August 2009
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Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 2, Dodgers 7 – August 20, 2009
While I’ll continue to complain about the bullpen, once again, the real problem is the offense.
Series Preview: Cubs v. Dodgers, August 20 – August 23, 2009
The Chicago Cubs now head on down to L.A. for a four-game tilt against the best team in the National League, the Dodgers. Isn’t it sweet that the Cubs’ get a home and home for four games against the Dodgers this year? A refresher on the series preview here at Bleacher Nation: The idea is [...]
Jim Hendry Takes the Blame … Sort of
It’s no secret that this year’s Chicago Cubs team is very, very well paid. With a payroll over $135 million, the Cubs are by far at the top of the NL Central, and have a top five payroll in all of baseball. And with a payroll like that, expectations should be high – for the [...]
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 7, Padres 1 – August 19, 2009
I had started to forget what a win feels like.
Wouldn’t Matter if it Were Any Other Team: Smoltz Nearing Deal with Cardinals
A Smoltz with any other team would not smell as sweet – or perform as well. John Smoltz is apparently close to signing with the St. Louis Cardinals. Smoltz, 42, put up a snowman+ ERA with the Red Sox this year, so most assume he’s done for. Ah, but they have not seen the redeeming [...]
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 3, Padres 6 – August 18, 2009
No amount of managerial machinations are going to save this team right now. Still, I’m going to criticize. Theriot has been out for days with the flu. Kosuke Fukudome has done nothing but get on base at the top of the lineup.
Carlos Marmol is the Cubs’ New Closer, Lou Piniella is the Cubs’ New Crazy Person
If you thought Kevin Gregg in the 9th was a roller coaster, say hello to the Chicago Cubs’ new closer: Carlos Marmol. According to Len and Bob’s twitter, he’s the guy. He comes complete with a devastating slider, a huge strikeout rate… and enough walks to load – and sink – the Titanic. Bottom’s up.
Two Moves That Prove Lou Piniella Has Lost His Mind
By Brett on August 19, 2009
Lou Piniella has always been a little quirky – at least in his time with the Chicago Cubs. At first, it was endearing. Then, it was tolerable. Now, it’s really starting to piss me off. I’m probably falling victim to the old “fire the coach (manager)” saw, but I can’t help it. This team is [...]
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