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First Pitch Thread: Cubs vs. Cardinals, Sunday 7/25, 7:05 CT

St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs, Jul 25, 2010 7:05 PM CDT


Let's sweep 'em, Ryan.

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"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:01 PM CDT reply actions  

...let

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

hmm 3rd try: let's go cubs!

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Third time's the charm! ;-)

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 25, 2010 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

To Clutch16:

Firstly, thanks for the jump.

Secondly, I saw the references to Boog the other day on VEB, and couldn’t figure it out either.

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 25, 2010 7:04 PM CDT reply actions  

It's Brendan Ryan, apparently

And NP

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Brendan Ryan?

How did he get the nickname Boog?

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 25, 2010 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Apparently, he resembled Boog Powell as a youngster

I know, 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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Crazy.

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 25, 2010 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

such witty and clever fans

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

alright Coolio, whereever you are hon, let's get to it .. 1 - 2 - 3

TWIRL!

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 25, 2010 7:05 PM CDT reply actions  

ok Cubs lets sweep and fgive us hope for the season

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:06 PM CDT reply actions  

i do when using IE

with FireFox its ok.

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Safari here.

I opened your fanpost and it was OK. This one is not loading the sidebars.

by chilango2 on Jul 25, 2010 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

i had that happen as well a few tiems

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Tghat happened

to me earlier today.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

I had problems in the pregame thread.

The comment/story search was at the bottom of the page, and the FanPosts and FanShots were below this, too.

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 25, 2010 7:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, I've been having minor issues all day with Chrome

A reload has fixed it thus far, though.

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Refreshing the pregame thread didn't fix the formatting issue I was having.

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 25, 2010 7:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Drinks on the house ..

Go get em CUBS

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 25, 2010 7:09 PM CDT reply actions  

lets hold pujols hitless for the series, too

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:09 PM CDT reply actions  

coolio if you're on, please lemme know .. drop me an email sometime

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 25, 2010 7:09 PM CDT reply actions  

im back to the living room!

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 25, 2010 7:10 PM CDT reply actions  

As am I

But I have freshly-roasted beef in the kitchen. It smells so damned good in here…

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

anyone know why no joe morgan? aint complaining, just curious

Go Cubs Go, Fly Eagles Fly, http://twitter.com/mlbtrivia

by ManBearPigMBP on Jul 25, 2010 7:13 PM CDT reply actions  

He was at the Hall of Fame induction today.

"Cubs fans....the wind beneath the Hawk's wings." Andre Dawson, on his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, 7/25/10

by sicubsfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

hes at the hall of fame stuff

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cubs have hired him to replace Len and Bob

all by himself

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

A boog is a Cards SS apparently.

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 25, 2010 7:14 PM CDT reply actions  

A 3-game series

And we avoided Angel Campos behind the plate for the whole thing? Wonders never cease.

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Drawing Jason LaRue behind the plate yesterday was nice as well.

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 25, 2010 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lookin pretty tight

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

After yesterday's performance...

I have to confess that I am shocked that Lou started Theriot tonight. I know that I shouldn’t be surprised by any dumb move that Lou makes anymore, but I am.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:16 PM CDT reply actions  

See?

God he sucks.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

He needs a benching

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

WKOBBDYP?

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 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

New baby?

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

YES!!!!

My first! She has only been home for the last two games, which she has “watched” with me (and my wife), and she has been quite the good luck charm. In fact, after the first game, I video taped us dancing together to “Go Cubs Go”, and I took a picture of her in front of the W flag being held up…and it somehow looks like she is holding it. Pretty cool.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Congratulations!!!

"Cubs fans....the wind beneath the Hawk's wings." Andre Dawson, on his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, 7/25/10

by sicubsfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

thanks everybody!

It is going to be a challenge raising her right, considering that we live in St. Louis. I already have some good cubbie gear for her to wear (and for what it is worth, loads of Hawkeye outfits).

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Just bought a new Hawkeye

sweatshirt myself. She’ll look adorable in both teams outfits.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Congrats!

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 25, 2010 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Congrats!

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Congrats

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Congratulations!!!

Sounds like you have all settled in at home. She is indeed a good luck charm. Best wishes to all of you.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh, goddammit Theriot

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Well, good play to get to the ball Castro

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey Timmy, can I cuss?

Because Theriot fully deserves it.

by chilango2 on Jul 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT reply actions  

It caused no harm

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

thankfully

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hell of a play by Castro...

but Theriot, WTF was that? Stupid decision to throw the ball.

by kanderber on Jul 25, 2010 7:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Consider who's the ballplayer trying to make the play.

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 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hey man

My surgery went well. They got the glass out of my finger. I get my stitches out on August 3.

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's good.

Hope you improve from here on!

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 25, 2010 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

great to hear

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

NICE JOB CUBBIES

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Castro is my homie

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good job, Castro!

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Got him!

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Hell yes

Nice freaking play Starlin.

by williamzabka42 on Jul 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

It's hard to imagine what criteria Lou needs to bench Theriot.

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 25, 2010 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

All of them

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hell yeah Starlin!

You couldn’t play that any more perfectly than he just did.

by kanderber on Jul 25, 2010 7:19 PM CDT reply actions  

I will get drunk the day Theriot is not longer a Cub.

Who wants to join me?

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:19 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm in

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sounds good to me.

Precursor to BCB ladies gone wild?

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 25, 2010 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm a lady now?

(checks) Nope – it’s all still there…

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

I wasn't counting you as one 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 25, 2010 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't recall undergoing a sex change operation.

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 25, 2010 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

I can see the piling on coming here...

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 25, 2010 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

its Timothy not Timberly

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

i will join the party

and be the designated driver … What. The. Hey.

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 25, 2010 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Count me in!

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 25, 2010 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

just hand me a Perrier, please

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 25, 2010 7:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not me

I wouldn’t mind having a few beers with Ryan.

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

CASTRO IS THE MAN

SOMEONE lock Theriot up in a closet somewhere under the stands and forget he’s there so he misses the plane.

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 25, 2010 7:19 PM CDT reply actions  

That was a sweet play.

Good to see Soto hang on to the ball as well.

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 25, 2010 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

What a play by Castro

Faked em out by thinking he was throwing to first by getting Ludwick out at home!

by Swoosie on Jul 25, 2010 7:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes it was.

Not sure if Geo was really expecting the ball but he hung onto it.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

go TYLER

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 25, 2010 7:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Let's get some runs for Andre

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:21 PM CDT reply actions  

God would I love to see him in the lineup a month ago

he’d have japslapped Z silly ..

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 25, 2010 7:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think slapped is enuff.

And he sure would deserve it.

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 25, 2010 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Attaboy, Tyler!

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:23 PM CDT reply actions  

lol exactly what i was thinking

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

base hit!

back to the living room

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 25, 2010 7:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Still had to hear him introduce John Miller today

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ick, skipped that part of the show

"Cubs fans....the wind beneath the Hawk's wings." Andre Dawson, on his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, 7/25/10

by sicubsfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

That was on MLB Network

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sure is nice.

Absolutely no pressure on them …I can feel myself relaxing with those two guys gone.

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 25, 2010 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Colvin

More and more, he looks like Mark Grace except with more power.

"All I'm asking for is what I want." -- Ricky Henderson

by sweetswinger on Jul 25, 2010 7:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice memory on the baby sue!

I addressed it up above.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Saw that.

Bet she is the sweetest. :)

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good AB by Castro so far

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Blah

TOOTBLAN by Colvin.

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:26 PM CDT reply actions  

TOOTBLT.

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 25, 2010 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

TOOTBLT =

Thrown Out On The Bases Like Theriot.

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 25, 2010 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ryan is my homie

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

your obsession with Theriot rivals DS and her obsession with lou

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

+1

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:30 PM CDT up 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 25, 2010 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think it's fair to say there are a lot of people on BCB ticked off with Riot.

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 25, 2010 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

it is fair to say

its another thing when a person will continue to jump on Theriot while giving others a pass

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not really Tim.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Go harder next time, Tyler

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Not sure why the steal was on there

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Was that a missed hit and run?

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 25, 2010 7:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Seems like it

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

that would make the most sense

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

On a full count?

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

NM

It was 3-1. Coulda been

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

I prefer to think that Lou had a senile moment, and thought that DPLee was up...

and he wanted to avoid the DP.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Theriot giving Castro advice

Why does that scare me???

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by sicubsfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:29 PM CDT reply actions  

They've been chummy a lot in the dugout.

Sure hope Ryan isn’t giving him baserunning tips. I do like seeing them encouraging each other.

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 25, 2010 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

What would you rather him do?

Not talk to his teammate?

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hope Castro pays attention to Theriot

at least when it comes to catching the ball, Castro does have 9 more errors than Theriot afterall

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

I pointed out Castro's errors before

You forget. Ryan Theriot is the most hated Cub at BCB.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Aaron Miles got lots of flak here last year.

I don’t think he’s welcome in St. Louis either.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Someone's gotta be

And now that [name redacted] is no longer here….

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"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's 'cuz Castro can get to more balls

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"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is Castro's first season

in the majors too.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

He committed a lot of errors in the minors too

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

He has time to learn and get better.

Theriot is as good as he’s going to get. He’s not that good.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

So he can't give Castro advice?

Nice to know that Ryan can’t give a young rookie advice or even talk to him because people at BCB don’t like him. What is this? Russia? It doesn’t matter how good Ryan actually is here. I take time to point out Starlin’s flaws and they get written off as rookie mistakes. Apparently the guy could have used time in AAA and not go straight from AA to the majors without paying his dues.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't want Theriot

giving anyone on this team advice.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Too bad

I don’t care how much you hate him. He has rights just like you and me.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hopefully he won't

be on this team much longer.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Castro just needs time.

I wonder if the speed of the Major Leagues is faster than he expected.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

true it is faster

but what about his errors in the minors where it was slower?

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

Possibly inexperience?

How long has he been playing in the MLB system (from his first go-around in the minors)?

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

If you're going to criticize one

Criticize equally. I’ve been critical of Ryan before too.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

you mean call it as it is

instead of how you wish it was?

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Pretty much

I don’t think Ryan is a great player, but I’m of the opinion that he’s the least of our problems. Could we do better? Sure. Our problems go beyond Ryan Theriot.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed.

DLee has been bad (you should have heard me “GIDPLee strikes again” remark on Friday), Aramis struggled until he went on the DL, and the offense as a whole has been wildly inconsistent.

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

I've seen it

I’m just not afraid to be critical of Castro.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Now is that a function of your liking Theriot?

Or just because Castro has room for improvement? ‘Cuz, I don’t think you’re going to hear anyone here say that Castro is the next Ozzie Smith…

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"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

that is right on the money

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Castro had quite a few errors in the minors

He had a grand total of 39 last year in the minors. That’s not even the tip of the iceberg.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would much rather see Castro giving Theriot advice.

Goodness knows Theriot needs it.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:30 PM CDT reply actions  

I don't think he listens any way.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Theriot needs

to be out of the line up. Better yet off the team.

by Swoosie on Jul 25, 2010 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

See Tim?

I’m not the only one who doesn’t like Theriot. Now can you please end your ridiculous Theriot gripe with me!

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

difference is

you go out of your way to bash him, just like DS has done Lou. Nothing personal, but you over do your posts about Theriot and it has grown old. And i bet that five innings from now, others wont mention the throwing error, and harp on it for three more games either, where you have done that more than once in other games, and carried them over. You are the one who has been ridiculous about it and I am sorry that i point it out, just as I have DS and her obsession with Lou.

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Okay.

Sorry guys, but apparently I’m not allowed to dislike somebody. The thread moderator has made it clear.

So good night, everyone.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

i never said that, nice try

I am just letting you know my opinion on the topic, just as you have made your opinion as well.

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

i dont

i am pointing out an obsession, just as we all have to others (DS has been lucky enough to get that on here many times)

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Funny.

Other people come down on Theriot, and you don’t bash them. Just me.

Talk about a double standard.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

i have actually

in fact i have in THIS THREAD where I point out that Castro should be listening to Theriot seeing as Castro has 9 more errors than Theriot

difference is others also dont try to blame Therior as you go out of your way to do in other game threads

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

If he's not saying F*** Theriot then don't say anything

I appreciate the work of the moderators of the game threads, but the guidelines are specific, and someone who has an obsession is not a problem.

And, yes, Theriot sucks and should be riding the bench. That’s not an obsession, that’s just obvious.

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

this is not moderating abotu Theriot

it is posting my opinions as everyone else does here, completely different

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

But you're telling me I'm not entitled to any opinion at all.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

never said that

i said you are obsessing, never said you cannot have an opinion. you are reading tings into this i have not said.

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm pretty certain other people are bashing him too.

This is not a request any longer. Re: Theriot: LEAVE ME ALONE.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

i can and will post my opinion to your obsession

and i will comment on your obsession as long as you obsess over it. I am not using vulgar language, nor am I insulting you or anyone else on here with any verbal attack, just letting you know my opinion on what you are saying, just as you are letting us know your opinion and so on

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Are you sure it's me with the obsession?

You’ve been following me around for about a week now, quick to complain every single time I bash Theriot. And yet, when someone else does it (and believe me, if you actually read comments, you would realize Theriot bashing happens often) you don’t get up in their face about it.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

a week?

by a week do you mean two game threads?

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

You made your point long ago Tim...

Why talk about it more than once?

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 25, 2010 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

+1

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

+ a metric ton

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by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is Al's problem sometimes, as well

You can be a poster, or you can be the moderator, but you can’t be both. When you’re the moderator, continuously saying the same things, and responding to every comment comes across as annoying and attempting to stifle discussion.

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm trying to back out of this, to be honest.

I would, if Tim would stop attacking me.

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 25, 2010 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

attacking you?

wow, way to read way too much into this. i posted an opinion to your opinion, and you then commented, to which i replied with my response. that is called a conversation not an attack where i come from.

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Don't you think you're overstating it just a little bit?

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

its called a conversation right?

which means we both communicate our opinions, and so on. that does not make it attacking VCF. Relax, and stop reading too much into a comment that happens to be a comment to you, where you happened to comment to me as well. Its not the end of the world.

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

How about this?

Please entitle me to my opinion and stop bashing me endlessly about it.

Goodness knows, I know Theriot isn’t the biggest problem for the Cubs this year. He’s far from it.

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 25, 2010 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

And the wheels on this game are about to come off

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:33 PM CDT reply actions  

come on in off the ledge

Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.

by LAcarl519 on Jul 25, 2010 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

There is no ledge

I’m in space.

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

wonderful. thin air may make theRot's play more tolerable. :-)

Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.

by LAcarl519 on Jul 25, 2010 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Texas Leaguer

Run scores

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Definitely not typical Marlon on the triple.

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 25, 2010 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

He had a long way to run

And got hesitant on the turn – tough play and he boned it. Bummer.

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah I realize it was a hard play.

Marlon usually handles those anyway. Was a bummer…also seemed a little like he was unsure if Colvin was handling it which if true should be talked about with the two. We’ve been spoiled with Marlon getting so many good plays.

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 25, 2010 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

it looked like Byrd lost his footing as he tried to square up on the fly ball

Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.

by LAcarl519 on Jul 25, 2010 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

"San Diego's got a great pitching staff"

Aaaand an enormous ballpark. Forgot that part

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Anybody know how the new Cardinals stadium has played?

Is it a pitcher’s park, too?

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Almost perfectly neutral

Very, very, very slightly a hitter’s park.

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:39 PM CDT up reply actions  

Keep those wheels coming off

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:38 PM CDT reply actions  

no thanks.

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 25, 2010 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

F**K!

Brendan FREAKING Ryan dammit.

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 25, 2010 7:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Boog.

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 25, 2010 7:40 PM CDT reply actions  

we're making him look like Ozzie when he's closer on offense to Miles.

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 25, 2010 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hell

that’s all the runs Carp needs, cuz we have a hell of a time scoring any runs off of him.

by Swoosie on Jul 25, 2010 7:41 PM CDT reply actions  

how many times are the ESPN jokers going to mention that Poo-holes

got two homers on Dempster in their last meeting? I think I have heard it 5+ times already.

Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.

by LAcarl519 on Jul 25, 2010 7:44 PM CDT reply actions  

You would rather hear Miller and Morgan talk?

They’d probably mention it once or twice a minute during every one of Pujols’ at-bats.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

i dont understand how ESPN cannot upgrade their commentators still

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

They have to get busted with interns first

Too soon?

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by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

For ESPN?

Never

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nah he deserves that.

For the proposed Oswalt/ Strasburg trade alone….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 25, 2010 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

LMAO

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't understand why ESPN let's Morgan go to games every week.

Banks Boulevard … I heard about that one from Al a week ago.

I don’t remember when it happened, I must have had the mute button on.

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 25, 2010 7:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

I remember it quite well

It generated a good bit of outrage at the time, too. Someone may have written an angry letter about it.

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Morgan has staed some interesting "facts" that were well off base

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Several of us contacted

ESPN and asked them to have him stop saying Banks Boulevard. We had to tell them he was not telling the truth avout it and then he did stop talking about it.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

When did he say Banks Boulevard?

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Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

years ago

and many times over the years. he has stated a claim that banks had all those HRs because of the baskets, even though Banks only hit something like 7 after they were put in

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, that's what Al said a week ago, too.

I also heard him say something along the lines of at least one of Banks’ home runs after the baskets were put up did not end up in the baskets.

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't think

they were even there when Banks played or maybe they were his last season with the Cubs.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

1970, some time around then?

I didn't believe it last August, but it turns out that love survives.

Mount Washington conquered July 5, 2010

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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jul 25, 2010 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

maybe the last season or two of his career

if that long

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by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's been at least

2 seasons ago.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

You mean the Morgan button.

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 25, 2010 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

I thought it was the McCarver button.

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 25, 2010 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

I turned on the game tonight with the mute button on

Then turned it up for a replay, and realized it wasn’t Miller and Morgan. There are pleasant surprises in life.

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Do you remember the recap Al wrote for last Sunday's game?

It was my first game in the bleachers, and my first night game at Wrigley. I sat with Al.

I said to him, “One of the best things about being at tonight’s game is not having to listen to Joe Morgan.”

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 25, 2010 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Banks Baskets are a favorite Morganism of mine

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

ad when Poo-holes is in the hole, on deck, etc...

Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.

by LAcarl519 on Jul 25, 2010 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

I predict the Cubs will score 3 off Carpenter

Looking for a big fly from Ramirez tonight.

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:48 PM CDT reply actions  

So was the BP oil spill

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

So was The Last Airbender

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

That was just wrong

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sorry...

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow, you relly went there?

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

nice 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 25, 2010 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

I bought a mystery ball at Wrigley the other day

I opened the bag and barely got time to read Thriot’s name on it before it slipped out of my grasp.

I tried diving for it, but I was short by a couple of feet.

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

anything related to theRiot turns into a muff

Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.

by LAcarl519 on Jul 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would love to see what an extended stay of Fontenot at 2nd would provide.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Being more left handed?

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

I doubt it would provide more offense.

But I think a platoon could improve things. There would be less TOOTBLANS I think.

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by Sandberg's evil twin on Jul 25, 2010 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

I would like to see what a real

2nd baseman would provide……..j/k……..sort of

by Swoosie on Jul 25, 2010 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

didnt we see that before?

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Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah, and it wasn't pretty

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

At this point, I am ready for another look.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

Score?

I’ve got “Ratatouille” on ABC Family on.

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 25, 2010 7:53 PM CDT reply actions  

2-0 Cardinals

The game is already ova.

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am pretty pessimistic...but I think this is a bit premature.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think Ace Venom missed the sarcasm banner here.

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 25, 2010 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

I like leaving things to mystery

I’m Ron Burgundy?

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Got a porn stash?

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 25, 2010 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

oops

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Aw man, I went down to eat dinner and I came back and it's 2-0

What did you guys do?

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:54 PM CDT reply actions  

whose his apprentice?

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

nah it was our fault for talking about Theriot.

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 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

instead of posting pictures of Erin Andrews

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bingo!

I KNEW something was missing..

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 25, 2010 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

She has gone MIA on here.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think posting pictures of EA became unacceptable...

…after the whole peephole incident. Am I right?

RIP Ronnie James Dio (July 10, 1942 - May 16, 2010).

by Ace Venom on Jul 25, 2010 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

that does seem to be about the time it ended

not sure if it was due to that or Hoff being demoted

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Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nah

They just weren’t doing the job, anymore. Completely unrelated

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

yep

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

No worries anyway...tons of choices for a lucky pic.

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 25, 2010 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hey, Chilango,

A picture I took on Friday after the Cubs won:

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 25, 2010 7:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Nearly ruined by that damn ad.

"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah." - Abe Simpson

by tapdeer on Jul 25, 2010 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

I did.

Unfortunately, I don’t know when I’ll get back to Chicago.

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 25, 2010 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

This was the game

With the popup RBI single that traveled about five feet from home plate.

Single most bizarre run-scoring play I’ve ever seen 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 25, 2010 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Byrd channels Willie Mays on that one

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 7:58 PM CDT reply actions  

I blame today's society on this score

"A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality." John Lennon

by Cubbiegoon on Jul 25, 2010 7:58 PM CDT reply actions  

hmmm...nice but makes me wonder...

Ever see Repo Man?

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 25, 2010 8:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

No

"A dream you dream alone is only a dream. A dream you dream together is reality." John Lennon

by Cubbiegoon on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Some Cub runs would be nice here.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice to see Byrd get things straight with Colvin on that fly.

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 25, 2010 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Hi Chan

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

you betcha!

Carlos Silva lemonade: made from freshly squeezed Milton Bradley lemons. -- the Jim Hendry kook book.

by LAcarl519 on Jul 25, 2010 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Chan

how is ya?

Unofficial Self Appointed President of the Player Formerly Known as Castro Blocker Fan Club
Bleed Castro Blue

by Cubbie-Tim on Jul 25, 2010 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

ya is good for the moment

as for myself, I’m doing fine

Viva la Cubs Révolution!!!

by Chanman25 on Jul 25, 2010 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Theriots been taking a lot more pitches since moving to 8

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 8:00 PM CDT reply actions  

I noticed that at Wrigley over the past week.

Hopefully, it corresponds with his batting average and OBP rising over the next few weeks.

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 25, 2010 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Theriot has been hitting better since being moved down to 8th

SSS, but still…

And I owe pygreg a Coke.

Somebody take Aramis' bat off the restricted list, please.

by cubzfan on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT reply actions  

coke zero pls!

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

My obsession with Theriot commands you to

JUMP!

"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

by Clutch16 on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Okay, so now that Theriot is on base, how well he screw up on this sac bunt?

"They say the glee team has lured straggler into sniper traps with cheery renditions of hit songs." "Really? And people fall for that?"

by pygreg on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Stuck studying for the bar....

How’s Demp look? Are we hitting Carpenter?

by GoLongTrivette on Jul 25, 2010 8:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes we are hitting Carpenter.

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

by sue369 on Jul 25, 2010 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Water is wet.

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 25, 2010 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Theriot is here to stay, and will be the cornerstone of the rebuilt Cubs. The Cubs tried to trade him, and got no takers. He wasn’t even worth a few used jock straps. You will have to see his ugly face every time a reporter is in the vicinity. The Cubs have played him every day for almost a month to showcase him, but it backfired. His performance tonight was actually one of his best. Lou thinks of him as good luck because he commits 4 times as many errors as he is charged with, and other players who are on base get caught stealing when he fails to execute the hit and run. He thinks this will rub off on the team because he causes the mishaps, but walks away unscathed.

by Edelweiss on Jul 26, 2010 12:35 AM CDT reply actions  

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