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I think it's more a matter of getting regular work for Rusch. I didn't mind so much early in the season when the Cubs had a seven man bullpen. Guys were learning roles and generally getting consistent work (mainly when Bartosh was around and pitching about once a week). But there's one too many down there right now and guys aren't getting regular work. Before Rusch's inning today, he pitched to just two batters Thursday night--both of whom got hits--and a third of an inning a week ago, when he faced three batters, two of whom reached base. If he gets regular work, he's much more effective. I think if a releiver is traded away in the next couple of weeks, the roster spot will likely be taken by a batter.
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Dusty commenting on young players.......
Cubfanintheknow replied to Larry Horse's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
I'm typically not one to comment on the comments of Dusty Baker (there are plenty of others on this board who handle that chore for me), but I, too, think it's crazy to not play Murton. He's played well in his first two games and showed--at least early on-- that he's not a liability in the lineup. And if there's anyone who's showed he can be shelved for a couple days and come back string, it's Hollandsworth. By the way, Todd Hollandsworth is 0-4 with four strikeouts in his career versus Al Leiter. -
In what alternative universe would Dusty Baker play Pie every day? Or, just what do you think would have to happen to this team to see Dusty leave the team by August? Funny, in a sad way.
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Injury aside, I also don't buy into the whole "rushing him like they rushed Patterson" argument. It's not necessarily a question of when players are called up. It's how they're used when they're called up. Patterson was used sparingly by Don Baylor and it seemed most of the time it was in bad situations from a developmental standpoint. I think Pie would benefit greatly from playing every day at the major league level. If the Cubs can't turn it around soon, we just may get a chance to see come August 1.
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Caray on the difference between the Cubs and Braves.
Cubfanintheknow replied to scs_paradise's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
Boy, reading some of these posts makes me feel old! The Atlanta Braves were pretty much the doormats of the National League West in the 80's. But they had some good, young pitching they stuck with (notably Tom Glavine and Steve Avery) and went from worst to first in 1991--the same year the Twins pulled off their dramatic turnaround in the AL. As far as "hoping vs. expecting," maybe there is a little different mindset. But it doesn't matter whether you hope or expect to win before the game starts. You still have to get the job done on the field. And I don't think that mindset comes into play when the game is on. -
Estes in 2003 was horrible. He had a -16.6 VORP. Clement in 2004 was very, very good. He had a 36.9 VORP, putting him in the top 40 in MLB. He contributed more to the Cubs than any other pitcher besides Zambrano in 2004. Yes, he had a bad September, but he was consistently good up until then. Maybe I should have used the phrase consistenly unlucky to describe Clement instead. He did have a bad September. But I seem to recall he also fell victim to lousy run support a lot more often than the rest of the staff.
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Sidd Finch.
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When Jim Hendry traded for Aramis Ramirez and Kenny Lofton, Bobby Hill was on a list of players the Cubs submitted to the Pirates. Dave Littlefield had a choice of 3-5 players to select from and he chose Hill. The names of the others were not disclosed. This is a typical process in most trades. SO it's up to the other team to do their homework. Some do (the Marlins and Dontrelle Willis), other don't (also backing away from the whole Choi/Cruz/Hill debate).
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I doubt it will happen. While Maddux has been inconsistent, Estes in '03 and Clement last year were consistently bad. I think Maddux would have to tank at least five straight starts for Baker to even consider it.
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I've only voted 50 times for those three guys. I feel like I'm not pulling my weight around here.
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I think it might be a little sooner than that. I'd like to see Dubois get more playing time. But you have to admit, Hollandsworth is pretty hot right now (7h/15ab's, 8 rbi last four games). And if the Cubs want to get back into the race, Baker has not choice but to go with the hot hand.
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Only two games into the season and Dusty's Bad Managerial Moves thread now has 166 posts. Pace yourselves, boys.
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What percentage of the three million people who walked through the turnstiles at Wrigley Field this year went to see Sammy Sosa? My guess is less that 10%. And I think I'm being pretty generous. I went to eight games this year (two more at Miller Park and a couple during spring training, too!). I went to see the team, not him. Five years ago I would have answered differently. But not now. Edited for spelling. I was at Shea when the Cubs played, and I would guess anywhere from 3-5% of the people there showed up at least partially because Sammy was in town. From Rick Morrissey's column on 10/6/04: When the Cubs played at Shea Stadium toward the end of this season (and folded like origami), fans greeted Sosa warmly, not zealously. Affirmation, baby! (I miss Tony Kornheiser's show on ESPN radio).
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What percentage of the three million people who walked through the turnstiles at Wrigley Field this year went to see Sammy Sosa? My guess is less that 10%. And I think I'm being pretty generous. I went to eight games this year (two more at Miller Park and a couple during spring training, too!). I went to see the team, not him. Five years ago I would have answered differently. But not now. Edited for spelling.
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The Jim Hendry BandWGN
Cubfanintheknow replied to ctcf's topic in MLB Draft, International Signings, Amateur Baseball
To those of you doubting Jim Hendry's ability to pull of a major trade (and you know who you are!!!): On the menu---a fresh serving of crow. Don't push, don't shove, there's plenty for all who didn't believe in Hendry. He's a very quiet, patient, hard worker and he got the job done. WOW!!! -
What do you mean, irrational flaming. You must be some kind of loser. Just like the rest of the Cubs. They stink now and they'll always stink. You want proof? Here's proof; I said so. OK, so I just wanted to be the first to poke fun at the "irrational flaming" comment. I've been posting on Cubs.com for almost two years. Posters flame away when the team is winning, losing, rained out or otherwise. Most of it is pretty laughable, but some of it is also truly sad. I'll keep posting there, but I like the looks of your board, Tim. You'll probably be getting most of my opinions, for better or worse.