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Open Thread: Cubs vs. Astros, Sunday 7/15, 1:20 CT

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Two weeks ago, the Cubs set an all-time attendance record for a three-game series: 124,810 paid to see the set with Milwaukee.

With crowds of 41,448 yesterday and 41,593 on Friday, if today's attendance is 41,770 or more, which is a distinct possibility given the good play of the team and this spectacular weather forecast:

Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
... that record would fall today.

Cliff Floyd strained his shoulder yesterday and Lou Piniella said it "didn't look good" after the game. Giving Floyd a day off wouldn't be a bad idea, especially with the lefthanded Wandy Rodriguez going. I wouldn't be surprised to see Mark DeRosa in RF today, particularly since he is hitting .411 (23-for-56) since June 25, best in the NL since that date.

 Today's Starting Pitchers
Jason Marquis
 J. Marquis
Cubs		 vs. Wandy Rodriguez
 W. Rodriguez
Astros
6-5 W-L 6-7
3.67 ERA 3.87
62 SO 90
41 BB 26
12 HR 12
vs. Hou -- vs. Cubs
The last start for both these pitchers was nine days ago. Jason Marquis hasn't thrown that well in the last couple of months, and the July 6 outing vs. the Pirates was one of his worst of the year. However, at home he is 4-2, 3.20, allowing only 3 HR, whereas on the road he's 2-3, 4.21, 9 HR allowed, in the same number of starts (nine) home and away. Keep him away from Lance Berkman (.586/.692/.897, 17-for-29, four doubles, a triple and a HR), and Morgan Ensberg (.457/.486/.743, 16-for-35, 3 HR).

On the other hand, Marquis himself is 3-for-4 in his career vs. Rodriguez, and hit one of his two HR prior to this year off him on June 4, 2005, the year he hit .310/.326/.460 with 8 doubles, a HR and 10 RBI in 87 AB. Derrek Lee is 4-for-7 with 2 doubles and a HR off Rodriguez, and it's time the Cubs' RH power turned itself on, wouldn't you say?

Today's game is on WGN, on EI, and at the Mediacenter.

MLB.com Gameday (2007 version)

MLB.com Gameday (2006 version)

Discuss amongst yourselves.

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Come on Marquis!!!!
Let's get the sweep boys!
1-RUN GAMES = 10-15 | EXTRA INNINGS = 1-6 | HOME = 22-21 | updated on 7/14

by SackMan on Jul 15, 2007 10:23 AM CDT reply actions  

BIG DAY TODAY
KEEP THE "W" TRAIN ROLLING....

ALL ABOARD!!!

"The game is always healthier when the Cubs are good, and in a week they have made themselves a whole lot better."

by BillHoldenFan on Jul 15, 2007 10:41 AM CDT reply actions  

what a weekend
it would be if we can broom the stros and the brew crew can get a loss today. anyone know when d. lee's hearing is? i hope this is the last year of floyd cause his song and tune are old. were paying him to be a spectator. also i read on a couple other sites this morning that the brew crew are scouting lofton. what do they want with him?
Here comes the nasty leftie to shut it down in the 9th......Clay Rapada!!!!

by cubsluver22 on Jul 15, 2007 11:04 AM CDT reply actions  

Cubs No.'s vs. Wandy
now, this is a very limited sample, as no one on the roster has faced wandy more than 9 times, so have your grain of salt handy. The Good: K. Hill .500/.500/.500 in 2 AB's Lee .571/.667/1.286 in 7 AB's (that SLG % is not a typo, BTW) Jones .333/.333/.333 in 3 AB's The Bad: Ramirez .111/.111/.111 in 9 AB's The Ugly: Soriano .000/.333/.000 in 4 AB's Ward .000/.000/.000 in 3 AB's DeRosa .000/.000/.000 in 3 AB's Oddly enough, the Cub with the second-best career line and the most career AB's against Wandy is not even with the big club: Matt "The Big Murt" Murton, who sports a line of .364/417/.909 in 11 AB's versus Wandy.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 11:13 AM CDT reply actions  

How about I post that where it's actually legible.
The Good:

K. Hill .500/.500/.500 in 2 AB's Lee .571/.667/1.286 in 7 AB's (that SLG % is not a typo, BTW)
Jones .333/.333/.333 in 3 AB's

The Bad:

Ramirez .111/.111/.111 in 9 AB's

The Ugly:

Soriano .000/.333/.000 in 4 AB's Ward .000/.000/.000 in 3 AB's DeRosa .000/.000/.000 in 3 AB's

Oddly enough, the Cub with the second-best career line and the most career AB's against Wandy is not even with the big club: Matt "The Big Murt" Murton, who sports a line of .364/417/.909 in 11 AB's versus Wandy.

"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 11:15 AM CDT up reply actions  

I had this crazy dream sequence out of nowhere
last night:

Murton got called up, and entered a game somehow in LF. The first pitch was hit right to him... one-hopper right in front of him... and he muffed it, and it rolled all the way to the wall. He dropped his glove and ran off the field in tears.

1-RUN GAMES = 10-15 | EXTRA INNINGS = 1-6 | HOME = 22-21 | updated on 7/14

by SackMan on Jul 15, 2007 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions  

that's awsome
i wish i had dreams like that
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 12:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

no that happened
yesterday, only it was cliff floyd, not matt murton.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

All Time Cubs Wins
I'm sort of a media geek, so I read about the people who cover a lot of our favorite sports and found this little tidbit at the "Awful Announcing" blog:
http://awfulannouncing.blogspot.com/2007/07/cubbies-are-headed-toward-impressive.html

The biggest story in baseball over the last couple of weeks has been the Philadelphia Phillies and their inexorable march toward the major league record 10,000th loss in team history. The Charlie Manuel Nine has been sitting on 9,999 since losing to the Rockies last Saturday; the next day was the famous tarp-blowing incident, then the All-Star break. All told, they've won their last three games.

What I found interesting wasn't that the next closest team to 10,000 losses is the Atlanta Braves (they're still more than 300 away - not that exciting yet), but that San Francisco holds the all-time record for franchise wins with 10,151 since 1883. Next in line? The Chicago Cubs, who are sitting on 9,945 right now and will likely reach 10,000 next season (to do it this year, they would have to win exactly 100 games, which means playing at a 55-19 clip the rest of the way).

Aside from enjoying the fact that the Phillies are avoiding their 10,000th all-time loss at the expense of the Dead Birds (I am certainly enjoying having the upper hand this year, given that I live about 2 hours from St. Louis), I liked the little Cubs tidbit.  A 55-19 clip this year would be AMAZING, but the question is - can it be done?

by Tater01 on Jul 15, 2007 11:28 AM CDT reply actions  

AA
is a really funny blog.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 11:32 AM CDT up reply actions  

If someone asked you
After the Rumble in the Clubhouse and Lou's tirade if the team would win 25 games over the next 6 weeks, including sweeping the White Sox, Colorado, and an impressive 2 out of 3 against Milwaukee and be under 4 games away from first place, what would you say then?

Anything is possible, my friend.  Anything can be done.  And remember - if the Cubs make the playoffs, that 100 wins can be achieved over more than 162 games...

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 11:39 AM CDT up reply actions  

25 wins...
That day, I wouldn't have bet $5 on the Cubs winning 25 games THE REST OF THE SEASON, to say nothing of this short period of time - it's been a fun ride I'm looking forward to watching continue through October!

by Tater01 on Jul 15, 2007 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions  

'Stro's No.'s vs. L'Marquis du Addison St.
obviously a team as old as the astros has seen Marquis a lot. some these numbers aren't pretty.

The Good:

Berkman .586/.692/.897 in 29 AB's

Bruntlett .500/.500/.500 in 2 AB's

Ensburg .457/.486/.743 in 35 AB's

Lee, Carlos-type .353/.476/.706 in 17 AB's

The Bad:

Ausmus .200/.286/.240 in 25 AB's

Biggio .256/.304/.395 in 43 AB's

Burke .217/.333/.304 in 23 AB's

Loretta .222/.222/.222 in 9 AB's

The Ugly:

Lamb .063/.167/.250 in 16 AB's

Munson .000/.000/.000 in 3 AB's

Scott .154/214/.462 in 13 AB's

So, at least only the heart of the order owns Marquis. he better keep the ball down today.

"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 11:31 AM CDT reply actions  

I'm hearing that Lou is swtiching up the lineup
putting Theriot at lead-off??? hear his what the lineup is supposed to be today.

Theriot, SS
Fontenot, 2B
Lee, 1B
Ramirez, 3B
Soriano, LF
DeRosa, RF
Soto, C
Pagan, CF
Marquis, P

I wont believe it until I see Bruce post the lineup.

Hey Chicago Waddya Say? The Cubs are gunna win today!- Steve Goodman

by aduck6992 on Jul 15, 2007 11:34 AM CDT reply actions  

If this is true
I'm starting up the Lou Piniella for Dictator campaign.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 11:41 AM CDT up reply actions  

I couldnt see him doing this.
It just doesnt make much sense to me.
Hey Chicago Waddya Say? The Cubs are gunna win today!- Steve Goodman

by aduck6992 on Jul 15, 2007 11:43 AM CDT up reply actions  

There is no way, Lou ...
would mess with Soriano at the lead-off spot right now. Didn't Soriano struggle quite a bit the last time Lou did this?
There are 3 things in my life which I really love: God, family, and baseball. The only problem - once baseball season starts, I change the order around a bit.

by cubsfan4life on Jul 15, 2007 11:45 AM CDT up reply actions  

yep
every manager he's had has tried this move and it just doesn't seem to work.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 11:50 AM CDT up reply actions  

Soriano was a #5 hitter
in Texas and the primary reason he lead off his 2 final years in NY had more to do with their lineup than anything else.

It seems that everyone but Soriano feels his skills best match a middle of the lineup guy. I have a feeling that Lou knows this too and will eventually get Sori where he belongs.

Josh Kroeger. Remember the name. Stay tuned for the fame.

by tharr on Jul 15, 2007 12:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Let's hope Lou's plan...
works today. He made some good points just now while explaining his line-up moves to the media.
There are 3 things in my life which I really love: God, family, and baseball. The only problem - once baseball season starts, I change the order around a bit.

by cubsfan4life on Jul 15, 2007 1:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

the score
is said to be reporting this lineup

by china423 on Jul 15, 2007 12:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Seriously?
Pagan eighth? Oh well, at least Soto's playing.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Jul 15, 2007 12:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Any other verification of this lineup?
I'm not sure what to think. Seems a little strange to tinker with a lineup that is clicking. "If it ain't broke . . .

by jmw676 on Jul 15, 2007 12:22 PM CDT reply actions  

According to Fox Sports
  1. R Theriot, SS .280 1 25 15
  2. M Fontenot, 2B .343 3 16 2
  3. D Lee, 1B .329 6 44 3
  4. A Ramirez, 3B .314 15 56 0
  5. A Soriano, LF .312 16 36 13
  6. M DeRosa, RF .296 7 49 0
  7. G Soto, C .000 0 0 0
  8. A Pagan, CF .267 3 13 3
  9. J Marquis, P .154 1 4 0

by GoCubbies34 on Jul 15, 2007 12:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

maybe were trying out this lineup
against these left-handed pitchers that seem to be giving us so much trouble lately, hopefully it works and it will give aramis more protection in the cleanup role
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 12:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

Seriously...
...sometimes following this team makes me feel like some CIA analyst from the 70's reading Pravda. Ah, Kremlinology! Nothing's ever boring with the '07 Cubs.

Today's subtle little hint: Izturis started when Lilly was pitching, and is benched when Marquis starts. Says pretty much everything I can think of of what Lou thinks of Izturis's defense, and it's not pretty.

FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Jul 15, 2007 12:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Fun! Cubs
About the Disney World Cubs Dream Vacation is on WGN preceding the game.  I don't care what it costs, I'm going to this over the winter if the Cubs happen to win a game in november...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 12:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Still no gameday up...
30 minutes until first pitch.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 12:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Just a shade too soon...
...it's up now.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Jul 15, 2007 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

Line up as advertised on mlb.com...
I for one am happy about the new line up today.  The Cubs have been pathetic against lefties all year.  Time to try something new.  Good luck today, Cubbies!! I'll be watching from L.A. :-)

by LAcarl519 on Jul 15, 2007 12:52 PM CDT reply actions  

This line-up make all the sense in the world
assuming we're in a world where Soriano doesn't let being moved mess with his head.  Based purely on ability, this is exactly how it ought to be.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Jul 15, 2007 1:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

a lot
of speed in today's lineup. i wonder if lou picked something up on tape about wandy's ability to hold guys on or something...
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 12:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Whoa Nellie
Bad video connection from the booth for the Leadoff man.  And what's up with that olive green shirt!?
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Switched to FSN during commercial
Their guy is Fat!!!  Sitting by the dugout.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

anyone catch
lou on the radio about what he had to say about the lineup?

by china423 on Jul 15, 2007 1:04 PM CDT reply actions  

It's on WGN now
Wants more balance, little deeper in the mid part of the lineup.  Theriot has the speed needed.

This is for left-handers only, Fonz apparently ok with it.

"If we think it will work, we'll try it"

Last road trip, lost all games against lefties...

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

thanks
that's good to know. i hope it works. it's good to have a manager that's not afraid to shake things up before they get really bad.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

no
but if anyone has, it'd be great to hear what he said...
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

i caught it...
he said they're trying it out against this lefty cause the middle of the lineup's been a little weak against them i guess. he said that he talked to soriano, and he was fine with it. he also said they've been thinking about it for a little while but wanted to try it on the road. then, he said it's just an experiment; if it works, they might stick with it.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Jul 15, 2007 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

thanks!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

just got bleacher tickets for tomorrows game
off cubs.com, kinda suprising seeing how its against bonds that they still have those tickets left
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 1:10 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm sure that those were
For sale by "Wrigley Field Premium" just yesterday for about 10x face value.  When no suckers came forward, they released them back to the system...

Damn Tribune Co.

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wrigley Field Premium Tickets
is not affiliated with the Chciago Cubs or Chicago Cubs management. Thank You, I.L. Cheatem Dewey, Cheatem, & Howe Representatives of the The Tribune Company
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

You forgot part of the name
I.L. Cheatem Dewey, Cheatem, & Howe Representatives of the The Tribune Company.  Incorporated in Chicago, IL, Richard M. Daley Mayor.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

LOL
no kidding
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

As usual
A beautiful Sunday rendition of God Bless America and our National Anthem.

I love the Sunday theatrics, and I love WGN broadcasting it all.

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:16 PM CDT reply actions  

i say
bring back wayne messmer. he's still the best and the man got shot in the throat.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

I concur
He did it earlier this year, right?  Best performance of the year.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wayne sings
quite a few times during the season.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 1:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Please, please, please
pitch a great game to day Jason. Go get em.

GO CUBS!!!

The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 1:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Strike 1
And the ballgame begins!!!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Called Strike 3!!!
Nice start, Jason!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

K!!!!!
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:24 PM CDT reply actions  

nasty sinker
from marquis there
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:24 PM CDT reply actions  

god damn it
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:24 PM CDT reply actions  

yikes
pence can really rake
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Roller up the middle
1-0 Shooting Stars
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:26 PM CDT reply actions  

fontenot has to knock that down
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:26 PM CDT reply actions  

berkman
*owns* jason marquis
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:27 PM CDT reply actions  

and marquis second half underway
just like all the other ones hes had
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 1:27 PM CDT reply actions  

yup
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

i dunno
the middle of the astro's lineup has historically hit him very well. he's got a good sinker today. if he can get a feel for the slider, he'll be fine.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

he made Lee look dumb
with that swing
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Lee would look dumb even if he didnt swing
Do you see how far hes standing away from the plate, theres no way he can touch anything on the outside corner
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 1:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

HE WAS F-N OUT!
that wasn't even close.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:29 PM CDT reply actions  

he got him!!!!
that's B.S.
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:29 PM CDT reply actions  

BB's wrong on this one
i don't think berkman ever touched the bag.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Fontenot
needs to learn how to apply a tag.  That sucked.

by cubsbak on Jul 15, 2007 1:31 PM CDT reply actions  

berkman
typically bush-league, pulled that switch arms slide that always fools umpires. fonty shoulda just held the tag on him, but he'll learn how to deal with guys like berkman. i don't think berkman ever got the bag. can't blame fonty for a blown call.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

that was fine
he got it down right in front of the base, and didn't waste any time in getting it down.
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

what was fontenot looking for?
that was dead red down the middle!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:36 PM CDT reply actions  

nice hustle
by d-lee
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:36 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah
i was getting worried for a minute there
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Soriano will lead this game off!
Just in the second inning...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:38 PM CDT reply actions  

2-0
Yawn...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:43 PM CDT reply actions  

poop
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 1:43 PM CDT reply actions  

marquis blows
never feel even remotely good when hes throwing

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 1:43 PM CDT reply actions  

marquis
needs to lay off with the slider. it's just hanging up in the zone.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:43 PM CDT reply actions  

getting ugly early
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:44 PM CDT reply actions  

When Marquis
does not pitch well I think of that youtube clip someone posted about Marquis and the kid on the clip is beating the crap out of his keyboard.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 1:45 PM CDT reply actions  

not exactly
a lot of range between theriot and fontenot...but marquis looks real hittable today
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:45 PM CDT reply actions  

my god all he has to do is be average
against this pathetic lineup and we have a chance to win, its not even been 2 innigns and hes getting rocked
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 1:45 PM CDT reply actions  

just like in his last start vs the pirates
he got rocked and gave up 6 runs i believe in 4 2/3. he doesnt even give us a shot to win. we have 2 righties and one of them is this joke.

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 1:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh good grief...
...shut up about Biggio. I think I'd rather hear about Bonds right now.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Jul 15, 2007 1:47 PM CDT reply actions  

agreed
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

This could get UGLY....
Marquis will not last past 5 innings I predict....they are smoking him....not what we needed....

by razzpunk on Jul 15, 2007 1:48 PM CDT reply actions  

this is gonna get real ugly
go rockies!
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 1:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Come on Jason.
Settle down.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 1:48 PM CDT reply actions  

not much of an inside corner
from the home plate ump today...
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:51 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah back to back pitches
looked liked they hit the corners and were called balls

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

if this ump
enforces that zone, this game is going to be a slugfest, 'cause the pitchers are going to be forced to throw over the ehart of the plate.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

5-0
Oy friggin' vey.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:52 PM CDT reply actions  

i cant state enough
how much i strongly dislike jason marquis

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 1:52 PM CDT reply actions  

i think
it maybe time for jason to hit the showers. good thing lilly saved the 'pen yesterday
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:52 PM CDT reply actions  

shit
horrible just horrible
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 1:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Top half is FINALLY over
Atleast our bullpen is at 100%...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Wandy Clemens
on the mound. greatest pitcher ever. i think you could throw any old LHP out there against this team and they would look solid.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:57 PM CDT reply actions  

Ripped!!!
DeRosa takes two!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 1:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Yay DeRosa!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 1:59 PM CDT reply actions  

nice knock
by derosa. they have got to start hitting lefties.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 1:59 PM CDT reply actions  

set back for Blanco
injured his shoulder yesterday.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:00 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah i just heard that too
thats a bummer we could really use hank back

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Go Go Geo Soto!!!
It gets through!!!  RBI single!!!

5-1!

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:00 PM CDT reply actions  

MY TV BROKE!!!
I thought I just saw a Cubs catcher get an RBI base hit, and I just thought I saw a Cub homer from the center fielder...

by zevkalman on Jul 15, 2007 2:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

holy crap
an RBI hit from a catcher. long time gone.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:01 PM CDT reply actions  

little dribbler for an rbi single from soto
maybe marquis can atleast help the team with his bat

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:01 PM CDT reply actions  

YOU BET ANGEL
back in it baby

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:01 PM CDT reply actions  

ANGEL PAGAN
HIGH DRIVE DEEP LEFT 5-3!!!!!

HOME RUN!!!

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:01 PM CDT reply actions  

WOOHOO!!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:02 PM CDT reply actions  

nice one!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

PAGAN!!!!
Boricua Power! What a smash. the wandy mystique is broken!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Hit for Marquis
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:03 PM CDT reply actions  

good deal
wish sori was up right here. he just seems to hit better in his career and this year in the 1 spot

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:03 PM CDT reply actions  

nice knock
by jason!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:03 PM CDT reply actions  

let's
keep the line moving!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:05 PM CDT reply actions  

nice hit theriot
now cmon mike break out of your slump

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:05 PM CDT reply actions  

FONTE-YES!!!!!!!!!!
Moves the runners up...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Astros Baseball
It's Faaaaaaantastic!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Come Derrek.
Bring them home!!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:06 PM CDT reply actions  

It's a D-BOMB!!! for the D-LEE!!!!
HIGH DRIVE DERRIK LEE CUBS LEAD!!!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:06 PM CDT reply actions  

HOLY SHIT!!!!
Awewome!!!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:07 PM CDT reply actions  

*awesome*
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

DEREK LEE HOME RUN!
Astros down by a run!

Wandy Clemens indeed.

FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Jul 15, 2007 2:07 PM CDT reply actions  

HOLY SHIT
UNREAL! 6-5 Cubbies! DLEE HOMER RUN!! WOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOO

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:07 PM CDT reply actions  

DERREK F-N LEE!!!!!!!
WHAT A SMASH!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE THIS TEAM! just when you think they're down, they do something like this. amazing!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Astros Announcers
Paraphrase:

"Cubs could take the lead if Lee goes deep, but he hasn't done that since June 3rd against the Braves -- a total of 126 straight at bats"

Literally, two seconds later ...

by ttagaris on Jul 15, 2007 2:08 PM CDT reply actions  

lets keep this going
we are going to need ALOT of runs today cmon sori

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:08 PM CDT reply actions  

7 hits for the inning...
Nice!!  Let's get some more insurance runs!

by augie90 on Jul 15, 2007 2:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Just goes to show...
...you cannot keep this team down right now. Marquis just needs to go out there and put the past two innings behind him.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Jul 15, 2007 2:08 PM CDT reply actions  

agreed
this team never stops fighting and they continually pick each other up.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

BTW
my crow for the wandy clemens crack tastes delectable. best crow i've ever eaten.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:09 PM CDT reply actions  

alright we cant stop here with runs
gotta keep adding on with marquis,  way to go lee!
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 2:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Get your
head in the game Jason. Make this a short inning so we can add some more runs while the bats are hot.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Crawfish Boxes
Had about 55 posts leading up to 5-0

And two from the last half inning...

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:12 PM CDT reply actions  

Hi-Tops sign
"WE WILL MESS WITH TEXAS"

-- Damn straight!

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:13 PM CDT reply actions  

i've replayed
the lee homer three times. that looked like his 2005 swing. quick and smooth through the zone. good to see again.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:13 PM CDT reply actions  

is it just me
or does watching this team give you chill bumps!!! my gosh i feel like were witnessing the makings of a champion.
Here comes the nasty leftie to shut it down in the 9th......Clay Rapada!!!!

by cubsluver22 on Jul 15, 2007 2:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Go Rockies!
Rockies up 1-0...Top 5th

by augie90 on Jul 15, 2007 2:13 PM CDT reply actions  

Ouch
Tie game.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:14 PM CDT reply actions  

good somebody from the pen in
hes getting absolutely rocked

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:14 PM CDT reply actions  

marquis'
gotta sit. this is just not his day.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:15 PM CDT reply actions  

yep
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

dammit Jason
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Atleast he hasn't given up 6
in one inning yet....

"knocks on wood"

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

As frustrated as
I feel I can only imagine how he must feel.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah
in the few close shots they've had of him, he looks pretty frazzled out there.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow
you are quick to knock a guy w/ a 3.67 ERA.  He's had a bad couple outings.  

Next time you have a bad day at work, quit, cause that's your attitude

"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 15, 2007 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

nice job by soto
getting out from behind the plate.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:16 PM CDT reply actions  

i think Lou
wants at least 4 IP out of marquis, but if the cubs have another big inning and the spot coems up, does it force his hand?
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Anyone notice
Jason keeps looking into the dugout and back to the bullpen? If he stays in this game, they've got to calm him down.  

by Tangled Up In Blue on Jul 15, 2007 2:18 PM CDT reply actions  

DeRosa had upper deck power
Into the grandstand foul...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:21 PM CDT reply actions  

There we go clogging the bases...
Now lets go go Geo Soto!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Soto
looks like he's got a much quicker bat than last year.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Wandy's
he's going to stay away from pagan, it looks like. does lou PH for marquis?
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Why?
His offense is just fine.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

He better.......
he can't afford to leave him on the mound.
RAMIREZ!! PRIOR!!

by PriorandAramisfan23 on Jul 15, 2007 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

probably not
we dont have that great of options vs lefties today on the bench so marquis isnt a bad choice to hit. plus hes 1 for 1 today

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow. lou's gonna stick
with marquis. that's a lotta trust.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:26 PM CDT reply actions  

2-1 milwaukee
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 2:26 PM CDT reply actions  

2-1 Brewers
they've actually scored on two straight singles, for a change.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:27 PM CDT reply actions  

one by suppan with 2 outs
if aaron cook didnt suck it would still be 1-0 colorado
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think there's more people here
Watching the Brewers than the Cubs at BOTH BCB's.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:28 PM CDT reply actions  

anyone know Wandy's
pitch count? i'd like to see the astro 'pen get involved. they're horrid.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:28 PM CDT reply actions  

thanks
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

get marquis out of there or this is going
to become a blowout, hes AWFUL today
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 2:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Doubtful...
that double play really helped.  I think we'll see Marquis go 6 innings, and hopefully we'll have a lead by then.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Make that 5 or 6 innings...
depending on how he does through the middle of the order.

With the pitcher's spot not due up for another couple of innings, if he can get through the meat we'll be okay.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Double Play!
Yeah guys!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:31 PM CDT reply actions  

nice
play by jason!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:31 PM CDT reply actions  

where did that miss?
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:33 PM CDT reply actions  

this 2B ump
is not helping. he's f-n lost out there. this is MLB, not boola-boola.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:34 PM CDT reply actions  

yes he was
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Uggh...
bad call.  By the way, Soto looks good so far defensively, to those who bemoaned him in the minors.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:35 PM CDT reply actions  

i admit
it. he's much better than i expected behind the plate.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

he was out.
two perfect throws by soto ruined by a clueless umpire.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:35 PM CDT reply actions  

what was that
you said?
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Brenly is right...
Theriot held the tag too long.  Made it look like he missed the tag first.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:36 PM CDT reply actions  

players shouldn't have
to resort to theatrics for umpires to make obvious calls. neither play has been really close. soto's throws he right at the bag, clearly bet the runners and the tag was plainly applied. a player shouldn't have to sweep and wave on clear calls like these.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

all apologies.
second sentence should read "soto's throws were right at the bag, clearly beat the runners..."
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

GREAT CATCH
get marquis out of this game!!

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:37 PM CDT reply actions  

Ramirez
what a catch!!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:37 PM CDT reply actions  

AWESOME!!!
And Marquis can now probably go 5 and be eligible for the win (if we get the lead).

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:37 PM CDT reply actions  

LINED AND CAUGHT!!
That's why he's an all-star!!!

ALL TROLLS GO AWAY.  Not 7-6 is it?

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:38 PM CDT reply actions  

THERIOT!!!
CUBS LEAD!!!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:39 PM CDT reply actions  

ALRIGHT!!
theriot with his best soriano impression!!  thanks wgn

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:40 PM CDT reply actions  

the riot!!!!!!!!
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Jul 15, 2007 2:40 PM CDT reply actions  

TheRiot!!!!!
WOOOHOO!!!!!!!!!!!!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow
Home Runs are coming in a bunch...
Way to start the 2nd half..who hoooo

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 2:40 PM CDT reply actions  

THE RIOT!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:40 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah
for whatever reason they come back from 85% of each inning late and theres already a pitch or two in the count

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is a fatally flawed team...
oh, how I miss comments like that. :)

The bats are coming alive, folks!  So many offensive players on this team.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:41 PM CDT reply actions  

It has been an enjoyable month
Now that you mention it.

Lee clogs first!

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Man I hope Lee is back...
not that he wasn't hitting well, but if he can hit well and hit for power, this offense is SO much more dangerous.

I'd also like to see Soriano work out in the #5 spot.  If he can do that and we can have Theriot and Fontenot atop the order, the offense looks so much deeper.  DeRosa batting 6th looks fantastic.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

yes, they are
and at the perfect time, too. if this team gets the power going, look out.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

where is that
brain trust any way?
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

those same people are probably on
the Royal's blog, saying, "I'm their biggest fan but this team sucks, let's blow it up"
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 15, 2007 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol
probably
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

I, personally, don't miss those comments
but it sure is funny how those Cubs "fans" disappear when the team is playing good
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 15, 2007 2:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

You're right...
I don't miss those comments at all.  I just wish they showed up to eat their crow.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lee walks
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:42 PM CDT reply actions  

i'd like to see lee try and swipe a base.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Jul 15, 2007 2:42 PM CDT reply actions  

C'mon Marquis
looks good at times wonder why a sinkerball pitcher gets hit this hard so often>?

nice comeback today either way...eyre is loosening oh no!!

Lee will go on HR tear now I predict just in time for long homestand run!!

Hou is awful; Lowery pitching today for SF good he's about their best along with that tall righty...hope we face zito!!

by writerinwrigley on Jul 15, 2007 2:43 PM CDT reply actions  

because..
a sinker ball pitcher has to keep his pitches down in the zone to have his sinker working. Marquis was putting in the pitches right in the middle of the plate which is a big no-no.

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 2:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

there's a school
of thought that says sinkerballers throw better when they're a bit tired, because they tend not to overthrow the sinker and it has a better action on it. coming off the ASB, maybe marquis is getting a little too much behind the sinker and it's getting up in the zone. however, his slider, not the sinker, is what's gotten him in trouble today.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Astro Manager walking *very* slowly
Getting Borkowski a few more pitches...

He's in.

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:43 PM CDT reply actions  

You ever wonder...
what catchers say to pitchers when they're just trying to kill time? Makes you respect the C's ability to small talk.

"Check out the blonde in right field, third row from the bottom. I say they're real."

"Ryan Theriot? Really?"

"Hey, it's not like we spotted you five or anything..."

by hipster17 on Jul 15, 2007 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

How many of you though
After the second inning that Marquis would NOT be the first one out of this game?

Believe.

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:44 PM CDT reply actions  

you got me there
especially the way rodriguez had been pitching before today
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

i left the house for 30 minutes
with the cubs down 5-0. i come back and their up 7-6. what happened?
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 2:45 PM CDT reply actions  

the Cubs score 7 runs
HR's by Pagan, Lee, and Theriot
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 15, 2007 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

thanks
D Lee finally got a hold of one, that's good to hear.
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah, it was a pitch
that jammed him a bit to but just muscled it out of the park.  Hopefully that makes Lee remember he can hit HR's with the best of them
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Jul 15, 2007 2:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Will you do us all a favor
And leave the house again???
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

HR HR HR HR
in other words, the power might be coming back on for the Cubs...

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Make that HR HR HR
Only 3 HR, but it seems like so much more.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

OUCH
Not much you can do about that.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 2:47 PM CDT reply actions  

unlucky
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 2:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'll take tough break DP like that...
Ramirez tattooed the ball.  It just happened to find the pitcher's glove.

We've got the lead.  I wonder if Lou will let Marquis go out for the lower portion of the Stros' batting order, in an attempt to get him the W.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

bad break there aram spanked that ball
hopefully gallagher is coming in because i cant take an inning of scott eyre right now after we have just taken the lead

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:49 PM CDT reply actions  

Hopefully Eyre can handle it...
an inning or two of effective relief here would be nice, both for the team and for Eyre.  And it would save the good arms for future work.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

whoops
meant to add because him eating up innings like this would definately be a huge boost to the rest of the pen

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah
i'd really like to see eyre get in a good groove here. he gave a really nice interview on the score this morning. offman asked him what the problem was and he said "i stink. that's what the problem is." he said there's also been a mechanical flaw in his arma angle that he and rothschild are working to fix.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

They showed Trammell giving feedback
to Theriot on that missed (as the umpire put it) tag. Good to see a bench who actually does something. Never saw the bench coach doing anything under Dusty.

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 2:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Agreed...
nice to have a HOF-caliber shortstop to teach lessons like that to Fontenot and Theriot (he showed both of them the technique).

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 2:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

that's because
Dick Pole thought game time :: nap time.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Marmol is up
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 2:57 PM CDT reply actions  

ohhh boy
probably better get him out. 3 outs is just too much to ask for from eyre

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 2:59 PM CDT reply actions  

why did theriot
double clutch that throw?
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 2:59 PM CDT reply actions  

He looked at 2B...
he really had no shot at 1B, so he hoped the closer base was a possibility.  Ausmus would have been safe at 1B either way, I think.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

He looked at second
then looked at first.
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not sure
probably was looking for the play at second
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

why is eyre pitching with a lead?
has lou not learned what happens in that situation
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 2:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Bye Eyre
No more Fontenot?! Marmol pitching in the 5th?! This is one hell of a weird double switch.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:00 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah. Why is Fonty leaving?
Marmol in the 5th is understandable.  Lets him go as deep as he can.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lou is saying that this is important...
we need this out to keep the lead.  Marmol can stay in this way.

Fontenot came out because he's the logical double-switch candidate.  This way, Lou can wait as long as possible without worrying about pinch hitting.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

No problem...
the caveat is that this is only my interpretation. :)

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

I like the move...
we need to keep the lead, and Marmol is our best option to get one out.  We can pitch him 1.1 innings this way.  Meanwhile, Fontenot is the furthest away from batting among players you could remove, so he's the reason for the double-switch.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Also
Fontenot was having some bad swings..and wasn't looking comfortable

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

certainly serendipitous...
that the coldest bat in the lineup is in position to be double-switched.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Eyre is just wasting a roster spot...
he is contributing absolutely nothing to justify his presence.

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 3:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Marmol will get out of this
Why isn't he closing?
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:02 PM CDT reply actions  

I like it this way...
use your most effective reliever in situations where you absolutely need an out.  Howry can get three outs in the 9th.  That's no problem.  Use Marmol to make sure we get to the 9th with the lead.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

damnit
why couldnt that ball stay fair

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice and Nasty
Marmol!!
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:03 PM CDT reply actions  

K!!
Nice pitching from Marmol, let's hope he can stretch something out -- and that Izturis can fill Fontenot's shoes offensively.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:03 PM CDT reply actions  

that was a nice pitch from Marmol
and anything izturis can contribute offesnively is welcome, but unexpected
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Colorado grounds out
Into a double play - threat over :(
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:04 PM CDT reply actions  

brewers get a DP
out of holliday of all people. home runs and double plays are keeping that team afloat.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:04 PM CDT reply actions  

god damnit
holiday hit into an inning ending db. go figure. brews arent gonna lose that game today

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Still 2-2
Rockies leave the bases loaded...going into bottom 7th

by augie90 on Jul 15, 2007 3:05 PM CDT reply actions  

LMFAO at the Brewers comments
I think we've well surpassed the other bcb now...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:05 PM CDT reply actions  

21 comments on BrewCrew
We had that many talking about their 7th inning.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

we have that many comments
five hours before first pitch
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

who are we gonna use in the late innings
today??? howry, ohman, wuertz....guuuulp. lets hope we can have a few run cushion going into the 8th and 9th because i just dont feel too comfortable with any of those guys closing games, especially howry. man we really need demspter back

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:06 PM CDT reply actions  

It'd be nice to get...
Dempster, Wood, and Petrick back up, to replace Gallagher, Wuertz, and one of the catchers.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

how about replacing eyre/howry
they are useless
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Howry's been adequate...
Eyre'd be nice to replace though.  But he's more difficult to get rid of.  He could be replaced with Cotts or Pignatiello, though.  I agree.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

i agree
its going to be hard to get anyone to take eyre off our hands. he is just not good at all

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cotts
has had some vomit-inducing outings in AAA though. It's hard to say who's worse.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Just tossing out a name there...
my point was that Howry and Eyre are hard to get rid of.  That's why I mentioned Wuertz, Gallagher, and the backup catcher.  Those moves would require a low degree of difficulty.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Weurtz
Um, why in the world would we want to get rid of the only guy in the Major Leagues that has NOT allowed an inherited runner to score all YEAR?

by ItCouldBEmightBEitIS on Jul 15, 2007 10:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

soriano
not taking good swings today.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:07 PM CDT reply actions  

he didn't in the ASG
And he did for one big blast.
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

don't get it twisted
i'm not down on him, it was just a comment on today's game. he's taken some really poor swings today, for some reason. yesterday he seemed like he was right on everything. not so much today.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

soriano
is for whatever reason much better hitting leadoff. must be something in his head because he looked really uncomfortable when we had him hitting in the 3 spot earlier this year.

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Tampa Bay takes back the lead
Against the damnyankees.  

Send those bastard pinstripes back under .500!

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:09 PM CDT reply actions  

like how lou goes for it..
...not messing around with eyre bringing in his best guy for a few maybe tack on runs then go to ohman (hasn't pitched much lately) and howry and cross your fingers...

someone mentioned gallagher is he on roster now?? have lost track with all the moves/up and down with petrick, etc.

marmol can pitch 2 more inns hopefully get us to 8th with the lead and take our chances...

lotta good things happening today...soto a hit, lee a HR...but starting pitching behind top 2 needs to stabilize...wade miller might have to get another crack here!!

by writerinwrigley on Jul 15, 2007 3:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Going to the 6th
Bullpen might have to pull some scoreless innings out of a hat...I certainly hope the bats aren't done for the day.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:12 PM CDT reply actions  

itll really help
if carlos can get out the top of their order here with no runs

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

4-2 milwaukee
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 3:13 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah i just had that feeling
that the brewers werent going to lose today. they are just too tough at home

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not over yet...
they're just in the bottom of the 7th.  There's still hope!!

by augie90 on Jul 15, 2007 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

K
2 down

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:16 PM CDT reply actions  

Pence was all over Marquis
but Marmol made him look very very tentative. This kid's got some great stuff.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Marmol
is absolutely filthy.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

dont put anyone on in front of carlos lee
he is a notorious cub killer and has been quiet this series so far

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

good deal
yeah i cant even recount the countless times he has done damage against the cubs in situations like that, whether he was playing for the white sox or brewers hes always been one of those "cub killers"

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

this HP ump is an ass
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Lee flies out!!!
Great job Marmol!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:20 PM CDT reply actions  

wheeeeeeeeeew
that looked scary off the bat

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:20 PM CDT reply actions  

i think
i just crapped myself. that looked bad off the bat. wheeeeew!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:20 PM CDT reply actions  

Got out of that one.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:20 PM CDT reply actions  

time for some insurance runs!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:21 PM CDT reply actions  

A few more
runs would be nice here.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:22 PM CDT reply actions  

would it be asking too much
to throw marmol one more inning?? hes only faced 5 batters but not sure how many pitches hes thrown

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:22 PM CDT reply actions  

23
A dozen of which were strikes
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

He's probably done...
his spot is due up third this inning.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

but he has a helmet on...
so who knows?  He's only thrown 23 pitches, and it'd minimize the number of pitchers necessary to finish the game.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Marmol's got the batting helmet on
Looks like he's gonna stay out there
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Come on Carlos!!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:29 PM CDT reply actions  

poop
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Marmol out for Oh Man
In preparation of two lefties.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh No! Oh-man!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Ohman
Hope he's on today.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Rockies HR
Brewers still up 4-3 in 8th

by augie90 on Jul 15, 2007 3:33 PM CDT reply actions  

MLB.TV
Anyone else have it - and have it crash at the beginning of the inning?

by JohnM on Jul 15, 2007 3:34 PM CDT reply actions  

worried...
is gallagher on roster?? wuertz up bad yesterday in mop-up job 9th...been pretty consistent tho...coupla dink hits now shit...

by writerinwrigley on Jul 15, 2007 3:34 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah
gallagher's been up once already today
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

frickin' bloopers
are ticking me off. cheap ass hits.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:35 PM CDT reply actions  

uh - oh
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:35 PM CDT reply actions  

HE CAUGHT IT?!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Great catch DeRosa
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:36 PM CDT reply actions  

what a catch!
great concentration there
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:37 PM CDT reply actions  

WIll Ohman sucks
I would have liked to see Marmol some more
"Chuck Norris counted to infinity - twice."

by bringbackthebrownieelf on Jul 15, 2007 3:37 PM CDT reply actions  

i hate ohman
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Jul 15, 2007 3:37 PM CDT reply actions  

Here's your ballgame folks
We need a harmless infield fly or K
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:39 PM CDT reply actions  

How about...
a dangerous liner right at Ramirez?

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ausmus is terrible. He better get him out
"Chuck Norris counted to infinity - twice."

by bringbackthebrownieelf on Jul 15, 2007 3:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Another great snag by Rammy!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Good snare ARAM!!!
2 down!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:39 PM CDT reply actions  

His outs...
were hit MUCH harder than the base hit he gave up.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's two
for Ramirez today.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Come on, one more hitter No Man and your done!
"Chuck Norris counted to infinity - twice."

by bringbackthebrownieelf on Jul 15, 2007 3:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Soto
looks like he's really in command today, especially on his mound visits. he's a lot better defensively than advertised.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:41 PM CDT reply actions  

Which is why you shouldn't always trust...
scouting reports, especially when they come from a guy who probably doesn't see too much minor league baseball (Stone).

Note: I could be wrong about how much minor league ball Stoney sees, but he does appear better defensively than Stone suggested.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

PLEASE
get out ensberg wuertz please. i do not want hunter pence to come up this inning. we can worry about him, berkman, and lee next inning

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Here we go
Come on Wuertz!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Bounce out to second
I call it.
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Walked him
Yikes. This could be ugly.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:44 PM CDT reply actions  

shit
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:44 PM CDT reply actions  

w.t.f.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Larry
What do you say?

Get him out, make me look good?

6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:45 PM CDT reply actions  

The ump hasn't been consistant today
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Nope..
I think those two strikes were off the plate.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Gooooood stop by Soto
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:46 PM CDT reply actions  

nice stop
by soto
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Big K wow!!!
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:47 PM CDT reply actions  

K!!!!!!!!!
K K K K K K K K

A ho-hum scoreless 7th.

"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:47 PM CDT reply actions  

LOL!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

holy moly
that was waaaaaay more stressful than it should have been.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Jesus
I can't take this. Whew!!!
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Wow...
can't believe he went back to the slider away on what would have been ball four.  Gutsy pitch selection.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Burke
It was to close to take and he weakly swung. He he!
6-01-2007 the Cubs begin to rise. They will never look back.

by Scott G F on Jul 15, 2007 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thankfully he swung...
it wasn't remotely close.  A foot off the plate and in the dirt.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 3:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

HUGE
man oh man thank you chris burke. now lets add some runs here we really are going to need them

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:48 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah
the cubs really need to tack on some insurance runs in the 7th. i don't like this one-run drama stuff.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

me neither
i dont think we will win this game with 7

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

A 1- a 2- a 3!
Take me out to the ballgame
Take me out to the crowd
Buy me some peanuts and cracker jack
I don't care if I EVER get back
For it's root root root for the CUBBIES
If they don't win it's a shame
For it's 1! 2! 3! strikes you're out
At the old ball game!

YEAH! LETS GET SOME RUNS! YEAH!

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:48 PM CDT reply actions  

Man on 3rd 1 out bottom of the ninth Rockies down
4-3.  Come on Rocks!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by northofwrigley on Jul 15, 2007 3:48 PM CDT reply actions  

ugh, 2 out, up to Matsui
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by northofwrigley on Jul 15, 2007 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

sorry, top of the ninth
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by northofwrigley on Jul 15, 2007 3:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bottom 9 rockies down?
That doesn't make sense...
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

and of course
he strikes out. damnit the rockies are the most unclutch group of morons ive seen in a while

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

What was
moronic was the Rockies manager giving away an out in the 9th inning with a bunt and a guy already in scoring position. Shades of Don Baylor (and Joe Girardi).
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Jul 15, 2007 3:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Brewers Win!!!!
Tying run on third with 1 out. Damn!

by louslovechild on Jul 15, 2007 3:50 PM CDT reply actions  

I need to write a thank you letter
to Chris Burke: thank you for swinging at ball 4.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:50 PM CDT reply actions  

I like base hits
and i do not lie
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:51 PM CDT reply actions  

d-lee's
starting to pound those inside pitches again. good sign.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:51 PM CDT reply actions  

like to see
fonzie get a hold of one here
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:55 PM CDT reply actions  

yep.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Soriano swinging at garbage
in the 5-hole today.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:56 PM CDT reply actions  

STOLE SECOND!!!
And a FREE PASS to third!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 3:57 PM CDT reply actions  

nice play by lee!
heads up baserunning
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:57 PM CDT reply actions  

come on dero
knock him in we really need some more runs, especially with pence, berkman, and lee due up next inning

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:57 PM CDT reply actions  

poop
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 3:58 PM CDT reply actions  

crap
really needed some runs there.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 3:58 PM CDT reply actions  

daaaamn
we need to plate a few more. cmon wuertz this is going to be a really tough inning

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 3:59 PM CDT reply actions  

We go to the 8th
And we've got a fear-inducing bullpen in all the wrong ways. Let's go Cubs!!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 3:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Whenever Soriano is at the plate..
It feels like cubs are playing the Power Ball

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 4:00 PM CDT reply actions  

NO WALKS MICHAEL
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 4:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Pence looking bad
on sliders all day today.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:02 PM CDT reply actions  

Howry's up
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 4:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Thaaaat was strike 3.
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 4:05 PM CDT reply actions  

damnit
that was strike 3..awful call

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:05 PM CDT reply actions  

this HP ump
is ludicrously inconsistent
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:05 PM CDT reply actions  

huuuuuge 2nd out
cmon wuertz one more

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:06 PM CDT reply actions  

good freaking pitch by wuertz to get berkman
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:06 PM CDT reply actions  

yep.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

yeah it really was
that was a really big at-bat

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nice inning!
Let's end this game right now with the bats!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 4:07 PM CDT reply actions  

BIG INNING
great work wuertz we really needed that. cmon bats 1 or 2 more would be great

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:07 PM CDT reply actions  

really nice inning
by wuertz. worked throught three really tough hitters in short order. nicely done.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Survived another inning.
Let's get some runs guys.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 4:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Go Go Geo Soto
It's inspector gadget time...

Go Geo Go...
Go Geo Go...

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 4:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Official attendance 41,757
And we JUST MISS the three-game series record :(
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 4:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Too bad they don't count
those 20 dudes looking in from the street "knot-hole"

by jcg996 on Jul 15, 2007 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

let's plate a coupla runs
then hold 'em and go home.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Why does Jones seem to get jammed
everytime he swings the bat?

by MiniAndretti on Jul 15, 2007 4:12 PM CDT reply actions  

not a promising start
to the inning. jones' pitch selection is non-existent.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:12 PM CDT reply actions  

i say
we go for a steal with pagan. at least let him dance around out there and mess with qualls
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:13 PM CDT reply actions  

i hate, hate, hate, hate
one out sacrifices. WTF is izturis thinking? take a pitch and let pagan try for a steal.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:14 PM CDT reply actions  

The lack of high fives in the dugout
tells me that Brenly is correct and Caesar bunted on his own.

by MiniAndretti on Jul 15, 2007 4:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Inning over
LETS DO THIS, CUBBIE BEARS!!!
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 4:17 PM CDT reply actions  

damn
ok cmon howry

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:17 PM CDT reply actions  

crap
strap it down for the ninth. here comes howry!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Go Howry!!
Please Cubs, don't break my heart.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 4:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Alright..the all exciting ninth inning...
coming up and lets hope Bob Howry wouldn't try to up the excitement..

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 4:18 PM CDT reply actions  

whew!
nice grab by derosa
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:19 PM CDT reply actions  

wheew
nice catch dero 1 down!

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Gooood catch DeRosa!
1 down!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 4:19 PM CDT reply actions  

GOT HIM!
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:21 PM CDT reply actions  

2 down!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 4:21 PM CDT reply actions  

K
CMON BOBBY ONE MORE

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:22 PM CDT reply actions  

one more out,
one more out, one more out. Please make it happen.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 4:22 PM CDT reply actions  

FLY IT HIGH!!!!

BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!

HEY CHICAGO WHADDYA SAY???

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 4:24 PM CDT reply actions  

CUBS WIN!
HOOOOLY COW!! THEY SWEEP THE ASTROS!!!
"And heeeere cooome the pretzels!"

by NightPutting on Jul 15, 2007 4:24 PM CDT reply actions  

I love this team!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What a fantastic win today.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 4:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Bring out the broom!
Cubs win. Great, fantastic, amazing performance by the Cub bullpen.
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 4:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Yupp
and Howry put the cherry on the cake by pitching a very good ninth inning

by cubsnlinux on Jul 15, 2007 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes
What a great way to start the second half!

phat

by phatass on Jul 15, 2007 4:25 PM CDT reply actions  

GO CUBS GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
White Flag Time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What a great overall team win!!
I LOVE THIS TEAM!!!!!!!!!!

by Tangled Up In Blue on Jul 15, 2007 4:26 PM CDT reply actions  

They never
gave up. That's what I love. Three home runs in the game. Great day to be a Cub fan.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 4:27 PM CDT reply actions  

What an awesome win...
to come back from a 5-run deficit and get the sweep.  To have the bullpen come in and pitch 5 scoreless innings.  To get a few HR.  To see DLee drive one out of the park.  It's just a good day.

Hopefully we can keep it going, because things are starting to look brighter.

by SouthernCub on Jul 15, 2007 4:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

YEEEEEEEAH
GREAT SWEEP! great comeback team win today! i love this team more and more everyday! lets keep this momentum going against the giants! WOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOO

by bennyha on Jul 15, 2007 4:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Ok now, Everybody sing!!!

Baseball season's under way
Well you better get ready for a brand new day
The Cubs are gonna win today

They're singing, Go Cubs go, go Cubs go
The Cubs are gonna win today
Go Cubs go, go Cubs go
Hey Chicago what do you say?
The Cubs are gonna win today

They got the power, they got the speed
To be the best in the National League
Well, this is the year and the Cubs are real
So come on down to Wrigley Field

We're singing now Go Cubs go, go Cubs go
Hey Chicago what do you say?
The Cubs are gonna win today
Go Cubs go, go Cubs go
Hey Chicago what do you say?
The Cubs are gonna win today

Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 4:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Baseball time is here again
You can catch it all on WGN
So step your feet and clap your hands
The Chicago Cubs got the greatest fans

Hear them singing now Go Cubs go, go Cubs go
Hey Chicago what do you say?
The Cubs are gonna win today
Go Cubs go, go Cubs go
Hey Chicago what do you say?
The Cubs are gonna win today

The Cubs Are On Their Way!!

by DenverCub on Jul 15, 2007 4:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hottest team in baseball right now ...
keep it going.
Rob Dibble is a juvenile. Why is he on my XM radio? Why is he on my TV? Please, just, make him stop.

by iowaBear on Jul 15, 2007 4:30 PM CDT reply actions  

cubs win cubs win cubs win
great win by a great team
Here comes the nasty leftie to shut it down in the 9th......Clay Rapada!!!!

by cubsluver22 on Jul 15, 2007 4:30 PM CDT reply actions  

haha
we wouldn't have been saying that a month ago!
Bring Back Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Jul 15, 2007 4:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

even though Brewers won,
there is a chance the Cards fall even deeper tonight so it definately becomes just a two team race. Cards are barely holding on
Bring Back Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Jul 15, 2007 4:35 PM CDT reply actions  

the cards are dead
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 4:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

weren't the Astros dead in...
2004 and also 2005
Bring Back Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Jul 15, 2007 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

yes......but
healthy
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 4:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

big win
and when we lose, i can't watch sportscenter or any other highlight shows and see it again.
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Jul 15, 2007 4:35 PM CDT reply actions  

25 hours and 17 minutes
Until our next step towards first place...
The Cubs Are On Their Way!!

by DenverCub on Jul 15, 2007 4:43 PM CDT reply actions  

3-3 tie in San Francisco
if they pull it off, we gain a game in the Wild Card standings..
Bring Back Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Jul 15, 2007 4:48 PM CDT reply actions  

never mind
Padres are in lead of the Wild Card now..only 2.5 back from that now

I seriously think we could pull out next series with 4 wins...

Bring Back Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Jul 15, 2007 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Great defense today
from DeRosa in right. I don't know if Floyd or Murton makes all those catches.  Also great defense from Aramis--again.

by JohnM on Jul 15, 2007 4:54 PM CDT reply actions  

nice w
credit to lou today for the early moves with pen to bring in marmol that was key...and eyre doesn't get saddled with negative perf.

SF starter Mon. will be tough but the way we're playin, anything's possible!!

by writerinwrigley on Jul 15, 2007 4:55 PM CDT reply actions  

This is fun
It's really become a lot of fun to watch this team now. Early in the season I was always expecting the worst, even with a lead. Down 5-0 today, I still thought we could win it. Great job Cubbies. Hey, has anyone seen Mr. Durden lately?

by qccub on Jul 15, 2007 5:36 PM CDT reply actions  

MrDurden
might have been banned... In any event, go to that blog where all the negative Cub fans are... They don't have many posts right now and the best they can come up with is that is that the Cubs mediocre talent is winning in the worst division in baseball and the Cards sucking this year is helping them too. Makes you wonder if they will switch to Royal fans or Devil Ray fans to get their losing fix?

by LT on Jul 15, 2007 6:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Be Careful
I am new to this site, as a matter of fact I am new to any site. I have been a  Cub fan since 1964 and have been there for the 1969 collapse, the loss to the Padres in 84, the loss to the Giants in 89, and the most heartbreaking loss of all in 2003.
My motto is not to get too excited. I have been down this road too often to get my hopes up.
However, this is fun so far isn't it!

by Ken Hubbs on Jul 15, 2007 6:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Spoken like a true Cub Fan
If you can't get too excited then don't root.  The way I look at it is that you can only get as much enjoyment out of sports as you are willing to get crushed.  Therefore, to maximize your enjoyment of the Cubs, you must be ready to have your heart torn out of your chest over and over again if you really want to enjoy it when you win.

Look at it this way, if you want to hit 100 on the happy scale you must be ready to go to -100.  If you are guarded and only are willing to invest 1/2 your heart or a quarter, then the most you will get is 25 or 50.

I, myself, push all my chips in the middle of the table.  Sometimes you are way behind prefop (2006), sometimes you catch a good flop but lose (2005) and some times you get a favorable turn (2004) and sometimes you get rivered so bad you never want to play poker ever again (2003).

Go all in.

by Chad @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Jul 15, 2007 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions  

Is tomorrow's game on espn tv?
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Jul 15, 2007 6:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes
And WCIU for the locals, which may cause ESPN to be blacked out in the Chicagoland area.
Go Nebraska Football!

by sanantonecub on Jul 15, 2007 7:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

does that
mean we're going to have to listen to morgan and that motley crew? if so, i can't handle their idiocy. looks like a mute the tv and let ron and pat handle the game kind of night...
"One thing you learn as a Cubs fan: When you bought your ticket, you could bank on seeing the bottom of the ninth." - Joe Garagiola

by gary varsho on Jul 15, 2007 7:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes it is
at 6:05 p.m. CST.
The recipe for success needs a little Marmol-ade.

by sue369 on Jul 15, 2007 7:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

To LT
I've been a Cubs fan for years, but I'm new to the blogs this year...is the "blog where the negative fans are" the 1060etc....? I love BCB and have been reading 1060, but I've gotten really sick of their cry-baby mentality...if they lose, they're horrible...if they win, the other team was horrible. I don't know, but I'm wondering if I'm the only one that feels this way.

by MississippiMalaise on Jul 15, 2007 7:07 PM CDT reply actions  

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