Randy Wells Shuts Down Cardinals; Cubs Homer Three Times In 5-0 Win
by Al Yellon on Jul 23, 2010 4:38 PM CDT
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PrintNo matter how this season ends up -- and it's still a long uphill climb before we can have any talk at all about "pennant race" in Chicago -- it is always, ALWAYS satisfying to defeat the Cardinals.
That's especially true when it's done in style, as it was today in a 5-0 Cubs shutout victory on the hottest afternoon of the year. Game time temperature was reported as 89 degrees, but it had to be in the mid-90's with high humidity most of the day.
With the wind blowing out and balls leaving the yard and banging into the bleachers and Waveland during batting practice, it seemed as if it could be one of those record-breaking HR sort of days. However, and fortunately for the Cubs, only they got the long-ball memo. Tyler Colvin hit his first career leadoff HR (and only the second such homer for a Cub this season -- Kosuke Fukudome led off the game on July 5 in Arizona) with a homer); Geovany Soto and Alfonso Soriano also both went deep.
Meanwhile, Randy Wells was mowing down Cardinals. Ever since Wells figured out his first-inning woes, he's been lights-out. In his last five starts he's posted a 1.30 ERA in 34.2 innings, walked 11, struck out 30 and allowed only one home run. Today's fine seven-inning, five-singles-allowed, no-run outing lowered his season ERA to 4.07.
Meanwhile, any time the cubs see "Jeff Suppan" in the opponent's pitching slot, they lick their chops. The three Cub homers were all off Suppan; in 15.1 innings against the Cubs this season (two starts as a Brewer, today with the Cardinals), Suppan has allowed 26 hits, six home runs, and posted an 8.22 ERA. I'm surprised they just don't release him -- they're only paying him the minimum salary after the Brewers let him go in June, and there have to be Cardinals minor leaguers who could do better than that.
Fortunately for the Cubs, though, they haven't done it yet.
A few other notes:
- Since we often criticize Ryan Theriot on this site for his TOOTBLANs, credit where credit is due: Theriot scored from second base on an infield popup that landed near the pitcher's mound, untouched by Cardinal fielders.
- The game ran a brisk 2:25, appreciated by all on the blazing, sticky afternoon.
- The Cubs held Albert Pujols to an 0-for-4 day, appreciated after his three-homer game at Wrigley earlier this year.
- Sean Marshall issued a pair of walks in his two-inning, game-finishing appearance, but got out of the first one in the eighth with a slick DP, and the second one led to a pinch-hit appearance by Aaron Miles. Marshall struck out Miles to end the game. (Incidentally, the scoreboard said Miles was hitting .327. That first "3" should have been a "1", right? It must have been an electronic glitch.)
- BCB'er Vermont Cubs Fan sold off his terrace tickets for a bleacher ticket and joined us once again. He seemed much happier (and less sunburned) after today's win.
The Cardinals have now been shut out twice in a row and haven't scored in 20 consecutive innings. Regardless of any status of the division standings, it would be nice to continue that tomorrow. It's always nice to beat the Cardinals.
And one final note: based on what I heard today, there are no imminent deals involving Cubs players, one week before the non-waiver trade deadline. I'll keep my ears open.
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Can anyone get an animated GIF of LaRussa slamming the telephone box after Castro's hit dropped?
"Get up or GET OUT THE WAY!"
~Stacy King
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 23, 2010 4:42 PM CDT reply actions 1 recs
LOL
I didn’t see that. Too far away. Sounds like a magic moment!
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
It was.
Always love seeing him embarrass himself, since we have been so good at it ourselves this year. SWL said he thought it was just the players being dumb…sure is funny to see that video.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:15 PM CDT up reply actions
Here
http://mlb.mlb.com/video/play.jsp?content_id=10184963&query=%26game_pk%3D265254
Go to that link and click on “Castro’s RBI Single.” Enjoy.
"Get up or GET OUT THE WAY!"
~Stacy King
by wrigleyrocker12 on Jul 23, 2010 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
Thanks - That is priceless.
If the Cubs still have a chance, no matter how small, it’s still Go Cubs, damn the math and pass the KoolAid.
hee hee
priceless
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
It's even funnier seeing it on WGN than it was in person.
Thanks for sharing that.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
That look on Soup's face was priceless.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Being there,
I thought that was an easy pop-out. Those kinds of plays usually go against the Cubs.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions
TLR looked to be giving the phone box a "bitch slap, LaRussa style"
what a man!!
Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.
It was fantastic
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
It was hilarious.
A lovely story:
One day, long, long ago, there lived a woman who didn't whine, nag or bitch. That would be me....
But that was a long time ago and it was just that one day.
The end
that was a great moment
Fukudometer: Created 3/31/08 Wrigley Debut 4/5/08 WGN and Japan TV Debut 4/6/08 Sun Times Debut: 4/20/08 Coffee Table Debut: 7/17/08 (http://www.wearecubsfans.com)
That was an amazing play.
Never seen anything like it in person.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions
I have , many times
but it is usually the Cubs letting the ball drop.
"Lou Piniella's been a great manager for a long time and I stand by him completely"
by Doggie Stalker on Jul 23, 2010 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
LOL so true....
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions
Stupid question - why wasn't the infield fly rule called?
Is it not used when there’s two out?
I'll go to my grave believing Armando Galarraga tossed the 21st perfect game in MLB history.
Exactly
No need for it, as there is no double-play possibility.
"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
AND.........
The infield fly rule only applies when there is a force out opportunity at 3rd base i.e. runners on 1st and 2nd, or bases loaded. At the time of the play, Theriot was the only base runner at 2nd so whether the ball was dropped or not, regardless of the outs, he didn’t have to attempt an advance to 3rd.
"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
This sounds like something for SWL.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions
Cubs have 11 games left against the Redbirds
I hope they can mean something
"Brant Brown...DROPS THE BALL!!!!"
Start by winning tomorrow.
One game at a time.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
They shall... One way or the other...
Personally I would like to see a Cubs sweep.
If the Cubs still have a chance, no matter how small, it’s still Go Cubs, damn the math and pass the KoolAid.
they always mean something
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
A great day...
1) Germany wins their first EC game – http://www.baseball-em.de/category/english/
2) Cubs whip the Cardinals – Watching the video archive (MLB-TV) right now
If the Cubs still have a chance, no matter how small, it’s still Go Cubs, damn the math and pass the KoolAid.
Listened to the game....
While fighting traffic in Boston. The guy who fills in for pat in the middle two innings says after the Cards fail to turn the DP, “let’s make them pay for that” and Soriano immediately hit the two run shot. Nice work!!
That actually leads to a question…. Where does pat go for those two innings? Or is it just a break….
GO CUBS! And let’s get another win tomorrow!!
by cubbiefanTN on Jul 23, 2010 4:54 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
He goes out back and burns a J
It helps him deal with Ron
We can't win at home. We can't win on the road. I just can't figure out where else to play!
-- Pat Williams
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jul 23, 2010 4:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Awesome!
There was at least three times when Ron read letters from fans that I was forced to remove my earphones for fear of my ears bleeding.
by cubbiefanTN on Jul 23, 2010 4:58 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I caught (Wed?) the fan letter about a guy getting two cats and he wanted to name them Pat & Ron.
But his mom wouldn’t let him because she didn’t want the cats wearing ugly sweaters. They just joked on and on and it eventually got back to Ron and his fat cat that has diabetes. I almost started to cry it was so funny.
Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.
it's just one inning
and it’s Judd Sirott, to our eternal dismay.
Forget all that other stuff. I gotta believe.
by drewishdrewid on Jul 23, 2010 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions
DISMAY?
DO YOU NOT ENJOY BEING SHOUTED AT?
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
its all of it
also, i never really realized how BAD santo was as an announcer until I heard him without Pat.
I mean, good guy, great player… but listening to Ron announce games is hard.
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
What I hate
is how Judd doesn’t know which side of the score to emphasize. Example: Cubs are losing 5 to 7, and score a 6th run. He’ll say, “Cubs now down SEVEN to six.” He does this ALL THE TIME. ARGH.
I honestly don’t think he understands the game well enough to call it. I would love to give him a quiz on baseball basics and see how he does.
can judd be traded by the 7/31 deadline?
Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.
It just feels like two innings when Judd covers for Pat.
But in reality, it’s one inning. (Thank God).
I loved that popup single
by Castro……….as Suppan and LaRue looked at it hitting the ground and the 3rd baseman didn’t even try to catch it. Now that’s what I call a Cardinal occurrence by the Redbirds…..LOL
Then the best part was when TLR slammed the telephone box!
Cardinal Sin?
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
Take her to the Comfy Chair!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions
NO ONE expects a Spanish Inquisition!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions
check out Gilliam's expression LOL
I'll go to my grave believing Armando Galarraga tossed the 21st perfect game in MLB history.
BB said, during the1st inning, more or less: The Cardinal's sin is issuing walks
If the Cubs still have a chance, no matter how small, it’s still Go Cubs, damn the math and pass the KoolAid.
The Cardinal Sin, St. louie style!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:23 PM CDT up reply actions
I thought it was their lousy beer...
If the Cubs still have a chance, no matter how small, it’s still Go Cubs, damn the math and pass the KoolAid.
by eths on Jul 23, 2010 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions 1 recs
They do have lousy beer from AB (Now In Bev really and not American)
There are a few microbreweries around town that are good, however.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:26 PM CDT up reply actions
Anyone notice we're hitting home runs again?
And in doing so scoring runs?
"I do not aim with my hand; he who aims with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I aim with my eye.
I do not shoot with my hand; he who shoots with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I shoot with my mind.
I do not kill with my gun; he who kills with his gun has forgotten the face of his father. I kill with my heart."
by windycitywarrior on Jul 23, 2010 4:57 PM CDT reply actions
It's been so long...
"I do not aim with my hand; he who aims with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I aim with my eye.
I do not shoot with my hand; he who shoots with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I shoot with my mind.
I do not kill with my gun; he who kills with his gun has forgotten the face of his father. I kill with my heart."
by windycitywarrior on Jul 23, 2010 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Every time we hit a HR, we seem to score a run!
by madcow256 on Jul 23, 2010 5:50 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
every time we hit a home run
an angel gets his wings
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
Holy cow
25 appearances without a win for Suppan
The stat box on SportsCenter is kinda silly.
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
Just because it's the last time I'll (probably) be able to post it in context
Credit: Evil BCB
"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
loving it...
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
You're right, Al.
It’s ALWAYS satisfying to beat the Cardinals.
But I’m happiest about Wells’ return to form. Long-term, he’s very important to this team, and if he had gone all Rich Hill on us, the team’s future is a lot less bright.
Agreed.
Gorzelanny, who goes tomorrow, is also very important to the Cubs future.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
Yup.
Dempster, Wells and Gorzo are a good foundation for next year’s rotation.
I’ve said it before: I think next year’s team will be better than anyone is predicting right now. When we clear out some of the old guys filling roster spots (Lee, Nady, Theriot, and I hope Fukudome) we’re left with a very good young nucleus and some decent vets to fill the roster.
That’s not to say they’ll necessarily make the postseason in 2011. But a young and (mostly) homegrown nucleus of Wells, Marmol, Marshall, Cashner, Soto, Castro, Colvin and Gorzo, I like the future of this team.
Now look what you've done.
You’ve made me completely agree with you again.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
Did you watch Wed's game later?
I know it could be self abuse…but I wonder if you saw how moved in the infield was during the 9-11th innings from the bleachers.
Thank goodness we get Hawksworth pitching against us tomorrow. You stated they have to have better young pitchers in the minors than Suppan…I don’t know if that’s necessarily true. They did announce Ottovino who has been used as a replacement before just was injured the other day and heading for surgery.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:29 PM CDT up reply actions
I should add they also have used PJ Walters
Who has had mediocre results at best. I am sure they are exploring the majors for a reclamation project for Duncan.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions
Howry?
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
I'd drive him back to St. Louis here for free
And give him a few bucks spending money personally.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 6:03 PM CDT up reply actions
might as well fill up your car
and give Grabow a ride, too
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
I howled when we brought back Howry
folks were like, “give the guy a chance to screw up first” and I’m like he already screwed up enough to be traded away in the first place… it’s like hitting yourself in the head with a hammer
but it feels so good when you stop!
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
I was in favor of bringing him back
Now I think the guy should just retire.
RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).
Yeah.
It was a low risk move as silly as I thought it was. Didn’t really hurt with him being paid so little by us. But it isn’t working.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions
In this case
we got less than we paid for.
If a quality pitching start is 3 runs and 6 innings, then a quality hitting day is 1 for 4.
lol
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions
Ha.
I actually think we’re both right about half the time and wrong half the time. And half the time we agree.
Here’s hoping this is the 1/4 of the time when we both agree and we’re right.
Or something.
Sorry. Long week. Loopy logic. Need a beer.
It's Friday, you've earned it.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
So many young guys who could be part of a good core
Wells, Gorzo, Cashner, Marshall, Castro, Soto, Colvin
Yeah, not REAL young, but still, how many of these guys were we this positive about at the start of the year?
Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.
El Gato
Sorry for riding you about Piniella in the game thread the other day. I really wasn’t paying close attention to the game. Upon further review I was wrong and you were right.
by JSB on Jul 23, 2010 5:19 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
Oh, that's nice of you.
But no apology necessary. :)
Amen to that.
I wanted to shelve him for awhile when he went had several bad outings strung together…and while it did take awhile for him to come out of it, he sure has. It’s a shame he’s had bad run support like other pitchers. Watching him today sure made me happy he’s part of our future…not only pitched well, but bunted well too.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions
Wells
Great to see him back on track. It’s funny because his numbers were very similar to Tommy Hanson’s last year, and although Hanson is younger and obviously a better prospect, I am sure you didn’t hear Braves fans whining about his struggles this year. Kudos to the Cubs for sticking with him despite his struggles. Everyone who called for him to be demoted to AAA or the bullpen should admit they were wrong.
by JSB on Jul 23, 2010 5:18 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
Cubs Beat Cardinals! Cubs Beat Cardinals!
I don’t want to overanalyze it. It’s always great when the Cubs beat the Cardinals.
"The big possums walk late." - Harry Caray
Yes sir!
I would have loved to hear Harry broadcasting the game and him saying, “The good Lord wants the Cubs to win!”
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions
He would be 96 right now
That might not be as much fun as you think
We can't win at home. We can't win on the road. I just can't figure out where else to play!
-- Pat Williams
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jul 23, 2010 5:51 PM CDT up reply actions
He'd be a lot better than Judd at any age.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions
Good point
We can't win at home. We can't win on the road. I just can't figure out where else to play!
-- Pat Williams
by Fat Punk Kicker on Jul 23, 2010 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions
Harry's ashes would be a
a better announcer than Judd…
Hell… Ronnies hairpiece IS better…
Roberto Duran to Sugar Ray Leonard - No Mas... No Mas...
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Hicks: That's it, man. Game over, man. Game over, what the **** are we supposed to now, huh, what are we gonna do?
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"Why people, who have not committed any punishable offense, listen to Country and Western music is absolutely beyond me" - John Cleese
Pete Rose Line Drive as An Expo
I remember that line drive Pete Rose hit off Lee Smith’s shoulder that Dave Owen caught on the fly for one out. Owen threw to first base to double a runner off base. That ended the game. I’ll look up when that game was.
August 2, 1984 Expos @ Cubs
"The big possums walk late." - Harry Caray
I remember that because of the video "Cubs Win!"
Ahhh, the days of Betamax.
"You’re playing a baseball game. You’re not playing Tiddlywinks. There is competition, for God’s sake."— Lou Piniella
If the Cubs can sweep the Cards...
then they have a chance. If not, the season is dead. I know, I’m pretty much stating the obvious. But with 8 more against them after this weekend, if we can somehow win the next two, then we definitely have a chance.
Call me blindly optimistic, but I’m just not ready for my team’s season to be over. It’s freaking July.
crap, I want the Tigers to get him
I'll go to my grave believing Armando Galarraga tossed the 21st perfect game in MLB history.
they also were supposed to be frontrunners
for lee, its ain’t done, til its done.
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
that's why they have to actually play the games...
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
I agree:
Since we often criticize Ryan Theriot on this site for his TOOTBLANs, credit where credit is due: Theriot scored from second base on an infield popup that landed near the pitcher’s mound, untouched by Cardinal fielders.
…but, and I know this is nitpicking (and could have been worse), but Castro should have been on second… just sayin’.
And YES, it is always nice to beat the Cards. I went to a Dodgers/Mets game last night with a Cardinals fan/old college roommate, and we agreed that the wave going around Dodger Stadium was stupid.
"You’re playing a baseball game. You’re not playing Tiddlywinks. There is competition, for God’s sake."— Lou Piniella
if he ran as fast as he could of, maybe he could have made second
but thats beyond nitpicky, IMO.
He ran to first on a play most guys probably never would’ve budged outta the box.
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
I think he would have been there without a throw with good hustle.
But yes, I am happy he got out of the box and got to first. AND didn’t just trot his way to second for show – that’s how he would have gotten thrown out at 2.
I just like seeing the most out of players capitalizing on mistakes. Take 2 bases, not just 1.
"You’re playing a baseball game. You’re not playing Tiddlywinks. There is competition, for God’s sake."— Lou Piniella
On a different day
I might be inclined to agree. But BREATHING is difficult today, I’m not gonna get upset a guy didn’t kill himself on a maybe.
I don’t know how hot it was at Wrigley, but here the heat index hit 97 and it feels like you’re breathing into a wet sponge.
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
It was REALLY hot at Wrigley today.
More so than Wednesday. I had heat-related issues early on, until I started drinking lots of water at the stadium.
I nearly fainted in the third inning. I was dizzy and had circulation issues in my hands, which happens when I am in heat for too long. I then drank about 1/3 of a bottle of water, and said out loud “Whoa!” because I felt better almost instantly.
But it was a near thing. I later saw a woman behind the bleachers in left field (right under the Toyota sign) who had fainted. The relief workers threw an ice pack right by me—it passed within inches of my left arm. They had doused her with water, and she seemed to be recovering when I walked by.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Sounds scary.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions
I noticed that with Castro.
Hopefully someone will mention it to him after the game. I’d hate to see the lack of hustle from a lot of the club permeate to him. I did see Theriot cheering him on, his arm wrapped around him in the dugout watching the game Weds. It’s good to see those two encouraging each other…just don’t teach him your baserunning skills, m’kay Ryan?
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 6:01 PM CDT up reply actions
@Sandbergs Evil Twin Looks phoney to me. Theriot is just posing for the cameras. He does not like Castro.
Y'know
If you respond directly to a post, you don’t need to address the individual to whom you’re responding, especially not with Twitteresque @ symbols. If there are a lot of responses to someone before you got there (which may confuse the matter), the “up” link in each response post tends to clear up any confusion.
HTH.
"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
No problem, Em
:P
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Didn't look phony to me.
When Castro hit a double, he waggled his fingers at him as Theriot was cheering…that’s exactly what I like to see from teammates.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 24, 2010 12:17 AM CDT up reply actions
He SHOULD score from 2nd with two outs
It would be BAD if he didnt score on a popfly with two outs
Steve Swisher - 1976 NL All-Star Catcher
by Dan Serafini on Jul 24, 2010 10:13 AM CDT up reply actions
May their lamentation never cease
Blue mountains high .. Blue valleys low
I don't know which way we shall go ..
One summer dream .. one summer dream ..
coda
ELO, 1975
aw geez
I hate to even make Cardinal fans cry, but maybe they are too sensitive to be sports fans?
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
They are the most knowledgeable fans in baseball, just ask them!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 6:22 PM CDT up reply actions
I once met a Cardinals fan that didn't know who Rogers Hornsby was
True story.
RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).
It happens all the time.
Baseball is king here in St. louis, but being so far from New York and larger markets where teams regularly succeed, they get this “we’re the top dog” philosophy that leads to a lot of arrogance. A large number of fans think their team having a lot of rings means knowledge…well uh…that may not be right, but look at how many times we won the WS!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 6:49 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah
I probably know more about the history of St. Louis baseball (including the Browns and Stars) than the average Cardinals fan. Of course, I’m a real geek with this stuff. That’s my excuse.
RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).
There's sure a lot of Cards fans that know their stuff inside and out.
I think it becomes noteworthy however, when they self proclaim themselves as the “best fans in baseball” or “the most knowledgeable fans in baseball”. Which they have often done.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions
There's no crying in baseball.
Wait…what? Baseball makes me cry a lot so I actually feel for them.
"Fasten those seatbelts!"-Pat Hughes
Maybe. :)
Didn’t think of that. I’m just so used to baseball making me cry that I assumed it did that to everyone.
"Fasten those seatbelts!"-Pat Hughes
That was really great...only part I didn't like was it was too short :(
That quote Sutcliffe made was impressive. I don’t remember the words and hope its up on some website.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions
why is it the same people who would throw a fit
if those seats and shirts were blue think its so cute to do it someone else?
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
the same reason you would hate having a cookie stolen from you
but find it hilarious when it happens to a person you hate
by jesus christos on Jul 23, 2010 6:30 PM CDT up reply actions
I don't get it either.
I think that photo is sad. But then I’m probably one of the few around here that doesn’t hate the Cardinals. I respect them.
"Fasten those seatbelts!"-Pat Hughes
i just don't get the whole idea behind
hating someone simply because they prefer someone else’s laundry over yours.
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
I dislike them because I live amongst them and the fans are frequently pompous and arrogant.
Constantly condescending and insulting to Chicago and Cub fans. I don’t “hate” anyone.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 6:51 PM CDT up reply actions
So you combat condescension
by employing some of your own?
That sounds like the best plan ever!
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
What is your sarcasm referring to?
Where am I being condescending?
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 6:57 PM CDT up reply actions
As an example,
yesterday on the local ESPN radio station, the local announcers spent a full 30 minutes discussing why a Cubs manager is completely irrelevant because we will never win a WS. this spiraled quickly into the fat slobs in the stands, the city being dirty, Chicago not deserving a winner (unless in the south side), and jokes about Cub fans not being as smart as a fifth grader.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Maybe if I lived down there I would feel that way.
For me, it’s the White Sox that I “hate”. Got some family that went over to the dark side in 05 and they can be pretty obnoxious.
"Fasten those seatbelts!"-Pat Hughes
Living near Chicago for 20 years
I never liked the Sox as a team much. But I never really lived near Sox fans to have more than a rivalry with them.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah
I don’t have that feeling at all. I envy them a lot too, they got to see a WS & a perfect game. I got a choke job & a no hitter. They got the fiery manager, we got the old man who used to be fiery.
:shrug: I just don’t get that worked up about sports, I guess. I mean, I’m invested in my team, but outside of the dumb running gag I have with friends of “enemy teams” I feel nothing serious.
There is just so much other crap in life to get stressed about, sports is supposed to be fun.
Things work out best for those that make the best out of the way things work out - Coach Wooden
by Allie on Jul 23, 2010 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions 3 recs
I rec this attitude
It is part of being patient and waiting for the Apocalypse Cubs to win the world series…
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
LOL
Well played, sir!
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions
the photo is not about Cardinal fans .. it is about the Fail of the Cards
it’s not mocking their distress, but it is using it to make a bigger point .. that the Cards are our ancient baseball nemesis and that I have absolutely ZERO sympathy for them and never will. Let them twist in the wind, and if it makes their hordes of fans whimper, tough. They should try being Cubs fans.
They have had their fun at our team’s expense long enough and today, the boys in blue got their pound of birdflesh out of them. I am reaffirming the ancient blood feud therein, regardless what the standings involve.
Maybe I should have used the time honored classic:
Blue mountains high .. Blue valleys low
I don't know which way we shall go ..
One summer dream .. one summer dream ..
coda
ELO, 1975
by cubnational on Jul 24, 2010 12:57 AM CDT up reply actions
Hey, I dislike Cardinal fans just as much as the next Cubfan.
But they’re hardly deserving of being roadkill. A Cubs championship would sit much more nicely…
And they would be able to see them win it if they were still alive!
"I do not aim with my hand; he who aims with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I aim with my eye.
I do not shoot with my hand; he who shoots with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I shoot with my mind.
I do not kill with my gun; he who kills with his gun has forgotten the face of his father. I kill with my heart."
by windycitywarrior on Jul 24, 2010 1:03 AM CDT up reply actions
well I was at Wrigley a couple years ago in when they took the division
and had enough nasty encounters with obnoxious Cards fans in their filthy red jerseys and “Cuck The Fubs” shirts, as well as direct harrassment of my wife and SIL while my brother and I were in Wrigleyville Sports to not partcularly inspire me to like THEM.
However, I know there’s jerks on both sides of any contest. I seem to remember a couple of thugs wearing Cubs fan apparel who blinded permanently a Brewer fan a couple years ago.
So if I can pee in the Wheaties of Pujols, I’ll do so.
Blue mountains high .. Blue valleys low
I don't know which way we shall go ..
One summer dream .. one summer dream ..
coda
ELO, 1975
by cubnational on Jul 24, 2010 10:33 AM CDT up reply actions
Randy was on CTL last night
and was asked about his pitching problems. He said Larry was watching video of his games and noticed a technical problem and they worked on it and Randy said he felt he would be back on target today. He was right. Nice to see him back and kudos to Larry for helping him.
It was a great win over the Cardinals. Hope we get another one tomorrow.
A lovely story:
One day, long, long ago, there lived a woman who didn't whine, nag or bitch. That would be me....
But that was a long time ago and it was just that one day.
The end
Such a sneaky fan!
"I do not aim with my hand; he who aims with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I aim with my eye.
I do not shoot with my hand; he who shoots with his hand has forgotten the face of his father. I shoot with my mind.
I do not kill with my gun; he who kills with his gun has forgotten the face of his father. I kill with my heart."
by windycitywarrior on Jul 23, 2010 6:33 PM CDT reply actions 5 recs
Nice.
Rec’d! Perhaps that’s why he banged the door 5 times!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions
Just got back.
Man, this was a great game to be at. Being able to go home in style, after the Cubs hurl a five-hit shutout … all with the wind blowing straight out.
It may be the best game I’ve ever been at, and I don’t think you could ask more of a pitching staff than you could ask of Wells and Marshall.
Before the game, Al told me that there may be a lot of home runs today. Only three. Pujols was a non-factor. Colvin’s home run set the tone for the game, and things just continued from there.
This pushes my 2010 record to 2 wins, 2 losses, my lifetime Cubs record to 7 wins, 5 losses (those of you who have been around for a while might remember when I had a 5-0 record). And, best of all, my record against the St. Louis Cardinals is 2 wins, 0 losses.
One last though. Geovany Soto is my guy. The man has hit home runs in three straight Cubs games I’ve gone to. I had on a Soto t-shirt today. He did not disappoint.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 6:40 PM CDT reply actions
dude, you got to go? awesome
Blue mountains high .. Blue valleys low
I don't know which way we shall go ..
One summer dream .. one summer dream ..
coda
ELO, 1975
Yep.
Sat with Al for the third time this week.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 6:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Sounds great Vermont!
Saw Al say earlier that you sold your ticket and sat with him. What a cool game to be at!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions
A five-hit shutout of the St. Louis Cardinals,
With the wind blowing out at Wrigley? To say that is unexpected would be an understatement.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions
Got that right.
It’s nice to see Hawksworth going against Gorzy tomorrow. The wind is supposed to be blowing out again, I think we will need to score a number of runs as Pujols and Holliday won’t be silent forever.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions
Yep.
Wish I could be at that one, too, but I’m heading away from Chicago tomorrow morning. This is especially considering my 2-0 record in Cubs games vs. St. Louis—they’re the only team I’ve seen the Cubs beat twice.
Philadelphia: 1-1
NY Mets: 1-0
San Diego: 1-1
LA Dodgers: 0-1
San Francisco: 0-1
Chicago White Sox: 1-0
Milwaukee Brewers: 1-0
St. Louis Cardinals: 2-0
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions
And one more,
Houston: 0-1
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions
I have no idea what my record book would look like
Probably around 50% vs. the Braves and damned near 0% vs. anyone else.
"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 note:
My record against the Cubs’ biggest rivals (White Sox, Cardinals, Brewers):
4 wins, 0 losses
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions
With stats like this
I think that you should suggest that Al should adopt you.
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
One of these days...
…. I have to update my all-time record. Haven’t done so in a couple years. Easy enough to get out all the scorecards.
Today’s game was #2234. I think I’m about 100 games over .500, but I’ll have to check.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
Today was number 12 for me.
I’m 7-5 lifetime.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions
Sorry you have to go tomorrow,
But glad to see you were able to watch a good game today!
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions
I'm hoping for two repeats of what happened today.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions
Me too...and have a safe trip home.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions
hey
Aramis did not hit a home run today. On his current tear, he is overdue, too.
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
Great win
get even a better one tomorrow. Facing Carpenter on Sunday will not be fun especially with Silva’s struggles lately.
Colvin really growing on me. The kid does have a fine future. Marshall has been borderline brilliant this year.
is it a matter of the NL finally figuring him out?
is he resorting back to form and we only caught lightning in a bottle?
is there a mechanics problem?
what’s up with Silva? I surely hope better for tommorrow … and for him to be on a very short leash.
Say 1/3 an inning
Blue mountains high .. Blue valleys low
I don't know which way we shall go ..
One summer dream .. one summer dream ..
coda
ELO, 1975
if the outing is like last time
You had better count it in batters faced, not outs
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
Should be Dempster vs. Carpenter on Sunday
Saw that in the Tribune this morning. That will keep Dempster on 5 days and provide more rest to Silva.
"They come to see me strike out, hit a home run, or run into a fence. I try to accommodate them at least one way every game." - Gorman Thomas
by RiskyBusiness on Jul 23, 2010 8:47 PM CDT up reply actions
Dempster is starting
on Sunday. Silva is getting an extra day rest to work things out…..I hope. He’ll start on Monday against Houston.
I heartily endorse this move
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
W - L - W - L - W - L - W
That’s the Cubs’ last seven games. This team has talent, but they still haven’t put that 12 out of 14 streak together. I’d like to think a run like that will begin in the near future…
Get 'em on, Get 'em over, Get 'em in!
If they could consistently
W-W-L-W-W-L-W-W-L-W-W I’d be OK with that.
"Fasten those seatbelts!"-Pat Hughes
unfortunately the Cubs have only won two series in a row ONCE this year.
this has to change & fast, just to climb back to .500
Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.
It's that extra W that seems to throw the '10 squad for a loop
Wednesday’s game could have easily been a W – and should have been a W. That’s what separates a playoff team from a .500 team…
Get 'em on, Get 'em over, Get 'em in!
Don't forget Saturday's game against Philadelphia.
Should also have been a W.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions
Poor Gorzo...
I pity Gorzo having to face the Cardinals after they have been shutout for 20 straight innings. I have a feeling that we are going to need 8-10 runs to win tomorrow.
Law of averages thing. Let’s get another W against the hated DeadBirds.
Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.
Just found this very interesting tidbit at VEB.
First time a Tony La Russa managed Cardinals team has been shutout in back-to-back games.
http://twitter.com/BJRains/status/19367657300
“Did you just grow a mustache?”
“While SPINNING.”
by IHeartBoog on Jul 23, 2010 4:50 PM EDT reply actions
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:42 PM CDT reply actions
With their use of language on that site,
I imagine their were a lot of posts you couldn’t post here.
Shut Up Joe Morgan
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions
Especially after the popout that wasn't.
Note: NSFW.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions
I especially liked this comment and hope it comes true.
This has 6-10 game losing streak
written all over it.
’Don’t kiss an ass if its in the process of shitting on you.’ – Best advice ever.
by Heisenberg on Jul 23, 2010 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
Don't we all.
If it’s a six-game losing streak, they’re already 1/3 of the way there.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions
I vote for it to become a 10-game losing streak.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
Oh, so do I.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions
I forgot about Ludwick being out until I read the blog.
It sure would be nice no matter what to sweep them. Sunday will be the most tricky one.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions
I liked the comment in there
Where the fan said he saw this in gameday..Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out
“should be a Cubs fan’s sig”. Done.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 8:37 PM CDT up reply actions
well played, Sir
"Wait, are you saying I'm a sunshine-pumping, koolaid-drinking, Soriano-loving, rainbow-rising, unicorn-riding, double-clutching, Sweet Lou-backing, Hendry-supporting, hey hey whaddya saying, Cubs are going all the waying, glass is overflowing, Rothschild is all-knowing, Cubs fan? - ballhawk
i love you
Blue mountains high .. Blue valleys low
I don't know which way we shall go ..
One summer dream .. one summer dream ..
coda
ELO, 1975
by cubnational on Jul 23, 2010 10:53 PM CDT up reply actions
Interesting read in there about Miles.
not in the game thread much but in the fanpost and others I’ve seen. The majority of VEB does not like Miles on the team in this go around…thinks he hits with Theriot power, is lucky to get the amount of singles he does, and fields poorly. Seems interesting to me that with some of his better years in St. Louis he has only perhaps marginally more support on VEB than he does on BCB.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 10:10 PM CDT up reply actions
I noticed that too,
And had much of the same thoughts about it that you do.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 10:16 PM CDT up reply actions
Al, has your boy, Smokey Horse, said anything in regards to rumors?
"That's life, that's what all the people say.
You're riding high in April,
Shot down in May
But I know I'm gonna change that tune,
When I'm back on top, back on top in June."
- Big boy Frankie
"Smokey Horse" LOL
In any case — there is no news from there. No deals imminent, as far as I know.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
andre dawson just
Hit a homerun off haray caray that hit the toyota sign. This is weird.
by cozmotaylor123 on Jul 23, 2010 8:29 PM CDT via mobile reply actions
What are you smoking?
And will you share?
"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
Watching CSN game of Andre no doubt.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 8:39 PM CDT up reply actions
yeah
Home run 2. Guy had HC glasses and Andre hit it deep to LC. Wrigley looks much different.
by cozmotaylor123 on Jul 23, 2010 9:08 PM CDT via mobile up reply actions
I really wanted to see that.
But they didn’t put a feed on their site I could find. Guess I can’t have everything living away from Chicago.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 10:35 PM CDT up reply actions
Beautiful game today.
Too bad they can’t play like that every day.
Let’s get #2 tomorrow!
A-well-a Byrd, Byrd, Byrd, well the Byrd is the word.
My new blog/ebay auction site: http://mikessportscards.weebly.com/
Wish I could make it to game #2.
But I’ll likely be in the airport in Philadelphia tomorrow when the game starts.
I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.
Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010
State high point count: 3/50
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 23, 2010 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions
Randy has his mojo back
but I still can’t fathom why Colvin is leading off. I’d rather have it this way instead.
1. Castro
2. Byrd
3. Lee
4. Aram
5. Colvin
6. Sori
7. Soto
8. Riot
"In order to have a winner, the team must have a feeling of unity; every player must put the team first- ahead of personal glory" - motivational sign at Halas Hall.
Swap Fonty for Riot half the games.
Only problem I see with it is you have Soto hitting so late again.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions
Yeah
I don’t necessarily like him there either, but someone has to hit in that spot. I can’t see dropping anyone except maybe Lee; that would go over well.
"In order to have a winner, the team must have a feeling of unity; every player must put the team first- ahead of personal glory" - motivational sign at Halas Hall.
Yeah it's hard to know what to do to get Soto higher.
Someone has to be moved. Lee wouldn’t happen but should have been at some point in the season.
Starlin Castro singles on a pop up to catcher Jason LaRue.
Ryan Theriot scores. Two out -Gameday 7/23/10
by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 23, 2010 10:37 PM CDT up reply actions
Man....
I couldn’t have said it better myself…
it is always, ALWAYS satisfying to defeat the Cardinals.
The best defense is a good offense.....Lou Pinella...still hasn't managed the Cubs to a post season win. D. Lee still doesn't have a post seasson RBI for Cubs...ditto for Soriano
"It's so simple, it's unbelievable," manager Lou Piniella said. "When you score runs, you win."
Dusty Baker is the only manager in the last 100+ years to lead the Cubs to a post season series win....
"Take the hands off the clock, we're gong to be here a while"
This is amazing:
“And so the Cardinals, who had outscored opponents 46-17 during an eight-game winning streak that ended Thursday, snapped a major league record stretch of 2,370 games without consecutive shutouts.”
How about 3 in a row?
Ron Santo - 8,143 ABs, .277 BA; 342 HR; 1331 RBI = NO Hall of Fame?
Brooks Robinson - 10,654 ABs, .267 BA; 268 HR; 1357 RBI = Hall of Fame.
Any more questions ?
Incidentally...
… the last time that happened to a Cardinals team was September 24 and 25, 1995, the year before LaRussa took over as their manager.
The second one of those games was a shutout by Cubs pitcher Frank Castillo at Wrigley Field. Not an ordinary shutout, either — Castillo nearly threw a no-hitter, he lost it on a triple by Bernard Gilkey with two out in the ninth inning.
"You can observe a lot just by watching." ~ Yogi Berra
Why didn't Kerry Wood close?
Oh wait…this wasn’t the 2008 Cubs….why must they tease me like this?
Non-save situation :P
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
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