Pregame Thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Wednesday 7/30, 7:05 CT
by Al Yellon on Jul 30, 2008 4:30 PM CDT
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This part of this post is necessarily short as I am writing it in the morning, in advance of scheduling it to post at 4:30 pm CT, when hopefully I will have already arrived in Milwaukee after navigating the Chicago area highway construction mess. Hope to see quite a few of you at Miller Park tonight.
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Manny Parra's only career start vs. the Cubs was on August 30, 2007, when he had a curious pitching line of all 3's -- 3 innings, 3 hits, 3 runs, 3 ER, 3 BB, 3 SO. The Cubs won the game 5-4; Ryan Dempster saved it despite walking in a run. Since three players in the starting lineup that day (Jason Kendall, Craig Monroe and Jacque Jones) are no longer Cubs, Mark DeRosa is the only remaining Cub who had one of those three hits -- a two-run single.
Now, Dempster is starting and having an All-Star caliber season. He has already beaten the Brewers twice this year -- on April 3 and April 30, both at Wrigley Field, the latter the game that the Cubs wound up winning 19-5. Kendall, for his part, has always hit Dempster well: 13-for-29 (.442) with 5 walks. Ray Durham is 5-for-8 vs. Dempster (one of the reasons the Brewers got him was to hit Cub pitching, which he usually does well). However, Durham may not play tonight after fouling a ball off his shin last night.
Today's game is on CSN Chicago and FSN Wisconsin, but fortunately for those of you who don't have EI, it's also being picked up nationally on ESPN. 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 will be up at 7 pm CT and the overflow threads at 8 pm, 9 pm and 9:45 pm CT.
Discuss amongst yourselves.
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FIRST?
"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
FIRST!
LOU IN BLUE!
"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
You've already lost.
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 30, 2008 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Looks like he is in the starting lineup though
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
you got lineups?
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
Same lineup as last night for the Brew
only Hall at 3rd.
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
Presented to us by the corporation of the Town of Chicago...
to commemorate Empire Day, when we try to remember the names of all those from the Chicago area who so gallantly gave their lives to keep China British.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 30, 2008 4:36 PM CDT reply actions
So we have here:
Kosuke Washington
Thomas Zambrono
Teddy Hamster
and Fonzi Lincoln
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions
That's Ted Lilly? Why does it not look like him at all?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Heh
Maybe because its Mike Fontenot and not Ted :)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Probably because it's Rich Harden...
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
See this right here
Is a reason why I need to keep my mouth shut
LOL
My Appologies
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
So:
Lilly
Fontenot
Harden
Who the hell is it?
We call ourselves Cubs fans…
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
haha
there’s an episode of the simpsons your post just reminded me of.
”....awww the Denver Broncos!”
"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
Superb!
“You Only Move Twice”
Homer works for Hank Scorpio, voiced by Mel Brooks.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Well done!
"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
The Hammock District
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 30, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions
"maybe the 26th street bridge just collapsed on its own."
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
"Somebody stop him! He's supposed to die!"
"I see great things in baseball. It's our game - the American game." - Walt Whitman
"They're moccasins. You like em? They're yours?
Don’t like em? Me neither! Get the hell out of here!”
My interest in the show is nonexistant now, but this is probably their best episode ever.
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 30, 2008 4:51 PM CDT up reply actions
No, no, no, no, NO.
Best episode ever is “Homer at the Bat”.
Darrrrr-yl… Darrrrr-yl…
"I see great things in baseball. It's our game - the American game." - Walt Whitman
"I don't know what you think sideburns are..."
That is a good one.
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 30, 2008 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions
"He's still better than Steinbrenner..."
"I see great things in baseball. It's our game - the American game." - Walt Whitman
Beg to differ:
Best episode ever is when Homer gains 61 lbs to go on disability.
“I don’t want to look like a weirdo! I’ll take the muumuu.”
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
+1
"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
"All I wanted to do was see Honk if your horny in peace"
“Im sorry sir we dont have the ability to handle your needs.”
“Perhaps a garbage bag full of popcorn could settle this issue.”
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
But the Scorpio episode was so, so...
ODD. A brilliant lil half-hour of weirdness and heart.
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 30, 2008 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions
"For once Dad's butt actually prevented the release of harmful gas!"
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
"Marge,
you just don’t understand football.”
I always thought they missed a golden opportunity to show Homer with a Super Bowl ring after the Broncos won.
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 30, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Agreed
"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
How about Homer dancing around singing
“I am so smart!, I am so smart!. S-M-R-T….I am so smart!”
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
i thought it was Bart that did that dance?
::sigh:: I miss the Simpsons being funny
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Nope - Homer
after being accepted to college. Season 5.
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
Good clip site
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
Ok....can't get a link to post. Doh!
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
Very Nice!
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions
Soriano
has a very big head!
’’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 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Dude, you rule!
"BEAT MIL-WAU-KEE clap,clap,clap,clap,clap....."
by TheRamZamDLEE on Jul 30, 2008 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions
help the blind girl out, swl
dome, z, ???, fonzie?
is that right and who’s the 3rd guy?
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 4:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Hamster
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
HARDEN
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
Lou is the third guy, right?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Dlee?
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Sinatro...Maybe?
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
I'm 98% certain the order is:
Hee Seop Choi
Antonio Alfonseca
Matt Clement
Glenallen Hill
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
I think Teddy Roosevelt Lilly
Deserved his spot.
CHARGE!!!
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Lineup:
Sori
Riot
Lee
Ram
RJ
DeRo
Dome
Blanco
Dempster
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
No Onedec
The rumors could be true?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Or he could not be playing because he is a backup
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by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 4:44 PM CDT up reply actions
BS...Have you seen the splits on Parra?
Right handers are hitting .278
Left handers are hitting .209
So don’t you find it odd that Lou is running Dome out there with a pitcher with those kinds of splits when especally when we beat the best lefthander in the game with Onedec in the game just two nights ago?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't find it odd...
Unless Lou said somewhere he was going to platoon Dome. Which he didn’t.
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
So if you're going to platoon someone shouldn't you sit
your left hander against a tough left hander?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:56 PM CDT up reply actions
He never said he was going to Platoon Dome.
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
Wasn't it Dome who got a hit off Shouse last night?
If his swing is right he can hit lefty pitching.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions
You are correct...
Lou isn’t going to sit Dome 2wice in a series
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
Apparently you missed the part...
about no one ever saying Fukudome was in a platoon.
They are sitting Edmonds in favor of Johnson. That is currently the only platoon we have.
I didn't say that...Fishbone did.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions
No he/she didn't...
in fact, he/she said the opposite.
Sorry I miss read the comment
But I still think Lou should have sit Dome and played Onedec.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:30 PM CDT up reply actions
they're sitting Soto
is HE gonna platoon?
’’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 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Drew...
You are what the Spanish would call el terrible.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions
just you know
WITH THE KNEEJERK…
’’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 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions
By the way...
RJ hitting fifth?
Why?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Been hot lately and Blanco is playing
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
I'll guess...
...Lou wants to use him like a 2nd leadoff hitter. With DeRo and Fukudome behind him, they can put the game in motion if need be.
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
Yeah especially after Lou
said last night he had put Dome back in the 5th spot and he did well there. He talked about leaving him in the 5th spot.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
i'll believe that lou is leaving the lineup
alone when i see it happen.
i take all comments like that w/ a grain of salt.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 4:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I guess if Dome
has a shitty night Lou may want to put him back at the 5th spot.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
Yeah
i kinda like all the moveable pieces in our line up… but 2 days in a row of the same one would be kinda sweet.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Lou don't do complacency.
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 30, 2008 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions
no Hampster either
and they’re not gonna trade him…
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
by drewishdrewid on Jul 30, 2008 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions
I think there is something up.
We may have seen the last of Onedec in a Cubs uniform.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:51 PM CDT up reply actions
MLB TRADE RUMORS
Said Onedec and Fatty Eyre are being shopped the the dodgers.
With Lou puting Dome in against a tough lefty as opposed the Onedec who has been hitting lefties lately it makes me think they are sitting Onedec for a reason.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions
in the pre pregame thread
someone said furcal.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Agreed...If something happens with the Cubs and Dodgers
it will be in a three team trade.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh Jeebus...
(just to keep the Simpsons theme going)
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Hilarious!!!
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
Exactly...
With the Dodgers being 1 game back. Who would the Cubs get in return?
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
If so I wish him the best of luck
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by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 4:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Fontenot?
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 30, 2008 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Demps record w/ Henry Blanco?
Anyone know it? Bueller?
"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
Here is better analysis from a betting site
The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers play the third game of their four game series on Wednesday night and they get the national spotlight as the game is on ESPN. It will be Ryan Dempster going for the Cubs while Manny Para gets the call for the Brewers. SBG Globalreports that early MLB betting has the public taking Cubs on the Road.
MLB Betting Preview
Chicago Cubs at Milwaukee Brewers
Wednesday, 8:05 pm Eastern – ESPN
SBG Global Opening Line: Brewers – 110 , Total 8.5 Under -115
Dempster is 11-4 on the season with a 2.99 ERA. He did not get a decision in his last start against Florida but pitched well, giving up one run in six innings. Dempster got two wins against Milwaukee in April but both games were at Wrigley.
Parra is 9-3 on the season with a 3.72 ERA. He had won eight straight games before a loss in his last start against Houston. He was taken out in the seventh inning even though he didn’t allow a ball out of the infield. “I feel like I’m throwing the ball really well, six innings, seven innings and then a break here or there is the difference between what CC and Ben are doing. They’re coming out of games on a good note versus being taken out of the inning, which I can’t stand,” Parra said.
SBG Global Current Line: Brewers – 115 , Total 8.5 Under -115
Here are the MLB betting stats for Wednesday’s games. The Cubs are 4-0 in their last 4 Wednesday games. The Cubs are 9-4 in their last 13 games vs. a left-handed starter. The Cubs are 2-9 in their last 11 games as a road underdog. The Cubs are 4-0 in Dempster’s last 4 Wednesday starts. The Cubs are 7-2 in Dempster’s last 9 starts vs. the National League Central. The Cubs are 15-7 in Dempster’s last 22 starts. The Cubs are 1-6 in Dempster’s last 7 starts as a road underdog. The Cubs are 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in Milwaukee.
The Brewers are 8-0 in their last 8 games vs. a right-handed starter. The Brewers are 7-2 in their last 9 Wednesday games. The Brewers are 9-3 in their last 12 overall. The Brewers are 18-7 in their last 25 vs. the National League Central. The Brewers are 25-11 in their last 36 games as a favorite.
The Brewers are 11-5 in their last 16 home games vs. a right-handed starter.
The Brewers are 2-5 in their last 7 home games. The Brewers are 6-2 in Parra’s last 8 starts as a favorite. The Brewers are 7-3 in Parra’s last 10 starts.
The Over is 4-1 in the Cubs last 5 games as a road underdog. The Over is 4-1 in Dempster’s last 5 road starts. The Over is 6-2 in Dempster’s last 8 starts vs. the National League Central.
The Over is 8-2 in the Brewers last 10 home games. The Under is 4-1 in the Brewers last 5 games vs. a right-handed starter. The Over is 7-2 in the Brewers last 9 games as a home favorite. The Over is 8-1-2 in the last 11 meetings in Milwaukee between the two teams.
Piniella: "This is a tougher job than I thought it would be, I'm going to be honest with you."
The Brewers are 8-0 in their last 8 games vs. a right-handed starter
Uh…
Zambrano apparently has learned to pitch Left handed now.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Well, Z is talented,
and he’s a switch-hitter, so….
why couldn’t he????
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
ladies!
he’ll be back tomorrow.
harden & soto on wgn!! now thats tv to look forward to!
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions
And this place will turn into Ed Sulivan Theather
if the shark pitches tomorrow, too.
That’s it…can we get another picture of Ms. Miller?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions
I miss Woody
come back soon, kerry!!
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions
In that picture I don't think Kerry is missing wood.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:11 PM CDT up reply actions
that is a strategic thigh clench
isn’t 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 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions
What is Wood doing with his hand?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions
So thats where the blister came from
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Finger to none
and pointing at you.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Wait...the blister is on his FINGER?
Ohhhh….now I get it.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 30, 2008 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions
I can share with you my big adventure of bullpen watching
might make up a bit for not seeing tonight
"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 5:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Ohhhh suuuuuure
you ladies can objectify the players all you want…. but us guys can’t appreciate eyecandy also?
I'll share DeRo with you...
Will that make you feel better?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Lets win this series!!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
reply button not working for anyone else?
or just me?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 30, 2008 4:45 PM CDT reply actions
Me neither.
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 30, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
SWL
Its working 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
Good here too.
"Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living." - Alvin Dark
Mine appears to be working
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by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Mine isn't working either
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by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm pretty sure SWL just did this for shits-n-giggles, and you all fell for it!!
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
sure hope
they get this reply thing fixed…
’’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 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Good afternoon all
from Mexico City Benito Juarez International Airport. Flight back to Chicago is delayed for a while, but I’m sitting in a nice, posh lounge. Hopefully I’ll be back home before the game’s over.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Don't drink the water
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
I'm immune now
Born and raised here, so very little actually hurts me anymore.
Daver: no Dos Equis. I’ll have a Victoria in your name though.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
You are the most interesting man in the world...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Funny, I could hear laughing when you typed that.
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 30, 2008 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions
How long's the flight?
Hope you’re in business.
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
It's about 4 hours
About 3 and a half on the way down though. And I’m in steerage tonight. There’s an American Express lounge at this airport, so you don’t need to have a Biz ticket to get free wifi and a clean bathroom.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
that's not bad at all
and… clean bathrooms are a good thing.
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
Flight delayed until 7
So I’ll be lucky to get home by midnight. Ick.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
The 2007-08 Cubs have never been a
“step on their throats” bunch. I hope we change that with tonight’s game. We always seem to let up when we have a chance to put teams away. I know it is still early in the chase, with 55 games to go, but it sure would be nice if we just keep beating these guys into the ground with Dempster going tonight and Harden tomorrow.
One at a time, but let’s keep tightening the noose! Now is the time to start making progress on that road record.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
You mean besides the time...
...we swept the D’Backs. And the Dodgers. And the Mets…
Nanika Ga Okoru!
I agree that it is GREAT that we are sweeping
some series this year. But it is a lot more important to do that with teams in your own division.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
Step on there throat with an ice skate?
Sure that sounds mean, but What the hell I want them to CRUSH EM!!!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
you mean doing this?
video was made up BTW
Piniella: "This is a tougher job than I thought it would be, I'm going to be honest with you."
i guarantee you that was not made up
i know the person who leaked it to the media
I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg
Bobby Knight is a full-on ass...
Great coach. Full on butthead. He threw a strawberry shake at me when I was re-fueling his plane years ago in Gary. A mean man.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
The level of detail in that personal anecdote
made it worthwhile.
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
my father represented a coach who sued bobby knight and iu.
that coach had the practice video that got to the press.
I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg
That's it. I asked if he had anything he wanted to dispose of,
before I re-fueled the plane. He said “this shake” and threw it at me. That’s all.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I click reply...
and it takes me to the top of the page. Weird.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 30, 2008 4:48 PM CDT reply actions
Jiggle the handle!
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 4:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Kick it!
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
twss
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 30, 2008 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions
ouch
"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
I'm fairly certain...
...there isn’t too many scenarios I can come up with in which a woman would say “take out the cartridge, blow on it, put it back in”. SIMILAR, but not the same.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Either she's a big NES fan
or enjoys using “cartridge” as a synonym.
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 30, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions
SBN's been buggy of late
I’ve encountered that top of the page function several times in the last couple of days. It’s infuriating. Sometimes closing the tab and coming back in on a new tab works.
Let's hope these bats travel well to Milwaukee -- Lou
I hope Dempster gets
his second road win tonight. Let’s keep this winning streak going.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
i'm glad he finally got the first one
that whole “can’t win on the road” junk was starting to really irritate
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions
He said after his last
win that he was glad to not be asked about it any more.
Carlos Zambrano and Rich Harden. Now that's a pair of Aces.
BREAKING NEWS ON ESPN
Brett Favre MEETS with Packers President!!
seriously..is that really needed?
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
just once
i’d LOVE to flip on ESPN to see whats going on and go more than 4 seconds w/ seeing Favre’s mug.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Keep dreaming, HBCG.
"I love when they play that Go Cubs Win song."
It is either
Favre
Yankees
Red Sox
Favre
Donahy
Clemens
Favre
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
packer prez = former Northwestern AD
Funny to hear that it is national news that he is meeting with anyone
Just as funny to hear he is meeting with Favre
Pudge has man-boobs
"ROUS's? Rodents of Unusual Size. Don't worry, they don't exist."
http://margaritagirl11.spaces.live.com/
Soto has mentioned in a variety of articles that he is the catcher he most looks up to
"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 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I see what you did there.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
No Pudge is the catcher... Soto most looks up to.
"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 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions
knew that...
just being a smartarse literally
true but I did use way too many pronouns in that sentence anyways......
so i deserved 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 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Soto probably admires Pudge so much...
b/c they are countrymen, both are from Puerto Rico.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions
That helps
but Pudge has had a long sucessful career as well.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions
this the only one I could find right off hand
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/baseball/nl/cubs/2008-07-08-Soto_N.htm?csp=34
"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 5:27 PM CDT up reply actions
Certainly.
I was just trying to point out that Soto is familiar with Pudge & his career.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:27 PM CDT up reply actions
so Soto is a pitcher
not a catcher? Wait, I’m all confuseled…
’’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 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Sooo....
your’re saying pudge is tall and soto is short? blasphemy :P
shame on you guys. :(
arent us girls suffering enough w/ soto having the night off 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 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Waitaminute...
...you’re a girl? This changes EVERYTHING.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Ownership
I heard that MLB is warming up to Cuban. I guess 1.3 Billion dollars will do that. I still think 23 out of 23 owners will be a tough hurdle to clear. Canning being out is great news. He is a Bud Selig shrill. He was with the Brewers when they were cutting payroll. Mckenna was a Tribune guy in the 80’s don’t need him either . Go Mark Cuban!
where'd you hear this?
Devin Hester, you are ridiculous! -Jeff Joniak
by ARAM FOR MVP on Jul 30, 2008 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions
If they don't warm to him and approve him....
He will most likely sue. It is ridiculous that the majority of owners need to approve him, that is left over from the old boys club days- baseball is in the modern age. Sam Zell has the right to sell the team & the stadium to the highest bidder- and if the owners want to try to block this, I fully expect both Cuban and Zell to file a lawsuit- which they would likely win.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:18 PM CDT up reply actions
on what basis would they win??
it’s the rules of the league. a normal industry would be subject to antitrust on something like this but baseball, like all major sports league, is exempt from antitrust laws.
the pink hat guy is my father
All major sports
are not exempt from anti-trust laws. Even though the damages were minimal, USFL v. NFL case proved that.
Sports have an anti-trust exemption for negotiating broadcast contracts only. MLB has a bigger anti-trust exemption because of the court cases in the 1920 that were upheld in Flood v. Kuhn.
However, Congress has been chipping away at that anti-trust exemption since Flood v. Kuhn, and it’s unclear how much of it remains. Mostly, it just applies to broadcasting, negotiating a CBA, franchise shifts and the minor leagues.
Cuban/Zell might not win in court, but they could certainly challenge any rejection of his bid. They might win or MLB might settle, not wanting to risk having all of their anti-trust exemption tossed out in a court decision.
Borowy . . .Sutcliffe . . .Harden?
by Josh Timmers on Jul 30, 2008 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions
The antitrust exemption... is merely a mirage:
while it appears to exist from afar, up close it disappears. It was historically put in as supposed “protection” of the reserve clause. MLB has voluntarily abided by it.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
A sign of things to come in 09?
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
LOL
Brilliant!
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:15 PM CDT up reply actions
please use the +reply button
it keeps everyone off your back. :-)
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't know who you are, but I see that you are relatively new to BCB. Welcome!
Now I’m going to enter fairy-tale land for a second, and pretend you are Mark Cuban. If you are Mark Cuban, Hi Mark, I’m Dan. I think I would be a welcomed addition to the Cubs organization when you purchase the team. Please hire me for ____ position. I require minimal pay, will work for tickets, game-used items from Cubs players, or simply beer. I have told my girlfriend that when the Cubs win the World Series I can die a fulfilled man, have cried over devastating losses, and like to play video games in my free time. Do you like to play video games, Mark? Maybe we can start a franchise team together and play god-mode owners of the Cubs! Please consider me for any available position you may have. Thank you for your time.
Dan
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Dodgers interested in Maddux
Wednesday, July 30, 2008 | Print Entry Posted by Buster Olney
The Dodgers and Padres continue to have conversations about veteran starter Greg Maddux, with the two sides beginning the process of exchanging names and perhaps working toward a deal.
Just thought that might be interesting.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:21 PM CDT reply actions
Thanks last I saw
Dodgers were interested in Byrd. I normally hate the Dodgers but they rescue Madog
and I will root for them at least until they play the Cubs,
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions
That's it, SportCenter is going OFF!
jesus, the first half our is all Favre, Pudge, and Manny..
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
i know
it was disgusting. i get it, favre a big story… but can we NOT talk about him for 10 seconds in a row? Please?
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions
but... but... but....
then there would be like dead air
i know
its not like theres anything else going on in the sports world.
definitely no baseball going on.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions
It is no longer Sportscenter
It is “FavreCenter”
The 100th time has GOT to be a charm...
by cubswgnrocks on Jul 30, 2008 5:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Your only source 4 everything Favre.
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 30, 2008 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions
With a dash of Manny Ramirez.
You know what I’d like to see? The Packers trading Favre straight up to the Red Sox for Manny. Kill two birds with one stone, so that we don’t have to keep hearing about either of them.
"I see great things in baseball. It's our game - the American game." - Walt Whitman
It's pretty bad
When Favre has his own header on the ticker ala NBA, NCAA, MLB, FAVRE.
by Basketball John on Jul 30, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions
be happy you don't live near green bay then
my mom is being driven crazy she said you cant ignore it no matter how hard she tries. Radio, tv… she just wants it to stop.
"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 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Did you ever listen to the "Packer Guru" segment on WOLX in Madison?
(years ago now)
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
BREAKING NEWS:
ESPN Reports that The Brewers’ CC Sabathia and Prince Fielder have ate all of the hot dogs in Miller Park prior to tonights game with the Cubs.
Brett Farve has also been reported to have made a statment regarding this as well.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
PLEASEEEEEEEE TELL ME THERE'S SPECIAL SAUCE LEFT!!!
THE MILLER PARK SPECIAL SAUCE IS LIKE SWEET HONEY
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
The Favre addendum made that joke.
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 30, 2008 5:28 PM CDT up reply actions
food
they do serve veggie dogs there… so I guess CC could do the regular and Fielder the veggie dogs
"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 5:33 PM CDT up reply actions
not this one
Piniella: "This is a tougher job than I thought it would be, I'm going to be honest with you."
He couldnt be reached for comment
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Eric Gange: $10Mil worth of suck!
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions
TWSS
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
NO!!!!!!!!!!!
Bad Galvan!
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:38 PM CDT up reply actions
BOOB, baby!
’’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 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Interesting News
Dodgers are interest in Maddux according to Buster O on ESPN
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:27 PM CDT reply actions
you already posted this
up above….
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:28 PM CDT up reply actions
He wants to make sure that all of us know.
Where else would Maddux go? I think it’s been obvious that Maddux would be moved and moved to the Dodgers.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:30 PM CDT up reply actions
It's doubly interesting.
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 30, 2008 5:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Not really
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
I posted it before? I don't see it...
Sorry for the double post.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions
not this exactly
but you’ve had another post just before this one about Maddux going to the Dodgers.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:41 PM CDT up reply actions
BREAKING NEWS
Favre: “I cried during my retirement speech because I had a hangnail”
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
I want to laugh
but this is just beyond being funny anymore.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Whittenmyer's twittering about Erin Andrews:
cst_cubs ESPN in the house—with lots of leg. Check out Erin Andrews’ game-day ensemble. 4 minutes ago from txt
heh.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:39 PM CDT reply actions
I'm sure the lawyers are thrilled...
...that he’s using the corporate name to verbally grope an ESPN personality.
I'm sure that the lawyers
want to verbally grope an ESPN personality
I hate twitter!
It is for all those people that think every thought they have must be shared with the whole world.
For all those twittering yack-holes out there I have four words for you Shut the %$@# up (Copyright owned by Denis Leary)!
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions
+1
I’m getting ready to go home soon.
Contemplating what I want for dinner.
Gotta do laundry soon.
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 30, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Most boring haiku ever?
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
I could make it fit 5-7-5 if I had to.
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 30, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions
I was too bored to count
(just messing)
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
I did count it after you pointed it out
to see if I somehow Rain Man’d a haiku.
I was disappointed to see that I didn’t.
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 30, 2008 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions
too bad
there’s not a link…
cos I’m a fan also
there is no link
its just that on the twitter page.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions
great googly moogly.
’’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 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Erin Andrews = gorgeous.
Woof!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
as long as I have a face.....
she has a place to sit
woah...
’’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 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
can't anyone do an homage
to cheech and chong? Especially now that they’re talking about a new tour?
Pretty salacious talk there tootles.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions
No, men don't objectify women,
here’s a pic of Erin Andrews, but just her bum.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions
You don't think women see right though these
kind of BS lines?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Don't misunderstand....
I love Erin’s backside, what’s not to like? I do like her face, too though. Plus the fact that she’s a woman that is into sports? Boo-ya!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm just gonna say, for all the women of BCB...
...THIS IS PROBABLY GOING A TAD TOO FAR.
Dan
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
And buh-bye line! See you later!!
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 30, 2008 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions
LMFAO!
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:57 PM CDT up reply actions
LOL!!!
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions
now that is funny
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I LOVE YOU ERIN
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Cant really say i blame him
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Sorry I'm late
I just got home from seeing The Dark Knight.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 5:43 PM CDT reply actions
i havent seen it yet
no spoilers!
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Want to see it with me?
:D
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Aww. galvan
you’re very flirty these last few days.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
I try :)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
you're good for my ego
where are you at, galvan? in the city or what?
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Chicago Ridge
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
I don't even know where that is
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Southside
Near Midway Airport area.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
oh! thats cool.
i’m in NWI about 40 mi outside Chicago.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
IT'S A TRAP
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Ha, it's Captain Calamari!!
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions
HEY!
i’m insulted.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:49 PM CDT up reply actions
He made the offer to go to a dark place
and watch things that are dark and haunting.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions
I was referring to the picture, friend.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
i was trying to do my best
internet overreaction.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions
wait
you’re not allowed to stalk her outside of BCB! How are the rest of us supposed to know what’s going on?
’’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 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm trying to find a good vet for my pets...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:59 PM CDT up reply actions
what
is that some kind of euphamism???
:P
’’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 6:00 PM CDT up reply actions
shockingly enough
this time its not a euphemism.
and i just got it (will email back in a few!) :-)
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:02 PM CDT up reply actions
oh, ok
HOLD IT!
“This” time????
’’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 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions
But "e-mail is a euphemism, right?
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by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Hello, I'm Admiral Ackbar from Dateline NBSea.
Why don’t you take a seat.
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 30, 2008 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions
When I was a child I dreamed of growing up
to be a baseball.
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
wow.
they share only 24 chromosomes between them.
’’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 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions
YES!!!!
My favorite part of that scene – when Ackbar slides his chair across half the bridge. I can’t explain it, but that action always gets me.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions
This isn't eHarmony Galvan...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions
LMAO!
Hey, nothing wrong chatting it up with a cute cubbie girl.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
I probably wouldn't post them anyway
In thought of everyone here who hasn’t seen it.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions
You've had two weeks.
The spoiler moritorium is over.
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 30, 2008 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
A bloody men.
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 30, 2008 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions
And your thoughts
Clever signature line
by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 5:44 PM CDT up reply actions
It was confusing
But good.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions
It was a wee confusing.
Here’s a handy guide I took with me to ease confusion:
Batman = Bruce Wayne
Bruce Wayne = Batman
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 30, 2008 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Awww You just ruined the whole movie for me
Clever signature line
by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 5:47 PM CDT up reply actions
no no no
I’m Batman.
’’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 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 5:53 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't remember posting this.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 6:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Seen it thrice now, once on IMAX
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Jesus effing Christ!
“Developing Story” the meeting has CONCLUDED with Favre. Seriously he can take a chesehead and shove it up his ass for all I care..
2008 Cubs: Who needs nine innings, when you only need a 7th?
Paging my friendly neighborhood SABRmetrician...
(I posted this yesterday, but I think you had left.)
How do you measure the value of a SF? It doesn’t appear in OPS. It’s an RBI, but largely due to opportunity. It drives in a run, but shortens an inning. Is the ability to deliver SFs very good, very bad, or somewhere in between?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
It's a fly ball out.
The value of a sacrifice fly is almost entirely in the events that preceeded it, not the event itself.
Spoken like a true magician, concise
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Tune into CTL.
Kaplan mentioned the Cubs are interested in Ibanez, which we all know, and then he said there’s someone else that would surprise you, and that he’d share later on.
My guess: Andre Ethier.
Devin Hester, you are ridiculous! -Jeff Joniak
Did they mention it yet?
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Bullpen
We need bullpen help. Damn it I knew Wood would breakdown. If we went with Marmol at the start of the season he wouldn’t have appeared in so many games. Howry just sucks he is killing us.
Is ti Troll Hunting Season yet?
I got my nifty new license and everything…
Dood. Woody hasn’t broken down. He’s got a small injury that they’re being careful with. Marmol has got his sh!t back together again, and Howry, well, he actually pitched ok the other night.
Chill.
’’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 6:00 PM CDT up reply actions
fire at will
got an hour before the game. maybe you can scare them away before it gets going
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, but it's a blister
Nothing major. The bullpen will be fine with some minor tweaking. Plus, once Wood is back, Howry won’t be pitching as often, or at all.
I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg
Now sanks, there are many decaffienated brands that are just as tasty as the real thing....
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
"sanks"...."decaffienated"....... hmmmmm
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
MANRAM might be headed to the NL
Looks like the Marlins and Red Sox are getting serious about moving ManRam to South Beach for 3 players.
All i have to say is WOW.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:02 PM CDT reply actions
For serious?
I woulda thunk he’d go to the Mets.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
I feel like trading Manny will cost the Red Sox the playoffs
Yankees are still there, and will never go away. Rays are going to get David Price called up soon, and will most likely make a trade for a bat.
Very risky and very stupid by the Red Sox IMO.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
It's looking like 2006 all over again for the Sox
They look worn out. Even with Manny there, he’s trying to make sure they won’t pick up his option. He did the same thing around the deadline in 2006 and then shut it down midway through September.
I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg
well
they’d probably get the red sox to pay for the remainder of this year, so they’d have 2 free months of manny ramirez. then they can let him go and get the compensation picks in next year’s draft…
I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg
Great move for the Marlins if it happens
I would really rather the Marlins not make the playoffs though.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
it'd be tough.
they’d still have to outplay both new york and philadelphia.
I love to play baseball. I'm a baseball player. I've always been a baseball player. I'm still a baseball player. That's who I am. - Ryne Sandberg
If the Marlins got him and could get a one year payroll increase
They could set themselves up for another World Series this year and next year.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
Terrible move.
Why do they want to spend 20 mil. for a malcontent? Who’s to say he can duplicate his numbers in a barn like Dolphins Stadium? I’m sure Manny will make his stay in Florida just as untenable as his stay in Boston.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Would he go?
he’s got the right to nix any deal
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Good question.
Sounds like has had enough him finally.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
I meant to say...
Sounds like Boston has had enough of him finally. I still can’t believe that Boston signed him to that long, and that big of a contract.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Considering the numbers he puts up
I would sure as hell take him
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
But he'd be near South Beach
and all that it encompasses. I’m sure he’ll be happier there-albeit briefly-for the remainder of the season.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Strange.
I’d keep him, try to patch things up the next 2+ months, and get the two picks when he walks.
This is what managers are paid for…communication. Not hitting-and-running, or anything like that. Communicating with your players to get the most out of them.
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Hermida
At least the newest member of the Cub killers is going to the Bo Sox.
Devin Hester, you are ridiculous! -Jeff Joniak
we'll take him
in the series.
’’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 6:04 PM CDT up reply actions
BoSox don't make the playoff this year
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:05 PM CDT up reply actions
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 30, 2008 6:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Ummm yes
The only reason they are still in second is because of JD Drew…when was the last time he played 100 game in a season?
I think the Rays hold on and win the west..the Yanks get the wild card.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Sox just got Ortiz back...
Which, one might argue (along with his injury-related slump before he went on the DL), is the only reason that they’re only in second. I’d say there are fewer questions about the Sox moving forward than the Rays (offense is smoke and mirrors) or Yankees (pitching is suspect).
As for Drew, he’s played at least 100 games in all but one of his MLB seasons. He’s played at least 140 in each of the last two years, and 3 of the last 4.
you really think that?
I can’t imagine that they don’t at least get the wild-card…
’’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 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Smaller pictures during game thread, right?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Right?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
yes
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions
How about please?
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:12 PM CDT up reply actions
VERY WELL DONE SIR!
LOL
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
You pulled it off
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
ouch...will it grow back?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 30, 2008 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
that's pretty good!
’’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 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
My biggest concern is...
...is this theoretical game at home or away? The monster apparently has both home and away hats, and this bothers me.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
I would have thought
the Backwards C on Dempster would have been your biggest concern.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah i was at work
ill fix it tomorrow….and maybe replace those kids with king cheeseburger and his pals
reverse the Curse!
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
OT Blue Line question
Is the O’Hare segment back functioning ? I could look it up on the CTA website but
I would never trust them. I am flying in tomorrow night and IF is running and SMOOTHLY
I will take it but if not a cab. Anyone know for sure.
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
It's halfway there
Trains go during peak hours, otherwise it’s the bus.
Take the cab this time.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
THANKS
I actually get free cab rides from a business client but I prefer public transit WHEN IT WORKS.
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
It's better in all CAPS
My next sig line quote will also be from Lou Piniella, and the first word will be either "Look", or "Listen", followed by a comma.
LIGHT EM UP
Hard to type with my cat on my lap
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
For those of wondering:
Suttcliffe has the call on ESPN.
I hate being blacked out.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:16 PM CDT reply actions
there is always Pat and Ron
"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 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Good deal.
I have to DVR it cause I have to work later. But at least I get to see 2 games tomorrow!
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
"you been reading about that"
slur slur slur
I dont mind him
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
You can always come over and watch the game with 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
are you sure
Push on his head again.
’’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 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
I'd love to
I’m stuck w/ gameday. GD audio isn’t letting me log in and i don’t have CSN.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Well Gavin did offer....
you could take him up on it hhehehe
"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 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
You should call MLB now...
They usually have a 15 minute wait this time of day.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
And Id love to have ya over....
Nothing beats watching a Cubs game with some friends.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
I do't have anyway to get into the city
unfortunately.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Come on over to the office in Gary if you want.
I’ll be watching here.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions
No one "wants" to come to Gary...
"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda
Well, it is where I store my brain...
"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda
I been to Gary.
depending on where you end up, it’s… ok…
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
by drewishdrewid on Jul 30, 2008 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions
I want to go to Gary
when an airline wants to make their business work from your great little airport.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Steve Philips
On the pre-game:
“Everyone in the Cubs line-up except Zambrano(!) got a hit last night.”
I can’t watch this crap.
"I don't think anybody's paying attention to the Cubs." - Prince Fielder
Phillips = Idiot
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
My fearless predictions for tonight...
1. Sori will get at least one XBH
2. Demp will give up 2 ER in 7 IP
3. A Cubs OF will make a great catch sometime tonight
4. DeRo will reach base twice
5. The Cubs will have at least 1 PH tonight
6. The Cubs will win by whatever score preacher says…
7. (going out on a limb…) The Brewers will make at least 2 atrocious plays on defense.
8. Marmol will get the save
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Okay, now I want your frea predictions!
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
7. (going out on a limb…) The Brewers will make at least 2 atrocious plays on defense.
how ambitious of you… :P
’’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)
now if it would have been
no more than two…...
Manny is going to be Manny in South Beach now
Multiple sources have have Ramirez to the fish for three players, including outfielder Mike Stanton.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions
Hard to argue...but Theo has been right in the past.
That means they have to get a bat by noon tomorrow.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions
IF they can swing a deal for another bat they could possibly justify this deal
That being said, they traded away their best bat in the middle of a playoff race.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
If the Sox swing Bay than I think the marlins are stupid.
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't think Bay is a replacement for Manny
Also the Marlins front office should never be questioned IMO. (slight hyperbole)
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
A bit of hyperbole
but yeah. The Marlins pulling the trigger on a trade like this would be a HUGE shift in their usual direction. Maybe they see something I don’t.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions
UPDATE:
MLB.com’s Joe Frisaro is hearing about a three-way deal that would also send Jason Bay to the Red Sox.
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by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions
LOL
Theriot, Fonty, and Johnson = The Scrappy Pyramid of Victory
by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Jul 30, 2008 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Kaplan said the other guy were after is Luis Gonzalez
Devin Hester, you are ridiculous! -Jeff Joniak
as in cubs???
sorry… just threw up a little in my mouth….
and after chili fries…. yuck
Let me rephrase that...I liked this picture better:
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
LOL
“And what is the Bundy family slogan, son?”
"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda
hooters hooters yum yum
hooters hooters on a girl thats dumb
Right you are!
Excellent…
"Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." ~Master Yoda
Going to the finale Tommorow
I will be at the game tommorow. Harden is going. 3 out of 4 would be really sweet. A sweep would be awesome.
Manny's a tool.
He said he wasn’t going to play. Haven fun with the Marlins buddy.
Peter Gammons ripped Manny a new one saying he’s all about the money.
Devin Hester, you are ridiculous! -Jeff Joniak
that much has been obvious
for a long time. Must be a rough life
by chitownhawkeye on Jul 30, 2008 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions
Jeff Spellcheck interview
coming up on BBTN.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:42 PM CDT reply actions
I fear him becoming the very thing we all hate
This is the kind of guy ESPN latches onto and never lets go.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
Eh. he's our guy
if he can have an impact to justify that latching on by ESPN, I’m game.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
I'll be your guy :)
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
awwwww
"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 6:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh jeeze...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Jul 30, 2008 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
This guy is something else...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions
What?
Im sorry, if Im freaking people out or whatever, Im sorry just being friendly.
Up until recently I just kinda lurked around here. If im offending anyone Ill stop.
Sorry
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
that's ok, Billy Dee.
’’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 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't think you are offending anybody...
but you are nothing if not persistent.
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions
If nothing else
If I make people laugh or smile and that brightens up thier day, then its a good thing.
If Im pissing people off…. Then I will certainly stop.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
As I said, you're not offending anybody,
and if HBCG is fine with it, well then… what does it matter what anyone else thinks?
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
You're fine w/ me
:-) I think you’re nice.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Well thank you
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Could someone please explain the Rodriquez-Farnsworth trade to me?
I understand the Yankees trading for Pudge with Posada injured.
I don’t understand the Yankees trading Farnsworth, as he has been a key cog in their bullpen.
I don’t understand why the Tigers would want Farnsworth. If they think they are in the race, they need Pudge. If they aren’t in the race, they don’t need Farnsworth.
Could they possibly flip Farnsworth for prospects?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
thank you
I’m trying to figure out if the Tigers are throwing it in too
by chitownhawkeye on Jul 30, 2008 6:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Seems like the Tigers are giving up?
Then again they where platooning Inge and I-Rod behind the plate.
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .284 17 HR 46 RBI
Because Farnsworth will suck soon
and Cashman wants to dump him while he can. Inge is despite his numbers a good replacement but
why the TIgers trust Kyle is beyond me. This an the Pirates trade. Cashman is a genius.
"I am not ashamed to say I love Greg Maddux" - Jim Hendry
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 30, 2008 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions
No, Cashman has money...
How much of a genius does it take to get Marte & Nady?
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Jul 30, 2008 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions
+1
But I would’ve got McClouth. That kid is good.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
McClouth is cheap and contained...
that’s why he wasn’t for sale. Nady and Marte weren’t going to be around next year in Pittsburgh.
Braves up 1-0 after 2
"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.
Ya, his arm slot seems to be a lot lower than it used to be
"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 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Is that good or bad?
n/t
"Your eyes can decieve you. Don't trust them." Obi-Wan Kenobi, the first sabermetrician...
by Curtain Jerker on Jul 30, 2008 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:46 PM CDT up reply actions
When is first-pitch thread
Clever signature line
by CHCOWNTHECENTRAL on Jul 30, 2008 6:46 PM CDT reply actions
For anyone that was at the OTHER BCB last night...
...their admin had a few nice words to say about us going over there:
And here’s a selection of what he said:
If you want to have a chat about the game or the season or whatever with a Cubs fan visitor, be my guest. If you’re a visitor, and you’re civil, I hope that we treat you more or less like everybody else—plenty of sarcasm without too much vitriol. (Yeah, we aren’t all that nice to each other sometimes, either.)
Frankly, I was more disappointed by how some regulars acted in the thread last night than anything else. Let’s all be mature adults here, even if some of us aren’t adults, and some of us don’t have much practice.
I for one am glad to hear from him that we are welcomed over there…I had a bitter taste in my mouth after going over there last night, and even said that if and when we lose to the Brewers next, I’ll still go over there for discussion.
Dan
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Out of curiosity
what were you doing over there? Were you just conducting a sociological/anthropological study, or were you giving them junk?
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
I usually go to opponents' sites before big series...
...and a good portion of this BCB’s regulars, do, too. It’s a good source for info on pitchers, injuries, etc. I think the purpose of the new SBN 2.0 is to connect the blogs, not isolate them. I wasn’t trolling in the least, you can go read last night’s game thread over there; they were just a bit pissy about losing. No biggie.
Dan
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
Anybody know how to link to specific comments? Not just pages?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
yeah
click the date thats the permalink to the comment
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Good god you're a genius young lady, thank you very little
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
lol
no. i just have too much time on my hands.
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Has anybody posted the lineups?
I haven’t seen them—and this thread is extremely long and slow, so I might of missed it.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
I guess so.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
Sorry
I meant to put this here a minute ago:
Sori, Riot, Lee, Rami, Johnson, DeRo, Dome, Blanco, Demps
Durham, Hardy, Braun, Fielder, Hart, Hall, Cameron, Kendall, Parra
Durham completely hammers Dempster. .625
I think it’s just his face. - dat cubfan daver
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Jul 30, 2008 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions
ESPN Graphic just showed
“Cubs look to sweep Brewers, Next on ESPN”
We still have one more game after this one.
Love the alphabet channel. They have captions though, CSN doesn’t so its ESPN for me tonight.
CHICAGO CUBS BASEBALL IS ON THE AIR!!!!
’’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)
Should I go to the bar and watch so I can see Erin Andrews (and the game, duh)
Or stay at home and listen on WGN? I cannot decide.
Dan
PS – Don’t have cable
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
GAME THREAD!
’’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)
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