Irrelevant Dude
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If a world series champ throws it, its gotta be a strike, dude. If a 700 home run guy doesnt swing at it, it's gotta be a ball, dude. After seeing the 3rd strike called on Murton, yes he is. -
Good to hear some of that coming from a national person, we're not the only ones who see it!
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Was he actually being serious? It would take more than another year or two for Maddux to get into the Hall as a Cub (I doubt anything less than another three years with a World Series title would do it). And it would be a horrible move for Hendry to make. There's no real impact move for Hendry to make. Aside from finding a platoon partner for Jones and firing most of the coaching staff, Dusty, and then himself, there are no easy answers. Yes, Stone was being completely serious and he thinks that will happen soon, but he also hinted that it would be done for all the wrong reasons. By the way, what happened to Hendry's policy of not negotiating contracts during the season?
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Back to my original question though... I'm trying to be objective and just wondering if there is any precedent for a manager being on the verge of being run out of town who somehow regains the fan support? It seems like it always follows the same pattern, first the vote of confidence then the firing. Are there any examples to the contrary?
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I can't think of anyone, but has there ever been a manager in a situation similar to Dusty's who has bounced back to redeem himself with the same team? Or has it reached a point of no return?
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I don't really agree with this. Dusty or not, Hendry has another 2 seasons to prove himself. It's up to him to decide whether he wants to extend Dusty and go out together in 2 years or whether he wants one more fresh start with a new manager. I think we all know the best option, but does Jim?
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Umm... why?
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Interesting Article re: Dusty from 2002..
Irrelevant Dude replied to Rusch33's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
Wow, he was right on with that one. -
Example of a REAL manager, Dusty take notice.
Irrelevant Dude replied to badger1679666666's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
But who were the four fingers really directed at.. the ump or LaRoche? -
how many simulated hits did Bynum get? Bynum was removed in the 2nd simulated inning as part of a simulated double switch.
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For the first time all season, Steve Stone has backed off his statement that it's only a matter of time before Dusty gets the extension. Today on the Score, Stone said that he truly believed that earlier this season, but nobody could have predicted this complete collapse and now he believes Dusty's fate is undecided. For the first time this year, he was somewhat critical of Baker. It seems that the numbers of people who still believe Dusty will be extended are dwindling...
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Same here, I don't want to think about it, but I can feel the rage boiling inside me anytime I hear about the "inevitable extension." If Dusty is extended, it's very likely I will refuse to go to another Cubs game until he is gone, not in protest of Dusty himself but in protest of the entire organization.
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3 pitches 3 outs.
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If the trash is to be taken out
Irrelevant Dude replied to anemic offense's topic in Chicago Cubs Talk
I've said it before and I'll say it again. If games are won or lost by good or bad luck, then we're paying way too much for a manager who can't influence the outcome. Dusty and his staff must be getting paid for something??? -
Wood's fastball was clocked consistently in the 88-90 range on Friday night, hitting 93 once. I know it's just a rehab start and maybe he's not letting it all go yet, but does his velocity concern anyone else? I don't think his location isn't good enough to be successful in the high 80's against major league hitters.
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Meanwhile, his average is down to .231. :twisted:
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5 IP, 5 H, 1 R, 2 BB, 3 K, 85 pitches (54 strikes) That will probably be it for Wood.
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The Cubs leave the bases loaded, Sky Sox up 1-0 after 4. Does anyone else feel bad for Adam Greenberg? He may never again get a shot in the big leagues and his one career at bat could end up being the pitch that hit him in the head.
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So far yeah. Jamming guys and making some good pitches, but nothing fancy.
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You're right about that. Wood has looked ok, but the breaking pitches haven't been real sharp and he doesn't seem to be overpowering anyone.
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It must be "kids work the camera" night tonight in Iowa.
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Nice looking throw by Pie though... and yeah the camera is giving me a headache. His velocity doesn't seem quite the same, used to be mid 90's and he could reach back for 98-99, now it's low 90's and he reaches back for 93-94.
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If that's the case, then let's find someone to manage the team for $500,000/year and have an extra 4 million to spend on payroll. If the manager has little to no impact on wins and losses, then the Cubs sure are throwing their money away.
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As much as I hate to say it, I still think the chances are slim to none... Wood will return, followed by Miller, Prior, and Lee and they will be enough to bring the team back to mediocrity. If anything, the "big shake-up" will be the firing of Clines or something meaningless like that. I'm sick of listening to a manager who sounds completely defeated after each loss. Dan Bernstein was completely right on the Score today, Baker seems like a guy who believes all these things are happening to him and his players, rather than someone who believes that he and his players can do something to have an impact on the outcome of games. Yes, bad things are happening, so DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT!!!
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Chicago sports radio is going downhill in general... Mike North Sucks. Mike Murphy sucks. Mulligan & Hanley suck. Rosenbloom & Salisbury suck. Carmen & Silvey are good but got moved to evenings when most people are home from work and not listening. Boers & Bernstein are the only show even worth listening to during my work day!
