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I won’t argue that with you - solid points. What I’m simply asking is this: would you trust him in a tight game? I’m quite certain the answer is hell no. So - to my point…..he is only good for garbage innings against terrible lineups, and even then he’s a liability. Oh, and the Paul Skenes comparison to Ben Brown is……let’s just say, ludicrous. Cade Horton is a rookie and learned those “ropes” pretty quick, oh and this guy from Milwaukee (also a rookie) also learned those proverbial ropes quite well too. I could go on. Brown has had enough chances to show that he’s not an MLB pitcher. So we can agree to disagree
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This inning? lol how about 95% of the times he’s pitched this year. What favor do they owe that guy? Or maybe it’s nepotism of sorts. I just don’t get it - they keep “hoping” but he keeps showing them he’s not an MLB pitcher.
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I understand these are garbage innings, but is it me that feels Ben Brown just doesn’t cut it? Personally, these are the ONLY types of games I feel remotely comfortable with him. He’s terrible
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Cubs (Imanaga) vs Giants (Webb): 8/28/25, 2:45pm
Papa Cub replied to Brandon Glick's topic in Fred Hornkohl Game Thread Forum
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Cubs (Imanaga) vs Giants (Webb): 8/28/25, 2:45pm
Papa Cub replied to Brandon Glick's topic in Fred Hornkohl Game Thread Forum
This team outperformed themselves the first half of the season. Period. The way they’re playing now is who they truly are in my opinion. IF they make the playoffs, they’ll be like the Dallas Cowboys- one and done anyway. -
Thought it was just me seeing this lol - it’s on the verge of becoming ridiculous
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What is Seiya’s issue with swinging the bat?? Or should I say - lack thereof
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Cade Horton. Dealing …….yet again! Atta man, Cade!
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Personally, I want to (always rooting for that kid), but as a fan I’m going to have to see more than a homer, which was a HUGE deal for the game last night! Hes still way too inconsistent and needs to take some walks and just focus on getting on base. Hoping that he and Tucker get back on track very soon. Oh, how we all would love to see first half PCA though, right?!
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Personally, I want to (always rooting for that kid), but as a fan I’m going to have to see more than a homer, which was a HUGE deal for the game last night! Hes still way too inconsistent and needs to take some walks and just focus on getting on base. Hoping that he and Tucker get back on track very soon. Oh, how we all would love to see first half PCA though, right?!
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Pitching hasn’t been the issue - yeah it always sucks when you give up the lead and easy to blame the bullpen, but they don’t manufacture runs and this is simply the result.
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Well stated - I’m not posting this because hindsight being that they lost. Counsell is notorious for sitting guys or pinch hitting guys who are the hottest hitters. I do not understand his thought process with that. Also, why Busch as lead off? He’s insisting on making him a lead off hitter. He has his moments, but a guy like Hoerner would be more ideal. Again, just my thoughts on the roster calls from that guy. 🤷♂️🤔
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So glad to see the team getting back on track like any Cubs fan, but yes - Matt Shaw! I was rooting for that kid since the start, and like you said, so great to see him coming into his own at the plate and in some sense leading this team. Class act too - good team win tonight. It’s nice to see
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I know this is nearly 24 hours later lol, but I totally agree with your statement. I made a similar statement and was met with resistance from a few people. There are number guys (guys that rely totally on data:statistics, and then there’s just people that go with the hot hands). I am not saying to never use stats and data/numbers, but some managers tend to complicate and overthink these situations. Ride with what is working - just my thoughts too. Go Cubs! It was great to see some signs of life offensively last couple games 👍
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Can’t argue that - that is baseball analytics 101. Again, they’re the managers and I’m a fan watching, but those numbers may increase in going with a hot batter is all. Just my thoughts. I’m just glad to see some offense!! Pitching has been doing such a great job even with the offensive woes
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Exactly!!! Go with who is hot
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I don’t disagree with you - you have a kid hitting well and making solid contact, so why not ride with him. I know you can’t predict results, but how did those “results” work out? I just think they overthink the numbers too much.
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I understand the thinking of the righty lefty deal, but the kid is swinging a hot bat - I totally disagree with that move personally, but I’m not the manager so 🤷♂️
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Please - someone make sense of Counsell’s decision of pinch hitting for Caissie with a 41 year old (or however old) with Caissie swinging a hot bat?? Is it me - am I the o my one that takes issue with that as a fan? Just checking lol
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I definitely agree - @Derwood did mention yesterday that they have been extremely luck and fortunate in many instances, and I do agree with him to a point; however, they are solid in all facets of the game. They hit, solid defense, managed well, and have good starting and relief pitching. On paper, the Cubs should be 9 games up on them, but obviously that’s not what’s happening. On another note - good on you, Owen Caissie!
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Instead of quoting others - please share your expertise as to why they win games. I for one, would love to hear your analysis- not quoting other people with your sarcasm. Offer your version as to what they do differently or what the Cubs are or nate not doing. I would like to hear your thoughts.
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The last four innings of this game is like dying a slow death - 😏
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I deserve it often times so I get it lol - one guy called me out on using the word coddling too much - he was right in doing so! It was getting g out of hand 😂
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I am a Cubs fan who happens to live near Philly, yes sir. What some of the simpletons on this forum failed to understand is that I referenced hiw Philly fans react to their players when they lack hustle and production. They’re relentless. Not supporting it - simply stating that the boo birds are a part of the game, and if Tucker can’t handle that it’s going to be rough for him in certain cities. Chicago fans are usually pretty forgiving, but they’re frustrated. That’s all my friend - that’s the measuring stick, guy
