Somebody call me when we get some offense.

[moorecg]

Sub .200 against lefties. If I'm an opposing GM, at this point I call the my AAA affiliate when I see the Cubs on the schedule and call up the first three lefthanded people I can find.

 

How is is possible we are this bad against lefties? Who fixes the problem, either within or without?

[Mark_R]

You may be by the phone for awhile.

[shawndgoldman]

[Flames24Rulz]

dude, you know pitching and defense is the key to winning. Offense? We don't need no stinkin' offense.

 

btw, we need a lot of offense...fast

[NorthsideAvenger]

Right now, the Cubs need more then another bat in the lineup. The Cubs need to change up their lineup in the worst of ways. Pierre NEEDS to be taking out of the leadoff role, cause right now...he ain't getting the job done at leadoff. I know the Cubs are keeping him there to justify giving up three young, and cheap pitchers, but it is so OBVIOUS he isn't working right now. Perhaps Walker/Pierre/Murton/ARam/Barrett/Cedeno/Jones/Hairston might be the trick---albeit a temporary solution---to get this offense going. The Cubs need their best OBP to start the game, and the need their best hitter to come up in the first inning (Murton).

 

Either that or we the fans should get the Cubs this product:

 

http://www.properformancestore.com/hw/hitaway_pole.asp

 

Because this team needs ALL THE HELP it can get on the offense back on track. Because this yr's offense, makes last yrs, look like murderer's row.

[Clogged Basepaths]

It has been found (by people smarter than me, usin' fancy math) that batting order doesn't really matter.

 

The issue isn't so much that we have Pierre or Neifi batting in the wrong place in the order, it's that having them IN the order is the wrong place to have them. The place in which they bat is the least of the problems. Oh, also Jacques Jones is destroying America.

[moorecg]

It has been found (by people smarter than me, usin' fancy math) that batting order doesn't really matter.

 

The issue isn't so much that we have Pierre or Neifi batting in the wrong place in the order, it's that having them IN the order is the wrong place to have them. The place in which they bat is the least of the problems. Oh, also Jacques Jones is destroying America.

 

Well...after last nights game, no one called....looks like there is still no offense.

 

Here's my new lineup

 

Cedeno

Walker

Murton

Hairson

Barrett

Ramirez

Zambrano

Neifi

Pierre

 

The First 5 have a chance at scoring...Ramirez will either go deep or get out...Zambrano hits better than the last two, but neither he nor ARam are OBP machines so Neifi will have less of a chance to GIDP...Pierre at the bottom...if he happens to get that groundball to the 2nd basemen into the outfield, or if there is an error, he's on in front of the people who can actually hit.

[LoneStarCubFan]

The thing I noticed last night is that they seem to be hitting the ball well but right at people. When you're in a slump, that's what happens. Sooner or later balls are going to start to drop.

 

And it would help if somebody would drop Neifi off a bridge into the Chicago River. The level of suck he has achieved is breath-taking.

[E.J.]

It has been found (by people smarter than me, usin' fancy math) that batting order doesn't really matter.

 

The issue isn't so much that we have Pierre or Neifi batting in the wrong place in the order, it's that having them IN the order is the wrong place to have them. The place in which they bat is the least of the problems. Oh, also Jacques Jones is destroying America.

 

Well...after last nights game, no one called....looks like there is still no offense.

 

Here's my new lineup

 

Cedeno

Walker

Murton

Hairson

Barrett

Ramirez

Zambrano

Neifi

Pierre

 

The First 5 have a chance at scoring...Ramirez will either go deep or get out...Zambrano hits better than the last two, but neither he nor ARam are OBP machines so Neifi will have less of a chance to GIDP...Pierre at the bottom...if he happens to get that groundball to the 2nd basemen into the outfield, or if there is an error, he's on in front of the people who can actually hit.

 

Here's my new lineup:

 

1. E Patterson 2b

2. Cedeno SS

3. Walker 1b

4. Murton LF

5. Ramirez 3b

6. Pie CF

7. Nic Jackson RF

8. Barrett C

9. Pitcher

 

Bring the kids up. Let 'em play. Trade Pierre and Jones (in June) for a bucket of balls and a keg of beer.

[Ding Dong Johnson]

Then here's mine:

 

1. Ichiro CF

2. Murton LF

3. Vlad RF

4. Cabrera 3B

5. Teixeira 1B

6. Walker 2B

7. Barrett C

8. Cedeno SS

 

That ought to get a run or two home every now and again. That's right, Aramis, you're fired.

[NorthsideAvenger]

It has been found (by people smarter than me, usin' fancy math) that batting order doesn't really matter.

 

The issue isn't so much that we have Pierre or Neifi batting in the wrong place in the order, it's that having them IN the order is the wrong place to have them. The place in which they bat is the least of the problems. Oh, also Jacques Jones is destroying America.

 

The problem is...everybody is PRESSING to do something to get it started. The problem lies with the fact that this Cubs team is depressed because they felt that Lee and/or Ramirez are the offense, and Lee is out for awhile. The problem with "STATS" is that while the numbers don't lie, they are OFTEN misinterpreted. This team needs a chakeup, regardless of what "fancy math" is applied. Juan isn't doing the job as leadoff....FACT. Aram isn't the doing the job as cleanup....FACT. Murton/Barrett/Walker/Cedeno are pretty much the Cubs offense....FACT. Not changing the lineup to relinquish some pressure...FICTION.

[MPrior]

It has been found (by people smarter than me, usin' fancy math) that batting order doesn't really matter.

 

The issue isn't so much that we have Pierre or Neifi batting in the wrong place in the order, it's that having them IN the order is the wrong place to have them. The place in which they bat is the least of the problems. Oh, also Jacques Jones is destroying America.

 

I think that's an overstatement. It's not that the batting order doesn't matter. It's that it matters a lot less than the overall production. But it still has an effect.

[SeldomSeen]

It has been found (by people smarter than me, usin' fancy math) that batting order doesn't really matter.

 

The issue isn't so much that we have Pierre or Neifi batting in the wrong place in the order, it's that having them IN the order is the wrong place to have them. The place in which they bat is the least of the problems. Oh, also Jacques Jones is destroying America.

 

I think that's an overstatement. It's not that the batting order doesn't matter. It's that it matters a lot less than the overall production. But it still has an effect.

 

The statement about Jones destroying America stands, however.

[NCCubFan]

This team needs a chakeup, regardless of what "fancy math" is applied.

What do you get when you cross a checkup with a shakeup? A chakeup. :lol:

[CubfaninCA]

i'll call you when lee's back. ok. :)

 

with lee, the lineup's top 6 in the NL. get abreu at the deadline and it's one of the best.

[moorecg]

i'll call you when lee's back. ok. :)

 

with lee, the lineup's top 6 in the NL. get abreu at the deadline and it's one of the best.

 

maybe so...but by that time contention will be a long distance call even with Sprint's nationwide calling plan.

[sunnydoo]

Help on the way? Manager Dusty Baker was hopeful that some right-handed offensive help via trade might be on the way soon.

 

"There's some action," Baker said. "We hope so. I'm very optimistic."

 

Dusty

 

 

Dear God...Andy has Jimbo off his tookus. Help is on the way???

 

Not a moment too late or anything.

[CuseCubFan69]

It's May 5th and the Cubs are only 5 games back, there's time to make a deal and have it make a positive effect on this team. I still wish Hendry would include Pierre in a deal to somebody along with some top prospects for an impact bat.

[sunnydoo]

It's May 5th and the Cubs are only 5 games back, there's time to make a deal and have it make a positive effect on this team. I still wish Hendry would include Pierre in a deal to somebody along with some top prospects for an impact bat.

 

I disagree. Juan is now just about up to last years performance already numberwise. I think he will get back closer to the year he had in '04.

 

The help we need is at 3b and 1b in that order.

 

Prior says that he will be ready by Memorial Day, so one of our starters needs to be moved.

 

Edit: Sorry that is 3 spots on the 25 that have to be cleared this month. Ohman, Restovich, and one other in all likelihood.

Edited May 5, 2006 by sunnydoo

[CuseCubFan69]

It's May 5th and the Cubs are only 5 games back, there's time to make a deal and have it make a positive effect on this team. I still wish Hendry would include Pierre in a deal to somebody along with some top prospects for an impact bat.

 

I disagree. Juan is now just about up to last years performance already numberwise. I think he will get back closer to the year he had in '04.

 

The help we need is at 3b and 1b in that order.

 

Prior says that he will be ready by Memorial Day, so one of our starters needs to be moved. We will have to clear at least 3 40 man spots off this month, so Jimbo better get moving.

 

When I say there's time maybe I should have wrote that in a 10 days at the max instead. I think Pierre has trade value and could help get an impact bat. Perez could play CF and give Pierre's numbers. I wouldn't mind if Jones is moved there if the Cubs get an impact bat for 3rd and platoon Hairston in CF with Jones.

[snoodmonger]

Prior says that he will be ready by Memorial Day, so one of our starters needs to be moved.

 

Ready for what? Antibiotics? A shoulder massage? Some Immodium AD?

[vance_the_cubs_fan]

If that deal is for Craig Wilson it will be a good deal. Wilson brings RH power. He can play 1b now and platoon with Jacque when Lee returns.

[USSoccer]

If that deal is for Craig Wilson it will be a good deal. Wilson brings RH power. He can play 1b now and platoon with Jacque when Lee returns.

 

But what are the odds that Hendry has swung that deal?

[vance_the_cubs_fan]

If that deal is for Craig Wilson it will be a good deal. Wilson brings RH power. He can play 1b now and platoon with Jacque when Lee returns.

 

But what are the odds that Hendry has swung that deal?

 

With Casey out, I'm thinking not too likely. If Wilson was still sitting behind Casey, it could be more likely.

 

The Pirates would be open to moving Wilson. His contract is up after this year, and he isn't likely to be retained. The Pirates likely have little delusions of contention, so he's the perfect player to be moved. The main questions for the Pirates would be who will man first until Casey returns and whether they can get more value by waiting and dealing him at the deadline.

[USSoccer]

If that deal is for Craig Wilson it will be a good deal. Wilson brings RH power. He can play 1b now and platoon with Jacque when Lee returns.

 

But what are the odds that Hendry has swung that deal?

 

With Casey out, I'm thinking not too likely. If Wilson was still sitting behind Casey, it could be more likely.

 

The Pirates would be open to moving Wilson. His contract is up after this year, and he isn't likely to be retained. The Pirates likely have little delusions of contention, so he's the perfect player to be moved. The main questions for the Pirates would be who will man first until Casey returns and whether they can get more value by waiting and dealing him at the deadline.

 

I think the answers to those questions are the very reasons why Wilson won't be on his way here.

 

I'd be willing to bet this "RH bat" we're looking at is a terrible player who has MLB experience.