Open Thread: Cubs vs. Brewers, Monday 3/10, 3:05 CT

by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 11:39 AM CDT in Game Threads

Today is the first of only two scheduled meetings between the Cubs and Brewers this spring. The addition of several teams to the Cactus League is a double-edged sword: it's nice to see ST baseball in Arizona flourishing, but having 12 teams (and it'll be 14 next year, with the Dodgers and Indians moving) means you see each team fewer times.

Carlos Zambrano's turn should have been today, but Lou Piniella moved him back a day because he doesn't want the Brewers to get a look at him before Opening Day. Rich Hill will go instead. Dave Bush starts for Milwaukee.

Looks like our first four starters are set, barring setbacks, says Bruce Miles: Z, Hill, Ted Lilly and Jon Lieber. That leaves it between Jason Marquis and Ryan Dempster for the last spot, and:

Dempster appears to be the favorite because the Cubs promised him a shot to move from closer to starter and because Dempster has worked in the off-season to get himself into top physical shape.

On top of that, he has a split-finger fastball to go along with a good fastball and slider.

Piniella seems impressed by what Dempster has done.

"No question, and he wants it badly," the manager said. "He came to camp in really good shape. He's maintained that. He's worked hard, and he's enthused and excited about the prospect of starting. And we told him we were committed to giving him that opportunity, and that's exactly what's happening."

That, of course, begs the question: what to do with Marquis? He wouldn't fit in the bullpen. I assume Jim Hendry is trying to deal him -- and let's not get that Boston rumor going again, because it's been shot down.

Here is today's Mediacenter link. It shows the game on audio, but I think they made a mistake -- KLAA isn't the right radio station, that probably belongs to the game below the Cub game, the Angels/A's game. However, you can watch on CSN Chicago or MLB.TV.

MLB.com Gameday

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The Cubs played Milwaukee once already...

...and lost 10-6 on March 4th. So they'll actually meet three times in ST.

by Flatley on Mar 10, 2008 11:38 AM CDT reply actions

Whoops!

You're right. And I was even looking at the schedule page when I posted that.

The point stands... you used to see teams 4-6 times in spring... now most teams, you play only twice. (Yes, I know, some are more, like the Giants.)

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 11:41 AM CDT up reply actions

It probably all breaks even...

...but I wonder if that helps teams and players when it comes to the regular season. By having the opponent see less of you, you force them to do some on-the-spot learning of the team the first time through.

Of course, the same can be said for our team, so it's probably a sum-zero equation.

by Flatley on Mar 10, 2008 11:53 AM CDT up reply actions

If the Cubs traded Marquis...

How much of his contract do they pick up? 4- 5 million maybe.

Old Style is the nectar of life.

by Mordecai on Mar 10, 2008 11:38 AM CDT reply actions

Question... please help

Why is this such a big deal for the Cubs?

I do realize that it sucks to pay a guy for little production. But the Cubs have the money. If we don't get anything in return, why not just hold onto him? Who knows whether Dempster or Leiber will come up with an injury, or Hill will have a bad outing and exit early necessitating using another starter.

Look at the Dallas Mavericks. I am sure they would rather undo the signing of Erik Dampier. However, they have him and may as well use him as a backup. He is being paid far too much as a backup, but what is done is done and may as well use him to benefit the team.

The Mavs, like the Cubs have plenty of money so at least it doesn't prevent us from important free agent moves.

No teams are willing to trade anything of value for Marquis and will want us to pick up the entire tab. Why not just hold onto him then?

Thanks for your thoughts.

by nickler on Mar 10, 2008 11:44 AM CDT reply actions

Especially since

Bartolo Colon and Kyle Lohse have signed minor league contracts, I doubt any trades for someone of Marquis' ability are looming.

by nickler on Mar 10, 2008 11:45 AM CDT up reply actions

See Carlos Silva

There could be a market for Marquis especially if Hendry throws him in a few million. I expect that when Piniella feels comfortable with Dempster as #5, Marquis will be gone.

Marshall, Gallagher and Hart will get a shot when injuries occur.

by rlpete on Mar 10, 2008 11:59 AM CDT up reply actions

When did Lohse sign a Minor League Deal ?

I figured he CAN get a contract but wanted a multi-year deal.
Has he actually signed with a team?

"It's the Cubbies. There's always a vibe. It's the greatest vibe in baseball." Greg Maddux on Cub fan's optimism even after the 06 debacle.

by jessica on Mar 10, 2008 3:22 PM CDT up reply actions

re: Question... please help

Well, I suppose the easy answer to this is if the Cubs can't find a taker to Marquis, they'll have to hold on to him. What other choice do they have?

I must say, the empathetic part of me feels for Jason: He's dropped from the postseason roster in '06, left out of the postseason rotation in '07 and, potentially, relegated to the bullpen in '08. Don't get me wrong -- I understand why these things have happened (or may happen), but those are some tough pills to swallow. If he's a survivor, though, he'll find a way to make it work. Who knows; maybe one way to avoid Marquis' second-half swoon is to simply wait to the second half and add him to the rotation then.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 11:51 AM CDT up reply actions

Marquis

I would love to throw Marquis down to AAA and have him be a backup or an injured reserve sort of player, but I expect he would throw a fit and demand to be traded.

If he caused enough of a stink, the Cubs might worry about how that could affect future FA signings.

by salparadise23 on Mar 10, 2008 11:57 AM CDT up reply actions

Marquis cannot be demoted to the minors.

n/t

I has a blog.

by cwyers on Mar 10, 2008 12:06 PM CDT up reply actions

He can if he gives his permission, right?

Not that that's likely to happen.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions

Here's how it would work.

First, Jason Marquis would have to be Designated For Assignment. (The "A" part of "DFA" is in fact a minor-league assignment.) Marquis would then go on waivers; every team in baseball would have a chance to claim him and take on his (not insubstantial) salary. Once a team claims him, the Cubs have three options: let him go, take him off waivers (and keep him on the roster) or work out a trade with the claiming team.

If no team claims him, then Jason Marquis can be assigned to a AAA team; Marquis has enough service time to refuse an optional assignment, however. So the Cubs would either have to convince him to accept the assignment (generally this is done by guaranteeing payment on some of the contract incentive clauses) or give him his outright release, where he would probably be picked up by some other team who would offer him the league minimum.

If Jason Marquis was given his outright release, we would be paying all of the salary owed to him in his contract except for the amount taken on by his new team (which would be the league minimum); if somehow NO team decides they want Jason Marquis for the league minimum, we pay him to sit at home.

I has a blog.

by cwyers on Mar 10, 2008 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions

A thought on Marquis

Maybe to the O's with a little money for Payton. Leaves Murton out of a position but he seems to be odd-man out anyway.

by rlpete on Mar 10, 2008 11:51 AM CDT reply actions

Marquis' value

Believe it or not, Marquis will have trade value. Let it ride through the spring, and other offers will come in as pitchers get hurt/don't pan out.

Not to mention any health issues in our rotation ...

Vote for experience -- Woody for Closer 2008!

by mlf on Mar 10, 2008 11:59 AM CDT reply actions

I agree

as the spring rolls on teams will come to the Cubs for their excess.

"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry "I strongly dislike Steve Stone." ---Hammer

by Hammer on Mar 10, 2008 12:15 PM CDT up reply actions

On Dempster, ...

...I've always loved his approach, but this year he has a ~particularly~ good attitude. While one must produce as well, if all other things are equal, Dempster gets the nod for being the better teammate than Marquis (at least I get this impression through other written reports on Marquis).

I really hope Dempster has a great year. You know he wanted to start in the past, but sacrificed himself to be the closer: he embraced a role not so much because he wanted it, but because the Cubs needed it. - TL

"Why shouldn't we believe that we're going to win the World Series?" - Ted Lilly, 1/19/2008, Daily Herald interview w/Barry Rozner

by timlacy on Mar 10, 2008 12:01 PM CDT reply actions

Lineups

Cubs
Theriot, SS
Fukudome, RF
Lee, 1B
Ramirez, 3B
Kroeger, LF
DeRosa, 2B
Blanco, C
Fuld, CF
Hill, P

Brewers
Weeks, 2B
Nunez, 3B
Kapler, LF
Fielder, 1B
Hart, RF
Escobar, SS
Gwynn, CF
Munson, C
Bush, P

by Bruce Miles on Mar 10, 2008 12:03 PM CDT reply actions

Unless the Brewers have someone hurt

looks like they are only playing 3 regulars. Looks like numerous teams may be skirting the 4 regulars rule.

by rlpete on Mar 10, 2008 12:07 PM CDT up reply actions

Yep.

Nice to see DeRosa in the lineup today.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 12:12 PM CDT up reply actions

To Mark Derosa:

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 12:21 PM CDT up reply actions

re: To Mark Derosa:

Isn't this picture from the movie "Conan the Barbarian"? Definitely one of the Governator's finest performances.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions

BBBZZZZZZZZZZZ!

I'm sorry, that the incorrect answer. Would you like to use your "Free Spin"?

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions

re: BBBZZZZZZZZZZZ!

I'll hold off on the free spin for now. Lemme try again -- is it from the Tom Hanks/Dan Ackroyd vehicle "Dragnet"?

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 12:29 PM CDT up reply actions

Um...no.

Now it's getting embarrassing...someone care to help Dave?

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 12:30 PM CDT up reply actions

Indiana Jones and the Temple Of Doom

AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 12:31 PM CDT up reply actions

I'd like to buy a...

...TEMPLE OF DOOM!

by Flatley on Mar 10, 2008 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions

re: I'd like to buy a...

Awww man, of course. "Dragnet"?! What am I thinkin'?

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions

lol!

I hope DeRo reads this blog.

It does ALL our hearts good to see him back in the lineup. Hopefully, he puts up HUGE numbers to put all the silly B-Ro business to rest.

Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Mar 10, 2008 12:33 PM CDT up reply actions

TGJ

Tony Gwynn Jr is expected to open the season in center since Cameron is suspended...so technically that makes four.

by weiler @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions

Next Cubs game I can watch live...

My satellite channel shows RedSox-Mets game live right now - Santana is pitching... the next Cubs game I can watch live is on my Sunday (your Saturday) vs Chisox... but it start 5AM in my sleepy Sunday morning so I don't know my eyes are open at that time.... I will program my HDD recorder in anyway...

by dragonsfanatic on Mar 10, 2008 12:16 PM CDT reply actions

Is it true...

... that every Cubs game will be televised live in Japan this season?

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 12:18 PM CDT up reply actions

Not likely....

There are 21 Japanese players in MLB this season (some are minor league contract), so not all Cubs games are available even I got MLB season pass on my satellite channel (they show 3 games per day)...
They will be replayed in following night so I won't miss them, but it's too sleepy to watch them live - it's 2:30AM right now so I need to go to bed...

by dragonsfanatic on Mar 10, 2008 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions

The worst part is...

...I'm pretty sure that Japan is blackout territory for MLB.tv broadcasts. True story!

I has a blog.

by cwyers on Mar 10, 2008 12:45 PM CDT up reply actions

Well, that's pretty damn stupid.

n/t

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions

Haven't we all learned by now...

Pretty Damn Stupid = MLB

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions

The Japanese networks...

...pay a lot of money in rights fees to be able to rebroadcast those games. I'm sure they demanded at least some form of the blackout.

I has a blog.

by cwyers on Mar 10, 2008 1:13 PM CDT up reply actions

Technology exists, doesn't it...

... to put the Japanese TV broadcasts on MLB.TV in Japan? Wouldn't that be smart, so people who have a computer available but NOT TV could watch?

Oh, wait. Makes too much sense. Sorry, carry on.

"That's my opinion and if you don't like it, well, I have others." ~ Groucho Marx

by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 1:14 PM CDT up reply actions

Explain this to me...

If the rationale behind not throwing Z today was that he was going to be the starter against The Crew on opening day, and if Hill is going to be the #3 starter, won't he also be seeing the Brewers in that first series?

Just a few days later than Z?

So how does it not hurt his cause to pitch against them today? I would think you would rather have those pitchers see some of Z's 98-mph fastballs than have a chance to zero-in on Rich's big loopy curve.

There may be a very obvious reason for this, if someone would care to enlighten me...

by cublessinmilwaukee on Mar 10, 2008 12:21 PM CDT reply actions

For answer...

see the box score for the last couple seasons opener.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions

I actually thought I had heard...

that he would be slotted 4th. could be wrong though.

AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions

You're right

they said on the broadcast yesterday that Hill would not be facing the Brewers in the opening series.

by akcubfan on Mar 10, 2008 12:32 PM CDT up reply actions

We're assuming

That Z has been destroyed on opening day the last two years because the opponent had seen him in ST. I think the more logical explanation is he was destroyed the last two opening days because he's a head case. I would not repeat this mistake.

"Hey hey - kiss it goodbye! That one's in Milwaukee! Man oh man did he hit it. Isn't that something?" - Lou Boudreau, 5-17-79

by danimal15 on Mar 10, 2008 1:03 PM CDT up reply actions

thats been my assumption all along actually

our boy Z gets too excited on opening day. I'd actually give the nod to Ted Lilly or hell even Rich Hill over Z at this point.

AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 1:18 PM CDT up reply actions

Aha.

That clears it up.

Thanks, fellas.

by cublessinmilwaukee on Mar 10, 2008 12:33 PM CDT reply actions

Nice to see

DeRosa back in the lineup.

by sue369 on Mar 10, 2008 1:00 PM CDT reply actions

AZ

All I could think about while watching the game yesterday was how nice it would be to actually feel the warmth of sun. Is there a new rule in IL where it has to look disgusting out every Monday?

I'm glad Demp is leading for the 5th spot, I don't trust Marquis out there and it seems he consistently has trouble with his manager. It would be nice to be able to hold onto Marquis for a month or two into the season so we can deal him to a team that is desperate.

by slocs55 on Mar 10, 2008 1:16 PM CDT reply actions

I have to admit...

...that I haven't been following the performance of this spring's starting pitching as much as I would have liked.

Has Leiber pitched that much better than Marquis/Dempster to slot him as #4 in the rotation, as Miles claims?

And how about Marquis and Dempster on their own? Have they been good/bad/ugly thusfar?

by Shawon O Meter on Mar 10, 2008 1:38 PM CDT reply actions

re: I have to admit...

You can compare their numbers here. Honestly, who's doing better may be more a matter of Lou's subjective perception than their numbers. For instance, Dempster's given the most earned runs (3), but he's also pitched nine innings to Lieber's six and Marquis' five. Dempster, however, is tied with Lieber in hits given up (5); whereas, Marquis has given up seven.

Although Lou claims to have patched things up with Marquis, attitude still may play a key role in all of this. Despite Demp's world series prediction and joking around with Millar earlier in spring training, he seems really, really focused. (I caught his in-game interview yesterday and got this impression.) And Lieber has that "veteran presence" thing going, which managers and coaches always seem to like. Even if Marquis continues to pitch well, he still doesn't appear likely to crack the rotation.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 1:54 PM CDT up reply actions

agreed.

I don't think Hendry and Lou make decisions based on spite. If everyone involved says that the startmeortrademe issue is over and done with, I have to believe them.

that being said, I agree that even if Marquis pitches well the rest of ST, he may still end up being the 6th best starter. I think if there's a way to keep him around for insurance, Hendry/Lou will do it. But that's a tough thing to do with veterans as pointed out in an earlier comment, so he probably is gone.

I would guess though that Hendry holds off until the end of ST, just in case someone comes up with a sore arm or other DLable injury.

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Mar 10, 2008 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions

Welcome back DeRosa

Mr. Underrated is back. Thankfully.

by MDBNIU on Mar 10, 2008 1:43 PM CDT reply actions

Jay Payton

I looked up his contract. Payton signed a 2 year, $9.75 million contract prior to 2007. That means he is still owed roughly $5 million in 2008. Meanwhile, Jason Marquis has 2 years and $16.5 million left on his deal. That's quite a bit of salary discrepancy. Too much to engineer a trade I imagine. Unless Hendry is willing to throw in some cash.

by MDBNIU on Mar 10, 2008 1:54 PM CDT reply actions

All in all I am impressed....this weekend

Both Lieber and Dempster threw strikes, had command and will provide innings and quality starts...and this will break up any righty-lefty consecutive pattern. Hill, going into his 3rd year starter will have the least amount of MLB experience and he could have some of the most dominate stuff if he learns a good change.

Wood was also solid as was the entire bullpen. Pie is showing himself as a starting regular, hitting with authority and patience. Ward was in mid season form at the plate and others including AAA players played well.

The only decisions are as follows: It seems to me that the following 5 starters and 6 relievers (11)and 11 position players are set, 8 starting regulars plus Blanco and Cintron...leaving 4 spots open....

What to do with Marquis?
What to do with Murton?
What to do with Fontenot?
What to do with Cedeno?
What to do with Fuld?
What to do with Patterson?
What to do with Marshall?

DeRosa & to a lessor degree Theriot offers so versatility...the next versatile player is probably Cedeno (on the field), then Patterson, then Fuld, Fontenot and Murton. Fonty & Murton offering more offense.....

I could see Patterson making this team for the month of April as the 25th player simply because the Cubs play in so many cold climate games and speed at the end of the game could be a difference. So then you have 2 more players (probably all three being position players unless the Cubs cannot trade Marquis).

With Cintron and if Patterson goes north (can back up CF) than Cedeno is on the bubble, with Patterson then Murton (23rd player) goes as a rightie-bat-off-the-bench, leaving one more player.....Fontenot or Fuld....and based on whether Fontenot can play SS in a pinch he goes as the 24th player.

Ward (IF-OF, PH par deluxe), Blanco(C), Cintron & Fontenot (IF utility), Patterson & Murton (OF) ....through April. But this means Marquis must be traded in a salary dump.

When May comes along then the decision will be between Fontenot or Patterson, as the final roster spot as the Cubs would probably recall a 7th relief pitcher.

Piniella: "This is a tougher job than I thought it would be, I'm going to be honest with you."

by Ivy Walls on Mar 10, 2008 2:05 PM CDT reply actions

my thoughts

What to do with Marquis?

Anyone got a used infield rake? I guess we keep him, if we can't trade him.

What to do with Murton?

Backup for RF, LF.

What to do with Fontenot?

Back-up for 2b, maybe short.

What to do with Cedeno?

Trade him. But then, I don't like him,

What to do with Fuld?

Back to AAA ball.

What to do with Patterson?

Back to AAA ball, call him up if there are two guys out in the infield, maybe.

What to do with Marshall?

BullPen. that's four, right?

This is ALL my personal feelings. I'm not a stat-head like some of the smarter people here; I can't keep track of numbers like that. But I think there's something to be said for the soft-science of "this makes a good team that works well together".

Worst to First in 2007, brought to you by Lou, Sori, A-Ram and D-Lee.

by drewishdrewid on Mar 10, 2008 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions

Response

What to do with Marquis?
Desperately try to engineer a salary sway deal, where we take somebody's bad contract. Barring that, put him on the DL with phantom injury.

What to do with Murton?
Trade him for whatever can be had. It doesn't help the ballclub or Murton to send him back to Triple A.

What to do with Fontenot?
He doesn't have a role at the major league level. He lacks the versatility to be a suitable utility infielder. So off to Triple A he goes.

What to do with Cedeno?
Augh. I wish the Cubs would deal him, but he and his low baseball IQ probably stick as a utility infielder.

What to do with Fuld?
Simple. Triple A. bound.

What to do with Patterson?
Suffers from the same problem facing Mike Fontenot. Patterson either learns how to play several positions semi-well and transmogrify himself into the next Willie Harris, or he will be riding the Triple A buses for a long time. He's ticketed for Triple A.

What to do with Marshall?
Likely destined for Triple A, unless he can beat Carmen Pignatello out for a bullpen spot as the # 2 lefty. Just because he starts the year in Des Moines doesn't mean he won't help the Cubs in 2008.

by MDBNIU on Mar 10, 2008 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions

stupid time change

I want some baseball NOW, not at 3:00pm!

You can't quiet THE RIOT (riotshirts.com)

by TipsyMcStagger on Mar 10, 2008 2:17 PM CDT reply actions

Well

If you think about it technically the timing of the game didnt change just the number on the clock----

"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry "I strongly dislike Steve Stone." ---Hammer

by Hammer on Mar 10, 2008 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions

It's official! My Spring Training has started!

Getting on a plane tomorrow for sunny Arizona for a few days. I'll try to provide some on-site reporting, but Al will be down there as well, so how can I out-report the master?

Anyway. to prepare for my trip, I shaved my beard off and gave myself a pseudo-military haircut. 1/4" on top, 1/8" on the sides and some 1/16" edgework. I'm gonna save so much money on shampoo...

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Mar 10, 2008 2:19 PM CDT reply actions

Ballhawk

Have fun! Sounds like you're prepared.

by Tangled Up In Blue on Mar 10, 2008 2:22 PM CDT up reply actions

yep, I want to make sure I get a nice even...

massive sunburn all over.

Well, not ALL over. I will spare the other Cubs fans out there the pain of snow-blindness by keeping my shirt ON...

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Mar 10, 2008 2:31 PM CDT up reply actions

LOL!

I hear you there, my pale friend.

by Tangled Up In Blue on Mar 10, 2008 2:43 PM CDT up reply actions

I'll be down on Thursday

Old Style is the nectar of life.

by Mordecai on Mar 10, 2008 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions

Lucky you!!!

Have a great time and cheer for those Cubs.

by sue369 on Mar 10, 2008 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions

MLB TV / audio

Anyone else get asked to pay up trying to access the feed today? Up until today, for spring games I was able to log in presumably under last year's subscription.

Why does everybody stand up and sing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" when they're already there? ~Larry Anderson

by JohnM on Mar 10, 2008 2:55 PM CDT reply actions

re: MLB TV / audio

I received an e-mail a couple weeks ago telling me that my Gameday Audio subscription had been automatically renewed.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions

yep - same thing here

looks like we can no longer live off of last year's laurels...

I'm going to hold off on re-upping though until I see what happens with Cubs Club or whatever it's called. Although it curdles my stomach lining to give Bud Lite any money, CubsCam is a pretty cool feature...

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Mar 10, 2008 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions

stupid q but

is the game on 720 today?

by Kchance on Mar 10, 2008 2:57 PM CDT reply actions

Speaking of audio...

...there is none, thus far. Al was correct in his main post that the KLAA link is for the A's/Angels game, not the Cubs/Brewers game. There's another "mlb.com" link and it appears to be "working," so to speak. Unfortunately, it's playing nothing but dead air.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:05 PM CDT reply actions

Having the same sound of silence

by SouthernCub on Mar 10, 2008 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions

Hello darkness my old friend...

Lou Brown: "My kinda team, Charlie, my kinda team..."

by ballhawk on Mar 10, 2008 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions

it's on now...

by SouthernCub on Mar 10, 2008 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions

Now mostly off again...

I can barely hear muffled voices in the background, but can't make anything out.

Must be technical difficulties.

by SouthernCub on Mar 10, 2008 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions

Mine came on briefly, too...

...then went off again. I've got total silence here now.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions

nothing here as well

One of Us!One Of Us!

by HerrProf on Mar 10, 2008 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions

but i can watch mlb.tv

qith my audio account.. Problem solved?

One of Us!One Of Us!

by HerrProf on Mar 10, 2008 3:08 PM CDT up reply actions

I'm watching on MLB also

but I missed how Theriot got on base. How did he get on base? I saw the walk by Dome, though. Gee, that guy has a good eye. Patience at the plate.

by zevkalman on Mar 10, 2008 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions

You can watch on MLB tv?

with just a Gameday Audio account? Do tell...

by SouthernCub on Mar 10, 2008 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions

Im pretty sure

mlb.tv is free for audio subscribers during spring training.

One of Us!One Of Us!

by HerrProf on Mar 10, 2008 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions

Wait...

...now mine seems to be working again. Try closing the audio window and then reopening it by (re-)clicking the link.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:12 PM CDT reply actions

And we have sound...

by SouthernCub on Mar 10, 2008 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions

And what a pleasant sound it is!

3-0 Cubs and DeRo at the plate.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:16 PM CDT up reply actions

my audio is working now

AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 3:12 PM CDT reply actions

god,

it would be nice to get a run or 2 in the first inning all the time. rich hill has to love it.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:13 PM CDT reply actions

ARam hits two-run double...

...Cubs 2-0 in first.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:13 PM CDT reply actions

ramirez!!!

two rbi double

AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 3:13 PM CDT reply actions

Aram

rbi double score theriot and fuku

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:14 PM CDT reply actions

Nice to see him using the RF line

I love the way he goes to right in clutch situations. The guy hardly ever wastes an AB!

by Mike Vails Evil Twin on Mar 10, 2008 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions

Theriot and Fukudome

Took me a minute to get the MLB feed working...

How did Theriot and Fukudome get on?

by John Q Freejazz on Mar 10, 2008 3:20 PM CDT up reply actions

Per Gameday...

...Theriot single, Dome walked.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:21 PM CDT up reply actions

josh kroger

lines one of the top of a leaping rickie weeks glove, gets a single. scores aram from 2nd.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:14 PM CDT reply actions

3-0

n/a.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions

3-0...

Pile it on, keeping it up from yesterday!

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by sanantonecub on Mar 10, 2008 3:15 PM CDT reply actions

Mark Derosa

lines one out of play. kid dives in stands and cathces it. nice play. then derosa grounds to SS. no play at second, hes out at first.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:16 PM CDT reply actions

Chubby kid with a web gem!

on DeRosa's foul drive.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:16 PM CDT reply actions

I hope he makes SC

Deserves it.

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by sanantonecub on Mar 10, 2008 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions

Bush's stuff...

looks really really good...nice to see us getting hits and scoring runs off a him.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:17 PM CDT reply actions

yes.

he seems to have nice movement on the fastball.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:19 PM CDT up reply actions

henry blanco

takes fastball down the middle. 0-1
fouls off a 2-seamer. 0-2
takes curveball outside. 1-2
line 2 seam fastball to 2b. 3rd out

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:18 PM CDT reply actions

Pie is going to

have a procedure done today for his little problem he had last week. Was going to wait but he had a lot of discomfort. Will be out 3-4 days.

by sue369 on Mar 10, 2008 3:19 PM CDT reply actions

"Little Problem"?!

Ahem - it is the "center of our man-ness universe" - that's all, Sue.

Wait 'til next year. And the next. And the Next. And the next after that too.

by TheEman on Mar 10, 2008 3:24 PM CDT up reply actions

I was

trying ot be polite and not actually say (tt). :-)

by sue369 on Mar 10, 2008 3:32 PM CDT up reply actions

LOL!

That's ok. ;-)

Wait 'til next year. And the next. And the Next. And the next after that too.

by TheEman on Mar 10, 2008 3:37 PM CDT up reply actions

That Catch

That kids dive was amazing. He dove up the birm to get it.

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:19 PM CDT reply actions

Weeks

Shows bunt, takes strike 0-1
Ball 1-1
Bunt poped up, Hill catches 1 out

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:21 PM CDT reply actions

Rickie Weeks

Shows bunt and takes fastball outside for called strike. 0-1
Fastball inside, 1-1.
Bunt popped between 1st and pitchers mound, Hill has to come in for it and cathces it

1 out.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:21 PM CDT reply actions

MiamiCanes,

you wanna split half innings?

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:22 PM CDT reply actions

Sounds good

You take top of the innings

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:24 PM CDT up reply actions

Hill's curve...

is almost not fair.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:22 PM CDT reply actions

Nunez

Foul 0-1
Curve, Strike 0-2
Fouled off
Striked out, looking 2 outs

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:23 PM CDT reply actions

Base hit

1 on

2 outs

Fielder up

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:24 PM CDT reply actions

hmm

gameday apparently thinks koyie hill is pitching..q

Live is boring until March 31st strolls by..

by Chanman25 on Mar 10, 2008 3:25 PM CDT reply actions

It also still thinks Andres Blanco is catching.

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by Bildo1805 on Mar 10, 2008 3:41 PM CDT up reply actions

Fielder

strike 0-1
base hit cf, almost play at 3rd on cappler

man on 3rd 1st 2 outs

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:25 PM CDT reply actions

Felix..

would have thrown him out.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:26 PM CDT up reply actions

Actually...

come to think of it he wouldn't have...he would have caught Fielder's ball.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:27 PM CDT up reply actions

re: Actually...

I agree. Fuld misses the fly ball, muffs the throw and now he K's. The gap widens...

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:32 PM CDT up reply actions

Seems...

that gap is turning into the Grand Canyon.

How metaphorical.

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by Bildo1805 on Mar 10, 2008 3:33 PM CDT up reply actions

Damn that Gabe Kaplan!

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 3:27 PM CDT reply actions

ZZ Top's inspiration

The women go crazy for a sharp dressed man.

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by Bildo1805 on Mar 10, 2008 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions

Hart

stirke 0-1

swinging strike 0-2

passed ball 1-2 Kappler tries for home but goes back

check swing 2-2

pop up RF 3 outs

Cubs 3-0

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:27 PM CDT reply actions

Bats staying hot...

by Bildo1805 on Mar 10, 2008 3:28 PM CDT reply actions

Sam Fuld

Takes fastball outside. 0-1

Pitch inside. 1-1

Curveball starts high, right over middle of plate, 1-2.

Curveball comes in, strike 3 on the swing.

1 OUT

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:30 PM CDT reply actions

Rich Hill...

still can't bunt.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:31 PM CDT reply actions

Rich Hill

I missed the first strike, 0-1, lol.

Swings at fastball high, 0-2.

Curveball outside for a ball. 1-2.

Lines one out of play. 1-2.

Takes fastball low and away, 2-2.

Takes same pitch. 3-2.

Grounder to second, flips ball out of glove to 1B.

2 OUT.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:32 PM CDT reply actions

Sam Fuld...

Still can't hit. Lefties...righties... just pitchers in general.

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by CubsBullsBears on Mar 10, 2008 3:34 PM CDT reply actions

Except of course for...

the Arizona Fall League pitchers...he rules those guys.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions

The SHow or 2k8?

Hey guys, didn't want to start a new diary for this obviously but I was just wondering what was the better game to buy. MLB 08 The Show or MLB 2k8? Thanks for your opinion.

by dkowal22 on Mar 10, 2008 3:35 PM CDT reply actions

There have already been...

to diaries on this subject. Use the "search" feature K?

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions

I have 2k8 for Xbox 360.

The graphics are great. Controls are creative and hard to get, but once you getit, its pretty cool. Lots of MiLB teams and stadiums. I believe each team has 3 MiLB teams. Theres also a type of baseball card thing that seems pretty cool.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:37 PM CDT up reply actions

Ryan Theriot

Takes fastball inner half of plate, 0-1.

Curveball outside, 1-1.

Misses attempt at bunt for a hit, 1-2.

Foul ball, 1-2.

Pitch is low, 2-2.

Cureball inside, 3-2.

Swings at curveball. K.

3 OUTS.

Cubs 3- Brewers 0. On to the Bottom of 2nd.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:35 PM CDT reply actions

Alcides Escobar

Fastball insde, bunt foul 0-1

Fastball, chopper to 3rd to 1st

1 out

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:37 PM CDT reply actions

Nice play by A-Ram,

followed by a nice, strong throw.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:37 PM CDT reply actions

For those watching the game...

How's Hill looking? Someone mentioned his curve, but overall is he looking sharp? (Except for bunting)

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by CubsBullsBears on Mar 10, 2008 3:38 PM CDT reply actions

Tony Gwynn Jr

Slider outside 1-0

Fastball down 2-0

Fastball up, foul 2-1

Fastball outside corner 2-2

Slider away 3-2

Fastball way up

Walk

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:39 PM CDT reply actions

Eric Munson

Check at 1st

Fastball, base hit to LF

Gwynn at 3rd, Munson at 1st

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:40 PM CDT reply actions

Anyone know of a website

that tells you each pitchers repertoire?

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:41 PM CDT reply actions

Dave Bush

Fastball in 1-0

Fastball in, basehit to RF

Gwynn in Munson 2nd, Bush at 1st

Cubs 3-1

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:42 PM CDT reply actions

poop

by sue369 on Mar 10, 2008 3:42 PM CDT reply actions

Weeks

Fastball basehit LF

Munson in, Bush to 3rd, Weeks at 2nd

Cubs 3-2

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:42 PM CDT reply actions

Hill starting to get hit...

wonder if he'll regroup and stop trying to throw his "fastball" by these guys and pitch.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:43 PM CDT reply actions

come on hill

settle down

AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 3:43 PM CDT reply actions

Nunez

Fastball chopper up the middle out at 1st

Bush in, Weeks at 3rd

CUbs3-3

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:43 PM CDT reply actions

That looked like a curve to me...

just saying.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:44 PM CDT up reply actions

Thank You

Sorry just trying to keep up

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:48 PM CDT up reply actions

what the hell?

Hill is losing it...

ZAMBRANO!

by KChiCubs on Mar 10, 2008 3:44 PM CDT reply actions

Kapler

Fastball in 1-0

Curve down 2-0

Fastball basehit down LF line

Weeks in, Kapler to 2nd

Brewers 4-3

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:44 PM CDT reply actions

Settle down

Rich.

by sue369 on Mar 10, 2008 3:45 PM CDT reply actions

I guess..

he's working on locating his fastball today. He sure can locate it in the strike zone this inning.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:45 PM CDT reply actions

CSN

is really in spring training form. Theyve messed up the count numerous times, and i dk if this is they're fault, but hills threw a fastball that seemed to havea little extra, maybe even 95 MPH, and it was clocked at 81.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:46 PM CDT reply actions

I'll just...

about guarantee he didn't throw 95. If it actually was 81, thats around the speed he throws that little change he's been working on. But I'm not watching the game so I can't really be sure.

In Bo I trust.

by Schwa on Mar 10, 2008 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions

Fielder

Fastball down 1-0

Fastball 1-1

Curve, swinging strike 1-2

Fastball out 2-2

Checkswing, strikeout

3 outs

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:47 PM CDT reply actions

Kosuke Fukudome

Comcast misses first pitch. 0-1.

Curveball away. 1-1.

Fastball low and away. 1-1.

2 Seamer inside taken. 2-2.

Curveball low in the dirt, 3-2.

2 seam low but in the zone, foul tipped and caught for strike 3.

1 OUT.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:50 PM CDT reply actions

Derek Lee

2 seam, up and in. 1-0.

Curveball taken. 1-1.

Fastball up and away, he tries to take it to LF but line to Rickie Weeks at 2B.

2 OUT

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:51 PM CDT reply actions

lee seems to be struggling this spring

well better to do it now than in a month

Live is boring until March 31st strolls by..

by Chanman25 on Mar 10, 2008 3:52 PM CDT reply actions

Aramis Ramirez

2 seam up and away, swing and a miss. 0-1.

fastball same place, fouled away. 0-2.

Curve ball low, 1-2.

Slider away, strike 3 on the swing.

Going into bottom of 3rd, Brewers 4- Cubs 3.

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by LilLPLancer23 on Mar 10, 2008 3:53 PM CDT reply actions

Corey Hart

Fastball inside, strike 0-1

Changeup in 1-1

pitch in 2-1

Changeup up and away 3-1

fastball up, basehit LF

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:55 PM CDT reply actions

Alicdes Escobar

base hit LF

Hart to 2nd, Escobar to 1st

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:56 PM CDT reply actions

Thanks Miami

I had a meeting cancelled today, and I thought that I would have to suffer through Gameday.

I dont like what I am reading, but thanks again.

by louslovechild on Mar 10, 2008 3:58 PM CDT reply actions

Tony Gwynn Jr

Fastball in 1-0

pitch away 2-0

pitch in 2-1

hit to 3rd base out at 1st

1 out

Hart at 3rd, Escobar 2nd

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 3:58 PM CDT reply actions

That was...

a great running bare-handed scoop and throw by Aramis.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 3:59 PM CDT up reply actions

Eric Munson

Pitch away 1-0

pitch away 1-1

pitch up 1-2

curve ball, check swing, strikeout

2 outs

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 4:00 PM CDT reply actions

Dave Bush

Bush walks

Bases loaded

Hill is coming out, Lehay is coming in

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 4:02 PM CDT reply actions

For Rich Hill...

Game Over. Didn't look like a #3 pitcher today.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions

Comcast's radar is messed up

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions

Ouch.

Wow, Filthy Rich not so filthy today.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions

im a little dissapointed with hill today.

AC 00 00 00 - BELIEVE

by mike @ Bleed Cubbie Blue on Mar 10, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions

Rickie Weeks is up

Lahey pitching

Slider away 1-0

Fastball down 2-0

Slider, foul 2-1

Fastball down, foul 2-2

Fastball, swinging strike three end of the inning

Brewers 4-3

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 4:07 PM CDT reply actions

It's spring training

I don't really care how Hill does, he's a proven big league pitcher who should get better. For anyone who cares Hill had a 5.17 era in spring training last year.

by cubsfan25 on Mar 10, 2008 4:07 PM CDT reply actions

re: It's spring training

Waitaminute. You mean Hill's poor outing today isn't going send him into a steady downward spiral of shame and self-loathing that consumes his life savings, estranges him from his friends and family, and leaves him a bitter, withered shell of his former self?

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions

Nah...

he'll probably just go into the clubhouse and watch some old tapes of LaTroy Hawkins...that should cheer him up.

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 4:15 PM CDT up reply actions

my internet keeps going in and out

someone will have to keep the updates coming

sorry i will try to make it bakc on later

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 4:14 PM CDT reply actions

You internet is doing what?

(ahem).....

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions

every 30 seconds it kicks me off

by miamicanes on Mar 10, 2008 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions

Ha, that went over his head

Although, I wonder if Al will let you post a pic?

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by Hammer on Mar 10, 2008 4:26 PM CDT up reply actions

Lahey works a 1-2-3...

...in the bottom of the 4th. Still 4-3 Brewers.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 4:19 PM CDT reply actions

Cubs go 1-2-3 as well...

...4-3 Brewers middle of the fifth.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 4:24 PM CDT reply actions

Get off the ledge folks

BUT DEROSA is BATTING ZERO THIS SPRING....Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

"Hey.....Cubs win!!!" ---Harry "I strongly dislike Steve Stone." ---Hammer

by Hammer on Mar 10, 2008 4:27 PM CDT reply actions

Is Lou conceding this game...

...but putting in Les Walrond? Discuss.

Ladies and gentlemen, your 2008 Chicago Cubs starting outfield: Soriano-Pie-Fukudome. Let it be.

by daver on Mar 10, 2008 4:29 PM CDT reply actions

maybe

he doesnt want the brewers to get looks at his acual bullpen arms

by Kchance on Mar 10, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions

I am getting a little faclempt (sp)

Talk amongst yourself, here Ill give you a topic. Sam Fuld is neither a major leaguer or good at baseball, discuss.

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by Hammer on Mar 10, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions

The Cubs concede...

... any inning Les Walrond pitches. He must have inherited the Neifi Perez Memorial Collection Of Compromising Photos Of Jim Hendry.

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by Al Yellon on Mar 10, 2008 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions

Another round of roster cuts must be on the way

Another poor outing gives justification for cutting Walrond sooner rather than later...

by John Q Freejazz on Mar 10, 2008 4:38 PM CDT up reply actions

Walrond's career is justification for cutting him.

n/t

by Tangled Up In Blue on Mar 10, 2008 4:40 PM CDT up reply actions

Now he is...

Shingo Takatsu is warming up in the 'pen.

by John Q Freejazz on Mar 10, 2008 4:43 PM CDT up reply actions

Who says Fonty lacks arm strength

that throw from short to 2nd was a bullet!

by akcubfan on Mar 10, 2008 4:40 PM CDT reply actions

i know someone who won't be playing OF

for the Cubs....
COUGH CEDENO

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by TkGoUWGB on Mar 10, 2008 5:07 PM CDT reply actions

just inexpierence

...that is why he's out there now

by cubswin14 on Mar 10, 2008 5:10 PM CDT up reply actions

Milwaukee fans are trying to start the wave

Yawn....

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Mar 10, 2008 5:23 PM CDT reply actions

Hoff-power!

Nice double to deep center. This guy is raking.

by John Q Freejazz on Mar 10, 2008 5:29 PM CDT reply actions

Casey McGhee

Singles. Runners on 1st and 3rd. No out.

by Tangled Up In Blue on Mar 10, 2008 5:29 PM CDT reply actions

First two reach base

For the Cubs in the 9th. No outs... tying run up to bat in the form of Kroeger

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Mar 10, 2008 5:29 PM CDT reply actions

Double play with a score

4-6 with one more out to play with

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Mar 10, 2008 5:30 PM CDT reply actions

and just like that....

Kroger 6-4-3. Run scores. 6-4 Brewers. Two out.

by Tangled Up In Blue on Mar 10, 2008 5:30 PM CDT reply actions

A. Blanco grounds out

And that's the ballgame, folks.

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Mar 10, 2008 5:30 PM CDT reply actions

Yes...

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 5:34 PM CDT up reply actions

We lost to the Brewers...again...

how many games behind are we now?

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

by santoswoodenlegs on Mar 10, 2008 5:31 PM CDT reply actions

Last I checked

We're tied for first with STL, PIT, HOU, CIN, and yes, MIL.

There is no place like Nebraska - Go Huskers!

by sanantonecub on Mar 10, 2008 5:31 PM CDT up reply actions

Dusty?

First pitch swinging in the 9th inning. I guess if they hit doubles and homers, nobody is complaining. But they are the Cubs-- so they tend to ground out.

But it's ST-- and I don't care.

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by ExNorthsider on Mar 10, 2008 5:34 PM CDT reply actions

Budweiser Tent

UW-Platteville alumni enjoyed watching the game from the Budweiser pavillion in right field. Brewers' fans were especially pleased with the outcome of the game.

by davewillie on Mar 17, 2008 1:26 PM CDT reply actions