Glad to be here with ya friend!
"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 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's a post modern world baby.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it is a wonderous thing for sure
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1
very true :)
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Plunk him.
Just kidding. Sorta.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.
by Matt Allison on Jul 30, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
come on Demp
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
come on demp
get into a groooooove
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SIT DOWN!!!!!!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the battle between Demp and Braun
goes 2 2
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
epic
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
K!!!!
’’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 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
oh yeah
sounds like wrigley
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
STRIKE 3!!!!!!!!!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice!
“Shabat Shalom, Motherf*“
Hebrew Hammer (I think)
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yikes
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What?
The Hebrew Hammer is a fantastic fun-bad movie…
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The "Hebrew Hammer" is Braun's nickname.
Check the wikipedia article on Ryan Braun.
by zevkalman on Jul 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Excellent.
Demp K’s Braun. Now one more out and strand Durham at 3rd!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
If they leave Durham on third
they’re toast the rest of the night.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.
by Matt Allison on Jul 30, 2008 7:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Gotta get out clean
Sit him down Demp
by chitownhawkeye on Jul 30, 2008 7:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pat:
“prince fielder batting – HUGE, not tall though”
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Anyone else
getting a bad feed from Comcast?
Tinker to Evers to Chance.
by Matt Allison on Jul 30, 2008 7:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
All good here in Bourbonnais
Fat , drunk , and ,stupid is now way to go through life son.
by alabebo on Jul 30, 2008 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
pitched around Fielder?
Feed is fine for me
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Demp's gonna get out of this unscathed...
They’ll get a ground ball and force the “vegetarian” at 2nd.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:32 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
dempster needs to cut down his walks for this game
6 BB last game hurt our pen could only go 6 even though he was dominant
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He needs to keep the ball down,
and start to get ahead in the count.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not THAT far down!
’’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 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Mine is now gone
to the radio I go
Tinker to Evers to Chance.
by Matt Allison on Jul 30, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Fielder's face
looks like it’s about to slide off his chin! What an odd-looking fellow…
"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 30, 2008 7:33 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
damn
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
poop
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
aw, heck.
’’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 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
OWWW
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well that sucks.
2-1 now, Cubs. I guess we trade one wild pitch for another.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
let's keep it at one for them......
GoCubsGo
by MinnesotaFan on Jul 30, 2008 7:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
K's Hart.
Still got the lead. Let’s get some RUNS!
by jbau on Jul 30, 2008 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
it's going to be a tight game tonight
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
by Emelie on Jul 30, 2008 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ok, it could have been worse .. we'll get that back
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
k well...
that coulda been worse, i still feel good about this
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Too many pitches...
Still, I’ll take a lead in the first
by chitownhawkeye on Jul 30, 2008 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
hopefully Demp settles in
the next inning
Let’s get some runs!!!!
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
that's what usually happens
he has a rough 1st inning and then starts to cruise
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Prediction:
Blanco will homer. He’s not happy about missing that pitch.
by cubsonWGN4ever on Jul 30, 2008 7:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
was it his fault though?
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not entirely
it was a rough pitch to block, but still I’d assume the competitiveness in him thinks he should’ve gotten it
by cubsonWGN4ever on Jul 30, 2008 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They got one,
We got two. Let’s turn over the line-up & get a few more.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
deal
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
anyone hear PTI on the Farnsworth trade?
“Congratulations to the Yankees who picked up a Hall of Famer and to the Detroit for getting a complete idiot.”
That’s about verbatim .. I cracked up on the cross trainer at the Y this afternoon ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
awesome
and so true
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
which one said that?
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
can't remember ..
I listen to tunes while doing the cardio work out but saw the comment being scrolled over on the TV that had PTI – it was a captioning thing ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey guys
Did you hear that the Yanks got Pudge from the Tigers? ESPN just reported it….
{/sarcasm]
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 30, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
he he he
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
fonz goin YARD
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Time for a Soriano bomb!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
come on Sori! a MOON SHOT would be great
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Sori goes
2 for 2
’’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 30, 2008 7:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Trade Update:
The Yankees have sent LaTroy Hawkins to the Astros for a Minor Leaguer
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
what is with the astros?!
they think they are still in it? AND they think scrubs randy wolf and LATROY HAWKINS are going to help them???
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Agreed
I’m glad they’re in our division.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I can't wait unitl I see Hawkins wet his pants again in Wrigley Field
I’m going on Monday I hope he pitches.
A good day for me is a cubs win and a sox loss.
by diehardmark on Jul 30, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
riot
singles
’’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 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I had to switch to ESPN
that crowd noise on the Chicago feed (WGN or CSN) is just too much to deal with. I like Len & Bob but that noise gives me a headache.
Let’s get more runs!!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
its like music to my ears
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you like that shrill ringing sound?
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 30, 2008 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
cubs fans? of course
although i guess i must admit, i’m listening on the radio feed so not as loud
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't hear it
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LETS GO LEE!!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Alright!
The Riot with a base knock. Let’s get some 2-out runs!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
and Manny Ramirez says the Red Sox don't deserve him???
who does deserve him???
GoCubsGo
by MinnesotaFan on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The Marlins are pursuing him
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Manny tackles a 67 yr old RedSox exec
in Houston for not getting him tix and they don’t deserve him? Isn’t he special. And they never suspended him for that!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 30, 2008 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Al's pregame thread
had some interesting numbers. Last time Parra faced the Cubs was August 30, 2007. His line was 3 innings, 3 hits, 3 runs, 3 ER, 3 BB, 3 SO. Demp has beaten the Brewers on April 3 and April 30. The current score adds up to 3. Weird, man. Weird…
"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 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Let's get three runs next inning.
Maybe Demp can oblige and get ‘em 1-2-3!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
"3 is the magic number"
-De La Soul
"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 30, 2008 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
holy cow
let’s go DLLEEEEEEEEEE
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:41 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ALWAYS groundballs...
ugh
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:42 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Always???????????????????
Please
I have discovered in twenty years of moving around a ball park, that the knowledge of the game is usually in inverse proportion to the price of the seats. ~Bill Veeck
by Employee22 on Jul 30, 2008 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
fair enough
i do think lee is starting to warm up w/a-ram as well – and it was nice to extend the inning w/two base hits even if they didn’t come in to score
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
BCB Shirt Sighting
There is a larger hi-res one here, but be ye warned if you are on dialup for some reason.
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
by Cribbs463 on Jul 30, 2008 7:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yep
I wonder which one of our beloved BCB’ers it is…
I also have a video of it I will post in the fanposts section. I would love to hear from whoever it is here!
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
by Cribbs463 on Jul 30, 2008 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
AWESOMEEEEEE
NOW, who the hell is that?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm sure we'll know tomorrow.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that is so cool
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I miss HBCG :(
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:43 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I knew you would!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
awwwww....
btw how did you pick you s/n galvan?
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Quick Poll - WHO IS TIRED OF HEARING ABOUT MANNY
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
oh me! me!
i live in boston
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think even Brett Favre is tired of Manny news
"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 30, 2008 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
maybe Manny & Favre will be traded for each other.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
or they text back and forth
imagine the field day ESPN would have intercepting them LOL
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Len and Bob haven't
mentioned him.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It makes you wonder about ESPN announcer new hires ..
They probably have a secret ceremony somewhere in a concrete cell lit only by a candle burning
atop the bucket holding the head of Ted Williams and swear on it that they will faithfully declare every bit of Red Sox minutiae ad nauseaum ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hahaha
For some reason, I pictured the scene from “Temple of Doom” where Molo Ram rips the guy’s heart out and lower him into the pit of fire.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Trillo?
I have discovered in twenty years of moving around a ball park, that the knowledge of the game is usually in inverse proportion to the price of the seats. ~Bill Veeck
by Employee22 on Jul 30, 2008 7:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
c'mon Demp. Throw strikes.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
SIT DOWN!!!!!!!!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Crap, forgot to do this @ 7:
Who’s all here tonight?
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 30, 2008 7:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Here
OT: Braves tied it up vs STL 2-2
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
its me
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Present!
"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 30, 2008 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i'm here (in minnesota)
GoCubsGo
by MinnesotaFan on Jul 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yo
Checking in from Flarda. Hotter than two foxes fighting in a pepper patch.
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
by Cribbs463 on Jul 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Where in Florida?
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm in Tampa...
Let my ashes blow in a beautiful snow from the prevailing 30 mile an hour southwest wind...
When my last remains go flying over the left field wall, I'll bid the bleacher bums adieu,
And I will come to my final resting place, out on Waveland Avenue. --Steve Goodman
by NotSure on Jul 30, 2008 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yo
’’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 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm here with the doggies!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
by LAcarl519 on Jul 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
welcome
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you're welcome
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
welcome new guy
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Here, though foolishly trying to get some work done.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd like to go by my rap name,
Rhymenocerous.
Did he just say funky butt-loving?
by Louie on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm here but tardy...
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 30, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
finishing up some reading?
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
How'd you know?
Actually, I was at the library today. Just reading magazines and picked up a few dvd’s.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 30, 2008 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I like doing this - I think it's fun to "see" everyone!
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think it is too
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm here, I'm here
Virtual beers for everyone!
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Word to you mama
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
demps control is off
"This is why Major League Baseball does not need instant replay, because then every single play will then be reviewed." -- Joe Morgan, 5/18/08, referring to an umpire ruling a Carlos Delgado homerun foul when replays showed it hit the foul pole.
by CubsBall2202 on Jul 30, 2008 7:46 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
if you say so.
1-2-3 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 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
bud selig talking with pat and ron!
AND his wife AND his granddaughter
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Glad I'm not listening tonight!
I might puke…
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it was ok
he told ron he should be in the hall of fame…maybe he could pull some strings lol
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If there was money involved, Selig would find a way!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
In other words: Selig is money-grubbing pig!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
2 Quick outs!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
by Galvan316 on Jul 30, 2008 7:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Three is a magic number. Demp goes 1-2-3!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice call
"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 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Bud Selig gives shoutout to ron
to be inducted into the hall of fame
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Well, I guess Bud is right about one thing...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
give credit where credit is due
and even yet, he sounded smarmy
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anybody else get the feeling
that very soon the Brewers will be looking up in the standings at St. Louis? The shine has certainly come off their apple a bit…
"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 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
My feelings exactly mi amigo!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no, they're going to stay in the fight ..
I don’t see STL having enough horses to make it a 3 way race
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
STL will fade soon
Although I’ve been saying that for a long time
by VillanuevaExperience on Jul 30, 2008 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that blonde in the commercial frightened me
never date a gurl who could beat you arm wrestling
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
hmm seems carpenter left his start early, bottom 5 in atlanta and thompson is in
"This is why Major League Baseball does not need instant replay, because then every single play will then be reviewed." -- Joe Morgan, 5/18/08, referring to an umpire ruling a Carlos Delgado homerun foul when replays showed it hit the foul pole.
by CubsBall2202 on Jul 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
according to the STL Post -Dispatch
80 pitch count
by MOCubsfan on Jul 30, 2008 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
quick question for everyone here tonight
anybody have connections in Cincy, heading down for the Sep series need tickets.
by miamicanes on Jul 30, 2008 7:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Walk up to the ticket booth
I have discovered in twenty years of moving around a ball park, that the knowledge of the game is usually in inverse proportion to the price of the seats. ~Bill Veeck
by Employee22 on Jul 30, 2008 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i was wanting tickets behind the plate
by miamicanes on Jul 30, 2008 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
easy ..
chat it up with the first blonde stepping out of the limo outside GABP in the third inning . ...
tell her she is ravishing, stunning and that her mind is pretty good too ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Try reds.com or stubhub.
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
by Bump Bailey on Jul 30, 2008 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the chop cry .. let's do it ..
whoaaa oh ohhh ohhhhhhh
whoaaa oh ohhh Ohhhhhhhh
repeat til you puke .. tonight, I am a Braves fan ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Remember last September?
When the Braves beat the Brewers in a late-season series and the bleachers at Wrigley erupted with tomahawk chops?
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
dude .. I had a BLAST that day
I was zapping furiously between both games on the satellite and got footage of both games in real time .. my wife probably thought I lost my mind . . I was as a child, giddy and amazed ..
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Raise that pitch count
I want to see that great MIL bullpen
by VillanuevaExperience on Jul 30, 2008 7:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
DeRo
two out walk
’’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 30, 2008 7:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm goin to the bar. Back in a bit.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wha?
You led roll-call bar boy!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
he's getting
eight whiskey sours. To go. He’ll need a drink carrier.
’’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 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sounds good!
Make it one of those cardboard ones from McD’s.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know, I know.
Someone’s gotta be drunk tonight, and I’m sick of bein sober.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Jul 30, 2008 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ball 4
nice – make parra work!
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:54 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
4. DeRo will reach base twice
Check. 1-1/2 down, 6-1/2 to go…
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
by DeRoMyHero on Jul 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
we are gonna need our big guys to come through tonight
hopefully 3rd time through the order lee and ramirez and kosuke will be able to pick him up a little better
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
these SportsCenter ads are really dumb..
GoCubsGo
by MinnesotaFan on Jul 30, 2008 7:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
STEVE .. go way .. Please ..
go photocopy something for the producer .. PLEEEASE
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Nice catch by a fan
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
looked like a Cubs fan cuz cubs shirts all around him
GoCubsGo
by MinnesotaFan on Jul 30, 2008 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
wtf?!
pat says apparently parra is a good hitter…
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 7:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It's just
Manny being Manny. :-)
"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 30, 2008 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
53 pitches for Parra...and if he wastes more energy running around--GOOD!
by zevkalman on Jul 30, 2008 7:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
its a warm and humid night also
"We've had our ups and downs, but as long as you have a reason, something to fall back on and a plan, that's all there is to it," Soto said.
by Madison Cub Fan on Jul 30, 2008 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
get em demp .. get em Son
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 7:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
POOOOOOOOOPPed him up!
1 out
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
dude .. that board guy should be DEAD
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Overflow is up and full of space!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
where?
"We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope."
by californiachicagoan on Jul 30, 2008 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
links are nice man! :-)
"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 30, 2008 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Don't know how to do them on a crappy PC!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
nice, 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 30, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
2 down
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
by sue369 on Jul 30, 2008 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I gone
Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!
by cubnational on Jul 30, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hey Braun
that play by Rami right there is why you are no longer @ 3rd. You can’t do that!
"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 30, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
frustrated....
Can anyone tell me why it is I cannot see the game on ESPN (they are showing ESPN news)...... when my cable feed does not also carry CSN?
I don’t understand all of these blackout rules (it’s advertised all over to be on ESPN)
by LuisSalazar on Jul 30, 2008 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
OVERFLOW THREAD IS UP!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 8:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Overflow up....
n/t
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 8:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
thanks for the linky
jerks…lol
"I'll play any day. I don't care if I'm 0-for-30, playing baseball is my PASSION. I'll go out and play." - Geo Soto
by CubbyBlues on Jul 30, 2008 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
hot dog!
’’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 30, 2008 8:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
ah,yeah
are you ready to jump
"Every team will win 60 games, every team will lose 60 games, it's what the team does in the other 42 games that decides the season."
by flachimesa on Jul 30, 2008 8:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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