I can just see Dempster telling new owner Cuban that he needs to take off Aug- Oct because he
has been selected to be on DANCING WITH THE STARS

days off blow

they have funded us better than most teams in the bigs and without their commitment of resources, we wouldn’t have the team we have today

No way will Hendry let him go unless the Yankees make some insane offer. Remember this is the first year he has started in a while, and never with this success.

than Dempster? I can’t remember such a huge, huge jokester like Ryan Dempster. I love his personality and wit and want him back on this team for years to come.

is the innings jump. i know dempster has been solid this year, but i worry about a breakdown possibly next year after moving back into the rotation.

never the less, i’d resign him. having 4 reliable starters in this day is a huge advantage for the cubs.

Wainwright did a good job for them two years ago. This helps the Cardinal pitching staff.

Which, we hope, will be overextended by a long extra-inning game today!

this combined with Favre in Queens will make the earth shake and eliminate all national coverage of the Cubs season.

But guess it helps the value if they can deliver a City approved plan as part of the sale.

I could see a new owner, especially Cuban, trying to set something up like the owners in Boston did. It would essentially close the streets directly around the park to ticketed patrons only, and allow vendors (team-controlled) to set up shops, whether they be for souvenirs, hot dogs or beer.

Honestly, it made the scene around Fenway much nicer, but I’m not sure that Wrigley needs it.

like me. You can insert your insult like mad libs if desired.

.500 ball the rest of the way is better than 92 games.

I have amazing seats for tomorrow.

Stevie said he was driving his RV through Valdosta, GA (Titletown, how fitting) during the call. As far as his future goes, he’s still waiting on a call back from Hendry to let him know the details of any potential trade/ML assignments. Actually was very complimentary of how JH handled the whole situation. Said JH is a class act, a “fair man,” and very professional about everything. He let him know what was going to happen before anyone else knew (something that can’t be said for other GM’s) and was very appreciative of the fact. He said anywhere he gets to pitch is going to be fun, and if it’s a playoff contending team, it’ll be a bonus. After what he just went through, he says he just wants to pitch. Regarding Lou, Scotty doesn’t know really why he remained in his doghouse for so long, other than Lou goes w/ the hot “hand” (hmm don’t know about that one Scotty) and that he has no hard feelings or ill will about it. When asked whether he had ever approached Lou about being in his so-called doghouse, he said that some of the guys actually suggested he go talk to him, but that it’s not the type of person he is, showing up teammates or demanding playing time. As for lasting memories, he referenced the comradery of the bullpen, saying that they may be closer than most of the team b/c they sit together every game. And he’s most proud of “Cottsy” and the resurgent year he’s having. And last but not least, he mentioned the FANS, specifically the night Elvis was in the building (Mon Night’s Thunderstormageddon), saying that even after a 3 hour rain delay, most of the fans remained to cheer on their team. (If it was him out there, he said he would’ve left after the first sight of lightning). And Twas a special moment when everyone in the building was on their feet ecstatic and screaming right before Gaudin struck out the first batter after the delay. Finally, he said Cubs fans are “as passionate as they get.” Andddd that’s all I can remember.

sounded a lot worse. Too bad for Sean. Thorough BCB dissection from yesterday and today can be found here.

It may be that he is back pitching in a few weeks. But if I am the Oakland A’s I am a lot more concerned with the causation for the inflammation. If I were them I would shut Gallagher down for the season and send him off to Dr. Andrews in Birmingham as precaution. The A’s aren’t going to make the playoffs so no sense trying to get Gallagher to pitch again this season.

It seems like the stock answer to anything the Cubs want is NO!, but there always seems to be some private negotiation later with the city getting something in return. The city benefits much more from this relationship than they are willing to admit. I would think that Daley would be a little more accomodating, but I guess he feels that he is in a position of strength.

Mayor Daley needs to stop being an obstructionist on everything that concerns Wrigley too.

Are you surprised? He only says yes to Sox-related items, dirty money, and gun regulation.

probably more valuable for his glove than his bat. Ever since his wrist injury, he doesn’t seem to be able to drive the ball to right field like he used to. He has hit a ton of weak fly balls to right this year and that is not a good sign. Texiera would probably hit a ton in Wrigley, but he is going to cost you an arm and two legs. You have to be able to get value in return for D-Lee if you pull this off and I’m not sure you can.

I like the idea of moving Kosuke to CF if he is willing and picking up a left-handed thumper to play right field. Dunn has the bat, but he is a butcher in the firld and won’t work out in right field.

For right field? Are they nuts? Dunn’s a bad LEFT fielder. I can only imagine how bad he’d be in RF.

Dunn’s likely headed to the AL to DH after this year.

sharp brain, not a soft heart.

good to know im not the only one on BCB paying attention to that game. :)

suggestions. I think you may be able to get more for Pie than you think. A lot of Cub fans have given up on him, but some people think than given the right situation and coahing, he might just fulfill his potential.