First Pitch Thread: Cubs vs. Nationals, Wednesday 8/26, 7:05 CT
Washington Nationals at Chicago Cubs, Aug 26, 2009 7:05 PM CDT
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frits!
Scene: Bleachers, early 1980s
Me: 'Who is that guy down there in shorts, no shirt who thinks he knows everything about baseball?'
True Bleacher Bum: 'You dumbass, that's Bill Veeck!'
Win...... that's it......just win!
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
give us your best tonight, Rich!
we need a W, bad.
"I love California. I practically grew up in Phoenix."
-- Dan Quayle
Rich has been pitching well lately. This should be good.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Good luck y'all
Hope ya can climb back in this thing. Be good for baseball, good for The Game.
I'm a Baseball fan first, Cards fan 2nd.
by Cardsfansince62 on Aug 26, 2009 7:05 PM CDT reply actions
Your guys could help that out
Lose a little, huh?
"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
Tonight's giveaway
Has a HUUUGE Cubs logo on it. Do not want.
"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
Ballcap sponsored by MSI
"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
Mindless Self Indulgence?
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions
lifesize Miles bobblehead
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Fits right in your back pocket
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Fits on your mantel!
"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
it fits the toilet!
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 26, 2009 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Just its batting average.
"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
Light him up!
And Jesus (insert your savior here), he wants to go to Venus
Leaving Levon far behind
Take a balloon and go sailing
While Levon, Levon slowly dies
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
Score first and often Cubs!
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Lot of empty seats early....
bars must be busy in Wrigleyville
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
New door policy
As they scan you ticket, they ask “Will you boo?” If you say yes, you’re denied entry.
"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
Haha.
Somewhere, Shawngoldman smiles
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Good start, Rich!
Scott Bora$ is satan.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:12 PM CDT reply actions
Send him some Canadian vibes...
"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
lets get a win now
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
Maybe I missed the discussion, but yesterday Soriano's knee was so sore
they were talking about shutting him down. Today he’s in the lineup?
gordo got punk'd
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 26, 2009 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions
Brenly: "Alfonso with his gimpy knee starting in left field..."
I have no idea
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, somethings not quite right, is it?!
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
I don't get it either.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
I think harden is due for a win
Let’s get it for him.
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by BrewCrew'sPrinceofDarkness on Aug 26, 2009 7:14 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
He's gonna have to pitch better than this...
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Geeezzzzzz
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
I agree, Ron
"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
16 pitches and no one out, uh oh
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Bases loaded
16 pitches…none out…looks like a short night headed Rich’s way :(
Scott Bora$ is satan.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:15 PM CDT reply actions
well
its a good thing lou didnt use 5 relievers last night! wait…
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 26, 2009 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Heilman
Can put the game out of rich for us on his own, he don’t need help!
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
reach that is
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
Well this game is off to an intersting start
Jerry’s been so distant lately and Lovie barely calls.- Just Dave
so the suck eminating from the field
is causing the rain.
I blame Aaron.
Jerry’s been so distant lately and Lovie barely calls.- Just Dave
which one
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 26, 2009 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions
Yes.
"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
hmm
aaron yes…
they got another one?!
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 26, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
The cubs are sucking some rain right out of the clouds?
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
K
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
1!

"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
Matt Murton
DFA’ed
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
How will his unicorn eat now?
"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
too bad for him
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
inning over
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
That coulda been alot worse
"Women...you can't live without them, and they can't pee standing up." Rube Baker
yes it could
Its gotten to the point that I now EXPECT meltdown innings if our starters get into any sort of trouble
Please Cubs get on the board this inning.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
+1
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
1 run from that mess was a good conclusion.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
I really wish
MLB.TV had a way to turn off commercials between innings. Thankfully, this laptop has a Mute button.
"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
time to beat down on this Mets' reject
"I love California. I practically grew up in Phoenix."
-- Dan Quayle
Heilman?
"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
Livan: Gnats signed him last night
"I love California. I practically grew up in Phoenix."
-- Dan Quayle
Heilman?
Oh, wait, THIS one
It never gets to be easy
by chitownhawkeye on Aug 26, 2009 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions
I can't shake images of
the 2007 playoff game
Ugh.
Jerry’s been so distant lately and Lovie barely calls.- Just Dave
And K'ed on pitch #5
Improvement, of a sort
"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
Man I havent seen the seats this empty in a long time
"Women...you can't live without them, and they can't pee standing up." Rube Baker
A deadly combination of wet and suck
Keeping fans away in droves.
"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
Hope it stays that way until the end of the year.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
5 pitches from Riot, season high pitches in an at bat
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Get your bat, Milton
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
He's not that young
"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
LOL
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Consistency is what we're striving for.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
so?
how’s it going? I notice Sori is in the lineup, what’s up with that?
"I’m not going to allow Al Yellon to flush this thing down the crapper without a fight." (BLOU)
Forget all that other stuff. I gotta believe.
Wish I knew.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
That means
He’s playing
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
no problem
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
He told Lou he's ready to carry this team....
gimpy knee or not!
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions
tendinitis is for wussies
Theriot is not clutch, he's double clutch!
by jesus christos on Aug 26, 2009 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions
It's either surgery or he plays every day.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
What Happened...
to Blou? did he get booted again?
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
just wandered
I would sleep with Blou if it meant the Cubs would win a WS. by Doggie Stalker on Aug 22, 2009 4:11 PM EDT
all those who wander are not lost...
Nobody cares about your fantasy baseball team
by carmen_fanzone on Aug 26, 2009 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions
He posted yesterday
in the ESPN article/Kenney thread.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
what did he say?
“I was wrong about Crane Kenney”?
"I’m not going to allow Al Yellon to flush this thing down the crapper without a fight." (BLOU)
Forget all that other stuff. I gotta believe.
by drewishdrewid on Aug 26, 2009 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions
When have you ever seen him write those words?
"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
if he does
you can be sure they’ll end up in a signature line
It never gets to be easy
by chitownhawkeye on Aug 26, 2009 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions
first time for everything.
"I’m not going to allow Al Yellon to flush this thing down the crapper without a fight." (BLOU)
Forget all that other stuff. I gotta believe.
by drewishdrewid on Aug 26, 2009 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions
Here's what he said.
It’s toeards the bottom of the page and is titled “Sandy Alderson is in discussion with Ricketts”
http://www.bleedcubbieblue.com/2009/8/25/1001925/espn-reports-kenney-to-stay-with
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
He beats his fists against the posts and still insists he sees the ghosts
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
he puts the lotion
in the basket?
"I’m not going to allow Al Yellon to flush this thing down the crapper without a fight." (BLOU)
Forget all that other stuff. I gotta believe.
by drewishdrewid on Aug 26, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions
It rubs the lotion on its skin or else it gets the hose again!
"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
ack..towards
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Signed a minor league contract with the St. Paul Saints
"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
well, we showed him who's boss!
"I love California. I practically grew up in Phoenix."
-- Dan Quayle
Ladies and gentlemen
Visiting Wrigley from 1992 – Arsenio Hall!
"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
Hungry for Subway, hope were winning when I come back.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
2!

"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
So...
…what have I missed? 1-0; did Richie give up a homer?
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Ugly meltdown to start the game
Got out of it with minimal damage.
"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
Cool.
Well, sort of. At least they didn’t run up anything major.
Is attendance off again?
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Pink Hat Guy is there
All is well.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
"Good to see Soriano back in there."
Uh, no it’s not, Len
"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
Not if he's batting .157 in August.
…and Soto is even worse.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Hill's catching
Saved a run on a pitch in the dirt in the 1st
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That's why we've got him.
There’s somebody you resign.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Come on,
We must be able to beat (he shall be) Livan Hernandez!
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:39 PM CDT reply actions
He does wear his war wound like a crown
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
Good, you caught the Elton John reference there.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions
And he calls his child Jesus,
Because he likes the name.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions
Oh look
Mila Kunis got work. Good for her.
"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
Eh, she's okay.
It was more of a knee jerk reaction. Eva Green is more my type.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Bored!

"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
Starring in "Extract"
Alongside Ben Affleck – I expect the movie to make $3.75
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Is that Ben Affleck's...
…triumphant return to the screen as a stoner?
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
Typecasting much?
"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 love Bob and his stories.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
I'd like to see him manage this team
but then we wouldn’t be able to hear those anymore
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
But walked in an alternate universe!
In that same universe, the Buffalo Bills are four time Super Bowl champs, too.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
In that same universe,
did the Detroit Lions go undefeated last year?
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions
They then lost to the Chiefs in the SB
"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
It's a good thing...
…I can watch four games at once.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
3!

"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
3 outs.
Can I has Cubs runs now?
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:53 PM CDT reply actions
Koyie with a leadoff single
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Let's see if Rich can bunt
"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
Koyie Hill base hit.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 7:56 PM CDT reply actions
hey guys and gals I'll try to bring some luck here...
I'm a lefty, maybe Lou should give me a shot for a position in the bullpen!!
They need it.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
I've pretty much thrown in the towel after last night
I'm a lefty, maybe Lou should give me a shot for a position in the bullpen!!
I'll stay til the end.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Hello everyone.
I’m here for about an hour then its bed.
Lets go theriot.
Change is inevitable; progress is optional.
How's Georgia?
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Yup
Moved to Fargo
"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
Needed it
Atlanta was fun and all, but it got a little dull after 17 years.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
That's about 16 years...
…and 364 more days than I could stand.
Rickey has spoken. Keep the Athletics in Bump City.
BB channeling Ted Williams
"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
but I'll take that HR...
I'm a lefty, maybe Lou should give me a shot for a position in the bullpen!!
the fact he called Cubs fans out..
I'm a lefty, maybe Lou should give me a shot for a position in the bullpen!!
What did you say?
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Nobody's booing Bradley now!
"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
See his hand gesture?
He’s still an asshole
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
Milton!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
GAMEBOARD!!!!!!
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 26, 2009 8:00 PM CDT reply actions
All right!
"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
Jump?
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