First Pitch Thread: Cubs vs. Astros, Wednesday 8/6, 1:20 CT
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As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:15 PM CDT reply actions
you win.
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Aug 6, 2008 1:15 PM CDT up reply actions
he sits
on the main page and obsessively hits “refresh”.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions
wow.
nice.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Finally..........
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Aug 6, 2008 1:16 PM CDT reply actions
Does Wayne Messmer
get compensation for singing the National Anthem? They’re going to set his feet into the concrete one of these days.
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
Que: Van Halen's "Jump" Intro
CHICAGO CUBS BASEBALL IS ON THE AIR!!!!
Hello everyone!
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
MANUEL!
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Cue, que, q, qeue, hit, play, start, go, whatever
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
Holy F-
Les Walrond got called up by the Phillies? This makes me feel much better about the Cubs bullpen.
by Canseco's Roid Party on Aug 6, 2008 1:19 PM CDT reply actions
Les Walrond
The name still sends shivers down my spine….
OK, I made it
and I’m just hoping that I’m not jinxing DeRo by coming today…
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
it's going to be EXCELLENT
dood…
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Carlos Lee should not get a single pitch in the strike zone with runer on base.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:22 PM CDT reply actions
no takers on my over/unders
c lee 1.5 rbi
berkman 2.5
i don't know how to feel about the brewers
Don’t get me wrong, I want the cubs to beat them everytime and go into the playoffs easily, but I kinda think of milwaukee as a little brother. I want them to make the playoffs to, as a wildcard of course. what do you guys think? brewers are beating the reds 4-3 in the 6th.
i hate them
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Aug 6, 2008 1:23 PM CDT up reply actions
i don't hate them, just don't think much about them except when they are playing
the cubbies and then I want them to LOSE…
GoCubsGo
I think you might want to consider taking back that comment
Whats next “I see the Cardinals as a little sister?”
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
The Diamondback are your friends hot mom?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:24 PM CDT up reply actions
the mets
are the cheap crack whore down in the alley.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:26 PM CDT up reply actions
And the Yankees are...
...your wealthy grandfather on the East Coast who barely recognizes your existence.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
i hate the cardinals
i’d rather see the brewers than the cards. It’s just the brewers never have any success whatever….you kinda feel for them. well at least i do
No
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
never have any success?
have they won a WS in the past 100 years? Yes? Ok, then.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Who hasn't?
(disclaimer: I haven’t watched ESPN in 2 weeks)
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
Wait, you root for a team that hasn't won in 100 years
yet you feel sorry for the Brewers? At least they dont’ have to listen to all that Billy Goat/Bartman/Black Cat/Leon Durham BS that we have to put up with . . .
i dislike the brewers almost as much as the white sox.
It’s heresy, but I think I like the Cardinals more than the Brewers.
Cubs win.
that’s the only stat that matters. Brewers and Cardinals can go suck 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 Aug 6, 2008 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions
You know...in most leagues...
when a batter runs out of the batters box DURING A PITCH….the umpire calls it a strike. No matter where the pitch is.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:23 PM CDT reply actions
one two three!
Marquis remarkably… efficient.
’’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)
8 more innings JUST LIKE THAT!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:24 PM CDT up reply actions
TWSS
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions
yes
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions
Good start, Marquis!
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
great inning by marquis
always loved that guy as a starter
heh
wow a no hitter through one for Marquis.. I'm shocked
Fat , drunk , and ,stupid is now way to go through life son.
I don't recall Jason choosing the blue jerseys before.
New jerseys, better luck?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
I don't recall Jason choosing the blue jerseys before.
New jerseys, better luck?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
1 2 3
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:25 PM CDT reply actions
Ok so Marquis just needs to do that every inning and every game for the rest of the season
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
Maybe we're going to be treated to the "good" Marquis today.
Can I say that without jinxing it? :)
Backe is looking Marquis-ish here.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:28 PM CDT reply actions
terrible
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
Come on, Cubs
Backe gets 2 outs with 5 pitches. Yeesh.
Brewers break it open
6-3 Still batting top 6
"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
seems to me...
Brewers lost 2 out of 3 to the Reds the last time they played in Milwaukee. Stranger things have happened.
The outside corner...
is getting called today it seems.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:30 PM CDT reply actions
Backe is being remarkably
efficient.
’’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)
Is bump floating around here today?
"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
who me?
yeah, i’m lurking and eating my lunch…
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Did Brenly make a "spygate" reference
I think so
lol
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
Why aren't we stealing the signs today?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:32 PM CDT reply actions
Blowing In
East at 6 mph
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
That sounds about right . . .
As much as we all bitch about Howry, he’s still probably better then the pile of crap Milwaukee and St. Louis run out on a day to day basis
the day before tomorrow and the day after yesterday.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions
Marquis
challenges Carlos Lee right away.
1-1
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
Jason's 2 seamer is moving nicely today.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:33 PM CDT reply actions
TWSS
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions
judges?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions
cmon...
it’s sort of a Clockwork Orange kind of thing…
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions
with the bowler hat
and everything
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions
where am I?
’’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)
OMG...
Marquis got Carlos Lee to look at a strike.
and he just
swung at one, too!
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions
as long as he misses...
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions
He's a contact pitcher, not a swing and
miss guy. That’s why he should be around the plate more. As Brenly says, “If you are going to pitch to contact, don’t screw around, throw strikes.”
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions
the deal he made with satan is working out...
for now.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions
the '4-4' is a bonus
he didn’t want prince to swallow him whole for being lousy
Lee
grounds out to third. Four outs in a row.
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
"Poor Location"
and Bob Howry in the same sentence who’d a thought
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
The slider is not going to be effective for Marquis today...
hope he sticks with the fastall and sinker.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:35 PM CDT reply actions
His fastball...
..and sinker are really the same pitch (2 seamer). When he throws too many 4 seamers, the ball usually ends up with an asphalt mark on it.
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
debateable...
he did with the Padres for a bit…
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:36 PM CDT up reply actions
in cecil cooper's bizarro world he can
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
Ramirez playing with fire there.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:37 PM CDT reply actions
let's see if Aramis returns the favor.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Soriano
misses a fly from Wigginton. “Screaming line drive”
’’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)
It was roped right at him...
those are difficult to judge off the bat…it’s 50/50 weather a below average OF’er makes those plays.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions
I didn't see it
but Pat & Ron said he misjudged it, leaped for it, and didn’t catch 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 Aug 6, 2008 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions
cancel the post game show
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
Like Pat Hughes just said
Ramirez footwork has got alot better
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:38 PM CDT reply actions
did he hit the trash can?
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
David Wright STOLE Ramirez's Gold Glove last year
Let’s hope he wins it this year . . . He’s been awesome
Soriano once again blowing bunghole
and misjudging the ball
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:39 PM CDT reply actions
in the field
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:39 PM CDT up reply actions
Yep... his daily butcher job
and then lazy jog to the ball
I'm not going to even bother trying to update this sig everyday anymore... that's what the standings column on ESPN is for.
Updated on May 25, 2008
Take it easy fellas...
frozen ropes right at you are not routine plays….he committed the cardinal sin of the outfield…his first step was in.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions
yea thats easy to say for a good outfielder
but for soriano it is normal to misplay a ball
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions
oh, cmon, it's not.
He’s made several good running catches. He’s not Reed Johnson or Jimmy Ballgame, but he’s competent.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:43 PM CDT up reply actions
and it resulted in?
Jeeze…the guy isn’t going to make EVERY PLAY! Accept this and enjoy his production at the plate. I more than makes up for his lack of OF “adriotness”.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions
I've misplayed the same ball...
But, then again… I’m not playing outfield in the Major Leagues.
It’s the lazy-a55 jog to the wall to retrieve the ball that constantly pisses me off about Soriano
I'm not going to even bother trying to update this sig everyday anymore... that's what the standings column on ESPN is for.
Updated on May 25, 2008
because TY WIGGINTON is going to make it to third if he doesn't run harder?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:44 PM CDT up reply actions
It's the horrible habit of it that pisses me off: no hustle what-so-ever in the field.
Run to the damn ball… anything can happen.
I'm not going to even bother trying to update this sig everyday anymore... that's what the standings column on ESPN is for.
Updated on May 25, 2008
he's playing
the way he thinks he should. When he needs to run fast, he does.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:53 PM CDT up reply actions
For?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:40 PM CDT up reply actions
a massive picture of Fred McGriff
by Canseco's Roid Party on Aug 6, 2008 1:41 PM CDT up reply actions
that's BlueMike's job.
of course, he has returned. But we’re not losing, so you won’t see him in the 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)
by drewishdrewid on Aug 6, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions
a bus?
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .297 20 HR 52 RBI
Let's be more patient this inning.
Shall we?
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Aug 6, 2008 1:41 PM CDT reply actions
There is no way Backe throws so many strikes two innings in a row
Im thinking we get a walk or two this inning
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
The Usual Suspects!
Haven’t seen Bump so here goes….
"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
hiyo!
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions
I not saying if I'm here or not.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:42 PM CDT up reply actions
present.
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
I'm lurking
while working
"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."
here
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 1:43 PM CDT up reply actions
What's happenin'.
"I love when they play that Go Cubs Win song."
Here!
Coming at you from Bloomington, IN Herman B. Wells library at Indiana University!
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:43 PM CDT up reply actions
my rolls are here
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
Shiver....
"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
haha I miss that commercial
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions
here here here
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Aug 6, 2008 1:49 PM CDT up reply actions
tardy but here...
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Does "in and out" count?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
TWSS
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Hey -- I told you not to worry about DeRo!
by Shanghai Badger on Aug 6, 2008 2:00 PM CDT up reply actions
You were most definitely correct!
And when DeRo gets hot, you need asbsetos gloves to shake his hand.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
nice play by Marquis
’’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)
Unluckiest hitter in the game. He hits nothing but ropes. Not!
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 1:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Caught an at bat last night...
He struck out.
On a high, away fastball.
Just like old times.
Ha, I saw that, too.
Corey did make a nice defensive play last night, though. Running catch up against the centerfield wall.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
Backe
throwing some not-strikes now…
’’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)
Pence caught a ball!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:45 PM CDT reply actions
Hey y'all
Just got back to NC after 6 glorious days in Chicago including 3 Cubs games: Thurs in Milwaukee, Sunday and Monday where we were sandwiched in the concourse with 40,000 folks trying to stay dry and alive. It’s nice to watch this one from my couch.
Edmonds
DOUBLES
’’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)
Jedmonds heating up at the BEST TIME OF THE YEAR!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:46 PM CDT reply actions
Jimmy Ballgame. Jumping on the first pitch!
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 1:47 PM CDT reply actions
D-RO, D-RO, D-RO
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
There we go Cubbies
"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
See, DeRoMyHeRo!
everything’s fine.
’’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)
Good! Glad to know I didn't jinx him by hanging out at BCB today.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Damn it feels good to be a gangster!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:48 PM CDT reply actions
Feedin’ the poor and hepin out wit they bills/Although I was born in Jamaica/Now Im in the US makin’ deals
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Double em up baby!
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 1:48 PM CDT reply actions
When you're trying to make money for the rent....
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Fukudome, join us, won't you?
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
Much better
i figured we’d be lighting Backe up!
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch.
~Ty Cobb
Thanks blue...for calling the boat-oar pitch a strike.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:49 PM CDT reply actions
clever... I see whatcha did there...
Jimmyeatworld
by Jimmyeatworld on Aug 6, 2008 1:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Bob wondering if Kosuke's worn out
because he has to talk to the reporters every day.
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
You dont' hit with your mouth.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Didn't Steve Phillips blame him having to order dinner in english?
That angle needs to go away
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
damnit pencil
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:51 PM CDT reply actions
Want to see a magic trick?
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
Got a feeling Geo's gonna have a big day
Fat , drunk , and ,stupid is now way to go through life son.
prince thrown out at home
on a fly to the outfield
Backe is living on the outside corner...
sit on one and rip it already!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:53 PM CDT reply actions
Marquis still owes us a homer for that start against the Marlins
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
RIckie Weeks: 4-4, 2 RBI
Stock up on canned goods.
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
Marquis can help himself here...
and at least we flip the lineup over for the next inning…well done Geo!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:54 PM CDT reply actions
Did Soto 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)
Yes.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 1:55 PM CDT up reply actions
thanks, River.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:56 PM CDT up reply actions
no?
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Just wanted to be different :)
"Thank god I threw out my belt & shoelaces."-Bernies Mustache Wax on Evil BCB, 7/31/08
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 1:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Marquis fouls out
to Berkman.
’’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)
damn, I'm not at the game
and I have some in this bottle 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 Aug 6, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Derosa has been playing well
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 1:56 PM CDT reply actions
Backe is living in the junkyard. Does he have a fastball today?
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 1:57 PM CDT reply actions
Backe has 36 pitches after two innings. Looks like we may see their bullpen in the 6th
or maybe before
Dome!
keep the glove, who cares about the bat?!?
’’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)
whew...
nice catch!
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Watch out. This guy can hit.
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Aug 6, 2008 2:00 PM CDT reply actions
cmon
it’s the PITCHER! Strike him out!
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
Rami's
getting quite the workout today.
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
I was just about to say that
Trying to get his gold glove today
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
what the hell are they TALKING about???
’’If somebody had told me we were going to lose Soriano for eight weeks, lose [Carlos] Zambrano and Kerry Wood for a couple of weeks apiece, and then at the same time lose [Reed] Johnson, and then when we played the American League not have a DH [then-injured Daryle Ward], and be in first place by two games, I’d tell you we were pretty fortunate.’’ Lou Piniella (7/23/08)
grd
’’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)
Battling the sun & wind - Ed just can't get to that one & put it away...
Oh well – Marquis is gonna get out of this.
Jimmyeatworld
ground rule double at Wrigley
That does not happen often
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 2:04 PM CDT reply actions
I assume that got stuck in the ivy
No way it went over the fence
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
boing
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 2:05 PM CDT up reply actions
11 1/2 foot high fence
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 2:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Why no sunglasses?
"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.
never understood that.
makes no sense to me that they wear sunglasses where they can’t get at 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 Aug 6, 2008 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions
fashion statement?
Brian McRae's 5 O'Clock Shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Aug 6, 2008 2:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Well, obviously, they should be on in the first place with the sun out
"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.
don't do him much good sitting on his cap...
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Is anyone else having trouble with MLB.TV?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
i'm having trouble with sportsline
keeps saying the brewers are ahead
Hunter Pence looks
entirely too happy in his Gamecast photo….
walked 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)
Uh oh
"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.
Lets go baby, one out all we need!
"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
winning 1-0
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 2:08 PM CDT up reply actions
FINISH 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)
C'mon Lightning!!
"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
Marquis looks to have some good movement today, but is getting the ball a little too up
"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.
dammit
’’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)
Well that was inevitable, just gotta get lee now
"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.
Yeah. Good word. It was inevitable. Berkman is a good hitter, and we all know about Marquis.
Cub killer CLee is up, though.
For crying out loud! It's the 3rd inning and we have 2 outs and the top of the order up...
calm down.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions
For the love of Pete Marquis...
Just get the last out of the half inning & only allow one run!
Jimmyeatworld
that did not surprise me one bit
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 2:10 PM CDT reply actions
Not dumb, just not good command...
I am quite confident that that is not where he wanted that pitch.
MARQUIS SUCKS!
Current temperature in hell: 45 degrees F - and falling!
fastball
right down the middle of the plate. Ron Santo is… upset.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions
Lee
home run.
So much for Marquis being on today.
4-1 Astros
’’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)
omg
marquis
from the mouth of Uecker:
"Am I the only one who’s glad it’s only a 4-game series? If was a 9-game series, I think the Cubs would win them all."
Wow 2 outs no one on to 4 quick runs, way to go marquis
"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.
they could have walked him...
even with first base occupied. I walk him.
do they listen? Nooooo!
Santo -
How do you throw a fastball right down the middle with an 0-2 count?
Good question.
Current temperature in hell: 45 degrees F - and falling!
We've never overcome a Carlos Lee HR and won a game have we?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 6, 2008 2:12 PM CDT reply actions
i believe we have before..
i think the last one was recently right?? lol we’ve got plenty of time
"Go Cubs Go"
Goodness...
Why oh why put one that close to a hitter like Lee with an 0-2 count? WHY?
Jimmyeatworld
Well the offense is gonna have to bail him out
Marquis needs to stop getting scared when runners get on base.
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
marquis
is scared when runners arent on base
from the mouth of Uecker:
"Am I the only one who’s glad it’s only a 4-game series? If was a 9-game series, I think the Cubs would win them all."
he's our 5th starter
its ok to give up a up to 5 runs a game so says alot of posters on this board. dfa his sry tail!! he sux
from the mouth of Uecker:
"Am I the only one who’s glad it’s only a 4-game series? If was a 9-game series, I think the Cubs would win them all."
i'm flustered
n/t sry
from the mouth of Uecker:
"Am I the only one who’s glad it’s only a 4-game series? If was a 9-game series, I think the Cubs would win them all."
Marquis is the real cub killer
Outside of two unintelligent pitchers like marquis and howry servingn up fastballs to him, he hasn’t done much this series outside of those 2 homeruns
"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.
He could have atleast thrown the ball away from Lee for a couple pitches
“How do you throw a fastball down the middle of the plate on an 0-2 pitch” – The words of the great Ron Santo
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 2:13 PM CDT reply actions
Marquis doing his best Howry impression
That being said, I’m not worried. It’s still early.
Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.
I agree. We can beat Backe
Assuming Marquis quits messing up pitches….
it's not beating Backe that I'm worried about.
It’s beating ourselves.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Im not worried about beating ourselves
The Cubs have proven themselves enough to say that that is not to be to big of a concern
“A day like today 3 runs arent going to beat us… I hope not” – Santo about 2 seconds ago
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh, now we get the grounder for the third out...
after the barn door was left open…
there are some cows
still out there.
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions
You just saw...
...why the best pitching coach in baseball gave up on this guy.
0-2 pitch, and he gives him a fastball down Broadway.
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel
Bury a gosh darn breaking ball in the dirt
its not that hard
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
somem posters
arounf here will make excuses for his sry tail. #5 pitcher or w/e he does this almost every start.
from the mouth of Uecker:
"Am I the only one who’s glad it’s only a 4-game series? If was a 9-game series, I think the Cubs would win them all."
There was no excuse for that pitch
Still a better 5 starter than most teams have
Missouri Tigers 2008 Cotton Bowl Champs
We can score runs in bunches
No reason to panic. Ballgame is young
"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
ledge jumper????
never but this is almost 2 years of this crap. enough is enough we have marshall,gaudin,and lieber to start (when he comesoff the dl)
from the mouth of Uecker:
"Am I the only one who’s glad it’s only a 4-game series? If was a 9-game series, I think the Cubs would win them all."
Wow, CLee lays down the pwnage.
And there goes any hope Marquis had for qualifying for a quality start.
Nanika Ga Okoru!
We need to just go with 4 starters
with all the days off coming up . . . then give Marshall a shot at starting
Can Marquis get on same bus Howry is leaving on?
Lee must think its Christmas in August with all the fat 2-strike pitches he’s seen this series. I don’t care if you are ace or 5th starter, to miss your spot and throw that pitch 0-2 is a disgrace. Soto wanted the pitch high, he should have known that was too risky. Brewers looking like they will pick up valuable game.
Normally I agree . . .
Cubs fans in general seem to overreact . . . However, Marquis has been bad for a long time now. It’s justified to be calling for his head now . . .
"How can we find a way to place this guy on the DL"
"This balls got a chaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaannce, GONE!" - Pat Hughes
by SouthsideCUBSfan on Aug 6, 2008 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions
That inning could have been a lot better if edmonds would just wear the sunglasses
instead of leaving them on his hat
"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.
DFA Marquis
I have seen this movie – I know how it ends
Relax, all right? Don't try to strike everybody out. Strikeouts are boring! Besides that, they're fascist. Throw some ground balls - it's more democratic. Crash Davis
I know this music
let’s… change… the beat!
’’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 Aug 6, 2008 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions
I wouldn't DFA . . .
I would use 4 starters, taking advantage of the days off over the next few weeks. Use Marshall if you have to until Rosters expand . . . then leave his ass off the playoff roster
Sometimes...
I think it’s so much worse (yesterday and today) because we know Lee is a Cub killer. We’ve known that for years now. So I keep wondering… if you have all this historical data… why keep pitching him like that? Why?
Fool me once, shame on you
fool me twice, shame on you
Fool me 8 times, shame on you?
The change, it had to come...
We knew it all along..
"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun
Riot singles
to right.
’’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)
I'm tired of watching that curveball on gameday
Our hitters should be able to hit it out
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