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Overflow Thread 3: Cubs vs. Brewers, Friday 9/26, 7:05 CT

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Standings: -EEEEE
Me: "EEEEE!"

by znohitter on Sep 26, 2008 9:45 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm pretty sure

Chad Gaudin isn’t going to make the post-season roster.

He needs some work after being out for 4 weeks.

Long days and pleasant nights.

by The Original Dave on Sep 26, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

and Howry

Where’s my beer?

If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry

by Barkman on Sep 26, 2008 9:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Daver Sez Howry Made It

per Len.

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, he just mentioned it.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20080926&content_id=3554007&vkey=news_chc&fext=.jsp&c_id=chc


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."

by Villeslgr on Sep 26, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Quoth Lou:

“I need Bob [Howry} to pitch well,” Piniella said. “I had a nice little meeting and told him we need him to get nice and sharp and pitch well for us.”

Gee, Lou, could you have said that to Bob about THREE AND A HALF MONTHS AGO?!

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Just Like Baker-Neifi and Baylor-Delino

“I have to get him going…he’s a guy you can go to the well with.”

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

GOD! That is SO

DUSTY!!!!!!!

DAVE VERES/GUTHRIE REDUX!

UGH!!

by The E-Man on Sep 26, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

If Lou puts Howry in a close game

like Baker put Veres in Game 7 of 2003 I will do unspeakable things.

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes

He reminds of 03 Guthrie

/shudders

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Sep 26, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Damnit

Why, why, why?

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Sep 26, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

No

just out of options

If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry

by Barkman on Sep 26, 2008 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

they don't have to go 9.

they just have to go 7. Marmol can go 8, Woody 9. There are enough off days.

"That’s the great thing about baseball, you never know what’s going to happen till you get the final out." — Lou Piniella

by drewishdrewid on Sep 26, 2008 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Standings: -EEEEE
Me: "EEEEE!"

by znohitter on Sep 26, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

I REALY hope that Howry comes up big in the playoffs,

But I really have my doubts.

The other sports are just sports. Baseball is a love. ~Bryant Gumbel

by Blue W on Sep 26, 2008 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wow, that's really saying something.

There are SO many things I can think of that could be #1.

The other sports are just sports. Baseball is a love. ~Bryant Gumbel

by Blue W on Sep 26, 2008 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Whoops

I thought it said Gaudin WAS gonna be on it. Sorry

If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry

by Barkman on Sep 26, 2008 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Let’s go Lee. Just like BP.


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."

by Villeslgr on Sep 26, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions  

This stinks!

I blew off a party to watch this mess

by daily2b on Sep 26, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Still in Pasadena, Daily?

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes

work in pasadena, live in Pomona

by daily2b on Sep 26, 2008 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ask For A Transfer To Costa Mesa

so we can catch the games after work next week!

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

I will hit you up

my work email is tcarson@hillsides.org. I’d really like to watch at least one game with a Cub fan!!

by daily2b on Sep 26, 2008 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

at least the chorizo won

Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!

by cubnational on Sep 26, 2008 9:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Chorizo - finest food group in the world

Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!

by cubnational on Sep 26, 2008 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dude

i have a cool chorizo story. long though…

by daily2b on Sep 26, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's called Payback , Micah ...

Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!

by cubnational on Sep 26, 2008 9:51 PM CDT reply actions  

looking at strike three.

yeah,. THAT should be on the playoff roster…

"That’s the great thing about baseball, you never know what’s going to happen till you get the final out." — Lou Piniella

by drewishdrewid on Sep 26, 2008 9:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

It’d feel good to send the Brewers home by rocking CC on Sunday.


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."

by Villeslgr on Sep 26, 2008 9:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Seth McClung for Cy Young

It even rhymes!

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 9:52 PM CDT reply actions  

i have only one final comment

Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!

by cubnational on Sep 26, 2008 9:53 PM CDT reply actions  

gotta go get the wife .. DANGIT ..

well, there’s the rest of the weekend .. gnight folks

Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!

by cubnational on Sep 26, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Later!

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wuertz in

he can’t do much worse.

The other sports are just sports. Baseball is a love. ~Bryant Gumbel

by Blue W on Sep 26, 2008 9:55 PM CDT reply actions  

He can't do much Wuertz than Gaudin.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

and I was WAITING for someone to see that ..

Excellent response time.

Well, Next Year is here .. and Jack's century's gotta end some time .. GO CUBBIES!

by cubnational on Sep 26, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Zinggg

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Sep 26, 2008 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

This dude scares me sometimes

with that intense blank stare of his.

by JFCubFan on Sep 26, 2008 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pinella has a huge challenge to not repeat Baker's 2003 mistakes

We all remember that in 2003 the two teams that advanced (Boston and FLA) used their starters in relief at key points of the championship series while Baker and the Yankees stuck with their tired bullpens and it cost them. The 2003 Cubs bullpen is in many ways very similar to where ours is now – they were pretty effective most of year but were cashed by the end. Pinella MUST not confine himself to just using conventional relievers and tap Marquis and Marshall liberally.

I just can’t imagine this team getting to the WS if Gaudin, Cotts and Howry are used in key situations

by BeltwayCubsFan on Sep 26, 2008 9:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Baker: "But Clement Can't Pitch Out of the Bullpen"

The second dumbest thing he ever saidl

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

IS there any possibility

of a fan petition to remove Howry from the Roster?

by The E-Man on Sep 26, 2008 9:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Robin Yount

has a resemblance to Brenly

If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry

by Barkman on Sep 26, 2008 9:57 PM CDT reply actions  

I hope C.C.'s arm...

literally falls off in his next start.

Free Ronny Cedeno

by Kansas25 on Sep 26, 2008 9:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Howry and Gaudin

should go dumpster diving after the game. I’m done w/ them.

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Sep 26, 2008 9:58 PM CDT reply actions  

As Unprofessional A Bunch You'll See

Sloppy attire and grooming. Shows a lack of respect for their organization and the game if you ask me.

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

OK, if Wuertz can't get McClung...

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 9:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Braves tie whining Strohs in 9th.

put them out of their misery.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Sep 26, 2008 10:00 PM CDT reply actions  

McClung Ks

Wuertz did OK.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Twins Lost.

White Sox losing 11-6, bot 7

Standings: -EEEEE
Me: "EEEEE!"

by znohitter on Sep 26, 2008 10:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Shulman and Orel Loving Up The Brewers Tonight

Bias much?

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 10:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Mucho.

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't want to see these scuzzy guys "untucking"

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow, I just noticed it's the ninth inning.

Argh, Felix Ks.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

I hope the Cubs win the last two games of this series to start the playoffs on a winning

streak and gets them in the winning mood

I wish it were winter so we could freeze it into ice blocks and skate on it and melt it in the spring time and drink it!

by brownbuddha on Sep 26, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Houston won

and stays alive… for another 2 outs.

Standings: -EEEEE
Me: "EEEEE!"

by znohitter on Sep 26, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Finish them!

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pie Trying To Hit a 7-Run HR

and Ks.

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah, bad pitch.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

I also hate it that the Brewers have some strong arms in their bullpen throwing over 95.

And Fonzi, you’re embarassing…

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:06 PM CDT reply actions  

That was Pie.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Brewers Bullpen Still Weak

Very inconsistent despite tonight. Let’s see them sustain it over 3-4 games.

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yep.

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

any any update on on Geo, didn't look serious but I was at a bar and couldn't hear what happened

Every player should be accorded the privilege of at least one season with the Chicago Cubs. That's baseball as it should be played - in God's own sunshine. And that's really living."

by DC Cubbie on Sep 26, 2008 10:08 PM CDT reply actions  

They haven't said much

If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry

by Barkman on Sep 26, 2008 10:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

I like Theriot -- he always looks like he wants to get on with a walk.

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Either that or an oppo single.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

or a ground out or soft liner.

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Theriot walks.

DWaryle to the plate!

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Hoping Lou Realizes They're Better Off Facing the Mets

and he goes all out to win tomorrow and Sunday.

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 10:11 PM CDT reply actions  

He needs to keep KHill, Howry, and Gaudin out of the game.

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

ManRam can beat a team by himself with some pitching

and I don’t want to watch that

If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry

by Barkman on Sep 26, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

C'mon, DWaryle. Make it interesting.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Or just strike out.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ha

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Sep 26, 2008 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

DWard didn't look good.

Yuck!

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Damnit

And to think I could have been watching the Maxim Hot 100 2008 on VH1 instead of this P.O.S.

by JFCubFan on Sep 26, 2008 10:13 PM CDT reply actions  

When Ward Sucks, He REALLY Sucks

Looked extremely feeble.

Never, but NEVER, put ketchup on a hot dog.

by CaliCub on Sep 26, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Good.

Now maybe they’ll shut up.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Doubt it.

Standings: -EEEEE
Me: "EEEEE!"

by znohitter on Sep 26, 2008 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

+1

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Sep 26, 2008 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Brewers take over the NL Wild Card lead.

The Chicago Cubs: 2008 Central Division Champions

by daver on Sep 26, 2008 10:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Where's the ledge?

I’m jumping

Go All In and Enjoy The Ride.

by Jayo525 on Sep 26, 2008 10:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Good one!

Don’t really care who’s in the playoffs. At this stage, nobody is easy.

Besides, I hear LA is nice this time of year.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 26, 2008 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Who won The Diss at Ole Miss?

Should have probably watched that instead of this mess.

"Whoever wants to know the heart and mind of America had better learn baseball." - Jacque Barzun

by Bump Bailey on Sep 26, 2008 10:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Wasn't that great either. I think we should vote for Ernie Banks for President.

"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.

by zevkalman on Sep 26, 2008 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

What would he say about our Iraq policy?

Let’s play two?

"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

by sweetswinger on Sep 26, 2008 11:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm glad that game didn't matter......

and I’m cool with the Cubs mentally not being tuned in, but note to D Lee and Aram: Don’t start the bad habits with trying to yank everything. That is so frustrating. One run off of Suppan is awful, no matter what the scenario is.

"Bring On The Major Leagues" Stephen Malkmus

by graceunderpressure on Sep 26, 2008 10:21 PM CDT reply actions  

This much we know....

Chad Gaudin is out, Bob Howry is in, Micah Hoffpower is in. Sweet Lou ain’t given Hoffpower these starts just for the hell of it. Nope, he’s getting him some at bats to be as ready as possible to help in the postseason. Felix Pie is out baby !!!

by MDBNIU on Sep 26, 2008 10:52 PM CDT reply actions  

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