8/2 Phillies (Lohse) @ Cubs (Marshall) 1:20 CT, WGN

[anabiono]

a platoon of murton/jones in RF

 

At this point I just want them to send Jones to the moon. He doesn't hit for power any more so he's completely worthless.

 

well, right...i don't think many people disagree with you, but for that to happen we are going to need a nice (very lucky) waiver wire acquisition...

[illiniguy]

I get the distinct feeling that Lou might be real close to seeing what someone like Gallagher would do in the rotation.

 

Which would be stupid (though Lou seems to have a flair for overreacting - i.e. Dempster to the rotation for 5 minutes). Gallagher (nor Mateo) can outperform the 3 guys at the back of the rotation right now.

 

guzman could...how long until he is healthy...any time in the near future?

 

He had a set back in Mesa, he's not going to be ready till at least rosters expand.

Damn, that guy can't buy a break.

[inari]

I hate Corey Hart.

[anabiono]

GOD I HATE THE BREWERS

 

 

SUNGLASSES AT NIGHT BOY JUST TIED IT UP

 

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

[C.C.]

Meh! 3-3!

[illiniguy]

Take the walk Lee.

[anabiono]

I get the distinct feeling that Lou might be real close to seeing what someone like Gallagher would do in the rotation.

 

Which would be stupid (though Lou seems to have a flair for overreacting - i.e. Dempster to the rotation for 5 minutes). Gallagher (nor Mateo) can outperform the 3 guys at the back of the rotation right now.

 

guzman could...how long until he is healthy...any time in the near future?

 

He had a set back in Mesa, he's not going to be ready till at least rosters expand.

 

mmm...with september expansion...are those guys eligible for the post-season?

[Brian]

mmm...with september expansion...are those guys eligible for the post-season?

 

Not unless there is an injury, i think.

Edited August 2, 2007 by Brian

[gflore34]

Its going to be 7-3 shortly...

[anabiono]

mmm...with september expansion...are those guys eligible for the post-season?

 

Not unless their is an injury, i think.

 

that is not the answer i was hoping for...

 

:wink:

[WrigleyinEngland]

Pirates have the winning run on base with the offensive force that is cesar izturis at the plate!!!!

[Soul]

Meh! 3-3!

 

Crud.

[Bote McBoteface]

I get the distinct feeling that Lou might be real close to seeing what someone like Gallagher would do in the rotation.

 

Which would be stupid (though Lou seems to have a flair for overreacting - i.e. Dempster to the rotation for 5 minutes). Gallagher (nor Mateo) can outperform the 3 guys at the back of the rotation right now.

 

guzman could...how long until he is healthy...any time in the near future?

 

He had a set back in Mesa, he's not going to be ready till at least rosters expand.

 

mmm...with september expansion...are those guys eligible for the post-season?

 

August 31st is the last day you can add a player to your roster and have them be eligible for the post season, unless in the case of an injury. (ie if Ward doesn't come back until mid September, he'd still be eligible for the playoff team)

[inari]

Man, swinging at all three pitches after a walk... not smart.

[circlecitycub]

I'd hardly say that my concern is reactionary based on today's performance. Hill, Marshall and Marquis have all been inconsistent.

 

I have a lot of confidence in this team making the post season. Once there I think they will struggle. I'm not trying to rain on anyone's parade I'd just like to see them have a solid chance at advancing and not just make an appearance in the playoffs.

 

How is Marshall inconsistent?

 

OK, I guess he has yet to prove a leaning towards inconsistency and if the playoffs started today I would slot him as the #3 starter. I'm still not comfortable with that.

[anabiono]

Pirates have the winning run on base with the offensive force that is cesar izturis at the plate!!!!

 

 

lol...we can't forget that he did deliver a win for us earlier this year...

[Brian]

I'm predicting 8 shutout innings for Durbin

[TruffleShuffle]

hey this pitcher has always had control problems! let's swing at everything!

[Banedon]

I'd hardly say that my concern is reactionary based on today's performance. Hill, Marshall and Marquis have all been inconsistent.

 

I have a lot of confidence in this team making the post season. Once there I think they will struggle. I'm not trying to rain on anyone's parade I'd just like to see them have a solid chance at advancing and not just make an appearance in the playoffs.

 

How is Marshall inconsistent?

 

OK, I guess he has yet to prove a leaning towards inconsistency and if the playoffs started today I would slot him as the #3 starter. I'm still not comfortable with that.

 

Why? 2 bad outings all year.

[circlecitycub]

I'd hardly say that my concern is reactionary based on today's performance. Hill, Marshall and Marquis have all been inconsistent.

 

I have a lot of confidence in this team making the post season. Once there I think they will struggle. I'm not trying to rain on anyone's parade I'd just like to see them have a solid chance at advancing and not just make an appearance in the playoffs.

 

Hill and Marquis have been inconsistent.

 

I'd love for you to bring some facts with you to prove Marshall's inconsistency. It'd be fun to watch you try to prove it.

 

It's be fun to watch you not be a jerk.

[soccer10k]

Cubs need to get a run here. Too bad they have the ice-cold Mike Fontenot batting.

[anabiono]

haha, twinkle-toes braun was thrown out trying to be a thief...

[Brian]

hey, nevermind :D

[TruffleShuffle]

OK, I guess he has yet to prove a leaning towards inconsistency and if the playoffs started today I would slot him as the #3 starter. I'm still not comfortable with that.

 

i don't get why people are so uncomfortable with the back of the rotation, but aren't concerned that the offense regularly has jones, floyd, kendall/k. hill and theriot in it.

[inari]

How in God's name does Floyd not score there? Quade is awful.