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Re: MLB 2006
Duckman. Are you getting The Sawx v Angels game on ESPN back there today ? Its on Sunday Night baseball on ESPN over here, so I presume you might. Hmmm.....Schilling v Lackey (won 6 straight) at The Fens. Bring it on !
And Bubbletown. What about your Flubs ! 4 game sweep of the House of Cards ! I hope this form of theirs continues through to the Philly series.
What about about the Stink getting Abreu and Lidle for 4 minor leaguers. Stink. Gee I hate 'em.
Its Miller time.
Duckman. Are you getting The Sawx v Angels game on ESPN back there today ? Its on Sunday Night baseball on ESPN over here, so I presume you might. Hmmm.....Schilling v Lackey (won 6 straight) at The Fens. Bring it on !
And Bubbletown. What about your Flubs ! 4 game sweep of the House of Cards ! I hope this form of theirs continues through to the Philly series.
What about about the Stink getting Abreu and Lidle for 4 minor leaguers. Stink. Gee I hate 'em.
Its Miller time.
Re: MLB 2006
In a dismal pathetc season the only fun left is to laugh at the redturds record against the worst Cubs side in 50 years.
8-0 at Wrigley this year,and Chicago have won every series so far in either stadium!!
I feel sorry for the big Zee.He'd be favorite for the Cy Young if he was playing for a half decent side.
12-3 (National League best) and a league leading 152 strike outs.Imagine how good his numbers would be with a side who could *smile* well hit runs regularly.
Had fun watching Carpenter get slapped about by a triple A attack too.
Only half a game between the Luxury taxers now.
Geez,do the comp a favor and don't let New York win the division (and im sure Boston will in fact win it) then I hope Detroit and Minnesota respectively get through and condemn the Wanks and the Shyte Sox to nadaville.
One thing I am certain of is that the World Series wont be won by a National league side......thats a given.
Where are you situated Redfart??
Redford said:
In a dismal pathetc season the only fun left is to laugh at the redturds record against the worst Cubs side in 50 years.
8-0 at Wrigley this year,and Chicago have won every series so far in either stadium!!
I feel sorry for the big Zee.He'd be favorite for the Cy Young if he was playing for a half decent side.
12-3 (National League best) and a league leading 152 strike outs.Imagine how good his numbers would be with a side who could *smile* well hit runs regularly.
Had fun watching Carpenter get slapped about by a triple A attack too.
Only half a game between the Luxury taxers now.
Geez,do the comp a favor and don't let New York win the division (and im sure Boston will in fact win it) then I hope Detroit and Minnesota respectively get through and condemn the Wanks and the Shyte Sox to nadaville.
One thing I am certain of is that the World Series wont be won by a National league side......thats a given.
Where are you situated Redfart??
Re: MLB 2006
I'm in Phoenix (Scottsdale) at the moment.
Yes, the Cubbly Cubs have spanked the Cards this year, no doubt.
Can you believe the Stink getting both Abreu and Lidle in one foul swoop ? Having said that, I'm not sure of Abreu's production and whether he's worth the cost and also the Stink STILL haven't addressed their crap pitching. Lots of trade talk over here at the moment. Tomorow afternoon is the deadline.
The Red Sox are going with Fat Boy Wells tomorrow.
Looks like they are trying to deal for a pitcher. Between that and getting both Fat Boy and Clement back on the mound, the Red Sox are obviously going to try and beat the Stink with defense. God, I'm hoping.
struggletown3121 said:
I'm in Phoenix (Scottsdale) at the moment.
Yes, the Cubbly Cubs have spanked the Cards this year, no doubt.
Can you believe the Stink getting both Abreu and Lidle in one foul swoop ? Having said that, I'm not sure of Abreu's production and whether he's worth the cost and also the Stink STILL haven't addressed their crap pitching. Lots of trade talk over here at the moment. Tomorow afternoon is the deadline.
The Red Sox are going with Fat Boy Wells tomorrow.
Looks like they are trying to deal for a pitcher. Between that and getting both Fat Boy and Clement back on the mound, the Red Sox are obviously going to try and beat the Stink with defense. God, I'm hoping.
Re: MLB 2006
The big Eunach is finished,3 innings yesterday and has been appalling all year.
Your right,there pitching both starting and relief is NOT WS material.
I don't reckon they'll figure as long as Papi,Lester,Schilling (bar todays pounding) Beckett and Papelbon continue on their merry way.
I read today that NYY have over $41 mill committed to Abreau Matsui and Damon alone for next year,let alone a $13 mill option on Steriods Sheffield for 07!!
May they choke on dollar bills.
The big Eunach is finished,3 innings yesterday and has been appalling all year.
Your right,there pitching both starting and relief is NOT WS material.
I don't reckon they'll figure as long as Papi,Lester,Schilling (bar todays pounding) Beckett and Papelbon continue on their merry way.
I read today that NYY have over $41 mill committed to Abreau Matsui and Damon alone for next year,let alone a $13 mill option on Steriods Sheffield for 07!!
May they choke on dollar bills.
Re: MLB 2006
CHICAGO -- If Saturday was Greg Maddux's last game for the Cubs, he left with a tip of his cap and a well-deserved "W."
Angel Pagan stole home for the tie-breaking run in a bizarre second inning to help Maddux win his 327th career game and lift the Cubs to a 4-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals, who remained winless in Chicago.
Maddux (8-11), rumored to be a hot commodity for a playoff-bound team, won his second consecutive start after losing six straight decisions. Scott Rolen doubled to lead off the seventh, prompting Cubs manager Dusty Baker to pull Maddux. The sellout crowd of 41,302 gave the pitcher a standing ovation as he left, and he waved his cap. The right-hander has a no-trade clause, so it's his call. Monday is the trading deadline.
"I don't know what's going to happen," Maddux said. "I don't think any player wants to leave Chicago, myself included. It's a great place to play, great ballpark, great fans, great city.
"I love pitching here," he said. "I don't know what's going to happen, but I wanted to say 'Thank you' and let them know I appreciate it."
Maybe the crowd knows something. They also gave Maddux a standing ovation after he successfully executed a sacrifice bunt in the sixth inning.
"He's incredible," said Cubs closer Ryan Dempster, who survived a shaky ninth for his 20th save. "I have a son now, and if he ever wants to be a baseball player, I hope he grows up and becomes the same kind of player Greg Maddux has been. He's the ultimate team guy, ultimate professional. You admire him.
"Sometimes when I act a certain way or do things that I don't like, I kick myself and wish I could take after a great guy like him," Dempster said. "I try to learn as much as possible from him.
"I definitely want him to stay," Dempster said. "He puts golf on [the television] Saturday and Sunday, and no one else does."
Will Maddux stay or will he go?
"I want to do what's best for the Cubs, period," Maddux said. "If I have to go, I totally understand. Let's do what's best for this team, and that's it."
Cubs general manager Jim Hendry has said he'll consult with Maddux before finalizing a deal. Maddux said Hendry hasn't talked to him. It's a weird situation.
"It's like, hey, I want to play here but if Jim gets the right players and wants to trade me, who am I to say no?" Maddux said. "I want to do what's best for the team. I don't know what's going on, I don't know what's being said, I don't know anything. I want to help the Cubs any way I can, and I'd like to help them by throwing first, and going second."
If Maddux did leave, would he consider coming back?
"Absolutely," he said. "I did it once before. Who knows what's going to happen?"
Maddux began his career with the Cubs in 1987, but left after he won his first Cy Young in 1992, and played the next 11 seasons in Atlanta before returning to Wrigley Field in 2004.
"I'd love for him to stay," Cubs reliever Scott Eyre said. "What he brings to the table is off the charts."
The 40-year-old veteran is now tied for 11th on the all-time wins list with John Clarkson, depending on what all-time list you use. The Cubs rely on STATS Pass, which lists Clarkson with 327 career wins. MLB.com says Clarkson, a right-hander who pitched from 1882-1894, including 1884-87 with the Cubs, has 328.
What's important is that Maddux and the Cubs improved to 9-3 against the Cardinals this season, and 6-0 at Wrigley Field. The right-hander struck out six and was tagged for one run on five hits over six-plus innings.
Maddux now has 1,305 strikeouts with the Cubs, and is in sole possession of fourth place on the team's all-time K list, 62 behind Rick Reuschel (1,367). Maddux has 3,133 strikeouts in his career.
"This guy is one of the classiest pros you'll ever meet," Baker said. "He doesn't get too high when things are going good, and not too low when things are going poorly. If anything, he's taught a lot of the young guys how to be a professional, how to conduct yourself, and how to deal with good times and adverse times."
As for his performance on Saturday in 95-degree heat, it was typical Maddux. He improved to 3-0 against the Cardinals this year.
"Vintage. Vintage Greg Maddux," Cubs catcher Michael Barrett said. "Great movement, getting ahead on the hitters early. He just keeps grinding and grinding and keeps pitching, and he did a phenomenal job today."
The Cubs gave Maddux all the runs he needed in a bizarre second. John Mabry walked and advanced on Pagan's single, and Ronny Cedeno followed with a base hit. Mabry rounded third but stopped per coach Chris Speier's instruction, except Pagan was headed there, too, at full speed with his head down. Right fielder Juan Encarnacion threw to third, and Scott Rolen held onto the ball rather than try to get Mabry at home. Pagan was safe, and Mabry scored to tie the game.
Cedeno broke for second on an attempted steal, was delayed in a brief rundown, and Pagan took advantage and stole home. Cedeno did advance, but was thrown out at home by Encarnacion when he tried to score on Juan Pierre's single.
That inning wasn't classic, but another chapter in what has been a strange season for the Cubs. Maddux will be back Sunday, preparing for his next start, just as he always does.
"I've enjoyed my time with him," Barrett said. "He's been nothing but a professional player. To work with him is beyond imagination. I've loved every second of it. I hate to see him go if he does go. Whatever happens, happens.
"I hated him when he was a Brave, absolutely hated him," Barrett said. "And now that I've had a chance to play with him, he's the absolute best teammate I've ever played with. He's a tremendous teammate."
But alas he's gone.
The champ has agreed to a trade to the Dudgers and I wish him well,he has done absolutely everything that could have been expected in Chicago,except delivering his dream of a World Series win to Wrigley Field.
As sad as it is to see him leave,the Cubs get a former gold glove and All Star in Cesare Izturis.
He has awesome defense and is still only 26,which looks favorably on a trade with a 41 year old.
Good luck Maddog,although somehow I doubt you'll enjoy the dispassionate West Coast metrosexual sporting 'fan'phonies.
CHICAGO -- If Saturday was Greg Maddux's last game for the Cubs, he left with a tip of his cap and a well-deserved "W."
Angel Pagan stole home for the tie-breaking run in a bizarre second inning to help Maddux win his 327th career game and lift the Cubs to a 4-2 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals, who remained winless in Chicago.
Maddux (8-11), rumored to be a hot commodity for a playoff-bound team, won his second consecutive start after losing six straight decisions. Scott Rolen doubled to lead off the seventh, prompting Cubs manager Dusty Baker to pull Maddux. The sellout crowd of 41,302 gave the pitcher a standing ovation as he left, and he waved his cap. The right-hander has a no-trade clause, so it's his call. Monday is the trading deadline.
"I don't know what's going to happen," Maddux said. "I don't think any player wants to leave Chicago, myself included. It's a great place to play, great ballpark, great fans, great city.
"I love pitching here," he said. "I don't know what's going to happen, but I wanted to say 'Thank you' and let them know I appreciate it."
Maybe the crowd knows something. They also gave Maddux a standing ovation after he successfully executed a sacrifice bunt in the sixth inning.
"He's incredible," said Cubs closer Ryan Dempster, who survived a shaky ninth for his 20th save. "I have a son now, and if he ever wants to be a baseball player, I hope he grows up and becomes the same kind of player Greg Maddux has been. He's the ultimate team guy, ultimate professional. You admire him.
"Sometimes when I act a certain way or do things that I don't like, I kick myself and wish I could take after a great guy like him," Dempster said. "I try to learn as much as possible from him.
"I definitely want him to stay," Dempster said. "He puts golf on [the television] Saturday and Sunday, and no one else does."
Will Maddux stay or will he go?
"I want to do what's best for the Cubs, period," Maddux said. "If I have to go, I totally understand. Let's do what's best for this team, and that's it."
Cubs general manager Jim Hendry has said he'll consult with Maddux before finalizing a deal. Maddux said Hendry hasn't talked to him. It's a weird situation.
"It's like, hey, I want to play here but if Jim gets the right players and wants to trade me, who am I to say no?" Maddux said. "I want to do what's best for the team. I don't know what's going on, I don't know what's being said, I don't know anything. I want to help the Cubs any way I can, and I'd like to help them by throwing first, and going second."
If Maddux did leave, would he consider coming back?
"Absolutely," he said. "I did it once before. Who knows what's going to happen?"
Maddux began his career with the Cubs in 1987, but left after he won his first Cy Young in 1992, and played the next 11 seasons in Atlanta before returning to Wrigley Field in 2004.
"I'd love for him to stay," Cubs reliever Scott Eyre said. "What he brings to the table is off the charts."
The 40-year-old veteran is now tied for 11th on the all-time wins list with John Clarkson, depending on what all-time list you use. The Cubs rely on STATS Pass, which lists Clarkson with 327 career wins. MLB.com says Clarkson, a right-hander who pitched from 1882-1894, including 1884-87 with the Cubs, has 328.
What's important is that Maddux and the Cubs improved to 9-3 against the Cardinals this season, and 6-0 at Wrigley Field. The right-hander struck out six and was tagged for one run on five hits over six-plus innings.
Maddux now has 1,305 strikeouts with the Cubs, and is in sole possession of fourth place on the team's all-time K list, 62 behind Rick Reuschel (1,367). Maddux has 3,133 strikeouts in his career.
"This guy is one of the classiest pros you'll ever meet," Baker said. "He doesn't get too high when things are going good, and not too low when things are going poorly. If anything, he's taught a lot of the young guys how to be a professional, how to conduct yourself, and how to deal with good times and adverse times."
As for his performance on Saturday in 95-degree heat, it was typical Maddux. He improved to 3-0 against the Cardinals this year.
"Vintage. Vintage Greg Maddux," Cubs catcher Michael Barrett said. "Great movement, getting ahead on the hitters early. He just keeps grinding and grinding and keeps pitching, and he did a phenomenal job today."
The Cubs gave Maddux all the runs he needed in a bizarre second. John Mabry walked and advanced on Pagan's single, and Ronny Cedeno followed with a base hit. Mabry rounded third but stopped per coach Chris Speier's instruction, except Pagan was headed there, too, at full speed with his head down. Right fielder Juan Encarnacion threw to third, and Scott Rolen held onto the ball rather than try to get Mabry at home. Pagan was safe, and Mabry scored to tie the game.
Cedeno broke for second on an attempted steal, was delayed in a brief rundown, and Pagan took advantage and stole home. Cedeno did advance, but was thrown out at home by Encarnacion when he tried to score on Juan Pierre's single.
That inning wasn't classic, but another chapter in what has been a strange season for the Cubs. Maddux will be back Sunday, preparing for his next start, just as he always does.
"I've enjoyed my time with him," Barrett said. "He's been nothing but a professional player. To work with him is beyond imagination. I've loved every second of it. I hate to see him go if he does go. Whatever happens, happens.
"I hated him when he was a Brave, absolutely hated him," Barrett said. "And now that I've had a chance to play with him, he's the absolute best teammate I've ever played with. He's a tremendous teammate."
But alas he's gone.
The champ has agreed to a trade to the Dudgers and I wish him well,he has done absolutely everything that could have been expected in Chicago,except delivering his dream of a World Series win to Wrigley Field.
As sad as it is to see him leave,the Cubs get a former gold glove and All Star in Cesare Izturis.
He has awesome defense and is still only 26,which looks favorably on a trade with a 41 year old.
Good luck Maddog,although somehow I doubt you'll enjoy the dispassionate West Coast metrosexual sporting 'fan'phonies.
Re: MLB 2006
I saw that game Bubbles. It was great. Tipped the cap. Crowd on their feet.
Haven't caught up with the deadline trades which completed themselves just a few hours ago (although I know the Red Sox weren't active), but did Maddux get traded ?
I saw that game Bubbles. It was great. Tipped the cap. Crowd on their feet.
Haven't caught up with the deadline trades which completed themselves just a few hours ago (although I know the Red Sox weren't active), but did Maddux get traded ?
Re: MLB 2006
Yes,to LA for Izturis...read the last paragraph.
read this for the wrap
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/news/article.jsp?ymd=20060731&content_id=1586289&vkey=trade2006&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb
Redford said:
Yes,to LA for Izturis...read the last paragraph.
read this for the wrap
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/news/article.jsp?ymd=20060731&content_id=1586289&vkey=trade2006&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb
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Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah !!!! Walk off home run again by Big Papi ! !! Red Sox win 9-8 after 3 run homer by Big Papi in bottom of the 9th 1 out !!
8th time in his career he's done it. He is amazing that guy. I dunno how he does it so often.
Go Red Saaaawx ! :hihi
Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah !!!! Walk off home run again by Big Papi ! !! Red Sox win 9-8 after 3 run homer by Big Papi in bottom of the 9th 1 out !!
8th time in his career he's done it. He is amazing that guy. I dunno how he does it so often.
Go Red Saaaawx ! :hihi
Re: MLB 2006
Now now Bevo ! He's a superstar ! And please refer to his correct name: Darren. Thank you.
Yep, your 'Aints have gone into a tail spin and the Bay Area fans aren't happy.
Bubbles: that deal for Itzuris looks half reasonable to me. 2 x Gold Glover. Only 26. What do you reckon ?
(Heard on the radio today, that both Wood and Prior might be offloaded at the end of the season.)
evo said:
Now now Bevo ! He's a superstar ! And please refer to his correct name: Darren. Thank you.
Yep, your 'Aints have gone into a tail spin and the Bay Area fans aren't happy.
Bubbles: that deal for Itzuris looks half reasonable to me. 2 x Gold Glover. Only 26. What do you reckon ?
(Heard on the radio today, that both Wood and Prior might be offloaded at the end of the season.)
Re: MLB 2006
Maybe Barrys bag of goodies has been confiscated for good??
No goods,no wins?
Now now Bevo ! He's a superstar ! And please refer to his correct name: Darren. Thank you.
Yep, your 'Aints have gone into a tail spin and the Bay Area fans aren't happy.
Bubbles: that deal for Itzuris looks half reasonable to me. 2 x Gold Glover. Only 26. What do you reckon ?
(Heard on the radio today, that both Wood and Prior might be offloaded at the end of the season.)
Yes pleased with the capture of Itzuris as a decent SS with good defence was imperative for next season.
I liked Maddux and he left with the utmost grace and respect of his team,but Itzuris should be around long after No31 has retired.
No suprise to see Wood traded,and Prior has been plauged with bad luck and might feel better playing elsewhere too.
Unfortunately for them,Zambrano is now white hot and the undisputed ace in the line up as well.
I've read they both want to stay,but thier output has been non-exsistent for so long now I wouldn't be suprised to see them leave.
I still reckon Prior is Cy Young material if fully fit mind you.
evo said:
Maybe Barrys bag of goodies has been confiscated for good??
No goods,no wins?
Now now Bevo ! He's a superstar ! And please refer to his correct name: Darren. Thank you.
Yep, your 'Aints have gone into a tail spin and the Bay Area fans aren't happy.
Bubbles: that deal for Itzuris looks half reasonable to me. 2 x Gold Glover. Only 26. What do you reckon ?
(Heard on the radio today, that both Wood and Prior might be offloaded at the end of the season.)
Yes pleased with the capture of Itzuris as a decent SS with good defence was imperative for next season.
I liked Maddux and he left with the utmost grace and respect of his team,but Itzuris should be around long after No31 has retired.
No suprise to see Wood traded,and Prior has been plauged with bad luck and might feel better playing elsewhere too.
Unfortunately for them,Zambrano is now white hot and the undisputed ace in the line up as well.
I've read they both want to stay,but thier output has been non-exsistent for so long now I wouldn't be suprised to see them leave.
I still reckon Prior is Cy Young material if fully fit mind you.
Re: MLB 2006
Yes flogged 15-4 yesterday and bounced back with a 9-3 win today.
There still rubbish though.
I see that the stink have finally caught your lads after a beating by the tribe today.
Lift FFS!!!!
No one wants the Yankees in the playoffs.
Redford said:
Yes flogged 15-4 yesterday and bounced back with a 9-3 win today.
There still rubbish though.
I see that the stink have finally caught your lads after a beating by the tribe today.
Lift FFS!!!!
No one wants the Yankees in the playoffs.
Re: MLB 2006
The Red Sox are in a bit of trouble Bubbles. They have numerous injuries (Varitek now out as well), their pitching is dodgy, and they are leaving too much up to Big Papi and Manny. I'm lookin at that Wild Card spot closely. Its gonna be a tough run down the stretch with the Stink, White Sox, Twins and Toronto, LA and Chokeland all to deal with. Detroit will win their div so they don't come into calcs.
Been driving all around town today and heard a classic by Arthur Rhodes of the Phillies. He called ex team mate Lidle who got traded to the Stink yesterday a "fat, ice cream eating, gambling, replacement player, scab !! Hah hah hah hah....gold ! You'd never get that in Australia ! ;D
struggletown3121 said:
The Red Sox are in a bit of trouble Bubbles. They have numerous injuries (Varitek now out as well), their pitching is dodgy, and they are leaving too much up to Big Papi and Manny. I'm lookin at that Wild Card spot closely. Its gonna be a tough run down the stretch with the Stink, White Sox, Twins and Toronto, LA and Chokeland all to deal with. Detroit will win their div so they don't come into calcs.
Been driving all around town today and heard a classic by Arthur Rhodes of the Phillies. He called ex team mate Lidle who got traded to the Stink yesterday a "fat, ice cream eating, gambling, replacement player, scab !! Hah hah hah hah....gold ! You'd never get that in Australia ! ;D
