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The Cubs are playing in a ballpark which should suit them great in this era of baseball. Yet, they think they should build a team on speed and defense. Wrigley has a very small outfield with the exception of the lines. The Cubs should be out there pusuing pitchers who sink the ball and batters who get on base and hit long balls (that's the only part Baker has somewhat correct). The Cubs do need to increase their power, but it does no good if no one is on base in front of those power hitters. It's amazing how this concept continues to elude this club. How is this so difficult to comprehend ? They seemed to be on the verge of getting this in '03 with Lofton and Grudzielanek getting on base at a .390 rate. Then, followed with Sosa, Alou, and Ramirez. Instead of being proactive, they've plugged holes. The only guy they've signed in the past 3 years to fit correct approach is Walker. And, they've started to grow Murton into a very servicable player.
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He goes to the plate with no approach. You can thank Geno for that and pretty much anyone else who listens to him.
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Wouldn't you bat the dude with the .291 OBP in the 2nd spot ? I think the Cubs keep wishing Bynum is the next Chone Figgins, but I've seen no sign of it.
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Draft Tex.
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Baker probably was only asked about Theriot, though. If someone had asked Baker if Pierre was smart stealing third I bet he would've said, "It's smart if you make it." Although it's a dumb play, period. That's what the manager should say regardless of the player. Keep the confidence of the player up and let him know that he screwed up without telling everyone about how the player screwed up. It's bad etiquitte. Managers, in b&i for instance, are taught to never call out their employee in a public forum with criticism. Instead, that's reserved for 1 on 1. I have a real problem with Dusty continuing to call out mistakes by young players while veterans get a pass. Is it an effort on his part to deflect blame ? Is he trying to highlight failures of the minor league development of the Cubs ? Or his he simply so stupid that he expects young players to be flawless and veterans to be free from blame ?
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Any hints from Baker on how he'll play the middle infield with Izturis down ? Cedeno at 2nd when Coats is at SS, Cedeno at SS when Theriot is at 2nd ? Any chance Fast Freddie steals time at 2nd ? Probably Cedeno at SS every day and a platoon of Theriot and Freddie at second. Spot duty in the outfield for ol' Buck. And I thought Baker double-switched too much already. This could get out of hand.
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Any hints from Baker on how he'll play the middle infield with Izturis down ? Cedeno at 2nd when Coats is at SS, Cedeno at SS when Theriot is at 2nd ? Any chance Fast Freddie steals time at 2nd ?
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I'm just trying to get horses back for the playoffs, particularly the proven veterans like Mussina and Gordon. Respect for my club goes down the tubes if I have to call up Maine and Duchscherer.
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I think we'll be seeing a lot of Freddie Bynum at 2nd base!
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At least... (Blue Jays Brawl!)
MembersOnlyJacket replied to Wilson A2000's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
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I'm stunned that Bynum isn't in there.
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Why is Murton not playing tonight ?
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I rarely mess with the lineup, so for whatever reason I thought it was Noon PST, until i read the rules. In either case, the move was late for the day he pitched. So, as you say, Adam can make the decision. In other news, Sox/Yanks in a t-storm. That should help out neither team. the sox would probably be helped by a rainout - though I guess you meant RK teams - obviously it hurts you more since you are behind. well, Mussina just left the ballgame with groin tightness...
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I rarely mess with the lineup, so for whatever reason I thought it was Noon PST, until i read the rules. In either case, the move was late for the day he pitched. So, as you say, Adam can make the decision. In other news, Sox/Yanks in a t-storm. That should help out neither team.
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There's a chance. It'll be interesting to see if either starter can work to a QS. That should make the difference. Also, Woody Williams points from friday still haven't been counted.
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Are the Cubs REALLY out of it??
MembersOnlyJacket replied to don_kessinger_was_good's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
The sad thing is the Cubs have the best record in the division at 36-28. So, they have taken advantage of weak competition within the division. They have the best record in the NL against the Central, and the worst record in the NL against the other two divisions. They also went 4-11 in interleague play. It's not a case of the Cubs not traveling well because they have the worst home record in the NL as well. It's been a strange season and the Cubs will be lucky to win 75 games. -
Williams points didn't get counted. :?
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Was Womack unavailable ?
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i subbed williams for piniero, but just after noon today. not sure i'll get the points from his start today.
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Dusty: I told you walks just clog the bases... don't forget how important it is to hit with runners in scoring position. i mean, that's like the most important stat for winning. hit the ball, run fast, hit in the clutch. just wait till lee's back...
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if i lose by 8.8 points or less, he gets all the blame. i should have known better than to pitch him against oakland.
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How do the A's keep winning ? I mean, they are so young and inexperienced, they don't play small ball, and they have guys on pitch counts. It makes no sense.
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Piniero was moved to the bullpen by Seattle and will not make his start Sunday. If he obtains any more points this week, it will be as a reliever. The only other starter I have has yet to pitch this week. Can I swap Williams for Piniero or do I need to leave my lineup as is ?
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There we go with that speed thing again. Has Dusty not watched Murton run out ground balls this year or watch him go 1st to 3rd ? I think he might be the 2nd or 3rd best baserunner on the Cubs. Not the quickest, but he gets good reads, and runs everything out.
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not good. i'm calling on big papi, again...