Overflow Thread 1: Cubs vs. Cardinals, Saturday 8/9, 2:55 CT
by Al Yellon on Aug 9, 2008 3:45 PM CDT
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As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 3:53 PM CDT reply actions
I don't like it.
I love it.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Edwards says "I'm not first!"
“That’s not mine.”
"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."
my kingdom
For the commies ass to be kicked tomorrow in hoops, and the cubs victory today!
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
*remembers the 1972 jobbing
the US got from the USSR in hoops
by spoiledcubbage on Aug 9, 2008 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions
basketball is the ONLY sport I don't want us to get a medal in.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions
SWL
Do you happen to know whether or not the Greys will be in town on Monday?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Or the Spiders?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
Haven't heard...ask Galvan
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 3:59 PM CDT up reply actions
but he could have started
with a single, ya know?
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions
And of course I have Glaus benched on my fantasy team
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
TWSS
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:00 PM CDT up reply actions
TWSS
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions
For whom?
Marshall?
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
I validate your feelings
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Pls no.
I can’t handle the effen vultures today.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
the trolling hacks that frequent this
fair site when we face mounting odds. I don’t mind most of our bullpen.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
I get so
anxious in a game. I crush the ball in softball batting cages, but when it comes to one of my actual games I suck.
I play three times a week and have two hits in the entire season. One RBI. :(
OUCH
I used to play on a traveling team, we played all over, dallas, vegas, tulsa…....its was nuts our games were like 55-50, its got really stupid
Let go cubs
I was about to say
...little league game
by spoiledcubbage on Aug 9, 2008 4:01 PM CDT up reply actions
anyone doing PBP today?
Some of us on the WEST COAST are not worthy enough to for Fox to let us watch.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:01 PM CDT reply actions
I'm not a whining little girl when we're losing....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:02 PM CDT up reply actions
So? Did you want to make out or something?
Just ignore the idiots who pee their pants every time something bad happens.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Optimistic Note: Welly has 55 pitches after 3 innings--probably won't last past 6.
Cards need to show us their bullpen.
is it my feed in KC
or is anyone else getting a echo, it sounds like they are in a tunnel
Let go cubs
nobody is....Fox is the only outlet you can watch it on.
China and Fox have something is common.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions
How? Praytell.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Ahhhhhhhh....
Hey, it's a new century!
by cowsarecool220 on Aug 9, 2008 4:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Took ya long enough, bloody mate!
Should I pour you a warm pint, offer you a fag?
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
Easily, in fact....
I go to the mediacenter, click the game, and boom it shows up!
(I guess I should mention there are no blackouts for those in England/Overseas outside of USA or Japan)
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
Perfect...the national pastime is only blacked out in the nation whose pastime it is.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Thank = Choke
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions
How? Isn't it a national blackout?
Hey, it's a new century!
by cowsarecool220 on Aug 9, 2008 4:06 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes, national.
Not international
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.
Ha
It’s not an echo…they really did hit three homeruns.
"Oh, I get a little tired now and then, but knowing my lifestyle, that's only natural." -- Harry Caray
whatever you've been throwing schu
throw sumfin else
I'm mad that I fear Skip Schumaker!
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
There are some storms popping up
depending on how this goes next inning, should we start doing rain dances?
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Nah, let's score some runs and beat them
the old fashioned way.
"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."
you're right
that’s not an effective way to handle Z.
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Went over to visit vivaelbirdos just now....
One of them was hoping that this game will prevent Z from getting the Cy Young, and they’re all licking their chops waiting for Edmonds to get beaned.
They are way bitter.
Ridiculous.
These are the saddest of possible words: "Tinker to Evers to Chance"
Does anyone else...
Think it’s funny that Fox uses video of Fuk’s April homerun to promote October? I mean if you don’t pay attention that much it would look like October in Chicago…
the black cat part... I think little over the top
"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 Aug 9, 2008 4:09 PM CDT up reply actions
regarding the buckner play....
why does nobody mention that
a. mookie wilson would have beaten out the single anyway.
and b. where was bob stanley, the pitcher, who should have been covering first?
well, i mention it.
Time to light this ex-Cub hack up....
like a pinball machine!
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
Some runs here
would sure help Z get out of this funk
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
OT: NYY & LAA tied at 0 thru 5
Humor me.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:09 PM CDT up reply actions
What I just said.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions
then he will be traded to the Dodgers (before 7/31) where
he will finish his career on the DL.
(As Pie finally proves his worth next season and we can send him to another team.)
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
He's outpitching Z today.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:13 PM CDT up reply actions
the best pitcher in baseball.
clearly it is between Wellemeyer and CC for the Cy Young.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
There's mounting evidence
He’s a decent big league pitcher.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Not being Negative
But: Anybody recall Brian Moehler, the Astros’ Cub killer from earlier this week.
Thx for bringing up
that reoccurring nightmare. Point taken.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Okay Cubs
“Turn this ship around!” 
"Why does that man drop his club before he runs? I would bring it with me." ~Stewie Griffin
I demand this in superman form
As that’s what I just watched…
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
Not Star Wars related....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions
You should get that to DeRo I think they would like that in the clubhouse
Fontenot may be the least likely looking home run hitter. He packs a big punch with his 5-foot-8 physique. Where's the power come from?
"I don't know," Fontenot said. "I've always had decent power my whole life. I guess it's bat speed. Timing a little bit. My grown-man strength."
Acceptable
But as I’m male, not perfect. Females might disagree
There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!
it took us awhile to get to
schmit from the spiders, as well
true
Schmit’s spitball was devastating for six innings.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Kosuke
is seriously starting to scare the hell out of me.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
They have figured him out
and He is pulling off pitches and his bat is slow
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Aug 9, 2008 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions
give him time
he’s had to make a huge number of adjustments—not just athletically, but culturally and in his private life.
part of the issue
is he is 31, he shoud know how to make these adjustments, he is not some 22 year old first timer. i really hope he snaps out of it, he is a big part of this team to not contribute on a regular basis
Let go cubs
Every player goes through slumps and streaks.
People just tend to overreact to certain player’s slumps.
the one issue is how
some say he is tired by playing more games….....how is that going to change at his age….we need him for more than 120-130 games….....maybe he should take about 4 or 5 days off
Let go cubs
Ugh.
It really bugs me how baseball people – fans, announcers, even players – treat every slump or streak like cavemen inventing gods to explain the sun rising every day. Not everything needs to be explained.
This "slump" has been going on for
over 120 AB’s. That’s longer than your normal slump.
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So you don't think it's anything to worry about?
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he'll adjust
he’s still the best RF in the game.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions
The best right fielder in the game?
Defensively, right?
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yes
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions
he is very good
but did you see the arm that guy has from the Reds, that dude can flat our throw
Let go cubs
i dont know about that
your right field needs to have a good arm to keep people from going 1st to 3rd all day
Let go cubs
Yes, but when you look at players who are everyday right fielders...
...the difference between the best and worst arms are something like 10 runs a season. The gap between the best and worst right fielders is more like 30 runs.
really
sun, ball is slicing away from you, longest thorw (1st to 3rd), center has the most distance, but if the ball gets by you in RF is all over
Let go cubs
Center field is the toughest position in the outfield.
This is why right fielders hit better than center fielders – because you can put some dumb lug in RF so long as he has an arm. This is why Ward will occasionally play right, but never, ever, EVER center field.
thats speed
plus your less likely to get balls in right field as most guys bat right handed and pull the ball.
I am talking about the legistics of playing it not the stats of playing it
Let go cubs
Right, except you're overlooking...
...”getting to the baseball,” which is the most important element of defense. It’s easy to play any outfield position if you just let the ball drop in front/behind/to your left and right all the time.
well
you make good points. we can just agreee to disagree on that one. RF does see a much less action that other do, thats why teams try to “hide” good hitters out there.
Let go cubs
The question is always the same...
Who is available who would be better? Left fielders don’t grow on trees.
I don't think it's worth worrying over as much as everyone is.
Since Dome has never played a full season in the majors before, people don’t have a known-good prior to compare him to. When Ramirez hits a slump… well, some people give a shit, but most people realize that he’ll turn it around.
With Dome, people don’t have that safety blanket, so they tend to react more.
I hope your right
I would have thought with his experience that he would be able to make the adjustments a lot quicker, but everyone is different
Let go cubs
It's not necessarily about adjustments.
Sometimes you go out there and do all the right things, and the wrong results happen. It’s what happens when you’re not hitting off a tee, you’re hitting live pitching with live fielders out there. You have to keep perspective on it.
i think he needs to watch
how edmonds stays in the box….he just seems to be moving too much….maybe thats how he hits but that movement is going to be tough to make adjustments with
Let go cubs
He needs to visit the bench till he starts to hit
This isn’t some fantasy camp that Lou’s running here.
If The Lead Evaporates Down To 1 Gm
then maybe it would be good for a couple days off.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
in right?
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Interesting Point
Think the Cubs will pick up another OF off waivers?
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
who?
we traded EPatt and Gingerhead Boy.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions
far as I know, the only reasonable outfielder in AAA
is Pie.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions
well, suddenly
we’re agreeing. I think. :P
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions
Who Is On First!
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Quick, which hitter is...
...Fukudome and which is Reed Johnson?
.299/.363/.444
.273/.374/.405
Yeah, if we tank our CF platoon, we can downgrade our defense in right and get a whole 5 points of OPS+ more! Assuming that Reed Johnson forgets what his platoon split is and hits better than .266/.314/.392 against right-handed pitching!
That's actually something resembling a decent idea out of you.
Of course, here’s the thing about Dome:
Versus RHP: .275/.378/.423
Versus LHP: .268/.360/.351
Dome’s hitting just fine against RHP; it’s lefties that are giving him trouble. Mike Fontenot’s .143/.294/ .214 line against left-handed pitching helps us out how?
I bet that's a small sample size.
(I immediately apologize for only instigating.)
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Sure it is.
Fontenot has 78 career PAs against LHP, last I checked. Awfully small sample size.
But again, nothing that has been brought up is enough of a clear upgrade on offense to offset the hit on defense.
True but I really don't give
a f*ck about your smartass answers. How’s that for a decent idea, Saber-dork?
Hell Hath No Fury
like a riled sabrmetrician.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Are we really having this discussion?
Benching Fukudome for Johnson or getting another RF….OFF WAIVERS?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:39 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm Just Asking
Personally I think Dome is fine. Still I’m asking you guys if you think Hendry and Lou are looking to add another bat for the bench. No offense intended.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
how the heck
do you break a slump if you aren’t actually, you know, batting?
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions
ask Pie.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Maybe in spring training next year
He’s not getting it done! Murton was more productive playing once a week.
you sure you don't want to revisit that statement?
because Murton is back in AAA, and this time, it’s not because he was blocked.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions
i will get ran through the mud on this one
but i would ALMOST rather have Jaque Jones second half from last year
Let go cubs
oh, dear.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions
and was one of the biggest reasons the season HAD TO BE SAVED IN THE FIRST PLACE!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't know.
he’s sitting at the moment. But I don’t think his batting woes are all that to worry about.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Culturally and private life?
If anything, that would of caused a problem at first not when we are 3/4ths during the season.
And if anything, they have figured him out, and/or he’s tired. I wouldn’t think the latter—he is struggling, and I don’t think their is a legit excuse for it. He’s overmatched at times.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
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Have you lived in a different country before?
The sixth month can be a lot more alienating than the first month or two.
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.
Captain Obvious.
(no offense intended)
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Struggling because of....
emotions? Bad command?
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Bad Command
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Aug 9, 2008 4:20 PM CDT up reply actions
long time listener
first time caller
Oh wait that Mr. Obvious
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Yep...great movement...just not in the right spots
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Aug 9, 2008 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions
I said this about an overweight stripper once....
my face is still stinging.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh boy
He can’t really walk Ludwick…
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Just Woke Up
Top of fifth or sixth right now?
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Because the Irish setter
was shedding rimshot
by spoiledcubbage on Aug 9, 2008 4:20 PM CDT up reply actions
hey they are showing the replay of the PGA 2000 championship
i will take tiger and give any of you the field for 10 to 1 odds
Let go cubs
No way he wins
just too young and inexperienced right now
Perhaps Carlos can try getting AHEAD...of a hitter this inning...
you know, just to mix it up a little.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:20 PM CDT reply actions
I'm off to the gym
Hope to come back to an exciting comeback win.
"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."
StL Leads The League In That Category
Check swing hits, infield dribblers you can’t make a play on, seeing eye singles…
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
INAPPROPRIATE VULGARITY!
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
?
??
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Self-censorship
in action.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
oh!
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions
The next batter will tell us if Z has matured enough to lead a pitching staff.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:22 PM CDT reply actions
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:24 PM CDT up reply actions
alright.
now it’s time for Z to come out.
Glaus hits another home run. 9-2 cards.
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Oh My God
pass the barf bag
and
better luck next time Z
c ya
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Time for Lou to pull him.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:23 PM CDT reply actions
because if he lets Z
pitch while angry, the mound is going to be gouged.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions
12 > 9
So why give them three free runs when you don’t have to?
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Marshall
seems to be settling into that role. let’s see if he goes more than one.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions
boxing
Fontenot may be the least likely looking home run hitter. He packs a big punch with his 5-foot-8 physique. Where's the power come from?
"I don't know," Fontenot said. "I've always had decent power my whole life. I guess it's bat speed. Timing a little bit. My grown-man strength."
that's nice
we’re not getting swept. They’re still chasing.
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by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions
just wow...wow...wow
missed location all day
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
Well it will feel that much better when we come back, but I could have settled for a nice easy saturday afternoon victory.
Fontenot may be the least likely looking home run hitter. He packs a big punch with his 5-foot-8 physique. Where's the power come from?
"I don't know," Fontenot said. "I've always had decent power my whole life. I guess it's bat speed. Timing a little bit. My grown-man strength."
The Cards fans are very loud there today
compared with yesterday and yesterday was exciting for both teams til the end.
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
And I haven't seen any of it.
That universe has a quirky sense of humor.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Offense
Our offense is causing me offense. How can we be stinking it up against Wellemeyer, apparently their ACE! while our “ACE” gets roped.
He is hitting his spots
Z is not….
Pretty simple right now
"Aw, how could he (Jorge Orta) lose the ball in the sun, he's from Mexico." -- Harry Carey
by TheRiot Police on Aug 9, 2008 4:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Hey, it happens
“That’s baseball” sounds like a cliche, but it’s true.
Remember when Marquis outpitched Halladay? It happens.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Aug 9, 2008 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions
even Z is going to have an off day
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
Pretty Disappointing
Z has a good track record against the Cards but he didn’t have it today. Not so much worried about StL gaining ground as I am the Brew Crew, especially with them entertaining the lowly Nats.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Well, they've lost two of three this year
in Washington. Seems like they handled them decently last year.
by Not Bruce Froemming on Aug 9, 2008 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Not. Fooling. Anyone.
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
I sure as hell didn't
see this coming.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Big z didnt have his stuff today. Happens to pitchers all the time. Now lets come back and win
its the motherfucking 2008 Chicago cubs
well...no matter how this thing plays out
it still counts as one game.
onward.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
wow.
this game is out of control. Every time I look up we are down 2 more. sigh
These are the saddest of possible words: "Tinker to Evers to Chance"
Dear Sean Marshall,
We’re chasing 7 runs, so please just throw strikes and don’t pick at the corners and walk people.
Thank you.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:27 PM CDT reply actions
I am prepared for the greatest
comeback of this season!
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
7 runs would not be the biggest comeback
But that would be fine with me.
Let’s do this. I’d love to see Marshall’s position come up this inning…so much for all that double-swithcing!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
Here is the transcript of the biggest comeback this year
Pat: A swing and a fly ball, left-center field, pretty well-hit, back toward the wall! That ball is gone!!!
Ron: Yeaaaaaaggghhhhhhh!!!
Pat: Two-run homer!
Ron: Unbelievable!
Pat: Cubs lead 10 to 9!
Ron: Can you believe it!
Ron: UnbeLIEVable Patrick!
Ron: Oh my gosh! Oh my gosh, what a day! What a day. Listen to these fans. Oh, they’re going nuts!
Pat: Another ball got up into the wind and carried into the seats…
Ron: Ha ha ha ha ha ha
Pat: Mark DeRosa with a two-run homer, the Cubs lead 10 to 9, can you believe it!
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.
Plenty of time for it
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'd really like another one of those.
These are the saddest of possible words: "Tinker to Evers to Chance"
If StL is going to get even with Z, I'd rather they do it all in one game.
Hopefully Z returns to his dominant ways against them next time.
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
Perhaps those
talking a-holes doing the comentary could stop focusingon thier frickin homeruns a bit.
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Lemme get this straight....
you’re asking me if I have pictures of talking a-holes?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Do not want
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
could such a thing possibly exist
on the intarwebz?
Our 2008 Chicago Cubs -- FINDING WAYS TO WIN!
by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:31 PM CDT up reply actions
If anyone can doit
you sure can! I am picturing like a ball diamondin the back ground them holding Fox mics
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Could someone please tell Fox
that I’m not going to be buying Avodart no matter how many times they play that damn commercial?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007
And the cards don't have a pen.
These are the saddest of possible words: "Tinker to Evers to Chance"
Maybe it's because we've done it before ..
but I think I smell a comeback.
My new life, my new world, and my beautiful daughter:
Tamia London Davis: Due date (8-11-08)!
In other news...
The yankees & angels are still playing.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
They're busy making the new FNN
Favre News Network
by spoiledcubbage on Aug 9, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Top headline:
Favre Has Gas
More on what he had for lunch at 10
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
With Your Host, John Madden
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Just a bad day for Z
No radar, but it didn’t look like Z had a lot of velocity or movement, and there were too many pitches over the heart of the plate. As with Harden recently, even the best have a bad day here and there. Meanwhile, we can’t seem to do the right thing with Welly even on the meatballs he occasionally throws.
Wen need
Walks, walks, scrach singles, more walks
"Earthly fame is naught but a breath of wind, which now comes hence and now comes thence, changing its name because it changes quarter." -- Dante, Purgatorio, Canto XI
Oh, That! Though You Meant...
“Ya know, Steve, today I made out alimony checks to all my ex-wives!”
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Not so oddly enough
he was soused while making both quotes
by spoiledcubbage on Aug 9, 2008 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions
srry
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Please Theriot get on base for Lee
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:37 PM CDT reply actions
Oh man
another uninspiring inning at the plate
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
GEEZZZ
What the hell happened here?
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
"Soriano deep to left!! THAT BALL'S GOOOONE!! A HOME RUN!! OHHH BABY!!" -Len Kasper 8/06/08
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .299 21 HR 55 RBI
Just got home but
listened in the car. Not a good day for Z huh?
Good luck Shawn Johnson, Lolo Jones and Doug Schwab. Bring home the gold!!!
affirmative.
welcome.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
That depends..
on what your definition of “good” is.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions
I've been called "boy" twice today.
Usually someone calls a person over 50 boy when they are go to beat the living sh^t out of them.
Should I be in fear of you, Emelie? :-)
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
**gulp**
11 hits for the Tards
Wow
"I guess you had some lean years, and didnt have to beat it hard" - Craig Sager
"Soriano deep to left!! THAT BALL'S GOOOONE!! A HOME RUN!! OHHH BABY!!" -Len Kasper 8/06/08
SORIANO WATCH: AVG: .299 21 HR 55 RBI
I have decided
the reason we’re losing is clearly because this game is on Fox. If we had WGN or CSN with Len and Bob, we’d TOTALLY be winning.
:P
Our 2008 Chicago Cubs -- FINDING WAYS TO WIN!
we have to show our comeback talents to the national TV audience
...even in Spanish!!
THIS IS OUR CENTURY!!
indeed. He says they've never lost while he's there.
Our 2008 Chicago Cubs -- FINDING WAYS TO WIN!
by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
God must've had a double Italian sausage sandwich before bed or something
to have come up with this nightmare
Could Be
Portillo’s is Heaven, and that’s where God lives.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
I've Yet To Try a Burger
Had the Italian beef and the sausages and the hot dogs and all were A+.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
DBL CHZBRGR @ PORTILLOS
Yummy factor: 1000!
"Why does that man drop his club before he runs? I would bring it with me." ~Stewie Griffin
(writing this all down for future use)
Never heard of Portillo’s…now I must find out
by spoiledcubbage on Aug 9, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
oh, golly
yes!
Our 2008 Chicago Cubs -- FINDING WAYS TO WIN!
by drewishdrewid on Aug 9, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Serious question
is today’s outing by Z cause for concern?
How does a pitcher look so bad from outta the blue?
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
I don't think so...
It didn’t seem like he was hurting, just lack of command. And the wind was blowing out. It happens.
I'm not concerned
It just happens with even the best sometimes. And Z let his emotions get the better of him, once everything started to unravel.
Of course, the best thing Cubs fans do is be “concerned” about something. :)
by Not Bruce Froemming on Aug 9, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Any Signs Z's Arm Was Cramping?
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
Sounds Like An Off-Day
I’m telling myself this happens in the post-season…you’ll see a very good starting pitcher get pwned by the opposition. Trouble is, I wouldn’t call the Cards’ offense postseason material.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
A little justice
A DP on the Cards instead of us
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Nice of DLee
to sneak in the Cards clubhouse and get in their line-up
by spoiledcubbage on Aug 9, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Let's take this thread...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:47 PM CDT reply actions
Alright!
It’s Obama time! By that I mean I’m going to start some campaign work and turn down the sound on the game…
Yeah! I can't wait to work 2 weeks out of every month for the government instead of just one!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 9, 2008 4:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Yay! Me. too...
I’m going out right now and inflate my tires! :-)
"Why does that man drop his club before he runs? I would bring it with me." ~Stewie Griffin
Loving The Sig, Goodie!
I walk around the house repeating it all the time.
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
I am headed to my ma and pa's
for dinner. I need your well wishes. I am headed into the den of a White Sox fan and my bro the Cards fan will be there. Being a Cubs fan makes you strong, but dear Lord help me out today!
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
Bring Your Friends
You know them by name…Chick Gandil, Arnold Rothstein, Don Denkinger, Mickey Lolich….
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
How many here
are looking foward to Joe Morgan and Jon Miller calling the game tomorrow night?
I can’t wait to hear all about Banks Boulevard!!!!
Damn.
Aren’t you full of good news.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
"If you ask ME what MY opinion is...
of how the 1983 Phillies compared with the 1975 Reds when I played with them and won the first of MY TWO MVP AWARDS when I got the Series-winning hit, I would tell you that Ryne Sandberg wasn’t as good as ME.”
"Sometimes I feel like as a Cubs fan if I’m not worrying about something, I’m not doing it right." - HalfBlindCubbieGirl
new thread up
see ya guys later on
"That guy is a gamer." said Ron Santo of Reed Johnson on 07-25-08
over flow is up
http://www.bleedcubbieblue.com/2008/8/9/590155/overflow-thread-2-cubs-vs
Good luck Shawn Johnson, Lolo Jones and Doug Schwab. Bring home the gold!!!
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