First Pitch Thread: Cubs vs. Reds, Friday 6/5, 6:10 CT
by Al Yellon on Jun 5, 2009 6:00 PM CDT
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FIRST
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
GO CUBS
lets get Z #100
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Let's Go Cubbies!
"No enemy is more dangerous, than the enemy that has nothing to lose." Mark Grace
by GateCity, VA Cubs Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:01 PM CDT reply actions
hi Em
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
you didnt jump me
but you jumped them before I could…..and probably much to their delight :=)
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Thanks for the jump, Sue
GO CUBS GO! Good to see there’s no rain in Cincy!
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:06 PM CDT reply actions
You don't expect...
temps in the 50s and 60s here in early June…I thought I was going to need a rowboat to get back home this evening with the amount of water filling the streets in my neighborhood this morning.
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions
But..
it looks like it will be an absolutely wonderful weekend.
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
I should've guessed :(
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Its been a damned weird summer so far
We haven’t even cracked 80 yet at all. And there was talk of FROST overnight the other day.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
Let's go Cubs!
Big Z with the big 100!
"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.’ "
Hiya
Im going to try a game thread
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
hi Maddie
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Hi Tim, Alli, Em, Sue
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions
woah!
you? in a game thread? yay!!
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
We'll see for how long
Moment drama hits I’m outta here. Have 3 loads of laundry that needs to be folded
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Feel ya on the laundry
:-(
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
I had a ton to do.....
Some day I want to live somewhere where I don’t need quarters
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:13 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm doing that
except my washer crashed yesterday. Now I’m back to needing quarters. And paying for fixing the washer :-(
by chitownhawkeye on Jun 5, 2009 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
that sucks
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions
atleast I live on first floor so it's only one step of stairs
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions
We have a credit card machine...
Unfortunately, it’s broken about half the time. So I have to buy quarters tomorrow…
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
boyfriend apartment has that... your right they can just as big of a pain
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
I think I am feeling
A run in the first for the cubs :) And Big Z coming out with strike out pitching
"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."
just too much beer :)
"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."
Damn, should have called more than 1 in the first
"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 got us 1 though!
"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."
One more shameless bump
"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."
Leading it off right
Senor Soriano!!
"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.’ "
no, I think
he led of wrong there… :(
Pumping sunshine for the Cubs since 1968 (yeah, that's right I was a Cubs fan in the womb!)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
of=off
Pumping sunshine for the Cubs since 1968 (yeah, that's right I was a Cubs fan in the womb!)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Very wrong
Did take a pitch though.
"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.’ "
Did everyone just hear that stat len and bob are discussing?
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
I wonder what Soriano's is
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Only Reds TV for me on EI tonight...ugh
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Pat & Ron for me
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions
talking about how Dome swings at only 13% of pitches outside of the strikezone
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
Well
I mean as a point of comparison, it would be interesting to see. I would imagine it would be much higher for the last half of last year, so if that’s improved, maybe that’s really telling of the turnaround he’s made.
Of course, his other improved stats show an improvement as well…
by Craig in South Bend on Jun 5, 2009 6:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Reds TV calling the game from above LF.
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:15 PM CDT reply actions
Fukudome walks
"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."
your a bit behind
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions
No one was doing play by play there
"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."
Welcome to the show my friends
It’s the thread that never ends.
Let’s win today!
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
BASES LOADED!
"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."
twhs
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:19 PM CDT up reply actions
lets do it hoff!!!!
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
Who is his new muse?
"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.’ "
halle berry
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
come on HOFF!!!
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
didn't help that time
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
need some halle!!!!!!
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
by deployedcubfan on Jun 5, 2009 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
hahah
+1
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
it will be taunting us if there is another out :(
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Well
I think we need to go back to Halle tonight.
"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 really hope
Cubs can get 1 run from this
"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."
from your fingers to God's ears
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions
ick
hoff K’s
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
Fonty batting .364 over his last ten for those not on Comcast
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
is the average different
for those of us on Comcast?
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
me maked a funny
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
time for sneaky power
"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.’ "
3-1 on LBR
Hitters count!
"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."
Though
I would not be against a sneaky power walk.
"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.’ "
Gotta love gift runs
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
Booooom!
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
Take that, Dusty
You quack.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
Hee hee
Run in on a BB
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:22 PM CDT reply actions
Walks him!
3 walks already!
"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."
3 walks in the first
I like, that means a HIGH pitch count in game one, emaning we should be able to see a lot of the pen
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
ty
how is ya
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Dick Pole is the Reds pitching coach
childishly giggles at that
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
Yeah
I hope I never choose to not laugh at that. It will be the day I hate myself.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
my fav "childish giggly" baseball name all time
is Rusty Kuntz
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
I didn't mean to make my giggling childishly high lighted LOL
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions
If there was a magical baseball Leprechaun
I bet his name would be Fontenot. In fact, I’m going to illustrate a children’s book titled “The Legend of Fontenot”
by Craig in South Bend on Jun 5, 2009 6:23 PM CDT reply actions
Yay for clogged bases
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
you just know Dusty is thinking
man, these clogged bases, I am happy its not my team batting
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Ah FSN Ohio...
with the lovely LOB column at the right hand side of the scoreboard graphic…
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:25 PM CDT reply actions
i like that column
it does help when wondering how many chances were lost
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
They have that on the scoreboard at Petco
R H E L
Took a few minutes to figure it out… even though it was pretty obvious.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
Good start.
This game, will be a blowout. Promise.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
Unnecessary punctuation alert!!!
Cubs 13, Reds 3, BTW
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
don't say things like that
Lieber might suddenly appear and ask to pitch.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
Lilly
Wouldn’t have allowed it. He would tackle him before he gets a chance to throw a pitch.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
we could use that
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:26 PM CDT up reply actions
33 pitches for Owings already
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
Alright, I have faith that Z has got his head on straight and is going to be great tonight
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
Whats up fellow Cub fans
I see we already got 1 in the first…looking good.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
howdy
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
hey heine
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
doing good
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
bought some jerseys from a seller on that website
Quality was so-so
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
3 walks in the 1st, me likey
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Very excited here!
Only the 4th Cubs game on TV here this year, and the first EVER with Cubs announcers! I finally get to listen to Len & Bob for the first time!
DID I MENTION I WAS EXCITED???
Pumping sunshine for the Cubs since 1968 (yeah, that's right I was a Cubs fan in the womb!)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:29 PM CDT reply actions
yay for L&B!!
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
awesome
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Have never actually
.. had the chance to listen to them before (been in Oz a long time now).
But thanks all! Of course TV and computer in different rooms so I’ll just be popping in here between innings… let’s build on this lead!
Pumping sunshine for the Cubs since 1968 (yeah, that's right I was a Cubs fan in the womb!)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
great that you have the game! …we don’t have it here,WGN not covering. hopefully it’ll be a good’un;
Z W/3K’S……GOOD START. GET EXCITED!
by CubfaninRaleigh(869milestoWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions
YEAH, I'M EXCITED
WHY ARE WE SHOUTING???
Pumping sunshine for the Cubs since 1968 (yeah, that's right I was a Cubs fan in the womb!)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
I'M NOT SHOUTING
ALRIGHT, I AM.
I’M SHOUTING
I’M SHOUTING
I’M SHO…clunk
by chitownhawkeye on Jun 5, 2009 6:41 PM CDT up reply actions
Um..
thats… an odd coincidence.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
We're related
and someone wasn’t very original with their username… :P
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by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Poor Votto
Anxiety issues for a Major Leaguer can lead down a scary path. Hope he figures it out.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
also some inner ear issue :(
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm hoping the two are somehow related
Inner ear issues can make you feel VERY uncomfortable in so many ways. Luckily it’s just an infection and it should clear up.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
thats a good start for Z!!!
Careful Son, They will break your heart. And then stomp on it. But I will be a Cubs fans until I die. Its your fault Harry!!!
hi deployed
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions
The Cubs and Reds have been battling since 1890
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
Ronny FTW
“They ARE called the Reds…”
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
Won't make any sense for them to wear green would it? Per Pat
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Pat was describing the uniforms
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Pat
He pointed out the number of red clothing items the Reds were wearing.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
man whoever is running the count for comcast is falling asleep at the wheel
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
Z gets Phillips and K's the side
Anyone got a pitch count?
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
21 for Z
33 for Owings
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
I totally agree
I haven’t been liking all the people around here talking about trading him.
Some people are so what have you done for me lately
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
Trading him?!
Really? Really? Who would think that is a good idea
"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."
a few
believe it or not
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Yeah, a few too many for my taste
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Oh, yeah i forgot how quick some can jump on the DFA/trade train
"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."
remember when Dome was going to be in Triple A or back in Japan by the AS break LOL
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah when he was struggling there was a Micah fan club
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:38 PM CDT up reply actions
After the first inning:
Cubs are on pace to win 9-0
Z is on pace to strikeout 27 :-P
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
small sample size LOL
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions
awesome
He is our workhorse
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
he is over rated
I mean, he didnt even win ONE Cy Young awad, so what does he have to say?
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
I know
it is sad, very sad
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Dusty IS in the dugout.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
And Z would be on pace to throw over 180 pitches
"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 Jun 5, 2009 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions
so, he is a workhorse
not like he is pitching 12 1/3 in Aftica Hot Texas vs Boston College
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Following what Lilly would do
I present to you the context of a letter Z would write to CC after throwing that many pitches: “Dear CC…Suck it! lolololol j/k, no really, owned”
by Craig in South Bend on Jun 5, 2009 6:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Hey all, I scrolled up the thread and saw the EA pics for Hoff
I thought Halle Berry did the trick for him, plus there should be some really good ones for her.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
A Pat Hughes tease, also
He quickly backtracked when he realized who hit it.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
A freak stat
Owings BA is higher than ANY other starter. Perhaps it was mentioned in pregame thread and I missed it but pretty strange. Mike Hampton is one of the only guys I can think of who might have done that regularly.
"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
well that inning went a little too quickly
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
They deserve a do-over
That went by too fast
by Craig in South Bend on Jun 5, 2009 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions
no kidding . How often to have a pitcher on the ropes in the first inning
or two and then can’t buy a base runner. BE PATIENT.
"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 Jun 5, 2009 6:40 PM CDT up reply actions
Blanco should have taken a few
No need to give him a quick at bat immediately after a 33 pitch inning.
Jackie likes the smell of cut grass, he used to play ball on Saturdays, Playin in the sun...
we need to relax
and take some pitches. He walked 3 in the first, let him walk more
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
true
definitely not the “take a pitch or 12” part of the order.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
that is talent
taking 12 pitches in one AB
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Are you in Alaska ?
Then maybe Crab Cake but it is really an MD thing. BLT is always safe & tasty. Crab Cake has to done just right.
"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 Jun 5, 2009 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Don't lie Crab so I'd go for BLT
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:42 PM CDT up reply actions
i dont' like bacon
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
you are fired
:-)
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
i think Em should make us all BLT's
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
no and never will
allergic to seafood
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
thats horrible
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions
i used to eat it all the time
then when i was 11 had a reaction, and ended up in the hospital
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
it could be worse
i could be allergic to losing baseball teams
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
i been single long enough
i dont remember what that is like……
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
its ok
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
I have a friend
who’s allergic to latex and chocolate.
she’s a mess.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
I'm allergic to chocolate
but I always have been. So I don’t miss it……
I substitute it with ice cream :)
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions
I'd take some benedryl
and suffer through it :-)
by chitownhawkeye on Jun 5, 2009 6:52 PM CDT up reply actions
lol
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
poor thing
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions
yuck
fish.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
Lots of protein
Lean, high omega-3,
by Craig in South Bend on Jun 5, 2009 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
tee him up?
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
I ain't touchin' that one.
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
so tempting....
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
not going there
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
or there
Pumping sunshine for the Cubs since 1968 (yeah, that's right I was a Cubs fan in the womb!)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:48 PM CDT up reply actions
alight ya'll time for some dinner
see ya in a bit! hoping we’ve got a substantial lead
Albert Pujols for Cubs Starting 1B in 2011
enjoy- we'll hold the fort down
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o/t...
found out that my wife is expecting… due in february.
congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Congratulations!
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
congratulations!!!
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
Congrats!
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions
Congrats, your first?
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Cool, I love kids.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
I like other peoples kids LOL
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Tell him not to try stealing
"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.
Hey guys
Just got online, how are things going so far?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:52 PM CDT reply actions
Are you serious?
j/k
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions
i'm shocked
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
You know broken hands clock thing
"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 Jun 5, 2009 6:54 PM CDT up reply actions
great jump
by Theriot there!
Pumping sunshine for the Cubs since 1968 (yeah, that's right I was a Cubs fan in the womb!)
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Jun 5, 2009 6:53 PM CDT reply actions
lol
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
I don't know why in hell he does those things....he's really not good at it...and the #3 hitter is up.
"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.
#4 I meant.
"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.
here's Halle for you Hoff
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
She's basically one of the few women I would do almost anything for :-(
"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.
Halle failed, guess you have to use her sparingly
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Maybe she's a PH only?
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
You might be right, I think it worked when he was PHing
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
or she only works under EA
since she was posted beneath
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
That'll take some coordination then.
If I remember there were 2 pics of EA and one of Halle. We’ll have to do it as a team.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Hmmm...
I somehow think Halle isn’t quite doing it tonight…
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by Chris Dobbertean on Jun 5, 2009 6:56 PM CDT reply actions
hey!
There is no infinity button for failing in sports. At some point, things turn. They always do. - Bill Simmons
Hey there!
Cubs lead, 1-0, going to the bottom of the third.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Four Ks
Just walked Owings, though.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 5, 2009 7:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Hi girl
Hows it be?
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
HI!!!! :)
I’m so glad it’s Friday.
Only 3 weeks left of school!!!!
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
That's great
Going anywhere for the summer?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 5, 2009 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions
I work at a couple of Universities over the summer
and will spend about 4 weeks with my fam. Should be busy and fun. :)
Believe or Leave ~Cubswynn 9/9/2008
hey sica
baseball is a game of outs......pop out, ground out, line out, pitch out, strike out, fly out, and Fox and Bud's favorite black out
Cool
Up for learning some stats? I got 2 weeks :)
"That's what you live for. You live for the opportunity and when that day comes, you better be ready," Soto said. "I tried to make sure that whenever they gave me a chance, I was ready and I knew I had to take advantage of the opportunity."
by Madison Cub Fan on Jun 5, 2009 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions
Looking good so far!
Chicago Cubs > Milwaukee Brewers
by CUBSfaninYANKEEcountry on Jun 5, 2009 6:58 PM CDT reply actions
ZZZZ
Chicago Cubs > Milwaukee Brewers
by CUBSfaninYANKEEcountry on Jun 5, 2009 7:00 PM CDT reply actions
wakeup, Z has 4 strikeouts!
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The fact that
nothing comes easy for this team will make the ultimate victory that much sweeter
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