I am currently blogging – here, on Facebook, and on Twitter (hash tag #BNBlogathon for those who want to jump into the fray themselves) – for 37 hours straight, until slightly past MLB’s July 31 non-waiver Trade Deadline, thanks to your generous donations (more than $15,000) to Make-A-Wish. I’ll be doing recaps on the process throughout the day, but you’ll also see normal posting (Bullets, news, Pre-Gamin’, EBS), as well as a significant uptick in rumor/trade posts.
Another (successful?) live stream is in the books, and I hope you enjoyed as much as I did. You can re-watch if you missed it live. Next one comes at 2am CT.
I am currently enjoying watching the Cubs game. Well, even though they’re losing. No #hugs yet, though.
Total Posts So Far:
25.
News and Rumors Since the Last Recap:
Nothing huge new (or hugely new), but the Bonifacio rumors persist and expand. It sounds like everyone accepts that he’s heading out, but there are more sources saying “but it’s not this team” than sources saying “it is this team.”
Most Interesting Tidbit Since the Last Recap:
It was the live stream, yes? Some technically difficulties mucked things up at the beginning, but it was a lot of fun from there.
Current Thoughts About the Chicago Cubs’ Trade Deadline Strategy/Execution:
For now, I’m OK with the Cubs waiting on Bonifacio to maximize the return (in theory). You never know what’s going on behind the scenes. And, among the Cubs’ rentals, Bonifacio probably has the most value.
Current Beverage/Stimulant of Choice:
Started rocking the energy drink. Which tastes like badness.
Number of Failed Attempts to Re-Collar Our Feistiest Cat:
3. Yeah, taking a break on these attempts.
Hat Status:
Backwards. Like a boss.
Strangest Thought Passing Through My Mind:
A question during the live stream has me wondering: what am I going to eat overnight? And how much is too much? What time is best?
A Selection of #BNBlogathon Tweets:
Brett's vines are the best. #BNBlogathon
— Corey Holthaus (@cholt22) July 31, 2014
If Imma make the 2 am #BNBlogathon video production. .. I better put more #millerlite in fridge… #im2oldforthus #wherearemypants
— Mighty Chewbacca (@Spoda17) July 31, 2014
#ObnoxiousHatSolidarity #BNBlogathon @BleacherNation @SmartyPants347 pic.twitter.com/tmjiUcxeoQ
— Meghan (@missMeghanC) July 31, 2014
Heard this: @BleacherNation thinks @ltblaize is full of shit #BrettMisquoted #BNBlogathon
— Thomas V. Bona (@Tvbona) July 31, 2014
I need to find a good time to go see Dawn of the Apes. Tonight is not that night. #BNBlogathon
— Quincy (@lafhert) July 31, 2014
BREAKING: I just hugged this sandwich I just made, and now it's been traded to my belly. #HugWatch is full force for the #BNBlogathon
— Kyle Levier (@OneManArmy_10) July 31, 2014
Working on grad school application essays. My rewards during breaks? Brownies, and the #BNBlogathon
— Brendan Bond (@bbond32) July 30, 2014
I'm thinking that if I can't get into an Hour 14-16 #BNBlogathon update, I'll get into one of the 20-23 hr when normal people are asleep.
— Chris C (@CTwice) July 30, 2014
https://twitter.com/WrigleyWrapUp/status/494655768877359105
We need more questions from the Wife. #BNBlogathon
— Quincy (@lafhert) July 31, 2014
@BleacherNation What's the code word we should use if we see your cat sneak up behind you with a knife? #BNBlogathon
— Thomas V. Bona (@Tvbona) July 31, 2014
Your Visual Update:
I really do. It relaxes me. And then immediately un-relaxes me.
I like baseball. #BNBlogathon https://t.co/zfcAY9tlhX
— Brett Taylor (@BleacherNation) July 31, 2014