Overflow Thread 2: Cubs vs. Padres, Saturday 5/23, 9:05 CT
by Al Yellon on May 23, 2009 11:00 PM CDT
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The winning thread.
"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.
please
let that be true
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 23, 2009 11:11 PM CDT up reply actions
This is an 0-6 road trip, folks.
You just know one when you see one, sadly.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on May 23, 2009 11:11 PM CDT reply actions
LILLY.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Will he lead off?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
i didnt' feel like looking it up
Hope Lilly plants a catcher or 2.
maybe that’d be the kick in the ass we need.
Et tu, SDSJM?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:12 PM CDT up reply actions
That's Headley!
Ks, End of 7. 3-1 Dads.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Jose Macias batting 3rd
That happened once
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 23, 2009 11:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I never liked looking at Mr. Perez. Something about him was just too ugly.
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Something new had to happen
That trio was a great new idea, but it was new. 0 – 11.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 23, 2009 11:27 PM CDT up reply actions
Luke Gregerson?
In to pitch for SD
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
So how many quality performances from our starters can we waste in one week?
I am really in awe at the ineptitude of the offense and there are seemingly NO answers at this time…..except waiting for ARam to rescue us….if we are even still in it by then….yuck
i asked that last night
apparently yes.
he looks mondo weird without the rug on his face, doesn’t he?
And Miles in to pinch hit
This should end well.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
He's a bit over the Mendoza line.
"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.
Add Randy Wells to the list of
starting pitcher who deserved better from the team this week.
stupid offense.
4-3
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Miles grounds out. 1 out.
"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.
Obligatory shot of Lilly in the dugout
The game is now complete.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
What the hell is he swinging at
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
Riot Ks
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Is Gregerson a Cy Young candidate?
"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.
I warned everybody back on Friday
about the roll the Padres are on. Somebody said …’bring on the Pads!" Not the best idea, as this team is streaky, and they can do no wrong against an anemic Cubs offense.
I just hate when this happens in this town. I never hear the end of it. For 25 years, I’ve never heard the end of it.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on May 23, 2009 11:17 PM CDT reply actions
You have to look at it this way SDSJM....
beating us is the WORLD SERIES for Padre fans. It’s the happiest they get to be all year long most of the time. That’s what I tell them when I have to hear about it.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Having lived in Irvine for a long time, and having stayed in SD for weeks on end....
I can’t believe anyone takes baseball that seriously there. Do you actually meet baseball fans 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.
Yes...when I talk to fans of the visiting teams that come to play the Padres.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:20 PM CDT up reply actions
There's a cadre that will never let 1984 go.
It’s even more fun than beating the Dodgers, for them. And, I can’t understand it. They play the Dodgers 57 times a year, but they can’t wait to shit on the Cubs.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on May 23, 2009 11:21 PM CDT up reply actions
Milton Bradley, I choose you!
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
What a pathetic bunch of bats right now.....it is getting really hard to love these guys....
and kind of hard to even like them…
Then don’t and go hang out at US Cellular.
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Using the term "US" is insensetive to any immigrants or foreign nationals who may be in this thread.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Really? Flagged for telling people who want to crap on the Cubs to go be Sox fans where they belong?
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:26 PM CDT up reply actions
no, flag ME!
I’M Spartacus!
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 24, 2009 12:48 AM CDT up reply actions
'Night, sue
I may skip the game tomorrow.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I'm going with the Blackhawks.
no baseball.
by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on May 23, 2009 11:19 PM CDT up reply actions
Sleep well....
and dream of Soto in the shower.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:21 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't know.
She might have trouble falling asleep in the shower.
"Any old kind of a run wins it!"--Jack Brickhouse
Kosuke Ks
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
This team is god awful.
I am sick. Sick.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
okay
I’m officially declaring that inning the low point of this slump
it all gets better from now
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 23, 2009 11:19 PM CDT reply actions
LOL, what could they do that is worse? You can only lose one game at a time.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:20 PM CDT up reply actions
don't tempt fate
I’m sure they could at least LOOK even worse doing it
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 23, 2009 11:21 PM CDT up reply actions
All these opposition pitchers
can’t be that good can they?
"Any old kind of a run wins it!"--Jack Brickhouse
Charlie Marble
In to pitch.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
So many problems to address on this offense.
However, first base isn’t the primary problem.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
even the worst Cubs teams of my lifetime never went through anything like this. We haven’t even had the bullpen to complain about all week lol
Um...the 1997 Chicago Cubs would like a word with you.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:23 PM CDT up reply actions
I heard the 50's were bad also. And the 60's.
"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.
The bullpen
has a couple of problems.
The offense has question marks at 2nd, short, and center.
Right field, and catcher are underperforming. And our best player is at third and he’s hurt.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
Gwynn the Younger FO9
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
This all started many moons ago with the 4th inning against the Astros
Or the pickoff of Soriano against Pineiro. Your pick.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
9th inning vs Astros
we were cruising and Gregg gave it away, got a win but its been bad since then.
Shut up Bob...You're a dork....say fugg or something on tv to spice up your boring ass performance
if these guys didn’t suck so bad everyone would know what a cheese knob you are
Ted Lilly WILL NOT LET THIS CRAP CONTINUE!!!!
He will bite the head off of this slump single handedly and then laugh as he spits the blood out in San Diego’s faces
EGon 4-3
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
absolutely positively
disgusting. Sweet Christ its the f’bombing Padres for f’ bombing sake!!!!!!!
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on May 23, 2009 11:22 PM CDT reply actions
Just got home after an excruciating day with the in-laws
and I see the slump is still intact. Holy funk. Shades of 2006.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Can we fire Dusty, again? Just for old times sake
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Ronny sounds really depressed.
I know because he sounds like me.
This line from a movie, television show or other piece of popular culture pretty much sums up my entire personality.
That guy who always homers off us
Walks
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Now Fukudome caught it
This is the most disgusting stretch of baseball I’ve seen in some time
There is no such thing as an ugly female breast
At least the cubs face the pirates in the next series.
The Cubs can’t lose to the pirates. Can they?
That's what people
were saying before this series.
"Any old kind of a run wins it!"--Jack Brickhouse
They'll be rested after not having to travel
So that’s something to consider…
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Not officially, no
Like I said above, just “something to consider.”
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
By the way, Lou
Theriot, Fuku, Bradley?
NOT a good idea
There is no such thing as an ugly female breast
S. Hairston FO8
Down to Bradley, Lee, and Micah
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Will Bradley look at a 3rd K again?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm saying he switches it up
And Ks swinging this time ’round.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
in his defense
that last one was a terrible call. hadn’t been a strike all night.
by ElHijoDelRonSanto on May 23, 2009 11:29 PM CDT up reply actions
are you really el hijo del Santo or just wanna be?
"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.
Heath Bell will not blow a 2 run lead.
Not the way things are going
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
True...because he's not going to pitch.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:28 PM CDT up reply actions
Your faith in your team is overwhelming. Tone it down a notch.
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:28 PM CDT up reply actions
I’m an actual fan. I go into every inning expecting 15 runs, not planning on their failure.
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:30 PM CDT up reply actions
It's almost getting too painful to watch
We’re watching a 140 million dollar payroll completely self destruct.
Hendry better start checking the want ads because no way is the new owner going to keep him around after this debacle.
Lou seems like he’s pretty much checked out too-maybe he’s getting too old to deal with this-he’s probably looking forward to a nice, easy front office job with the Yankees.
Hendry is on the hook for this bunch, and their backloaded contracts.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 23, 2009 11:29 PM CDT up reply actions
I have to believe that the Lou of, say, ten years ago...
would be kicking some serious ass over this.
I hate to say it, but I think the game has started to pass him by.
by bluekoolaide on May 23, 2009 11:31 PM CDT up reply actions
WOW
Bell does not pitch. Mujica.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
What's a mujica?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I guess SD is pretty confident that even a Mujica can hold us here.
Let’s show them…
"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.
Bradley leadoff single.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:29 PM CDT reply actions
Bradley shocks the world
Lead-off single
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
how to tell your offense stinks?
the other manager doesn’t even need his closer in the 9th of a 2 run game.
sigh
I'm not watching -- letting you guys say what happens
Maybe it’s better luck
There is no such thing as an ugly female breast
Mújica is missing his spots
Lee singles. Runners at the corners, no outs.
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Full count for Lee
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Lee basehit to left center
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:32 PM CDT reply actions
Lee singles!
1st and 3rd, no outs
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I like how each game the Cubs ALMOST look like they are gonna start something...
and then just as you start to hope they pull it back from you…….these guys need a whole bus load of Mark Grace certified slumpbusters!
Seriously? Are you a Sox or Cardinals fan? I can’t tell?
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:33 PM CDT up reply actions
No... just another hit
Too many guys trying to hit the ball 1,000 feet.
one more hit. Then the next guy
There is no such thing as an ugly female breast
The old man
is carrying this team on offense.
Low down dirty shame.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
And quite a few people want to bring up the flash-in-the-pan Jake Fox
There is no such thing as an ugly female breast
Hoff GIDP 3-4
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:33 PM CDT reply actions
oops...3-6
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Hoff 3-4 DP
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That is one of the most creative nicknames I've seen
Kudos to you!
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
can't catch
a fucking break, geez.
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on May 23, 2009 11:34 PM CDT reply actions
You make your own breaks.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Bradley is on 3rd.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:35 PM CDT up reply actions
3-1, Bradley on 3rd
2 away
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
nope 3-1
bradley on third
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on May 23, 2009 11:35 PM CDT up reply actions
We've had RISP?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
a surprising number of them
given the losing streak we’re on
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 23, 2009 11:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Called Strike 3.
Game over.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:36 PM CDT reply actions
Soto Ks looking
Game over.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Yup - I ain't watchin' tomorrow.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
we scored one
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on May 23, 2009 11:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Padre players and fans seem overly happy that they've won.
"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.
fake ass fans
1984 bs, mutiny !
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on May 23, 2009 11:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Thats 8 straight for them
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 23, 2009 11:37 PM CDT up reply actions
You should have seen STL this week. The whole city acted like they won the WS… again…
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Call it the “arc” if you ever want to mess with them. They get sooo mad.
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:39 PM CDT up reply actions
the Cubs have so many fans at road games now
that fans of the home teams really take extra satisfaction when their team beats the Cubs.
by ElHijoDelRonSanto on May 23, 2009 11:38 PM CDT up reply actions
Hoff's hit
Was right at Gonzalez – the DP was over in a second.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
yeah, Gonzalez
was holding Hoff on. He caught it right at the bag.
If Bradley had broken for home he would have cut him down easily.
by ElHijoDelRonSanto on May 23, 2009 11:39 PM CDT up reply actions
Hoffpauir SMOKED the ball....
Milton really didn’t ever have a chance to score.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:38 PM CDT up reply actions
hoff hit it to first
don’t want to make an out at home while trying to rally
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on May 23, 2009 11:38 PM CDT up reply actions
It's Derrek
Lee fault why we lost the game. He’s in a serious decline.
Tamia Lynn Davis:
Born: August 18, 2008
I'm gonna go with 'yes' on that one
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
I CANT TAKE THIS ANYMORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
I'm outta here..
’night all
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 23, 2009 11:39 PM CDT reply actions
Argh...
Why did Soto bat there? We had Soriano on the bench for pete’s sake. (Unless he has poor stats against Mujica…though i doubt it).
by CubsWin!Oregon on May 23, 2009 11:39 PM CDT reply actions
Relatively speaking sure...
But Soriano is still a bigger threat than Soto is. Soto looks like…a catcher batting. And particularly when you have a backup catcher available to play the field should you tie, I don’t get why you would keep in a mediocre/poor hitting catcher in that position when the game is on the line.
Like I said, maybe there were background numbers than I’m not aware of, but on face it doesn’t make much sense to me.
by CubsWin!Oregon on May 23, 2009 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions
He'll just bat nine times, then
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That would consist of...
Ted Lilly manning every position.
And the Cubs would win.
by CubsWin!Oregon on May 23, 2009 11:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Only because it's against the rules
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Actually, it's in the CBA...Ted is allowed to do that if he chooses.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions
It would seem only fair...
the CBA was negotiated single-handedly by Theodore while he sat at a Starbucks and catalogued the sins for which he’s forgiving us.
by CubsWin!Oregon on May 23, 2009 11:45 PM CDT up reply actions
If Mt. Lou doesn't erupt tonight
then fugg him, what did we hire him for anyway….this isn’t a matter of Neifi and Macias batting 3rd and 4th, this is a matter of highly-paid professionals stealing salaries!
Right
I’m starting to feel ridiculous for letting a bunch of underachieving multi-millionaires get to me like this.
by bluekoolaide on May 23, 2009 11:41 PM CDT up reply actions
"highly-paid professionals stealing salaries"
I empathize with the emotions here but they are trying. The Cubs are still within reach and they have the best pitching in the division, so they’ll be in contention if not leading the NL Central at some point soon.
Lee is a quality person. He’s just having a rough go, he’ll get over it.
"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
He happen to sort of hit a HR and single leading off the 9th tonight....
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:45 PM CDT up reply actions
SHHH!! Don’t interrupt the “frustration.”
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:46 PM CDT up reply actions
I know, I saw it. It was a smash. Good for Lee, hope he keeps it up.
"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
You're good people, Crawdad.
This line from a movie, television show or other piece of popular culture pretty much sums up my entire personality.
Saying something decent about me is a ban-able offense here.
"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
Dr. Crawdad has impeccable table manners and a warm handshake.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:11 AM CDT up reply actions
YOU'RE BANNED!
"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
No its not
otherwise badger and i would have both been gone a long time.
i have no problem with you… usually. :-P
How much shi# talking did you get here about Peavy Doc?
Or the 20-1?
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
A fair amount
It’s funny, usually when I say something positive (and I do it here on a regular basis) those comments garner little in the way of responses.
"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
I've argued basball with you before...
…but I respect your opinions — Usually pretty well thought out. Sorry, I still can’t stand Ozzie and the Sox! :)
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
Can you please write something rude soon
I have a hard time believing you’re a Sox fan otherwise… :)
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:50 PM CDT up reply actions
I usually only respond in kind...
… I don’t know that I make it a practice to come and pile-on or post “rude” things w/o provocation.
"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
Sure.
The bounce doesn’t even have to be that high. No Superball needed. The Cubs are only a few games out. They have the best pitching in the division and the offense will come around.
"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
Too easy
You’re overlooking any further injury, pitching slumps and making a huge assumption that somehow, someway this offense gets better and more consistent. You’re also refusing to believe that what started in the playoffs a year ago, and is continuing now, isn’t the new bar that has been set. The optimism is fine but you’re making some pretty huge leaps there when the reality may just indeed be that this could be the best you’re going to see out of this club this year. Betting on the come is a foolish bet.
Who needs a stinkin' tag line? What are they for anyway?
Don't forget that before this losing streak...
…they had a 5 game win streak
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
Quick, someone add up what alternating 5 wins and 6 losses the rest of the year will end up being.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:56 PM CDT up reply actions
I think you're the one
making the leaps.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 23, 2009 11:59 PM CDT up reply actions
OH NO! ARE YOU SAYING I'M A POLLYANNA?
Just kidding. I see what you’re saying. Going into the season I posted about potential holes on the Cubs and was roundly attacked. That said though, from what I’ve seen the Cubs have the best pitching in the NL Central and the offense will get going. So long as it’s not when the Cubs face the Sox I’m fine with it.
"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
That sound like a reasonable statement coming from someone on the internet.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:41 PM CDT up reply actions
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions
You call yourself a fan and then write “they suck!” about your team. Pride?
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:43 PM CDT up reply actions
It's called frustration...
…and folks are venting. Chill out
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
Can we please "vent" with some semblance of logic then?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:46 PM CDT up reply actions
didn't mean you specifically
but “venting” should be possible without being mean to everyone around you.
it takes time to type things in so the “spur of the moment vent” thing doesn’t really fly with me.
I hear you. Anger is to be expected...
…when our team has dropped 6 straight and scored 3 runns in over 40 innings
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
Anger is OK. Dumbness is annoying.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:54 PM CDT up reply actions
can't be honest
Right now the Cubs do ‘suck’ as a team. Lets hope they turn it around starting tomorrow.
my question is
why wasn’t hill in there if soto is slumping that bad.
Someday we'll go all the way.
by Cubbinstrongsince86 on May 23, 2009 11:40 PM CDT reply actions
I honestly don't think we could hit AAA pitching right now
and it’s starting to really look like this team’s quitting
by bluekoolaide on May 23, 2009 11:42 PM CDT up reply actions
It’s time for that. Soto needs to be reminded that his ROY doesn’t ensure him an everyday spot.
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Rest
It’s a good thing this team will be well-rested in October. Making those tee times would take an awful lot out of them after 162 games.
Who needs a stinkin' tag line? What are they for anyway?
At this rate the Padres will win 129 games.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:46 PM CDT up reply actions
That would be a pretty good season...
considering their pre-season expectations. Would that impact our ability to get Peavy do you think? I would think yes.
:-p
by CubsWin!Oregon on May 23, 2009 11:51 PM CDT up reply actions
I hope the next feature SBnation adds
is a filter so that every post with that pitcher’s name in it gets something different.
i’ve never gotten so exhausted of seeing anyone’s name before.
It's possible.
But you’ll have to ask Ted Lilly when he designs it. :)
by CubsWin!Oregon on May 23, 2009 11:55 PM CDT up reply actions
All right, kids
I’ve got a good book calling my name. See y’all on Monday.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
look at the positives
at least they’re crushing our hopes early this year rather than stringing us along until October
Here comes the do no wrong crowd....these guys are not getting it done....they've heard the criticism before.
it doesn’t mean that people are no longer Cubs fans, or hate the Cubs, it simply means they suck right now. Sheesh, what a bunch of oversensitive buffoons people are! The Cubs deserve all the criticism they get right now-you’re measured by how you perform….in anything.
VolPowers is not performing well on BCB lately....boo.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:53 PM CDT up reply actions
This almost
made me fall out of my chair with laughter.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 23, 2009 11:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Can you bat lefthanded?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:55 PM CDT up reply actions
You're a man of honor. You would donate the excess to my re-election campaign.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:56 PM CDT up reply actions
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:58 PM CDT up reply actions
That's 50 percent better than Aaron Miles right now! You're in!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:57 PM CDT up reply actions
agree
BUT on the other hand just cause they suck now doesn’t mean the season is over by any means, just have to keep plugging away and see what happens.
The problem is your criicism is based off one week of performance. Before they lost 6 straight they won 5, and are still over .500. It’s baseball. It’s a game of ups and downs. Jumping on their backs while they’re in a down moment doesn’t do anyone any good. As long as they make it to the all-star break near .500 we’re still very much in business.
Take lessons from teams that players love to play for, like St. Louis, where the fans stay behind the team even when things are rough.
by Mike Martin on May 23, 2009 11:57 PM CDT up reply actions
Have you ever read a thread at Viva El Birdos? They are just as likely to be on the ledge as any other team. In fact they had a similar ’can’t score to save their life’ streak right up until we played them.
Come to St. Louis and I’ll take you to a game. We’ll see how often they boo a player with STL on their cap for striking out.
by Mike Martin on May 24, 2009 12:02 AM CDT up reply actions
With all the injuries and players well known for slow starts, yes, this team is performing pretty much where I’d expect.
by Mike Martin on May 24, 2009 12:00 AM CDT up reply actions
They’re also performing way above expectations and won’t sustain it.
And they have the best player, manager, and pitching coach in the game.
by Mike Martin on May 24, 2009 12:03 AM CDT up reply actions
"Underachieving" is the key...
based on past performances, they will eventually begin to “achieve” at a much better expected level.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:01 AM CDT up reply actions
Eventually
you’d think they’d start going back to their career numbers. esp the guys with good track records (bradley, lee, miles)…
hope that starts now.
Every team will win 60 games and every team will lose 60 games.
It’s the other 40 that make the difference.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 23, 2009 11:59 PM CDT reply actions
If you going to say we're playing those 40 games right now...then you'd have a point.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:01 AM CDT up reply actions
Yep
I’m actually stunned by most of the posts I’m seeing tonight. Rational thought, no ledge-jumping … keep it up, gang.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:02 AM CDT reply actions
Win tomorrow
And not only does the losing streak end, the Cubs go 4-2 against the Friars. But they also go back to SD for three games in August.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:05 AM CDT up reply actions
Yep again
The Pirates are going to be in Chicago almost a week. Maybe they’ll get nice and comfy in their digs at the Westin (or wherever) and roll over for the Cubs.
Problem is, the Cubs have the Dodgers in for four next week.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:07 AM CDT up reply actions
Don't pay any attention to lexmark....
he’s the token alcoholic on BCB.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:07 AM CDT up reply actions
people can say whatever. it doesn't make them right or wrong.
personally i dont really give a crap about what people say especially certain people on BCB.
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:10 AM CDT up reply actions
honestly that wasn't directed towards you so don't pick fights when you don't really need to pick fights
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:08 AM CDT up reply actions
Not to mention theologically impossible.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:09 AM CDT up reply actions
tell me
what way is that affecting you? because you think that you’re like this person that like controls what everybody says. its really annoying
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:10 AM CDT up reply actions
Especially when I sort of run things around here.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:10 AM CDT up reply actions
OT - If anyone cares...
…nail biter of a Dodgers/Angels game. It’s always nice hearing Vin Scully
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
I'm ticked he only does three innings on radio
81 years old and still solid.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:09 AM CDT up reply actions
In hell Vin would have to work with Judd.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:10 AM CDT up reply actions
I don't want to know what the other 30 minutes consists of.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:12 AM CDT up reply actions
blessed silence, aside from the fire and screams
where you realize how awful judd is all over again.
The other half hour would be Ken Harrelson.
by Mike Martin on May 24, 2009 12:12 AM CDT up reply actions
LOL!
Is that bait to start rants on that topic?
by Mike Martin on May 24, 2009 12:14 AM CDT up reply actions
Well, aside from the fact that he's a racist prick...
He tries to be a sports radio shock jock that doesn’t know the first thing about anything sports related. It makes me sad that anything Chicago sports related can ever be tied to him…
by Mike Martin on May 24, 2009 12:18 AM CDT up reply actions
And only one guy
begging for DeRosa to come back! That might be the best part of this thread so far. :)
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:12 AM CDT reply actions
Buy EI or MLB.TV and you can watch him all year long.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:14 AM CDT up reply actions
???????
So……you think this is a better team without him? Seriously, do you? You’re basing this on his current numbers I assume?
It's not a question of whether or not the team would be better...
we’re just tired of hearing his name after every loss or bad inning.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:16 AM CDT up reply actions
I can understand that...but it was a horrible trade
it made no sense at the time, and now it really makes no sense with where our roster is at.
Most of us understand this fact....
and are just done discussing it. It’s in the past, we can’t change it. Some of us have just accepted it and moved on.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:18 AM CDT up reply actions
I'll say it again
If this team goes down because it didn’t have Mark DeRosa, it wasn’t any good in the first place.
OK, that’s that.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:19 AM CDT up reply actions
When has he ever been a ‘season changer’ for any team he’s ever been on?
A season changer is a legitimate all star caliber player.
Mark DeRosa = Manny Ramirez?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:23 AM CDT up reply actions
This is a fun game.....
Felix Pie on the Cubs = 97 wins.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:25 AM CDT up reply actions
Reply fail?
Or are you ending the discussion with yourself?
by Mike Martin on May 24, 2009 12:28 AM CDT up reply actions
Wait...I thought is was the offense that was the problem. Are we moving goalposts?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:29 AM CDT up reply actions
and Fukudome his like 220....
and is hitting over 300 now.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:30 AM CDT up reply actions
Just how many more runs does Dero add to a team that scores 3 measly runs in 5 games?
Would he alone win 1 more game over the course of this first 2 months? 2 more games?
Winning
breeds chemistry.
The ‘86 Mets were 25 players, 25 cabs. Didn’t seem to hurt them.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:20 AM CDT up reply actions
I do love that story.
Can we at least agree that his team was poorly put together based on the “what happens if?” scenario
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 24, 2009 12:23 AM CDT up reply actions
Not even that
If you’re talking about Ramirez and injuries, 15-20 games was anticipated. Not two months.
Perhaps Miles was counted on to be more versatile than he actually is. But they’ve gotten some unexpected contributions from Scales.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:26 AM CDT up reply actions
scales
Scales had a nice week or 10 days but I gotta believe his days are probably numbered with the Cubs. He’s the logical guy to go down if Fox gets the call.
Why would you exchange a guy who plays
2 positions for a guy who plays none?
that doesn’t make any sense to me at all.
He's one of the few who is still having good AB's and he hit the ball hard twice tonight....
right at a defender both times.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:31 AM CDT up reply actions
Probably
They could just as easily jettison Freel, too, depending on who’s playing better. Although Freel can play outfield, too.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:31 AM CDT up reply actions
Didn't see the Fox part
I don’t know if you’ll see Fox anytime soon.
by Not Bruce Froemming on May 24, 2009 12:32 AM CDT up reply actions
The only player hitting is Lee
Fox isnt going to be showing his face on THIS team any time soon. IMHO. You will see Soriano at 2B before Fox come up to play…..?
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 24, 2009 12:33 AM CDT up reply actions
Agreed, but...
no one comes up with bigger hits with more regularity than Ramirez. Miles was touted as a gamer, a winner from StL. He has not only underperformed, he has done it in the shadow of a beloved ex-Cub, which makes each weak ground out, and poor situational hitting look even worse. Hendry was and IS handcuffed financially, but the money he spent seems wasted and silly. If we had Scales, and he was capable of being a fill in player, why wasnt management aware of this and at least attempting to save funds.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 24, 2009 12:31 AM CDT up reply actions
Chemistry happens on winning teams
we looked great when we won 5 in a row.
hard to look like you’re having fun when you’re losing.
I thought that was a positive also
I dont want DeRo. I want the team we have to take care of business. We have players on this team, but it just so happens the best one is on the shelf. I miss him, not DeRo
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 24, 2009 12:22 AM CDT up reply actions
hey guys i think i should flag people for the hell of it
since its really needed :) and it makes you a better person :)
Take a deep breath and think about what you actually typed up there in the thread. No go back and read the welcome message Al has made for all of us who post on BCB.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:17 AM CDT up reply actions
i will cause i'm a little testy right now
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:18 AM CDT up reply actions
Would a nice little Cub winning streak make you feel better?
If so, tell me and I’ll make a few calls.
Perhaps it's time you also read...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:22 AM CDT up reply actions
nope. I'm just another user here like you.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:24 AM CDT up reply actions
Could you explain what purpose you believe the "flag" action should serve and in what general circumstance it should be used?
Pretty please?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:19 AM CDT up reply actions
When posting at this blog, please follow this one simple rule: Before hitting “post” to post your remarks, ask yourself: “Would I be embarrassed to say this in front of strangers who were physically present in the room with me and could respond to my face?” If the answer is “yes,” then don’t post. BCB encourages and welcomes all opinions, no matter how strong; however, personal attacks, vulgarity, and other uncivilized forms of expression are not welcome. Also, to avoid trolling and spam posts, there is a 48-hour waiting period before you can make your first post after signing up. Thanks for understanding.
I would like to direct your attention to my previous comment that got “flagged.” First and foremost, i would not be embarrased to say that to a room full of strangers. Second of all, my comment was not directed towards anyone. Therefore, I’ve come to the conclusion that certain people are just trying to pick fights.
you would't be embarassed to walk into a bar
and have your very first words upon entering the door for the day be “god fuck my life”?
Pout a little harder.
no it's called honesty
if i felt that way then i will say it.
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:28 AM CDT up reply actions
I'll bet lots of drunks say that...
…on a regular basis in a bar. Lets let it go already and not re-hash it. Als gonna be pissed if you guys keep this nonsense up!
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
Was it good for you?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:32 AM CDT up reply actions
That sounds very aerodynamic!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:38 AM CDT up reply actions
I wasn’t the one that decided to just make a big deal out of the situation.
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:33 AM CDT up reply actions
It wasn't a defense.
Evidently, it was a failed attempt at sarcasm. Whoops
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
Since BCB IS a community, you should know that free speech does not mean the right to say what you want, when you want, how you want, without being sensitive to, and respectful towards, individuals and the community as a whole. In a community, speech is not completely free; it comes with responsibility.
You cannot honestly tell me that you wouldn’t expect a reaction in public if you said “God really f >>> my life.” If you said this in earshot of children, would you not be surprised if parents reacted to you?
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:28 AM CDT up reply actions
respectful towards, individuals and the community as a whole
My true intentions were not to disrespect people. If you really think about it, it doesn’t even make a difference because you can simply ignore it, but you chose to make it a big deal.
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:32 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm not the one who flagged it. I've only tried to help you see WHY someone took exeption to it.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:33 AM CDT up reply actions
I said
“flagged” and it turned into this.
next time, i’ll just flag without telling you why or that i have. i just though a heads up was warranted. Apparently I was wrong.
shrug.
well i see why the person decided to flag me.
i just thought of it to be very unnecessary.
by lexmarklover on May 24, 2009 12:35 AM CDT up reply actions
I'm glad you can at least see the reasoning.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on May 24, 2009 12:36 AM CDT up reply actions
We better get this offense straightened out before...
…the Dodgers come to town. My work is infested with Dodgers fans and the shi# talking will suck.
"I always tell the truth -- Even when I lie"
Anyone heard anything that Lou had to say?
Not that it means a whole lot, but was just interested.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
Just need Pacino to come in now
“I’m flagged?! You’re flagged!! The whole game thread is flagged!!”
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 24, 2009 1:30 AM CDT reply actions
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