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I was just getting ready to break out the little graphic explanation... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v483/cubbybear314/Random%20Cool%20Shit/caring.png Except that "could care less" is sarcasm. From time to time. Most of the time, it's someone getting the actual phrase completely wrong. Yeah, I don't buy it either. Go ..............somebody

What is a "situation favorable to Pie?" How about batting him somewhere he'll see something to hit? When Johnson plays, he's got Lee and Ramirez hitting behind him. When Pie plays, he has the pitcher "protecting" him. Yeah, that's fair. I think/ hope he's hitting 8th so he'll learn to take a walk, and eventually wind up batting 2nd (not ideal but I've given up on the idea of DeRosa there). I guess it's early and we just have to wait and see. Wouldn't it be funny if the Orioles finished the season with a better record than the Cubs? Putting developing players into the pressure spots at the top of the lineup is usually not a good idea. Hey, Jerome Walton batted leadoff as a rookie, and look how great his career turned out :roll: Seriously, though, it's only a bad idea if it doesn't work. What's the worst that could happen?

What is a "situation favorable to Pie?" How about batting him somewhere he'll see something to hit? When Johnson plays, he's got Lee and Ramirez hitting behind him. When Pie plays, he has the pitcher "protecting" him. Yeah, that's fair. I think/ hope he's hitting 8th so he'll learn to take a walk, and eventually wind up batting 2nd (not ideal but I've given up on the idea of DeRosa there). I guess it's early and we just have to wait and see. Wouldn't it be funny if the Orioles finished the season with a better record than the Cubs?

Ooh, do I get to be the first to mention Adam Dunn? Soriano, Lilly, Wuertz for Dunn, Arroyo, Freel

I don't think anybody is blaming him for being frustrated. No, you're blaming him for not keeping his mouth shut about it. He seems like a professional, and if a trade happens I doubt he'll throw a tantrum. But letting everyone know that he's not going to be happy about it could factor into their decision, especially considering how long the talks have dragged on. I think a lot of fans decided long ago that a marginal upgrade at a position they're set at isn't worth the trouble or the prospects. Hopefully the Cubs agree, soon.

I highly doubt Jim promised he's be the starting second baseman for his entire contract. He said he'd be the starting 2B last season, which he was. Things change. Anyways, I don't think anybody here is arguing that Derosa was wrong, they're just saying that he doesn't need to repeatedly be saying it. There's a difference between having the right to say something and actually saying it. This is what, the 5th time he's told the media about how he's unhappy with the situation? We get is Mark, you made your point. Suck it up. He paid his dues and earned a three-year deal to be the starting second baseman for the Chicago Cubs. If he'd underperformed, he'd have nobody supporting him now. But he actually exceeded expectations and now they're going back on the deal. My guess is they wanted him as a supersub all along (primarily because of Ramirez) but the only way he'd sign is if they gave him the starting job. After a year, they're weaseling out and I won't blame him if he raises hell about it. Suck it up, Cubs.

This is a true statement. They showed the Reds/ Tigers game Monday on FSN Ohio and I couldn't believe how much weight he lost.

DeRosa Fukudome Lee Soriano Ramirez Pie Soto Theriot Three most patient hitters at the top, followed by the two most powerful. After that, who cares, Ramirez has never had any protection before anyway.

That's good news. Now if he'd just switch Lee with Soriano.

Except it may take years to convince him Theriot isn't an everyday player.

I could see them going for Randy Winn. But of course, the universe is at a standstill until Brian Roberts puts on his Cubs uniform.

Or maybe your standards are lower then mine. Because any GM who wants to win, and does whatever takes (not necessarily meaning stupid trades, signings) to win, and does this consistantly, is in my book, a good GM. Maybe your not use to the idea of a GM who wants to win, because Hendry definately does want to win. Hendry does get his fair share of blame, but it's not because he isn't trying. I honestly believe people on this board, underrate Hendry as a GM. Actually winning >>>>>>>>>>>> Desire to win "Most people have the will to win, few have the will to prepare to win." -- Bobby Knight

In a broader sense, does anyone else feel this image captures perfectly what it's like to be a Cubs fan?

When they trade Dunn to make room for Norris Hopper, I'll laugh even louder.