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Open Thread: Cubs vs. Reds, Monday 9/17, 7:05 CT

Alyellontoppscard_tiny by Al Yellon on in Game Threads

Players don't think this way, but we do. What am I talking about? Bear with me... it was just about three years ago that the Cubs came back from a disastrous trip to New York to play the final week at home, still leading the wild card race by one game with six to go after beating the under-.500 Reds decisively in the first of a four-game series.

Then the Reds took three straight in soul-crushing fashion, the last two in 12 innings, the last one on a double by Javier Valentin off Kyle Farnsworth after Mark Prior had pitched the game of his life (striking out sixteen in nine innings), virtually eliminating the Cubs from a race we all thought was won.

What I mean by "players not thinking this way" is this: from those 2004 teams, only ten players remain on today's active rosters (six Cubs: Derrek Lee, Aramis Ramirez, Carlos Zambrano, Ryan Dempster, Kerry Wood and Michael Wuertz, and four Reds: Adam Dunn, Ken Griffey Jr., Aaron Harang, and that darned Valentin -- eerily, two 2004 Reds have died since, Cory Lidle and Josh Hancock). The rest of the current Cubs and Reds weren't here, know nothing of that devastating series, and look only toward the three games to come this week.

But WE remember. We owe 'em one. Let's go Cubs.

 Today's Starting Pitchers
Rich Hill
 R. Hill
Cubs		 vs. Bronson Arroyo
 B. Arroyo
Reds
9-8 W-L 9-14
3.91 ERA 4.31
168 SO 147
59 BB 55
27 HR 24
vs. Cin -- vs. Cubs
One year ago yesterday, Rich Hill threw the best game of his young career to that date -- a two-hit shutout of the Reds at Wrigley Field, the only CG shutout they had last year. He's been very good vs. Cincinnati this year, too -- 1-0, 1.50 in two starts, the win coming back on April 14 at Wrigley Field, when he allowed them three hits and no runs in a 7-0 Cubs win. He's handled almost everyone on the Reds well -- Edwin Encarnacion has hit two HR off Hill, but those are the only two hits he has (2-for-11).

Bronson Arroyo had a really good first year in the NL after spending several years as an AL East pitcher, including going 4-0 vs. the Cubs and homering twice off Glendon Rusch in 2006. 2007 hasn't been nearly as kind to Arroyo; the Cubs have beaten him twice, including the above-mentioned April 14 game that Hill won. It might not be a bad day to give Jacque Jones (4-for-28 vs. Arroyo) and/or Alfonso Soriano (4-for-27 vs. Arroyo) the day off, if Lou feels they need one.

Oh, incidentally, Bronson? Nice hair flip.

today's Mediacenter link.

MLB.com Gameday (2007 version)

MLB.com Gameday (2006 version)

MLB.com Gameday for the Brewers/Astros game (7:05 CT start)

Discuss amongst yourselves.

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oh yeah
i get 1st comment and i'll say this----go cubssssssss
Here comes the nasty leftie to shut it down in the 9th......Clay Rapada!!!!

by cubsluver22 on Sep 17, 2007 4:13 PM CDT reply actions  

funnny
i thought we had an offday for some reason...
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 4:16 PM CDT reply actions  

wonder if Lou is going to start
Lee, Kendall, Jones they have poor stats against Arroyo
Milw-09-23-98--Brown in for defense--bases loaded--flyball--HE DROPPED THE BALL!!!NO NO NO, cubs lose 8-7

by Ivy Walls on Sep 17, 2007 4:19 PM CDT reply actions  

hopefully
This is the game we can get rich some runs. Lets ditch this LOB fetish we have NOW!

:)

One of Us!One Of Us!

by HerrProf on Sep 17, 2007 4:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Way to go, Al
I was feeling pretty mellow, having watched the boys thrash the Cardinals up and down Wrigley Field South (which is how I refer to Crappy Light Beer Stadium to Cards fans)

Now you got me all worked up about the Reds with your trip through the recent past.

So, when you feel the urge to ban me later tonight, please remember, in the words of Jack Nicholson's Joker.

"YOU MADE ME! YOU MADE ME!"

(Hopefully, this is taken with the humor that it is meant!)

by lancaster99 on Sep 17, 2007 4:22 PM CDT reply actions  

pretty sure i heard this lineup...
...on espn1000

soriano, cf
theriot, ss
lee, 1b
ramirez, 3b
floyd, rf
derosa, 2b
jones, cf
kendall, c
hill, p

by seang03 on Sep 17, 2007 4:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey Al... can everyone in the LF bleachers
please bring a sign to the park for Soriano?

You know... one that say HUSTLE.

Thanks.

I'm sick of watching this guy be a lazy POS.  

1-RUN GAMES = 21-22 | EXTRA INNINGS = 2-8 | HOME = 39-36 | updated on 9/17

by SackMan on Sep 17, 2007 4:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah! He isn't giving his body for the team enough
Didn't this guy just deliver a backbreaking 2-run HR to basically end the season for the defending WS Champion Cardinals in their own backyard?

Soriano has played through a quad tear, wrist injuries, and hamstring problems, and he continues to play the game like his hair is on fire. But you're right, he should be "hustling" for the fans more, like Erstad or Eckstein.

He's going to hack at bad balls. That's just who he is. But he's also going to get super-hot on occasion (and the last few days indicate that Right Now may be one of those occasions), and even with his trips to the DL, he's going to finish this season with 30-ish HR and ~100 runs scored.

The last thing that this team needs right now is negativity from the home fans, especially regarding something as nebulous and unquantifiable as "hustle".

by ClosingTime on Sep 17, 2007 5:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Don't you know...
That if you aren't running to first base on a walk like that twit Mickey Hatcher did, or like that little twerp Eckstein does, you aren't hustling.

Soriano is the least of our worries right now.

by lancaster99 on Sep 17, 2007 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

And while you're at it
Have everyone in right field hold up a sign that says "Pull that quad again, Fonzie!"
The artist formerly known as JoshinLA

by Josh Timmers on Sep 17, 2007 5:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

First game back home
after a successful road trip can sometimes be a downer.  I have a bad feeling about the game tonight, but I hope I am dead wrong.
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel

by MPH73 on Sep 17, 2007 4:30 PM CDT reply actions  

me too
i have a feeling we'll see the rich hill that gives up 4 home runs
Dinosaurs? "Didn't exist. You can't say there were dinosaurs when you never saw them." -Carl Everett

by NDcubsfan on Sep 17, 2007 4:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

*Sigh*
Relax, guys. Let's save the negative vibes until, oh, at least the bottom half of the first inning.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 5:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

i say...
...the cubs will rough-up arroyo in the 4th or 5th!
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 17, 2007 6:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

the cubs will rough-up arroyo in the 4th or 5th!
Anyone with a mugshot like that SHOULD be roughed up!    :-)
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

No Soto?
That sucks.

by cubbiechris on Sep 17, 2007 4:47 PM CDT reply actions  

just...wow.
I can't decide if I should react first to the bowl-cut, the eyebrows, or the freakishly large open mouth.

(and i suddenly really hope he's not your kid.)

"Pythagoras don't play baseball." --Al (paraphrased)

by Teacherdave on Sep 17, 2007 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well at
least it is an upgrade from your first wife.
"You can't take life to seriously, you don't get out of it alive"

by wild bill on Sep 17, 2007 5:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

That guy looks like
Mo from the 3 stooges in his younger days.
"I don't like them fellas that drive in two runs but let in three" Casey Stengel

by MPH73 on Sep 17, 2007 5:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm stunned and slightly embarrassed...
...by "Don't Call me Charles" Bronson Arroyo's hair.

What the crap, man.  Be a DUDE, will ya?

"Pythagoras don't play baseball." --Al (paraphrased)

by Teacherdave on Sep 17, 2007 5:06 PM CDT reply actions  

From Paul Sullivan's
Latest blog on Chicagosports.com
http://blogs.chicagosports.chicagotribune.com/sports_hardball/2007/09/spotlights-on-t.html

Paul says:

"While rumors about the arrival of prospective owner Mark Cuban circulated around the ballpark on Monday, the Cubs prepared to start the home stretch of the season with a one-game lead in the National League Central."

Does anyone know exactly what Paul is referring to in regards to Mark Cuban?  If i'm just missing it, I claim a case of the Monday's.

by talkingcubs on Sep 17, 2007 5:33 PM CDT reply actions  

I would imagine
Mark is too busy learning his new dance routines for his upcoming appearance on this next season of DWTS.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 6:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cuban
 What's the latest news on him and the Cubs. Is he the 7th inning stretch conductor or something?

 WTF is Soto not starting? That used to drive me crazy with Baker not sticking with the hot bat. Plus Kendall's D has been terrible lately.

by lemon20pie on Sep 17, 2007 5:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Ronny
is singing the stretch again tonight...

by talkingcubs on Sep 17, 2007 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

really?
good news! I love when he sings it. Closest thing we have to Harry.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

hey lemonpie haven't seen you since Dempster
saved the first game on Saturday and then did the same on Sunday. Now you come in and find a left handed way to stir more controversy with Soto.

Yes Kendall is 1 for 9 against Arroyo but Kendall is the veteran and it appears Piniella is playing his regular eight. I am beginning to think you have other agendas than merely being an attentive fan.

Not that you can't have a critical eye but there is a fine line between critical and cynicism and baiting. As far as Cuban the Tribune is a public company and there is a bidding process but in that there are ways to determine how big a bid will be. Cuban told a few people that if he did bid he would not be outbid. He could be the next Steinbrenner or Epstein where money is merely a means to acquire talent. Cubs should be in the top 5 of talent on the field.

Milw-09-23-98--Brown in for defense--bases loaded--flyball--HE DROPPED THE BALL!!!NO NO NO, cubs lose 8-7

by Ivy Walls on Sep 17, 2007 5:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Dempster has looked good last 2 SO
 I hope he keeps it up, but knowing how inconsistent he can be, I am guessing he won't and now the next game he blows, will be magnified by 10 and I will be sticking my head through the curtains when he does.

 As far as "stirring" it up with the Soto comment. No, just my opinion that his bat is hot and against a better hitting team as Reds, it would've been wiser to put the hot bat in the lineup. IMO anyways.

 Thanks for the update on Cuban.

by lemon20pie on Sep 17, 2007 6:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

I don't get how you find Dempster inconsistent?
Of closers with 25 saves or more, only Saito, Putz, Papelbon, and Gregg have a higher save percentage.

So, please, how is that inconsistent?

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

by DTJchris on Sep 17, 2007 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

oops, and Isringhausen
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Sep 17, 2007 6:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

He's not
inconsistant. lemonpie has his favorites and wants them to play. Thank god Lou knows better.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

I guess I just don't get it
Dempster, by all accounts, is nothing but a stand-up guy, great in the clubhouse, great for the community and he does his job very well.

Yet people for some reason continue to bash this guy for absolutely no reason.  It's not like he's Albert Belle or something.  

Like I said, I just don't get it  

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

by DTJchris on Sep 17, 2007 7:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

I get it
Dempster is heart attack inducing.  "He never does things the easy way" is a criticism I have seen.  Of course, he comes thru more than most and I am sick bastard who likes tight games to blow outs, so I got no problem with Ryan.

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thank god Lou knows better
Word.
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hey BL
I didn't get a chance to thank you for defending me the other night. Thanks,it was very much appreciated.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Aww shucks,,,(blushing)...
It weren't nuthin'...(kicking dirt, head hanging low)   :-)

Just lookin' out for good people (you being one) and tryin' to keep the riff-raff to a minimum...

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

You are
a good guy.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

a good guy
Thanks...
My wife tells me that every now and then....

:-)

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

To think
his team was winning. I would hate to see him if when they lose.
"You can't take life to seriously, you don't get out of it alive"

by wild bill on Sep 17, 2007 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ummm...
I get that this is Chicago based blog and all - and Packer fans are fair game for ridicule here I guess.

The guy on the video classy?  Not a bit.  But a 'typical Packer fan'.  Umm...wouldn't go that far.  Lack of class on your part maybe.

I'm just guessing, but I presume that the Bears have had their fair share of unruly spectators over the past 80 years.  If I'm wrong I'll take it back. But someone will have to prove it.

Dang...I just want something to root for in September

by GamePenguin on Sep 17, 2007 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

I was wrong for generalizing
 that "all" Packer fans are like that, but if you've seen the Packer fans out here in AZ at a sports bar during a Packer fan, you'd say the same thing. They behave not much better than that woman hitting punk.

by lemon20pie on Sep 17, 2007 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Right on.
I can say with confidence that I've never started a fight at a Packers game (and not just because I've never been to one.)  That guy was a jerk and an idiot, which is why he started a fight.

I'm not going to stick up for that guy, but I will speak for the rest of my Cheesehead brethren--we're not all morons.

Before each game, please remember to feed the bats.

by Cool Hand on Sep 17, 2007 6:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

As a life long Cub fan
and Packer fan (who SAT THROUGH THE 1967 CHAMPIONSHIP AT THE FROZEN TUNDRA!) I can tell you that that butthead was not a typical Packer fan.  I think the fact that his jersey was on backwards might be a "tell" that he was a bit on the sauce, among other things.  

I will not justify the actions of a jerk like that.  He had to be a NJ/NY resident and a Brewer fan to boot.  :-)

Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 17, 2007 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

As a life long Cub fan
It is so cool to see others Packer/Cubs fans!!!

Im only in my 30's so I wasnt around for the Ice Bowl, but I did go to NFC play off game a few years ago when the high was in single digits.

I finally had the opportunity last year to see my first Cubs game!!!

by Madison Cub Fan on Sep 18, 2007 2:24 AM CDT up reply actions  

Me too Madison
Im Cubs/Packers as well, but ive got little passion for the Pack(or US football) but tons for the Cubs.
"Drink,Drugs and shagging models...the rest I wasted." George Best on where his millions went

by Aussie Cub on Sep 18, 2007 3:59 AM CDT up reply actions  

Kendall's D is sketchy
...but the Cubs have been playing well with him in the lineup. It might have something to do with going with a veteran catcher for a relatively young starter.

Hopefully Soto is the first pinch hitter off the bench facing a LHP.

by montanacubby on Sep 17, 2007 5:54 PM CDT reply actions  

I like the "we owe 'em one"
comment from Al.  In addition to paying the Reds back, we can pay back the Marlins for '03 soon.  Then perhaps pay back the Padres (1984) and the Mets (1969) in the >hush tones< post season.

by Neifi Puppy on Sep 17, 2007 6:11 PM CDT reply actions  

I was at the game that Prior pitched.
It was my first trip to Wrigley in over 10 years.  I was keeping score and around the seventh realized how many K's, many backward, I had written down.  I commented to my wife something like, "Wow!"  Real astute, I know.  From my seat in the upper deck first base side that day I could still see how much movement Prior had.  With each strikeout looking the Reds players would just put their heads down and trudge back to the dugout.  No argument just beaten.  Prior made one mistake and Dunn crushed it.

Then in the ninth Prior got in a bit of trouble.  He induced a hot grounder with two out that looked like a sure single to score the go ahead run.  Todd Walker made the play of his life and caught the ball and got the runner at first.

He, Walker, was due up first in the bottom of the inning.  I was thinking, "Perfect!  Guy makes a great play and now he is leading off.  Guaranteed hit."  Nope, not with Dustbag around.  Dusty played "Lefty/Righty" and pinch hit for Walker.  The pinch hitter, of course, made an out.

I left that day knowing the season was over.

by MiniAndretti on Sep 17, 2007 6:16 PM CDT reply actions  

I must admit...
I'm a little worried going into this final stretch.  Cincy and Pittsburgh have both been playing pretty good ball recently, and we haven't played all that well against either team all year.  Plus, there's the Florida sweep from late May...but of course, that was before the big turnaround.

I'm doing my best to not revert to "we're doomed" mode, but I am a little concerned...it smacks a little of '04.  Just a little.

That said (self-pep talk!) we've been playing some solid ball recently, Fonzie's got his power stroke back, aand Hill's got a chance to be our fourth 10-game winner tonight.  So I'll try to do like you say, Al, even though it goes against my very nature.  I'll try and keep the faith.

Before each game, please remember to feed the bats.

by Cool Hand on Sep 17, 2007 6:48 PM CDT reply actions  

I hate Arroyo's hair.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:04 PM CDT reply actions  

here we go!
 
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Anyone......
have a copy of that picture from '03 after the Cubbies clinched and the fan was standing outside the front gate by that pole and holding an "I'm Happy" sign?

Nice catch Riot

------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Sep 17, 2007 7:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Great catch Ryan
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:10 PM CDT reply actions  

And to think
earlier in the year people didn't think The Riot could play SS. :)
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 17, 2007 7:10 PM CDT reply actions  

K
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:11 PM CDT reply actions  

GO RICH!!!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:13 PM CDT reply actions  

solid inning by Hill
 
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Reds good stats
The Reds have a lot of guys with good BA's for a team that's 13-under .500
------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Sep 17, 2007 7:14 PM CDT reply actions  

The Reds can hit quite well.
They pitch rather poorly on the whole. Arroyo and Harang are good, but after that it tails off sharply, and the bullpen is nothing to write home about.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 17, 2007 7:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Despite that...
the Reds still have the best record in the division (37-30), since they canned Narron at the beginning of July.

by NTNgod on Sep 17, 2007 7:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

KK
------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Sep 17, 2007 7:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Anyone with a TV
I'd like a little favor...

Could you look to see if Riot has gone to wearing high-tops?  I know that other players (like DeRo) have started to do that after having ankle problems, and I'm wondering if Riot will do the same.  It might slow him down a bit, but we need him to stay healthy.

Thanks.

"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 17, 2007 7:16 PM CDT reply actions  

double
here we go go go go......cmon richy we need you

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:17 PM CDT reply actions  

I hate
Corey Hart.

by JakeH on Sep 17, 2007 7:17 PM CDT reply actions  

double by the Fonz
and also by Hart..only he makes the Brewers score two runs..
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:17 PM CDT reply actions  

high tops
you cant tell his pants are covering them, he just grounded out, so so to third

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

I HAVE A QUESTION....ANYONE?
I remember 2 or 3 years ago a very promising young, tall, longer-haired multi-position (and a pitcher?) prospect signing with the Cubs out of college for some millions....

Anyone know who I'm talking about, what his name is and what happened to him?

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:18 PM CDT reply actions  

I think your'e talking about the guys from Notre
Dame.  He was a receiver and I believe is now in AA.
I don't think it was a couple years old, I think it was this year or last year.  He is very tall and does have long hair.  Long story since I can't remember his name.  He's now a pitcher on the Cubs minor league team.
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 17, 2007 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

CC - did you see m y question post above?
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

derrick lee
dlee on first so so at third cmon aram......

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Young pitcher
are you toalking about Jeff Szmardizzaadsa  SORRY CANT SPELL THAT name he spent the year between Daytona and West Tenn in the minors I believe

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:21 PM CDT reply actions  

He's not multi-position...
...unless you want to count wide reciever.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 17, 2007 7:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

unless you want to count wide reciever
LOL!

Yeah...That sounds about right...
What happened to him?
Is he still in the Cubs org.?

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh him
Ya I knew about him.  You threw me off with that 2-3 years ago comment, because I am pretty sure it is his first year.  He got moved up to AA at some point this year, although I remember thinking his numbers didnt seem so hot.

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

threw me off with that 2-3 years ago comment
I was pretty sure it was fall of 2005 that he signed....

Maybe I'm REALLY losin' it, eh?   :-)

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Jeff Szmardizzaadsa
Thanks Les.

That name kinda sounds sorta familiar...
The guy I remember knew he was good looking, had a real confidence about him and I believe he even played football too...?

That about right?

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

he was a Wide Receiver at Notre Dame
He didn't sign all that long ago though, think last winter.  Only a pitcher but it probably is the Football thing that made think multiple positions.
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Sep 17, 2007 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

Football thing that made think multiple positions
Yup.
Thanks DTJ....I was just curious if he's still with the Cubs?

Then I'll quit botherin' you guys...   hehehe

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

That's Samazardizja.
He made it all the way up to AA this year and pitched for the Smokies in their playoff run. He's still pretty raw and needs to develop better control -- his strikeouts aren't as high as they need to be for a guy with his makeup/projection.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 17, 2007 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

He's still pretty raw and needs to develop
I love the info-readiness here on BCB...
Thank you both very much for the info.

Just curious as to his status as I remember thinking that he landed a TON o'cash when he signed...

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

It was a major-league contract....
...think it may have even been a record for the round that it's in. So he's on the 40 man roster. Expect to see him next September for a cup of coffee if he continues to progress, if not a bit sooner.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 17, 2007 7:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

arroyo is
kid rock's brother.....darn it aram  ughhh....

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:22 PM CDT reply actions  

come on ramirez
gotta swing at that!!
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:22 PM CDT reply actions  

shoot
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:23 PM CDT reply actions  

wow that sucks
and the cubs continue to leave men on base...
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:23 PM CDT reply actions  

astros got
a guy on third 2 outs cmon carlso lee.....shoot ground out to the freakin pitcher

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Arghhhhh
these LOBs are killing me

by cubrandy on Sep 17, 2007 7:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Pretty standard inning as of late!
Too bad, always good to get on the board early.
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 17, 2007 7:25 PM CDT reply actions  

lob's
I swear im gonna have a heart attack....count em up two so far

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Both teams had chances
and both teams missed. It happens.

Lost in all the angst about the Cubs leaving 14 guys on base yesterday was that the Cardinals left 11, including loaded twice late. They could have just as easily blown open the game.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 7:26 PM CDT reply actions  

i hope
its not one of those nights, is it just me or does this umpre have a huge zone tonight?

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Good thing is....
...Hill is red hot tonight.
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:27 PM CDT reply actions  

yep
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hope there
aren't 1 or 2 Cubs left on base every inning. That will make my anxiety far worse than it has been for the last couple of weeks. Dear Cubs, Please help Rich Hill out. He is pitching like a Rock Star out there!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions  

damn, rami has to get that run home.
meanwhile, hill looks nasty and the ump is calling the high breaking ball. good signs.

i'd like to see the cubs put up about thirty runs this series.

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

by buckmulligan on Sep 17, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions  

let's get some runs boys!!!!!!!!!!!
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 17, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions  

3 up....
...and 3 down for Hill
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Ks
Peavy, Harang, Webb, Smoltz, HILL, Z!!!

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:29 PM CDT reply actions  

astros announcer
man i cant listen to this guy its like watching a flower competition

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:30 PM CDT reply actions  

was that inning
under ten pitches?  love to see that.

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 17, 2007 7:30 PM CDT reply actions  

DeRo
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Hill has got to have some of the
worst run support in the league?  de ro a single here we go again, get him home fellas

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Okay....lead off man = plated run this inning...
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Hopeso
it didnt last inning.  Of course that means we are due!  :)

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

it's also nice
to play against an outfield that doesn't catch EVERYTHING

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 17, 2007 7:32 PM CDT reply actions  

come on jj!
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 17, 2007 7:32 PM CDT reply actions  

wind
is blowing out tonight bronson better get that stuff........arghhh JJ why do you put me through this

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:33 PM CDT reply actions  

bullshit
The Astros are starting rookie scrubs against the Brewers.  Don't they know there's a pennant race?
------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Sep 17, 2007 7:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Doh!
oh JJ no strike outs
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:34 PM CDT reply actions  

His GIDP rate...
...makes me not complain too much about his strikeout there. Could've been worse.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 17, 2007 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

OK, two on ...
But since the pitcher is due up, don't spaz out if no runs score.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 7:34 PM CDT reply actions  

guy with hte pink hat
that guy ......kendall yes base hit great ok richt little self help time

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Good job Kendall
now try to keep your D from stinking it up tonight.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:35 PM CDT reply actions  

Hill's bunting form is
soooooooooooooo bad.  Hands close together at the middle of the bat, and stabbing motion?  I mean can you have any WORSE form?

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:36 PM CDT reply actions  

ok could be worse
ughhh so yeah the guy behind the plate is great very animated, come on so so

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:36 PM CDT reply actions  

C'mon Alf
there's guys on base...
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 17, 2007 7:37 PM CDT reply actions  

jeebus
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 17, 2007 7:37 PM CDT reply actions  

damnit guys
your in a pennant race, act like it!!
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:38 PM CDT reply actions  

These guys leaving RISP
is like DA Bearsss falling down offensively yesterday in the second half yesteday...

(sigh)

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

did I mention yesterday?? :-)
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

BL,
did you see my post to you above?
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

scoll up darlin'... :-)
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

I did.
Thanks.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sue - are you on AOL by chance?
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

LOB
are annoying.  But complaining about it is like whining at the dice thrower at a craps table for not throwing more 8s or something.

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

2 innings, 4 LOBs
c'mon guys.....please don't try to keep that pace up tonight. pllllllleeeeeeeaaase.

by cubrandy on Sep 17, 2007 7:39 PM CDT reply actions  

Some runs would
be nice one of these innings. For the Cubs that is.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:39 PM CDT reply actions  

ok this runners left on base thing has to end
ive seen enough of this shit, someone get a big hit or were not gonna win this game
Bring back the damn cowbell!

by CubsBall2202 on Sep 17, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions  

It is so irritating
usually to watch Rich Hill bat. I see 10 yr olds playing park dist softball with a more aggressive and strong swing.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions  

agreed
and seconded on the lob thing this is freakin insane

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:42 PM CDT reply actions  

I found the Brewers game
on Dish Network on one of the sports alt channels by mistake. So I can flip between the Cubs, Brewers and Cards games. pretty awesome. Sure wish the Astros would put a whoopin on the Brewers.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:42 PM CDT reply actions  

ross is slow
gett him at home...and bob brenley just read my mind

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:43 PM CDT reply actions  

ruh-roh....is Hill hurt?
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:44 PM CDT reply actions  

crapola
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:45 PM CDT reply actions  

crapski!
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:45 PM CDT reply actions  

ughhh
takes one to win anyway cmon richhy god i hope he is ok

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions  

damnit
maybe the cubs should take tips from the reds who obviously know how to hit with runners in scoring position....see its plays like these that *** piss me off because the cubs had alot of oppertunities to score, fail, and the reds get one oppertunity and take it..
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions  

not a good start to the night.
bad thoughts. someone say something positive.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 17, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions  

There are six innings left.
A lot of time to score for the Cubs.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Don't have TV
Why did the trainer visit Hill?
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions  

something isnt right
he's been all over the place since lou and the trainer came out

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh boy
if Rich isn't hurt, God willing he's not, he has lost his concentration. Come on Rich, go to your happy place....
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:47 PM CDT reply actions  

Yep, game over
1-0 in the third inning. Turn out the lights.

Some of you are absolutely pathetic, not that it needs reiterating.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 7:47 PM CDT reply actions  

nobody said the game is over
but if there's a negative trend that's continuing from the previous series, and people are concerned about it, they're more than allowed to voice their opinions.

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 17, 2007 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Well, you obviously can't help reiterating it.
Don't you get tired of posting the same thing every game?  If it bugs you that much, don't read it.  Just enjoy the game they way you want to and leave others to do what they want.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Amen
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 17, 2007 7:59 PM CDT up reply actions  

hey Not Bruce
we are fans this is what we do, I have full confidence in the team comin back just too many lobs man too many

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:48 PM CDT reply actions  

'This is what fans do'?
Making references to having more hits than the "winning" team when there are more than six innings left to play?

No, fans don't do that. At least not the fans I know.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 7:49 PM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe not, but
some of them are proving to the world that they're irrational manic-depressives.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

You'll get nowhere with him.
Save your energy.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

All right....ALL YOU GUYS.....
KNOCK IT OFF ALREADY!

The Cubs are up 3-1 and all is right in the world.

Gad-zooks!   hehehehe

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

whew!
way to get out of it Hill!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:49 PM CDT reply actions  

It's always fun to watch Griff stike out
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 17, 2007 7:49 PM CDT reply actions  

The guy's in a ridiculous slump
right now. I don't think you'd like to see him in blue.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 7:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Uh.... no
Floyd and Murton together have outhomered and outhit Griffey since the All-Star break.  I'm happy with our RF situtation as is, it's cheaper AND better.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 7:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Please score runs please
Also who said that the Astros are starting rookie scrubs?

Ty Wigginton is batting 7th with a .316 AVG while Berkman rested yesterday but is in the lineup today.  Were you being sarcastic?  I certainly hope so.  Saying things like that just makes all Cub fans look bad.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 7:51 PM CDT reply actions  

No it doesnt
It makes one Cub fan look bad.  If people wanna generalize from one fan, well making that mistake is up to them.

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Still
Brewers 2 Astros 0 bottom of the 3rd. Lets hope thats all the more the Brewers score and the Astros put on a show.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:51 PM CDT reply actions  

cmon riot
we need you to get hot man gotta get some on for me to complain some more

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:51 PM CDT reply actions  

1 pitch, 1 out for theriot
whatever happened to patience at the plate?
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Might need to move
him back to the 8 hole. He's 2 for his last 27.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 17, 2007 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Theriot
He WAS in the 8 hole.  I still dont know why they moved him back up.

WAY TO GO CLIFFY!!!!  UNCLE CLIFFY FOR MAYOR!!!  UNCLE CLIFFY IS GONNA TAKE US TO A FREAKING TITLE!!!

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

so apparently our offense is deciding to quit
meh...its so frustrating...
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:52 PM CDT reply actions  

This is how it's been all year
If this team makes the playoffs, it will be in spite of the offense, not because of it.  That's been clear for a while now.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 7:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's the 3rd inning
Two batters not getting hits does not an offense slump make.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

well
I know floyd is playing better but he is no griffey

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:53 PM CDT reply actions  

come aram
get a hanger and put it on the street

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:53 PM CDT reply actions  

2 run homer right here
come on Cliff!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:54 PM CDT reply actions  

nice call!!!
"Prince Fielder Dies Of Inside-The-Park Homerun" - The Onion

by DTJchris on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

Quick, give me
the lotto numbers for tomorrow night.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

the matchups
for us and the brewers in the coming weeks are demoralizing!

by astroview on Sep 17, 2007 7:54 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah, for the Brewers
They have eight games left against Atlanta and San Diego. Would you rather the Cubs had that schedule?

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 17, 2007 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

cmon floyd
aghhh shoot floyd youll be ok we need ya man

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Geez....now FLOYD too???
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:55 PM CDT reply actions  

if i were floyd
id wait for one of these weak get me over curves inside and hit it to cincy

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:56 PM CDT reply actions  

Ummmm
No one left on base now!

by JakeH on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions  

No one on base?
Man why can't we move the runners along anymore?  We rely on the HR ball too much lately!  

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

CLIFF!!!!!!!!!!!!! 2-1
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions  

woohoo!
and patience at the plate pays off big here! Way to go Cliff!!!!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah the offense REALLY quit
Who said Griffey would look really good in blue right about now?!

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions  

Maybe the Cubs should foul more painful balls
off their legs....
Seems to produce results!    LOL
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions  

I called it I called it
I wish you all could see me right now my girl is looking at me like I have a problem.......I do

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions  

That ball was SMMOOOOKED!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 17, 2007 7:58 PM CDT reply actions  

finally some offense!!!!
2-1 Cubs!!!
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:58 PM CDT reply actions  

I stand
correct Cliffy you are my hero

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 7:58 PM CDT reply actions  

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

by buckmulligan on Sep 17, 2007 7:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Back ta back JACKS!!!
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

I love
Office Max!!!

by JakeH on Sep 17, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

finally we score with runners on
 
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

Exactly What I thought
My first thought was I wonder who is a $1000 richer.

by Madison Cub Fan on Sep 18, 2007 2:31 AM CDT up reply actions  

DeRosa goes yard. 3-1
WOOOOOHOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions  

anyone think jones can do it?
 
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 8:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Theme of the night:
WORK THE COUNT.  Arroyo is all over the place, work the count, get your pitch and drive it.  PLEASE.
2007 Badger Football - 1-0

by Schwa on Sep 17, 2007 8:01 PM CDT reply actions  

oh boy
Brewers score. barf
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 8:02 PM CDT reply actions  

3-0 brewers
geez,  watching fielder run is like watching the fat girl chase you around the play ground in 4th grade

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Brewers are throwing Gallardo
so you have to figure they probably win.  Let's just take care of our business.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

true
Gallardo is their only other ace. But that Houston pitcher, Albers, is a scrub. 8.10 ERA vs. Milk this year.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 17, 2007 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sure you figure
Then you remember he's a rookie and even if he throws a six inning gem, their bullpen is Turnbow, Linebrink, Shouse, Wise, and Cordero.  Then you remember that Ray King is in there too because those guys were so bad they thought Ray King would be a good addition.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

True
and funny.  Ray King looks like he ate another reliever or two.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah and the joke could be on us
If I were putting money down, I'd bet on the Brewers at this point, but no lead is safe with the Brewers.  With the Cubs, not the case unless it's the 9th inning, non save situation and Dempster is in.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

the fat girl chase you around the play ground
Hey!
YOU had one of those TOO??!!

LOL!

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

I hope the 2
home runs put everyone in a more positive frame of mind.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 8:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Tape Measure
Anyone hear the distance for Cliffy and DeRo?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 17, 2007 8:03 PM CDT reply actions  

positive
oh we're positive, we just are using this site to vent and cheer with each other, strike 3 yeahh  richyy that six k's

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Brewers up 4 - 0
Astros aren't even putting up a fight.  They've already packed it in for the season.
------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Sep 17, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Either that or . . .
they're a bad team getting beaten by a better one.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 8:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

They scored 15 runs yesterday I believe
It was against the Pirates and Berkman didn't even play.  

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

brewers 4 now
astros look like someone peed in there cherios tonight,  ughhh

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Come on Hill, settle down baby!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 17, 2007 8:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Hey Hawk!
Don't ya just love how Seattle TV made ya watch the Oakland / Denver game yesterday instead of DA Bearsss?

:-)

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

lol Yeah I can't
stand watching the Broncos. I'm originally from MT. So i've always had to watch those bastards.
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 17, 2007 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

So i've always had to watch those bastards
Well I sat down with my lunch, beer in hand, and watched the whole Bearsss game...

I keep giving you the chance....

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

I refuse
to say that the brewers are better than any team, i know they are but for these two weeks I want them to be the worst team ever

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:07 PM CDT reply actions  

It's no great complement
to call a team better than the Astros.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 8:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

reds
are trying to mess with hill strik out number 7, hill needs to stop worrying about the runners

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Big Strike out Hilly!! Good job!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 17, 2007 8:08 PM CDT reply actions  

i seriously
have no idea why the astros even showed up tonightif any of you are watching it you know what I mean, 5-0

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:09 PM CDT reply actions  

you would think
the theory about a team not in contention playing better ball because the pressure is off would apply here, but it's not lookin that way.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

playing better ball because the pressure is off
SHHH!

Don't tell 'em that!   :-)

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

ksreed obv isnt watching the game
Berkman's eyes are half-open at first.  They're pitching a rookie tomorrow and a near-rookie after that.  Somebody obv hates the cubbies.
------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Sep 17, 2007 8:11 PM CDT reply actions  

kendall is two for two
Guess maybe that's why he's in tonight....
"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh boy
The Rich Hill bunting experience gets another show

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 8:13 PM CDT reply actions  

yea Kendall
way to get on base!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 8:13 PM CDT reply actions  

the astros announcers sound
like bob u in major league..............WHAT THAT IS HORRIBLE!!

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:14 PM CDT reply actions  

guy's a foot of the bag.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 17, 2007 8:15 PM CDT reply actions  

How exactly
does that work? It was so obvious, well to everyone but the ump
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

That was horseshit, he was a mile off second base.
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 17, 2007 8:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Value of the squeeze
Not only does the runner go to 2nd, but you don't have your pitcher standing out there.  He can rest on the bench instead.  Can pitchers still wear jackets on the basepaths?  I remember seeing that all the time when I was younger but I can't remember the last time I've seen it lately.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 8:16 PM CDT reply actions  

That shows
how Lou feels about Hill's bunting skills. Normally there's no way he's swinging away in that situation.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 17, 2007 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

alright
this stuff with hte umps has got to stop two in a row !!!!!!!!!!!!

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:16 PM CDT reply actions  

If that is Cedeno or Fontenot
that would be a different call at second.  Phillips got that call on reputation.  That is BS.  Make the right call. Period.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 17, 2007 8:16 PM CDT reply actions  

ugh
who's paying the umps tonight? the dairy council of wisconsin???
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions  

milwaukee is starting to blow out Houston
gotta win this game tonight..
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 17, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions  

What is with the blues tonight?
Seen at least half a dozen questionable calls so far going Cincy's way
------ TheRiot Squad ------

by RightFieldSucks on Sep 17, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions  

As long as we win
and it evens out in a close game for us later, no sweat, but yeah regardless, they should be making the right call.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 17, 2007 8:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

riot
where ohh where has your patience gone my friend?

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions  

the dairy council
dropped the umps off in cow drawn carriage

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:19 PM CDT reply actions  

lol!
I am such a visual person. I can picture this well.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 8:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

Oh how I wish
I had made the cut on the 7th Inning Stretch Contest! I voted for Lindsay she was good and not fakey or just yelling.
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 8:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Kid Rock
seriously I know Arroyo is from Florida but dud cut your friggin hair

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:21 PM CDT reply actions  

cmon hopper,,,ughhh
shoot that was a tough play, cmon richhhyyy

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:22 PM CDT reply actions  

dammit
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 8:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Brewers 5 hits 5 runs. Pretty good, but
our turns coming soon.  We're going to get hot the rest of the season.  
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 17, 2007 8:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Damn what happened??
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 17, 2007 8:23 PM CDT reply actions  

richhy
cmon man we need you tonight, soriono goes after that if he's 100%

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Not able to watch
Does Hill have anything tonight?
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 17, 2007 8:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah, he does have 7 K's
but he's been a little wild.
"Marmol has become a cult favorite among Cubs fans due to the combination of velocity and movement in his pitches and the wicked awesomeness he displays."

by vtcub on Sep 17, 2007 8:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Come on Rich
you can do it.
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 8:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Just once
Can we have a pitcher throw a dominate game?  Not this walking a tight rope game after game.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)

by cubfred on Sep 17, 2007 8:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Not this walking a tight rope game after game
Welcome to September pennant race baseball.

:-)

"The decline of society is rampant...Cubs winning the WS in '07 will make everything right again."

by Bluelou on Sep 17, 2007 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Why does Rich
gets so worked up when the runners get on, Wuertz is getting ready

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:25 PM CDT reply actions  

He came with it,
but boy is he a bit shakey now. Get out of this mess Rich!
fly your W flag Cubs fans!

by love the ivy on Sep 17, 2007 8:26 PM CDT reply actions  

he did for a while
now he just keeps grooving fastballs and struggling with the curve

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Where was that
the guy behind the plate with the pink hat says

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:26 PM CDT reply actions  

Time for DP!
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 17, 2007 8:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Rich
you got two strikes go and get the hitter, stop this crap

by Les Lancaster on Sep 17, 2007 8:27 PM CDT reply actions  

Higher!
He was getting em with hooks and high heat.  Now he is throwing hittable fastballs.

by californiachicagoan on Sep 17, 2007 8:28 PM CDT reply actions  

UGH!!
Shawn Johnson, Des Moines, IA, worlds greatest gymnast. 2007 All Around World Champ. GO SHAWN!!!!

by sue369 on Sep 17, 2007 8:29 PM CDT reply actions