oldcubsfan

. Grow up.

If true, just stupid.

My goodness, that's an awful comparison. Why? they are the same type of player-passive, non run producing for a production position and mediocre defensively. You may like that type, but Lou doesn't. I'm not saying either opinion is right or wrong, but they are very similiar. That's so vague it's not even worth making a comparison, even if you include the cliched terms used(what is passive?). vague comparisons are better than no comparisons, which is what you have given. Grieve, after a similar amount of PAs as Murton currently has, had slightly better walk rate and slightly better power (albeit at a younger age). Murton has a little more speed and defensive ability. the comparison might not be exact, but their skill sets and short comings are very similar. and even if they weren't, outright statements without explanation, argument or analysis like the two you have made in this discussion suck. Outright statements without explanation, argument, or analysis? That sounds like saying Murton is a RH Ben Grieve and then not elaborating or responding with vague, subjective statements. Murton makes contact more often(lower K rate) and better contact more often(better AVG). Grieve was three true outcomes to the extreme, he saw more pitches, struck out more often, and hit more home runs. On the other hand, this comparison to Grieve is supposed to be a negative one, while anyone would want what Grieve put up his first 3 seasons in the league out of Murton, or anyone in our outfield for that matter. The comparision is meant to show why he isn't playing. Lou has had both and sees the similiarity and doesn't happen to like that kind of player. It is very simple.

Maybe you can work a trade for him, because his future in Chicago is very limited. True. Unfortunate and unjustified, but most likely true. I do appreciate your imput, but why is it unjustified? I know there is a huge debate in the organization about Murton's value, what do you think his real value is? Thanks for your time!

My goodness, that's an awful comparison. Why? they are the same type of player-passive, non run producing for a production position and mediocre defensively. You may like that type, but Lou doesn't. I'm not saying either opinion is right or wrong, but they are very similiar. That's so vague it's not even worth making a comparison, even if you include the cliched terms used(what is passive?). You're a big numbers guy, go look up a comparsion.

Maybe you can work a trade for him, because his future in Chicago is very limited.

My goodness, that's an awful comparison. Why? they are the same type of player-passive, non run producing for a production position and mediocre defensively. You may like that type, but Lou doesn't. I'm not saying either opinion is right or wrong, but they are very similiar.

Murton is the right handed version of Ben Grieve and Lou hated Grieve in Tampa. Not his style of ballplayer.

Lou gets a kick out of lying to the fans. He wants 8 midgets that walk all the time. FALSE Murton is the team's starting LF. FALSE Wood will pitch today. FALSE Lou is a liar and a bad manager. This obviously is written by someone with very little knowledge of the game. The walk total is up. Sorianno is FAR superior to Murton Wood will get into a game, why was today so important to you? The Cubs won. As far as the most ignorant, laughable line by you, Lou is a terrific manager and far better at his job than most. A simple question for you, are you in high school? If so, I can excuse your post. I assumed Regulus Blue was joking. Or a huge Kerry Wood fan. We're all anxious. A weak portion of me half expects another Dave Dravecky occurence. I don't see the humor. I think he just doesn't know anything about baseball.

Lou gets a kick out of lying to the fans. He wants 8 midgets that walk all the time. FALSE Murton is the team's starting LF. FALSE Wood will pitch today. FALSE Lou is a liar and a bad manager. This obviously is written by someone with very little knowledge of the game. The walk total is up. Sorianno is FAR superior to Murton Wood will get into a game, why was today so important to you? The Cubs won. As far as the most ignorant, laughable line by you, Lou is a terrific manager and far better at his job than most. A simple question for you, are you in high school? If so, I can excuse your post.

C'mon. He predict 3 Heisman's for Ron Paulus!!

How long is Joe Buck going to whine about the call at first base?

I think the title of your post shows a total lack of knowledge of baseball and common sense. Little wonder people view message boards poorly. Yes, he had an awful game, but the title of the post shows an infantile ability to understand baseball.

Totally agree. He has done nothing in baseball but pitch and bitch.

I would call them. The teams are usually very helpful when you call. I'm sure they will very be helpful, the minor league teams are always very fan friendly when you call.

Yep, we didn't need Alou, because we had the great Jason Dubois waiting.

Do you want him for the additional years of his contract also?

Peoriaman is right. Murton just play overthrew the cutoff man.

Listening to or reading Keith Law leaves little doubt why Toronto fired him. He is simply an idiot.

Maybe Hendry can talk to Beane about a deal for Joe Blanton, who seems to be available, and use Murton as one of the main pieces in the deal.

why? It's not tryout camp. He failed early and why should he replace anyone? exactly. Murton was brought up to be a pinchhitter and an occassional starter. That is what he should be unless he proves himself differently. Oh god. Compare last season's stats of our entire OF and tell me who the top three are. Until then, try to talk about something else. You may make sense that way. You seem to be the one not making any sense. You now have a manager that says if you hit you play. Matt didn't and isn't. Using last year's stats, is totally meaningless. Gee, why not bring back Todd Walker?

why? It's not tryout camp. He failed early and why should he replace anyone?

Just a simple question, who's the dork in the picture? zach braff (dr. john dorian) and mandy moore from the show "scrubs" Thanks

Just a simple question, who's the dork in the picture?

This seems like a perfect opportunity for Murton to come up and show that he belongs here. I was thinking about that when I was driving home from work today. Hopefully Murt gets his shot. Doubt that will happen. He had his shot earlier and didn't make the most of it. I think it's hard to get on Lou's good side when you don't perform when he gives a chance. Hopefully, he learned and will get another chance.