Today's lineup as heard on The Score: 1. Jerry Hairston 2. Todd Walker 3. Derrek Lee 4. Jeromy Burnitz 5. Aramis Ramirez 6. Todd Hollandsworth 7. Neifi Perez 8. Michael Barrett 9. Kerry Wood Adam Greenberg has been placed on the 15-day DL and the Cubs recalled Ben Grieve to take his spot on the 25 man roster. Cubs suck! Win another one and prove me wrong...
If a realistic trade for Adam Dunn is possible I think the Cubs would take it in a heart beat as long as Cincy doesn't demand the world. A firstbase prosepect is no big deal but we should try holding onto Pie and Hill. If they want Murton, cash and another prospect so be it.
Troy has had a few injury related problems this year. Isn't this his second stint on the DL? i'm glad the Cubs didn't get a chance to sign him in the off season.
uh oh, Neifi couldnt get that grounder out of the glove. 2 on 1 out. Coulda, shoulda been a DP or at least an out at first... an error was awarded YES, the game ends on a DP
Dempster needs to pitch every few days to stay sharp. We have lots of consecutive games coming up but who's to say they will be close enough to risk having him on the mound? I think its a good idea to let him lock it down today.
I think the Marlins were hoping for the Greg Maddux effect. You know, wise veteran helps to anchor a young staff while also finding ways to win. They figured he'd be inconsistent but he's just been BAD.
The Marlins designated Al Leiter for assignment. I saw that coming. http://mlb.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/news/article.jsp?ymd=20050714&content_id=1130752&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb
I think the booing was for poor execution. Lee was at 3rd with no outs and he didnt score. Getting Aramis to strike out was huge with the rookie behind him.
Most runners would have gone on that WP. It's their third or 4th today (I think) and each one has been really wild. I think D hesitated just enough to get nipped at the plate.