A [burger]? Really?
by Ryan D on Apr 12, 2009 11:43 PM CDT
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"He hit it in our bullpen, and [Johnson] caught it," Dempster said. "I've been playing 15 years of professional baseball now, and he's made the two best catches while I've been pitching. I'll have to buy him a [burger] on the way home."
I actually make myself laugh thinking about all the possible un-printable words that may have been said there other than burger...
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Also the play is up on youtube.
Just don’t have volume on.
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Apr 12, 2009 11:55 PM CDT reply actions
lap dance?
That was a helluva catch. I guess we’re lucky Bradley tweaked the groin for this game. Let’s hope it’s not long term.
Editor probably didn't think 'beer' would play well in Peoria
"I owe [Dunston] a lot. Nobody would know how good I was at digging balls out of the dirt if it wasn't for him..." -Mark Grace
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Culver's apparently.
“He just happened to hit it in our bullpen and Reed went and caught it,” Dempster said. “I’ve played 15 years in professional baseball and he’s made the two best catches while I’ve been pitching. I’ll have to buy him Culver’s on the way home.”
cubs = love
I wonder what Reed's favorite shake is?
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Apr 13, 2009 1:18 AM CDT up reply actions
Maybe they stopped in Pleasant Prairie
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 13, 2009 11:29 AM CDT up reply actions
Whenever I would tell people in college that I was from Kenosha, I would either hear
“Where all the outlet malls are?”
or
“Where all the adult bookstores are?”
The bookstores are pretty much gone now.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 13, 2009 11:46 AM CDT up reply actions
You mean "Porn Row" is dying?
I’d think places like that would do better in a down economy. We need Ivy Walls to put together a Fanshot on this pronto!
You can call me "20K."
+1
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Apr 13, 2009 12:00 PM CDT up reply actions
That might even be worthy of a Fanpost!
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 13, 2009 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions
"How long should we give Daver alone in the bathroom?"
(ducks to avoid Al throwing things)
I left my clever sig line in my other pants.
my mom used to live by Columbus Park on 54th street
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
No kidding . . . so did mine.
Half of her cousins did, too.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 10:43 AM CDT up reply actions
Maybe you two are related.
I've committed to tweeting about the Cubs for the rest of the season. (Does that sound as ridiculous as I think it does?) Anyway, if you're on Twitter, you can follow me here.
I didn't recognize his name from his e-mail address, but it's possible.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 10:55 AM CDT up reply actions
doubtful
but anything is possible
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
Yeah, probably not.
Ask your mom if she knows any Pingitores, though.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 11:01 AM CDT up reply actions
seeing as she passed Dec 2007
It will be hard to ask her right now.
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
My condolences
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 11:15 AM CDT up reply actions
being the dork I am
i still remember the address 1906 54th Street. and I spent one summer there, which happened to be the same summer (1987?) that my step fathers-brothers-father in law (who was legally blind…HBCG do not get any ideas after reading this) was doing the 4th of July fireworks, and one got away and the entire Firework show took place in under 10 minutes at about 12 feel off the ground.
I miss going to see the Kenosha Twins as well
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
A little east of where my relatives lived
Don’t remember the address, but it was on the west side of 22nd avenue, next to Mayor Bilotti. The community bought the house for the family of my great-grandfather after he died — first policeman killed in the line of duty in Kenosha.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 11:01 AM CDT up reply actions
I know where you are talking
what a small world
and the firework display I mention above is mentioned here (1986, I was close)
Nearly 10 years ago more than 35 spectators were injured when a fireworks rocket malfunctioned in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
http://www.cliffordlaw.com/news/attorneys-articles/archive/state-bombs-out-in-fireworks-laws
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
I remember that.
They’ve set them off on Simons Island since, IIRC.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 11:16 AM CDT up reply actions
I still remember it with too much detail
since we were closer than public crowd is allowed based on the family connection. Luckily none of my family was harmed by it
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
oh man
that catch was outright fantastic.
i liked johnson before, but now, i downright love the guy.
It's not about money. It's about winning and getting over the hump. We've had the appetizer now, but we left the main course on the table.
-rod beck
I can see the Culvers commercial now...
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
Weird
The Sun-Times had no problem printing “Culver’s”
Maybe Sullivan knows that this is player-speak for “Double scotch rocks”
There is no such thing as an ugly female breast
I dunno, maybe peeps not in Chicago don't know what Culver's is
so they printed burger instead
#34: You'll be missed!
uh....isn't that
the guy the bears traded orton for?
sorry, i had to.
I'm a peep not in Chicago
What the heck is a Culvers? Personally I like the dbl scotch idea but I have a gut feeling that’s not what was meant
If the world didn't suck we would all fall off.
by carolinacub on Apr 13, 2009 10:03 AM CDT up reply actions
Fast food chain in the Chicagoland area.
They are actually a big sponsor of the Cubs. Maybe the Trib couldn’t print the word “Culvers” because under the Zell regime that is looked upon as free advertising, and we certainly can’t have that. The Sun Times can, but at the Trib, free plugs just can’t happen. The Trib probably called a Culver’s rep and offered to have the quote printed for $10,000. If so, it appears Culver’s told them to take their quote, and file it wherever they deem appropriate.
"Don't complain to me about the stormy weather, boys. Just bring the ship into port." --Steve Stone, September 2004
Actually, they're all over the country
They started outside of Madision, Wisconsin
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 13, 2009 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions
Or maybe that was Madison
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 13, 2009 11:30 AM CDT up reply actions
Sure, they are. Just not in every state.
Spread out, though.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 13, 2009 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions
got two in Austin
and I live about dead center between them
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
best cheese curds
mmmmmmmm
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
It's kind of a rich man's Dairy Queen
We have them downstate too.
There is no such thing as an ugly female breast
I don't eat fast food.
No taco bell, Arby’s, Burger King etc for me. Culvers is the closest to fast food I will eat. There milk shakes are incredible.
So the rich mans Dairy Queen is prolly right on.
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Apr 13, 2009 11:42 AM CDT up reply actions
Johnson
the guy is a huge asset to have. Who knows how long Milton will be out, and to have Reed to fill in, is quite a nice option.
"Have You heard of the Boom on Mizar 5?"
Defensively, Bradley isn't in his shadow
But Bradley has a much better bat of course
#34: You'll be missed!
Mmmmmm, Culvers
Double butter burger with cheese. Que Homer drooling.
Seriously, for those who don't know...
Culvers is delicious. I think the burgers are kinda similar to Steak & Shake, but better. And the fries are pretty money. And you can top it all off with some amazing custard. Alright I’m way too hungry to keep going, but next time you see a Culvers, pull the trigger and thank me later.
Ron Santo should sing TMOTTBG everyday. Period.
We've got one called 5 guys
It started in the DC area but has made it to parts of NC absolutely unbeleivable burgers, Sounds like it might compare to what you guys are talking about.
If the world didn't suck we would all fall off.
There's a "5 Guys" in my neighborhood.
About four blocks from my house, in fact.
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx
I lived there for 3 years
Madison and Kenilworth, went to Lincoln Elementry and Emerson Jr High School. Played little league there as well. I remember Lake Street Mall being closed and reopened for traffic
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
A 5 Guys opened up on my corner in New York City
And it has been hard to walk past…
Very different:
Culvers is unique purely for the butter burger + custard experience. Also, they have a huge menu with all sorts of good stuff on it. 5 guys burgers are bigger and the absurd helpings of fries divert attention from the burgers. Plus their menu offers 3 things: burgers, hot dogs, and fries. A vegetarian’s dream. And it’s very close to lunch time, this isn’t helping.
Ron Santo should sing TMOTTBG everyday. Period.
ive heard
that some five guys up north actually sell beer too. I wish they did that to the ones here by me. great food though. burgers are delicious and they have the best french fries. not only that but that give you just some big brown bag full of the fries. still gotta say though…. i miss portillos and would choose portillos any day of the week if i had the chance.
There is a bar on top of mine
The bar isn’t actually part of Five Guys, but you have to walk through Five Guys to get to it, and sometimes they’ll even walk a burger up to you in the bar. It’s actually a cool little sports bar that nobody really knows about (yet) — a precious commodity in Manhattan.
In fact — to keep this on topic — they put the Cubs/Brewers on for me there last Saturday night!
I want to thank you all for inspiring my choice of lunch
Bacon deluxe (double) basket.
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 13, 2009 3:16 PM CDT reply actions
yew b@stard...
my hot pocket and canteloupe hates you.
"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 Apr 14, 2009 12:53 PM CDT up reply actions
That was yesterday, though
Damn tasty, too
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Swiss Melt
with cheese curds, and got a Oreo Frozen Custard cake to bring back to share with the ladies in the office.
Culvers wishes to officially thank BCB for the inflation in sales today
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
Also good stuff
And reasonably priced drinks
Facts are meaningless. You could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true! --Homer J. Simpson
by Shanghai Badger on Apr 14, 2009 8:44 AM CDT up reply actions
Whenever I go to Vegas with my Dad,
no matter what time we get in we go straight to In-N-Out from the airport. Never disappoints.
Ron Santo should sing TMOTTBG everyday. Period.
Red Robin
some how managed to land the only full service liquor license given to my county in at least 3 years…. and their fries are fantastic.
Because when it comes to sports, we die harder than Bruce Willis.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Apr 14, 2009 10:44 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm surprised nobody has brought up Kuma's Corner yet.
That place is now on the top of my list of Chicago eateries. The rolls alone are worth the drive from Des Moines.
I left my clever sig line in my other pants.
pulled pork fries there are awesome.
Pulled pork BBQ scattered on top of fries.
As far as the burgers go – they are really good, although I feel like they miss with a few flavor combinations. The pretzel rolls are good though – they solve the problem of burger juice destroying the bun by having a hole through which the burger juice just runs out onto your arm.
by false cognate on Apr 14, 2009 2:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Here in Paducah, Kentucky we have a place called Just Hamburgers. It is unreal, Krinkle-Cut Fries, Hand Dipped Shakes, and some of the best burgers ever covered in Mustard Relish. I recommend the Family Pack , 6 Cheeseburgers, 2 pounds of Fries and a 2 liter for $9.99. Talk about your economic bailout.
I will happily put Casino El Camino here in Austin
against any burger anywhere. They are INCREDIBLE.
If you ever are in Austin, this is a must have for good eats.
http://www.casinoelcamino.net/menu.php
Friendship is like peeing on yourself: everyone can see it, but only you get the warm feeling that it brings.
If I'm in Kentucky
its Waffle House.
I love me some waffles.
Because when it comes to sports, we die harder than Bruce Willis.
by halfblindcubbiegirl on Apr 14, 2009 10:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Love the hash browns there.
I get ‘em covered (that’s with cheese, right? I’m bad at remembering all the covered, smothered… etc).
Chocolate chip waffles are also great.
Ron Santo should sing TMOTTBG everyday. Period.
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