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Open Thread: Cubs vs. Dodgers, Wednesday 9/5, 7:05 CT

Yelloncard_tiny by Al on in Game Threads Comment 651 comments

When the Cubs made their stirring comeback vs. the Astros on Sunday, some of you compared that game to this August 29, 1989 pennant race game, also against Houston.

What's happened since Sunday has begun to mirror 1989 in other ways, too. After that dramatic win, the Cubs lost six of nine ... and had their lead cut to half a game, just as it is now. That included blowing a 7-1, 7th-inning lead to the Cardinals on September 8.

The day after that the Cubs came from behind to tie in the 8th inning and won in dramatic fashion, 3-2 in 10, when Luis Salazar's double down the line in a light rain scored Andre Dawson from first base.

That was the first of a six-game winning streak, and the 1989 Cubs won 15 of their last 21 games. I trust we don't have to go through six losses to get to the hot streak that we need. Two is enough. Let's go increase that lead tonight.

 Today's Starting Pitchers
Ted Lilly
 T. Lilly
Cubs		 vs. Eric Stults
 E. Stults
Dodgers
13-7 W-L 1-2
3.89 ERA 4.23
146 SO 24
50 BB 11
24 HR 3
vs. LA -- vs. Cubs
Step it up, Ted Lilly, please. You've been good most of the year, but you haven't won in almost a month (since August 9). Lilly is 1-0 in three career appearances vs. the Dodgers, but with an unsightly 6.57 ERA, including this mediocre performance on May 25 at Dodger Stadium, in which he was yanked with the Cubs down 5-0, only to see them take an 8-5 lead and blow it.

Let's hope those days are long behind us. The only Dodgers who have more than six career AB vs. Lilly are two players who probably won't play today: Nomar Garciaparra (3-for-10) and Shea Hillenbrand (4-for-10).

I don't have much to say about Stults, who is yet another young lefthander who the Cubs have never seen before. When I hear his name I keep thinking of this actor, whose name sounds very similar.

Good news for Derrek Lee today -- he has been named the Cubs recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award, and will be one of the 30 (one for each team) finalists for the national Clemente Award. This award is given "to the Major League Baseball player who combines outstanding skills on the baseball field with devoted work in the community." Derrek is being recognized for his work on Project 3000. You can vote for D-Lee to win the national award by clicking here. (WARNING! That page starts playing a commercial without notice.)

Today's game is on two national channels -- WGN and ESPN -- and also at today's Mediacenter link.

MLB.com Gameday (2007 version)

MLB.com Gameday (2006 version)

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

MLB.com Gameday for the Pirates/Cardinals game (7:10 CT start)

Discuss amongst yourselves.

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Let's go get 'em
Congrads to D-Lee !!!

by coral on Sep 5, 2007 4:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Start of strong
Lets get this kid in the stretch and put a couple crooked numbers up.
Hey.....Cubs win!!!

by Hammer on Sep 5, 2007 4:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Can't be beat by one guy
recently it's been one guy, usually not the superstar, that's beaten the Cubs. Be it Corey Hart, or Hunter Pence, or Matt Kemp with his 4 almost 5 hits last night. Seems like there's always one guy they don't read the scouting report on. Let's not see that tonight. Shut 'em all down!

Let's hear Steve Goodman sing tonight!!!!

by CubFaninNY on Sep 5, 2007 4:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Gotta win tonight
 and tomorrow, really.Losing 3 of 4 at home in September in the middle of a pennant race to an evenly mediocre team as the Dodgers, would be a tough pill to swollow and barring another scuffle, the team's moral would be in the tank.

 Getting swept, would be disasterous.

 I actually have a good feeling about tonight's game however. Cubs are gonna pull it out tonight.

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 4:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow...
The Dodgers came in with a .5 game better record than the Cubs and they play in the West where everyone is over .500 except the "Gints." Do you want to take back that "mediocre" line...just for karma tonight? Believe me, I HATE the Dodgers, but for a Cub fan to call them mediocre is a bit odd. Either way, GO CUBS!!!! Kick butt tonight!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

No I don't, but thank you.
 Dodgers are an absolutely mediocre Offense and an underachieving and inconsistent starting rotation.

 Even HOF Orel Hershiser just said when talking about the 2007 LA Dodgers "a mediocre team, fighting for it's life."

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 9:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

We need a streak
Enough with this win one-lose one-win two-lose two nonsense; I agree with Al - let's do something this team hasn't done since June - win 6 straight.

Like Al says, there is no reason why they can't start tonight on National TV.

Let's do it Ted!

And please, no double plays tonight either!

by JFCubFan on Sep 5, 2007 4:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Lineup...
soriano lf
derosa 2b
lee 1b
ramirez 3b
murton rf
monroe cf
soto c
cedeno ss
lilly p

by seang03 on Sep 5, 2007 4:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

all RH lineup
I seem to remember this not working vs. the Astros, and the Houston announcers mentioning that Lou should've stuck in at least ONE LH bat, just to shake it up a bit. I guess didn't hear the game.....

by CubFaninNY on Sep 5, 2007 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I realize Lilly bats LH
That's not what I meant.....

by CubFaninNY on Sep 5, 2007 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

This won't work...
...it has 2 runs written all over it

by seang03 on Sep 5, 2007 4:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Monroe...
....BOOOOOOOOOOOOO.

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't believe the all RH bat
lineup against LH pitchers has ever worked. Why does Lou keep trotting this out??? Very strange. Does anyone recall it ever coming up a winner?
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oh no!!!!!
Not Cedeno!

Puke.

1-RUN GAMES = 19-20 | EXTRA INNINGS = 2-7 | HOME = 37-35 | updated on 9/5

by SackMan on Sep 5, 2007 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I didn't even notice Cedeno
 Was too busy puking.

 Ughh, what a terrible and catastrophic lineup.

 I take back my previous good feelings about tonight's game and a Cubs W.

 It's gonna be nearly impossible to win with this lineup. Lilly has to pitch one of his best games of the year tonight.

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's finally happened
People are throwing in the towel before the first pitch is even thrown.

Give yourselves a hand. God knows you deserve it.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 5:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm not saying we can't win...
with this lineup, but if Ronny Cedeno does ANYTHING tonight that bears any resemblance at all to playing baseball I'll be shocked.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I am really tired of you.
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 5:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

then, why come here?
it seems you like to complain and nag at folks in the same way that they like to complain about the cubbies.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I could ask the same of you, buck
Why come here to make pre-emptive angst loads?

I guess this isn't the place for intelligent baseball conversation. (Much as Al tries to make it so.) Some of you would rather it be a psychotherapy ward.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 5:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Absolutly right....
You can't have intelligent baseball conversations with people who disagree on things.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hope the sarcasm font
was working on that post, santo.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 6:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

A public service announcement...
from Not Bruce...

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

well said
what is wrong with you people?  All doom and damn gloom.  Take a step back.  We're in first place.  We're in a playoff chase.  You're ready to give up on tonight hours before the game starts.  Baseball's funny sometimes, you can throw out your best offensive lineup sometimes and get 2 runs, then the next night you throw something completely different out there and get 7.  You just dont know.

I for one am glad Soto's starting tonight.  Cedeno too.  Lets' get a damn win, eh?

Quade!

by mikew on Sep 5, 2007 6:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cedeno
I'm not sure that I ever like seeing that name in the lineup, but at least Lou was smart enough to do it with a fly ball pitcher on the mound.  Also, at least Lou doesn't have him batting second like last time.

I would like to see one LHB in the 5 or 6 spot just to make the pitcher "change lanes".

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

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 6:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Monroe in CF?
is this a joke?  I thought Lou said he was going with the 'speedy' lineup.. What's next.. Ward at SS??
Strikeouts are boring - besides that, they're fascist. Throw some ground balls. More democratic.

by seanlovescubs on Sep 5, 2007 4:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

man, i hope soto
hits like ankiel or braun today.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 5:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Not possible.
Apparently, Iowa actually plays in A ball. But lists themselves in AAA. Hence everyone on the roster hitting over .350.
1-RUN GAMES = 19-20 | EXTRA INNINGS = 2-7 | HOME = 37-35 | updated on 9/5

by SackMan on Sep 5, 2007 5:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's not a speed lineup.
n/t
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 5, 2007 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Al mentioned the 3-2 win against StL on 9-9-89
and it was every bit as dramatic and jubilant as he says.  Matter of fact, it is my all-time favorite Cubs game.  I just wish it was included in the DVD pack that came out this year!

by SecondSon on Sep 5, 2007 4:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hammer
Agreed a 4-6 game winning streak would feel nice. GO CUBS
Hey.....Cubs win!!!

by Hammer on Sep 5, 2007 4:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

God Bless Lou...
but that lineup is scary..

I hope I am wrong....

Time to score some runs!

Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 4:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

and it's not exactly a speed lineup either.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 4:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It seems like
every time lately that the team seems ready to fall off the cliff, they turn it around. Hopefully, today is another instance.

What's troubling has the failure of both Zambrano and Lilly to be stoppers. That has to stop.

Stults was called up from Las Vegas but didn't pitch against the Iowa team although he was used as a PH. His WHIP in Vegas was atrocious, 1.97, although he had most of his trouble pitching at home there. Las outing he only threw 4.2 innings, giving up 5BB. He seems best suited for pitching in LA as he is a flyball pitcher. He's primarily a reliever who shouldn't go over 5 innings so if we are patient, we can get into middle relief against the Dodgers.

Hopefully Lilly shuts down LA early and we take a lead for once. Our end of game relievers are rested so there is no reason to lose this game.

It's not too late to go to Soto

by tharr on Sep 5, 2007 4:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yesterday
 we saw what we can expect in the playoffs. Teams are going to run on us with Kendall behind the plate. Let's hope Soto throws a few guys out today.
It's not too late to go to Soto

by tharr on Sep 5, 2007 4:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hello Soto
Go Cubs!!!

(And, yeah, that lineup is kinda scary. But what the hell...)

Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 4:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

T -E - A - M
Let's play like one tonight!!

GO CUBS!!!

I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 4:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

It's Raining on the South Side
Is it raining in Wrigleyville?
"Harlem Furniture......You'll like our style!"

by Imtrejo on Sep 5, 2007 4:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

It's drissling by the lake on the North side
1-RUN GAMES = 19-20 | EXTRA INNINGS = 2-7 | HOME = 37-35 | updated on 9/5

by SackMan on Sep 5, 2007 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I have worship team practice...
at my church tonight so I won't be able to watch the game! That's what DVR's are for I guess. Keep them honest tonight NBF!!!! Go CUBS!!!!!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 4:52 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

WHY????
You think God cares about the Cubs? I don't.

But I take some solace in the fact that

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

well, that doesn't make a lot of sense
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 5:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

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

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 5:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Now that...
...is beautiful!

by MN exile on Sep 5, 2007 5:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What's your worship team's record?
And where are we in the worship season? : )

by TR on Sep 5, 2007 5:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Don't tell Not Bruce...
but we happen to be 35-0 this season...

we only have 17 more sundays to go to be a perfect 52-0!!!

We've clinched home field advantage and a first round bye!

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well, then,
you shouldn't be so sour, now, should you?

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 5:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm not sour about our worship team...
each of us has a role and we practice and perform up to the expectations expected of us. The cubs on the other hand...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

what exactly is a worship team?
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 5:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Fancy name for...
the band that plays the music for our Sunday services at church
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Monroe in CF with Murton in RF?
Let's hope for no center/right field gappers.

Jones and Theriot needed a rest though.  I can't remember the last time those guys had a day off, certainly not together.  Love seeing the Pacific Coast League MVP in the lineup!  

If we play an American League team, should Zambrano hit for himself, Blanco at C and Kendall DHs?

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 5, 2007 4:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ward should probably dh.
the big fella normally gives solid at bats. in fact, i wish he was starting at first tonight. dlee could use a day off, and ward is a tough out; he'd be a good left-handed bat in the lineup.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 4:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Favorable pitching matchup today...
especially since LA doesn't hit many homers and Lilly's a flyball pitcher.
SORIANO! YESSSSSSSS! JIMBO!!!

by CubFaninCA on Sep 5, 2007 5:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Pie
What does Felix need to do to play a game? When was his last start?
You can't quiet THE RIOT

by TipsyMcStagger on Sep 5, 2007 5:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

My guess is he'll need to do better...
than this...

              OBP   SLG   AVG
Cedeno    .164  .255  .118
Monroe    .304  .300  .200

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah
Now that I think about it, Monroe and Murton shouldn't be starting in CF/RF on the same day.  If we are going to be putting Murton out there in RF, Pie should be starting in center to make up for Murton.

by IllinoisCubs on Sep 5, 2007 5:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Um.
It's called a platoon split. Pie can't hit lefties. Nobody can hit lefties on this team. That's why we're running out this lineup.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 5, 2007 5:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

On the other hand...
I really like DeRosa at #2.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 5:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

so
you think espn will actually show the game or will they run espn news
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 5:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Bedwetters Unite!!
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 5:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Pathetic Lineup!!!
Wow!!! What did Theriot do to deserve being replaced by Cedeno???? Monroe and Murton!!!! Yucky....and a national TV audience gets to see us score even fewer runs!!!! Not impressed with Lou's thinking here!!! Gonna go vomit and the maybe watch our Double A lineup struggle against a rookie pitcher. Onward to 2nd Place!!!!

by razzpunk on Sep 5, 2007 5:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I have seen this before from stupid as a fox
managers like Piniella. He is saying to his team I have confidence in everyone here. He is also saying that some players need some rest and some players need some opportunity.

Monroe...show us now how you played in Detroit.
Soto...show us how you won that MVP in AAA
Cedeno show us how you hit .350 in AAA.

Cubs also cannot win by one player here, they have to win by a team. Lilly will have to pitch smart tonight. But I bet by the 5th inning the Cubs have knocked out the young lefty (BTW Cubs are 12-0 in their last twelve in facing rookie pitchers.)

Then LA will bring in their RH bullpen and Piniella will begin his double switches....Jones, Pie, maybe even Blanco.

Milw-09-24-98--Brown in for defense--bases loaded--flyball--HE DROPPED THE BALL!!!NO NO NO, cubs lose 8-7

by Ivy Walls on Sep 5, 2007 5:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

If the experiment works good for Lou....
but is it really time to put that lineup on the filed in the thick of a race? And why no Theriot??? Is this the speed lineup....don't think so!

by razzpunk on Sep 5, 2007 5:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Theriot
needs a day off.  He's been playing every inning of every game for a while now.  The Cubs have a day game tomorrow so today was as good a time to rest him as any.  

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 6:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I agree!
Every time the BCB posts HATE the line up, it usually is a winner. But I did ask (above) has the all RH line up (against LH pitchers) ever been a winner? I don't recall it ever working...but of course now that we are past 9/1 we do have RH bats on the bench for pinch-hitting late in the game. BTW, I am not complaining about Lou's strategy, just asking if anyone knows about Lou's success with this. I know Brenly prefers to mix 2 a couple of LH bats to keep the LH pitcher off-balance. Anyway...we are WAY OVERDUE in giving our starter a fat lead. Let's score early and often!!!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 6:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm not sure how often
he's used it. What is this, maybe the second or third time? Probably too small a sample size to evaluate.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 6:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

OK.
Let's just kick ass and take names on Sgt. Stultz and get him mumbling to himself, "I know nothing!' That is an old Hogan's Heroes line for you youngsters... http://www.angelfire.com/pa/hoganshero/images/nothing.jpg
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 6:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Eric Stultz

can bake 20-minute brownies in 10 minutes.  He's that good.

by salparadise23 on Sep 5, 2007 5:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

As a team...
we are hitting .250 vs. LHP this year. The strange thing is, it's only .003 off of last years .253 avg. I don't recall the outcries of failing to hit lefties last year. Of course the outcries against Dusty may have just overshadowed everything else.

CHC VS. LHP as a TEAM

2007 .250 (as of 9-4-07)
2006 .253
2005 .275
2004 .249
2003 .276
2002 .248
2001 .277
2000 .274
1999 .250

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 6:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The outcries were there last year...
they just fell in with a bunch of others.  When you lose 96 games, there's a lot to complain about.

by SouthernCub on Sep 5, 2007 6:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

There were outcries last year and in 2004
That's why HIGGY got the lefty BP pitcher job, when it was revealed they didn't have one.
Why does everybody stand up and sing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" when they're already there? ~Larry Anderson

by JohnM on Sep 5, 2007 6:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

OT: Cubs Desktop Wallpapers
Anybody know of any good Cubs desktop wallpaper to use? I've been searching for a while but haven't found much.
Eamus Catuli!

by sackings108 on Sep 5, 2007 6:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

This one is my current one...
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lineup
If Lee, Ramirez, and Soriano do what they're being paid a lot of money to do this offense will score runs.  If they don't, it won't.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 6:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

We're are..
5-31 when we score 2 or less...

but only 5-26 if you throw out the shutouts.

As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.

by santoswoodenlegs on Sep 5, 2007 6:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Messed up line up.
First of all, there's no speed in the line up.
Second, Murton in RF? Ughh!
Third, Monroe is Detroit's payback for Neifi.
Fourth, DeRosa can't bunt but he's 2nd? Ughh!
Fifth, Cedeño?! Need I say more?
All we need now is Ohman in relief and Pie in CF. (For all of you who are calling for Pie to play tonight, check his stats. Pie couldn't hit lefties in AAA, either and tonight's pitcher for the Dodgers is a lefty.)

Did we really need to rest everyone at once, Lou?

That being said, go Cubs! Let's play good baseball and win tonight... somehow?!

by Fraggin Judge on Sep 5, 2007 6:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm calling it right now
This lineup will score at least 7 runs.

Just to spin all of our heads around.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I like it Soto is in th elineup
he has to be better on D then Kendell, and should give us little more O then Hank White. Obviosly don't like seeing Cedano out there, I would rather see Fonty even though its lefty on the mound.

by DC Cubbie on Sep 5, 2007 7:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Kendall could have done that!
I don't remember Pierre being this energetic for us. Typical.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

pierre
i don't think that i recall him ever making that type of play as a cub...maybe it's a one year thing for an ex-cub going to the dodgers (nomar too)

by PrincetonCubs on Sep 5, 2007 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lots of damn foul balls so far
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Come on Lilly!!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thatta boy!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

K
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

wow Dodgers 50-13 when they score first
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, that was tense
But he got out of it.

I've got 50 cents in my pocket. Whoever breaks Pierre's legs can have it.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'd break those sticks for free
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Quandry
Do you watch the game on ESPN HD with the inept commentary or GN with Bob and Len?

by okiecubbie on Sep 5, 2007 7:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ESPN for me...
so I can actually sit on the couch and watch it
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

WGN of course
ESPN makes my ears bleed.

by mkacer on Sep 5, 2007 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

same here
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

HD wins every time
How many of you picking WGN have HD TV's??

by LT on Sep 5, 2007 7:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Solution
Video: ESPNHD
Audio: Pat and Ron via XM

Synchronize with Tivo.

¡BLANCO!

by 08Cubs on Sep 5, 2007 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

OMG
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

oops
maybe derosa needed a day off too

by PrincetonCubs on Sep 5, 2007 7:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DP number 9 of the series
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, that blew chunks of goo
At some point, the law of averages has to catch up...

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

LOL
I'll save it for later if needed.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

19 innings in this series
9 of them killed by a double play.  RIDICULOUS!!!

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 7:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

No way!
Double play!

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 7:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Good job Lee!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

1st pitch pop up by Ramy
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Fielder 3 run HR 1st inning.
Astros are just rolling over. Which is no surprise as they stink.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

If Bruce Miles checks in
If Bruce Miles checks in tonight can someone ask him if Barry Rozner is gone from the Herald?
This is going to be the fall and winter of our content in Chicago.

by cubstoseriesby100 on Sep 5, 2007 7:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Why don't
you email Bruce and ask him your self.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

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

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think it's
the way she repeats herself that gives her away.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good walk by Lee
By the way, the Red Roosters and the Jack Sparrows are delayed , while the Schlitzes are up 3-0 over the Ashholes

I would have giggled had Kent broken his hip or something. Old fart.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

why is d-lee the only guy taking pitches
off this crap lefty?  (i say this, and he will pitch a shutout of course)

by PrincetonCubs on Sep 5, 2007 7:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

COME ON -----
WILL SOMEONE PLEEEZZZZ TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!
I WILL SAY IT AGAIN -- TAKE A PITCH !!!

by ceegeewow on Sep 5, 2007 7:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Has anyone ever
Been wounded by a broken bat splinter? Those are dangerous, like little javelins flying around.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Reno 911
some funny shit.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lol that it is Sue
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Wow.
Monroe lollygagged on that one.

I realize Jones is the favored whipping boy, but he catches that.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

JJ would
have had that one.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Monroe isn't used to playing center though
he can't read the ball off the bat that well
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

WOoohooo!!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Great throw
Geo.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

And is he too good
To shag flies during BP?

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lol i have a feeling that he probably was
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

alright
It's cool to see a Cubs catcher throw out someone trying to steal. Cool and rare.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 7:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

that brewers lineup is just unstoppable at home.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 7:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

... And so, so bad
on the road.

How do you explain such a dichotomy?

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 7:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

sorry, fonzie
Monroe isn't going to bail you out like Jones did.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I will only be a rah rah tonight
to placate the anti-domm&gloomers that voiced their displeasure with me late last evening lol

GO YOU GD FREAKIN' CUBBIES!!!!!

Is that rah rah enuff????

;)

"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 7:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thats rah enough for me! lol
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:38 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Third batter out of five who swung at first pitch!
As just reported on ESPN.
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 5, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

woohoo Craig
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

This guy
has thrown 12 pitches and has 4 outs.

Good job Craig!

Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

On first pitch GIDP's
I will just say "darn! He just missed that one. Go get'em next time!"
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wouldn't expect anyone to be that rah..
Thatta boy Soto!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:42 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well, you know
sometimes just posting facts makes you a wrist slasher around here...wink wink
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Just havin' fun, my BSB friend!
Relax and enjoy a Cubs victory tonight...
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 8:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Indeed,
that would be dandy.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Oops
I meant BCB
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 8:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

DAYUM
That was a rocket shot off Monroe's bat.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

wow...espn showed fielder's hr
pence nearly had that, about 3 inches low on his reach

by PrincetonCubs on Sep 5, 2007 7:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice hit Soto 1-0
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

BANG!
All hail his Soto-ness!

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I like Soto, but Kendal is one of the
reasons we're in first place
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Kendall's had some key hits
And I like the guy... but I'd like to see Soto make us wonder why we traded Bowen and Blevins when a good catcher was already in the fold.

by Reddevil on Sep 5, 2007 7:47 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hooray!
We scored first!!
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 7:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

That throw was craptastic.
Nice job Sot.

by MiniAndretti on Sep 5, 2007 7:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Geez, whoda thunk...
...that the best hitter in the PCL could produce at the majors.
FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 5, 2007 7:43 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

No kidding.
I think the PCL stinks.  C'mon Cedeno is a .359 hitter.

by MiniAndretti on Sep 5, 2007 7:44 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

All 4 outs on 1st pitches!!!
Do we even have a batting coach or is Perry just a mannequin?  Alright a little life!  Soto shoulda been up months ago! LOL

by Itchy on Sep 5, 2007 7:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm not gonna get too excited...
But NICE for SOTO & MONROE!

FragginJudge - give the PROPS to Monroe tonight!

Gentlemen & Lady - Ronny Cedeno has a .116???

Is this possible?!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 7:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The short answer is no.
No, it is NOT possible for Ronny Cedeno to continue doing what he's been doing at the plate and have a .116 batting average over a large enough sample size. He hits his fair share of line drives, and has been spectacularly unlucky in limited playing time.

Or, you could listen to the grognards. "Dur, keep your stats away from my baseball! Ronny Cedeno sucks!"

Yeah. That's it.

FREE CARMEN PIGNATIELLO!

by cwyers on Sep 5, 2007 7:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What line drives?
Cedeño just hit short fly balls all night long.

by Fraggin Judge on Sep 6, 2007 12:37 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ha, ha
Unlucky.  That's a good one.  The excuse-making sinks to a new low.

by cubsbak on Sep 6, 2007 7:22 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I wasn't on line...
because I can't stand the comments during the game. But thanks for remembering me, Eman. No, I won't commend Monroe because I value defense too much. Lou's hand was forced, though, by Jones' and Pie's inability to hit lefties.

by Fraggin Judge on Sep 6, 2007 12:42 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Kendall has grown on me
after his early Cubs slump.

So what if he can't throw out my mom (she passed away, 2001).

I don't care!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I hate Joe West
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

joe west
takes his sweet ass time to call a strike

by PrincetonCubs on Sep 5, 2007 7:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Typical
bad Country Joe West K zone.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 7:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

That stros
pitcher is the ultimate scrub.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 7:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

he should not be playing center
not only is he not a centerfielder but he has only been a cub for a few weeks and has very little experience playing his rf position in wrigley, let alone centerfield.

by bennyha on Sep 5, 2007 7:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He should be playing in right field
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I think I'd rather have Murton in CF
Sweet Jeezum Crispus Attacks.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

KNOCK THIS GUY DOWN!
He stole money from us!

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I lost all respect for Landon Donovan
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:55 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

They planned that one!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice catch Ronny
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 7:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I've never in my life seen that before.
Holy s##t!
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 7:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

A-Ram & Ronny
were practicing that play during b/p.
:-)

by slide on Sep 5, 2007 10:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Can't say i've ever seen a play like that
one a line drive
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

It happened to Prior
When the ball fractured his elbow and Aram caught it for the out...not sure if that out was worth it though.

by snap on Sep 5, 2007 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good play by Cedeno
He had to have been distracted by the rolls of fat jiggling on Aramis' falling body

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

You mean the sound of the
muscles in his six pack flexing
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 7:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Brewers
thankfully play 13 of their remaining 24 on the road.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 7:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

BREAK HIS NECK, DERREK
Don't let him soil you with his money-grubbing, thieving hands!

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 7:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thatta boy DeRo!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DAMN! I thought that was gone!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

poop
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 8:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, we're getting good swings...
We also should be tagging up on Pierre. That little twerp couldn't throw a straight line across the street.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

We have one guy who can tag up from first.
And he is not DeRosa.

by MiniAndretti on Sep 5, 2007 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Come on Ramirez!!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

YESSS!!! No doubt about that one!!!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

YEAH BABY!!!!!
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

This kid was living dangerously
And Fatty made him pay!

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Please stop
calling the players names. That's just ridiculous.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 8:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's affectionate!
Look at him waddle around the bases! It's cute!

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He may be cute
but you are not.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 8:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

why
why do most cubs fans always talk about people being fat, it seems like thats all you guys talk about....Zambrano is fat, lou is fat, aram is fat

by Bigdogg2002 on Sep 5, 2007 8:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Zambrano isn't fat
But when they have the reunions 25 years from now, Zambrano (Assuming he isn't in a mental institution) will show up about 100 pounds over.

He's got Future Fat March written all over him.

Don't forget Randall Simon, Lenny Harris and Daryl Ward.

I love fat players.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:16 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

if at first you don't succeed
aramis will clean up for you.  BOOYAH

by PrincetonCubs on Sep 5, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ARAM!!!
SWEET!  Let's get some more!!

by Itchy on Sep 5, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yes!
phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 8:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

wow, just missed.
i hope lilly has a good inning in the 4th. need to keep them off the board.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 5, 2007 8:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Good AB by Matt, tho.
10 pitches. Run up that guys pitch count!
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 8:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's go Lilly!! Put em down
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

If anyone wants to see
Braun get thrown at in the Brewers game, you should put it on there now, after his first HR he stared the ball down and slowly walked out of the box, the astros looked pretty pissed, and berkman and asmus both said something to him about it as he went around the bases

by Bigdogg2002 on Sep 5, 2007 8:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Me too...
I really care about his safety and well being...

by cubs2234 on Sep 5, 2007 8:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

when braun
when he came to the plate, you could see that he was saying sorry to ausmus, and tell him "my bad"

by Bigdogg2002 on Sep 5, 2007 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lmao
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:18 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good job Lilly! Lets get some more runs boys!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

That's the Teddy
we know and love.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 8:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

That was a shitty called third strike
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Joe West is a pile of crap!
He's been screwing the Cubs for decades.

by Itchy on Sep 5, 2007 8:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Who do you Boo, pt. 3
Joe West - Check

Will Oh-Man! - Check

Stevie Eyre - On occasion

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 8:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He's HOT!!!!
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 8:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

BWAHAHAHAHAH
ERROR PIERRE!

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thatta boy Soto!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Sweet Soto!
And Pirates up 3-0 over the Cards!
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 8:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Is anyone listening to Pat and Ron
talking about peanuts?

nice hit for soto!

by cubs ftw on Sep 5, 2007 8:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

worst ever
after listening to these for what seems like my whole life, this is easily the worst conversation i've ever heard
"The Cubs are due in Sixty-Two" - Ernie Banks

by TimeForChili on Sep 5, 2007 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I really don't like Juan Pierre
And that's a big understatement.  And his oversized hat and undersized head annoy me.  Maybe I should see a shrink.

by zevkalman on Sep 5, 2007 8:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Will Cedeno ever be able to hit for average?
He sure struggles in the bigs.  Did pretty good in the minors.
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 5, 2007 8:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

If we ever get rid of him he'll turn into
the MAN!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

or not!
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lol or not
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

tonight's cub outfield...
...could very well be the worst one ever assembled.
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

that one was your fault! lol
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah, no kidding.
I HAVE POWERS!
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

teddy will get out of this.
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

murton...case in point.
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:28 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Soriano spits more than any human on
the face of the earth, he's like a sprinkler
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lmao
he's like a sprinkler
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

How many
key hits have Dodger pitchers had this series.  It seems like a lot.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 8:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

didn't we once want Pierre and Furcal?
looks like they have helped the Dodgers..
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 5, 2007 8:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Lou, can you please change the outfield
Every ball hit to the outfield makes my heart stop for a second.  Please!  Move Monroe to rf and put Pie in cf.  Please!

by zevkalman on Sep 5, 2007 8:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Mulder is batting in the 8th spot tonight
and got a hit!  Larussa seems to try different things.
What am I going to do when the season ends???

by Saratoga on Sep 5, 2007 8:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Larussa
is just getting lucky with doing that crap. No wonder why that team is below five hundred when their idiotic manager doesn't trust their hitter....
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 5, 2007 8:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i hate larussa...
...as much as zevkalman hates pierre.
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Time to punish Stults!!
Let's go Cubs!! Top of the order...please add on! I said "please"
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 8:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's get a couple
and make life a little easier tonight.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 8:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He swung at two ball fours
to strike out. Had he taken a walk, he would have scored easily on DeRo's double..Oh well..

by cubsnlinux on Sep 5, 2007 8:40 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

derosa!!
almost hit that one out!
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 5, 2007 8:39 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow i thought the circus came into town!!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

woohoo 4-1
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 8:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

a-rod...
just jacked his 47th & 48th, both in the 7th.
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:41 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Kemp launched that one!
Just like Sammy the Rockhead used to.

by Itchy on Sep 5, 2007 8:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

by the way,
nice job by lee to just take it the other way and drive in a run.  that was a solid hit.

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 8:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

You know Zambrano is mumbling to
himself, "why the f#@k couldn't they make that throw on Tuesday when I rounded third!"
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 8:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I mean Monday
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 8:43 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

LOL
That throw nearly killed their pitcher!

And we're probably lucky DeRosa didn't break his ankle, with all those stutter-steps.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:42 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

speaking of hating people....
I can not stand Eckstein for some reason he drives me f'ing crazy

by blueballs on Sep 5, 2007 8:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

he's very pesky....
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 8:45 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

we all knew a guy like that in school
and gave him wedgies. :-)
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i am now starting to hate
ankiel..
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 5, 2007 8:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

what one postional player...
...do you wish played for the cubs within the last 15 years?

i'll go with paul o'neill. not the greatest, but very, very solid in every aspect of the game and as resolute as any player i've ever seen.

 

"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

postional = positional
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

awesome.
chasing their starter in the 5th.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 8:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

o ....
and also ankiel!

by blueballs on Sep 5, 2007 8:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DeRo
What was DeRo saying (anyone that might be able to lip read). Scored the run but looked pretty pissed talking to Theriot...

by thegangler on Sep 5, 2007 8:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I just assumed he was
complaining about "Mini-Froemming" Joe West...

by thegangler on Sep 5, 2007 8:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I have a question ...
Is it illegal around these parts to call DeRo Mr. McDreamy?  He's definitely on my list of the handsome MVP--or Sixth Man--nominees on this year's team.

Sorry ... just had to release my girliness.  Back to our regularly scheduled Cub victory.

LRRF

"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 8:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lol my gf thinks the same thing
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

And ...
Don't forget the fact he was an Ivy League quarterback!  He is da man--even if he was brought up in Jersey.

LRRF

"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 8:50 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

DeRo is hot...
He's replaced a void that was left for me by Todd Walker...

by bleedhawkeyegold on Sep 5, 2007 8:49 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I agree ...
I always thought Walker handsome.  But Mr. McDreamy is a better player, thank goodness!

LRRF

"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 8:51 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Murton could blow it wide open
git r dun!
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 5, 2007 8:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn ...
He didn't.
"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 8:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'm not sure Quade
was much help during that adventure at third. Maybe that's why he's annoyed.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:48 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Astros
Hunter Pence is going to find a way to hit a 12 run home run, I just know it.
¡BLANCO!

by 08Cubs on Sep 5, 2007 8:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

aww what a bad call for the Murton k!
 
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 5, 2007 8:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, I'm totally over
The Ankiel feel good story.

OK, Matty, I love you, but that was just embarrasing.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

me
too but that homer he just hit was a monster shot
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 8:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He swung at it. Good call.
It pains me to say that about "Country" Joe West, but it's true.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 8:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

nice of mlb.tv
to randomly cut to commercial in the middle of the inning

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 8:52 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

and even nicer
to cut back in for the last pitch of the inning

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Murton
is so bad.  I can't believe Lou hit him 5th.  He should be hitting 7th in this lineup and 8th in any lineup that doesn't feature Cedeno or Fontenot.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 8:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

um...who deserves to be hitting ABOVE him?
if Theriot was in, he'd bat sixth at least..
Now that he is back, play Matt Murton!!

by Chanman25 on Sep 5, 2007 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

As can be inferred from my post
anyone except Cedeno or Fontenot.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 8:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I'll throw
Pie in there too.  Anyone except Cedeno, Fontenot, and Pie.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I don't get it
either.
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 8:54 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yep!
The Dodgers really are a good team.

But OH for a split with these LA Weenies!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 8:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Defense definetly...
affecting Monroe's plate appearances.

by Reddevil on Sep 5, 2007 8:54 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DeRosa is kinda cute
I mean, he's no David Aardsma... but still

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Aardsma ...
Was just okay in my book--but I tend to like guys with dark hair, dark eyes, and a certain intensity.

I guess that's because I've always been entranced by Jewish guys, though I'm not moved by Marquis' appearance.  Or his pitching from time to time!

LRRF

"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

HAs Cedeno gotten
a hit yet?
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 8:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

last hit
he got was in august. to be more specific, august 1st . . .

by CZ38 on Sep 5, 2007 8:58 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lou must have been logged into BCB
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice catch, Pie!
Lou listened to me (see above), and put Pie in center and moved Monroe to right.  Thanks, Lou, you saved my heart!

by zevkalman on Sep 5, 2007 8:57 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

How many pitches
is Lilly at?
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 8:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Okay
The Cubs have put 4 runs on the board.  I'm happy.  Pitching staff, do your thing!

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 8:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Orioles down 17-2
They'll get back in it with studs like Bynum, Patterson, Moore, and Bako in the lineup.  LOL  Talk about giving up!

by Itchy on Sep 5, 2007 8:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

It's a beautiful thing
to watch Pie play defense. I can't wait for this kid's bat to catch up.

By the way, the Blackbeards just hit a three-run homer to go ahead of the Red Pigeons 6-3.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 8:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

he is a delight to watch
pure instinctive talent at its best...
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 9:00 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Agreed!
Its like a fish in water.

When his bat catches up - watch out, NL!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good thing Pie was put in!!
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 8:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

when was the last time
the cubs scored 10 or more runs?  

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 8:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i know
we won 10-2 vs the rockies
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Aug 8
Beat the Mile Highs 10-2.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Sorry Aug 9
n/t
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think
it was in Colorado a few weeks ago.  If memory serves, Murton had a home run in that game!!

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

oh yeah
i remember that game.  i guess it just seems like other teams regularly get double digits, but we have those offensive outbursts so rarely

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

They scored 12
on Aug 16 to beat the Reds 12-4.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:04 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Amazing
If Pie wasn't out there now, it'd be 2 on and nobody out. Lou rules!
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 8:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

They are showng
Kevin Hart highlights.

Man, he throws some shit!

WOW!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 8:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Right On Lilly!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:00 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Dead Birds down 2-6
Now that's what I am talking about

by cubsnlinux on Sep 5, 2007 9:00 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Damn it ...
This darn team is so good at squandering opportunities ... what happened to their ability to score with two out?

Good to see Lilly settling down--but I don't trust a three run lead these days.

LRRF

"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:01 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm with you
Hog!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Uhh ...
Wooooo Pig Sooooooie?  What's funny is that I hate the Razorbacks; the only time I admit any allegiance to them is when I'm in a different state!  I finally broke down and bought a Razorback shirt to wear in Michigan--for some reason people are entranced by this state and become happily surprised that I actually wear shoes!

Still, this might be a fun year for Hog fans.  

But tonight's passion belongs to my Cubbies!

"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

HAHAHA!
Sorry!

Well - at least your taxes are very reasonable down there!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The law of averages, I guess.
We were too damn good in June and July.

by Itchy on Sep 5, 2007 9:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Cedeno!
= "No" hits
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Cedeno hates spending too much
time at the plate than what is absolutely necessary.

by cubsnlinux on Sep 5, 2007 9:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

ronny is stinky!
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

3 AB's
He's seen, what, 8 pitches? Is he worried someone won't save him a seat on the bench?
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I wonder
how many more chances are they going to give this kid?
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

If we go 15-10 starting tonight
we should be golden...
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i was lookin at the schedule...
...today and am of the same opinion.

15-10 should be enough.

"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 9:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

cant
we just designate ronny for assignment or something??
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He's serving his purpose tonight
tho, by giving Theriot a breather. But I'm impressed with Soto. That guy is gonna rake.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 9:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

i would've rather...
dero move to ss and fontenot, even though facing a lefty, play 2b.

doesn't matter now.

"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well - Fonty
hasn't had a hit since June.

Not that much better, unfortunately - he is in quite a slump.

IF the team makes it, its gonna be interesting to se if Fontenot will make the roster.

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yeah, i know...
fontenot isn't much of an upgrade over cedeno, but, nontheless he is an upgrade, and he doesn't look like a 13-yeard old girl as cedeno does.
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 9:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

They will burn
his options soon and then cut bait.

He just has not blossomed.

With Darby signed, the writing is on the wall for this guy if he can't get his act together soon.

Major disappointment.

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:09 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What?
A hyped up Cubs position-player prospect is a disappointment?  Stop the presses!

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It shows you the value of Spring Training
he tore it up this year.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

You mean...
this is not the ONLY ONE EVER?!

"HUH?"  (sucks in breath)

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Seems like we have more than our share
of "can't miss"ers that miss badly lol
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

GODDAMN PIE!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

it's really wierd
but somebody in the organization must really see something in ronny.  i can't imagine what, but that has to be the only reason he continues to play as a major league ballplayer

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 9:09 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He seems to be pretty good
in the minors. just can't seem to get over the hump in the Show.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:10 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I like Cedeno's glove at short though
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 9:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

really?
he reminds me rey ordonez(sp?) i think the catch off a-rams glove was harder than that grounder he dove for and it went under his glove. i was sick of him last year.
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

id
take izturis's "timely hitting" over ronny's never hitting anyday.
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:17 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lillly over 90 pitches
think this is his last inning?
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:12 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

whats with cub pitching with two outs?
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 9:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i'd prefer...
his glove sitting next to him, on the bench.

by thegangler on Sep 5, 2007 9:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

IT'S MARMOL TIME!!!
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

lilly was a beast tonight!
carlos, you watching?
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 9:13 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I totally dig Lilly, but...
He ALWAYS looks like he was just teleported into the middle of the game... He looks like I would if the Cubs told me to go out there and pitch.

by thegangler on Sep 5, 2007 9:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'd take his demeanor
over Zambrano's at every chance... (teleported... ha!)

by Reddevil on Sep 5, 2007 9:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

did lou just walk out
to the mound and immediately crack everybody up?

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 9:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

marmol
needs entrance music
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I was at Lilly's last start
and man - this is NOT the same guy.

Yes!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Too bad
Hell's Bells is taken
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Lilly was terrific...
and he did as a fly ball pitcher with a weak outfield for most of the game. Unlike Z, he didn't let it get to him. He reminds me a lot of Orel Hersheiser(sp?)..very tough.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 9:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

What the hell?
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I bet Monroe wouldn't have done that :)
"Chicago Cubs fans are ninety percent scar tissue."

by thehawk on Sep 5, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

hmmmmm?
so marmol isnt dependable?
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:18 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

bite your tongue, man
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

your
signature says it all. at least the inning is over. howry or marmol for the 8th??
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:21 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Howry then Demp
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

k
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It was the right call
Lilly pitched well. Instead of taking chances of him completely running out of gas and opening up the floodgates, Lou was right in going to Carlos. He, Howry and Dempster haven't pitched in two days and are fully rested.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

did I sat that?
no, Marmol is great, its just Lilly had a respectable amount of pitches and seemed to still be in control.  

by DC Cubbie on Sep 5, 2007 9:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

HUH?
That's too bad for Felix.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 9:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Despite ..
A few hiccups along the way, and perhaps because it's his virgin year in the NL, I've come to believe Lilly is our best pitcher ... and most reliable.

You get what you get. There's a certain joy in it.

LRRF

"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's make a deal -
DO NOT give KUDOS ANYMORE until the GAME IS OVER and the CUBS HAVE A W!!!!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hu's on second?
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Those 2 out walks'll kill ya
n/t
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice
A guy brought in for his defense falls on his face.  Gotta love the Cubs.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Only the Cubs!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Hey, it happens to the best of 'em
Pie made a couple of nice catches for the other two outs. Not sure Monroe makes those look as easy.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 9:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yep
Like in 2003 when the best defensive player on the team fumbles a routine double play ball in the 8th inning of game 6.  Happens to the best of 'em.  Gotta love the Cubs.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

AHHHH!
STOP THE MADNESS!!!
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I could also
mention the first baseman in '84 who never missed a ground ball missing a big one in the playoffs in SD.  But I won't.

The scars, they run deep.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Talk about
wallowing in the mire.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Watching
Pie fall on his face took me to the dark place.  I'm back now.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Welcome, welcome back
You don't want to stay down there too long.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 9:46 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

No Pierre!
Thank God!  He kills us!

by Itchy on Sep 5, 2007 9:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Guess
Hu's not on 2nd anymore...

by thegangler on Sep 5, 2007 9:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

And Messmer
nails TMOTTB as always.

At least he rarely slumps.

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

he is
 a villian for last season in more than 1 way
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

T. R.
...really needed an outing like this.  He's been scuffling a bit, and I'm sure Z's problems have made him feel even worse about his losing streak.

He looked really sharp, and if Pie (or even JJ) had been in CF all night, he might have had a clean slate.

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

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 9:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice rendition ...
By the dulcet voice of Wayne Messmer ...
"One of the worst writers on this board: !Neifi! didn't do it, honest."

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Nice adjective
Dulcet tones...

You'd prefer him over Ditka?

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:23 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Actually ...
I kind of prefer the off-key guys.  Most of them try so hard, it's sweetly pathetic.

LRRF

The worst writer on the board! Coming soon: "The Russian Diplomat's Daughter: A Novel About George Armstrong Custer"

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

God, I miss Wayne
singing the NA at the Madhouse on Madison back when the Hawks were good. That was the loudest building I have ever been in when we were in the playoffs. Remember when the Hawks actually MADE the playoff> lol
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

1984 ...
I don't know how many of us were conscious of Cubbie ball then ... but I seem to recall that Messmer was sidelined by a serious health condition ... was it throat cancer?

LRRF

The worst writer on the board! Coming soon: "The Russian Diplomat's Daughter: A Novel About George Armstrong Custer"

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

He was shot in the neck
during a robbery attempt. Came close to his vocal chords. There was doubt if he'd ever sing again.

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I just heard them
talking about him getting shot and wondered how it happened.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

HE GOT SHOT
in the throat!

A robbery attempt.

Amazing recovery.

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:33 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Minds think alike...
Bruce.
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good call
on holding out the "great" part ... speaking for myself, at least ... :)

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 9:52 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It was 1994, some history
April 9th to be exact, near a bar by UIC, off Taylor St. He was shot in the neck and in critical condition for a couple days.  

Wayne at the time was much more famous for his stirring rendition of the Star Spangled Banner at Chicago Stadium prior to the start of Blackhawks games. His singing coupled with the Barton organ and a packed Stadium of 19,000 screaming BlackHawks fans created a roar that will never be duplicated.

Chicago Stadium closed that spring to the [taped] voice of Wayne Messmer singing the anthem at 'Hawks games. Wayne returned to the hockey scene in Chicago as part of senior leadership of the new Chicago Wolves of the then International Hockey League (IHL, defunct as of 2001). Once part of the 'rival' Wolves, the Wirtz and the BlackHawks fired Wayne, only after he sung at the opening of BlackHawk hockey United Center in Jan, 1995 (after the lock-out).

Leading off and playing short, TheRiot; batting 2nd and catching, Mr.OBP, Jason Kendall.....Do it Lou!

by blackhawk24 on Sep 5, 2007 11:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Memories
are now NHL Nightmares in Chicago. It's sad.

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Sep 5, 2007 11:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's putting it very nicely, thanks
It's pitiful. Laughing stock since they last made the cup finals in '92.
Leading off and playing short, TheRiot; batting 2nd and catching, Mr.OBP, Jason Kendall.....Do it Lou!

by blackhawk24 on Sep 6, 2007 6:37 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I love Alfie,
but man is he frustrating at times.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 9:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

soriano swings like an...
intoxicated little person with too big of a driver.
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 9:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, he needs a driver...
...if he's intoxicated.
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:25 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

ba-da-bump!
"If you'da been thinkin you wouldn't 'a thought that." ~~ "Squints" Palledorous

by rm463 on Sep 5, 2007 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

His nickname ...
Should be "O and Two."  Crikey, he annoys the hell outta me.

LRRF

Coming soon: "The Russian Diplomat's Daughter: A Novel About George Armstrong Custer"

by Littlerock Rynofan on Sep 5, 2007 9:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe the new owner
will put in the $1 million irrigation system or risk his $300 million in payroll "slips" and gets hurt at a critical time...like after a September rain. I think Lou will give a tape of Pie's fall to the new owner.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 9:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Excellent point
and excellent suggestion.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 9:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Carl -
If you haven't been to Wrigley after the Police concert - it really is a mess.

Worse than I have ever seen it - and I sit in the Upper Deck, so I can tell.

I mean, the Police Show was really cool - but not many fans knew it would tear it up.

And there was a big downpour right before game.

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:27 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I have been quite a bit this year
and the outfield has never looked worse...
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

yea
its horrid
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:30 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Pierre is up first next inning
and he'll probably try to get on with a bunt single.  

by zevkalman on Sep 5, 2007 9:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I like DeRo
in the 2 hole.  Hopefully Lou leaves him there.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

DeRo
likes batting second, and he is more suited to that spot (better at OBP than SLG).  What part of that combination does Lou not understand?

How about:
Riot
DeRo
Lee
Ramy
Sori
JJ/Floyd
JJ/Floyd
C
P

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

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 9:37 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

re: DeRo
But no one is protecting Soriano. You think he strikes out a lot now?
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

lou working hard to prevent another DP
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 9:27 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I liked the interview with
DeRosa before the game.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 9:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He is a GREAT
interview. Really funny and honest.

Phat -

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I've never
heard an athlete be so candid and well-spoken.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

DeRo
Ivy Leaguers do sound more intelligent than the average jock.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

WOW!
NASTY MF Pitch!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

yea
but he missed where the catcher wanted it
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Make em pay Felix.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 5, 2007 9:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well
let's see if Pie can get a clutch hit in the majors.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

C'mon Felix!
Make up for your face-plant!

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

With Seanez pitching
even DeRo becomes a base-stealer!  Now we need to get him home.  An extra run or two couldn't hurt, could it?
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 9:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's hope Pie makes them pay.
show them why we said bye-bye to Pierre! though Lou might send someone else up...but we lose his (slip & slide) defense!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 9:33 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Pinch hitting Kendall for Pie
 I don't have a problem with this move. Will put Jones in CF.

 

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

wow
furture cubs a-rod just hit two in one inning!!
put soriano in the 5-hole please!!!!

by tbizzle83 on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

those late strike three calls
really show up the players.  i bet they hate joe west

by dogcatratcheese on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I doubt it
The player hears the strike call right away.  The movement / gesture is for the fans / tv's sake.

by garyscottrules on Sep 5, 2007 9:36 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good call, Lou
This is who you want.
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

- sigh -
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Give us
a good outing, now, Howry!
Lou's my guy !!!

by lovebilly26 on Sep 5, 2007 9:38 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

nice!!!
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 9:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

WOW !
Now THAT was a nice battle !  Way 2 Go, Howry !
Lou's my guy !!!

by lovebilly26 on Sep 5, 2007 9:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Gotta love
Hendry stuffing his face and drinking a beer on national TV.  Nice work

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 9:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Good for Cedeno
Man, I really wish he'd learn how to hit.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 9:44 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Is anyone else as confused
on Joe West's low strike as I am? The only consistency is his inconsistency. What a turkey. I just wish a foul would hit off the screen and catch him on his dome!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 9:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Except in EATING
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Anyone see on ESPN them showing Hendry..
...in the GM's booth stuffing his face with popcorn!! Hilarious.

 Showed him again and still stuffing his face.

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 9:45 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Still stuffing his face.
 How does he do that without breathing.

 Now he's sucking down a cocktail. THis is classic!!

 ESPN working him over!!

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 9:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Still stuffing his face
Geez...calm down...

Some of us don't get as excited as you watching a chubby guy eat on tv...

...but...whatever turns your crank...

"Welcome to Lou's BLUE Crew....Cubbies in '07"

by Bluelou on Sep 5, 2007 9:53 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It was must see TV
 ESPN obviously knew what it had as they literally went back to him 6 or 7 times, stuffing his fat face and inhaling cups of popcorn and sucking down his cocktail.

 

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

stuffing his fat face and inhaling cups of popcorn
like I said...
....whatever turns your crank...
"Welcome to Lou's BLUE Crew....Cubbies in '07"

by Bluelou on Sep 5, 2007 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

If that's
the kind of control the guy in the Dodger pen has tonight, I hope they bring him in next inning.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 9:46 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

And he's in
and he walks the first two!
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Good thing Monroe ran!
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yay !!!!!!
Now, let's get some runs !
Lou's my guy !!!

by lovebilly26 on Sep 5, 2007 9:49 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I loathe kent.....
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 9:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

A-Rod hits two homers, Yanks go up 3 in wild card
he will be booed by the fourth inning tomorrow.

by lancaster99 on Sep 5, 2007 9:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Please...add on, add on. add on.
GO CUBS!!!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 9:50 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

on ESPN feed
 Before going to commercial they showed Lou in the dugout working over West who clearly missed a called 3rd strike on Kent.

 West has a very quick trigger, so I fully expected Lou to be tossed after commercial break.

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I hate that Cowboy West
and what is worse Dempster will be pitching next inning with Joe West behind the plate.  Maybe I should take a long walk :-)

by zevkalman on Sep 5, 2007 9:51 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Easy
You'll make yourself apoplectic!  We still have 24 more after this.

Take a deep breath, and have some faith...

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

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 9:55 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Soriano
Thing is, he's just not good.  He's an offensive liability and average at best on defense.  Somebody remind me why we're paying this guy $18 mil per year?  I wish we could take half his money and give it to DeRosa and Theriot.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 5, 2007 9:53 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Or
We could give all that money to Carlos Lee...
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 9:57 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Even Joe West couldn't call that
a strike. And it killed him!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 9:55 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Monroe
Good job.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 9:55 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Obviously it was a missed Hit and Run..
...my money's on the rookie missing it.

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 10:00 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

t shirt on tv
does anyone know if the city of chicago flag t shirt with the cubbie heads in place of the stars is legit?  if so, where are they available?

by clrkaddison on Sep 5, 2007 9:56 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Especially
with the complete lack of control that kid had.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 9:59 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Monroe is quickly working himself off
the post-season roster. Len asked, "Hu missed the sign?"
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 9:58 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Bad, bad, play
By Monroe.

phat

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:01 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Ward
I like the idea of batting for Cedeno, but not the idea of protecting a 2 run lead with a cold-off-the-bench middle infielder and Ryan Dempster pitching.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 9:59 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

like that
 Theriot hit it and Soto ran all the way home.

by lemon20pie on Sep 5, 2007 10:02 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The RIOT!!!!
YEAH BOYEEEEE!!!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Oh....
.....that's why Pierre is in LA.
Lou's my guy !!!

by lovebilly26 on Sep 5, 2007 10:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The......Riot....
"Welcome to Lou's BLUE Crew....Cubbies in '07"

by Bluelou on Sep 5, 2007 10:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

thats fun baseball right there....
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:02 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow
Ryan Theriot does it again.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 10:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Tru
  DAT !!!!
Lou's my guy !!!

by lovebilly26 on Sep 5, 2007 10:03 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I played H.S. baseball
against Theriot.  Couldn't love him more.

by Reddevil on Sep 5, 2007 10:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

SAFE!!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:03 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

he is pissed he didnt start!!!
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

cedeno
watch and learn .. . . its The Riot Show

by CZ38 on Sep 5, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

JJ RBI
6-2!!!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Theriot
MVP, I swear.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

OR -
The Phat MVP!

phat

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:06 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes!
phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

JJ in da house!!!
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 10:04 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Dodgers
have used 7 pitchers in this game! Nice.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I LOVE
INSURANCE!!!!  6 Freaking RUNS!!!!!!  YES!!!!!!!!

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I Hope this can carry
them to another W tomorrow.
P L E A S E!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Naw...ya save him for tomorrow afternoon..
Don't ya think, NB?
"Welcome to Lou's BLUE Crew....Cubbies in '07"

by Bluelou on Sep 5, 2007 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

If we get these next two runs in
I would let Dempster sit. I don't know why Lou doesn't have Pignitello or someone else up too.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lots of Man Love
floating through BCB tonight for TheRiot and DeRo. Good to see. Let's score a few more and give Dempster a night off!!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The Riot is
everything you could ask for in a player..

100% focused, 100% effort everyday, no matter the situation...

that and he's good too...

Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:05 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

How about that cajun boy
can't keep him on that bench!!!

by Cajuncub on Sep 5, 2007 10:06 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Lassez bon temps boulez!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I meant...
Roulez - NOT Boulez
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:08 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's give it up for
JJ who continues his torrid second half!!!  Strong argument for him as the second half MVP.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 10:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Bert Hernandez...
He and Satchel Paige were pitching on the same team!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:07 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yes Ron
You are correct, "it's about time."

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 10:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I'm writing this before DeRosa's at bat ends
but however it turns out, this guy is such a professional hitter.  I love him.
Did we really put Jose Macias on the field? Really???

by ksreed on Sep 5, 2007 10:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Over
This ballgame is in the refrigerator for the Cubs, the door is closed, the lights are out, and the butter's gettin hard!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I loved it when Harry cried, "Cubs Win, Cubs Win!"

by Ken Hubbs on Sep 5, 2007 10:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Hubbs!
You BELIEVE tonight?!

Wasssuppp?

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Now this...
is a vintage 2007 Cubs win.  This is how they looked when winning those June/July games (outside of Murton's bizarre outfield defense).  Maybe they can bottle this mojo!!  Mostly solid defense, pitching that keeps the defense in the game, timely hitting, aggressive running (even though it didn't always work out).
"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah!" - Abe Simpson

by MrFurious on Sep 5, 2007 10:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well...hopefully
I don't want to get ahead of myself, but is a lookin' good.
"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah!" - Abe Simpson

by MrFurious on Sep 5, 2007 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Derek Lowe is
a no good, filthy, dirty, sinker ballin', ground ball pitcher.

Man, I hope he has a shit day tomorrow.

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:10 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i cant wait to see your auto signature
next month!
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

HAHAHA!
From your mouth to...
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:12 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Everybody OK?
Or does anyone still want to give up tonight?
¡BLANCO!

by 08Cubs on Sep 5, 2007 10:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Runs!!!
Can we save the rest for tomorrow?
Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Sep 5, 2007 10:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Keep
DeRo in the 2 hole!!!!!!

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 10:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Let's pile on to these
Weenies!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:11 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Pile it on?
I'd rather keep some of the hits for tomorrow.

Here's the deal - Brewers will fade on the road. Cubs play better on the road then at home.

Cards will lose tonight - back to 2 games out.

Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Sep 5, 2007 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Well - this is how
its played out so far.

I hope it continues.

Tomorrow's game is just as important.

DAMN! EVERY game is important now!!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:19 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I wonder if our Dartmouth
boy is into DeRo?
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:13 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

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

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 10:14 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Yes!
I love this team!

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 10:12 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well, the dam has broken
Now ... save some for tomorrow, boys ... :)

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 5, 2007 10:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I have a sickness...
and the only prescription is some more Theriot
"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah!" - Abe Simpson

by MrFurious on Sep 5, 2007 10:14 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Now THAT
is high comedy.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 10:15 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Dodgers = Errors
What's wrong with these guys?
Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Sep 5, 2007 10:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Well
That's one way to get on base.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 10:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

That must be Kent's 40th error this year...
just guessing. :-}
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:15 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Sori
Anyone else as happy as I am to see Sori running well and scoring?  That may put his mind at ease as to how healthy his quad is.
"I've never complained about it. I'm thankful to have a jersey." Mark DeRosa, 22 Aug 2007

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 10:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Not to break up this love fest but...
If they keep throwing DLee a steady diet of fastballs and sliders away, when we he start poking it the other way?  He is trying to pull everything, which is why he is rolling over the ball and hitting into so many DP's.

IMHO

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

by MrFurious on Sep 5, 2007 10:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

thats wasnt neccessary....
blow this thing WIDE open
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Too bad Joe West is here
for another game.
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:16 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The guy can't even plunk him
correctly.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Props to....
Ted Lily for coming up big in a game where the Cubs needed a starter to "be a stopper".

Ronnie Cedeno for the catch of Pierrre's deflected line drive.

A-Ram for some power

The whole line-up in the 8th for overcoming a botched bunt/hit and run and producing...TheRiot, Jones, Soriano, DeRosa.....here's to many more innings like that in September.

The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Sep 5, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

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

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 10:20 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

3rd.
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Lest we not forget...
Dempster for holding on in a non save situation....
The best defense is a good offense

by kcjones on Sep 5, 2007 10:29 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I do believe
That Floyd is due.

phat

by phatass on Sep 5, 2007 10:17 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Ahh...
if all goes to plan, and we are up big tomorrow...then we can plunk someone late for retribution, and then not see them for the rest of the year.
"I'll be deep in the cold, cold ground before I recognize Missourah!" - Abe Simpson

by MrFurious on Sep 5, 2007 10:18 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

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

by MrFurious on Sep 5, 2007 10:19 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Wow
What a dumb play by Hillenbrand.  How is he still in the major leagues?  I guess there's hope for a guy like Murton.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 10:20 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

He has been with the Angels, Padres
and now Dodgers this year. No one left. Dodgers drew the short straw.
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:22 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

I think he started here with the Snakes
another player that hasn't performed to his potential.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 10:31 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

No
He came up originally with the Red Sox.  He was a highly touted prospect from their system.  Not unlike Murton.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 10:39 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Explain to Me Again
Why we are starting a player that another team DFA'ed?

by garyscottrules on Sep 5, 2007 10:21 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Sam Fuld
Go get 'em, pal!
¡BLANCO!

by 08Cubs on Sep 5, 2007 10:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Definition of "pure joy"
Dempster with a big lead in the 9th. Now don't blow it!
Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Sep 5, 2007 10:22 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Louuuuu
What is this his 1st season managing?
Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Sep 5, 2007 10:23 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

This is the second time this has happened.
He has to go make the switch before Dempster takes the mound.

by MiniAndretti on Sep 5, 2007 10:24 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That was comical.
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 10:26 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What the hell is going on?
Gotta love September baseball.

by cubsbak on Sep 5, 2007 10:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

strange.....its not 18-0, not sure what he
is doing...
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:24 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

AND DEMPSTER!
Starts where he left off!!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:25 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Good Pitch, Demp.
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:26 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

One of the real bright spots...
Oh-MAN! Didn't have to PITCH!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Sweet. Fly it. Play it!
Let's get the split tomorrow!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

slick D in the 9th
FLY IT!!!!!
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Great Game Cubbies!
Win ~14 more and we're in!
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 10:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

win 17 of last 25
has to be the goal. make the other teams bust their ass to beat us! Cubs need to be thinking 2 out of 3 all the time. Time to push to the finish line!!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:32 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Nice bounce back....way to go Lilly and the
amazing WTF lineup!!! Good debut by Soto!!! ARam slams one!!!Theriot comes in to help put it away. Not a bad night considering how scared I was to see that lineup....well let's get a split!!!

by razzpunk on Sep 5, 2007 10:29 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

WOO HOO!!!!
CUBS WIN! CUBS WIN! CUBS WIN!
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 10:30 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Doom and gloom nonsense:
If you insist being doom and gloomy here on BCB, it may come back to haunt you in the end...

"Ughh, what a terrible and catastrophic lineup.

 I take back my previous good feelings about tonight's game and a Cubs W.

 It's gonna be nearly impossible to win with this lineup.

by lemon20pie on Wednesday, September 5, 2007 at 2:59 PM CT"

Yikes...

"Welcome to Lou's BLUE Crew....Cubbies in '07"

by Bluelou on Sep 5, 2007 10:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I did my part tonught by exuding good vibes
;)
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 10:35 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

will you do the same thing when
they get it right. you should, just to be fair.
"If you play more than two chords, you're showing off."--Woody Guthrie

by buckmulligan on Sep 6, 2007 12:09 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Buck
you gotta understand, we're not advocating green grass and high tides 24/7.

The opposite of that also isn't advocated.

Maybe somewhere in between?

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 6, 2007 12:25 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

What a turnaround!
How many of you were despondent when DeRo hit into that 1st inning DP?

I guess that's why they play 9 innings.

Great game, T.R.!!!

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

by DeRoMyHero on Sep 5, 2007 10:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

FLY IT!
Off to the Gingerman!
Tinker to Evers to Chance.

by Matt Allison on Sep 5, 2007 10:31 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I jokingly said we'd win 12-3 tonight last night
8-2 is just as good! lol
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 10:32 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

And the Brew Crew's blowout of the 'Stros...
...gains them nothing.
Carlos Marmol, you complete me.

by dat cubfan daver on Sep 5, 2007 10:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Who's got W flag duty?
I would but I am not knowing...   :-)
"Welcome to Lou's BLUE Crew....Cubbies in '07"

by Bluelou on Sep 5, 2007 10:34 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

NICE WIN CUBBIES!!
let get another one tomorrow afternoon and salvage a split. GO CUBS!

by bennyha on Sep 5, 2007 10:35 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Who has a W flag?
Brewers off tomorrow. chance to get it back to a full game. GO CUBS!!!
Prince Fielder...he is neither.

by LAcarl519 on Sep 5, 2007 10:36 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Go Cubs!
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 10:37 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Thanks
it's a beautiful sight.
I love this team!!!

by sue369 on Sep 6, 2007 6:48 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

It's only WEDNESDAY but
Let's not forget to send good vibes to Smooth Jazz Man as he attends the Bears - Chargers game in SD.

Go Bears!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

roster moves
Lou had to have set a Cub record with most number of position players getting into the lineup tonight.  16 by my count.

by matthew23 on Sep 5, 2007 10:40 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Why not?
there's 50 guys in the dugout!
It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:48 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

CHECK THIS OUT:
In their last 10 gms -

BREW, 6-4

CARDS, 6-4

CUBS, 5-5

So, over the last ten games, the Cubs have lost one game in the standings, in spite of their certain mediocrity!

How BIZARRE!!

It is SEPTEMBER, and we're STILL IN IT! YES!

by TheEman on Sep 5, 2007 10:47 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

One game in the standings
One game is the difference between being in the playoffs if the season ended tonight and not.

Let's get hot and not look back.

Aug 15 - Ted Lilly walked by the lineup card and said to nobody in particular "I can't believe I'm batting 9th again".

by mweil on Sep 5, 2007 10:56 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

That's why we have to play
better than .500 ball the rest of the way. Don't want the other two to gain a game per ten and catch us. If either start to play 6-4 on out, we better be at LEAST 6-4, 7-3.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 11:05 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

if they can get some good starts...
they can keep this going. Tonight they played like they were in June/July....
Let me get back to you, will ya, Charlie? I got a guy on the other line asking about some white walls.

by JB 23 on Sep 5, 2007 11:01 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Yes, they did.
They have so much more success when they consistently work counts, cannot figure out why they still are first pitch hackers most of the time.
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 11:07 PM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Let's win on Thusday and start a hot streak!
Let's go 8-2 and pull away...
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 5, 2007 11:08 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

You should see my scorecard...
However, Al's is pristine. Even with 75 players entering tonight's game. (Well, it seemed like 75.) I have arrows pointing all over the place.
Al should scan his and show you. It's perfect.

But's it's a happy scorecard.

Chicago weather...I haven't seen rain in 10 months. But, walking north on Clark, an unannounced T-Storm at about 4:45. So, I stand in a garage at 3200 Clark for half an hour. (No thanks to CLTV/WGN Weather. "Warm and muggy tonight...")

by San Diego Smooth Jazz Man on Sep 6, 2007 12:01 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

I want to see that.
I've never kept score before. I'd like to see what a good scorekeeper does. I'm serious.

phat

by phatass on Sep 6, 2007 1:34 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Al, if you read this tomorrow
please scan your scorecard and post it so we can see how a pro does it. I score games at time at home and mine turn into messes lol
"When you're eight games behind, it's like eight miles; when you're eight games in front, it's like eight inches."- Ron Santo

by BigJohnAZ on Sep 6, 2007 1:54 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Funny
phat

by phatass on Sep 6, 2007 2:27 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

The Lord didn't answer my prayers.
Because Lou kept Soriano leading off. The guys on ESPN had a ball commenting that he shouldn't hit in that spot.

Regardless, it was a well played game. It was blown open by the regular guys pinch hitting and not by the horrendous lineup that Lou put up. In fact, that lineup gave us another DP in the 1st inning, the horrible defense and base running by "Neifi's payback" in CF (who had a Neifi! moment driving in a run once), Murton's adventures in RF, Soriano's 1,2,3 quick K's and Cedeño hitting fly balls all night long. (At least he brought his glove.) Only DeRosa rose up to the challenge, hitting 2nd. I'm glad I was wrong about that. The bad part is that because we won, Lou might be hard headed enough to repeat that kind of lineup tomorrow. Ughh!

Kudos to Soto for his defense, running and hitting. He is definitely our catcher of the future once he comes to know the pitchers and learns to handle the pressure this month. He's doing well so far. Hopefully Lou is impressed and will give Soto more chances to play. Kendall will appreciate the rest. Blanco can catch "Carloco" Zambrano (and punch him in the face) as far as I'm concerned.

Theriot is the team's spark plug.

I hope the players will now stop bitching at the fans' booing and recognize the "love" they got tonight. I also hope I only see Cedeño as a defensive replacement. And I don't want to see the starting lineup again, especially Monroe in CF. ESPN's Hershiser almost had a heart attack watching him play CF.

Finally, hat's off to Ted Lilly. He's been the stopper all season long and he didn't disappoint us tonight. He saved the best for the last month. Can Carloco use Lilly as a role model?

Let's split this series tomorrow and win the home stand!

by Fraggin Judge on Sep 6, 2007 12:32 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

The X Files in St. Louis.
Mark "Agent" Mulder was hit hard by a bunch of Pirates. What a nice picture!

by Fraggin Judge on Sep 6, 2007 12:35 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Too bad Scully
was in Chicago and couldn't help him. :)

by Not Bruce Froemming on Sep 6, 2007 2:56 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

Would have loved to hear this talk
From today's Suntimes' Wittenmyer:

http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/544860,CST-SPT-cub06.article

Short hops

Piniella and pitching coach Larry Rothschild met Wednesday with struggling, foot-in-mouth pitcher Carlos Zambrano for a ''nice'' conversation.

''Just to tell him to relax,'' Piniella said. ''We talked about quite a few things. That's between us. I'm looking forward to seeing him pitch Saturday in Pittsburgh.''

Leading off and playing short, TheRiot; batting 2nd and catching, Mr.OBP, Jason Kendall.....Do it Lou!

by blackhawk24 on Sep 6, 2007 6:40 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Take it out, Al.
Al took the magic number out of this site. I suggest he do the same with the playoff odds because they are depressing. They went down from 61% to 47% in a couple of days.

by Fraggin Judge on Sep 6, 2007 8:02 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

But I've had that link up almost all year.
And, it went back up today!
"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al on Sep 6, 2007 8:42 AM CDT up reply actions   0 recs

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