Overflow Thread 2: Cubs vs. Pirates, Monday 5/25, 7:05 CT
by Al Yellon on May 25, 2009 9:00 PM CDT
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ted lilly sighting?
"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." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on May 25, 2009 9:04 PM CDT reply actions
Obligatory.
"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
With this much game left...
I think we’re cursed to a Cotts appearance at some point regardless. Let’s get it out of the way now, where we’ll still have the chance to come back.
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Hey has anyone else lost MLB Gameday?
I’ve got a blank screen.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:05 PM CDT reply actions
Ignore me
It’s back.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm glad people are getting mad.
Larry, Theodore, Ryan, whomever. I want to see some life outta this team.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
what did I miss
I had my 4 year old niece distracting me for the last hour
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Dempster broke the Gatorade dispenser…THAT’S G
Lilly and Larry got in a pissing match with the umpire…apparently, cuz we didn’t see it during the commercial break, and were tossed from the game (I think)
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
I'm glad somebody's showing some fire
maybe Lou will kick some dirt on the umpire or something lol
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:11 PM CDT up reply actions
And it worked!
Dogs and cats living together!
"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
'E' for Effort
"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 feel like I invited a bunch of people to a party
And no one showed… :-(
"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." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on May 25, 2009 9:06 PM CDT reply actions
Is Lilly
tyring to put an insect on Geral perry’s head again. That was pretty funny.
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Wow
I took a little break from posting and look what happens…. At least the Cubs scored a few runs tonight. Lets keep it up
Welp, I am out, got some work to do
go Cubs!
I'm a lefty, maybe Lou should give me a shot for a position in the bullpen!!
Hey, I wasn't really following along.
What happened with Lilly?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:07 PM CDT reply actions
Class clown, as usual :P
"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
Didn't look like he swung there
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
I can't believe that Miles struck out AGAIN!
"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.
AND tried to make it to first base...
ascanio w/ infield power show of force
Maybe the rec. specs that he is wearing?
Miles should borrow a pair from Gregg and see what happens…
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Why couldn't the SS
pull an Aaron Miles and drop that?
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Not everyone in the league
Can be Aaron Miles.
"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
good point
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
STOP
End the madness. Send Miles where he belongs…to the unemployment line. Why on Earth you would bunt to get to that stiff is beyond me. Release that waste of a roster spot….NOW.
Who needs a stinkin' tag line? What are they for anyway?
Want Shawon back, too?
"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'd like Kessinger back.
"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.
what about trading for Wilson
and moving theriot to 2B?
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't think anyone important is listening to you (unfortunately).
"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.
Obviously not
But I don’t need anyone to hear me. If Miles’ complete and utter futility can’t be seen with the naked eye, there are much bigger problems I’m afraid.
Todd Pratt had the consistently worst AB’s of any Cub I’ve ever seen. Miles is quickly getting into the team photo.
Who needs a stinkin' tag line? What are they for anyway?
I agree with your viewpoint...
But I think you should replace the 12 in your name with"fan"
"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." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on May 25, 2009 9:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Neal Cotts...
Lord help us…at least throw strikes if you’re gonna get killed…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
stop the presses, cotts threw a strike!
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
and the cotts we know and hate is back
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Buckle up, folks.
It could be a bumpy half-inning.
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by Chris Dobbertean on May 25, 2009 9:12 PM CDT reply actions
Morgan can't believe...
that douche threw im 3 strikes…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Sanchez
..is killing us tonight!
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:14 PM CDT reply actions
GOD I hate Cotts
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
F YOU IN THE A NEAL COTTS
I HATE YOU
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
Cotts didn't put himself in. He can't help it if he is sh#t.
"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.
poop
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:15 PM CDT reply actions
wow
awesome, awesome, awesome
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
AAAARRRRRRGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHH
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by Chris Dobbertean on May 25, 2009 9:15 PM CDT reply actions
He is but is so overcrowded someone had to leave
P.S as much as everyone rips Heilman THIS was the time to put him in as a LONG reliever at start of an inning.
"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 May 25, 2009 9:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Cotts is a LOOGY
Don’cha know?
"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
Bye-bye lead
:(
"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
Sorry, I can't understand Lou's stubborness in putting in Cotts and Miles in a game.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
I hope lou kics cotts in the stomach when he removes him
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
arrange a hunting trip.
.. with a certain former VP??
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:17 PM CDT up reply actions
What is the point...
of having a leftie that can’t get out lefties? Or righties for that metter…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
he can't get a lefty out
he is completely useless in that bullpen. I wouldn’t be surprised if this is his last game in a cubs uni
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
as harry would say...
8 runs will NOT win this ballgame
So Patton can get up
but Cotts gets to keep throwing his crap?
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
there are so many people on the field tonight in Cubs uniforms
that have no business being anywhere near a major league field. I’m looking at you Cotts, Miles.. This is exactly why I’d have liked to see Dempster go another inning. The Cubs bullpen is atrocious and cannot be counted on for 4 innings of relief. I await Al’s post-game “This loss is on you Lou” post.
A quick reprieve
from my Memorial Day madness to say, “I hate Neal Cotts”
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
right
I’m out, y’all. We’ll get the lead back, I’m sure.
Go Cubs!
"I don’t really play baseball, I feel it." -- Milton Bradley
How could Wadell be any worse?
somebody please tell me. The kid deserves a chance!
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
completely agree with you.
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Seriously...
Neal Cotts was good in 2005…and has been shit ever since. Lou and Hendry deserve everything they get as long as they keep him…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
wow
just wow
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
I am going to Wrigley this weekend
I am hoping this slump gets turned around welll before then. Anyone know what time the gates open in the bleachers? Is it two hours b4 the first pitch?
This is what happens when you take out the White Sox trash.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
Yeah I did
If Bradley gets there one step quicker, he doesn’t have to dive. And there’s a lot of RFs one step quicker than Bradley.
I strongly dislike Milton Bradley...
…and that was a great attempt.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
I think you're completely wrong.
He’s a career 13.5 UZR/150 rightfielder, which is VERY high. Frankly, when he plays, he plays excellent corner outfield.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
5 years ago that was true but
injuries have caused him to lose a step. If you pay attention, you’ll notice that all the stats indicating range have gone consistently down.
I'm just gonna ignore this, because what I'm reading @ FanGraphs says otherwise.
And I don’t feel like copying and analyzing lots of stats right now.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
will this agony
.. never end??
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:20 PM CDT reply actions
+1
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions
If this isn't Cotts' last game...
I’ll just never understand the logic.
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
of why we'd keep him on the roster
It makes zero sense to me.
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
How high will Cotts' ERA need to be before he gets the hook?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:21 PM CDT reply actions
maybe we can trade cotts between innings
and he can stay in the game for Pittsburgh so we can rough him up
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
haha love it!
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions
LOL
"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.
Yeah, that would be our luck
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
this team is a train wreck
they cannot for the life of them make a key catch or get a key hit during the streak
The fact that Lou has kept Cotts in...
is a major statement about the rest of the bullpen…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
the bullpen is short handed too
with Marmol gone. Not sure if any of them have the bug that is going around either
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah, no kidding
how does cotts not get in lou’s doghouse?
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
i still don't understand that.
Scott Eyre didn’t pitch as bad as this but he’s in the dog house. Just doesn’t make any sense.
by lexmarklover on May 25, 2009 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions
His ERA is now 7.36.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes, according to MLB Gameday.
Still too high.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions
Fox's ERA is something like 135.00...seriously
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Maybe he's trying to get up in Chad Fox ERA range
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
I don't think
even Cotts will be able to reach a triple-figure ERA to get into Fox territory… lol
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions
WHY???
do you let ascanio bat AND switch pitchers the next inning???
WHY, LOU, WHYYY???
bench
is very thin tonight
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Great question
I think the bench may be a little light – Lee was sent home with the flu. However, if he wasn’t go back out there, at least let Z pinch hit!
I have nothing funny or creative to write.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions
Lou is freakin senile and lost it
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."
Because
I have come to the realization that Lou wants to be fired
does Lou even understand the rules anymore
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."
OT: But
I know it’s early but I really believe that Lou needs to go. He has no control of this team and his moves are getting dumber by the day…
what?
How does he have no control of the team?
by cubsfaninatl on May 25, 2009 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions
You're right
They’d be much better dumping the manager who led them to back-to-back division titles. Because obviously that guy has no idea what he’s doing.
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions
he should be measured on this year, not the past
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."
I agree
And this year his decisions have been awful and we need a change…. a change we can believe in
+alot
"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." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on May 25, 2009 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions
fine
do that. Its late May and they’re a .500 ball club, within 4 of the division lead. Firing time?
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:28 PM CDT up reply actions
First, hows that ot
Second: thats one of the dumbest things I’ve ever heard
He hasn’t ever managed here and NOT won a division!
"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." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on May 25, 2009 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions
Alright
With the team he has winning the division isn’t all that impressive and going 0 for 6 in the playoffs is pathetic
What I find pathetic is having to have
This conversation with you…lou has done alot for this team. And then you get the moronic idea of firing a manager after a bad week
"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." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on May 25, 2009 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions
3 Years 0 playoff wins
Thats much more than a bad week. Winning 90 games is nothing when you dont do anything in the playoffs
Well, it is still winning 90 + games
Every player on our roster melting down once postseason starts is not lous fault. He can only play the players that showed they could win 90+ games
"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." --Alvin Dark
by preachermancubsfan on May 25, 2009 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions
You mean to tell me the Cubs have no one in Iowa better than cotts?
"They say we don't look good on paper. Well, we don't play on paper." Joe McCarthy (1926)
Jason Wadell
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Ugh
Well, Waddell is a warm body and in no way am I endorsing Cotts. But Waddell isn’t very good. Actually, John Gaub in AA is probably a better option than Waddell.
Perhaps Cotts and Miles could sit next to each other on the plane out of town.
Who needs a stinkin' tag line? What are they for anyway?
This is the sad part...
The answer to your question is NO. Nice job Jim Hendry!!!
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
can we let them actually finish this one
before we pronounce it over?
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions
lou has actually managed poorly enough
to get fired. Based on the games so far, he actually should get fired.
I do disagree with this...
Lou is esentially managing a Triple A lineup right now. Hendry gets the blame for his roster contruction, IMHO.
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
i'm not saying that i would fire him.
I just believe that he has made some very stupid moves and doesn’t appear to understand that notion.
by lexmarklover on May 25, 2009 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions
The look on their faces is as if they have given up
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
that on Lou
he needs to get on them and stop this “relax and go have fun” bullshit
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."
how bout trying real hard to hit the ball behind the runner, not run into an out at third base, etc.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie
by buckmulligan on May 25, 2009 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions
Are they not already trying?
they need to loosen up and just swing normally.
Trying will dig the hole deeper.
No Allie
All you have to do is try real hard and you’ll win the WS. Every time. Without fail. Its. Just. That. Easy.
So obviously they aren’t trying or we’d have won it all already. In fact, its positively stunning to me how it seems only one team tries hard each year in the MLB.
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions
ah yes, here we go cubbies offense
Lose the lead and go back to swinging at everything. This game will be over in about 30 minutes. I’m out of here.
Terrible pitching after a week of good pitching
( well not great yesterday). Soon maybe they can hit and pitch on the same day still per above this is where Heilman should be used.
"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
thats the offense I remember
what pathetic 1,2,3 hitters we have
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."
Really?
Bradley has 4 RBI’s tonight and Theriot has 3 doubles. It is not their fault, that as soon as they hit, pitchers cant pitch.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 25, 2009 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Cotts' pitching
just sucked the life out of everybody
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
+1
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 25, 2009 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions
Nope.
Cotts fucked them and they are back to their old ways. Swinging at crap, quick swinging.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
Trade the pitchers!
God! The Cubs pitchers are so awful I don’t even understand why they’re in the majors. This whole staff has to be the worst in the majors. We need to either trade them for Cracker Jack or send them down to AAA! This season is hopeless with these awful pitchers!
let's clarify here DC Cubbie
We don’t have “pathetic” 1-2-3 hitters. Last year a top 3 of Soriano, Bradley and Theroit would rank pretty well. But this offense is dysfunctional with a terrible approach this year.
the best thing about this game...
is that i just got to see the juicy fruit commercial w/ julianne hugh (sp) dancing in her daisy dukes…
WOW has it come to THIS???
it goes from worse to...whatever comes after that
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Triple Heilman.
"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.
Pinella...
Has been a disaster this year…his management today has been beyond atrocious. Players need to make plays and they have not, but he has not helped.
exactly.
Ascanio should not have hit, he should have had Z ready.
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions
you r allowed to pinch hit in the 5th
and why do you bunt with your 7 hitter if you don’t plan on using a pinch in the 9 spot. no defending 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."
exactly
you don’t put a man in scoring position for a guy with 1 major leauge at bat. never
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions
some people here will defend the cubs
in spite of facts and logic
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."
yes
that’s why you use a pitcher to PH, somebody with more than one major league ab. save your bench players to PH for the 8th and 9th
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions
scales has already pinch hit
and that was before the 5th inning.
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions
So you burn your best hitting pitcher
and then what?
have to have Guzman hit in the 8th b/c you have no one left?
theres a lot of baseball to go. He probalby WOULD have PH for Ascanio had Miles not been useless.
you got Dome
you got Fontenot, and you got Koyie Hill. I mean, come on, there is no way Ascanio should’ve taken that at bat
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions
You PH Hil
you lose your backup catcher. so thats out in the 5th inning.
you PH dome you lose your last OF. in the 5th inning.
you PH fonty and you lose your last IF… in the 5th inning.
then what? Lilly has to play LF and Fonze comes in to play 2B when Miles gets taken out on a slide into second?
I said Z should've taken that at bat
that leaves 3 solid pinch hitters left for later in the game. Who’s more likely to get a hit? Big Z or a guy with 1 major league at bat?
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Frankly?
Probably Z.
But I’m not going to crucify Lou for not losing what could be a key piece in the 5th inning.
I just don't see him using Z to ph later in the game
that’s what LBR and Dome are for. That’s my point and we can agree to disagree but I just want you to see my logic. :)
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:44 PM CDT up reply actions
I do
I just don’t think it was the worst move EVER to not PH for him there.
I mean, ever putting Cotts in a game wins that battle, right?
agreed with Cotts. haha
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions
funny what can happen
when people are reasonable. If there were a certain few around here that did the same I think there’d be much better discussions. ah well!
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions
and pinch hitting Z
after coming back from a hammy is not the smartest move either
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions
true
but smarter than letting Ascanio bat in that situation
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:35 PM CDT up reply actions
He needs to blow up and get thrown out.
Atleast we would have a good reason for mis-management.
by TennesseeCub on May 25, 2009 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions
exactly
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
i second
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
by ambrosiadreams on May 25, 2009 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions
i honestly don't think that's really necessary.
by lexmarklover on May 25, 2009 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions
I think she was talking about you, sue...
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
momentum just carried him...
Dlee would’ve made that stretch…
:)
I wish the Cubs could get a SS
and move Theriot to 2B
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions
hanley ramirez???
maybe florida will wanna blow it up again soon
Seriously...
Where is the Lou hate coming from? You think he wants to play Fontenot/Freel at third and Miles at second every day? You think he likes bringing in Cotts?
He is managing the roster he was given. No depth and no bullpen is on the guy that constructed the roster…Jim Hendry.
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
its the roster lou asked for
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."
Sorry, but I say BS...
Hendry is responsible for the roster…
Lou is responsible for getting them to play. Considering we’re at .500 with this collection of crap, I’d say Lou deserves a commendation…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Yes
Lou wanted the lefties so it IS his fault DeRosa is gone and we are stuck with fontenot/miles crap at 2nd
No excuses!
I want blood for this losing streak! Lou has never been a good manager anyway! He needs to go!
I think Lou had a lot of input into what Hendry did (and is doing now).
"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.
Didn't Lou ask for more left-handed hitters?
And this is what we’ve got.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions
Lou can ask Jim to get more left-handed...
but he doesn’t control the crap of the left-handedness thaat comes in. I guarantee Lou Piniella is not the problem here, and Jim Hendry is.
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Pirates winning 10-7.
"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.
That's not acceptable language 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
Why is it
Our pitching is great, and we can’t score. And then our bats come alive, and our pitchers can’t get three outs?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:35 PM CDT reply actions
when it rains it pours
not a good play by theriot. I dont think his defense is as big of a liability as some but that was a very poor play.
Screw your fantasy team
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
by louslovechild on May 25, 2009 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions
What a joke of a team....honestly....
an incompetent bullpen….a senile manager…..my god….I was so pumped when we took the lead but then Cotts and Heilman get to display their lack of any skill….add to that the Ascaino staying in to hit for himself……..this team has totally lost it……
When we took the lead
Lou was not senile, and now he is?
Whoa, senility sure sneaks up on you, doesn’t it?
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions
I do like that Lilly got tossed
We could use more Ted Lillys on this ballclub. Guys like DeRosa.
+1 guys that care. the last week I've
seen way too much laughing and smiles on that bench. Soto seems to be always having a good time despite his season long suck
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."
The 'troll' commentary is classic
You act as if the team is coming off back to back World Series. The team hasn’t won a playoff game in 6 years. The team has spent ALOT of money and every year the excuses get more and more absurd (too many day games, too many right handed hitters, the pressure of the 100 year anniversary, not enough speed…)
The excuses are insulting to fans with have a brain. Yes, there are plenty of teams in this league that don’t make the playoffs three years in a row, but few teams have our payroll and obviously none have our century of futility.
I do not apologize for my critical comments. You sunshine pumpers want to believe that rose colored classes make you more of a fan; every fan deals with disappointment in their own way. Deal with it, ignore it, don’t matter much to me. As long as it ain’t name calling it is a free country so grow up and deal.
+1
We’re watching a 140 million dollar team that probably couldn’t win in AAA right now. Sure there have been worse Cubs teams but none that had such high expectations and such a huge payroll. This team is going to have a special niche in the Cubs’ history of futility.
by bluekoolaide on May 25, 2009 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions
the people you call sunshine pumpers are here 24/7
most of these people being called trolls are only here if the Cubs are losing.. If they take the lead they will magically disapear again…
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Dude we are here
for the whole game. You only come in and bitch when we are losing. You think I’m happy they are losing? I’m not but I am here cheering them when they do well. Where are you then?
by sue369 on May 25, 2009 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
just because some of us can't be here everyday and every minute of every game
because of family, friends, work, etc. , it doesn’t make them a troll.
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."
He's obviously watching
the games if he can come in here when the Cubs are losing. Why can’t he come in here when they score runs and take the lead and cheer for this team? That’s what makes him a troll.
It appears that some of you only have to
work or have family obligations when the Cubs are winning.
by LT on May 25, 2009 9:50 PM CDT up reply actions
look in the mirror
or I suppose you mean “sunshine pumper” as a compliment?
your points are fine, but don’t be a hypocrite
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions
How does one pump sunshine?
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
I shoot it out my arse, don't ya know?
my special rose-colored glasses help me do it! :)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:44 PM CDT up reply actions
that's because they never have had one
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
well i gues that one backfired on me huh?
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
The best part is the team management will probably not make any moves....
so we are stuck with this atrocity for the rest of the year……
Right you are are
people who envision trades on this site do not realize HENDRY HAS NO money to play with now. The Zell/Ricketts mess and the Trib bankruptcy is tying Hendry’s hands to add payroll. This is why it could be 2006 Redux, with a better starting staff.
I know it's irrelevant at this piont
but where is this umps strike zone? He’s horrible. Must be the conspiracy!
I have nothing funny or creative to write.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:39 PM CDT reply actions
I'm so glad
we waltzed through the “lowly Padres”, and now we’re really FEASTING on the lowlier Pirates, with out “home cooking”!
Geez! I can’t wait til we see a good team like the Dodgers this weekend!
What a load of CRAP! And Jim HENDRY is the mastermind of all of this!
SCREW YOU HENDRY!! The “lefthandedness” has really helped this team!
I don't get it
the first few lines were so positive. . .
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:41 PM CDT up reply actions
On the plus side
I think we’re seeing the sun set on Hendry’s career as a GM.
If Ricketts keeps him around after this debacle I might seriously jump off a ledge!
by bluekoolaide on May 25, 2009 9:42 PM CDT up reply actions
HE signed a four year
extension, bluekool – we are stuck with him, I am afraid – at least in the short term. Along with 6 more years of Sori.
Dammit
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
Lou needs to get fired up
right now is the perfect opportunity
"Yes, dear. You're right. I'm sorry." -Bob Brenly
there's gonna be a
powerade machine in the dugout tomorrow
I don't see how any reasonable person could disagree with you. Ever.
You’re right, he must not care. Doesn’t want it enough. Just like our hitters and pitchers, obvi, which is why they aren’t doing better.
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions
seems like he is phoning this one in
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."
Looked out at first
But hell make an easy play.
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
sorry
safe.
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
The first two outs came quickly.
Four straight have reached, though the last was close.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Can't
wait for Mr T start pittying some fools in the Cubs dugout.
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
You out!!!
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
I guess $140MM
sure doesn’t buy what it used to.
My Daily Plan Season Tickets
YES IT SURE IS!
Really? You must be very successful then.
What are you doing posting on this blog? Shouldn’t you be sipping champagne and eating caviar on a yacht somewhere?
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Shouldn't you
finish bagging groceries at Target then?
Should I find that offensive?
Can I make $140mm like you if I do that?
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions
No - the team Payroll
is $140MM. For that kind of money – we ALL deserve better.
If you do not agree, then I can’t help you.
Seriously!
For that kinda payroll, I should have my hotdogs brought to me by Soriano!
by Mike Martin on May 25, 2009 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions
I mean you don't know me
there was no need to say that
I know you don't have
$140 mm. Its not your money just because you contribute $150 of it.
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions
THIS IS GREAT
HE KINDA KNOWS THE WORDS
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
It's nice to see Mr. T again....he don't have no pity for that fool 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.
singing "go cubs go" as well...
he must know something we dont
Mr. T
still looks badass…and he must be 60 by now…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
but the 7th inning clown fest is annoying
esp when they trot in people with no connection to the cubs. just adds to the “wrigley isn’t for a ballgame just a party” crap we all get forced on us.
I agree.
But Mr. T was totally freakin’ sweet. Did you see his pants??!?!?!
If a woman has to choose between catching a fly ball and saving an infant's life, she will choose to save the infant's life without even considering if there are men on base. - Dave Barry
Damn sign Mr. T
he’s a lefty, replace Cotts.
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
catching the first pitch from Mr. T
will be the best thing that happens in his career
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Patton caught him, that is
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
We're looking at a 60-70 win team right now
I can already hear them gearing up to blame everything on bad luck and injuries.
What a joke.
I assume you're being sarcastic...
.. but I don’t think most people here know that..
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions
are you lost?
You see to have the same expression Aaron Miles has at the plate.. lol
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:56 PM CDT up reply actions
So we're gonna go 30-90 the rest of the way?
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
bro cool down
60-70 wins for this team is a little ridiculous.
by lexmarklover on May 25, 2009 9:49 PM CDT up reply actions
so why isn't Dome, our best hitter right now, playing
is really the time to get him some rest? is he sick too.
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."
I read on here that Dome was horrible and should be released and sent back to Japan
I haven’t read much more since March. is that no longer the feeling? Were we wrong about that?
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:51 PM CDT up reply actions
thanks that was unhelpful
and not very funny.
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."
I know it wasn't funny.
It was the earnest belief at the time, and it made about as much sense at the time as “Fire Lou” makes today.
by Orval Overall on May 25, 2009 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Godo question.
He’d probably in for a late inning sub for Johnson or Bradley, but Bradley is hitting pretty well tonight!
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
really, good amount of players have played in 162
know your history
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."
sure sounds snarky
but I’ll take your word for it, sorry.
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."
It wasn't. Allie's pretty friendly!
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
Make something happen
right now…this pirates bullpen hasnt been that good.
hey, one of their relievers comes in and throws balls too!
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
I'm not sure what else Lou could do for us...
Jim Hendry traded away DeRosa…which compromised our cover at 3rd when Aramis went down…and tought Miles would ne an appropriate sub.
Jim Hendry signed Milton Bradley. Yeah…put a nutcase in a high pressure situation like Chicago. (His performance tonight notwithstanding).
Jim Hendry let Kerry Wood leave, and traded for Kevin Gregg and Aaron Heilman.
Lou has input, but roster construction falls on Hendry…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
The "Try Harder" Argument (my take)
I think an individual can “try harder” with respect to continually trying to improve upon his weaknesses and strengthen his overall skill set. Taking infield before a game to improve fielding, cutting down on one’s swing and becoming more selective at the plate, developing other pitches, becoming a smarter baserunner, and so on.
Gritting one’s teeth ala Charlie Brown won’t magically transform a poor player into an All-Star, but improvement borne of a desire to shore up deficiencies is possible.
they actually were wearing them like that yesterday too
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Need a couple of runs here...
At least two. Patton in the pen. Uh oh.
Heh, right in the ass for the BP catcher
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
THIS GAME IS NOT OVER!
"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
So long as the Cubs hold the Pirates...
… I expect the Cubs to get more than 10 runs. The Pirates are not as bad as in years past, but they’re still the Pirates.
"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
Ding ding
Broken bat base hit…run scores.
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by Chris Dobbertean on May 25, 2009 9:54 PM CDT up reply actions
hey, a 2 out hit. There we go
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
I'm actually enjoying listening to Mr. T.
He’s like Mike Tyson meets Ron Santo in the radio booth.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
When is the last time Hoff had a meaningful hit?
Revolving door back to Iowa. Fox up.
"How's your mother?"
"She's on her way out."
"We all are. Act accordingly."
but Hoff has considerably better D than Fox
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Mr T
is already on par with Santo for analysis. His MMMMMMM’s are very descriptive…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Z is going to hit
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Which is worse?
Freel not getting the force out @ 3rd/failing to throw out the slow LaRoche @ 1B
OR
Theriot running to third with the ball hit in front of him and 1 out
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
well since the runner was clearly out at third,
i gotta go with theriot.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie
by buckmulligan on May 25, 2009 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions
all of the above
both from players whose overall lack of physical skills really makes you think they would/should not make mental mistakes.
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."
Must hit Fuku here...
why not give yourself the best chance here. zambrano is nice but Dome is hitting over 300.
Speaking of Dome,
Where is he tonight?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on May 25, 2009 9:58 PM CDT up reply actions
I know were short on the bench
But why not Kosuke here?
Our "senile" manager isn't going to waste a real bat when Pitt is likely going to switch pitchers anyway...
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on May 25, 2009 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions
this
+1
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
come on z, base hit
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Z time to give us a lead
only thing that would make sense in this damn game
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
The other team's manager...
is making a pitching change because of Z. That’s nuts!!!
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Cub fans at Wrigley
.. apparently didn’t get Worf’s memo that Z is a clown.
Sounded like some pretty loud cheers for him just now.
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on May 25, 2009 9:59 PM CDT reply actions
mr. t
gives us the ole “god bless, say your prayers and eat your vitamins kids”
It wasn't as good as the interview...
he did with Scott Mills on BBC Radio 1 a few weeks ago, but that’s only because this one was shorter.
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by Chris Dobbertean on May 25, 2009 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Lets hope this works
but i dont agree with the move.
Not sure why...
we wouldn’t go with Dome here?
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Great Question
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
I like the odds
w/ Dome. I could be wrong. But with this team, I err on the side of better offense.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
I take no pleasure
in the outcome.
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
See up
Jimmy
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
I dunno if he's even in the ballpark.
I haven’t seen him tonight.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
We are reduced to having a pitcher pinch hit in a key 2 out situation....
awesome bench Jim Hendry!!!!! (p.s. I know Z can hit but seriously)
I do believe
we have an injured 3rd baseman as well as two sick position players.
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
the injury is no excuse , he is on the DL and his roster spot has been replaced
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."
Not looking
to justify anything. I just prefer not to resort to bitching.
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
Ok sorry
one of his replacements is sick
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
My mistake
on Armamis. Scales and Lee are both sick though, that’s two postion players missing.
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
We also...
have a $130 mil payroll. That much $$$ should buy you some depth. Asking a Pitcher (no matter how good a hitter he is…and he has a .239 carrer average BTW) to pinch hit in a key at-bat in the 7th inning is pretty ridiculuos…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
QQ Moar!
This isn’t a normal hitting pitcher… Probably one of the best hitting pitchers in the game right now.
by Mike Martin on May 25, 2009 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Pitcher who can also hit...
… Zambrano is one and so was Babe Ruth. No, Zambrano is not Babe Ruth, but he’s a darn good hitter.
"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
Jokingly...
I feel like swearing at you and the White Sox for Neal Cotts. He’s the bane of my existence.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
2005 was Cott's year, since then he's been swear worthy for sure.
"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
Damnit.
I’ll just go yell at my White Sox roommate.
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
Who is it, Carlos Quentin? :)
"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
DAMN IT!!!!!
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
Poop
"Do you want a bunch of duds walking around with their shoulders slumped and having no emotions, no feelings?" Bradley said. "I don’t think the fans want that. I think they want a guy who’s going to get into the game and feel a little bit. I’ve always said, ‘I don’t really play baseball, I feel it.’ "
Z is a good hitter...
FOR A PITCHER!
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
We got 2 innings left, and the top of the order! Stay positive, we've scored EIGHT FRIGGIN' RUNS TONIGHT.
But, then again, onto this David Patton thing…
"The riches of the game are in the thrills, not the money." --Ernie Banks
Never heard of 'em
"This is an environment of welcoming, and you should just get the hell outta here." --Michael Scott
Positivity doesn't play here
You get called names and shouted down. I find it’s more fun to just be sarcastic and talk about how the Cubs=Royals (before this year)
by Mike Martin on May 25, 2009 10:05 PM CDT up reply actions
Capps is no surething in their bullpen
we got this!
I saw Wells getting up...we may see him tonight
When I began playing the game, baseball was about as gentlemanly as a kick in the crotch. -Ty Cobb
This would be a disaster...
Against all odds, this guy has been great as a starter. Now, we want to jerk him around and make him a reliever? I’ll definitely blame Lou for this one…
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
Zambrano is a good hitting PITCHER
but remember he is the pitcher. When there are guys on late in the game, pitchers buckle done and are more likely to work the corners, or go off the plate. Z has never shown the shown the plate discipline to be a hitter in those situations.
Exactly...
I posted earlier…Z’s career average is .239. Is that great for a pitcher? Sure, but if he was Lenny Harris you’d be slating him. The roster construction this year is a disaster, and I will support anyone that wants to challenge Jim Hendry’s ability to be a GM.
"I'm gonna make you cry...I'm gonna make you cry and dip my cookie in your tears!!!"
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