It's A Beautiful Day For A Ballgame -- NOT: Cubs vs. Rockies, Monday 4/13, 1:20 CT
by Al on Apr 13, 2009 11:30 AM CDT
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On April 7, 2003, the day in Chicago dawned cold, with a forecast of snow. The Cubs called their scheduled home opener -- which was to have been played on a Monday after a six-game road trip to open the season -- at seven o'clock in the morning.
While there may be a break in the rain later today, I wonder about the purpose of opening the gates, making everyone -- fans, vendors, players -- sit there waiting for something that's not going to happen, especially with the Cub players having returned so late last night from Milwaukee. Perhaps it'd be best to call the game early and play tomorrow.
In the meantime, you can have some fun with the photo here; make up your own caption and post it in the comments.
Bruce Miles was prescient in his blog post yesterday:Lou was talking before [Saturday] night's game how he and his staff were of "the school" that says let the other team beat you late by hitting the ball, not by walking. Fewer things drive Lou crazier than his relievers issuing walks.
On the flip side, Lou is the anti-Dusty when it comes to his batters taking walks. In other words, he doesn't mind walks "clogging the bases." He also points out how walks can turn the lineup over and bring up the good hitters more quickly.
The walks helped kill the Cubs on Friday -- but won the game for them yesterday. The 29 walks drawn so far this year are nearly five per game; at that pace they'd walk 783 times this year. That average will come down, but perhaps later this spring I'll be able to post a "Walk Watch" box. The club record for a single season is 650, set in 1975. Last year's team walked 636 times, coming very close. Maybe this year's edition will break the record -- and score a ton of runs as a result.
Speaking of Dusty, check out his quote regarding the triple play the Pirates turned against his Reds yesterday:
"That’s the first one I’ve seen in person," Baker said. "There was one when I was with the Dodgers, but I was in the bathroom. I came out and asked what happened, and they told me there was a triple play."
The mind boggles. Incidentally, the only triple play turned during Baker's time with the Dodgers was by the Astros on April 21, 1978. It ended the game -- it was in the bottom of the ninth.
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The four homers allowed by Ted Lilly in his first start last week are a little disturbing, but consider that they were given up in the Juice Box, with the roof open and the wind blowing out, and I'm sure you can see that today, with temperatures in the 40's, rain and the wind blowing in, will likely be very different. Lilly has not faced any current Rockie more than 7 AB (Garrett Atkins, 3-for-7).
Ubaldo Jimenez, similarly, has no Cubs batter who has faced him more than seven times (Ryan Theriot, also 3-for-7). The hot Alfonso Soriano is 3-for-5 with a homer; Soriano appears to have come out of the gate in one of his patented hot streaks, let's hope it continues.
Today's game is on WGN-TV, FSN Rocky Mountain, and at the MLB.com Mediacenter.
Discuss amongst yourselves.
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Uncle Ted
NO GUFF FROM THE ROCKIES!
"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 13, 2009 11:36 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
the title of that article
is wrong. Pirates LOST to the Reds. Silly Yahoo.
"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 13, 2009 11:37 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Opening the gates brings revenue in
Beer, soda, hot dogs, etc.
Not saying I agree with doing it or that is the reason, but . . . .
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 11:38 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
and I see they've already opened access to the bleachers
"I knew we were in for a long season when we lined up for the national anthem on opening day and one of my players said, 'Every time I hear that song I have a bad game.'" - Jim Leyland
by flachimesa on Apr 13, 2009 11:46 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Good point
"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 11:49 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Man, I hope they can get the game in...
I need a diversion from all this paperwork today!
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 13, 2009 11:39 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yo Jimmay!
"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 13, 2009 11:39 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Morning drew....
You ready to open the home schedule?
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 13, 2009 11:40 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Indeed I am
"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 13, 2009 11:43 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
A day game at Wrigley Field...
It doesn’t get any better than this.
Especially since it means a 7pm start for me… now if only it wasn’t Passover so I could have a few beers :(
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 11:42 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yes! My compatriot!
Doesn’t matzah make cardboard taste just delicious?
by northernsails on Apr 13, 2009 1:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 13, 2009 11:45 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Got a little Captain in ya?
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
SWL, outstanding.
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
rokkin!
"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 13, 2009 11:47 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's AWESOME.
"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 13, 2009 11:48 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I had just finished making this when I started reading the recap from last night and saw Sackman's post about it...
great minds think alike.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 13, 2009 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
even if you don't publish these into a book
you should still make us a PDF. For funzies.
"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 13, 2009 11:54 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Niiiice.
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can we just turn the clock ahead two hours...
and get this show on the road?
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 13, 2009 11:51 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
any of you folks with access to Gordo
gotten any updates since the last one?
by kodypuckett23 on Apr 13, 2009 11:54 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
nope.
"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 13, 2009 11:54 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and because the universe is sadistic...
Twittermeyer: Lou says Bradley’s better, but Rami has a sore back. Fonty is playing third, which means our infield is Lee, Miles, Riot, Fonty.
Egad.
"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 13, 2009 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Egad is right...
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 13, 2009 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd be happy
with a rainout right there.
"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 13, 2009 12:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I feel like
imitating the ostrich behavior of sticking my head in the sand would be better than watching this infield try and play defense. Lee has his work cut out for him today.
"Respect" ~ Ryne Sandberg
by gwood on Apr 13, 2009 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Water
That’s what they stick their heads underground for.
Just random trivia for you.
by northernsails on Apr 13, 2009 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey I named by BCB fantasy team after that infield
“Wrigley Midgets”. Wet ground should help keep the bounces nice and low for our kiddie sized group.
"I daydream just like everybody else, I just do it with my body facing the field, so everybody thinks I'm paying attention."- Greg Maddux
by Doggie Stalker on Apr 13, 2009 12:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
maybe
we can put a tee on home plate for them, too.
"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 13, 2009 12:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They could play in that mini Wrigley Field.
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 12:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
P.S
Wrigley Midgets has been is in first place. It is early but it is awesome team and but for a problem getting on before round one where I was “stuck” with David Wright as always NO METS, CARDINALS, YANKEES OR WHITE SOX on the team. I will dispose of Wright in due time.
"I daydream just like everybody else, I just do it with my body facing the field, so everybody thinks I'm paying attention."- Greg Maddux
by Doggie Stalker on Apr 13, 2009 12:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
he just said
Bradley’s feeling better. Rami sore back
Milton "Porcelain Doll" Bradley.
by Emelie on Apr 13, 2009 11:56 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
As mentioned, Aramis out with sore back - LBR will play third.
The lineup:
Soriano LF
Theriot SS
Dome RF
DLee 1B
Fontenot 3B
RJ CF
Miles 2B
Hill C
Lilly P
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If there was ever a day to move Fonzie down the lineup...
…today would be it.
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, that would be an intriguing move.
And this game does have a spring training aura about it. But I’m guessing Lou doesn’t want to do anything to mess with how hot Soriano’s been.
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, I know, you don't mess with him when he's hot, but...
…..we are so devoid of power with this lineup. Guess we play small ball today.
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Considering the weather
small ball is a good choice anyway
by chitownhawkeye on Apr 13, 2009 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
eh....I hate that lineup
#34: You'll be missed!
by Chanman25 on Apr 13, 2009 12:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone think Soto might get in the later innings?
"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 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Probably to pinch hit again
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well looks like Lee finally got moved down...
: /
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
possible captions for the three outfield amigos..
That’s got to be the most poorly coordinated jump and bump i’ve seen—captions could be:
“Reed’s booty is left hanging in the wind”
“No one likes a wall scaling showboat”
“the bash brothers retired long ago—someone tell Johnson”
"Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest you also be like to him."
Solomon
by cubfever7 on Apr 13, 2009 11:55 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think Soriano
deserves more praise than what we give him. Hope he gets a nice ovation when he comes up to bat.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
by Unique on Apr 13, 2009 11:57 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
best LF in the league.
"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 13, 2009 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and............
best lead off hitter in the league
If you had to choose just one characteristic that would get you through life, choose a sense of humor.
by Clutche on Apr 13, 2009 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think Manny is up there though.
But yeah… he’s up there.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
by Unique on Apr 13, 2009 12:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
new Twittermeyer
if they play, the lineup is:
Sori
Riot
Dome (in right)
Lee
Fonty
Reed (cf)
Miles (2b)
hill
Lilly.
"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 13, 2009 11:57 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It's not reed, it's
Spider Man.
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 11:58 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yikes!
Personally, I’m hoping – nay, praying - for a rainout after seeing that.
"I see great things in baseball. It's our game - the American game." - Walt Whitman
by hip2bsquare on Apr 13, 2009 12:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
rain out please
rain out please
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Up until the first pitch
the Cubs have control. Theoretically, they could say its unplayable and give themselves a day to rest.
Just a thought, given that lineup.
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
by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They should do that then
They are making their money right now on beer sales and stuff, close it down at 1:20 and lets play at the same time tomorrow. That way Aramis’ back is better, Milton can play and I don’t have to watch Aaron Miles try and hit.
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's what I was thinking
I can’t see the radar, but I had 3 “friends” bail on me for making the trip up from Indy today for the game, so selfishly I want the game to be postponed.
But if it would help Ramirez’s back to get a day off and the Cubs can get a day off out of it, I’m all for it.
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
by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep
Why make an already miserable, cold, and wet crowd watch crappy baseball when we can wait a day and they can watch awesome baseball with all the real players
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Exactly.
2 days of concession receipts, plus tickets have been paid for already, so it makes sense to let this one go.
Though Skilling says the rain will break up throughout the afternoon.
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
by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
plus maybe Soto could start tomorrow
"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 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
another advantage.
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
by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why not Hoff at 3B?
He needs to prove he’s an everyday player! And Lee should be moved to 12th in the lineup!
Derrek Lee is good.
by DGU on Apr 13, 2009 12:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Micah Hoffpauir
could make a better lineup than that.
"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 13, 2009 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have solved all our lineup problems!
1. Hoffpauir, LF
2. Hoffpauir, CF
3. Hoffpauir, 1B
4. Hoffpauir, RF
5. Hoffpauir, 3B
6. Hoffpauir, 2B
7. Hoffpauir, C
8. Hoffpauir, SS
9. Hoffpauir, P
"I see great things in baseball. It's our game - the American game." - Walt Whitman
by hip2bsquare on Apr 13, 2009 12:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Who
is going to play DH???
"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 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Guess hack Bugs Bunny ripoff.
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 12:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Absolutely right - consider -
if we made Hoffpauir the new assistant (to the) manager, then Trammel could become our backup IF. I also bet Trammel could plate a run on a bases loaded 0 outs pinch-hit situation, against Milwaukee middle relief, at least.
Derrek Lee is good.
by DGU on Apr 13, 2009 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ROFL...
"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 13, 2009 12:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
As Evil BCB pointed out
a bloody mannequin could.
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's the
scariest thing I have seen today
"Respect" ~ Ryne Sandberg
by gwood on Apr 13, 2009 12:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Scariest or Dumbest???
- Over? Did you say "over"? Nothing is over until we decide it is! Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell no!
- Germans?
- Forget it, he's rolling.
by Endrick on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Take your pick
"Respect" ~ Ryne Sandberg
by gwood on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
C.) All of the Above
- Over? Did you say "over"? Nothing is over until we decide it is! Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell no!
- Germans?
- Forget it, he's rolling.
by Endrick on Apr 13, 2009 12:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well
it’s not like we have depth in the infield. SOMEONE has to play, if the game goes on.
"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 13, 2009 12:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
d'oh - sorry for the redundancy above
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no problem
we all know bad horror movies get remade over and over again…
"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 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lou stopped by......
the Captain Morgan Club before he penciled this line-up
If you had to choose just one characteristic that would get you through life, choose a sense of humor.
by Clutche on Apr 13, 2009 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
just a sec...
Who’s playing Short if Fonty and the Riot are in the lineup?
by northernsails on Apr 13, 2009 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Fontenot will probably be at 3rd
Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen
by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
………I came to get down, I came to get down
So get out your seats and jump around
Jump around
Jump up Jump up and get down.
Jump! Jump! Jump! Jump!……….
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by tony412 on Apr 13, 2009 11:57 AM CDT reply actions 1 recs
On behalf of all the Badger fans here: +1
Ron Santo should sing TMOTTBG everyday. Period.
by Schwa on Apr 13, 2009 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
+1 rec'd
"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 12:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Free Listen
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by tony412 on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
4th Quarter already?
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 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
http://www.uwbadgers.com/video/default.aspx?mid=3171
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"
by NightPutting on Apr 13, 2009 12:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They ain't going to be playing today
Go to weather.com and look at the radar. Ugly, ugly, ugly thunder clouds rolling in fast and furious. And they are going to last well into the evening.
by BLou on Apr 13, 2009 12:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Thank you Tom Skilling...
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 13, 2009 12:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They will play.
It’ll be clear by 2:45.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
by Unique on Apr 13, 2009 12:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
on a hazy, hot, humid
dog day in august, we will long for weather like this…
by brian custer on Apr 13, 2009 12:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I won't.
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nor will I
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 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That would make my day.
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What radar are you looking at?
I’m looking here and I see all the heavy stuff pushing north with a big pocket after it. Very little rain behind that. I think this game gets played. Hoping for a delay though so I can see more of the game after class/work.
Ron Santo should sing TMOTTBG everyday. Period.
by Schwa on Apr 13, 2009 12:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Radar?
is that like Stats? We’ll have no guff from a weathermagician like yourself! BLOUDAR is where it’s at!
"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 13, 2009 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tom Skilling = Bill James?
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Skilling just dropped a McCarverian quote, BTW
“56 percent of Cubs opening days have temps in 30’s, and that’s more than half.”
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
by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Joe Morgan
couldn’t have put it any better.
"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 13, 2009 12:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nor Yogi Berra.
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
by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yes, but
McCarver could’ve milked a solid two or three minutes out of trying to say that.
(Also, is it just me, or is that a really depressing statistic?)
"I see great things in baseball. It's our game - the American game." - Walt Whitman
by hip2bsquare on Apr 13, 2009 12:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it's chilling, i know that much.
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
by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Since the middle of the order doesn't want to play today
I want the rainout. Home opener can be tomorrow when we are healthy and don’t send a minor league lineup out.
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by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
my guess is.....
……Lou knows they won’t play today and is getting a kick out putting out that lineup.
Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen
by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If that is true
he should have just put Hoffpauer in at 1st and given us all heart attacks
"Respect" ~ Ryne Sandberg
by gwood on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I get off at 3:30.
Let it rain, let it rain…then let the skies miraculously clear at 2:45 or so.
Caption: “Might as well…”
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 12:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
What time do you figure they'll make a decision?
n/t
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 13, 2009 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just watching the WGN News...
In their pre-game coverage we got treated to The Human Air Raid Siren…
EPIC FAIL WGN!!!
- Over? Did you say "over"? Nothing is over until we decide it is! Was it over when the Germans bombed Pearl Harbor? Hell no!
- Germans?
- Forget it, he's rolling.
by Endrick on Apr 13, 2009 12:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Going to the game SLOWLY
Greetings from internet cafe at Broadway & Barry. I guess I have to get the bleachers in the next hour or so. Coat is warm, feet are already soaking wet. So what if I get really sick. It is my first Opening Day in 20 years.
"I daydream just like everybody else, I just do it with my body facing the field, so everybody thinks I'm paying attention."- Greg Maddux
by Doggie Stalker on Apr 13, 2009 12:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Go Cubbies!!!!!!
Lets sweep the Rockiessssssssss!!
I didn't get the players I wanted in the offseason!! Hopefully I get what I want in the Regular Season---The World Series Trophy!! Go Cubbies!!
by cubsluver22 on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Ted Lilly is pissed...
With Soto still out, ARam and Bradley both not playing, Lee still missing his power stroke and Soriano still batting leadoff…
…Lou still won’t move Lilly up in the order.
I pity the Rockies hitters today…
Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."
by ballhawk on Apr 13, 2009 12:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I pity the Rockies catcher.
Lilly angry…Lilly smash.
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 12:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It's too bad
they can’t just pull the catcher, the way you can pull the goalie in hockey.
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by drewishdrewid on Apr 13, 2009 12:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why would you want to pull Reed "Goaltender" Johnson?
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 12:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I cna just picture
Lilly repeatedly hitting the umpire in the chest with his pitches since the Cubs decided to install an extra infielder instead of putting Hill behind the plate
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by gwood on Apr 13, 2009 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ted Lilly
3-3 with a homer today
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by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's the good news..........
home many homers does he allow?
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by Clutche on Apr 13, 2009 12:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
wind is blowing in.
"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 13, 2009 12:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He might let them get one or two
just to be nice
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by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Who is up by the park, and can give us a first person account of the weather & skies?
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 13, 2009 12:17 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I cannot view live cams at work. Any first hand knowledge would be great. The radar looks kind of promising, like the storm is breaking up
Mine goes to 11
by Mutz on Apr 13, 2009 12:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
nice
you want to play some magic the gathering after this?
by neifi on Apr 13, 2009 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
im watching you mutz...
watch your back.
by neifi on Apr 13, 2009 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
This may not be all that helpful
I’m at Western and Roosevelt and it’s raining pretty good here. I can see Wrigley’s general vicinity out my window and it doesn’t look any better up there.
"You know, you should be a lot more careful crossing the street like that, otherwise you could die - if that bothers you."
by gauchodirk on Apr 13, 2009 12:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I know I'm on the SL, but here's my caption entry anyway......
I’ve got, no I’ve got it, no I’ve got it. You take it!
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by Clutche on Apr 13, 2009 12:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Bleachers are full
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 12:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Skilling wont give a straight answer
by kodypuckett23 on Apr 13, 2009 12:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He doesn't want to ruin that "Weathermen are always 100% correct" streak they have....
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
he says the radar looks promising, but as soon as that sentence ends, he replaces it with ‘looks like showers could fill that promising gap’
by kodypuckett23 on Apr 13, 2009 12:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is he straight?
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by Clutche on Apr 13, 2009 12:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think he just got married, actually.
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gotta keep the potential viewers locked into WGN
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by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
WGN's camera is covered with rain during the pregame...
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lou....
…“kind of a different lineup. Going to have to play small ball. I knew in spring training we’d have to use this lineup on occasion, so get used to it”.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I don't wanna get used to it Lou
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by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
sigh...
"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 13, 2009 12:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Despite what we want
Since they haven’t called it yet they will do everything possible to play baseball today.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 13, 2009 12:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It looks horrible on WGN....
they said at least a 1/2 hour delay
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Kenney says 30 minute delay, more than likely
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by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
After taking another look at the radar...
…I think it’s a good bet this game gets played. I guess we get to see how well Wonder Hamster handles 3B after all…
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by hip2bsquare on Apr 13, 2009 12:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Crane Kenny says that 700 can fit into the new Captain Morgan Club
Did anyone tell the fire marshal?
by Employee22 on Apr 13, 2009 12:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He's been briefed.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 13, 2009 12:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My work is done here!
You can call me "20K."
by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
last night
RJ went to right (thank goodness as it turns out) and Fuk stayed in center. Today it’s reversed? Although, I believe RJ in center is the smarter move, why the flip/flop from Lou?
by BatCubFan on Apr 13, 2009 12:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Because like you
Lou believes its the smarter move.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 13, 2009 12:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
it was the smarter move last night too
unless Lou had a vision about RJ’s catch.
by BatCubFan on Apr 13, 2009 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The reason that RJ went to right, and Dome stayed in center...
Simply because Hoff would be the first bat off the bench, and Lou wanted flexibility b/c Hoff can’t play CF. Less switching, even though the Cubs didn’t need to switch anything…
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by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 13, 2009 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Because it's Wrigley not Miller Park, I would think....
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Because Dome is a freakin' good right fielder.
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by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No walls to climb at Wrigley.
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by Trey2317 on Apr 13, 2009 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looking at this radar
How are the Sox playing in Detroit right now? It looks like the storm is about to hit them.
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by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:39 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Caption
“Reed, did you have to jump this high to make that catch?”
by 100yearitch on Apr 13, 2009 12:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
From left to right...
“¡Muy bien!”
“私達は勝つ!”
“What?”
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"
by NightPutting on Apr 13, 2009 12:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 12:48 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I love how the bleachers are always full
no matter the crappy weather, while the rest of the stadium is empty
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by nji232 on Apr 13, 2009 12:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ahh, the joys of protecting your unassigned seat.
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by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
CF bleachers are empty....when they show them on WGN.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Al looks cold....
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ALL look cold.
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by hip2bsquare on Apr 13, 2009 12:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Where is he?
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's the one in the rain gear...
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can you pick him out here?
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 12:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blue poncho dude I think.
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by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
back row
under the umbrella.
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by drewishdrewid on Apr 13, 2009 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's his Big Gulp cup.
He just turned it upside down.
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by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Umbrella?
I’m going to give him hell if he even utters “braving the elements” in his recap.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
sucks to have bleachers today, you run for cover and you lose your seat
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by tony412 on Apr 13, 2009 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
TWSS
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 13, 2009 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Friend of mine
at the game. Says it’s still drizzling hard, tarp is still on. She just got a soriano autographed ball, dangit!
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by drewishdrewid on Apr 13, 2009 12:49 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
They just showed Biittner's 1978 opening day walk off HR....
……ONE person to greet him at home plate. LOL. So different back then.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:52 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Larry had bad teeth
made teammates feel awkward
by Employee22 on Apr 13, 2009 1:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sucks not having WGN today...
I love the opening day specials. About to turn on MLB.tv even though there’s no baseball for a little bit probably
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by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 12:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
So I take they are going to try and get it in
I have plans for tomorrow afternoon. But I could cancel and reschedule but I’ve have to do it now. I wish they would have made up their minds
"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 12:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
they said at least a 1/2 hour delay while a front moves in....
….then maybe. It looks horrible on the field. I’m thinking they don’t get it in today.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Watching pre-game interviews
looks pretty miserable at field level
If it weren't for the gutter, my mind would be homeless.
by Cubsfanatic on Apr 13, 2009 12:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lou on 720 just now:
“you can’t forecast the weather”
"Blagojevich's telephone log shows several calls to members of the team, including manager Lou Piniella, coach Larry Rothschild and John McDonough," -The Chicago Tribune 4/31/09
by TheRamZamDLEE on Apr 13, 2009 12:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
lol
If it weren't for the gutter, my mind would be homeless.
by Cubsfanatic on Apr 13, 2009 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lol
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, heard that, too.
Classic.
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by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Classic.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 12:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Now he just called Prince Fielder "Cecil Fielder"...
…but then corrected himself.
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by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 12:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm just surprised...
those Santo-Piniella interviews don’t invariably boil down to a discussion on the merits grilled cheese and tomato soup.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"
by NightPutting on Apr 13, 2009 1:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tom Skilling...
“O Rly?!”
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 1:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Poor kid's autographed ball
all the rain is washing out the sig
Milton "Porcelain Doll" Bradley.
by Emelie on Apr 13, 2009 12:59 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
greatest sports voice of all time
Harry Kalas passed away, in the booth,
Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen
by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 1:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wait, he died on the job?
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by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 1:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's what ESPN said
Before the game.
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by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 1:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Passed out in the booth, died at the hospital
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the clarification.
Sad new. I love listening to him and his HR call "It’s outttta HERE!!
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by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 1:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Harry Kalas, for those who don't know
Does the Phillies games and also I think “Inside the NFL”
Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen
by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 1:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Wow.
Just heard that too — he was a Naperville native as well, and a voice we’ll never see again.
http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=4064793
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"
by NightPutting on Apr 13, 2009 1:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh yeah...he lost consciousness in the broadcast booth. Wow.
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by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 1:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rest in peace
Died doing what he loved. What a way to go.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 13, 2009 1:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He got to see the Phils win one more title last year...
…Still, can’t believe he won’t be around anymore.
http://onthedlpodcast.com/clips/phils_champs_harry.mp3
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by NightPutting on Apr 13, 2009 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think I'd be at a nearby bar before I'd wait out this weather....
The outfield warning track looks horrible.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:03 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That can be fixed
You’ve got to wait until the rain stops before you can start using quick-dry and squeegeeing the water into the drains…it will be a while though.
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by NightPutting on Apr 13, 2009 1:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
this fuckin sucks
no chance they play today
by Danny Satan on Apr 13, 2009 1:06 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I guess it'll be a cold day in hell before they get this game in, eh Satan?
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by dat cubfan daver on Apr 13, 2009 1:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looks like they'll get the game in, then.
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by hip2bsquare on Apr 13, 2009 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
LOL
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Radar breaks up in a bit.
They’re gonna try.
Brian McRae's 5 o'clock shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 13, 2009 1:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
BLou already guaranteed they arent getting it in
so I dont understand why everyone is still at the park…
Brian McRae's 5 o'clock shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 13, 2009 1:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
LOL...
…we’re just here for the Matlock play by play after they call it.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or the Maury Show...
“He is NOT the father!”
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by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 1:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't see any puddles on the warning track
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by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 1:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
try Right Center
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I see Al
under his blue and white, tho!
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by drewishdrewid on Apr 13, 2009 1:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
is that a live picture or something?
by Danny Satan on Apr 13, 2009 1:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wrigley Field webcam
You can access it through Cubs Club I think.
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by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Or through a secret portal, like I do
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 1:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
why isn't A-Ram in the lineup?
I've told you a million times never to exaggerate!!
by pscrblazer on Apr 13, 2009 1:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
back tightness
slash soreness
If it weren't for the gutter, my mind would be homeless.
by Cubsfanatic on Apr 13, 2009 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
bad?
I've told you a million times never to exaggerate!!
by pscrblazer on Apr 13, 2009 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
hope not
from what they’re saying it’s just precautionary
If it weren't for the gutter, my mind would be homeless.
by Cubsfanatic on Apr 13, 2009 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Correct.
He finished the game last night after he felt it.
Brian McRae's 5 o'clock shadow
by PurpleLineToWrigley on Apr 13, 2009 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sore back
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
MLB.tv just had a great moment
Len and Bob cued a weather report, which I’m assuming was a cut to the studio but the MLB.tv camera stayed live so I got to hear a little banter between everyone and organ music.
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by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 1:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Over-under on game-time...
2:30?(cent)
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
by Unique on Apr 13, 2009 1:13 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Wednesday 1:30
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
your optimistic.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
by Unique on Apr 13, 2009 1:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are you watching WGN? It doesn't look good.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm watching the radar.
The rain should stop soon.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
by Unique on Apr 13, 2009 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If it was 70 degrees, it might be different...
….but it’s 36 and windy. But, hey, like Lou says, “You can’t forecast the weather”.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's not nice
Brenly is a very nice man.
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by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Haha.
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
AHAHAHA
’AHAHAHAHA
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by Danny Satan on Apr 13, 2009 1:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oops, Tuesday.....so I guess it would be "over"
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
A little puddle in center
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 1:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
"Little"?
I could bog my 4×4 down in that…
"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
by Clutch16 on Apr 13, 2009 1:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hahaha...
Seriously, when WGN showed a live shot, right center was all puddles…
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's a live shot
It’s all soaked. If they do play after the delay, I just hope no one gets hurt.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 1:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
cmon, let's go let's go!
"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 13, 2009 1:20 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pat just said "between a half-hour and an hour" delay
Oh well…
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 13, 2009 1:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ritchie Valens?
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by tony412 on Apr 13, 2009 1:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lou...just say it...
“I made this lineup solely based on a rainout”…
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by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:22 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lou... just say it...
“I did it for the lulz”
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by CubsBullsBears on Apr 13, 2009 1:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
With MB and ARam out
this lineup is the perfect opportunity to bat Soriano lower down…. i’d love to see it!
If it weren't for the gutter, my mind would be homeless.
by Cubsfanatic on Apr 13, 2009 1:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Agree completely.
Over time, your quickness with a cocky rejoinder must have gotten you many punches in the face - Al Swearengen
by lemon20pie on Apr 13, 2009 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm mad that MLB Audio isn't active
Through my ipod yet. oh well.
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by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 1:27 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
You don't want to listen to Gary Meier on WGN
…trust me.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 13, 2009 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I just called MLB Audio
They reset my password and audio is now working. I asked how that should affect the feed and the tech just told me to be grateful that it’s working.
I did clear my Internet cache several times before I mention this because calling tech support and am using Adobe Flash 10. I mention this because they will ask you to do this before proceeding.
"I knew we were in for a long season when we lined up for the national anthem on opening day and one of my players said, 'Every time I hear that song I have a bad game.'" - Jim Leyland
by flachimesa on Apr 13, 2009 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just started up for me in both computer and ipod.
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
oops
I did clear my Internet cache several times before calling tech support and am using Adobe Flash 10. I mention this because they will ask you to do this before proceeding.
"I knew we were in for a long season when we lined up for the national anthem on opening day and one of my players said, 'Every time I hear that song I have a bad game.'" - Jim Leyland
by flachimesa on Apr 13, 2009 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Standing O as the groundscrew takes the field!
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Grounds crew!
"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
by Clutch16 on Apr 13, 2009 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
are they taking off teh tarp?
"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 13, 2009 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Tarp is off
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Apr 13, 2009 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, take that tarp off, baby.
make*art
by neverAcquiesce on Apr 13, 2009 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
TAKE IT OFF! TAKE IT OFF!
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
by sanantonecub on Apr 13, 2009 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
This great, the MLB radio feed is just dead air with the Wrigley Field organ playing
in the background
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 13, 2009 1:31 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That is one of life's simple pleasures, for sure.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"
by NightPutting on Apr 13, 2009 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
in-a-gadda-da-vida?
If it weren't for the gutter, my mind would be homeless.
by Cubsfanatic on Apr 13, 2009 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
is that legal?
"If it's obvious, it's obviously wrong." - a well known stock market guru
by LAcarl519 on Apr 13, 2009 1:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
There's some lonely souls in the First Pitch thread
If you wanna JUMP
"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
by Clutch16 on Apr 13, 2009 1:34 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Telecasting Z's no-no
“Oh baby!”
If you wanna watch it
by northernsails on Apr 13, 2009 1:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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