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Pre-Gamin': Cubs v. Pirates (11:35 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, etc.
Early baseball! Edwin Jackson! Avoid the sweep! Loud noises!
Archive for May, 2013
Lukewarm Stove: International Prospect, Garza Value, Difficulty in Selling in May
Why it’s a lot tougher to sell guys for value now than you might think, even if they offer their new team more starts in 2013.
Cubs Brass Visits Oklahoma Pitcher Jonathan Gray
Epstein, Hoyer, McLeod, Madison all in attendance. Due diligence is reaching its final stages.
The Reason the Cubs DFA’d Michael Bowden and Other Bullets
It turns out the Cubs might not have done it if they’d known the extent of Shawn Camp’s injury.
Cubs Minor League Daily: About Round Two
Each of The Big Three were in action yesterday, finally, and each had a notable performance. Also: looking ahead to the second round of the Draft.
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 0, Pirates 1 – May 22, 2013
Doesn’t matter if you hold them to one. Can’t win if you don’t score.
Pre-Gamin': Cubs v. Pirates (6:05 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, etc.
Jeff Samardzija has feasted on the Pirates of late. Here’s hoping that continues.
Around the League: The Swift Fall of Albert Pujols, Barry Bonds on Miguel Cabrera, Instant Replay
Also pitch count debates, Mariano Rivera’s ridiculousness, increased shifting in baseball, and so much more.
Try to Contain Your Frustration: Shawn Camp to the DL with an Injured Toe
This, despite the fact that the Cubs knew about the injury this weekend.
The Lineup That is Going to Crush You on Friday
The $300 BN Fantasy Contest is coming in a couple days, and I’m ready to roll.
Matt Garza Impressed at Least One Scout Last Night, But There’s Still a Trading Hang-Up
Even if Garza is healthy and effective, we can’t ignore the fact that, in a trade, he’s a pure rental.
Theo Epstein Clarifies Third Base and Other Bullets
Also, thoughts on Shawn Camp’s struggles and the decision to keep/use him.
Cubs Minor League Daily: It’s Coming
“It” would be the rumor season, and that impacts the farm system. Also: Javier Baez had a good game that included a walk.
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 4, Pirates 5 – May 21, 2013
Matt Garza looked great. That is all.
Pre-Gamin': Cubs v. Pirates (6:05 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, etc.
Matt Garza is back. Get ready.
Darwin Barney Had a Great Night at the Plate … And He’s Quietly Having a Good Season There, Too
Although last night’s game was exceptional, Barney is actually putting together a great offensive stretch. Consider the possibilities …