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yep, although the minor leaguers don't officially report for another couple of weeks, I think. The coaches are likely already there, although don't know how much time they spend out with the big league club.
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Southern League All-Star Game
karenmac replied to vance_the_cubs_fan's topic in Cubs Minor League Talk
the Midwest League All-Star game has been on a weekday for the last few years (at least), and it's not been difficult to get tickets. In fact, the game in Quad Cities last year was pretty lousy turnout, although it was spitting rain. With things being at Kane County this year, I'm guessing it will be more difficult to get tickets. When we had things in Peoria a few years ago, lawn seats were still available the week of the event. As long as you plan ahead, you should easily get tickets, and get to pick where you sit too :) Have fun! As part of the booster club, we helped the club with several events during all-star week and it was a blast! -
Fantasy baseball league for (mostly) new players?
karenmac replied to MPrior's topic in Fantasy Sports
this is good with me too - do you need our yahoo id's to get things set up (or email address?). I'd be happy to PM to whomever is setting up the league if that's necessary. -
I love it when college kids are in procrastination mode :D Thanks much for doing this - I will likely add a column for XM channel, as they publish that a month out, so this will be easy to just print off and keep on the front seat of my car. Much appreciate the effort!
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Fantasy baseball league for (mostly) new players?
karenmac replied to MPrior's topic in Fantasy Sports
our nsbb fantasy hockey league has 8, so not sure if that's the number, or if that can be set by whoever sets things up... *and* I'm not sure that we want to use yahoo, necessarily. It is free. Here's a tour of the CBS Sportsline baseball setup - not sure what this costs, but they're offering $20 off to set up now. http://baseball.sportsline.com/splash/baseball/spln/mgmt/tour/index -
yep...here's the info from yesterday's BP newsletter.
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Fantasy baseball league for (mostly) new players?
karenmac replied to MPrior's topic in Fantasy Sports
I'd be up for it - I've played fantasy football and hockey before but never baseball - this league looks like it could be my speed :) -
Interview with Grant on scout.com posted on Friday... http://cubs.scout.com/2/615153.html
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Will you be able to remember him better if you check out his awesome website? http://www.dylanjohnston.com/Index.htm HINT: no Wow, I knew he wasn't very well liked in the clubhouse...this tells me a bit why. :pukel:
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Yep, it's my XM (got a timex unit for my bedside table at xmas) + the audio/video package from mlb.com. mlb.com blacks out a few games, but most are available to me in Central IL. I've got XM in my car as well, so I'm good to go. My cable provider, Insight, doesn't carry either EI or Center Ice - pretty silly, as it would be nothing but extra revenue for them. Fair enough. But, I get EI for all MLB games, not just the Cubs. With Fantasy baseball as popular as ever, MLB should be capitalizing on the opportunity for EI to be seen regardless of what cable provider subscribers have. If they are stupid enough to sign an exclusivity contract with one provider, then I might have to agree with you and not feel sorry for them or myself. I think I'd probably wind up listening to more games on my XM radio. I wonder if they get rid of blackouts if I could watch the games on comcast sportsnet chicago, I pay extra for that channel but they blackout all the Cubs games so its usually only good for watching the pre and post game shows and Tribune live is occasionaly entertaining. Dan Plesac is a tool though. *sigh* If I could watch all the games on WGN and the games carried on comcast sportsnet I think Id be pretty happy and not be worried about losing the EI package.
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got mine! we're going to see the Brewers game on the 11th. For those who are thinking about going to AZ, American had an excellent deal roundtrip ORD-PHX for about $210. Love those new years sales! only 42 days until pitchers and catchers report :D
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Thanks to all attempting these lists. A couple of quick comments: - I'm not sure why everyone's rating Samardzija so high...is it the idea that he's athletic overall? When I saw him in Peoria, he wasn't *that* impressive. Certainly not as good as Atkins...is it the potential? - I don't think they'll be releasing Koerber after sending him to Hawaii for fall ball. He came on at the end of last season, so it's my belief that he'll be up at Daytona in '07 - Ryne Malone did a nice job too. Can't see them releasing him at this point either
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From a very selfish standpoint, I was sad to see Campy go too. He's a really good guy and his arm had come along. On the other hand, it's hard for me to not be thrilled for him to have an opportunity to make a great club like that. Oneri Fleita is on with Mayo and Winston now
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i guess this means the cubs didnt lose campusano? no, he was taken in the major league phase by Milwaukee and then traded to Detroit
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Ed Campusano was just discussed with Winston & Mayo on MILB.com - they're talking to Milwaukee, and Campy's actually been traded to Detroit for cash considerations. Amazing! The thought that he could actually make that roster is exciting.
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forgot to mention that we didn't take anyone or give anyone in the AA phase
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In the AAA phase, (I hope I wrote these down correctly): KC selected Richard Lewis from the WTenn roster Cubs selected Jim Henderson from the Nationals A's selected Andy Shipman from the WTenn roster
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more from BA
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from Baseball America
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Minor League defensive stat winners & losers:
karenmac replied to UK1679666180's topic in Cubs Minor League Talk
Very interesting indeed - Sam is a great CF...I hope he's healing well over the off-season. I was surprised to see Harvey on the list. He seemed to have amazing range (and a rocket arm) when he was here in Peoria. I wonder if there was a bizarre nook in Daytona or something that created some havoc for him. Anyway, good stuff. Much appreciate the post! -
Cubs sign DeRosa for 3 yrs/$13M
karenmac replied to Shilzzz's topic in MLB Draft, International Signings, Amateur Baseball
Hi All! Just saw this as I was doing my daily perusing: http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=5721 I think it might be a premium-only article, but here's my favorite part (echoed in this thread a few times I think): -
Are the Quad City River Bandits still around? Yes, but they got re-named into the Swing of the Quad Cities a couple of years ago, after they made some stadium improvements. It's a very strange logo - a saxaphone with a ball shooting out of it. They are currently the Cardinal affiliate for the Midwest League.
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Surprise was a *beautiful* ballpark - we were there to see the Brewers vs KC this past spring training. It takes a while to get there, but is well worth it IMHO.
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yep, it was me...I had originally had Alexander as a keeper, but with the injury keeping him out, that put me over the edge. We'll see. He, honestly, has *not* been having a good year, even when he was playing. With TO, I just don't like the guy. He got injured, oh, and can't catch jack this season anyway. Perhaps I'll be sorry in the end, but I'll stand by both moves. Keep your eyes peeled...you never know what kind of zany move I'll make next!
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Yep, Arteaga spent the first half or so of 2005 with the Chiefs after coming down from Daytona (?) He was a good team guy...but the Cubs had put the writing on the wall...they were hoping he would move into the organization in a coaching role, but he thought he had a few more years of playing in him. I was glad to see the Braves pick him up.