Big Z At Altitude: Cubs vs. Rockies Preview, Friday 8/7, 8:10 CT
by Al Yellon on Aug 7, 2009 6:00 PM CDT
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When the Cubs last saw the Rockies, it was a lot colder than it is today, the Rockies had a different manager, and the two teams split a brief two-game series at Wrigley Field in April. Since Clint Hurdle was fired and replaced by Jim Tracy on May 27, the Rockies are 41-21, best record in the NL since that date by a wide margin.
So it's a far different Rockies team the Cubs will see, and playing in Denver is always a challenge, though the Cubs are 8-7 there since 2004. Let's hope they can keep the game times straight -- this four-game, wraparound-till-Monday series has four different starting times (8:10 CT tonight, then 7:10 CT, 2:10 CT and 7:40 CT).
The Rockies have had, in their 16-year history, only four full qualifying seasons by a pitcher who had a season ERA under 4.00 -- Joe Kennedy in 2004, Jason Jennings in 2006, and Aaron Cook and Ubaldo Jimenez, tonight's starter, last year. Jimenez, currently with an ERA of 3.76, has a chance to be (along with Cook, who the Cubs won't see in this series) the first pitcher to accomplish that twice.
Meanwhile, Geovany Soto will be reactivated for tonight's game; at this writing it's not clear who will return to Iowa, but my choice would be Micah Hoffpauir, who needs more AB's. Lou says that Koyie Hill, who has done an outstanding job in starting the last 26 games in a row, will now be getting anywhere from 30-40% of the starts the rest of the way:
"We know the record," Piniella said. "He's done a really, really nice job, and we're appreciative, but we have to get Soto ready to catch, too. It might be 60-40, two-thirds, one-third, I don't know exactly how [they'll share playing time]. Believe me, we're not going to go strictly one way."
Finally, Bruce Miles' column today has some notes about whether Andrew Cashner will get a September callup (he won't) and some other notes about rising stars in the system, as well as praise for Bob Brenly's criticisms on Wednesday's telecast:
When Milton Bradley pulled up short on Willy Taveras' pop foul fly in the first inning, Brenly said: "Milton Bradley takes two more steps, that's an easy play for him."
And when Alfonso Soriano got picked off base in the seventh to kill whatever chance the Cubs had to rally against Justin Lehr, Brenly noted not only the pickoff, but Soriano's nonchalant manner at first.
"Do you know what I said about having a feel for the game?" Brenly asked. "There you go."
That was it. He didn't harp or bring up either situation later.
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Ubaldo Jimenez, despite his good record the last couple of years, has never defeated the Cubs: 0-3, 7.27 in four starts, and that's with three of them being in Wrigley Field. Most of that damage has been done by players other than those on the current roster; only Aramis Ramirez (3-for-5) has homered off him among players currently on the team. However, Alfonso Soriano, who is 1-for-6 vs. Jimenez, has 36 career AB in Coors Field, in which he has hit .472/.513/.944 with six doubles, a triple and three home runs. Coors Field seems the perfect place for a hitter like Soriano when he's hot.
Meanwhile, Z has never defeated the Rockies in Denver (0-2), though he is 2-4, 3.13 in eight overall starts vs. Colorado. He hasn't faced them in over two years, since June 27, 2007 at Wrigley Field, and not in Denver since August 4, 2004. (Amusement value: check out who led off for the Rockies that day.) Current Rockies are hitting .169 (10-for-59) against Z and none of them has homered off him.
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Si.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions
Tito
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 7, 2009 6:04 PM CDT up reply actions
When was the last time we faced Ubaldo Jimenez?
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:06 PM CDT reply actions
April 13th
the second game of the season.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 7, 2009 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Fail.
We faced him in our home opener this year.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions
woops plus the 2nd game of 09 lol
just assumed they hadn’t seen him this year
he was even worse that day:
3.2 IP 4H 3ER 6BB 5K
They have hit him pretty well over his career but he can be tough.
It wasn't the second game of the season, it actually was the seventh.
Took two of three in Houston and Milwaukee, and that was our home opener.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions
At least a split
The Cubs need to get at least a split in this series and I will be happy enough, a 500 road trip. The way they’ve played on the road you can’t expect alot more and with the Cards playing the pirates they are going to need to avoid a disaster.
As for the Soto/Hill thing, I’m sure if Soto goes back to hitting like the 08 Soto somehow, we won’t see as much Hill.
We can't be alarmed if the Cubs are 3 games out by Wednesday
Playing the Rocks and Phils while the Cards play Pit and Cinci. If our boys play well, it’ll all take care of itself. We could use a little help from the AAA Pirates and Bakers Boys though.
I have nothing funny or creative to write.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:09 PM CDT reply actions
Pirates can screw with Cards though
They don’t know very much about these new players. Then again, AAA probably can’t hit Carpenter…
Majors have a very tough time hitting him too
"A fanatic is one who can't change his mind and won't change the subject." -Sir Winston Churchill
If the Cubs are a good playoff team, we need to win both this and PHI series..
Crossroads time for this team…. Seriously. If they can’t figure out these next 7 games and compete well, the road gets much harder..
I'd be thrilled with a split
As hot as the Rockies are we should consider a split a triumph, and come home happy. Haven’t seen for sure, but I assume Hoff goes down. At least that will give Fox more ab’s, and some back up time at first too if needed. I wonder if far down road they realize they might have trouble paying D-Lee after next year, and Fox might be a solid option?
2-0 Cards
Matt Effing Holliday with a 2-run jack off Maholm. With Carpenter going, that could be enough. Sigh.
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by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:14 PM CDT reply actions
4 hits already for Cards
Lucky Lugo got picked off, or it’d be 3-0.
I have nothing funny or creative to write.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:16 PM CDT up reply actions
jones is a beast
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions
"That could be enough"
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions
Tonight and Sunday
Are our best chances pitching wise to get the split.
Zambrano vs. jimenez
Wells vs. Hammel
Would love to beat Marquis tomorrow!
2-1 Cards
Garrett Jones HR
I have nothing funny or creative to write.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:22 PM CDT reply actions
2-2
Doumit makes it back 2 back!
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by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:24 PM CDT reply actions
Spoke to soon on Carpenter obviously.
I have nothing funny or creative to write.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:24 PM CDT up reply actions
always need to heed his starts
if anything starts to look funny……
i’ll leave it like that
Make it 2-2 in Pittsburgh.
Another solo blast.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:24 PM CDT reply actions
Z's last game in CO, as noted by Al, had Miles leading off, he came in 4th in ROY voting that year...
Oh, how the mighty have fallen.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
Odds we hear Bradley and/or Soriano and/or anybody else having issues with Brenley?
One day I hope to come up with something worthy of this space.
Probably
No one likes being called out…even if Brenley’s 100% bang on. Fragile egos…
I have nothing funny or creative to write.
by Canadian Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I love BB...
Seriously, I’m glad he’s telling it like it is. Like Bruce Miles said, no need to harp on it or constantly rip players, but I think fans enjoy hearing the truth.
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Aug 7, 2009 6:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Looks like Hoff is going down to make room
Cubs activate C Geo Soto; demote 1B/OF Micah Hoffpauir to AAA Iowa.
Via @ChrisDeLuca
Tweeting about the Cubs most of the time from @jmkobus
So when are we going to send Aaron Miles down?
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions
And by send you mean just straight up release him?
Tweeting about the Cubs most of the time from @jmkobus
It doesn't matter, just get him off the major league roster somehow!
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions
no backup shortstop?
As horrible as Miles is Blanco is ‘injured’ so if they sent Miles down there would be no backup SS.
we can't for awhile
he’s our
gulp
backup shortstop
thank god
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions
Photo Caption: "Here Milton, over here! That was the 3rd out....no really, I swear!"
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 7, 2009 6:32 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
+2
"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 Aug 7, 2009 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
+3
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions
maholm
or mahollum, retires the cards in order in the second. 2-2, due up LaRoche, Onedec, Mahollum
Thanks Al -
Enjoyed reading BRUUUUCE.
I would think that Brenly should receive an interview when Lou retires after this year (I believe he will).
He has as many World Series rings as Lou does as a manager, at least.
Yes, he had Schilling and Johnson, but he has grown on me as an analyst – and not a bad manager either. We could (and have) do a lot worse.
I like Brenly
but don’t really see him wanting the job. He seems to really enjoy working out of the booth. He gets days off to go see Michael play and has really grown as an announcer.
Brenly does a very good job.
I appreciate the fact he is honest. I might not agree every time but he won a WS and I stopped playing after junior year of high school. I value his input for sure and think giving him a shot at managing the Cubs down the road would not be a bad idea.
"They give each other a kiss after every pitch. He kisses her on the strikes and she kisses him on the balls." - Harry Caray
He interviewed after Baker left...
But I doubt he was ever a serious candidate.
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Aug 7, 2009 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
2-2 through 2 in pgh
Maholm and Carpenter both at 34 pitches. Pujols due third in the third.
I'll take a shot in the dark and say...
Dome
Theriot
Lee
Ramirez
Bradley
Soriano
Soto
Fontenot
Z
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Aug 7, 2009 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
c'mon, if it's fake
Marshall lf, Soto 1b, Miles ss, fonty 2b, Z p, Fuld cf, Hill c, Bradley rf, Soriano lf,
With the exception of switchign Dome and Riot..
This is the opening day lineup as envisioned. How many times has that even been possible this year?
by DisCUBbobulated on Aug 7, 2009 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
2
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 6:50 PM CDT up reply actions
I think that explains quite a bit about our problems on offense..
We haven’t had our full squad all year. This might be an exciting game tonight…
by DisCUBbobulated on Aug 7, 2009 6:53 PM CDT up reply actions
8 solid hitters in this lineup...
(Sorry Fontenot).
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Aug 7, 2009 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions
8 solid batters
fixed that for you.
Facing a righty so Milton will be useful, but I’m not counting on him to hit.
You think you notice most everything around you, but in reality you're nearly blind to everything outside of your current focus. Hilarious example.
Another
I like that Hoff was sent down...
I had a fear that it would be Fox, due to some sort of seniority thing…
That would be a lapse in judgement if it was Fox
Even Lou isn’t stupid enough to send Jake down.
"A fanatic is one who can't change his mind and won't change the subject." -Sir Winston Churchill
is anyone watching?
is carpenter looking hurt, or is it pittsburgh’s day of the week to not be hideous?
Carpenter always gives up a lot of hits..
But looks like he’s getting the ball up tonight. Last time he had a bad outing, I thought he was hurt, and then he turned around and put up a month of near zeros.
by DisCUBbobulated on Aug 7, 2009 6:59 PM CDT up reply actions
I probably won't be around for the game tonight....so don't forget to use enough of this.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 7, 2009 6:58 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
THERE IS NEVER ENOUGH ERIC HANNA!!!
It never gets to be easy
by chitownhawkeye on Aug 7, 2009 6:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Judging from the profile pic, I can only assume that...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on Aug 7, 2009 7:00 PM CDT up reply actions
Interesting Lineup!
1. Fukudome
2. Bradley
3. Lee
4. Rami
5. Soto
6. Soriano
7. Fontenot
8. Theriot
9. Z
they do read BCB
in lou’s office
bradley in the 2 hole
I can hope
that our first two batters walk then
It never gets to be easy
by chitownhawkeye on Aug 7, 2009 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions
I think we all have waited to see that lineup.
RE: Cubs game: if I can get enough luxury box tickets, you’re welcome to come to Dodger Stadium on August 20. I’m planning to go with KaliCub and Jimmyeatworld.
Send me an email so I know how to reach you.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions
about time
hopefully theriot being behind fonty will get him some better pitches
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions
WOW
I never thought they’d do the right think and hit Bradley 2nd against rightys
You think you notice most everything around you, but in reality you're nearly blind to everything outside of your current focus. Hilarious example.
Another
Great lineup
And I’ll toot my horns for predicting that would be it about 2-3 weeks ago :)
yes, but i would prefer derosa contribute nothing to the cardinals.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie
The "best fans in baseball" strike again!
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow, great role model
for her students huh?
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
BLou reported on the Rios fanpost that this team was the Giants
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
He certainly has a way of making from the hip opinions sound..
like biblically ordained truism.
by DisCUBbobulated on Aug 7, 2009 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
Both teams rumored...
Not to be the teams, according to MLBTR
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Aug 7, 2009 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions
Some people are guessing the White Sox...
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
His contract is absolutely nuts:
10:$9.7M, 11:$12M, 12:$12M, 13:$12.5M, 14:$12.5M, 15:$13.5M club option ($1M buyout), whoever took that better believe that the ’ol “change of scenery” excuse will work.
You can't win in the postseason unless you can manufacture runs. - Hall of Fame 2B Joe Morgan
It doesn't really matter does it?
Not like the Blue Jays are going to let him be claimed off waivers
I wouldn't be surprised
If they’re trying to cut payroll, but I’d also be shocked if they didn’t try to get at least some prospects for him
They can let the claiming team have Rios and the $60MM-plus remaining on his contract.
They can pull him back from waivers and keep him.
They can work out a deal with the claiming team.
One executive calls this an “incredible opportunity” for the Blue Jays to shed payroll.
by Reed's Johnson on Aug 7, 2009 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Hmmmm...
Stay at home and watch the game, or sigh go to my 10 year reunion’s cocktail hour(s) at the bar…
www.facebook.com/craighudak
by Craig in South Bend on Aug 7, 2009 7:17 PM CDT reply actions
Home for the game...
Geo’s back!
Someday we'll go all the way...
by CubsBullsBears on Aug 7, 2009 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions
I could go out and buy Wii Sports Resort too...
And reason with the missus that the money I spent on that could have been spent on multiple $6 pitchers.
www.facebook.com/craighudak
by Craig in South Bend on Aug 7, 2009 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions
to the bottom of the fifth
pirates 4 cardinals 3.
holliday made the last out.
milledge, jones, doumit for pittsburgh
how does jesus christ make an out?
i dont believe it
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Are you trying to say Jesus Christ can't hit a curve ball?
www.facebook.com/craighudak
by Craig in South Bend on Aug 7, 2009 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions
i guess i am...
am i?
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions
What about Jesus Christos?
www.facebook.com/craighudak
by Craig in South Bend on Aug 7, 2009 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions
i can hit a gyroball
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions
khalil greene hitting for ankiel
one on, two outs in the seventh
Go Cubs Go!!!
Guy at bar: "Do you just like that hat or do you like Chicago?"
Me: "I'm in Love, Obsessed and Addicted to the Chicago Cubs!"
by KC in OK on Aug 7, 2009 7:32 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Welcome back Geo!!!
Hope you have a good game and stay healthy.
I like the lineup and it’s good they sent Hoff down. This way he can play everyday and be ready for callup next month.
Recipe for Disaster;
C'mon Cubs, hurry up and blow this so I can relax.
by Bluekoolaide on July22, 2009 3:08 PM CDT
Oh, Jesus Christos!
Khalil Greene hits a two-run shot!
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:42 PM CDT reply actions
Um, epic fail.
Khalil Greene is thrown out at third, while Lugo scores.
Tie game.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Not real bright to get out #3 stretching a 2b to a 3b
and the planet’s best hitter on deck.
by DisCUBbobulated on Aug 7, 2009 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions
greene thrown out at third
on a single.
that musta been odd
Makes you wonder if he ignored second.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions
hell hasth frozen over
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions
I thought you would say something like
“Do not use my name in vain.”
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah, I know ... wasn't paying attention.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions
Milwaukee @ Houston,
Do we care about that game at all?
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:44 PM CDT reply actions
nope
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions
For those who do care,
Houston is leading Milwaukee, 1-0, top of the third.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Is there some way both teams can lose tonight?
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions
only if Prince
decides to become a carnivore and eats both teams.
9/14/08 - Big Z throws a no-hitter and my son attends his first Cubs game. The perfect combination.
Is he suspended tonight?
I know he got fined for trying to go into the Dodgers clubhouse.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions
fine no suspention
pretty sure
You think you notice most everything around you, but in reality you're nearly blind to everything outside of your current focus. Hilarious example.
Another
it's not like he was really going to do anything
if you are actually going to go into the opposing clubhouse and start a fight, then a team employee saying “You can’t go in” isn’t going to stop you.
You think you notice most everything around you, but in reality you're nearly blind to everything outside of your current focus. Hilarious example.
Another
he didnt get suspended
which is odd. bradders get suspended for accidentally hitting the umps hat and z gets suspended for his tirade, but that doesnt warrant a suspension?
He can throw a fastball at 87MPH and make you look like a fool. He can spray lines drives to right field. He can put up with crappy offense and take the loss. He is Randy Wells. He is the most interesting pitcher in the world. Stay healthy, my friends.
by jesus christos on Aug 7, 2009 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions
he basically got angry in a hallway?
They don’t suspend players for fighting with their own teammates so I don’t think they suspend guys for having to be held back in locker room hallways, until someone gets suspended for that the decision is ok.
1st and 2nd, 1 out for Pittsburgh
Garrett Jones up
Holy crap
Anyone see the fan fall in the Pirates/Cards game?
On field delay right now in Pittsburgh
Anyone know what’s going on?
Fan fell reaching for ball
Landed on face, looks like he hurt neck really badly.
Being taken out on stretcher with bloody face.
Really bad.
He was standing at first
Then I think he collapsed or they put him down. The replays looked bad.
put him down
not necessarily the way you meant to say that
I agree with that.
Our dog was put down in April.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Wow.
I really hope the fan is all right!
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah.
putting him on a stretcher right now. albert over helping them out.
9/14/08 - Big Z throws a no-hitter and my son attends his first Cubs game. The perfect combination.
oops...my bad
not carp.
9/14/08 - Big Z throws a no-hitter and my son attends his first Cubs game. The perfect combination.
Read above
Fan injury. Am I the only one here with EI lol.
I just turned it on but don't know how fan got injured
looks REALLY bad . Fan is ON the field.
"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 Aug 7, 2009 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions
FSN going to another commercial break
not sure why, but might not be a good sign.
9/14/08 - Big Z throws a no-hitter and my son attends his first Cubs game. The perfect combination.
They have it on in the Pittsburgh feed
THey’re going to drive off shortly.
Not sure but fan seems to have fallen over railing
in the front row. It might be a heart attack
"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 Aug 7, 2009 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions
"THAT'S 2 OUTS! GIVE 'ER HERE!"
"It's hard to win 97 games, it's hard to win the division. Our attitude is if you get in every year, you get in most of the time, sooner or later you are going to knock that door down." -- Jim Hendry
Ronny Cedeno tonight
Saw him in the field twice (wasn’t focusing too much). Still makes me cringe even if he’s not on my team.
sad thing is...
Ronny has been on the web gems in the past week more than Theriot has ever been.
9/14/08 - Big Z throws a no-hitter and my son attends his first Cubs game. The perfect combination.
He's always been a web gem guy
He’s a flashy player when he can make a play. It’s OK to do that if you’re team isn’t in the race. But he’s blown plays trying to be fancy many times too. He’s not good enough to be pulling that stuff as often as he does.
Actually
Miles might be slightly better (atleast compared to Ronny’s Seattle time).
not quite
OPS+ 33 to 26 in favor of Seattle Cedeno over Chicago Miles.
You think you notice most everything around you, but in reality you're nearly blind to everything outside of your current focus. Hilarious example.
Another
Hmm.
Looking at the probable pitchers for this series, it is very vexing to me that the Rockies play the Cubs a full four game set in Colorado and for some reason manage to avoid facing Rich Harden. Who is my favorite player in all of MLB (even though I’m a Rockies fan). Exactly when I would have the opportunity to watch him pitch! Argh.
And he pops out to DeRosa.
I have been to five Cubs games in my lifetime.
The Cubs' record in those games: 5 wins, 0 losses.
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Aug 7, 2009 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions
popped out to DeRo at 3rd
.. to end the inning.. :(
"People ask me a lot about the values I got from playing for the Cubs for so many years. The value I got out of it was patience. A lot of people these days are not very patient." -- Ernie Banks
by CubFanInCanberra (9387milesfromWrigley) on Aug 7, 2009 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions
Any help we can get from the Pirates will be gravy
though I do like Duke vs Piniero for them Sunday.
Pretend it's the playoffs...
and drop the ball DeRo
Sean Marshall
starting in place of Z
9/14/08 - Big Z throws a no-hitter and my son attends his first Cubs game. The perfect combination.
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