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  1. Keener98
    Im not sure if it was this article about Maddux or Mike Kiley's(they are both about the same) today but I liked what I read about Maddux talking alot to the youngsters. Said specifically Hill and Marshall were having a long discussion the other day. I just wish Maddux ability to "pitch" would rub off on all of our guys that can "throw". Imagine Guzmans stuff with Mad Dogs ability to pitch.
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    This is from Hendry: Without knowing anything about whether it could actually cause more damage or not, the logic seems about right (this time). If the surgery goes as planned, the real setback will be him losing arm strength. In theory, building it up before the surgery will mean that he has less ground to cover when he's able to get back on the mound. In theory. In theory Communism works. In theory. I acutally don't have any problem with what the Cubs are doing here. Well that didn't take long. Neither do I. Unlike August of last year, this isn't a significant delay in his surgery and there seems to be a good reason behind it. Only the Cubs know how strong Kerry's arm is right now, so it's hard to judge whether or not these two extra bullpen sessions are meaningless or not. And it's quite possible that the surgery couldn't be scheduled until around that time, anyways. Call me skeptical, call me overly worried, but I just dont see the benefit in throwing on Monday. I mean if he doesnt throw its not like its going to set him back farther just by not throwing that one day. I would think with an injury like the knee, I would want him off of it and not overly exerting(sp?) himselft just for precautionary reasons. I understand this is a "minor" surgery, but this is also Kerry Wood we are talking about it, so I would think the thing to do is be overly cautious. With a sore knee it would be way to easy to alter his mechanics, or even twist it a little and do much more damage. Why not be safe in a case like this? I just think its too great a risk, for what little good that 1 little session is going to do in the long term outlook on Woods return.
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    Woods injury sucks, but I still would like to know what the hell is the point of him throwing on Monday, a day before the surgery, is. Completely idiotic, I really an thinking Baker and Hendry have no clue at all regarding a smart way to handle an injury is. Just because the doctors say he wont hurt his knee more by throwing doesnt mean you should have him out there throwing the day before the damn surgery. Seriously, what is the point. Arrgh this team can be so frustrating at times.
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    I think the thing that people should be upset about is the fact that the Cubs are still planning on Wood throwing on Monday....a day before his freaking surgery! What is the point? Why take a chance of him altering his mechanics or doing something more to the knee? It makes no sense, him throwing on Monday is not going to speed up his recovery, its just another assinine decision this Cubs brass has made regarding injuries, and especially Woods injuries.
  5. Keener98
    No Ill take Barretts plus offense on this team over his average D. This team needs as much offense as it can get and Barrett is the best hitting catcher in the NL.
  6. Keener98
    So does anybody have any new rumors as far as the Bulls and making a trade is concerned? Ive got a feeling that they arent going to do anything which Id understand.
  7. Keener98
    Im baaaaaack! lol Not like anybody probably noticed my non posting but anyways. Why in the hell did Skiles leave Kirk out so long to begin the 2nd quarter? The guy was on fire keep him in there and that lead probably isnt gone.
  8. Keener98
    Why? If Ronnyc isn't headed to Baltimore he's going to your starting second baseman most likely if Walker gets dealt or not. It would suck for RonnyC to watch Perez getting starts over him not one of the best shortstops in the majors if not the best in Miggy. You said it yourself. Do you really think Baker will play Ronny over Neifi? Yes, I do. What I do think will happen is that Ronnie will play 120-130 games, not 155 games. What on earth has Dusty Baker done to give you the idea that Cedeno will play over Perez? The facts just dont back up your idea, with Baker here its pretty much a given that Perez(he saved us man!) will be on the field ALOT.
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    That's just silly. You have zero real knowledge of how the correspondance went down. On top of that, all indications from the glimpses of media coverage show us that Baltimore has a higher asking price for Tejada than the market is willing to pay (not just the Cubs, but all other interested parties). Why are people so quick to assume Hendry is to blame for not making deals happen? It takes two to tango they say, so folks need to stop pretending Hendry's dancing with himself. Why are people so quick to defend Hendry at all times, when he has done jack to improve this team for the 2nd straight year. Folks need to stop pretending like Hendry is "God" because of what happened in 2003, and look at the overall picture, and quite frankly the picture is pretty damn ugly.
  10. Keener98

    Wildcard Weekend

    Keener98 replied to B's topic in Other Sports

    I think the Bears D should kill a QB like Simms. Inexperienced, young, not used to the weather. I think the same could be said for Manning. His stats on the road this year are terrible, and coming to Chicago, in January, vs a D like the Bears, I think would just eat him alive. Tiki worries me a bit, but I think the Bears could eliminate the passing game of NY and concentrate on Tiki.
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    Wildcard Weekend

    Keener98 replied to B's topic in Other Sports

    Ok am I the only Bears fan that is thinking the exact opposite on this? Honestly I would rather play NY based on the fact that the Bears havent played them this year. Beating good teams twice in the same season is not easy in football, even with the game being in Chicago. Also, NY has been TERRIBLE on the road this year, and quite possibly wouldnt even be in the playoffs had it not been for the fact they had an extra home game. I think the Bears D can really tear apart Eli Manning. Just my opinion but Id rather see the Giants then Tampa or Carolina. Dont get me wrong I think the Bears can/will beat any of those teams, but I think NY would be the easiest.
  12. Keener98
    Briggs and Urlacher both out of the game now.
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    Bring back Singletary? He's assistant HC, so at this point the only job he'll be getting is a head coach job. I think Lovie and company are just going to screw around out there today. See what works for future reference. Can SF grant him permission to move to the Bears DC though? I dont know if they would, but is it at all possible?
  14. Keener98
    Nice fake punt... I love the call in a game like this.
  15. Keener98
    Bring back Singletary?
  16. Keener98
    Yes Benson is going to see some action today.
  17. Keener98
    Alex Brown with the great jump on the snap and was waiting in the backfield.
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    As long as Dusty understands the bolded part, I agree. How sad is it when you really believe that your manager will play a 39 year old has-been who hit .212 last year over a promising young outfielder who has had success on the big league level? It's the life we lead. The one thing we have going for us is that CPatt is probably a goner. If that's so, then we need a bona-fide backup CFer, and no one else on the roster fits that role. Hairston played a little center for us last year, but I think he displayed that he's not a great CFer. Back-up CF's: J.Jones JHJR Mabry Pie (if or when called up) A back-up CF is not an issue. There is no way in HELL that John Mabry should EVER EVER EVER see playing time in CF. Corner OF, 3rd, and 1st, but never should he be in CF.
  19. Keener98
    I think somebody is a little upset/jealous that his team lost out in the AJ Burnett derby. Could that be why you are rooting against Toronto? Just a hunch, but thats my guess. :wink:
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    I agree that TE should be what the Bears are looking for in the 1st round. But what I love about the Bears draft is the quality that they seem to be able to find in the later parts of the draft. Are there any names out there anyone can think of for the later parts of the draft. Also, is there any free agent TE's available?
  21. Keener98
    To say that Bedard is a "certainty" while Prior isnt because of health history is completely assanine, and shows why myself along with many others here dont think much of either of those 2.
  22. Keener98
    Nice 1 armed tackle by Briggs
  23. Keener98
    Good job Peanut. Thats why he isnt a Pro Bowler. Penalty on this drive and gives up big plays.....
  24. Keener98
    Well looks like the Bears want to make this game intersting. Make a stop D lets go
  25. Keener98
    There should have been a holding on that call. BS
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