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Game Thread #2: Brewers (1-0) at Cubs (0-1)

Jeff Suppan versus Ted Lilly.  Lilly's a lefty, so Gabe Kapler gets the start in center, batting second...that should be interesting.

Start time is 1:20, lineups after the jump.  Go Brewers!

Star-divide

Brewers:

2B Rickie Weeks
CF Gabe Kapler
1B Prince Fielder
LF Ryan Braun
3B Bill Hall
RF Corey Hart
SS J.J. Hardy
RHP Jeff Suppan
C Jason Kendall

Cubs

(Maybe not official, but from a commenter at the Bizarro BCB)

SS Theriot
LF Soriano
1B Lee
3B Ramirez
RF Fukudome
2B Derosa
C Soto
CF Pie
P Lilly

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Kapler

I am getting sick already... MVP of the first game, and a day rest, and Yost benches Gwynn for a minor league manager...

I need this win more than another as my Marquette Basketball team is at a tipping point right now that could mark the end of a good run.

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 11:56 AM CDT reply actions  

Ned and his 149 different line-ups

Completely agree, why are we doing this already, since when did Nedly decide to have a platoon in center till Cameron comes back?

by Scooter82 on Apr 2, 2008 12:01 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wasn't he saying that all spring?

I thought a center field platoon was the plan basically since camp opened. It would be more frustrating if he'd been saying that all along and then played Gwynn in the lineup because of the "hot hand" syndrome based on one game.

"He would have been among the league leaders in batting average for a majority of the season had he had enough plate appearances."

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 12:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

Gwynn Please...

I do not like this move...especially having Kapler in the 2 hole. Yost must see the matrix, because all he seems to care about are statistics. Gwynn won game 1 for us offensively & DEFENSIVELY. I highly doubt Kapler will be making over the shoulder catches at the wall. I want Gwynn in just for his defense.

Watching Yovani pitch probably compares to driving a Lamborghini Gallardo.

by TAPmoney on Apr 2, 2008 12:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's a new season...

...and I'm giving Nedly the benefit of the doubt that he knows what he's doing. He did pretty well on Opening Day; I'd like to see if I can make it through the first week of baseball without complaining about him.

I'm guessing that on Saturday, Yost is going to take Braun out of the game in the 7th for Kapler as a defensive replacement, and then I'll go back to hating him.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's funny

There are legions of people that are already far more upset with Yost than I am. If it weren't for this Kapler foolishness, I'd be giving him high marks on the season.

Ah well. It's early.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

it's odd

I'm not quite as virulently anti-Ned as some, but I'm pretty close.

And platooning Kapler and Gwynn seems perfectly reasonable to me. I do like platoons, and I'm not very optimistic about Gwynn. Gwynn is probably the better defender, while Kapler has the platoon advantage versus lefties and might hit the ball multiple hundreds of feet. Given we're probably talking about no more than 10 starts between now and Cameron's return, it doesn't seem like something to get worked up about.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yeah

But can he bunt?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

probably, yes

I think that's the first interview question when being considered for a minor league managerial job.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's not the platoon

It's hitting them in the 2nd spot. Like I said, I think the team is much better if you give those extra 3-4 ABs per week to Hart.

But, it's not really a big deal. Lineup construction is a pretty small thing.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Absolutely

What has Nedly got against Hart? How much more does the kid have to do to prove he needs to be higher in the order!

The Wallbangers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!

by 80badger on Apr 2, 2008 12:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

He's being Yosty

He said Cameron is going to hit in the 2 spot, and dammit, he's going to hit in the 2 spot. Whoever plays in place of Cameron will also need to hit in the 2 spot, because if someone like Hart thrives there, he won't be able to justify moving him when Cameron returns.

It's all about Ned saying what he's going to do, and then clapping his handing over his ears and yelling when someone tries to suggest a different approach.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

it's too bad Kapler can't catch

because (a) then he and Ned could really have a budding romance, and (b) having Kapler in the lineup wouldn't hurt the offense at all.

Kapler probably has a better arm than Kendall, too.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:23 PM CDT up reply actions  

Who says he can't?

Is there any real doubt he's the emergency catcher?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 12:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

hmm, I don't know

I think Billy was the default emergency catcher the last couple of years, but yeah, it makes sense that Kapler would be the guy. He's definitely the guy who the Brewers wouldn't miss if he got hurt emergency catching.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

It was Gross last year

Seem to recall it being an issue in the 13 inning game at Wrigley.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

right!

he of the good arm. Gross was also the 13th (or 14th, or whatever) pitcher, I think.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

I thought

that Graffy was the emergency catcher last year?

Formerly "Ball and Glove"

by Stoa on Apr 2, 2008 1:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes, but who's grittier?

Do you get more grit from being out of baseball and making the roster as a non-roster invitee, or from years of major league experience despite fading skills?

by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 2, 2008 12:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Intern

Kapler and Counsell are so gritty that the Brewers have an intern whose only job is to follow them around with a broom.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:26 PM CDT up reply actions   2 recs

yeah

of course you're right. but i've long since given up on reasonable lineup construction. I'm really psyched that ned has the cojones to go with Kendall at #9, and willing to forgive the rest of the conventional wisdom mistakes for that.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

I agree

Kapler is going to have to prove his worth today. He was supposed to be a good bench player and now he is hitting in the 2 hole for us against the Cubs. Depending on how this game goes, I'll be giving Yost some slack or will continue my intense dislike for his managerial decisions.

Watching Yovani pitch probably compares to driving a Lamborghini Gallardo.

by TAPmoney on Apr 2, 2008 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Agreed

First of all I like Gwynn. But if he were the answer, Melvin would not have gone out to get Cameron.

Secondly, I think a platoon is fine too. Kapler is decent against lefties, and has a decent contact rate. Also it puts Gwynn in a position to impact the game late, as a pinch runner or lefty off the bench. He could also be a defensive replacement for Braun late.

I might swap JJ and Gabe when he starts (#2 and #7) but overall I don't have a problem with it.

by grant76 on Apr 2, 2008 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

What

You didn't expect the Nedster to jerk Gwynn in an out of the lineup? If Gwynn gets consistent playing time and does well, how will they explain it when TG gets sent down after 25 games while Gross continues to suck up a roster spot.

And you're better off without Creen. He's the basketball version of Ron Zook.

by Getting Yosted on Apr 2, 2008 12:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

If I had a signature

This would be it.

And you're better off without Creen. He's the basketball version of Ron Zook.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:08 PM CDT up reply actions  

Depends

On a lot of things... if they can't lineup a good replacement for Crean, Marquette has the potential to be near the bottom of the Big East... especially if a lot of recruits decide to leave...

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 12:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Go Panthers

Yeah, I don't have kind feelings toward Marquette, so we won't be able to commiserate :)

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

marquette

does marquette even have a baseball team? if they do, I'm pretty sure it's not NCAA D-1, 2, or 3, or NAIA. I always think it's fascinating when a school has a powerhouse in one sport and nothing in another.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe

I don't know about the basketball team, but they sure produce some fine dentists.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

As far as I know

The UW-Milwaukee Panthers are the only Division 1 team in the state.

(and as a UWM alum, I'm with Marty)

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 12:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

yes, that's true

Parkside is the only D2 team, and then there's a conference full of D3 teams, like Stevens Point, Oshkosh, Whitewater, Superior, and a couple of others. (Jordan Zimmerman, a Nats draftee in the supp. 1st round last year, came from Stevens Point.)

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:22 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am such a friggin' nerd

Here are all the WI schools in my database, which should include NCAA 1, 2, and 3, plus NAIA:

Beloit College
Cardinal Stritch
Carroll College (Wisconsin)
Carthage College
Concordia University (Wisconsin)
Edgewood College
Lakeland College
Lawrence University
Maranatha Baptist Bible College
Marian College (Wisconsin)
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Northland College
Ripon College
St. Norbert College
Viterbo
University of Wisconsin La Crosse
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
University of Wisconsin Parkside
University of Wisconsin Platteville
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point
University of Wisconsin Stout
University of Wisconsin Superior
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Wisconsin Lutheran College

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

UW-Madison

I thought you forgot to include University of Wisconsin Madison on that list, but then I remembered we only have a club baseball team. :(

Watching Yovani pitch probably compares to driving a Lamborghini Gallardo.

by TAPmoney on Apr 2, 2008 12:40 PM CDT up reply actions  

incidentally

one of the first baseball teams of any kind in Wisconsin was a UW-Madison team, right after the civil war.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

I have nothing against the NJCAA

but I already have 1119 teams in my database, and that's quite enough already.

seriously, though, one of my clients is making noises about wanting JC coverage, and that might be my big project for next season.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good luck with that

I'm sure you'll be even more frustrated with rampant misspellings and shoddy statkeeping.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 12:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

no question

though, interestingly enough, i've found that many of the D2 and D3 teams I'm covering are much, much better than some sloppy D1 teams. My biggest concern is my hard drive -- the player database just crossed the 35,000 mark.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

For some reason

I get the feeling the offense will need to score a lot to win today.

"He would have been among the league leaders in batting average for a majority of the season had he had enough plate appearances."

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 12:01 PM CDT reply actions  

FWIW

April is Soup's best month.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 12:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wow

We've only played one game, and we're 1 1/2 games up on Houston.

(If you haven't seen this yet, scroll down on the right sidebar to where the record is displayed. There's a link to "division standings," which pops right up without taking you to another page.)

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:38 PM CDT reply actions  

but...

you have to be on the home page to view that?? Is there anyway to have that information in the comments pages?

Watching Yovani pitch probably compares to driving a Lamborghini Gallardo.

by TAPmoney on Apr 2, 2008 12:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

yep, only on the home page

I might be able to put it on the comments pages. lemme check.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:43 PM CDT up reply actions  

ask and ye shall receive

I put a few new things on the comments pages -- record, division standings, as well as the fanshots list.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sweeet!!!

Looks good thanks.

Watching Yovani pitch probably compares to driving a Lamborghini Gallardo.

by TAPmoney on Apr 2, 2008 12:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wind blowing hard from right to left

Advantage: Brewers

I'm saying braun hits 2 bombs today.

by brewfan2 on Apr 2, 2008 12:47 PM CDT reply actions  

Calling it now

I'll go with 3 from Braun today.

Fukudome goes hitless.

Ned Yost's Brewers: Braun Over Brains

by SRB on Apr 2, 2008 12:48 PM CDT up reply actions  

My HR predictions...

Braun 1
Prince 2
&
Kapler 4 (Yost sees the matrix)

Watching Yovani pitch probably compares to driving a Lamborghini Gallardo.

by TAPmoney on Apr 2, 2008 12:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

Gagne

He's on pace to give up more runs this year than the entire Angels pitching staff.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 12:49 PM CDT reply actions  

Hopefully...

Yesterday woke up Gagne and he now has little windshield wipers installed on his glasses. He looked so stupid when he was fanning his face.

Watching Yovani pitch probably compares to driving a Lamborghini Gallardo.

by TAPmoney on Apr 2, 2008 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

In his defense

He's also on pace to get 162 wins this season

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 12:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Vs. Fukudome

Is it a bigger disadvantage to a batter to have never seen a pitcher before, or for the pitcher to have very little information on the batter?

With Fukudome, I wonder if he's being helped mostly by the fact that there isn't a "book" on him yet. In spring training, he seemed to stop hitting as much as more games were played.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 12:51 PM CDT reply actions  

New site

Hey, just wanted to say great job on the new site, very impressive!

Personally, I think we got hosed on that one! - Harry Doyle

by reverse24 on Apr 2, 2008 1:06 PM CDT reply actions  

MLB Radio

So what's the deal with MLB Radio? It didn't work on opening day, and I'm still not able to log in. It doesn't even give me the opportunity to log in. Anyone else having this issue, or know what I'm doing wrong?

by Getting Yosted on Apr 2, 2008 1:11 PM CDT reply actions  

Lost of Problems

I had that happen yesterday. Last year I had to install the AC3 codec or it wouldn't play, and on Opening day the feed just dropped and couldn't get back into their site.

by SgtClueLs on Apr 2, 2008 1:31 PM CDT up reply actions  

In play, run(s)

Always a beautiful thing to see on Gameday for the first pitch to your leadoff hitter.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Kapler

Now batting .173 against Lily

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 1:25 PM CDT reply actions  

Braun

Hits it onto Waveland as well, but foul.

by oconnobe on Apr 2, 2008 1:27 PM CDT reply actions  

I called in sick to work today....

'Cause I think I have strep throat.

But it won't stop me from watching the Crew!

by behnke411 on Apr 2, 2008 1:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Live Blogging

I'm trying to live blog this game over at http://throwingcheese.blogspot.com.

It's a little difficult since I'm not actually WATCHING the game...

Regards, Bloody P

by bloodyp on Apr 2, 2008 1:35 PM CDT reply actions  

well then by all means...

I'll want to read your "live" blog!

by balldeagle on Apr 2, 2008 1:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

oh my god

jj must have missed the memo that the brewers weren't going to take any pitches today

by somethingvague on Apr 2, 2008 1:43 PM CDT reply actions  

malkmus

here is a strange little interview I just found where Stephen Malkmus big ups Ryan Braun and Corey Hart. Stop reading when he starts talking about the NBA (nobody bashes my Baron and gets away with it) but it's pretty cool to see how big of a Brewers fan he is.

by somethingvague on Apr 2, 2008 1:47 PM CDT reply actions  

First DP of the year

Nice of the defense to do that after Suppan walked Fukudome on four pitches.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 1:51 PM CDT reply actions  

Hmmm

Would Braun have made either of Hall's plays today?

by oconnobe on Apr 2, 2008 1:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Love the GIDP

The Wallbangers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!

by 80badger on Apr 2, 2008 1:52 PM CDT reply actions  

HD-TV

i wish more games were televised in high-def .. ive become spoiled i guess

by BrewerBlue87 on Apr 2, 2008 1:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Does anybody with Charter HDTV know how it works when FSN does show the game in HD? Is there a separate channel created for that game on that day?

This site has the schedule, if anybody hasn't found it yet.

by cwgannon on Apr 2, 2008 1:57 PM CDT up reply actions  

A balk!

Balks are always interesting. Instant drama.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:04 PM CDT reply actions  

What was the balk call, what did Lilly do?

The Wallbangers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!

by 80badger on Apr 2, 2008 2:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

The Rock sez

DLee played away from the bag, as if the pitch were going home and not to first. Apparently, that's a no-no. BA says Prince was called for that last season, though I don't remember it.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

i remember

he was called for it because he wasn't on the bag we he recieved the throw

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

brauns D

looking good, but still scaring me a lil bit

by BrewerBlue87 on Apr 2, 2008 2:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Giant

strike zone for both teams again today. Hope this isn't going to be the norm.

by Braunstalker on Apr 2, 2008 2:08 PM CDT reply actions  

interestingly

a few sources online (i just googled fieldin culbreth) suggest that he traditionally has a pretty tight zone. maybe he has been 'encouraged' by the powers that be to call more strikes.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

lillys

lillys leg went behind the rubber, plus D Lee was making a move towards his fielding position, both illegal, unless a pitch is thrown

by BrewerBlue87 on Apr 2, 2008 2:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Jim Powell's excellent analysis

"The starting rotations are somewhat comparable depending on who has a good year and who doesn't."

Gee, thanks.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Mock Jim Powell

at your own peril. You don't want a sportsbubbler to crash down on you, do you?

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

bah

his stupid "think of the season as chapters in a book" thing last year was insulting.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Heh

At least use 18-game "innings" if you're going to split the season into parts, right?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:15 PM CDT up reply actions  

Whaaaa?

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

do the math

162/18 =9

The Wallbangers won because they played the game like kids! Let's do that again!!!

by 80badger on Apr 2, 2008 2:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Heh

I'm sure the last thing Jim Powell wants to do is spend more time having to "blog."

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

ah, Bill Hall

Doesn't get any better than this. Well, if I could watch the game instead of listening to the audio stream, maybe

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 2:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice play by Hall

That didn't look easy.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:14 PM CDT reply actions  

Braun

I'm sure he'll get called cocky again for clapping as he popped up at second base, but Soriano will get a free pass for hopping in the outfield as he caught Prince's fly out.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Yes

I was just going to comment on the Soriano hop. Boy, does Braun like LH pitching or what?

by oconnobe on Apr 2, 2008 2:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lou

A friend sent this to me... I find it hilarious... Lou getting into his car on Clark Street, about a block from Wrigley... I love street view on google so much!

http://maps.google.com/maphp?ie=UTF8&ll=41.950027,-87.653496&spn=0.01023,0.019269&z=16&layer=c&cbll=41.946702,-87.656063&cbp=1,59.26822691026359,,1,21.015685839174928

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 2:18 PM CDT reply actions  

link

doesn't work...just sends you to google maps

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

awesome

I had to cut and paste the whole link to see the pic

by Oakland Brewer Fan on Apr 2, 2008 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

am I

the only one who thinks that's creepy and weird and not something that should be legal?

by somethingvague on Apr 2, 2008 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

The Pentagon agrees with you

See here.

I've seen other articles of people mad their license plates and kids show up and there's a few objectionable pictures that have been caught as well.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:27 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm sure

that the Pentagon just wants a monopoly on illegal spying and invasion of privacy

by somethingvague on Apr 2, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Google

Seems to do things, not truly concerned with the ramifcations... but it is nice to be able to see where you need to turn, instead of jsut street names... kind of fun!

Another example would be Google scanning EVERY BOOK in EVERY LIBRARY and posting them online... if you want to print out some books for free... I did!

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am a little creeped out

But it is the public property, the streets... I just don't know where you draw the line... I went to my parent's home, and saw a car in the driveway I didn't recognize... I could search the Liscense Plate and see who was there, kind of freaky!

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 2:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Link doesn't work

Need to copy and paste it into your browser

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 2:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

breaking news

JDLR has cleared waivers, so apparently he's headed to Colorado--which probably means he's headed to Colorado Springs to join Jose Capellan.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Billy RBI

Good to see.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:21 PM CDT reply actions  

2-0

hall comes through for a change

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Very nice!

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Corey!

I think I like the middle of the order.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:22 PM CDT reply actions  

c-money

another double

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Hart

Also comes through!

by oconnobe on Apr 2, 2008 2:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Yay Hart!

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:23 PM CDT reply actions  

Lieber

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Lilly

loves him his pick-off moves

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:24 PM CDT reply actions  

Powell

Taking the opportunity to say the pitcher-batting-eighth strategy doesn't feel good right now.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:25 PM CDT reply actions  

odd

I'll bet he never in his broadcasting career saw a rally about to end with the pitcher coming up and said, "you know, this pitcher-batting-ninth strategy doesn't look like it's going to pay off here."

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Indeed

Everyone acts like Kendall could drive in that run. He'd be more likely to get hit on the elbow, and then have the pitcher kill the rally anyway.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

When kendall starts a 4-run rally next inning

...he'll be happy again.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

braun

I think braun got injured on that slide into 2nd. It looked like he was stretching out his groin and then he was slow on billy hall's hit. When he got to the dugout the trainer was with him.

God i hope he's not that bad.

by brewfan2 on Apr 2, 2008 2:28 PM CDT reply actions  

Shoot

Hopefully Suppan keeps the Cubs at 1 this inning.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:29 PM CDT reply actions  

Braun should have caught that.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:30 PM CDT reply actions  

And

there goes the shutout. Damn.

by behnke411 on Apr 2, 2008 2:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Indict him?

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

that would be nice

i was thinking more of pitching around him.

by brewfan2 on Apr 2, 2008 2:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hoo boy

walk to A-Ram.

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by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:32 PM CDT reply actions  

Double play again would be nice

Might as well make Fukudome's first Cubs out twice as sweet.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:32 PM CDT reply actions  

near prophetic

nice to see that our catcher can actually throw someone out

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

it's better than that

the ex-Cub catcher, throwing a Cub baserunner out? You can hear the howling from here.

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by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

2 for 2

Fukudome getting stranded yesterday counts as a caught stealing, even though Kendall didn't throw.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Heh

I can't imagine very many people figured on a strike-'em-out, throw-'em-out double play involving the Suppan-Kendall battery.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:35 PM CDT reply actions  

DP

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:35 PM CDT reply actions  

FSN Audio - UVerse

So ATT Uverse lost audio about 20 minutes ago. I just got off the horn with ATT and they are "aware of the issue and working on it".

by SgtClueLs on Apr 2, 2008 2:36 PM CDT reply actions  

So Fukudome is human

That is comforting to know.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:36 PM CDT reply actions  

Glad Ramirez was out before that double

Now to get Soto and end this inning.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:37 PM CDT reply actions  

MLB Coaches

Can you be a major league coach without rocking back and forth in the dugout?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:40 PM CDT reply actions  

that went surprisingly well

home run, walk, double ... lucky to get out of that with only one run.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:41 PM CDT reply actions  

You run on Kendall

you pay the price.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

catcher

i like this guy....

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:43 PM CDT reply actions  

Whoa

I thought Kendall's slugging percentage would match his batting average for at least a month.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:44 PM CDT reply actions  

counsell and kendall

have all the power!

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:44 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sounds like...

A screwed up clubhouse dynamic to me.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

they've got hand...

...and they're going to need it!

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

And the 4-run rally begins...

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:44 PM CDT reply actions  

1-run rally?

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Grrrr

NO BUNTING

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:44 PM CDT reply actions  

Well

No popping up to second, either

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

watching on gameday

can someone tell me how kendall got HBP and it ended up a double?

What? You mean he hit the ball?

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 2:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Hit Ball Prettily

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:45 PM CDT reply actions  

is it just me

or is kapler barely swinging

by brewfan2 on Apr 2, 2008 2:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Ick

Right in the ribs.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:48 PM CDT reply actions  

theres your hbp

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:48 PM CDT reply actions  

The New Capps?

Ouch... make em pay Prince.. make them pay.

by SgtClueLs on Apr 2, 2008 2:49 PM CDT reply actions  

Jesus

3 hit batters in a game and a half?

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 2:49 PM CDT reply actions  

brawl, coming right up

Barrett's gone, so I like our chances.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

The only question is

Which Cub will McClung plunk in the 7th?

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 2:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

So long Lilly

Better luck next time.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:50 PM CDT reply actions  

Cubs announcers

They are very thoughtfully suggesting that THE LAST THING Lilly wanted to do there was hit Prince, with Braun coming up.

With first base open, I find that hard to believe. Especially since they intentionally walked him in the same situation on Monday.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:50 PM CDT reply actions  

I think Lilly

was pretty much coming out there unless he got Prince out.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

I doubt it was intentional

Personally, I think he was just trying to go inside without hitting him.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not saying it was intentional, per se

just saying I don't think Lilly was thinking a HBP was THE LAST thing he wanted to do there.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Commercials

Is MLB trying to make games go faster? I feel like the commercial breaks are going faster this year. Which i like.

by brewfan2 on Apr 2, 2008 2:51 PM CDT reply actions  

I think they want faster...

but I find it extremely hard to believe that commercial breaks are shorter. MLB's first priority at all times is revenue.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

Make em pay

Braun

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:52 PM CDT reply actions  

amen

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yay

Another pitcher, another run.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:52 PM CDT reply actions  

Kendall batting 9th

What do you think, Jim Powell?

by oconnobe on Apr 2, 2008 2:53 PM CDT reply actions  

hey, careful there

baseball fans aren't allowed to hold pundits accountable. it's the #1 rule of the pundit/passive-receiver-of-pundit-wisdom relationship.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 2:54 PM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Hall homer =

4-run rally.... let's go Hall!

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Doh

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 2:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

i really think corey should be in the 5 spot

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 2:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Tony Gwynn would've caught that, too

Right? :)

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 2:57 PM CDT reply actions  

I would have been 4-3

if Weeks could have gotten something on the throw.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:00 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nice

You can't find this amount of wittiness on any other blog.

by oconnobe on Apr 2, 2008 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions  

Thank God

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's kinda sad

...that I JUST NOW got the joke.

by behnke411 on Apr 2, 2008 3:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's funny

Although it took some doing to get out of a jam a couple of innings ago, you wouldn't have guessed that Sheets and Suppan had such awful spring training stats.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah

It's that whole "working on different pitches more than results" thing in March, I guess.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hart to Hart

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:05 PM CDT reply actions  

Thankfully Corey walked

So he couldn't make an out trying to bunt for a hit...

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hahahaha

Kendall would have thrown Hart out. :D

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by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:06 PM CDT reply actions  

so far this series

Brewers vs. Soto 2 SB
Cubs vs. Kendall 2 CS

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 3:07 PM CDT up reply actions  

One SB for every HBP

Coincidence?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

wow

speed demon

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:07 PM CDT reply actions  

Jeff, I can be a nerd, too

Reading up from the batter to the pitcher to second is pretty funny.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:08 PM CDT reply actions   1 recs

Har-dee-har-har

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions  

Quoth Powell

"No one is more excited about the pitcher batting eighth than Kevin Hart, I can tell you that."

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:09 PM CDT reply actions  

Of course, as Uecker says

If Kendall was batting eighth, they could've just walked him to bring up the pitcher anyway and set up the double play.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

We woulda been much better off...

... if Kendall had walked and THEN Suppan had struck out.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hmmm

Why wasn't the Soupster bunting there?

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:11 PM CDT reply actions  

Hart on third, 1 out

seems like a reasonable thing to do.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

well sure

that goes without saying.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yahoo

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:15 PM CDT reply actions  

hahahahahahahahaha

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Weird play

But whatever works, I guess.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:15 PM CDT reply actions  

3 SB and 1 E on Soto

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Man

Do the Cubs miss Kendall yet?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:16 PM CDT reply actions  

How Long

Before Zambrano jumps Soto in the dugout?

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

Instead of Zambrano vs. Barrett

Will it be Hart vs. Soto?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Nice

I'm loving that run... I have a feeling people aren't going to be heading for the El station if the Cubs are down by just three runs in the ninth.

Also, I love how Powell pours it on the Cubs fans.

by Dros on Apr 2, 2008 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

What is he saying?

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:17 PM CDT up reply actions  

oh

"Nice to hear boos from the Cubs fans in each of the first two games."

something to that effect.

by Dros on Apr 2, 2008 3:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

You know

The Cubs, they don't look like a very good baseball team.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Sundays at Miller Park

You know how on Sundays at Miller Park, after the game, they let the kids run the bases?

That's what it looks like now.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

Never too early

to start validating our actual record with our Pythagorean record.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:17 PM CDT reply actions  

I'll be glad

If and when Suppan gets through the middle of the Cubs order quickly here.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:18 PM CDT reply actions  

Kendall

If he walks just 10 more times this season, he will have walked as many times as Estrada did last season.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 3:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Without checking his at-bats so far

I'd say he's probably still a good 230 swings at the first pitch away from matching Estrada's total in that category.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

Also

(if they counted it) Kendall already has more SB this year than Estrada in his entire career.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 3:26 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sadly

It looks like it didn't count. :C

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 3:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

So can we all agree

that this is a MUST WIN game for the Cubs? I think it sounds reasonable.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:22 PM CDT reply actions  

Last year

According to Bizarro BCB, they played about a month's worth of must-win games in 2007. I think they won about half of 'em.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:24 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good game Suppan

Who's got next?

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:27 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm sure Turnbow will throw at some point today

I'm afraid we'll see Shouse for a full inning, too.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

Not a save situation

... so probably the top of the bottom of the pen... maybe McClung?

by Dros on Apr 2, 2008 3:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

Hunch

I have a theory that the Brewers are trying to change Shouse into a full inning guy.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

I think...

... they did that last year - successfully.

by Dros on Apr 2, 2008 3:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

For a while

It definitely worked for a while, but I think righties bat something like .300+ against him.*

*I'm a huge Shouse fan.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 3:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Riske

up in Brewer pen, apparently.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'd think T-Bow

gets some action as well.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Station-to-station

This has been an inning of inches, huh?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:34 PM CDT reply actions  

Bases Loaded

No outs... somehow, the pitcher batting 8th is certainly going to kill us...

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:35 PM CDT reply actions  

Even when the PH comes in

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

Look on the bright side

Someone has to score if that spot comes up.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:36 PM CDT up reply actions  

Good point

I was only joking, of course. it may not come to that though.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:37 PM CDT up reply actions  

Stuck at work...

... so I just get the live box score to keep me up to date. But 2 errors... wasn't OUR poor defense cited as a major reason why the Brewers couldn't hang with the Cubs this year?

by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 2, 2008 3:37 PM CDT reply actions  

Sheesh

It'd be nice to score someone having loaded the bases with no one out.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:38 PM CDT reply actions  

Sure would have

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ugh

Maybe a bit less painful with a four-run lead, but come on.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:38 PM CDT up reply actions  

This Cubs pitcher is just the

Wuertz.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:39 PM CDT reply actions  

I think I saw this movie last year

The failure to score with bases loaded/no outs is usually a big boost in the momentum for the other team.....

ridiculous

Personally, I think we got hosed on that one! - Harry Doyle

by reverse24 on Apr 2, 2008 3:40 PM CDT reply actions  

Bullpen

I trust the 2nd highest paid bullpen in the majors to take us home.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:41 PM CDT reply actions  

After Soup is done, of course

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:42 PM CDT up reply actions  

Haha

Kendall saw Prince running full speed and took off like a rocket in another direction.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Ick

Too bad Suppan couldn't get through the bottom of the order unscathed.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:45 PM CDT reply actions  

Torres

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:45 PM CDT reply actions  

ack. 3 run lead

so...uh...who pitches the 9th for us?

[ducks]

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 3:46 PM CDT reply actions  

i want to see

turnbow come in and pitch effectively

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 3:48 PM CDT reply actions  

If Torres can manage to get through this inning

I bet we see Turnbow in the 8th.

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

to coin a phrase

it ain't over till johnny estrada shows up in a dress and starts singin'

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 3:51 PM CDT reply actions  

Ha

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 3:51 PM CDT up reply actions  

I want Gagne

Seriously... if he can't hold a three run lead again, we know it wasn't perhaps a 1 game abberation... and better to know now than mid june...

Three run lead is the easiest save... so i would say give it to gagne!

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 3:51 PM CDT reply actions  

yeah, you're right

still...it's a lot of stress for the first two games of the season!

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 3:52 PM CDT up reply actions  

3-run save...

can't get ahead of ourselves here.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:53 PM CDT up reply actions  

very true

But if he is our closer, he has to go in until he is not our closer... had the day off yesterday... and no matter the score, if the lead is ours, I expect him in to "redeem" himself

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 3:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

I am with you

I wouldn't throw a $10mil computer away the first time it froze up.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Gagne

My brother called me last night to explain to me why he thought Gagne was finished (he's also a Bosox fan). I told him I'm willing to give him more than one game (plus his glasses were fogged up, the ump was pressing him, and jupiter was in the fourth house).

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 4:03 PM CDT up reply actions  

how about Turnbow?

... just to toy with his psyche. ;)

by keephopealive on Apr 2, 2008 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions  

Ugh

I don't like this inning. A nice routine double play ball from Theriot would be nice.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:53 PM CDT reply actions  

Okay, a short fly out is nice, too

Let's see the same from Soriano.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:56 PM CDT up reply actions  

Whew!

I think our classy cub comment of the day might have something to do with Torres' display of emotion there.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 3:58 PM CDT up reply actions  

This is ridiculous

I got out of class early and returned to my hotel, only to find that WGN isn't carrying this game. And since I'm in Chicago, my mlb.tv is blacked out. Audio stream it is.

by Marty McSuperFly on Apr 2, 2008 3:55 PM CDT reply actions  

we left the bases loaded

its only fair they don't score here

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by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 3:56 PM CDT reply actions  

nice block by kendall

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:57 PM CDT reply actions  

NICE

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 3:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Very nice Torres!

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 3:58 PM CDT reply actions  

Torres

Seems to like the drama. Both his outing so far have been a little dramatic.

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 3:58 PM CDT reply actions  

joltin' joe!

I almost forgot about him.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 4:01 PM CDT reply actions  

Oddly enough

BP has Dillon projected as one of the highest VORP right fielders this season, which I thought was pretty odd.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

Joltin' Joe Dillon

Obviously enjoying being on a major league roster in April!

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:02 PM CDT reply actions  

we own the left field line

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions  

I wish the pitcher was batting now :(

But I guess I'll take Kendall's infield single.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Yay Kendall!

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 4:03 PM CDT reply actions  

Estrada would've made it half way up the line there.

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:04 PM CDT reply actions  

this is ridiculous

I think Kendall has come up with about half of the production this week that I expected from him for the entire season.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 4:04 PM CDT reply actions  

Wild pitch

Runners on 2nd and 3rd, no one out, how won't the team score now?

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:04 PM CDT reply actions  

don't ask questions like that

if you don't want to find out the answer :)

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

I was actually anticipating a Weeks strikeout

Kapler will hit a short fly somewhere in the outfield not deep enough to score Dillon, and I'm still undecided on Prince.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:05 PM CDT up reply actions  

lasik

i know many ppl who have had laser eye surgery n they said it is amazing .. i am optomistic that kendall can bat .290 this year after having said that

by BrewerBlue87 on Apr 2, 2008 4:05 PM CDT reply actions  

nice pitch

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 4:06 PM CDT reply actions  

Kapler

Is it just me or does he kind of resemble Brady Clark when they do a close up of him at bat?

At least he got one run in.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Right on

Kappy

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:08 PM CDT reply actions  

RBI!

We knew he could do it:)

by behnke411 on Apr 2, 2008 4:08 PM CDT reply actions  

piggy is consistent

pitch f/x says that six of those seven pitches were 77 or 78 mph curveballs. (the seventh was unidentified)

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 4:09 PM CDT reply actions  

another hbp

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeesh

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Which Brewer

gets plunked twice tomorrow?

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'll take Billy Hall

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Bill Hall

Just because.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Beat ya to it...lol

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Kendall

For looking like an All-Star this year... 2/2 Putouts... getting on base... while soto is struggling on defense...

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Fontenot got a steal

It was uncontested, though, so I guess you could say Kendall's flawless when he throws the ball.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:13 PM CDT up reply actions  

Yes

True, I forgot about that.. and the two includes the weird rundown yesterday, which the stats count as a "throw out".

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions  

Maybe his new diet will keep the swelling/bruises down?

by behnke411 on Apr 2, 2008 4:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

we're going to lead the world in hbp

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 4:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Fielder HBP

I guess that opens the door for a Braun double-switch after the inning.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:10 PM CDT reply actions  

Weeks

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Can't Decide

Should I register plunkweeks.com or plunkfielder.com?

Weeks is 419th all time...

Kendall is 7th all time with 218

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions  

Fielder Braun

I'm liking the way it plays out with Fielder ahead of Braun in regard to pitching. The way Braun likes the lefties it forces the other team to have to use two pitchers or let one of the two tee off.

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:13 PM CDT reply actions  

I'm surprised it's not Turnbow

Now that it's a four run lead and all.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:17 PM CDT reply actions  

I wonder if its still 4 runs in the 9th if we will see Turnbow then

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:18 PM CDT up reply actions  

my guess

Riske was warming in the 3-run game; Ned wasn't going to warm somebody else up just b/c another run scored. it wouldn't have given him a lot of time.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

That makes sense

Like MadJimiBrewha says, it'll probably be Turnbow in the 9th.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:19 PM CDT up reply actions  

So

When will the Brewers trail for the first time this season?

We could do an over/under by innings or by games...

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:19 PM CDT reply actions  

Fukudome

That swing looked goofy. I swear I heard a solitary boo over the radio broadcast.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Sounds like Riske will be back out for the 9th

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:29 PM CDT reply actions  

First save?

A win on Monday? And a two inning save on Wednesday?

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 4:30 PM CDT up reply actions  

Sadly

Gagne got the Win on Monday.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Who woulda thought?

TG jr. gets a hit as soon as he bats

by behnke411 on Apr 2, 2008 4:30 PM CDT reply actions  

Every Brewer regular

with a hit.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:31 PM CDT reply actions  

wow

i have never not missed j.est more

"They're trying to make me the escape goat"-Michael Scott

by dux2bux on Apr 2, 2008 4:31 PM CDT reply actions   1 recs

Kendall

flexing the muscle

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:31 PM CDT reply actions  

Honestly

that didn't even look like a full swing

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:32 PM CDT up reply actions  

Kendall

Wow, that line score is great... 2 Doubles, Single, SB, Run

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 4:32 PM CDT reply actions  

How Long

How long before Cubs fans demand Kendall be tested for PEDs?

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 4:33 PM CDT up reply actions  

Kendall

For the curious, that's his first game with more than one extra base hit since August 15 last year and only his third since the start of the 2006 season.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:32 PM CDT reply actions  

When did Kendal become Johnny Bench?

too bad his eyes will fall out in 20 years.

by Hyatt on Apr 2, 2008 4:33 PM CDT reply actions   1 recs

leading in the 8th

Look for the next time that happens in a close game

by Kyguy922 on Apr 2, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

I can only assume

Ned plans on getting 243 innings out of Riske this year.

I guess Shouse is up in the pen.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

i figure

that ned's thinking that riske has pitched two games in a row, probably don't want to throw him tomorrow anyway, no use tiring another pitcher

by somethingvague on Apr 2, 2008 4:41 PM CDT up reply actions  

FSN camera work

anyone else notice the shitty camera work on FSN, it's getting pretty annoying

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:42 PM CDT reply actions  

Yeah

I just hope it has to do with them getting back into the swing of things from winter and unused to all these day games.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:45 PM CDT up reply actions  

Had the crew played like this...

...on the road last year, they'd have run away with it.

by tommyhawk on Apr 2, 2008 4:46 PM CDT reply actions  

It's not a road game...

It's Miller Park South. Which ba just said on the air.

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

They did to start the year, didn't they?

I hope it lasts longer this season.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 4:47 PM CDT up reply actions  

Wait for it....

"He's been very, very impressive," Yost said. "I mean really impressive. I mean really, really impressive."

by MadJimiBrewha on Apr 2, 2008 4:49 PM CDT reply actions  

2-0

Pythagorean expected record: 134-28

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:49 PM CDT reply actions  

Unfortunately

This means, the Brewers are playing slightly over their heads right now.

Ichiro, on facing Daisuke Matsuzaka for the first time: "I hope he arouses the fire that's dormant in the innermost recesses of my soul."

by DaleCoop14 on Apr 2, 2008 4:50 PM CDT up reply actions  

fly it RJ

i dont know about you guys but i like this cubs lineup when it's got soto, pie, fontenot, theriot in order like that.

they might have a decent season but i doubt they win many games when that lineup bats twice.

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by jacob on Apr 2, 2008 4:50 PM CDT reply actions  

Apparently

The Brewers have went 2-0 to start the season for five years in a row now.

by drezdn on Apr 2, 2008 4:55 PM CDT reply actions  

Craig Coshun

keeps calling it Miller Park South, too. I love it.

Formerly "Ball and Glove"

by Stoa on Apr 2, 2008 5:06 PM CDT reply actions  

I wonder

do you think we could request to play the final three games at Wrigley?

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 5:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

Cubs scrambling?

Rumor is Soriano's going to move into the leadoff spot tomorrow because, as we all know, two games is enough to judge the viability of a lineup. :)

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 6:08 PM CDT reply actions  

Here's why the Cubs lost

Part of Carlos Zambrano’s problems with cramping is related to a low potassium level, manager Lou Piniella said. Zambrano had to leave in the seventh Monday with a cramp in his right forearm. He’s had similar problems with cramps in past seasons. Zambrano said he would have to drink more water. Piniella said his ace will have to eat more bananas. And the Cubs would also like Zambrano to cut back on his caffeine intake. …

by redtiger on Apr 2, 2008 6:15 PM CDT reply actions  

Classy Cub Comment of the Day*

*excluding the requisite, sometimes amusing, Prince is fat jokes, most of which today centered around his vegetarianism and the Blooming Onion (TM).

"They love Braun up there in Milwaukee. They already pushes him harder than Fielder. Guess they figure Fatty is already gone in a few..."

Despite the syntax (i.e., "they already pushes him"), the above was not posted by Gollum.

And the runner-up:

"I hope Lilly just broke his fatass ribs."

Truth is, though, they were fairly well behaved, though there was some fairly intense Kendall hatred going on. I'm sort of proud of them in a strange god-i-hate-you-guys sort of way.

by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 2, 2008 6:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Beat me by three minutes!

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 6:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Classy Cubs Comment of the Game

Actually, they were on pretty good behavior this time out --- or, the classy ones have switched from rudeness to self pity. This is a pretty funny exchange, though:

What are the chances that the Cubs come back from a 6-2 deficit in the 8th inning? The 100th time has GOT to be a charm...

100% if you believe in them!!!!!!

2% If you've followed them your whole life

Just the same, we do have some Cubs fans happy to see Prince get hit in the ribs, including one call to hit him in the head. Tasteful!

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 6:24 PM CDT reply actions  

So were any of the HBP's malicious?

Can we expect to see the Scottish Assassin drill someone tomorrow?

by Ted Simmons Speed Camp on Apr 2, 2008 6:29 PM CDT reply actions  

I don't think so

but it's hard to say. At least Nedly has the sense to wait until getaway day.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 6:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

When you score in 6 separate innings

that's a good game.

Regardless of whether it happens or not, I think the mere idea of the Cubs being swept at home by the Brewers to open the season will be enough to make the heads of some faux-BCB posters explode.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 6:32 PM CDT reply actions  

How great is it

to see a balanced offense that can pour on runs without relying on one big inning?

Exciting start to the season!

Ned Yost's Brewers: Braun Over Brains

by SRB on Apr 2, 2008 6:35 PM CDT up reply actions  

I'm sorry. This is hypocritic of me to do, and say, this,

but hot damn, is your focus on baseball primarily based on the Cubs losing first, and then the Brewers winning second? I've never seen so many posts by one poster revolve around not even a baseball club that they don't call their favorite, but only posters of the said club. Even your icon is Cub-centric. What the hell is your pseudo-stalker infatuation with us at BCB? A lot of people post at bleedcubbieblue, so of course there's going to be a good amount of ridiculous posts.

Robert Ford, is this you?

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by NittanyCub on Apr 2, 2008 8:20 PM CDT up reply actions  

you must have missed the first 350 posts in this thread

and the vast majority of roguejim's comments.

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 2, 2008 9:06 PM CDT up reply actions  

Nah

Though I can see why you'd think that. I do like the Brewers/Cubs series a lot, though.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 10:04 PM CDT up reply actions  

Is your focus on baseball primarily based on the Cubs losing first?

Yes, it guarantees a good time. It's as if my team has won the world series for the past 100 years.

Ned Yost's Brewers: Braun Over Brains

by SRB on Apr 3, 2008 1:20 AM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Sigh

Great job fitting the bill, guy.

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by NittanyCub on Apr 3, 2008 3:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

is this irony?

Even your icon is Cub-centric.

NittanyCub's icon:

Bring Back The Old Logo!

by jacob on Apr 3, 2008 8:55 AM CDT up reply actions  

Cub hitting a cardinal,

keyword, *Cub*. If there was a picture of all other MLB teams getting hit, I would've put that too.

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by NittanyCub on Apr 3, 2008 3:10 PM CDT up reply actions  

so you vote no, not ironic?

And if instead of a cardinal it was an angel (for example), it would make as much sense? Will you switch if i find one for you? a cub swatting an angel? Or is it really the point that it is Cardinal centric that makes it your own personal logo?

Perhaps not fair of me, you did apologize right off the bat for the ridiculously obvious hypocrisy.

Bring Back The Old Logo!

by jacob on Apr 3, 2008 4:21 PM CDT up reply actions  

Actually, I would love that

find me an exact replica of that, but with an Angel, and I'll gladly put it up, sweetheart. As a matter of fact, go ahead and do it for all the other MLB teams, and I'll put a different one up each week. Gosh, and they said you guys were mean! You're giving me reasons to constantly change my icon!

And do you realize what the word "centric" means? The picture is concentrated mostly around the bear, with the hat and helmet, batting away a Cardinal. "Centric" isn't about the cardinal getting hit. But, that can be interpreted differently. So, I'd like all the new 28 icons by Saturday, kind sir.

If you would like to more definitions of words, go here:
http://www.merriam-webster.com/

Enjoy!

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by NittanyCub on Apr 3, 2008 9:29 PM CDT up reply actions  

maybe it's just me

but I still prefer roguejim's avatar :).

Also, cheese.

by Jeff Sackmann on Apr 4, 2008 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions  

It's funny

I was thinking of changing it to some of my favorite Sega Genesis video game characters:

But I think I'll keep it as is.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 4, 2008 1:12 PM CDT up reply actions  

Does this sound familiar?

I've never seen so many posts by one poster revolve around not even a baseball club that they don't call their favorite, but only posters of the said club. What the hell is your pseudo-stalker infatuation with us at BCB?

You realize that you're commenting in a two-game-old Game Thread for the Brewers, right? I'm sorry that no one talks to you on the Cubs' BCB, but surely there are people who talk to you in real life?

Or maybe that's the point. Perhaps you should invest in hand puppets.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 4, 2008 10:32 AM CDT up reply actions  

You got me there

I unfortunately have troubles not having the last word, but you can go ahead and have it with this one.

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by NittanyCub on Apr 4, 2008 4:28 PM CDT up reply actions  

"i'd gladly put it up"

we're all still waiting here.
this is your new avatar.

Bring Back The Old Logo!

by jacob on Apr 6, 2008 11:25 AM CDT up reply actions  

Great start!

Miller Park South is a great weapon for the Crew this year. I will be glad when the first week is over so the games switch back to night when more of us can watch them live.

by molitorfan on Apr 2, 2008 7:21 PM CDT reply actions  

Really

Four games this week, four 1:00 starts. I taped the game today and planned to watch it, but the stupid thing didn't work so I had to come on the internet and check the final.

by Jordan M on Apr 2, 2008 7:25 PM CDT up reply actions  

Plus this weekend!

It'll be weird next Tuesday night when the game starts and it's getting dark outside...

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 7:34 PM CDT up reply actions  

Alone in 1st Place

With the Pittsburgh loss, the Brewers are in first place by one full game with only 160 left to play.

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by TheJay on Apr 2, 2008 9:46 PM CDT reply actions  

Oh good

we should be able to coast from here.

"I will agree that the attitude [at BCB] is ridiculous and they have done so much to instigate animosity and then block us from responding. Real mature!"

by roguejim on Apr 2, 2008 10:11 PM CDT up reply actions  

Loss

Jay, is your primary focus on the Pirates losing first and then the Brewers winning second? Even your icon is Pirate-centric (Barry Bonds head). :)

by molitorfan on Apr 3, 2008 6:16 AM CDT up reply actions   1 recs

Well...

Barry Bond's head is so big that it might very well be the gravitational center of the universe.

He's extremely quick and good.

by battlekow on Apr 3, 2008 11:43 AM CDT up reply actions  

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