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Remember when they said he'd be ready by mid-May?.............

So he can then get suspended for the year? or are they just gambling that it'll only be a few weeks or he won't be suspended at all?

They may be bad right now or they may just plain suck period, but at least it seems the players still do care and get upset at themselves when they do not perform well..... http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20060906/capt.f66defe41b8c46e19056208eb3e4467a.pirates_cubs_baseball_ilbk107.jpg Chicago Cubs pitcher Ryan Dempster sits on the bench after throwing a wild pitch allowing the winning run to score during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Chicago, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006. The Pirates won 6-5. (AP Photo/Brian Kersey) http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20060906/capt.8172e900b3f44f0bb924b5e4e29032ab.pirates_cubs_baseball_ilbk106.jpg Chicago Cubs Freddie Bynum sits on the bench after striking out with runners on first and second to end the baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Chicago, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006. The Pirates won 6-5. (AP Photo/Brian Kersey) Hopefully, a new manager and some new additions on the roster will help whip this sorry group into shape for '07.

So the Cubs get nothing for Jerome..... I guess that's been the M.O. for Hendry. I know Jerome hasn't performed well this year, but he was still under the Cubs control and you'd think a 24 year old starter that had past success would get you something (however little) in return.

There is no section 163 in Wrigley. Edit: actually aisle 22 gives you the section I think -- if so, here is a pic from near where you will be sitting..... http://www.seatdata.com/images/mlb_cubs/170x128/22.jpg

I'll go with Halladay.

I think you missed the point. This movie is not a Ra Ra We Love the Cubs and They Can Do No Wrong film. This movie celebrates what it means to be a fan. To yell scream curse and cry when things go terribly wrong. To yell scream jump laugh hug and cry when things go unbelievably right. We care as fans and get upset and put up with crap that is a season like 2002 or 2006 for the chance to truly rejoice like we all too briefly did in 2003.

Thanks UMFan! I'm glad you enjoyed the movie - it was made by die-hard Cubs fans for die-hard Cubs fans so the fact that you enjoyed it is terrific for all of us that worked on the film. I wasn't in front of the camera (except for a couple split second shots), but I was behind it for a lot of the footage that was shot in Chicago from 2002-2004. As far as Matt goes.... he's taking applications for a new girlfriend - maybe this movie will help! :D I did talk with Faline (his ex) a bit at Murphy's after the show and she is doing well pursuing an acting career in LA. The producers are trying to get the film entered into the Chicago Film Festival this October and perhaps a few other festivals. The hope is that they can get a distribution deal (even if just limited to Chicago) and get the film a theatrical release sometime near Opening Day 2007. DVD release would follow after that. As I get more details about future screenings and the eventual DVD release, I will post them here. The DVD special features should be fun -- there must be about a thousand hours of footage that didn't make the final cut.

Short notice but Matt Liston the director/producer/subject of the film will be on WGN Radio @ 8:30pm CT. Should be an interesting interview -- Kap is pissed with the Cubs, he seems ready to blow up the trib tower... which is pretty funny considering he's in it! You can listen on wgnradio.com for those outside the Chicago area.

Its weird for me to watch the footage we shot back then as well - the sky was the limit and then everything cratered.....

FYI -- if you weren't able to get tickets to this premiere (now totally sold out) and still want to attend, XRT will be hosting the pre-party at Murphy's Bleachers ~6pm tomorrow night (Thursday, 8/31) and giving away some free tickets to the movie. There are also other prizes as well (tickets to see Tom Petty, bleacher seats to a Cubs game, etc.)

The NL is not that good -- Hendry doesn't have to do much to contend next year. That said-- I fully expect this franchise to screw things up again in the off-season and for the Cubs to waste another golden opportunity in a weak National League.

Thanks! I will pass this on to the producers -- I know they will be looking at all opportunities to get the film screened. Cost/Logistics for getting independent films screened can be pretty tricky...

OK -- another block of tickets has been made available @ http://www.murphysbleachers.com/movie.htm. As of 3:20 CT it looks like you can purchase them online again.

OK -- here's an update -- apparently they are trying to get a block of tickets back from one of the sponsers and make them available for sale to the public. I'll also post something here as soon as I can confirm there are more tickets available. Not sure on the timing of a DVD release -- initial plans are to take the film the festival route and look for someone to pick it up for distribution. Will let you know once I have more exact info.....

....and just like that we are Sold Out for the premiere! Hopefully, a few folks from NSBB were able to get tickets to the event. Not sure at this time if there will be additional screenings, but I'll pass on any information that I get. Thanks again to any and all for your support.

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Can't find the thread anymore, but some of you may remember that a couple of years ago there was a discussion regarding a Cubs documentary that I had the good fortune to work on.... well that independent film is making its World Premiere in Chicago on Thursday, August 31st at the Music Box Theatre (3733 N. Southport). "Chasing October: A Fan's Crusade" (formerly titled 'Wait Til THIS Year') follows one mostly-sane Cubs fan (Matt) as he tries to will the Cubs to victory. The film contains many interviews with current/former Cubs players/announcers/management, dozens of celebrities, and countless fans. To find out more about the film, watch a trailer, or read Matt's journal, please check out http://www.cubsmovie.com/ . Tickets are only $12 each and are available online @ http://www.murphysbleachers.com/movie.htm . All proceeds benefit Children's Memorial Hospital and Cubs Care. This is the only planned screening and it is expected to sell out, so if you are interested in attending I highly recommend purchasing tickets soon. Tickets also get you in to a post-party at Murphy's Bleachers and the event is being sponsored by WXRT, Lou Malnati's, and Budweiser. Sunday Morning Chameleon and Chris Dodds of the Legendary Trainhoppers will be performing. So if you're in the Chicagoland area, please come on out and support a great film, 2 great charities, remember the good ole days of 2003 and maybe get some hope back for 2007!

Oh Joyous Day!!! This must be what Heavan is like...... :D :D :D

If the Cubs are going to "move" Barrett anywhere, I hope its at least to another team and hopefully its for 2-3 prospects that may be close to contributing in '07. Otherwise, just leave him behind the plate and find some other way to improve the offense @ 2B or in the entire OF.

You're due. Nope..... 0-6 now.... :(

I will be in attendance. First time I will see the Cubs since the fiasco that was my San Diego trip. First time to be in Wrigley since April 30th -- also another disaster. The Cubs are 0-5 this year with me in the park. Go Cubs!

The site the quote is from is for fantasy baseball information. Some fantasy baseball leagues are aligned by NL or AL only....

They should name bars after this kid! :lol:

O'Malley!! Whodathunkit??! LOL @ the Astros. :D