Return To The Desert: Cubs vs. Diamondbacks, Monday 4/26, 8:40 CT
by Al on Apr 27, 2009 6:00 PM CDT
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Let's see. Carlos Marmol and Aramis Ramirez are out, but may return as soon as today. Milton Bradley is still out with no target date. Derrek Lee has a recurrence of the same neck problem that forced him to miss a few days both last year and in 2007, but he's hoping to be in tonight's lineup. So the Cubs are down possibly four players, without any DL time for any of them (not that I'm advocating that) so that they could have some reinforcements.
And maybe that's why Lou is not worried about Geovany Soto's slow start; Soto is hitting only .128 and has missed a few games with that minor shoulder problem. But Lou says he should be fine:
"I was a Rookie of the Year myself in 1969 and my second year, I hit .301," Piniella said. "What I'm trying to say is, if you have the same approach and you maintain your confidence and swing at strikes, you have an advantage, too, because you know the pitchers you're out there facing.
"You hear about the 'sophomore slump,'" he said. "I think that phrase is more up here [in one's head] than it is physical. It's more mental than physical. I think he's going to be fine. I just have to play him and keep him getting at-bats until he has a couple good solid games and he starts hitting the ball and I think things will start flowing from there."
I'm a bit worried about Geo's weight. He looks heavier this year. I hope all the time away at the WBC didn't get him out of shape.
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Dan Haren has an 8.04 career ERA against the Cubs in three starts -- but only one since he came to the Diamondbacks. Most of that bad ERA comes from this June 10, 2004 game when he gave up 10 earned runs in 3.2 innings. The only current Cubs who were in that game -- Derrek Lee and Aramis Ramirez -- may not even play tonight. Alfonso Soriano is 6-for-17 vs. Haren from their time together in the AL, with 3 doubles and 2 HR. Hard to believe he has a 1-3 record with that ERA, but the D'backs have scored a total of three runs in Haren's four starts so far this year.
Ted Lilly has held Arizona hitters to a .233 average in 103 career AB. But among the 24 hits he's allowed to current D'backs are 4 doubles, 2 triples, and 7 homers, not including a certain famous HR in the 2007 NLDS. He'll have to keep the ball down tonight, particularly vs. Chris Young, who is 3-for-9 vs. Ted, all three of the hits being for extra bases (two doubles, a HR).
Neither of tonight's pitchers has issued many walks this year so far. Perhaps that will mean a quick game -- the "fastest" game so far this year was 2:34, last Friday's loss at St. Louis, and of the 17 games so far, eight have been three hours or longer, two of those being extra-inning affairs.
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I was a little worried when I read about Geo's added weight
back in March.
It seemed that his improvement has a ballplayer, and ascension to the big leagues, came after he lost all the weight, while working with Kerry Wood.
Now, some of the weight is back on
"You win because of the quarterback. We have to get that position stabilized. We're fixated on that." -- Jerry Angelo (12.30.2008)
Jerry Angelo trades for Jay Cutler! (4.2.2009)
.
by SackMan on Apr 27, 2009 6:05 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
A-ha!
The hidden cost of losing Kerry Wood reveals itself!
"I'll never forget how I felt last October." ~Kosuke Fukudome
by Goodie1969 on Apr 27, 2009 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Put him on the Ted Lilly program.
He’ll get so fit, he’ll knock himself out.
How long should we give sig lines at the bottom of the comments?
Bradley watch -- out 7 games of 17
by znohitter on Apr 27, 2009 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would happily offer to help Geo watch his weight
"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 27, 2009 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I dunno if I'll be staying up for a lot of these west coast games...
…they just run so darn late. I don’t see any Twitter updates from Gordo yet, meaning the lineup is probably still being fiddled with. Even so, the Diamondbacks have scored the 2nd lowest total in the NL – 63 runs (we’ve scored 82) – and no one outside of Lopez and Reynolds is hitting the ball with anything above a 100 OPS+. Qualls already has 4 saves and a 12:1 K:B, so we do not want the ball in his hands.
I really would like to say the Cubbies are gonna win this one, but considering I have absolutely no idea what our lineup is gonna look like, I’ll just say we are gonna take at least 2/3 in this series. Keep em low, Theodore.
Dan
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:08 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Who's gonna post the GIF?
I feel like watching Teddy slam the glove.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 6:09 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
I love that too!
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That glove had it coming
It shouldn’t had held the ball that was hit…
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You LOVE it? Oh man, why?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Because it reminds me of when we got murdered in the NLDS in 2007...
…Oh, wait, that’s not something I want to relive. Ever.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That was
A succesful season. Yes I would’ve like more, but it still was.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
So try remembering the good things...not the painful sucky things.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Seriously though
Do you have the gif?
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm glad no one posted it.
Let’s leave it in history where it belongs.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
by Al on Apr 27, 2009 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
just wait
Crawdad or “Ol Pete” will come along and do it.
"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 27, 2009 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Unsteady Teddy
When I posted the Lilly gif it was in response to a numskull comment by Santo on how Lilly never lets anything get to him when he’s on the mound. Hello Ron? How soon Ron glossed over that comical meltdown by Unsteady Teddy.
"People shouldn’t bust your chops just because you’re a Sox fan on a Cub board — but I know it happens. FWIW, I think sites like this are more interesting when fans of other teams join in the conversation." by Shanghai Badger on Mar 13, 2009
by DrCrawdad on Apr 27, 2009 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what did I tellya folks?
ain’t he a peach?
"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 27, 2009 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ain't you a ...
"People shouldn’t bust your chops just because you’re a Sox fan on a Cub board — but I know it happens. FWIW, I think sites like this are more interesting when fans of other teams join in the conversation." by Shanghai Badger on Mar 13, 2009
by DrCrawdad on Apr 27, 2009 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Can't wait for this
Especially when the best thing I have to do right now is play ink ball.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
GO CUBS GO!!!
lets go teddy!!!
Guy at bar: "Do you just like that hat or do you like Chicago?"
Me: "I'm in Love, Obsessed and Addicted to the Chicago Cubs!"
by KC in OK on Apr 27, 2009 6:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Twittermeyer...
Rami, Bradley still out. Lee too. 2-man bench for Cubs tonight./blockquote>
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:21 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
That's if you're counting each body as "1".
I wouldn’t count Joey as “1”, and I almost wouldn’t count Hill as “1”, either. So we are gonna have a catcher and a shitty outfielder on our bench tonight. Wow, this is great.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Why not for Hill?
He’s been great.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He's not bad this year, no no.
But he played in game #7…and game #17. Kinda hard for a guy to do that, even though he had a hit the other night. And he’s a catcher…that would probably have to play 3B or 1B if someone got hurt. I don’t like it.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And I hope Teddy pitches a complete game shutout and both of them STAY on the bench tonight.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The fact Bradley didnt hit the DL
is a joke
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Just one more thing he hasn't hit this year
"You win because of the quarterback. We have to get that position stabilized. We're fixated on that." -- Jerry Angelo (12.30.2008)
Jerry Angelo trades for Jay Cutler! (4.2.2009)
.
by SackMan on Apr 27, 2009 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
ill go with
heyooooo
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gordo Says:
Lineup: sori, riot, fuky, rejo, hoff, soto, font, miles, lilly.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Weak...
3 of our 4 premier offensive players are out.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yikes....I assume they must be somewhat optmisitc about one of the three
…Lee, Rami or Bradley to continue to go this shorthanded w/o any moves.
New sig currently under construction
by JB 23 on Apr 27, 2009 6:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Jeez, Reed's pressing already....
Cleanup?
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Apr 27, 2009 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lilly batting 9th in that lineup?
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
by Al on Apr 27, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I foresee lots of hitting and running
and attempting to manufacture runs with this 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 27, 2009 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hear they call that
small ball.
"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 27, 2009 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I remember hearing rumors in Spring Training
that the Cubs bench allowed them to play this “small ball.” We shall see if they actually can.
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 27, 2009 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
oftentime
the adjective “scrappy” is applied before this phrase, “small ball.”
"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 27, 2009 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
or tonight
before the word lineup
CUBS SCRAPPY LINEUP
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
maybe they'll show it to us
onna tee-vee. Maybe Lou actually wrote 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 27, 2009 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
they go hand-in-hand, really.
along with “intangibles”
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 27, 2009 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
also
gutting it out. Toolsy.
"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 27, 2009 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
add
hustling, diving, tenacious and “little things” to the pot, as well.
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 27, 2009 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
grippy
“a real player”.
"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 27, 2009 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
add it all up
and you’ve got Ryan Theriot.
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 27, 2009 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what about
these little screws here? They don’t seem to go anyplace.
"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 27, 2009 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Speaking of mlb extra innings...
Im new with the extra inning package. I live in the phoenix area. does anyone know if the cubs broadcast of the game will be blacked out? im not thrilled with the idea of having to listen to darren sutton for 9 innings.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Any game on your local broadcast schedule will be blacked out.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
On FSN Comcast here in Tucson
A baseball game is simply a nervous breakdown divided into nine innings. ~Earl Wilson
by tucsoncubsfan on Apr 27, 2009 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gordo also says that Z is listed as "extra hitter" on lineup card.
wow.
"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 Apr 27, 2009 6:25 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
This team needs
Micah Owings….
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No but Marquis would be nice
"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 27, 2009 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
+21
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh sweet Jesus...
…my first three unborn to see Zambrano play 3B tonight.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
easy for you to say three considering you won't be the preggo one. lol
"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 27, 2009 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
someone
find out what Worf is doing.
"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 27, 2009 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also from Gordo
Marmol (knee) had good bullpen session. Says he’s 100 percent. To be available Tuesday.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 6:29 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeabut...
…can he play middle infield?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
he can catch
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
by laidbackliam on Apr 27, 2009 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
For those who care
Ben Gordon is day to day on his hamstring. Gosh, we better protect Kane, Havlat, and Toews.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:30 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Huh?
Who dat?
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
All I'm going to say is
Gosh, I hope you’re kidding.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Never mind
I just realized it was basketball and hockey. Not a fan.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
perhaps if we combined the two sports?
Hocketball? Baskey?
I imagine guys on an ice rink skating around trying to shoot a hard black rubber ball into nets 10 feet above them, and only the “Goal Tenders” have sticks.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're onto something big!
The National Hocketball League. Est. 2009. The Chicago BlackBulls will open the season against the New York IslandKnicks.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sportsball
You go nine quarters, each one with an alternating base/basket/football/puck
defense has sticks
offense has bats
the goalie wears skates.
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
by laidbackliam on Apr 27, 2009 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
No kidding, we should lock up Cutler and throw away the key this week. The injury bug is in town....
New sig currently under construction
by JB 23 on Apr 27, 2009 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Am I the only one who doesn't think Cutler is going to be that great?
His numbers so far haven’t exactly been phenomenal, and he’ll have nobody to throw to this year.
by aramis on Apr 27, 2009 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was thinking the same thing
They’re pretty similar to Ortons.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I mean I understand being excited by a QB,
but I still think Aaron Rodgers is a great deal better than Cutler. With their potent offense, and a newly buffed up defense, I feel the Packers are the team to beat in the NFC North this year.
by aramis on Apr 27, 2009 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
someone after my own heart :)
Even if I’m not sure I agree. I hope Aaron has a good year. (ducks as all the Bears fans realize I am a Packer fan)
"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 27, 2009 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Vikings fan here.
love what they did in the draft and they will be your NFC North favorite. Take that to the bank!
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am pissed
no one from University of Phoenix Online got drafted.
I mean, come one, WTF
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is this Mark Schlereth?
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Apr 27, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
That's because you don't know anything.
Go have some cheese curds and brats.
"He can't hit, he can't field, he can't run—all he can do is beat you."
by Itchy on Apr 27, 2009 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Blasphemy!
"You win because of the quarterback. We have to get that position stabilized. We're fixated on that." -- Jerry Angelo (12.30.2008)
Jerry Angelo trades for Jay Cutler! (4.2.2009)
.
by SackMan on Apr 27, 2009 6:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
WOW....
What does a bear on birth control and the World Series have in common? No cubs!
unnamedDBacksfan, on AZSnakepit.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:35 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Old, bad joke.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He.....
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh, I get it.
Because we haven’t won a World Series in over one hundred years. But do bears take birth control? What if it’s a Catholic bear?
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
that's a big can of Catholic worms
though the bear probably won’t be invited to speak at Notre Dame…
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 27, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
first time that joke was told
a caveman fell off his dinosauer laughing
new material is a nice thingh
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Give them a break though...it's their site. It's not like they're posting it over here in our gamethread.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
’Preciate the backup over there on the AZ Pit. Well done.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Welcome...now give me your car keys, you're in no position to drive yourself home.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’m already home…
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You're drunker than I thought...
now get out of the women’s bathroom and I’ll apologize to the manager of this Denny’s and we can get out of here.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
wow
a total of nine comments on the day? I’m aquiverin’ in my boots.
"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 27, 2009 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
OT
But since were going up against the marlins this weekend just thought id pass this along. He was just hit in the right wrist with a pitch and it didnt look good. Removed from the game immediately for xrays.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:36 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He who?
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
holy crap, sorry.
i suppose a name would have been helpful, sorry:)
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
You still haven't
Given a name….
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hanley Ramirez
dtpollitt gave it……
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Dan did it right under you, it's Hanley Ramirez.
by aramis on Apr 27, 2009 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
o
Got it.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, I don't root for injuries.
But I won’t be unhappy if Hanley can’t play this weekend.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
by Al on Apr 27, 2009 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
"He" refers to Hanley Ramirez...
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also, we don't have to face Josh Johnson, which is great luck.
by aramis on Apr 27, 2009 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
yep, and nolasco hasnt looked good at all
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah, who knows about Nolasco.
But Josh Johnson is the real deal. His stuff is absolutely sick.
by aramis on Apr 27, 2009 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
He.....
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Cards-2 Braves-0
Through 1 and a half.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
[Gosh] [darn] it
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
GIve it up Lou
If Bradley has no time table to return, put him on the DL. Put it retroactive to Saturday so its really less than two weeks. He should be well rested and ready to go then.
Movement to make Jeff Samardzija our closer!
by Chanman25 on Apr 27, 2009 6:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
agreed
if they dont have a return date put him on the DL. He is taking up a usable spot.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 6:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
David Ross RBI double
Plates Kotchman, 2-1 Cards.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
It's going to be
difficult tonight posting in here, watching the Cubs and flipping to catch the Blackhawks too.
by sue369 on Apr 27, 2009 6:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
well if the Cubs don't do well............
you might not want to be here anyways :(
"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 27, 2009 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
but they will do well, so plan on sticking around!
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hope so,
but a lineup with Johnson batting cleanup isn’t extremely inspiring
by aramis on Apr 27, 2009 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
well the dbacks for whatever reason dont score runs for haren. 3 in 4 starts(knock on wood)
so hopefully a ton of offense wont be needed tonight.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was away for a week, has it still been extremely negative once the team gets down?
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Oh shut up!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Apr 27, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think we had 3 posts about how much certain players suck...
…AFTER WE WON.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lou's rookie year...
Ladies? Thoughts?
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Apr 27, 2009 6:57 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He didn't
quite have that egg shape back then.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Marv Staehle wears funny hats.
And of course, Lou never played for the Pilots. He was taken by them in the expansion draft, but was traded to KC just before Opening Day, where he won the Rookie of the Year award.
Just think. If the Seattle Pilots hadn’t traded him, Lou might have played his career out as a Milwaukee Brewer.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
by Al on Apr 27, 2009 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Marc Steaele
Is actually related to my friend.
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
what the hell
every happened to Marv Staehle?
Oh, traded to the Expose. Harsh.
"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 27, 2009 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I would rather NOT have any thoughts
Looks like a reject from a defective batch of G.I Joe dolls
"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 27, 2009 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Xrays negative on Hanley's wrist.
guess were gonna see him this weekend
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 7:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Pardon my ignorance
But why is Gathright called “rejo” by B.Miles in the lineup?
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
by Reddevil on Apr 27, 2009 7:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I think "rejo" is Reed Johnson
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I knew I was gonna feel dumb
But I’d rather feel dumb than have Gathright starting. Thx.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
by Reddevil on Apr 27, 2009 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also, it wasn't B. Miles, it was Gordo tweeting....
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guess I'm living proof
that accuracy is overrated. (thx again)
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
by Reddevil on Apr 27, 2009 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
twss
"Check the magic of a winning season and there are always reasons beyond the talent." Ned Colleti
by wrigleyrocker12 on Apr 27, 2009 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
TWSS
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Nice play there.
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
good grief, dont scare me like that.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are you implying that Gathright isn't up to snuff?
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think he'd be great if he could hit in the majors.
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd rather be Jim Hendry
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
close?
to what? The gatorade dispenser?
"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 27, 2009 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
see above....
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Anyone recall Augie Ojeda going off on us last year?
I know he will be starting at SS so im hoping he doesnt repeat.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 7:19 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
He annoys me because of how well he hits us. And because he was once a Cub.
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Early
it listed Lilly vs Petit on Cubs.com, did they switch it back ?
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on Apr 27, 2009 7:28 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Cubs.com lists Lilly vs. Haren.
So does Yahoo.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
by Al on Apr 27, 2009 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
weird
same thing was listed on the diamondbacks website too
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on Apr 27, 2009 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Gameday has Haren, too, FWIW
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 27, 2009 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
This is one of my least favorite series of the season
After the two Marlins debacles I think going to Chase Field is the worst.
Ted Lilly meeting the only place and person that has ever stopped him. That will be fun to watch.
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 27, 2009 7:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Lets try it again
HAREN
LETS LIGHT THIS MOTHERF***ER UP
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 7:40 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yeah!
How’s the new condo?
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Condo is good
Even better that I got 285 on HD to watch the game.
Ill revert back after a loss (5 games from now :))
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hammer, er... drops in.
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 27, 2009 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Let's do it.
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What is that?
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 27, 2009 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Apparently
a “MOTHERF***ER.”
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
a lit-up motherf**er
"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 Apr 27, 2009 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
the last person to say no to Lilly
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lilly is one mean son of a gun!
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Apr 27, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
true but he once taught a german shephard
to bark in spanish
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
And pass it around!
"Hats for bats.....keep bats warm." - Pedro Cerrano
"Hey bartender, Jobu needs a refill !!!!!!!" - Eddie Harris
by willie mays hayes' gloves on Apr 27, 2009 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Twittermeyer says Bradley to be back tomorrow
by cubsnlinux on Apr 27, 2009 7:45 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Yep
Lou says bradley available tonight for double switch. Could return to lineup tues.
Good news
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 27, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
also, Rami on tues
hopefully. Lee could be another day.
"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 27, 2009 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It seems that everything might be just about done
Hopefully this string of injuries means we get a break for a while
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 27, 2009 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Also
Ramirez also a good bet for tues. Lee could be another day after that.
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 27, 2009 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
if Hoff is hitting the ball well
do we bench him for Lee tho? Dont we need to play the hot hand a little
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I guarantee 100% that Lou will start Lee over Hoff, when Lee is healthy
he stated that he’s going for defense over offense from now on. Hoff is still a butcher
Men write many fine and plausible arguments in support of monarchy, but the fact remains that where every man in a state has a vote, brutal laws are impossible.
by BoVandy on Apr 27, 2009 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
in RF yes, not so much at 1B
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lee is gold glove caliber, Hoff is not
Hoff will return to the bench when Lee is 100%
Men write many fine and plausible arguments in support of monarchy, but the fact remains that where every man in a state has a vote, brutal laws are impossible.
by BoVandy on Apr 27, 2009 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Lee is great on D
…..unfortunately I would take 4 other first baseman in the NL Central alone over him. 3 definetely and 4 most likely.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not with neck spasms
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
never 100% with neck injury
so he will be close sure, but never again the same, trust me
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Are you related to Micah or did DLee do something personally to both you and clutche?
"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 27, 2009 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
neither
just want to see some victories, and if Micah is hitting and able to play 1B why rush back an injured Dlee who is not hitting?
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
but you were on that bandwagon back in ST
"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 27, 2009 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and the offense seems to backing it up, right?
I am not anti Lee, but i am anti Losing. Dlee has not been hitting the ball, and has a bad neck, why not let him rest a bit?
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If it was anyone else filling in besides Micah would you be that excited?
I guess I don’t want double clutching Theriot throwing to someone who isn’t 6 ft 6 who can make some great plays @ first. Last time I checked Micah’s detractors disliked his defense not his offense.
It’s ok to have a man crush on Micah. :)
"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 27, 2009 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
im see nothing wrong with giving him some time
he is a 1B, not horrid at 1B and is hitting the ball. What is wrong with that?
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
fwiw
my complaints about Hoff on D are related to him playing outfield. He’s apparently a competent first baseman. No, he’s not as good as Lee, but he can stand in when Lee’s not healthy.
However, if Lou and Lee say that Lee is ready to come back on Wednesday, I want Lee back on Wednesday.
"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 27, 2009 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
This presents my hidden Lou theory of the season
HYPOTHETICAL AGAIN
Hoff gets hot, lets say he dominates today. Lee is ready to play, but Hoff is hot. Next thing you know we have a platoon going.
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 27, 2009 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
and that he is available for a double switch
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
More Twittermeyer
Ramirez also a good bet for tues. Lee could be another day after that.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 7:47 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
So
the DVR is set because Ill be asleep by 1015
Sucks but I figure getting in early and leaving late is smart these days.
Prediction – Nov 3 – the Cubs win the WS and the DOW makes a record leap.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 7:55 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I hate
Cubs and Hawks both late starts
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 7:56 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Its different for everyone...
…but if sporting events took place at 6pm for me everyday Id be a happ(ier) man.
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd alternate between that and 1:20 games and I'd be a happy girl
"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 27, 2009 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ok 24 time
I might be back for the Cubs. Hopefully Ted gives me a birthday win!
www.talkingchicagobaseball.blogspot.com
by nji232 on Apr 27, 2009 8:00 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Happy birthday!
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
by chilango2 on Apr 27, 2009 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Chase Daniel signs a contract
to celebrate your birthday.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
with whom?
Funny the way it is, how a kid walks ten miles to school while another is dropping out
by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
washington redskins
the pink hat guy is my father
by joeschmitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
speaking of the redskins
anyone listen to Colin Cowherd? Tearing them a new one this morning
Funny the way it is, how a kid walks ten miles to school while another is dropping out
by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Happy Bday
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
by Cubbie-Tim on Apr 27, 2009 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Happy B-Day!
Mine is tomorrow… I want a 130 game winning streak for my birthday.
How long should we give sig lines at the bottom of the comments?
Bradley watch -- out 7 games of 17
by znohitter on Apr 27, 2009 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Whats up party people
Funny how loneliness sounds so good, until you hear the echoes of your soul burning a hole in your shirt. -DJM
by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:01 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
throw your hands in the air!
"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 27, 2009 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
rough weekend
Glad i was spending my time going to see DMB on Friday and Saturday
Funny the way it is, how a kid walks ten miles to school while another is dropping out
by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
cue DBM argument
in five, four, three, two…
>points
"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 27, 2009 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I hate DMB fans that think...
DMB is the greatest most revolutionary thing to ever happen to music.
I once had someone argue to me that the drummer for DMB was better than Neil Peart. I couldnt stop laughing for 5 minutes.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
DMB and Rush are 1 and 2 on my list respectively
I’ve seen DMB 30 times now and Rush 7 times. I study this music. Peart is no question the takes the cake when it comes to technical precision and complexity of rhythms. Carter is a blast to listen to, improvises out of no where and performs his music like no one else.
Funny the way it is, how a kid walks ten miles to school while another is dropping out
by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Glad to see...
there are knowledgeable DMB fans. I have never had a love for their music but I see nothing wrong with them.
Saw Rush for the first time when they came through Chicago for their snakes and arrows tour, and man can they still rock for their age.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Typecasting DMB fans or saying “glad to see there are knowledgeable DMB fans” is akin to saying all of Wrigley Field and Cubs fans are drunken preppy assholes. Grow the fuck up.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
i dont see how that was necessary but to each his own
by kodypuckett23 on Apr 27, 2009 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
In the last 10 minutes
I’ve heard “I hate DMB fans…” and “Glad to see there are knowledgeable DMB fans.”
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I said...
I hate DMB fans that think
DMB is the greatest most revolutionary thing to ever happen to music.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm a DMB fan, and I took it personally, because you're making a wholly ignorant and silly blanket statement.
To each his own, but I’m hard-pressed to find another band that started in the late 80s/early 90s that’s still making platinum records, winning Grammys, selling out every single show they put on (and is always on the top 10 list of biggest tours), wasn’t created by a TV show or MTV, writes and performs its own music, and sticks to its roots. I’m pretty short-minded, because obviously I grew up with this music, but someone like Pearl Jam comes to mind in staying-power like DMB, but not many other bands. And in an age of shit music, I appreciate the bravado a full 7 piece band brings to a live concert. They don’t make ’em like they used to.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I fully agree with that statement.
And yeah I probably could have worded it a little nicer. Seeing you guys so passionate about DMB is making me go listen and see for myself.
As for the age of shit music…man you couldnt be more right. I wish I was born about 20-30 years ago just for the music.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well then, I’m sorry I told you off.
My dad and I have an on-going argument about who makes the best music -England or the USA. I am continually arguing guys like Segar, Springsteen, DMB, Pearl Jam, Cash, etc.-against him and his Pink Floyd Dark Side of the Moon bicep tattoo. I think I’ll eternally lose this argument.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have no idea why that's crossed out.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
a dash
on either side of a word means “strike” in SBN-code.
like this
"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 27, 2009 8:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Drew with the a-sist
Funny the way it is, how a kid walks ten miles to school while another is dropping out
by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:34 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I have to go England
Zeppelin is probably my favorite band.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:36 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
How about Depeche Mode?
But that’s just my tastes in music
by chitownhawkeye on Apr 27, 2009 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'm not a huge DMB fan but I like some of the music
I will agree with you though. Whenever I get into arguments with people about what eras of music is better, one question I always ask regarding current music is “Name a recent band that will likely be around and that people will want to see when the band is in their 50’s/60’s”.
DMB is one of the few and they have been around for 15 years.
by rlpete on Apr 28, 2009 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
The only ones I have met though
So thats how Im gonna end up opinion towards them.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
not all DMB fans are stupid college drunks
There is something real in that music, I wish i could just get everyone to see it. Don’t waste your time on the studio things. Too influenced by radio friendly minded producers. If there is one thing i can do to change your mind, get Live Trax 15 thats about to be released through the DMB site: www.dmband.com. Form your opinions from this.
Snakes and Arrows tour was fantastic. Despite looking like he was going to keel over dead on his drums, neil rocked the house and geddy still brings it
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the info
Been looking for some new music, I will defiantly have to check it out and hopefully like what i hear.
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
If there is one thing i can ever give someone
it would be DMB’s music. Sure there are idiots who embarrass every fan base, but as I’m sure you know, the majority of any fanbase is knowledgeable and passionate about their, well, passion
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah everyone has them
I like finding the good fans, which is why Im glad I found BCB lots of great Cub’s fans here :)
"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 jkobus on Apr 27, 2009 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I could not agree more
Sometimes when i see stupid cubs fans i get angry
Don’t represent my team like that you fucktard!
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I'd start with
Red Rocks or Before These Crowded Streets if you want the best of DMB. That, and the new album. It’s gonna be unreal with the death of LeRoi as its emotional core.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't think so
Granted RR and BTCS are classics, its almost cliche to recommend. In today’s ‘market’, I’m giving people the newest versions of songs from the 08 and now the 09 tours. This would be Live Trax. 13-15, and Live at Mile High which is in stores
and i recommend everyone get Big Whiskey and the GrooGrux King
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I don't buy the Live Trax.
DMB allows you to record all their shows free, legally, and to download and share them online as much as you wish as long as you do not profit off them. I download all the shows I want online and don’t have to pay a cent for Live Trax. Red Rocks is the best live CD, bar none. And I still think BTCS is the best studio album.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:33 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I've been downloading shows for years and mailing tapers my blank cds before that
But nothing compares to a soundboard recording. Plus, if you know where to look, you don’t have to pay a cent for live trax either :-P
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no arguments tonight
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thatta boy! In Charlotte?
I’ll be going to my 23 & 24th DMB concerts this summer, and will probably end up going two the one here in KC and the last one of the tour in OK, too. The new album is gonna be sick, I’ve been downloading all the tour shows lately. I love “Why I Am”.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Ill be attending my first next Wed, cannot wait.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I was in Vandy. 6 rows from the stage :)
This was show number 30 and it was unreal. Love where the band is growing to. Why I Am is awesome live. AWESOME! FTWIS and Spaceman are also going to be very good. The band is playing out of their minds. Best i’ve seen them
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My claim to fame:
I was @ the Iowa State show the night before Live @ Luther College was recorded. It was amazing.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
was at Alpine 04 which is live trax 8, busch stadium which is live trax 13 and alpine 08 which is going to be released as live trax 15
All that…..but no dave and time show for me…. :( props man
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I’ve been to Alpine every year for the last 7 or 9 years, I can’t even remember at this point. I took my brother when we were in high school and we have been going ever since. We made the drive from Minnesota every year, then when I went to UW it was a bit easier. We camp at the same exact two camp sites every year – Kettle Moraine – and last year had a big assed RV with a real neat DMB flag and flag pole that I home made. I truly believe Alpine is his favorite place to play.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Alpine!!!
You and I are in agreement there. My first DMB show was 9.1.02 at Alpine and I’ve been every year since. Now we do a lake house on lake geneva with about 20 people…most of whom are my clones who are avid followers after i shoved it down their throats.
I agree. Alpine is the ultimate
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
saw Jimmy Buffett there
summer of 07. Fun times!
"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 27, 2009 8:23 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
My dad tells me of times
when he saw rush, boston, kansas there for like $4.50
i couldnt imagine
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Well, it's where Stevie Ray Vaughn was killed.
His chopper crashed a few miles after taking off from Alpine.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
you are correct
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by heine41 on Apr 27, 2009 8:31 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Id just like everyone to know
that I love Sue
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 8:02 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
The best!
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 8:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Im out all - GO CUBS
LIGHT EM UP!
"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry
"Swung on belted!!!"---Chip
by Hammer on Apr 27, 2009 8:07 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
in arizona for training
couldn’t make it to Phoenix tonight, stuck drinking beer in my room
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!!!
by deployedcubfan on Apr 27, 2009 8:10 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
but you got beer and baseball.........
so it’s all good?
"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 27, 2009 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
no HD on fox sports arizona, stupid arizona!
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 8:18 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
I'm seeing it
734 on Cox Cable. Pre-game show right now, game to follow. What’s your provider?
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I went to snakepit, not good.
There is a video of Lilly throwing the glove. It was the first time I went to the other teams site, I do like seeing the other teams perspective on the match up. Al maybe you should start including that in your pre-game thread if it isn’t too much of a pain.
At snakepit they only had 12 comments, how weak.
Chicago Cubs baseball is on the air...
by slocs55 on Apr 27, 2009 8:24 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
We're all at the game
:-)
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 8:25 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Im going tomorrow night and id be willing to bet there will be almost the same amount of blue as sedona red.
by AzCubfan24 on Apr 27, 2009 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Yep
You’re probably right. However, in the interests of North-South diplomacy, and my respect for Al, best if we do not open that can of worms again…
Oh, and the Lilly video will forever remain his defining moment to Arizona fans – even if [as I pointed out in the preview], he has largely owned us outside of that game. Sometimes life is strange like that.
"Win, or die" -- Marquise de Merteuil
by Jim McLennan on Apr 27, 2009 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I had to say something to combat watching that video.
As I said, I liked your gameday thread and will probably check it out for the rest of this series. I had to do a double take with Haren’s ERA when I saw his record.
Chicago Cubs baseball is on the air...
by slocs55 on Apr 27, 2009 8:44 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Hey, if I were you guys, I'd show that video all the time.
I don’t like it, cuz I’m a Cubs’ fan, but of course you should show it.
Evey Hammond: Vi Veri Veniversum Vivus Vici. V: By the power of truth, I, while living, have conquered the universe.
by dtpollitt on Apr 27, 2009 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
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