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Title: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 09:03:59 AM
Of last place... for some sick reason, finishing in last and watching Dusty and his coaching goons getting contract extensions would make me smile.. yey?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 09:06:13 AM
Everyone likes a race.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 09:07:30 AM
With Glendon on the mound, today's loss will allow the Cubs to keep pace with last place.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 09:15:24 AM
I'l be sure to tune in today.  I love watching a good shellacking.  Home runs are neat-o.

On the other hand, today we're supposed to be rooting for the Tigers anyway, right?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 16, 2006, 09:26:55 AM
Go Pirates.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 09:27:19 AM
I sold my tickets to Saturday's game to my wife's second cousin and his family, who are coming in fom Grand Rapids.  When I hooked him up back in March, I was just glad to provide him tickets for him to see his Tigers play in Wrigley.  Now?  I hope he brings home a winner.  My frustration is far beyond any measurable, definable easily articulated quality.  I hate this entire organization so much, from the jerkoffs in the Trib boardroom, to carnival barker John McDonough, to the arrogant asswipe twins Hendry and MacFail to Mr. Contrarian Dusty, and everybody else associated with this club, save for the TV and radio broadcasters.

I've never felt like this before.  Even in a season like, say, '99, when we watched a team 25 games under .500 in August roll out Cole Liniak to play third base, I was dissapointed, but that was it.  Now, I want to see this thing crash and burn so badly, so any realistic chance of these mopes keeping their ill-deserved jobs are shot.

It may be a pipe dream, but if they finish in the bottom 3 of the entire MLB, and suffer a 100-loss season for the first time in over 40 years, with a $94 million payroll, then you got to think that wholesale changes are on the way.

12 years of this f@#$stic MacFail living off his two cheap WS titles in Minnesota is enough.  The guy is a fraud and needs to leave in the worst possible way.  Go Tigers.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 09:43:24 AM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 09:27:19 AM
I sold my tickets to Saturday's game to my wife's second cousin and his family, who are coming in fom Grand Rapids.  When I hooked him up back in March, I was just glad to provide him tickets for him to see his Tigers play in Wrigley.  Now?  I hope he brings home a winner.  My frustration is far beyond any measurable, definable easily articulated quality.  I hate this entire organization so much, from the jerkoffs in the Trib boardroom, to carnival barker John McDonough, to the arrogant asswipe twins Hendry and MacFail to Mr. Contrarian Dusty, and everybody else associated with this club, save for the TV and radio broadcasters.

I've never felt like this before.  Even in a season like, say, '99, when we watched a team 25 games under .500 in August roll out Cole Liniak to play third base, I was dissapointed, but that was it.  Now, I want to see this thing crash and burn so badly, so any realistic chance of these mopes keeping their ill-deserved jobs are shot.

It may be a pipe dream, but if they finish in the bottom 3 of the entire MLB, and suffer a 100-loss season for the first time in over 40 years, with a $94 million payroll, then you got to think that wholesale changes are on the way.

12 years of this f@#$stic MacFail living off his two cheap WS titles in Minnesota is enough.  The guy is a fraud and needs to leave in the worst possible way.  Go Tigers.

I never thought it would get this bad, but I agree 100% with you Huey. I want this lot of jerkoffs to lose 100 games.

Go Tigers.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: williams on June 16, 2006, 09:44:47 AM
A Cole Liniak sighting.  Wow.

I long for the the days of Eddie Zambrano and Donn Pall.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 16, 2006, 09:48:23 AM
Rob Sperring and Bill Bonham
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 09:51:22 AM
Carmen Fanzone and Ron Dunn
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 09:53:21 AM
Tyler Fucking Houston
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 09:55:10 AM

Danny Fucking Jackson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 09:55:27 AM
No joke, I miss Jose Macias.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 09:56:44 AM
I've actually been hoping they'd call up Augie in lieu of Bynum.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 09:56:57 AM
Cleotha Walker
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 09:57:14 AM
Dave fucking Smith
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 09:59:22 AM
Mel F. Rojas
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 10:00:38 AM

Al "Throw It Back" Nipper
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:01:56 AM
Antonio f@#$ing Alfonseca
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:02:21 AM
Leo fucking Gomez.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:04:02 AM
Jose f@#$ing Guzman
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:05:30 AM
Anthony fucking Young.


This is kind of therapeutic.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:08:24 AM
Steve f@#$ing Buechele
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 10:09:31 AM

Jeff fucking Blauser
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:09:42 AM
I could begin and end this thread with Terry cocksucking Adams, who I saw pitch for Indianapolis Monday night. He gave up one run in two innings but stranded two in both frames. Every ball hit off of him was a friggin' screamer someplace and he missed giving up a 3-run JimmyJohnJack by about an inch on a 15 foot wall in LC.

He's much, much, much bigger than he was when he was tormenting the hell out of us but he's every bit as shitty.

Somehow he draws a paycheck from someone to do whatever the hell it is he's doing.

Fuck him in the eye with his gay dad's dick. I wanted to heckle him so bad it hurt. But I was with my new girlfriend and I kind of want her to keep going to games with me.

Terry Adams! What a douchebag.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 10:10:19 AM
Rick f!@#ing Aguilera.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:12:23 AM
Wrick Wrona
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:12:44 AM
Matt fucking Karchner.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 10:13:22 AM
Quote from: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:12:44 AM
Matt f@#$ing KarchnerKrotchner.

fixed.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 10:14:09 AM
Hundley the Drunker.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:15:34 AM
Frank F. Castillo

Let's see if we can keep this up til we get off work today!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 10:17:14 AM
Beer League Softball Stairs
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:17:44 AM
Beer League Softball Coomer
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:18:36 AM
Going Back-to-back posts Paul style to say...

Jason f@#$ing Bere

And how many members of this current roster do you think we'll see in future incarnations of this thread?

I'd say a handful!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:23:07 AM
Kevin f@#$ing Foster
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 10:24:21 AM
Kevin Tapani.

You're 28-12 start only made your 23-38 ending that much more Cub.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 16, 2006, 10:25:26 AM
Mitch Fucking Webster

Rich Fucking Cocksucker Gossage
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 10:26:45 AM
Felix f@#%ing Heredia.

Is this like "categories" in Asshole, where the first person to repeat one finishes their beer?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 10:27:14 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 10:17:44 AM
Beer League Softball Coomer

Cornhole Coomer
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:27:49 AM
Gary f@#$ing Varsho
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 10:28:23 AM

Phil fucking Regan
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:29:23 AM
Jose Hernandez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:29:51 AM
And Jose Hernandez (again)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 10:30:03 AM
Intrepid Reader: cubbiebluestew

Oscar stinking Bielaski!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 10:30:11 AM
Willie f@#$ing Greene.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 10:31:38 AM
Bob Scanlan
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:33:42 AM
Jeff Fucking Reed, God Damnit!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 10:34:34 AM
Paul Kilgus.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 10:35:08 AM
Jaime Navarro Cintron
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:35:27 AM
Chad Fucking Meyers!

That 2000 roster is gold, Jerry!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:36:19 AM
Benito fucking Santiago.


Hey, lay off Matt Stairs, man.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:38:13 AM
Brian f@#$ing McRae
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 10:39:08 AM
Hector Cruz
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:39:38 AM
Yeah, Stairs "saved" the 2001 season when Rondell White went down.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:41:01 AM
Damon "I'll just go play for my dad" Buford
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 10:41:16 AM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:38:13 AM
Brian f@#$ing McRae

Long walks on the beach....anyone? Remember that shit?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 10:41:47 AM
Delino f@#$ing Deshields.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:42:16 AM
How Did Steve f@#$ing Rain make it til the fourth page?

This is a good thread to boost one's post total. Those looking to join us in Hankitude should get in on the fung.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:42:49 AM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 10:41:16 AM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:38:13 AM
Brian f@#$ing McRae

Long walks on the beach....anyone? Remember that shit?

No, but I remember Candy fuckface Maldonado.  I HATE that fucking thief.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 10:43:16 AM
E-motherfarkin-Y
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 10:44:38 AM

Les fucking Lancasater
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 10:44:55 AM
Kal f@#$ing Daniels
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 10:45:10 AM
Quote from: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 10:43:16 AM
E-motherfarkin-Y

Ooooo, good one.

Ruben Fat F@#$ing Quevedo.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 10:45:40 AM
Neifi?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:46:11 AM
The metal sidewall on the third base side of the Urinal Cake that turned Bill Mueller! into Bill F. Mueller (for us anyway).
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 10:47:33 AM
Todd Dunwoody
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 10:49:03 AM

Todd fucking Hollandsworth
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 10:51:33 AM
Jason Dubois
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 10:52:04 AM
Ramon daggone Tatis
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 10:52:22 AM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 10:51:33 AM
Jason Dubois

That makes me cry on the inside....
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:53:03 AM
Michael Fucker.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:54:56 AM
Ismael "Exxon" Valdez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 10:55:56 AM
Daniel daggone Garibay...his only talent was wearing his glove on his right hand
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:56:50 AM
Danny F. Young/Brian F. Williams
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 10:57:15 AM
Quote from: JD on June 16, 2006, 10:55:56 AM
Daniel daggone Garibay...his only talent was wearing his glove on his right hand

Did you just say Daniel Garibay had more talent than Jim Abbott?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 10:59:26 AM
Jmike Eff Fassemerolinger
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 10:59:52 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 10:56:50 AM
Danny F. Young/Brian F. Williams

Anthony Young
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:01:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 10:59:52 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 10:56:50 AM
Danny F. Young/Brian F. Williams

Anthony Young

That's a repeat!  Slaky's out!

Scott "no nuts" Sanderson.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 11:02:02 AM
Mike Harkey. Began the long string of vaginitis among the starting pitching staff.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:02:42 AM
Marcus Fucking Prior

Is it too early for this?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 11:04:15 AM
Kent daggone Bottenfield
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 11:06:00 AM
Brian Dayett
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 16, 2006, 11:06:14 AM
Jesus Figueroa
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:06:29 AM
Brant f$&#% Brown
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:07:01 AM
John William Johnstone Jr.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:07:11 AM
Paul Fucking Awesomemacher...  er ASSenmacher.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 11:07:50 AM
How far back can we go? Davey *&@#&* Rosello.

Steve "All-Star" Swisher
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:08:03 AM
Jeff Fucking Fassero

He managed to give up one of Jason Kendall's 4 homeruns in 2001.  I was there to see it.  Walk-off style too.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:08:19 AM
"One R" Lary Sorensen
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 16, 2006, 11:08:31 AM
Quote from: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:06:29 AM
Brant f$&#% Brown

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:08:53 AM
Doug f@!$%*% Dascenzo?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 11:09:08 AM
Quote from: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:01:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 10:59:52 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 10:56:50 AM
Danny F. Young/Brian F. Williams

Anthony Young

That's a repeat!  Slaky's out!

Scott "no nuts" Sanderson.

Good, I didn't wanna play! WAHHH!!!

Seriously, how does no one rememeber the Cubs commerical where Brian McRae said he likes long walks on the beach and then Sosa said, I loa to heet home rong
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:09:55 AM
Heatchcliff f@#$ing Slocomb
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:10:12 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 10:59:26 AM
Jmike Eff Fassemerolinger

Oooooh... PA, I think I'll let you slide on this one. But you could've been out if I'd typed that a little better.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:10:51 AM
Tony fucking Womack 2003, anyone?

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:11:20 AM
QuoteSteve "All-Star" Swisher

I went to middle school with his kid, Nick.  Steve came in a spoke to my 7th grade math class.

What an honor...
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:11:30 AM
The Fucking Farns
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:12:10 AM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:09:55 AM
Heatchcliff f@#$ing Slocomb

Yes indeed.

But Chuck McElroy was, in his day, "the balls."
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:12:33 AM
Crazy Julian
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:13:29 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 11:10:12 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 10:59:26 AM
Jmike Eff Fassemerolinger

Oooooh... PA, I think I'll let you slide on this one. But you could've been out if I'd typed that a little better.

Yeah, I suppose Remlinger was the older, skinnier, bearded version of Fassero.

Korey Fucking Patterson

This thread is officially 'legendary.'
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:14:06 AM
Darrin "I'm the stupid asshole in the chair next to Hawk Harrelson" Jackson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:14:47 AM
Brooks f$@#&! Kieschnick
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:15:52 AM
Gary F. Scott
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:16:30 AM
Go as far back as you want.

I can't believe nobody's thrown Ken fucking Reitz out there.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:16:43 AM
Matt.  Fu*%$#@.  Lawton.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: theoneandonlyjim on June 16, 2006, 11:17:14 AM
Juan Craterface Cruz
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TG on June 16, 2006, 11:17:23 AM
Jeremi fucking Gonzalez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:17:56 AM
Dave Martinez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:18:04 AM
Oh Henry! Rodriguez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:18:21 AM
And Dave Martinez (again)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:18:27 AM
Quote from: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:14:47 AM
Brooks f$@#&! Kieschnick

Oh, my. Indeed!

Gary fucking Varsho
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:18:59 AM
Quote from: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:18:04 AM
Oh Henry! Rodriguez

Henry was the balls, dude. Simmer down.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:19:29 AM
Hector "Villanova" Villanueva.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: williams on June 16, 2006, 11:19:36 AM
Manny "Little Buddy" Alexander
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TG on June 16, 2006, 11:20:05 AM
Amaury fucking Telemaco
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:20:35 AM
QuoteOh Henry! Rodriguez


Henry was the balls, dude. Simmer down.

Donna Summer??? The disco singer???
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:20:53 AM
Marvelle "knuckled down by Sheewon" Wynne
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:21:06 AM
Damon muthafuckin' Berryhill
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:21:44 AM
Rick Wilkins.  Holy one season wonders, Batman.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:22:16 AM
The Human Rain Delay.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: williams on June 16, 2006, 11:22:28 AM
Quote from: TG on June 16, 2006, 11:20:05 AM
Amaury f@#$ing Telemaco

You win.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:23:19 AM
Lance Dickson's arm
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:24:06 AM
Paul "the shittiest 32 ip of my career were with the Cubs" Moskau
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:24:53 AM
The Dave Clark Five
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:25:14 AM
LaTroy?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:25:41 AM
Bobby "I'm the stupid cocksucking asshole that brought Barroid into this world and molded his young mind so that he turned into a roided fuckstain that hit homers against my former team, the Cubs, for years" Bonds
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: williams on June 16, 2006, 11:25:58 AM
Quote from: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:21:44 AM
Rick Wilkins.  Holy one season wonders, Batman.

You take that back!  There are many more deserving.  Like Ray Fucking King.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 11:26:07 AM
Scott F. Servais
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:26:18 AM
Ed Lynch.

Nominated in both the Player and GM categories.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 11:27:14 AM
Alan Benes
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:27:47 AM
Jerry Mumphrey (was the balls)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:27:57 AM
QuoteEd Lynch.

Nominated in both the Player and GM categories.

Uh oh, I feel a coaches category starting...
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:28:05 AM
Troy O'Leary
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:28:25 AM
The Immunity Idol.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:28:36 AM
Super Shitty Donavon Osbourne
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:28:38 AM
Shawn F. Estes
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 11:29:27 AM
Quote from: cubfaninPA on June 16, 2006, 11:28:38 AM
Shawn F. Estes

Wow.  Page 10 and I hadn't thought of him.  I guess the drinking is finally paying off.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:29:55 AM
Willie Wilson.

Go to hell, you old bastard.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:30:03 AM
I'm about to win right now.  Are you ready?  Is everyone watching?

THE GENIUS, Tony LaRussa.  One game, pinch ran 1973.

I win.  Turn out the lights, the party's over.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:30:43 AM
Quote from: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:27:57 AM
QuoteEd Lynch.

Nominated in both the Player and GM categories.

Uh oh, I feel a coaches category starting...

Jim Essian
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 16, 2006, 11:30:51 AM
10 pages and no mention of Howard Fucking Johnson?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:31:17 AM
Shane fucking Andrews

A product of my home state of New Mexico.  You're welcome.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:32:24 AM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on June 16, 2006, 11:30:51 AM
10 pages and no mention of Howard f@#$ing Johnson?

Howard Johnson is right!

Oh, that never gets old.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:32:47 AM
Bump f@#$ing Wills
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:33:35 AM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 11:30:03 AM
I'm about to win right now.  Are you ready?  Is everyone watching?

THE GENIUS, Tony LaRussa.  One game, pinch ran 1973.

I win.  Turn out the lights, the party's over.

I think that's ballgame. Yep.

But I don't get off until 5:30, so...

Jay (not the balls) Baller
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:34:22 AM
Digger's son-in-law.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:34:43 AM
Carmen "welcome to the" Fanzone
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:34:58 AM
Too lazy to look back through and I'm risking elimination here but are we without the heal of Alex F. Gonzalez's mitt?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TG on June 16, 2006, 11:35:43 AM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 11:30:03 AM
I'm about to win right now.  Are you ready?  Is everyone watching?

THE GENIUS, Tony LaRussa.  One game, pinch ran 1973.

I win.  Turn out the lights, the party's over.

You win because you made his name glow.  That's enough for me.

Ozzie Timmons!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:36:36 AM
Bill "loser of 22 games in a single season" Bonham?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:36:57 AM
Lance Johnson.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:37:56 AM
Steve (the balls in '84, after that notsomuch) Trout
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:38:28 AM
Shawn fuckin' Boskie
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:39:24 AM
Steve "Merry Fucking" Christmas
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:41:19 AM
Tuffy fuckiing Rhodes
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:42:30 AM
This thread may be legendary and it may never stop getting bumped from now until Dusty's extension shuts this whole mother down. But what would make it sheer, unadulterated A1 Balls Steaksauce would be if the Cubs fell into last place today. Somebody could just copy and paste the whole roster w/ salaries included, the DL, the manager, Tribune end of day stock prices, everything!

Go Tigers!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:43:11 AM
LAMP!

(http://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/pics/dennis_lamp_autograph.jpg)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:43:44 AM
Ced "the labia" Landrum
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 11:45:44 AM
Domingo Ramos
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:46:42 AM
Latroy F Hawkins
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:47:15 AM
Drunken Dennis Eck
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:48:07 AM
Damon fuckin' Berryhill
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 11:48:07 AM
Dickie Noles
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:48:19 AM
Dave Gumpert
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 11:48:55 AM
Chuck Rainey
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TG on June 16, 2006, 11:49:10 AM
Sammy Sosa?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:49:25 AM
Tinker and JS are both out. Latrash and Damon were done. You can delete though. I'll pretend not to notice.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:49:45 AM
Chris shithead Stynes
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:49:49 AM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:46:42 AM
Latroy F Hawkins
That's a double, you lose.

QuoteDamon f@#$in' Berryhill

Same, you lose.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:50:37 AM
Andy "You fucking" Pratt!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:50:47 AM
Manny Trillo.

He was the balls half the time.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:52:19 AM
Dick "not exactly the Babe" Ruthven
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 11:52:34 AM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 11:49:49 AM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:46:42 AM
Latroy F Hawkins
That's a double, you lose.

QuoteDamon f@#$in' Berryhill

Same, you lose.

Fuck, and I was that close to joining the Luol Deng Fan Club.

Oh, how humiliating!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:52:47 AM
Zza Zza Gabor F. Bako

I'm leaving work in 8 minutes.  I wish there'd be a Gamecast to continue this - all posts allowed again, but easy scroll options to see if you're repeating.  Chances are if you're going back through, and your idea isn't taken, it will be.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:52:58 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 11:49:25 AM
Tinker and JS are both out. Latrash and Damon were done. You can delete though. I'll pretend not to notice.

I wasn't sure if he was out, but Silence took my Gary Varsho, I figured I'd get a mulligan.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:53:10 AM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 11:48:55 AM
Chuck Rainey

Chuck Conners.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: stech on June 16, 2006, 11:54:00 AM
Lenny Fucking Harris and Fred McStiff
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:54:15 AM
Gary Fucking Gaetti
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:54:26 AM
George "And DOWN GOES" Fraziuh!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:54:36 AM
Arthur Louis Shamsky.

Got 'em from the inside and the outside.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 11:54:46 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 11:37:56 AM
Steve (the balls in '84, after that notsomuch) Trout
Damn you apex,
I went through the first 11 pages, thinking"I'm so excited, nobody's going to get Steve fucking Trout."
you won this round Apex, but this isn't over.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:55:18 AM
Dick Pole
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 11:55:27 AM
Jeff f@#$ing Pico
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:55:47 AM
And Dick Fucking Pole (again)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 11:56:49 AM
Leo Fucking Gomez beetches.

* by the way, I think somebody doubled up on Gary F. Gaetti.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: stech on June 16, 2006, 11:57:02 AM
If you're going Dick Pole, I'm going Pete LaCock.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:57:16 AM
Chris Speier
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 11:57:31 AM
Luis Salazar
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:58:12 AM
And Chris Fucking Speier (Again)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 11:58:20 AM
Larry Gura.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 11:59:04 AM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 11:58:20 AM
Larry Gura.

Ballgame. Shit. I had just caught up with you too.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 11:59:54 AM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 11:56:49 AM
Leo f@#$ing Gomez beetches.

* by the way, I think somebody doubled up on Gary F. Gaetti.


Sorry, man, I think I got Leo back on Page 3 or so.

Doug Dascenzo.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:00:40 PM
Let's go nice and obscure...Clint "straight outta" Compton.

QuoteDoug Dascenzo.
Fairly sure Douggie was done.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 12:01:06 PM
Andy Fuc.king McPhail.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 12:02:01 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 12:00:40 PM
Let's go nice and obscure...Clint "straight outta" Compton.

QuoteDoug Dascenzo.
Fairly sure Douggie was done.

Then that was for his pitching career.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:02:30 PM
Carrie Wood.  Can't believe that hasn't been done.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:02:41 PM

Where O Where is Wavin' Wendell Kim in all this madness?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 12:03:34 PM
Gary Varsho, (guh)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:03:57 PM
G. Matt Jew (AKA lil' Sarge)

Who put a quarter in him btw?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:04:25 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 12:03:34 PM
Gary Varsho, (guh)

We done done him already...
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:04:45 PM
Champ (of what, exactly?) Summers
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: theoneandonlyjim on June 16, 2006, 12:04:54 PM
Jerry the Lesser.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:05:23 PM
Gary Pornstache Woods
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:06:01 PM
Steve Stone.  BAM!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:07:09 PM
Richie "The Gravedigger" Hebner
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 12:07:33 PM
ERNIE "THE F&#%TARD" BROGLIO.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:08:16 PM
Bill "I can't think of a fake middle name to make this into a joke" Hands.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:08:29 PM
Quote from: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 12:07:33 PM
ERNIE "THE F&#%TARD" BROGLIO.

Ballgame.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JL on June 16, 2006, 12:08:38 PM
Dickie Noles
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 12:08:49 PM
I had a conference call - what'd I miss?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:10:09 PM
Quote from: JL on June 16, 2006, 12:08:38 PM
Dickie Noles

Done done him tooooo....
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 12:11:26 PM
Sarge Jr.?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 12:11:38 PM
Quote from: CPT on June 16, 2006, 10:02:21 AM
Leo f@#$ing Gomez.
d'oh
I meant Ross Gload.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:12:45 PM
Johnny Hairston

Yep, he's Lesser's uncle

QuoteSarge Jr.?

You LOSE, sir!  He and his quarter have been done.  
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 12:13:27 PM
Anyone get Julio Zuleta yet?
there's a winner.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JL on June 16, 2006, 12:14:03 PM
Jim Bullinger
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: theoneandonlyjim on June 16, 2006, 12:14:13 PM
Kent Mercker.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:14:45 PM
We missed a Dick.

Dick Nen.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 12:15:24 PM
Quote
QuoteSarge Jr.?
You LOSE, sir!  He and his quarter have been done.

GOSH DANG IT!!!

Stupid meetings ruin all the important stuff...
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 12:16:57 PM
Enrique F. Wilson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 12:17:47 PM
Scot Thompson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:18:21 PM
Lee Elia.

Yep, he was a player, too.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 12:19:01 PM
Don Young
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: theoneandonlyjim on June 16, 2006, 12:19:30 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 12:06:01 PM
Steve Stone.  BAM!

Pitcher or Broadcaster?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:20:00 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 11:57:31 AM
Luis Salazar (was the balls)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 12:21:19 PM
Dick Tidrow
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 12:21:28 PM
Larry F. Biittner
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:21:55 PM
Manny Aybar
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 12:22:10 PM
Ivan of the Jesus
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:22:16 PM
Quote from: theoneandonlyjim on June 16, 2006, 12:19:30 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 12:06:01 PM
Steve Stone.  BAM!

Pitcher or Broadcaster?

Pitcher.  He was an ok broadcaster.

Here's another REALLY good one...Lou Brock.  What an asshole.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JL on June 16, 2006, 12:23:16 PM
Mike Morgan
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 12:24:28 PM
Bobby "Warning Track Out" Murcer
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 12:25:01 PM
Steve Henderson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:25:40 PM
Ken Hubbs.

Worst rookie of the year season ever.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JL on June 16, 2006, 12:26:31 PM
Andrew "Quiche" Lorraine
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 12:27:27 PM
Steve Lake
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:29:07 PM
In the broadcasters' wing of this confounded thing:
Milo
Chipperoo
Ronald F. Reagan (for all you commies out there. Kurt and Bozo I'm lookin' at you!)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JL on June 16, 2006, 12:29:46 PM
Trenidad Hubbard
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:29:52 PM
Ed "not to be confused with waterboy bobby" Bouchee.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 12:30:40 PM
Answer:

Ty "We hardly knew you" Griffin.

Earl "Old County Buffet" Cunningham

Ryan "Dave Kingman" Harvey


Question:

Name two guys we would've hated had they made it to the big leagues and one that we'll grow to hate once he doesn't make the big leagues.




Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 12:30:55 PM
Brian Dayett
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:31:52 PM
Frank Thomas.  The not-good one.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:32:43 PM
Quote from: TW on June 16, 2006, 12:30:40 PM
Answer:

Ty "We hardly knew you" Griffin.

Earl "Old County Buffet" Cunningham

Ryan "Dave Kingman" Harvey


Question:

Name two guys we would've hated had they made it to the big leagues and one that we'll grow to hate once he doesn't make the big leagues.






Winner winner chicken dinner.

And I'll raise you a Luis Montanez. not his sister tho. Mercy.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 12:33:44 PM
Joe "I'm only famous becaseu of a lyric" Tinker
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:34:10 PM
Myself
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: williams on June 16, 2006, 12:34:33 PM
Eddie Zambrano and Donn Pall
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: thehawk on June 16, 2006, 12:35:02 PM
Kyle -- 'million dollar arm, skank chasing head' Farnsworth
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:35:27 PM
Don Zimmer.  As a player and as a manager.

QuoteDonn Pall
You lose.  The Pope was done already.

QuoteKyle -- 'million dollar arm, skank chasing head' Farnsworth
You lose.  The Farns was also done.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:36:21 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:34:10 PM
Myself

Ballgame. Been waiting for you all day, pal.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:37:28 PM
Mia Hamm's hubby's groin and wrist and achilles and cervix.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 12:37:43 PM
Oscar Zamora
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:38:02 PM
Mike Tyson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:38:23 PM
Moe Drabowsky
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:39:27 PM
Barry Foote
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:39:38 PM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:38:02 PM
Mike Tyson

Sheer unadulterated A1 Balls Steaksauce, dude.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:40:56 PM
Dan "9 O'Clock News" Rohn
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:41:18 PM
Todd Van Poppel
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:41:41 PM
Steve Ontiveros
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:41:41 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 12:41:18 PM
Todd Van Poppel

And Tod Van Poppel (again)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:42:56 PM
Warren "None of the above!" Brusstar
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:43:29 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 12:05:23 PM
Gary Pornstache Woods

At least he could hit Steve Carlton.

Forgive me if these are repeats:

Dave Engel
Ray Fontenot
Ty Waller (Opening Day CF, '82)

And no using baseball-reference.com.  That's cheating!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:44:34 PM
Mike Krukow
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:45:33 PM
Tanyon Sturtze

As an alternate, the entire 1999 pitching staff?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:45:39 PM
Moises "Yellow River" Alou
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 12:45:50 PM
Joe Niekro
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:46:04 PM
Kevin Orie?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:46:11 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:43:29 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 12:05:23 PM
Gary Pornstache Woods

At least he could hit Steve Carlton.

Forgive me if these are repeats:

Dave Engel
Ray Fontenot
Ty Waller (Opening Day CF, '82)

And no using baseball-reference.com.  That's cheating!


Unfortunately, all of these players are burned into my memory.

Jerry Martin
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:47:05 PM
Joe F. Carter (the "broadcaster")
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:47:19 PM
Chick King.  Awesome name.  Say it really fast.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:47:48 PM
Has Henry Cotto been done?

How about Doug Capilla?

BTW whoever said Jesus Figueroa, brilliant.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:48:37 PM
Mello Carmelo F. Martinez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:48:47 PM
Fred "Emanski" McGriff
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 12:49:03 PM
Micah Bowie
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:49:23 PM
Kevin "you sunk my" Blankenship
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:49:59 PM
Mark "Father of four children in a single thrust" Bellhorn
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 12:50:13 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:48:47 PM
Fred "Emanski" McGriff

I might not be able to play, but I can judge repeats.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:50:50 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:48:47 PM
Fred "Emanski" McGriff

This Cigar Store Indian was offered up before lunchtime. His foam rubber hat would still be fair game, I believe, if you'd like to edit your post.

And Slaky, if you got a real good one don't sit on it. Don't hold out on us. Break us off.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:51:24 PM
Jr's been named a few times, but I'm going with Sarge, Sr.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:51:57 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 12:50:50 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:48:47 PM
Fred "Emanski" McGriff

This Cigar Store Indian was offered up before lunchtime.

I need to learn how to read good.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 12:53:39 PM
You realize that this thread now has the most replies of any on the message board.
Surpassing the Barrett-Pierzynski Brawl ("Whoa!"), The White Sox Train Wreck, The Hurricane Katrina Aftermath Thread and the Z-Dumps Boras as Agent threads.

And we're only getting started.

Chili Mother Fucking Davis.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:54:31 PM
Jamie Moyer.  Screw him for leaving and becoming good.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:54:40 PM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:46:11 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:43:29 PM

And no using baseball-reference.com.  That's cheating!


Unfortunately, all of these players are burned into my memory.

Jerry Martin

I know.  It's a sickness.  I can't remember what I had for lunch yesterday, but I can instantly spit out the following in the blink of an eye:

Junior Kennedy
Dave (? Dan?) Meredith
Tom Veryzer
Matt Keough
Curtis Wilkerson
Joey Nation
Steve Dillard

Honestly?  Only took me 40 seconds to come up with those 7.  That is so, so sad.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:55:06 PM
Dwight Smith (1990+)  
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 12:55:46 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 12:50:50 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:48:47 PM
Fred "Emanski" McGriff

This Cigar Store Indian was offered up before lunchtime. His foam rubber hat would still be fair game, I believe, if you'd like to edit your post.

And Slaky, if you got a real good one don't sit on it. Don't hold out on us. Break us off.

Please don't let this be a repeat

Vance "martial" Law
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 12:56:09 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:54:40 PM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:46:11 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:43:29 PM

And no using baseball-reference.com.  That's cheating!


Unfortunately, all of these players are burned into my memory.

Jerry Martin

I know.  It's a sickness.  I can't remember what I had for lunch yesterday, but I can instantly spit out the following in the blink of an eye:

Junior Kennedy
Dave (? Dan?) Meredith
Tom Veryzer
Matt Keough
Curtis Wilkerson
Joey Nation
Steve Dillard

Honestly?  Only took me 40 seconds to come up with those 7.  That is so, so sad.


Dave Magadan
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:56:27 PM
Yosh
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 12:56:34 PM
Dave Beard anyone? Anyone for Dave Beard?
Somehow I remember he was #50
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:56:57 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 12:53:39 PM
You realize that this thread now has the most replies of any on the message board.
Surpassing the Barrett-Pierzynski Brawl ("Whoa!"), The White Sox Train Wreck, The Hurricane Katrina Aftermath Thread and the Z-Dumps Boras as Agent threads.

And we're only getting started.

Chili Mother f@#$ing Davis.


Can we get a ruling on this?  That's worse than repeating, mentioning a player whose soul was not damaged by wearing the shit-blue pinstripes.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:57:36 PM
Raffy Palmeiro.  Screw him for being a #1 pick, sucking, being traded, taking steroids, and becoming good.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:57:42 PM
(http://www.ferrarofoods.ca/deli/images/meat_tray.jpg)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 12:58:00 PM
Eric Karros

Tom "Firehouse Chat" Treblehorn


Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:58:08 PM
Paul Reuschel
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:58:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 12:55:46 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 12:50:50 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:48:47 PM
Fred "Emanski" McGriff

This Cigar Store Indian was offered up before lunchtime. His foam rubber hat would still be fair game, I believe, if you'd like to edit your post.

And Slaky, if you got a real good one don't sit on it. Don't hold out on us. Break us off.

Please don't let this be a repeat

Vance "martial" Law and his glasses (were the balls)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:57:42 PM
(http://www.ferrarofoods.ca/deli/images/meat_tray.jpg)

Ding ding ding ding ding ding!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 12:59:18 PM
Augie that is so awesome.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 12:59:40 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:56:57 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 12:53:39 PM
You realize that this thread now has the most replies of any on the message board.
Surpassing the Barrett-Pierzynski Brawl ("Whoa!"), The White Sox Train Wreck, The Hurricane Katrina Aftermath Thread and the Z-Dumps Boras as Agent threads.

And we're only getting started.

Chili Mother f@#$ing Davis.


Can we get a ruling on this?  That's worse than repeating, mentioning a player whose soul was not damaged by wearing the shit-blue pinstripes.
Someone named Chili Davis?  WTF is that all about?  If the game is that easy, I'm picking Randy Johnson.  I don't know why.  He's an ugly fuck.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:00:06 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 12:56:09 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:54:40 PM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 12:46:11 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 12:43:29 PM

Dave Magadan

Got fired yesterday as San Diego hitting coach.

Nice to know it's not, you know, illegal to fire your flippin' hitting coach.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Grandmaster Wang on June 16, 2006, 01:00:19 PM
Paul Noce
Mike Brumley
Dave Owen

(I'd say Thad 70's Bosley, but he was teh balls.)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:00:39 PM
Bobby "The Franchise" Hill
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Grandmaster Wang on June 16, 2006, 01:01:06 PM

Robert Machado
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 01:01:32 PM
Oh How Humiliating.
I meant Chico Walker. Honestly.
Of course Chili Davis was a Giant and and Angel, (and I think a Twin also).
And he was quite good.
Yeah, that one hurts.
I got my Chi's mixed up.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:01:50 PM
Dan Plesac.  As a player.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:02:19 PM
FRANK DIPINO???????
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Grandmaster Wang on June 16, 2006, 01:02:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:02:19 PM
FRANK DIPINO???????

Nice.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:02:46 PM
John Koronka
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:02:55 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 12:56:34 PM
Dave Beard anyone? Anyone for Dave Beard?
Somehow I remember he was #50

I think you're right, Dan.  

What's scary is not that we can recall such an abundance of medicority in a half a day, it's some of the details that have been trapped in our brains.

Take Jesus Figueroa.  Although I do not know how to corroborate this, I guarantee you that his sole major-league home run fell into the right field basket in 1980.

Have I mentioned how much I hate this fucking team?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:03:10 PM
Jerry Martin
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:03:18 PM
Oscar "Dead and Stinkin' Acosta
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:03:50 PM
Mike Maksudian.  Damn.  We gotta have half the players in Cub history named.

And Chili Davis.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:04:07 PM

Billy Grabarkewitz
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 01:04:16 PM
Preston Gomez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 01:04:48 PM
"Terrible" Ted Sizemore
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:05:15 PM

George "The Baron" Mitterwald
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:05:32 PM
Tim Stoddard
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:05:58 PM
Quote from: 27B Stroke 6 on June 16, 2006, 01:02:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:02:19 PM
FRANK DIPINO???????

Nice.

Gracie and him had a nice tango at Busch. That's why I remember this. Gracie hurt his back, unless it was already hurt from humpin' fat broads.

Mike Mahoney
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:06:14 PM
Don Schultze
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 01:06:22 PM
Jerome "ROY" Walton
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:06:35 PM
Todd Zeile.  Man, he sucked for that half year.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:06:46 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:05:32 PM
Tim Stoddard
NICE!! I got pitching lessons from him at Grand Slam USA when I was 16. Did some fine work.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:07:02 PM
Rico Carty
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bill M on June 16, 2006, 01:07:26 PM
Rich Nye
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Grandmaster Wang on June 16, 2006, 01:07:47 PM
Curtis Wilkerson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:08:06 PM
Joe Kmak.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:08:31 PM
I wonder what Lynn McGlothen's up to these days.

EDIT: Eh... not a whole lot apparently

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynn_McGlothen
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Grandmaster Wang on June 16, 2006, 01:08:54 PM

Somebody has to have already said Jeff Pico, right?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:09:24 PM
Quote from: 27B Stroke 6 on June 16, 2006, 01:08:54 PM

Somebody has to have already said Jeff Pico, right?
Yep.

Hee Seop Choi.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:09:56 PM
Quote from: 27B Stroke 6 on June 16, 2006, 01:08:54 PM

Somebody has to have already said Jeff Pico, right?

They have.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:10:06 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:03:10 PM
Jerry Martin

That cokehead's already been used, Berserker.  You lose a turn.

And I'm amazed that CT hasn't mentioned Joe Kmak.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:10:42 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:10:06 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:03:10 PM
Jerry Martin

That cokehead's already been used, Berserker.  You lose a turn.

And I'm amazed that CT hasn't mentioned Joe Kmak.


I already did.

Ben Grieve.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:11:10 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:08:31 PM
I wonder what Lynn McGlothen's up to these days.

EDIT: Eh... not a whole lot apparently

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynn_McGlothen

Oooh, that burns.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:11:26 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:08:06 PM
Joe Kmak.

D'OH!

Okay then.  How about Tim Blackwell?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:11:42 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:10:06 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:03:10 PM
Jerry Martin

That cokehead's already been used, Berserker.  You lose a turn.

And I'm amazed that CT hasn't mentioned Joe Kmak.



Gimme a pass - I have a Jerry Martin button.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:12:16 PM
Scott Bullett??? Shoot me with one if that's a repeat
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:12:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:11:10 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:08:31 PM
I wonder what Lynn McGlothen's up to these days.

EDIT: Eh... not a whole lot apparently

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lynn_McGlothen

Oooh, that burns.
I was saying "Boo-urns."
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:12:53 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:11:26 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:08:06 PM
Joe Kmak.

D'OH!

Okay then.  How about Tim Blackwell?

Blackwell? Greatest 'stache in Cubs history.

Gene Hiser
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:13:31 PM
http://thedeadballera.com/Obits/McGlothen.Lynn.Obit.html
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Brian on June 16, 2006, 01:14:09 PM
Davie Owens (except for the Sandberg game).

Rey Sanchez

Larry Casian.

Christ, the entire 1997 Cubs.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 01:14:20 PM
Joey Amalfitano
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:14:46 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:13:31 PM
http://thedeadballera.com/Obits/McGlothen.Lynn.Obit.html
Played for the Cubs, died in a trailer.  Oh, how humiliating!

Francis "not the good" Beltran
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Grandmaster Wang on June 16, 2006, 01:14:54 PM
Sorry for the interruption, but.....


Brave!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:15:04 PM
McGlothlin once struck out the side on 9 pitches.

But not with the Cubs.

Doug Bird.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 01:15:33 PM
Cookie Rojas
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:16:03 PM
No Andre Dawson Yet?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:16:22 PM
Santo's left leg?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Grandmaster Wang on June 16, 2006, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: Brian on June 16, 2006, 01:14:09 PM
Davie Owens (except for the Sandberg game).

I beat you to Dave Owen.

Mike Brumley and Paul Noce are also out.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 01:17:04 PM
Gene Clines

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:17:28 PM
Santo's right leg.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 01:17:43 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:16:03 PM
No Andre Dawson Yet?
Auggie, you lose.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:18:30 PM

Ken Holtzman, v2.0
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 01:19:09 PM
Jody Gerut?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:19:17 PM
John Garland.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 01:19:50 PM
Henry Cotto
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 01:20:14 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:19:17 PM
Judy Garland.
Wha?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:20:19 PM
Finally caught up so I could say

Jesus F. Sanchez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:20:30 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 01:19:09 PM
Jody Gerut?

beat me by 30 seconds, though i going to refrence his .071 BA as a cub
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:20:39 PM
WAIT A DAMNED MINUTE!

Glen-done!

That has to have been done already, but I don't remember it.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:22:01 PM
The immortal Shawn Boskie
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:22:40 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 01:20:14 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:19:17 PM
Judy Garland.
Wha?

He may not have pitched in Wrigley, but he pitched in a Cub uniform and was a wasted #1 draft pick.

(http://www.homeruncards.com/imagesrc/jon-garland.jpg)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:22:57 PM
Cubs Live is up, shall we move this to a new venue?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:23:45 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:22:57 PM
Cubs Live is up, shall we move this to a new venue?
No way, mang.  I'm on the fast track to the Hank White fan club.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 01:24:32 PM
Quote from: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:22:01 PM
The immortal Shawn Boskie

Repeater
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 01:24:59 PM
Mike North's "Chinaman".

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:25:14 PM
My utmost apologies
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:26:01 PM
Glenalen Hill
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:26:09 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:16:03 PM
No Andre Dawson Yet?

The very essence and embodiment of The Balls, should not have any place within this ambtious project.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:26:20 PM
Charlie Root.  If the called shot story is true, that's so Cub.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:27:03 PM
Hideo No Mas
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:27:51 PM
Rich Hill
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:28:09 PM
The Fucking Goodwin twins: Curtis and Tom
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:29:46 PM
Dave Cocksucking Veres
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 01:30:22 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:10:06 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 16, 2006, 01:03:10 PM
Jerry Martin

That cokehead's already been used, Berserker.  You lose a turn.

And I'm amazed that CT hasn't mentioned Joe Kmak.



I've said it before, and I'll say it again: I will not hear another word against Joe Kmak.

Mark "Arlo" Guthrie.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 01:30:47 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:22:40 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 01:20:14 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:19:17 PM
Judy Garland.
Wha?

sHe may not have pitched in Wrigley, but she pitched in a Cub uniform and was a wasted #1 draft pick.

(http://www.acclaimposters.com/_gallery/large/10039674.jpg)
wha?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 01:31:10 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 12:36:21 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 12:34:10 PM
Myself

Ballgame. Been waiting for you all day, pal.

Already been named, although I said that I yearned for Augie, not loathed him.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:31:40 PM
Jose Viscaino
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 01:33:57 PM
Henry Rodriguez?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 01:36:33 PM
Glen.  Allen.  Hill. 
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 01:37:20 PM
Quote from: JS on June 16, 2006, 01:33:57 PM
Henry Rodriguez?

Been used---twice already, I think. 

Dave Otto
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:37:29 PM
Charlie Grimm.  Anyone that manages 4 world series losers can just sodomize himself.

QuoteGlen.  Allen.  Hill.  
That'd be a repeat.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 01:38:06 PM
David "Looks Like We're In for Some Shitty" Weathers
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Brian on June 16, 2006, 01:40:19 PM
Quote from: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:26:01 PM
Glenalen Hill

Don't badmouth G. Hill.  He was what he was--a power hitter with no other skills. 
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 01:42:17 PM
Quote from: Brian on June 16, 2006, 01:40:19 PM
Quote from: therick711 on June 16, 2006, 01:26:01 PM
Glenalen Hill

Don't badmouth G. Hill.  He was what he was--a power hitter with no other skills. 
amen
any motherfucker who can hit the ball over the houses on waveland gets a free pass on this thread.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:44:25 PM
Terry Mulholland.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:46:27 PM
Matt Murton
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:46:55 PM
Rod Beck
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 01:47:20 PM
Don Young
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 01:47:48 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:46:27 PM
Matt Murton
ouch
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:48:03 PM
Kevin Tapani
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 01:48:49 PM
George Frazier
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:49:46 PM
I admit I cheated and looked on Retrosheet for this but it's worth a mention: Jim Tracy.

I uh, did not know that...  
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:50:11 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 01:48:49 PM
George Frazier

Repeat.

Kennie Steenstra.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:50:21 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:46:55 PM
Rod Beck

Rod Beck was traded for...

Cole Liniak.

I'd say now's a s good a time as any to pull the pin on this thread.  In 4 hours, it's managed to smash the record for longest threads, which all took days and weeks to build, and we've gotten to the point where every two out of three is a repeat.

I think we've exhausted it, fellas.

Oh, one more thing.  Fuck the Cubs.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:50:47 PM
Tapani and Frazier are so four hours ago, dudes.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 01:51:17 PM
Dusty Baker
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: HollywoodCubbie on June 16, 2006, 01:51:42 PM
Adam "DUCK!!!!!" Greenberg?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: HollywoodCubbie on June 16, 2006, 01:52:44 PM
I searched 25+ pages, so forgive me if this is a repeat....

Tony WOOOOAAAHHHHHH-mack
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:52:53 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:49:46 PM
I admit I cheated and looked on Retrosheet for this but it's worth a mention: Jim Tracy.

I uh, did not know that...  

How could you forget Tracey?  His number's retired.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:53:23 PM
Damn.  I finally repeated.  Uhhhh.  Rodney Myers.

QuoteI searched 25+ pages, so forgive me if this is a repeat....

Tony WOOOOAAAHHHHHH-mack
Me, about two hours ago.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 01:55:23 PM
Glendon Rusch.


It can't be stated enough.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 01:55:51 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:52:53 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:49:46 PM
I admit I cheated and looked on Retrosheet for this but it's worth a mention: Jim Tracy.

I uh, did not know that...  

How could you forget Tracey?  His number's retired.

What number? He was traded for Gary Woods' pornstache in 1981.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 01:56:19 PM
Gene Baker.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:56:39 PM
Quote from: TW on June 16, 2006, 01:55:23 PM
Glendon Rusch.


It can't be stated enough.

Repeats of Glendon are perfectly acceptable.  Same with LaRussa.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 01:57:07 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 01:50:21 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 01:46:55 PM
Rod Beck

Rod Beck was traded for...

Cole Liniak.

I'd say now's a s good a time as any to pull the pin on this thread.  In 4 hours, it's managed to smash the record for longest threads, which all took days and weeks to build, and we've gotten to the point where every two out of three is a repeat.

I think we've exhausted it, fellas.

Oh, one more thing.  f@#$ the Cubs.

Nothing is over until WE SAY it's over.  Was it over when the German's bombed Pearl Harbor?!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 01:58:27 PM
Alan Hargesheimer

This is getting a lot harder.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: HollywoodCubbie on June 16, 2006, 01:59:46 PM
Mike Bielecki

(not counting the 1989 version, which was the balls)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 02:00:12 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:26:09 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:16:03 PM
No Andre Dawson Yet?

The very essence and embodiment of The Balls, should not have any place within this ambtious project.

Ohhhhhhh, this is players we hate?  I was just naming players.  
I love lamp.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 02:00:34 PM
This one bears repeating.

GLENDON RUSCH.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 02:01:46 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 02:00:12 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:26:09 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:16:03 PM
No Andre Dawson Yet?

The very essence and embodiment of The Balls, should not have any place within this ambtious project.

Ohhhhhhh, this is players we hate?  I was just naming players.  
I love lamp.

I posted Lamp a couple hours ago.

Wayne Nordhagen
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 02:02:25 PM
Junior Kennedy
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 02:03:53 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 02:00:12 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 01:26:09 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 01:16:03 PM
No Andre Dawson Yet?

The very essence and embodiment of The Balls, should not have any place within this ambtious project.

Ohhhhhhh, this is players we hate?  I was just naming players. 
I love lamp.
got him too.
(http://whitesoxinteractive.com/OldComiskey/boyLamp.jpg)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 02:04:37 PM
George Bell...He had a real JJP.

(http://www.geocities.com/blue_jays_fan_site/georgebell.jpg)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 02:04:47 PM
Jerome Stinkin' Williams
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 02:05:05 PM
Glendon Fat Ass Rusch
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 02:10:10 PM
Mike Proly

His 'stache was the balls.

(http://georgesstamps.com/sports/Autographed_Cards/Phillies_1982/Mike_Proly_1982.jpg)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: TW on June 16, 2006, 02:12:30 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 02:10:10 PM
Mike Proly

His 'stache was the balls.

(http://georgesstamps.com/sports/Autographed_Cards/Phillies_1982/Mike_Proly_1982.jpg)

Mike Proly is Michael J Fox with a mustache and without the Parkinsons.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JZE on June 16, 2006, 02:22:33 PM
Sandy "I caught 20 ks" Martinez
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 02:24:40 PM
Robert "I didn't catch 20 Ks" Machado
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 02:31:02 PM
Woah.  Woah!

Who went and told you folks that you could start this party without me?  You mean I have to go back and read each of the 400+ posts?  Really?  Well, at least there aren't any Major League Baseball games going on right now to impede the read.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 02:32:41 PM
Mike Hubbard.  He didn't catch the 20 k's, either.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 02:33:51 PM
I just gotta say...

This message board is the greatest thing to happen to my work day since the WebSense firewall went down for the period of Oct '05-Mar '06....
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 02:35:31 PM
Quote from: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 02:33:51 PM
I just gotta say...

This message board is the greatest thing to happen to my work day since the WebSense firewall went down for the period of Oct '05-Mar '06....

Looks like it's shirtless hugs o' clock!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JZE on June 16, 2006, 02:36:06 PM
Miguel Batista
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 02:37:21 PM
I just remembered Lance Dickson.  Screw him.  Screw him in his ass.  #1 pick in the early 90's.  Got called up in his draft year, threw 3 games, had shoulder surgery, disappeared off the face of the earth all in the same year.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 02:37:39 PM
I'm so proud to have started this thread...
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 02:43:58 PM
QuoteLooks like it's shirtless hugs o' clock!

That was hours ago....
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 02:59:51 PM
Drew Hall

Gotta be duplicate, right?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:02:47 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 02:59:51 PM
Drew Hall

Gotta be duplicate, right?

Not that I recall.

Jose Molina.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:05:30 PM
OK, I've done my backreading now.  Apex stole like 50 names from me, TJ stole one, 27 Stroke stole one.  I think Augie's representation of Meat Tray might be the bread winner here.  Me?  I'll take:

Freddie Bynum.

And because I'm greedy:

Neifi Perez.

Most of my retro picks are already off the board.  That's some outstanding work, fellas.  

Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 11:18:59 AM
Simmer down.

You rang?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:09:21 PM
Scott Downs.  Currently losing games for a baseball team in a mythical land called "Canada."
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 03:15:05 PM
Shane Andrews HAS to be a duplicate, right?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:16:25 PM
Quote from: JD on June 16, 2006, 03:15:05 PM
Shane Andrews HAS to be a duplicate, right?

Yep. Try Sarge Jr. or Glendon Rusch, I think they're still a go.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:17:27 PM
Scott Servais.

I wanted to add Scott Service with this one, but I think he played for every MLB team except the Cubs.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:18:08 PM
QuoteScott Servais.
Been done.

Jon Leicester.  Glendon again.  LaRussa again.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Argyles on June 16, 2006, 03:19:34 PM
Rolando Roomes.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 03:19:50 PM
GLENDON RUSCH!

Glendon Rusch!

Glendon Rusch!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:20:40 PM
Has anyone picked Glendon yet?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:21:39 PM
Dusty may have outmanaged everyone today by putting Glendon back in the bullpen today, yet starting him today... 1.2 innings isn't bad for a reliever that starts.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:24:38 PM
Quote from: Argyles on June 16, 2006, 03:19:34 PM
Rolando Roomes.

Dude! One post and it's "Ballgame!"

I mean, this party just could NOT end until somebody yelled out Rolando Roomes!

When's the orgy?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:24:54 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:18:08 PM
QuoteScott Servais.
Been done.

Intrepid Reader:  Walter Sobchak

God DAMMIT!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:26:50 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:24:38 PM
Quote from: Argyles on June 16, 2006, 03:19:34 PM
Rolando Roomes.

Dude! One post and it's "Ballgame!"

You can retire a legend like the erstwhile Mr. Greenburg.

I mean, this party just could NOT end until somebody yelled out Rolando Roomes!

When's the orgy?

I'm calling shenanigans.  I pointed out that the Genius had one pinch-running appearance for the Cubs in the seventies.  It's my ballgame, because the Genius cannot be trumped.  It would be ungeniuslike.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 03:27:05 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:21:39 PM
Dusty may have outmanaged everyone today by putting Glendon back in the bullpen today, yet starting him today... 1.2 innings isn't bad for a reliever that starts.
that one made me laugh out loud.
(and cry inside)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:29:24 PM
Yo yo yo! Can I get David Kelton up in here? Sheeeit! (Grabs crotch)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 03:31:13 PM
I don't remember seeing Terry Francona up.
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Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 03:32:22 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:26:50 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:24:38 PM
Quote from: Argyles on June 16, 2006, 03:19:34 PM
Rolando Roomes.

Dude! One post and it's "Ballgame!"

You can retire a legend like the erstwhile Mr. Greenburg.

I mean, this party just could NOT end until somebody yelled out Rolando Roomes!

When's the orgy?

I'm calling shenanigans.  I pointed out that the Genius had one pinch-running appearance for the Cubs in the seventies.  It's my ballgame, because the Genius cannot be trumped.  It would be ungeniuslike.

Yeah, but I'm penalizing you for dissing Joe Kmak...minus a million points for you!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:32:32 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:26:50 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:24:38 PM
Quote from: Argyles on June 16, 2006, 03:19:34 PM
Rolando Roomes.

Dude! One post and it's "Ballgame!"

You can retire a legend like the erstwhile Mr. Greenburg.

I mean, this party just could NOT end until somebody yelled out Rolando Roomes!

When's the orgy?

I'm calling shenanigans.  I pointed out that the Genius had one pinch-running appearance for the Cubs in the seventies.  It's my ballgame, because the Genius cannot be trumped.  It would be ungeniuslike.

Fuck the genius in his eye with his gay dad's dick. Rolando cuts LaRussa like the Deuce of Diamonds on a glass table.

I'm still not over Larry Gura though so this thing lives on...
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:32:42 PM
Can I add Granville Waiters to this list?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:35:32 PM
Fergie Jenkins 1983.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 03:36:29 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:32:42 PM
Can I add Granville Waiters to this list?
ha, oh no, don't go there.
If we allow Granville Waiters, pretty soon we'll start having Matt Stegengas and Calvin Thomas and then it will become sucky bands like Was not Was and before you know it, we'll be rattling off movie titles like Stop or My Mom will Shoot...
no, don't go there.
stay on topic.  Cubs only.
I'll continue

GLENDON RUSCH
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 03:37:33 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:32:42 PM
Can I add Granville Waiters to this list?

Brad Sellers
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 03:37:45 PM
Speaking of Granville

Doug Glanville
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:59 PM
what about Gary Busey?  I think he pitched a season with the Cubs.  He got released when he was found molesting some little kid that threw like a girl or something.  What WAS that kids name?  That sure was a magical season...
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:38:09 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:35:32 PM
Fergie Jenkins 1983.

Blasphemy! Have you no sense of decency? At long last, have you no sense of decency?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Argyles on June 16, 2006, 03:39:04 PM
Also, two lesser lights from the 1985 disabled list tour of the entire starting five:

Derek Botelho
Johnny Abrego
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 03:39:46 PM
Quote from: JD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:59 PM
what about Gary Busey?  I think he pitched a season with the Cubs.  He got released when he was found molesting some little kid that threw like a girl or something.  What WAS that kids name?  That sure was a magical season...

Chet Fucking Steadman
Henry Rowengartner
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:40:39 PM
ben christiansen?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:41:28 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

He was taken.

(http://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/pics/johnny_callison_autograph.jpg)
Callison waited until he was odl and shitty to come to us.  Kind of like Jeromy Burnitz.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:42:33 PM
One would be tempted to toss off Hank White but that fucker is 3-for-3 on this, one of the darker days in Cub history. And there have been many dark days. Darker than Rolando Roomes' tookus on a moonless prairie night. For this team, there is no bottom.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:42:50 PM
Was Candy "Candy" Maldonado taken?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:43:24 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:38:09 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:35:32 PM
Fergie Jenkins 1983.

Blasphemy! Have you no sense of decency? At long last, have you no sense of decency?

OK, I had to cheat and use BR for this one.  Is it even possible for a pitcher to win 20 games with the Cubs?  Let alone SIX!?!?!? straight seasons, as Jenkins did from 1967-1972?  Yeah, pitchers started more games and went longer in those days, but still, no small accomplishment.

Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:41:28 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

He was taken.


Buckner or DeShields?  I'd almost swear neither were taken.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 03:43:51 PM
Mack Newton
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:43:59 PM
Dan "the Sack" Plesac
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 03:44:17 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:42:50 PM
Was Candy "Candy" Maldonado taken?

Yes, but his nickname is fuckface.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: RD on June 16, 2006, 03:44:46 PM
I'm arriving late to the party, so I don't know if this one has been posted, but here goes:

Scott (Kerry Wood arm - Kerry Wood talent)2 Chiasson
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:45:12 PM
Bobby Ramazzotti
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:45:37 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:42:50 PM
Was Candy "Candy" Maldonado taken?

Yes.

QuoteBuckner or DeShields?  I'd almost swear neither were taken.
Delino.  I never named Buckner because he was good here.


QuoteDan "the Sack" Plesac
I took him hours ago.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:46:05 PM
Bump Wills
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 03:47:19 PM
Since Cubbiebluestew isn't posting....

Roy Smalley Sr.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:47:36 PM
Dizzy Dean
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:48:18 PM
Quote from: RD on June 16, 2006, 03:44:46 PM
I'm arriving late to the party, so I don't know if this one has been posted, but here goes:

Scott (Kerry Wood arm - Kerry Wood talent)2 Chiasson

Well played, gentle sir.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 03:48:29 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:42:50 PM
Was Candy "Candy" Maldonado taken?

please,
that's so 12pm.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:48:37 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:46:22 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:41:28 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

He was taken.

(http://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/pics/johnny_callison_autograph.jpg)
Callison waited until he was odl and shitty to come to us.  Kind of like Jeromy Burnitz.

Del Desh is in fact a repeat. Nice effort today though Hammy!

(Rubs baseball on mound as Hams departs to a thunderous round of mock applause filling the internet. Hams tips his cap before descending into delirium.)  

I didn't take Desh.  I quoted sd and told him desh was taken. He tried to take desh.  I took Callison.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:48:55 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 03:48:29 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:42:50 PM
Was Candy "Candy" Maldonado taken?

please,
that's so 12pm.

Ratfarts.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: williams on June 16, 2006, 03:49:34 PM
Not sure if its been used (hell, I may have used it)

Chuck McElroy?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 03:49:56 PM
Oscar Gamble
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:50:23 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 03:49:56 PM
Oscar Gamble

taken.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:50:51 PM
Dan Serafini.  Good Lord, he sucked.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:51:01 PM
Against my better judgement, let me bust out Big Spot Bobby Novoa.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 03:51:50 PM
Is it even possible that Nomar slipped through the cracks?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:52:43 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 03:51:50 PM
Is it even possible that Nomar slipped through the cracks?
Nope.  Long time ago.

Orlando Merced.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:53:03 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 03:51:50 PM
Is it even possible that Nomar slipped through the cracks?

Nosir. I zinged Mia's boy toy in the cervix many hours ago.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 03:53:34 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:50:23 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 03:49:56 PM
Oscar Gamble

taken.

Hey Mr. Referee Mario!  I like your hair!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 03:54:09 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:53:03 PM
Quote from: Augie-O on June 16, 2006, 03:51:50 PM
Is it even possible that Nomar slipped through the cracks?

Nosir. I zinged Mia's boy toy in the cervix many hours ago.



I figured as much.  Ill go stand in the corner now.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:54:28 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:48:37 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:46:22 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:41:28 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

He was taken.

(http://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/pics/johnny_callison_autograph.jpg)
Callison waited until he was odl and shitty to come to us.  Kind of like Jeromy Burnitz.

Del Desh is in fact a repeat. Nice effort today though Hammy!

(Rubs baseball on mound as Hams departs to a thunderous round of mock applause filling the internet. Hams tips his cap before descending into delirium.)  

I didn't take Desh.  I quoted sd and told him desh was taken. He tried to take desh.  I took Callison.

My bad. Post deleted. I handle my pitching changes about as well as former Donut troll Grady Little.  
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:56:56 PM
Oswaldo Mairena.

That's what we got when we traded off Glenallen Hill, and he sucked.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:57:36 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:48:37 PM
I didn't take Desh.  I quoted sd and told him desh was taken. He tried to take desh.  I took Callison.

I still can't find where Delino was previously taken.  I've exhausted Desipio's search resources.  My only alternative is to dive through 30 pages again.  Scuba gear ready?

Edit -- The search function only gives me the most recent result on a given thread, so Delino very well could be buried pages deep.  I'll go ahead and concede in lieu of scuba diving through 400 posts.  Good show, my fine feathered friend!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 03:57:52 PM
Andy f'ng Pratt (for Juan Cruz)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 03:58:48 PM
Ricky Nolasco.  Fuck him for being good somewhere else.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 03:59:15 PM
Matt Mieske's stay was short and productive.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 04:00:48 PM
Marc Pisciotta?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 04:01:22 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:57:36 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:48:37 PM
I didn't take Desh.  I quoted sd and told him desh was taken. He tried to take desh.  I took Callison.

I still can't find where Delino was previously taken.  I've exhausted Desipio's search resources.  My only alternative is to dive through 30 pages again.  Scuba gear ready?

I know.  The search function is jacked up.  We've said "DeShields" like 30 times now and the search function only shows it once.  It also only shows the latest quote of Callison, even though his name is around 3 or 4 times now.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: thehawk on June 16, 2006, 04:01:53 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:58:48 PM
Ricky Nolasco.  f@#$ him for being good somewhere else.

I see your Ricky and raise a Dontrelle
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:01:57 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

SD,

It's 2 blunders, and coincidentally, they're both mine.  Quit living vicariously through me and come give me a shirtless hug.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 04:02:32 PM
Quote from: CubsWin27 on June 16, 2006, 03:57:52 PM
Andy f'ng Pratt (for Juan Cruz)

Taken but worth repeating in both cases. I loved Juanny in a way that I'll never again love another man. Once you've had your heartbroken like that, you are reluctant to feel again. You just kind of go cold inside.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 04:03:15 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 03:59:15 PM
Matt Mieske's stay was short and productive.

So was Jeff Huson's.  That guy was older than Pujols!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 04:03:39 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 04:01:22 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:57:36 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 03:48:37 PM
I didn't take Desh.  I quoted sd and told him desh was taken. He tried to take desh.  I took Callison.

I still can't find where Delino was previously taken.  I've exhausted Desipio's search resources.  My only alternative is to dive through 30 pages again.  Scuba gear ready?

I know.  The search function is jacked up.  We've said "DeShields" like 30 times now and the search function only shows it once.  It also only shows the latest quote of Callison, even though his name is around 3 or 4 times now.

Yeah, my bad.  See my edited post.  I left my A-Game in the trunk.  It's gonna be a long walk back to the clubhouse shower.

Intrepid Reader:  George Costanza

That's it for me!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 04:04:10 PM
Donnie Moore, who choked so bad elsewhere he wound up punching his own ticket.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 04:06:18 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:01:57 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

SD,

It's 2 blunders, and coincidentally, they're both mine.  Quit living vicariously through me and come give me a shirtless hug.

I'll quit blundering, but I won't quit living vicariously through you, or the rest of Desipio for that matter.  You effers are stuck, stuck I say!

(seriously, my last intrepid reader-ism for the day)

Intrepid Reader:  The Dude (directed towards SD)

You fucked it up!  You fucked it up!!!
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 04:06:54 PM
Jon Lieber (was the balls)
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 04:07:24 PM
Robin Jennings

More "prospect" call-up trash.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Argyles on June 16, 2006, 04:07:49 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 16, 2006, 04:04:10 PM
Donnie Moore, who choked so bad elsewhere he wound up punching his own ticket.

He was his own "Annie Oakley."
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 04:08:14 PM
#500.. Bravo guys.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:08:42 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 04:06:18 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:01:57 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

SD,

It's 2 blunders, and coincidentally, they're both mine.  Quit living vicariously through me and come give me a shirtless hug.

I'll quit blundering, but I won't quit living vicariously through you, or the rest of Desipio for that matter.  You effers are stuck, stuck I say!

(seriously, my last intrepid reader-ism for the day)

Intrepid Reader:  The Dude (directed towards SD)

You f@#$ed it up!  You f@#$ed it up!!!

Here you go, by the way, SD.

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43622#msg43622

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43696#msg43696

Great minds, brother.  Great minds.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 04:09:18 PM
I'm still pissed that Steve Trout was taken.
That was going to be my coup de grace.
I was going to ride off into the sunset after that one.
Still, I'm feeling pretty good about myself after coming up with Dave Beard.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 04:09:49 PM
Geez, we never even got to Ken Rudolph.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 04:10:32 PM
In a daring risk of my spotless record for the day, let me offer Will Oh-fuck me, man.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: BananaHands on June 16, 2006, 04:11:58 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 04:06:54 PM
Jon Lieber (was the balls)

Then Dick Pole is the shaft (I'm still not sure what he does, but I'm guessing he sucks at it, whatever it is).
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 04:12:25 PM
Jeremi Gonzalez.  Blew some leads for the Red Sox last year.

QuoteIn a daring risk of my spotless record for the day, let me offer Will Oh-f@#$ me, man.
Taken, of course.  Toward the middle of the thread.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 04:13:18 PM
Ray Burris
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 04:15:20 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 04:13:18 PM
Ray Burris

Burris won 15 a couple times for really shitty Cub teams.

From that same era, Tom Dettore gave up the longest HR I've ever seen hit at Wrigley. Or anywhere else, for that matter.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 04:15:38 PM
Kent Bottenfield.

He knew that chicks dug the long ball, so he served up more than his share.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 04:15:51 PM
As was Jeremi Gonzalez but, shit... I had a decent run. I get off work in 15 minutes. And I did give you all Steve Trout. And syphilis.

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 04:16:31 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 04:15:38 PM
Kent Bottenfield.

He knew that chicks dug the long ball, so he served up more than his share.

Then left and had an excellent couple season for St. Louis. Fuck him.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: berserker on June 16, 2006, 04:18:42 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 16, 2006, 04:16:31 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 04:15:38 PM
Kent Bottenfield.

He knew that chicks dug the long ball, so he served up more than his share.

Then left and had an excellent couple season for St. Louis. f@#$ him.

What about that fucker Bob Tewksbury?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:21:11 PM
I'm taking a risk here, but I don't recall a Damien Miller getting floated.  And I mean "floated."  Like a turd.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 04:24:38 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:08:42 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 04:06:18 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:01:57 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 03:37:18 PM
I sooo wanted to play my Bill Buckner card here, but he was actually good for us.

Tell me we didn't get this far without Delino DeShields?  If he got taken, that's two blunders in a row for me, in which case you can count me out.

SD,

It's 2 blunders, and coincidentally, they're both mine.  Quit living vicariously through me and come give me a shirtless hug.

I'll quit blundering, but I won't quit living vicariously through you, or the rest of Desipio for that matter.  You effers are stuck, stuck I say!

(seriously, my last intrepid reader-ism for the day)

Intrepid Reader:  The Dude (directed towards SD)

You f@#$ed it up!  You f@#$ed it up!!!

Here you go, by the way, SD.

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43622#msg43622

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43696#msg43696

Great minds, brother.  Great minds.

You're an absolute gem.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: williams on June 16, 2006, 04:25:54 PM
Following this thread today has been therapeutic.  Rehashing this list of few-hit wonders, prospects never realized, and just flat out bad players made me realized that the black hole that is the 2006 Chicago Cubs is nothing new.  It's been a release.

By the way, the Cubs just lost 5-3.

Meet the new boss.  Same as the old boss.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: InternetApex on June 16, 2006, 04:26:21 PM
Mordecai "Three Finger" Brown was the balls.
Roosevelt was named after a president and had the game winning RBI vs. the Reds on September 10th, 2001.
I'm off work now.

Flash Gordon.

Go Tigers.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:28:58 PM
Quote from: williams on June 16, 2006, 04:25:54 PM
Following this thread today has been therapeutic.  Rehashing this list of few-hit wonders, prospects never realized, and just flat out bad players made me realized that the black hole that is the 2006 Chicago Cubs is nothing new.  It's been a release.

By the way, the Cubs just lost 5-3.

Meet the new boss.  Same as the old boss.

Intrepid Reader: Old Lady from Titanic

Desipio saved me, in every way that a person can be saved.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 16, 2006, 04:35:52 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:28:58 PM
Quote from: williams on June 16, 2006, 04:25:54 PM
Following this thread today has been therapeutic.  Rehashing this list of few-hit wonders, prospects never realized, and just flat out bad players made me realized that the black hole that is the 2006 Chicago Cubs is nothing new.  It's been a release.

By the way, the Cubs just lost 5-3.

Meet the new boss.  Same as the old boss.

Intrepid Reader: Old Lady from Titanic

Desipio saved me, in every way that a person can be saved.

I still can't believe you threw the diamond into the water, you selfish bitch.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Neifilicious on June 16, 2006, 05:00:51 PM
Quote from: CPT on June 16, 2006, 04:35:52 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on June 16, 2006, 04:28:58 PM
Quote from: williams on June 16, 2006, 04:25:54 PM
Following this thread today has been therapeutic.  Rehashing this list of few-hit wonders, prospects never realized, and just flat out bad players made me realized that the black hole that is the 2006 Chicago Cubs is nothing new.  It's been a release.

By the way, the Cubs just lost 5-3.

Meet the new boss.  Same as the old boss.

Intrepid Reader: Old Lady from Titanic

Desipio saved me, in every way that a person can be saved.

I still can't believe you threw the diamond into the water, you selfish bitch.

Mel Rojas would have aired out his pimpin' hand on that bitch.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Huey on June 16, 2006, 05:15:50 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 04:15:38 PM
Kent Bottenfield.

Kenny Brockelstein was taking earlier, Ham Man.

Ray Burris also threw a complete game shutout in the '81 NLCS for Montreal  He also started the fateful Game 5 of that series, a game he left tied, and resulted in Steve Rogers making only the third relief appearance of his career and serving up the series-winning home run to another former Cub--Rick Monday.

Has anybody mentioned Don Wengert yet?
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: JS on June 16, 2006, 05:18:57 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 16, 2006, 04:15:38 PM
Kent Bottenfield.

He knew that chicks dug the long ball, so he served up more than his share.

And now Glendon Fat Ass Rusch has taken on this tradition started by good ole Kent.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SD on June 16, 2006, 05:22:12 PM
Glendon Rusch
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: tjbrown on June 16, 2006, 05:32:28 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 05:15:50 PM
Has anybody mentioned Don Wengert yet?

No, and I don't believe anyone has mentioned the guy the Padres got for him: Ben Van Ryn
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 16, 2006, 06:12:36 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 05:22:12 PM
Glendon Rusch
glendon rusch
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: TG on June 16, 2006, 06:34:57 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 06:12:36 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 05:22:12 PM
Glendon Rusch
glendon rusch

Today's Tom Sawyer
He gets high on you
And the space he invades
He gets by on you

No his mind is not for rent
To any god or government
Always hopeful, yet discontent
He knows changes aren't permanent
But change is
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 16, 2006, 07:33:38 PM
Is Jose GOOZ-man taken?

Not that it matters since I was DQed in the early rounds of this thing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: RD on June 16, 2006, 07:59:33 PM
I'm so disappointed.  How can everyone forget one of the biggest Cubs of all time?  No, it's not Hector Villanueva; it's Ray "Burger" King!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: theoneandonlyjim on June 16, 2006, 08:05:40 PM
He was taken about page 147, I think...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: TG on June 16, 2006, 08:06:41 PM
Malachi Kittridge.

Okay, I used Baseball Reference.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 16, 2006, 08:18:57 PM
Todd Haney
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 16, 2006, 08:26:40 PM
How could you have started amateur hour without me? Tourists!!

Mike fucking Lum.

Bob fucking Locker.

Darold incredible-fucking Knowles.

Mick fucking Kelleher (the white Neifi Perez)

Ted fucking Abernathy.

Don't even get me started on Don Young (who I'm sure someone must've mentioned).

Ditto Anthony Young.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 09:25:38 PM
Quote from: TG on June 16, 2006, 06:34:57 PM
Quote from: Dan the Fan on June 16, 2006, 06:12:36 PM
Quote from: SD on June 16, 2006, 05:22:12 PM
Glendon Rusch
glendon rusch

Today's Tom Sawyer
He gets high on you
And the space he invades
He gets by on you

No his mind is not for rent
To any god or government
Always hopeful, yet discontent
He knows changes aren't permanent
But change is

Rush's Today's Tom Sawyer is way, way cooler than Glendone F. Rusch

My goal this weekend is to write a parody of this song about Glendon...

And this is the single greatest thread ever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yukon Cornelius on June 16, 2006, 10:27:38 PM
Sorry, I found this thread later.

How about Guy Hoffman?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 17, 2006, 03:34:53 PM
Dave Pavlas -ding ding!-
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 17, 2006, 03:59:44 PM

Too bad Stew's not here to get all Harry Chiti on our asses.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 17, 2006, 04:02:34 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 17, 2006, 03:59:44 PM

Too bad Stew's not here to get all Harry Chiti on our asses.

Eddie fuckin' Miksis
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 18, 2006, 01:07:16 PM
Larry Bowa
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 18, 2006, 03:52:59 PM
I've said it before, and I'll say it again:  Mary Prior's chafed, yeast-infected, hairy, smelly, gaping, pus-oozing Vagina.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Poobiscuit on June 18, 2006, 06:25:46 PM
Ramon Martinez, anyone?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CPT on June 18, 2006, 06:34:05 PM
I just realized that I didn't see Rey Fucking Ordonez on here.

Jeebus Christ, how the hell did end up with Rey Ordonez?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J Rod on June 19, 2006, 08:07:23 AM
This thread was still going as of 6:30ish last night???

Impressive...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 19, 2006, 08:43:07 AM

We could probably do a thread of just shitty Cubs' catchers over the years.

Cuno Barragan
John Boccabella
Dick Dietz
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 19, 2006, 09:03:18 AM
Did anyone say Jim Sundberg?? I think that's a fresh one.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JS on June 19, 2006, 09:09:37 AM
How about Marvell Wynne?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 19, 2006, 09:12:13 AM
Quote from: JS on June 19, 2006, 09:09:37 AM
How about Marvell Wynne?

Marvell Wynne?  More like Marvell Lose.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CPT on June 19, 2006, 09:35:12 AM
Quote from: JS on June 19, 2006, 09:09:37 AM
How about Marvell Wynne?

Man, what's with all the hate for Marvell?  The guy's been named like 6 times in this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 19, 2006, 11:48:17 AM
Bob Molinaro
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: brf on June 19, 2006, 12:05:50 PM
joe strain
bump wills
dave rosello
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 19, 2006, 12:11:00 PM
glendon. rusch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 19, 2006, 01:22:07 PM
I'm too lazy to go back and look, but did Doug F. Glanville end up on here?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 19, 2006, 02:11:47 PM
I don't remember a Glanville reference prior to this one. Nice. He and Mark Grace comprise the entire list of actual major leauge position players developed by the Cubs farm system from 1988 until the emergence of luminaries Bobby Hill, Korey Patterson and Hee Seop Choi set a new standard at the turn of the new century.

Ron Ce 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 19, 2006, 02:15:36 PM
Quote from: cubfaninPA on June 19, 2006, 01:22:07 PM
I'm too lazy to go back and look, but did Doug F. Glanville end up on here?

I'm pretty sure Doug was named.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 19, 2006, 02:18:48 PM
Tim Hosley
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 19, 2006, 03:21:14 PM
Quote from: CPT on June 19, 2006, 09:35:12 AM
Quote from: JS on June 19, 2006, 09:09:37 AM
How about Marvell Wynne?

Man, what's with all the hate for Marvell?  The guy's been named like 6 times in this thread.

Marvell Wynne had blinding speed. By which I mean he was so fast he blinded you to the fact that he couldn't play baseball.

Other Cubs with blinding speed include Rodney Scott and Jerry White.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JS on June 19, 2006, 03:26:22 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 19, 2006, 03:21:14 PM
Quote from: CPT on June 19, 2006, 09:35:12 AM
Quote from: JS on June 19, 2006, 09:09:37 AM
How about Marvell Wynne?

Man, what's with all the hate for Marvell?  The guy's been named like 6 times in this thread.

Marvell Wynne hadFreddie Bynum has blinding speed. By which I mean he was so fast he blinded you to the fact that he couldn't play baseball.

Other Cubs with blinding speed include Rodney Scott and Jerry White.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 19, 2006, 03:27:09 PM
Did we leave out Mark Bellhorn?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Augie-O on June 19, 2006, 03:31:51 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on June 19, 2006, 02:15:36 PM
Quote from: cubfaninPA on June 19, 2006, 01:22:07 PM
I'm too lazy to go back and look, but did Doug F. Glanville end up on here?

I'm pretty sure Doug was named.

Yep, i got him back on page 4739572.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 19, 2006, 03:32:44 PM

Cleo James? Brock Davis?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Huey on June 19, 2006, 03:34:00 PM
Quote from: brf on June 19, 2006, 12:05:50 PM
joe strain
bump wills
dave rosello

This has really become the mixed nuts where the repeat players are represented by Brazil Nuts and non-repeats are the tasty cashews.  The cashews are all but gone and we're left with a whole bunch of untasty Brazil Nuts.  

Joe Strain, however, is a cashew.  I'm certainhe has not been mentioned, as I nearly woke up in the middle of the night over the weekend having recalled him.  It was all I could do to keep from jumping out of bed at 3 AM and logging his name here.  Nice catch, brf.

Incidentally, Joe Strain was traded for Jesus Figueroa.  If memory serves, he was also the Opening Day starting second baseman in '81.

I'll go crawl back in my cave now but, since I've commented, I have to drop a name.

So I'll go with ummm,  let's see,  who's left,  ehhh...

Chuck Crim

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: tjbrown on June 19, 2006, 04:00:07 PM
Steve Macko
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 19, 2006, 04:19:19 PM
Doug Strange
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 19, 2006, 04:23:11 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 19, 2006, 04:19:19 PM
Doug Strange


Oh, that's excellent.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: brf on June 19, 2006, 04:50:42 PM
gene hiser
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: tjbrown on June 19, 2006, 04:54:26 PM
Pat Perry
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 19, 2006, 05:02:46 PM
Quote from: brf on June 19, 2006, 04:50:42 PM
gene hiser


I got hiser and his circus catches a while back.

Greg Gross
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wampa on June 19, 2006, 07:18:40 PM
I did not see Jeff Blauser anywhere on this list.  If he was mentioned he deserves to be named more then once anyway.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: StewiesBandwagon on June 19, 2006, 10:54:32 PM
Keith "I was better than Durham's coked-up ass in '84" Moreland.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 19, 2006, 10:56:13 PM
Ced Landrum? 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on June 19, 2006, 10:58:25 PM
Rick Wrona always holds a place in my heart, as well as a spot in my closet, uh I mean nevermind.

Man he could catch well with that funny glove.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wampa on June 19, 2006, 11:15:12 PM
Llyod McClendon (1990)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 19, 2006, 11:28:55 PM
Quote from: Wampa on June 19, 2006, 11:15:12 PM
Llyod McClendon (1990)
so we've got Larry Bowa, Terry Francona, Lloyd McClendon, Tony Larussa, who are we missing to great the all sucky x-cub future manager team?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wampa on June 20, 2006, 12:59:37 AM
Quote from: Dan on June 19, 2006, 11:28:55 PM
Quote from: Wampa on June 19, 2006, 11:15:12 PM
Lloyd McClendon (1990)
so we've got Larry Bowa, Terry Francona, Lloyd McClendon, Tony Larussa, who are we missing to great the all sucky x-cub future manager team?

We also have mentioned Jim Tracy, Don Zimmer, Lee Elia, Davey Lopes, and Joe Girardi.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 20, 2006, 01:25:20 AM
Surely, someone has mentioned Steve Dillard.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 20, 2006, 11:22:38 AM
Quote from: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 20, 2006, 01:25:20 AM
Surely, someone has mentioned Steve Dillard.

As unlikely as it seems, no.

Nor have they mentioned Jose F. Nieves, which I find staggering.  How quickly we forget.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 20, 2006, 12:37:49 PM
I don't recall seeing Ben F. Grieve anywhere.  Rookie of the Year my @#$!@
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 20, 2006, 12:40:53 PM
Quote from: cubfaninPA on June 20, 2006, 12:37:49 PM
I don't recall seeing Ben F. Grieve anywhere.  Rookie of the Year my @#$!@

Someone did mention him. What about Greg Hibbard?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 20, 2006, 12:46:18 PM
Was Mitch Webster taken?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 20, 2006, 12:48:24 PM
If you want to get all fancy, I think Doug Meintkewitz (or as I like to call him "make a sandwich") was technically on the cubs for about a few hours in 2004, as part of the Nomar trade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Huey on June 20, 2006, 12:52:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2006, 11:22:38 AM
Quote from: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 20, 2006, 01:25:20 AM
Surely, someone has mentioned Steve Dillard.

As unlikely as it seems, no.

Nor have they mentioned Jose F. Nieves, which I find staggering.  How quickly we forget.

Bullshit.  I mentioned Dillard.  

This thread has jumped the tracks.  No way should Keith Moreland have been mentioned.  The idea is crappy, useless journeyman, not team-leading hitters, as Moreland was in '82.

Sigh.

I'm pretty sure nobody's mentioned Mark Parent.  The schmuck who got picked off second base once, causing manager Tom Trebelhorn to call him a "dumbass" or something similar during one of his postgame firehouse chats in '94.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on June 20, 2006, 12:55:06 PM
Calvin Chiraldi?

Or Csquared.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: brf on June 20, 2006, 12:58:27 PM
tony fossas
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Andy on June 20, 2006, 01:02:16 PM
I have somewhere in the order of 20 Randy Martz baseball cards.  Whatever year that was, every time I bought a pack, it had a fucking Randy Martz in it.  Could have been worse.  Could have been Laddie Renfro.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SD on June 20, 2006, 01:06:55 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 20, 2006, 12:52:53 PM
The idea is crappy, useless journeyman, not team-leading hitters

Ah!  But therein lies the catch.  You see, my man, with the Cubs, crappy useless journeymen are usually our leading hitters.  I'm using the term 'leading hitters' as loosely as possible in this context, as are the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JS on June 20, 2006, 01:13:52 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 20, 2006, 12:52:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2006, 11:22:38 AM
Quote from: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 20, 2006, 01:25:20 AM
Surely, someone has mentioned Steve Dillard.

As unlikely as it seems, no.

Nor have they mentioned Jose F. Nieves, which I find staggering.  How quickly we forget.

Bullshit.  I mentioned Dillard.  

This thread has jumped the tracks.  No way should Keith Moreland have been mentioned.  The idea is crappy, useless journeyman, not team-leading hitters, as Moreland was in '82.

Sigh.

I'm pretty sure nobody's mentioned Mark Parent.  The schmuck who got picked off second base once, causing manager Tom Trebelhorn to call him a "dumbass" or something similar during one of his postgame firehouse chats in '94.

Ahh, the Cubs. What other team could fill nearly 40 pages with useless, crappy players.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: StewiesBandwagon on June 20, 2006, 01:27:18 PM
How can Les F. Lancaster not have been mentioned?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 20, 2006, 01:37:58 PM
Jeff Pico?  Vance Law with his stupid glasses.  He looked positively goofy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 01:40:53 PM
Ken Patterson
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: StewiesBandwagon on June 20, 2006, 01:46:55 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 01:40:53 PM
Ken Patterson

And don't forget Reggie Patterson.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Argyles on June 20, 2006, 01:50:22 PM
Has Jose Nunez cropped up yet?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 20, 2006, 01:50:47 PM
Angel Salazar?  Is that one?  I can't even remember.  
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on June 20, 2006, 02:13:46 PM
Quote from: JD on June 20, 2006, 01:50:47 PM
Angel Salazar?  Is that one?  I can't even remember. 

Luis Salazar? The Midseason acquisition?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 20, 2006, 02:14:03 PM
This thread is getting sleepy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on June 20, 2006, 02:56:32 PM
I don't think I've seen Jaime Navarro yet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Andy on June 20, 2006, 02:58:35 PM
Hey, that's 1988 Cubs' All-Star Vance Law to you!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 20, 2006, 03:02:10 PM
Yeah, but those glasses.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 20, 2006, 03:17:06 PM
Quote from: JD on June 20, 2006, 03:02:10 PM
Yeah, but those glasses.
(http://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/pictures/vance_law_picture.jpg)
what?
he looks good to me
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 20, 2006, 03:18:54 PM
That right there is an avatar waiting to happen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 20, 2006, 03:26:11 PM
done and doner-er
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on June 20, 2006, 03:28:14 PM
Quote from: Dan on June 20, 2006, 03:26:11 PM
done and doner-er

I'm surprised that, with those glasses and all, Vance "I am the" Law couldn't see Will Clark batting .947 against the Cubs in the NLCS. Would have been nice to walk him and KevHead Mitchell in that Game 1 debacle. Thanks a lot, Vance.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 20, 2006, 03:30:10 PM
Quote from: RockTheIvy on June 20, 2006, 03:28:14 PM
Quote from: Dan on June 20, 2006, 03:26:11 PM
done and doner-er

I'm surprised that, with those glasses and all, Vance "I am the above the" Law couldn't see Will Clark batting .947 against the Cubs in the NLCS. Would have been nice to walk him and KevHead Mitchell in that Game 1 debacle. Thanks a lot, Vance.
fixed
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:31:44 PM
Quote from: RockTheIvy on June 20, 2006, 02:13:46 PM
Quote from: JD on June 20, 2006, 01:50:47 PM
Angel Salazar?  Is that one?  I can't even remember. 

Luis Salazar? The Midseason acquisition?

No, Angel was the Salazar of that magical 1988 season. He was the 1988 Cubs' version of Domingo Ramos. He scored 1 run in 34 games and produced a line of .250/.262/.300 before retiring as a Cub at the old age of 26.

Luis Salazar was a 1984 Padre (boo!), a 1985 White Sock (Jack McKeon called Roland Hemond in 1985 and said, "You send me your pothead Cy Young Award winner and his parole officer, and I'll send you Tim Lollar, Bill Long and 2 crazy Venezuelans." Salazar was one of the nutty Venezuelans), and a 1989 Cub (yay!)

Luis was acquired with Shawon's best friend for realtor and Boston favorite Cal Schiraldi, Phil Stephenson and cancer survivor (he's survived testicular AND Hawk Harrelson) Darrin Jackson.

Angel is also Venezuelan, but he did not put up a .325/.357/.425 like Salad Bar did in 1989. Unfortunately, his OBP never topped .300 in his 3 seasons in Lakeview before retiring at 36 in 1992. He now installs satellite dishes in Venezuela.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on June 20, 2006, 03:33:24 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:31:44 PM
Quote from: RockTheIvy on June 20, 2006, 02:13:46 PM
Quote from: JD on June 20, 2006, 01:50:47 PM
Angel Salazar?  Is that one?  I can't even remember. 

Luis Salazar? The Midseason acquisition?

No, Angel was the Salazar of that magical 1988 season. He was the 1988 Cubs' version of Domingo Ramos. He scored 1 run in 34 games and produced a line of .250/.262/.300 before retiring as a Cub at the old age of 26.

Luis Salazar was a 1984 Padre (boo!), a 1985 White Sock (Jack McKeon called Roland Hemond in 1985 and said, "You send me your pothead Cy Young Award winner and his parole officer, and I'll send you Tim Lollar, Bill Long and 2 crazy Venezuelans." Salazar was one of the nutty Venezuelans), and a 1989 Cub (yay!)

Luis was acquired with Shawon's best friend for realtor and Boston favorite Cal Schiraldi, Phil Stephenson and cancer survivor (he's survived testicular AND Hawk Harrelson) Darrin Jackson.

Angel is also Venezuelan, but he did not put up a .325/.357/.425 like Salad Bar did in 1989. Unfortunately, his OBP never topped .300 in his 3 seasons in Lakeview before retiring at 36 in 1992. He now installs satellite dishes in Venezuela.

Wow. My...uhh...bad.

Is it me? Or did that guy know an awful lot of information for a security guard?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:36:27 PM
Quote from: RockTheIvy on June 20, 2006, 03:28:14 PM
Quote from: Dan on June 20, 2006, 03:26:11 PM
done and doner-er

I'm surprised that, with those glasses and all, Vance "I am the" Law couldn't see Will Clark batting .947 against the Cubs in the NLCS. Would have been nice to walk him and KevHead Mitchell in that Game 1 debacle. Thanks a lot, Vance.

Assenmacher was ready and all Zim had to do was point to his right arm and that would have been the night for Maddux. There were 2 out and the bases were loaded, so there was nowhere to put Clark, but maybe Assenmacher retires Clark, the Cubs put up some runs somewhere in that game, and then go to the Stick up 2 games to none. (remember, they chased Reuschel early in Game 2). Which reminds me of another silly, useless fact: The losing pitchers in Games 1-4 of the 1989 NLCS were the only pitchers to win 20 games in a Cub uniform between Ferguson Jenkins and Jon Lieber.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: TW on June 20, 2006, 03:42:24 PM
Isn't testicular cancer and Hawk Harrelson the same thing?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Huey on June 20, 2006, 03:44:00 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:36:27 PM
Which reminds me of another silly, useless fact: The losing pitchers in Games 1-4 of the 1989 NLCS were the only pitchers to win 20 games in a Cub uniform between Ferguson Jenkins and Jon Lieber.

Waaaaiiitt a minute, TJ.  Are you talking abut Sutcliffe (Game #3)?

Sutcliffe never won 20 in a Cub uniform, I'm pretty sure.  He won 20 in '84, but that was split between Chicago (16) and Cleveland (4).  I'm pretty sure that's it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:49:00 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 20, 2006, 03:44:00 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:36:27 PM
Which reminds me of another silly, useless fact: The losing pitchers in Games 1-4 of the 1989 NLCS were the only pitchers to win 20 games in a Cub uniform between Ferguson Jenkins and Jon Lieber.

Waaaaiiitt a minute, TJ.  Are you talking abut Sutcliffe (Game #3)?

Sutcliffe never won 20 in a Cub uniform, I'm pretty sure.  He won 20 in '84, but that was split between Chicago (16) and Cleveland (4).  I'm pretty sure that's it.

I am, and you are right. I should have termed that "had a 20 win season while with the Cubs..." I know it's a technicality, but...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 20, 2006, 10:06:25 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:49:00 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 20, 2006, 03:44:00 PM
Quote from: tjbrown on June 20, 2006, 03:36:27 PM
Which reminds me of another silly, useless fact: The losing pitchers in Games 1-4 of the 1989 NLCS were the only pitchers to win 20 games in a Cub uniform between Ferguson Jenkins and Jon Lieber.

Waaaaiiitt a minute, TJ.  Are you talking abut Sutcliffe (Game #3)?

Sutcliffe never won 20 in a Cub uniform, I'm pretty sure.  He won 20 in '84, but that was split between Chicago (16) and Cleveland (4).  I'm pretty sure that's it.

I am, and you are right. I should have termed that "had a 20 win season while with the Cubs..." I know it's a technicality, but...

Here's something really banal...the first two pitchers to win 20 in a season while pitching in both leagues each pitched the Cubs to a championship...Hank Borowy in 1945, and the Red Baron in '84.

Back to shitty Cubs...I don't think Don Nottebart has shown up yet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:07:01 PM
So, I sifted through 41 pages of this...I'm very disappointed.

Not a single mention of Jay Johnstone?  I mean, he wrote a friggin' book!!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: brf on June 21, 2006, 04:24:45 PM
how about an outfield of Heity Cruz, Joe "Tarzan" Wallis and Chad Hermansen?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CPT on June 21, 2006, 04:26:19 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:07:01 PM
So, I sifted through 41 pages of this...I'm very disappointed.

Not a single mention of Jay Johnstone?  I mean, he wrote a friggin' book!!!

I'm not going back to find it, but I'm pretty sure he's in here somewhere.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:32:09 PM
Quote from: CPT on June 21, 2006, 04:26:19 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:07:01 PM
So, I sifted through 41 pages of this...I'm very disappointed.

Not a single mention of Jay Johnstone?  I mean, he wrote a friggin' book!!!

I'm not going back to find it, but I'm pretty sure he's in here somewhere.

He could be...I had to take a break around page 15...I don't think I saw Gary Scott, but I gave you guys the benefit of the doubt on that one.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:33:59 PM
What about Bill Caudill?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Indolent Reader on June 21, 2006, 04:36:14 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:32:09 PM
Quote from: CPT on June 21, 2006, 04:26:19 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:07:01 PM
So, I sifted through 41 pages of this...I'm very disappointed.

Not a single mention of Jay Johnstone?  I mean, he wrote a friggin' book!!!

I'm not going back to find it, but I'm pretty sure he's in here somewhere.

He could be...I had to take a break around page 15...I don't think I saw Gary Scott, but I gave you guys the benefit of the doubt on that one.

Johnstone is on page 6. 
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: CPT on June 21, 2006, 04:39:14 PM
Quote from: Indolent Reader on June 16, 2006, 11:07:01 AM
John William Johnstone Jr.

He's right!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Huey on June 21, 2006, 04:45:42 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:33:59 PM
What about Bill Caudill?

Ya know, I thought about Caudill, but was torn on whether he merited a mention, since Caudill performed very well after he left the Cubs (Oakland and Toronto).  But, since I think the idea is players/pitchers who sucked for the Cubs regardless of how they did elsewhere (i.e. Candy fucktard Maldonado), then Caudill fits the bill.

As does Jay Howell.

And has anyone mentioend Tom Filer?

Mad props on the Chad Hermansen shoutout, BTW.  Sometimes we rack our brains by going back twenty-five years while a classic example rests right under our noses from within the past five seasons.  Hermansen defines this thread about as well as anybody.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:54:59 PM
I hate coming to a party late.  This is sort of like walking in and all the chicks who are left are Paul's sloppy seconds.  How humiliating.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 21, 2006, 05:07:53 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:54:59 PM
I hate coming to a party late.  This is sort of like walking in and all the chicks who are left are Paul's sloppy seconds.  How humiliating.

Hate to break it to you, but all chicks everywhere are Paul's sloppy 2's. He's gotten em all. Even those related to him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SD on June 21, 2006, 05:26:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 21, 2006, 05:07:53 PM
Even Especially those related to him.

Corrected.

EDIT -- Tell me someone picked up Paul Popovich in this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 21, 2006, 05:42:43 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 21, 2006, 05:07:53 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 04:54:59 PM
I hate coming to a party late.  This is sort of like walking in and all the chicks who are left are Paul's sloppy seconds.  How humiliating.

Hate to break it to you, but all chicks everywhere are Paul's sloppy 2's. He's gotten em all. Even those related to him.

Could someone explain this to me?  I've been called Paul, I've seen 3000 posts referring to Paul "doing chicks."  When I searched, all I found were year old posts about the Bears by a guest named "Paul" and some weirder threads about the Cubs from Paul Popovich.  You fuckers just love to confuse me with obscure references.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: williams on June 21, 2006, 05:45:17 PM
It is a fringe message board, after all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 21, 2006, 06:30:30 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 21, 2006, 05:42:43 PM
Could someone explain this to me?  I've been called Paul, I've seen 3000 posts referring to Paul "doing chicks."  When I searched, all I found were year old posts about the Bears by a guest named "Paul" and some weirder threads about the Cubs from Paul Popovich.  You f@#$ers just love to confuse me with obscure references.

Come on, Paul.  Quit playin' crazy.  HEY, where's my "winking" emoticon?  Where am I? 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 21, 2006, 06:44:29 PM
Quote from: JD on June 21, 2006, 06:30:30 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 21, 2006, 05:42:43 PM
Could someone explain this to me?  I've been called Paul, I've seen 3000 posts referring to Paul "doing chicks."  When I searched, all I found were year old posts about the Bears by a guest named "Paul" and some weirder threads about the Cubs from Paul Popovich.  You f@#$ers just love to confuse me with obscure references.

Come on, Paul.  Quit playin' crazy.  HEY, where's my "winking" emoticon?  Where am I? 

NSBB?  I'll give you pr0n if you tell me about Paul...Here's a taste:

(http://img96.imageshack.us/img96/5359/speier6tz.jpg)

You know you want more.  You're a dirty boy.



Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:48:30 PM
To retell the stories of Paul would be to diminish the legacy and mystery that is Paul...and it would be quite the waste of time.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 21, 2006, 06:55:03 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:48:30 PM
To retell the stories of Paul would be to diminish the legacy and mystery that is Paul...and it would be quite the waste of time.

Maybe this will change your mind:

(http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/6829/understandingjoshua053pu.jpg)

Yep.  I've got the good stuff.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:57:27 PM
Wow...just wow...

I mean...wow
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 21, 2006, 06:58:44 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:57:27 PM
Wow...just wow...

I mean...wow

You're with me, Meat!  (oh, I'm on a roll!)

(http://img396.imageshack.us/img396/7350/understandingjoshua029df.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:59:30 PM
So if you already know what Paul was all about, why do you ask?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 21, 2006, 07:02:07 PM
Quote from: SD on June 21, 2006, 05:26:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 21, 2006, 05:07:53 PM
Even Especially those related to him.

Corrected.

EDIT -- Tell me someone picked up Paul Popovich in this thread.

Don't fuck me with me, little man. Do. Not. Fuck. With. The Experience. Kessinger, that's another story, fuck him, but leave me out of this shit-ka-boodle.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 21, 2006, 07:02:36 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:59:30 PM
So if you already know what Paul was all about, why do you ask?

Ok.  Now I'm confused again.  Shit.  This always happens.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SD on June 21, 2006, 07:10:12 PM
Quote from: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 21, 2006, 07:02:07 PM
Quote from: SD on June 21, 2006, 05:26:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 21, 2006, 05:07:53 PM
Even Especially those related to him.

Corrected.

EDIT -- Tell me someone picked up Paul Popovich in this thread.

Don't f@#$ me with me, little man. Do. Not. f@#$. With. The Experience. Kessinger, that's another story, f@#$ him, but leave me out of this shit-ka-boodle.


I actually assumed you had taken him, but took a chance.  Feel free to shoot my stupid ass.

And Re: Paul and these pictures.  I JUST ATE, YOU SON'SA BITCHES!

All you need to know about Paul is:  he was gay with his gay dad's dick, he hated people, and was hated by people.  I want to say that I was responsible for driving him off this board, but the tirade in question was hardly a responsible thing to do. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: TG on June 21, 2006, 07:12:50 PM
Quote from: SD on June 21, 2006, 07:10:12 PM

All you need to know about Paul is:  he was gay with his gay dad's dick, he hated people, and was hated by people.  I want to say that I was responsible for driving him off this board, but the tirade in question was hardly a responsible thing to do. 

You drove him off the second time, after he went all David Koresh with his "Jesus Christ" moniker.

The first time, I think it was the revelation of his MySpace page that triggered it. I won't say if I had anything to do with that incident.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 07:31:36 PM
Quote from: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 21, 2006, 07:02:07 PM
Quote from: SD on June 21, 2006, 05:26:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on June 21, 2006, 05:07:53 PM
Even Especially those related to him.

Corrected.

EDIT -- Tell me someone picked up Paul Popovich in this thread.

Don't f@#$ me with me, little man. Do. Not. f@#$. With. The Experience. Kessinger, that's another story, f@#$ him, but leave me out of this shit-ka-boodle.


PPE...I must tell you, that is seriously making me laugh.

And Hams...I was making a terrible joke about those pictures somehow involving Paul and his exploits.  Terrible.  But that Chucky Carr quote...classic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 21, 2006, 07:34:00 PM
Quote from: TG on June 21, 2006, 07:12:50 PM
Quote from: SD on June 21, 2006, 07:10:12 PM

All you need to know about Paul is:  he was gay with his gay dad's dick, he hated people, and was hated by people.  I want to say that I was responsible for driving him off this board, but the tirade in question was hardly a responsible thing to do. 

You drove him off the second time, after he went all David Koresh with his "Jesus Christ" moniker.

The first time, I think it was the revelation of his MySpace page that triggered it. I won't say if I had anything to do with that incident.

Ok, now I did a search for "Paul myspace."  That gave me this thread: http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2509.0

That helped clear up a little.  I checked out the myspace page.  That cleared up some more.  I am forced to deduce that:

a) Paul is a fruity poet?  He has this on his page: "Borderlines can describe themselves for five hours without your getting a realistic picture of what they're like"
b) Paul has Walrus porn on his photo page.  They're sucking face.
c) Paul lives in Mulletland aka Indiana
d) Paul is either going to commit suicide or eschew material possessions to move to Tibet and be a monk.  Under his "Interests," Paul has:
-Movies: I gave these away
-Television: I'm going to give this away
-Heroes: These went first
e) His last name is Tanner
f) If he's living in his mother's basement, this is probably his address and phone number: http://www.whitepages.com/5050/search/Replay?search_id=20211382310301343968&lower=15&more_info=1
g) He looks like this:
(http://img48.imageshack.us/img48/763/764136051l4hg.jpg)
h) Ugly chicks are all over him
i) He said some funny things:
QuoteOh no, a character poster freak on a fringe messageboard is insulting me. Whatever shall I do.
QuoteI agree that the odds are bad - more of you guys than of me, and you guys started from an advantageous position - but I think eventually, if I wanted to drag it out, I could win due to the sheer stupidity of most of the posters here, and also the minor fact that nothing on that page is anything but flattering to me.
QuoteWhat is there to point and laugh at? You're a character poster on a fringe board. Your life is utterly meaningless and if your mother (for people like you don't get significant others) knew what you spent your time doing, she'd put her head in her hands and cry.

Meanwhile, oh no! I've got a myspace page.


Ok, I learned a little bit about Paul.  Obviously not the whole thing, but at least enough to know that he hates all Desipiots and fancies himself a superior mind...At the ripe old age of 22.  He's also batshit-crazy.  Oh, how humiliating.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 07:36:20 PM
Quote from: Silence of the Hams on June 21, 2006, 07:34:00 PM

Oh, how humiliating.

Now, more than ever...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: TG on June 21, 2006, 07:42:51 PM
I think you also missed it (more Desipio history!) where I had that picture of Paul as my avatar for several weeks and he threatened via pm to sue me if I didn't remove it.  That set off a mini-firestorm.

He had posted the picture in a thread after TW made an offhand remark about Paul never being laid:

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2365.msg32259#msg32259

Probably the greatest set of responses ever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: The Paul Popovich Experience on June 21, 2006, 07:48:46 PM
Gratuitous post for the post count milestone. So sue me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 21, 2006, 07:53:24 PM
Quote from: TG on June 21, 2006, 07:42:51 PM
I think you also missed it (more Desipio history!) where I had that picture of Paul as my avatar for several weeks and he threatened via pm to sue me if I didn't remove it.  That set off a mini-firestorm.

He had posted the picture in a thread after TW made an offhand remark about Paul never being laid:

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2365.msg32259#msg32259

Probably the greatest set of responses ever.

Oh.  My.  God.

That is f@#$ing comedy gold right there!  Berserker wins:
QuoteI know I couldn't compete...such dashing masculinity, you must get more ass than a bicycle seat

Mad rhyming skills!


...And I have a new avatar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 21, 2006, 08:31:28 PM
I'm really sorry I missed that.

Board bitches like him are hard to come by.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CPT on June 21, 2006, 08:39:57 PM
Desipio: our trolls are more entertaining than your board's regulars.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 21, 2006, 08:47:42 PM
What i find hilarious is that he bashed his tormenters as "characters on a fringe messageboard".

Because if this was a "mainstream" board, I'm sure the insults would carry more weight.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on June 21, 2006, 09:00:12 PM
Hey, he posted on a board that was mentioned in Variety, or some such crap. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 21, 2006, 10:36:06 PM
The last two pages have been some of the finest reading in recent memory.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 21, 2006, 11:03:27 PM
Could the "Single Greatest..." you know, whatever have made the history it so deserves without the history of Paul and us recorded succinctly for posterity on pages 42-43? I'm guessing yeah. But since we're here I think I should re-hash the ultimate Paul moment, when he said, after being compared to Todd Walker in the face, that such a comparison was pure flattery since DBF is better known for being good looking than for being a good player. I mean seriously WHAT???? I have no fucking idea. I really don't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 21, 2006, 11:03:57 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 21, 2006, 11:03:27 PM
Could the "Single Greatest..." you know, whatever have made the history it so deserves without the history of Paul and us recorded succinctly for posterity on pages 42-43? I'm guessing yeah. But since we're here I think I should re-hash the ultimate Paul moment, when he said, after being compared to Todd Walker in the face, that such a comparison was pure flattery since DBF is better known for being good looking than for being a good player. I mean seriously WHAT???? I have no f@#$ing idea. I really don't.

I'm drunk.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: TW on June 22, 2006, 09:25:09 AM
Apex's reply in that thread still makes me laugh out loud.  I read it whenever I feel like committing suicide.  You know...after Cub games.

I think the whole mission of Paul was a failure.  All of this discussion and nobody remembered the dolphins.  What about the dolphins?!?!?!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 22, 2006, 09:36:10 AM
Quote from: TW on June 22, 2006, 09:25:09 AM
Apex's reply in that thread still makes me laugh out loud.  I read it whenever I feel like committing suicide.  You know...after Cub games.

I think the whole mission of Paul was a failure.  All of this discussion and nobody remembered the dolphins.  What about the dolphins?!?!?!

What about Tanner for Prez? Remember his "reforms"? Fantastic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 22, 2006, 11:16:18 AM
Quote from: You're with me, meat! on June 21, 2006, 07:53:24 PM


That is f@#$ing comedy gold right there!  Berserker wins:
QuoteI know I couldn't compete...such dashing masculinity, you must get more ass than a bicycle seat

Mad rhyming skills!



Wow, file that under "I'm a poet, and I don't even know it". I never even caught the rhyme.
As for my pile-on, I'd forgotten all about that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 23, 2006, 10:46:19 AM
Chad "Dusty Ruined My Career by Asking Me to Pitch One Day" Fox
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 23, 2006, 11:37:02 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 23, 2006, 10:46:19 AM
Chad "Dusty Ruined My Career by Asking Me to Pitch One Day" Fox

Chad Fox's Cubs career is overshadowed only by the Hebrew Hammer.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on June 23, 2006, 12:16:08 PM
Quote from: berserker on June 23, 2006, 11:37:02 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 23, 2006, 10:46:19 AM
Chad "Dusty Ruined My Career by Asking Me to Pitch One Day" Fox

Chad Fox's Cubs career is overshadowed only by the Hebrew Hammer.

The Hebrew Hammer's career was so forgettable... that it's... not.

Chad Fox, though, thanks for reminding me.  Anyways, think the Twins will take Jock back this weekend?  Maybe if we ask real nice and go buy a bunch of shit in the Mall of America?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 25, 2006, 02:00:08 PM

Ya know something, I'm not sure Ron-DL White ever made this thread
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 25, 2006, 02:46:11 PM
Did Phil Norton? Willie Greene?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on June 26, 2006, 09:07:48 AM
Willie Greene did.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 26, 2006, 09:10:13 AM
Quote from: berserker on June 25, 2006, 02:00:08 PM

Ya know something, I'm not sure Ron-DL White ever made this thread

He was referenced in a post about Beer League Softball Stairs who "saved" the 2001 season when Ron-DL went down with a groin injury.

At some point, this thread's credibility as the "Single Greatest...Ever" took  severe hit with so many repeats and three-peats hitting the page. I move that in an effort to further immortalize the thread that no more names can be posted without a photo. It does us no good to ask if (name of ex-Cub jerkoff) has been taken when there's a better than 80 percent chance that he has. But a picture of said Jerkoff, regardless of his status as a probable repeat would be The M.F. Balls.

(http://img504.imageshack.us/img504/7688/jerkoff0kt.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 26, 2006, 09:26:24 AM

How did they get a picture of him not carrying his bat back to the bench?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CPT on June 26, 2006, 09:28:18 AM
Quote from: berserker on June 26, 2006, 09:26:24 AM

How did they get a picture of him not carrying his bat back to the bench?

He just didn't bother to take it up there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 26, 2006, 09:36:20 AM
Quote from: berserker on June 26, 2006, 09:26:24 AM

How did they get a picture of him not carrying his bat back to the bench?
I wanted to see one of his crazy neck mole. And by "wanted to see" I meant "Thank the Jesus it's not shown in that picture".
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Al Yellon on June 26, 2006, 11:52:21 AM
44 pages and no Kevin Roberson?  For shame, fellas.

Here he is in the midst of his best statistical year:
(http://fileanchor.com/38624-r.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 26, 2006, 06:43:48 PM
(http://img60.imageshack.us/img60/9879/4517au.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 26, 2006, 07:02:53 PM
Quote from: Magnum's Chest Curls on June 26, 2006, 06:43:48 PM
(http://img60.imageshack.us/img60/9879/4517au.jpg)
Ball. Game.

Really, I mean it this time.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 26, 2006, 08:01:03 PM
I'm just really good at this.  Of course, that's the only thing all the years of Cub baseball have brought me. 

Well...That and hemorrhoids.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 27, 2006, 08:31:04 AM
Ok. I heart has won the battle and the war, but the party aint over until somebody yells out:

(http://img76.imageshack.us/img76/2199/roomie7np.png)

!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on June 29, 2006, 11:15:26 PM
this thread was starting to slow down,
can't have that
Brian Fucking Dayett is here to keep it alive brothas!
(http://www.baseball-almanac.com/players/pics/brian_dayett_autograph.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 30, 2006, 08:35:37 AM
Cub Killer Hall of Fame Class of 1988.

(http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/548/goose1jc.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 30, 2006, 08:40:29 AM
Cub Killer Hall of Fame Class of 2006.
(http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/417/unlucky7dg.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on June 30, 2006, 09:06:50 AM
Cub Killer Season Savior Hall of Fame Class of 2005

(http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/4916/fiesta20navidad20imirca2020052.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 30, 2006, 09:37:35 AM
Unbelievable. But to be fair, Neifi did "save" 1998. No bullshit about that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on June 30, 2006, 09:43:04 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 30, 2006, 09:37:35 AM
Unbelievable. But to be fair, Neifi did "save" 1998. No bullshit about that.

So much easier to swallow though since we didn't have to watch that apple-shaped cocksucker every day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: stech on June 30, 2006, 10:23:22 AM
Quote from: I heart teh Paul!!!111!!1! on June 30, 2006, 09:06:50 AM
Cub Killer Season Savior Hall of Fame Class of 2005

(http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/4916/fiesta20navidad20imirca2020052.jpg)

You just know Neifi and Rubby double teamed that groupie in the back of the minivan.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 30, 2006, 11:02:14 AM
You don't suppose the great Rubby can pull his own trim and has to mooch of Neifi's sloppy seconds? Oh, how humiliating.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: TW on June 30, 2006, 11:04:48 AM
I think Ruby is jealous of Neifi being a pro ball player and this was the only way he could turn the double play.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on June 30, 2006, 12:01:20 PM
Quote from: TW on June 30, 2006, 11:04:48 AM
I think Ruby is jealous of Neifi being a pro ball player and this was the only way he could turn the double play.

Ruby's taking his love to town.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on June 30, 2006, 11:53:44 PM
Quote from: Apex on June 23, 2006, 10:46:19 AM
Chad "Dusty Ruined My Career by Asking Me to Pitch One Day" Fox
A buddy of mine grew up with Chad Fox's brother.

What really pissed me off about Fox was that he spend his last game in the majors getting booed by a bunch of morans.

Dude did get a ring, tho.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 12, 2006, 09:25:28 AM
(http://www.jamestownjammers.com/images/press_boporter.jpg)

As pointed out by Apex... the one, the only...  BO PORTER ladeezangennlemen!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 12, 2006, 09:27:09 AM
And what's more, while we're on the subject, we seem to have got through this entire thread without mentioning :

(http://www.franksfieldofdreams.com/autographs/prattandy.jpg)

Unbelievable. [pictured not throwing a strike, obviously]

EDIT :  Holy crap, look at that "signature".  I think we've just explained his utter inability to find the strike zone :  he has Parkinson's.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on July 12, 2006, 09:37:42 AM
(http://www.baseballcardproject.com/Topps/R/1981/533.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 12, 2006, 09:44:14 AM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on July 12, 2006, 09:37:42 AM
(http://www.baseballcardproject.com/Topps/R/1981/533.jpg)

Take a drink, Mike beat you to it.

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg44305#msg44305
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 12, 2006, 10:51:31 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 12, 2006, 09:44:14 AM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on July 12, 2006, 09:37:42 AM
(http://www.baseballcardproject.com/Topps/R/1981/533.jpg)

Take a drink, Mike beat you to it.

http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg44305#msg44305

We said doubles were ok if accompanied by photos. Especially if the player mentioned is photographed along with his puppy enchanting brother and a latina in various states of undress.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on July 12, 2006, 11:10:18 AM

(http://img517.imageshack.us/img517/4916/fiesta20navidad20imirca2020052.jpg)

Nice lid Neifi. Pimpin' ain't easy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on July 12, 2006, 02:55:12 PM
Kermie, you need to print out the list of all the players mentioned on this thread for the Mathematical Erection Party.
I don't know exactly how, but there's got some sort of drinking game to be played with this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on July 12, 2006, 03:02:42 PM
Quote from: Dan on July 12, 2006, 02:55:12 PM
Kermie, you need to print out the list of all the players mentioned on this thread for the Mathematical Erection Party.
I don't know exactly how, but there's got some sort of drinking game to be played with this.

I think it needs to be a costume party where we all dress up like our most hated Cub player dying in the way we hope they die.  I call Todd Hundley in a gutter aspirating his own vomit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BananaHands on July 12, 2006, 03:10:35 PM
Are the details of this party roughly ironed out? I think at the minimum, it needs to be an all-you-can-drink type affair.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on July 12, 2006, 03:11:17 PM
I call Gary Varsho drowning in his own liquid feces..
Oh wait, no I dont....well...do you have scotch guard on your carpeting?
Nevermind...no I don't. Definately not.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on July 12, 2006, 03:11:57 PM
Quote from: BananaHands on July 12, 2006, 03:10:35 PM
Are the details of this party roughly ironed out? I think at the minimum, it needs to be an all-you-can-drink type affair.

Roughly.  Meaning I haven't told my wife yet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: tjbrown on July 12, 2006, 03:13:26 PM
Quote from: Dan on July 12, 2006, 02:55:12 PM
Kermie, you need to print out the list of all the players mentioned on this thread for the Mathematical Erection Party.
I don't know exactly how, but there's got some sort of drinking game to be played with this.

Print 'em out? Nah. Locate a few of them and invite them. What's Donnie Moore doing these days? He's dead? Lucky him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on July 12, 2006, 03:25:05 PM
I'm still keeping the MEP reserved in the Future Mythical Party section of my calendar.

But it's fun to think about the drinking games we could play.

Asshole, Ride the Bus, Quarters, Flip Cup and the ever popular Who's In My Mouth?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: James Westfall on July 12, 2006, 03:30:02 PM
You realize it's gonna be all dudes right?  Unless someone sneaks an evite to machograndefanno1.  Who's in my mouth???  Should be called Bleed from the Aaaaaanus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky311 on July 12, 2006, 03:31:29 PM
Quote from: James Westfall on July 12, 2006, 03:30:02 PM
You realize it's gonna be all dudes right?  Unless someone sneaks an evite to machograndefanno1.  Who's in my mouth???  Should be called Bleed from the Aaaaaanus.

I know, I just wanted to make a good Dane Cook reference. Besides, I said it's in Future Mythical Party status...meaning in my version of the party it's not Desipiots but it's a bunch of Marisa Tomeis. And I am the king.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on July 12, 2006, 03:33:26 PM
Quote from: Slaky311 on July 12, 2006, 03:25:05 PM
I'm still keeping the MEP reserved in the Future Mythical Party section of my calendar.

But it's fun to think about the drinking games we could play.

Asshole, Ride the Bus, Quarters, Flip Cup and the ever popular Who's In My Mouth?

Oh ye of little faith.  I'm blocking out hotel rooms as soon as the season officially ends.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on July 12, 2006, 04:24:49 PM
Quote from: Dan on July 12, 2006, 02:55:12 PM
Kermie, you need to print out the list of all the players mentioned on this thread for the Mathematical Erection Party.
I don't know exactly how, but there's got some sort of drinking game to be played with this.

I just went through a box of Cubs' buttons I have, and I posess the following:

Jerry Martin, Carmen Fanzone, Scott (sic) Thompson, Ivan DeJesus and Bobby Murcer.

I will wear them all, as part of a walk of shame.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on July 18, 2006, 02:38:23 PM
Quote from: berserker on July 12, 2006, 04:24:49 PM
Quote from: Dan on July 12, 2006, 02:55:12 PM
Kermie, you need to print out the list of all the players mentioned on this thread for the Mathematical Erection Party.
I don't know exactly how, but there's got some sort of drinking game to be played with this.

I just went through a box of Cubs' buttons I have, and I posess the following:

Jerry Martin, Carmen Fanzone, Scott (sic) Thompson, Ivan DeJesus and Bobby Murcer.

I will wear them all, as part of a walk of shame.

Oh, that's a beauty.
(http://www.all-baseball.com/cooperstown/fanzone.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on July 18, 2006, 03:08:29 PM
Dude, that David Hasselhof sig picture is really creeping me out. For the love of God, take it down!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on July 18, 2006, 03:10:07 PM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on July 18, 2006, 03:08:29 PM
Dude, that David Hasselhof sig picture is really creeping me out. For the love of God, take it down!

Seconded.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on July 18, 2006, 03:12:31 PM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on July 18, 2006, 03:08:29 PM
Dude, that David Hasselhof sig picture is really creeping me out. For the love of God, take it down!

Don't fight it.  Embrace it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on July 18, 2006, 03:28:55 PM
Quote from: Mary Prior's Hatchet Wound on July 18, 2006, 03:12:31 PM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on July 18, 2006, 03:08:29 PM
Dude, that David Hasselhof sig picture is really creeping me out. For the love of God, take it down!

Don't fight it.  Embrace it.


Anybody else think that he's actually having sex with the one on his lap?  Why else would he be playing with them all naked and sweaty like that?  Who gets naked and puts a puppy on his lap?  Not only is that sick, but it's also taking quite a risk.  Puppies like to bite on things.  And don't even try to tell me that the Hoff has something covering his junk there.  He's an artist.  He's dedicated to his craft.  The Hoff doesn't pretend to be naked while playing with 2 puppies.  The Hoff IS naked and playing with 2 puppies.  You take a picture whenever you want.  The Hoff's in his own world with those puppies giving them the time of their little puppy lives.  Do your thing, Hasslehoff.  Do yo thang.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on July 18, 2006, 03:35:41 PM
I've been wondering about it.  Specifically, I've been wondering "What the f@#$ inspired the Hoff to get naked, get spritzed so that he looks sweaty, and put a dog on his cock?"

The I think "Hey, it's the Hoff.  Who am I to question greatness?"

Oh, and the Hoff does have something covering his junk.  It's a puppy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on July 18, 2006, 03:40:01 PM
Quote from: Mary Prior's Hatchet Wound on July 18, 2006, 03:35:41 PM
I've been wondering about it.  Specifically, I've been wondering "What the f@#$ inspired the Hoff to get naked, get spritzed so that he looks sweaty, and put a dog on his cock?"

The I think "Hey, it's the Hoff.  Who am I to question greatness?"

Oh, and the Hoff does have something covering his junk.  It's a puppy.

Dude, that's puppy-love sweat.  And when I said the thing about covering his junk, I was thinking more along the lined of a rubber or something.  I mean, I totally dont' think the Hoff's junk looks like a puppy.  I'm sure his junk looks like a baby panda bear or bald eagle or something else that's rare and exotic.  Ok...a bald eagle's not exotic, but you get the picture.  Of his junk. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on July 18, 2006, 03:42:04 PM
Remember when this thread was about the Cubs being 1 game out of last place?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 18, 2006, 03:49:31 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on July 18, 2006, 03:42:04 PM
Remember when this thread was about the Cubs being 1 game out of last place?

Yes, I do. And sadly, a few months from now someone will get really bored at work and decide to read the entire thing. That person will stumble across this portion of it confused becasuse Mary Prior's Hatchet Wound will be named Jimmy Ed's Bloody Orifices or something and his sig won't be Hasselhoff naked with puppies. It will be Dusty Baker fucking Matt Murton in the ass or something.

At what point does this cease to become the single greatest thread ever? Probably when another thread beats it in post totals. I'm guessing that will happen about five days after the Cubs win the World Series.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Neifilicious on July 18, 2006, 03:52:31 PM
Quote from: JD on July 18, 2006, 03:40:01 PM
Dude, that's puppy-love sweat.  And when I said the thing about covering his junk, I was thinking more along the lined of a rubber or something.  I mean, I totally dont' think the Hoff's junk looks like a puppy.  I'm sure his junk looks like a baby panda bear or bald eagle or something else that's rare and exotic.  Ok...a bald eagle's not exotic, but you get the picture.  Of his junk. 

Que?

(http://i23.ebayimg.com/01/i/06/ac/e8/e8_1_b.JPG)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on July 18, 2006, 11:11:18 PM

Now you're talking. Nobody can dispute the Hoff has more dragging than anyone else has hanging.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BananaHands on July 25, 2006, 02:56:01 PM
I'm throwing all these turds on the list, even if we just got them.. call me a soothsayer, I say we'll never see them in the majors..

Fabian Jimenez Angulo
Joel Santo
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Dan on July 26, 2006, 05:10:16 PM
Quote from: BananaHands on July 25, 2006, 02:56:01 PM
I'm throwing all these turds on the list, even if we just got them.. call me a soothsayer, I say we'll never see them in the majors..

Fabian Jimenez Angulo
Joel Santo
judges?
what's the ruling on this?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on July 26, 2006, 05:16:38 PM
Quote from: Dan on July 26, 2006, 05:10:16 PM
Quote from: BananaHands on July 25, 2006, 02:56:01 PM
I'm throwing all these turds on the list, even if we just got them.. call me a soothsayer, I say we'll never see them in the majors..

Fabian Jimenez Angulo
Joel Santo
judges?
what's the ruling on this?


I will say that, if he's called up, Fabian Angulo will rival the afore-mentioned Fanzone and Blaise Ilsley as the Cubs with the gayest names.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bad Kermit on July 26, 2006, 05:29:56 PM
Quote from: berserker on July 26, 2006, 05:16:38 PM
Quote from: Dan on July 26, 2006, 05:10:16 PM
Quote from: BananaHands on July 25, 2006, 02:56:01 PM
I'm throwing all these turds on the list, even if we just got them.. call me a soothsayer, I say we'll never see them in the majors..

Fabian Jimenez Angulo
Joel Santo
judges?
what's the ruling on this?


I will say that, if he's called up, Fabian Angulo will rival the afore-mentioned Fanzone and Blaise Ilsley as the Cubs with the gayest names.

Intrepid Reader:  Tuffy Rhodes
Ahem.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on July 27, 2006, 10:29:11 AM
Man, Paul Reuschel really looked like a serial killer back in the day, didn't he?

(http://www.baseballcardproject.com/Topps/R/1978/663.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on July 27, 2006, 11:44:09 AM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on July 27, 2006, 10:29:11 AM
Man, Paul Reuschel really looked like a serial killer back in the day, didn't he?

(http://www.baseballcardproject.com/Topps/R/1978/663.jpg)

He serially killed the Cubs...his greatest moment was his first appearance of 1978...same in with the bases loaded against Pissburgh, Bill Robinson at the plate.

We all damn near needed neck braces the ball went over our heads so goddamn fast.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: The guy Chlamydia has penis envy for on July 27, 2006, 03:56:08 PM
Quote from: J Rod on June 16, 2006, 11:27:57 AM
QuoteEd Lynch.

Nominated in both the Player and GM categories.

Uh oh, I feel a coaches category starting...

You don't wanna do this.  I'll make a reply for each member of "the college" just to pad my way into Club de la Hank.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: The guy Chlamydia has penis envy for on July 27, 2006, 04:32:35 PM
Friends, romans, desipiots.......I give you this:

http://www.waderowdon.com/
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JS on July 27, 2006, 05:08:18 PM
It seems Wade knows more about fundamentals than our current coaching staff.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BananaHands on July 27, 2006, 05:16:03 PM
Quote from: Shizzlacher on July 27, 2006, 04:32:35 PM
Friends, romans, desipiots.......I give you this:

http://www.waderowdon.com/

Oh my. I do agree with Wade however, betting coke, does really keep your competitive spirit up.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Huey on July 27, 2006, 05:32:10 PM
Quote from: BananaHands on July 27, 2006, 05:16:03 PM
Quote from: Shizzlacher on July 27, 2006, 04:32:35 PM
Friends, romans, desipiots.......I give you this:

http://www.waderowdon.com/

Oh my. I do agree with Wade however, betting coke, does really keep your competitive spirit up.

Particularly when you wagering coke with Dave Parker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: berserker on July 28, 2006, 12:33:54 PM
Quote from: Huey on July 27, 2006, 05:32:10 PM
Quote from: BananaHands on July 27, 2006, 05:16:03 PM
Quote from: Shizzlacher on July 27, 2006, 04:32:35 PM
Friends, romans, desipiots.......I give you this:

http://www.waderowdon.com/

Oh my. I do agree with Wade however, betting coke, does really keep your competitive spirit up.

Particularly when you wagering coke with Dave Parker.

Or Keith Hernandez...who never had to be reminded to protect the line during the late innings.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Apexx on February 28, 2007, 02:56:25 PM
Bumped for Hassan Marqueeze. Opening Day Starter Cactus League 2007, female odges.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Apexx on February 28, 2007, 03:05:56 PM
Quote from: Paul Tanner on June 21, 2006, 06:55:03 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:48:30 PM
To retell the stories of Paul would be to diminish the legacy and mystery that is Paul...and it would be quite the waste of time.

Maybe this will change your mind:

(http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/6829/understandingjoshua053pu.jpg)

Yep.  I've got the good stuff.

Heh heh heh... I have no friggin' clue.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Apexx on June 14, 2007, 06:11:30 PM
Bump.

Koyie Hill.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: WTB...A RING FFS!! on June 20, 2007, 02:34:51 PM
I UNFORTUNATELY have been a Scrubbies fan since I was 4 back in '76 coming home from pre-school and watching with my dad when he wasn't on the road. I don't know whether to laugh hysterically at this post of absolute morans who played badly for our beloved or cry myself to sleep at the utter ineptitude displayed by so many for SO DAMN LONG!!! The worst part is that until the very later stages of this post when people started really digging for shitstains from way back, I remember watching about 70+% of these assholes play on a regular basis. What's worse is that in another 20 or so years we'll prob be able to redo this thread w/o even using any of these fucktards, but a whole new batch of useless idiots.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Fork_The_Third on June 20, 2007, 02:37:12 PM

Scott Eyre
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Apexx on June 20, 2007, 02:43:28 PM
Kyler Burke(r)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: WTB...A RING FFS!! on June 20, 2007, 02:50:30 PM
Thanks Apex for setting me up so easily on this one...Rob Bowen'd. We'll see at the end of the season if we truly got Bone'd on this trade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Apexx on June 20, 2007, 03:08:52 PM
Quote from: WTB...A RING FFS!! on June 20, 2007, 02:50:30 PM
Thanks Apex for setting me up so easily on this one...Rob Bowen'd. We'll see at the end of the season if we truly got Bone'd on this trade.

You're welcome. By the way, go to YouTube and punch up Reon Kadena. Don't do it at work, but thank me again later.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: WTB...A RING FFS!! on June 20, 2007, 03:15:24 PM
Thank you chief, I'm guessing it's prob more entertaining that watching the Flubs most days...well hard to beat watching when they regularly don't hit, field or run the bases any better than clueless 5-yr olds. I'm hoping it's good enough that I'll be required to pay homage to your greatness everyday.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Fork_The_Third on June 20, 2007, 03:16:50 PM
Quote from: WTB...A RING FFS!! on June 20, 2007, 03:15:24 PM
Thank you chief, I'm guessing it's prob more entertaining that watching the Flubs most days...well hard to beat watching when they regularly don't hit, field or run the bases any better than clueless 5-yr olds. I'm hoping it's good enough that I'll be required to pay homage to your greatness everyday.

MikeC's avatar already does that...

c'mon Apex, c'mon apex, c'mon Apex...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Apexx on June 20, 2007, 03:21:06 PM
Quote from: Fork_The_Third on June 20, 2007, 03:16:50 PM
Quote from: WTB...A RING FFS!! on June 20, 2007, 03:15:24 PM
Thank you chief, I'm guessing it's prob more entertaining that watching the Flubs most days...well hard to beat watching when they regularly don't hit, field or run the bases any better than clueless 5-yr olds. I'm hoping it's good enough that I'll be required to pay homage to your greatness everyday.

MikeC's avatar already does that...

c'mon Apex, c'mon apex, c'mon Apex...

MikeC does us the service of a constant reminder about Ms. Kadena's bourgeoning young upper torso career. And for that I'm eternally grateful.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Augie-O on June 29, 2007, 08:01:49 AM
Michael Barret
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Fork_The_Third on July 18, 2007, 03:20:41 PM
Rob Bowen
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 18, 2007, 03:31:44 PM
Quote from: Fourk on July 18, 2007, 03:20:41 PM
Rob Bowen

I thought you were going to say:

Taint

I think you should amend that post and I'll delete mine. Cuz that would be good times.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Three times a JD on July 18, 2007, 05:09:42 PM
Quote from: ~Apex on July 18, 2007, 03:31:44 PM
Quote from: Fourk on July 18, 2007, 03:20:41 PM
Rob Bowen

I thought you were going to say:

Taint

I think you should amend that post and I'll delete mine. Cuz that would be good times.



You guys should delete them both and just go with

Taint
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Augie-O on July 18, 2007, 09:48:36 PM
Quote from: Three times a JD on July 18, 2007, 05:09:42 PM
Quote from: ~Apex on July 18, 2007, 03:31:44 PM
Quote from: Fourk on July 18, 2007, 03:20:41 PM
Rob Bowen

I thought you were going to say:

Taint

I think you should amend that post and I'll delete mine. Cuz that would be good times.



You guys should delete them both and just go with

Taint

Too late...I'll never delete mine.  MWAHAHAHA
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 18, 2007, 11:09:24 PM
Taint
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Fork_The_Third on July 19, 2007, 05:32:16 AM

Tiant.

(http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y78/ChadFinn/1f3f311f.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on August 02, 2007, 10:08:51 PM
William McDaniel "F---face" Ohman
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Augie-O on August 02, 2007, 11:20:30 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on August 02, 2007, 10:08:51 PM
William McDaniel "F---face" Ohman

Only ex-Cubs count.  MODS!!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JS on August 03, 2007, 07:09:38 AM
Quote from: Augie-O on August 02, 2007, 11:20:30 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on August 02, 2007, 10:08:51 PM
William McDaniel "F---face" Ohman

Only ex-Cubs count.  MODS!!!

Jock.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Corn-fed on August 03, 2007, 10:52:06 AM
Quote from: JS on August 03, 2007, 07:09:38 AM
Quote from: Augie-O on August 02, 2007, 11:20:30 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on August 02, 2007, 10:08:51 PM
William McDaniel "F---face" Ohman

Only ex-Cubs count.  MODS!!!

Jock.

You've been warned.

Keeping this up will only result in the locking of this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Fork_The_Third on August 06, 2007, 06:22:47 AM
Quote from: Corn-fed on August 03, 2007, 10:52:06 AM
Quote from: JS on August 03, 2007, 07:09:38 AM
Quote from: Augie-O on August 02, 2007, 11:20:30 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on August 02, 2007, 10:08:51 PM
William McDaniel "F---face" Ohman

Only ex-Cubs count.  MODS!!!

Jock.

You've been warned.

Keeping this up will only result in the locking of this thread.

Jock is an ex-Cub - ask Huey.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kwyjibo on August 30, 2007, 12:56:15 PM

Carmen Pignatiello
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Corn-fed on August 30, 2007, 01:00:12 PM
Quote from: Kwyjibo on August 30, 2007, 12:56:15 PM

Carmen Pignatiello

If Will Ohman doesn't count (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg103842#msg103842)...

You're just asking for trouble, old man.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kwyjibo on August 30, 2007, 01:26:31 PM
Quote from: Corn-fed on August 30, 2007, 01:00:12 PM
Quote from: Kwyjibo on August 30, 2007, 12:56:15 PM

Carmen Pignatiello

If Will Ohman doesn't count (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg103842#msg103842)...

You're just asking for trouble, old man.

There's other current Cubs on here. In fact, I think Glen-Done was put on here as he was pitching.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 30, 2007, 01:35:26 PM
The only rule was no repeats. Or if you had a funny picture of a guy already named, that was cool too. That was about 6 hours of non-stop good times that day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Simmer on August 31, 2007, 03:02:30 PM
Did we get a spot up in here for the also-rans who just got shipped out? 

Clay Rapada  (Thanks for the 0.1 IP, Clay!  Makes his inclusion on the list so appropriate)
Rocky Cherry  (Still like the name, still think he'll be at least half-assed decent)
Scott Moore  (Never saw what other people saw in him, get lost, ya bum!)

If one of these 39 pages covered one of these mopes already, strike me down where I stand.  And strike those names off, too.

I'm pretty sure we had to have already gotten to Steve Fuckin' Trachsel.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Al Yellon on September 01, 2007, 06:39:58 PM
Apex's sig line reminded me.

Don Wengert
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kerm on March 25, 2008, 04:59:12 PM
Reed Johnson.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 26, 2008, 09:10:31 AM
Tim Hosely?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PTanner on March 26, 2008, 10:30:20 AM
Quote from: The Uncouth Sloth on March 26, 2008, 09:10:31 AM
Tim Hosely?

He never showed up? I thought I ran the table on 70s catchers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Al Yellon on March 26, 2008, 04:06:06 PM
Is Dusty Baker in this thread yet?

Dusty Motherfuckin' Baker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 26, 2008, 04:13:54 PM
Quote from: ChuckDickens on March 26, 2008, 04:06:06 PM
Is Dusty Baker in this thread yet?

Dusty Motherfuckin' Baker.

Danny Fuckin' Jackson.

also - Bobby Bonds!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on March 26, 2008, 07:50:32 PM
Tim Lahey.
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 28, 2008, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: Apex on June 16, 2006, 04:06:54 PM
Jon Lieber (was the balls)

Is the balls again, IMHO
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 28, 2008, 09:54:00 AM
Quote from: LoneStarCubFan on June 19, 2006, 02:18:48 PM
Tim Hosley

Shit.  Shit.  Shit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 28, 2008, 09:58:32 AM
Quote from: Apex on July 18, 2006, 03:49:31 PM
Quote from: Bad Kermit on July 18, 2006, 03:42:04 PM
Remember when this thread was about the Cubs being 1 game out of last place?

Yes, I do. And sadly, a few months years from now someone will get really bored at work and decide to read the entire thing. That person will stumble across this portion of it confused becasuse Mary Prior's Hatchet Wound will be named Jimmy Ed's Bloody Orifices or something and his sig won't be Hasselhoff naked with puppies. It will be Dusty Baker fucking Matt Murton in the ass or something.


It ended up being me, as part of my re-Desipification therapy.

No, actually, it ended up being Lou Pinella Jim Hendry fucking Matt Murton in the ass.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 28, 2008, 10:05:32 AM
Quote from: PTanner on March 26, 2008, 10:30:20 AM
Quote from: The Uncouth Sloth on March 26, 2008, 09:10:31 AM
Tim Hosely?

He never showed up? I thought I ran the table on 70s catchers.

Self reporting myself.  See above.  Shit Shit Shit Don Qualls Roger Metzger (who got 2ABs in 1970 and couldn't hit but always killed us especially in that duckin fome.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: RedBeard on March 28, 2008, 12:41:03 PM
Quad posting douche?

Is that a record?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gil Gunderson on March 28, 2008, 12:42:26 PM
Quote from: RedBeard on March 28, 2008, 12:41:03 PM
Quad posting douche?

Is that a record?

It doesn't matter; it just means four times the fun of looking at that avatar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky+ on March 28, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Quote from: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.

Are we talking position players only?

Shingo Takatsu.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PTanner on March 28, 2008, 12:49:39 PM
Quote from: Slaky+ on March 28, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Quote from: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.

Are we talking position players only?

Shingo Takatsu.

Hideo Nomo
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Al Yellon on March 28, 2008, 01:01:40 PM
Quote from: PTanner on March 28, 2008, 12:49:39 PM
Quote from: Slaky+ on March 28, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Quote from: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.

Are we talking position players only?

Shingo Takatsu.

Hideo Nomo

Wow. I totally forgot we ever had that guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gil Gunderson on March 28, 2008, 01:13:36 PM
Quote from: ChuckDickens on March 28, 2008, 01:01:40 PM
Quote from: PTanner on March 28, 2008, 12:49:39 PM
Quote from: Slaky+ on March 28, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Quote from: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.

Are we talking position players only?

Shingo Takatsu.

Hideo Nomo

Wow. I totally forgot we ever had that guy.

It's probably for the best.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: RedBeard on March 28, 2008, 01:17:28 PM
Quote from: Gil Gunderson on March 28, 2008, 01:13:36 PM
Quote from: ChuckDickens on March 28, 2008, 01:01:40 PM
Quote from: PTanner on March 28, 2008, 12:49:39 PM
Quote from: Slaky+ on March 28, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Quote from: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.

Are we talking position players only?

Shingo Takatsu.

Hideo Nomo

Wow. I totally forgot we ever had that guy.

It's probably for the best.

I had tickets to watch him pitch in Iowa against Garth Brooks in 1998 on Iowa's opening day. It got snowed out. Fuckers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kerm on March 28, 2008, 01:21:41 PM
Quote from: PTanner on March 28, 2008, 12:49:39 PM
Quote from: Slaky+ on March 28, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Quote from: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.

Are we talking position players only?

Shingo Takatsu.

Hideo Nomo

Doug Mienkiewitcz.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 28, 2008, 01:32:21 PM
Quote from: PTanner on March 28, 2008, 12:49:39 PM
Quote from: Slaky+ on March 28, 2008, 12:42:52 PM
Quote from: The Ghost of Desipio Past on March 28, 2008, 11:53:37 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 28, 2008, 11:18:36 AM
Alex Cintron

Is he the worst Cub to never play a game for the Cubs?  I think if I had to choose between Cintron and Ty Griffin....I'd take Ty.

Are we talking position players only?

Shingo Takatsu.

Hideo Nomo

I did see Hideo NoMas up there before.  That was my ace in the hole for awhile.

Don't recall Adolfo Phillips. 

Much love for Rich Bordi
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on March 28, 2008, 01:42:04 PM
Quote from: Apexx on February 28, 2007, 03:05:56 PM
Quote from: Paul Tanner on June 21, 2006, 06:55:03 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:48:30 PM
To retell the stories of Paul would be to diminish the legacy and mystery that is Paul...and it would be quite the waste of time.

Maybe this will change your mind:

(http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/6829/understandingjoshua053pu.jpg)

Yep.  I've got the good stuff.

Heh heh heh... I have no friggin' clue.

I meant to ask...the fuck???

Splain this to me, and I think I will have been re-Desipified enough for now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: EG on March 28, 2008, 01:49:09 PM
Quote from: RedBeard on March 28, 2008, 01:17:28 PM
I had tickets to watch him pitch in Iowa against Garth Brooks in 1998 on Iowa's opening day. It got snowed out. Fuckers.

You should probably do something about that avatar and tagline, considering the fate of your fifth-seeded "Cinderella."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Thrillho on July 10, 2008, 04:49:23 PM
Matt "Roping Singles in AAA and Loving It" Murton

Eric "Hitting Machine" Patterson

(Did I do that right?)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kerm on July 10, 2008, 05:11:13 PM
I was just about to bump this for Neal Cotts.

He's the white Felix Heredia.  He's a goddamn Run Fairy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on July 11, 2008, 08:11:56 AM
Quote from: Kerm on July 10, 2008, 05:11:13 PM
I was just about to bump this for Neal Cotts.

He's the white Felix Heredia.  He's a goddamn Run Fairy.

He's a total QT though.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Thrillho on August 05, 2008, 12:52:40 PM
Stevie Ire.

(http://i18.tinypic.com/642jrqb.jpg)

So long, Fourfmeal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on August 07, 2008, 04:04:52 AM
Quote from: Thrillho on August 05, 2008, 12:52:40 PM
Stevie Ire.

(http://i18.tinypic.com/642jrqb.jpg)

So long, Fourfmeal.

Somewhere in Chicago, a greenie dealer weeps tonight.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PTanner on August 07, 2008, 09:31:54 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 07, 2008, 04:04:52 AM
Quote from: Thrillho on August 05, 2008, 12:52:40 PM
Stevie Ire.

(http://i18.tinypic.com/642jrqb.jpg)

So long, Fourfmeal.

Somewhere in Chicago, a greenie dealer weeps tonight Taco Bell is laying off staff.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Felix Heredia on August 07, 2008, 11:02:49 AM
Quote from: Kerm on July 10, 2008, 05:11:13 PM
I was just about to bump this for Neal Cotts.

He's the white Felix Heredia.  He's a goddamn Run Fairy.

I am white.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on August 07, 2008, 11:04:59 AM
Quote from: The Uncouth Sloth on March 28, 2008, 01:42:04 PM
Quote from: Apexx on February 28, 2007, 03:05:56 PM
Quote from: Paul Tanner on June 21, 2006, 06:55:03 PM
Quote from: bozos72 on June 21, 2006, 06:48:30 PM
To retell the stories of Paul would be to diminish the legacy and mystery that is Paul...and it would be quite the waste of time.

Maybe this will change your mind:

(http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/6829/understandingjoshua053pu.jpg)

Yep.  I've got the good stuff.

Heh heh heh... I have no friggin' clue.

I meant to ask...the fuck???

Splain this to me, and I think I will have been re-Desipified enough for now.

EXPLANATION: FOUND

http://www.trinity.edu/jdunn/joshua.htm
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Uncouth Sloth on August 07, 2008, 02:29:39 PM
Great Jumpin' Jeezus, I was hoping it was just real bad porn.  It's some kind of statement.  I would feel better, for her, if it actually was porn.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Thrillho on August 07, 2008, 02:47:41 PM
Quote from: The Uncouth Sloth on August 07, 2008, 02:29:39 PM
Great Jumpin' Jeezus, I was hoping it was just real bad porn.  It's some kind of statement.  I would feel better, for her, if it actually was porn.

"Statement," bah!

It's art.

And get this... The reaction the artist was going for? Probably the reaction we all had when seeing these things. Funny how that works.

http://www.charliewhite.info/sub/work/2001.html

Hilarious and sexy:

(http://i36.tinypic.com/f9mrep.jpg)

(http://i37.tinypic.com/28lt5ir.jpg)

(http://i36.tinypic.com/vx2ec2.jpg)

That's win-win.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: KD on August 07, 2008, 05:17:02 PM
I love Joshua.

It's been everyone's go-to visual non sequitur for years, but I didn't know it made its way to Desipio.

Eventually, everything does.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on August 08, 2008, 09:01:47 AM
Quote from: KD on August 07, 2008, 05:17:02 PM
I love Joshua.

It's been everyone's go-to visual non sequitur for years, but I didn't know it made its way to Desipio.

Eventually, everything does from Desipio makes its way everywhere else.

Fringe'd
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Thrillho on August 08, 2008, 12:09:13 PM
Quote from: KD on August 07, 2008, 05:17:02 PM
I love Joshua.

It's been everyone's go-to visual non sequitur for years, but I didn't know it made its way to Desipio.

Eventually, everything does.

We are aware of all internet traditions.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on December 31, 2008, 01:04:30 PM
Mark DeRosa
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit, B. on January 06, 2009, 10:53:29 AM
Sergio Mitre (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090106&content_id=3733900&vkey=news_mlb&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb&partnerId=rss_mlb) couldn't have done drugs when he was a Cub?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 06, 2009, 10:54:57 AM
Jason Marquis.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tank on January 06, 2009, 11:07:44 AM
Quote from: Fork on January 06, 2009, 10:54:57 AM
Jason Marquis.

Don't jinx it!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on January 18, 2009, 09:39:50 PM
Felix Pee-yay.   We'll miss that awesome bat of yours.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 19, 2009, 05:49:02 AM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on January 18, 2009, 09:39:50 PM
Felix Pee-yay.   We'll miss that awesome bat of yours.

I'll miss his nut-clutch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 20, 2009, 07:29:07 AM
We'll always have the game-winning homer against St. Louis the night before Josh Hancock took his fateful joyride.

http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/SLN/SLN200704270.shtml

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Philberto on January 20, 2009, 10:08:31 AM
Quote from: ~Apex on January 20, 2009, 07:29:07 AM
We'll always have the game-winning homer against St. Louis the night before Josh Hancock took his fateful joyride.

http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/SLN/SLN200704270.shtml



A friend of mine was going to go to the game the next day, which of course, was rescheduled. He still gets a little offended when I talk poorly of Hancock.. More often than not, I usually rip his dumbass father for wanting to sue everyone in St. Louis that evening, as opposed to blame *gasp* his pot-smoking(not that there's anything wrong with it), drunk, texting, deutschbag of a son
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 22, 2009, 10:29:52 PM
Quote from: IrishYeti on January 20, 2009, 10:08:31 AM
Quote from: ~Apex on January 20, 2009, 07:29:07 AM
We'll always have the game-winning homer against St. Louis the night before Josh Hancock took his fateful joyride.

http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/SLN/SLN200704270.shtml



A friend of mine was going to go to the game the next day, which of course, was rescheduled. He still gets a little offended when I talk poorly of Hancock.. More often than not, I usually rip his dumbass father for wanting to sue everyone in St. Louis that evening, as opposed to blame *gasp* his pot-smoking(not that there's anything wrong with it), drunk, texting, deutschbag of a son

I think some people learned a valuable lesson that weekend. I personally learned that it's not wise to have too many Cubs on your head-to-head fantasy roster. No matter how much you has to have Z and Rami and DLee and Fonzy and Soto et al... You can really fuck your season up if it rains on a Sunday or one of the Cardinals decides to die again.

You live and you learn, I guess.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on January 23, 2009, 07:22:48 AM
Quote from: ~Apex on January 22, 2009, 10:29:52 PM

You live and you learn, I guess.

Unless you're Josh Hancock.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on January 28, 2009, 12:29:39 PM
Ronny Cedeno.  Good luck in Seattke.  I hope you don't get caught stealing on a walk ever again.

Garrett Olson, too.

http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3866647 (http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=3866647)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Philberto on January 29, 2009, 05:12:01 PM
Rod Blagojevich
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: 5laky on January 29, 2009, 05:36:05 PM
Quote from: IrishYeti on January 29, 2009, 05:12:01 PM
Rod Blagojevich

You're doing it wrong.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Philberto on January 29, 2009, 08:51:27 PM
Quote from: 5laky on January 29, 2009, 05:36:05 PM
Quote from: IrishYeti on January 29, 2009, 05:12:01 PM
Rod Blagojevich

You're doing it wrong.

I probably am. I didn't even know about this thread until about a month ago.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on February 02, 2009, 11:06:46 AM
Rich Hill
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tank on February 02, 2009, 01:03:25 PM
Michael Wuertz
Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: LoneStarCubFan on February 02, 2009, 04:03:15 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on June 16, 2006, 11:52:47 AM
Zza Zza Gabor F. Bako

I'm leaving work in 8 minutes.  I wish there'd be a Gamecast to continue this - all posts allowed again, but easy scroll options to see if you're repeating.  Chances are if you're going back through, and your idea isn't taken, it will be.

Not anymore.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit, B. on April 06, 2009, 12:11:50 PM
Matt Clement (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090405&content_id=4132810&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on April 06, 2009, 12:23:41 PM

Chad Gaudin.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tank on April 06, 2009, 01:03:44 PM
Quote from: Kermit, B. on April 06, 2009, 12:11:50 PM
Matt Clement (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20090405&content_id=4132810&vkey=news_tor&fext=.jsp&c_id=tor&partnerId=rss_tor).

Looks like the bottom just dropped out for the Jays.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on April 06, 2009, 03:02:30 PM
Paul Bako.

Again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 06, 2009, 03:09:32 PM
So Taguchi?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: *In a Nutsack on April 06, 2009, 03:11:20 PM
Mike Stanton?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 18, 2009, 01:46:06 AM
http://www.atlanticleague.com/cgi-bin/dist/news.cgi?id=1239729991 in case anyone was wondering what Moonlight Greenberg is up to these days. I'm sure there'll be some great games between Greenberg's Bridgeport Club and Bobby Hill's Newark Bears
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 08, 2009, 05:58:21 PM
Joey Gathright
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on July 07, 2009, 07:45:19 AM
Farney.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 07, 2009, 07:46:43 AM

Ryan Freel.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 07, 2009, 08:51:54 AM
Freel, Ryan.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 07, 2009, 09:03:20 AM
Dr. Freelgood.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on July 07, 2009, 09:12:35 AM
Ryan Paul Freel.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: RV on July 07, 2009, 09:20:07 AM
The Next Charlie Hustle. (http://www.fftodayforums.com/forum/lofiversion/index.php/t219819.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 07, 2009, 09:25:54 AM
Ballplayer (http://badnewscubs.wordpress.com/2009/05/08/welcome-to-the-chi-ryan-freel/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 30, 2009, 05:06:56 PM
Kevin Hart.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 30, 2009, 05:09:45 PM
Quote from: PiniellaTailOnTheDonkey on July 30, 2009, 05:06:56 PM
Kevin Hart.

Damn.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tank on July 30, 2009, 05:14:09 PM
José Ascanio
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 30, 2009, 05:23:13 PM
Josh Harrison? (http://www.daytonacubs.com/cgi-bin/dist/news.cgi?id=1)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit, B. on July 30, 2009, 05:24:37 PM
Quote from: PiniellaTailOnTheDonkey on July 30, 2009, 05:23:13 PM
Josh Harrison? (http://www.daytonacubs.com/cgi-bin/dist/news.cgi?id=1)

He's black, eh?  Well, that will lessen the blow for most Cubs fans.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Philberto on July 30, 2009, 05:33:18 PM
Quote from: Kermit, B. on July 30, 2009, 05:24:37 PM
Quote from: PiniellaTailOnTheDonkey on July 30, 2009, 05:23:13 PM
Josh Harrison? (http://www.daytonacubs.com/cgi-bin/dist/news.cgi?id=1)

He's black, eh?  Well, that will lessen the blow for most Cubs fans.

Did for me
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 03, 2009, 05:35:31 PM
Aaron. Fucking. Miles. Thank you Jebus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2009, 05:43:06 PM
JAY KVOX
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gil Gunderson on December 18, 2009, 12:02:26 PM
Milton Bradley.

Please don't hurt me, Yeti.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on December 18, 2009, 12:05:09 PM
Quote from: Gil Gunderson on December 18, 2009, 12:02:26 PM
Milton Bradley.

Please don't hurt me, Yeti.

Go fuck yourself.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gil Gunderson on December 18, 2009, 12:05:53 PM
Quote from: Yeti on December 18, 2009, 12:05:09 PM
Quote from: Gil Gunderson on December 18, 2009, 12:02:26 PM
Milton Bradley.

Please don't hurt me, Yeti.

Go fuck yourself.

Already did this morning.  Thank you, showers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 18, 2009, 12:13:57 PM
Quote from: Gil Gunderson on December 18, 2009, 12:05:53 PM
Quote from: Yeti on December 18, 2009, 12:05:09 PM
Quote from: Gil Gunderson on December 18, 2009, 12:02:26 PM
Milton Bradley.

Please don't hurt me, Yeti.

Go fuck yourself.

Already did this morning.  Thank you, showers.

Why do you take more than one shower in the... oh. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on February 01, 2010, 03:46:56 PM
Kevin Millar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: MAD on February 01, 2010, 03:53:09 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on February 01, 2010, 03:46:56 PM
Kevin Millar.

I'm confused.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Pre on February 01, 2010, 04:01:01 PM
Quote from: MAD on February 01, 2010, 03:53:09 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on February 01, 2010, 03:46:56 PM
Kevin Millar.

I'm confused.

This isn't a prediction thread.  I don't know what it is, but it's not that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on February 01, 2010, 05:51:07 PM
Mike Martz
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway in LA.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on February 05, 2010, 08:51:00 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway in LA.

Which would make it a seemingly perfect place to get juiced. Not so much?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on February 05, 2010, 10:07:07 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 05, 2010, 08:51:00 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway in LA.

Which would make it a seemingly perfect place to get juiced. Not so much?

Good point. I'd make a terrible drug addict.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:28:30 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway commuter bus in LA.

I do'd.  Sadface.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on February 05, 2010, 11:31:40 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:28:30 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway commuter bus in LA.

I do'd.  Sadface.

Why the sad face? The bus sounds nice. I'd be sad if I had to drive in LA.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:33:29 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 05, 2010, 11:31:40 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:28:30 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway commuter bus in LA.

I do'd.  Sadface.

Why the sad face? The bus sounds nice. I'd be sad if I had to drive in LA.

But then you have to deal with the cretins.  And trust me, these aren't nice cretins.

But yeah, I mostly sleep on the bus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on February 05, 2010, 11:34:31 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:33:29 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 05, 2010, 11:31:40 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:28:30 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway commuter bus in LA.

I do'd.  Sadface.

Why the sad face? The bus sounds nice. I'd be sad if I had to drive in LA.

But then you have to deal with the cretins.  And trust me, these aren't nice cretins.

But yeah, I mostly sleep on the bus.

You could sleep in a bed and drive a Porshe to work if you'd only gone to trade school.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 05, 2010, 11:36:25 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 05, 2010, 11:34:31 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:33:29 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 05, 2010, 11:31:40 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 05, 2010, 11:28:30 AM
Quote from: Tony on February 04, 2010, 08:30:13 PM
Quote from: Wheezer on February 04, 2010, 05:52:09 PM
Leif Garrett (http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/02/03/AR2010020303152.html).

Bullshit. Nobody takes the subway commuter bus in LA.

I do'd.  Sadface.

Why the sad face? The bus sounds nice. I'd be sad if I had to drive in LA.

But then you have to deal with the cretins.  And trust me, these aren't nice cretins.

But yeah, I mostly sleep on the bus.

You could sleep in a bed and drive a Porshe to work if you'd only gone to trade school.

Nah, all that dough would just wind up in a g-string come lunch time.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Pre on March 01, 2010, 07:37:27 PM
Orlando Pace
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: MAD on March 01, 2010, 07:42:26 PM
Quote from: Pre on March 01, 2010, 07:37:27 PM
Orlando Pace

Wait--

Ooh.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on March 27, 2010, 03:52:27 PM
Andy White (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/03/cubs-trade-andres-blanco-to-rangers.html).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on March 27, 2010, 04:57:06 PM
Kevin Cash considerations.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on April 01, 2010, 04:52:15 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on February 01, 2010, 03:46:56 PM
Kevin Millar.

Bump.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: MAD on April 01, 2010, 05:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on April 01, 2010, 04:52:15 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on February 01, 2010, 03:46:56 PM
Kevin Millar.

Bump.

THI
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on April 20, 2010, 06:47:11 PM
#42.

And thank god, because that guy seriously sucked.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on July 09, 2010, 05:37:05 PM
Chad Tracy
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 30, 2010, 04:39:29 PM
Bob Howry (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/press_releases/press_release.jsp?ymd=20100730&content_id=12811972&vkey=pr_chc&fext=.jsp&c_id=chc) (again)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 30, 2010, 06:28:44 PM
Quote from: Night Man on July 30, 2010, 04:39:29 PM
Bob Howry (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/press_releases/press_release.jsp?ymd=20100730&content_id=12811972&vkey=pr_chc&fext=.jsp&c_id=chc) (again)

At least there is an upside to bringing back Zambrano
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on July 31, 2010, 03:08:49 PM
Ryan theRiot
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2010, 03:26:32 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 31, 2010, 03:08:49 PM
Ryan theRiot
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 31, 2010, 03:27:18 PM
Intrepid Reader: Ted Lilly

Go ahead. I dare ya.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 31, 2010, 03:36:32 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 31, 2010, 03:08:49 PM
RYAN THERIOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(http://www.sevenoaksart.co.uk/images/partytime.gif)
(http://www.animationplayhouse.com/17.gif)

Fixed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 31, 2010, 04:00:41 PM
Finally this season's redeeming value shows up.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on July 31, 2010, 04:52:13 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 31, 2010, 03:36:32 PM
Quote from: thehawk on July 31, 2010, 03:08:49 PM
RYAN THERIOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
(http://www.sevenoaksart.co.uk/images/partytime.gif)
(http://www.animationplayhouse.com/17.gif)

Fixed.

Thanks Eli.  I generally prefer restrained understatement, but you do what ya gotta do.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 31, 2010, 05:29:52 PM
Kerry Wood: A Yankee.

http://sports.yahoo.com/mlb/news;_ylt=AvKla4dGd7lxbx5FSBuWzo4HU84F?slug=ti-woodyankees073110

I guess I have a new favorite team this year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 31, 2010, 05:34:10 PM
Kyle Farnsworth: A Brave

Again.

http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20100731&content_id=12853378&vkey=tradedeadline2010&fext=.jsp&c_id=mlb

Title: Re: 1 Game Out
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on August 01, 2010, 12:44:26 PM
Quote from: Huey on June 16, 2006, 09:27:19 AM
I've never felt like this before.  Even in a season like, say, '99, when we watched a team 25 games under .500 in August roll out Cole Liniak to play third base, I was dissapointed, but that was it.  Now, I want to see this thing crash and burn so badly, so any realistic chance of these mopes keeping their ill-deserved jobs are shot.

It may be a pipe dream, but if they finish in the bottom 3 of the entire MLB, and suffer a 100-loss season for the first time in over 40 years, with a $94 million payroll, then you got to think that wholesale changes are on the way.

12 years of this f@#$stic MacFail living off his two cheap WS titles in Minnesota is enough.  The guy is a fraud and needs to leave in the worst possible way.  Go Tigers.

Well, it worked in 2006.  Can it work for Hendry and Kenney?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on August 11, 2010, 06:54:47 PM
Mike Fontenot. (http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=433)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 11, 2010, 10:07:34 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 11, 2010, 06:54:47 PM
Mike Fontenot. (http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=433)

Finally, the Cajun Gnome Era comes to an end.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 11, 2010, 10:44:15 PM
Has anybody anywhere been interested enough in this shitstorm of a season to note the qualified oxymoron of Mike Fontenot being a Giant?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 07:14:14 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 11, 2010, 10:44:15 PM
Has anybody anywhere been interested enough in this shitstorm of a season to note the qualified oxymoron of Mike Fontenot being a Giant?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cv5Qw_ldK3s
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 07:40:29 AM
Quote from: Night Man on August 11, 2010, 10:07:34 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 11, 2010, 06:54:47 PM
Mike Fontenot. (http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=433)

Finally, the Cajun Gnome Era comes to an end.

Hey, we also got an outfielder named Crawford in return!  CHAMMENSHIP!

I wish it I could say I enjoyed those two LSU guys on the Cubs, but I just can't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 12, 2010, 08:39:04 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 07:40:29 AM
I wish it I could say I enjoyed those two LSU guys on the Cubs, but I just can't.

You enjoyed them until you didn't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on August 12, 2010, 08:48:16 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 07:40:29 AM
CHAMMENSHIP!

You misspelled "championship." Also, it appears that you accidentally hit your caps-lock key before posting.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on August 12, 2010, 08:54:39 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 12, 2010, 08:48:16 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 07:40:29 AM
CHAMMENSHIP!

You misspelled "championship." Also, it appears that you accidentally hit your caps-lock key before posting.

I think he spelt it jus fine. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txUcXbnwNts)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 09:03:22 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I'll try it when I get home.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:20:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.

Grand Marshalled by Dermot Mulrony and Dylan McDermott.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 11:55:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:20:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.

Grand Marshalled by Dermot Mulrony and Dylan McDermott.

THIS IS NOT WHAT THIS THREAD IS FOR.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 11:58:29 AM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 11:55:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:20:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.

Grand Marshalled by Dermot Mulrony and Dylan McDermott.

THIS IS NOT WHAT THIS THREAD IS FOR.

Don't you have fruity beers to drink and then decry for not being fruity enough?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 12:03:55 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 11:58:29 AM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 11:55:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:20:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.

Grand Marshalled by Dermot Mulrony and Dylan McDermott.

THIS IS NOT WHAT THIS THREAD IS FOR.

Don't you have fruity beers to drink and then decry for not being fruity enough?

There's a thread for that too, and it's not this one.

MODS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:13:51 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 12:03:55 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 11:58:29 AM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 11:55:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:20:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.

Grand Marshalled by Dermot Mulrony and Dylan McDermott.

THIS IS NOT WHAT THIS THREAD IS FOR.

Don't you have fruity beers to drink and then decry for not being fruity enough?

There's a thread for that too, and it's not this one.

MODS!

You can't moderate threads, man.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 12:25:04 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:13:51 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 12:03:55 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 11:58:29 AM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 11:55:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:20:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.

Grand Marshalled by Dermot Mulrony and Dylan McDermott.

THIS IS NOT WHAT THIS THREAD IS FOR.

Don't you have fruity beers to drink and then decry for not being fruity enough?

There's a thread for that too, and it's not this one.

MODS!

You can't moderate threads, man.

I can, because I'm not a penniless Karry Ling.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:27:06 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 12:25:04 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 12:13:51 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 12:03:55 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 11:58:29 AM
Quote from: PenPho on August 12, 2010, 11:55:15 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 12, 2010, 09:20:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 12, 2010, 09:18:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:59:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 12, 2010, 08:58:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 12, 2010, 08:57:00 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 12, 2010, 08:48:34 AM
So, who's ready for some Darwin Barney (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/08/cubs-trade-fontenot-to-giants.html)?

"The trade of Fontenot opens up a spot for Triple-A Iowa shortstop Darwin Barney, who will join the club on Thursday."

CHAMMENSHIP!

I'm confident in the knowledge that I'm the only one who saw "Darwin Barney" and somehow had it register in his brain as "Derwood Kirby".

I'm confident that you're right and unsure why that would give you confidence.

Saying Derwood Kirby's name gets chicks wet. It's science.

I once won the Kirkwood Derby.

Grand Marshalled by Dermot Mulrony and Dylan McDermott.

THIS IS NOT WHAT THIS THREAD IS FOR.

Don't you have fruity beers to drink and then decry for not being fruity enough?

There's a thread for that too, and it's not this one.

MODS!

You can't moderate threads, man.

I can, because I'm not a penniless Karry Ling.

Intrepid Reader CT: [Snorts and pounds table]
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:06:35 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

::snorts; adjusts glasses::
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on August 19, 2010, 08:18:35 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

Derrek Lee is Jayson Heyward in 13 years.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 19, 2010, 09:12:33 AM

fuck the standing O, he beat us in 2003.

In fact, fuck standing Os in general.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 09:13:47 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

This is inspired work.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on August 19, 2010, 09:31:41 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on August 19, 2010, 08:18:35 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

Derrek Lee is Jayson Heyward in 13 years.

How will that happen?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 09:40:32 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

I slow danced with him at Stanley's once to Patsy Cline's "Crazy." Never. Again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:48:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.

It's true. The little guy who used to love the Cubs is all but dead. It's torture.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 19, 2010, 09:52:23 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:48:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.

It's true. The little guy who used to love the Cubs is all but dead. It's torture.

Fuck everything about the Cubs except Eli's fecal league updates and Starlin.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:04:52 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 19, 2010, 09:52:23 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:48:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.

It's true. The little guy who used to love the Cubs is all but dead. It's torture.

Fuck everything about the Cubs except Eli's fecal league updates and Starlin.

And boobs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 19, 2010, 10:07:26 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:04:52 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 19, 2010, 09:52:23 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:48:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.

It's true. The little guy who used to love the Cubs is all but dead. It's torture.

Fuck everything about the Cubs except Eli's fecal league updates and Starlin.

And boobs.

The Cubs have boobs? Did they reacquire Scott Eyre?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:08:58 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 10:07:26 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:04:52 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 19, 2010, 09:52:23 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:48:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.

It's true. The little guy who used to love the Cubs is all but dead. It's torture.

Fuck everything about the Cubs except Eli's fecal league updates and Starlin.

And boobs.

The Cubs have boobs? Did they reacquire Scott Eyre?

I'm talking about Trixies in the stands, smart guy. You should get on the bus more often.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 19, 2010, 10:17:49 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:08:58 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 10:07:26 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:04:52 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 19, 2010, 09:52:23 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:48:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.

It's true. The little guy who used to love the Cubs is all but dead. It's torture.

Fuck everything about the Cubs except Eli's fecal league updates and Starlin.

And boobs.

The Cubs have boobs? Did they reacquire Scott Eyre?

I'm talking about Trixies in the stands, smart guy. You should get on the bus more often.

bullshit, you're talking about the guys with Nacho Helmets.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 19, 2010, 10:19:56 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:08:58 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 10:07:26 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:04:52 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 19, 2010, 09:52:23 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:48:55 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:45:26 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 19, 2010, 09:43:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:36:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 09:34:32 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 19, 2010, 09:28:59 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 19, 2010, 09:08:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 09:43:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:51:37 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:44:02 PM
Quote from: PenPho on August 18, 2010, 05:34:43 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 05:19:15 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 05:05:50 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 18, 2010, 04:57:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 18, 2010, 04:51:12 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 18, 2010, 04:33:18 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on August 18, 2010, 04:30:23 PM
Derrek Lee.

Career OPS as a Cub:  .904

FYC

Proving Lee doesn't belong on this list.

Nice choice, Gil.

I can't wait to give him a standing ovation when he returns to Wrigley Saturday. Nevermind that the Braves series starts Friday. I am going to STAND AND CLAP

He, above anyone else, is deserving of it.  Cheer on.

I was joking. If he gets in the game and gets his standing O on Friday, then that's that in my book.

You'll stop rooting for the Cubs?

I'll not start rooting for the Braves.

Don't root for the Braves, but at least give Lee a bit of a cheer.  He's more than deserving of it.  Moreso than DeRosa.

Will a golf clap suffice? I like the guy but I'd feel really retarded standing up cheering for a dude who plays for the Braves. I'd cheer Kerry Wood if he were on the Cardinals but I just feel better about him because he came up through the Cubs' system, was a Cub during their finest hours, such as they were and we just went through so many highs and lows with that guy it's unbelievable. D. Lee was a good player here. I will always like him but it's just this year's team that has completely bummed me out. God knows I tried to bring the positive but they just wouldn't let me. So no, I'm not going to go apey for Lee unless Saturday is his debut with Atlanta for some reason. If it is, I'll whip out my junk and stroke it and yell YAAYAYAYAYAYAYAYADEEEEERRIIIIIIIIICCCC I LOOOOOOOVE YOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. And I'll salute the Greg Maddux flag and get a Dale Murphy tattoo as soon as I get out of jail. Go Braves.

I hope Lee's back rips in two and he's forced to stare in agony as his leg-having half trots away from his now legless torso as Dale Murphy, Darrell Evans and Steve Bedrosian have a lemon party in the corner.

Fuck Atlanta. Fuck Lee.

Fuck the Cubs.

Slaky's major complaint with Lee is he once indicated that he didn't like it when the fans booed him.  If only he'd been more like Milton Bradley, Slak might have embraced him.

Sweet. That totally overrides the fact that the guy has the 5th best OPS+ among all Cub players with 4000 PAs with the team.

I embraced him plenty. He's not a Cub anymore. May he rot.

Slak's just pissed that he bought all these shirts only to find out that Lee's daughter was totally faking it the whole time.

He's just acting tough to make sure his internet personality matches his ruggedly handsome features. That beard hides so much inner pain, and all.

It's true. The little guy who used to love the Cubs is all but dead. It's torture.

Fuck everything about the Cubs except Eli's fecal league updates and Starlin.

And boobs.

The Cubs have boobs? Did they reacquire Scott Eyre?

I'm talking about Trixies in the stands, smart guy. You should get on the bus more often.

I'm in college. I can see trixies any damn day of the week. I don't need to devote any kind of money to that godawful organization in order to do so. So no, I refuse to give the Cubs credit for boobs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 19, 2010, 10:28:49 AM
Quote from: SKO on August 19, 2010, 10:19:56 AM
I'm in college. I can see trixies any damn day of the week. I don't need to devote any kind of money to that godawful organization in order to do so. So no, I refuse to give the Cubs credit for boobs.

You're on a scholarship or what?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
David Patton. (http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714)

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 15, 2010, 10:16:54 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

I love the desipio posts that are all "your posts suck." "no your posts suck" lol. It's like Fork vs. Tdubbs in an eternal battle.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:27:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 15, 2010, 10:16:54 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

I love the desipio posts that are all "your posts suck." "no your posts suck" lol. It's like Fork vs. Tdubbs in an eternal battle.

This post kind of sucks at being good.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 15, 2010, 10:51:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 15, 2010, 10:16:54 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

I love the desipio posts that are all "your posts suck." "no your posts suck" lol. It's like Fork vs. Tdubbs in an eternal battle.

Does that mean I have to start banging your mom too?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 16, 2010, 12:32:34 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 15, 2010, 10:51:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 15, 2010, 10:16:54 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

I love the desipio posts that are all "your posts suck." "no your posts suck" lol. It's like Fork vs. Tdubbs in an eternal battle.

Does that mean I have to start banging your mom too?

I thought you already did, about 22 years ago.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 16, 2010, 12:36:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 16, 2010, 12:32:34 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 15, 2010, 10:51:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 15, 2010, 10:16:54 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

I love the desipio posts that are all "your posts suck." "no your posts suck" lol. It's like Fork vs. Tdubbs in an eternal battle.

Does that mean I have to start banging your mom too?

I thought you already did, about 22 years ago.

Fork banged huey's mom 22 years ago?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 16, 2010, 01:25:11 PM
Quote from: BH on December 16, 2010, 12:36:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 16, 2010, 12:32:34 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 15, 2010, 10:51:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 15, 2010, 10:16:54 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

I love the desipio posts that are all "your posts suck." "no your posts suck" lol. It's like Fork vs. Tdubbs in an eternal battle.

Does that mean I have to start banging your mom too?

I thought you already did, about 22 years ago.

Fork banged huey's mom 22 years ago?

SKO is Huey now?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 16, 2010, 01:29:13 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 16, 2010, 01:25:11 PM
Quote from: BH on December 16, 2010, 12:36:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 16, 2010, 12:32:34 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 15, 2010, 10:51:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 15, 2010, 10:16:54 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

I love the desipio posts that are all "your posts suck." "no your posts suck" lol. It's like Fork vs. Tdubbs in an eternal battle.

Does that mean I have to start banging your mom too?

I thought you already did, about 22 years ago.

Fork banged huey's mom 22 years ago?

SKO is Huey now?

This thread title is not indicative of the contents at all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 16, 2010, 03:46:59 PM
Xavier Nady
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 16, 2010, 04:01:11 PM
Ryan Harvey, now Red Sox pitcher.  (http://mlbbuzz.yardbarker.com/blog/mlbbuzz/sources_red_sox_take_chance_on_former_cubs_first_rounder/3805749)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 17, 2010, 08:16:10 AM
Quote from: BH on December 16, 2010, 04:01:11 PM
Ryan Harvey, now Red Sox pitcher.  (http://mlbbuzz.yardbarker.com/blog/mlbbuzz/sources_red_sox_take_chance_on_former_cubs_first_rounder/3805749)

Already better than Bobby Jenks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 17, 2010, 07:41:28 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 10:03:54 PM
Quote from: Night Man on December 15, 2010, 08:57:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 15, 2010, 08:29:49 PM
[urlhttp://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/player_main.aspx?sport=MLB&id=5714]David Patton.[/url]

Sorry, TEC.
We'll always have El Guettar.

You suck at the internet.

And you continue to provide invaluable contributions to this message board.

It's been a while since someone got butthurt. I kinda missed it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 07, 2011, 10:45:13 AM
SAM FULD
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 07, 2011, 10:46:18 AM
Quote from: Night Man on January 07, 2011, 10:45:13 AM
SAM FULD

I, for one, am glad this little shit's gone.  Nothing aginst him, mind you, other than the fact that his mere existence inspires the most idiotic behavior out of the most idiotic segment of one of the most idiotic fanbases on the planet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 07, 2011, 10:48:27 AM
Hack Jew Lee
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on January 07, 2011, 10:52:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 07, 2011, 10:46:18 AM
Quote from: Night Man on January 07, 2011, 10:45:13 AM
SAM FULD

I, for one, am glad this little shit's gone.  Nothing aginst him, mind you, other than the fact that his mere existence inspires the most idiotic behavior out of the most idiotic segment of one of the most idiotic fanbases on the planet.

THI.


Also, I hate Jews.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: FrankS on January 10, 2011, 11:41:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 07, 2011, 10:46:18 AM
Quote from: Night Man on January 07, 2011, 10:45:13 AM
SAM FULD

I, for one, am glad this little shit's gone.  Nothing aginst him, mind you, other than the fact that his mere existence inspires the most idiotic behavior out of the most idiotic segment of one of the most idiotic fanbases on the planet.

I'm sure that DoggyStalker is crushed, but I'm not going to read 10000+ posts at BCB to find out for sure.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on January 11, 2011, 06:17:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 07, 2011, 10:46:18 AM
Quote from: Night Man on January 07, 2011, 10:45:13 AM
SAM FULD

I, for one, am glad this little shit's gone.  Nothing aginst him, mind you, other than the fact that his mere existence inspires the most idiotic behavior out of the most idiotic segment of one of the most idiotic fanbases on the planet.

Amongst this fanbase, such behavior needs little inspiration.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 11, 2011, 07:34:21 AM
Quote from: Oleg on January 11, 2011, 06:17:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 07, 2011, 10:46:18 AM
Quote from: Night Man on January 07, 2011, 10:45:13 AM
SAM FULD

I, for one, am glad this little shit's gone.  Nothing aginst him, mind you, other than the fact that his mere existence inspires the most idiotic behavior out of the most idiotic segment of one of the most idiotic fanbases on the planet.

Amongst this fanbase, such behavior needs little inspiration.

LEAVE YOURSELF OUT OF THIS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 17, 2011, 01:27:43 PM
Tom Gorzellany
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on January 17, 2011, 01:39:44 PM
Quote from: Fork on January 17, 2011, 01:27:43 PM
Tom Gorzellany

Per ESPN:

QuoteThe Cubs felt it was necessary to make this move because of payroll constraints, and they felt comfortable with their depth on the pitching staff after acquiring starter Matt Garza from the Rays.

FYI, Gorzelany made $800,000 last year.  Man, is payroll tight!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on January 17, 2011, 02:19:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 17, 2011, 01:39:44 PM
QuoteThe Cubs felt it was necessary to make this move because of payroll constraints, and they felt comfortable with their depth on the pitching staff after acquiring starter Matt Garza from the Rays.

FYI, Gorzelany made $800,000 last year.  Man, is payroll tight!

I think it was more about already having plenty of starting pitching depth and also getting some prospects back.  One report has this guy (http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/B/Michael-Burgess-5.shtml) coming back, which would be a pretty decent return for Gorzo.

Hendry's had himself a pretty nice offseason so far. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 17, 2011, 02:38:28 PM
Quote from: Eli on January 17, 2011, 02:19:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 17, 2011, 01:39:44 PM
QuoteThe Cubs felt it was necessary to make this move because of payroll constraints, and they felt comfortable with their depth on the pitching staff after acquiring starter Matt Garza from the Rays.

FYI, Gorzelany made $800,000 last year.  Man, is payroll tight!

I think it was more about already having plenty of starting pitching depth and also getting some prospects back.  One report has this guy (http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/B/Michael-Burgess-5.shtml) coming back, which would be a pretty decent return for Gorzo.

Hendry's had himself a pretty nice offseason so far. 

Looking at Burgess' strikeout-to-walk ratio made me throw up in my mouth.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 17, 2011, 02:44:17 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 17, 2011, 01:39:44 PM
Quote from: Fork on January 17, 2011, 01:27:43 PM
Tom Gorzellany

Per ESPN:

QuoteThe Cubs felt it was necessary to make this move because of payroll constraints, and they felt comfortable with their depth on the pitching staff after acquiring starter Matt Garza from the Rays.

FYI, Gorzelany made $800,000 last year.  Man, is payroll tight!

Poor Tom wasn't even a Cub long enough to get his name spelled right in the farewell thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 17, 2011, 04:34:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on January 17, 2011, 02:38:28 PM
Quote from: Eli on January 17, 2011, 02:19:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 17, 2011, 01:39:44 PM
QuoteThe Cubs felt it was necessary to make this move because of payroll constraints, and they felt comfortable with their depth on the pitching staff after acquiring starter Matt Garza from the Rays.

FYI, Gorzelany made $800,000 last year.  Man, is payroll tight!

I think it was more about already having plenty of starting pitching depth and also getting some prospects back.  One report has this guy (http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/B/Michael-Burgess-5.shtml) coming back, which would be a pretty decent return for Gorzo.

Hendry's had himself a pretty nice offseason so far. 

Looking at Burgess' strikeout-to-walk ratio made me throw up in my mouth.

His walks are fine, if not good - he's walking more than 10% of the time, which is all you can ask for.  Those strikeouts, though.  Holy shit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on January 18, 2011, 08:21:58 PM
Seems as good a thread as any. (http://seattle.sbnation.com/2011/1/18/1943196/seattle-mariners-milton-bradley-arrested-felony-los-angeles-county)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on January 18, 2011, 09:01:42 PM
Quote from: Oleg on January 18, 2011, 08:21:58 PM
Seems as good a thread as any. (http://seattle.sbnation.com/2011/1/18/1943196/seattle-mariners-milton-bradley-arrested-felony-los-angeles-county)

Probably a waiter or waitress.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JMARIOTTI on January 18, 2011, 10:24:20 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 18, 2011, 09:01:42 PM
Quote from: Oleg on January 18, 2011, 08:21:58 PM
Seems as good a thread as any. (http://seattle.sbnation.com/2011/1/18/1943196/seattle-mariners-milton-bradley-arrested-felony-los-angeles-county)

Probably a waiter or waitress.

What an asshole.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on January 18, 2011, 10:33:14 PM
Quote from: JMARIOTTI on January 18, 2011, 10:24:20 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 18, 2011, 09:01:42 PM
Quote from: Oleg on January 18, 2011, 08:21:58 PM
Seems as good a thread as any. (http://seattle.sbnation.com/2011/1/18/1943196/seattle-mariners-milton-bradley-arrested-felony-los-angeles-county)

Probably a waiter or waitress.

What an asshole.

So, if the Mariners are able to void his contract, does that mean they win the Silva/Bradley trade?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 2006 version.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:23:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 2006 version.

This. He'll always be one of my all-time favorites and a reminder to enjoy the performances of great players while you can because in this game you aren't promised tomorrow.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on February 28, 2011, 12:25:03 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:23:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 2006 version.

This. He'll always be one of my all-time favorites and a reminder to enjoy the performances of great players while you can because in this game you aren't promised tomorrow.

Apex... that may be your best Desipio or HJE post of all time.  THIS THIS THIS.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 28, 2011, 12:49:30 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 20056 version.

Unless Chuck really means the season in which he missed the Super  Bowl, the 2005 run-up to that year was clearly teh Year of teh Tommie.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:55:56 PM
Quote from: morpheus on February 28, 2011, 12:25:03 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:23:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 2006 version.

This. He'll always be one of my all-time favorites and a reminder to enjoy the performances of great players while you can because in this game you aren't promised tomorrow.

Apex... that may be your best Desipio or HJE post of all time.  THIS THIS THIS.

Really? Why do you hate me?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 28, 2011, 01:03:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:55:56 PM
Quote from: morpheus on February 28, 2011, 12:25:03 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:23:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 2006 version.

This. He'll always be one of my all-time favorites and a reminder to enjoy the performances of great players while you can because in this game you aren't promised tomorrow.

Apex... that may be your best Desipio or HJE post of all time.  THIS THIS THIS.

Really? Why do you hate me?

Because he doesn't like to stand out in a crowd.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 01:07:58 PM
Quote from: CBStew on February 28, 2011, 01:03:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:55:56 PM
Quote from: morpheus on February 28, 2011, 12:25:03 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 12:23:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 2006 version.

This. He'll always be one of my all-time favorites and a reminder to enjoy the performances of great players while you can because in this game you aren't promised tomorrow.

Apex... that may be your best Desipio or HJE post of all time.  THIS THIS THIS.

Really? Why do you hate me?

Because he doesn't like to stand out in a crowd.

That's not very nice.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 01:30:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 28, 2011, 12:49:30 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 20056 version.

Unless Chuck really means the season in which he missed the Super  Bowl, the 2005 run-up to that year was clearly teh Year of teh Tommie.

He was doing quite well in 2006 until he shredded his leg.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 28, 2011, 01:47:11 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 01:30:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 28, 2011, 12:49:30 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 20056 version.

Unless Chuck really means the season in which he missed the Super  Bowl, the 2005 run-up to that year was clearly teh Year of teh Tommie.

He was doing quite well in 2006 until he shredded his leg.

He was doing as well, if not better, in 2005, and played the whole damn season.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 28, 2011, 01:57:27 PM
Who cares? A healthy Mike Brown + A healthy Tommie Harris = Then Indy-Resident Apex having to clean the city's tears after Super Bowl XLI.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on February 28, 2011, 02:02:06 PM
Quote from: Brownie on February 28, 2011, 01:57:27 PM
Who cares? A healthy Mike Brown + A healthy Tommie Harris = Then Indy-Resident Apex having to clean the city's tears after Super Bowl XLI.

If you think people hate me now, just imagine the butthurt I would have inflicted on my former neighbors had the above managed to occur on my watch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 02:47:28 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 28, 2011, 01:47:11 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 01:30:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 28, 2011, 12:49:30 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 28, 2011, 11:53:18 AM
Tommie Harris.

Man, I miss the 20056 version.

Unless Chuck really means the season in which he missed the Super  Bowl, the 2005 run-up to that year was clearly teh Year of teh Tommie.

He was doing quite well in 2006 until he shredded his leg.

He was doing as well, if not better, in 2005, and played the whole damn season.

Fine.  Fuck 2006 Tommy Harris and his All Pro performance because it might have been slightly lesser of a performance than 2005's and was shortened due to a non-self inflicted injury.

Better?  Happy?

Thought not.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on February 28, 2011, 02:56:59 PM
The important thing to remember here is that Huey is not a meatball.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on February 28, 2011, 04:19:00 PM
Quote from: Bort on February 28, 2011, 02:56:59 PM
The important thing to remember here is that Huey is not a meatball.

That's even less important than it is true.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on February 28, 2011, 04:35:43 PM
Bob Howry, again. (http://muskat.mlblogs.com/archives/2011/02/227_bob_howry_retires.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 28, 2011, 05:37:18 PM
Goodbye, Tommie. I am sad that he was just a flash in the pan, but I am happy not to read another summer of "Tommie looks rejuvenated!" articles.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 28, 2011, 06:22:18 PM
Quote from: PenPho on February 28, 2011, 04:35:43 PM
Bob Howry, again. (http://muskat.mlblogs.com/archives/2011/02/227_bob_howry_retires.html)

Quote"I was real quiet when I first came up," Cashner said Sunday, "and [Howry] was talking to me and the first thing he said was that he liked my boots and it kind of went from there."

"He worked hard and I just tried to listen and watch and see what he does," Cashner said. "He's been in the game long enough to stay in it. He had a lot of advice and a lot of wise words and he was a good friend."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 03, 2011, 09:44:14 PM
http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2011/03/tommie-harris-thanks-bears-fan-in-tribune-ad.html

(http://i.imgur.com/Zt7su.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on March 14, 2011, 09:50:04 AM
So much for the silver lining.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0313-bits-cubs-spring-training20110312,0,166480.story?obref=obinsite
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva. (http://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/51333263851126784)

Edit: Dammit (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7694.msg238104#msg238104)

Edit 2: Carlos Silva. (http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/sports/cbsports-silva-doesnt-make-cubs-roster-20110326,0,1185431.story)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 25, 2011, 01:31:15 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva.

A tribute (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV6PwJ4ZhZg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on March 25, 2011, 03:25:08 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva. (http://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/51333263851126784)

Quite premature. All this says is that Silva won't start and that the Cubs will eat dollars to get rid of him, not that they will eat all of them to cut him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on March 25, 2011, 03:26:34 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on March 25, 2011, 03:25:08 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva. (http://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/51333263851126784)

Quite premature. All this says is that Silva won't start and that the Cubs will eat dollars to get rid of him, not that they will eat all of them to cut him.

Weebs sources tell me he's in a hotel in baltimore, waiting on a trade for Brian Roberts + cash.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 03:37:33 PM
Quote from: BH on March 25, 2011, 03:26:34 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on March 25, 2011, 03:25:08 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva. (http://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/51333263851126784)

Quite premature. All this says is that Silva won't start and that the Cubs will eat dollars to get rid of him, not that they will eat all of them to cut him.

Weebs sources tell me he's in a hotel in baltimore, waiting on a trade for Brian Roberts + cash.

Al Yellon is still waiting to hear back from someone close to Jody Gerut.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: powen01 on March 27, 2011, 10:48:53 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 03:37:33 PM
Quote from: BH on March 25, 2011, 03:26:34 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on March 25, 2011, 03:25:08 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva. (http://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/51333263851126784)

Quite premature. All this says is that Silva won't start and that the Cubs will eat dollars to get rid of him, not that they will eat all of them to cut him.

Weebs sources tell me he's in a hotel in baltimore, waiting on a trade for Brian Roberts + cash.

Al Yellon is still waiting to hear back from someone close to Jody Gerut.

Now, it is really official:  Carlos Silva. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/cbsports-cubs-release-silva-after-harsh-criticism-of-organization-20110327,0,5530085.story)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Quote from: powen01 on March 27, 2011, 10:48:53 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 03:37:33 PM
Quote from: BH on March 25, 2011, 03:26:34 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on March 25, 2011, 03:25:08 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva. (http://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/51333263851126784)

Quite premature. All this says is that Silva won't start and that the Cubs will eat dollars to get rid of him, not that they will eat all of them to cut him.

Weebs sources tell me he's in a hotel in baltimore, waiting on a trade for Brian Roberts + cash.

Al Yellon is still waiting to hear back from someone close to Jody Gerut.

Now, it is really official:  Carlos Silva. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/cbsports-cubs-release-silva-after-harsh-criticism-of-organization-20110327,0,5530085.story)

Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on March 27, 2011, 11:45:52 AM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Quote from: powen01 on March 27, 2011, 10:48:53 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 03:37:33 PM
Quote from: BH on March 25, 2011, 03:26:34 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on March 25, 2011, 03:25:08 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 25, 2011, 01:28:22 PM
Carlos Silva. (http://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/51333263851126784)

Quite premature. All this says is that Silva won't start and that the Cubs will eat dollars to get rid of him, not that they will eat all of them to cut him.

Weebs sources tell me he's in a hotel in baltimore, waiting on a trade for Brian Roberts + cash.

Al Yellon is still waiting to hear back from someone close to Jody Gerut.

Now, it is really official:  Carlos Silva. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/cbsports-cubs-release-silva-after-harsh-criticism-of-organization-20110327,0,5530085.story)

Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

Isn't it Ricketts who is showing something other than his ass here? I'm sure Hendry would like to hit the re-set button on a bunch of shit but it's not really his call. Nobody deserves much credit for any of this, but if you feel some sympathy is warranted you can buy an extra round of $8 beer-like liquids at every game you attend this year. One more round than you need or want. If every Cub fan does this, we can probably make up for this $11.5 MM ouch time together.

I'll start website or a Facebook group or something.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on March 27, 2011, 11:52:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on March 27, 2011, 11:45:52 AM
I'll start website or a Facebook group or something.

Approvals need to go through Chad first. One option would be to just add it to your wesley snipes blog.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on March 27, 2011, 12:02:33 PM
Quote from: BH on March 27, 2011, 11:52:20 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on March 27, 2011, 11:45:52 AM
I'll start website or a Facebook group or something.

Approvals need to go through Chad first. One option would be to just add it to your wesley snipes blog.

I have a wesley snipes blog? That sounds dope as a motherfucker and shit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on March 27, 2011, 01:37:38 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"




Quade gets an e-high five on these (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/news/story?id=6263903).

"People need to know, whether he was upset with Riggs or whatever, everyone needs to know that this was my call," Quade said. "It wasn't Jim Hendry's. If [Silva wants] to be irritated with somebody, this is on me, OK. It was my decision, complete and totally.

"I was really disappointed when I heard [Silva's comments]. First of all, he's dead [expletive] wrong, OK, about my pitching coach. And I have no [expletive] time for that."

Quade continued to admonish the former Cubs pitcher.

"Respect is a two-way street," he said. "I don't want to hear anything about respect. If you ain't giving it, you ain't getting it."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on March 27, 2011, 03:43:45 PM
I liked the quote reflecting Silva's trade value:

QuoteThe Cubs tried all spring to trade Silva, but didn't get any interest from any of the other 29 major league teams. According to a major league source, the Cubs let it be known that they would be willing to eat a large portion of Silva's $11.5 million 2011 salary. The source also said the Cubs were not asking for any players in return. However, there were still no takers.

You know you've got a real gem on your hands when you can't convince another team to simply put him on their roster and let the Cubs pay for it.

And yet I still feel the Cubs came out with the better end of the Bradley/Silva deal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 27, 2011, 04:01:44 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 27, 2011, 03:43:45 PM
And yet I still feel the Cubs came out with the better end of the Bradley/Silva deal.

For what it's worth (not much) Bradley is .324/.395/.514 on the spring and got tossed from a Cactus League game a couple weeks ago for arguing balls and strikes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on March 27, 2011, 04:05:51 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 27, 2011, 03:43:45 PM
And yet I still feel the Cubs came out with the better end of the Bradley/Silva deal.

Let's see...

Seattle has to have Bradley for another year.

The Cubs have nothing to show for the expense of $11.5 million.

Yeah, the Cubs win.  Easily.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 06:19:04 PM
Quote from: BH on March 27, 2011, 01:37:38 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"




Quade gets an e-high five on these (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/news/story?id=6263903).

"People need to know, whether he was upset with Riggs or whatever, everyone needs to know that this was my call," Quade said. "It wasn't Jim Hendry's. If [Silva wants] to be irritated with somebody, this is on me, OK. It was my decision, complete and totally.

"I was really disappointed when I heard [Silva's comments]. First of all, he's dead [expletive] wrong, OK, about my pitching coach. And I have no [expletive] time for that."

Quade continued to admonish the former Cubs pitcher.

"Respect is a two-way street," he said. "I don't want to hear anything about respect. If you ain't giving it, you ain't getting it."


Mike Quade is going to have to do a lot of stupid shit simultaneously to get me to hate him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on March 27, 2011, 06:30:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 06:19:04 PM
Quote from: BH on March 27, 2011, 01:37:38 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"




Quade gets an e-high five on these (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/news/story?id=6263903).

"People need to know, whether he was upset with Riggs or whatever, everyone needs to know that this was my call," Quade said. "It wasn't Jim Hendry's. If [Silva wants] to be irritated with somebody, this is on me, OK. It was my decision, complete and totally.

"I was really disappointed when I heard [Silva's comments]. First of all, he's dead [expletive] wrong, OK, about my pitching coach. And I have no [expletive] time for that."

Quade continued to admonish the former Cubs pitcher.

"Respect is a two-way street," he said. "I don't want to hear anything about respect. If you ain't giving it, you ain't getting it."


Mike Quade is going to have to do a lot of stupid shit simultaneously to get me to hate him.

Give it time.

But, he's totally sweet right now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 27, 2011, 07:04:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 06:19:04 PM
Quote from: BH on March 27, 2011, 01:37:38 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"




Quade gets an e-high five on these (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/news/story?id=6263903).

"People need to know, whether he was upset with Riggs or whatever, everyone needs to know that this was my call," Quade said. "It wasn't Jim Hendry's. If [Silva wants] to be irritated with somebody, this is on me, OK. It was my decision, complete and totally.

"I was really disappointed when I heard [Silva's comments]. First of all, he's dead [expletive] wrong, OK, about my pitching coach. And I have no [expletive] time for that."

Quade continued to admonish the former Cubs pitcher.

"Respect is a two-way street," he said. "I don't want to hear anything about respect. If you ain't giving it, you ain't getting it."


Mike Quade is going to have to do a lot of stupid shit simultaneously to get me to hate him.

So the Opening Day Aramis Ramirez squeeze bunt then?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 08:12:34 PM
Quote from: Fork on March 27, 2011, 07:04:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 06:19:04 PM
Quote from: BH on March 27, 2011, 01:37:38 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"




Quade gets an e-high five on these (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/news/story?id=6263903).

"People need to know, whether he was upset with Riggs or whatever, everyone needs to know that this was my call," Quade said. "It wasn't Jim Hendry's. If [Silva wants] to be irritated with somebody, this is on me, OK. It was my decision, complete and totally.

"I was really disappointed when I heard [Silva's comments]. First of all, he's dead [expletive] wrong, OK, about my pitching coach. And I have no [expletive] time for that."

Quade continued to admonish the former Cubs pitcher.

"Respect is a two-way street," he said. "I don't want to hear anything about respect. If you ain't giving it, you ain't getting it."


Mike Quade is going to have to do a lot of stupid shit simultaneously to get me to hate him.

So the Opening Day Aramis Ramirez squeeze bunt then?

From Neifi to Burnitz, nothing the Cubs do with a runner on third will ever surprise me again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BC on March 27, 2011, 08:18:14 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 08:12:34 PM
Quote from: Fork on March 27, 2011, 07:04:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 06:19:04 PM
Quote from: BH on March 27, 2011, 01:37:38 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"




Quade gets an e-high five on these (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/news/story?id=6263903).

"People need to know, whether he was upset with Riggs or whatever, everyone needs to know that this was my call," Quade said. "It wasn't Jim Hendry's. If [Silva wants] to be irritated with somebody, this is on me, OK. It was my decision, complete and totally.

"I was really disappointed when I heard [Silva's comments]. First of all, he's dead [expletive] wrong, OK, about my pitching coach. And I have no [expletive] time for that."

Quade continued to admonish the former Cubs pitcher.

"Respect is a two-way street," he said. "I don't want to hear anything about respect. If you ain't giving it, you ain't getting it."


Mike Quade is going to have to do a lot of stupid shit simultaneously to get me to hate him.

So the Opening Day Aramis Ramirez squeeze bunt then?

From Neifi to Burnitz, nothing the Cubs do with a runner on third will ever surprise me again.

Except, of course, actually score a run.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on March 27, 2011, 08:27:47 PM
Quote from: PenPho on March 27, 2011, 06:30:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 06:19:04 PM
Quote from: BH on March 27, 2011, 01:37:38 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2011, 12:58:52 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2011, 11:37:31 AM
Hendry shows some cojones. Good for him.

These quotes are awesome:

Quote"Basically, he wasn't good enough to make the team. We try to factor in not only spring training, but the second half of last year. You're looking at a guy who had a 14-something ERA from July 11 on, and came to camp with the notion that he already had a spot in the rotation."

Quote"Obviously, we're dealing with a man who at this particular point of his career is not willing to face the facts that what he's done the last few years, except for a two-month period (last year), is well below major league standards."

Quote"And he seemed to make a continual problem of blaming everyone but himself. He gave up 29 hits in his first 11 innings of camp, and I've never had anyone I've dealt with classify that as 'bad luck.'"




Quade gets an e-high five on these (http://sports.espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/news/story?id=6263903).

"People need to know, whether he was upset with Riggs or whatever, everyone needs to know that this was my call," Quade said. "It wasn't Jim Hendry's. If [Silva wants] to be irritated with somebody, this is on me, OK. It was my decision, complete and totally.

"I was really disappointed when I heard [Silva's comments]. First of all, he's dead [expletive] wrong, OK, about my pitching coach. And I have no [expletive] time for that."

Quade continued to admonish the former Cubs pitcher.

"Respect is a two-way street," he said. "I don't want to hear anything about respect. If you ain't giving it, you ain't getting it."


Mike Quade is going to have to do a lot of stupid shit simultaneously to get me to hate him.

Give it time.

But, he's totally sweet right now.

So... Carlos Silva to be the Opening Day Starter for the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 29, 2011, 03:52:35 PM
Doug Davis.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on June 29, 2011, 03:53:51 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 29, 2011, 03:52:35 PM
Doug Davis.

Long Live Lord Rodrigo.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 08, 2011, 06:53:55 PM
Fernando Perez. :(
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 08, 2011, 10:11:48 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 08, 2011, 06:53:55 PM
Fernando Perez. :(

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20110708&content_id=21594108

QuoteWith Lou Montanez and DJ LeMahieu in Iowa after stints with the big league team, Perez became the odd man out, Hendry said.

:((((((((((

http://blogs.dailyherald.com/node/5978

QuoteTennessee fell to Chris Archer and Montgomery 4-2. Archer (4-4, 4.72 ERA) worked 7 innings, giving up 4 hits and no runs while walking three and striking out six.

DOOM.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM
Augie Ojeda, again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 09, 2011, 05:34:19 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM
Augie Ojeda, again.

He was on the team?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 10, 2011, 01:20:14 AM
Quote from: Alrish Yeltin on July 09, 2011, 05:34:19 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM
Augie Ojeda, again.

He was on the team?

For real. How did he not get a spot start or two. He has to be better than Casey Coleman.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 10, 2011, 06:15:49 AM
Quote from: Alrish Yeltin on July 09, 2011, 05:34:19 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM
Augie Ojeda, again.

He was on the team?

As much as Perez was.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 10, 2011, 12:15:16 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2011, 06:15:49 AM
Quote from: Alrish Yeltin on July 09, 2011, 05:34:19 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM
Augie Ojeda, again.

He was on the team?

As much as Perez was.

Yea, well Perez was likeable. 

AND HE TOTALLY RESPONDED TO ME ON TWITTER.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on July 10, 2011, 08:54:59 PM
Quote from: Alrish Yeltin on July 10, 2011, 12:15:16 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2011, 06:15:49 AM
Quote from: Alrish Yeltin on July 09, 2011, 05:34:19 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM
Augie Ojeda, again.

He was on the team?

As much as Perez was.

Yea, well Perez was likeable. 

AND HE TOTALLY RESPONDED TO ME ON TWITTER.


He's a lot like Mike Quade.  Both are very likable guys who unfortunately, suck at their jobs. /Apexstickpoke
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 10, 2011, 09:00:38 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2011, 08:54:59 PM
Quote from: Alrish Yeltin on July 10, 2011, 12:15:16 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2011, 06:15:49 AM
Quote from: Alrish Yeltin on July 09, 2011, 05:34:19 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 09, 2011, 05:25:52 PM
Augie Ojeda, again.

He was on the team?

As much as Perez was.

Yea, well Perez was likeable. 

AND HE TOTALLY RESPONDED TO ME ON TWITTER.


He's a lot like Mike Quade.  Both are very likable guys who unfortunately, suck at their jobs. /Apexstickpoke

*shaves all hair off body*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 28, 2011, 10:31:22 AM
Kosuke Fukudome
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 28, 2011, 11:02:34 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 28, 2011, 10:31:22 AM
Kosuke Fukudome

Actually hate to see him go. Dude wasn't a bad player, just wildly overpaid. But that's not his fault.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 28, 2011, 11:10:09 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 28, 2011, 11:02:34 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 28, 2011, 10:31:22 AM
Kosuke Fukudome

Actually hate to see him go. Dude wasn't a bad player, just wildly overpaid. But that's not his fault.

I do think he might be slightly retarded. Which isn't his fault either.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on July 28, 2011, 11:23:44 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 28, 2011, 11:10:09 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 28, 2011, 11:02:34 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 28, 2011, 10:31:22 AM
Kosuke Fukudome

Actually hate to see him go. Dude wasn't a bad player, just wildly overpaid. But that's not his fault.

I do think he might be slightly retarded. Which isn't his fault either.

We'll always have Kosuke's debut on opening day 2008 (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200803310.shtml) when it was all sunshine and lollipops, except for the actual weather. First at bat, ripped a double off the wall off Ben Sheets (remember him?) Last at bat, a game-tying 3 run bomb off Gagne (remember him?) in the 9th to wipe the slate clean after Kerry's inauspicious debut as closer.

Unfortunately Brown Spot Borb gave the lead right back and they fell in 10 to those shitheels from Milwaukee. But I was dead certain as I left the park that day that Kosuke was going to combine patience of Matt Murton with the power of Todd Walker and nothing could stop him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 28, 2011, 01:21:41 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 28, 2011, 11:23:44 AM
We'll always have Kosuke's debut on opening day 2008 (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200803310.shtml) when it was all sunshine and lollipops, except for the actual weather. First at bat, ripped a double off the wall off Ben Sheets (remember him?) Last at bat, a game-tying 3 run bomb off Gagne (remember him?) in the 9th to wipe the slate clean after Kerry's (remember him?) inauspicious debut as closer.

Intrepid Reader: Chuck

One more'd.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 28, 2011, 02:47:50 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 28, 2011, 11:23:44 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 28, 2011, 11:10:09 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 28, 2011, 11:02:34 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 28, 2011, 10:31:22 AM
Kosuke Fukudome

Actually hate to see him go. Dude wasn't a bad player, just wildly overpaid. But that's not his fault.

I do think he might be slightly retarded. Which isn't his fault either.

We'll always have Kosuke's debut on opening day 2008 (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200803310.shtml) when it was all sunshine and lollipops, except for the actual weather. First at bat, ripped a double off the wall off Ben Sheets (remember him?) Last at bat, a game-tying 3 run bomb off Gagne (remember him?) in the 9th to wipe the slate clean after Kerry's inauspicious debut as closer.

Unfortunately Brown Spot Borb gave the lead right back and they fell in 10 to those shitheels from Milwaukee. But I was dead certain as I left the park that day that Kosuke was going to combine patience of Matt Murton with the power of Todd Walker and nothing could stop him.

You were half right.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 12, 2011, 10:30:25 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

I'm sad. Being a Cubs fan fucking sucks. /sadpanda
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 12, 2011, 10:31:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

They'll probably just release him and eat the whole contract.  Great.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:34:38 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 12, 2011, 10:30:25 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

I'm sad. Being a Cubs fan fucking sucks. /sadpanda

Yep. I know Zambrano is a nut but I'm going to go ahead and blame nurture over nature and believe that the Cubs have destroyed his ability to think critically.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 12, 2011, 10:39:30 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 12, 2011, 10:30:25 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

I'm sad. Being a Cubs fan fucking sucks. /sadpanda

Ain't that the truth.  Everybody get ready for the Casey Coleman Show!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on August 12, 2011, 10:47:14 PM
Starlin Castro.

(No, he's not going anywhere, but he might as well. The next window of opportunity will open in 2025 or so, when Castro's a member of the San Jose A's or the Havana Marlins.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 12, 2011, 11:01:11 PM
Quote from: Brownie on August 12, 2011, 10:47:14 PM
Starlin Castro.

(No, he's not going anywhere, but he might as well. The next window of opportunity will open in 2025 or so, when Castro's a member of the San Jose A's or the Havana Marlins.)

How dare you.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 12, 2011, 11:02:42 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 12, 2011, 10:31:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

They'll probably just release him and eat the whole contract.  Great.

DPD.  Apparently Jim thinks Zambrano is serious about retiring, in which case there will be no contract to eat.


/gratuitous "Jim + eating" joke
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Lance Dicksons Arm on August 13, 2011, 12:38:29 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 12, 2011, 11:02:42 PM
DPD.  Apparently Jim thinks Zambrano is serious about retiring, in which case there will be no contract to eat.


And by extension, would arguably make this the best night the Chicago Cubs have had since September 2008.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 13, 2011, 06:27:04 AM
Quote from: Lance Dicksons Arm on August 13, 2011, 12:38:29 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 12, 2011, 11:02:42 PM
DPD.  Apparently Jim thinks Zambrano is serious about retiring, in which case there will be no contract to eat.


And by extension, would arguably make this the best night the Chicago Cubs have had since September 2008.

Intrepid Reader: Jim Hendry

"Extension"? Hmm... brb.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 13, 2011, 12:36:16 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 12, 2011, 10:30:25 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

I'm sad. Being a Cubs fan fucking sucks. /sadpanda

Yeah. That.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 13, 2011, 06:01:08 PM
The clown and Team Leader™ Ryan Dempster weighs in:

Quote"He's made his bed. Let him sleep in it," Dempster said.

"It's not like it's something new."

Hopefully they can get rid of him too.  Anyway, Zambrano to the 30-day disqualified list.  Not retiring.  He'll lose $3MM and will probably file a grievance.  Since they're putting him on the DQ and not the restricted list like last year, that roster spot comes open for the great Casey Coleman.  Believe!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 14, 2011, 10:03:16 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

Fuck that.  When this team wins a World Series in 3 years, Zambrano will have had a hand.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 14, 2011, 10:12:11 PM
DPD.  And when President Giffords hosts the team in the White House Rose Garden, Carlos will be off the hook.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 14, 2011, 10:17:08 PM
I want some of what PANK is smoking. Or maybe I don't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on August 15, 2011, 07:55:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 14, 2011, 10:03:16 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 12, 2011, 10:25:52 PM
Carlos Zambrano

Fuck that.  When this team wins a World Series in 3 years, Zambrano will have had a hand.

By pitching for the Royals and giving up a homer to Bret Jackson, no doubt.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on August 15, 2011, 09:03:25 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 14, 2011, 10:12:11 PM
DPD.  And when President GiffordsTrump hosts the team in the White House Rose Garden, Carlos will be off the hook.

Sensible Moderate'd.

(http://i.imgur.com/Z59eH.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 15, 2011, 08:34:37 PM
Quote from: morpheus on August 15, 2011, 09:03:25 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 14, 2011, 10:12:11 PM
DPD.  And when President GiffordsTrump hosts the team in the White House Rose Garden, Carlos will be off the hook.

Sensible Moderate'd.

(http://i.imgur.com/Z59eH.jpg)

I suppose I should go the the I Admit It thread and talk about laughing at this Morphshop.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 15, 2011, 10:19:04 PM

Needs something big.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2011, 10:29:09 AM
Jim Hendry
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on August 19, 2011, 10:37:53 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2011, 10:29:09 AM
Jim Hendry

FUCK YEAH
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on August 19, 2011, 10:45:48 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2011, 10:29:09 AM
Jim Hendry

Yes.

Finally signs of life from Tom Ricketts.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on August 29, 2011, 12:15:52 PM
Vernon Gholston
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on August 29, 2011, 12:30:37 PM
Tank Tyler
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on August 29, 2011, 02:28:36 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.

"Taylor's agent, Ken Sarnoff, had posted on his Twitter account that coach Lovie Smith had told the running back he was being released. "Chester thanks the Bears and their fans and wishes them well," Sarnoff tweeted.

Later, Sarnoff tweeted, "Here's a first for me - the Bears just called me and said they have NOT (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-release-rb-chester-taylor-20110829,0,5799182.story) released Chester. He did talk with Lovie though...misunderstanding?""
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 29, 2011, 02:48:05 PM
Quote from: BH on August 29, 2011, 02:28:36 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.

"Taylor's agent, Ken Sarnoff, had posted on his Twitter account that coach Lovie Smith had told the running back he was being released. "Chester thanks the Bears and their fans and wishes them well," Sarnoff tweeted.

Later, Sarnoff tweeted, "Here's a first for me - the Bears just called me and said they have NOT (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-release-rb-chester-taylor-20110829,0,5799182.story) released Chester. He did talk with Lovie though...misunderstanding?""

Everybody meet our new coach Dave McGinnis!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on August 29, 2011, 03:31:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 29, 2011, 02:48:05 PM
Quote from: BH on August 29, 2011, 02:28:36 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.

"Taylor's agent, Ken Sarnoff, had posted on his Twitter account that coach Lovie Smith had told the running back he was being released. "Chester thanks the Bears and their fans and wishes them well," Sarnoff tweeted.

Later, Sarnoff tweeted, "Here's a first for me - the Bears just called me and said they have NOT (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-release-rb-chester-taylor-20110829,0,5799182.story) released Chester. He did talk with Lovie though...misunderstanding?""

Everybody meet our new coach Dave McGinnis!

Oh, shit.  This means Mike McCaskey is back?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 29, 2011, 05:35:54 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 29, 2011, 03:31:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 29, 2011, 02:48:05 PM
Quote from: BH on August 29, 2011, 02:28:36 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.

"Taylor's agent, Ken Sarnoff, had posted on his Twitter account that coach Lovie Smith had told the running back he was being released. "Chester thanks the Bears and their fans and wishes them well," Sarnoff tweeted.

Later, Sarnoff tweeted, "Here's a first for me - the Bears just called me and said they have NOT (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-release-rb-chester-taylor-20110829,0,5799182.story) released Chester. He did talk with Lovie though...misunderstanding?""

Everybody meet our new coach Dave McGinnis!

Oh, shit.  This means Mike McCaskey is back?

It means Chester came to Lovie after the game, asked why he didn't play, and Lovie gave him a straight answer because Lovie seems like a player's coach who would be decent and level with the guy that he's getting cut. Chester told people that and the media ran with it. Jerry, however, didn't want the obvious truth getting out there just in case he can work out a last minute trade. So yeah, typical Angelo-Lovie communication fail, but Chester's definitely going to be gone, one way or another.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on August 29, 2011, 07:18:02 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 29, 2011, 05:35:54 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 29, 2011, 03:31:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 29, 2011, 02:48:05 PM
Quote from: BH on August 29, 2011, 02:28:36 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.

"Taylor's agent, Ken Sarnoff, had posted on his Twitter account that coach Lovie Smith had told the running back he was being released. "Chester thanks the Bears and their fans and wishes them well," Sarnoff tweeted.

Later, Sarnoff tweeted, "Here's a first for me - the Bears just called me and said they have NOT (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-release-rb-chester-taylor-20110829,0,5799182.story) released Chester. He did talk with Lovie though...misunderstanding?""

Everybody meet our new coach Dave McGinnis!

Oh, shit.  This means Mike McCaskey is back?

It means Chester came to Lovie after the game, asked why he didn't play, and Lovie gave him a straight answer because Lovie seems like a player's coach who would be decent and level with the guy that he's getting cut. Chester told people that and the media ran with it. Jerry, however, didn't want the obvious truth getting out there just in case he can work out a last minute trade. So yeah, typical Angelo-Lovie communication fail, but Chester's definitely going to be gone, one way or another.

SKO's got insider information.  Book it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 29, 2011, 07:31:53 PM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on August 29, 2011, 07:18:02 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 29, 2011, 05:35:54 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 29, 2011, 03:31:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 29, 2011, 02:48:05 PM
Quote from: BH on August 29, 2011, 02:28:36 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.

"Taylor's agent, Ken Sarnoff, had posted on his Twitter account that coach Lovie Smith had told the running back he was being released. "Chester thanks the Bears and their fans and wishes them well," Sarnoff tweeted.

Later, Sarnoff tweeted, "Here's a first for me - the Bears just called me and said they have NOT (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-release-rb-chester-taylor-20110829,0,5799182.story) released Chester. He did talk with Lovie though...misunderstanding?""

Everybody meet our new coach Dave McGinnis!

Oh, shit.  This means Mike McCaskey is back?

It means Chester came to Lovie after the game, asked why he didn't play, and Lovie gave him a straight answer because Lovie seems like a player's coach who would be decent and level with the guy that he's getting cut. Chester told people that and the media ran with it. Jerry, however, didn't want the obvious truth getting out there just in case he can work out a last minute trade. So yeah, typical Angelo-Lovie communication fail, but Chester's definitely going to be gone, one way or another.

SKO's got insider information.  Book it.

As good a source as Deep Goat?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 30, 2011, 07:13:35 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 29, 2011, 07:31:53 PM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on August 29, 2011, 07:18:02 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 29, 2011, 05:35:54 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 29, 2011, 03:31:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 29, 2011, 02:48:05 PM
Quote from: BH on August 29, 2011, 02:28:36 PM
Quote from: R-V on August 29, 2011, 11:12:52 AM
Chester Taylor.

"Taylor's agent, Ken Sarnoff, had posted on his Twitter account that coach Lovie Smith had told the running back he was being released. "Chester thanks the Bears and their fans and wishes them well," Sarnoff tweeted.

Later, Sarnoff tweeted, "Here's a first for me - the Bears just called me and said they have NOT (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-bears-release-rb-chester-taylor-20110829,0,5799182.story) released Chester. He did talk with Lovie though...misunderstanding?""

Everybody meet our new coach Dave McGinnis!

Oh, shit.  This means Mike McCaskey is back?

It means Chester came to Lovie after the game, asked why he didn't play, and Lovie gave him a straight answer because Lovie seems like a player's coach who would be decent and level with the guy that he's getting cut. Chester told people that and the media ran with it. Jerry, however, didn't want the obvious truth getting out there just in case he can work out a last minute trade. So yeah, typical Angelo-Lovie communication fail, but Chester's definitely going to be gone, one way or another.

SKO's got insider information.  Book it.

As good a source as Deep Goat?

Deep Fro.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on September 22, 2011, 09:12:18 AM
Gary Hughes (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/6997623/chicago-cubs-special-assistant-gary-hughes-resigns).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 22, 2011, 09:26:55 AM

Aramis Ramirez.

Too soon?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on September 22, 2011, 10:47:07 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 22, 2011, 09:26:55 AM
Too soon?

Yes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 22, 2011, 02:06:53 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on September 22, 2011, 10:47:07 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 22, 2011, 09:26:55 AM
Too soon?

Yes.

Yes it is.  I am not accpeting this until it is final.  In the meantime, I will mourn in private.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on September 22, 2011, 02:07:39 PM
Quote from: morpheus on September 22, 2011, 09:12:18 AM
Gary Hughes (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/6997623/chicago-cubs-special-assistant-gary-hughes-resigns).

I read the article about Hughes and his role in starting a fund for baseball people who become indigent,
"Hughes has made many contributions to baseball, including starting a special fund for baseball people who become indigent."

It was then that I was reminded of the possibility that I may have a touch of dyslexia, since I read that as a fund for baseball people who become indignant.  That reading put in context the immediate reference to Aramis Ramirez.  They clearly could never raise enough money to satisfy all of the Cub's fans who become indignant.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 22, 2011, 02:20:58 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 22, 2011, 02:06:53 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on September 22, 2011, 10:47:07 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 22, 2011, 09:26:55 AM
Too soon?

Yes.

Yes it is.  I am not accpeting this until it is final.  In the meantime, I will mourn in private.

I'm going to forego depression, denial and bargaining, and just roll with anger & acceptance.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 22, 2011, 02:23:02 PM
I've already dealt with this one. Ready to move on.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 22, 2011, 02:56:32 PM
Quote from: Slaky on September 22, 2011, 02:23:02 PM
I've already dealt with this one. Ready to move on.

The 2012 Chicago Cubs: Embrace The Suck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on September 22, 2011, 03:37:08 PM
Sterling Archer
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 22, 2011, 03:43:48 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on September 22, 2011, 03:37:08 PM
Sterling Archer

I don't understand this weird, fake rivalry.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on September 22, 2011, 11:22:55 PM
Quote from: Slaky on September 22, 2011, 03:43:48 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on September 22, 2011, 03:37:08 PM
Sterling Archer

I don't understand this weird, fake rivalry.

No one does.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on September 22, 2011, 11:40:06 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 22, 2011, 11:22:55 PM
Quote from: Slaky on September 22, 2011, 03:43:48 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on September 22, 2011, 03:37:08 PM
Sterling Archer

I don't understand this weird, fake rivalry.

No one does.

I promise to explain everything. But only after I reduce the threat level to "Just Sort Of There."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on September 23, 2011, 11:49:18 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 22, 2011, 11:22:55 PM
Quote from: Slaky on September 22, 2011, 03:43:48 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on September 22, 2011, 03:37:08 PM
Sterling Archer

I don't understand this weird, fake rivalry.

No one does.

I don't understand why we always have to have sound, logical reasoning to hate stuff.
Title: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 15, 2011, 10:37:52 AM
Quote from: theoneandonlyjim on June 16, 2006, 12:04:54 PM
Jerry the Lesser.


BUMP


Motherfucker can't stop letting me down.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 17, 2011, 11:29:48 AM
Trey McNutt? (http://www.csnchicago.com/baseball-chicago-cubs/news/What-it-will-take-to-close-the-Epstein-d?blockID=578406&feedID=661)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on October 17, 2011, 11:35:17 AM
Quote from: Brownie on October 17, 2011, 11:29:48 AM
Trey McNutt? (http://www.csnchicago.com/baseball-chicago-cubs/news/What-it-will-take-to-close-the-Epstein-d?blockID=578406&feedID=661)

How pathetic is it that our top pitching prospect had a 4.55 ERA last year, and that we can't risk losing him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 17, 2011, 12:13:34 PM
Quote from: BH on October 17, 2011, 11:35:17 AM
Quote from: Brownie on October 17, 2011, 11:29:48 AM
Trey McNutt? (http://www.csnchicago.com/baseball-chicago-cubs/news/What-it-will-take-to-close-the-Epstein-d?blockID=578406&feedID=661)

How pathetic is it that our top pitching prospect had a 4.55 ERA last year, and that we can't risk losing him.

As long as a deal is eventually made, I'm willing to chalk up The Rickettses's apparent reticence to negotiation hardball.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on October 17, 2011, 12:15:02 PM
Quote from: BH on October 17, 2011, 11:35:17 AM
Quote from: Brownie on October 17, 2011, 11:29:48 AM
Trey McNutt? (http://www.csnchicago.com/baseball-chicago-cubs/news/What-it-will-take-to-close-the-Epstein-d?blockID=578406&feedID=661)

How pathetic is it that our top pitching prospect had a 4.55 ERA last year, and that we can't risk losing him.

We already let Al Alburquerque go!!  We can't repeat that!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on October 17, 2011, 12:45:19 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 17, 2011, 12:13:34 PM
Quote from: BH on October 17, 2011, 11:35:17 AM
Quote from: Brownie on October 17, 2011, 11:29:48 AM
Trey McNutt? (http://www.csnchicago.com/baseball-chicago-cubs/news/What-it-will-take-to-close-the-Epstein-d?blockID=578406&feedID=661)

How pathetic is it that our top pitching prospect had a 4.55 ERA last year, and that we can't risk losing him.

As long as a deal is eventually made, I'm willing to chalk up The Rickettses's apparent reticence to negotiation hardball.

I doubt the prospect is holding up the deal, probably more about what people Epstein is allowed to take with him holding up the deal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.

Or Craig Steltz. My guess is Harris wanted to leave and was being a dick about it. Not that it makes this a smart move but Harris was giving them nothing. Ce la vie.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 27, 2011, 10:54:02 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.

Or Craig Steltz. My guess is Harris wanted to leave and was being a dick about it. Not that it makes this a smart move but Harris was giving them nothing. Ce la vie.

And how. That dick still owes me a goddamn Super Bowl ticket!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 27, 2011, 11:46:36 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 27, 2011, 10:54:02 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.

Or Craig Steltz. My guess is Harris wanted to leave and was being a dick about it. Not that it makes this a smart move but Harris was giving them nothing. Ce la vie.

And how. That dick still owes me a goddamn Super Bowl ticket!

He won you on eBay?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 27, 2011, 11:48:51 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 11:46:36 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 27, 2011, 10:54:02 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.

Or Craig Steltz. My guess is Harris wanted to leave and was being a dick about it. Not that it makes this a smart move but Harris was giving them nothing. Ce la vie.

And how. That dick still owes me a goddamn Super Bowl ticket!

He won you on eBay?

No, ThrillHo's World is big on Cable Access Channel 19 in Huntley. (http://abclocal.go.com/wls/story?section=news/sports&id=4972307)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 11:51:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.

Or Craig Steltz. My guess is Harris wanted to leave and was being a dick about it. Not that it makes this a smart move but Harris was giving them nothing. Ce la vie.

I think Pex has it right.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 27, 2011, 12:01:20 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 11:51:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.

Or Craig Steltz. My guess is Harris wanted to leave and was being a dick about it. Not that it makes this a smart move but Harris was giving them nothing. Ce la vie.

I think Pex has it right.

Related? (http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2011-10-26/sports/ct-spt-1027-bits-bears-chicago--20111027_1_halas-hall-bears-jay-cutler)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 29, 2011, 12:48:11 PM
Ryan Demp- ... wait ... (sigh) (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/130335887887314946).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 29, 2011, 01:12:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 12:48:11 PM
Ryan Demp- ... wait ... (sigh) (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/130335887887314946).

He'll probably bounce back a bit next year. Besides, they need four other guys to start after Garza. I guess.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 29, 2011, 02:45:50 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 27, 2011, 12:01:20 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 11:51:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2011, 10:49:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 27, 2011, 10:46:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 27, 2011, 09:51:14 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 27, 2011, 09:44:27 AM

Chris Harris.

Not remotely sad to see him go. I thought he was a huge part of the defense. Turns out he's broken down.

It's certainly strange to see him getting destroyed like this. Manning's breakout year last year must have made Harris look a lot better than he was, but I still think cutting him makes no sense. Is Jerry familiar with the injury history of safeties in the Lovie era? I'd still rather have a gimpy Harris out there if Conte or Wright goes down than fucking Black Todd Johnson.

Or Craig Steltz. My guess is Harris wanted to leave and was being a dick about it. Not that it makes this a smart move but Harris was giving them nothing. Ce la vie.

I think Pex has it right.

Related? (http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2011-10-26/sports/ct-spt-1027-bits-bears-chicago--20111027_1_halas-hall-bears-jay-cutler)

Also related. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/nfl/story/_/id/7161494/detroit-lions-claim-ex-chicago-bear-chris-harris)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 29, 2011, 08:24:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 29, 2011, 01:12:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 12:48:11 PM
Ryan Demp- ... wait ... (sigh) (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/130335887887314946).

He'll probably bounce back a bit next year. Besides, they need four other guys to start after Garza. I guess.

Epstein is giving Dempster his own special copy of The Cubs Way: "Players are best seen, not heard."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 30, 2011, 01:38:00 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 08:24:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 29, 2011, 01:12:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 12:48:11 PM
Ryan Demp- ... wait ... (sigh) (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/130335887887314946).

He'll probably bounce back a bit next year. Besides, they need four other guys to start after Garza. I guess.

Epstein is giving Dempster his own special copy of The Cubs Way: "Players are best seen, not heard."

Sadly, I doubt it.  If that were the case, Kevin "Gobshite" Millar would never have been a Red Sock.  Cowboy up, my arse.

Wait... let me rephrase that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 31, 2011, 10:28:41 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 30, 2011, 01:38:00 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 08:24:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 29, 2011, 01:12:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 12:48:11 PM
Ryan Demp- ... wait ... (sigh) (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/130335887887314946).

He'll probably bounce back a bit next year. Besides, they need four other guys to start after Garza. I guess.

Epstein is giving Dempster his own special copy of The Cubs Way: "Players are best seen, not heard."

Sadly, I doubt it.  If that were the case, Kevin "Gobshite" Millar would never have been a Red Sock.  Cowboy up, my arse.

Wait... let me rephrase that.

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Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on October 31, 2011, 01:30:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 30, 2011, 01:38:00 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 08:24:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 29, 2011, 01:12:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 29, 2011, 12:48:11 PM
Ryan Demp- ... wait ... (sigh) (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/130335887887314946).

He'll probably bounce back a bit next year. Besides, they need four other guys to start after Garza. I guess.

Epstein is giving Dempster his own special copy of The Cubs Way: "Players are best seen, not heard."

Sadly, I doubt it.  If that were the case, Kevin "Gobshite" Millar would never have been a Red Sock.  Cowboy up, my arse.

Wait... let me rephrase that.

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Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:48:39 PM
Aramis Ramirez
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:48:48 PM
John Grabow
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:49:01 PM
Probably Carlos Pena.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 31, 2011, 02:57:12 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:48:48 PM
John Grabow

Finally.  Thanks, Jimbo.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on October 31, 2011, 03:09:00 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:48:39 PM
Aramis Ramirez

While it's probably time for this, he deserves better than to just appear in this thread lumped between gay Cowboys and John Grabow.

Thanks for being the best 3B I've ever rooted for, Aramis.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 31, 2011, 03:10:26 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 31, 2011, 03:09:00 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:48:39 PM
Aramis Ramirez

While it's probably time for this, he deserves better than to just appear in this thread lumped between gay Cowboys and John Grabow.

Thanks for being the best 3B I've ever rooted for, Aramis.

Where did he sign?  Did I miss something?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on October 31, 2011, 03:14:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 31, 2011, 03:10:26 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 31, 2011, 03:09:00 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:48:39 PM
Aramis Ramirez

While it's probably time for this, he deserves better than to just appear in this thread lumped between gay Cowboys and John Grabow.

Thanks for being the best 3B I've ever rooted for, Aramis.

Where did he sign?  Did I miss something?

The cubs are still on his "short" list.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 03:36:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.

Hoyer'd.

Except he's not and it won't happen, unless ARam wants to get a take a huge paycut.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 31, 2011, 03:51:37 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 03:36:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, [/s] in charge, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.

Hoyer'd.

Except he's not and it won't happen, unless ARam wants to get a take a huge paycut.

Yikes. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 31, 2011, 03:55:16 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:51:37 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 03:36:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, [/s] in charge, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.

Hoyer'd.

Except he's not and it won't happen, unless ARam wants to get a take a huge paycut.

Yikes. 

Double yikes?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 31, 2011, 04:18:19 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 03:36:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.

Hoyer'd.

Except he's not and it won't happen, unless ARam wants to get a take a huge paycut.

I dunno.  I think his turning down the option is all about maximising career earnings, rather than looking for the quick win next year.  There's no way Aramis is going to get $16mm next year as part of a long-term deal but he might get four years and $45mm, say.  If he takes the $16mm the Cubs are offering him now, that's all fine and dandy but then when he hits the free agent market in a year's time, he a) will be a year older b) will quite possibly have had a shitty year and c) could be up against Wright, Youkilis and Reynolds in the free agent market, any or all of whom could have had a good year.  If everything falls wrong for him, he could end up picking up shitty one- or two-year deals for the rest of his career and never make the forty-five he'd have made by turning down the seemingly easy money.

It seems like a sensible choice by Ramirez, and it also makes it possible for the Cubs to afford him, I reckon.  Or am I talking out of my arse?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 04:23:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 31, 2011, 04:18:19 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 03:36:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.

Hoyer'd.

Except he's not and it won't happen, unless ARam wants to get a take a huge paycut.

I dunno.  I think his turning down the option is all about maximising career earnings, rather than looking for the quick win next year.  There's no way Aramis is going to get $16mm next year as part of a long-term deal but he might get four years and $45mm, say.  If he takes the $16mm the Cubs are offering him now, that's all fine and dandy but then when he hits the free agent market in a year's time, he a) will be a year older b) will quite possibly have had a shitty year and c) could be up against Wright, Youkilis and Reynolds in the free agent market, any or all of whom could have had a good year.  If everything falls wrong for him, he could end up picking up shitty one- or two-year deals for the rest of his career and never make the forty-five he'd have made by turning down the seemingly easy money.

It seems like a sensible choice by Ramirez, and it also makes it possible for the Cubs to afford him, I reckon.  Or am I talking out of my arse?

I don't think they want him at all; I think they'd fancy the supplemental pick instead.

Pena, on the other hand, might be worth keeping, but I'd imagine he wants a multi-year deal.  He might also be one of those classes of free agent that triggers a draft pick (or two) if another team signs him, so let's just see how this plays out.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 04:44:37 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 04:23:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 31, 2011, 04:18:19 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 03:36:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.

Hoyer'd.

Except he's not and it won't happen, unless ARam wants to get a take a huge paycut.

I dunno.  I think his turning down the option is all about maximising career earnings, rather than looking for the quick win next year.  There's no way Aramis is going to get $16mm next year as part of a long-term deal but he might get four years and $45mm, say.  If he takes the $16mm the Cubs are offering him now, that's all fine and dandy but then when he hits the free agent market in a year's time, he a) will be a year older b) will quite possibly have had a shitty year and c) could be up against Wright, Youkilis and Reynolds in the free agent market, any or all of whom could have had a good year.  If everything falls wrong for him, he could end up picking up shitty one- or two-year deals for the rest of his career and never make the forty-five he'd have made by turning down the seemingly easy money.

It seems like a sensible choice by Ramirez, and it also makes it possible for the Cubs to afford him, I reckon.  Or am I talking out of my arse?

I don't think they want him at all; I think they'd fancy the supplemental pick instead.

Pena, on the other hand, might be worth keeping, but I'd imagine he wants a multi-year deal.  He might also be one of those classes of free agent that triggers a draft pick (or two) if another team signs him, so let's just see how this plays out.

I think Ramirez is gone for the reasons Gil stated above. Picks are king.

As for Pena, he's going to be one of the next best options to the teams that miss out on Al and Prince. I think he's probably going to command a similar annual salary, maybe a tad less, and definitely a couple more years. He can get that from someone. He won't get it from the Cubs.

LaHair is a cheap stopgap what the hell option and I wouldn't be shocked if he's the starter.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 31, 2011, 04:51:28 PM
I need a dude to play co-ed softball tonight at Eckhart at 8:30. 12". Any stopgaps available?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 31, 2011, 06:39:40 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 04:23:22 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 31, 2011, 04:18:19 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 03:36:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 31, 2011, 03:29:48 PM
Theo's the GM, making Ramirez' sticking around at least somewhat possible, no?  I mean, he mashes and is really good when healthy.  Fuck all.

Hoyer'd.

Except he's not and it won't happen, unless ARam wants to get a take a huge paycut.

I dunno.  I think his turning down the option is all about maximising career earnings, rather than looking for the quick win next year.  There's no way Aramis is going to get $16mm next year as part of a long-term deal but he might get four years and $45mm, say.  If he takes the $16mm the Cubs are offering him now, that's all fine and dandy but then when he hits the free agent market in a year's time, he a) will be a year older b) will quite possibly have had a shitty year and c) could be up against Wright, Youkilis and Reynolds in the free agent market, any or all of whom could have had a good year.  If everything falls wrong for him, he could end up picking up shitty one- or two-year deals for the rest of his career and never make the forty-five he'd have made by turning down the seemingly easy money.

It seems like a sensible choice by Ramirez, and it also makes it possible for the Cubs to afford him, I reckon.  Or am I talking out of my arse?

I don't think they want him at all; I think they'd fancy the supplemental pick instead.

Pena, on the other hand, might be worth keeping, but I'd imagine he wants a multi-year deal.  He might also be one of those classes of free agent that triggers a draft pick (or two) if another team signs him, so let's just see how this plays out.

Both are Type B and will net a Supplemental Round draft pick.  That's assuming they offer arbitration to Pena.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM

If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

In which case, neither ARam or Pena look to be part of that plan - and if they've made this sort of thinking known to the agents of these players, they probably don't want to be part of a rebuilding.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on October 31, 2011, 08:06:08 PM
Quote from: BH on October 31, 2011, 03:14:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 31, 2011, 03:10:26 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 31, 2011, 03:09:00 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:48:39 PM
Aramis Ramirez

While it's probably time for this, he deserves better than to just appear in this thread lumped between gay Cowboys and John Grabow.

Thanks for being the best 3B I've ever rooted for, Aramis.

Where did he sign?  Did I miss something?

The cubs are still on his "short" list.

....... No one?
........
........ Not even fork?


LEAVE OLEG OUT OF THIS
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 31, 2011, 08:37:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

I hope not. It shouldn't take 3-4 years for a well-run team with massive financial resources (and only $28 million committed in 2013) to compete in a weak division. It might take 3-4 years until their system is in place and the farm starts producing talent, but it won't take that long to be contenders.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 31, 2011, 08:50:24 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 31, 2011, 08:37:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

I hope not. It shouldn't take 3-4 years for a well-run team with massive financial resources (and only $28 million committed in 2013) to compete in a weak division. It might take 3-4 years until their system is in place and the farm starts producing talent, but it won't take that long to be contenders.

I'm talking contention for the whole enchilada. Maine South could compete in this division.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 31, 2011, 09:16:06 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 08:50:24 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 31, 2011, 08:37:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

I hope not. It shouldn't take 3-4 years for a well-run team with massive financial resources (and only $28 million committed in 2013) to compete in a weak division. It might take 3-4 years until their system is in place and the farm starts producing talent, but it won't take that long to be contenders.

I'm talking contention for the whole enchilada. Maine South could compete in this division.

There's not really a difference.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 31, 2011, 09:16:06 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 08:50:24 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 31, 2011, 08:37:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

I hope not. It shouldn't take 3-4 years for a well-run team with massive financial resources (and only $28 million committed in 2013) to compete in a weak division. It might take 3-4 years until their system is in place and the farm starts producing talent, but it won't take that long to be contenders.

I'm talking contention for the whole enchilada. Maine South could compete in this division.

There's not really a difference.

Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 11:00:56 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 31, 2011, 08:37:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

I hope not. It shouldn't take 3-4 years for a well-run team with massive financial resources (and only $28 million committed in 2013) to compete in a weak division. It might take 3-4 years until their system is in place and the farm starts producing talent, but it won't take that long to be contenders.

Which is why meatball callers to sports talk radio need to understand that the Cubs aren't going to throw huge money this year at free agents.  They'll wait until they feel that they are in position to contend and then attract free agents around the team at that point.

Additionally, this is also the reason why they need a manager who shares and understands that long term vision; rather than someone who simply wants to win as many games as he can (which he won't) in a short amount of time with mediocre talent, i.e. Quade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 31, 2011, 11:44:05 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 11:00:56 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 31, 2011, 08:37:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

I hope not. It shouldn't take 3-4 years for a well-run team with massive financial resources (and only $28 million committed in 2013) to compete in a weak division. It might take 3-4 years until their system is in place and the farm starts producing talent, but it won't take that long to be contenders.

Which is why meatball callers to sports talk radio need to understand that the Cubs aren't going to throw huge money this year at free agents.  They'll wait until they feel that they are in position to contend and then attract free agents around the team at that point.

Additionally, this is also the reason why they need a manager who shares and understands that long term vision; rather than someone who simply wants to win as many games as he can (which he won't) in a short amount of time with mediocre talent, i.e. Quade.

Yeah, I'm sure that was how Quade drew it up all those years in the minors. He'll get another shot somewhere sometime. And he's going to win. And every time he plays the Cubs he's going to come in and STICK IT UP OUR FUCKING ASSES.

Perhaps I should rephrase that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on November 01, 2011, 03:10:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 31, 2011, 11:44:05 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on October 31, 2011, 11:00:56 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 31, 2011, 08:37:16 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 06:53:07 PM
If Theo & Hoyer are as smart as we think they are, they're thinking 3-4 years down the road for contention.

I hope not. It shouldn't take 3-4 years for a well-run team with massive financial resources (and only $28 million committed in 2013) to compete in a weak division. It might take 3-4 years until their system is in place and the farm starts producing talent, but it won't take that long to be contenders.

Which is why meatball callers to sports talk radio need to understand that the Cubs aren't going to throw huge money this year at free agents.  They'll wait until they feel that they are in position to contend and then attract free agents around the team at that point.

Additionally, this is also the reason why they need a manager who shares and understands that long term vision; rather than someone who simply wants to win as many games as he can (which he won't) in a short amount of time with mediocre talent, i.e. Quade.

Yeah, I'm sure that was how Quade drew it up all those years in the minors. He'll get another shot somewhere sometime. And he's going to win. And every time he plays the Cubs he's going to come in and STICK IT UP OUR FUCKING ASSES.

Perhaps I should rephrase that.

No, you're good.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 08:24:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.

This is a pretty idiotic thing to write in any number of ways.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on November 01, 2011, 08:42:27 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 08:24:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.

This is a pretty idiotic thing to write in any number of ways.

It's easy to make it to the world series, so Fork is spot on. Come on luck!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 01, 2011, 10:23:25 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 08:24:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.

This is a pretty idiotic thing to write in any number of ways.

How so? Building a team to win in a shit division isn't the same as building a team to beat the Phillies in the postseason. Sure, things can break a less talented team's way, but you can't rely on it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 10:48:27 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 01, 2011, 10:23:25 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 08:24:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.

This is a pretty idiotic thing to write in any number of ways.

How so? Building a team to win in a shit division isn't the same as building a team to beat the Phillies in the postseason. Sure, things can break a less talented team's way, but you can't rely on it.

You can never have enough pitching.

Winning wins ballgames, ballgames win championships.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 01, 2011, 11:07:53 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 10:48:27 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 01, 2011, 10:23:25 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 08:24:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.

This is a pretty idiotic thing to write in any number of ways.

How so? Building a team to win in a shit division isn't the same as building a team to beat the Phillies in the postseason. Sure, things can break a less talented team's way, but you can't rely on it.

You can never have enough pitching.

Winning wins ballgames, ballgames win championships.

Losing is for losers. So win, because that's for winners. Win.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 01, 2011, 11:20:59 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 01, 2011, 11:07:53 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 10:48:27 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 01, 2011, 10:23:25 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 08:24:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.

This is a pretty idiotic thing to write in any number of ways.

How so? Building a team to win in a shit division isn't the same as building a team to beat the Phillies in the postseason. Sure, things can break a less talented team's way, but you can't rely on it.

You can never have enough pitching.

Winning wins ballgames, ballgames win championships.

Losing is for losers. So win, because that's for winners. Win.

You gotta have catching, otherwise the ball rolls to the backstop.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on November 01, 2011, 11:36:39 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 01, 2011, 10:23:25 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 08:24:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 31, 2011, 10:53:33 PM
Granted, you've only got to be in it to win it, but if the Cubs were going to get to the Series on dumb luck, it would have happened by now.

This is a pretty idiotic thing to write in any number of ways.

How so? Building a team to win in a shit division isn't the same as building a team to beat the Phillies in the postseason. Sure, things can break a less talented team's way, but you can't rely on it.

Code Select

Year                      Best Team?            WS Champ
2011                      Phillies                     Cardinals  (12)
2010                      Phillies                     Giants   (5)
2009                      Yankees                  Yankees (--)
2008                      Angels                     Phillies (11)
2007                      CLE/BOS                 Red Sox (--)
2006                      Mets/Yanks              Cardinals (14)
2005                       Cardinals                 White Sox (1)
2004                       Cardinals                  Red Sox (7)
2003                       Braves/Yanks            Marlins (10)
2002                         A's/Yanks               Angels (4)
2001                        Mariners                   Diamondbacks (24)
2000                        Giants                      Yankees (10)
1999                        Braves                     Yankees (5)
1998                        Yankees                   Yankees (--)
1997                         Braves                      Marlins (9)

That's all the World Champions (and the guys with the best record in baseball) dating back 15 seasons, since the advent of Interleague play. The World Series champion finished the regular season an average of 7.47 games worse than the best team in baseball. It looks like once a team secures a playoff berth, dumb luck plays a big part.

Let's put aside 2003. If you gave me the power to change just five plays in the 1998 NLDS, the Cubs are rematching the Padres in the NLCS that year. (The Padres, by the way, were lucky to get by the Astros.) I think I'd need only three plays to change and the Cubs would have hosted Game 1 of the 2007 NLCS against the Rockies.

I'd need more than five plays to change the outcome of 2008, but that was a three-game performance so out of character for the team we saw the rest of the year. You go to 2003 and 1984 and 1989, and you might have only needed the power to change a total of five plays and the Cubs would have had three pennants in our lifetimes.

Dumb luck plays a big part in the Cubs history. But here's the other thing you shouldn't ignore: 11 teams appear in the "best team" column. Six have won World Series during that time (Yankees, Phillies, Giants, Red Sox, Angels, Cardinals). Of the other five, Cleveland won a pennant during that period (going seven games), went to the seventh game of another LCS, and won another pennant just two years prior to the beginning of this period; the Mets won a pennant and went to the seventh game of another LCS; and the Braves won a pennant and had come off a World Series win just two years prior to the start of this period. The A's and the Mariners are the luckless ones, but four A's World Championships aren't that distant a memory. As for the Mariners, well, consider that they won their 116 games in 2001 following the departures of  Randy Johnson (mid-1997), Ken Griffey Jr. (end of 1999) and Alex Rodriguez (end of 2000).

What's my point? I'm not sure now, but maybe it has to be that the more often you roll the dice, the better chance you get an epic postseason choke, but also the better chance you win as there seems to be little short-term correlation of a team's regular-season dominance to its post-season success.

Let's look again what Dallas Green did with the Cubs. They were more rancid and less interesting in 1981 than they were in 2011. True story. Green rebuilt them into a semi-contender in 1983 (they were a half game out of first on the morning of July 4th, as the Cubs evidently did get hotter than shit just so Lee Elia could shove it up the ass of the 5,000 nickel-dime people who showed up every day) and a division champion in 1984. This was a quick rebuild job, and by the end of 1988, only Sandberg, Sanderson and Rick Sutcliffe remained. In 1989, the Cubs reaped the true fruit of Dallas Green's system.

That's what to expect, ideally, with Epstein. Build a competitive team that could mount a run for a division title early, and then quietly build a pipeline of young talent to replace the aging team later. I don't think it's out of the question to sign Aramis, especially if Epstein has the freedom to pursue Fielder and a top-line starting pitcher.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 01, 2011, 11:54:18 AM
Intrepid Reader:  ChubbyJulie

What have you assholes done to this thread?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on November 01, 2011, 11:57:28 AM
Long story short, just be good enough to get to the playoffs, and anything could happen
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on November 01, 2011, 11:58:27 AM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on November 01, 2011, 11:57:28 AM
Long story short, just be good enough to get to the playoffs, and anything could happen

Yeah, but being concise doesn't help the procrastination process.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on November 01, 2011, 12:33:38 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on November 01, 2011, 11:57:28 AM
Long story short, just be good enough to get to the playoffs, and anything could happen

LEAVE OLEG OUT OF THIS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 04:14:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*

Bump. (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/131467942658457600)

Ramirez "likely he'll be moving on."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 04:27:42 PM
Quote from: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 04:14:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*

Bump. (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/131467942658457600)

Ramirez "likely he'll be moving on."

AIN'T. GONE. YET.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 05:02:04 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 04:27:42 PM
Quote from: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 04:14:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*

Bump. (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/131467942658457600)

Ramirez "likely he'll be moving on."

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_aYmx3hE2E8E/RyZNDrbFZfI/AAAAAAAAAl0/xvEqB93vqfk/s400/its_just_a_flesh_wound.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 05:06:05 PM
Quote from: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 05:02:04 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 04:27:42 PM
Quote from: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 04:14:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*

Bump. (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/131467942658457600)

Ramirez "likely he'll be moving on."

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

(http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_aYmx3hE2E8E/RyZNDrbFZfI/AAAAAAAAAl0/xvEqB93vqfk/s400/its_just_a_flesh_wound.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/0ZoNX.jpg?4904)

Oh, I can't take him like that. It's against regulations.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 01, 2011, 06:40:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 04:27:42 PM
Quote from: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 04:14:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*

Bump. (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/131467942658457600)

Ramirez "likely he'll be moving on."

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

(But probably gone.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on November 01, 2011, 10:08:40 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 01, 2011, 06:40:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 04:27:42 PM
Quote from: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 04:14:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*

Bump. (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/131467942658457600)

Ramirez "likely he'll be moving on."

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

(But probably gone.)

(But not yet.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on November 01, 2011, 11:38:05 PM
Quote from: Bort on November 01, 2011, 10:08:40 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 01, 2011, 06:40:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 01, 2011, 04:27:42 PM
Quote from: PenPho on November 01, 2011, 04:14:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 01, 2011, 12:01:56 PM
Let's put this where it belongs. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7938.msg247161#msg247161)

Also, Ramirez ain't gone yet.  Fuck you.

*puts dustpan away*

Bump. (http://twitter.com/#!/cst_cubs/status/131467942658457600)

Ramirez "likely he'll be moving on."

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

(But probably gone.)

(But not yet.)

BUT*

*yes, totes gone
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on November 02, 2011, 01:40:31 PM
Mike Quade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on November 02, 2011, 01:48:14 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on November 02, 2011, 01:40:31 PM
Mike Quade.

God damn it, Epstein.

*grows all hair back on body*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on December 08, 2011, 07:43:31 PM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story)

Tyler Colvin  & DJ LeMahieu
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 08, 2011, 08:23:50 PM
Quote from: Waco Kid on December 08, 2011, 07:43:31 PM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story)

Tyler Colvin  & DJ LeMahieu

NOT TYLENOL GLAVIN
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on December 08, 2011, 08:48:16 PM
Quote from: Waco Kid on December 08, 2011, 07:43:31 PM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story)

Tyler Colvin  & DJ LeMahieu

Are the Cubs finally out of shitty, slap-dick, Cajuns?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 08, 2011, 08:56:41 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 08, 2011, 08:48:16 PM
Quote from: Waco Kid on December 08, 2011, 07:43:31 PM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-acquire-stewart-from-rockies-in-4player-deal-20111208,0,7724196.story)

Tyler Colvin  & DJ LeMahieu

Are the Cubs finally out of shitty, slap-dick, Cajuns?

YOU APOLOGIZE TO *IAN RIGHT NOW, MISTER.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 09, 2011, 04:59:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

I take your point, but I'm not sure you can call Flaherty "shipped off".
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 09, 2011, 09:48:01 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 09, 2011, 04:59:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

I take your point, but I'm not sure you can call Flaherty "shipped off".

Yeah. I was feeling lazy and didn't want to clarify.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:31:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

Probably why they haven't gotten around to finalizing compensation for Theo yet.

Cherington took one look and said, "Really? This is it? Well...why don't you just get back to work."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 09, 2011, 10:32:39 AM
Quote from: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:31:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

Probably why they haven't gotten around to finalizing compensation for Theo yet.

Cherington took one look and said, "Really? This is it? Well...why don't you just get back to work."

Except the Red Sox took a guy from the Cubs in the Rule 5 draft, too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:41:46 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 09, 2011, 10:32:39 AM
Quote from: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:31:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

Probably why they haven't gotten around to finalizing compensation for Theo yet.

Cherington took one look and said, "Really? This is it? Well...why don't you just get back to work."

Except the Red Sox took a guy from the Cubs in the Rule 5 draft, too.

Was it JOSH HAMILTON?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 09, 2011, 10:42:38 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 09, 2011, 10:32:39 AM
Quote from: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:31:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

Probably why they haven't gotten around to finalizing compensation for Theo yet.

Cherington took one look and said, "Really? This is it? Well...why don't you just get back to work."

Except the Red Sox took a guy from the Cubs in the Rule 5 draft, too.

(and traded him like immediately)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 09, 2011, 10:52:14 AM
Quote from: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:41:46 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 09, 2011, 10:32:39 AM
Quote from: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:31:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

Probably why they haven't gotten around to finalizing compensation for Theo yet.

Cherington took one look and said, "Really? This is it? Well...why don't you just get back to work."

Except the Red Sox took a guy from the Cubs in the Rule 5 draft, too.

Was it JOSH HAMILTON?

Anyone but Hak-Ju Lee.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 11:01:49 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 09, 2011, 10:52:14 AM
Quote from: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:41:46 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 09, 2011, 10:32:39 AM
Quote from: PenPho on December 09, 2011, 10:31:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2011, 10:48:30 PM
So Theo has shipped off three recent top-50 draft choices from Wilken just today (Colvin, LeMahieu, Flaherty). He must have been pretty impressed with the system coming in.

Probably why they haven't gotten around to finalizing compensation for Theo yet.

Cherington took one look and said, "Really? This is it? Well...why don't you just get back to work."

Except the Red Sox took a guy from the Cubs in the Rule 5 draft, too.

Was it JOSH HAMILTON?

Anyone but Hak-Ju Lee.

Well, that's ridiculous because Hak-Ju Lee is clearly a huge part of the future for....

Wait....WHAT?!?!!?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 07:21:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.

Your pronoun use is confusing.

After some thought and a bit of sentence diagraming, though, I feel comfortable assuming that the "him" above (ie, the former Cub you most despise) is Alex Gonzalez, not Aramis.

But now I'm doubly confused, because the Alex Gonzalez the Brewers just signed is a totally different person than the Alex Gonzalez who booted a sure-fire GIDP for the Cubs in October of 2003. The former is 34 and played against the Cubs in that game, while the latter is 38 and retired from baseball in 2006.

But do go on... Tell us some more about the meatball retards at Wrigley who we'll see booing the wrong guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on December 12, 2011, 07:38:52 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 07:21:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.

Your pronoun use is confusing.

After some thought and a bit of sentence diagraming, though, I feel comfortable assuming that the "him" above (ie, the former Cub you most despise) is Alex Gonzalez, not Aramis.

But now I'm doubly confused, because the Alex Gonzalez the Brewers just signed is a totally different person than the Alex Gonzalez who booted a sure-fire GIDP for the Cubs in October of 2003. The former is 34 and played against the Cubs in that game, while the latter is 38 and retired from baseball in 2006.

But do go on... Tell us some more about the meatball retards at Wrigley who we'll see booing the wrong guy.

(http://bbsimg.ngfiles.com/19/22494000/ngbbs4d64b1c28c5b6.gif)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 09:38:23 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 07:21:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.

Your pronoun use is confusing.

After some thought and a bit of sentence diagraming, though, I feel comfortable assuming that the "him" above (ie, the former Cub you most despise) is Alex Gonzalez, not Aramis.

But now I'm doubly confused, because the Alex Gonzalez the Brewers just signed is a totally different person than the Alex Gonzalez who booted a sure-fire GIDP for the Cubs in October of 2003. The former is 34 and played against the Cubs in that game, while the latter is 38 and retired from baseball in 2006.

But do go on... Tell us some more about the meatball retards at Wrigley who we'll see booing the wrong guy.

I clicked on the player link in the story, and it linked to the Alex Gonzalez who played for the Cubs in '03 and '04.  So my bad--I blame ESPN's lazy web content producers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 13, 2011, 12:00:03 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 09:38:23 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 07:21:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.

Your pronoun use is confusing.

After some thought and a bit of sentence diagraming, though, I feel comfortable assuming that the "him" above (ie, the former Cub you most despise) is Alex Gonzalez, not Aramis.

But now I'm doubly confused, because the Alex Gonzalez the Brewers just signed is a totally different person than the Alex Gonzalez who booted a sure-fire GIDP for the Cubs in October of 2003. The former is 34 and played against the Cubs in that game, while the latter is 38 and retired from baseball in 2006.

But do go on... Tell us some more about the meatball retards at Wrigley who we'll see booing the wrong guy.

I clicked on the player link in the story, and it linked to the Alex Gonzalez who played for the Cubs in '03 and '04.  So my bad--I blame ESPN's lazy web content producers.

I blame them too.  How was I to know that she wasn't a real nun?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on December 13, 2011, 07:20:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

Forgive him. He's typing all this stuff with Sydney Crosby's brain
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on December 13, 2011, 07:29:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

I would boo him just to see Steve Bartman smile again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 13, 2011, 08:16:46 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on December 13, 2011, 07:29:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

I would boo him just to see Steve Bartman smile again.

You've seen Steve Bartman smile before?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 13, 2011, 08:34:30 AM
Koyie Dolan Hill.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 13, 2011, 08:37:12 AM
Also, not strictly relevant here, but Ryan Theriot has been released by the Tards.  I don't know how to feel about that - much as seeing him jobless warms the cockles of my heart, they'd have been far worse off if they'd kept him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on December 13, 2011, 08:49:19 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 08:16:46 AM
You've seen Steve Bartman smile before?

Guess not.

For reals, I watched some of that Bartman 30 for 30 thing and I really felt bad for the guy.  I guess I want him to feel like a human being again.  That guy's life was changed that day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on December 13, 2011, 08:53:36 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on December 13, 2011, 08:49:19 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 08:16:46 AM
You've seen Steve Bartman smile before?

Guess not.

For reals, I watched some of that Bartman 30 for 30 thing and I really felt bad for the guy.  I guess I want him to feel like a human being again.  That guy's life was changed that day.

So was the internet's, today, on this day, the day that you made this post.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 13, 2011, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

Still trying to let AGon off the hook after all these years?

QuoteBut let's all the cut the crap here. I'm not looking for a scapegoat, I'm just calling it like I see it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on December 13, 2011, 11:03:27 AM
It was all Bernie Mac's fault.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on December 13, 2011, 11:08:40 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 13, 2011, 11:03:27 AM
It was all Bernie Mac's fault.

or Mercury's retrograde.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 13, 2011, 11:55:52 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 13, 2011, 08:37:12 AM
Also, not strictly relevant here, but Ryan Theriot has been released by the Tards.  I don't know how to feel about that - much as seeing him jobless warms the cockles of my heart, they'd have been far worse off if they'd kept him.

But the Giants are keeping Fontenot. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 13, 2011, 12:18:49 PM
By the way, the next time David Huh or another guy calls the bears backup RB "Marion Bartman," you can find me on a multi-state killing spree beginning at the sports desk of the Chicago Tribune and ending somewhere on Tim Tebow's or any one of the Alex Gonzalezes' doorsteps.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on December 13, 2011, 01:01:38 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 13, 2011, 12:18:49 PMBy the way, the next time David Huh or another guy calls the bears backup RB "Marion Bartman," you can find me on a multi-state killing spree beginning at the sports desk of the Chicago Tribune and ending somewhere on Tim Tebow's or any one of the Alex Gonzalezes' doorsteps.

That, and then some. (http://www.obstructedview.net/articles/general/chicago-media-mourns-bears-loss-by-mocking-steve-bartman-for-some-reason.html) The Jockey's lame tweet gets a thumbs up from noted humorists Huh and Ofman.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 13, 2011, 01:03:28 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 13, 2011, 12:18:49 PM
By the way, the next time David Huh or another guy calls the bears backup RB "Marion Bartman," you can find me on a multi-state killing spree beginning at the sports desk of the Chicago Tribune and ending somewhere on Tim Tebow's or any one of the Alex Gonzalezes' doorsteps.

Agreed.  Of all the goats to go with, Huh choose a guy who did nothing?

Marion Durham.
Marion Lancaster.
Marion Brown.
Marion Dybzinski.

So much history, such lame writing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on December 13, 2011, 01:07:16 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 13, 2011, 01:03:28 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 13, 2011, 12:18:49 PM
By the way, the next time David Huh or another guy calls the bears backup RB "Marion Bartman," you can find me on a multi-state killing spree beginning at the sports desk of the Chicago Tribune and ending somewhere on Tim Tebow's or any one of the Alex Gonzalezes' doorsteps.

Agreed.  Of all the goats to go with, Huh choose a guy who did nothing?

Marion Durham.
Marion Lancaster.
Marion Brown.
Marion Dybzinski.

So much history, such lame writing.

"With his crack-headed running out of bounds, Marion Barber officially crossed into Marion Barry territory."

I would have liked that line.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 13, 2011, 01:48:37 PM
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2j97VZLZ82k/TotY_c7C7YI/AAAAAAAAlpc/-PJA7GbA_-s/s400/Marion%2BRoss1.jpeg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on December 13, 2011, 01:52:42 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 13, 2011, 01:48:37 PM
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2j97VZLZ82k/TotY_c7C7YI/AAAAAAAAlpc/-PJA7GbA_-s/s400/Marion%2BRoss1.jpeg)

(http://www.evangelicaloutreach.org/PatRobertson.jpg)

Real name: "Marion Gordon Robertson"
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 13, 2011, 01:57:55 PM
(http://www.originaloldradio.com/john_wayne.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on December 13, 2011, 01:59:07 PM
(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_91s-Zkod9Gc/TLBCIYBlbAI/AAAAAAAAKd0/uuEZmhWtw2I/s1600/dawn+wells+03.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 13, 2011, 02:03:14 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/Nzacs.jpg)

Wait... What are we supposed to be doing again?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 13, 2011, 02:04:04 PM
This shit isn't hard.

Neither Pete Rose nor John Gotti have as bitter memories of Marion as Bears fans....


(http://www.foxnews.com/static/managed/img/Entertainment/2008/Federal%20Prison_monster_397x224.jpg)


The Bears' playoff hopes got the kind of haircut you'd expect from Park Ave. Barbershop, a Marion (Ind.) Barber... (https://foursquare.com/v/park-ave-barber-shop/4d0b9fe0dd5fa1cd0c1f5a89)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 13, 2011, 02:06:40 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 13, 2011, 02:03:14 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/Nzacs.jpg)

Wait... What are we supposed to be doing again?

If the Hawks and Bears swapped their Maria(o)ns, the Hawks surely would have lost to Phoenix Sunday without Marian Hossa's heroics. The Bears also would have lost, because Hossa is probably much worse at football than Marion Barber.

Can I write for the Trib now?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on December 13, 2011, 02:15:45 PM
(http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ilkane/MarionIL1906.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 13, 2011, 02:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

This is irony, right?

This from same person who has-on countless occasions-brought up the horror of Mark DeRosa booting the double play in that one playoff series (Dodgers? D-Backs? I can't remember any more) where they ended up getting swept anyway.  

If the above post was sincere (or Sincere IronyTM,) then I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain.

*Edit: In my effort to wipe all of this from my memory, I think DeRosa actually hit into a double-play, rather than boot one in the field. But I'm not entirely sure, it could have been either or both. Original point still stands.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 13, 2011, 03:13:20 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 13, 2011, 02:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

This is irony, right?

This from same person who has-on countless occasions-brought up the horror of Mark DeRosa booting the double play in that one playoff series (Dodgers? D-Backs? I can't remember any more) where they ended up getting swept anyway.  

If the above post was sincere (or Sincere IronyTM,) then I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain.

I think what we're seeing here, in coincidence with the end of Mercury's retrograde is a kinder, gentler Huard. He has probably realized that a softer, quieter approach can get him well into paydirt where he actually longed to be. Frustrations now ended, he's free to forgive everyone up to and including poor DeRo, who grounded into a DP against Livan and dashed the Cubs last, best hope avoiding the broom vs. the Snakes in 2007. Mark probably kicked one in that fateful abortion of an inning in Game 2 of the '08  NLDS but I've scrubbed most of that from my memory.

#2big4anal
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2011, 03:36:27 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 13, 2011, 02:16:01 PM
This from same person who has-on countless occasions-brought up the horror of Mark DeRosa booting the double play in that one playoff series (Dodgers? D-Backs? I can't remember any more) where they ended up getting swept anyway.  

If the above post was sincere (or Sincere IronyTM,) then I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain.

*Edit: In my effort to wipe all of this from my memory, I think DeRosa actually hit into a double-play, rather than boot one in the field. But I'm not entirely sure, it could have been either or both. Original point still stands.

I'd also like to hear the distinction. And yeah, it was DeRosa grounding into a double play with the Cubs down 2 games to 0, and 3-1 in the 5th inning with the bases loaded.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on December 13, 2011, 03:51:53 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2011, 03:36:27 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 13, 2011, 02:16:01 PM
This from same person who has-on countless occasions-brought up the horror of Mark DeRosa booting the double play in that one playoff series (Dodgers? D-Backs? I can't remember any more) where they ended up getting swept anyway.  

If the above post was sincere (or Sincere IronyTM,) then I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain.

*Edit: In my effort to wipe all of this from my memory, I think DeRosa actually hit into a double-play, rather than boot one in the field. But I'm not entirely sure, it could have been either or both. Original point still stands.

I'd also like to hear the distinction. And yeah, it was DeRosa grounding into a double play with the Cubs down 2 games to 0, and 3-1 in the 5th inning with the bases loaded.

DeRosa was one of four Cubs to ground into a double play that game.

http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200710060.shtml (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200710060.shtml)

I'm no expert, but I'm guessing that when you have four of those in a game, you tend to lose.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 13, 2011, 07:13:40 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on December 13, 2011, 03:51:53 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2011, 03:36:27 PM
Quote from: PenPho on December 13, 2011, 02:16:01 PM
This from same person who has-on countless occasions-brought up the horror of Mark DeRosa booting the double play in that one playoff series (Dodgers? D-Backs? I can't remember any more) where they ended up getting swept anyway.  

If the above post was sincere (or Sincere IronyTM,) then I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain.

*Edit: In my effort to wipe all of this from my memory, I think DeRosa actually hit into a double-play, rather than boot one in the field. But I'm not entirely sure, it could have been either or both. Original point still stands.

I'd also like to hear the distinction. And yeah, it was DeRosa grounding into a double play with the Cubs down 2 games to 0, and 3-1 in the 5th inning with the bases loaded.

DeRosa was one of four Cubs to ground into a double play that game.

http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200710060.shtml (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200710060.shtml)

I'm no expert, but I'm guessing that when you have four of those in a game, you tend to lose.

As meatball as Huey's lingering angst is I remember DeRosa's at-bat vividly as do, I'm sure, the rest of you. It was by far the worst part of a terrible game.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on December 13, 2011, 10:37:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

It'd have more effect heckling him in some random park--people are resiliant psychologically...odds are if he were at say, Petco, he wouldn't have thought of it that day or be thinking about it during his at bat.  And yes, I would hope that upon hearing it, he'd feel something, preferably awful, terrible, soul-blackening feeling.

To be fair, if I made millions of dollars over a career, but botched the biggest ground ball in the history of the Cubs' franchise, I'd say I deserved it too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 14, 2011, 08:03:43 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 13, 2011, 10:37:44 PM

To be fair, if I made millions of dollars over a career, but botched the biggest ground ball in the history of the Cubs' franchise, I'd say I deserved it too.

No you wouldn't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 08:47:11 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 13, 2011, 10:37:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

It'd have more effect heckling him in some random park--people are resiliant psychologically...odds are if he were at say, Petco, he wouldn't have thought of it that day or be thinking about it during his at bat.  And yes, I would hope that upon hearing it, he'd feel something, preferably awful, terrible, soul-blackening feeling.

To be fair, if I made millions of dollars over a career, but botched the biggest ground ball in the history of the Cubs' franchise, I'd say I deserved it too.

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 14, 2011, 08:59:30 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 08:47:11 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 13, 2011, 10:37:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

It'd have more effect heckling him in some random park--people are resiliant psychologically...odds are if he were at say, Petco, he wouldn't have thought of it that day or be thinking about it during his at bat.  And yes, I would hope that upon hearing it, he'd feel something, preferably awful, terrible, soul-blackening feeling.

To be fair, if I made millions of dollars over a career, but botched the biggest ground ball in the history of the Cubs' franchise, I'd say I deserved it too.

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

To be fair, Gwynn's ball hit the lip and shot over Sandberg's head.

And maybe part of my thinly-veiled insecurity is the fact that Leon Durham was my favorite player on that Cubs team.  I rock a #10 in honor of Bull when I play ball, and I've been doing it since before I grew to despise Ron Santo.  I can't be mad at Durham either.  If you're expecting me to be rational and consistent, well, sorry.

And Mark DeRosa is worse than Hitler.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 14, 2011, 09:28:36 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 14, 2011, 08:59:30 AM

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

To be fair, Gwynn's ball hit the lip and shot over Sandberg's head.

And maybe part of my thinly-veiled insecurity is the fact that Leon Durham was my favorite player on that Cubs team.  I rock a #10 in honor of Bull when I play ball, and I've been doing it since before I grew to despise Ron Santo.  I can't be mad at Durham either.  If you're expecting me to be rational and consistent, well, sorry.


[/quote]

That was 28 years ago.  When it happened I walked out of the house and around the block so that I wouldn't say anything that I would regret later.  I am sure that Mrs. Cubbieblue told the kids (they were teenagers then) to act as though nothing had happened.  When I returned nothing was said.  Life went on.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 14, 2011, 09:35:40 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 08:47:11 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 13, 2011, 10:37:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

It'd have more effect heckling him in some random park--people are resiliant psychologically...odds are if he were at say, Petco, he wouldn't have thought of it that day or be thinking about it during his at bat.  And yes, I would hope that upon hearing it, he'd feel something, preferably awful, terrible, soul-blackening feeling.

To be fair, if I made millions of dollars over a career, but botched the biggest ground ball in the history of the Cubs' franchise, I'd say I deserved it too.

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

Even after the clusterfuck that was the 8th inning in 2003, the fact was that they had another home game after that. The ground ball in 1984 is equalled in Cub Lore only by Hack Wilson's fly ball in the sun.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 14, 2011, 09:41:08 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 14, 2011, 09:35:40 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 08:47:11 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 13, 2011, 10:37:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

It'd have more effect heckling him in some random park--people are resiliant psychologically...odds are if he were at say, Petco, he wouldn't have thought of it that day or be thinking about it during his at bat.  And yes, I would hope that upon hearing it, he'd feel something, preferably awful, terrible, soul-blackening feeling.

To be fair, if I made millions of dollars over a career, but botched the biggest ground ball in the history of the Cubs' franchise, I'd say I deserved it too.

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

Even after the clusterfuck that was the 8th inning in 2003, the fact was that they had another home game after that. The ground ball in 1984 is equalled in Cub Lore only by Hack Wilson's fly ball in the sun.

I can't help but wonder if you got a sunburn that day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 09:53:55 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 14, 2011, 09:35:40 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 08:47:11 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 13, 2011, 10:37:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2011, 04:33:38 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on December 12, 2011, 06:30:02 PM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2011, 12:29:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 12, 2011, 12:20:51 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2011, 11:46:42 AM
Quote from: PenPho on November 15, 2011, 01:41:54 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 14, 2011, 08:09:35 PM
Aramis Ramirez. (http://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/136209443837849600)

AIN'T GONE YE....yeah, he's gone.

Aramis Ramirez. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7345064/ex-chicago-cubs-aramis-ramirez-heads-milwaukee-brewers)

THIS MEANS MY KUBBEEZ GOTTA GET FIELDER NOW!

I still like this move, even if it means paying a lot for Fielder.

Unfortuantely, meathead Cubs fans are probably more likely to boo Ramirez upon his return to Wrigley than Alex Gonzalez.  I would happily pay to sit behind the plate and lay into him for a game.  I honestly can't think of a former Cub who I despise more than him.


Why would you boo Alex Gonzalez anyway?  Do you think he WANTED to bobble that ball?  Would standing up and screaming at him for fucking up a play that he's probably replayed in his mind at least 10,000 times since really going to even make you feel better, let alone make him feel worse?  I'm asking honestly, and this is coming from an old drunken, leather-lunged, meatball heckler.  I honestly think there's something wrong with your brain if you're being serious (and part of me says you CAN'T be).

It'd have more effect heckling him in some random park--people are resiliant psychologically...odds are if he were at say, Petco, he wouldn't have thought of it that day or be thinking about it during his at bat.  And yes, I would hope that upon hearing it, he'd feel something, preferably awful, terrible, soul-blackening feeling.

To be fair, if I made millions of dollars over a career, but botched the biggest ground ball in the history of the Cubs' franchise, I'd say I deserved it too.

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

Even after the clusterfuck that was the 8th inning in 2003, the fact was that they had another home game after that. The ground ball in 1984 is equalled in Cub Lore only by Hack Wilson's fly ball in the sun.

Never mind any of that.  On May 26, 1984 (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN198405260.shtml), Larry Bowa hits a two-out, two-run single in the sixth to pull the Cubs into a 5-5 tie with Cincinnati. During the Seventh Inning Stretch, Bowa is named the Midas Touch Player of the Game. That asshole was too busy reveling in the muffler repair shop chain honor to do simple things such as cleanly field a ground ball with a runner on first base and one out in the 9th with the Cubs nursing a 6-5 lead. Instead of turning the tailor made double play, Cesar Cedeno reached base and a young Eric Davis (who reached base on a completely unmemorable error by Ryne Sandberg) made it to second.

So after Steve Trout (yes, he came in relief in this game) retired Dave Parker, pinch-hitter Tony Perez hit a two run single to put the Reds up 7-6.

Then, of course, with the tying run on second and two out, Mr. Midas Touch Player of the Game meekly grounded out to first. Reds swept the Cubs. Not cool, Larry. A not-quite 9-year-old T.J. was willing to tell anyone who would listen that day that Larry Bowa should be burned at the stake.

I'm still angry at Larry Bowa and Midas.

Should Larry Bowa replace Ron Roenicke as manager of the Brewers, I'm sitting next to CFiHP, but not heckling Alex Gonzalez, nor Aramis, nor PED-boy, nor anyone but Larry Bowa. He fucked up what would have been a pleasant afternoon for me 27 years ago!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 14, 2011, 10:52:35 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 09:53:55 AM
Never mind any of that.  On May 26, 1984 (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN198405260.shtml), Larry Bowa hits a two-out, two-run single in the sixth to pull the Cubs into a 5-5 tie with Cincinnati. During the Seventh Inning Stretch, Bowa is named the Midas Touch Player of the Game. That asshole was too busy reveling in the muffler repair shop chain honor to do simple things such as cleanly field a ground ball with a runner on first base and one out in the 9th with the Cubs nursing a 6-5 lead. Instead of turning the tailor made double play, Cesar Cedeno reached base and a young Eric Davis (who reached base on a completely unmemorable error by Ryne Sandberg) made it to second.

So after Steve Trout (yes, he came in relief in this game) retired Dave Parker, pinch-hitter Tony Perez hit a two run single to put the Reds up 7-6.

Then, of course, with the tying run on second and two out, Mr. Midas Touch Player of the Game meekly grounded out to first. Reds swept the Cubs. Not cool, Larry. A not-quite 9-year-old T.J. was willing to tell anyone who would listen that day that Larry Bowa should be burned at the stake.

I'm still angry at Larry Bowa and Midas.

Should Larry Bowa replace Ron Roenicke as manager of the Brewers, I'm sitting next to CFiHP, but not heckling Alex Gonzalez, nor Aramis, nor PED-boy, nor anyone but Larry Bowa. He fucked up what would have been a pleasant afternoon for me 27 years ago!

I remember listening to that game on the radio...one of the few Saturday afternoon games not televised. At least Harry did play-by-play for innings 1-3 and 7-9 as if it was TV.  I still remember his disgusted call on the Perez single. I also remember the next day when Dennis Eckersley made his Cubs debut, Keith Moreland hit a controversial homerun that was overturned, and Don Zimmer was tackled by Mario Soto during the ensuing fracas, swallowed his chew, and vomited on the field. /#rainman

Most of all, though, fuck Mark DeRosa.  
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on December 14, 2011, 10:57:54 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 14, 2011, 10:52:35 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 09:53:55 AM
Never mind any of that.  On May 26, 1984 (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN198405260.shtml), Larry Bowa hits a two-out, two-run single in the sixth to pull the Cubs into a 5-5 tie with Cincinnati. During the Seventh Inning Stretch, Bowa is named the Midas Touch Player of the Game. That asshole was too busy reveling in the muffler repair shop chain honor to do simple things such as cleanly field a ground ball with a runner on first base and one out in the 9th with the Cubs nursing a 6-5 lead. Instead of turning the tailor made double play, Cesar Cedeno reached base and a young Eric Davis (who reached base on a completely unmemorable error by Ryne Sandberg) made it to second.

So after Steve Trout (yes, he came in relief in this game) retired Dave Parker, pinch-hitter Tony Perez hit a two run single to put the Reds up 7-6.

Then, of course, with the tying run on second and two out, Mr. Midas Touch Player of the Game meekly grounded out to first. Reds swept the Cubs. Not cool, Larry. A not-quite 9-year-old T.J. was willing to tell anyone who would listen that day that Larry Bowa should be burned at the stake.

I'm still angry at Larry Bowa and Midas.

Should Larry Bowa replace Ron Roenicke as manager of the Brewers, I'm sitting next to CFiHP, but not heckling Alex Gonzalez, nor Aramis, nor PED-boy, nor anyone but Larry Bowa. He fucked up what would have been a pleasant afternoon for me 27 years ago!

I remember listening to that game on the radio...one of the few Saturday afternoon games not televised. At least Harry did play-by-play for innings 1-3 and 7-9 as if it was TV.  I still remember his disgusted call on the Perez single. I also remember the next day when Dennis Eckersley made his Cubs debut, Keith Moreland hit a controversial homerun that was overturned, and Don Zimmer was tackled by Mario Soto during the ensuing fracas, swallowed his chew, and vomited on the field. /#rainman

Most of all, though, fuck Mark DeRosa.

That story is worthy of this thread title. Well played, Raymond.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 14, 2011, 10:58:31 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 14, 2011, 09:28:36 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 14, 2011, 08:59:30 AM

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

To be fair, Gwynn's ball hit the lip and shot over Sandberg's head.

And maybe part of my thinly-veiled insecurity is the fact that Leon Durham was my favorite player on that Cubs team.  I rock a #10 in honor of Bull when I play ball, and I've been doing it since before I grew to despise Ron Santo.  I can't be mad at Durham either.  If you're expecting me to be rational and consistent, well, sorry.



That was 28 years ago.  When it happened I walked out of the house and around the block so that I wouldn't say anything that I would regret later.  I am sure that Mrs. Cubbieblue told the kids (they were teenagers then) to act as though nothing had happened.  When I returned nothing was said.  Life went on.
[/quote]

You're a stand-up guy, Stew. DadPex broke my legs, threw me down the basement stairs and called me a coke-addled, jive-spitting, nigger. I didn't know what he meant at the time. Now I do.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 14, 2011, 11:44:07 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 14, 2011, 10:52:35 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 09:53:55 AM
Never mind any of that.  On May 26, 1984 (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN198405260.shtml), Larry Bowa hits a two-out, two-run single in the sixth to pull the Cubs into a 5-5 tie with Cincinnati. During the Seventh Inning Stretch, Bowa is named the Midas Touch Player of the Game. That asshole was too busy reveling in the muffler repair shop chain honor to do simple things such as cleanly field a ground ball with a runner on first base and one out in the 9th with the Cubs nursing a 6-5 lead. Instead of turning the tailor made double play, Cesar Cedeno reached base and a young Eric Davis (who reached base on a completely unmemorable error by Ryne Sandberg) made it to second.

So after Steve Trout (yes, he came in relief in this game) retired Dave Parker, pinch-hitter Tony Perez hit a two run single to put the Reds up 7-6.

Then, of course, with the tying run on second and two out, Mr. Midas Touch Player of the Game meekly grounded out to first. Reds swept the Cubs. Not cool, Larry. A not-quite 9-year-old T.J. was willing to tell anyone who would listen that day that Larry Bowa should be burned at the stake.

I'm still angry at Larry Bowa and Midas.

Should Larry Bowa replace Ron Roenicke as manager of the Brewers, I'm sitting next to CFiHP, but not heckling Alex Gonzalez, nor Aramis, nor PED-boy, nor anyone but Larry Bowa. He fucked up what would have been a pleasant afternoon for me 27 years ago!

I remember listening to that game on the radio...one of the few Saturday afternoon games not televised. At least Harry did play-by-play for innings 1-3 and 7-9 as if it was TV.  I still remember his disgusted call on the Perez single. I also remember the next day when Dennis Eckersley made his Cubs debut, Keith Moreland hit a controversial homerun that was overturned, and Don Zimmer was tackled by Mario Soto during the ensuing fracas, swallowed his chew, and vomited on the field. /#rainman

Most of all, though, fuck Mark DeRosa.  

That was no Pete Reiser on-field grabber, but not bad.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on December 14, 2011, 11:47:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 14, 2011, 10:58:31 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 14, 2011, 09:28:36 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 14, 2011, 08:59:30 AM

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

To be fair, Gwynn's ball hit the lip and shot over Sandberg's head.

And maybe part of my thinly-veiled insecurity is the fact that Leon Durham was my favorite player on that Cubs team.  I rock a #10 in honor of Bull when I play ball, and I've been doing it since before I grew to despise Ron Santo.  I can't be mad at Durham either.  If you're expecting me to be rational and consistent, well, sorry.



That was 28 years ago.  When it happened I walked out of the house and around the block so that I wouldn't say anything that I would regret later.  I am sure that Mrs. Cubbieblue told the kids (they were teenagers then) to act as though nothing had happened.  When I returned nothing was said.  Life went on.

You're a stand-up guy, Stew. DadPex broke my legs, threw me down the basement stairs and called me a coke-addled, jive-spitting, nigger. I didn't know what he meant at the time. Now I do.
[/quote]

Do you still speak jive?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 14, 2011, 12:21:28 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on December 14, 2011, 11:47:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 14, 2011, 10:58:31 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 14, 2011, 09:28:36 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 14, 2011, 08:59:30 AM

Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

To be fair, Gwynn's ball hit the lip and shot over Sandberg's head.

And maybe part of my thinly-veiled insecurity is the fact that Leon Durham was my favorite player on that Cubs team.  I rock a #10 in honor of Bull when I play ball, and I've been doing it since before I grew to despise Ron Santo.  I can't be mad at Durham either.  If you're expecting me to be rational and consistent, well, sorry.



That was 28 years ago.  When it happened I walked out of the house and around the block so that I wouldn't say anything that I would regret later.  I am sure that Mrs. Cubbieblue told the kids (they were teenagers then) to act as though nothing had happened.  When I returned nothing was said.  Life went on.

You're a stand-up guy, Stew. DadPex broke my legs, threw me down the basement stairs and called me a coke-addled, jive-spitting, nigger. I didn't know what he meant at the time. Now I do.

Do you still speak jive?
[/quote]

Mos def.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 14, 2011, 12:40:11 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 14, 2011, 12:21:28 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on December 14, 2011, 11:47:10 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 14, 2011, 10:58:31 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 14, 2011, 09:28:36 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 14, 2011, 08:59:30 AM
Quote from: Brownie on December 14, 2011, 08:47:11 AM
Intrepid Reader: Ball used in the bottom of the sixth inning of Game 5 of the 1984 NLCS

Did we meet? I don't think we did. Then again, I didn't meet Ryne Sandberg's nor Leon Durham's glove either.

To be fair, Gwynn's ball hit the lip and shot over Sandberg's head.

And maybe part of my thinly-veiled insecurity is the fact that Leon Durham was my favorite player on that Cubs team.  I rock a #10 in honor of Bull when I play ball, and I've been doing it since before I grew to despise Ron Santo.  I can't be mad at Durham either.  If you're expecting me to be rational and consistent, well, sorry.



That was 28 years ago.  When it happened I walked out of the house and around the block so that I wouldn't say anything that I would regret later.  I am sure that Mrs. Cubbieblue told the kids (they were teenagers then) to act as though nothing had happened.  When I returned nothing was said.  Life went on.

You're a stand-up guy, Stew. DadPex broke my legs, threw me down the basement stairs and called me a coke-addled, jive-spitting, nigger. I didn't know what he meant at the time. Now I do.

Do you still speak jive?

Mos def.

/quote
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 21, 2011, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Good. Trade. When. It. Happens.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 21, 2011, 07:32:40 PM
Quote from: BH on December 21, 2011, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Good. Trade. When. It. Happens.

Happened. (http://www.csnchicago.com/blog/cubs-talk/post/Confirmed-Marshall-traded-to-Reds?blockID=617008&feedID=10336&awid=8147650038764695037-914)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on December 22, 2011, 09:55:50 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 21, 2011, 07:32:40 PM
Quote from: BH on December 21, 2011, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Good. Trade. When. It. Happens.

Happened. (http://www.csnchicago.com/blog/cubs-talk/post/Confirmed-Marshall-traded-to-Reds?blockID=617008&feedID=10336&awid=8147650038764695037-914)

Weird.  It's almost like they're trading him when he still has value rather than waiting until he's worthless and badmouthing him to anyone who will listen before offloading him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on December 22, 2011, 09:59:31 AM
Quote from: morpheus on December 22, 2011, 09:55:50 AM
Weird.  It's almost like they're trading him when he still has value rather than waiting until he's worthless and badmouthing him to anyone who will listen before offloading him.

Let's find some good things to say about Soriano so the Orioles will take him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on December 22, 2011, 10:31:34 AM
Quote from: morpheus on December 22, 2011, 09:55:50 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 21, 2011, 07:32:40 PM
Quote from: BH on December 21, 2011, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Good. Trade. When. It. Happens.

Happened. (http://www.csnchicago.com/blog/cubs-talk/post/Confirmed-Marshall-traded-to-Reds?blockID=617008&feedID=10336&awid=8147650038764695037-914)

Weird.  It's almost like they're trading him when he still has value rather than waiting until he's worthless and badmouthing him to anyone who will listen before offloading him.

Yeah, this one took everyone by surprise.  If Hendry were still here, we would've been notified a couple weeks in advance by hearing Sean Marshall's name pop up in affiliation with the Second Mile Foundation.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 22, 2011, 10:44:29 AM
Quote from: JD on December 22, 2011, 10:31:34 AM
Quote from: morpheus on December 22, 2011, 09:55:50 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 21, 2011, 07:32:40 PM
Quote from: BH on December 21, 2011, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Good. Trade. When. It. Happens.

Happened. (http://www.csnchicago.com/blog/cubs-talk/post/Confirmed-Marshall-traded-to-Reds?blockID=617008&feedID=10336&awid=8147650038764695037-914)

Weird.  It's almost like they're trading him when he still has value rather than waiting until he's worthless and badmouthing him to anyone who will listen before offloading him.

Yeah, this one took everyone by surprise.  If Hendry were still here, we would've been notified a couple weeks in advance by hearing Sean Marshall's name pop up in affiliation with the Second Mile Foundation.

Notified of what?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on December 22, 2011, 10:53:24 AM
Quote from: BH on December 22, 2011, 10:44:29 AM
Quote from: JD on December 22, 2011, 10:31:34 AM
Quote from: morpheus on December 22, 2011, 09:55:50 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 21, 2011, 07:32:40 PM
Quote from: BH on December 21, 2011, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Good. Trade. When. It. Happens.

Happened. (http://www.csnchicago.com/blog/cubs-talk/post/Confirmed-Marshall-traded-to-Reds?blockID=617008&feedID=10336&awid=8147650038764695037-914)

Weird.  It's almost like they're trading him when he still has value rather than waiting until he's worthless and badmouthing him to anyone who will listen before offloading him.

Yeah, this one took everyone by surprise.  If Hendry were still here, we would've been notified a couple weeks in advance by hearing Sean Marshall's name pop up in affiliation with the Second Mile Foundation.

Notified of what?

That Joe Paterno was covering for him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: JD on December 22, 2011, 11:13:02 AM
Quote from: BH on December 22, 2011, 10:44:29 AM
Quote from: JD on December 22, 2011, 10:31:34 AM
Quote from: morpheus on December 22, 2011, 09:55:50 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 21, 2011, 07:32:40 PM
Quote from: BH on December 21, 2011, 08:27:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 21, 2011, 06:55:11 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 21, 2011, 06:40:45 AM
Sean Marshall? (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/7496/source-cubs-reds-close-on-marshall-deal)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Good. Trade. When. It. Happens.

Happened. (http://www.csnchicago.com/blog/cubs-talk/post/Confirmed-Marshall-traded-to-Reds?blockID=617008&feedID=10336&awid=8147650038764695037-914)

Weird.  It's almost like they're trading him when he still has value rather than waiting until he's worthless and badmouthing him to anyone who will listen before offloading him.

Yeah, this one took everyone by surprise.  If Hendry were still here, we would've been notified a couple weeks in advance by hearing Sean Marshall's name pop up in affiliation with the Second Mile Foundation.

Notified of what?

...

...


Maybe I meant another word.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 27, 2011, 06:58:59 PM
I had no idea where to post this, so just consider it a belated tribute to our man Jeromy.

http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/12/27/so-jeromy-burnitz-used-to-pee-in-shampoo-bottles/
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on January 03, 2012, 07:57:52 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 27, 2011, 06:58:59 PM
I had no idea where to post this, so just consider it a belated tribute to our man Jeromy.

http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/12/27/so-jeromy-burnitz-used-to-pee-in-shampoo-bottles/

It's surprising Thrill doesn't have a shampoo recommendation thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on January 03, 2012, 09:21:14 AM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story)

Jerry Angelo
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 03, 2012, 09:24:03 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on January 03, 2012, 09:21:14 AM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story)

Jerry Angelo

Now Fro needs to rename his site again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on January 03, 2012, 09:27:55 AM
Quote from: Fork on January 03, 2012, 09:24:03 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on January 03, 2012, 09:21:14 AM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story)

Jerry Angelo

Now Fro needs to rename his site again.

Say what you want, he gets results.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on January 03, 2012, 09:28:50 AM
Quote from: CT III on January 03, 2012, 09:27:55 AM
Quote from: Fork on January 03, 2012, 09:24:03 AM
Quote from: Waco Kid on January 03, 2012, 09:21:14 AM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-jerry-angelo-out-as-bears-gm-20120103,0,3365211.story)

Jerry Angelo

Now Fro needs to rename his site again.

Say what you want, he gets results.

You stupid chief?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on January 03, 2012, 01:12:37 PM
Mike Martz quit citing philosophical differences.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 03, 2012, 05:16:20 PM
Quote from: BH on January 03, 2012, 01:12:37 PM
Mike Martz quit citing philosophical differences.

Someone in the Bears organization sent out an email claiming that Descartes was full of shit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on January 03, 2012, 06:26:45 PM
Quote from: BH on January 03, 2012, 01:12:37 PM
Mike Martz quit citing philosophical differences.

I read this as, "Mike Martz, quit citing philosophical differences!"

And I laughed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 04, 2012, 05:02:16 PM
Carlos Zambrano?  (https://twitter.com/#!/Ken_Rosenthal/status/154693589224529921)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 04, 2012, 05:13:37 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 04, 2012, 05:02:16 PM
Carlos Zambrano?  (https://twitter.com/#!/Ken_Rosenthal/status/154693589224529921)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 04, 2012, 06:05:48 PM
This thread's gone to shit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 04, 2012, 06:38:32 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 04, 2012, 05:13:37 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 04, 2012, 05:02:16 PM
Carlos Zambrano?  (https://twitter.com/#!/Ken_Rosenthal/status/154693589224529921)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Gone.

Volstad in return.
Cubs to eat between $15-$18 of remaing $18 (reports vary.)

Unless we're scoring by height or Volstad has post-post-post hype sleeper value, this is basically just a buyout.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on January 04, 2012, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.

I'm sad, but I trust in Theo
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 04, 2012, 09:22:23 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 04, 2012, 06:38:32 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 04, 2012, 05:13:37 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 04, 2012, 05:02:16 PM
Carlos Zambrano?  (https://twitter.com/#!/Ken_Rosenthal/status/154693589224529921)

AIN'T. GONE. YET.

Gone.

Volstad in return.
Cubs to eat between $15-$18 of remaing $18 (reports vary.)

Unless we're scoring by height or Volstad has post-post-post hype sleeper value, this is basically just a buyout.

He's been a little below average according to ERA+ and mediocre according to WAR, but he's averaged about 30 starts the last three years and has a few seasons of team control left.  There's some long-shot upside since he's only 25 and might magically learn how to strike out more than 6.4 per nine under the tutelage of the great Chris Bosio.  They could do a lot worse at the back end of the rotation.  Like Casey Coleman.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 04, 2012, 09:35:06 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 04, 2012, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.

I'm sad, but I trust in Theo

Whatever dude, this was all Jed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on January 04, 2012, 09:43:36 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 04, 2012, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.

I'm sad, but I trust in Theo

Yeah, this is part of a plan and Z couldn't come back after what happened and....ah, fuck it. This move sucks. I love Z and want him back.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 10:09:29 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 04, 2012, 09:43:36 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 04, 2012, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.

I'm sad, but I trust in Theo

Yeah, this is part of a plan and Z couldn't come back after what happened and....ah, fuck it. This move sucks. I love Z and want him back.

I actually got either tired or bored of trying to defend him. I just don't care anymore. Now that P'Nut's in the Pro Bowl I don't feel like I'll ever have to defend another ballplayer ever again. My work here is done. If you guys need me I'll be in the Japan thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 12:32:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on January 04, 2012, 09:43:36 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 04, 2012, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.

I'm sad, but I trust in Theo

Yeah, this is part of a plan and Z couldn't come back after what happened and....ah, fuck it. This move sucks. I love Z and want him back.

I think not giving a shit about this is weird. Zambrano's been a Cub for like 26 years and he's the only one who actually cared enough to get mad about how shitty they were. He was fun and mostly good. Sometimes he was great. I will miss him and now that he's a Marlin I will probably really not like him much.

I'm looking forward to the first time he comes back to Wrigley and gets booed. That post game interview should be amazing.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 12:41:33 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 12:32:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on January 04, 2012, 09:43:36 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 04, 2012, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.

I'm sad, but I trust in Theo

Yeah, this is part of a plan and Z couldn't come back after what happened and....ah, fuck it. This move sucks. I love Z and want him back.

I think not giving a shit about this is weird. Zambrano's been a Cub for like 26 years and he's the only one who actually cared enough to get mad about how shitty they were. He was fun and mostly good. Sometimes he was great. I will miss him and now that he's a Marlin I will probably really not like him much.

I'm looking forward to the first time he comes back to Wrigley and gets booed. That post game interview should be amazing.



I feel like he was already gone. This past summer when his teammates finally aired him out in public was the last straw. I knew he'd never be back. Not that I'm endorsing anything Dempster or Soriano had to say but they do know him better than I do. So there's that. Sometimes you have to kick people out the crib whether you love them or not. Let 'em keep the TV and one of the dogs. Then you grieve and you fuck a lot of women. Wait... what were we doing?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on January 05, 2012, 07:05:28 AM
I'm going to miss Bis Z. As Slaky said he was the only one who gave a shit about bad they were.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 07:34:51 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 12:41:33 AM
I feel like he was already gone. This past summer when his teammates finally aired him out in public was the last straw. I knew he'd never be back. Not that I'm endorsing anything Dempster or Soriano had to say but they do know him better than I do. So there's that. Sometimes you have to kick people out the crib whether you love them or not. Let 'em keep the TV and one of the dogs. Then you grieve and you fuck a lot of women. Wait... what were we doing?

Th
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 07:44:58 AM
QuoteDuring an appearance Wednesday on WGN radio in Chicago, Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein said that he expects Bryan LaHair to be the club's starting first baseman this season.

"Bryan LaHair is our first baseman," said Epstein. "I don't believe in the concept of 4A players. The guy can hit."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 08:02:55 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

Then Dempster and then Sterling Archer. This offseason is awesome.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 05, 2012, 08:12:52 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 08:02:55 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

Then Dempster and then Sterling Archer. This offseason is awesome.

And I was just about to praise you for the picture of that perfect Japanese woman. You know what? I'm going to praise you anyway.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on January 05, 2012, 08:23:17 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 07:44:58 AM
QuoteDuring an appearance Wednesday on WGN radio in Chicago, Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein said that he expects Bryan LaHair to be the club's starting first baseman this season.

"Bryan LaHair is our first baseman," said Epstein. "I don't believe in the concept of 4A players. The guy can hit."

He's the only first baseman on the team at this point, so Theo kind of had to say that.

But given the way the team is shaping up for next year, they might as well give him a shot and see if they have anything there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 05, 2012, 08:38:01 AM
I support the Cubs burning this bitch to the ground.

But keep Soriano, just to piss off Chuck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on January 05, 2012, 08:39:37 AM
Quote from: Fork on January 05, 2012, 08:38:01 AM
I support the Cubs burning this bitch to the ground.

But keep Soriano, just to piss off Chuck.

They should start a new tradition, having soriano switch positions every game. Give the fans something to watch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on January 05, 2012, 08:46:24 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 12:32:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on January 04, 2012, 09:43:36 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 04, 2012, 09:00:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 04, 2012, 07:07:55 PM
Funny. I always thought I'd give a shit if Zambrano left.

I'm sad, but I trust in Theo

Yeah, this is part of a plan and Z couldn't come back after what happened and....ah, fuck it. This move sucks. I love Z and want him back.

I think not giving a shit about this is weird. Zambrano's been a Cub for like 26 years and he's the only one who actually cared enough to get mad about how shitty they were. He was fun and mostly good. Sometimes he was great. I will miss him and now that he's a Marlin I will probably really not like him much.

I'm looking forward to the first time he comes back to Wrigley and gets booed. That post game interview should be amazing.
the 2014 season, after which Zambrano, who, after he finally gets some maturity following the trade pitches well for Miami, is traded back to the Cubs (for one of our endless prospects in our now stocked farm system) to be the 3rd/4th pitcher for the Cubs, who that season will win 105 games and the Series.





Yeah, I'm a sap, but I'm going to miss the guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 08:56:23 AM
Meh, I was way sadder when Wood left.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 09:20:52 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 08:56:23 AM
Meh, I was way sadder when Wood left.

Racist.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 09:23:08 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 09:20:52 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 08:56:23 AM
Meh, I was way sadder when Wood left.

Racist.

You know a spade when you see one, huh?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 10:20:29 AM
Quote from: Fork on January 05, 2012, 08:38:01 AM
I support the Cubs burning this bitch to the ground.

But keep Soriano, just to piss off Chuck.

I totally support this post.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 10:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

The fact that they tried to at least make it sound like they were willing to give him a shot to stick around and that he had value to the Cubs is a nice change of pace from the "This guy quit on the team and is human paraquat, anyone want to take this asshole off our hands?" strategy of the Hendry regime. I can at least appreciate that.

Also, does anyone find it strange that Jed Hoyer is basically never going to get credit for any move the Cubs make? It's always going to be a Theo move. Can't decide if that's good or bad for Jed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 10:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

The fact that they tried to at least make it sound like they were willing to give him a shot to stick around and that he had value to the Cubs is a nice change of pace from the "This guy quit on the team and is human paraquat, anyone want to take this asshole off our hands?" strategy of the Hendry regime. I can at least appreciate that.

Also, does anyone find it strange that Jed Hoyer is basically never going to get credit for any move the Cubs make? It's always going to be a Theo move. Can't decide if that's good or bad for Jed.

For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 11:09:41 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

My memory is kinda shitty, but was Lofton and Ramirez from the Pirates a Hendry trade?  That worked out well.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 11:10:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 10:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

The fact that they tried to at least make it sound like they were willing to give him a shot to stick around and that he had value to the Cubs is a nice change of pace from the "This guy quit on the team and is human paraquat, anyone want to take this asshole off our hands?" strategy of the Hendry regime. I can at least appreciate that.

Also, does anyone find it strange that Jed Hoyer is basically never going to get credit for any move the Cubs make? It's always going to be a Theo move. Can't decide if that's good or bad for Jed.

I didn't understand that insult, and then I realised I was thinking of kumquats.  Kumquats.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 11:20:04 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 10:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

The fact that they tried to at least make it sound like they were willing to give him a shot to stick around and that he had value to the Cubs is a nice change of pace from the "This guy quit on the team and is human paraquat, anyone want to take this asshole off our hands?" strategy of the Hendry regime. I can at least appreciate that.

Also, does anyone find it strange that Jed Hoyer is basically never going to get credit for any move the Cubs make? It's always going to be a Theo move. Can't decide if that's good or bad for Jed.

For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

I'm quite obviously referring to the Zambrano and Sosa episodes. But yes, I'll be happy to admit that Hendry made some good trades in his 46 years with the organization.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 05, 2012, 11:20:37 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 10:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

The fact that they tried to at least make it sound like they were willing to give him a shot to stick around and that he had value to the Cubs is a nice change of pace from the "This guy quit on the team and is human paraquat, anyone want to take this asshole off our hands?" strategy of the Hendry regime. I can at least appreciate that.

Also, does anyone find it strange that Jed Hoyer is basically never going to get credit for any move the Cubs make? It's always going to be a Theo move. Can't decide if that's good or bad for Jed.

For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

Not to mention a washed-up Sammy Sosa for future World Series champions Jerry Hairston, Jr. and Mike Fontenot, and future 25-year-old spring training retiree David Crouthers. That's getting almost-something for virtually nothing.

(Hairston would go on to turn into Phil Nevin who, in turn, would become Adam Harben, who would be released after an injury in Daytona in 2008. For his part, Little Babe Ruth would yield something called Evan Crawford, a former Hoosier OF who put up an OPS of .763 as a 22-year-old in high A last season.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:28:31 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 05, 2012, 11:20:37 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 10:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 07:39:10 AM
I'm actually surprised we got anything back in return. Volstad isn't great, but he's a cost controlled useable pitcher for a few years.
Hendry would have spent the entire offseason trashing Z, only to release him paying all his salary and getting nothing in return.
This is a nice change. Soriano is next.

The fact that they tried to at least make it sound like they were willing to give him a shot to stick around and that he had value to the Cubs is a nice change of pace from the "This guy quit on the team and is human paraquat, anyone want to take this asshole off our hands?" strategy of the Hendry regime. I can at least appreciate that.

Also, does anyone find it strange that Jed Hoyer is basically never going to get credit for any move the Cubs make? It's always going to be a Theo move. Can't decide if that's good or bad for Jed.

For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

Not to mention a washed-up Sammy Sosa for future World Series champions Jerry Hairston, Jr. and Mike Fontenot, and future 25-year-old spring training retiree David Crouthers. That's getting almost-something for virtually nothing.

(Hairston would go on to turn into Phil Nevin who, in turn, would become Adam Harben, who would be released after an injury in Daytona in 2008. For his part, Little Babe Ruth would yield something called Evan Crawford, a former Hoosier OF who put up an OPS of .763 as a 22-year-old in high A last season.)

I actually completely forgot about Sosa, who is obviously the most brazen example of a player that they dragged through the mud.
Considering what he did after his time with the Cubs, Fontenot was probably a reasonable return. 

Which is fucking pathetic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on January 05, 2012, 01:08:11 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 11:09:41 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

My memory is kinda shitty, but was Lofton and Ramirez from the Pirates a Hendry trade?  That worked out well.

Yes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on January 05, 2012, 01:08:11 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 11:09:41 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

My memory is kinda shitty, but was Lofton and Ramirez from the Pirates a Hendry trade?  That worked out well.

Yes.

That was a salary dump by the Pirates.  I'm not saying it wasn't a good trade, but it wasn't exactly daylight robbery, know what I mean?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 01:24:31 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on January 05, 2012, 01:08:11 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 11:09:41 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

My memory is kinda shitty, but was Lofton and Ramirez from the Pirates a Hendry trade?  That worked out well.

Yes.

That was a salary dump by the Pirates.  I'm not saying it wasn't a good trade, but it wasn't exactly daylight robbery, know what I mean?

Hee Seop for D. Lee was.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 02:13:13 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 01:24:31 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on January 05, 2012, 01:08:11 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 11:09:41 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

My memory is kinda shitty, but was Lofton and Ramirez from the Pirates a Hendry trade?  That worked out well.

Yes.

That was a salary dump by the Pirates.  I'm not saying it wasn't a good trade, but it wasn't exactly daylight robbery, know what I mean?

Hee Seop for D. Lee was.

Jim made some good moves but I would say that the dragging of Sosa and Zambrano through the mud (Zambrano more than once) obscures some of that. Also the horrendous slew of long, expensive contracts with NTCs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:19:53 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 01:24:31 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on January 05, 2012, 01:08:11 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 11:09:41 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

My memory is kinda shitty, but was Lofton and Ramirez from the Pirates a Hendry trade?  That worked out well.

Yes.

That was a salary dump by the Pirates.  I'm not saying it wasn't a good trade, but it wasn't exactly daylight robbery, know what I mean?

Hee Seop for D. Lee was.

Nope, that was pretty much exactly the same thing as the Lofton/Ramirez trade - a salary dump by the Marlins in one of their traditional post-World-Series fire sales.

If you're looking for examples of a canny GM getting more than his money's worth out of another GM, these ain't them.  Actually, with the exception of Hundley I'm struggling to think of a trade that turned out nice that didn't involve Hendry taking on salary.  Miller for Barrett?  Sadler for Simon was good, but only very briefly.  He got cash in the Kendall trade which probably made it financially a wash.  Billy Beane, he's not.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BC on January 05, 2012, 02:21:20 PM
This is just getting us another step closer to the Cubs winning the 2015 World Series, as portrayed in Back to the Future II. Only thing left is for Selig to move the now Miami Marlins (No coincidence that they switched from being named Florida just in time) to the American League. Zambrano's trade means he can now tank a game in that World Series, and Guillen's "managing" will cost Miami a key game as well.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on January 05, 2012, 02:28:33 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

You are joking right? Have you forgotten about Juan Pierre?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:33:13 PM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 02:28:33 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

You are joking right? Have you forgotten about Juan Pierre?

... and Tony F. Womack.  And Jose F. Macias.  And Jody F. Gerut.  And Matt F. Lawton.  And Freddie F. Bynum.  And Neal F. Cotts.  And Craig F. Monroe.  And Steve F. F. Trachsel.

I could go on, but I can't face it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on January 05, 2012, 02:36:44 PM
HEY, FUCKERS. THEO FUCKING EPSTEIN IS RUNNING THIS SHIT NOW. PULL YOUR BONERS BACK OUT
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on January 05, 2012, 02:43:32 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:19:53 PM
Nope, that was pretty much exactly the same thing as the Lofton/Ramirez trade - a salary dump by the Marlins in one of their traditional post-World-Series fire sales.

If you're looking for examples of a canny GM getting more than his money's worth out of another GM, these ain't them.  Actually, with the exception of Hundley I'm struggling to think of a trade that turned out nice that didn't involve Hendry taking on salary.  Miller for Barrett?  Sadler for Simon was good, but only very briefly.  He got cash in the Kendall trade which probably made it financially a wash.  Billy Beane, he's not.

You're going to make me say it, aren't you?

Fine.  The Nomar trade was fucking brilliant.  Granted everything went sideways at the end of the season but the Cubs gave up nothing in that deal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 02:43:32 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:19:53 PM
Nope, that was pretty much exactly the same thing as the Lofton/Ramirez trade - a salary dump by the Marlins in one of their traditional post-World-Series fire sales.

If you're looking for examples of a canny GM getting more than his money's worth out of another GM, these ain't them.  Actually, with the exception of Hundley I'm struggling to think of a trade that turned out nice that didn't involve Hendry taking on salary.  Miller for Barrett?  Sadler for Simon was good, but only very briefly.  He got cash in the Kendall trade which probably made it financially a wash.  Billy Beane, he's not.

You're going to make me say it, aren't you?

Fine.  The Nomar trade was fucking brilliant.  Granted everything went sideways at the end of the season but the Cubs gave up nothing in that deal.

I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on January 05, 2012, 03:07:58 PM
Long story short, Hendry was a bad GM because the team is really bad but maybe he wasn't always all bad. Epstoyer may have to make the team worse before it possibly gets better. We will all miss Zambrano, but he probably deserved to be tossed overboard, it sucks that this is a process oft-repeated in the annals of Cub history. Fin.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:17:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.

Mientkewicz, Cabrera and the Red Sox are irrelevant to my point.  Hendry spent nearly six million (11.5 for Nomah less 5.75 for Gonzalez) making the Cubs better.  Big fucking whoop.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:24:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:17:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.

Mientkewicz, Cabrera and the Red Sox are irrelevant to my point.  Hendry spent nearly six million (11.5 for Nomah less 5.75 for Gonzalez) making the Cubs better.  Big fucking whoop.

I keep re-reading this thinking it will make sense to me.  It doesn't.  Your point is insane.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on January 05, 2012, 03:28:38 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:24:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:17:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.

Mientkewicz, Cabrera and the Red Sox are irrelevant to my point.  Hendry spent nearly six million (11.5 for Nomah less 5.75 for Gonzalez) making the Cubs better.  Big fucking whoop.

I keep re-reading this thinking it will make sense to me.  It doesn't.  Your point is insane.


This is the worst battle ever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on January 05, 2012, 03:28:57 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:19:53 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 01:24:31 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 01:15:16 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on January 05, 2012, 01:08:11 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on January 05, 2012, 11:09:41 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 05, 2012, 11:02:25 AM
For as much shit as Hendry gets--much of it deserved--he did have a fairly good track record with trades, even those in which they dragged a guy through the mud before trading him.  

As shitty as Carlos Silva was, he was more productive than Milton (from that point forward) and trading Hundley for Grudz and Karros still remains his shining moment.  Even trading Barrett at his lowest point for Bowen and Burke was basically a wash.  

I get that this new regime is a lot smarter and they'll undoubtedly do better than the prior one, but for all of Hendry's faults I don't think "not getting good return for out-of-favor players" is one of them.

My memory is kinda shitty, but was Lofton and Ramirez from the Pirates a Hendry trade?  That worked out well.

Yes.

That was a salary dump by the Pirates.  I'm not saying it wasn't a good trade, but it wasn't exactly daylight robbery, know what I mean?

Hee Seop for D. Lee was.

Nope, that was pretty much exactly the same thing as the Lofton/Ramirez trade - a salary dump by the Marlins in one of their traditional post-World-Series fire sales.


Cool. After the Marlins win the World Series next year, I look forward to the Cubs dealing Darwin Barney and Kyler Burke to the Marlins for Zambrano.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:32:46 PM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 03:28:38 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:24:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:17:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.

Mientkewicz, Cabrera and the Red Sox are irrelevant to my point.  Hendry spent nearly six million (11.5 for Nomah less 5.75 for Gonzalez) making the Cubs better.  Big fucking whoop.

I keep re-reading this thinking it will make sense to me.  It doesn't.  Your point is insane.


This is the worst battle ever.

I can't find this headline on Rotoworld anywhere.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 03:40:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:32:46 PM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 03:28:38 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:24:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:17:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.

Mientkewicz, Cabrera and the Red Sox are irrelevant to my point.  Hendry spent nearly six million (11.5 for Nomah less 5.75 for Gonzalez) making the Cubs better.  Big fucking whoop.

I keep re-reading this thinking it will make sense to me.  It doesn't.  Your point is insane.


This is the worst battle ever.

I can't find this headline on Rotoworld anywhere.

This thread is living up to its title.

Also, we're talking about the Cubs again. It's a fucking miracle.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on January 05, 2012, 03:42:28 PM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 03:40:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:32:46 PM
Quote from: BH on January 05, 2012, 03:28:38 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:24:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:17:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.

Mientkewicz, Cabrera and the Red Sox are irrelevant to my point.  Hendry spent nearly six million (11.5 for Nomah less 5.75 for Gonzalez) making the Cubs better.  Big fucking whoop.

I keep re-reading this thinking it will make sense to me.  It doesn't.  Your point is insane.


This is the worst battle ever.

I can't find this headline on Rotoworld anywhere.

This thread is living up to its title.

Also, we're talking about the Cubs again. It's a fucking miracle.

This will be the most satisfying 90 loss season of our lifetimes, gentlemen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:45:28 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:24:49 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 03:17:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on January 05, 2012, 03:04:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on January 05, 2012, 02:48:25 PM
I excluded that deal because I'm pretty sure that the Cubs (A Gonz for Nomah) took on salary.

Nomar's deal that year paid him $11.5MM and the two guys that Boston ended up with (Mientkiewicz and Cabrera) made combined about $9MM.  Not really a case of Boston dumping salary so they could pay the electric bills like Pittsburgh or Florida.

Mientkewicz, Cabrera and the Red Sox are irrelevant to my point.  Hendry spent nearly six million (11.5 for Nomah less 5.75 for Gonzalez) making the Cubs better.  Big fucking whoop.

I keep re-reading this thinking it will make sense to me.  It doesn't.  Your point is insane.


A good GM does not necessarily have to spend money to improve his club.  A GM who is not good can ONLY improve his club by spending money.  Jim Hendry was not a good GM.

I really don't see why that's so hard to understand, unless you really are just winding me up.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 05, 2012, 03:56:05 PM
Quote from: SKO on January 05, 2012, 03:07:58 PM
Long story short, Hendry was a bad GM because the team is really bad but maybe he wasn't always all bad. Epstoyer may have to make the team worse before it possibly gets better. We will all miss Zambrano, but he probably deserved to be tossed overboard, it sucks that this is a process oft-repeated in the annals of Cub history. Fin.

Nutshell, this is it in one.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 04:10:17 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Save the tough questions for the Muskbag.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:05:15 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?

You're Cashner.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on January 05, 2012, 05:10:56 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:05:15 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?

You're Cashner.

You're $ner?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:27:07 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on January 05, 2012, 05:10:56 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:05:15 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?

You're Cashner.

You're $ner?

No, I'm Spartacus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on January 05, 2012, 06:38:05 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on January 05, 2012, 05:10:56 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:05:15 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?

You're Cashner.

You're $ner?

I hate you so much.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on January 05, 2012, 06:58:21 PM
Quote from: Bort on January 05, 2012, 06:38:05 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on January 05, 2012, 05:10:56 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:05:15 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?

You're Cashner.

You're $ner?

I hate you so much.

Yea, well, there's a collective of queer dudes in an internet chatroom that hate your lack of appearances.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on January 05, 2012, 08:37:41 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 05, 2012, 06:58:21 PM
Quote from: Bort on January 05, 2012, 06:38:05 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on January 05, 2012, 05:10:56 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:05:15 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?

You're Cashner.

You're $ner?

I hate you so much.

Yea, well, there's a collective of queer dudes in an internet chatroom that hate your lack of appearances.

Well maybe if they didn't mock my codeine fueled PANKfingers, I'd get up from my invalid bed and log in.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wheezer on January 05, 2012, 10:43:14 PM
Quote from: Bort on January 05, 2012, 08:37:41 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on January 05, 2012, 06:58:21 PM
Quote from: Bort on January 05, 2012, 06:38:05 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on January 05, 2012, 05:10:56 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 05:05:15 PM
Quote from: R-V on January 05, 2012, 04:46:51 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 05, 2012, 04:05:31 PM
Sullivan today:

QuoteThe Cubs rotation, for the time being, consists of Matt Garza, Ryan Dempster, Travis Wood, Randy Wells and Volstad, with Jeff Samardzija getting a possible shot in spring training.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-zambrano-deal-made-official-20120105,0,4717374.story

I've been busy with stuff. Where's Cashner?

Your Cashner?

You're Cashner.

You're $ner?

I hate you so much.

Yea, well, there's a collective of queer dudes in an internet chatroom that hate your lack of appearances.

Well maybe if they didn't mock my codeine fueled PANKfingers, I'd get up from my invalid bed and log in.

Couldn't you get Oleg to walk on your back?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on January 06, 2012, 08:14:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 03:40:39 PM
Also, we're talking about the Cubs again. It's a fucking miracle.

Don't get excited. The discussion will hit 3-4 posts and then people will start posting random words in response to one another.

Edit: Told you so.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 06, 2012, 08:33:29 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 03:40:39 PM
Also, we're talking about the Cubs again. It's a fucking miracle.

Amazing what giving a shit about this team again can do.

(Apparently what it can do is inspire us to arguments over the 2004 Cubs.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on January 06, 2012, 08:34:09 AM
QuoteRoch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports that the Orioles have spoken to the Cubs about a potential trade involving Alfonso Soriano.

Kubatko cautions that the talks "may not have gone far" and it's not clear if there's still any dialogue between the two clubs. ESPN Chicago's Bruce Levine reported Thursday that the Cubs have spoken to eight AL teams about Soriano, while FOX Sports' Ken Rosenthal says they couldn't find a match after talking to "a few teams." The O's would likely want Soriano as a DH, though it doesn't appear that the 36-year-old is close to being dealt anywhere at this point.

Second day in a row Rotoworld has something to say about the Cubs trading Soriano, and the Orioles being involved has me not surprised.  I'm liking this TheoJed thing.

Yes, I understand I'm being optimistic about Soriano being traded...I have hope again!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on January 06, 2012, 09:27:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 06, 2012, 08:33:29 AM
Quote from: Slaky on January 05, 2012, 03:40:39 PM
Also, we're talking about the Cubs again. It's a fucking miracle.

Amazing what giving a shit about this team again can do.

(Apparently what it can do is inspire us to arguments over the 2004 Cubs.)

Everything's coming up CT!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on January 06, 2012, 12:50:30 PM
I'm still sad about the Kyle Farnsworth trade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on January 06, 2012, 01:02:35 PM
Andrew Cashner (https://twitter.com/#!/CubsInsider/status/155363075904651266)?  I can't find anything more reliable.

What the hell is Cubs Insider?  Other than Starlin's chick's allegations?

/FORKSHOT
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on January 06, 2012, 01:05:29 PM
TPD.  It just assploded on Twitter.  Cashner and Kyung-Min Na for 1B Anthony Rizzo and P prospect Zach Cates.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on January 06, 2012, 01:12:45 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 06, 2012, 01:05:29 PM
TPD.  It just assploded on Twitter.  Cashner and Kyung-Min Na for 1B Anthony Rizzo and P prospect Zach Cates.

If Rizzo doesn't catch cancer again, he's supposed to be at least as good as Micah Hoffpauir, so good trade.

Do Rizzo's teammates trust him, though?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 06, 2012, 01:15:14 PM
Quote from: Brownie on January 06, 2012, 01:12:45 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 06, 2012, 01:05:29 PM
TPD.  It just assploded on Twitter.  Cashner and Kyung-Min Na for 1B Anthony Rizzo and P prospect Zach Cates.

If Rizzo doesn't catch cancer again, he's supposed to be at least as good as Micah Hoffpauir, so good trade.

Do Rizzo's teammates trust him, though?

I love this trade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on January 06, 2012, 01:20:28 PM
Quote from: Slaky on January 06, 2012, 01:15:14 PM
Quote from: Brownie on January 06, 2012, 01:12:45 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 06, 2012, 01:05:29 PM
TPD.  It just assploded on Twitter.  Cashner and Kyung-Min Na for 1B Anthony Rizzo and P prospect Zach Cates.

If Rizzo doesn't catch cancer again, he's supposed to be at least as good as Micah Hoffpauir, so good trade.

Do Rizzo's teammates trust him, though?

I love this trade.

I did until I saw this:

http://twitter.com/#!/TheRizzMan27/status/155143594041294848 (http://twitter.com/#!/TheRizzMan27/status/155143594041294848)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 06, 2012, 01:25:27 PM
Quote from: Eli on January 06, 2012, 01:20:28 PM
Quote from: Slaky on January 06, 2012, 01:15:14 PM
Quote from: Brownie on January 06, 2012, 01:12:45 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 06, 2012, 01:05:29 PM
TPD.  It just assploded on Twitter.  Cashner and Kyung-Min Na for 1B Anthony Rizzo and P prospect Zach Cates.

If Rizzo doesn't catch cancer again, he's supposed to be at least as good as Micah Hoffpauir, so good trade.

Do Rizzo's teammates trust him, though?

I love this trade.

I did until I saw this:

http://twitter.com/#!/TheRizzMan27/status/155143594041294848 (http://twitter.com/#!/TheRizzMan27/status/155143594041294848)

On the plus side, I'm not sure if it's even possible to rape someone to a Train song.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 10, 2012, 04:58:49 PM
Koyie Dolan Hill.

A Cardinal. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/01/cardinals-sign-koyie-hill.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rotofeed+%28The+RotoFeed%29)
Wow.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 10, 2012, 05:36:41 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 10, 2012, 04:58:49 PM
Koyie Dolan Hill.

A Cardinal. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/01/cardinals-sign-koyie-hill.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rotofeed+%28The+RotoFeed%29)
Wow.

We are all pulling for you to make it to the big leagues, Koyie.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on January 11, 2012, 02:23:09 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 10, 2012, 04:58:49 PM
Koyie Dolan Hill.

A Cardinal. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/01/cardinals-sign-koyie-hill.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rotofeed+%28The+RotoFeed%29)
Wow.

Matheny knows GRIT when he sees it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 11, 2012, 09:30:48 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 10, 2012, 04:58:49 PM
Koyie Dolan Hill.

A Cardinal. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2012/01/cardinals-sign-koyie-hill.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rotofeed+%28The+RotoFeed%29)
Wow.

RIGHT SIDE OF THE RIVALRY!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on January 11, 2012, 02:29:25 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

Who
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on January 11, 2012, 02:50:47 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

Wrong.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 11, 2012, 03:54:14 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Yep.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 11, 2012, 03:54:28 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Sterling Archer is my least favorite of BC's characters.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 11, 2012, 04:37:12 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 11, 2012, 03:54:28 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Sterling Archer is my least favorite of BC's characters.

Took you long enough to say so.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 11, 2012, 04:49:07 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 11, 2012, 03:54:28 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Sterling Archer is my least favorite of BC's characters.

What a coincidence! Apex-vs-Sterling Archer is a lot of people's least favorite Desipio beef.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 11, 2012, 10:05:03 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 11, 2012, 04:49:07 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on January 11, 2012, 03:54:28 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Sterling Archer is my least favorite of BC's characters.

What a coincidence! Apex-vs-Sterling Archer is a lot of people's least favorite Desipio beef.

It's mine too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 12, 2012, 11:02:05 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered. 

Actually the first time an ex-Cub was repeated, this potential Eden Garden of threads was fucked. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 12, 2012, 11:03:31 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered. 

I'm going to bust out a mea culpa here. First of all, I don't remember putting non-Cubs into this thread, but I may have. And also, I don't think the Jeff Bianchi reference is all that heinous. So, Archer, my bad. And if I did what Pen says I did, my bad.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 11:04:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 12, 2012, 11:02:05 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered. 

Actually the first time an ex-Cub was repeated, this potential Eden Garden of threads was fucked. 

Somewhere around here (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg204181#msg204181) feels like Ground Zero of where this thread got permanently fucked.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 12, 2012, 11:06:52 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 11:04:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 12, 2012, 11:02:05 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered. 

Actually the first time an ex-Cub was repeated, this potential Eden Garden of threads was fucked. 

Somewhere around here (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg204181#msg204181) feels like Ground Zero of where this thread got permanently fucked.

Yilch. My bad.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 12, 2012, 11:19:37 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 11:04:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 12, 2012, 11:02:05 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered.  

Actually the first time an ex-Cub was repeated, this potential Eden Garden of threads was fucked.  

Somewhere around here (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43629#msg43629) feels like Ground Zero of where this thread got permanently fucked.

Nope.  Before that.

I'll find it but I've been kind of busy.

Edit:  I'm putting it on that irreverent fat fucking hipster, BananaHands' head (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43629#msg43629).

And your mother's a Rolling Stone, BH.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on January 12, 2012, 11:23:21 AM
Maybe here (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg44890#msg44890)?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 01:16:13 PM
This thread is where I got many B126 names, so I'll not have you badmouthing it, thank you.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 12, 2012, 01:32:16 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 01:16:13 PM
This thread is where I got many B126 names, so I'll not have you badmouthing it, thank you.

I think what Kermit is trying to say is that he'd appreciate it if someone could go ahead and start a "Cub Killers" thread for him to cheat off of.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 02:33:20 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 12, 2012, 11:19:37 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 11:04:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 12, 2012, 11:02:05 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered.  

Actually the first time an ex-Cub was repeated, this potential Eden Garden of threads was fucked.  

Somewhere around here (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43629#msg43629) feels like Ground Zero of where this thread got permanently fucked.

Nope.  Before that.

I'll find it but I've been kind of busy.

Edit:  I'm putting it on that irreverent fat fucking hipster, BananaHands' head (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43629#msg43629).

And your mother's a Rolling Stone, BH.

So, you're saying that this thread was ruined the very same day it was started? 

You kind of suck at this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 12, 2012, 04:42:42 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 02:33:20 PM
Quote from: PANK! on January 12, 2012, 11:19:37 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 11:04:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 12, 2012, 11:02:05 AM
Quote from: PenPho on January 12, 2012, 10:57:41 AM
Quote from: PANK! on January 11, 2012, 03:28:04 PM
Quote from: PenPho on January 11, 2012, 01:50:04 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on January 11, 2012, 01:38:47 PM
Jeff Bianchi

That's getting awfully loose with the intention of this thread.

Where you been?  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

There's getting loose with it (putting in players from other Chicago teams like a common Apex) and then there's Bo Ryan dodging '83 Caddies on Highway 41 just south of Green Bay, which is the territory we've now entered.  

Actually the first time an ex-Cub was repeated, this potential Eden Garden of threads was fucked.  

Somewhere around here (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43629#msg43629) feels like Ground Zero of where this thread got permanently fucked.

Nope.  Before that.

I'll find it but I've been kind of busy.

Edit:  I'm putting it on that irreverent fat fucking hipster, BananaHands' head (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg43629#msg43629).

And your mother's a Rolling Stone, BH.

So, you're saying that this thread was ruined the very same day it was started? 


It's easy for these things to get out of control quickly, yes. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 04:45:50 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 12, 2012, 01:32:16 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 01:16:13 PM
This thread is where I got many B126 names, so I'll not have you badmouthing it, thank you.

I think what Kermit is trying to say is that he'd appreciate it if someone could go ahead and start a "Cub Killers" thread for him to cheat off of.

Where were you four years ago?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 12, 2012, 05:02:59 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 04:45:50 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 12, 2012, 01:32:16 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 01:16:13 PM
This thread is where I got many B126 names, so I'll not have you badmouthing it, thank you.

I think what Kermit is trying to say is that he'd appreciate it if someone could go ahead and start a "Cub Killers" thread for him to cheat off of.

Where were you four years ago?

Four years... and counting.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 06:47:49 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 12, 2012, 05:02:59 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 04:45:50 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 12, 2012, 01:32:16 PM
Quote from: Kermit IV on January 12, 2012, 01:16:13 PM
This thread is where I got many B126 names, so I'll not have you badmouthing it, thank you.

I think what Kermit is trying to say is that he'd appreciate it if someone could go ahead and start a "Cub Killers" thread for him to cheat off of.

Where were you four years ago?

Four years... and counting.

Touche.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 13, 2012, 11:45:52 AM
Terry Shumpert.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on January 24, 2012, 03:53:02 PM
Carlos Pena.

Edit:

Quote from: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:49:01 PM
Probably Carlos Pena.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 25, 2012, 09:12:05 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on January 24, 2012, 03:53:02 PM
Carlos Pena.

Edit:

Quote from: Slaky on October 31, 2011, 02:49:01 PM
Probably Carlos Pena.

I really went out on a limb, there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 30, 2012, 01:28:05 PM
"The Chicago Cubs have signed left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, according to two sources familiar with the deal."

Playoffs here we come!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on January 30, 2012, 01:42:22 PM
Quote from: CBStew on January 30, 2012, 01:28:05 PM
"The Chicago Cubs have signed left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, according to two sources familiar with the deal."

Playoffs here we come!

Wait, did we cut him already, too?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on January 30, 2012, 01:56:03 PM
Quote from: Slaky on January 30, 2012, 01:42:22 PM
Quote from: CBStew on January 30, 2012, 01:28:05 PM
"The Chicago Cubs have signed left-handed reliever Trever Miller to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring training, according to two sources familiar with the deal."

Playoffs here we come!

Wait, did we cut him already, too?

We did, yeah. The Cubs are still on the fence apparently.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on January 31, 2012, 12:01:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2011, 10:29:09 AM
Jim Hendry

QuoteThe Yankees have hired former Cubs GM Jim Hendry, ESPNChicago.com's Bruce Levine tweets.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 31, 2012, 02:03:17 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on January 31, 2012, 12:01:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2011, 10:29:09 AM
Jim Hendry

QuoteThe Yankees have hired former Cubs GM Jim Hendry, ESPNChicago.com's Bruce Levine tweets.

Jeter's car ain't gonna park itself, you know.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 31, 2012, 03:11:44 PM
Quote from: Fork on January 31, 2012, 02:03:17 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on January 31, 2012, 12:01:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2011, 10:29:09 AM
Jim Hendry

QuoteThe Yankees have hired former Cubs GM Jim Hendry, ESPNChicago.com's Bruce Levine tweets.

Jeter's car ain't gonna park itself, you know.

And Costanza's gonna need to buy calzones for somebody, now that Big Stein is gone.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on February 06, 2012, 05:12:57 PM
 Blake Fucking DeWitt. (http://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/166645028951818240)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2012, 05:42:29 PM
Quote from: morpheus on February 06, 2012, 05:12:57 PM
Blake Fucking DeWitt. (http://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/166645028951818240)

NOT GONE YET (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7922.msg250564#msg250564)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on February 16, 2012, 07:35:37 AM
Ramon F. Ortiz. (https://twitter.com/#!/SFGiants/status/169881476152823808)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 16, 2012, 07:49:10 AM
Quote from: morpheus on February 16, 2012, 07:35:37 AM
Ramon F. Ortiz. (https://twitter.com/#!/SFGiants/status/169881476152823808)

firetheo.com
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on February 21, 2012, 03:50:48 PM
Chris Carpenter.  Mmmmmmokay.

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 21, 2012, 04:34:44 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on February 21, 2012, 03:50:48 PM
Chris Carpenter.  Mmmmmmokay.

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

Players to be named later going each way?   
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 21, 2012, 04:41:25 PM
I nominate Eric Engelman for an all expense paid membership in Desipio.

http://www.news-press.com/article/20120221/SPRINGTRAINING/120221024/Cubs-fan-buys-jetbluepark-com-much-Red-Sox-Nation-s-dismay?odyssey=tab|topnews|text|Home
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on February 22, 2012, 08:43:54 AM
Quote from: CBStew on February 21, 2012, 04:34:44 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on February 21, 2012, 03:50:48 PM
Chris Carpenter.  Mmmmmmokay.

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

Players to be named later going each way?   

Kubbeez will get back Rich Hill.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2012, 09:15:09 AM
Quote from: CBStew on February 21, 2012, 04:34:44 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on February 21, 2012, 03:50:48 PM
Chris Carpenter.  Mmmmmmokay.

http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120221&content_id=26776578&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

Players to be named later going each way?   

What matters is: it's all over and everyone involved can finally move on... at some point in the indefinite future.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on March 09, 2012, 09:06:28 AM
Bruce Weber. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/ncb/story/_/id/7664755/illinois-fighting-illini-bruce-weber-loses-job)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on March 09, 2012, 11:50:58 AM
Quote from: morpheus on March 09, 2012, 09:06:28 AM
Bruce Weber. (http://espn.go.com/chicago/ncb/story/_/id/7664755/illinois-fighting-illini-bruce-weber-loses-job)

Man, I really wasn't paying attention to the Cubs last year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on March 19, 2012, 08:09:33 PM
Dontrelle Willis
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on March 20, 2012, 12:02:59 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.

Can PenPho stay?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on March 20, 2012, 12:06:42 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.

I vote for CT.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on March 20, 2012, 01:15:23 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on March 20, 2012, 12:06:42 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.

I vote for CT.

Present.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 20, 2012, 01:20:37 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 20, 2012, 01:15:23 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on March 20, 2012, 12:06:42 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.

I vote for CT.

Present.

Harumph.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on March 20, 2012, 02:11:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.


(http://blogs.sfweekly.com/thesnitch/ray-ratto.jpg)

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 20, 2012, 02:14:11 PM
Quote from: Waco Kid on March 20, 2012, 02:11:17 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.


(http://blogs.sfweekly.com/thesnitch/ray-ratto.jpg)



Perhaps a Purge is what we need. We have to reinforce orthodoxy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on March 20, 2012, 04:20:36 PM
Quote from: Fork on March 20, 2012, 01:20:37 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 20, 2012, 01:15:23 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on March 20, 2012, 12:06:42 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.

I vote for CT.

Present.

Harumph.

Can I have jetpacks?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on March 20, 2012, 07:02:46 PM
Quote from: Bort on March 20, 2012, 04:20:36 PM
Quote from: Fork on March 20, 2012, 01:20:37 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 20, 2012, 01:15:23 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on March 20, 2012, 12:06:42 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.

I vote for CT.

Present.

Harumph.

Can I have jetpacks?

You can have three.

(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_iwkICuApuh0/TUK4dVC53NI/AAAAAAAAAHg/8FsKEmmr3T8/s1600/jetpackTrio.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on March 20, 2012, 07:54:05 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 07:02:46 PM
Quote from: Bort on March 20, 2012, 04:20:36 PM
Quote from: Fork on March 20, 2012, 01:20:37 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 20, 2012, 01:15:23 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on March 20, 2012, 12:06:42 PM
Quote from: CT III on March 20, 2012, 12:01:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 11:20:33 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2012, 11:04:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 20, 2012, 09:37:52 AM
Quote from: BH on March 20, 2012, 09:35:44 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 19, 2012, 09:06:24 PM
THIS THREAD IS MADNESS NOW.

When do the Mods go up for election?

I could bring the cold iron fist of absolutism back into this collective and fix things right quick.

If Andy wants someone to turn every thread on the site into a tirade about Bears draft picks from the '90s I'm sure he'll be in touch.

Like that would be so much worse than the current state of affairs. This messageboard needs the lash and you know it.

Sure, Andy could give MODS to a wet-behind the ears Iowa hick like yourself.

Or, he could give them to a man with a proven track record of success.  A man who went into a shoutbox rife with cartoon cat pornography and Guests, and subjugated it.

I pledge this, if I am given MODS, I will clean up this messageboard, and I WILL destroy PenFoe.

Thank you.

I vote for CT.

Present.

Harumph.

Can I have jetpacks?

You can have three.

(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_iwkICuApuh0/TUK4dVC53NI/AAAAAAAAAHg/8FsKEmmr3T8/s1600/jetpackTrio.jpg)

HOORAY.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on April 22, 2012, 04:06:18 AM
Marlon Byrd (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7839563/chicago-cubs-trade-marlon-byrd-boston-red-sox).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on April 22, 2012, 09:46:22 AM
Quote from: Tonker on April 22, 2012, 04:06:18 AM
Marlon Byrd (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7839563/chicago-cubs-trade-marlon-byrd-boston-red-sox).

YES!  And this Bowden kid is legit.  he went to Waubansee Valley, which makes him kind of a douche, but still a good young pitcher.  And Marlon Byrd sucks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 22, 2012, 09:57:22 AM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on April 22, 2012, 09:46:22 AM
Quote from: Tonker on April 22, 2012, 04:06:18 AM
Marlon Byrd (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7839563/chicago-cubs-trade-marlon-byrd-boston-red-sox).

YES!  And this Bowden kid is legit.  he went to Waubansee Valley, which makes him kind of a douche, but still a good young pitcher.  And Marlon Byrd sucks.

Sounds like a Cubbie who probably "gets it".
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on May 06, 2012, 04:37:43 PM
Blake DeWitt.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 06, 2012, 07:17:29 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on May 06, 2012, 04:37:43 PM
Blake DeWitt.

NOT GONE YET! (https://twitter.com/#!/CarrieMuskat/status/199155215126114305)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 11, 2012, 03:33:24 PM
nice choice jim

http://tracking.si.com/2012/05/11/mark-derosa-tweaks-shoulder-after-bryce-harper-high-five/
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 11, 2012, 04:52:32 PM
I remember when this was my favorite thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 11, 2012, 05:57:54 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 11, 2012, 04:52:32 PM
I remember when this was my favorite thread.

I remember living on Pierce Avenue in Humboldt Park when I was four years old, but not very much after that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 13, 2012, 11:08:54 AM
Quote from: CBStew on May 11, 2012, 05:57:54 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 11, 2012, 04:52:32 PM
I remember when this was my favorite thread.

I remember living on Pierce Avenue in Humboldt Park when I was four years old, but not very much after that.

I remember when my buddy Joe lived on Pierce Avenue in Wicker Park when I was in my late 20's, but not very much while I was there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 14, 2012, 07:49:13 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

SPORTZ
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 14, 2012, 09:20:07 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

What the fuck just happened here?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on May 14, 2012, 09:37:17 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 14, 2012, 09:20:07 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

What the fuck just happened here?

Grass hockee.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 14, 2012, 11:54:18 AM
Fuck this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 14, 2012, 12:08:20 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 14, 2012, 11:54:18 AM
Fuck this thread.

That should set things straight.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs

I see what you're getting at, but on the other hand, kiss my arse, bumpkin boy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:41:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs

I see what you're getting at, but on the other hand, kiss my arse, bumpkin boy.

Tonk,this is why your people never get involved in any wars, because this would be why they would then lose said damn wars.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 01:07:19 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:41:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs

I see what you're getting at, but on the other hand, kiss my arse, bumpkin boy.

Tonk,this is why your people never get involved in any wars, because this would be why they would then lose said damn wars.

Keep it up. We can't have those Europussies enjoying things that they like and so forth. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on May 15, 2012, 08:10:22 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 01:07:19 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:41:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs

I see what you're getting at, but on the other hand, kiss my arse, bumpkin boy.

Tonk,this is why your people never get involved in any wars, because this would be why they would then lose said damn wars.

Keep it up. We can't have those Europussies enjoying things that they like and so forth. 

Things like... socialism? And fourth trimester abortions? Where I come from, they got another name for Europe... vacation fun dream land HELL.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 15, 2012, 08:13:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 01:07:19 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:41:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs

I see what you're getting at, but on the other hand, kiss my arse, bumpkin boy.

Tonk,this is why your people never get involved in any wars, because this would be why they would then lose said damn wars.

Keep it up. We can't have those Europussies enjoying things that they like and so forth. 

Damn straight. Even if relegation is actually a very smart idea that would be very interesting if applied to American professional sports and might keep people like the owners of the Pirates from using the team as a tax writeoff. But teh Euros are most definitely ghey.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 15, 2012, 10:05:01 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 15, 2012, 08:10:22 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 01:07:19 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:41:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs

I see what you're getting at, but on the other hand, kiss my arse, bumpkin boy.

Tonk,this is why your people never get involved in any wars, because this would be why they would then lose said damn wars.

Keep it up. We can't have those Europussies enjoying things that they like and so forth. 

Things like... socialism? And fourth trimester abortions? Where I come from, they got another name for Europe... vacation fun dream land HELL.

God damnit...4th trimester abortions made me laugh.  Fucker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on May 15, 2012, 10:56:26 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 15, 2012, 10:05:01 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 15, 2012, 08:10:22 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 01:07:19 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:41:37 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 12:37:20 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 14, 2012, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 10:53:03 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 14, 2012, 09:14:27 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 14, 2012, 04:18:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 13, 2012, 11:20:52 AM
Manchester United.

Ha!  Fucking nearly Aston Villa, too, mind you...

McLeish is gone. HAHAHAHAHHAHA

Just heard - not before time.  I can only imagine your relief.  Having said that, hands off Adkins.

(http://www.turnbacktogod.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/these-colors-dont-run.jpg)....and they certainly don't run to play Soccer, boy. Take this talk back to Denmark where it belongs

I see what you're getting at, but on the other hand, kiss my arse, bumpkin boy.

Tonk,this is why your people never get involved in any wars, because this would be why they would then lose said damn wars.

Keep it up. We can't have those Europussies enjoying things that they like and so forth. 

Things like... socialism? And fourth trimester abortions? Where I come from, they got another name for Europe... vacation fun dream land HELL.

God damnit...4th trimester abortions made me laugh.  Fucker.

annnnnd I'm out. See ya next year, Desipio!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on May 16, 2012, 08:05:01 AM
Wrigley Field? (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304192704577404424241146562.html?mod=WSJ_hp_mostpop_read)  This seamed like the logical thread for this. Also i'm too lazy to look past the first page.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2012, 08:34:18 AM
Quote from: morpheus on May 16, 2012, 08:05:01 AM
Wrigley Field? (http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304192704577404424241146562.html?mod=WSJ_hp_mostpop_read)  This seamed like the logical thread for this. Also i'm too lazy to look past the first page.

Cute. But still about as trenchant as blaming it all on a cloven-hooved ruminant, substituting one magical curse for another.

QuoteWhat will happen when the Cubs walk away from Wrigley? They will forget, and as they forget, they will win. Think of 100 years in Wrigley as 40 years in the wilderness. It's time for a new generation to be born, untouched by the slavery of endless defeat.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 16, 2012, 09:01:08 AM
There are two reasonable points:

1) The change in the wind from day to day makes it tougher to build a team for the park.

2) Lemmings who buy tickets in the bleachers regardless of record take the pressure off management to win.

I think #1 has some validity. #2 appears to have been reduced in recent years judging by the number of empty seats.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 16, 2012, 09:08:03 AM
This guy seems like a real joy to be around. (https://twitter.com/cwyers/status/202652830979457024)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 16, 2012, 09:53:43 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 16, 2012, 09:01:08 AM
There are two reasonable points:

1) The change in the wind from day to day makes it tougher to build a team for the park.

2) Lemmings who buy tickets in the bleachers regardless of record take the pressure off management to win.

I think #1 has some validity. #2 appears to have been reduced in recent years judging by the number of empty seats.

Sigh.

1. Field a team of guys who can hit and pitch and field and who gives a shit which way the wind is blowing.  Fine, if they played at Coors, it might make it easier for them build a team around home run hitters, as evidenced by the how many WS titles The Rockies have.  If only The Yankees would have made that rumored DiMaggio for Williams trade...they would have won so many more titles.

2.  Cool.  We're still under the impression that it's the attendance revenue that is the majority of a teams' revenue stream.  Cool.  And, somehow, management doesn't want to win because people see games no matter what, TV revenue or stadium advertising be damned.

So, no, neither point has any validity.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on May 16, 2012, 09:54:03 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 16, 2012, 09:01:08 AM
There are two reasonable points:

1) The change in the wind from day to day makes it tougher to build a team for the park.

2) Lemmings who buy tickets in the bleachers regardless of record take the pressure off management to win.

I think #1 has some validity. #2 appears to have been reduced in recent years judging by the number of empty seats.

The point this guy skipped altogether was that the Ricketts pay property tax and maintenance costs on Wrigley and do not enjoy the concession or advertising revenue potential of competitors, who get sweetheart leases from local governments. The Wirtz/Reinsdorf crew realized the potential revenues and maintenance cost savings by building the UC and tearing down the Stadium. Reinsdorf realized even more savings by having Jim Thompson and Michael Madigan generously build them a new ballpark for no charge to Jerry, only at a charge to the hospitality industry and to the city and state.

The other point this guy skipped is the players' facilities, which most argue puts the team at a disadvantage.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 16, 2012, 09:55:20 AM
Quote from: Brownie on May 16, 2012, 09:54:03 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 16, 2012, 09:01:08 AM
There are two reasonable points:

1) The change in the wind from day to day makes it tougher to build a team for the park.

2) Lemmings who buy tickets in the bleachers regardless of record take the pressure off management to win.

I think #1 has some validity. #2 appears to have been reduced in recent years judging by the number of empty seats.

The point this guy skipped altogether was that the Ricketts pay property tax and maintenance costs on Wrigley and do not enjoy the concession or advertising revenue potential of competitors, who get sweetheart leases from local governments. The Wirtz/Reinsdorf crew realized the potential revenues and maintenance cost savings by building the UC and tearing down the Stadium. Reinsdorf realized even more savings by having Jim Thompson and Michael Madigan generously build them a new ballpark for no charge to Jerry, only at a charge to the hospitality industry and to the city and state.

The other point this guy skipped is the players' facilities, which most argue puts the team at a disadvantage.

But, the visitor's clubhouse sucks even worse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 16, 2012, 10:08:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 16, 2012, 09:53:43 AM
1. Field a team of guys who can hit and pitch and field and who gives a shit which way the wind is blowing.  Fine, if they played at Coors, it might make it easier for them build a team around home run hitters, as evidenced by the how many WS titles The Rockies have.  If only The Yankees would have made that rumored DiMaggio for Williams trade...they would have won so many more titles.

2.  Cool.  We're still under the impression that it's the attendance revenue that is the majority of a teams' revenue stream.  Cool.  And, somehow, management doesn't want to win because people see games no matter what, TV revenue or stadium advertising be damned.

1) The Yankees have tailored their team to their park. They've had a modicum of success.

2) No one is saying management doesn't want to win. But there is validity in the argument that if revenues are inelastic relative to product quality, the incentive to improve the quality is mitigated.  I just don't think that the slope of that curve is as vertical today as it was pre-2003.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on May 16, 2012, 10:46:12 AM
This thread is really not living up to its title right now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on May 16, 2012, 10:59:48 AM
Quote from: PenPho on May 16, 2012, 10:46:12 AM
This thread is really not living up to its title right now.

Damn this thread for making me agree with PenFoe.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2012, 11:42:14 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 16, 2012, 09:01:08 AM
There are two reasonable points:

1) The change in the wind from day to day makes it tougher to build a team for the park.

2) Lemmings who buy tickets in the bleachers regardless of record take the pressure off management to win.

I think #1 has some validity. #2 appears to have been reduced in recent years judging by the number of empty seats.

Insofar as it's the only truly substantive point in the entire thing, Point #1 got me thinking...

Quote1. The park is schizo.

A few years ago, when I was traveling with the Cubs for a story, I had a long talk with Andy MacPhail, then the team's president. MacPhail had just come from Minnesota, where he won two World Series.

In Chicago, he told me, the big challenge was building a team that could win in Wrigley, a stadium that suffers multiple-personality disorder. In Minnesota, he'd been able to fashion a roster designed to win in the Metrodome, where the Twins played; as the Yankees were long able to design a team for their stadium, where left-handed power hitters take advantage of right field's so-called "short porch."

But Wrigley has no such peculiarity. It looks like a home-run hitter's park, and when the wind blows out, it is. But when the wind screams off the lake, the park turns nasty. Even balls headed for the seats are reduced to routine flies. For the Cubs, MacPhail said, every game might as well be away. Which means the front office has to build a kind of All-Star team, perfectly rounded for every kind of park. Which is impossible.

For the Cubs, every game might as well be away?

Far be it from me to not trust the keen judgement of a baseball wunderkind like Andy MacPhail, but this premise struck me as... well, testable.

To Baseball-Reference!

Per this B-R doodad (http://www.baseball-reference.com/games/situational.shtml), here are the win-loss records for both the Cubs and the rest of the NL since the Chicago National League Ball Club began playing at Wrigley in 1916, both overall and broken out into home and road records:

            W      L      W%     HW     HL     HW%     RW     RL     RW%
CHC      7366   7657   0.490   4011   3532   0.532   3355   4125   0.449
NL      80206  80372   0.499  43415  36874   0.541  36791  43498   0.458
NL-CHC  72840  72715   0.500  39404  33342   0.542  33436  39373   0.459

That's the Cubs, the entire NL and the NL minus the Cubs.

So, the Cubs' home winning percentage over these 96+ seasons has indeed been below the league average. But, then, so have their road and overall winning percentages.

What interests me is their record at Wrigley relative to their record elsewhere. And how the difference between the two compares to the rest of the NL.

        H%/R%   H%/W%
CHC     1.186   1.085
NL-CHC  1.180   1.082

Those are the ratios of home winning percentage to road winning percentage on the one hand, and home winning percentage to overall winning percentage on the other. And the Cubs have kept in remarkably close step with the rest of the NL. Go figure.

Granted, these numbers don't take into account the possibility that the various roster compromises engendered by a supposedly hostile home field might have depressed winning on the road as much as Wrigley depressed winning at home. (I'd figure it would be the opposite. If every game is road game, you build a team that can win road games.)

But I still feel pretty safe in concluding from this quick exercise (and general experience) that Andy MacPhail is a twat.

The fact of the matter is that (save for the obvious) the Cubs have won at Wrigley over the years. In fact, outside of the true 40 38 years in the wilderness between 1945 and 1984, they've actually posted a home winning percentage above the NL average over the same span (1916-1945, 1984-2012):

            W      L      W%     HW     HL     HW%     RW     RL     RW%
CHC      4652   4414   0.513   2507   2048   0.550   2145   2366   0.476
NL-CHC  45837  46241   0.498  24850  21167   0.540  20987  25074   0.456
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on May 16, 2012, 11:51:08 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?

Maybe they have, just not good ones.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2012, 11:51:15 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high?

I thought they started trimming it shorter when they gutted the field a few years back.

At least I seem to recall Unkie Borb talking about something like that early in the season one year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 16, 2012, 12:30:48 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2012, 11:51:15 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high?

I thought they started trimming it shorter when they gutted the field a few years back.

At least I seem to recall Unkie Borb talking about something like that early in the season one year.

So grow it back out. Sign some sinkerballers, stock the lineup with fly-ball hitters and PROFIT.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on May 16, 2012, 12:32:24 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 12:30:48 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2012, 11:51:15 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high?

I thought they started trimming it shorter when they gutted the field a few years back.

At least I seem to recall Unkie Borb talking about something like that early in the season one year.

So grow it back out. Sign some sinkerballers, stock the lineup with fly-ball hitters and PROFIT.

I'm still holding out for Brandon Webb. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on May 16, 2012, 12:40:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on May 16, 2012, 12:32:24 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 12:30:48 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2012, 11:51:15 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high?

I thought they started trimming it shorter when they gutted the field a few years back.

At least I seem to recall Unkie Borb talking about something like that early in the season one year.

So grow it back out. Sign some sinkerballers, stock the lineup with fly-ball hitters and PROFIT.

I'm still holding out for Brandon Webb. 

So he can be flipped for Peavy?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 16, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?

Every infield in the majors is tailored to the home team's players. Some shortstops like the dirt harder for better bounces, some like slower grass. I'm not sure Castro has figured out what he likes yet.

That being said, they had tall grass and soft dirt everywhere when the Cubs' pitching staff was setting strikeout records.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 16, 2012, 01:11:12 PM
Quote from: Fork on May 16, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?

Every infield in the majors is tailored to the home team's players. Some shortstops like the dirt harder for better bounces, some like slower grass. I'm not sure Castro has figured out what he likes yet.

That being said, they had tall grass and soft dirt everywhere when the Cubs' pitching staff was setting strikeout records.

So, just to be clear: The run sets up the play-action pass?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2012, 01:19:53 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 01:11:12 PM
Quote from: Fork on May 16, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?

Every infield in the majors is tailored to the home team's players. Some shortstops like the dirt harder for better bounces, some like slower grass. I'm not sure Castro has figured out what he likes yet.

That being said, they had tall grass and soft dirt everywhere when the Cubs' pitching staff was setting strikeout records.

So, just to be clear: The run sets up the play-action pass?

And you can't just throw fastballs, son.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 16, 2012, 01:21:47 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 01:11:12 PM
Quote from: Fork on May 16, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?

Every infield in the majors is tailored to the home team's players. Some shortstops like the dirt harder for better bounces, some like slower grass. I'm not sure Castro has figured out what he likes yet.

That being said, they had tall grass and soft dirt everywhere when the Cubs' pitching staff was setting strikeout records.

So, just to be clear: The run sets up the play-action pass?

11 on 11. Pick a man and guard him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on May 16, 2012, 01:29:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on May 16, 2012, 01:21:47 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 01:11:12 PM
Quote from: Fork on May 16, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?

Every infield in the majors is tailored to the home team's players. Some shortstops like the dirt harder for better bounces, some like slower grass. I'm not sure Castro has figured out what he likes yet.

That being said, they had tall grass and soft dirt everywhere when the Cubs' pitching staff was setting strikeout records.

So, just to be clear: The run sets up the play-action pass?

11 on 11. Pick a man and guard him.

Castro plays the cover who defense out there at shortstop.  More like shorterror, amiright?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 16, 2012, 01:36:36 PM
Quote from: Fork on May 16, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
I'm not sure Castro has figured out what he likes yet.

Bitches who don't talk?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on May 16, 2012, 01:54:16 PM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on May 16, 2012, 01:29:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on May 16, 2012, 01:21:47 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 01:11:12 PM
Quote from: Fork on May 16, 2012, 01:00:45 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 16, 2012, 11:49:08 AM
Doesn't everyone complain that the infield grass at Wrigley is like a foot high? Why have the Cubs not tried signing as many ground-ball pitchers as possible?

Every infield in the majors is tailored to the home team's players. Some shortstops like the dirt harder for better bounces, some like slower grass. I'm not sure Castro has figured out what he likes yet.

That being said, they had tall grass and soft dirt everywhere when the Cubs' pitching staff was setting strikeout records.

So, just to be clear: The run sets up the play-action pass?

11 on 11. Pick a man and guard him.

Castro plays the cover who defense out there at shortstop.  More like shorterror, amiright?

Starlin Castro (Fuck You)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 18, 2012, 09:08:14 AM
Quote from: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)

Chuck's having a field day on Twitter. Bad jokes flowing through his keyboard like the fish of Capistrano.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 18, 2012, 09:08:49 AM
Quote from: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)

Dammit (http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7945053/chicago-cubs-kerry-wood-retiring).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on May 18, 2012, 09:09:01 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 18, 2012, 09:08:14 AM
Quote from: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)

Chuck's having a field day on Twitter. Bad jokes flowing through his keyboard like the fish of Capistrano.

swans
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on May 18, 2012, 09:42:56 AM
Quote from: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)

I fucking love Kerry Wood.  I will never not love Kerry Wood.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 10:11:07 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 18, 2012, 09:42:56 AM
Quote from: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)

I fucking love Kerry Wood.  I will never not love Kerry Wood.

Same here. I will, however, not love the meatballs who are saying that his number should be retired. It's too easy to make an argument against it and there are those who can't wait to do so. Fuck both sides of that non-argument in the face with a syringe full of rat semen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on May 18, 2012, 10:18:41 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 10:11:07 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 18, 2012, 09:42:56 AM
Quote from: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)

I fucking love Kerry Wood.  I will never not love Kerry Wood.

Same here. I will, however, not love the meatballs who are saying that his number should be retired. It's too easy to make an argument against it and there are those who can't wait to do so. Fuck both sides of that non-argument in the face with a syringe full of rat semen.
Wow. That's either a lot of rats or one very busy rat.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 18, 2012, 10:27:55 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 10:11:07 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 18, 2012, 09:42:56 AM
Quote from: thehawk on May 18, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
According to ESPN1000... Kerry Wood

(not the guy I really wanted to bring this thread back on track with)

I fucking love Kerry Wood.  I will never not love Kerry Wood.

Same here. I will, however, not love the meatballs who are saying that his number should be retired. It's too easy to make an argument against it and there are those who can't wait to do so. Fuck both sides of that non-argument in the face with a syringe full of rat semen.

He jerked off an entire rat king.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on May 18, 2012, 10:54:47 AM
I think I may have been wrong all these years. Ryno isn't my favorite Cub. Kerry Wood is.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 11:15:47 AM
Never heard the 'Stros feed on that before. Nice. Remind me to send some Smoque BBQ to Jerry Meals' hotel room next time he's in town. The man is a saint. It always looks like he's enjoying it as much as we were. I half-expect him to do the Frank Drebin after a couple of those calls. 


EDIT: That was my world series. If I never see one. Fuck it. I saw that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 18, 2012, 11:27:32 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

I seriously got a little misty-eyed watching that again.  That was balls out.  I fucking love Kerry Wood and will never - NEVER, I say - hear a word said against him.  At the risk of getting all meatball-y, the kid needs to stay with the club in some capacity.

EDIT: I've just been reminded of how fucking beside myself with excitement I was when he came back from Tommy John disease.  And then hit one out of the park himself.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on May 18, 2012, 11:35:10 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 18, 2012, 11:27:32 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

I seriously got a little misty-eyed watching that again.  That was balls out.  I fucking love Kerry Wood and will never - NEVER, I say - hear a word said against him.  At the risk of getting all meatball-y, the kid needs to stay with the club in some capacity.

EDIT: I've just been reminded of how fucking beside myself with excitement I was when he came back from Tommy John disease.  And then hit one out of the park himself.

I was at that game, and Ronnie Woo Woo was shaking everyone's hand as they walked out the El turnstiles and declaring that we were all going to "see history" that day. I guess I reacted to an extended hand without thinking who it was and shook it. Then I felt gross all game because I shook Ronnie's gross homeless person hand. Kerry's homer was cool.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on May 18, 2012, 12:12:20 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 18, 2012, 11:27:32 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

I seriously got a little misty-eyed watching that again.  That was balls out.  I fucking love Kerry Wood and will never - NEVER, I say - hear a word said against him.  At the risk of getting all meatball-y, the kid needs to stay with the club in some capacity.

EDIT: I've just been reminded of how fucking beside myself with excitement I was when he came back from Tommy John disease.  And then hit one out of the park himself.

http://firejerryangelo.org/2012/05/18/the-end-of-one-era/#comments
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 18, 2012, 12:35:44 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 11:15:47 AM
Never heard the 'Stros feed on that before. Nice. Remind me to send some Smoque BBQ to Jerry Meals' hotel room next time he's in town. The man is a saint. It always looks like he's enjoying it as much as we were. I half-expect him to do the Frank Drebin after a couple of those calls. 


EDIT: That was my world series. If I never see one. Fuck it. I saw that.

If you buy the game on iTunes, you get the away broadcast. Better than listening to Mr. Line Drive Base Hit Caught Out There.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 01:31:10 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 12:35:44 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 11:15:47 AM
Never heard the 'Stros feed on that before. Nice. Remind me to send some Smoque BBQ to Jerry Meals' hotel room next time he's in town. The man is a saint. It always looks like he's enjoying it as much as we were. I half-expect him to do the Frank Drebin after a couple of those calls. 


EDIT: That was my world series. If I never see one. Fuck it. I saw that.

If you buy the game on iTunes, you get the away broadcast. Better than listening to Mr. Line Drive Base Hit Caught Out There.

I have a CD with Pat and Ron's call on it somewhere. It's enough to make a common Huey jump up and click his heels together.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on May 18, 2012, 01:41:42 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 12:35:44 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 11:15:47 AM
Never heard the 'Stros feed on that before. Nice. Remind me to send some Smoque BBQ to Jerry Meals' hotel room next time he's in town. The man is a saint. It always looks like he's enjoying it as much as we were. I half-expect him to do the Frank Drebin after a couple of those calls. 


EDIT: That was my world series. If I never see one. Fuck it. I saw that.

If you buy the game on iTunes, you get the away broadcast. Better than listening to Mr. Line Drive Base Hit Caught Out There.

But you miss looking at his sweater that not even Cliff Huxtable would wear.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on May 18, 2012, 01:43:27 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 18, 2012, 01:41:42 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 12:35:44 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 11:15:47 AM
Never heard the 'Stros feed on that before. Nice. Remind me to send some Smoque BBQ to Jerry Meals' hotel room next time he's in town. The man is a saint. It always looks like he's enjoying it as much as we were. I half-expect him to do the Frank Drebin after a couple of those calls.  


EDIT: That was my world series. If I never see one. Fuck it. I saw that.

If you buy the game on iTunes, you get the away broadcast. Better than listening to Mr. Line Drive Base Hit Caught Out There.

But you miss looking at his sweater that not even Cliff Huxtable would wear.
(http://imgs.sfgate.com/blogs/images/sfgate/parenting/2010/10/10/cosby_one290x303.jpg)
(http://www.nerve.com/files/archive/scanner/2008/06/01-07/bcosby_sweaters.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on May 18, 2012, 01:53:21 PM
Quote from: PenPho on May 18, 2012, 01:43:27 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 18, 2012, 01:41:42 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 12:35:44 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 11:15:47 AM
Never heard the 'Stros feed on that before. Nice. Remind me to send some Smoque BBQ to Jerry Meals' hotel room next time he's in town. The man is a saint. It always looks like he's enjoying it as much as we were. I half-expect him to do the Frank Drebin after a couple of those calls.  


EDIT: That was my world series. If I never see one. Fuck it. I saw that.

If you buy the game on iTunes, you get the away broadcast. Better than listening to Mr. Line Drive Base Hit Caught Out There.

But you miss looking at his sweater that not even Cliff Huxtable would wear.
(http://imgs.sfgate.com/blogs/images/sfgate/parenting/2010/10/10/cosby_one290x303.jpg)
(http://www.nerve.com/files/archive/scanner/2008/06/01-07/bcosby_sweaters.jpg)


Thanks Pen, now we all know who Cliff Huxtable is and what his sweaters look like.  What would we do without you?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 18, 2012, 01:58:00 PM
I think I get the idea of what a Huxtable sweater looks like. But I could use a few more examples just to be sure.

I'm assuming it's a just a knit garment draped over a black guy?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 02:30:16 PM
Quote from: CT III on May 18, 2012, 01:53:21 PM
Thanks Pen, now we all know who Cliff Huxtable is and what his sweaters look like.  What would we do without you?

Pen's just trying to manufacture more reasons to bitch about this thread.

Quote from: Eli on May 18, 2012, 01:58:00 PM
I think I get the idea of what a Huxtable sweater looks like. But I could use a few more examples just to be sure.

I'm assuming it's a just a knit garment draped over a black guy?

http://www.thecosbysweaterproject.com/
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on May 18, 2012, 02:47:35 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 02:30:16 PM
Quote from: CT III on May 18, 2012, 01:53:21 PM
Thanks Pen, now we all know who Cliff Huxtable is and what his sweaters look like.  What would we do without you?

Pen's just trying to manufacture more reasons to bitch about this thread.

Quote from: Eli on May 18, 2012, 01:58:00 PM
I think I get the idea of what a Huxtable sweater looks like. But I could use a few more examples just to be sure.

I'm assuming it's a just a knit garment draped over a black guy?

http://www.thecosbysweaterproject.com/

I couldn't find any photos of Chip Carey in a sweater and it just felt like TIME TO POST. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on May 18, 2012, 04:04:31 PM
Explaining the joke is a proud Desipio tradition, dating back nearly a month (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8100.msg253609#msg253609).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on May 18, 2012, 04:21:01 PM
(http://oi48.tinypic.com/2e1embl.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:44:35 PM
Quote from: PenPho on May 18, 2012, 04:21:01 PM
(http://oi48.tinypic.com/2e1embl.jpg)

Settle down, you queers.

It's not like he died. JESUS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:51:54 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

Have some goddamn perspective, you guys. It's only SPORTZ.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 18, 2012, 04:55:13 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:51:54 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

Have some goddamn perspective, you guys. It's only SPORTZ.

Keep in mind, Apex is the same dude who hated Greg Maddux and was butthurt when they retired his number because...some reason.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:56:36 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:51:54 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

Have some goddamn perspective, you guys. It's only SPORTZ.

I felt EMOTIONZ too. I smiled. I felt a tickle in my belly. Then I punched myself in the throat, called myself a pussy and trudged on. No TEARZ.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:56:57 PM
Quote from: Oleg on May 18, 2012, 04:55:13 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:51:54 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

Have some goddamn perspective, you guys. It's only SPORTZ.

Keep in mind, Apex is the same dude who hated Greg Maddux and was butthurt when they retired his number because...some reason.

Because he's a Brave.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:58:22 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:56:36 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:51:54 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

Have some goddamn perspective, you guys. It's only SPORTZ.

I felt EMOTIONZ too. I smiled. I felt a tickle in my belly. Then I punched myself in the throat, called myself a pussy and trudged on. No TEARZ.

Pex guys get emotional about SPORTZ like this. All other guys get emotional about SPORTZ like WRONG.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on May 18, 2012, 05:00:22 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

pre·ten·tious/priˈtenCHəs/ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9BqUBYaHlM)
Adjective:   Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 05:03:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on May 18, 2012, 05:00:22 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

pre·ten·tious/priˈtenCHəs/ (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9BqUBYaHlM)
Adjective:   Attempting to impress by affecting greater importance, talent, culture, etc., than is actually possessed.



Exactly. I'm a fucking mindreader. Deal with it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on May 18, 2012, 06:31:58 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:56:57 PM
Quote from: Oleg on May 18, 2012, 04:55:13 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:51:54 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

Have some goddamn perspective, you guys. It's only SPORTZ.

Keep in mind, Apex is the same dude who hated Greg Maddux and was butthurt when they retired his number because...some reason.

Because he's a Brave.

Apex, I'm with you. I don't hate Maddux, but he wasn't really a Cub. Unlike Kerry Wood, who I have a bit of a mancrush on.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 07:22:45 PM
Quote from: Tony on May 18, 2012, 06:31:58 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:56:57 PM
Quote from: Oleg on May 18, 2012, 04:55:13 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 04:51:54 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 04:48:58 PM
Not saying gay, just a little pretentious is all.

Have some goddamn perspective, you guys. It's only SPORTZ.

Keep in mind, Apex is the same dude who hated Greg Maddux and was butthurt when they retired his number because...some reason.

Because he's a Brave.

Apex, I'm with you. I don't hate Maddux, but he wasn't really a Cub. Unlike Kerry Wood, who I have a bit of a mancrush on.

Right! I don't disparage Maddux at all. He didn't want to leave the Cubs but they wouldn't pay him what he was worth. He didn't go and campaign to have his number retired, they just did it so Chuck and his son could have a good cry at the ballpark over a player who was very good as a Cub but achieved true greatness and won pennants and a World Series for an NL rival. I find it insulting that the Cubs would foist Maddux's Cubdom upon us when it was the former ownership's bungling of the franchise that led to his unforgivable departure.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to go soothe my raging hemorrhoids with lemming tears.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 07:29:50 PM
In all honesty, real-life Apex doesn't care if you want to cry for Kerry Wood or cry for Princess Diana or whatever you want to do. But Internet Apex has to police that shit because he thinks it's dorky and the best time to stickpoke people is when their nerves are all jumpy from watching people hug on tv.

And the "get a son" remark is the fruit of that labor of love, you know. DadPex would throw up in his mouth if he ever saw me cry over something like that but hopefully I'm a more evolved male than he'll ever be. Remains to be seen, I know.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on May 18, 2012, 10:01:47 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 18, 2012, 07:29:50 PMBut Internet Apex has to police that shit because he thinks it's dorky and the best time to stickpoke people is when their nerves are all jumpy from watching people hug on tv.

And the "get a son" remark is the fruit of that labor of love, you know.

I'm a troll.


Fixed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on May 18, 2012, 10:02:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

(http://i.imgur.com/uW6xE.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 18, 2012, 10:12:32 PM
I can't believe how many "Congrats on a standing ovation and a curtain call in a meaningless game for an average player" tweets/posts/etc. I had to read today. Then I realized that there are a lot of cunts in the world.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 18, 2012, 10:25:52 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 18, 2012, 10:02:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

(http://i.imgur.com/uW6xE.png)

Is that shopped?  The E-5?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 18, 2012, 11:29:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 18, 2012, 10:25:52 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 18, 2012, 10:02:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

(http://i.imgur.com/uW6xE.png)

Is that shopped?  The E-5?

No.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on May 18, 2012, 11:37:48 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 18, 2012, 10:25:52 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 18, 2012, 10:02:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

(http://i.imgur.com/uW6xE.png)

Is that shopped?  The E-5?
Kevin Orie reference re the 20 K game?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 18, 2012, 11:43:57 PM
Pretty well done by Doug Glanville. Definitely readable. (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/7947806/kerry-wood-talent-inspired-awe-other-players-mlb)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on May 18, 2012, 11:46:14 PM
Quote from: Slaky on May 18, 2012, 10:12:32 PM
I can't believe how many "Congrats on a standing ovation and a curtain call in a meaningless game for an average player" tweets/posts/etc. I had to read today. Then I realized that there are a lot of cunts in the world.

This.

I let myself get engaged in a stupid pissing match with Tony's Facebook friend Art Thompson, whose dog was shot or wife was fucked by Kerry Wood, apparently. 

I feel bad. Should have let it go.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 19, 2012, 12:18:46 AM
Quote from: Brownie on May 18, 2012, 11:46:14 PM
Quote from: Slaky on May 18, 2012, 10:12:32 PM
I can't believe how many "Congrats on a standing ovation and a curtain call in a meaningless game for an average player" tweets/posts/etc. I had to read today. Then I realized that there are a lot of cunts in the world.

This.

I let myself get engaged in a stupid pissing match with Tony's Facebook friend Art Thompson, whose dog was shot or wife was fucked by Kerry Wood, apparently. 

I feel bad. Should have let it go.

I managed to let it go but Eli had a couple of really good thoughts on the subject.

QuoteWhat's with this idea that caring about Kerry Wood's retirement is illogical and sappy? Isn't the whole of sports fandom totally illogical?

Hey, I'm going to live and die with the exploits of an ever-changing group of strangers. But only sometimes, in very specific ways!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 19, 2012, 06:54:41 AM
Quote from: Shooter on May 18, 2012, 11:37:48 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 18, 2012, 10:25:52 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 18, 2012, 10:02:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

(http://i.imgur.com/uW6xE.png)

Is that shopped?  The E-5?
Kevin Orie reference re the 20 K game?

That's fantastic.  Never knew about that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 19, 2012, 08:28:14 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2012, 06:54:41 AM
Quote from: Shooter on May 18, 2012, 11:37:48 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 18, 2012, 10:25:52 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 18, 2012, 10:02:35 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 10:57:25 AM
(eyes pissing tears) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDgnfm3NOVY)

(http://i.imgur.com/uW6xE.png)

Is that shopped?  The E-5?
Kevin Orie reference re the 20 K game?

That's fantastic.  Never knew about that.

Was Kevin Orie the first to be FIREBARNED in Desipio history? A fine tradition indeed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 19, 2012, 08:30:23 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 18, 2012, 11:43:57 PM
Pretty well done by Doug Glanville. Definitely readable. (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/7947806/kerry-wood-talent-inspired-awe-other-players-mlb)

That's quite nice.

This jumped out at me, though...

QuoteHe had time for his close circle, for sure. We both shared a friendship with a journalist named George Castle, who was a true underdog in the industry. From day one until his retirement, Kerry had time for George, someone who had been covering him from when he first started his career.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on May 19, 2012, 02:59:37 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 18, 2012, 11:46:14 PM
Quote from: Slaky on May 18, 2012, 10:12:32 PM
I can't believe how many "Congrats on a standing ovation and a curtain call in a meaningless game for an average player" tweets/posts/etc. I had to read today. Then I realized that there are a lot of cunts in the world.

This.

I let myself get engaged in a stupid pissing match with Tony's Facebook friend Art Thompson, whose dog was shot or wife was fucked by Kerry Wood, apparently. 

I feel bad. Should have let it go.

In Art's defense, I think most of us that post here agree that a it's annoying when a large section of the fan base praise failure and embrace the lovable loser attitude. And there was a lot of failure and disappointment in Kerry Wood's career. So I get where he's coming from. What I don't get is why Art seems so angry, and why that anger is directed at Kerry and his fans.

Part of the reason I'm sad about  his retirement is having to acknowledge that his promise will never be fulfilled, and that the Cubs will not win a World Series with him on the team. We're not overrating Kerry, we're sad that we have to rate him properly.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on June 14, 2012, 10:26:20 AM
Per Sully, Koyie Hill.  Again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on June 14, 2012, 10:47:21 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 14, 2012, 10:26:20 AM
Per Sully, Koyie Hill.  Again.

Nuke him from orbit. It's the only way to be sure.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on June 14, 2012, 03:53:17 PM
Via the Score: Nathan Enderle.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 14, 2012, 06:19:51 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on June 14, 2012, 03:53:17 PM
Via the Score: Nathan Enderle.

If only the Bears hadn't spent two late round picks on Dan Lefevour and Nathan Enderle in the Martz Era. They could be cutting two no-named tackles or defensive backs from FCS schools somewhere in Texas or Louisiana instead. Angelstink was terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 25, 2012, 03:55:49 PM
Marlon Byrd: SUSPENDED (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-mrlon-byrd-suspended-50-games-for-peds-20120625,0,2512908.story)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on June 25, 2012, 04:06:57 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2012, 03:55:49 PM
Marlon Byrd: SUSPENDED (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-mrlon-byrd-suspended-50-games-for-peds-20120625,0,2512908.story)

That guy was the fucking worst and he was cheating. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on June 25, 2012, 04:07:27 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2012, 03:55:49 PM
Marlon Byrd: SUSPENDED (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-mrlon-byrd-suspended-50-games-for-peds-20120625,0,2512908.story)

Dude was just trying to stave off Breast Cancer.  (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamoxifen)

Seligstink is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 25, 2012, 05:49:37 PM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on June 25, 2012, 04:06:57 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2012, 03:55:49 PM
Marlon Byrd: SUSPENDED (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-mrlon-byrd-suspended-50-games-for-peds-20120625,0,2512908.story)

That guy was the fucking worst and he was cheating. 

Think he's still a huge Victor Conte fan?  There's still Tower of Power.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on June 25, 2012, 05:58:36 PM
Unlike the reigning MVP at least he was man enough to admit he got caught.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on June 26, 2012, 09:13:08 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on June 25, 2012, 05:58:36 PM
Unlike the reigning MVP at least he was man enough to admit he got caught.

He didn't have as much to lose though. Maybe he didn't have the convenient herpes excuse to fall back on either. Plus his dealings with Conte were well-known. Time for Marlon to go take a seat next to Harold Reynolds or something. Or just rip either Eric Byrnes, Kevin Millar or Dan Plesac's throat out. I don't know what I'm talking about.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on June 26, 2012, 09:16:02 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on June 26, 2012, 09:13:08 AM
I don't know what I'm talking about.

Teh Paul would approve of this glint of self-awareness.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on June 27, 2012, 11:20:06 AM
Randy Wells?

https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/217995835798077441
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on June 27, 2012, 11:57:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on June 27, 2012, 11:20:06 AM
Randy Wells?

https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/217995835798077441

I guess I'll be the only one to be calling Paul Sullivan an asshole
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on June 27, 2012, 12:54:28 PM
Quote from: Eli on June 27, 2012, 11:20:06 AM
Randy Wells?

Yes, please.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Pre on July 23, 2012, 01:43:11 PM
Dumpster
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 23, 2012, 01:48:08 PM
Quote from: Pre on July 23, 2012, 01:43:11 PM
Dumpster

*pops champagne*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 23, 2012, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 01:48:08 PM
Quote from: Pre on July 23, 2012, 01:43:11 PM
Dumpster

*pops champagne*

Our long nightmare is over!


(By "our," I mean you, Bad Kermit, and myself, as everyone else got Soft On Dempster)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 23, 2012, 02:00:55 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2012, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 01:48:08 PM
Quote from: Pre on July 23, 2012, 01:43:11 PM
Dumpster

*pops champagne*

Our long nightmare is over!


(By "our," I mean you, Bad Kermit, and myself, as everyone else got Soft On Dempster)

*shakes head slowly*

Fucking bullshit tolerators if you ask me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 23, 2012, 02:02:05 PM
Here's to Dempster pitching like he never has before to inflate his trade value to a point where people thought he was Roy Fucking Halladay.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:04:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 01:48:08 PM
Quote from: Pre on July 23, 2012, 01:43:11 PM
Dumpster

*pops champagne*

Huey puts a big old meatball on his hook, but I'm not biting.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 23, 2012, 02:18:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:00:55 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2012, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 01:48:08 PM
Quote from: Pre on July 23, 2012, 01:43:11 PM
Dumpster

*pops champagne*

Our long nightmare is over!


(By "our," I mean you, Bad Kermit, and myself, as everyone else got Soft On Dempster)

*shakes head slowly*

Fucking bullshit tolerators if you ask me.

DEY NEVER SHUDDA NOT TRADED DAT GUY
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 23, 2012, 02:34:19 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

Goddamn it, Marie.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 23, 2012, 02:35:49 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2012, 02:34:19 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

Goddamn it, Marie.

Kill it with fire.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

#NotAMeatball

(http://i.imgur.com/fKrFT.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 23, 2012, 02:40:44 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 23, 2012, 02:35:49 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2012, 02:34:19 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

Goddamn it, Marie.

Kill it with fire.

Nuke it from orbit. It's the only way to be sure.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 23, 2012, 02:44:04 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

#NotAMeatball

(http://i.imgur.com/fKrFT.jpg)

I laughed so motherfucking hard.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 23, 2012, 02:44:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

No you haven't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 23, 2012, 02:45:25 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

I've been enjoying the Southern-fried Meatballs on teh Twitbox already comparing Dempster to Doyle Alexander.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 23, 2012, 02:46:36 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 23, 2012, 02:45:25 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

I've been enjoying the Southern-fried Meatballs on teh Twitbox already comparing Dempster to Doyle Alexander.

IT's JOHN SMOLTZ ALL OVER AGAIN!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:49:26 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:44:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

No you haven't.

Why not? He's maybe the best pitcher in baseball and he's hilarious. Let's keep him around for a few more years.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 23, 2012, 02:51:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:49:26 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:44:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

No you haven't.

Why not? He's maybe the best pitcher in baseball and he's hilarious. Let's keep him around for a few more years.

He's the Neifi Perez of comedy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:53:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:51:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:49:26 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:44:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

No you haven't.

Why not? He's maybe the best pitcher in baseball and he's hilarious. Let's keep him around for a few more years.

He's the Neifi Perez of comedy.

Comedy is subjective, so whatever.

And I just think loyalty is important. If he vetoes a trade, it shows he really wants to be in Chicago. And if he really wants to be here, sign him to a 2 or 3 year extension and reward that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 23, 2012, 02:55:15 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:53:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:51:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:49:26 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:44:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

No you haven't.

Why not? He's maybe the best pitcher in baseball and he's hilarious. Let's keep him around for a few more years.

He's the Neifi Perez of comedy.

Comedy is subjective, so whatever.

And I just think loyalty is important. If he vetoes a trade, it shows he really wants to be in Chicago. And if he really wants to be here, sign him to a 2 or 3 year extension and reward that.

You're adopting this "Bill James Defending Child Rape Has Gotten Me Off of Sabermetrics Forever" shtick with impressive zeal, I see. Kudos.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:57:28 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:55:15 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:53:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:51:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:49:26 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 02:44:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:43:45 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 02:40:01 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 02:31:41 PM
NOT GONE YET.

http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200

QuoteTHERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!

http://twitter.com/huecub/status/227486834610012160

Quote from: @huecubJesus just pack up your plastic vomit and leave already. @RyanDempsterFDN

I've gone from hoping for Delgado to hoping Dempster vetoes a trade and sticks around for the rest of the year.

No you haven't.

Why not? He's maybe the best pitcher in baseball and he's hilarious. Let's keep him around for a few more years.

He's the Neifi Perez of comedy.

Comedy is subjective, so whatever.

And I just think loyalty is important. If he vetoes a trade, it shows he really wants to be in Chicago. And if he really wants to be here, sign him to a 2 or 3 year extension and reward that.

You're adopting this "Bill James Defending Child Rape Has Gotten Me Off of Sabermetrics Forever" shtick with impressive zeal, I see. Kudos.

I just wanted to see if I could give someone a stroke (||) over the internet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 23, 2012, 03:19:43 PM
(http://cdn.memegenerator.net/instances/400x/23860301.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:22:30 PM
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

I've always hated Dempster, but never moreso.  It's full on firebarn hate.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 05:27:57 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:22:30 PM
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

I've always hated Dempster, but never moreso.  It's full on firebarn hate.

QuoteCHICAGO -- The Cubs could be changing. Then again, Ryan Dempster tweeted that nothing has changed.

According to MLB.com's Mark Bowman, the Cubs reportedly have agreed to trade the popular pitcher, who leads the Majors with a 2.11 ERA, to the Braves for young right-hander Randall Delgado. Cubs officials would not confirm the report and said no announcement was scheduled.

Dempster denied a deal on his Twitter (@RyanDempsterFDN): "THERE IS NO TRADE dont know where this info came from!"

Dempster entered the Cubs' clubhouse at PNC Park on Monday afternoon and declined to discuss the report.

So... No new info whatsoever.

Alright then!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 05:32:38 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:22:30 PM
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

I've always hated Dempster, but never moreso.  It's full on firebarn hate.

Why?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 23, 2012, 05:46:36 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 05:32:38 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:22:30 PM
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

I've always hated Dempster, but never moreso.  It's full on firebarn hate.

Why?

Because he makes dumb jokes. And he blew a save once
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 05:32:38 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:22:30 PM
http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20120723&content_id=35421834&vkey=news_chc&c_id=chc)

I've always hated Dempster, but never moreso.  It's full on firebarn hate.

Why?

Because he's standing in the way of us getting a really solid pitching prospect from a team that does nothing but produce such prospects?  Because he's never pitched well in big situations for the Cubs?

The headline of the Cubs article was pretty clear that Dempster is the holdup. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 06:45:59 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
Because he's never pitched well in big situations for the Cubs?

Not this again. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252855#msg252855) Holy shit.

Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
The headline of the Cubs article was pretty clear that Dempster is the holdup.  

The headline?

The headline merely says the same thing as the article: that sources say there's a trade on and that Dempster says that this is wrong.

QuoteSource: Dempster to Braves; he says 'no trade'

And that tells us nothing more than we already knew, insofar as the "no trade" part of it is simply quoting the same fucking tweet everyone's already seen (http://twitter.com/RyanDempsterFDN/status/227485158197043200).

If anyone willing to talk knows that Dempster himself is the only thing preventing the still-only-rumored trade from coming to fruition, I suspect they'd probably say as much. As it stands, there's only speculation.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 23, 2012, 07:30:25 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
The headline of the Cubs article was pretty clear that Dempster is the holdup. 

No, it's just a headline written by a copy editor for an article written by someone else based on information obtained from a yet another person.

We have no idea if Dempster is holding up a trade. If he's still here after the deadline and says he refused to allow a trade, then you can get your pitchfork out. But until then, you really don't know what's happening.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 23, 2012, 07:53:23 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 07:30:25 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
The headline of the Cubs article was pretty clear that Dempster is the holdup. 

No, it's just a headline written by a copy editor for an article written by someone else based on information obtained from a yet another person.

We have no idea if Dempster is holding up a trade. If he's still here after the deadline and says he refused to allow a trade, then you can get your pitchfork out. But until then, you really don't know what's happening.

Also, there's no way in hell Dempster tweets from that account. It's some flunky.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 07:59:26 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 07:30:25 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
The headline of the Cubs article was pretty clear that Dempster is the holdup. 

No, it's just a headline written by a copy editor for an article written by someone else based on information obtained from a yet another person.

It wasn't even all that. All it was was a headline that simply quoted that Dempster tweet.

Dempster said "no trade" not to Cubs brass asking him to approve a move, but to anyone with an internet connection.

CFiHP misread it.

While we're at it, though, here's another quote that adds virtually nothing substantial to what we know (http://espn.go.com/new-york/mlb/story/_/id/8192150/sources-atlanta-braves-close-deal-chicago-cubs-ryan-dempster):

Quote"I found out about it when I came off the field after early (batting practice)," Cubs manager Dale Sveum said. "Somebody said they saw it on the website. So I got on the website and saw it and called the higher ups to make sure. And they were like 'No, nothing is happening. I don't know where that came from.' That's where we are with that." Dempster, 35, has 10-5 trade protection rights, meaning he must approve any trade before it can be executed. The right-hander arrived in the Cubs clubhouse at PNC Park on Monday and addressed the trade talk, downplaying it as "speculation."

It seems the rumor mill at the very least jumped the gun.

You know who I blame? Ryan Dempster. What a dick.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 08:01:53 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 23, 2012, 07:53:23 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 23, 2012, 07:30:25 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
The headline of the Cubs article was pretty clear that Dempster is the holdup. 

No, it's just a headline written by a copy editor for an article written by someone else based on information obtained from a yet another person.

We have no idea if Dempster is holding up a trade. If he's still here after the deadline and says he refused to allow a trade, then you can get your pitchfork out. But until then, you really don't know what's happening.

Also, there's no way in hell Dempster tweets from that account. It's some flunky.

Or at least a robot programmed to tweet "Thnx 4 the [RT|follow]".
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on July 23, 2012, 09:35:26 PM
Doesn't any trade in which more than a million bucks is exchanged need approval from the commissioner's office?  Kind of like when the car salesman need to check with his manager in order to give you 10% on undercoating?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 23, 2012, 09:48:38 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM

Because he's standing in the way of us getting a really solid pitching prospect from a team that does nothing but produce such prospects? 

I'm as excited about Delgado as anyone, and when I think of all the great pitching prospects the Cubs got from the Braves over the years, Yeow!

(http://www.tradingcarddb.com/Images/Cards/Baseball/177/177-754Bk.jpg)

(http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NRkh_XIbMKk/TdUHqohgpTI/AAAAAAAAHN8/M9lXo9sap9Y/s1600/%2521BsL4f4g%2521Wk%257E%2524%2528KGrHqIH-C4EvCWUTyvdBL27513P4g%257E%257E_12.jpg)

(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/2000-BOWMAN-273-Ruben-Quevedo-CUBS-AUTOGRAPH-AUTO-COA-/10/!B-y)vd!EWk~$(KGrHqEOKpoEy+jC0u1uBM9sfvgvF!~~_35.JPG)

(http://www.tradingcarddb.com/Images/Cards/Baseball/1386/1386-32Bk.jpg)

(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/ANDY-PRATT-2003-ATLANTA-BRAVES-SIGNED-CARD-CHICAGO-CUBS-/00/$(KGrHqIOKj4E177D7bHHBNwifElM2w~~_3.JPG)

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on July 23, 2012, 09:49:53 PM
C'mon TJ, you can't deny that Andy Pratt brought us minutes of hilarity.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 23, 2012, 10:27:22 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 06:45:59 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
Because he's never pitched well in big situations for the Cubs?

Not this again. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252855#msg252855) Holy shit.





Please leave me out of this.  My meatballese is far more nuanced.  For example, I would never say Dempster's never pitched well in big situations.  I'm very specific with the source of my unreasonable hatred and I try to refrain from absolutes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 23, 2012, 10:47:31 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 10:27:22 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 06:45:59 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
Because he's never pitched well in big situations for the Cubs?

Not this again. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252855#msg252855) Holy shit.





Please leave me out of this.  My meatballese is far more nuanced.  For example, I would never say Dempster's never pitched well in big situations.  I'm very specific with the source of my unreasonable hatred and I try to refrain from absolutes.

And I just hate the guy irrationally, and refuse to give reasons.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 24, 2012, 06:10:50 AM
Quote from: Bort on July 23, 2012, 10:47:31 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 23, 2012, 10:27:22 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 23, 2012, 06:45:59 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on July 23, 2012, 05:55:23 PM
Because he's never pitched well in big situations for the Cubs?

Not this again. (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252855#msg252855) Holy shit.





Please leave me out of this.  My meatballese is far more nuanced.  For example, I would never say Dempster's never pitched well in big situations.  I'm very specific with the source of my unreasonable hatred and I try to refrain from absolutes.

And I just hate the guy irrationally, and refuse to give reasons.

Hey remember that Bad Kermit guy?  Whatever happened to that guy?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 24, 2012, 09:19:09 AM
Crasnick is reporting that Dempster is leaning toward accepting the trade but was blindsided when the deal leaked before the Cubs were ready to approach him. That sucks, and I understand his reaction. If he ends up taking the deal he deserves our thanks for doing the team a huge favor but let's see how it plays out.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 09:25:37 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 24, 2012, 09:19:09 AM
Crasnick is reporting that Dempster is leaning toward accepting the trade but was blindsided when the deal leaked before the Cubs were ready to approach him. That sucks, and I understand his reaction. If he ends up taking the deal he deserves our thanks for doing the team a huge favor but let's see how it plays out.

He deserves nothing. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcHMnr02dJk)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 24, 2012, 09:42:25 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 09:25:37 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 24, 2012, 09:19:09 AM
Crasnick is reporting that Dempster is leaning toward accepting the trade but was blindsided when the deal leaked before the Cubs were ready to approach him. That sucks, and I understand his reaction. If he ends up taking the deal he deserves our thanks for doing the team a huge favor but let's see how it plays out.

He deserves nothing. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcHMnr02dJk)


But if not for that shitty outing, some dumb Dodger fan would not have posted that video, you would not have linked to it this morning, and I would not have enjoyed this. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-fgOMQBdTY&feature=related)

Thanks, Demp!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 24, 2012, 09:43:35 AM
By the way, 25:26 is where shit gets real.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 24, 2012, 10:33:34 AM
Quote from: Brownie on July 24, 2012, 09:43:35 AM
By the way, 25:26 is where shit gets real.

Zonk's tackle was not as awesome as I rememebr it. :(
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 10:36:14 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 24, 2012, 10:33:34 AM
Quote from: Brownie on July 24, 2012, 09:43:35 AM
By the way, 25:26 is where shit gets real.

Zonk's tackle was not as awesome as I rememebr it. :(

He ended up on the bottom of the pile. But if they'd let the video play out, you'd see the Mets backing down from the Cubs all over the place - at least that's how Sutcliffe tells it. I believe it. The Mets were probably too hungover/stoned to give a shit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on July 24, 2012, 12:02:36 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 10:36:14 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 24, 2012, 10:33:34 AM
Quote from: Brownie on July 24, 2012, 09:43:35 AM
By the way, 25:26 is where shit gets real.

Zonk's tackle was not as awesome as I rememebr it. :(

He ended up on the bottom of the pile. But if they'd let the video play out, you'd see the Mets backing down from the Cubs all over the place - at least that's how Sutcliffe tells it. I believe it. The Mets were probably too hungover/stoned to give a shit.

Drug Dealers!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PM
I love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on July 24, 2012, 02:08:34 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PMI love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

Truth. The possibilities as I see them are:

1. Theo approaches Dempster a while back and asked what teams Dempster would go to. Dempster says he'd prefer the Dodgers but would also go to the Braves (and maybe a couple other teams). Theo says OK, we'll keep you in the loop if something is close. A couple weeks later, Dempster nods off during an According to Jim marathon and wakes up to tweets that he's been traded to the Braves. Dempster gets butthurt since he's used to the Jim Hendry Trading Method in which players not only are conferenced in on all trade discussions but sometimes get to trade themselves. Dempster decides to hold up or maybe kill the trade.

2. Theo never talked to Dempster.

Which one is more likely?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:09:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PM
I love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

But, CFiHP's headline-fueled haterage aside, do we even know that this is the actually case?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 02:18:17 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:09:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PM
I love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

But, CFiHP's headline-fueled haterage aside, do we even know that this is the actually case?

No but that's not the point. The point is to be hostile toward him on the internet so he'll start to hate it here and leave when asked. We're all doing our part. 103 years, man.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 24, 2012, 02:23:33 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:09:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PM
I love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

But, CFiHP's headline-fueled haterage aside, do we even know that this is the actually case?

The Twitter.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:47:11 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 02:18:17 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:09:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PM
I love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

But, CFiHP's headline-fueled haterage aside, do we even know that this is the actually case?

No but that's not the point. The point is to be hostile toward him on the internet so he'll start to hate it here and leave when asked. We're all doing our part. 103 years, man.

If only we could get Huey on the phone with Dempster's sister or something.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 24, 2012, 02:49:05 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:47:11 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 02:18:17 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:09:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PM
I love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

But, CFiHP's headline-fueled haterage aside, do we even know that this is the actually case?

No but that's not the point. The point is to be hostile toward him on the internet so he'll start to hate it here and leave when asked. We're all doing our part. 103 years, man.

If only we could get Huey on the phone with Dempster's sister or something.

Is she a cop in Gurnee?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on July 24, 2012, 02:56:56 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 24, 2012, 02:08:34 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PMI love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

Truth. The possibilities as I see them are:

1. Theo approaches Dempster a while back and asked what teams Dempster would go to. Dempster says he'd prefer the Dodgers but would also go to the Braves (and maybe a couple other teams). Theo says OK, we'll keep you in the loop if something is close. A couple weeks later, Dempster nods off during an According to Jim marathon and wakes up to tweets that he's been traded to the Braves. Dempster gets butthurt since he's used to the Jim Hendry Trading Method in which players not only are conferenced in on all trade discussions but sometimes get to trade themselves. Dempster decides to hold up or maybe kill the trade.

2. Theo never talked to Dempster.

Which one is more likely?

Wait just a damn minute here.

There was an "According to Jim" marathon on yesterday and no one told me?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 03:14:34 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 24, 2012, 02:49:05 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:47:11 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 24, 2012, 02:18:17 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 24, 2012, 02:09:29 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PM
I love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

But, CFiHP's headline-fueled haterage aside, do we even know that this is the actually case?

No but that's not the point. The point is to be hostile toward him on the internet so he'll start to hate it here and leave when asked. We're all doing our part. 103 years, man.

If only we could get Huey on the phone with Dempster's sister or something.

Is she a cop in Gurnee?

I'm just thinking he could ask her to tell Ryan to PICK A DAMN LANE.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 24, 2012, 04:04:26 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on July 24, 2012, 02:56:56 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 24, 2012, 02:08:34 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 24, 2012, 01:35:35 PMI love when the talking heads come out and squash anyone who has a feeling about this trade saga. How dare you be annoyed that Dempster hasn't accepted a trade. How dare you want your team to get better.

Truth. The possibilities as I see them are:

1. Theo approaches Dempster a while back and asked what teams Dempster would go to. Dempster says he'd prefer the Dodgers but would also go to the Braves (and maybe a couple other teams). Theo says OK, we'll keep you in the loop if something is close. A couple weeks later, Dempster nods off during an According to Jim marathon and wakes up to tweets that he's been traded to the Braves. Dempster gets butthurt since he's used to the Jim Hendry Trading Method in which players not only are conferenced in on all trade discussions but sometimes get to trade themselves. Dempster decides to hold up or maybe kill the trade.

2. Theo never talked to Dempster.

Which one is more likely?

Wait just a damn minute here.

There was an "According to Jim" marathon on yesterday and no one told me?

I knew that we should be blaming Hendry for this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wheezer on July 24, 2012, 09:25:19 PM
"Experience 0% Flavors" is the best ad slogan ever (http://www.fageusa.com/products/offers/). What's this thread about, anyway?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves' GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening's "we're ready to wait on Ryan Dempster" line.

Now, he says, it's time to move on.

"We're not going to be painted into a corner," the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. "We have moved on." Wren added that it is "highly unlikely" that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place "expired yesterday."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 25, 2012, 09:04:43 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves' GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening's "we're ready to wait on Ryan Dempster" line.

Now, he says, it's time to move on.

"We're not going to be painted into a corner," the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. "We have moved on." Wren added that it is "highly unlikely" that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place "expired yesterday."

I hope Dempster goes to the Dodgers and gets shelled and ends up pitching for the White Sox next year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 09:13:58 AM
I hope Dempster is traded to the Rangers for Bill Madlock, and on the Rangers' trip to Toronto, he agrees to take Josh Hamilton's and Ron Washington's luggage, and this time is granted no mercy by the Canadian judge, who hears testimony from Ferguson Jenkins who attests that Dempster's sense of humour is tantamount to terrorism. Maybe he can spend 25 years in a prison in St. Albert.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 09:14:46 AM
Oh, and I hope this time the Ricketts don't trade Madlock for Bobby Murcer either.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 25, 2012, 09:25:54 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves’ GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening’s “we’re ready to wait on Ryan Dempster” line.

Now, he says, it’s time to move on.

“We’re not going to be painted into a corner,” the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. “We have moved on.” Wren added that it is “highly unlikely” that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place “expired yesterday.”

Don't know.  Maybe it's possible you guys see the light about this over-inflated turd.  TEAM DEMPSTER is worse than Hitler.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on July 25, 2012, 09:33:17 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 09:25:54 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves' GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening's "we're ready to wait on Ryan Dempster" line.

Now, he says, it's time to move on.

"We're not going to be painted into a corner," the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. "We have moved on." Wren added that it is "highly unlikely" that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place "expired yesterday."

Don't know.  Maybe it's possible you guys see the light about this over-inflated turd.  TEAM DEMPSTER is worse than Hitler.

Maybe Theo will somehow pull a top prospect out of his hindquarters, but assuming he doesn't, Dempster has completely dicked the Cubs over here. If he only wanted to go to his precious Dodgers, he should've told Theo from the start, so the front office could at least attempt to create some fake leverage. Now the Dodgers have the  Gwyneth's-head-in-a-box upper hand.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on July 25, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 09:33:17 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 09:25:54 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves' GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening's "we're ready to wait on Ryan Dempster" line.

Now, he says, it's time to move on.

"We're not going to be painted into a corner," the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. "We have moved on." Wren added that it is "highly unlikely" that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place "expired yesterday."

Don't know.  Maybe it's possible you guys see the light about this over-inflated turd.  TEAM DEMPSTER is worse than Hitler.

Maybe Theo will somehow pull a top prospect out of his hindquarters, but assuming he doesn't, Dempster has completely dicked the Cubs over here. If he only wanted to go to his precious Dodgers, he should've told Theo from the start, so the front office could at least attempt to create some fake leverage. Now the Dodgers have the  Gwyneth's-head-in-a-box upper hand.

There is no way Thoyer would have put a trade together with Atlanta if dempster didn't say he'd go there...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 25, 2012, 10:08:24 AM
He's always clowning around. "I'd accept a trade to the Braves....NOT!" Hahaha. Gotta love what he brings to the game of baseball. What a character!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:10:18 AM
Quote from: BH on July 25, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 09:33:17 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 09:25:54 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves' GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening's "we're ready to wait on Ryan Dempster" line.

Now, he says, it's time to move on.

"We're not going to be painted into a corner," the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. "We have moved on." Wren added that it is "highly unlikely" that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place "expired yesterday."

Don't know.  Maybe it's possible you guys see the light about this over-inflated turd.  TEAM DEMPSTER is worse than Hitler.

Maybe Theo will somehow pull a top prospect out of his hindquarters, but assuming he doesn't, Dempster has completely dicked the Cubs over here. If he only wanted to go to his precious Dodgers, he should've told Theo from the start, so the front office could at least attempt to create some fake leverage. Now the Dodgers have the  Gwyneth's-head-in-a-box upper hand.

There is no way Thoyer would have put a trade together with Atlanta if dempster didn't say he'd go there...

The question is who is at fault?

If the simplest answer is the correct one, Dempster had LA at the top of his list and Atlanta somewhere below that. Theo and Jed worked up a deal with a team on his list and they worked out a damn good deal. Then a couple of things went awry. Dempster was annoyed and felt rushed into a process that he was under the impression he'd have a fair amount of control over. A trade was announced by the Atlanta beat reporters before Dempster was told about it. He was upset. Fine. He also wanted LA over any team - and it's possible he told Jed and Theo to try to see if they could make something work with LA. In the mean time the press ran with the info they had that said a deal was reached and needed Dempster's buy in to conclude. Dempster wasn't ready to give that buy in because he wanted to see if he could get his preferred destination. Keep in mind there's a week to go before the trade deadline so in his mind there's no hurry just yet.

So basically Dempster invoked the rights he's earned and while he hemmed and hawed and waited for a perfect situation Atlanta said screw this, we're out.

Sure, Dempster made the fans angry, his front office look bad, took away any leverage the Cubs had for a trade but he has his rights that he earned by not dying before he played five years for the Cubs. Way to go, man. Way to go.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 25, 2012, 10:26:10 AM
Quote from: BH on July 25, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 09:33:17 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 09:25:54 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves' GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening's "we're ready to wait on Ryan Dempster" line.

Now, he says, it's time to move on.

"We're not going to be painted into a corner," the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. "We have moved on." Wren added that it is "highly unlikely" that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place "expired yesterday."

Don't know.  Maybe it's possible you guys see the light about this over-inflated turd.  TEAM DEMPSTER is worse than Hitler.

Maybe Theo will somehow pull a top prospect out of his hindquarters, but assuming he doesn't, Dempster has completely dicked the Cubs over here. If he only wanted to go to his precious Dodgers, he should've told Theo from the start, so the front office could at least attempt to create some fake leverage. Now the Dodgers have the  Gwyneth's-head-in-a-box upper hand.

There is no way Thoyer would have put a trade together with Atlanta if dempster didn't say he'd go there...

Thoystink is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:33:18 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:10:18 AM
Quote from: BH on July 25, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 09:33:17 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 09:25:54 AM
Quote from: R-V on July 25, 2012, 08:58:46 AM
Is it possible Huey could transform into an actual meatball when Delgado wins his first Cy Young (http://www.bleachernation.com/2012/07/25/atlanta-braves-gm-on-dempster-we-have-moved-on/)?

QuoteAtlanta Braves' GM Frank Wren was on the radio this morning, and his message changed dramatically from last evening's "we're ready to wait on Ryan Dempster" line.

Now, he says, it's time to move on.

"We're not going to be painted into a corner," the GM said on an Atlanta radio station this morning. "We have moved on." Wren added that it is "highly unlikely" that the Braves will now acquire Dempster, and said that the parameters of the deal the two sides had in place "expired yesterday."

Don't know.  Maybe it's possible you guys see the light about this over-inflated turd.  TEAM DEMPSTER is worse than Hitler.

Maybe Theo will somehow pull a top prospect out of his hindquarters, but assuming he doesn't, Dempster has completely dicked the Cubs over here. If he only wanted to go to his precious Dodgers, he should've told Theo from the start, so the front office could at least attempt to create some fake leverage. Now the Dodgers have the  Gwyneth's-head-in-a-box upper hand.

There is no way Thoyer would have put a trade together with Atlanta if dempster didn't say he'd go there...

The question is who is at fault?

If the simplest answer is the correct one, Dempster had LA at the top of his list and Atlanta somewhere below that. Theo and Jed worked up a deal with a team on his list and they worked out a damn good deal. Then a couple of things went awry. Dempster was annoyed and felt rushed into a process that he was under the impression he'd have a fair amount of control over. A trade was announced by the Atlanta beat reporters before Dempster was told about it. He was upset. Fine. He also wanted LA over any team - and it's possible he told Jed and Theo to try to see if they could make something work with LA. In the mean time the press ran with the info they had that said a deal was reached and needed Dempster's buy in to conclude. Dempster wasn't ready to give that buy in because he wanted to see if he could get his preferred destination. Keep in mind there's a week to go before the trade deadline so in his mind there's no hurry just yet.

So basically Dempster invoked the rights he's earned and while he hemmed and hawed and waited for a perfect situation Atlanta said screw this, we're out.

Sure, Dempster made the fans angry, his front office look bad, took away any leverage the Cubs had for a trade but he has his rights that he earned by not dying before he played five years for the Cubs. Way to go, man. Way to go.

All of that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 25, 2012, 10:51:58 AM
Buster Olney took a break from tickling Derek Jeter's STD-riddled balls to tweet that the Cubs now plan to keep Dempster and make a qualifying offer to get a draft pick if he signs elsewhere. If this isn't just a negotiation ploy, then enjoy last place, Demp.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on July 25, 2012, 10:55:47 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 25, 2012, 10:51:58 AM
Buster Olney took a break from tickling Derek Jeter's STD-riddled balls to tweet that the Cubs now plan to keep Dempster and make a qualifying offer to get a draft pick if he signs elsewhere. If this isn't just a negotiation ploy, then enjoy last place, Demp.

I think this is what Demp prefers. There is no pressure and then he can act like the assclown he is.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:56:09 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.

I don't understand how he can be so short-sighted here. It looks like the Cubs are going to end up having to keep him for the rest of the season and then work out the compensation based on the qualifying offer the Cubs extend to him. In the interim, Dempster is going to be treated like absolute shit at home, the place he loves so much. People aren't happy about this, nor should they be.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 11:00:04 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 25, 2012, 10:51:58 AM
Buster Olney took a break from tickling Derek Jeter's STD-riddled balls to tweet that the Cubs now plan to keep Dempster and make a qualifying offer to get a draft pick if he signs elsewhere. If this isn't just a negotiation ploy, then enjoy last place, Demp.

This is akin to be franchised in the NFL. Only this will cost Dempster $20-$25MM, especially if 2013 is a total train wreck or Tommy John Disease comes out of remission
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 11:15:13 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:56:09 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.

I don't understand how he can be so short-sighted here. It looks like the Cubs are going to end up having to keep him for the rest of the season and then work out the compensation based on the qualifying offer the Cubs extend to him. In the interim, Dempster is going to be treated like absolute shit at home, the place he loves so much. People aren't happy about this, nor should they be.

Enjoy the boo-birds, Shecky.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 11:30:39 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?

27.5
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 25, 2012, 11:34:48 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?
Here's hoping...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 25, 2012, 11:36:40 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?

The whole injurying?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 11:48:00 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 25, 2012, 11:34:48 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?
Here's hoping...

Hoping what?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 25, 2012, 11:54:43 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 11:48:00 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 25, 2012, 11:34:48 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?
Here's hoping...

Hoping what?

Hoping for the over/under.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 25, 2012, 11:56:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:56:09 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.

I don't understand how he can be so short-sighted here. It looks like the Cubs are going to end up having to keep him for the rest of the season and then work out the compensation based on the qualifying offer the Cubs extend to him. In the interim, Dempster is going to be treated like absolute shit at home, the place he loves so much. People aren't happy about this, nor should they be.

Yeah, that's a nice sentiment but it's not gonna hai.  If it's taken this particular move for some of the more enlightened fans--read: YOU PEOPLE-- to finally reach their annoyance threshold with this cubby-wubby asshat from hell, then the other 90% of Wrigley Nation's not going to turn on the guy just like that.   He's too...white.  

This is what happens when you tolerate bullshit.  You were all warned and yet you all laughed, just because it's funny to laugh at the fat guy in a tronsuit and a PANKhelmet but NOW who's laughing?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 25, 2012, 11:58:03 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 11:56:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:56:09 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.

I don't understand how he can be so short-sighted here. It looks like the Cubs are going to end up having to keep him for the rest of the season and then work out the compensation based on the qualifying offer the Cubs extend to him. In the interim, Dempster is going to be treated like absolute shit at home, the place he loves so much. People aren't happy about this, nor should they be.

Yeah, that's a nice sentiment but it's not gonna hai.  If it's taken this particular move for some of the more enlightened fans--read: YOU PEOPLE-- to finally reach their annoyance threshold with this cubby-wubby asshat from hell, then the other 90% of Wrigley Nation's not going to turn on the guy just like that.   He's too...white.  

This is what happens when you tolerate bullshit.  You were all warned and yet you all laughed, just because it's funny to laugh at the fat guy in a tronsuit and a PANKhelmet but NOW who's laughing?

*flips car*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on July 25, 2012, 12:01:28 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 25, 2012, 11:34:48 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?
Here's hoping...
Wait, how would that be good for the Cubs?

Oh why do I bother.
(http://images.wikia.com/mrmen/images/e/eb/Mr._Wrong.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 12:01:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 11:56:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:56:09 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.

I don't understand how he can be so short-sighted here. It looks like the Cubs are going to end up having to keep him for the rest of the season and then work out the compensation based on the qualifying offer the Cubs extend to him. In the interim, Dempster is going to be treated like absolute shit at home, the place he loves so much. People aren't happy about this, nor should they be.

Yeah, that's a nice sentiment but it's not gonna hai.  If it's taken this particular move for some of the more enlightened fans--read: YOU PEOPLE-- to finally reach their annoyance threshold with this cubby-wubby asshat from hell, then the other 90% of Wrigley Nation's not going to turn on the guy just like that.   He's too...white.  

This is what happens when you tolerate bullshit.  You were all warned and yet you all laughed, just because it's funny to laugh at the fat guy in a tronsuit and a PANKhelmet but NOW who's laughing?

Of course they're not going to turn on him. He wants to stay. He wants to be a Cub. He's just like Kerry Wood (not even remotely close), or Ron Santo, who turned down a deal to the Angels. I'm not sure what the Angels offered, but I'm sure if it came out that he turned down a deal that would have netted Nolan Ryan and a young Frank Tanana, fans would be all the more grateful, because instead Santo holding out for the Sox meant Steve Stone would become a Cub and begin his long association with the team.

I hate people.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 25, 2012, 12:08:28 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 12:01:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 11:56:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:56:09 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.

I don't understand how he can be so short-sighted here. It looks like the Cubs are going to end up having to keep him for the rest of the season and then work out the compensation based on the qualifying offer the Cubs extend to him. In the interim, Dempster is going to be treated like absolute shit at home, the place he loves so much. People aren't happy about this, nor should they be.

Yeah, that's a nice sentiment but it's not gonna hai.  If it's taken this particular move for some of the more enlightened fans--read: YOU PEOPLE-- to finally reach their annoyance threshold with this cubby-wubby asshat from hell, then the other 90% of Wrigley Nation's not going to turn on the guy just like that.   He's too...white.  

This is what happens when you tolerate bullshit.  You were all warned and yet you all laughed, just because it's funny to laugh at the fat guy in a tronsuit and a PANKhelmet but NOW who's laughing?

Of course they're not going to turn on him. He wants to stay. He wants to be a Cub. He's just like Kerry Wood (not even remotely close), or Ron Santo, who turned down a deal to the Angels. I'm not sure what the Angels offered, but I'm sure if it came out that he turned down a deal that would have netted Nolan Ryan and a young Frank Tanana, fans would be all the more grateful, because instead Santo holding out for the Sox meant Steve Stone would become a Cub and begin his long association with the team.

I hate people.

Apparently a popular sentiment is that we should be glad for players who want to play for the teams we root for, though I confess that I couldn't give a rat's ass how a player felt about playing for the Cubs as long as he played well and didn't suck. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 25, 2012, 12:17:52 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 12:01:44 PM
Of course they're not going to turn on him. He wants to stay. He wants to be a Cub. He's just like Kerry Wood (not even remotely close), or Ron Santo, who turned down a deal to the Angels.

And Wood vetoed a deal with the Phillies last summer.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 25, 2012, 12:23:06 PM

goddamnit, Marie.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on July 25, 2012, 12:25:44 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 25, 2012, 12:17:52 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 12:01:44 PM
Of course they're not going to turn on him. He wants to stay. He wants to be a Cub. He's just like Kerry Wood (not even remotely close), or Ron Santo, who turned down a deal to the Angels.

And Wood vetoed a deal with the Phillies last summer.

I don't remember wood turning down a deal that would net the Cubs a top pitching prospect.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 25, 2012, 12:32:46 PM
Quote from: BH on July 25, 2012, 12:25:44 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 25, 2012, 12:17:52 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 12:01:44 PM
Of course they're not going to turn on him. He wants to stay. He wants to be a Cub. He's just like Kerry Wood (not even remotely close), or Ron Santo, who turned down a deal to the Angels.

And Wood vetoed a deal with the Phillies last summer.

I don't remember wood turning down a deal that would net the Cubs a top pitching prospect.

I didn't say he did. I was just expanding on TJ's point.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on July 25, 2012, 12:44:29 PM
Quote from: Fork on July 25, 2012, 12:23:06 PM

goddamnit, Marie.

Goddamnit, Fork.

You're thisclose to ruining this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 25, 2012, 01:08:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 25, 2012, 11:34:48 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 25, 2012, 11:28:06 AM
What is the over/under on Dempster injurying himself in his next start?
Here's hoping...

You're such a badass tough guy, Chuck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on July 25, 2012, 01:09:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 25, 2012, 11:56:44 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 25, 2012, 10:56:09 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 10:40:40 AM
Adding that what I don't get it is why Dempster would think it's in his own best interest to do something like this with mere months left in a contract year.

The Dodgers and Braves have virtually identical records. Is the difference between 2-3 months in LA and 2-3 months in Atlanta really important enough to him that he's willing to plant seeds of doubt in potential free agency suitors' minds?

Granted, that could be part of the reason he's pissed that word leaked out early. But that was the card he was dealt here. And it doesn't seem like it would really benefit him to dig in his heels once the shitstorm started blowing.

I don't understand how he can be so short-sighted here. It looks like the Cubs are going to end up having to keep him for the rest of the season and then work out the compensation based on the qualifying offer the Cubs extend to him. In the interim, Dempster is going to be treated like absolute shit at home, the place he loves so much. People aren't happy about this, nor should they be.

Yeah, that's a nice sentiment but it's not gonna hai.  If it's taken this particular move for some of the more enlightened fans--read: YOU PEOPLE-- to finally reach their annoyance threshold with this cubby-wubby asshat from hell, then the other 90% of Wrigley Nation's not going to turn on the guy just like that.   He's too...white.  

This is what happens when you tolerate bullshit.  You were all warned and yet you all laughed, just because it's funny to laugh at the fat guy in a tronsuit and a PANKhelmet but NOW who's laughing?

I am. Because you're a meatball.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 25, 2012, 01:11:41 PM
I hope Theo can negotiate with Dempster to accept the Atlanta deal in return for a sizable donation to his foundation or something. Randall Delgado is an incredible return for two and a half months of Ryan. GET IT DONE EPSTOYER
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on July 25, 2012, 01:26:21 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 25, 2012, 01:11:41 PM
I hope Theo can negotiate with Dempster to accept the Atlanta deal in return for a sizable donation to his foundation or something. Randall Delgado is an incredible return for two and a half months of Ryan. GET IT DONE EPSTOYER

This one? (http://www.tobysclownfoundation.org/adultschool.htm)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 01:48:38 PM
Quote from: PenPho on July 25, 2012, 01:26:21 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 25, 2012, 01:11:41 PM
I hope Theo can negotiate with Dempster to accept the Atlanta deal in return for a sizable donation to his foundation or something. Randall Delgado is an incredible return for two and a half months of Ryan. GET IT DONE EPSTOYER

This one? (http://www.tobysclownfoundation.org/adultschool.htm)

Teaching staff includes:

QuoteAlbin "Big Al" Pelski
Sandy "Giggles" Pelski

I bet there's a great meet-cute story in the Pelskis' past.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on July 25, 2012, 01:58:38 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 01:48:38 PM
Quote from: PenPho on July 25, 2012, 01:26:21 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 25, 2012, 01:11:41 PM
I hope Theo can negotiate with Dempster to accept the Atlanta deal in return for a sizable donation to his foundation or something. Randall Delgado is an incredible return for two and a half months of Ryan. GET IT DONE EPSTOYER

This one? (http://www.tobysclownfoundation.org/adultschool.htm)

Teaching staff includes:

QuoteAlbin "Big Al" Pelski
Sandy "Giggles" Pelski

I bet there's a great meet-cute story in the Pelskis' past.

Doesn't contain much of the pre-clown backstory, but here's some more info on the Pelskis.  (http://www.peanutcircusclub.com/clowns/bigalgiggles.htm)

Also, you can read more about them in the best-not-selling 20 Years of Laughter. (http://books.google.com/books/about/20_Years_of_Laughter.html?id=D-F-HfP8YR8C)

Excerpt here. (http://books.google.com/books?id=D-F-HfP8YR8C&q=Albin#v=snippet&q=Albin&f=false)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on July 25, 2012, 02:03:13 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 11:00:04 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 25, 2012, 10:51:58 AM
Buster Olney took a break from tickling Derek Jeter's STD-riddled balls to tweet that the Cubs now plan to keep Dempster and make a qualifying offer to get a draft pick if he signs elsewhere. If this isn't just a negotiation ploy, then enjoy last place, Demp.

This is akin to be franchised in the NFL. Only this will cost Dempster $20-$25MM, especially if 2013 is a total train wreck or Tommy John Disease comes out of remission

Hopfully this is a very well constructed attempt to cause Chuckles to have second thoughts about his 10-5 rights.  I'm full well expecting Wittmeyer's 'exclusive from unamed sources' detailing Depmpster's fondess for beer and chicken during Cubs game.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 02:11:00 PM
Quote from: PenPho on July 25, 2012, 01:58:38 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 01:48:38 PM
Quote from: PenPho on July 25, 2012, 01:26:21 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 25, 2012, 01:11:41 PM
I hope Theo can negotiate with Dempster to accept the Atlanta deal in return for a sizable donation to his foundation or something. Randall Delgado is an incredible return for two and a half months of Ryan. GET IT DONE EPSTOYER

This one? (http://www.tobysclownfoundation.org/adultschool.htm)

Teaching staff includes:

QuoteAlbin "Big Al" Pelski
Sandy "Giggles" Pelski

I bet there's a great meet-cute story in the Pelskis' past.

Doesn't contain much of the pre-clown backstory, but here's some more info on the Pelskis.  (http://www.peanutcircusclub.com/clowns/bigalgiggles.htm)

Also, you can read more about them in the best-not-selling 20 Years of Laughter. (http://books.google.com/books/about/20_Years_of_Laughter.html?id=D-F-HfP8YR8C)

Excerpt here. (http://books.google.com/books?id=D-F-HfP8YR8C&q=Albin#v=snippet&q=Albin&f=false)

Also: Toby Ricketts, perhaps?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on July 25, 2012, 02:28:03 PM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0726-cubs-pirates-chicago--20120726,0,7300734.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0726-cubs-pirates-chicago--20120726,0,7300734.story)

QuoteManager Dale Sveum sent Scott Maine out to start the seventh, and TV cameras showed Dempster throwing a cooler lid, a cooler and a bottle of energy drink before stalking off to the cluhouse

Chuckles throws a tantrum.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 02:35:20 PM
Quote from: Waco Kid on July 25, 2012, 02:28:03 PM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0726-cubs-pirates-chicago--20120726,0,7300734.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0726-cubs-pirates-chicago--20120726,0,7300734.story)

QuoteManager Dale Sveum sent Scott Maine out to start the seventh, and TV cameras showed Dempster throwing a cooler lid, a cooler and a bottle of energy drink before stalking off to the cluhouse

Chuckles throws a tantrum.

His agent must be psyched.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 25, 2012, 02:37:30 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 25, 2012, 02:35:20 PM
Quote from: Waco Kid on July 25, 2012, 02:28:03 PM
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0726-cubs-pirates-chicago--20120726,0,7300734.story (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0726-cubs-pirates-chicago--20120726,0,7300734.story)

QuoteManager Dale Sveum sent Scott Maine out to start the seventh, and TV cameras showed Dempster throwing a cooler lid, a cooler and a bottle of energy drink before stalking off to the cluhouse

Chuckles throws a tantrum.

His agent must be psyched.

He's already gone Hollywood.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on July 25, 2012, 02:54:24 PM
This is not the single greatest thread ever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 03:53:09 PM
Oh, it will be.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 25, 2012, 04:34:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 25, 2012, 03:53:09 PM
Oh, it will be.

Hope springs eternal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.

Which people? Ryan Dempster? Jenny Dempster? Simone? Jake Peavy and Adam Dunn? The gossips who post on there?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:57:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.

Which people? Ryan Dempster? Jenny Dempster? Simone? Jake Peavy and Adam Dunn? The gossips who post on there?

Yes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:58:33 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:57:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.

Which people? Ryan Dempster? Jenny Dempster? Simone? Jake Peavy and Adam Dunn? The gossips who post on there?

Yes.

And me for reading more of that than I should have.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:01:54 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:58:33 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:57:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.

Which people? Ryan Dempster? Jenny Dempster? Simone? Jake Peavy and Adam Dunn? The gossips who post on there?

Yes.

And me for reading more of that than I should have.

Yep, that too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 02:02:42 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:58:33 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:57:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.

Which people? Ryan Dempster? Jenny Dempster? Simone? Jake Peavy and Adam Dunn? The gossips who post on there?

Yes.

And me for reading more of that than I should have.

Me too. Unfortunately, there have been too many similar stories, but compared to this, Cindy Sandberg looks like a saint.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:05:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 02:02:42 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:58:33 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:57:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.

Which people? Ryan Dempster? Jenny Dempster? Simone? Jake Peavy and Adam Dunn? The gossips who post on there?

Yes.

And me for reading more of that than I should have.

Me too. Unfortunately, there have been too many similar stories, but compared to this, Cindy Sandberg looks like a saint.

The real question is does any of it sound like it's fabricated? Unfortunately when a guy with these kind of life problems (and don't get me wrong he created this mess mostly with his ginger balls) has 10/5 rights things that seem like a Maury Povich episode to us actually end up hurting the future of the team we like. Unbelievable.

Also, I couldn't help but notice all the other guys' names in there including Bort's favorite player Snork. Wonder what kind of nonsense that asshole is up to.

Baseball players are fucking gross.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:08:53 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:05:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 02:02:42 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:58:33 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:57:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 01:54:39 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 26, 2012, 01:53:15 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

Jesus. People are horrible.

Which people? Ryan Dempster? Jenny Dempster? Simone? Jake Peavy and Adam Dunn? The gossips who post on there?

Yes.

And me for reading more of that than I should have.

Me too. Unfortunately, there have been too many similar stories, but compared to this, Cindy Sandberg looks like a saint.

The real question is does any of it sound like it's fabricated? Unfortunately when a guy with these kind of life problems (and don't get me wrong he created this mess mostly with his ginger balls) has 10/5 rights things that seem like a Maury Povich episode to us actually end up hurting the future of the team we like. Unbelievable.

Also, I couldn't help but notice all the other guys' names in there including Bort's favorite player Snork. Wonder what kind of nonsense that asshole is up to.

Baseball players are fucking gross.

Snork is apparently Demp's PED hook-up:

QuoteRyan Dempster is a dick and his impersonations are the most overdone, typical characters ever. What's next, a Christopher Walken? And anybody having a career year at 35 is doing Notre Dame-hooked-up PED's. Douchebag.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:12:45 PM
Someone sure wanted Jake Peavy to get into the All-Star Game. (https://twitter.com/Jennaaay1017)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:27:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:12:45 PM
Someone sure wanted Jake Peavy to get into the All-Star Game. (https://twitter.com/Jennaaay1017)

And how. (http://www.exquisitetweets.com/tweets?eids=qtYUvurMSQ.qtZyRaY2RV.qtZALkEJMW.qtZBDsVNLO.qtZCCfD2Or.qtZEd9jq0b.qtZELRS7Zl.qtZFjudBYX.qtZGlVaaK4.qtZG83bDrg.qtZHISCrwj.qtZI0futoG.qtZJMzQczR.qtZKIvIlAi.qtZL4hV4EK.qtZMDOlITl.qtZNaEZEei.qtZNR5Cx6i.qtZOxZ0BIP.qtZQxga3JQ.qtZQ4rf5no.qtZRzRk5RZ.qtZSpRCGmO.qtZTcs0ntY.qtZTKvalfp.qtZUkLyZun.qtZVC3uqDQ.qtZV8HLsXY.qtZXrM42uq.qtZYq0tzK8.qtZZw5V2kK.qtZ0yk4O1Q.qtZ1n4TFYW.qtZ1YKyG3U.qtZ3W1HlYX.qtZ6Dw8JBm.qtZ7uuKuhF.qtZ74ljByC.qtZ8U9gZOK.qtZ9z2VJO9.qt0aHe48Wr.qt0di8X0vJ.qt0eu8jqOy.qt0lBHbhwP.qt0nmSMJrg.qt0ojl9zVs.qt0xPTbEiW.qt0CsirWA8.qt11FmOhgs)

It seems Ryan Dempster married a spambot.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:45:18 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:27:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:12:45 PM
Someone sure wanted Jake Peavy to get into the All-Star Game. (https://twitter.com/Jennaaay1017)

And how. (http://www.exquisitetweets.com/tweets?eids=qtYUvurMSQ.qtZyRaY2RV.qtZALkEJMW.qtZBDsVNLO.qtZCCfD2Or.qtZEd9jq0b.qtZELRS7Zl.qtZFjudBYX.qtZGlVaaK4.qtZG83bDrg.qtZHISCrwj.qtZI0futoG.qtZJMzQczR.qtZKIvIlAi.qtZL4hV4EK.qtZMDOlITl.qtZNaEZEei.qtZNR5Cx6i.qtZOxZ0BIP.qtZQxga3JQ.qtZQ4rf5no.qtZRzRk5RZ.qtZSpRCGmO.qtZTcs0ntY.qtZTKvalfp.qtZUkLyZun.qtZVC3uqDQ.qtZV8HLsXY.qtZXrM42uq.qtZYq0tzK8.qtZZw5V2kK.qtZ0yk4O1Q.qtZ1n4TFYW.qtZ1YKyG3U.qtZ3W1HlYX.qtZ6Dw8JBm.qtZ7uuKuhF.qtZ74ljByC.qtZ8U9gZOK.qtZ9z2VJO9.qt0aHe48Wr.qt0di8X0vJ.qt0eu8jqOy.qt0lBHbhwP.qt0nmSMJrg.qt0ojl9zVs.qt0xPTbEiW.qt0CsirWA8.qt11FmOhgs)

It seems Ryan Dempster married a spambot.

Related. (http://twitter.com/Peacefulezfeeln)

She might be a Virgo.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 26, 2012, 02:50:30 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:45:18 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:27:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:12:45 PM
Someone sure wanted Jake Peavy to get into the All-Star Game. (https://twitter.com/Jennaaay1017)

And how. (http://www.exquisitetweets.com/tweets?eids=qtYUvurMSQ.qtZyRaY2RV.qtZALkEJMW.qtZBDsVNLO.qtZCCfD2Or.qtZEd9jq0b.qtZELRS7Zl.qtZFjudBYX.qtZGlVaaK4.qtZG83bDrg.qtZHISCrwj.qtZI0futoG.qtZJMzQczR.qtZKIvIlAi.qtZL4hV4EK.qtZMDOlITl.qtZNaEZEei.qtZNR5Cx6i.qtZOxZ0BIP.qtZQxga3JQ.qtZQ4rf5no.qtZRzRk5RZ.qtZSpRCGmO.qtZTcs0ntY.qtZTKvalfp.qtZUkLyZun.qtZVC3uqDQ.qtZV8HLsXY.qtZXrM42uq.qtZYq0tzK8.qtZZw5V2kK.qtZ0yk4O1Q.qtZ1n4TFYW.qtZ1YKyG3U.qtZ3W1HlYX.qtZ6Dw8JBm.qtZ7uuKuhF.qtZ74ljByC.qtZ8U9gZOK.qtZ9z2VJO9.qt0aHe48Wr.qt0di8X0vJ.qt0eu8jqOy.qt0lBHbhwP.qt0nmSMJrg.qt0ojl9zVs.qt0xPTbEiW.qt0CsirWA8.qt11FmOhgs)

It seems Ryan Dempster married a spambot.

Related. (http://twitter.com/Peacefulezfeeln)

She might be a Virgo.

Is SAM FULD?

Simone Sturgill ‏@Peacefulezfeeln
@SamFuld5 miss chi town yet?!?
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Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 26, 2012, 02:53:20 PM
Nasty. I wouldn't fuck any of those bitches with Paul's dick.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on July 26, 2012, 06:02:24 PM
What the hell just happened to the last 10 minutes of my life?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on July 26, 2012, 06:58:35 PM
Quote from: PenPho on July 26, 2012, 06:02:24 PM
What the hell just happened to the last 10 minutes of my life?

Jebus, I can't go on vacation for a week without you guys fucking everything up.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on July 27, 2012, 11:53:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

I didn't understand any of this. So Dempster is doing the nanny, who is bffs with his wife, who is doing Peavy, and she is from Atlanta, so he doesn't want to play for the Braves?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 27, 2012, 12:01:15 PM
Quote from: Tony on July 27, 2012, 11:53:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

I didn't understand any of this. So Dempster is doing the nanny, who is bffs with his wife, who is doing Peavy, and she is from Atlanta, so he doesn't want to play for the Braves?

Dempster's a piece of shit and his stupid ginger balls ruined his life.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 27, 2012, 12:50:39 PM
Quote from: Tony on July 27, 2012, 11:53:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 01:26:51 PM
Someone sent me this on Twitter. Sounds like this Dempster saga is beyond fucked up. Be warned - gossip ahoy:

http://www.parlezsport.com/mlb/history.aspx/Ryan_Dempster

I didn't understand any of this. So Dempster is doing the nanny, who is bffs with his wife, who is doing Peavy and Adam Dunn, and she is from Atlanta, so he doesn't want to play for the Braves?

She has a thing for guys rumored to be coming to the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 30, 2012, 09:30:37 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

And Geovany Soto, apparently.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wheezer on July 30, 2012, 09:33:17 PM
As I don't care to fuss with the Totally Unlistenable thread, I will simply note here that Pat plainly said "nine-run erection" right about 9:28 CDT.

[Edit.--Oh, right. It was also promptly after the fawning Estefan visit.]
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:42:16 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 30, 2012, 09:30:37 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

And Geovany Soto, apparently.

Sounds like he's headed to the Rangers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on July 30, 2012, 09:44:01 PM
Brett Jackson apparently pulled from the I-Cubs lineup.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on July 30, 2012, 10:07:13 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?


Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her

Jenny Dempster?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:09:37 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her

I've been the closest to her, if you recall.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on July 30, 2012, 10:12:13 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:09:37 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her

I've been the closest to her, if you recall.

And you chose to speak to her husband.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:13:58 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 30, 2012, 10:12:13 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:09:37 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her

I've been the closest to her, if you recall.

And you chose to speak to her husband.

She slept through most of the flight, damnit!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 30, 2012, 10:16:08 PM
Geovany Soto
Paul Maholm
Reed Johnson (again)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:20:51 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 30, 2012, 10:12:13 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:09:37 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her

I've been the closest to her, if you recall.

And you chose to speak to her husband.

And he made up some bullshit about Soriano being an asshole
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on July 30, 2012, 10:22:34 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:13:58 PM
Quote from: flannj on July 30, 2012, 10:12:13 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:09:37 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her

I've been the closest to her, if you recall.

And you chose to speak to her husband.

She slept through most of the flight, damnit!

Fake tits need their rest too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 30, 2012, 10:24:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 30, 2012, 10:16:08 PM
Geovany Soto
Paul Maholm
Reed Johnson (again)

Uh, Slak...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:34:33 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 30, 2012, 10:16:08 PM
Geovany Soto
Paul Maholm
Reed Johnson (again)

Thanks for stopping by Phil.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:35:07 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on July 30, 2012, 10:09:37 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 10:02:10 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 10:00:16 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 30, 2012, 09:56:03 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 30, 2012, 09:22:58 PM
Reed Johnson, again, apparently.

With Maholm to Atlanta.

That ruins our fun at Shittys next year. What player will a desipiot be next year?

Kim DeJesus?



No Desipiot is even close to her

I've been the closest to her, if you recall.

Didn't that violate the restraining order?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 30, 2012, 11:52:11 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 30, 2012, 10:24:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 30, 2012, 10:16:08 PM
Geovany Soto
Paul Maholm
Reed Johnson (again)

Uh, Slak...

I was uh
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2012, 08:58:50 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 30, 2012, 11:52:11 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 30, 2012, 10:24:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 30, 2012, 10:16:08 PM
Geovany Soto
Paul Maholm
Reed Johnson (again)

Uh, Slak...

I was uh

Dempster Chicago, Maholm Atlanta
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 31, 2012, 03:10:21 PM
Ryan Dempster. If Randall Delgado doesn't die of AIDS, I'll join the Huey DempsterHateWagon
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2012, 03:15:32 PM
Quote from: Tollbooth Yeti on July 31, 2012, 03:10:21 PM
Ryan Dempster.

[citation needed]
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 08:30:46 AM
Paul Sullivan spun a gem on the Dempster trade. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0801-trade-cubs-chicago--20120801,0,1280606.story)

QuoteRyan Dempster sat in the Cubs offices as the 3 p.m. trade deadline neared Tuesday, playing Golden Tee and watching the rumors about his fate played out on the MLB Network.

No fried chicken?

QuoteWith 4 minutes, 53 seconds on the countdown ticker, according to Dempster's estimation, he approved a trade to the Rangers for a pair of low-level prospects.

Thus ended Dempster's memorable nine-year run in Chicago, a bizarre final week capped after he said no to a trade to the Braves after it already was agreed upon, threw a temper tantrum in the dugout after being removed from a game and watched his dream of joining buddy Ted Lilly on the Dodgers go down the tubes.

In the end, it was down to the Yankees and Rangers, though general manager Jed Hoyer said the Cubs would have kept Dempster if the Rangers deal fell through.

"Yeah, I thought it was a possibility for either team so there are a lot of emotions," Dempster said. "I thought it was going to be the Dodgers. I thought it was going to be the Yankees. I thought it was going to be this, that and the other.

"In the end it ended up being Texas and I'm super excited. They've been in the World Series two years in a row and they have a great team. Hopefully I can go over there and be a little piece of the really good puzzle they have going."

Well, the Rangers do travel to Toronto August 17, and it's franchise tradition to get the Canadian former Cub to carry the extra suitcase through customs. (http://news.google.com/newspapers?nid=2199&dat=19800826&id=gJYyAAAAIBAJ&sjid=VucFAAAAIBAJ&pg=5677,6153360) This should be an important piece of the puzzle for the manager and the team's best hitter.

QuoteInstead of receiving a major league-ready starter in the Braves' Randall Delgado, who was part of the original trade Dempster nixed, the Cubs got 22-year-old starter Kyle Hendricks and 21-year-old third baseman Christian Villanueva, both of whom played at Class-A Myrtle Beach.

It likely will be years before either proves he's capable of making it to the majors. But after losing leverage because of Dempster's deep desire to go to the Dodgers, it was about as good a deal as the Cubs could muster.

"He held pretty firm on the Dodgers thing," Hoyer said.

In other words, fuck you Ryan Dempster. Love, Jed. Enjoy the oppressive North Texas heat. By the way, Christian Villanueva may or may not make you forget about Bill Madlock and Aramis Ramirez, but I guarantee he will make you remember Hector Villanueva.

(http://www.baseball-birthdays.com/archives/October/02/images/Hector%20Villanueva.png)

Quote"I was actually really glad he was in our office for the last couple of hours and he was able to sort of see how we work and see what happens. He sat in an office and watched himself on TV. Then we briefed him on where we were and I don't remember exactly what time but at some point he said 'OK, if this Dodgers thing isn't going to work, then he was willing to open it up to a handful of teams.'

"That's why it came together late. We talked to teams a little bit but we weren't going to spend tons of time and lead teams down a road that wasn't going to happen. We didn't want to do that. We had to not scramble but work pretty hard at the end to find a suitable deal for him."

Actually glad he was in the office. I guess if he was busy playing Golden Tee and watching himself on TV, his comedy act would have to wait for Arlington. Also, Dempster in his office for such a prolonged period would have to be great motivation to move him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 08:31:00 AM
QuoteThe ending of Dempster's stay in Chicago was much stormier than the previous eight years, mostly because of the botched trade to the Braves.

"I just never said no to anybody," he said. "Well I did say no to some places obviously, but I just said if something that came that was a trade for the club that helped the club that was something I was willing to do and had time to think about it. ... Obviously the past few days I had to give a lot more thought to what teams might possibly be there so that I'd be prepared to make that decision."

You didn't say no? Or did you? Or does no mean a maybe, or a yes? What the hell is he saying? Basically, he's full of shit.

QuoteIn hindsight, was Dempster glad he turned down a chance to go to the Braves?

"We'll see," he said. "There's no right or wrong decision. There are just journeys in life that we're going to end up taking and you have to make the most out of those. (The Braves) have a great ballclub down there. They just got two really good baseball players, good pitcher and good outfielder in Reed and Paul and they're going to be a tough ballclub too. This is just the right decision for me."

Plus, there's zero chance Chipper will bang your soon-to-be ex-wife. Jared Saltamacchia and the entire Dallas Cowboys, maybe. But as far as journeys, here's one (http://www.kayak.com/#/flights/CHI,nearby-dfw,nearby/2012-08-01) that you can't take soon enough.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on August 01, 2012, 10:30:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

Something something too big for anal
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 01, 2012, 10:35:31 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 08:31:00 AM
QuoteThe ending of Dempster's stay in Chicago was much stormier than the previous eight years, mostly because of the botched trade to the Braves.

"I just never said no to anybody," he said. "Well I did say no to some places obviously, but I just said if something that came that was a trade for the club that helped the club that was something I was willing to do and had time to think about it. ... Obviously the past few days I had to give a lot more thought to what teams might possibly be there so that I'd be prepared to make that decision."

You didn't say no? Or did you? Or does no mean a maybe, or a yes? What the hell is he saying? Basically, he's full of shit.

QuoteIn hindsight, was Dempster glad he turned down a chance to go to the Braves?

"We'll see," he said. "There's no right or wrong decision. There are just journeys in life that we're going to end up taking and you have to make the most out of those. (The Braves) have a great ballclub down there. They just got two really good baseball players, good pitcher and good outfielder in Reed and Paul and they're going to be a tough ballclub too. This is just the right decision for me."

Plus, there's zero chance Chipper will bang your soon-to-be ex-wife. Jared Saltamacchia and the entire Dallas Cowboys, maybe. But as far as journeys, here's one (http://www.kayak.com/#/flights/CHI,nearby-dfw,nearby/2012-08-01) that you can't take soon enough.

Saltalamacchia plays for the Red Sox these days. That jape at the tail end notwithstanding, I have to say that these last couple of TJ Brown posts have been the highlight of this Cubs season for me. (aside from Rizzo's emotional dongblasts all over my pauseworthy teets). 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 02:01:19 PM
OK, Sully's latest with Epstein's version of events makes my Dempster hate Hueyesque and justified (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/chi-epstein-defends-dempster-on-atlanta-trade-fiasco-20120801,0,4673128.story). The headline writer of this story should be fired, because Epstein is not really defending Dempster.

To wit:

1) Epstein/Hoyer kept telling Dempster that the Dodgers weren't interested and to start thinking about elsewhere.
2) July 22 they told him to start thinking about Atlanta.
3) The next day, Epstein told Dempster to consider Atlanta hard because they had a trade.
4) As Dempster was thinking, it leaked and Dempster got pissed he couldn't contemplate it privately.
5) The Cubs continued to explain the Dodgers don't want him and they continued to try and trade with the Dodgers.
6) They had Dempster listen to Hoystink's talks with Colletti on the phone and at 2:45 yesterday, Dempster said, "OK, I believe you."

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 01, 2012, 02:11:56 PM
Quote from: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 02:01:19 PM
OK, Sully's latest with Epstein's version of events makes my Dempster hate Hueyesque and justified (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/chi-epstein-defends-dempster-on-atlanta-trade-fiasco-20120801,0,4673128.story). The headline writer of this story should be fired, because Epstein is not really defending Dempster.

To wit:

1) Epstein/Hoyer kept telling Dempster that the Dodgers weren't interested and to start thinking about elsewhere.
2) July 22 they told him to start thinking about Atlanta.
2a) "Dempster said he was 'open' to going (to Atlanta), and it 'had a lot of appeal to him,' even though he told Epstein the Dodgers were 'a clear No. 1" on his list.'
3) The next day, Epstein told Dempster to consider Atlanta hard because they had a trade.
4) As Dempster was thinking, it leaked and Dempster got pissed he couldn't contemplate it privately.
5) The Cubs continued to explain the Dodgers don't want him and they continued to try and trade with the Dodgers.
6) They had Dempster listen to Hoystink's talks with Colletti on the phone and at 2:45 yesterday, Dempster said, "OK, I believe you."



Added hate.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 02:13:07 PM
Quote from: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 02:01:19 PM
OK, Sully's latest with Epstein's version of events makes my Dempster hate Hueyesque and justified (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/chi-epstein-defends-dempster-on-atlanta-trade-fiasco-20120801,0,4673128.story). The headline writer of this story should be fired, because Epstein is not really defending Dempster.

To wit:

1) Epstein/Hoyer kept telling Dempster that the Dodgers weren't interested and to start thinking about elsewhere.
2) July 22 they told him to start thinking about Atlanta.
3) The next day, Epstein told Dempster to consider Atlanta hard because they had a trade.
4) As Dempster was thinking, it leaked and Dempster got pissed he couldn't contemplate it privately.
5) The Cubs continued to explain the Dodgers don't want him and they continued to try and trade with the Dodgers.
6) They had Dempster listen to Hoystink's talks with Colletti on the phone and at 2:45 yesterday, Dempster said, "OK, I believe you."

7) Dempster thinks to himself, "It's quite possible I've made a huge mistake." (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/12275/deadline-drama-has-weighed-on-dempster)

QuoteCHICAGO – Seemingly worn down by the process of the approaching non-waiver trade deadline, Chicago Cubs pitcher Ryan Dempster said Monday that he might have made some missteps along the way.

...

"I'm not perfect. I'm a human being and will make mistakes. I won't handle everything the right way every time, but hopefully I can learn from any mistakes I do make and try to be better for it next time."

Dempster did not specify whether or not his handling of the Braves trade was something he felt he didn't handle properly.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on August 01, 2012, 03:04:05 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 02:13:07 PM
Quote from: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 02:01:19 PM
OK, Sully's latest with Epstein's version of events makes my Dempster hate Hueyesque and justified (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/chi-epstein-defends-dempster-on-atlanta-trade-fiasco-20120801,0,4673128.story). The headline writer of this story should be fired, because Epstein is not really defending Dempster.

To wit:

1) Epstein/Hoyer kept telling Dempster that the Dodgers weren't interested and to start thinking about elsewhere.
2) July 22 they told him to start thinking about Atlanta.
3) The next day, Epstein told Dempster to consider Atlanta hard because they had a trade.
4) As Dempster was thinking, it leaked and Dempster got pissed he couldn't contemplate it privately.
5) The Cubs continued to explain the Dodgers don't want him and they continued to try and trade with the Dodgers.
6) They had Dempster listen to Hoystink's talks with Colletti on the phone and at 2:45 yesterday, Dempster said, "OK, I believe you."

7) Dempster thinks to himself, "It's quite possible I've made a huge mistake." (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/12275/deadline-drama-has-weighed-on-dempster)

QuoteCHICAGO – Seemingly worn down by the process of the approaching non-waiver trade deadline, Chicago Cubs pitcher Ryan Dempster said Monday that he might have made some missteps along the way.

...

"I'm not perfect. I'm a human being and will make mistakes. I won't handle everything the right way every time, but hopefully I can learn from any mistakes I do make and try to be better for it next time."

Dempster did not specify whether or not his handling of the Braves trade was something he felt he didn't handle properly.

Oops. So the cubs got a prospect with a higher ceiling (albeit higher risk) than the guy they would have gotten for dempster, and dempster trashed his reputation with Theo and the fanbase because he thought LA wanted him a lot more than they ever did. So he ended up in Texas, where he'll give up 4-5 runs every start, ruining his FA value. Nice choice Ryan.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on August 01, 2012, 03:47:51 PM
Quote from: Brownie on August 01, 2012, 02:01:19 PM
OK, Sully's latest with Epstein's version of events makes my Dempster hate Hueyesque and justified (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/breaking/chi-epstein-defends-dempster-on-atlanta-trade-fiasco-20120801,0,4673128.story). The headline writer of this story should be fired, because Epstein is not really defending Dempster.

To wit:

1) Epstein/Hoyer kept telling Dempster that the Dodgers weren't interested and to start thinking about elsewhere.
2) July 22 they told him to start thinking about Atlanta.
3) The next day, Epstein told Dempster to consider Atlanta hard because they had a trade.
4) As Dempster was thinking, it leaked and Dempster got pissed he couldn't contemplate it privately.
5) The Cubs continued to explain the Dodgers don't want him and they continued to try and trade with the Dodgers.
6) They had Dempster listen to Hoystink's talks with Colletti on the phone and at 2:45 yesterday, Dempster said, "OK, I believe you."



This whole sequence is the final log on my Dempster hatefire. Good riddance to this assclown.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on August 01, 2012, 06:09:02 PM
You all are more than a week late to the "firebarn Dempster" party.  Huey can toss the match, but I at least want to pour the gas.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 06:19:25 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on August 01, 2012, 06:09:02 PM
You all are more than a week late to the "firebarn Dempster" party.  Huey can toss the match, but I at least want to pour the gas.

Intrepid Reader: Huey

You can get fecked, boyo.

Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on March 30, 2012, 08:30:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 30, 2012, 08:11:30 PM
Maybe you all are Dempster homosexuals. 

I feel like I'm getting ganged up on here.  Where the fuck is Kerm when you need him?

The disappearance of Pujols from the NL Central should minimize 3 or 4 games of Dempster hate.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 01, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
I'd just like to add that I too look forward to Dempster getting lit up in the AL and setting a new personal best in postseason walks issued.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Waco Kid on August 01, 2012, 07:42:11 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on August 01, 2012, 06:09:02 PM
You all are more than a week late to the "firebarn Dempster" party.  Huey can toss the match, but I at least want to pour the gas.

My Dempster hatefire started with his 2008 playoff pants crapping.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 07:58:08 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 01, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
I'd just like to add that I too look forward to Dempster getting lit up in the AL and setting a new personal best in postseason walks issued.

I'm mostly hoping simply for the Braves to win the World Series.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 01, 2012, 08:46:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 07:58:08 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 01, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
I'd just like to add that I too look forward to Dempster getting lit up in the AL and setting a new personal best in postseason walks issued.

I'm mostly hoping simply for the Braves to win the World Series.

The worst part is, the Braves were a natural place for him.  He could have added Skip and Chip Caray impressions to his repertoire.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on August 01, 2012, 09:01:21 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 07:58:08 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 01, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
I'd just like to add that I too look forward to Dempster getting lit up in the AL and setting a new personal best in postseason walks issued.

I'm mostly hoping simply for the Braves to win the World Series.

After they let the Cardinals into the playoffs last year?  While it would spite Dempster, can't you at least put country (and your hatred of Deadbird-enablers) first and root for the Nationals?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 01, 2012, 09:21:16 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on August 01, 2012, 09:01:21 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 07:58:08 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 01, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
I'd just like to add that I too look forward to Dempster getting lit up in the AL and setting a new personal best in postseason walks issued.

I'm mostly hoping simply for the Braves to win the World Series.

After they let the Cardinals into the playoffs last year?  While it would spite Dempster, can't you at least put country (and your hatred of Deadbird-enablers) first and root for the Nationals?

What?  This shit is too fucking convoluted.  I can barely remember where Tonker ate lunch today, and I'm supposed to hate some team of nobodies for letting the Deadbirds into the playoffs or something?  I don't have the goddamn strength anymore
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on August 01, 2012, 11:09:55 PM
Quote from: CT III on August 01, 2012, 08:46:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 07:58:08 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 01, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
I'd just like to add that I too look forward to Dempster getting lit up in the AL and setting a new personal best in postseason walks issued.

I'm mostly hoping simply for the Braves to win the World Series.

The worst part is, the Braves were a natural place for him.  He could have added Skip and Chip Caray impressions to his repertoire.

Maybe he has a killer Vin Scully impression. The Braves winning the World Series would be nice.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 02, 2012, 06:00:19 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 06:19:25 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on August 01, 2012, 06:09:02 PM
You all are more than a week late to the "firebarn Dempster" party.  Huey can toss the match, but I at least want to pour the gas.

Intrepid Reader: Huey

You can get fecked, boyo.

Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on March 30, 2012, 08:30:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 30, 2012, 08:11:30 PM
Maybe you all are Dempster homosexuals.  

I feel like I'm getting ganged up on here.  Where the fuck is Kerm when you need him?

The disappearance of Pujols from the NL Central should minimize 3 or 4 games of Dempster hate.

I'd to like to add that Bad Kermit was hating Ryan Dempster before anybody here. At the time, I found Kermit's hate mystifying in fact.  But then after Dempster's greatest practical joke--pitching his ass off in 2008 to give us hope only to piss it all away by refusing to throw strikes until it was time to give up a grand slam, the lead, and his season in that season's NLDS-- I jumped on board without hesitation.  I understand that Kermit's too cool or butthurt to come around here anymore, and I'm a much easier stickpoke (natch), so it's fallen to me to represent the hate, and I'm fine with that.  I justy wanted to clarify.  You know, for the record.

Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 01, 2012, 07:58:08 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 01, 2012, 07:36:49 PM
I'd just like to add that I too look forward to Dempster getting lit up in the AL and setting a new personal best in postseason walks issued.

I'm mostly hoping simply for the Braves to win the World Series.

I'd say their odds improved vastly by keeping Dempster away.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on August 02, 2012, 08:07:06 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 06:00:19 AM
I'd say their odds improved vastly by keeping Dempster away.

So is he bad at baseball or not?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 02, 2012, 08:47:41 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 02, 2012, 08:07:06 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 06:00:19 AM
I'd say their odds improved vastly by keeping Dempster away.

So is he bad at baseball or not?

No.  Just worthless when the money's on the line, like a skinny Barry Bonds with Shitsburgh.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on August 02, 2012, 08:56:32 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?

I just know Kerm was really pushing it on the twitter, so I ignored it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?

Is this a real question
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 02, 2012, 09:04:28 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 08:47:41 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 02, 2012, 08:07:06 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 06:00:19 AM
I'd say their odds improved vastly by keeping Dempster away.

So is he bad at baseball or not?

No.  Just worthless when the money's on the line, like a skinny Barry Bonds with Shitsburgh.

Mmm, that's good meatball.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 02, 2012, 09:13:09 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?

Is this a real question

Yes. Is it just a random hashtag someone made up or is there a story behind it?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 02, 2012, 09:26:47 AM
I remember going on Dempster hate-reveries with Kermit back when he was a reliever. Those were good terrible times.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 02, 2012, 09:38:18 AM
Quote from: Bort on August 02, 2012, 09:26:47 AM
I remember going on Dempster hate-reveries with Kermit back when he was a reliever. Those were good terrible times.

Nothing in this sentence is plausible.  You might as well have added a visit from Sasquatch to make it more believable.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 02, 2012, 10:02:37 AM
#TrollDempster is like "Hello, this is dog." It's so fucking close to making sense that people find it hilarious because something something.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 10:18:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 09:13:09 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?

Is this a real question

Yes. Is it just a random hashtag someone made up or is there a story behind it?

Kermit thought Dempster not accepting the Braves trade was in line with Dempster's shitty sense of humor or, in other words, he was trolling (pulling a fast one) on Cubs fans by not taking an obviously awesome deal merely because he's a dickhole.

Does that help?

Now that I've explained it I'm guessing it's super funny.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 02, 2012, 11:11:29 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 10:18:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 09:13:09 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?

Is this a real question

Yes. Is it just a random hashtag someone made up or is there a story behind it?

Kermit thought Dempster not accepting the Braves trade was in line with Dempster's shitty sense of humor or, in other words, he was trolling (pulling a fast one) on Cubs fans by not taking an obviously awesome deal merely because he's a dickhole.

Does that help?

Now that I've explained it I'm guessing it's super funny.

And RV calls me the dense potatobrain.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 02, 2012, 11:25:20 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 11:11:29 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 10:18:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 09:13:09 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?

Is this a real question

Yes. Is it just a random hashtag someone made up or is there a story behind it?

Kermit thought Dempster not accepting the Braves trade was in line with Dempster's shitty sense of humor or, in other words, he was trolling (pulling a fast one) on Cubs fans by not taking an obviously awesome deal merely because he's a dickhole.

Does that help?

Now that I've explained it I'm guessing it's super funny.

And RV calls me the dense potatobrain.

I'm really hoping I can get my spec script for a 70s-style buddy cop movie starring you and RV greenlit.

Tentative title: HOOPLEHEAD & SPUD.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 02, 2012, 01:01:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 02, 2012, 11:25:20 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 11:11:29 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 10:18:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 09:13:09 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 02, 2012, 08:56:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 02, 2012, 08:50:51 AM
Has anyone figured out what trolldempster means yet?

Is this a real question

Yes. Is it just a random hashtag someone made up or is there a story behind it?

Kermit thought Dempster not accepting the Braves trade was in line with Dempster's shitty sense of humor or, in other words, he was trolling (pulling a fast one) on Cubs fans by not taking an obviously awesome deal merely because he's a dickhole.

Does that help?

Now that I've explained it I'm guessing it's super funny.

And RV calls me the dense potatobrain.

I'm really hoping I can get my spec script for a 70s-style buddy cop movie starring you and RV greenlit.

Tentative title: HOOPLEHEAD & SPUD.

Thanks Slaky. I was just curious if this was similar to the Hitler video thing (hilariously building off an existing internet meme) or entirely new. A Kudos bar to Kerm for inventing his own meme.

I will now retire to a dark corner of the internet to develop one liners for SPUD and his archnemesis Tater O'Famine.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on August 02, 2012, 09:11:53 PM
Welcome to Texas, Dempster: 4 2/3 IP, 9 hits, 8 runs, 3 walks, 6 Ks, 2 HR allowed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 02, 2012, 11:05:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on August 02, 2012, 09:11:53 PM
Welcome to Texas, Dempster: 4 2/3 IP, 9 hits, 8 runs, 3 walks, 6 Ks, 2 HR allowed.

*snort*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 02, 2012, 11:06:37 PM
DPD.

Suck it, Dempster enablers (http://www.desipio.com/?p=4128).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 12:28:40 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 11:06:37 PM
DPD.

Suck it, Dempster enablers (http://www.desipio.com/?p=4128).

The saddest part is how accurate so many parts of this likely are.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 12:28:40 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 02, 2012, 11:06:37 PM
DPD.

Suck it, Dempster enablers (http://www.desipio.com/?p=4128).

The saddest part is how accurate so many parts of this likely are.

You're right.  As lol-worthy as it was (one of the best thing this fading Internet star's ever written IMO) I did find myself getting angry toward the end.  This line really summed it up:

QuoteJed Hoyer
Now we've got about 20 minutes to get something done.  Otherwise we're stuck with Ryan.  We get nothing for him, and since we can't take the risk he won't turn down his qualifying offer next year we wouldn't have gotten draft pick compensation for him.

I'm glad to play along as the anti-Dempster meatball, but in all seriousness, even in my worst visages of the guy, I could not imagine he'd end up boning them like this.  On the other hand, Slak told me on Twitter last night that this Villanueva guy did homer in his first 2 at-bats for Daytona.  Even if he didn't though, there's always the chance that this could turn out to be a blessing down the road but it'll be at least a couple years before we can conclude one way or the other (unless Delgado gets out lf the gate hot, and then it'll matter a lot less what the Rangers prospects do).  But regardless of future outcomes, it's clear that Dempster forced the Cubs to get a deal done with nearly no leverage.

And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on, I'll admit that I'm at least glad that Dempster's chances of returning in LOCAL MEDIA, and showing up on dat damn TV of mine have been seriously reduced.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on August 03, 2012, 08:43:22 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 02, 2012, 09:11:53 PM
Welcome to Texas, Dempster: 4 2/3 IP, 9 hits, 8 runs, 3 walks, 6 Ks, 2 HR allowed.

As Oleg, Chuck and I sat at Kincade's last night eating 40 cent wings, drinking two buck half-pints of draft and wondering how on Earth we were going to persuade our waitress to let us see her naked, I asked myself how life could get any better.  The answer soon presented itself: ask the aforementioned hot waitress to get the telly right next to our table changed to the ANA - TEX game.  How we laughed!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/292273_3804299037950_1958937273_n.jpg)

Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 09:18:20 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

But Huey NEVER SAID that Dempster is a shitty pitcher. And YOU CAN'T PROVE THAT HE DID.

He just said that he hates Dempster because of his shitty pitching. Also: his asshat. Why does he even wear that thing?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 03, 2012, 09:20:14 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 09:18:20 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

But Huey NEVER SAID that Dempster is a shitty pitcher. And YOU CAN'T PROVE THAT HE DID.

He just said that he hates Dempster because of his shitty pitching. Also: his asshat. Why does he even wear that thing?

*taps finger twice on nose*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 09:20:45 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?

"I'm off to visit an internet friend in Duffman Estates and have packed provisions for the journey."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:21:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/292273_3804299037950_1958937273_n.jpg)

Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?

Your backpack zingers frighten and confuse me. Sometimes humans travel straight from their place of work to a place of leisure, and some of those humans take a change of clothes with them for said leisure time.

Also, I'm gay.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 09:22:30 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 03, 2012, 08:43:22 AM
and wondering how on Earth we were going to persuade our waitress to let us see her naked

Ever crack that nut?

(So to speak.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 03, 2012, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:21:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/292273_3804299037950_1958937273_n.jpg)

Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?

Your backpack zingers frighten and confuse me. Sometimes humans travel straight from their place of work to a place of leisure, and some of those humans take a change of clothes with them for said leisure time.

Also, I'm gay.

Thanks for clarifying, but I really don't care for your foolish explanations.  I prefer my story that you're a drifter hobo.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on August 03, 2012, 09:41:17 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 09:22:30 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 03, 2012, 08:43:22 AM
and wondering how on Earth we were going to persuade our waitress to let us see her naked

Ever crack that nut?

(So to speak.)

Had I been on my own, it clearly wouldn't have been a problem.  Chuck and Oleg were really cramping my style, though.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on August 03, 2012, 09:50:04 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 03, 2012, 09:41:17 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 03, 2012, 09:22:30 AM
Quote from: Tonker on August 03, 2012, 08:43:22 AM
and wondering how on Earth we were going to persuade our waitress to let us see her naked

Ever crack that nut?

(So to speak.)

Had I been on my own, it clearly wouldn't have been a problem.  Chuck and Oleg were really cramping my style, though.

So she had a thing for Marmite and really big knives?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 03, 2012, 09:05:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:21:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/292273_3804299037950_1958937273_n.jpg)

Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?

Your backpack zingers frighten and confuse me. Sometimes humans travel straight from their place of work to a place of leisure, and some of those humans take a change of clothes with them for said leisure time.

Also, I'm gay.

Thanks for clarifying, but I really don't care for your foolish explanations.  I prefer my story that you're a drifter hobo.

Hatin' on backpacks?  Now you go too far.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on August 04, 2012, 04:36:44 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 03, 2012, 09:05:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:21:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/292273_3804299037950_1958937273_n.jpg)

Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?

Your backpack zingers frighten and confuse me. Sometimes humans travel straight from their place of work to a place of leisure, and some of those humans take a change of clothes with them for said leisure time.

Also, I'm gay.

Thanks for clarifying, but I really don't care for your foolish explanations.  I prefer my story that you're a drifter hobo.

Hatin' on backpacks?  Now you go too far.

Unless you have your book report for 3rd period, carry a fucking messenger bag
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on August 04, 2012, 07:00:24 AM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on August 04, 2012, 04:36:44 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 03, 2012, 09:05:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:21:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/292273_3804299037950_1958937273_n.jpg)

Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?

Your backpack zingers frighten and confuse me. Sometimes humans travel straight from their place of work to a place of leisure, and some of those humans take a change of clothes with them for said leisure time.

Also, I'm gay.

Thanks for clarifying, but I really don't care for your foolish explanations.  I prefer my story that you're a drifter hobo.

Hatin' on backpacks?  Now you go too far.

Unless you have your book report for 3rd period, carry a fucking messenger bag

No.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 04, 2012, 03:50:07 PM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on August 04, 2012, 04:36:44 AM
Quote from: CT III on August 03, 2012, 09:05:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:21:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 09:08:11 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 09:04:02 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:57:04 AM
Quote from: R-V on August 03, 2012, 08:54:10 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 08:21:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on August 03, 2012, 08:17:51 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 03, 2012, 05:26:39 AM
And if I could but my gravy-stained meatball hat back on

I didn't know you ever but it off.

Still asshurt about my admittedly obnoxious self being vindicated by the actions of your paragon of Northside ashhatery I see.  I'm willing to let it go, Eli--can't we all just get along?

Everyone knew he was an ashhat, so no vindication there. And last night's enjoyable destruction still only accounts for about 3% of Dempster's season, assuming no broken toes. Methinks we need to see a bit more before we declare his pitching to be shitty.

I declare you UNVINDICATED.

My comments have nothing to do with how he pitches going forward.  My vindication comes in how he left town, even though I've admitted I really didn't expect it to go like I imagined.  Either way, don't you have a dinner you need to wear a backpack to?

How else am I supposed to sneak in a sensibly priced slice of Bacci's?

(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/292273_3804299037950_1958937273_n.jpg)

Hey, thanks for the dinner, everyone.  Now, can you point me in the direction of the Greyhound station?

Your backpack zingers frighten and confuse me. Sometimes humans travel straight from their place of work to a place of leisure, and some of those humans take a change of clothes with them for said leisure time.

Also, I'm gay.

Thanks for clarifying, but I really don't care for your foolish explanations.  I prefer my story that you're a drifter hobo.

Hatin' on backpacks?  Now you go too far.

Unless you have your book report for 3rd period, carry a fucking messenger bag manpurse
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 05, 2012, 01:39:19 PM
Jeff Baker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on August 05, 2012, 01:57:07 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 05, 2012, 01:39:19 PM
Jeff Baker.

Pretty sure we got rid of him like two years ago. Nice try, though. I almost looked.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 06, 2012, 09:54:30 AM
Ned Colletti: Butthurt. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0806-bits-cubs-dodgers-chicago--20120806,0,4411218.story)

Quote from Sully's notes package today:

QuoteLOS ANGELES — The Cubs called Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti late Saturday night to deny reports they let Ryan Dempster hear phone conversations during Tuesday's trade talks.

General manager Jed Hoyer also denied the story, which was relayed to the media Wednesday by President Theo Epstein during an interview at Wrigley Field. Epstein told reporters that "once (Dempster) came to our office and actually heard the conversations we were having with LA, he realized 'OK, maybe that's actually not going to happen.'" He also said it was "helpful to have him there so he could hear first-hand that (a trade) wasn't going to happen."

The Cubs' position is that Epstein's remarks were "misinterpreted," leading to the Dodgers' angry reaction. The Cubs said Sunday they put Dempster on the phone to Colletti before the trade deadline, maintaining that was what Epstein was referring to Wednesday.

Hoyer was upset with a Tribune report that the Dodgers considered the invitation a breach of ethics and that it would likely hinder any talks between the teams in the future. Asked why he waited three days to deny the report, Hoyer said he hadn't read it.

Colletti could not be reached for comment.

This shit just never stops being fucking retarded. I now validate every meatballish thing uttered against Dempster and will begin cherry picking stats that indicate he's a shitty pitcher - beginning with his first start for the Rangers. The fact is, Dempster so infuriated Theo and Jed that they went out of their way to trash him in the press - to the point of hurting their relationship with the Dodgers' front office. It was ill-advised on their part to do so, but it seems he drove them to it. The son of a bitch who claimed he loved the Cubs so much that he'd only agree to leave on terms that would help the team managed to damage them slightly on the way out by being such a colossal douche turret. He just couldn't fucking help himself. I consider him the poster child of Hendry-era Cubfail. Not Zambrano, not Soriano, not even Hendry himself. He is everything people said was wrong with the Cubs and their culture wrapped into one dorkish, gingerfied, underperforming package. Fuck him in the face with a fungo bat covered in whatever STDs he and Jenny and Peavy have swapped and then some.

FUCK.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on August 06, 2012, 10:46:40 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 06, 2012, 09:54:30 AM
Ned Colletti: Butthurt. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0806-bits-cubs-dodgers-chicago--20120806,0,4411218.story)

Quote from Sully's notes package today:

QuoteLOS ANGELES — The Cubs called Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti late Saturday night to deny reports they let Ryan Dempster hear phone conversations during Tuesday's trade talks.

General manager Jed Hoyer also denied the story, which was relayed to the media Wednesday by President Theo Epstein during an interview at Wrigley Field. Epstein told reporters that "once (Dempster) came to our office and actually heard the conversations we were having with LA, he realized 'OK, maybe that's actually not going to happen.'" He also said it was "helpful to have him there so he could hear first-hand that (a trade) wasn't going to happen."

The Cubs' position is that Epstein's remarks were "misinterpreted," leading to the Dodgers' angry reaction. The Cubs said Sunday they put Dempster on the phone to Colletti before the trade deadline, maintaining that was what Epstein was referring to Wednesday.

Hoyer was upset with a Tribune report that the Dodgers considered the invitation a breach of ethics and that it would likely hinder any talks between the teams in the future. Asked why he waited three days to deny the report, Hoyer said he hadn't read it.

Colletti could not be reached for comment.

This shit just never stops being fucking retarded. I now validate every meatballish thing uttered against Dempster and will begin cherry picking stats that indicate he's a shitty pitcher - beginning with his first start for the Rangers. The fact is, Dempster so infuriated Theo and Jed that they went out of their way to trash him in the press - to the point of hurting their relationship with the Dodgers' front office. It was ill-advised on their part to do so, but it seems he drove them to it. The son of a bitch who claimed he loved the Cubs so much that he'd only agree to leave on terms that would help the team managed to damage them slightly on the way out by being such a colossal douche turret. He just couldn't fucking help himself. I consider him the poster child of Hendry-era Cubfail. Not Zambrano, not Soriano, not even Hendry himself. He is everything people said was wrong with the Cubs and their culture wrapped into one dorkish, gingerfied, underperforming package. Fuck him in the face with a fungo bat covered in whatever STDs he and Jenny and Peavy have swapped and then some.

FUCK.

LSA +!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 06, 2012, 12:26:27 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 06, 2012, 09:54:30 AM
Ned Colletti: Butthurt. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-0806-bits-cubs-dodgers-chicago--20120806,0,4411218.story)

Quote from Sully's notes package today:

QuoteLOS ANGELES — The Cubs called Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti late Saturday night to deny reports they let Ryan Dempster hear phone conversations during Tuesday's trade talks.

General manager Jed Hoyer also denied the story, which was relayed to the media Wednesday by President Theo Epstein during an interview at Wrigley Field. Epstein told reporters that "once (Dempster) came to our office and actually heard the conversations we were having with LA, he realized 'OK, maybe that's actually not going to happen.'" He also said it was "helpful to have him there so he could hear first-hand that (a trade) wasn't going to happen."

The Cubs' position is that Epstein's remarks were "misinterpreted," leading to the Dodgers' angry reaction. The Cubs said Sunday they put Dempster on the phone to Colletti before the trade deadline, maintaining that was what Epstein was referring to Wednesday.

Hoyer was upset with a Tribune report that the Dodgers considered the invitation a breach of ethics and that it would likely hinder any talks between the teams in the future. Asked why he waited three days to deny the report, Hoyer said he hadn't read it.

Colletti could not be reached for comment.

This shit just never stops being fucking retarded. I now validate every meatballish thing uttered against Dempster and will begin cherry picking stats that indicate he's a shitty pitcher - beginning with his first start for the Rangers. The fact is, Dempster so infuriated Theo and Jed that they went out of their way to trash him in the press - to the point of hurting their relationship with the Dodgers' front office. It was ill-advised on their part to do so, but it seems he drove them to it. The son of a bitch who claimed he loved the Cubs so much that he'd only agree to leave on terms that would help the team managed to damage them slightly on the way out by being such a colossal douche turret. He just couldn't fucking help himself. I consider him the poster child of Hendry-era Cubfail. Not Zambrano, not Soriano, not even Hendry himself. He is everything people said was wrong with the Cubs and their culture wrapped into one dorkish, gingerfied, underperforming package. Fuck him in the face with a fungo bat covered in whatever STDs he and Jenny and Peavy have swapped and then some.

FUCK.

Not to take anything away from Dempster being a chode about this whole situation, but I think the blame for any breakdown in Dodgers-Cubs relations would rest squarely on Colletti's chafed ass...

http://www.csnchicago.com/baseball-chicago-cubs/cubs-talk/Dempster-reached-out-to-Dodgers-GM-at-de?blockID=751939&feedID=10336

QuoteBut here's another twist to this bizarre story: Sources said that Dempster was so hung up on the Dodgers that the Cubs told him to directly call Ned Colletti. Dempster spoke with the Los Angeles general manager just before the deadline – eliminating that possibility – and then accepted a trade to the Texas Rangers.

The Cubs denied a Chicago Tribune report that they let Dempster listen in on trade conversations without informing the Dodgers – what would be a "serious breach of ethics." But it clearly struck a nerve in the Cubs front office and revealed a Los Angeles perspective on the failed negotiations.

General manager Jed Hoyer – who was the point man for dealing with the Dodgers – reached out to Colletti on Sunday to explain the misunderstanding. The Tribune reported that it could effect the relationship between the two organizations and jeopardize future deals. Alfonso Soriano had shown a willingness to come to Los Angeles and the Dodgers had significant interest in Matt Garza before the deadline.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on August 06, 2012, 12:37:42 PM
Our problem can be your problem for $44 million

http://www.sfgate.com/giants/shea/article/Soriano-and-Giants-Not-meant-to-be-3763437.php
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 06, 2012, 12:38:25 PM
These are major league general managers we're talking about. Any asshurt will heal the second one team has something the other team wants.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 15, 2012, 10:59:51 AM
Oneri Fleita.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on August 15, 2012, 11:14:04 AM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 15, 2012, 10:59:51 AM
Oneri Fleita.

Rickett's gave him a 4 year extension last year right?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 15, 2012, 01:05:53 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on August 15, 2012, 10:59:51 AM
Oneri Fleita.

THOSE FOOLISH FOOLS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on August 15, 2012, 01:08:18 PM
Chuck Wasserstrom
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on August 15, 2012, 02:42:14 PM
And a bunch of scouts and staff in Mesa.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on August 15, 2012, 02:59:49 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on August 15, 2012, 02:42:14 PM
And a bunch of scouts and staff in Mesa.

Did they happen to find Ed Lynch still waxing a chair with his ass out there?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on August 15, 2012, 04:03:42 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on August 15, 2012, 02:59:49 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on August 15, 2012, 02:42:14 PM
And a bunch of scouts and staff in Mesa.

Did they happen to find Ed Lynch still waxing a chair with his ass out there?

Why would they be looking for him in the first place?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 22, 2012, 10:43:17 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on August 15, 2012, 02:42:14 PM
And a bunch of scouts and staff in Mesa.

Ricky Schroeder. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/12970/change-continues-cubs-fire-six-scouts)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on September 28, 2012, 09:21:35 AM
My secretarial job.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 28, 2012, 09:42:09 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 28, 2012, 09:21:35 AM
My secretarial job.

(http://cdn.styleforum.net/b/b1/b15c9b2b_Fred_Garvin.jpeg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on September 28, 2012, 09:46:30 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 28, 2012, 09:42:09 AM
Quote from: Bort on September 28, 2012, 09:21:35 AM
My secretarial job.

(http://cdn.styleforum.net/b/b1/b15c9b2b_Fred_Garvin.jpeg)

I'm getting my complicated system of trusses ready.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 03, 2012, 04:04:41 PM
In a shocking development that I'm sure will surprise everyone here Ryan Dempster shit the bed pitching for the Rangers today in the game that will decide the AL West winner.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 03, 2012, 04:25:20 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 03, 2012, 04:04:41 PM
In a shocking development that I'm sure will surprise everyone here Ryan Dempster shit the bed pitching for the Rangers today in the game that will decide the AL West winner.

ZOMG SMALL SAMPLE SIZE STILL REALLY GOOD PITCHER LOUD NOISES IGNORING WHAT AN ASSHAT HE IS ZORP

/Dempster apologists
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 03, 2012, 05:15:57 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 04, 2012, 10:50:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach

Fat Weed Stash
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 04, 2012, 10:57:57 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 04, 2012, 10:50:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach

Fat Weed Stash


LEAVE OLEG OUT OF THIS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on October 04, 2012, 11:19:11 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 10:57:57 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 04, 2012, 10:50:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach

Fat Weed Stash


LEAVE PASTOLEG OUT OF THIS!

Oleg isn't fat anymore'd.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 04, 2012, 12:41:20 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2012, 11:19:11 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 10:57:57 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 04, 2012, 10:50:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach

Fat Weed Stash


LEAVE PASTOLEG OUT OF THIS!

Oleg isn't fat anymore'd.

I'm guessing his weed stash still is.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 04, 2012, 12:58:13 PM
Further proof that there is no God.  The following is from today's Sun-Times.  The Ricketts see a 135,000 drop in attendance, yet they apparently aren't going to lose any money.

"Consider, too, that if economist Andrew Zimbalist's estimate of the Cubs' value at $1.2 billion is correct, that puts the Ricketts family at or close to full equity (counting a more than $400 million down payment).

And with the recent renewals of national TV deals involving three networks, every team in baseball will get roughly $25 million more in average national TV revenue starting in 2014 — just about the time the Cubs' local contract with WGN expires."
 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on October 05, 2012, 11:03:33 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 12:41:20 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2012, 11:19:11 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 10:57:57 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 04, 2012, 10:50:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach

Fat Weed Stash


LEAVE PASTOLEG OUT OF THIS!

Oleg isn't fat anymore'd.

I'm guessing his weed stash still is.

Nope.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 05, 2012, 01:13:20 PM
 

''Better than 102.''

  — Sveum, Wednesday, after the Cubs scored in the bottom of the ninth to finish with 101 losses.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 05, 2012, 01:45:00 PM
Quote from: Oleg on October 05, 2012, 11:03:33 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 12:41:20 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2012, 11:19:11 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 10:57:57 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 04, 2012, 10:50:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach

Fat Weed Stash


LEAVE PASTOLEG OUT OF THIS!

Oleg isn't fat anymore'd.

I'm guessing his weed stash still is.

Nope.

That whole "weed is a gateway drug to heroin" thing finally kick in?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 05, 2012, 02:31:21 PM
Quote from: Fork on October 05, 2012, 01:45:00 PM
Quote from: Oleg on October 05, 2012, 11:03:33 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 12:41:20 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2012, 11:19:11 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 04, 2012, 10:57:57 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 04, 2012, 10:50:21 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 03, 2012, 10:20:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 03, 2012, 06:36:03 PM
Quote from: PenPho on October 03, 2012, 04:51:25 PM
The 2012 Cubs.

Specifically Pat Listach.

Fat Listach

Fat Weed Stash


LEAVE PASTOLEG OUT OF THIS!

Oleg isn't fat anymore'd.

I'm guessing his weed stash still is.

Nope.

That whole "weed is a gateway drug to heroin" thing finally kick in?

Why do you think he's so skinny now?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 07, 2012, 12:56:11 PM
Blake DeWitt, Alex Hinshaw, and Randy Wells (http://www.milb.com/milb/stats/stats.jsp?t=l_trn&lid=112&sid=l112)...assuming they don't re-sign.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 07, 2012, 03:04:26 PM
Blake DeWitt was in Des Moines all season? Why didn't you guys tell me?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 07, 2012, 03:47:11 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 07, 2012, 03:04:26 PM
Blake DeWitt was in Des Moines all season? Why didn't you guys tell me?

Ever since our Des Moines correspondent got a fancy haircut and bought a belt he feels that sort of thing is beneath him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 07, 2012, 04:13:54 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 07, 2012, 03:47:11 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 07, 2012, 03:04:26 PM
Blake DeWitt was in Des Moines all season? Why didn't you guys tell me?

Ever since our Des Moines correspondent got a fancy haircut and bought a belt he feels that sort of thing is beneath him.

Ok. I LOLed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 07, 2012, 07:36:02 PM
Quote from: Bort on October 07, 2012, 04:13:54 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 07, 2012, 03:47:11 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 07, 2012, 03:04:26 PM
Blake DeWitt was in Des Moines all season? Why didn't you guys tell me?

Ever since our Des Moines correspondent got a fancy haircut and bought a belt he feels that sort of thing is beneath him.

Ok. I LOLed.

LOL'd until a single tear came.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 08, 2012, 06:32:07 AM
How many times has Blake DeWitt appeared in this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 08, 2012, 11:04:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2012, 06:32:07 AM
How many times has Blake DeWitt appeared in this thread.

I don't know. But he has the stench of being non-tendered only to land in St. Louis to be a thorn in the Cubs' side for the next 5 years. I've seen it happen too many times.

/bc
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 14, 2012, 05:03:48 PM
Jimmy Bank

The foul territory behind home plate at Wrigley

College football offenses driving in only one direction at Wrigley
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 17, 2012, 10:11:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Just read the Trib story and every single replacement they suggested sucks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 18, 2012, 09:38:22 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Bad news for us, good news for Penfoe and other folk who live in Arizona.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 18, 2012, 10:08:15 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 18, 2012, 09:38:22 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Bad news for us, good news for Penfoe and other folk who live in Arizona.

I'm not sure about this, but I think Pen may have moved from Arizona.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 18, 2012, 10:09:18 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 17, 2012, 10:11:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Just read the Trib story and every single replacement they suggested sucks.

Let's set our expectations low.  Very low.

QuoteCrane Kenney likely will have a dozen or so candidates from which to choose for Brenly's replacement in the booth, including Grace, ESPN's Rick Sutcliffe, CSN's Todd Hollandsworth and former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood, who has said he's not interested in broadcasting but probably could be persuaded to change his mind.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 18, 2012, 10:19:26 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 10:08:15 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 18, 2012, 09:38:22 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Bad news for us, good news for Penfoe and other folk who live in Arizona.

I'm not sure about this, but I think Pen may have moved from Arizona.

Really?  You'd think he'd have said something.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on October 18, 2012, 10:20:24 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 18, 2012, 10:09:18 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 17, 2012, 10:11:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Just read the Trib story and every single replacement they suggested sucks.

Let's set our expectations low.  Very low.

QuoteCrane Kenney likely will have a dozen or so candidates from which to choose for Brenly's replacement in the booth, including Grace, ESPN's Rick Sutcliffe, CSN's Todd Hollandsworth and former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood, who has said he's not interested in broadcasting but probably could be persuaded to change his mind.

Hell no to Hollandsworth. That goofball was like a hopped-up teenybopper when he filled in this year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 10:52:38 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 18, 2012, 10:09:18 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 17, 2012, 10:11:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Just read the Trib story and every single replacement they suggested sucks.

Let's set our expectations low.  Very low.

QuoteCrane Kenney likely will have a dozen or so candidates from which to choose for Brenly's replacement in the booth, including Grace, ESPN's Rick Sutcliffe, CSN's Todd Hollandsworth and former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood, who has said he's not interested in broadcasting but probably could be persuaded to change his mind.

I listened to the Score who had some guy who suggested Bob Vorwald and WGN suits were going to be the guys doing the hiring (getting input from CSN folks), and that the Cubs would rubber-stamp it.

That guy was Len Kasper. He has to be somewhat familiar with the process, no?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 11:46:56 AM
Quote from: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 10:52:38 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 18, 2012, 10:09:18 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 17, 2012, 10:11:23 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 17, 2012, 05:02:20 PM
Bob Brenly.

Well, it's not great, it's awful awful. But that's what this thread is for, right?

Just read the Trib story and every single replacement they suggested sucks.

Let's set our expectations low.  Very low.

QuoteCrane Kenney likely will have a dozen or so candidates from which to choose for Brenly's replacement in the booth, including Grace, ESPN's Rick Sutcliffe, CSN's Todd Hollandsworth and former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood, who has said he's not interested in broadcasting but probably could be persuaded to change his mind.

I listened to the Score who had some guy who suggested Bob Vorwald and WGN suits were going to be the guys doing the hiring (getting input from CSN folks), and that the Cubs would rubber-stamp it.

That guy was Len Kasper. He has to be somewhat familiar with the process, no?

If the networks are truly in control of the decision, it make sense that they'd want to bring in the most marketable candidate to generate interest in broadcasts for what will probably be another losing team. I wouldn't be surprised if they wanted to bring in Kerry Wood all along and told Bob to seek another job and that they wouldn't try to match his offer. And the fact that Kerry is saying he doesn't want the gig unless, he's, you know, compensated in some way, like with money or whatever, looks like an attempt not to alienate all the rabid Bob fans out there who would be asshurt at whoever instigated this change.

I admit, that I may be totally wrong. But let's see how this plays out.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 18, 2012, 12:03:02 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 11:46:56 AM
told Bob Borb to seek another job jorb

Internet Apex'd?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 12:14:37 PM
Pollyellon handicapped the candidates, and I will recommend him to any sports book in Vegas. But, that's for the Pollyeloon thread.

Who isn't being discussed as Brenly's replacement that should be? I'll give a few suggestions, in no particular order:

1. Mike Bielecki
2. Dave Otto
3. Rick Monday
4. Lou Piniella (Come on, Steve Lyons has been linked to the job, can't the guying hablaing espanol get a chance too?)
5. Shawon Dunston
6. Mike Krukow
7. Billy Buckner
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 18, 2012, 12:27:14 PM
Bill Murray
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 18, 2012, 12:50:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 12:14:37 PM
Pollyellon handicapped the candidates, and I will recommend him to any sports book in Vegas. But, that's for the Pollyeloon thread.

Who isn't being discussed as Brenly's replacement that should be? I'll give a few suggestions, in no particular order:

1. Mike Bielecki
2. Dave Otto
3. Rick Monday
4. Lou Piniella (Come on, Steve Lyons has been linked to the job, can't the guying hablaing espanol get a chance too?)
5. Shawon Dunston
6. Mike Krukow
7. Billy Buckner

I'm of course partial to Otto but by all accounts Krukow would be a solid pick if they could lure him away from the Bay.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

Fuck. The phone was ringing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 18, 2012, 03:23:40 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

Fuck. The phone was ringing.

And on the other end was PROFIT
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:34:48 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 18, 2012, 03:23:40 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

Fuck. The phone was ringing.

And on the other end was PROFIT

We can only hope for these things.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 18, 2012, 04:42:34 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 18, 2012, 03:23:40 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

Fuck. The phone was ringing.

And on the other end was PROFIT the nazi police state, demanding Apex report to jury duty.

Apex' butthurt from 10/17/12'd.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 18, 2012, 04:44:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 04:42:34 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 18, 2012, 03:23:40 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

Fuck. The phone was ringing.

And on the other end was PROFIT the nazi police state, demanding Apex report to jury duty.

Apex' butthurt from 10/17/12'd.

Apex got a letter from the government that said they were suckers?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 04:46:09 PM
Quote from: Bort on October 18, 2012, 04:44:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 04:42:34 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 18, 2012, 03:23:40 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

Fuck. The phone was ringing.

And on the other end was PROFIT the nazi police state, demanding Apex report to jury duty.

Apex' butthurt from 10/17/12'd.

Apex got a letter from the government that said they were suckers?

They wanted me for their jury or whatever. Picture me giving a damn. I said, "NEVER!!!!"
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 18, 2012, 06:41:10 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 04:46:09 PM
Quote from: Bort on October 18, 2012, 04:44:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 04:42:34 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 18, 2012, 03:23:40 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:16:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

Fuck. The phone was ringing.

And on the other end was PROFIT the nazi police state, demanding Apex report to jury duty.

Apex' butthurt from 10/17/12'd.

Apex got a letter from the government that said they were suckers?

They wanted me for their jury or whatever. Picture me giving a damn. I said faxed, "NEVER!!!!"

We're telecommunicating'd
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 21, 2012, 02:39:49 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 12:50:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 12:14:37 PM
Pollyellon handicapped the candidates, and I will recommend him to any sports book in Vegas. But, that's for the Pollyeloon thread.

Who isn't being discussed as Brenly's replacement that should be? I'll give a few suggestions, in no particular order:

1. Mike Bielecki
2. Dave Otto
3. Rick Monday
4. Lou Piniella (Come on, Steve Lyons has been linked to the job, can't the guying hablaing espanol get a chance too?)
5. Shawon Dunston
6. Mike Krukow
7. Billy Buckner

I'm of course partial to Otto but by all accounts Krukow would be a solid pick if they could lure him away from the Bay.

Krukow has been very good the few times I've heard him over the years.

Monday wouldn't be bad either.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 21, 2012, 03:06:11 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 21, 2012, 02:39:49 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 12:50:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 12:14:37 PM
Pollyellon handicapped the candidates, and I will recommend him to any sports book in Vegas. But, that's for the Pollyeloon thread.

Who isn't being discussed as Brenly's replacement that should be? I'll give a few suggestions, in no particular order:

1. Mike Bielecki
2. Dave Otto
3. Rick Monday
4. Lou Piniella (Come on, Steve Lyons has been linked to the job, can't the guying hablaing espanol get a chance too?)
5. Shawon Dunston
6. Mike Krukow
7. Billy Buckner

I'm of course partial to Otto but by all accounts Krukow would be a solid pick if they could lure him away from the Bay.

Krukow has been very good the few times I've heard him over the years.

Monday wouldn't be bad either.

Krukow does the Giants broadcasts.  Krukow is funny.  He gives out good vibes.  But he is something of a homer, and very content to be with the Giants. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 21, 2012, 04:41:30 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 21, 2012, 03:06:11 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 21, 2012, 02:39:49 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 12:50:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 12:14:37 PM
Pollyellon handicapped the candidates, and I will recommend him to any sports book in Vegas. But, that's for the Pollyeloon thread.

Who isn't being discussed as Brenly's replacement that should be? I'll give a few suggestions, in no particular order:

1. Mike Bielecki
2. Dave Otto
3. Rick Monday
4. Lou Piniella (Come on, Steve Lyons has been linked to the job, can't the guying hablaing espanol get a chance too?)
5. Shawon Dunston
6. Mike Krukow
7. Billy Buckner

I'm of course partial to Otto but by all accounts Krukow would be a solid pick if they could lure him away from the Bay.

Krukow has been very good the few times I've heard him over the years.

Monday wouldn't be bad either.

Krukow does the Giants broadcasts.  Krukow is funny.  He gives out good vibes.  But he is something of a homer, and very content to be with the Giants. 

I can't picture Kuiper and Krukow breaking up for any reason other than death or some kind of gross crime.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 21, 2012, 05:10:47 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 21, 2012, 04:41:30 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 21, 2012, 03:06:11 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 21, 2012, 02:39:49 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 12:50:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 12:14:37 PM
Pollyellon handicapped the candidates, and I will recommend him to any sports book in Vegas. But, that's for the Pollyeloon thread.

Who isn't being discussed as Brenly's replacement that should be? I'll give a few suggestions, in no particular order:

1. Mike Bielecki
2. Dave Otto
3. Rick Monday
4. Lou Piniella (Come on, Steve Lyons has been linked to the job, can't the guying hablaing espanol get a chance too?)
5. Shawon Dunston
6. Mike Krukow
7. Billy Buckner

I'm of course partial to Otto but by all accounts Krukow would be a solid pick if they could lure him away from the Bay.

Krukow has been very good the few times I've heard him over the years.

Monday wouldn't be bad either.

Krukow does the Giants broadcasts.  Krukow is funny.  He gives out good vibes.  But he is something of a homer, and very content to be with the Giants. 

I can't picture Kuiper and Krukow breaking up for any reason other than death or some kind of gross crime.

(http://www.hoax-slayer.com/images/mexico-drug-money2.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 22, 2012, 05:56:01 AM
If Krukow were to get the job, it'd be the second time in recent years that the TV color guy and the radio color guy had been traded for each other either by or to the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on October 22, 2012, 09:45:43 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

1. Appropriate is in fact a verb and used correctly here. (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appropriate)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 22, 2012, 10:17:09 AM
Quote from: morpheus on October 22, 2012, 09:45:43 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

1. Appropriate is in fact a verb and used correctly here. (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appropriate)

I was going to argue that point but realized I'd Pank'd the punchline and let it go. So thanks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Quote from: Brownie on October 21, 2012, 05:10:47 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 21, 2012, 04:41:30 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 21, 2012, 03:06:11 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 21, 2012, 02:39:49 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 12:50:29 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 18, 2012, 12:14:37 PM
Pollyellon handicapped the candidates, and I will recommend him to any sports book in Vegas. But, that's for the Pollyeloon thread.

Who isn't being discussed as Brenly's replacement that should be? I'll give a few suggestions, in no particular order:

1. Mike Bielecki
2. Dave Otto
3. Rick Monday
4. Lou Piniella (Come on, Steve Lyons has been linked to the job, can't the guying hablaing espanol get a chance too?)
5. Shawon Dunston
6. Mike Krukow
7. Billy Buckner

I'm of course partial to Otto but by all accounts Krukow would be a solid pick if they could lure him away from the Bay.

Krukow has been very good the few times I've heard him over the years.

Monday wouldn't be bad either.

Krukow does the Giants broadcasts.  Krukow is funny.  He gives out good vibes.  But he is something of a homer, and very content to be with the Giants. 

I can't picture Kuiper and Krukow breaking up for any reason other than death or some kind of gross crime.

(http://www.hoax-slayer.com/images/mexico-drug-money2.jpg)

No mention of Doug Glanville as an option?

Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 22, 2012, 10:27:14 AM
Quote from: morpheus on October 22, 2012, 09:45:43 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 18, 2012, 03:10:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 18, 2012, 03:09:57 PM
I wonder how many threads we have to appropriate for talk about the Cubs TV color vacancy. I'd say handful.

1.  The whole to appropriate?
2.  I'd say handful too.

1. Appropriate is in fact a verb and used correctly here. (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/appropriate)

And there was me thinking this was just something we do in Australia.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 22, 2012, 10:45:02 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

read the comments.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 22, 2012, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

I'm hesitant to rip on the him since he seems like an earnest, nice guy but since Pen and Thrill have already kicked it off I'm just going to have to say it:

That guy is horribly, horribly unfunny.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 11:01:09 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 22, 2012, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

I'm hesitant to rip on the him since he seems like an earnest, nice guy but since Pen and Thrill have already kicked it off I'm just going to have to say it:

That guy is horribly, horribly unfunny.

I wasn't really trying to pile on.

Mostly just noting who the author is.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 11:02:48 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 22, 2012, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

I'm hesitant to rip on the him since he seems like an earnest, nice guy but since Pen and Thrill have already kicked it off I'm just going to have to say it:

That guy is horribly, horribly unfunny.

I actually didn't even know that I "knew" this person.
He wasn't bad in his old SBox days.

Doesn't mean I'd be hesitant to rip on him though.  

Since when does familiarity breed any sort of amnesty around here?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 22, 2012, 11:05:24 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 11:01:09 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 22, 2012, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

I'm hesitant to rip on the him since he seems like an earnest, nice guy but since Pen and Thrill have already kicked it off I'm just going to have to say it:

That guy is horribly, horribly unfunny.

I wasn't really trying to pile on.

Mostly just noting who the author is.

And in fairness to him, it's probably hard to be funny in that horrible creation of Jimmy Greenfi's.  In retrospect, I'm glad, for Kermit's sake, that the latter didn't go down that road although I gotta think he'd be funnier than the collective ball of lameness that's been printed there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on October 22, 2012, 11:21:22 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 11:02:48 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 22, 2012, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

I'm hesitant to rip on the him since he seems like an earnest, nice guy but since Pen and Thrill have already kicked it off I'm just going to have to say it:

That guy is horribly, horribly unfunny.

I actually didn't even know that I "knew" this person.
He wasn't bad in his old SBox days.

Doesn't mean I'd be hesitant to rip on him though.  

Since when does familiarity breed any sort of amnesty around here?

I'm stumped - who is this Captain Meatball? What was his HJE name?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 11:25:14 AM
Quote from: R-V on October 22, 2012, 11:21:22 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 11:02:48 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 22, 2012, 10:45:41 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

I'm hesitant to rip on the him since he seems like an earnest, nice guy but since Pen and Thrill have already kicked it off I'm just going to have to say it:

That guy is horribly, horribly unfunny.

I actually didn't even know that I "knew" this person.
He wasn't bad in his old SBox days.

Doesn't mean I'd be hesitant to rip on him though.  

Since when does familiarity breed any sort of amnesty around here?

I'm stumped - who is this Captain Meatball? What was his HJE name?

JD...err...Noce...wait...JD Noce, or JDNoce...

Apparently JDNoceChicagoTough is the winner.


Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 22, 2012, 11:43:43 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 22, 2012, 10:45:02 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

read the comments.

WHAT? IS THIS FOR REAL?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 22, 2012, 11:52:16 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 22, 2012, 11:43:43 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 22, 2012, 10:45:02 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.

read the comments.

WHAT? IS THIS FOR REAL?

I liked this one:

QuoteWhy not get Obama to take over Bob Brenly's spot in the Cubs broadcast booth? He is going to join 25 million other Americans on the unemployment rolls in January. And with his propensity for lying, he could try to convince Cubs fans that the team is actually good. And Obama would not have to physically be there. All WGN would have to do is put an empty chair in the broadcast booth flanked by 2 teleprompters. And the lines could be spoon fed to chair. I doubt anyone would know the difference!

(http://i46.tinypic.com/9amf6c.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 22, 2012, 12:12:27 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.


JD is completely irreplaceable... but where did he go?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 12:32:32 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 22, 2012, 12:12:27 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.


JD is completely irreplaceable... but where did he go?

Quote from: JD on October 16, 2012, 08:28:21 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 12, 2012, 06:48:17 AM
Quote from: JD on October 12, 2012, 12:24:35 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 06, 2012, 01:01:54 PM
Hey buddy.

I miss you guys. 

Where ya been, playa?

Livin, man.  L-i-v-i-n.  Can't get on at work, so only leaves at home.  I only have time for really important internet, like cat videos on youtube.  Then I remember a place I used to go.  A place where everybody knows my name.  It's that fringe messageboard about that terrible team that causes me grief even though I know it shouldn't matter to me, only the fringe messageboard isn't really about that team at all.  It's about a bunch of dudes hangin out and talkin junk, y'all.  SAP!  Where've those guys been?  And lookie here!  They been here the whole time.  Oh, how humiliating.  For ME.  I missed it all!  Where have I been?  You know?  Where HAVE I been?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 22, 2012, 05:47:46 PM
Th efollowing was written by a "commenter" on the Official Cubs Website following an article that reported that the Cubs got a 21 year old pitcher from the Tigers to finalize  the trade for Baker:

"The old scenerio continues Cubs dont give Baker much of a chance trade him get another minor or  rokkie we willwatch in 2013 prospects like whatr thety acquired for Baker get pounded while Baker Will help 7put numbers up for Atlanta makking the Cubs high archey eat crow  while the Cub Fans suffer another long season like 2012 atta way Epstein Nice going Hoyer"

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 06:18:08 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 22, 2012, 05:47:46 PM
Th efollowing was written by a "commenter" on the Official Cubs Website following an article that reported that the Cubs got a 21 year old pitcher from the Tigers to finalize  the trade for Baker:

"The old scenerio continues Cubs dont give Baker much of a chance trade him get another minor or  rokkie we willwatch in 2013 prospects like whatr thety acquired for Baker get pounded while Baker Will help 7put numbers up for Atlanta makking the Cubs high archey eat crow  while the Cub Fans suffer another long season like 2012 atta way Epstein Nice going Hoyer"



Hoysteinstink is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 22, 2012, 08:38:08 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 22, 2012, 05:47:46 PM
Th efollowing was written by a "commenter" on the Official Cubs Website following an article that reported that the Cubs got a 21 year old pitcher from the Tigers to finalize  the trade for Baker:

"The old scenerio continues Cubs dont give Baker much of a chance trade him get another minor or  rokkie we willwatch in 2013 prospects like whatr thety acquired for Baker get pounded while Baker Will help 7put numbers up for Atlanta makking the Cubs high archey eat crow  while the Cub Fans suffer another long season like 2012 atta way Epstein Nice going Hoyer"



Favorite.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 22, 2012, 09:42:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 22, 2012, 05:47:46 PM
Th efollowing was written by a "commenter" on the Official Cubs Website following an article that reported that the Cubs got a 21 year old pitcher from the Tigers to finalize  the trade for Baker:

"The old scenerio continues Cubs dont give Baker much of a chance trade him get another minor or  rokkie we willwatch in 2013 prospects like whatr thety acquired for Baker get pounded while Baker Will help 7put numbers up for Atlanta makking the Cubs high archey eat crow  while the Cub Fans suffer another long season like 2012 atta way Epstein Nice going Hoyer"



So I guess this was written in Russian then run through Babelfish, right?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 22, 2012, 10:59:06 PM
The 2012 Cardinals
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 22, 2012, 11:32:15 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 12:32:32 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 22, 2012, 12:12:27 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on October 22, 2012, 10:34:43 AM
Quote from: PenPho on October 22, 2012, 10:21:37 AM
Or this HILARIOUSNESS? (http://www.chicagonow.com/chicago-tough/2012/10/cubs-set-to-hire-morgan-freeman-as-new-analyst-impressed-by-ability-to-make-crap-sound-great/)

And to think... That guy thought he could replace JD.


JD is completely irreplaceable... but where did he go?

Quote from: JD on October 16, 2012, 08:28:21 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 12, 2012, 06:48:17 AM
Quote from: JD on October 12, 2012, 12:24:35 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 06, 2012, 01:01:54 PM
Hey buddy.

I miss you guys. 

Where ya been, playa?

Livin, man.  L-i-v-i-n.  Can't get on at work, so only leaves at home.  I only have time for really important internet, like cat videos on youtube.  Then I remember a place I used to go.  A place where everybody knows my name.  It's that fringe messageboard about that terrible team that causes me grief even though I know it shouldn't matter to me, only the fringe messageboard isn't really about that team at all.  It's about a bunch of dudes hangin out and talkin junk, y'all.  SAP!  Where've those guys been?  And lookie here!  They been here the whole time.  Oh, how humiliating.  For ME.  I missed it all!  Where have I been?  You know?  Where HAVE I been?

Thank you. And God Bless you and the United States of America.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 26, 2012, 04:28:40 PM
Chris Volstad...Don't let the door hit you on the way out.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 26, 2012, 07:07:20 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 26, 2012, 04:28:40 PM
Chris Volstad...Don't let the door hit you on the way out.

It's not like he can stop anything else from hitting him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 26, 2012, 07:07:36 PM
HEY-O!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 27, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

Really?  THANK FUCK FOR THAT.  That cunt can fuck right off.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 10:57:08 AM
The 40 player roster now has 33 players.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 27, 2012, 11:41:45 AM
Quote from: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 10:57:08 AM
The 40 player roster now has 33 players.

In theory.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 12:13:05 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2012, 11:41:45 AM
Quote from: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 10:57:08 AM
The 40 player roster now has 33 players.

In theory.

They are players only in theory?  Perhaps they are chess players.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 27, 2012, 01:40:49 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 12:13:05 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2012, 11:41:45 AM
Quote from: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 10:57:08 AM
The 40 player roster now has 33 players.

In theory.

They are players only in theory?  Perhaps they are chess players.

Pretty sure the Cubs organization has been largely theoretical for most of the past 6-7 decades.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 27, 2012, 05:45:20 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on October 27, 2012, 11:41:45 AM
Quote from: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 10:57:08 AM
The 40 player roster now has 33 players.

In theory.

In the abstract, filling that up would be a +7, instantly making the Cubs 2013 World Series favorites.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 27, 2012, 06:32:04 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 27, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

Really?  THANK FUCK FOR THAT.  That cunt can fuck right off.

I like to think that when this team's no longer shitty that I'll look back on the period in time when Joe Mather was starting in centerfield and/or leading off and I'll be able to confidently point to these days as the absolute nadir of my experience as a Cubs fan
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on October 27, 2012, 06:40:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 27, 2012, 06:32:04 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 27, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

Really?  THANK FUCK FOR THAT.  That cunt can fuck right off.

I like to think that when this team's no longer shitty that I'll look back on the period in time when Joe Mather was starting in centerfield and/or leading off and I'll be able to confidently point to these days as the absolute nadir of my experience as a Cubs fan

I still rate 2006 and 1997 as worse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 27, 2012, 06:50:46 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on October 27, 2012, 06:40:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 27, 2012, 06:32:04 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 27, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

Really?  THANK FUCK FOR THAT.  That cunt can fuck right off.

I like to think that when this team's no longer shitty that I'll look back on the period in time when Joe Mather was starting in centerfield and/or leading off and I'll be able to confidently point to these days as the absolute nadir of my experience as a Cubs fan

I still rate 2006 and 1997 as worse.

Yeah maybe I should modify that to the statistical nadir (100+ losses etc).  I had zero expectations for this team so it really wasn't that painful, compared to not only 2006 and 1997 but also 2002, 1994, 1986, and 1981.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 27, 2012, 08:31:57 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 27, 2012, 06:50:46 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on October 27, 2012, 06:40:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 27, 2012, 06:32:04 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 27, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

Really?  THANK FUCK FOR THAT.  That cunt can fuck right off.

I like to think that when this team's no longer shitty that I'll look back on the period in time when Joe Mather was starting in centerfield and/or leading off and I'll be able to confidently point to these days as the absolute nadir of my experience as a Cubs fan

I still rate 2006 and 1997 as worse.

Yeah maybe I should modify that to the statistical nadir (100+ losses etc).  I had zero expectations for this team so it really wasn't that painful, compared to not only 2006 and 1997 but also 2002, 1994, 1986, and 1981.


If it ever gets worse than 2006 I'll die probably.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on October 27, 2012, 10:34:03 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on October 27, 2012, 06:40:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 27, 2012, 06:32:04 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 27, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

Really?  THANK FUCK FOR THAT.  That cunt can fuck right off.

I like to think that when this team's no longer shitty that I'll look back on the period in time when Joe Mather was starting in centerfield and/or leading off and I'll be able to confidently point to these days as the absolute nadir of my experience as a Cubs fan

I still rate 2006 and 1997 as worse.

Bingo. Those teams were far shittier than expected.  The 2012 team was far less shitty than either and had actual bright sides.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 27, 2012, 11:20:47 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 27, 2012, 10:34:03 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on October 27, 2012, 06:40:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 27, 2012, 06:32:04 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 27, 2012, 07:02:51 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

Really?  THANK FUCK FOR THAT.  That cunt can fuck right off.

I like to think that when this team's no longer shitty that I'll look back on the period in time when Joe Mather was starting in centerfield and/or leading off and I'll be able to confidently point to these days as the absolute nadir of my experience as a Cubs fan

I still rate 2006 and 1997 as worse.

Bingo. Those teams were far shittier than expected.  The 2012 team was far less shitty than either and had actual bright sides.

Disclaimer: This post is completely satirical.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on October 28, 2012, 10:34:41 AM
2002 is about as ball-punchy as I'll ever allow them to get again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 07:16:59 PM
Carlos Marmol, as a part of the Dan Harem trade that's all a twitter
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on November 02, 2012, 10:17:05 PM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 07:16:59 PM
Carlos Marmol, as a part of the Dan Harem trade that's all a twitter

No, Chuck (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/8584934/reports-proposed-dan-haren-carlos-marmol-deal-called-off).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:03:17 PM
Quote from: Shooter on November 02, 2012, 10:17:05 PM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 07:16:59 PM
Carlos Marmol, as a part of the Dan Harem trade that's all a twitter

No, Chuck (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/8584934/reports-proposed-dan-haren-carlos-marmol-deal-called-off).

The approved phrase is "NOT GONE YET"
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July. Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 03, 2012, 12:51:36 AM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July.

Except the exact opposite?

Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.

Sober up, fatty.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 03, 2012, 12:52:58 AM
Also: DAMN YOU, JERRY DIPPIN' DOTS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenPho on November 03, 2012, 08:35:57 AM
AIN'T GONE YET
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on November 03, 2012, 08:57:41 AM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July. Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.

Then you should probably find something else to do with your life for the next 10 years.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on November 03, 2012, 09:13:36 AM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July. Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.

So, you're mad that they failed to trade a 31 year old closer in the last year of his deal straight up for a 32 year old starter in the last year of his deal?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on November 03, 2012, 09:17:32 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on November 03, 2012, 09:13:36 AM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July. Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.

So, you're mad that they failed to trade a 31 year old closer in the last year of his deal straight up for a 32 year old starter in the last year of his deal?

Aaaaannnndd you guys got Fro'lld.

http://firejerryangelo.org/2012/11/01/open-thread-120/#comment-10710
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on November 03, 2012, 09:58:59 AM
Quote from: CT III on November 03, 2012, 09:17:32 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on November 03, 2012, 09:13:36 AM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July. Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.

So, you're mad that they failed to trade a 31 year old closer in the last year of his deal straight up for a 32 year old starter in the last year of his deal?

Aaaaannnndd you guys got Fro'lld.

http://firejerryangelo.org/2012/11/01/open-thread-120/#comment-10710

Heh.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 03, 2012, 10:20:18 AM
Quote from: CT III on November 03, 2012, 09:17:32 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on November 03, 2012, 09:13:36 AM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July. Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.

So, you're mad that they failed to trade a 31 year old closer in the last year of his deal straight up for a 32 year old starter in the last year of his deal?

Aaaaannnndd you guys got Fro'lld.

http://firejerryangelo.org/2012/11/01/open-thread-120/#comment-10710

I knew it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on November 03, 2012, 05:21:48 PM
Quote from: CT III on November 03, 2012, 09:17:32 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on November 03, 2012, 09:13:36 AM
Quote from: Yeti on November 02, 2012, 11:38:06 PM
It looks like Epstein/Hoyer pulled this shit again just like the failed Dempster trade to Atlanta back in July. Unless Haren is hurt, I am already losing my patience with this new regime.

So, you're mad that they failed to trade a 31 year old closer in the last year of his deal straight up for a 32 year old starter in the last year of his deal?

Aaaaannnndd you guys got Fro'lld.

http://firejerryangelo.org/2012/11/01/open-thread-120/#comment-10710

DAMN IT. You're good Yeti. Damn good.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on November 04, 2012, 11:11:56 AM
That was fun
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on November 04, 2012, 09:25:34 PM
No it wasn't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 05, 2012, 03:49:18 AM
Quote from: Eli on November 04, 2012, 09:25:34 PM
No it wasn't.

(http://i46.tinypic.com/9amf6c.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on November 05, 2012, 07:59:47 AM
Didn't marmol leak the trade? Why wouldn't the Cubs just sign Haren, keep Marmol, hope both do well and trade two players instead of just one?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on November 05, 2012, 08:14:23 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 07:59:47 AM
Didn't marmol leak the trade? Why wouldn't the Cubs just sign Haren, keep Marmol, hope both do well and trade two players instead of just one?

Right.  The fact that LAA subsequently declined Haren's option meant that the Cubs were the only team interested, so why the fuck were they trying to trade at all?  There are only two explanations: either the Cubs thought somebody else was in for Haren (which I don't buy); or they were absolutely fucking gagging to get rid of Marmol and his contract (which I do).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on November 05, 2012, 08:54:38 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 05, 2012, 08:14:23 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 07:59:47 AM
Didn't marmol leak the trade? Why wouldn't the Cubs just sign Haren, keep Marmol, hope both do well and trade two players instead of just one?

Right.  The fact that LAA subsequently declined Haren's option meant that the Cubs were the only team interested, so why the fuck were they trying to trade at all?  There are only two explanations: either the Cubs thought somebody else was in for Haren (which I don't buy); or they were absolutely fucking gagging to get rid of Marmol and his contract (which I do).

The third angle is that the Cubs need starters just to get through 2013 more than they need closers.  I mean, there's 162 games to play and just who will start them?  If the money were equal, and both had expiring contracts in 2013, maybe you take the starter and just slog through the year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on November 14, 2012, 10:09:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).

Have I mentioned this week that I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns?

I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on November 14, 2012, 10:26:21 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 14, 2012, 10:09:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).

Have I mentioned this week that I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns?

I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns?

But with this wacky stunt, Dempster is sure to win us back!

Seriously though, should we take bets?  Is he just going to do the terrible Harry Caray impression, or will he go for the full on Ferris Bueller "Donke Schoen" re-enactment?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on November 14, 2012, 10:27:33 AM
Quote from: CT III on November 14, 2012, 10:26:21 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 14, 2012, 10:09:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).

Have I mentioned this week that I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns?

I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns?

But with this wacky stunt, Dempster is sure to win us back!

Seriously though, should we take bets?  Is he just going to do the terrible Harry Caray impression, or will he go for the full on Ferris Bueller "Donke Schoen" re-enactment?

Also is that bartender dickhead going to be there? The guy who inexplicably is allowed to voice his opinion on television?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on November 14, 2012, 10:28:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).

I agree, it's going to be maginficent.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on November 14, 2012, 12:27:31 PM
Quote from: morpheus on November 14, 2012, 10:28:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).

I agree, it's going to be maginficent.

Splel check is a drag to use.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 14, 2012, 02:53:02 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 14, 2012, 10:09:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).

Have I mentioned this week that I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns?

I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns.

I work with a guy who used to be a manager at Harry Caray's and he's confirmed my suspicion that Grant DePorter is a ginormous douche cannon.  He could not, however, confirm my suspicion that he's boning Old Widow Dutchie Caray.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on November 14, 2012, 03:20:01 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 14, 2012, 02:53:02 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 14, 2012, 10:09:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on November 14, 2012, 09:48:47 AM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2012, 10:08:44 AM
Quote from: BH on November 05, 2012, 09:03:25 AM
I still hope Theo sweet talks dempster into signing a long term cheap deal to play for his favorite Kubbeez, with the notion that he'll be in the booth with Len when he retires, where he can do unlimited impersonations.  That the cubs tell him all negativity towards him was forgotten, throw him a big parade through the streets of chicago. And at the end of the parade sits the GM of Baltimore, who then informs Dempster that he's been traded. Hopefully for Brian Roberts.

I hate that I laughed at this.

The Magnificent Mile just got more maginficent (http://dempsterfamilyfoundation.org/2012/11/look-for-ryan-dempster-in-the-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-on-november-17th/).

Have I mentioned this week that I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns?

I hate Grant DePorter with the force of 1,000 suns.

I work with a guy who used to be a manager at Harry Caray's and he's confirmed my suspicion that Grant DePorter is a ginormous douche cannon.  He could not, however, confirm my suspicion that he's boning Old Widow Dutchie Caray.

C'mon guy, either confirm suspicions or don't confirm suspicions - PICK A LANE!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 21, 2012, 08:46:35 AM
Bryan LaHair. (http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20121120/sports/711209705/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on November 21, 2012, 09:21:14 AM
My Wii U.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 21, 2012, 11:20:03 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 21, 2012, 08:46:35 AM
Bryan LaHair. (http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20121120/sports/711209705/)

Japan must be thrilled about getting a real-live MLB All-Star.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on November 23, 2012, 11:24:11 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 21, 2012, 11:20:03 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 21, 2012, 08:46:35 AM
Bryan LaHair. (http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20121120/sports/711209705/)

Japan must be thrilled about getting a real-live MLB All-Star.

Hey, they already had Matt Murton.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on November 23, 2012, 11:51:53 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on November 23, 2012, 11:24:11 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 21, 2012, 11:20:03 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on November 21, 2012, 08:46:35 AM
Bryan LaHair. (http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20121120/sports/711209705/)

Japan must be thrilled about getting a real-live MLB All-Star.

Hey, they already had Matt Murton.

Uh... Murton was never selected to an MLB All Star team.

Neither, for that matter, were Tuffy Rhodes, Micah! or BOBBY SCALES.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on November 28, 2012, 03:02:58 PM
Casey Coleman.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on November 28, 2012, 05:16:10 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on November 28, 2012, 03:02:58 PM
Casey Coleman.

I don't care what you think of Scot Feldman.  Dumping Casey Coleman to make room on the roster for a pair of boxer shorts would be an upgrade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on November 28, 2012, 05:24:48 PM
Quote from: CBStew on November 28, 2012, 05:16:10 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on November 28, 2012, 03:02:58 PM
Casey Coleman.

I don't care what you think of Scot Feldman.  Dumping Casey Coleman to make room on the roster for a pair of boxer shorts would be an upgrade.

I don't think anyone here thinks of Scot Feldman. And you're right.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 28, 2012, 05:53:25 PM
The Cubs organization should issue a formal apology for placing Casey Coleman on a Major League roster.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on November 28, 2012, 06:43:53 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 28, 2012, 05:53:25 PM
The Cubs organization should issue a formal apology for placing Casey Coleman on a Major League roster.

Just that? What about all the other things they've done?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on November 28, 2012, 07:11:34 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on November 28, 2012, 06:43:53 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 28, 2012, 05:53:25 PM
The Cubs organization should issue a formal apology for placing Casey Coleman on a Major League roster.

Just that? What about all the other things they've done?

Frankly, there isn't enough time for that unless it's a blanket apology.

"We're basically sorry for...everything. We'll just go now." - The Chicago Cubs
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BC on December 01, 2012, 01:51:20 PM
Crap. Coleman cleared waivers and has been assigned to Triple-A Iowa. I was hoping he would never ever play for the Cubs organization again.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 01, 2012, 02:49:31 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on November 28, 2012, 06:43:53 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on November 28, 2012, 05:53:25 PM
The Cubs organization should issue a formal apology for placing Casey Coleman on a Major League roster.

Just that? What about all the other things they've done?

Gotta start somewhere.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 01, 2012, 04:05:19 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



MODS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 01, 2012, 04:35:44 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 01, 2012, 04:05:19 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



MODS!

*punches stacks of meatballs*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 04:40:40 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



Yeah, Mods, and I know this bloke's been pitching in Japan and everything but HOLY FUCKING SHIT WILL YOU LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS?  Christ on a bike.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 01, 2012, 05:21:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 04:40:40 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



Yeah, Mods, and I know this bloke's been pitching in Japan and everything but HOLY FUCKING SHIT WILL YOU LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS?  Christ on a bike.

Most of those K's were Murton.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 02, 2012, 05:08:53 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 01, 2012, 05:21:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 04:40:40 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



Yeah, Mods, and I know this bloke's been pitching in Japan and everything but HOLY FUCKING SHIT WILL YOU LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS?  Christ on a bike.

Most of those K's were Murton.

Like roughly all of them.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 02, 2012, 05:08:53 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 01, 2012, 05:21:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 04:40:40 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



Yeah, Mods, and I know this bloke's been pitching in Japan and everything but HOLY FUCKING SHIT WILL YOU LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS?  Christ on a bike.

Most of those K's were Murton.

Like roughly all of them.

Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 02, 2012, 09:05:59 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 02, 2012, 05:08:53 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 01, 2012, 05:21:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 04:40:40 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



Yeah, Mods, and I know this bloke's been pitching in Japan and everything but HOLY FUCKING SHIT WILL YOU LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS?  Christ on a bike.

Most of those K's were Murton.

Like roughly all of them.

Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?

Because someday they hope to win more than 60 games.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 02, 2012, 09:06:15 PM
Allegedly.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 03, 2012, 07:51:27 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?

This is part of EpHoyStink's strategy of having an all-closer pitching staff, which will hopefully lead to 162 no-hitters this season.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 03, 2012, 09:12:34 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 02, 2012, 05:08:53 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 01, 2012, 05:21:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 04:40:40 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



Yeah, Mods, and I know this bloke's been pitching in Japan and everything but HOLY FUCKING SHIT WILL YOU LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS?  Christ on a bike.

Most of those K's were Murton.

Like roughly all of them.

Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?

I tend to look at it as a very good deal for a very good pitcher. If/when the season goes belly up he's extremely tradeable.

The Cubs have money to spend and when you're talking about short deals like this I don't see how there's a down side.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 03, 2012, 09:18:07 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 03, 2012, 09:12:34 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 02, 2012, 05:08:53 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 01, 2012, 05:21:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 04:40:40 PM
Quote from: BC on December 01, 2012, 03:59:06 PM
And the Cubs have signed Japanese closer Kyuji Fujikawa. The deal will be for two years with an option for a third season. Fujikawa will be in a battle with Carlos Marmol for the Cubs' closing job if the team can't trade Marmol. Fujikawa had 202 saves in Japan during the last 6 years. 1.36 ERA, 0.86 WHIP, 12.4 K/9, and 2.3 BB/9 in 369 2/3 innings.



Yeah, Mods, and I know this bloke's been pitching in Japan and everything but HOLY FUCKING SHIT WILL YOU LOOK AT THOSE NUMBERS?  Christ on a bike.

Most of those K's were Murton.

Like roughly all of them.

Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?

I tend to look at it as a very good deal for a very good pitcher. If/when the season goes belly up he's extremely tradeable.

The Cubs have money to spend and when you're talking about short deals like this I don't see how there's a down side.

Me neither. At some point the Cubs have to sign/promote decent players into all the positions. And this one doesn't break the bank or obligate the Cubs for very long.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 03, 2012, 09:24:43 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?

A) They'll be down to 1 before the year is out.
B) The cost for the new guy for two years is about the cost of the existing guy for one year.
C) They aren't planning to stay at 60 wins in 2014. They are shooting for 81+ that year. And they'll need a closer for that. And they don't have a closer in the minors who will be ready in 2014.

Actually, the they don't have a closer in the minors who will ever be ready.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 03, 2012, 09:27:32 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 03, 2012, 09:24:43 AM
B) The cost for the new guy for two years is about the cost of the existing guy for one year.

But is it back-loaded?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 03, 2012, 09:28:46 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 03, 2012, 09:24:43 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?

A) They'll be down to 1 before the year is out.
B) The cost for the new guy for two years is about the cost of the existing guy for one year.
C) They aren't planning to stay at 60 wins in 2014. They are shooting for 81+ that year. And they'll need a closer for that. And they don't have a closer in the minors who will be ready in 2014.

Actually, the they don't have a closer in the minors who will ever be ready.

D) They'll actually be not god-awful. Mediocre, sure, but not unwatchable.l
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 03, 2012, 09:30:52 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 03, 2012, 09:24:43 AM
C) They aren't planning to stay at 60 wins in 2014. They are shooting for 81+ that year.

SOURCE?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on December 03, 2012, 09:42:05 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 03, 2012, 09:30:52 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 03, 2012, 09:24:43 AM
C) They aren't planning to stay at 60 wins in 2014. They are shooting for 81+ that year.

SOURCE?

Chuck's ass.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 03, 2012, 09:47:17 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 03, 2012, 09:24:43 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 02, 2012, 06:51:26 PM
Would someone please tell me why a 60 something win team needs one multi-million dollar closer, let alone two?

A) They'll be down to 1 before the year is out.
B) The cost for the new guy for two years is about the cost of the existing guy for one year.
C) They aren't planning to stay at 60 wins in 2014. They are shooting for 81+ that year. And they'll need a closer for that. And they don't have a closer in the minors who will be ready in 2014.

Actually, the they don't have a closer in the minors who will ever be ready.

The whole the they?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 03, 2012, 09:47:55 AM
I'm just glad that we've already settled on this guy as the closer for the future, sight-unseen. Because the team needs a Japanese player in the closer spot so my girlfriend will get all excited when the Cubs have the lead and be really happy when he closes out games - just like me! It'll be good for our relationship, I think. Because Japanese chicks like Japanese ballplayers almost as much as they like white dudes. It's science.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 03, 2012, 10:06:04 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 03, 2012, 09:47:55 AM
I'm just glad that we've already settled on this guy as the closer for the future, sight-unseen. Because the team needs a Japanese player in the closer spot so my girlfriend will get all excited when the Cubs have the lead and be really happy when he closes out games - just like me! It'll be good for our relationship, I think. Because Japanese chicks like Japanese ballplayers almost as much as they like white dudes. It's science.

Plus, I can finally start moving these "Horry Cow" shirts again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 03, 2012, 10:12:43 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 03, 2012, 09:47:55 AM
I'm just glad that we've already settled on this guy as the closer for the future, sight-unseen. Because the team needs a Japanese player in the closer spot so my girlfriend will get all excited when the Cubs have the lead and be really happy when he closes out games - just like me! It'll be good for our relationship, I think. Because Japanese chicks like Japanese ballplayers almost as much as they like white dudes. It's science.

This is bad news.  Japanese TV only shows those American games of American teams that have Japanese players.  So my two year old grandson has yet to see a Cubs' game.  Now when we Skype there is likely to be a Cub game showing on their TV.  He may become a Cub fan.  That is a heavy burden for me to bear.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 03, 2012, 10:24:58 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 03, 2012, 10:06:04 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 03, 2012, 09:47:55 AM
I'm just glad that we've already settled on this guy as the closer for the future, sight-unseen. Because the team needs a Japanese player in the closer spot so my girlfriend will get all excited when the Cubs have the lead and be really happy when he closes out games - just like me! It'll be good for our relationship, I think. Because Japanese chicks like Japanese ballplayers almost as much as they like white dudes. It's science.

Plus, I can finally start moving these "Horry Cow" shirts again.

My Fukudome jersey is also going back on craigslist.  Let's hope this Fujikawa guy gets #1.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2012, 01:40:48 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 03, 2012, 09:47:55 AM
I'm just glad that we've already settled on this guy as the closer for the future, sight-unseen. Because the team needs a Japanese player in the closer spot so my girlfriend will get all excited when the Cubs have the lead and be really happy when he closes out games - just like me! It'll be good for our relationship, I think. Because Japanese chicks like Japanese ballplayers almost as much as they like white dudes. It's science.

We get it, you have a Japanese girlfriend.













Nice.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 04, 2012, 12:32:25 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.

He'll get four from the Yankees after Jim Hendry convinces Brian Cashman it's the smart move.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:12:48 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 04, 2012, 12:32:25 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.

He'll get four from the Yankees after Jim Hendry convinces Brian Cashman it's the smart move.

If Dempster pitches like Rangers Dempster I'm all for it. But he's going to have a hot stretch wherever he pitches next year. Let's not pretend the guy is Jason Germano.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 04, 2012, 01:13:12 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

Intrepid Reader: BC

Something something Cub Killer something something too many times, etc. etc.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 04, 2012, 01:20:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:12:48 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 04, 2012, 12:32:25 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.

He'll get four from the Yankees after Jim Hendry convinces Brian Cashman it's the smart move.

If Dempster pitches like Rangers Dempster I'm all for it. But he's going to have a hot stretch wherever he pitches next year. Let's not pretend the guy is Jason Germano.

I wouldn't advise that. You would be crazy to let Dempster work on your Volvo, but Jason Germano might be your guy. (http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-germano/27/94b/6b5)

Now as far as Justin Germano (http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/germaju01.shtml), he has a bit more in common with Dempster, but the Canadian is better at most things pitching related. I'm pretty sure Germano does a better Harry Caray though.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 04, 2012, 01:21:48 PM
Jason GarbanzoBeanz
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 04, 2012, 01:23:59 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 04, 2012, 01:21:48 PM
Jason GarbanzoBeanz

It's like you're not even trying anymore.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:30:56 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 04, 2012, 01:20:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:12:48 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 04, 2012, 12:32:25 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.

He'll get four from the Yankees after Jim Hendry convinces Brian Cashman it's the smart move.

If Dempster pitches like Rangers Dempster I'm all for it. But he's going to have a hot stretch wherever he pitches next year. Let's not pretend the guy is Jason Germano.

I wouldn't advise that. You would be crazy to let Dempster work on your Volvo, but Jason Germano might be your guy. (http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-germano/27/94b/6b5)

Now as far as Justin Germano (http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/germaju01.shtml), he has a bit more in common with Dempster, but the Canadian is better at most things pitching related. I'm pretty sure Germano does a better Harry Caray though.

Now I feel bad. Sorry Jamon Germany.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 03:18:30 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:30:56 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 04, 2012, 01:20:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:12:48 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 04, 2012, 12:32:25 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.

He'll get four from the Yankees after Jim Hendry convinces Brian Cashman it's the smart move.

If Dempster pitches like Rangers Dempster I'm all for it. But he's going to have a hot stretch wherever he pitches next year. Let's not pretend the guy is Jason Germano.

I wouldn't advise that. You would be crazy to let Dempster work on your Volvo, but Jason Germano might be your guy. (http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-germano/27/94b/6b5)

Now as far as Justin Germano (http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/germaju01.shtml), he has a bit more in common with Dempster, but the Canadian is better at most things pitching related. I'm pretty sure Germano does a better Harry Caray though.

Now I feel bad. Sorry Jamon Germany.

He started 12 games for the Cubs last year and I haven't a fucking clue who he is.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 05, 2012, 05:28:15 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 03:18:30 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:30:56 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 04, 2012, 01:20:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:12:48 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 04, 2012, 12:32:25 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.

He'll get four from the Yankees after Jim Hendry convinces Brian Cashman it's the smart move.

If Dempster pitches like Rangers Dempster I'm all for it. But he's going to have a hot stretch wherever he pitches next year. Let's not pretend the guy is Jason Germano.

I wouldn't advise that. You would be crazy to let Dempster work on your Volvo, but Jason Germano might be your guy. (http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-germano/27/94b/6b5)

Now as far as Justin Germano (http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/germaju01.shtml), he has a bit more in common with Dempster, but the Canadian is better at most things pitching related. I'm pretty sure Germano does a better Harry Caray though.

Now I feel bad. Sorry Jamon Germany.

He started 12 games for the Cubs last year and I haven't a fucking clue who he is.

Not only do I know who he is, but I was actually present in person for one of his two wins last year.  Seriously, what are the chances?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on December 05, 2012, 06:00:48 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 05, 2012, 05:28:15 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 03:18:30 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:30:56 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 04, 2012, 01:20:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 04, 2012, 01:12:48 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 04, 2012, 12:32:25 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on December 04, 2012, 11:20:14 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 04, 2012, 09:40:29 AM
From Sullivan's Winter Meeting Notes package today:

Quote
Extra innings: The Brewers are willing to sign ex-Cub Ryan Dempster for two years, but he is holding out for three.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-spt-1204-baseball-bits--20121204,0,5038130.story

That would be so awesome.

I hope they give him four just to make sure they've got him locked down.

He'll get four from the Yankees after Jim Hendry convinces Brian Cashman it's the smart move.

If Dempster pitches like Rangers Dempster I'm all for it. But he's going to have a hot stretch wherever he pitches next year. Let's not pretend the guy is Jason Germano.

I wouldn't advise that. You would be crazy to let Dempster work on your Volvo, but Jason Germano might be your guy. (http://www.linkedin.com/pub/jason-germano/27/94b/6b5)

Now as far as Justin Germano (http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/g/germaju01.shtml), he has a bit more in common with Dempster, but the Canadian is better at most things pitching related. I'm pretty sure Germano does a better Harry Caray though.

Now I feel bad. Sorry Jamon Germany.

He started 12 games for the Cubs last year and I haven't a fucking clue who he is.

Not only do I know who he is, but I was actually present in person for one of his two wins last year.  Seriously, what are the chances?

1 in 12?  1 in 2? 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 06, 2012, 08:23:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.

To be honest I was surprised it was me. My money would also have been on Thrill.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 06, 2012, 09:06:49 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 08:23:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.

To be honest I was surprised it was me. My money would also have been on Thrill.

What are the chances that it was Bort?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 06, 2012, 09:08:28 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 06, 2012, 09:06:49 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 08:23:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.

To be honest I was surprised it was me. My money would also have been on Thrill.

What are the chances that it was Bort?

1 in 1?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 06, 2012, 09:13:41 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 09:08:28 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 06, 2012, 09:06:49 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 08:23:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.

To be honest I was surprised it was me. My money would also have been on Thrill.

What are the chances that it was Bort?

1 in 1?

I think that's right.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 06, 2012, 09:15:35 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 09:08:28 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 06, 2012, 09:06:49 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 08:23:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.

To be honest I was surprised it was me. My money would also have been on Thrill.

What are the chances that it was Bort?

1 in 1?

2 in 1. My son is also named Bort.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 06, 2012, 09:16:14 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 08:23:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.

To be honest I was surprised it was me. My money would also have been on Thrill.

You sir, are the worst gambler in history.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 06, 2012, 12:38:31 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 06, 2012, 09:15:35 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 09:08:28 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 06, 2012, 09:06:49 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 06, 2012, 08:23:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2012, 07:12:28 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 05, 2012, 07:50:17 AM
1 in 81?

As I clicked "post" on my comment, I wondered which fucking pedant would point out that the chances were 1 in 81.  So, that's answered.

For what it's worth, my money was on Thrill.

To be honest I was surprised it was me. My money would also have been on Thrill.

What are the chances that it was Bort?

1 in 1?

2 in 1. My son is also named Bort.

Touché.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 17, 2012, 05:35:33 PM
Milt Rosenberg.  Happy Wheeze?

https://twitter.com/RobertFeder/status/280816279709941760
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 17, 2012, 09:10:33 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 17, 2012, 05:35:33 PM
Milt Rosenberg.  Happy Wheeze?

https://twitter.com/RobertFeder/status/280816279709941760

Not so fast my frent. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-wgn-tweaks-lineup-as-milt-rosenberg-retires-20121217,0,4131752.story)

Quote
"Milt has added another rich chapter to WGN Radio's history, and we thank him for his service," Jeff Hill, WGN's interim general manager, said in a statement. "Though Milt will not be a full-time program host, he will continue to be a show contributor and have a presence at the station."

He's 87.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 19, 2012, 03:28:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.

Me and my big fucking mouth. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14367/cubs-make-stewart-signing-official)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on December 19, 2012, 06:16:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 19, 2012, 03:28:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.

Me and my big fucking mouth. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14367/cubs-make-stewart-signing-official)

I have to admit, I have nothing against Stewart.  He was pretty good as a 24 year old in the majors and then he hurt his wrist.  He's entering his age 28 season and may be healthy.  It's worth a one year contract to find out and it's not like his production, or lack thereof, is going to be a pennant difference maker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 19, 2012, 08:02:50 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 19, 2012, 06:16:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 19, 2012, 03:28:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.

Me and my big fucking mouth. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14367/cubs-make-stewart-signing-official)

I have to admit, I have nothing against Stewart.  He was pretty good as a 24 year old in the majors and then he hurt his wrist.  He's entering his age 28 season and may be healthy.  It's worth a one year contract to find out and it's not like his production, or lack thereof, is going to be a pennant difference maker.

Especially since 3rd basemen are so hard to find now that people are paying stupid money for mediocre players.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 19, 2012, 08:32:37 AM
Quote from: BH on December 19, 2012, 08:02:50 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 19, 2012, 06:16:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 19, 2012, 03:28:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.

Me and my big fucking mouth. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14367/cubs-make-stewart-signing-official)

I have to admit, I have nothing against Stewart.  He was pretty good as a 24 year old in the majors and then he hurt his wrist.  He's entering his age 28 season and may be healthy.  It's worth a one year contract to find out and it's not like his production, or lack thereof, is going to be a pennant difference maker.

Especially since 3rd basemen are so hard to find now that people are paying stupid money for mediocre players.

At least while the Cubs suck, they're doing it cheaply and on short contracts. Besides, the two best prospects to be the Next Third Baseman are Baez and Villanueva, who are each at least 2.5 years away.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on December 19, 2012, 08:43:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 08:32:37 AM
Quote from: BH on December 19, 2012, 08:02:50 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 19, 2012, 06:16:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 19, 2012, 03:28:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.

Me and my big fucking mouth. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14367/cubs-make-stewart-signing-official)

I have to admit, I have nothing against Stewart.  He was pretty good as a 24 year old in the majors and then he hurt his wrist.  He's entering his age 28 season and may be healthy.  It's worth a one year contract to find out and it's not like his production, or lack thereof, is going to be a pennant difference maker.

Especially since 3rd basemen are so hard to find now that people are paying stupid money for mediocre players.

At least while the Cubs suck, they're doing it cheaply and on short contracts. Besides, the two best prospects to be the Next Third Baseman are Baez and Villanueva, who are each at least 2.5 years away.

Based on?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 19, 2012, 08:45:20 AM
Quote from: Yeti on December 19, 2012, 08:43:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 08:32:37 AM
Quote from: BH on December 19, 2012, 08:02:50 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 19, 2012, 06:16:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 19, 2012, 03:28:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.

Me and my big fucking mouth. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14367/cubs-make-stewart-signing-official)

I have to admit, I have nothing against Stewart.  He was pretty good as a 24 year old in the majors and then he hurt his wrist.  He's entering his age 28 season and may be healthy.  It's worth a one year contract to find out and it's not like his production, or lack thereof, is going to be a pennant difference maker.

Especially since 3rd basemen are so hard to find now that people are paying stupid money for mediocre players.

At least while the Cubs suck, they're doing it cheaply and on short contracts. Besides, the two best prospects to be the Next Third Baseman are Baez and Villanueva, who are each at least 2.5 years away.

Based on?

The molested.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 19, 2012, 08:50:56 AM
Quote from: Yeti on December 19, 2012, 08:43:58 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 08:32:37 AM
Quote from: BH on December 19, 2012, 08:02:50 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 19, 2012, 06:16:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 19, 2012, 03:28:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 01, 2012, 07:18:19 AM
Ian Stewart (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14221/cubs-non-tender-ian-stewart) - hopefully permanently.  I know he's only twenty-seven, and I wouldn't rule out him being a productive major-leaguer before all's said and done.  I just don't want him on the Cubs' payroll while we all find out.

Me and my big fucking mouth. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/14367/cubs-make-stewart-signing-official)

I have to admit, I have nothing against Stewart.  He was pretty good as a 24 year old in the majors and then he hurt his wrist.  He's entering his age 28 season and may be healthy.  It's worth a one year contract to find out and it's not like his production, or lack thereof, is going to be a pennant difference maker.

Especially since 3rd basemen are so hard to find now that people are paying stupid money for mediocre players.

At least while the Cubs suck, they're doing it cheaply and on short contracts. Besides, the two best prospects to be the Next Third Baseman are Baez and Villanueva, who are each at least 2.5 years away.

Based on?

The fact that they'll probably both start the year in Daytona, and will move up to AA during the season if they get hot. Baez will be playing SS, even though he projects more as a 3B. But there's not going to be anybody blocking their way if either of them develops faster.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 19, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 08:50:56 AM
The fact that they'll probably both start the year in Daytona, and will move up to AA during the season if they get hot. Baez will be playing SS, even though he projects more as a 3B. But there's not going to be anybody blocking their way if either of them develops faster.

Only based on Castro's presence. His defense is more than fine at SS.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 19, 2012, 11:20:39 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 08:50:56 AM
The fact that they'll probably both start the year in Daytona, and will move up to AA during the season if they get hot. Baez will be playing SS, even though he projects more as a 3B. But there's not going to be anybody blocking their way if either of them develops faster.

Only based on Castro's presence. His defense is more than fine at SS.

If Castro could turn the pivot, we could trade GOLD GLOVE WINNER DARWIN BARNEY once Baez is ready, since Castro's merely fine at SS.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 19, 2012, 11:52:21 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 11:20:39 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 08:50:56 AM
The fact that they'll probably both start the year in Daytona, and will move up to AA during the season if they get hot. Baez will be playing SS, even though he projects more as a 3B. But there's not going to be anybody blocking their way if either of them develops faster.

Only based on Castro's presence. His defense is more than fine at SS.

If Castro could turn the pivot, we could trade GOLD GLOVE WINNER DARWIN BARNEY once Baez is ready, since Castro's merely fine at SS.

Right. I think there's more than enough talent-bereft positions where these upcoming guys could potentially slot in. If they're going to trade Barney, they should probably do it this winter while his value is at a peak (both coming off a Gold Glove season and while he's cheap).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 19, 2012, 11:59:41 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2012, 11:52:21 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 11:20:39 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2012, 09:46:20 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2012, 08:50:56 AM
The fact that they'll probably both start the year in Daytona, and will move up to AA during the season if they get hot. Baez will be playing SS, even though he projects more as a 3B. But there's not going to be anybody blocking their way if either of them develops faster.

Only based on Castro's presence. His defense is more than fine at SS.

If Castro could turn the pivot, we could trade GOLD GLOVE WINNER DARWIN BARNEY once Baez is ready, since Castro's merely fine at SS.

Right. I think there's more than enough talent-bereft positions where these upcoming guys could potentially slot in. If they're going to trade Barney, they should probably do it this winter while his value is at a peak (both coming off a Gold Glove season and while he's cheap).

Just like if Vitters follows his pattern (stink it up for a year at each level before he figures it out), the Cubs can Ryan Braun his ass out to LF.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 31, 2012, 09:58:57 AM
Lovie Smith.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on January 03, 2013, 09:48:58 AM
Joe Walsh. May he and Rod Blagojevich share an SRO some day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 06, 2013, 03:00:07 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

There goes the Golden Age of the Phillies (http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/phillies_zone/Roster-Primer-The-Invitees.html).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 06, 2013, 06:05:43 PM
Quote from: Fork on February 06, 2013, 03:00:07 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 26, 2012, 08:09:59 PM
Joe Mather (pops champagne)

There goes the Golden Age of the Phillies (http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/phillies_zone/Roster-Primer-The-Invitees.html).

If it wasn't true, I'd be offended.
"OF Joe Mather (30) — The sad-sack Cubs gave Mather 243 plate appearances last season. He played six positions and even pitched."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 10, 2013, 01:45:21 PM
Meatball General is about to be overrun with aneurism patients: Tony Campana has been DFA'd (https://twitter.com/PWSullivan/status/300682429679681536).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on February 10, 2013, 02:35:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 10, 2013, 01:45:21 PM
Meatball General is about to be overrun with aneurism patients: Tony Campana has been DFA'd (https://twitter.com/PWSullivan/status/300682429679681536).

Unless he clears waivers of course.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 10, 2013, 03:14:48 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 10, 2013, 02:35:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 10, 2013, 01:45:21 PM
Meatball General is about to be overrun with aneurism patients: Tony Campana has been DFA'd (https://twitter.com/PWSullivan/status/300682429679681536).

Unless he clears waivers of course.

There's no way anybody with that much GRIT and SPEED, who knows how to play the game and who does the little things, and wears high socks and a hat that's much too big for him, gets through waivers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 10, 2013, 06:24:15 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 10, 2013, 03:14:48 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 10, 2013, 02:35:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 10, 2013, 01:45:21 PM
Meatball General is about to be overrun with aneurism patients: Tony Campana has been DFA'd (https://twitter.com/PWSullivan/status/300682429679681536).

Unless he clears waivers of course.

There's no way anybody with that much GRIT and SPEED, who knows how to play the game and who does the little things, and wears high socks and a hat that's much too big for him, gets through waivers.

...and who can get the ball from the warning track to the cutoff man in six bounces.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 11, 2013, 09:18:28 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.

Don't blame me.  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on February 11, 2013, 09:29:38 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 09:18:28 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.

Don't blame me.  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Precisely because of shit like this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 11, 2013, 09:39:46 AM
I HERD DA CARDINALS ARE INTRESTED IN DAT CAMPANO GUY. SINCE DEY SEEM TO GET TO VOTE ON WHO DA POPE WILL BE, MAYBE THEY WILL DECIDE CAMPANA HAS THE HEART AND GRIT TO LEAD US CATHOLICS. HE WON'T BE A GREAT POPE LIKE JOHN PAUL BECAUSE HE'S NOT POLISH, BUT DEM DAGOS ARE OK BY ME, BETTER DEN DEM DUM MICKS YOU SEE ON DA SOUT SIDE.

WHEN DA CARDINALS ELECTED BENNETT, THEY WERE STILL SORE FROM GETTING BEAT BY THE RED SOX IN THE WORLD SERIES. MAYBE DAT'S WHY THEY CHOSE DAT POSTMAN FROM CHEERS AND MADE HIM CHANGE HIS NAME TO BENNETT. YOUSE AIN'T GOING TO SIT AROUND A BAR IN BOSTON NO MORE!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 11, 2013, 10:17:10 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 11, 2013, 09:29:38 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 09:18:28 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.

Don't blame me.  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Precisely because of shit like this.

Don't think I wasn't on the front lines back in the day (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249549#msg249549), trying to save this thread's integrity, (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249907#msg249907) douche hat. 

Now I just don't care anymore.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 11, 2013, 10:20:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 10:17:10 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 11, 2013, 09:29:38 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 09:18:28 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.

Don't blame me.  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Precisely because of shit like this.

Don't think I wasn't on the front lines back in the day (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249549#msg249549), trying to save this thread's integrity, (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249907#msg249907) douche hat. 

Now I just don't care anymore.

I'm not sure 13 months ago really counts as back in the day, considering it was about 5 years after this thread went to hell in a Pexbasket.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 11, 2013, 10:27:47 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 11, 2013, 10:20:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 10:17:10 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 11, 2013, 09:29:38 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 09:18:28 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.

Don't blame me.  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Precisely because of shit like this.

Don't think I wasn't on the front lines back in the day (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249549#msg249549), trying to save this thread's integrity, (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249907#msg249907) douche hat. 

Now I just don't care anymore.

I'm not sure 13 months ago really counts as back in the day, considering it was about 5 years after this thread went to hell in a Pexbasket.

Yeah but I really wasn't looking to turdmine that far back. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on February 11, 2013, 10:32:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 10:27:47 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 11, 2013, 10:20:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 10:17:10 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 11, 2013, 09:29:38 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 09:18:28 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.

Don't blame me.  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Precisely because of shit like this.

Don't think I wasn't on the front lines back in the day (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249549#msg249549), trying to save this thread's integrity, (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249907#msg249907) douche hat. 

Now I just don't care anymore.

I'm not sure 13 months ago really counts as back in the day, considering it was about 5 years after this thread went to hell in a Pexbasket.

Yeah but I really wasn't looking to turdmine that far back. 

None of this matters if the Pope doesn't clear waivers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on February 11, 2013, 10:41:37 AM
Quote from: Bort on February 11, 2013, 10:32:08 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 10:27:47 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 11, 2013, 10:20:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 10:17:10 AM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on February 11, 2013, 09:29:38 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 09:18:28 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 11, 2013, 08:27:54 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 11, 2013, 07:57:35 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 11, 2013, 06:14:54 AM
Nazi Pope (http://news.yahoo.com/pope-resigns-saying-no-longer-strength-fulfill-ministry-112923467.html).

I guess the Pope doesn't quit in the woods.

No, Huey. NO, CHUCK.

Don't blame me.  This thread jumped the tracks ages ago.

Precisely because of shit like this.

Don't think I wasn't on the front lines back in the day (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249549#msg249549), trying to save this thread's integrity, (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=2918.msg249907#msg249907) douche hat. 

Now I just don't care anymore.

I'm not sure 13 months ago really counts as back in the day, considering it was about 5 years after this thread went to hell in a Pexbasket.

Yeah but I really wasn't looking to turdmine that far back. 

None of this matters if the Pope doesn't clear waivers.

IF DA POPE CLEARS WAYVERS DOES DAT MEEN DEY CAN SIGN DAT CAMPANA GUY AGAIN!?!?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 18, 2013, 02:50:15 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)

Wait until jailbird Mark Grace introduces Campana to pussy and beer!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 21, 2013, 08:15:09 PM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

+ a gazillion
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on February 22, 2013, 08:49:24 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?

You see, both Oleg and Tony Campana are little. At least I assume that's what Fork meant.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 22, 2013, 08:53:01 AM
Quote from: Bort on February 22, 2013, 08:49:24 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?

You see, both Oleg and Tony Campana are little. At least I assume that's what Fork meant.

Oh.

I just figured it was TIME TO POST!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on February 22, 2013, 08:59:56 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:53:01 AM
Quote from: Bort on February 22, 2013, 08:49:24 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?

You see, both Oleg and Tony Campana are little. At least I assume that's what Fork meant.

Oh.

I just figured it was TIME TO POST!

A little bit from Column A...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on February 22, 2013, 09:00:29 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?

Yes, because unlike some people, Oleg is able to copy and paste text without inserting typos into it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 22, 2013, 09:02:59 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 22, 2013, 09:00:29 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?

Yes, because unlike some people, Oleg is able to copy and paste text without inserting typos into it.

You make a terrible Thrillho.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 22, 2013, 09:07:01 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 09:02:59 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 22, 2013, 09:00:29 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?

Yes, because unlike some people, Oleg is able to copy and paste text without inserting typos into it.

You make a terrible Thrillho.

That's because he has to make them from scratch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on February 22, 2013, 09:46:27 AM
Quote from: CT III on February 22, 2013, 09:00:29 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 08:35:00 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 08:12:39 AM
Quote from: Oleg on February 21, 2013, 08:12:06 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)


ZORP rag (http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=19644)

Quote from: Baseball Prospectus
February 20, 2013
The Lineup Card
11 Favorite Off-Season Moves
by Baseball Prospectus

9. Cubs trade Tony Campana to Arizona For Two Living Homo Sapiens
This is how you know Theo Epstein is a heartless, calculating bastard. Sure, Campana can't "hit" or "get on base" or "play baseball" in a major-league sense, but he was so f'n cute. Seriously, it's as if Ollie from "Hoosiers" left the farm and signed with the Cubs, and showed up at the ballpark in the back of a pickup truck. Campana has the strangest build of any ballplayer I've seen, even more so, and in a very different way, than Sidney Ponson, whom I had the misfortune of seeing in a towel. Campana is all arms and legs. He'd have the build of a hurdler if only the hurdles weren't so danged high. He acted the way he looked, carrying that aw-shucks demeanor over to his oh-so-precious encounters with the media.

Yet he was really fun to watch, there is no denying that. His Cubs uniform was too floppy and his hat a size too big, and when he got going, he was as fast as any player in the game. His inside-the-park homer on a grounder up the left-field line in 2011 was electric. Once then-Reds outfielder Yonder Alonso overran the ball in the corner, Campana exploded on the basepaths. He could have scored and made it back to second base. He also seemed to be able to steal bases at will, even though every pitcher and catcher in the league knew that his entire value was wrapped up in that skill.

Somewhere along the line, you'd have thought that someone would have told Campana that under no circumstance was he to swing at a ball outside of the strike zone. Not that there was any reason for opposing pitchers to avoid the zone—I'm not sure Campana can actually hit the ball over a major-league fence. Still, he has an inconceivably aggressive approach at the plate. Yet for all his shortcomings, there is value in a player like him, if you have the roster spot. The Cubs aren't at a place to get that value, but if you've got a solid, balanced four-man outfield core, then Campana makes an ideal complement with his game-changing speed and range in the field.

As the ultimate underdog, Campana connected with the Cubs' fan base in a big way. During introductions at the team's annual fan convention last month, Campana might have received a bigger ovation than Ernie Banks. It was really close. Yet, Epstein and his cronies apparently believe that actual organization building outweighs the fact that Campana is the kind of player grannies like to bake for. Cynical pricks. —Bradford Doolittle

The fact that Oleg posted this only makes it better.

It does?

Yes, because unlike some people, Oleg is able to copy and paste text without inserting typos into it.

Maybe my keyboard is just less advanced than other's?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on February 22, 2013, 11:15:35 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Huey is...well, probably drunk and eating a potato.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 22, 2013, 11:21:21 AM
Quote from: Bort on February 22, 2013, 11:15:35 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Huey is...well, probably drunk and eating a potato.
Enough of these racist jokes.  Let's get back to short jokes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on February 22, 2013, 12:39:38 PM
I think it's about time we re-named this thread. I may have tossed up a brick back in 2010 or whenever the hell but I take no responsibility for the rest of this soul-crushing gibberish. Maybe naming it "Awful Fucking Thread" will take the pressure off and we can get back to basics.
Title: Re: The Shut Up Pex, You're A Douche Thread
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 22, 2013, 01:17:27 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on February 22, 2013, 12:39:38 PM
I think it's about time we re-named this thread. I may have tossed up a brick back in 2010 or whenever the hell but I take no responsibility for the rest of this soul-crushing gibberish. Maybe naming it "Awful Fucking Thread" will take the pressure off and we can get back to basics.

any suggestions?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 22, 2013, 04:18:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"

Ha.

Pretty sure that was a typo.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on February 22, 2013, 04:20:11 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:18:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"

Ha.

Pretty sure that was a typo.

Who should we ask?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 22, 2013, 04:22:04 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:18:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"

Ha.

Pretty sure that was a typo.

Slaky and I were both aware.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 22, 2013, 04:35:55 PM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 04:22:04 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:18:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"

Ha.

Pretty sure that was a typo.

Slaky and I were both self-aware.

Teh Paul'd
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:44:37 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:35:55 PM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 04:22:04 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:18:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"

Ha.

Pretty sure that was a typo.

Slaky and I were both self-aware.

Teh Paul'd

I miss Paul. Fuck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 22, 2013, 05:05:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:44:37 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:35:55 PM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 04:22:04 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:18:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"

Ha.

Pretty sure that was a typo.

Slaky and I were both self-aware.

Teh Paul'd

I miss Paul. Fuck.

Hey guys, the Cubs got rid of Tony Campana!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 23, 2013, 02:55:53 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:44:37 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:35:55 PM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 04:22:04 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 04:18:49 PM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 04:02:52 PM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 03:55:58 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 22, 2013, 11:08:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 22, 2013, 11:00:00 AM
Quote from: Slaky on February 22, 2013, 10:14:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 22, 2013, 09:53:26 AM
Quote from: Fork on February 22, 2013, 09:01:23 AM

Tony Campana will prove us all wrong once somebody shows him a picture of Eddie Gaedel, and he has his "a-ha moment".

How so?

Pretty sure that just a bad, bad joke and not an actual thing that Fork thinks is going to happen.

Pretty sure Eli knows that and just relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure Slaky knows that and also relishes the opportunity to be obtuse.

Pretty sure I was aware that Slaky was aware--just as Eli was aware--just wanted to expose everything for the record.  I mean, there's nothing else going on at this shit-or-brains site.

"Shit-or-brains"

Ha.

Pretty sure that was a typo.

Slaky and I were both self-aware.

Teh Paul'd

I miss Paul. Fuck.

So start your own Scum Drum.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on March 05, 2013, 09:57:40 AM
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1060314-40-worst-fielders-in-baseball-history?utm_source=outbrain.com&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bestof

Our own Alfonso made the list.  Are you surprised?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 05, 2013, 10:01:31 AM
Quote from: CBStew on March 05, 2013, 09:57:40 AM
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1060314-40-worst-fielders-in-baseball-history?utm_source=outbrain.com&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bestof

Our own Alfonso made the list.  Are you surprised?

Surprised at what? Someone linking to a Bleacher Report slideshow?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on March 05, 2013, 10:11:43 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 05, 2013, 10:01:31 AM
Quote from: CBStew on March 05, 2013, 09:57:40 AM
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1060314-40-worst-fielders-in-baseball-history?utm_source=outbrain.com&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=bestof

Our own Alfonso made the list.  Are you surprised?

Surprised at what? Someone linking to a Bleacher Report slideshow?

To be fair, he made it to the list as a 2B.  As an OF he wouldn't be on it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 05, 2013, 10:12:28 AM
Okay.  Even *I* think this thread has jumped the shark, now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 05, 2013, 10:30:17 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 05, 2013, 10:12:28 AM
Okay.  Even *I* think this thread has jumped the shark, now.

Goddamnit, Marie.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on March 05, 2013, 11:31:37 AM
This thread has become a haven for bullshit toleration.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on March 20, 2013, 05:29:44 PM
Brian Urlacher. (https://twitter.com/BradBiggs/status/314502475623301120)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on March 20, 2013, 06:40:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 20, 2013, 05:29:44 PM
Brian Urlacher. (https://twitter.com/BradBiggs/status/314502475623301120)

Take a bow, Thrill. (http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2013/03/20/bernstein-urlacher-doesnt-need-to-retire-a-bear/)

(http://i48.tinypic.com/6e0yzk.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2013, 06:47:14 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on March 20, 2013, 06:40:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 20, 2013, 05:29:44 PM
Brian Urlacher. (https://twitter.com/BradBiggs/status/314502475623301120)

Take a bow, Thrill. (http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2013/03/20/bernstein-urlacher-doesnt-need-to-retire-a-bear/)

(http://i48.tinypic.com/6e0yzk.png)

Another imposter? Damn it all.

I bet you that this guy's hair is godawful, too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on March 20, 2013, 07:16:00 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on March 20, 2013, 06:47:14 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on March 20, 2013, 06:40:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 20, 2013, 05:29:44 PM
Brian Urlacher. (https://twitter.com/BradBiggs/status/314502475623301120)

Take a bow, Thrill. (http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2013/03/20/bernstein-urlacher-doesnt-need-to-retire-a-bear/)

(http://i48.tinypic.com/6e0yzk.png)

Another imposter? Damn it all.

I bet you that this guy's hair is godawful, too.

Also, those meatheads belong to me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 17, 2013, 12:23:18 PM
Lil'Bitch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 19, 2013, 04:23:32 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 17, 2013, 12:23:18 PM
Lil'Bitch.

Cleared waivers'd.

Hello, PCL!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on April 19, 2013, 04:35:04 PM
Alberto Gonzalez who allegedly played for the #Cubes
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on April 19, 2013, 04:58:10 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 19, 2013, 04:23:32 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 17, 2013, 12:23:18 PM
Lil'Bitch.

Cleared waivers'd.

Hello, PCL!

He & BC should start their own TV show.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on April 30, 2013, 06:47:05 PM

Randy Wells. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-chicago-cubs-wells-20130430,0,5644244.story)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Quote from: flannj on April 30, 2013, 06:47:05 PM

Randy Wells. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-chicago-cubs-wells-20130430,0,5644244.story)

QuoteWells won 12 games with a 3.05 ERA in his rookie season, and was considered one of the team's bright spots. But he fell on hard times afterward and couldn't deal with his newfound celebrity in Chicago.

Sullivan is such a bad journalist.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 30, 2013, 09:43:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Quote from: flannj on April 30, 2013, 06:47:05 PM

Randy Wells. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-chicago-cubs-wells-20130430,0,5644244.story)

QuoteWells won 12 games with a 3.05 ERA in his rookie season, and was considered one of the team's bright spots. But he fell on hard times afterward and couldn't deal with his newfound celebrity in Chicago.

Sullivan is such a bad journalist.

Yeah, he fell apart due to the pressure of his insane fans and the overwhelming burden of fame. It had nothing to do with his rookie season being a lucky aberration completely out of line with his minor league numbers and an easily predictable regression back to mediocrity.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 01, 2013, 08:55:14 AM
Quote from: SKO on April 30, 2013, 09:43:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Quote from: flannj on April 30, 2013, 06:47:05 PM

Randy Wells. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-chicago-cubs-wells-20130430,0,5644244.story)

QuoteWells won 12 games with a 3.05 ERA in his rookie season, and was considered one of the team's bright spots. But he fell on hard times afterward and couldn't deal with his newfound celebrity in Chicago.

Sullivan is such a bad journalist.

Yeah, he fell apart due to the pressure of his insane fans and the overwhelming burden of fame. It had nothing to do with his rookie season being a lucky aberration completely out of line with his minor league numbers and an easily predictable regression back to mediocrity.

Sully said AND couldn't deal, not BECAUSE he couldn't deal. Wells did call into the Score butthurt over a report that he'd been seen out mainlining Malort with Blackhawks players the night before one of his many shitty starts. So people recognized  and told on him when he allegedly did something unprofessional and then he compounded it by doing something more unprofessional. So, I see nothing wrong with this sentence. Carry on...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 01, 2013, 09:43:54 AM
It this the right thread for this (http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/04/30/mariners-sign-corey-patterson/)?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 01, 2013, 10:39:49 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 01, 2013, 08:55:14 AM
Quote from: SKO on April 30, 2013, 09:43:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Quote from: flannj on April 30, 2013, 06:47:05 PM

Randy Wells. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-chicago-cubs-wells-20130430,0,5644244.story)

QuoteWells won 12 games with a 3.05 ERA in his rookie season, and was considered one of the team's bright spots. But he fell on hard times afterward and couldn't deal with his newfound celebrity in Chicago.

Sullivan is such a bad journalist.

Yeah, he fell apart due to the pressure of his insane fans and the overwhelming burden of fame. It had nothing to do with his rookie season being a lucky aberration completely out of line with his minor league numbers and an easily predictable regression back to mediocrity.

Sully said AND couldn't deal, not BECAUSE he couldn't deal. Wells did call into the Score butthurt over a report that he'd been seen out mainlining Malort with Blackhawks players the night before one of his many shitty starts. So people recognized  and told on him when he allegedly did something unprofessional and then he compounded it by doing something more unprofessional. So, I see nothing wrong with this sentence. Carry on...

Because he's always throwing little snide comments like that into his articles about players he doesn't like. A lot of it unsourced or opinion-based. It annoys me on the rare occasions I read what he writes.

Also, this thread sucks.

Also, get off my lawn.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 01, 2013, 12:47:56 PM
Quote from: Fork on May 01, 2013, 09:43:54 AM
It this the right thread for this (http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/04/30/mariners-sign-corey-patterson/)?

No.

However, the previous thread for "Where Are They Now" titled something like "Baltimore" got Ratto'd.

So may as well put it here.

Or not.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 03, 2013, 01:08:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Sullivan is such a bad journalist.

https://twitter.com/PWSullivan/status/330382598348091392

Quote from: Paul SullivanCSN just showed replay of Welington's mental gaffe. Ricketts sitting a few feet behind him but didn't shout 'Run!"
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 03, 2013, 01:22:43 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 03, 2013, 01:08:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Sullivan is such a bad journalist.

https://twitter.com/PWSullivan/status/330382598348091392

Quote from: Paul SullivanCSN just showed replay of Welington's mental gaffe. Ricketts sitting a few feet behind him but didn't shout 'Run!"

DAT'S WHY DA CUBES WILL NEVER BE DA YANKEES MY FRENTS. BACK WHEN DAT STEINGRABBER GUY WAS ALIVE, HE WOODA YELT RUN AND IF DAT DI INT WORK, HEEDA GRABBED DAT WELLINGTON BY DA TUNG AND DRAGGED HIM OVER DERE.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 06, 2013, 03:07:03 PM
Kameron Loe.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 06, 2013, 04:42:51 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 06, 2013, 03:07:03 PM
Kameron Loe.

Thank fucking Christ.  It was barely 24 hours ago when I flipped the Cubs game on during one of the Hawks intermissions and was wondering what, exactly, a Kameron Loe is, and what the FUCK was it doing on my TV screen throwing scatballs a foot out of the strike zone.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on May 06, 2013, 05:01:27 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 06, 2013, 04:42:51 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 06, 2013, 03:07:03 PM
Kameron Loe.

Thank fucking Christ.  It was barely 24 hours ago when I flipped the Cubs game on during one of the Hawks intermissions and was wondering what, exactly, a Kameron Loe is, and what the FUCK was it doing on my TV screen throwing scatballs a foot out of the strike zone.

GET OFF OF HUEY'S TV SCREEN
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 06, 2013, 11:12:33 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 03, 2013, 01:08:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 30, 2013, 09:29:44 PM
Sullivan is such a bad journalist.

https://twitter.com/PWSullivan/status/330382598348091392

Quote from: Paul SullivanCSN just showed replay of Welington's mental gaffe. Ricketts sitting a few feet behind him but didn't shout 'Run!"

Met a guy at the hotel breakfast in New Orleans.  He was wearing a Cubs shirt.  I asked him if he knew who won the game on the previous night.  He said that he didn't know and apologized for not knowing because Tod Ricketts was one of his best friends.  I felt that it would be discrete of me to change the subject.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 10, 2013, 01:53:07 AM
Quote from: Slaky on April 19, 2013, 04:35:04 PM
Alberto Gonzalez who allegedly played for the #Cubes
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 15, 2013, 01:48:09 PM
Carlos Zambrano has signed a minor league deal with the Phillies.

http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/9277801/philadelphia-phillies-sign-carlos-zambrano-minor-league-deal
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 15, 2013, 01:48:09 PM
Carlos Zambrano has signed a minor league deal with the Phillies.

http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/9277801/philadelphia-phillies-sign-carlos-zambrano-minor-league-deal

Quote"We got a feel for his desire to come back and his sincerity about that, and what kind of condition he's put himself in. It's a minor league deal. We're not signing him to a $90 million deal like the Cubs did, but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."

Sick burn, Phillies guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 15, 2013, 03:18:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 15, 2013, 01:48:09 PM
Carlos Zambrano has signed a minor league deal with the Phillies.

http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/9277801/philadelphia-phillies-sign-carlos-zambrano-minor-league-deal

Quote"We got a feel for his desire to come back and his sincerity about that, and what kind of condition he's put himself in. It's a minor league deal. We're not signing him to a $90 million deal like the Cubs did, but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."

Sick burn, Phillies guy.

Why do they need Z at $90 million when they have Cole Hamels and his ERA+ of 95 and 0.6WAR for the next 6 years at $137.5 million?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


[/quote]

What could go wrong?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on May 16, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.


I hope he gets all HGH'd out and pitches them into the playoffs. Fuck it. I hope they win it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on May 16, 2013, 09:12:57 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 16, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.


I hope he gets all HGH'd out and pitches them into the playoffs. Fuck it. I hope they win it.

AND RYAN SANBURG WILL GET HIS RING DAT EPSTINK AND SWAIN WON'T EVER GET!!!1!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on May 16, 2013, 09:22:40 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 16, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.


I hope he gets all HGH'd out and pitches them into the playoffs. Fuck it. I hope they win it.

Me too. I love Big Z.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2013, 09:27:18 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 16, 2013, 09:22:40 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 16, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.


I hope he gets all HGH'd out and pitches them into the playoffs. Fuck it. I hope they win it.

Me too. I love Big Z.

Yes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 16, 2013, 10:37:14 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2013, 09:27:18 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 16, 2013, 09:22:40 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 16, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.


I hope he gets all HGH'd out and pitches them into the playoffs. Fuck it. I hope they win it.

Me too. I love Big Z.

Yes.

You are all morons.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 20, 2013, 10:36:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 16, 2013, 10:37:14 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2013, 09:27:18 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 16, 2013, 09:22:40 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 16, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.


I hope he gets all HGH'd out and pitches them into the playoffs. Fuck it. I hope they win it.

Me too. I love Big Z.

Yes.

You are all morons.

My fantasy involves Big Z getting the final out to record the Save in the World Series clinching game.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 20, 2013, 12:19:10 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 20, 2013, 10:36:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 16, 2013, 10:37:14 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on May 16, 2013, 09:27:18 AM
Quote from: Slaky on May 16, 2013, 09:22:40 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on May 16, 2013, 07:38:59 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on May 15, 2013, 10:09:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2013, 04:18:26 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 15, 2013, 02:50:46 PM
"...but you still want to get a guy who's committed and is going to conduct himself appropriately. As far as we're concerned, that was satisfied."


What could go wrong?

Nothing really. Philadelphia has the most forgiving fans in baseball. They'll understand if he struggles, especially at home. I really don't see a downside to this.


I hope he gets all HGH'd out and pitches them into the playoffs. Fuck it. I hope they win it.

Me too. I love Big Z.

Yes.

You are all morons.

My fantasy involves Big Z getting the final out to record the Save in the World Series clinching game.

Two lesbians probably, sisters.  I'm just watching.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 21, 2013, 06:13:10 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on May 10, 2013, 01:53:07 AM
Quote from: Slaky on April 19, 2013, 04:35:04 PM
Alberto Gonzalez who allegedly played for the #Cubes

The Yankees continue to collect shitty ex-Cub middle infielders with Brent Li'lbitch (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/348216187580194816).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 22, 2013, 04:43:17 PM
Hisanori Takahashi (https://twitter.com/TroyRenck/status/348509750402637825).

THE TRADE MARKET IS HEATIN' UP, BOYS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on June 24, 2013, 10:19:56 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 22, 2013, 04:43:17 PM
Hisanori Takahashi (https://twitter.com/TroyRenck/status/348509750402637825).

THE TRADE MARKET IS HEATIN' MUP, MUP MUP BOYS!

Stanley Cup Final'd
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 24, 2013, 12:52:19 PM
Quote from: thehawk on June 24, 2013, 10:19:56 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 22, 2013, 04:43:17 PM
Hisanori Takahashi (https://twitter.com/TroyRenck/status/348509750402637825).

THE TRADE MARKET IS HEATIN' MUP, MUP MUP BOYS!

Stanley Cup Final'd

MUP! HI, YEAH, PLEASE, KEEP GAWKING AT THE DEAF PERSON! (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tekhh7Iy-sM)  MUP!  MUP!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on June 25, 2013, 12:00:13 PM
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html (http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html)

Another Carlos.  Gone. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on June 25, 2013, 12:12:54 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on June 25, 2013, 12:00:13 PM
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html (http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html)

Another Carlos.  Gone. 

Silence, Paul. Thou art a Deutschmark.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 25, 2013, 12:36:14 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on June 25, 2013, 12:00:13 PM
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html (http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html)

Another Carlos.  Gone. 

Quote from: pisomojado8 on May 01, 2009, 02:34:58 PM
Why is it the Cubs pitching can't throw strikes?  Is this some variant of Tommy John disease?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 25, 2013, 01:06:51 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.



My deepest, deepest apologies.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:08:21 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:06:51 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.



My deepest, deepest apologies.

Accepted.  Suck it, Gil.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on June 25, 2013, 01:09:16 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:08:21 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:06:51 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.



My deepest, deepest apologies.

Accepted.  Suck it, Gil.

STILL BUTTHURT ABOUT YOU STEALING MY BIT!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 25, 2013, 01:11:31 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.



That's possible, but as nobody ever remembers anything you do or say, CT, how can we be sure?  I can't even be certain any more that you claimed to have invented "TWEET THAT", and that only happened a couple of minutes ago.  Or did it?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on June 25, 2013, 01:13:15 PM
Who is this...CT...person?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Gilgamesh on June 25, 2013, 01:16:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 25, 2013, 01:11:31 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.



That's possible, but as nobody ever remembers anything you do or say, CT, how can we be sure?  I can't even be certain any more that you claimed to have invented "TWEET THAT", and that only happened a couple of minutes ago.  Or did it?

I invented it and CT stole it from me.

http://www.hje.me/sbox/results.php?search=%22TWEET+THAT%22
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on June 25, 2013, 01:18:38 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on June 25, 2013, 01:16:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 25, 2013, 01:11:31 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 01:04:37 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:03:41 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 25, 2013, 12:50:18 PM
Ian Stewart. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-parting-ways-with-marmol-20130625,0,2700740.story)

TWEET THAT!TM


TWEET THAT! is a Slaky trademark.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.

WHAT THE FUCK?!?

He's been using it as his sig for too long.  Establishes priority and other legal stuff.  IT'S HIS.  Did you coin it?  I didn't know.

I invented it.  Before I was even on Twitter.



That's possible, but as nobody ever remembers anything you do or say, CT, how can we be sure?  I can't even be certain any more that you claimed to have invented "TWEET THAT", and that only happened a couple of minutes ago.  Or did it?

I invented it and CT stole it from me.

http://www.hje.me/sbox/results.php?search=%22TWEET+THAT%22

I stole it from all of you and got all the credit.

Suck it long and hard, losers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:20:07 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on June 25, 2013, 01:16:25 PM
I invented it and CT stole it from me.

http://www.hje.me/sbox/results.php?search=%22TWEET+THAT%22

Bah, I invented "TWEET THAT" and 80% of the posters in that Shoutbox, not to mention 75% of the inexplicable memes that are now attached to the rest of you.

Anyone who says otherwise is probably just some asshurt voiceover artist.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on June 25, 2013, 01:24:00 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:20:07 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on June 25, 2013, 01:16:25 PM
I invented it and CT stole it from me.

http://www.hje.me/sbox/results.php?search=%22TWEET+THAT%22

Bah, I invented "TWEET THAT" and 80% of the posters in that Shoutbox, not to mention 75% of the inexplicable memes that are now attached to the rest of you.

Anyone who says otherwise is probably just some asshurt voiceover artist.

http://www.hje.me/sbox/dlog.php?date=2012-03-06&highlight=p156893304#p156893304

Quote from: Gil GundersonCT invented TWEET THAT
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on June 25, 2013, 01:34:35 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:20:07 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on June 25, 2013, 01:16:25 PM
I invented it and CT stole it from me.

http://www.hje.me/sbox/results.php?search=%22TWEET+THAT%22

Bah, I invented "TWEET THAT" and 80% of the posters in that Shoutbox, not to mention 75% of the inexplicable memes that are now attached to the rest of you.

Anyone who says otherwise is probably just some asshurt voiceover artist.

When you learn to deliver a 30 second spot so that your voice decays out at 29.5 on the button, let me know what you'd prefer to be called.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on June 25, 2013, 01:48:20 PM
Quote from: Eli on June 25, 2013, 01:34:35 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 25, 2013, 01:20:07 PM
Quote from: Gilgamesh on June 25, 2013, 01:16:25 PM
I invented it and CT stole it from me.

http://www.hje.me/sbox/results.php?search=%22TWEET+THAT%22

Bah, I invented "TWEET THAT" and 80% of the posters in that Shoutbox, not to mention 75% of the inexplicable memes that are now attached to the rest of you.

Anyone who says otherwise is probably just some asshurt voiceover artist.

When you learn to deliver a 30 second spot so that your voice decays out at 29.5 on the button, let me know what you'd prefer to be called.

I am going to recuse myself from this thread...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 02, 2013, 12:39:47 PM
Mike Feldman and Donald Clevenger. (https://twitter.com/keithlaw/status/352115008521502720)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 02, 2013, 01:08:31 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on June 25, 2013, 12:00:13 PM
http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html (http://www.suntimes.com/sports/baseball/cubs/20958548-573/carlos-marmol-designated-for-assignment-by-cubs.html)

Another Carlos.  Gone. 

https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/352124861054861312

Quote#Cubs trade Marmol to Dodgers for RHP Matt Guerrier. Dodgers get Cubs' No. 4 intl  slot. Cubs get Houston's 2, 3 slots for Ronald Torreyes
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2013, 11:31:55 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 18, 2013, 02:42:39 PM
It's official: Tony Campana (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-campana-20130218,0,5464864.story)

Good news, folks (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130703&content_id=52589642&notebook_id=52592160&vkey=notebook_ari&c_id=ari), as relayed by Len and JD: America's favorite kid is back in the big leagues.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 07, 2013, 10:40:40 PM
Scott Hairston.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354079488646189056

QuoteSource: #Nationals acquire OF Scott Hairston from #Cubs.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354080042600497152

Quote#Cubs getting minor-league pitcher from #Nationals for Scott Hairston. Will be announced in morning.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 07, 2013, 11:54:03 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 07, 2013, 10:40:40 PM
Scott Hairston.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354079488646189056

QuoteSource: #Nationals acquire OF Scott Hairston from #Cubs.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354080042600497152

Quote#Cubs getting minor-league pitcher from #Nationals for Scott Hairston. Will be announced in morning.

Minor league pitcher?  Not an international free agent bonus slot?  Epstink is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 08, 2013, 10:24:54 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 07, 2013, 11:54:03 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 07, 2013, 10:40:40 PM
Scott Hairston.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354079488646189056

QuoteSource: #Nationals acquire OF Scott Hairston from #Cubs.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354080042600497152

Quote#Cubs getting minor-league pitcher from #Nationals for Scott Hairston. Will be announced in morning.

Minor league pitcher?  Not an international free agent bonus slot?  Epstink is terrible.

Actually sounds like a pretty solid prospect.

Quote
Cubs will get Class A right-hander Ivan Pineyro in return, and the team confirmed the deal Monday morning.

Pineyro, a 21-year-old native of the Dominican, has registered a 3.24 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 72/22 K/BB ratio in 77 2/3 innings (15 starts) this season between Low-A Hagerstown and High-A Potomac. It's a pretty nice get for the Cubs, who continue to bolster their farm system.  He'll report to Class-A Daytona.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 08, 2013, 10:29:52 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 08, 2013, 10:24:54 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 07, 2013, 11:54:03 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 07, 2013, 10:40:40 PM
Scott Hairston.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354079488646189056

QuoteSource: #Nationals acquire OF Scott Hairston from #Cubs.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354080042600497152

Quote#Cubs getting minor-league pitcher from #Nationals for Scott Hairston. Will be announced in morning.

Minor league pitcher?  Not an international free agent bonus slot?  Epstink is terrible.

Actually sounds like a pretty solid prospect.

Quote
Cubs will get Class A right-hander Ivan Pineyro in return, and the team confirmed the deal Monday morning.

Pineyro, a 21-year-old native of the Dominican, has registered a 3.24 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 72/22 K/BB ratio in 77 2/3 innings (15 starts) this season between Low-A Hagerstown and High-A Potomac. It's a pretty nice get for the Cubs, who continue to bolster their farm system.  He'll report to Class-A Daytona.

DPD.

I see Thrill covered this already, so I'll just fuck my own FACE off.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 08, 2013, 10:50:48 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 08, 2013, 10:24:54 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 07, 2013, 11:54:03 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 07, 2013, 10:40:40 PM
Scott Hairston.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354079488646189056

QuoteSource: #Nationals acquire OF Scott Hairston from #Cubs.

https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/354080042600497152

Quote#Cubs getting minor-league pitcher from #Nationals for Scott Hairston. Will be announced in morning.

Minor league pitcher?  Not an international free agent bonus slot?  Epstink is terrible.

Actually sounds like a pretty solid prospect.

Quote
Cubs will get Class A right-hander Ivan Pineyro in return, and the team confirmed the deal Monday morning.

Pineyro, a 21-year-old native of the Dominican, has registered a 3.24 ERA, 1.16 WHIP and 72/22 K/BB ratio in 77 2/3 innings (15 starts) this season between Low-A Hagerstown and High-A Potomac. It's a pretty nice get for the Cubs, who continue to bolster their farm system.  He'll report to Class-A Daytona.

Intrepid reader Penfoe:  TOO OLD.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 09, 2013, 09:03:50 AM
Jeff Francoeur (http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/san-francisco-giants-reach-agreement-jeff-francoeur-070913).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 09, 2013, 10:18:06 AM
Quote from: Fork on July 09, 2013, 09:03:50 AM
Jeff Francoeur (http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/san-francisco-giants-reach-agreement-jeff-francoeur-070913).

I'm missing something here, right?

Goddamn this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 09, 2013, 10:32:30 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 09, 2013, 10:18:06 AM
Quote from: Fork on July 09, 2013, 09:03:50 AM
Jeff Francoeur (http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/san-francisco-giants-reach-agreement-jeff-francoeur-070913).

I'm missing something here, right?

Goddamn this thread.

From what I can gather, Al Yellon Tweeted that the Cubs should sign Francoeur. People made fun of Al and Francoeur for awhile. When the Giants signed Francoeur it immediately became time to post.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 09, 2013, 10:38:47 AM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 09, 2013, 10:32:30 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 09, 2013, 10:18:06 AM
Quote from: Fork on July 09, 2013, 09:03:50 AM
Jeff Francoeur (http://msn.foxsports.com/mlb/story/san-francisco-giants-reach-agreement-jeff-francoeur-070913).

I'm missing something here, right?

Goddamn this thread.

From what I can gather, Al Yellon Tweeted that the Cubs should sign Francoeur. People made fun of Al and Francoeur for awhile. When the Giants signed Francoeur it immediately became time to post.

Yeah, I came across that later (I scroll bottom up when I'm catching up here and it keeps "burning me" apparently.) 

But still...fuck. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 09, 2013, 12:29:21 PM
Shawn Camp.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 09, 2013, 12:45:23 PM
(http://blogimages.thescore.com/tbj/files/2011/10/shawn-kemp-fat-cavs.jpg)

#NoPex
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 09, 2013, 03:02:02 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 09, 2013, 10:32:30 AM
From what I can gather, Al Yellon Tweeted that the Cubs should sign Francoeur. People made fun of Al and Francoeur for awhile. When the Giants signed Francoeur it immediately became time to post.

He wrote a whole post on it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 09, 2013, 03:12:45 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 09, 2013, 03:02:02 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 09, 2013, 10:32:30 AM
From what I can gather, Al Yellon Tweeted that the Cubs should sign Francoeur. People made fun of Al and Francoeur for awhile. When the Giants signed Francoeur it immediately became time to post.

He wrote a whole post on it.

In that case, "Jeff Francouer" clearly belongs in this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 09, 2013, 03:16:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 09, 2013, 03:12:45 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 09, 2013, 03:02:02 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 09, 2013, 10:32:30 AM
From what I can gather, Al Yellon Tweeted that the Cubs should sign Francoeur. People made fun of Al and Francoeur for awhile. When the Giants signed Francoeur it immediately became time to post.

He wrote a whole post on it.

In that case, "Jeff Francouer" clearly belongs in this thread.

Media-appointed Voice of the Cubs Fan and all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."


Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 10, 2013, 12:56:30 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Hmm. I don't see what's wrong with that. I'd be pretty pissed if my World Series champ team had a worse record than the Cubs at any point in the next season.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 10, 2013, 12:58:25 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 12:56:30 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Hmm. I don't see what's wrong with that. I'd be pretty pissed if my World Series champ team had a worse record than the Cubs at any point in the next season.

I also think the Cubs' 40-48 record is better than a lot of people expected.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 10, 2013, 01:11:26 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 10, 2013, 12:58:25 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 12:56:30 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Hmm. I don't see what's wrong with that. I'd be pretty pissed if my World Series champ team had a worse record than the Cubs at any point in the next season.

I also think the Cubs' 40-48 record is better than a lot of people expected.

Wait, they're only 8 games under .500.  WHY DA HELL ARE DEY TRADIN' ALL DESE PITCHERS DEN?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on July 10, 2013, 01:21:50 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2013, 01:11:26 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 10, 2013, 12:58:25 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 12:56:30 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Hmm. I don't see what's wrong with that. I'd be pretty pissed if my World Series champ team had a worse record than the Cubs at any point in the next season.

I also think the Cubs' 40-48 record is better than a lot of people expected.

Wait, they're only 8 games under .500.  WHY DA HELL ARE DEY TRADIN' ALL DESE PITCHERS DEN?

HUEY IS RIGHT DA REBUILD IS OVER LET'S GET THAT LAST WILD CARD SPOT EPSTINK
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 02:16:08 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?

Is this the second time Thrill investigated a the history of a 100-loss team in the last 24 hours?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 10, 2013, 02:21:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 02:16:08 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?

Is this the second time Thrill investigated a the history of a 100-loss team in the last 24 hours?

"Thrill," indeed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 10, 2013, 02:49:33 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?

Nope. I did this quick, so it may be off a bit.

Code Select
Year TeamID (WS) Wins Losses TeamID (100L) Wins Losses Difference (GB)
1989 LAN 40 47 BAL 48 37 9
1986 KCA 38 46 CLE 45 37 8
1986 KCA 38 46 SFN 46 39 7.5
1967 BAL 39 43 CHN 46 36 7
2003 ANA 46 43 KCA 48 41 2
1994 TOR 38 48 NYN 40 47 1.5
2013 SFN 40 49 CHN 40 48 .5



Edit: I had June 10, not July 10. Updated.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 03:05:03 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 02:21:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 02:16:08 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?

Is this the second time Thrill investigated a the history of a 100-loss team in the last 24 hours?

"Thrill," indeed.

I don't get this Kurt Evans Photoshop at all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 10, 2013, 03:28:49 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 03:05:03 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 02:21:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 02:16:08 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?

Is this the second time Thrill investigated a the history of a 100-loss team in the last 24 hours?

"Thrill," indeed.

I don't get this Kurt Evans Photoshop at all.

I don't get how you so pathetically missed a lazy joke about the THRILL of spreadsheets at all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 10, 2013, 03:43:48 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 03:28:49 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 03:05:03 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 02:21:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 02:16:08 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?

Is this the second time Thrill investigated a the history of a 100-loss team in the last 24 hours?

"Thrill," indeed.

I don't get this Kurt Evans Photoshop at all.

I don't get how you so pathetically missed a lazy joke about the THRILL of spreadsheets at all.

I think Pen got it just fine.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 10, 2013, 04:02:42 PM
Quote from: Eli on July 10, 2013, 03:43:48 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 03:28:49 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 03:05:03 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2013, 02:21:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 10, 2013, 02:16:08 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 02:13:54 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 01:47:49 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 10, 2013, 01:13:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 10, 2013, 12:33:56 PM
This is why I hate the Giants, Giants' fans, and the San Francisco Comical.  The following appeared in today's SF Chronicle and SFGate:

"Of all the terrible ways to measure the Giants' descent, none matches the fact that Tuesday night's 10-6 loss to the Mets left them with a worse record than the Chicago Cubs.

The Lovable Losers are in the midst of a multiyear rebuild. This month, the Cubs are holding a garage sale of players. Their 40-48 record is expected. Nobody thought the Giants would be 40-49 at the same time, and after 13 losses in 15 games there seems to be no end in sight to the misery."




Are you annoyed by the swipes at the Cubs or the asshurt and "misery" currently endured by these long-suffering fans of the defending champs? Or both?

The concept that you know that you are really bad if you are worse than the Cubs does tend to annoy me.

Is this the first time that a team coming off a 100-loss season has had a better record than the defending champ on July 10?

Is this the second time Thrill investigated a the history of a 100-loss team in the last 24 hours?

"Thrill," indeed.

I don't get this Kurt Evans Photoshop at all.

I don't get how you so pathetically missed a lazy joke about the THRILL of spreadsheets at all.

I think Pen got it just fine.

:(
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 13, 2013, 09:27:12 AM
Brett Jackson? http://blogs.desmoinesregister.com/dmr/index.php/2013/07/12/where-is-iowa-cubs-outfielder-brett-jackson/article
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 23, 2013, 03:33:56 PM
Matt Garza

(for posterity)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 25, 2013, 12:00:40 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 23, 2013, 03:33:56 PM
Matt Garza

(for posterity)

Garza pitched really well in his Texas debut (http://mlb.mlb.com/mlb/gameday/index.jsp?gid=2013_07_24_nyamlb_texmlb_1&mode=recap_home&c_id=tex).  Hope he does well for 'em, as I've always found it difficult to dislike him.  He can be dumb with the shaving cream pies, but I don't have to be around him so that doesn't bother me.

#coolstorysterling
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on July 26, 2013, 07:12:46 AM
Alfonso Soriano. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/yankees-close-to-acquiring-alfonso-soriano-1.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on July 26, 2013, 08:34:47 AM
Quote from: morpheus on July 26, 2013, 07:12:46 AM
Alfonso Soriano. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/yankees-close-to-acquiring-alfonso-soriano-1.html)

Sounds like the Cubs will get back Corey Black, who throws hard but has control issues and isn't that good. He's not a top 20 prospect on the yankees, and their farm system isn't that great.  Cubs are paying roughly $17 million of Alfonso's deal. I'm not sure why every team wasn't more engaged, seems like the Yankees are getting one hell of a bargain for a reasonably good player (assuming Soriano would play for any other team besides New York).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2013, 08:40:47 AM
Quote from: BH on July 26, 2013, 08:34:47 AM
(assuming Soriano would play for any other team besides New York)

Well, he wants to win, right? So I assume his list of teams was at least limited to all the other fourth place teams in the league.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 26, 2013, 08:42:56 AM
Quote from: BH on July 26, 2013, 08:34:47 AM
Quote from: morpheus on July 26, 2013, 07:12:46 AM
Alfonso Soriano. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/yankees-close-to-acquiring-alfonso-soriano-1.html)

Sounds like the Cubs will get back Corey Black, who throws hard but has control issues and isn't that good. He's not a top 20 prospect on the yankees, and their farm system isn't that great.  Cubs are paying roughly $17 million of Alfonso's deal. I'm not sure why every team wasn't more engaged, seems like the Yankees are getting one hell of a bargain for a reasonably good player (assuming Soriano would play for any other team besides New York).

Sounds like Soriano would have maybe only gone to the Yankees (or just a few other teams), so there wasn't a real market for him. Cubs saved some money and got an interesting prospect for a guy whose production is pretty replaceable at this point. Win-win, I guess.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 26, 2013, 08:48:35 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 26, 2013, 08:42:56 AM
Quote from: BH on July 26, 2013, 08:34:47 AM
Quote from: morpheus on July 26, 2013, 07:12:46 AM
Alfonso Soriano. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/yankees-close-to-acquiring-alfonso-soriano-1.html)

Sounds like the Cubs will get back Corey Black, who throws hard but has control issues and isn't that good. He's not a top 20 prospect on the yankees, and their farm system isn't that great.  Cubs are paying roughly $17 million of Alfonso's deal. I'm not sure why every team wasn't more engaged, seems like the Yankees are getting one hell of a bargain for a reasonably good player (assuming Soriano would play for any other team besides New York).

Sounds like Soriano would have maybe only gone to the Yankees (or just a few other teams), so there wasn't a real market for him. Cubs saved some money and got an interesting prospect for a guy whose production is pretty replaceable at this point. Win-win, I guess.

They can replace that production with PROSPECT BRAD NELSON!!!*

*Yes, I know he's 30.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2013, 09:15:59 AM
Quote from: Fork on July 26, 2013, 08:48:35 AM
Yes, I know he's 30.

LET DA KID PLAY, SWAYSTINK.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 26, 2013, 09:26:19 AM

This team is 3.5 games ahead of where they were on 7/26 last year. So there's that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 26, 2013, 10:12:13 AM
Just thrilled that this thread is correctly titled today.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 26, 2013, 10:14:02 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 26, 2013, 08:42:56 AM
Quote from: BH on July 26, 2013, 08:34:47 AM
Quote from: morpheus on July 26, 2013, 07:12:46 AM
Alfonso Soriano. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/yankees-close-to-acquiring-alfonso-soriano-1.html)

Sounds like the Cubs will get back Corey Black, who throws hard but has control issues and isn't that good. He's not a top 20 prospect on the yankees, and their farm system isn't that great.  Cubs are paying roughly $17 million of Alfonso's deal. I'm not sure why every team wasn't more engaged, seems like the Yankees are getting one hell of a bargain for a reasonably good player (assuming Soriano would play for any other team besides New York).

Sounds like Soriano would have maybe only gone to the Yankees (or just a few other teams), so there wasn't a real market for him. Cubs saved some money and got an interesting prospect for a guy whose production is pretty replaceable at this point. Win-win, I guess.

Adding that it's come out now that the Yankees were the only team on Soriano's list. Given that restriction, I think the Cubs did well here.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on July 26, 2013, 10:24:57 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 26, 2013, 10:14:02 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 26, 2013, 08:42:56 AM
Quote from: BH on July 26, 2013, 08:34:47 AM
Quote from: morpheus on July 26, 2013, 07:12:46 AM
Alfonso Soriano. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/yankees-close-to-acquiring-alfonso-soriano-1.html)

Sounds like the Cubs will get back Corey Black, who throws hard but has control issues and isn't that good. He's not a top 20 prospect on the yankees, and their farm system isn't that great.  Cubs are paying roughly $17 million of Alfonso's deal. I'm not sure why every team wasn't more engaged, seems like the Yankees are getting one hell of a bargain for a reasonably good player (assuming Soriano would play for any other team besides New York).

Sounds like Soriano would have maybe only gone to the Yankees (or just a few other teams), so there wasn't a real market for him. Cubs saved some money and got an interesting prospect for a guy whose production is pretty replaceable at this point. Win-win, I guess.

Adding that it's come out now that the Yankees were the only team on Soriano's list. Given that restriction, I think the Cubs did well here.

I saw that too. That couldn't have helped the Cubs leverage. Better to trade him now then, before it got worse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 26, 2013, 11:18:26 AM
Quote from: BH on July 26, 2013, 10:24:57 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 26, 2013, 10:14:02 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 26, 2013, 08:42:56 AM
Quote from: BH on July 26, 2013, 08:34:47 AM
Quote from: morpheus on July 26, 2013, 07:12:46 AM
Alfonso Soriano. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2013/07/yankees-close-to-acquiring-alfonso-soriano-1.html)

Sounds like the Cubs will get back Corey Black, who throws hard but has control issues and isn't that good. He's not a top 20 prospect on the yankees, and their farm system isn't that great.  Cubs are paying roughly $17 million of Alfonso's deal. I'm not sure why every team wasn't more engaged, seems like the Yankees are getting one hell of a bargain for a reasonably good player (assuming Soriano would play for any other team besides New York).

Sounds like Soriano would have maybe only gone to the Yankees (or just a few other teams), so there wasn't a real market for him. Cubs saved some money and got an interesting prospect for a guy whose production is pretty replaceable at this point. Win-win, I guess.

Adding that it's come out now that the Yankees were the only team on Soriano's list. Given that restriction, I think the Cubs did well here.

I saw that too. That couldn't have helped the Cubs leverage. Better to trade him now then, before it got worse.

The Cubs had leverage, since Soriano has more HRs this month than the entire Yankees team, and the Yankees are in a state of perpetual "win now", regardless of how quickly they are hurtling toward late 80s/early 90s Yankee-era baseball. The Cubs' worst-case scenario would be keeping him, which I think EpHoyStink would have found acceptable as well.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on July 26, 2013, 12:11:43 PM
Theodore DFA'd.

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/dodgers-designate-lilly-assignment-022115084--mlb.html

RIGHT. THAT. WRONG. HOY. STINK.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 26, 2013, 01:08:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 26, 2013, 12:11:43 PM
Theodore DFA'd.

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/dodgers-designate-lilly-assignment-022115084--mlb.html

RIGHT. THAT. WRONG. HOY. STINK.

Look at this, too. (http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/07/25/phillies-release-carlos-zambrano/) Bad week for the 2008 Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 26, 2013, 01:19:20 PM
Quote from: Brownie on July 26, 2013, 01:08:55 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on July 26, 2013, 12:11:43 PM
Theodore DFA'd.

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/dodgers-designate-lilly-assignment-022115084--mlb.html

RIGHT. THAT. WRONG. HOY. STINK.

Look at this, too. (http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/07/25/phillies-release-carlos-zambrano/) Bad week for the 2008 Cubs.


SAM FULD contunies to be the scourge of the American League though.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 31, 2013, 10:16:57 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:27:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:12:45 PM
Someone sure wanted Jake Peavy to get into the All-Star Game. (https://twitter.com/Jennaaay1017)

And how. (http://www.exquisitetweets.com/tweets?eids=qtYUvurMSQ.qtZyRaY2RV.qtZALkEJMW.qtZBDsVNLO.qtZCCfD2Or.qtZEd9jq0b.qtZELRS7Zl.qtZFjudBYX.qtZGlVaaK4.qtZG83bDrg.qtZHISCrwj.qtZI0futoG.qtZJMzQczR.qtZKIvIlAi.qtZL4hV4EK.qtZMDOlITl.qtZNaEZEei.qtZNR5Cx6i.qtZOxZ0BIP.qtZQxga3JQ.qtZQ4rf5no.qtZRzRk5RZ.qtZSpRCGmO.qtZTcs0ntY.qtZTKvalfp.qtZUkLyZun.qtZVC3uqDQ.qtZV8HLsXY.qtZXrM42uq.qtZYq0tzK8.qtZZw5V2kK.qtZ0yk4O1Q.qtZ1n4TFYW.qtZ1YKyG3U.qtZ3W1HlYX.qtZ6Dw8JBm.qtZ7uuKuhF.qtZ74ljByC.qtZ8U9gZOK.qtZ9z2VJO9.qt0aHe48Wr.qt0di8X0vJ.qt0eu8jqOy.qt0lBHbhwP.qt0nmSMJrg.qt0ojl9zVs.qt0xPTbEiW.qt0CsirWA8.qt11FmOhgs)

It seems Ryan Dempster married a spambot.

Peavy and Dempster could make other tales of Red Sox clubhouse drama sound like a picnic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 31, 2013, 10:18:01 AM
Quote from: Brownie on July 31, 2013, 10:16:57 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:27:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:12:45 PM
Someone sure wanted Jake Peavy to get into the All-Star Game. (https://twitter.com/Jennaaay1017)

And how. (http://www.exquisitetweets.com/tweets?eids=qtYUvurMSQ.qtZyRaY2RV.qtZALkEJMW.qtZBDsVNLO.qtZCCfD2Or.qtZEd9jq0b.qtZELRS7Zl.qtZFjudBYX.qtZGlVaaK4.qtZG83bDrg.qtZHISCrwj.qtZI0futoG.qtZJMzQczR.qtZKIvIlAi.qtZL4hV4EK.qtZMDOlITl.qtZNaEZEei.qtZNR5Cx6i.qtZOxZ0BIP.qtZQxga3JQ.qtZQ4rf5no.qtZRzRk5RZ.qtZSpRCGmO.qtZTcs0ntY.qtZTKvalfp.qtZUkLyZun.qtZVC3uqDQ.qtZV8HLsXY.qtZXrM42uq.qtZYq0tzK8.qtZZw5V2kK.qtZ0yk4O1Q.qtZ1n4TFYW.qtZ1YKyG3U.qtZ3W1HlYX.qtZ6Dw8JBm.qtZ7uuKuhF.qtZ74ljByC.qtZ8U9gZOK.qtZ9z2VJO9.qt0aHe48Wr.qt0di8X0vJ.qt0eu8jqOy.qt0lBHbhwP.qt0nmSMJrg.qt0ojl9zVs.qt0xPTbEiW.qt0CsirWA8.qt11FmOhgs)

It seems Ryan Dempster married a spambot.

Peavy and Dempster could make other tales of Red Sox clubhouse drama sound like a picnic.

I have no idea how they haven't killed each other yet. Or did I read that they're actually good friends?

I mean they both bang Jenny Dempster so maybe they just used that as a springboard to friendship.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2013, 10:30:43 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 31, 2013, 10:18:01 AM
Quote from: Brownie on July 31, 2013, 10:16:57 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 26, 2012, 02:27:38 PM
Quote from: Slaky on July 26, 2012, 02:12:45 PM
Someone sure wanted Jake Peavy to get into the All-Star Game. (https://twitter.com/Jennaaay1017)

And how. (http://www.exquisitetweets.com/tweets?eids=qtYUvurMSQ.qtZyRaY2RV.qtZALkEJMW.qtZBDsVNLO.qtZCCfD2Or.qtZEd9jq0b.qtZELRS7Zl.qtZFjudBYX.qtZGlVaaK4.qtZG83bDrg.qtZHISCrwj.qtZI0futoG.qtZJMzQczR.qtZKIvIlAi.qtZL4hV4EK.qtZMDOlITl.qtZNaEZEei.qtZNR5Cx6i.qtZOxZ0BIP.qtZQxga3JQ.qtZQ4rf5no.qtZRzRk5RZ.qtZSpRCGmO.qtZTcs0ntY.qtZTKvalfp.qtZUkLyZun.qtZVC3uqDQ.qtZV8HLsXY.qtZXrM42uq.qtZYq0tzK8.qtZZw5V2kK.qtZ0yk4O1Q.qtZ1n4TFYW.qtZ1YKyG3U.qtZ3W1HlYX.qtZ6Dw8JBm.qtZ7uuKuhF.qtZ74ljByC.qtZ8U9gZOK.qtZ9z2VJO9.qt0aHe48Wr.qt0di8X0vJ.qt0eu8jqOy.qt0lBHbhwP.qt0nmSMJrg.qt0ojl9zVs.qt0xPTbEiW.qt0CsirWA8.qt11FmOhgs)

It seems Ryan Dempster married a spambot.

Peavy and Dempster could make other tales of Red Sox clubhouse drama sound like a picnic.

I have no idea how they haven't killed each other yet. Or did I read that they're actually good friends?

I mean they both bang Jenny Dempster so maybe they just used that as a springboard to friendship.

Eskimo brothers?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2013, 11:07:35 AM
Actually, judging from her Twitter and Instagram feeds, it appears Jenny is now dating White Sox/Charlotte Knights third baseman Brent Morel.

So Peavy and Dempster might legitimately have some common ground as men spurned.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 31, 2013, 11:26:01 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2013, 11:07:35 AM
Actually, judging from her Twitter and Instagram feeds, it appears Jenny is now dating White Sox/Charlotte Knights third baseman Brent Morel.

So Peavy and Dempster might legitimately have some common ground as men spurned.

So she's still here in Chicago and they're no longer together. Sounds about right.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 31, 2013, 11:33:47 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2013, 11:07:35 AM
Actually, judging from her Twitter and Instagram feeds, it appears Jenny is now dating White Sox/Charlotte Knights third baseman Brent Morel.

So Peavy and Dempster might legitimately have some common ground as men spurned.

TEAM JENNY!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 31, 2013, 11:35:30 AM
So, this is a Melissa Dickson that actually dates major league level players?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 31, 2013, 01:41:12 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2013, 11:35:30 AM
So, this is a Melissa Dickson that actually dates major league level players?

I think Melissa's given up on position players.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2013, 02:15:27 PM
David DeJesus and his wife who Al wants to e-mail him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 19, 2013, 02:42:51 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on August 19, 2013, 02:15:27 PM
David DeJesus and his wife who Al wants to e-mail him.

For posterity.

(http://cdn2.modernman.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/baseball-wives-OF-Kim-DeJesus-v1.jpg)

(http://i2.minus.com/iuTxgzciCqTNw.png)

(http://oi43.tinypic.com/2pr71ib.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on August 19, 2013, 08:39:56 PM
Any chance we can keep Kim?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 03, 2013, 04:39:55 PM
Dave Sappelt
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on September 05, 2013, 04:57:24 PM
Quote from: Fork on September 03, 2013, 04:39:55 PM
Dave Sappelt

FAIL.

(http://i.imgur.com/YoNiAam.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on September 05, 2013, 06:17:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 05, 2013, 04:57:24 PM
Quote from: Fork on September 03, 2013, 04:39:55 PM
Dave Sappelt

FAIL.

(http://i.imgur.com/YoNiAam.png)

Just a matter of time though, because he's bad.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 06, 2013, 08:41:58 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 05, 2013, 06:17:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 05, 2013, 04:57:24 PM
Quote from: Fork on September 03, 2013, 04:39:55 PM
Dave Sappelt

FAIL.

(http://i.imgur.com/YoNiAam.png)

Just a matter of time though, because he's bad.

They only sent him there to paint the clubhouse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on September 06, 2013, 11:41:31 AM
Quote from: Fork on September 06, 2013, 08:41:58 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 05, 2013, 06:17:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 05, 2013, 04:57:24 PM
Quote from: Fork on September 03, 2013, 04:39:55 PM
Dave Sappelt

FAIL.

(http://i.imgur.com/YoNiAam.png)

Just a matter of time though, because he's bad.

They only sent him there to paint the clubhouse.

And clean the toilets. He's really great in the clubhouse. Some say better than Kevin Millar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on September 30, 2013, 10:26:12 AM
Phil Rodgers!

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-rogers-sveum-girardi-chicago-20130930,0,7204331.column

"Today is my last day at the Tribune after 17 terrific seasons covering Chicago baseball. I will shift to MLB.com as a columnist, based in Chicago."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on September 30, 2013, 11:10:34 AM
Dale Sveum.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on November 06, 2013, 03:49:22 PM
Keith Moreland (again)

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-cubs-keith-moreland-wgnam-20131106,0,5244054.story
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on November 06, 2013, 03:51:36 PM
Quote from: CT III on November 06, 2013, 03:49:22 PM
Keith Moreland (again)

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-cubs-keith-moreland-wgnam-20131106,0,5244054.story


Tomorrow he'll be announced as the new head coach.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on November 06, 2013, 03:56:45 PM
Quote from: BH on November 06, 2013, 03:51:36 PM
Quote from: CT III on November 06, 2013, 03:49:22 PM
Keith Moreland (again)

http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/breaking/chi-cubs-keith-moreland-wgnam-20131106,0,5244054.story


Tomorrow he'll be announced as the new head coach of Tecksus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 06, 2013, 05:18:19 PM
DAY VOTTO!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 06, 2013, 10:38:59 AM
Robinson Cano
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 06, 2013, 12:40:48 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 06, 2013, 10:38:59 AM
Robinson Cano

Nofe Ork.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 12, 2013, 08:46:02 AM
This thread title is so misleading.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:56:14 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Agree with that. I'm sure Crane will find a way to make this even more embarrassing.  When i read the Boras comments, my first thought was "I wonder how Crane got involved". 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 12, 2013, 10:47:36 AM
A reminder that we have 4-8 hours until Stew shows up and complains about Ruggiano's batting average last year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 12, 2013, 10:54:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

So just focus my anger on that fat fucking widow of Jim Murphy's then? 

That works for me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 12, 2013, 10:57:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 12, 2013, 10:54:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

So just focus my anger on that fat fucking widow of Jim Murphy's then? 

That works for me.

I have a hard time believing you'd be able to focus your anger on just a single target.

So much anger.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 12, 2013, 11:49:13 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 12, 2013, 10:57:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 12, 2013, 10:54:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

So just focus my anger on that fat fucking widow of Jim Murphy's then? 

That works for me.

I have a hard time believing you'd be able to focus your anger on just a single target.

So much anger.
(http://www.trbimg.com/img-520fe572/turbine/ct-spt-0818-beth-murphy-cubs-chicago-20130818-001/600/600x400)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 12, 2013, 11:53:05 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 12, 2013, 11:49:13 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 12, 2013, 10:57:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 12, 2013, 10:54:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

So just focus my anger on that fat fucking widow of Jim Murphy's then? 

That works for me.

I have a hard time believing you'd be able to focus your anger on just a single target.

So much anger.
(http://www.trbimg.com/img-520fe572/turbine/ct-spt-0818-beth-murphy-cubs-chicago-20130818-001/600/600x400)

March 17th - Irish Car Bomb Specials!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 12, 2013, 12:21:45 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 11:53:05 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 12, 2013, 11:49:13 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 12, 2013, 10:57:21 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 12, 2013, 10:54:36 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

So just focus my anger on that fat fucking widow of Jim Murphy's then? 

That works for me.

I have a hard time believing you'd be able to focus your anger on just a single target.

So much anger.
(http://www.trbimg.com/img-520fe572/turbine/ct-spt-0818-beth-murphy-cubs-chicago-20130818-001/600/600x400)

March 17th July 21st - Irish Car Bomb Specials!

Analogy'd (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bloody_Friday_(1972))
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:19:17 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 12, 2013, 10:47:36 AM
A reminder that we have 4-8 hours until Stew shows up and complains about Ruggiano's batting average last year.

Sorry to disappoint you.  I like this trade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:21:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...

On the other hand, tell me again why I should feel sorry for billionaires who make bad business deals?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 12, 2013, 04:26:44 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:21:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...

On the other hand, tell me again why I should feel sorry for billionaires who make bad business deals?

I'm not going to disagree with you there, Stew.  I like the hiring of Theo and Jed but everything else about the Ricketts' tenure has been a goddamned Clown College.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 04:52:14 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:21:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...

On the other hand, tell me again why I should feel sorry for billionaires who make bad business deals?

Because it's preventing the Cubs from spending more money
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 12, 2013, 08:21:00 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:21:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...

On the other hand, tell me again why I should feel sorry for billionaires who make bad business deals?

Because we're the ones who suffer/how many more tears?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 13, 2013, 08:51:15 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 04:52:14 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:21:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...

On the other hand, tell me again why I should feel sorry for billionaires who make bad business deals?

Because it's preventing the Cubs from spending more money

Which is forcing Jepstink to rebuild through the farm system.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 13, 2013, 11:10:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 13, 2013, 08:51:15 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 04:52:14 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:21:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...

On the other hand, tell me again why I should feel sorry for billionaires who make bad business deals?

Because it's preventing the Cubs from spending more money

Which is forcing Jepstink to rebuild through the farm system.

Which angries up Stew's blood until he needs a calmative.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 13, 2013, 12:19:56 PM
Quote from: Bort on December 13, 2013, 11:10:03 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 13, 2013, 08:51:15 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 04:52:14 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 12, 2013, 04:21:56 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 10:48:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 12, 2013, 10:24:55 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:50:38 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 12, 2013, 09:43:11 AM
Quote from: BH on December 12, 2013, 09:26:10 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 12, 2013, 08:41:41 AM
Brian Bogusevic

Did anyone here have this on their radar? Theo and Jed are always one step ahead.

After a bunch of dumb jokes we basically decided that we're looking down the barrel of a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon in RF next season.

If you liked Valbuena/Ransom you'll love Ruggiano/Schierholtz!

Those folks that dumped their season tickets must feel awful right about now.

I've reached the point where I have to declare that I have no issue with what Theo and Jed are doing but the red tape with TV deals and Wrigley's renovation is getting to me. Like this is just fucking embarrassing.

Yeah, I'm sick and goddamn tired of talking about TV deals and rooftop owners and city ordinances and the like. And I'm sure there are things the Ricketts could have done differently to speed up the process (WHY IS CRANE STILL THERE). But by and large I think the rot on the business side was just as bad as the rot on the baseball operations side. When you've got a baseball team and the TV/radio networks they're "negotiating" with under the same corporate umbrella, the team probably isn't going to get a fair, arm's-length deal. So to a large extent the Ricketts just have to wait out the shitty long-term media deals that they inherited when they bought the team.

Speaking of things that Stew isn't going to like to hear...

On the other hand, tell me again why I should feel sorry for billionaires who make bad business deals?

Because it's preventing the Cubs from spending more money

Which is forcing Jepstink to rebuild through the farm system.

Which angries up Stew's blood until he needs a calmative.

Which leads Bort to guard his stash of laudanum with increased paranoia.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 13, 2013, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

The draft is pretty strong next year, I'd be surprised if they want to be any better than this year..
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 13, 2013, 12:35:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

78, and I will have watched with interest for the first time in 3 years and enjoyed it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 13, 2013, 12:39:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 13, 2013, 12:35:34 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

78, and I will have watched with interest for the first time in 3 years and enjoyed it.

Holy shit.  I don't quite know what to make of that, except to say that it's ludicrously optimistic.  I had hoped that the Cubs would be competing in 2014, but that's clearly not going to happen.  60-65 wins.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on December 13, 2013, 12:48:51 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Why do you have to be such a buzzkill? You couldn't even let us enjoy the Justin Ruggiano acquisition for a full day?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:55:04 PM
Quote from: R-V on December 13, 2013, 12:48:51 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Why do you have to be such a buzzkill? You couldn't even let us enjoy the Justin Ruggiano acquisition for a full day?

Wasn't trying to be a buzzkill at all. Genuinely curious what everyone else thinks. Personally, I'm going to guess 66 wins again since I really don't want them to be technically worse than last year. 68 wins if they keep Samardzija all season.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 12:55:14 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Can you go back to hating on the Bulls or something?  

Jesus, you are depressing lately.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 13, 2013, 12:57:46 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:55:04 PM
Quote from: R-V on December 13, 2013, 12:48:51 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Why do you have to be such a buzzkill? You couldn't even let us enjoy the Justin Ruggiano acquisition for a full day?

Wasn't trying to be a buzzkill at all. Genuinely curious what everyone else thinks. Personally, I'm going to guess 66 wins again since I really don't want them to be technically worse than last year. 68 wins if they keep Samardzija all season.

This (http://chicagocubsonline.com/archives/2013/12/rambling-cubs-waiting-something-anything.php#.UqtYU7-E5w5) is more like it.  I'm not sure where to start with that. It's amazing.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on December 13, 2013, 01:10:43 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:55:04 PM
Quote from: R-V on December 13, 2013, 12:48:51 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Why do you have to be such a buzzkill? You couldn't even let us enjoy the Justin Ruggiano acquisition for a full day?

Wasn't trying to be a buzzkill at all. Genuinely curious what everyone else thinks. Personally, I'm going to guess 66 wins again since I really don't want them to be technically worse than last year. 68 wins if they keep Samardzija all season.

I'll go with 73 wins. Their expected record last season was 70-92, so we should keep in mind that they underperformed a bit. I think with a full season of Strop & Villanueva in the bullpen, and a legitmate LOOGY to lighten the burden on Russell, the bullpen won't be a sinkhole of despair like it was for much of last year. I think smilin' Rick will coax a 3 win season out of Castro and I think Rizzo's BABIP luck will turn around enough that he'll put up a 3+ win season as well. I think between Valbuena, Watkins, Murphy etc. they'll greatly improve on their 2B production from last year. As for the starting pitching, overall it wasn't THAT good last year - they were 20th in starter's WAR per Fangraphs. So although it may drop off a bit, it's not like getting 10 wins out of your rotation is that tall of an order.

In conclusion, the slow & steady linear progression will continue.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2013, 01:11:39 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 12:55:14 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Can you go back to hating on the Bulls or something?  

Jesus, you are depressing lately.

I wondered aloud if they would be better or worse than last year, raised some potential pluses and minuses, then asked what everyone else thought. I'm sorry that bummed you out. I'm happy to stop posting if you all would prefer to get back to all of the other interesting topics being discussed around here.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on December 13, 2013, 01:19:52 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 01:11:39 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 12:55:14 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Can you go back to hating on the Bulls or something?  

Jesus, you are depressing lately.

I wondered aloud if they would be better or worse than last year, raised some potential pluses and minuses, then asked what everyone else thought. I'm sorry that bummed you out. I'm happy to stop posting if you all would prefer to get back to all of the other interesting topics being discussed around here.

winner

The post, not the notion of you not posting
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on December 13, 2013, 01:19:59 PM
Because someone has to say it...

(http://i46.tinypic.com/9amf6c.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 13, 2013, 01:22:00 PM
I'm not sure what grand vision Pen has for the Cubs' record next year that he finds Eli's assessment so shocking.  I think it's pretty spot on.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 13, 2013, 01:26:29 PM
Quote from: R-V on December 13, 2013, 12:48:51 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Why do you have to be such a buzzkill? You couldn't even let us enjoy the Justin Ruggiano acquisition for a full day?

Thank you for reminding me.  I had already forgotten his name.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 13, 2013, 01:22:00 PM
I'm not sure what grand vision Pen has for the Cubs' record next year that he finds Eli's assessment so shocking.  I think it's pretty spot on.

What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  

I mean, Eli can't even muster up the energy to crunch numbers anymore?  I don't want to live in that world. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 13, 2013, 01:29:13 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 13, 2013, 01:22:00 PM
I'm not sure what grand vision Pen has for the Cubs' record next year that he finds Eli's assessment so shocking.  I think it's pretty spot on.

What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  

I mean, Eli can't even muster up the energy to crunch numbers anymore?  I don't want to live in that world. 

Hey, if you want to cheer up, you're all invited to the Blackhawks' thread.  I'm not sure what else I can do for you.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 13, 2013, 01:43:10 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:55:04 PM
Quote from: R-V on December 13, 2013, 12:48:51 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 12:25:02 PM
I'm feeling too lazy to really crunch numbers, but I was wondering today if the Cubs are actually going to be worse in 2014 than 2013. Especially if they trade Samardzija for prospects. For some reason, that realization surprised me, perhaps because I had assumed we'd see linear progress for a few years even if they weren't a playoff team.

On the optimistic side, I think it's fairly likely that Rizzo, Jackson and Castro will have better years than last, but I don't see many other strong upside cases beyond those three (Olt, perhaps?). And bullpens are sort of fickle, so that's a potential area for improvement. It couldn't get much worse.

On the flip side, they'll be missing about 400 solid innings from Garza, Feldman and Shark, and I doubt Travis Wood will replicate what he did last year. Same for Welington Castillo and Nate Schierholtz. Soriano was up and down, but he was fairly productive overall. Same for DeJesus.

Of course, this is all back of the napkin stuff, especially with the offseason not over yet. But assuming they don't surprise us and add Tanaka, Choo or some other impact player, what is everyone's guess on how many games they win?

Why do you have to be such a buzzkill? You couldn't even let us enjoy the Justin Ruggiano acquisition for a full day?

Wasn't trying to be a buzzkill at all. Genuinely curious what everyone else thinks. Personally, I'm going to guess 66 wins again since I really don't want them to be technically worse than last year. 68 wins if they keep Samardzija all season.

I don't get the schadenfreude over the Cubs. The major league club doesn't have more than maybe 2 good players. That's why they're working on developing guys to replace them.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2013, 01:46:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  

Not to be glib, but ... it does suck. I remember last year at this time being convinced the Cubs could push .500, so it's not like I've always been a doomsayer. Just calling it like I see it right now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 13, 2013, 03:21:27 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?


This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

As everyone knows, I love reading about prospects who will finally break in about two years after what the charts say is my life expectancy !
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:24:31 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

I'm pretty pumped about that guy, actually. He sounds like he's going to be really good whenever he gets here.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 03:40:41 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:24:31 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

I'm pretty pumped about that guy, actually. He sounds like he's going to be really good whenever he gets here.

You just can't help yourself, huh? 

I miss T.J.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:50:55 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 03:40:41 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:24:31 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

I'm pretty pumped about that guy, actually. He sounds like he's going to be really good whenever he gets here.

You just can't help yourself, huh? 

I miss T.J.

I initially assumed you were kidding, but given your apparent emotional fragility, I'm not so sure.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Internet Apex on December 13, 2013, 04:15:00 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:50:55 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 03:40:41 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:24:31 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

I'm pretty pumped about that guy, actually. He sounds like he's going to be really good whenever he gets here.

You just can't help yourself, huh? 

I miss T.J.

I initially assumed you were kidding, but given your apparent emotional fragility, I'm not so sure.

He's yanking your chain, broseph.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 04:25:02 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 13, 2013, 04:15:00 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:50:55 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 03:40:41 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:24:31 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

I'm pretty pumped about that guy, actually. He sounds like he's going to be really good whenever he gets here.

You just can't help yourself, huh? 

I miss T.J.

I initially assumed you were kidding, but given your apparent emotional fragility, I'm not so sure.

He's yanking your chain, broseph.

I was indeed kidding, this time.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 13, 2013, 04:25:33 PM
Again, this thread title is so misleading.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 13, 2013, 04:31:43 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 04:25:02 PM
Quote from: Internet Apex on December 13, 2013, 04:15:00 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:50:55 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 03:40:41 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 13, 2013, 03:24:31 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?

This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

I'm pretty pumped about that guy, actually. He sounds like he's going to be really good whenever he gets here.

You just can't help yourself, huh? 

I miss T.J.

I initially assumed you were kidding, but given your apparent emotional fragility, I'm not so sure.

He's yanking your chain, broseph.

I was indeed kidding, this time.

So you don't miss me? Now I'm hurt. And Eli has me depressed to start with. Excuse me, I'm headed for the ledge, if I can remember where it is. The last time the Cubs drove me to the ledge was 4 years and 4 months ago.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 13, 2013, 04:34:16 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 13, 2013, 03:21:27 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:59:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:50:16 PM
Quote from: BH on December 13, 2013, 01:45:25 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 13, 2013, 01:26:49 PM
What's depressing is not that my playoff dreams for the Cubs next year are now totally shaken, I was pointing out the accumulation of Eli's last 3 months of posts about the Cubs and Bulls and the overwhelming and continuous theme of "this sucks."  


What about the bulls and cubs currently doesn't suck?


This. (http://www.baseballamerica.com/minors/2014-chicago-cubs-top-10-prospects/)

And Mirotic! Get excited chicago!

As everyone knows, I love reading about prospects who will finally break in about two years after what the charts say is my life expectancy !


Don't believe the charts. They all have Kanye West on top.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 13, 2013, 04:50:32 PM
Back to the topic I'm going to go with the 66-68 wins that Tonk expects. I liked RV's mini-breakdown of where the wins are going to come from but I'm not counting on (though definitely hoping for) a Castro resurgence. I don't think sweet Spanish nothings are going to suddenly make him great at everything.

I do think that a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon can be effective. Maybe Sweeney is decent.

I don't know where the flippable guys are on this roster though. And while you want to fill holes with guys you actually like and want to keep around, there are still only two of those out of eight lineup spots anyway. Maybe three if Castillo proves he's on the rise vs. had a fluky season.

I mean I'm kind of with Eli. This season is going to be fucking ugly again. But uglier because of the repetitiveness of it.

So to stay sane I'll be focusing on the minor leagues again and hoping that the farm kids continue to produce. That's all we've got.

It sucks but I just don't see any other outcome. This team is bad. We might as well accept it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 13, 2013, 08:00:55 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 13, 2013, 04:50:32 PM
Back to the topic I'm going to go with the 66-68 wins that Tonk expects. I liked RV's mini-breakdown of where the wins are going to come from but I'm not counting on (though definitely hoping for) a Castro resurgence. I don't think sweet Spanish nothings are going to suddenly make him great at everything.

I do think that a Ruggiano/Schierholtz platoon can be effective. Maybe Sweeney is decent.

I don't know where the flippable guys are on this roster though. And while you want to fill holes with guys you actually like and want to keep around, there are still only two of those out of eight lineup spots anyway. Maybe three if Castillo proves he's on the rise vs. had a fluky season.

I mean I'm kind of with Eli. This season is going to be fucking ugly again. But uglier because of the repetitiveness of it.

So to stay sane I'll be focusing on the minor leagues again and hoping that the farm kids continue to produce. That's all we've got.

It sucks but I just don't see any other outcome. This team is bad. We might as well accept it.

Indeed, this thread is mistitled.  This just keeps getting worser and worser.  Are we at the worstest yet?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on December 28, 2013, 11:51:10 AM
http://espn.go.com/blog/sweetspot/post/_/id/43097/cubs-could-have-gem-in-ruggiano

Interesting stuff on Ruggiano. On the balls he squared up, he was right (a bit below, actually) around league average -- 75% of WH balls are hits for OFs. But on non-WH, only 10.8% fell in compared to 17.6% across other outfielders.

Assuming a league average of the non-WH balls dropped in, he'd be looking at another 60 points on his batting average. I only see three other outfielders who were less lucky in 2013 -- BJ Upton, Jason Bay, and Chris Young. Some of that spread has to be speed -- he's not an extremely fast runner and many of the "luckiest" in this respect are guys with wheels like Ellsbury and Trout-- but Ruggiano, Upton, Bay, and Young aren't exactly Raul Ibanez so there has to be some sort of rebound there.

Could be a nice buy-low-sell-high guy for Jepstink.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 30, 2013, 09:18:52 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 28, 2013, 11:51:10 AM
http://espn.go.com/blog/sweetspot/post/_/id/43097/cubs-could-have-gem-in-ruggiano

Interesting stuff on Ruggiano. On the balls he squared up, he was right (a bit below, actually) around league average -- 75% of WH balls are hits for OFs. But on non-WH, only 10.8% fell in compared to 17.6% across other outfielders.

Assuming a league average of the non-WH balls dropped in, he'd be looking at another 60 points on his batting average. I only see three other outfielders who were less lucky in 2013 -- BJ Upton, Jason Bay, and Chris Young. Some of that spread has to be speed -- he's not an extremely fast runner and many of the "luckiest" in this respect are guys with wheels like Ellsbury and Trout-- but Ruggiano, Upton, Bay, and Young aren't exactly Raul Ibanez so there has to be some sort of rebound there.

Could be a nice buy-low-sell-high guy for Jepstink.

Plus if he's deployed properly we'll see a Jimmy Buttholes type year from him. Could be neat.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on January 29, 2014, 01:15:50 PM
Scott Baker (http://hardballtalk.nbcsports.com/2014/01/29/mariners-sign-scott-baker/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 04, 2014, 05:58:42 PM
Finally, the tough choice between attending Giants or A's games this summer has become clear. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/02/athletics-to-sign-sam-fuld.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 04, 2014, 06:21:06 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on February 04, 2014, 05:58:42 PM
Finally, the tough choice between attending Giants or A's games this summer has become clear. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/02/athletics-to-sign-sam-fuld.html)

Stew can go across the bridge to espy the one player shorter than him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on March 26, 2014, 01:53:16 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

Donnie Murphy's start with the Cubs last summer reminded me of the way that Hank Edwards started with the Cubs in 1949.  He batted .362 in May and .329 in June.  In July he realized who he was playing for and batted .143.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 09:54:53 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

they brought in a ton of catching.

They're cutting people that they're usually picking up this time of year. I think they did a nice job of bringing in guys on NRIs to make a roster where they aren't dumpster diving before opening day.

They did their dumpster diving early.

Every year they will do less and less dumpster diving.

So I think that's good?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 27, 2014, 10:09:15 AM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 09:54:53 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

they brought in a ton of catching.

They're cutting people that they're usually picking up this time of year. I think they did a nice job of bringing in guys on NRIs to make a roster where they aren't dumpster diving before opening day.

They did their dumpster diving early.

Every year they will do less and less dumpster diving.

So I think that's good?

I was trying to get something pretty much like this straight in my head last night.  I think there are definite signs of improvement.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 27, 2014, 11:11:08 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 27, 2014, 10:09:15 AM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 09:54:53 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

they brought in a ton of catching.

They're cutting people that they're usually picking up this time of year. I think they did a nice job of bringing in guys on NRIs to make a roster where they aren't dumpster diving before opening day.

They did their dumpster diving early.

Every year they will do less and less dumpster diving.

So I think that's good?

I was trying to get something pretty much like this straight in my head last night.  I think there are definite signs of improvement.

The other side of this is that there won't be quite as much of a fire sale come deadline time, so there won't be the dropoff in the second half. Not that going from "Shitty" to "Shittier" was that much of a drop, but at least we shouldn't see it this year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 11:16:32 AM
Quote from: Fork on March 27, 2014, 11:11:08 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 27, 2014, 10:09:15 AM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 09:54:53 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

they brought in a ton of catching.

They're cutting people that they're usually picking up this time of year. I think they did a nice job of bringing in guys on NRIs to make a roster where they aren't dumpster diving before opening day.

They did their dumpster diving early.

Every year they will do less and less dumpster diving.

So I think that's good?

I was trying to get something pretty much like this straight in my head last night.  I think there are definite signs of improvement.

The other side of this is that there won't be quite as much of a fire sale come deadline time, so there won't be the dropoff in the second half. Not that going from "Shitty" to "Shittier" was that much of a drop, but at least we shouldn't see it this year.

The only guy you can see them doing the traditional flip on would be Hammel.

The Samardzija situation isn't really a "we suck, trade him" thing so I don't count that as the usual deadline sell off.

But I think you're right. I suppose some comments from Theo could lead to Edwin Jackson getting traded if he's having a very strong year and they're way out of it in July. That wouldn't totally shock me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on March 27, 2014, 11:38:29 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Better?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:42:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Me, or Apex?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:45:05 AM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:42:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Me, or Apex?

By Eli I meant Apex. You whites from states other than Illinois are all the same to me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:59:02 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:45:05 AM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:42:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Me, or Apex?

By Eli I meant Apex. You whites from states other than Illinois are all the same to me.

Hey, I'm FROM Illinois. Unless you don't count downstate, which ... actually, you probably shouldn't. Nevermind.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 27, 2014, 12:14:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:59:02 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:45:05 AM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:42:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Me, or Apex?

By Eli I meant Apex. You whites from states other than Illinois are all the same to me.

Hey, I'm FROM Illinois. Unless you don't count downstate, which ... actually, you probably shouldn't. Nevermind.

Took me about three years to realize that "I'm not from Iowa, I'm from downstate Illinois" was not an argument that improved my situation in the slightest.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on March 27, 2014, 12:19:14 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 27, 2014, 12:14:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:59:02 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:45:05 AM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:42:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Me, or Apex?

By Eli I meant Apex. You whites from states other than Illinois are all the same to me.

Hey, I'm FROM Illinois. Unless you don't count downstate, which ... actually, you probably shouldn't. Nevermind.

Took me about three years to realize that "I'm not from Iowa, I'm from downstate Illinois" was not an argument that improved my situation in the slightest.

Isn't RV from Peoria or some shit?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on March 27, 2014, 12:40:09 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 27, 2014, 12:19:14 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 27, 2014, 12:14:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:59:02 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:45:05 AM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:42:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Me, or Apex?

By Eli I meant Apex. You whites from states other than Illinois are all the same to me.

Hey, I'm FROM Illinois. Unless you don't count downstate, which ... actually, you probably shouldn't. Nevermind.

Took me about three years to realize that "I'm not from Iowa, I'm from downstate Illinois" was not an argument that improved my situation in the slightest.

Isn't RV from Peoria or some shit?

Yes I am and I'm oozing with ILLINOIS PRIDE. It's solidly in the middle of the state and there's a Chipotle and a planetarium there so it's significantly more cultured than SKO's hometown of Buttstain located in the heart of Slackjaw County.

I thought Eli was from Kansas or Missourah or something but that's based on Vague Recollections from the Internet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on March 27, 2014, 01:00:20 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 12:40:09 PM
I thought Eli was from Kansas or Missourah or something but that's based on Vague Recollections from the Internet.

I grew up in Galesburg. Live in KC now (technically in a Kansas suburb).

This thread just got real boring, real fast.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 27, 2014, 01:05:52 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 12:40:09 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 27, 2014, 12:19:14 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 27, 2014, 12:14:05 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:59:02 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:45:05 AM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 11:42:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 11:28:04 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 27, 2014, 11:07:17 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 26, 2014, 03:03:33 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 26, 2014, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 26, 2014, 01:49:27 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 26, 2014, 12:55:46 PM
Donald Murphy
George Kottaras

Weird. But I guess it's pretty inconsequential, so whatever.

I think Theo is just giving these guys to Jon Daniels at no cost to make up for the lopsided Garza trade and get back in the Rangers good graces. Then come July...BOOM...Jason Hammel for Darvish.

It is weird that a team would cut their major off-season free agent acquisition. Maybe Kottaras is on drugs.

Huh?

I think Eli is still unhappy about the failed pursuit of Tanaka.

Me, or Apex?

By Eli I meant Apex. You whites from states other than Illinois are all the same to me.

Hey, I'm FROM Illinois. Unless you don't count downstate, which ... actually, you probably shouldn't. Nevermind.

Took me about three years to realize that "I'm not from Iowa, I'm from downstate Illinois" was not an argument that improved my situation in the slightest.

Isn't RV from Peoria or some shit?

Yes I am and I'm oozing with ILLINOIS PRIDE. It's solidly in the middle of the state and there's a Chipotle and a planetarium there so it's significantly more cultured than SKO's hometown of Buttstain located in the heart of Slackjaw County.

I thought Eli was from Kansas or Missourah or something but that's based on Vague Recollections from the Internet.

Hey I grew up in Pekin, which is just Peoria with more racism.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on March 27, 2014, 01:08:59 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 12:40:09 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 27, 2014, 12:19:14 PM
Isn't RV from Peoria or some shit?

Yes I am and I'm oozing with ILLINOIS PRIDE PEORIA CLASS.

#Strips
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on March 27, 2014, 01:48:29 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons

I think this became Slaky-style on Twitter about six months ago. Maybe ChuckD can do some research and make us a graph.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:51:53 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 01:48:29 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons

I think this became Slaky-style on Twitter about six months ago. Maybe ChuckD can do some research and make us a graph.

it saves characters. I should use punctuation here.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Richard Chuggar on March 27, 2014, 02:03:26 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:51:53 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 01:48:29 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons

I think this became Slaky-style on Twitter about six months ago. Maybe ChuckD can do some research and make us a graph.

it saves characters. I should use punctuation here.

To be fair to Slaky, when you tweet 456 times a day, saving a punctuation mark here and there can be all the difference in the world.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 02:14:48 PM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on March 27, 2014, 02:03:26 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:51:53 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 01:48:29 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons

I think this became Slaky-style on Twitter about six months ago. Maybe ChuckD can do some research and make us a graph.

it saves characters. I should use punctuation here.

To be fair to Slaky, when you tweet 456 times a day, saving a punctuation mark here and there can be all the difference in the world.

Good input, Todd. Thank you.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on March 27, 2014, 02:41:37 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 02:14:48 PM
Quote from: Richard Chuggar on March 27, 2014, 02:03:26 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:51:53 PM
Quote from: Eli on March 27, 2014, 01:48:29 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons

I think this became Slaky-style on Twitter about six months ago. Maybe ChuckD can do some research and make us a graph.

it saves characters. I should use punctuation here.

To be fair to Slaky, when you tweet 456 times a day, saving a punctuation mark here and there can be all the difference in the world.

Good input, Todd. Thank you. #thoughtjots

#sportsjorts?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on March 27, 2014, 03:03:37 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons
does anyone
remember
what happened to the
deerfield native
new york dwelling
capitalization and punctuation shunning
dan character who would
always press
enter
for no
apparent reason
as if he was
some kind of avant garde poet
like e.e cummings
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on March 27, 2014, 03:10:59 PM
Quote from: Brownie on March 27, 2014, 03:03:37 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons
does anyone
remember
what happened to the
deerfield native
new york dwelling
capitalization and punctuation shunning
dan character who would
always press
enter
for no
apparent reason
as if he was
some kind of avant garde poet
like e.e cummings

Dan the Man?

No idea.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on March 27, 2014, 03:41:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 27, 2014, 03:10:59 PM
Quote from: Brownie on March 27, 2014, 03:03:37 PM
Quote from: R-V on March 27, 2014, 01:42:23 PM
Quote from: Slaky on March 27, 2014, 01:34:43 PM
this thread is the drizzling shits

what happened to your punctuation buttons
does anyone
remember
what happened to the
deerfield native
new york dwelling
capitalization and punctuation shunning
dan character who would
always press
enter
for no
apparent reason
as if he was
some kind of avant garde poet
like e.e cummings

Dan the Man?

No idea.
Me neither. I was
just recalling his rather strange ways
of putting
together a thought. He was a jazz pianist or something
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on April 06, 2014, 09:43:43 PM
Casey Coleman (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/2014/04/04/cubs-cut-ties-veteran-pitcher-coleman-loss/7336561/), released from Triple-A Iowa, finally.

QuoteColeman, 26, has plenty to offer with a resume that includes a 7-13 record with a 5.76 ERA in 48 Major League games.

Plenty to offer.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on April 07, 2014, 03:32:58 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 06, 2014, 09:43:43 PM
Casey Coleman (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/2014/04/04/cubs-cut-ties-veteran-pitcher-coleman-loss/7336561/), released from Triple-A Iowa, finally.

QuoteColeman, 26, has plenty to offer with a resume that includes a 7-13 record with a 5.76 ERA in 48 Major League games.

Plenty to offer.

He never even showed flashes of being a major leaguer.  Quite why the Cubs held on to him this long is beyond me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on April 07, 2014, 06:58:02 AM
Quote from: Tonker on April 07, 2014, 03:32:58 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 06, 2014, 09:43:43 PM
Casey Coleman (http://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/2014/04/04/cubs-cut-ties-veteran-pitcher-coleman-loss/7336561/), released from Triple-A Iowa, finally.

QuoteColeman, 26, has plenty to offer with a resume that includes a 7-13 record with a 5.76 ERA in 48 Major League games.

Plenty to offer.

He never even showed flashes of being a major leaguer.  Quite why the Cubs held on to him this long is beyond me.

Because pitchers are like racehorses, and he has 20-win bloodlines.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on April 10, 2014, 04:04:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.

This seems a bit harsh
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 10, 2014, 04:11:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on April 10, 2014, 04:04:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.

This seems a bit harsh

You can spell "nuanced, subtle points of view" without P-A-N-K.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 10, 2014, 04:52:19 PM
Quote from: Slaky on April 10, 2014, 04:04:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.

This seems a bit harsh

Praise from Caesar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 10, 2014, 04:52:46 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 10, 2014, 04:11:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on April 10, 2014, 04:04:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.

This seems a bit harsh

You can spell "nuanced, subtle points of view" without P-A-N-K.

Pretty sure you can't.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on April 10, 2014, 05:51:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 04:52:46 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 10, 2014, 04:11:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on April 10, 2014, 04:04:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.

This seems a bit harsh

You can spell "nuanced, subtle points of view" without P-A-N-K.

Pretty sure you can't.

Well you could if you PANKED it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 10, 2014, 06:40:27 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 04:52:46 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 10, 2014, 04:11:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on April 10, 2014, 04:04:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.

This seems a bit harsh

You can spell "nuanced, subtle points of view" without P-A-N-K.

Pretty sure you can't.

You certainly can't spell it with P-A-N-K.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 10, 2014, 07:32:47 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 10, 2014, 06:40:27 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 04:52:46 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 10, 2014, 04:11:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on April 10, 2014, 04:04:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 03:30:58 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 03:02:14 PM
Quote from: BH on April 10, 2014, 02:51:43 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

About that.  Not a Cub, but look who's hangin' with the Chads and Trixies today.  Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

(http://i59.tinypic.com/2hx4kzc.png)

Does he have his fingers crossed?

He does.  He's also trolling us by wearing his World Series ring.

I hope you TEAM DEMPSTER FAGGOTS are happy.

This seems a bit harsh

You can spell "nuanced, subtle points of view" without P-A-N-K.

Pretty sure you can't.

You certainly can't spell it with P-A-N-K.

Dammit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 10, 2014, 07:37:09 PM
*high-fives Dan*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 10, 2014, 07:38:52 PM
Seriously, though--fuck Ryan Dempster.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 10, 2014, 08:53:20 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 10, 2014, 07:37:09 PM
*high-fives Dan*

Intrepid Reader: Huey

*unfriends Eli*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on April 11, 2014, 03:35:45 AM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 07:38:52 PM
Seriously, though--fuck Ryan Dempster.

THI.  Him wearing that ring whilst sitting in the bleachers was a very deliberate piece of trolling.  Fuck him in his ginger arse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 06:48:59 AM
Quote from: Tonker on April 11, 2014, 03:35:45 AM
Quote from: PANK! on April 10, 2014, 07:38:52 PM
Seriously, though--fuck Ryan Dempster.

THI.  Him wearing that ring whilst sitting in the bleachers was a very deliberate piece of trolling.  Fuck him in his ginger arse.

Meh, I've never been on board with the Dempster hate and if Hendricks and Villanueva work out (either at the club or the continued "flip these guys around in order to get Jake Peavy" quest) then I couldn't give 2 shits about him
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 06:52:33 AM
BTW, Randall Delgado may be on his way to the bullpen
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 07:01:23 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 10, 2014, 08:53:20 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 10, 2014, 07:37:09 PM
*high-fives Dan*

Intrepid Reader: Huey

*unfriends Eli*

Still butthurt over that, eh?

There, there, Dan.  It's okay.  Just think of all the eye-rollingly annoying status updates you haven't had to troll.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on April 11, 2014, 08:37:16 AM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 07:01:23 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 10, 2014, 08:53:20 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 10, 2014, 07:37:09 PM
*high-fives Dan*

Intrepid Reader: Huey

*unfriends Eli*

Still butthurt over that, eh?

There, there, Dan.  It's okay.  Just think of all the eye-rollingly annoying status updates you haven't had to troll.

Or spellcheck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on April 11, 2014, 10:37:46 AM
I don't understand how people don't hate Dempster. It's baffling.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on April 11, 2014, 10:51:52 AM
Quote from: Bort on April 11, 2014, 10:37:46 AM
I don't understand how people don't hate Dempster. It's baffling.

Him screwing up the trade with Atlanta actually turned out to be better for our Kubbeez, but i still hate him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
Quote from: Bort on April 11, 2014, 10:37:46 AM
I don't understand how people don't hate Dempster. It's baffling.

I find it equally weird how much people HATE the guy. He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there. Sure, he thinks he's funnier than he is, but so do most people. And I guess I can understand being miffed at how he messed up the Atlanta trade. Overall, I still don't have a major problem with him.

But we've been over this repeatedly. It's not like anyone is going to change their mind.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on April 11, 2014, 11:07:24 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 10, 2014, 02:43:40 PM
Think he'll stop by Al's Corner to say hi?

Yes, yes he did. (https://mobile.twitter.com/bleedcubbieblue/status/454337901497565185) If you want to be adored forever by the simps, paying tribute to Al is a must.

Quote
The weather was tolerably mild, and the forecast of rainshowers turned into a couple of sprinkles that lasted about 10 minutes just before game time. Overall, the weather during the first homestand wasn't terrible, considering the awful winter and the fact that the Cubs played six home games (including two night games) by April 10. Speaking of the awful winter, I learned that former Cubs pitcher Ryan Dempster, who was in the bleachers Thursday, spent the winter in Chicago, where he still has a home. The reason he has the USPS cap -- he told me he traded another cap for it. Cool stuff, and nice for Demp to just hang out at a baseball game.

Wish he could have seen a Cubs win.

He traded his hat! COOL STUFF! (Al notes that Dempster's USPS hat is now 0-1 on the season.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 11, 2014, 12:02:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am

something something
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on April 11, 2014, 12:11:02 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 12:02:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am

something something

(http://i.imgur.com/zOrK6uW.gif)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 12:21:24 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons

Wash, rinse, repank.

By all means, let's rehash this yet again (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7056.msg257719#msg257719).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 12:35:26 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 12:21:24 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons

Wash, rinse, repank.

By all means, let's rehash this yet again (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7056.msg257719#msg257719).

I hardly think that's the only place I've ranted on that fucksicle before.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on April 11, 2014, 01:26:10 PM
Dempstink is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 01:35:22 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 12:35:26 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 12:21:24 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons

Wash, rinse, repank.

By all means, let's rehash this yet again (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7056.msg257719#msg257719).

I hardly think that's the only place I've ranted on that fucksicle before.

"Yet again."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).


It's not that it has value to Eli, but it's not like he was shitting on the town and the fans all the time. It'd be one thing if he was Milton Bradley (❤❤❤), but he was not that. His asshattery is basically him trying to be funny and sportswriters thinking it had some intrinsic value to the club's CHEMISTRY. When, really, it didn't fucking matter either way.

But, anyway, what 2 seasons did he torpedo? I know of 2008, but what's the other one?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).


It's not that it has value to Eli, but it's not like he was shitting on the town and the fans all the time. It'd be one thing if he was Milton Bradley (❤❤❤), but he was not that. His asshattery is basically him trying to be funny and sportswriters thinking it had some intrinsic value to the club's CHEMISTRY. When, really, it didn't fucking matter either way.

But, anyway, what 2 seasons did he torpedo? I know of 2008, but what's the other one?


Sigh.

We've been over this Yeti (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252846#msg252846)--stop smoking so much pot (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN200409250.).

Quote from: A Nut-Punching Game That Everybody Seems To Forget In Their Rush to Slobber over Ryan Dempster's SchlongBottom of the 9th, Mets Batting, Behind 0-3, Cubs' Ryan Dempster facing 5-6-7            Jose Macias moves from PR to 2B
Todd Zeile pinch hits for Heath Bell (P) batting 5th

0-3 0 --- 5,(1-2) ..LCFBS O NYM T. Zeile R. Dempster -2% 2% Strikeout Swinging
9 0-3 1 --- 5,(3-1) BBBCB  NYM E. Valent R. Dempster 3% 5% Walk
0-3 1 1-- 6,(3-2) CBFBBB  NYM J. Phillips R. Dempster 6% 10% Walk; Valent to 2B        

LaTroy Hawkins replaces Ryan Dempster pitching and batting 6th

0-3 1 12- 4,(1-2) .BCFX O NYM J. Keppinger L. Hawkins -6% 5% Flyball: RF; Valent to 3B
0-3 2 1-3 5,(2-2) BCF*BX RRR NYM V. Diaz L. Hawkins 49% 54% Home Run (Fly Ball); Valent Scores; Phillips Scores

3-3 2 --- 5,(2-2) FBBSC O NYM G. Williams L. Hawkins -4% 50% Strikeout Looking

And the two guys that Dempster walked?  Well, though Eric Valente was in the midst of a "career year" (.267/.337/.481), he was out of baseball some 30-odd games later with a career line of .234/.307/.389.  The other guy--JR Phillips--was in the midst of tearing up the league in 2004 with what would wind up to be a .218/.298/.363 clip.

Those are the two guys Dempster walked in the 9th inning of a game in which the Cubs led by three runs, in game they absolutely needed to have in order to maintain their slim Wild Card lead.  But nooooooo....he fucking walked those 2 bums--the second of whom was a powerless catcher with a .298 OBP.  All of that would've been forgiven, in my mind, had he done his job in Game 1 of the 2008 NLDS and beyond.   But instead, he essentially did the same goddamn thing again (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200810010.shtml).

1984 notwithstanding, the '04 and '08 were arguably the best Cub teams in the last 30 years, and neither team won a single playoff thanks in no small part to your Canadien hero.

You people tolerate way too much bullshit.


Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 11, 2014, 02:30:46 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
You people tolerate way too much bullshit.

... he said, while tolerating a team that's in the middle of intentionally being bad for like 4 years.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 02:35:26 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 02:30:46 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
You people tolerate way too much bullshit.

... he said, while tolerating a team that's in the middle of intentionally being bad for like 4 3 years.


Oooh--good burn. 

So you think Theo's plan is bullshit then?  Good to know, ye of little faith.

I don't think it's bullshit.  I'm actually getting pretty bonerific over what may be around the corner.  I'm sorry you're so despondent over the failed careers of Rizzo and Castro that you don't share that sentiment.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 11, 2014, 02:52:06 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:35:26 PM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 02:30:46 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
You people tolerate way too much bullshit.

... he said, while tolerating a team that's in the middle of intentionally being bad for like 4 3 years.


Oooh--good burn. 

So you think Theo's plan is bullshit then?  Good to know, ye of little faith.

I don't think it's bullshit.  I'm actually getting pretty bonerific over what may be around the corner.  I'm sorry you're so despondent over the failed careers of Rizzo and Castro that you don't share that sentiment.


Nah, I don't think it's bullshit. In fact, I think it's going to work, eventually. But I'm also not convinced that the process needs to be this long and arduous.

But again, we're rehashing stuff that's been covered over and over. To each their own.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 02:56:26 PM
So, I'm glad I was reminded that Ryan Dempster pitched the 2004 Cubs out of the playoffs. Not the other 24 other guys or anything. It's not like the team has 8 more games that season or anything. It's not like they had 153 games before that. No, let's just pin 2004 on a reliever who was back from surgery in a short year when he shat his pants on one of the 162 games the team played that year. It's clearly his fault that they lost games 157 to 161, too.

The 2008 playoffs, I get and completely agree with, because the shit in the regular season doesn't factor in, but to say he "torpedoed" 2004? Re.Tard.Ation.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 02:59:06 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 12:21:24 PM
By all means, let's rehash this yet again (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=7056.msg257719#msg257719).

Sarcasm, guys. Sarcasm.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on April 11, 2014, 03:01:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).


It's not that it has value to Eli, but it's not like he was shitting on the town and the fans all the time. It'd be one thing if he was Milton Bradley (❤❤❤), but he was not that. His asshattery is basically him trying to be funny and sportswriters thinking it had some intrinsic value to the club's CHEMISTRY. When, really, it didn't fucking matter either way.

But, anyway, what 2 seasons did he torpedo? I know of 2008, but what's the other one?


Sigh.

We've been over this Yeti (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252846#msg252846)--stop smoking so much pot (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN200409250.).

Quote from: A Nut-Punching Game That Everybody Seems To Forget In Their Rush to Slobber over Ryan Dempster's SchlongBottom of the 9th, Mets Batting, Behind 0-3, Cubs' Ryan Dempster facing 5-6-7            Jose Macias moves from PR to 2B
Todd Zeile pinch hits for Heath Bell (P) batting 5th

0-3 0 --- 5,(1-2) ..LCFBS O NYM T. Zeile R. Dempster -2% 2% Strikeout Swinging
9 0-3 1 --- 5,(3-1) BBBCB  NYM E. Valent R. Dempster 3% 5% Walk
0-3 1 1-- 6,(3-2) CBFBBB  NYM J. Phillips R. Dempster 6% 10% Walk; Valent to 2B        

LaTroy Hawkins replaces Ryan Dempster pitching and batting 6th

0-3 1 12- 4,(1-2) .BCFX O NYM J. Keppinger L. Hawkins -6% 5% Flyball: RF; Valent to 3B
0-3 2 1-3 5,(2-2) BCF*BX RRR NYM V. Diaz L. Hawkins 49% 54% Home Run (Fly Ball); Valent Scores; Phillips Scores

3-3 2 --- 5,(2-2) FBBSC O NYM G. Williams L. Hawkins -4% 50% Strikeout Looking

And the two guys that Dempster walked?  Well, though Eric Valente was in the midst of a "career year" (.267/.337/.481), he was out of baseball some 30-odd games later with a career line of .234/.307/.389.  The other guy--JR Phillips--was in the midst of tearing up the league in 2004 with what would wind up to be a .218/.298/.363 clip.

Those are the two guys Dempster walked in the 9th inning of a game in which the Cubs led by three runs, in game they absolutely needed to have in order to maintain their slim Wild Card lead.  But nooooooo....he fucking walked those 2 bums--the second of whom was a powerless catcher with a .298 OBP.  All of that would've been forgiven, in my mind, had he done his job in Game 1 of the 2008 NLDS and beyond.   But instead, he essentially did the same goddamn thing again (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200810010.shtml).

1984 notwithstanding, the '04 and '08 were arguably the best Cub teams in the last 30 years, and neither team won a single playoff thanks in no small part to your Canadien hero.

You people tolerate way too much bullshit.




Christ, man.

a) He didn't even give up the runs. It appears, (I had to look this up because I don't even remember this shit) Latroy gave up the dongus.
b) It was 10 years ago
c) They lost 73 games that year. Why give so many fucks about that one?
d) See b).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 03:02:23 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 02:56:26 PM
So, I'm glad I was reminded that Ryan Dempster pitched the 2004 Cubs out of the playoffs. Not the other 24 other guys or anything. It's not like the team has 8 more games that season or anything. It's not like they had 153 games before that. No, let's just pin 2004 on a reliever who was back from surgery in a short year when he shat his pants on one of the 162 games the team played that year. It's clearly his fault that they lost games 157 to 161, too.

The 2008 playoffs, I get and completely agree with, because the shit in the regular season doesn't factor in, but to say he "torpedoed" 2004? Re.Tard.Ation.


Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).


It's not that it has value to Eli, but it's not like he was shitting on the town and the fans all the time. It'd be one thing if he was Milton Bradley (❤❤❤), but he was not that. His asshattery is basically him trying to be funny and sportswriters thinking it had some intrinsic value to the club's CHEMISTRY. When, really, it didn't fucking matter either way.

But, anyway, what 2 seasons did he torpedo? I know of 2008, but what's the other one?


Sigh.

We've been over this Yeti (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252846#msg252846)--stop smoking so much pot (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN200409250.).

Quote from: A Nut-Punching Game That Everybody Seems To Forget In Their Rush to Slobber over Ryan Dempster's SchlongBottom of the 9th, Mets Batting, Behind 0-3, Cubs' Ryan Dempster facing 5-6-7            Jose Macias moves from PR to 2B
Todd Zeile pinch hits for Heath Bell (P) batting 5th

0-3 0 --- 5,(1-2) ..LCFBS O NYM T. Zeile R. Dempster -2% 2% Strikeout Swinging
9 0-3 1 --- 5,(3-1) BBBCB  NYM E. Valent R. Dempster 3% 5% Walk
0-3 1 1-- 6,(3-2) CBFBBB  NYM J. Phillips R. Dempster 6% 10% Walk; Valent to 2B          

LaTroy Hawkins replaces Ryan Dempster pitching and batting 6th

0-3 1 12- 4,(1-2) .BCFX O NYM J. Keppinger L. Hawkins -6% 5% Flyball: RF; Valent to 3B
0-3 2 1-3 5,(2-2) BCF*BX RRR NYM V. Diaz L. Hawkins 49% 54% Home Run (Fly Ball); Valent Scores; Phillips Scores

3-3 2 --- 5,(2-2) FBBSC O NYM G. Williams L. Hawkins -4% 50% Strikeout Looking

And the two guys that Dempster walked?  Well, though Eric Valente was in the midst of a "career year" (.267/.337/.481), he was out of baseball some 30-odd games later with a career line of .234/.307/.389.  The other guy--JR Phillips--was in the midst of tearing up the league in 2004 with what would wind up to be a .218/.298/.363 clip.

Those are the two guys Dempster walked in the 9th inning of a game in which the Cubs led by three runs, in game they absolutely needed to have in order to maintain their slim Wild Card lead.  But nooooooo....he fucking walked those 2 bums--the second of whom was a powerless catcher with a .298 OBP.  All of that would've been forgiven, in my mind, had he done his job in Game 1 of the 2008 NLDS and beyond.   But instead, he essentially did the same goddamn thing again (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200810010.shtml).

1984 notwithstanding, the '04 and '08 were arguably the best Cub teams in the last 30 years, and neither team won a single playoff game thanks in no small part to your Canadien hero.

You people tolerate way too much bullshit.



Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 03:03:38 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on April 11, 2014, 03:01:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).


It's not that it has value to Eli, but it's not like he was shitting on the town and the fans all the time. It'd be one thing if he was Milton Bradley (❤❤❤), but he was not that. His asshattery is basically him trying to be funny and sportswriters thinking it had some intrinsic value to the club's CHEMISTRY. When, really, it didn't fucking matter either way.

But, anyway, what 2 seasons did he torpedo? I know of 2008, but what's the other one?


Sigh.

We've been over this Yeti (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252846#msg252846)--stop smoking so much pot (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN200409250.).

Quote from: A Nut-Punching Game That Everybody Seems To Forget In Their Rush to Slobber over Ryan Dempster's SchlongBottom of the 9th, Mets Batting, Behind 0-3, Cubs' Ryan Dempster facing 5-6-7            Jose Macias moves from PR to 2B
Todd Zeile pinch hits for Heath Bell (P) batting 5th

0-3 0 --- 5,(1-2) ..LCFBS O NYM T. Zeile R. Dempster -2% 2% Strikeout Swinging
9 0-3 1 --- 5,(3-1) BBBCB  NYM E. Valent R. Dempster 3% 5% Walk
0-3 1 1-- 6,(3-2) CBFBBB  NYM J. Phillips R. Dempster 6% 10% Walk; Valent to 2B        

LaTroy Hawkins replaces Ryan Dempster pitching and batting 6th

0-3 1 12- 4,(1-2) .BCFX O NYM J. Keppinger L. Hawkins -6% 5% Flyball: RF; Valent to 3B
0-3 2 1-3 5,(2-2) BCF*BX RRR NYM V. Diaz L. Hawkins 49% 54% Home Run (Fly Ball); Valent Scores; Phillips Scores

3-3 2 --- 5,(2-2) FBBSC O NYM G. Williams L. Hawkins -4% 50% Strikeout Looking

And the two guys that Dempster walked?  Well, though Eric Valente was in the midst of a "career year" (.267/.337/.481), he was out of baseball some 30-odd games later with a career line of .234/.307/.389.  The other guy--JR Phillips--was in the midst of tearing up the league in 2004 with what would wind up to be a .218/.298/.363 clip.

Those are the two guys Dempster walked in the 9th inning of a game in which the Cubs led by three runs, in game they absolutely needed to have in order to maintain their slim Wild Card lead.  But nooooooo....he fucking walked those 2 bums--the second of whom was a powerless catcher with a .298 OBP.  All of that would've been forgiven, in my mind, had he done his job in Game 1 of the 2008 NLDS and beyond.   But instead, he essentially did the same goddamn thing again (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200810010.shtml).

1984 notwithstanding, the '04 and '08 were arguably the best Cub teams in the last 30 years, and neither team won a single playoff thanks in no small part to your Canadien hero.

You people tolerate way too much bullshit.




Christ, man.

a) He didn't even give up the runs. It appears, (I had to look this up because I don't even remember this shit) Latroy gave up the dongus.
b) It was 10 years ago
c) They lost 73 games that year. Why give so many fucks about that one?
d) See b).

Good point.

BTW, why do people keep hatin' on Hitler?  That shit was 60 fucking years ago.  Get over it, people!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on April 11, 2014, 03:05:07 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 03:03:38 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on April 11, 2014, 03:01:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).


It's not that it has value to Eli, but it's not like he was shitting on the town and the fans all the time. It'd be one thing if he was Milton Bradley (❤❤❤), but he was not that. His asshattery is basically him trying to be funny and sportswriters thinking it had some intrinsic value to the club's CHEMISTRY. When, really, it didn't fucking matter either way.

But, anyway, what 2 seasons did he torpedo? I know of 2008, but what's the other one?


Sigh.

We've been over this Yeti (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252846#msg252846)--stop smoking so much pot (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN200409250.).

Quote from: A Nut-Punching Game That Everybody Seems To Forget In Their Rush to Slobber over Ryan Dempster's SchlongBottom of the 9th, Mets Batting, Behind 0-3, Cubs' Ryan Dempster facing 5-6-7            Jose Macias moves from PR to 2B
Todd Zeile pinch hits for Heath Bell (P) batting 5th

0-3 0 --- 5,(1-2) ..LCFBS O NYM T. Zeile R. Dempster -2% 2% Strikeout Swinging
9 0-3 1 --- 5,(3-1) BBBCB  NYM E. Valent R. Dempster 3% 5% Walk
0-3 1 1-- 6,(3-2) CBFBBB  NYM J. Phillips R. Dempster 6% 10% Walk; Valent to 2B        

LaTroy Hawkins replaces Ryan Dempster pitching and batting 6th

0-3 1 12- 4,(1-2) .BCFX O NYM J. Keppinger L. Hawkins -6% 5% Flyball: RF; Valent to 3B
0-3 2 1-3 5,(2-2) BCF*BX RRR NYM V. Diaz L. Hawkins 49% 54% Home Run (Fly Ball); Valent Scores; Phillips Scores

3-3 2 --- 5,(2-2) FBBSC O NYM G. Williams L. Hawkins -4% 50% Strikeout Looking

And the two guys that Dempster walked?  Well, though Eric Valente was in the midst of a "career year" (.267/.337/.481), he was out of baseball some 30-odd games later with a career line of .234/.307/.389.  The other guy--JR Phillips--was in the midst of tearing up the league in 2004 with what would wind up to be a .218/.298/.363 clip.

Those are the two guys Dempster walked in the 9th inning of a game in which the Cubs led by three runs, in game they absolutely needed to have in order to maintain their slim Wild Card lead.  But nooooooo....he fucking walked those 2 bums--the second of whom was a powerless catcher with a .298 OBP.  All of that would've been forgiven, in my mind, had he done his job in Game 1 of the 2008 NLDS and beyond.   But instead, he essentially did the same goddamn thing again (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200810010.shtml).

1984 notwithstanding, the '04 and '08 were arguably the best Cub teams in the last 30 years, and neither team won a single playoff thanks in no small part to your Canadien hero.

You people tolerate way too much bullshit.




Christ, man.

a) He didn't even give up the runs. It appears, (I had to look this up because I don't even remember this shit) Latroy gave up the dongus.
b) It was 10 years ago
c) They lost 73 games that year. Why give so many fucks about that one?
d) See b).

Good point.

BTW, why do people keep hatin' on Hitler?  That shit was 60 fucking years ago.  Get over it, people!

Got it. Dempster's Hitler.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 03:06:21 PM
So, did he torpedo the season or just factor in to their demise? Would you like me to present a bunch of games where he helped them win in 2004? To that one in 2004 that you can't let go because a guy you hate as a person did something bad to a team you love?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on April 11, 2014, 03:09:58 PM
*starts rolling out police tape*

Alright folks, nothing to see here. We've been Godwinned - this thing is over. Pack it up and head home.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on April 11, 2014, 03:13:30 PM
I've missed baseball talk so much.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on April 11, 2014, 03:14:29 PM
Quote from: CT III on April 11, 2014, 03:13:30 PM
I've missed baseball talk so much.

(http://31.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ln95plmeq61qzyqcno1_400.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on April 11, 2014, 03:14:57 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 03:06:21 PM
So, did he torpedo the season or just factor in to their demise? Would you like me to present a bunch of games where he helped them win in 2004? To that one in 2004 that you can't let go because a guy you hate as a person did something bad to a team you love?

I think he committed baseball genocide.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 11, 2014, 03:16:06 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on April 11, 2014, 03:05:07 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 03:03:38 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on April 11, 2014, 03:01:18 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 02:19:50 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 01:38:36 PM
Quote from: PANK! on April 11, 2014, 11:42:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on April 11, 2014, 10:58:48 AM
He was a pretty good player who, by all accounts, loved Chicago and loved playing there.

Shits given = zero.  I think it's weird that something that superfluous has any value to you.

I also find it weird that you have no hard feelings that his inability to throw strikes basically torpedoed two seperate seasons, but you're CLEARLY a bigger man than I am, because that shit frosts my ass (obviously).


It's not that it has value to Eli, but it's not like he was shitting on the town and the fans all the time. It'd be one thing if he was Milton Bradley (❤❤❤), but he was not that. His asshattery is basically him trying to be funny and sportswriters thinking it had some intrinsic value to the club's CHEMISTRY. When, really, it didn't fucking matter either way.

But, anyway, what 2 seasons did he torpedo? I know of 2008, but what's the other one?


Sigh.

We've been over this Yeti (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8079.msg252846#msg252846)--stop smoking so much pot (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/NYN/NYN200409250.).

Quote from: A Nut-Punching Game That Everybody Seems To Forget In Their Rush to Slobber over Ryan Dempster's SchlongBottom of the 9th, Mets Batting, Behind 0-3, Cubs' Ryan Dempster facing 5-6-7            Jose Macias moves from PR to 2B
Todd Zeile pinch hits for Heath Bell (P) batting 5th

0-3 0 --- 5,(1-2) ..LCFBS O NYM T. Zeile R. Dempster -2% 2% Strikeout Swinging
9 0-3 1 --- 5,(3-1) BBBCB  NYM E. Valent R. Dempster 3% 5% Walk
0-3 1 1-- 6,(3-2) CBFBBB  NYM J. Phillips R. Dempster 6% 10% Walk; Valent to 2B        

LaTroy Hawkins replaces Ryan Dempster pitching and batting 6th

0-3 1 12- 4,(1-2) .BCFX O NYM J. Keppinger L. Hawkins -6% 5% Flyball: RF; Valent to 3B
0-3 2 1-3 5,(2-2) BCF*BX RRR NYM V. Diaz L. Hawkins 49% 54% Home Run (Fly Ball); Valent Scores; Phillips Scores

3-3 2 --- 5,(2-2) FBBSC O NYM G. Williams L. Hawkins -4% 50% Strikeout Looking

And the two guys that Dempster walked?  Well, though Eric Valente was in the midst of a "career year" (.267/.337/.481), he was out of baseball some 30-odd games later with a career line of .234/.307/.389.  The other guy--JR Phillips--was in the midst of tearing up the league in 2004 with what would wind up to be a .218/.298/.363 clip.

Those are the two guys Dempster walked in the 9th inning of a game in which the Cubs led by three runs, in game they absolutely needed to have in order to maintain their slim Wild Card lead.  But nooooooo....he fucking walked those 2 bums--the second of whom was a powerless catcher with a .298 OBP.  All of that would've been forgiven, in my mind, had he done his job in Game 1 of the 2008 NLDS and beyond.   But instead, he essentially did the same goddamn thing again (http://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN200810010.shtml).

1984 notwithstanding, the '04 and '08 were arguably the best Cub teams in the last 30 years, and neither team won a single playoff thanks in no small part to your Canadien hero.

You people tolerate way too much bullshit.




Christ, man.

a) He didn't even give up the runs. It appears, (I had to look this up because I don't even remember this shit) Latroy gave up the dongus.
b) It was 10 years ago
c) They lost 73 games that year. Why give so many fucks about that one?
d) See b).

Good point.

BTW, why do people keep hatin' on Hitler?  That shit was 60 fucking years ago.  Get over it, people!

Got it. Dempster's Hitler.

*taps nose*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on April 11, 2014, 03:20:44 PM
1.) I don't hate Ryan Dempster
2.) I don't like Ryan Dempster
3.) I don't give a shit about Ryan Dempster
4.) When people say they like Ryan Dempster I judge that person unfairly in a negative way.
5.) When people defend Ryan Dempster against people who hate him I tend to take the quiet position of the hater.
6.) Fuck Ryan Dempster. I hope he gets hit by a bus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 03:21:27 PM
So, who got released?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on April 11, 2014, 03:25:43 PM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 03:21:27 PM
So, who got released?

I think it was either:

1. The dogs
2. The bees
3. The dogs with bees in their mouths, so that whenever they bark they shoot bees at you.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on April 11, 2014, 03:28:40 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.

To be fair, you were rooting for them to lose because of Kent Mercker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on April 11, 2014, 03:28:52 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.

Yeah, there's no way some horseshit wild card team wins the 2004 world series. NO FUCK WAY
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on April 11, 2014, 03:29:32 PM
Quote from: Bort on April 11, 2014, 03:28:40 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.

To be fair, you were rooting for them to lose because of Kent Mercker.

Because of the way he mistreated Chip and Stone Pony.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:33:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on April 11, 2014, 03:28:40 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.

To be fair, you were rooting for them to lose because of Kent Mercker.

And several others. That team was detestable and they got what they earned.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 03:45:14 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:33:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on April 11, 2014, 03:28:40 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.

To be fair, you were rooting for them to lose because of Kent Mercker.

And several others. That team was detestable and they got what they earned.

Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 27, 2014, 02:14:05 PM
I enjoyed the shit out of the 2004 team's collapse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on April 11, 2014, 03:54:17 PM

McStiff eats ass.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 04:11:56 PM
Since it's apparently time to post, I'll note that a search of our previous discussions happened to also led me back to this gem I'd managed to forget about (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8013.msg249964#msg249964):

(http://i.imgur.com/dKxd2.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on April 11, 2014, 06:32:10 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on April 11, 2014, 03:45:14 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:33:58 PM
Quote from: Bort on April 11, 2014, 03:28:40 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.

To be fair, you were rooting for them to lose because of Kent Mercker.

And several others. That team was detestable and they got what they earned.

Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on January 27, 2014, 02:14:05 PM
I enjoyed the shit out of the 2004 team's collapse.
Internet Chuck is The Worst Chuck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on April 11, 2014, 09:54:56 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on April 11, 2014, 03:26:39 PM
Yeah. I'm pissed at one guy on a team coming off a division title and within 5 outs of a pennant that was actually 20 games out of first didn't lock up a wild card.  Yeah, it's ONE GUY I'm upset with for BLOWING EVERYTHING!

If not for Ryan Fucking Dempster, that 2004 team had destiny written all over it.

I'd just like to say I agree with Chuck that being irrationally pissed at one guy on a team for BLOWING EVERYTHING is completely strange and bad and if you do that you should feel bad.  One might even call that "wrong."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on May 08, 2014, 10:01:11 AM
Quote from: Yeti on April 11, 2014, 06:52:33 AM
BTW, Randall Delgado may be on his way to the bullpen

6.75 ERA, -.5 WAR (B-R; to be fair, Faggraphs has it at 0.0), He's been given 2 starts this year and given up 9 runs in 7.1 innings of work.

Goddammit, Dempster.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 12, 2014, 11:41:27 AM
Sounds like Renteria is the right man for the Cubs' job.

''We've got to keep plugging away,'' said manager Rick Renteria, who has used almost every lineup combination available. Asked after Sunday's game if he could think of any other potential changes to make, he said, ''No.''
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 15, 2014, 11:45:30 AM
Is it only me, or does anyone else wish that this season was over already?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 15, 2014, 11:53:17 AM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2014, 11:45:30 AM
Is it only me, or does anyone else wish that this season was over already?

I'm enjoying "watching" (following online mostly) the progress of Rizzo, Castro, Olt, Ramirez, Kalish (a little), Grimm, Rondon, Castillo...

As far as the actual games, Bonifacio has been fun to watch, both the good (getting on a base a shitton) and the bad (getting hilariously picked off), Samardzija has been amazing and Rizzo's ABs are good stuff.

So no, I don't wish it was over, though I still get worked up when I'm following a game and they blow it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on May 15, 2014, 12:04:32 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2014, 11:45:30 AM
Is it only me, or does anyone else wish that this season was over already?

Absolutely not. I haven't watched a game since early April so it's not really bothering me in the least. I'm in no hurry to skip an entire summer after the winter we've just had though - especially since Spring is probably a pipe dream at this point anyway.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on May 15, 2014, 03:39:44 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on May 15, 2014, 12:04:32 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 15, 2014, 11:45:30 AM
Is it only me, or does anyone else wish that this season was over already?

Absolutely not. I haven't watched a game since early April so it's not really bothering me in the least. I'm in no hurry to skip an entire summer after the winter we've just had though - especially since Spring is probably a pipe dream at this point anyway.

Also, I want to enjoy every second of Eli's DOOOOOOOOM.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 15, 2014, 04:17:51 PM
Can we write about this somewhere else?  Only, every time I see that this thread has been posted on, I get my hopes up.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on May 15, 2014, 09:02:52 PM
Tonker's hope.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 10, 2014, 03:18:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm (one year with an option for second year)
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart (acquired via trade) — but re-signed, I suppose
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

They got a good year out of Dioner, so that signing was a success. They just didn't trade him. Schierholtz was better last year so hopefully they can still move him for something useful next month.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:23:28 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Why is Dioner Navarro in the "Bad" column?

E:F;B


Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:23:37 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 10, 2014, 03:18:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm (one year with an option for second year)
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart (acquired via trade)
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

They got a good year out of Dioner, so that signing was a success. They just didn't trade him. Schierholtz was better last year so hopefully they can still move him for something useful next month.

Way to move the conversation forward. Keep up the good work.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:26:23 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

So why are Bonifacio, Hammel, and Schierholtz on your "Good" list?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 10, 2014, 03:27:50 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:26:23 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

So why are Bonifacio, Hammel, and Schierholtz on your "Good" list?

Keep the conversation moving, man. Pick it up.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:30:30 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:26:23 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

So why are Bonifacio, Hammel, and Schierholtz on your "Good" list?

Shierholtz - re-signed.
Hammel - poised for good return
Bonifacio - poised for something
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 10, 2014, 03:32:01 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

So stopgap production for one season doesn't qualify as getting something in return? Or do you think they should have deemed Dioner "worth keeping" to the tune of two years, $8MM? Have I moved your stupid conversation far enough yet, assface?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on June 10, 2014, 03:33:49 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 10, 2014, 03:32:01 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

So stopgap production for one season doesn't qualify as getting something in return? Or do you think they should have deemed Dioner "worth keeping" to the tune of two years, $8MM? Have I moved your stupid conversation far enough yet, assface?

Pen's been PWNED, Chucky-On-Yeti Style.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:37:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:30:30 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:26:23 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

So why are Bonifacio, Hammel, and Schierholtz on your "Good" list?

Shierholtz - re-signed. (to another 1-year deal)
Hammel - poised for good return
Bonifacio - poised for something

I'm with Sterling here. And if you're going off of theoretical returns, then it's a bit premature to close the books on Coghlan.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on June 10, 2014, 03:44:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

I think we need a "meh" category. That's my only suggestion.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 10, 2014, 03:50:05 PM
Look I'd like to agree with Pen that this regime has generally been good about taking low-risk fliers on potentially flippable assets and then being able to flip those assets.

But I also would like to endorse this strategy of picking everything else Pen has said apart and calling him an assface.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:59:21 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 10, 2014, 03:50:05 PM
Look I'd like to agree with Pen that this regime has generally been good about taking low-risk fliers on potentially flippable assets and then being able to flip those assets.

But I also would like to endorse this strategy of picking everything else Pen has said apart and calling him an assface.

I agree. Is this the point where we mention that Sweeney and Fujikawa are on two year deals? And Wesley Wright wants to know who he's gotta bang to get rated.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 10, 2014, 04:02:28 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:59:21 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 10, 2014, 03:50:05 PM
Look I'd like to agree with Pen that this regime has generally been good about taking low-risk fliers on potentially flippable assets and then being able to flip those assets.

But I also would like to endorse this strategy of picking everything else Pen has said apart and calling him an assface.

I agree. Is this the point where we mention that Sweeney and Fujikawa are on two year deals? And Wesley Wright wants to know who he's gotta bang to get rated.

Did we not also have to deal with the Ian Stewart Experience for more than one year as well? I feel like Pen (or Ol' Assface as we like to call him) spent very little time properly researching this list. Perhaps he used Chuck's datase.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 04:18:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 10, 2014, 04:02:28 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:59:21 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 10, 2014, 03:50:05 PM
Look I'd like to agree with Pen that this regime has generally been good about taking low-risk fliers on potentially flippable assets and then being able to flip those assets.

But I also would like to endorse this strategy of picking everything else Pen has said apart and calling him an assface.

I agree. Is this the point where we mention that Sweeney and Fujikawa are on two year deals? And Wesley Wright wants to know who he's gotta bang to get rated.

Did we not also have to deal with the Ian Stewart Experience for more than one year as well? I feel like Pen (or Ol' Assface as we like to call him) spent very little time properly researching this list. Perhaps he used Chuck's datase.

Ahem

Quote from: Assface
I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on June 10, 2014, 04:26:25 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 10, 2014, 03:32:01 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:24:51 PM
Quote from: R-V on June 10, 2014, 03:23:10 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 10, 2014, 03:02:57 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 10, 2014, 02:28:44 PM
Jose Veras

What's the track record on 1-year signings so far?

Not including any trades or larger deals. Just the quick gambles that seem to be generally to turn into prospects (or guys they can keep.)

Good:
Paul Maholm
Jason Hammel
Scott Feldman
Emilio Bonifacio
Nate Schierholtz (if there was a "meh" category, he's there, but he's more good than bad.)

Bad:
Jose Veras
Scott Baker
James McDonald
Ian Stewart
Kyuji Fujikawa
Chris Coghlan
Dioner Navarro (played decent, nothing in return)
John Baker
George Kotteras
Joe Mather
Ryan Sweeney
Brent Lillibridge

I'm sure I'm missing about 20 guys, but that's quick check.
Considering the low-risk nature of all of these, that feels like decent return to me (having done no comparison analysis of other teams.)

Dioner in the bad category? You go straight to hell. Dioner was awesome. I don't think 1-year deals should be judged solely on whether they got something in return. They paid the guy less than $2 M and got almost $9 M of value (http://www.fangraphs.com/statss.aspx?playerid=3179&position=C) out of him.

Isn't that the point of this whole thing?

Either they get something in return or deem the guy worth keeping?

So stopgap production for one season doesn't qualify as getting something in return? Or do you think they should have deemed Dioner "worth keeping" to the tune of two years, $8MM? Have I moved your stupid conversation far enough yet, assface?

(http://i.imgur.com/WBdWNql.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 10, 2014, 04:27:59 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 10, 2014, 04:02:28 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on June 10, 2014, 03:59:21 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 10, 2014, 03:50:05 PM
Look I'd like to agree with Pen that this regime has generally been good about taking low-risk fliers on potentially flippable assets and then being able to flip those assets.

But I also would like to endorse this strategy of picking everything else Pen has said apart and calling him an assface.

I agree. Is this the point where we mention that Sweeney and Fujikawa are on two year deals? And Wesley Wright wants to know who he's gotta bang to get rated.

Did we not also have to deal with the Ian Stewart Experience for more than one year as well? I feel like Pen (or Ol' Assface as we like to call him) spent very little time properly researching this list. Perhaps he used Chuck's datase.

Yeah, I'm not so sure Stewart really counts for this lofty and important discourse.  He's not really a "quick gamble" since they traded for him instead of just paying cash.  Anyway, what's important is we got to enjoy one and a half years of the Ian Stewart Experience before he ripped the front office on Twitter and got his ass released (http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2013-06-11/sports/chi-chicago-cubs-stewart-twitter-20130611_1_president-theo-epstein-first-cubs-player-triple-a-iowa) in June 2013, a year to the day tomorrow.

Quote from: Yeti on June 10, 2014, 04:26:25 PM
(http://i.imgur.com/WBdWNql.jpg)

#blessed
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2014, 11:09:50 AM
Patrick Mannelly (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/chi-patrick-mannelly-retires-20140620,0,5347562.story)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 04, 2014, 11:00:17 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Where the hell is Bort?

Some barbecue for suburban statists?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 11:27:02 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

I think I hope Straily isn't Travis Wood 2.0.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 04, 2014, 11:28:04 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 11:27:02 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

I think I hope Straily isn't Travis Wood 2.0.

My bad, I meant Kershaw 2.0.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 05, 2014, 08:15:18 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

The Cubs won't need pitchers because they basically have all the hitters now, so how is anyone going to score against them?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 05, 2014, 08:28:51 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on July 04, 2014, 11:00:17 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Where the hell is Bort?

Some barbecue for suburban statists?

I am smoking a brisket right now.

AND STROKING MY SHADENFREUDEBONER.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 05, 2014, 10:18:08 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 05, 2014, 08:15:18 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

The Cubs won't need pitchers because they basically have all the hitters now, so how is anyone going to score against them?

Shortstops.  We need more shortstops.  You can never have too many shortstops. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on July 05, 2014, 10:45:40 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 05, 2014, 10:18:08 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 05, 2014, 08:15:18 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

The Cubs won't need pitchers because they basically have all the hitters now, so how is anyone going to score against them?

Shortstops.  We need more shortstops.  You can never have too many shortstops. 

They can always flip one in a trade for a pitcher like Samardzija.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 05, 2014, 11:02:26 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 05, 2014, 10:18:08 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 05, 2014, 08:15:18 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

The Cubs won't need pitchers because they basically have all the hitters now, so how is anyone going to score against them?

Shortstops.  We need more shortstops.  You can never have too many shortstops. 

If someone can play shortstop, they can probably play anywhere else.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on July 05, 2014, 11:08:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 05, 2014, 11:02:26 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 05, 2014, 10:18:08 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 05, 2014, 08:15:18 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

The Cubs won't need pitchers because they basically have all the hitters now, so how is anyone going to score against them?

Shortstops.  We need more shortstops.  You can never have too many shortstops. 

If someone can play shortstop, they can probably play anywhere else.

The best kid on every little league team plays shortstop, and I played right field.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 05, 2014, 02:45:05 PM
Quote from: Tony on July 05, 2014, 11:08:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 05, 2014, 11:02:26 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 05, 2014, 10:18:08 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 05, 2014, 08:15:18 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 04, 2014, 11:18:58 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Since the Blue Jays weren't going to give up Stroman or Sanchez, Russell is a pretty good get.  Thought they'd target a pitcher as the centerpiece, but adding a 20-year-old consensus top 20 prospect regardless of position isn't a bad idea.  According to Jason Parks (https://twitter.com/ProfessorParks) the Cubs will now have #3, #5, #6, and #18 in BP's midseason Top 50.  And Straily could be Travis Wood 2.0.

What do you morans think?

The Cubs won't need pitchers because they basically have all the hitters now, so how is anyone going to score against them?

Shortstops.  We need more shortstops.  You can never have too many shortstops. 

If someone can play shortstop, they can probably play anywhere else.

The best kid on every little league team plays shortstop, and I played right field.

Shortstops have good arms, ergo Baez, Russell, and Castro will pitch every fifth day. Obviously Chris Rusin is your ace so you only need one more starter, NBD.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 06, 2014, 10:35:12 AM
Damn.  This article really makes me feel good.  If I can only hang on until 2017. 
http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/writer/jon-heyman/24608387/as-make-themselves-the-2014-favorite-but-cubs-may-have-won-deal
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:32:12 PM
DPD (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AOE9Gpv6Ho&feature=youtu.be&t=6s)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:34:01 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

(http://reactiongifs.me/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/friday-champagne-celebration-partying-steve-carell-tgif.gif)

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 22, 2014, 02:49:38 PM
NOT GONE YET! I'm not celebrating until he's not a Cub (hopefully a Cardinal who strikes out to end their season).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 22, 2014, 03:50:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:34:01 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

(http://reactiongifs.me/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/friday-champagne-celebration-partying-steve-carell-tgif.gif)



Olt next, please.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 22, 2014, 04:47:12 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

I always thought Don Kessinger was the Cubs' gold standard for an all-glove/no hit infielder. But then I looked, and Kessinger even out-hit Barney.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 22, 2014, 07:22:10 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 22, 2014, 03:50:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:34:01 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

(http://reactiongifs.me/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/friday-champagne-celebration-partying-steve-carell-tgif.gif)



Olt next, please.

DFA? No. Iowa? More likely.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 22, 2014, 11:55:23 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 22, 2014, 07:22:10 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 22, 2014, 03:50:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:34:01 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

(http://reactiongifs.me/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/friday-champagne-celebration-partying-steve-carell-tgif.gif)



Olt next, please.

DFA? No. Iowa? More likely.

Obvious move is obvious. Nailed it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 23, 2014, 12:07:24 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 22, 2014, 02:49:38 PM
NOT GONE YET! I'm not celebrating until he's not a Cub (hopefully a Cardinal who strikes out to end their season).

Do not tempt the Gods.

(http://cdn.ph.upi.com/collection/fp/upi/5768/60593bdab8821c3c6c85f0039b040415/Cardinals-Rangers-headed-to-the-World-Series_2_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 23, 2014, 08:56:59 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 22, 2014, 03:50:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:34:01 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

(http://reactiongifs.me/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/friday-champagne-celebration-partying-steve-carell-tgif.gif)



Olt next, please.

Does Theo visit Desipio?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 23, 2014, 09:12:47 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 23, 2014, 08:56:59 AM
Quote from: CBStew on July 22, 2014, 03:50:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:34:01 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 22, 2014, 02:28:00 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 22, 2014, 02:27:18 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 22, 2014, 02:24:18 PM
Darwin F. Barney

Guess Mendy's never going back to Des Moines.

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

(http://reactiongifs.me/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/friday-champagne-celebration-partying-steve-carell-tgif.gif)



Olt next, please.

Does Theo visit Desipio?


He fired the guy who printed out the posts and brought them to him each morning.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 28, 2014, 02:27:56 PM
Darwin Barney, officially (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/la/dodgers-acquire-darwin-barney-for-player-to-be-named?ymd=20140728&content_id=86718304&vkey=news_la).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 03:28:07 PM
Bonerface and James Russell
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:00:01 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 03:28:07 PM
Bonerface and James Russell

Link?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 04:21:05 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:00:01 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 03:28:07 PM
Bonerface and James Russell

Link?

theinternet.com
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:41:46 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 04:21:05 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:00:01 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 03:28:07 PM
Bonerface and James Russell

Link?

theinternet.com

What's that, your touching little kids blog?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 31, 2014, 04:59:46 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:41:46 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 04:21:05 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:00:01 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 03:28:07 PM
Bonerface and James Russell

Link?

theinternet.com

What's that, your touching little kids blog?

linksfrom.theinternet.com/thelinktothestorywherethecubstradedbonerfaceandrussell.html?commonyeti=yes&epstink=terrible (http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article/chc/cubs-deal-emilio-bonifacio-james-russell-to-braves-for-prospect-victor-caratini?ymd=20140731&content_id=87241118&vkey=news_chc)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 31, 2014, 05:28:18 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:41:46 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 04:21:05 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:00:01 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 31, 2014, 03:28:07 PM
Bonerface and James Russell

Link?

theinternet.com

What's that, your touching little kids blog?

It actually doesn't work at all. 

What the fuck, Yeti?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 31, 2014, 09:37:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 31, 2014, 05:28:18 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 31, 2014, 04:41:46 PM
What's that, your touching little kids blog?

It actually doesn't work at all. 

What the fuck, Yeti?

Why don't you have a seat, right over there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 04, 2014, 05:04:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.

I'm fairly certain I remember Sappelt, but I'm not willing to bet money on it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 04, 2014, 05:15:48 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 04, 2014, 05:04:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.

I'm fairly certain I remember Sappelt, but I'm not willing to bet money on it.

I actually remember like 3-4 of those guys, but "J.C. Boscan" is absolutely a fictional person.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on August 04, 2014, 05:31:17 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.

Alberto Gonzalez came up for a bit, but couldn't grasp anything to his left. [/FORKJOKES]
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on August 04, 2014, 05:39:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 04, 2014, 05:15:48 PM
Quote from: Bort on August 04, 2014, 05:04:38 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.

I'm fairly certain I remember Sappelt, but I'm not willing to bet money on it.

I actually remember like 3-4 of those guys, but "J.C. Boscan" is absolutely a fictional person.

I ell oh elled.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 04, 2014, 09:00:24 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.

That's why this season has been enjoyable. It's night and day between this year and last. Goddamn it I love when a plan starts comin together.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on August 04, 2014, 10:18:41 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 04, 2014, 09:00:24 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.

That's why this season has been enjoyable. It's night and day between this year and last. Goddamn it I love when a plan starts comin together.

I'm going to have the theme from "The A-Team" playing in my head for the rest of the season.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 04, 2014, 11:31:24 PM
Quote from: flannj on August 04, 2014, 10:18:41 PM
Quote from: Slaky on August 04, 2014, 09:00:24 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 04, 2014, 04:39:06 PM
DPD.  I was looking at Baseball Reference's 2013 Cubs page and the following is a list of players who actually played for them last year that I have zero memory of:

OF Julio Borbon
OF Dave Sappelt
IF Alberto Gonzalez
OF Cole Gillespie
C J.C. Boscan
LF Thomas Neal
P Kameron Loe
P Eduardo Sanchez
P Henry Rodriguez
P Chang-Yong Lim

I'm pretty sure every one of these men is now dead.  RIP.

That's why this season has been enjoyable. It's night and day between this year and last. Goddamn it I love when a plan starts comin together.

I'm going to have the theme from "The A-Team" playing in my head for the rest of the season.

(http://i.imgur.com/haIVupS.gif)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on August 05, 2014, 06:41:30 AM
Don't we all, Slak? (http://youtu.be/FPQlXNH36mI)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.


Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 06, 2014, 02:18:59 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.

Schierholtz indeed.

Later on, butthole.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tony on August 08, 2014, 09:38:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 06, 2014, 02:18:59 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.

Schierholtz indeed.

Later on, butthole.

So I'm late for my flight out of Denver and the only way I'm going to make it through security in time is to go through the "premium member" or whatever line that is really short because only rich people can afford those tickets. I end up next to a guy with a shaved head and a beard as we're taking our belts and shoes off. I have always said that Nate Schierholtz was the most forgettable Cub I had seen play, and that I wouldn't recognize him if he walked into my apartment. He had a look on his face that said "please don't let this idiot in a Cubs hat recognize me" so of course I asked him if he was who I thought he was. Then I felt bad that he was at the airport because he just got fired and the last thing you want is to be recognized as the guy that just got fired. Especially as your awkwardly walking around in your socks on a dirty airport floor. So I said something stupid about hearing that he was released and that sucks and thanked him for being a solid player for "us" and asked him if he had news about being picked up. He told me he wouldn't know for a few days and then I wished him luck as I put my belt back on and ran off to my gate. He was a nice guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 08, 2014, 09:44:59 AM
Quote from: Tony on August 08, 2014, 09:38:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 06, 2014, 02:18:59 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.

Schierholtz indeed.

Later on, butthole.

So I'm late for my flight out of Denver and the only way I'm going to make it through security in time is to go through the "premium member" or whatever line that is really short because only rich people can afford those tickets. I end up next to a guy with a shaved head and a beard as we're taking our belts and shoes off. I have always said that Nate Schierholtz was the most forgettable Cub I had seen play, and that I wouldn't recognize him if he walked into my apartment. He had a look on his face that said "please don't let this idiot in a Cubs hat recognize me" so of course I asked him if he was who I thought he was. Then I felt bad that he was at the airport because he just got fired and the last thing you want is to be recognized as the guy that just got fired. Especially as your awkwardly walking around in your socks on a dirty airport floor. So I said something stupid about hearing that he was released and that sucks and thanked him for being a solid player for "us" and asked him if he had news about being picked up. He told me he wouldn't know for a few days and then I wished him luck as I put my belt back on and ran off to my gate. He was a nice guy.

You should have asked him if Baez is a nice guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 08, 2014, 09:47:37 AM
Quote from: Tony on August 08, 2014, 09:38:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 06, 2014, 02:18:59 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.

Schierholtz indeed.

Later on, butthole.

So I'm late for my flight out of Denver and the only way I'm going to make it through security in time is to go through the "premium member" or whatever line that is really short because only rich people can afford those tickets. I end up next to a guy with a shaved head and a beard as we're taking our belts and shoes off. I have always said that Nate Schierholtz was the most forgettable Cub I had seen play, and that I wouldn't recognize him if he walked into my apartment. He had a look on his face that said "please don't let this idiot in a Cubs hat recognize me" so of course I asked him if he was who I thought he was. Then I felt bad that he was at the airport because he just got fired and the last thing you want is to be recognized as the guy that just got fired. Especially as your awkwardly walking around in your socks on a dirty airport floor. So I said something stupid about hearing that he was released and that sucks and thanked him for being a solid player for "us" and asked him if he had news about being picked up. He told me he wouldn't know for a few days and then I wished him luck as I put my belt back on and ran off to my gate. He was a nice guy.

Sucker. Takes me way less time to get through security.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 08, 2014, 10:38:51 AM
Quote from: Fork on August 08, 2014, 09:44:59 AM
Quote from: Tony on August 08, 2014, 09:38:57 AM
So I'm late for my flight out of Denver and the only way I'm going to make it through security in time is to go through the "premium member" or whatever line that is really short because only rich people can afford those tickets. I end up next to a guy with a shaved head and a beard as we're taking our belts and shoes off. I have always said that Nate Schierholtz was the most forgettable Cub I had seen play, and that I wouldn't recognize him if he walked into my apartment. He had a look on his face that said "please don't let this idiot in a Cubs hat recognize me" so of course I asked him if he was who I thought he was. Then I felt bad that he was at the airport because he just got fired and the last thing you want is to be recognized as the guy that just got fired. Especially as your awkwardly walking around in your socks on a dirty airport floor. So I said something stupid about hearing that he was released and that sucks and thanked him for being a solid player for "us" and asked him if he had news about being picked up. He told me he wouldn't know for a few days and then I wished him luck as I put my belt back on and ran off to my gate. He was a nice guy.

You should have asked him if Baez is a nice guy.

Intrepid Reader: Gil Gunderson

"Should have snuck a pic of his wife's ass."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on August 08, 2014, 01:16:47 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 08, 2014, 09:47:37 AM
Quote from: Tony on August 08, 2014, 09:38:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 06, 2014, 02:18:59 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.

Schierholtz indeed.

Later on, butthole.

So I'm late for my flight out of Denver and the only way I'm going to make it through security in time is to go through the "premium member" or whatever line that is really short because only rich people can afford those tickets. I end up next to a guy with a shaved head and a beard as we're taking our belts and shoes off. I have always said that Nate Schierholtz was the most forgettable Cub I had seen play, and that I wouldn't recognize him if he walked into my apartment. He had a look on his face that said "please don't let this idiot in a Cubs hat recognize me" so of course I asked him if he was who I thought he was. Then I felt bad that he was at the airport because he just got fired and the last thing you want is to be recognized as the guy that just got fired. Especially as your awkwardly walking around in your socks on a dirty airport floor. So I said something stupid about hearing that he was released and that sucks and thanked him for being a solid player for "us" and asked him if he had news about being picked up. He told me he wouldn't know for a few days and then I wished him luck as I put my belt back on and ran off to my gate. He was a nice guy.

Sucker. Takes me way less time to get through security.

It is kind of insulting for me to go through security.  They think that I am too old to be a terrorist, so I don't have to take anything off.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on August 08, 2014, 01:39:36 PM
Ryan Kalish
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on August 08, 2014, 03:19:00 PM
Cub fan sadness.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on August 08, 2014, 07:44:59 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 08, 2014, 09:47:37 AM
Quote from: Tony on August 08, 2014, 09:38:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 06, 2014, 02:18:59 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.

Schierholtz indeed.

Later on, butthole.

So I'm late for my flight out of Denver and the only way I'm going to make it through security in time is to go through the "premium member" or whatever line that is really short because only rich people can afford those tickets. I end up next to a guy with a shaved head and a beard as we're taking our belts and shoes off. I have always said that Nate Schierholtz was the most forgettable Cub I had seen play, and that I wouldn't recognize him if he walked into my apartment. He had a look on his face that said "please don't let this idiot in a Cubs hat recognize me" so of course I asked him if he was who I thought he was. Then I felt bad that he was at the airport because he just got fired and the last thing you want is to be recognized as the guy that just got fired. Especially as your awkwardly walking around in your socks on a dirty airport floor. So I said something stupid about hearing that he was released and that sucks and thanked him for being a solid player for "us" and asked him if he had news about being picked up. He told me he wouldn't know for a few days and then I wished him luck as I put my belt back on and ran off to my gate. He was a nice guy.

Sucker. Takes me way less time to get through security.

I didn't even know Greyhound had security.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on August 08, 2014, 09:27:27 PM
Quote from: Shooter on August 08, 2014, 07:44:59 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 08, 2014, 09:47:37 AM
Quote from: Tony on August 08, 2014, 09:38:57 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 06, 2014, 02:18:59 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 03:35:00 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on August 05, 2014, 02:46:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 01:00:02 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on August 05, 2014, 12:53:54 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 05, 2014, 12:49:53 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on August 05, 2014, 12:42:00 PM
Cubs currently have 39 guys on the 40-man roster. 
When Baez gets officially called up today, that makes 40. 

Today is also Fujikawa's last day on the 60-day DL before they have to make a decision whether to put him back on the 40-man.

So, point is - SOMEONE is getting DFA'd today or getting exposed to the Rule V draft. 

Most likely candidates from the 40-man:  (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/team/roster_40man.jsp?c_id=chc)
Chris Rusin
Ryan Sweeney
Josh Vitters (who I actually think would probably get claimed in the Rule V)
Brett Jackson
Nate Schierholtz

Those are my best guesses.

Just priming this thread for a possible new member later today.




I checked B-R to see what Vitters was doing in Iowa and saw that in his brief cup of coffee with the Cubs a few years ago he managed an OPS+ of 7. I laughed. /end story.

In 109 PA, which is not exactly a vanishingly small sample size.

33 K, 7 BB.

He has actually been pretty decent the last couple of weeks in Iowa, but if they don't send him to the Marlins for Jacob Turner they need to be prepared for someone to take him in the the Rule V draft.

Which is probably a big "who cares" except that he's only 24, so maybe there's still a chance. 

DPD.

We've got Lake in the lineup today AND Fujikawa is supposedly at Coors Field.

Meaning, we're looking at probably the end of BOTH the Sweeney and Rusin eras. 

Intrepid Reader: cubfaninhydepark

Epstink is terrible.

Meh...whole lotta nothing.

Blake Parker gets sent down (again) for Baez.
Fujikawa not getting activated today.

If it happens tomorrow, which is likely since he's here, then someone will have to get DFA'd.

Internet thinking is that it's most likely Jimmy Butthole Thunder Nate Schierholtz.

Schierholtz indeed.

Later on, butthole.

So I'm late for my flight out of Denver and the only way I'm going to make it through security in time is to go through the "premium member" or whatever line that is really short because only rich people can afford those tickets. I end up next to a guy with a shaved head and a beard as we're taking our belts and shoes off. I have always said that Nate Schierholtz was the most forgettable Cub I had seen play, and that I wouldn't recognize him if he walked into my apartment. He had a look on his face that said "please don't let this idiot in a Cubs hat recognize me" so of course I asked him if he was who I thought he was. Then I felt bad that he was at the airport because he just got fired and the last thing you want is to be recognized as the guy that just got fired. Especially as your awkwardly walking around in your socks on a dirty airport floor. So I said something stupid about hearing that he was released and that sucks and thanked him for being a solid player for "us" and asked him if he had news about being picked up. He told me he wouldn't know for a few days and then I wished him luck as I put my belt back on and ran off to my gate. He was a nice guy.

Sucker. Takes me way less time to get through security.

I didn't even know Greyhound had security.

Yellow Cab security.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on August 15, 2014, 12:03:39 AM
Brett Jackson (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/08/diamondbacks-acquire-brett-jackson-from-cubs.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 15, 2014, 02:32:02 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on August 15, 2014, 12:03:39 AM
Brett Jackson (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/08/diamondbacks-acquire-brett-jackson-from-cubs.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook).

Nice choice, Jim.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on August 15, 2014, 05:29:01 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on August 15, 2014, 02:32:02 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on August 15, 2014, 12:03:39 AM
Brett Jackson (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2014/08/diamondbacks-acquire-brett-jackson-from-cubs.html?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=facebook).

Nice choice, Jim BC.

Keeper'd
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on September 28, 2014, 06:06:25 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Guys, leave CFiHP alone. He's clearly upset that his beloved Rockies are wasting their time with this detritus from the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 30, 2014, 08:43:19 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

You gotta be shitting me. Are you Paul?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on September 30, 2014, 09:03:07 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Yet they didn't want Jacob Turner, who has a ton more upside. The rockies are outside the box thinkers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 30, 2014, 09:27:03 AM
Quote from: BH on September 30, 2014, 09:03:07 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Yet they didn't want Jacob Turner, who has a ton more upside. The rockies are outside the box thinkers.

Jacob Turner who has a six plus ERA? That guy? HE STINKS. THE CUBS ARE FUCKED.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on September 30, 2014, 11:11:02 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 30, 2014, 09:27:03 AM
Quote from: BH on September 30, 2014, 09:03:07 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Yet they didn't want Jacob Turner, who has a ton more upside. The rockies are outside the box thinkers.

Jacob Turner who has a six plus ERA? That guy? HE STINKS. THE CUBS ARE FUCKED.

I was pretty certain that CFiHP was joking about the Rusin thing. I even laughed. Let me find out he was serious.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on September 30, 2014, 11:15:43 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 30, 2014, 11:11:02 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 30, 2014, 09:27:03 AM
Quote from: BH on September 30, 2014, 09:03:07 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Yet they didn't want Jacob Turner, who has a ton more upside. The rockies are outside the box thinkers.

Jacob Turner who has a six plus ERA? That guy? HE STINKS. THE CUBS ARE FUCKED.

I was pretty certain that CFiHP was joking about the Rusin thing. I even laughed. Let me find out he was serious.

I also laughed at that rare moment of humility/humor/whatever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 30, 2014, 11:30:06 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 30, 2014, 11:15:43 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 30, 2014, 11:11:02 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 30, 2014, 09:27:03 AM
Quote from: BH on September 30, 2014, 09:03:07 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Yet they didn't want Jacob Turner, who has a ton more upside. The rockies are outside the box thinkers.

Jacob Turner who has a six plus ERA? That guy? HE STINKS. THE CUBS ARE FUCKED.

I was pretty certain that CFiHP was joking about the Rusin thing. I even laughed. Let me find out he was serious.

I also laughed at that rare moment of humility/humor/whatever.

It's what's convinced me that we've been duped and CFiHP has been trolling us the ENTIRE TIME.

Paul would be proud of such expert-level trollery.  In fact, I'm surprised it hasn't garnered a mention in Variety by now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on September 30, 2014, 12:53:11 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 30, 2014, 11:30:06 AM
It's what's convinced me that we've been duped and CFiHP has been trolling us the ENTIRE TIME.

He's definitely been trolling for years.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on September 30, 2014, 12:53:49 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 30, 2014, 11:30:06 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 30, 2014, 11:15:43 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 30, 2014, 11:11:02 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 30, 2014, 09:27:03 AM
Quote from: BH on September 30, 2014, 09:03:07 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Yet they didn't want Jacob Turner, who has a ton more upside. The rockies are outside the box thinkers.

Jacob Turner who has a six plus ERA? That guy? HE STINKS. THE CUBS ARE FUCKED.

I was pretty certain that CFiHP was joking about the Rusin thing. I even laughed. Let me find out he was serious.

I also laughed at that rare moment of humility/humor/whatever.

It's what's convinced me that we've been duped and CFiHP has been trolling us the ENTIRE TIME.

Paul would be proud of such expert-level trollery.  In fact, I'm surprised it hasn't garnered a mention in Variety by now.

Did he rebut the arguments of multiple debaters from the CHUD forums with mere sophistry?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 30, 2014, 12:57:50 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 30, 2014, 12:53:49 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 30, 2014, 11:30:06 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 30, 2014, 11:15:43 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 30, 2014, 11:11:02 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 30, 2014, 09:27:03 AM
Quote from: BH on September 30, 2014, 09:03:07 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2014, 04:55:16 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2014, 02:52:46 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2014, 01:07:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on September 27, 2014, 09:51:53 PM
Chris Rusin

Fuck.

Good pickup for the Rockies. When you come across a pitcher who posted a 4.63 FIP and 2.55 K/BB rate at AAA as a 27 year-old, boy-how you gotta get that guy.

The Rockies have sent a clear signal to the division and the rest of the league: they're serious, and they GET IT.

Yet they didn't want Jacob Turner, who has a ton more upside. The rockies are outside the box thinkers.

Jacob Turner who has a six plus ERA? That guy? HE STINKS. THE CUBS ARE FUCKED.

I was pretty certain that CFiHP was joking about the Rusin thing. I even laughed. Let me find out he was serious.

I also laughed at that rare moment of humility/humor/whatever.

It's what's convinced me that we've been duped and CFiHP has been trolling us the ENTIRE TIME.

Paul would be proud of such expert-level trollery.  In fact, I'm surprised it hasn't garnered a mention in Variety by now.

Did he rebut the arguments of multiple debaters from the CHUD forums with mere sophistry?

Natch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on October 07, 2014, 01:16:27 PM
Bill Mueller (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-hitting-coach-mueller-resigns-20141007-story.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 07, 2014, 01:33:24 PM
Quote from: flannj on October 07, 2014, 01:16:27 PM
Bill Mueller (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-hitting-coach-mueller-resigns-20141007-story.html)

Oh my God they're going to make Manny the hitting coach. This will be amazing.

ETA: Nevermind (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/519529356214161408), because nothing can be fun.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on October 07, 2014, 01:57:03 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 07, 2014, 01:33:24 PM
Quote from: flannj on October 07, 2014, 01:16:27 PM
Bill Mueller (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-hitting-coach-mueller-resigns-20141007-story.html)

Oh my God they're going to make Manny the hitting coach. This will be amazing.

ETA: Nevermind (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/519529356214161408), because nothing can be fun.

An established guy? A sage? A guy who has his one eye on the ball and the other on Illinois' unemployment rates? Right that WRONG, Theo (http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/team/coach_staff_bio.jsp?c_id=atl&coachorstaffid=113794)!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on October 07, 2014, 01:58:32 PM
I can't believe BH hasn't made a Rudy Jaramillo "joke" yet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BH on October 07, 2014, 02:29:29 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on October 07, 2014, 01:58:32 PM
I can't believe BH hasn't made a Rudy Jaramillo *joke* yet.

He was great. That's no joke.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on October 07, 2014, 04:12:42 PM
Quote from: Brownie on October 07, 2014, 01:57:03 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 07, 2014, 01:33:24 PM
Quote from: flannj on October 07, 2014, 01:16:27 PM
Bill Mueller (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/chi-cubs-hitting-coach-mueller-resigns-20141007-story.html)

Oh my God they're going to make Manny the hitting coach. This will be amazing.

ETA: Nevermind (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/519529356214161408), because nothing can be fun.

An established guy? A sage? A guy who has his one eye on the ball and the other on Illinois' unemployment rates? Right that WRONG, Theo (http://atlanta.braves.mlb.com/team/coach_staff_bio.jsp?c_id=atl&coachorstaffid=113794)!

Him? My fucken ass!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 18, 2014, 01:49:12 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.

But this is their 3rd pennant in 5 years. How can there be new bandwagoners?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 20, 2014, 05:24:46 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 18, 2014, 01:49:12 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.

But this is their 3rd pennant in 5 years. How can there be new bandwagoners?

I don't know... does finally joining the bandwagon after three pennants make you more, or less bandwaggony?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on October 20, 2014, 08:37:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 20, 2014, 05:24:46 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 18, 2014, 01:49:12 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.

But this is their 3rd pennant in 5 years. How can there be new bandwagoners?

I don't know... does finally joining the bandwagon after three pennants make you more, or less bandwaggony?

The thing about bandwagons is you're free to jump on or off whenever it suits you. The choice is yours. So those folks probably purchase their Giants shirseys at whatever boutique is gluing sequins to them every other year come pennant-winning time. It's a wonderful time to be alive.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on October 20, 2014, 09:08:29 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on October 20, 2014, 08:37:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 20, 2014, 05:24:46 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 18, 2014, 01:49:12 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.

But this is their 3rd pennant in 5 years. How can there be new bandwagoners?

I don't know... does finally joining the bandwagon after three pennants make you more, or less bandwaggony?

The thing about bandwagons is you're free to jump on or off whenever it suits you. The choice is yours. So those folks probably purchase their Giants shirseys at whatever boutique is gluing sequins to them every other year come pennant-winning time. It's a wonderful time to be alive.

Like watching Moses come down from Mount Sinai in a Cavs jersey.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on October 20, 2014, 09:36:56 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on October 20, 2014, 09:08:29 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on October 20, 2014, 08:37:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 20, 2014, 05:24:46 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 18, 2014, 01:49:12 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.

But this is their 3rd pennant in 5 years. How can there be new bandwagoners?

I don't know... does finally joining the bandwagon after three pennants make you more, or less bandwaggony?

The thing about bandwagons is you're free to jump on or off whenever it suits you. The choice is yours. So those folks probably purchase their Giants shirseys at whatever boutique is gluing sequins to them every other year come pennant-winning time. It's a wonderful time to be alive.

Like watching Moses come down from Mount Sinai in a Cavs jersey.

Quite.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 20, 2014, 02:31:17 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on October 20, 2014, 09:36:56 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on October 20, 2014, 09:08:29 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on October 20, 2014, 08:37:33 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 20, 2014, 05:24:46 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 18, 2014, 01:49:12 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.

But this is their 3rd pennant in 5 years. How can there be new bandwagoners?

I don't know... does finally joining the bandwagon after three pennants make you more, or less bandwaggony?

The thing about bandwagons is you're free to jump on or off whenever it suits you. The choice is yours. So those folks probably purchase their Giants shirseys at whatever boutique is gluing sequins to them every other year come pennant-winning time. It's a wonderful time to be alive.

Like watching Moses come down from Mount Sinai in a Cavs jersey.

Quite.

#NeverForget

(http://blacksportsonline.com/home/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/LeBron-Burned-Jersey.jpeg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on October 20, 2014, 04:33:39 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 20, 2014, 05:24:46 AM
Quote from: Fork on October 18, 2014, 01:49:12 PM
Quote from: CBStew on October 17, 2014, 08:54:55 PM
What I love about San Francisco is that it is one great big bandwagon.  People who have never set foot in AT&T Park came to work today in Giants' T shirts, and couldn't tell you the name of the starting shortstop.

But this is their 3rd pennant in 5 years. How can there be new bandwagoners?

I don't know... does finally joining the bandwagon after three pennants make you more, or less bandwaggony?

It'll be kind of cool when this question is being asked after a Cubs run like that.  Kinda cool.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 30, 2014, 05:55:36 PM
Kyuji Fujikawa (https://twitter.com/MDGonzales/status/527920229146320897).

...unless they re-sign him for less later. #NOTGONEYET
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 31, 2014, 02:14:49 PM
Rick Renteria.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on November 16, 2014, 04:02:52 PM
Arodys Vizcaino
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 16, 2014, 04:20:07 PM
Quote from: Slaky on November 16, 2014, 04:02:52 PM
Arodys Vizcaino

You know, when he came up he seemed OK, but wasn't this high-90s manbeast we'd all heard about.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BBM on December 03, 2014, 05:21:08 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

HANK WHITE AND MANNIE RODRIEGUES PLAYER COACHES MY FRENT
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 03, 2014, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

You know, it's not really a big deal, but Wright was their best lefty and has been pretty good for the last three years. I'm a little puzzled by that one.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 03, 2014, 08:32:12 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 03, 2014, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

You know, it's not really a big deal, but Wright was their best lefty and has been pretty good for the last three years. I'm a little puzzled by that one.

Maybe he was banging somebody's wife.

HEY DID YOU HEAR DAVE MARTINEZ MAY BE COMING BACK?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on December 03, 2014, 09:48:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 03, 2014, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

You know, it's not really a big deal, but Wright was their best lefty and has been pretty good for the last three years. I'm a little puzzled by that one.

Especially since they decided to keep Travis around for another year.  Whatever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 03, 2014, 10:19:15 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 03, 2014, 09:48:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 03, 2014, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

You know, it's not really a big deal, but Wright was their best lefty and has been pretty good for the last three years. I'm a little puzzled by that one.

Especially since they decided to keep Travis around for another year.  Whatever.

They kept him in case he bounces back because Crane has some boxes of "Cubs Fans have Got Wood" t-shirts gathering dust that he still hopes to move eventually.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2014, 11:04:47 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 03, 2014, 09:48:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 03, 2014, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

You know, it's not really a big deal, but Wright was their best lefty and has been pretty good for the last three years. I'm a little puzzled by that one.

Especially since they decided to keep Travis around for another year.  Whatever.

Gonna need space for Andrew Miller, Jon Lester, Max Scherzer, Jamie Shields, Cole Hamels, Melky Cabrera, Brandon McCarthy, and Miguel Montero, so they might as well start now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 03, 2014, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 03, 2014, 11:04:47 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 03, 2014, 09:48:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 03, 2014, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

You know, it's not really a big deal, but Wright was their best lefty and has been pretty good for the last three years. I'm a little puzzled by that one.

Especially since they decided to keep Travis around for another year.  Whatever.

Gonna need space for Andrew Miller, Jon Lester, Max Scherzer, Jamie Shields, Cole Hamels, Melky Cabrera, Brandon McCarthy, and Miguel Montero, so they might as well start now.
Baker was the only University of California Alum on the team.  He also had the best sense of humor on the team, something of inestimable importance when you are playing for the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2014, 10:19:40 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 03, 2014, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 03, 2014, 11:04:47 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 03, 2014, 09:48:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 03, 2014, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 03, 2014, 05:14:33 AM
LAWESLEY and John Baker. (http://espn.go.com/blog/chicago/cubs/post/_/id/28167/cubs-non-tender-john-baker-wesley-wright)

DAT EPSTINK LET DAT GUY BAKER JUST WALK AWAY FROM DA CUBS.  WHO DEY GONNA GET TO REPLACE HIS VETRAN PRESENTS AND MOXIE?  EPSTINK IS TERRIBLE MY FRENTS.

You know, it's not really a big deal, but Wright was their best lefty and has been pretty good for the last three years. I'm a little puzzled by that one.

Especially since they decided to keep Travis around for another year.  Whatever.

Gonna need space for Andrew Miller, Jon Lester, Max Scherzer, Jamie Shields, Cole Hamels, Melky Cabrera, Brandon McCarthy, and Miguel Montero, so they might as well start now.
Baker was the only University of California Alum on the team.  He also had the best sense of humor on the team, something of inestimable importance when you are playing for the Cubs.

Incorrect. A portable DVD player in the clubhouse playing Ryan Dempster's Harry Caray impressions on a loop has the best sense of humor on the team.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 05, 2014, 11:20:46 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

Everything is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 05, 2014, 11:40:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.

(http://americaswhiteboy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Ryan+Dempster+Trade+Rumors+Chicago+Cubs1.jpg)

(https://bennyblunders.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/ryandempster.jpg)

(http://img.bleacherreport.net/img/images/photos/002/575/446/ScreenShot2013-10-25at1.07.29PM_crop_north.jpg?w=422&h=281&q=75)

(http://i.imgur.com/XSTZJI0.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 05, 2014, 11:42:24 AM
Thanks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on December 05, 2014, 11:42:46 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.

Or, just don't care about his existence
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 05, 2014, 11:43:11 AM
Quote from: Yeti on December 05, 2014, 11:42:46 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.

Or, just don't care about his existence

One of those two, doesn't matter which...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 05, 2014, 07:35:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 05, 2014, 11:40:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.

(http://americaswhiteboy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Ryan+Dempster+Trade+Rumors+Chicago+Cubs1.jpg)

(https://bennyblunders.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/ryandempster.jpg)

(http://img.bleacherreport.net/img/images/photos/002/575/446/ScreenShot2013-10-25at1.07.29PM_crop_north.jpg?w=422&h=281&q=75)

(http://i.imgur.com/XSTZJI0.png)

*guffaws*

*snorts*

*pounds fist on table*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 05, 2014, 11:03:07 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 05, 2014, 11:40:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.

(http://americaswhiteboy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Ryan+Dempster+Trade+Rumors+Chicago+Cubs1.jpg)

(https://bennyblunders.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/ryandempster.jpg)

(http://img.bleacherreport.net/img/images/photos/002/575/446/ScreenShot2013-10-25at1.07.29PM_crop_north.jpg?w=422&h=281&q=75)

(http://i.imgur.com/XSTZJI0.png)

I wonder if you can get a suit made out of that material?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 06, 2014, 01:39:01 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 05, 2014, 11:03:07 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 05, 2014, 11:40:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.

(http://americaswhiteboy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Ryan+Dempster+Trade+Rumors+Chicago+Cubs1.jpg)

(https://bennyblunders.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/ryandempster.jpg)

(http://img.bleacherreport.net/img/images/photos/002/575/446/ScreenShot2013-10-25at1.07.29PM_crop_north.jpg?w=422&h=281&q=75)

(http://i.imgur.com/XSTZJI0.png)

I wonder if you can get a suit made out of that material?

A suit made out of Ryan Dempster?  Huey's waaaaaay ahead of you, Stew.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 06, 2014, 11:30:12 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 06, 2014, 01:39:01 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 05, 2014, 11:03:07 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 05, 2014, 11:40:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on December 05, 2014, 11:35:28 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 05, 2014, 11:12:05 AM
Quote from: Slaky on August 01, 2012, 10:10:32 AM
Hoyer confirms everything we surmised and rubs some balm on Huey's PANKRAGE - it appears that Dempster will never be back at Wrigley Field as a Cub as long as Jed and Theo are in charge.

NOT SO FAST. (https://twitter.com/CSNMooney/status/540914677996208128)

QuoteRyan Dempster is retiring and joining #Cubs front office as a special assistant.

I'll just have to resign myself to the fact that he is never going away.

(http://americaswhiteboy.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/Ryan+Dempster+Trade+Rumors+Chicago+Cubs1.jpg)

(https://bennyblunders.files.wordpress.com/2012/03/ryandempster.jpg)

(http://img.bleacherreport.net/img/images/photos/002/575/446/ScreenShot2013-10-25at1.07.29PM_crop_north.jpg?w=422&h=281&q=75)

(http://i.imgur.com/XSTZJI0.png)

I wonder if you can get a suit made out of that material?

A suit made out of Ryan Dempster?  Huey's waaaaaay ahead of you, Stew.

I'd offer to make a blog out of his skin, but I don't want to set off any RSS feeds.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team? 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 11, 2014, 12:38:19 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team? 

In this case, yes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 12:42:25 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 12:38:19 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team? 

In this case, yes.

Sounds like work.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 01:02:48 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 12:42:25 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 12:38:19 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team? 

In this case, yes.

Sounds like work.

Never forget. (http://chicago.cubs.mlb.com/news/press_releases/press_release.jsp?ymd=20061207&content_id=1753669&vkey=pr_chc&fext=.jsp&c_id=chc) 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team? 

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on December 11, 2014, 01:30:31 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

I hate Epstink
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team? 

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes. 

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team? 

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:43:58 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.

He doesn't signal his lane changes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:43:58 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.

He doesn't signal his lane changes.

He pays with checks at the grocery store and doesn't start filling any of it out until the cashier finishes ringing him up.  That cashier? Mike Fontenot.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 06:32:09 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:43:58 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.

He doesn't signal his lane changes.

He pays with checks at the grocery store and doesn't start filling any of it out until the cashier finishes ringing him up.  That cashier? Mike Fontenot.

He's more of a Beverly Hills Cop III man, himself.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 11, 2014, 09:46:32 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 06:32:09 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:43:58 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.

He doesn't signal his lane changes.

He pays with checks at the grocery store and doesn't start filling any of it out until the cashier finishes ringing him up.  That cashier? Mike Fontenot.

He's more of a Beverly Hills Cop III man, himself.

He doesn't undrstand the Dempster hate.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 12, 2014, 12:42:41 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 11, 2014, 09:46:32 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 06:32:09 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:43:58 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.

He doesn't signal his lane changes.

He pays with checks at the grocery store and doesn't start filling any of it out until the cashier finishes ringing him up.  That cashier? Mike Fontenot.

He's more of a Beverly Hills Cop III man, himself.

He doesn't undrstand the Dempster hate.

He shares shit on Facebook, like, nineteen times a day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on December 12, 2014, 08:43:56 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 12, 2014, 12:42:41 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 11, 2014, 09:46:32 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 06:32:09 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 06:00:18 PM
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Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.

He doesn't signal his lane changes.

He pays with checks at the grocery store and doesn't start filling any of it out until the cashier finishes ringing him up.  That cashier? Mike Fontenot.

He's more of a Beverly Hills Cop III man, himself.

He doesn't undrstand the Dempster hate.

He shares shit on Facebook, like, nineteen times a day.

He doesn't pay the fuck attention.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 12, 2014, 09:03:09 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 12, 2014, 08:43:56 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 12, 2014, 12:42:41 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 11, 2014, 09:46:32 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 06:32:09 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 06:00:18 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:43:58 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 11, 2014, 05:26:46 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 11, 2014, 05:10:04 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 03:43:44 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 11, 2014, 03:38:23 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 02:51:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 11, 2014, 01:50:59 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 01:16:15 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 11, 2014, 12:34:57 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 11, 2014, 12:24:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 11, 2014, 11:23:39 AM
Rock Shoulders (sorry, Fork), Luis Flores and Andrew McKirahan.

Oh, and Tyler Featherston (and his ridiculously hot girlfriend (https://twitter.com/Brookemarie414)) for a beautiful 5 minutes.  

WE LOST ROCK SHOULDERS (http://www.nooooooooooooooo.com/)???

So the way this works is that the Cubs acquire a player for the purpose of selling him to another team?  

So that he can become a drug addict who has a couple good years before fleecing the Angels, yes.

Seems a little underselling for a player who won an MVP and averaged about 4.5 WAR during a five-year span.

You're right. You could tell he was great from the CRACK of his bat.

He coulda been a HERO IN the 2011 World Series

(Sorry, Eli)

He never let his personal problems affect him between the LINES.

He abused drugs.

He voted for Hubert Humphrey and he killed Jesus.

He doesn't signal his lane changes.

He pays with checks at the grocery store and doesn't start filling any of it out until the cashier finishes ringing him up.  That cashier? Mike Fontenot.

He's more of a Beverly Hills Cop III man, himself.

He doesn't undrstand the Dempster hate.

He shares shit on Facebook, like, nineteen times a day.

He doesn't pay the fuck attention.

He's a millionaire baseball player who overcame drug addiction to remain a millionaire baseball player.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 17, 2014, 11:43:05 AM
Justin Ruggiano.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on December 17, 2014, 03:05:14 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 17, 2014, 11:43:05 AM
Justin Ruggiano.

I knew he was on the team and I'm sure I saw him play but I have absolutely no memory of anything he did while in a Cubs uniform.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 18, 2014, 07:09:30 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 17, 2014, 03:05:14 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 17, 2014, 11:43:05 AM
Justin Ruggiano.

I knew he was on the team and I'm sure I saw him play but I have absolutely no memory of anything he did while in a Cubs uniform.

He shall be one of the forgotten.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 18, 2014, 04:35:50 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 18, 2014, 07:09:30 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 17, 2014, 03:05:14 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 17, 2014, 11:43:05 AM
Justin Ruggiano.

I knew he was on the team and I'm sure I saw him play but I have absolutely no memory of anything he did while in a Cubs uniform.

He shall be one of the forgotten.

I thought that he was a "keeper".
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 19, 2014, 04:25:47 AM
Quote from: CBStew on December 18, 2014, 04:35:50 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 18, 2014, 07:09:30 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 17, 2014, 03:05:14 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 17, 2014, 11:43:05 AM
Justin Ruggiano.

I knew he was on the team and I'm sure I saw him play but I have absolutely no memory of anything he did while in a Cubs uniform.

He shall be one of the forgotten.

I thought that he was a "keeper".

Only in BC's fantasy team.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 19, 2014, 10:35:09 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.

While I enjoy your joyful positive, you don't see Russell getting at least a half season in Iowa?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 19, 2014, 10:37:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2014, 10:35:09 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.

While I enjoy your joyful positive, you don't see Russell getting at least a half season in Iowa?

They'll call Russell up when they send Javy back down.

Just kidding. I think.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 19, 2014, 11:22:31 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2014, 10:35:09 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.

While I enjoy your joyful positive, you don't see Russell getting at least a half season in Iowa?

I was being somewhat facetious. I would be surprised, but not shocked, if that scenario played out though.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 12:00:19 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 10:37:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2014, 10:35:09 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.

While I enjoy your joyful positive, you don't see Russell getting at least a half season in Iowa?

They'll call Russell up when they send Javy back down.

Just kidding. I think.

I'm too fragile to handle Javy is a bust jokes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 19, 2014, 01:31:31 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 12:00:19 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 10:37:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2014, 10:35:09 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.

While I enjoy your joyful positive, you don't see Russell getting at least a half season in Iowa?

They'll call Russell up when they send Javy back down.

Just kidding. I think.

I'm too fragile to handle Javy is a bust jokes.

Hendry draftee. Well prepared.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 19, 2014, 02:20:41 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 19, 2014, 01:31:31 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 12:00:19 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 10:37:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2014, 10:35:09 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.

While I enjoy your joyful positive, you don't see Russell getting at least a half season in Iowa?

They'll call Russell up when they send Javy back down.

Just kidding. I think.

I'm too fragile to handle Javy is a bust jokes.

Hendry draftee. Well prepared.

Chuck post. Well worn.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 19, 2014, 02:25:31 PM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 19, 2014, 02:20:41 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 19, 2014, 01:31:31 PM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 12:00:19 PM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 10:37:04 AM
Quote from: Fork on December 19, 2014, 10:35:09 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 19, 2014, 10:19:10 AM
Quote from: CT III on December 19, 2014, 09:44:30 AM
Quote from: Slaky on December 19, 2014, 09:20:29 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 19, 2014, 08:50:57 AM
I have to say that if they're basically going to swap Ruggiano for Jonny Gomes, that sucks, since Gomes is worse at Ruggiano at ... basically everything that's baseball-related, except grindy-beard-growing. Hell, Ruggiano was even able to play a passable center field in a pinch, which is nice insurance.

Hopefully they're going to add another actual bat before the offseason is finished.

I would think if they were going to sign Gomes they would have. What's the hold up?

You can't just run out and sign a Jonny Gomes.  A player like that has to be wooed.  You gotta do the dance.

clearly it's because Gomes is gonna be a two week placeholder till Kris Bryant and Addison Russell are called up at the same time, Russell takes over SS, Starlin moves to 3B, and Bryant moves to LF. it's gonna hai.

While I enjoy your joyful positive, you don't see Russell getting at least a half season in Iowa?

They'll call Russell up when they send Javy back down.

Just kidding. I think.

I'm too fragile to handle Javy is a bust jokes.

Hendry draftee. Well prepared.

Chuck post. Well worn.

Give me some credit. I kept out of this far longer than normal.  I took the layup.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 23, 2014, 01:14:34 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

More like CLAIM Peterson, amirite?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:30:21 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 23, 2014, 01:14:34 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

More like CLAIM Peterson, amirite?

And now Lavarnway is gone too.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9113785634.png)

Pretty sure Theo and Jed are just bored at this point.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 23, 2014, 01:56:17 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:30:21 PM
Quote from: Fork on December 23, 2014, 01:14:34 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

More like CLAIM Peterson, amirite?

And now Lavarnway is gone too.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9113785634.png)

Pretty sure Theo and Jed are just bored at this point.

They probably waived Lavarnway because nobody could spell his name the same way twice ina row.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 23, 2014, 03:04:21 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

To this day one of my dad's top 5 films.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 23, 2014, 03:04:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2014, 03:04:21 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

To this day one of my dad's top 5 films.

How many others was he in?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 23, 2014, 03:11:12 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 23, 2014, 03:04:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2014, 03:04:21 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

To this day one of my dad's top 5 films.

How many others was he in?

Just 4.  The rest were porn.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 23, 2014, 03:35:14 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2014, 03:11:12 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 23, 2014, 03:04:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2014, 03:04:21 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

To this day one of my dad's top 5 films.

How many others was he in?

Just 4.  The rest were porn.

Too Big For Anal, volumes 1, 2, 4, & 5

(3 was a radical departure from the rest of the series)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 03:38:50 PM
Quote from: Bort on December 23, 2014, 03:35:14 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2014, 03:11:12 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 23, 2014, 03:04:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2014, 03:04:21 PM
Quote from: CBStew on December 23, 2014, 01:10:44 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 01:05:56 PM
Long live the Shane Peterson Era.

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/7450573605.jpg)

We hardly knew ye (12/19/14)

(http://easycaptures.com/fs/uploaded/957/9548421140.jpg)

Shane!  Come back!  Shane!  Don't go.

To this day one of my dad's top 5 films.

How many others was he in?

Just 4.  The rest were porn.

Too Big For Anal, volumes 1, 2, 4, & 5

(3 was a radical departure from the rest of the series)

Too Big for Anal 3: Season of the Bitch
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on December 26, 2014, 12:28:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 03:38:50 PM
Quote from: Bort on December 23, 2014, 03:35:14 PM
Too Big For Anal, volumes 1, 2, 4, & 5

(3 was a radical departure from the rest of the series)

Too Big for Anal 3: Season of the Bitch

Season's validatings.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 27, 2014, 10:04:59 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on December 26, 2014, 12:28:03 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2014, 03:38:50 PM
Quote from: Bort on December 23, 2014, 03:35:14 PM
Too Big For Anal, volumes 1, 2, 4, & 5

(3 was a radical departure from the rest of the series)

Too Big for Anal 3: Season of the Bitch

Season's validatings.

Seconded.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 29, 2014, 08:28:09 AM
Phil Emery.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/549574355508686849
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 29, 2014, 09:00:28 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 29, 2014, 08:28:09 AM
Phil Emery.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/549574355508686849

...But not Trestman yet? I am totally fine with firing both but if I had to pick one or the other Emery isn't the one I'm getting rid of.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 29, 2014, 09:02:06 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 29, 2014, 09:00:28 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 29, 2014, 08:28:09 AM
Phil Emery.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/549574355508686849

...But not Trestman yet? I am totally fine with firing both but if I had to pick one or the other Emery isn't the one I'm getting rid of.

Nevermind, seeing Trestman out, too. Fine with me. Burn it all to the ground. Have to assume Jay is gone, too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on December 29, 2014, 09:21:49 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 29, 2014, 09:02:06 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 29, 2014, 09:00:28 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 29, 2014, 08:28:09 AM
Phil Emery.

https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/549574355508686849

...But not Trestman yet? I am totally fine with firing both but if I had to pick one or the other Emery isn't the one I'm getting rid of.

Nevermind, seeing Trestman out, too. Fine with me. Burn it all to the ground. Have to assume Jay is gone, too.

Any chance he'll be available next Sunday?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on January 19, 2015, 11:02:31 AM
(http://www.desipio.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/chi-valbuena-leadoff-cubs-20140617-001.jpg)

(http://www.desipio.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/luisv-batflip.gif)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 07, 2015, 10:14:21 AM
Josh Vitters. Nice choice, Jim.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 07, 2015, 01:55:32 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on February 07, 2015, 10:14:21 AM
Josh Vitters. Nice choice, JTim.

Fixed.

ETA: This (http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2007-06-08/sports/0706071172_1_josh-vitters-pick-fresno-state) is so depressing (and a little funny, admittedly) to read now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 07, 2015, 02:11:00 PM
Quote from: Eli on February 07, 2015, 01:55:32 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on February 07, 2015, 10:14:21 AM
Josh Vitters. Nice choice, JTim.

Fixed.

ETA: This (http://articles.chicagotribune.com/2007-06-08/sports/0706071172_1_josh-vitters-pick-fresno-state) is so depressing (and a little funny, admittedly) to read now.

I wonder how that Barney Darwin kid turned out?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on March 06, 2015, 11:45:59 AM
Brandon Marshall
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on March 06, 2015, 12:23:32 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on March 06, 2015, 11:45:59 AM
Brandon Marshall Lance Briggs

I mean, if we're doing this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on March 30, 2015, 02:30:16 AM
Felix Doubront.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on March 30, 2015, 12:02:11 PM
Kris Bryant  (ok just to the minors for roughly two weeks of outfield seasoning)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on March 31, 2015, 12:27:03 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

First Matt Sczczczczur and now Jeff Russell. I'm sure somebody around here will get butthurt that we don't have Juan Cruz talk enough. And I'm sure that'd be me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 31, 2015, 01:02:59 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 31, 2015, 12:27:03 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

First Matt Sczczczczur and now Jeff Russell. I'm sure somebody around here will get butthurt that we don't have Juan Cruz talk enough. And I'm sure that'd be me.

Juan Cruz should have mopped up Game 2.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:13:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

You hated him because of his consistently above-average performance?  Or was it for a more meatball-y reason?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on March 31, 2015, 01:20:41 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:13:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

You hated him because of his consistently above-average performance?  Or was it for a more meatball-y reason?

Everyone needs a Blake DeWitt.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:23:36 PM
Quote from: Oleg on March 31, 2015, 01:20:41 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:13:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

You hated him because of his consistently above-average performance?  Or was it for a more meatball-y reason?

Everyone needs a B

Man, you really let DeWitt have it.  I thought he was going to cry.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on March 31, 2015, 01:29:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:23:36 PM
Quote from: Oleg on March 31, 2015, 01:20:41 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:13:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

You hated him because of his consistently above-average performance?  Or was it for a more meatball-y reason?

Everyone needs a B

Man, you really let DeWitt have it.  I thought he was going to cry.

Jesus christ
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 02:06:45 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 31, 2015, 01:29:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:23:36 PM
Quote from: Oleg on March 31, 2015, 01:20:41 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 01:13:45 PM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

You hated him because of his consistently above-average performance?  Or was it for a more meatball-y reason?

Everyone needs a B

Man, you really let DeWitt have it.  I thought he was going to cry.

Jesus christ

What?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on April 07, 2015, 12:24:12 PM
Just for posterity, Ryan Sweeney.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on April 08, 2015, 11:18:25 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on April 07, 2015, 12:24:12 PM
Just for posterity, Ryan Sweeney.

I know he was on the Cubs but I can't remember what he looks like, what number he wore, or one single thing good or bad that he did while he was here.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:35:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

Good news! Cubs just brought Russell in on a minor league deal, per Bruce Miles on the twits. I'd normally not give it a second thought other than to hope he might return to his form from last year and he'd be a decent left-handed reliever, but the fact that this move will anger Huey makes it worthwhile.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on April 08, 2015, 11:47:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:35:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

Good news! Cubs just brought Russell in on a minor league deal, per Bruce Miles on the twits. I'd normally not give it a second thought other than to hope he might return to his form from last year and he'd be a decent left-handed reliever, but the fact that this move will anger Huey makes it worthwhile.

Also getting Victor Caratini for a few months of Russell was kinda cool...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:50:03 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on April 08, 2015, 11:47:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:35:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

Good news! Cubs just brought Russell in on a minor league deal, per Bruce Miles on the twits. I'd normally not give it a second thought other than to hope he might return to his form from last year and he'd be a decent left-handed reliever, but the fact that this move will anger Huey makes it worthwhile.

Also getting Victor Caratini for a few months of Russell was kinda cool...

Yeah, but was it worth giving up Bonerface? The sparkplug of the 2014 Cubs?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on April 08, 2015, 12:24:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:50:03 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on April 08, 2015, 11:47:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:35:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

Good news! Cubs just brought Russell in on a minor league deal, per Bruce Miles on the twits. I'd normally not give it a second thought other than to hope he might return to his form from last year and he'd be a decent left-handed reliever, but the fact that this move will anger Huey makes it worthwhile.

Also getting Victor Caratini for a few months of Russell was kinda cool...

Yeah, but was it worth giving up Bonerface? The sparkplug of the 2014 Cubs?

Remember when he was hitting something like .500 for a couple weeks?  That's a DeRosa-level standing ovation whenever he returns to Wrigley.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on April 08, 2015, 12:25:51 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on April 08, 2015, 12:24:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:50:03 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on April 08, 2015, 11:47:57 AM
Quote from: SKO on April 08, 2015, 11:35:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on March 31, 2015, 12:07:44 PM
Quote from: Tonker on March 31, 2015, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 30, 2015, 01:33:37 AM
I guess here is as good a place as any for this: James Russell has been released by the Braves (http://cubbiescrib.com/2015/03/29/former-chicago-cubs-lefty-james-russell-released-by-braves/).  After having posted a 2.22 ERA for them last year, and after three straight pretty good years, he's had a bad spring (10.57 ERA), and is suddenly surplus to requirements.  Seems a little harsh.  Either he's hurt, or the Braves are absolutely fucking stacked in the pen.

Bump.  This post got buried at the bottom of the previous page before anybody had a chance to see it.  Anybody know anything about Russell, other than he had a shit Spring?


I seriously hated that guy and am glad he's pitched himself out of the league.  But mostly, Tonk, I think people just don't give a fuck about him.

Good news! Cubs just brought Russell in on a minor league deal, per Bruce Miles on the twits. I'd normally not give it a second thought other than to hope he might return to his form from last year and he'd be a decent left-handed reliever, but the fact that this move will anger Huey makes it worthwhile.

Also getting Victor Caratini for a few months of Russell was kinda cool...

Yeah, but was it worth giving up Bonerface? The sparkplug of the 2014 Cubs?

Remember when he was hitting something like .500 for a couple weeks?  That's a DeRosa-level standing ovation whenever he returns to Wrigley.

Bonerface ain't a Caucasoid so that's not gonna hai.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 09, 2015, 04:23:05 PM
No idea where to put this because nobody watches youtube videos in the youtube thread and I feel this is more important than that because holy shit someone made this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pzQmiBsGS8
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on April 09, 2015, 04:25:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on April 09, 2015, 04:23:05 PM
No idea where to put this because nobody watches youtube videos in the youtube thread and I feel this is more important than that because holy shit someone made this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pzQmiBsGS8

Christ on a bike. They act like he's Juan Cruz or something.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on April 09, 2015, 04:26:31 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on April 09, 2015, 04:25:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on April 09, 2015, 04:23:05 PM
No idea where to put this because nobody watches youtube videos in the youtube thread and I feel this is more important than that because holy shit someone made this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pzQmiBsGS8

Christ on a bike. They act like he's Juan Cruz or something.

Kaytay Fluffybutt is TEC's YouTube name.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on April 13, 2015, 04:03:14 AM
I would like to cordially invite both DJ LeMahieu and LaTroy Hawkins to get it well and truly the fuck up them.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on April 13, 2015, 07:35:42 AM
Quote from: Tonker on April 13, 2015, 04:03:14 AM
I would like to cordially invite both DJ LeMahieu and LaTroy Hawkins to get it well and truly the fuck up them.

Can anyone translate this from Welsh to English?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on April 13, 2015, 08:20:59 AM
Quote from: Fork on April 13, 2015, 07:35:42 AM
Quote from: Tonker on April 13, 2015, 04:03:14 AM
I would like to cordially invite both DJ LeMahieu and LaTroy Hawkins to get it well and truly the fuck up them.

Can anyone translate this from Welsh to English?

I think you get the gist, even if you don't speak Afrikaans.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 28, 2015, 11:34:41 AM
Couldn't find an old Aramis splooge thread to post this is in so this seems as good as any:

The Last Days of Pancakes: http://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/profiles-in-decline-aramis-ramirez/

Money lines for me:

QuoteRamirez got his first crack at major league pitching at age 20 with the Pirates, but uneven performances caused him to go up and down between the majors and Triple-A until he nailed down a job for good at age 23, when he unfurled a .300-.350-.536 line in 2001. Except for a poor season in 2002, he then settled in for a decade-plus run as Aramis Ramirez, well above average major league third baseman. His single-season OPS+ level never exceeded 139, but sat in a narrow band in the 120's and 130's for 10 of the 13 seasons between 2001 and 2013. Remarkable, remarkable consistency.

He has virtually no "black ink" in his historical record; he has led the league in exactly one category, with 50 doubles in 2012. He has made three All Star teams, and garnered MVP votes in five different seasons. No, he's not a Hall of Famer, but he would make a fine inductee in the Hall of Very Good.


Do not go gentle into that good night, Aramis, and may Bob Brenly get bent.

Although I did find this kinda odd:

QuoteThe most notable piece of 2014 frequency data was his extremely low walk rate; his BB rate percentile rank of 3 dropped precipitously from 79 in 2013. This is actually not unusual for an aging player in the final stages of his career; round, counting numbers start to matter more. As 2014 progressed, thoughts ranging from "2500 hits" to "400 homers" quite likely started to fill Ramirez' head, and caused changes in his offensive approach

Doesn't really seem terribly analytical to attribute a decline in walk rate for a 38 year old to vanity.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on April 28, 2015, 12:53:05 PM
Quote from: SKO on April 28, 2015, 11:34:41 AM
Couldn't find an old Aramis splooge thread to post this is in so this seems as good as any:

The Last Days of Pancakes: http://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/profiles-in-decline-aramis-ramirez/

Money lines for me:

QuoteRamirez got his first crack at major league pitching at age 20 with the Pirates, but uneven performances caused him to go up and down between the majors and Triple-A until he nailed down a job for good at age 23, when he unfurled a .300-.350-.536 line in 2001. Except for a poor season in 2002, he then settled in for a decade-plus run as Aramis Ramirez, well above average major league third baseman. His single-season OPS+ level never exceeded 139, but sat in a narrow band in the 120's and 130's for 10 of the 13 seasons between 2001 and 2013. Remarkable, remarkable consistency.

He has virtually no "black ink" in his historical record; he has led the league in exactly one category, with 50 doubles in 2012. He has made three All Star teams, and garnered MVP votes in five different seasons. No, he's not a Hall of Famer, but he would make a fine inductee in the Hall of Very Good.


Do not go gentle into that good night, Aramis, and may Bob Brenly get bent.

Although I did find this kinda odd:

QuoteThe most notable piece of 2014 frequency data was his extremely low walk rate; his BB rate percentile rank of 3 dropped precipitously from 79 in 2013. This is actually not unusual for an aging player in the final stages of his career; round, counting numbers start to matter more. As 2014 progressed, thoughts ranging from "2500 hits" to "400 homers" quite likely started to fill Ramirez' head, and caused changes in his offensive approach

Doesn't really seem terribly analytical to attribute a decline in walk rate for a 38 year old to vanity.

More likely, the bat speed declines as hitters get older and pitchers aren't afraid to throw in the zone as much. But yeah.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on April 28, 2015, 12:56:24 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on April 28, 2015, 12:53:05 PM
Quote from: SKO on April 28, 2015, 11:34:41 AM
Couldn't find an old Aramis splooge thread to post this is in so this seems as good as any:

The Last Days of Pancakes: http://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/profiles-in-decline-aramis-ramirez/

Money lines for me:

QuoteRamirez got his first crack at major league pitching at age 20 with the Pirates, but uneven performances caused him to go up and down between the majors and Triple-A until he nailed down a job for good at age 23, when he unfurled a .300-.350-.536 line in 2001. Except for a poor season in 2002, he then settled in for a decade-plus run as Aramis Ramirez, well above average major league third baseman. His single-season OPS+ level never exceeded 139, but sat in a narrow band in the 120's and 130's for 10 of the 13 seasons between 2001 and 2013. Remarkable, remarkable consistency.

He has virtually no "black ink" in his historical record; he has led the league in exactly one category, with 50 doubles in 2012. He has made three All Star teams, and garnered MVP votes in five different seasons. No, he's not a Hall of Famer, but he would make a fine inductee in the Hall of Very Good.


Do not go gentle into that good night, Aramis, and may Bob Brenly get bent.

Although I did find this kinda odd:

QuoteThe most notable piece of 2014 frequency data was his extremely low walk rate; his BB rate percentile rank of 3 dropped precipitously from 79 in 2013. This is actually not unusual for an aging player in the final stages of his career; round, counting numbers start to matter more. As 2014 progressed, thoughts ranging from "2500 hits" to "400 homers" quite likely started to fill Ramirez' head, and caused changes in his offensive approach

Doesn't really seem terribly analytical to attribute a decline in walk rate for a 38 year old to vanity.

More likely, the bat speed declines as hitters get older and pitchers aren't afraid to throw in the zone as much. But yeah.

Yeah even Barry Bonds' walk rate declined in his last season (and he wasn't even done, just blackballed). So I'm guessing Aramis wasn't thinking of his legacy every at bat.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 18, 2015, 06:13:21 PM
Phil Coke


*assuming he doesn't clear waivers and end up back in Iowa.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on May 18, 2015, 08:04:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 18, 2015, 06:13:21 PM
Phil Coke


*assuming he doesn't clear waivers and end up back in Iowa.

A coke problem in Des Moines is much better (understandable?) than one in Chicago.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 19, 2015, 12:46:09 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 18, 2015, 08:04:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 18, 2015, 06:13:21 PM
Phil Coke


*assuming he doesn't clear waivers and end up back in Iowa.

A coke problem in Des Moines is much better (understandable?) than one in Chicago.

In Des Moines, it's meth.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 08:07:16 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 19, 2015, 12:46:09 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 18, 2015, 08:04:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 18, 2015, 06:13:21 PM
Phil Coke


*assuming he doesn't clear waivers and end up back in Iowa.

A coke problem in Des Moines is much better (understandable?) than one in Chicago.

In Des Moines, it's meth.

Actually Des Moines is mostly overrun by young white professionals and hipsters now, so it's probably just crappy overpriced weed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on May 19, 2015, 08:28:48 AM
Wellington (https://twitter.com/JeffPassan/status/600651448142147584)

QuoteSource: Cubs have traded catcher Welington Castillo to Seattle.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 08:29:59 AM
Beat me to it...so long, Beef.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 08:31:55 AM
Well great now beef can't be the lynchpin for a Hamels trade. Nice choice, epstink.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on May 19, 2015, 09:14:46 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 08:07:16 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 19, 2015, 12:46:09 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 18, 2015, 08:04:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 18, 2015, 06:13:21 PM
Phil Coke


*assuming he doesn't clear waivers and end up back in Iowa.

A coke problem in Des Moines is much better (understandable?) than one in Chicago.

In Des Moines, it's meth.

Actually Des Moines is mostly overrun by young white professionals and hipsters now, so it's probably just crappy overpriced weed.

I choose to believe this is a not-so-veiled shot at Oleg.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 09:16:25 AM
Quote from: CT III on May 19, 2015, 09:14:46 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 08:07:16 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 19, 2015, 12:46:09 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 18, 2015, 08:04:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 18, 2015, 06:13:21 PM
Phil Coke


*assuming he doesn't clear waivers and end up back in Iowa.

A coke problem in Des Moines is much better (understandable?) than one in Chicago.

In Des Moines, it's meth.

Actually Des Moines is mostly overrun by young white professionals and hipsters now, so it's probably just crappy overpriced weed.

I choose to believe this is a not-so-veiled shot at Oleg.

I didn't intend it to be, but life is what you make it, CT. Life is what you make it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 19, 2015, 09:22:23 AM
Maybe this belongs in the "I admit it" thread, but when I saw Coke was DFAed, I thought it was Motte, because in my mind those two have just melded into a single-celled organism of suck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 19, 2015, 10:40:56 AM
Quote from: CT III on May 19, 2015, 09:14:46 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 08:07:16 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 19, 2015, 12:46:09 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 18, 2015, 08:04:26 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 18, 2015, 06:13:21 PM
Phil Coke


*assuming he doesn't clear waivers and end up back in Iowa.

A coke problem in Des Moines is much better (understandable?) than one in Chicago.

In Des Moines, it's meth.

Actually Des Moines is mostly overrun by young white professionals and hipsters now, so it's probably just crappy overpriced weed.

I choose to believe this is a not-so-veiled shot at Oleg.

Hey man, I live in Colorado now.  The home of amazing, underpriced weed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:56:47 AM
Medina did give us this, which is still good for a few laughs.

(http://giant.gfycat.com/PerfumedFarawayBallpython.gif)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

I guess I've really just seen the Cubs Den guy bitching about those people in vague terms and saying he was "shouted down for saying all along the Cubs wouldn't get much for Wely". Maybe they don't actually exist. That would be nice.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 19, 2015, 11:01:02 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

I guess I've really just seen the Cubs Den guy bitching about those people in vague terms and saying he was "shouted down for saying all along the Cubs wouldn't get much for Wely". Maybe they don't actually exist. That would be nice.

Takes a Strawman Sparring Partner to know a Strawman Sparring Partner?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:01:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:01:02 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

I guess I've really just seen the Cubs Den guy bitching about those people in vague terms and saying he was "shouted down for saying all along the Cubs wouldn't get much for Wely". Maybe they don't actually exist. That would be nice.

Takes a Strawman Sparring Partner to know a Strawman Sparring Partner?

My strawmen are the best strawmen, tho.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:09:09 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.
Sigh. If only.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:18:01 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:09:09 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.
Sigh. If only.

Well, he is former LSU Tiger, Charlie Furbush.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on May 19, 2015, 11:33:59 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.

Once Bosio works his wizardry on Medina, this will go down as yet another huge steal for Epstink. I like Medina a lot and I have for a couple years now. He's my new Strop. He'll drink the blood, you people.

His career K/9 is 9.20. What are the Mariners doing?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 19, 2015, 11:34:28 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.

So when did you decide to stop being the Resident Troll and start contributing meaningful thoughts around here?  By all means, please keep it up; I'm just a little curious is all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 19, 2015, 11:35:13 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on May 19, 2015, 11:33:59 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.

Once Bosio works his wizardry on Medina, this will go down as yet another huge steal for Epstink. I like Medina a lot and I have for a couple years now. He's my new Strop. He'll drink the blood, you people.

Intrepid Reader:  Kevin Hart:  Another shot of Gordon's Gin, bartender!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:35:30 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on May 19, 2015, 11:33:59 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.

Once Bosio works his wizardry on Medina, this will go down as yet another huge steal for Epstink. I like Medina a lot and I have for a couple years now. He's my new Strop. He'll drink the blood, you people.

My only concern is the dip in velocity everyone is talking about. Could be mechanical I suppose. Guessing Epstink wouldn't have made the move if they thought he was broken. In general this regime's rehabilitated enough arms that it's pretty hard to be skeptical whenever they pick one up.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on May 19, 2015, 11:36:05 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:35:13 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on May 19, 2015, 11:33:59 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.

Once Bosio works his wizardry on Medina, this will go down as yet another huge steal for Epstink. I like Medina a lot and I have for a couple years now. He's my new Strop. He'll drink the blood, you people.

Intrepid Reader:  Kevin Hart:  Another shot of Gordon's Gin, bartender!

As wrong as I was on Hart, I was right about Strop and Juan Cruz.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:37:01 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on May 19, 2015, 11:36:05 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:35:13 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on May 19, 2015, 11:33:59 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.

Once Bosio works his wizardry on Medina, this will go down as yet another huge steal for Epstink. I like Medina a lot and I have for a couple years now. He's my new Strop. He'll drink the blood, you people.

Intrepid Reader:  Kevin Hart:  Another shot of Gordon's Gin, bartender!

As wrong as I was on Hart, I was right about Strop and Juan Cruz.

Weren't you also big on Esmailin Caridad?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 03:53:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:34:28 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 11:28:26 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 11:13:51 AM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 11:08:16 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

Yoervis Medina is pretty much exactly what I thought the Cubs should get for Castillo. There wasn't much chance they'd get Ackley or Furbush for a backup catcher.

Honestly, I think I'd rather have Medina than Ackley.

I'm positiving the hell out of this move. Medina's #s are solid for a young reliever, and he gets lefties out (.189 oppBA).  If he pitches in line with his career #s, he will be a nice arm to have in the pen. If he can improve a bit, he could be a setup guy.

So when did you decide to stop being the Resident Troll and start contributing meaningful thoughts around here?  By all means, please keep it up; I'm just a little curious is all.

After taking in the weekend series at Wrigley, the positive is again starting to flow.  I have a feeling that the kids aren't going to fold in the face of adversity, that Arietta's response to a 4-0 lead isn't giving up a grand slam, and that Maddon is going to get everything he needs.

I'm Hendricks getting his shit together and filling the black hole in LF away from shitting skittles and rainbows all over this board.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 19, 2015, 04:17:25 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 03:53:40 PM
I'm Hendricks getting his shit together and filling the black hole in LF away from shitting skittles and rainbows all over this board.

(http://philly.happeningmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/hamels-295x300.png)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on May 19, 2015, 04:38:06 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:01:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:01:02 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

I guess I've really just seen the Cubs Den guy bitching about those people in vague terms and saying he was "shouted down for saying all along the Cubs wouldn't get much for Wely". Maybe they don't actually exist. That would be nice.

Takes a Strawman Sparring Partner to know a Strawman Sparring Partner?

My strawmen are the best strawmen, tho.

But seriously - why do you actively seek out dumb opinions to knock down? I honestly don't understand this mindset. I enjoy your rants as much as the next guy, but at some point you need to filter out the dipshits.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 19, 2015, 04:57:17 PM
Quote from: R-V on May 19, 2015, 04:38:06 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:01:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:01:02 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

I guess I've really just seen the Cubs Den guy bitching about those people in vague terms and saying he was "shouted down for saying all along the Cubs wouldn't get much for Wely". Maybe they don't actually exist. That would be nice.

Takes a Strawman Sparring Partner to know a Strawman Sparring Partner?

My strawmen are the best strawmen, tho.

But seriously - why do you actively seek out dumb opinions to knock down? I honestly don't understand this mindset. I enjoy your rants as much as the next guy, but at some point you need to filter out the dipshits.

I'm kind of done talking about and defending myself before I become Kurt Evans. Tonk called me a twat and I'm a changed man, man. I posted a nice thing about David Ross today. Let me be. I'm trying.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 07:32:56 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 04:57:17 PM
Quote from: R-V on May 19, 2015, 04:38:06 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:01:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:01:02 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

I guess I've really just seen the Cubs Den guy bitching about those people in vague terms and saying he was "shouted down for saying all along the Cubs wouldn't get much for Wely". Maybe they don't actually exist. That would be nice.

Takes a Strawman Sparring Partner to know a Strawman Sparring Partner?

My strawmen are the best strawmen, tho.

But seriously - why do you actively seek out dumb opinions to knock down? I honestly don't understand this mindset. I enjoy your rants as much as the next guy, but at some point you need to filter out the dipshits.

I'm kind of done talking about and defending myself before I become Kurt Evans. Tonk called me a twat and I'm a changed man, man. I posted a nice thing about David Ross today. Let me be. I'm trying.

Hit Cutler in the back with a steel chair while he's standing on the Bears logo at midfield. It'll be the biggest face turn ever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on May 20, 2015, 09:10:06 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on May 19, 2015, 07:32:56 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 04:57:17 PM
Quote from: R-V on May 19, 2015, 04:38:06 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 11:01:47 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 19, 2015, 11:01:02 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:59:23 AM
Quote from: Eli on May 19, 2015, 10:54:30 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 19, 2015, 10:49:42 AM
Apparently people thought Welington Castillo was worth more than an erratic and promising bullpen arm. Never change, Cubs fans.

Did they really? I'm seeing mostly "meh for meh" from people.

I guess I've really just seen the Cubs Den guy bitching about those people in vague terms and saying he was "shouted down for saying all along the Cubs wouldn't get much for Wely". Maybe they don't actually exist. That would be nice.

Takes a Strawman Sparring Partner to know a Strawman Sparring Partner?

My strawmen are the best strawmen, tho.

But seriously - why do you actively seek out dumb opinions to knock down? I honestly don't understand this mindset. I enjoy your rants as much as the next guy, but at some point you need to filter out the dipshits.

I'm kind of done talking about and defending myself before I become Kurt Evans. Tonk called me a twat and I'm a changed man, man. I posted a nice thing about David Ross today. Let me be. I'm trying.

Hit Cutler in the back with a steel chair while he's standing on the Bears logo at midfield. It'll be the biggest face turn ever.

Shit. I fucking laughed. CFiHP just passed Sterling in the Desipio Power Rankings.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 27, 2015, 04:18:28 PM
Anthony Varvaro.

We'll always have that one day he warmed up in the bullpen but never got in the game, then got sent to Iowa the next day, but never pitched for them either.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 27, 2015, 04:33:32 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 27, 2015, 04:18:28 PM
Anthony Varvaro.

We'll always have that one day he warmed up in the bullpen but never got in the game, then got sent to Iowa the next day, but never pitched for them either.


Damaged goods! The Red Sox still won't let the whole Theo Epstein for the Other Chris Carpenter thing go.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 28, 2015, 11:15:14 AM
Tom Thibodeau
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 28, 2015, 12:42:41 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 28, 2015, 11:15:14 AM
Tom Thibodeau ThomASS
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 17, 2015, 04:02:56 AM
Luis Valbuena Update: Luis recently hit two homers in the same game off perennial Cy Young candidate Chris Rusin. The bat flip champion currently leads the Astros in homers. I'm not sure why but I'm pleased by this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 17, 2015, 04:39:52 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on June 17, 2015, 04:02:56 AM
Luis Valbuena Update: Luis recently hit two homers in the same game off perennial Cy Young candidate Chris Rusin. The bat flip champion currently leads the Astros in homers. I'm not sure why but I'm pleased by this.

He played well for the Cubs, never moaned about anything, netted us a decent lead-off guy, and is now playing in the other league where he won't do any harm until the Cubs and Asstros get to the WS in 2016.  What's not to like?  Bloody good luck to him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 30, 2015, 04:42:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

#BecauseItsTheCap?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:15:46 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Yep. I'm all good.

Bowstink is wonderful.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on July 01, 2015, 09:39:07 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

You know how the Irish are with their Yiddish.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:39:16 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

He breaks into their houses, carries them off and then schtupps them.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 01, 2015, 09:40:05 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:39:16 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

He breaks into their houses, carries them off and then schtupps them.

This.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:50:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:40:05 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:39:16 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

He breaks into their houses, carries them off and then schtupps them.

This.

Ah the old schlepp and schtupp. A very dramatic way to ruin a man's life.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 10:14:43 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:50:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:40:05 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:39:16 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

He breaks into their houses, carries them off and then schtupps them.

This.

Ah the old schlepp and schtupp. A very dramatic way to ruin a man's life.

We used to buy grits from Schlepp 'n' Schtupp when we were in high school. Couldn't have passed for 15 years old let alone 18.  Good on 'em for looking the other way.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on July 01, 2015, 10:37:14 AM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

Although considering Versteeg and now Morin, we may be deleting this in 2017-8  (I hope).

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 11:17:39 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 10:14:43 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:50:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:40:05 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:39:16 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

He breaks into their houses, carries them off and then schtupps them.

This.

Ah the old schlepp and schtupp. A very dramatic way to ruin a man's life.

We used to buy grits from Schlepp 'n' Schtupp when we were in high school. Couldn't have passed for 15 years old let alone 18.  Good on 'em for looking the other way.

This made me lool. I didn't know people in other places called cigarettes "grits." We had Schlepp 'n' Schtupp in buttpuddle too. I used to steal MD 2020 and Boone's Farm from there all the time. Lost my virginity to their magazine rack.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 11:44:36 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 11:17:39 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 10:14:43 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:50:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:40:05 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:39:16 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

He breaks into their houses, carries them off and then schtupps them.

This.

Ah the old schlepp and schtupp. A very dramatic way to ruin a man's life.

We used to buy grits from Schlepp 'n' Schtupp when we were in high school. Couldn't have passed for 15 years old let alone 18.  Good on 'em for looking the other way.

This made me lool. I didn't know people in other places called cigarettes "grits." We had Schlepp 'n' Schtupp in buttpuddle too. I used to steal MD 2020 and Boone's Farm from there all the time. Lost my virginity to their magazine rack.



Grits/squares/squints/cancers were what we called them. Probably a few other things that I can't remember.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on July 01, 2015, 12:20:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 11:44:36 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 11:17:39 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 10:14:43 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:50:18 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:40:05 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 09:39:16 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 09:36:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 09:34:41 AM
Quote from: Slaky on July 01, 2015, 09:25:24 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 30, 2015, 09:18:38 PM
Quote from: PANK! on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

(h/t Slaky)

This may dry your tears. (https://vine.co/v/OVK5UJ3Bq2Q) At least a little bit.

Only tears were after winning another Cup. Tears o' joy. Brandon Saad was a fine contributor and is an excellent young player. He'll have a really good career. Maybe a great one. Godspeed, bearded Assyrian warrior.

I'm excited to see some of these newbies get a shot. Finally the Hawks have a couple Russians - seems like it's been forever. Anisimov and Panarin will hopefully hit it off. I'm starting to feel like I want Desjardins to take a nice deal somewhere else too. Let's get the kids in here.

I think the biggest question is does Sharp end up staying now? He might.

I assumed they tried dealing Sharp and couldn't find any takers.  Could be a blessing.  Many people (myself included) figured Sharp was just showing his age last year and was nearing the end.  He still might but as some people pointed out--most articulately Jen LC--he was actually rather unlucky last year.  Hopefully that evens out in 2015-16 since it looks like he'll still be schlepping his teammates' wives playing for the men of 4 feathers.

He's carrying his teammates' wives?  What a rat.

Or did you mean schtupping?

He breaks into their houses, carries them off and then schtupps them.

This.

Ah the old schlepp and schtupp. A very dramatic way to ruin a man's life.

We used to buy grits from Schlepp 'n' Schtupp when we were in high school. Couldn't have passed for 15 years old let alone 18.  Good on 'em for looking the other way.

This made me lool. I didn't know people in other places called cigarettes "grits." We had Schlepp 'n' Schtupp in buttpuddle too. I used to steal MD 2020 and Boone's Farm from there all the time. Lost my virginity to their magazine rack.



Grits/squares/squints/cancers were what we called them. Probably a few other things that I can't remember.

I have a buddy with whom I used to work (who also happens to know Huey and Tonker, of all people) who called them grits. We'd laugh and laugh in front of the CDW building about it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 01, 2015, 02:24:46 PM
For obvious reasons, we never called them grits where I grew up, and until I read the follow-up comments, I was as baffled as Rabbi Huard Huardstein being asked to help schlep a couch up some stairs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 01, 2015, 02:25:57 PM
DPD.

My preferred term for them was "nails."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 01, 2015, 02:28:04 PM
Smokes and cancer sticks was the extent of my nomenclature back when I was smoking cigarettes in high school.  I'm tempted to take up the habit full-time again just so I can refer to them as grits.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 01, 2015, 03:11:22 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 02:28:04 PM
Smokes and cancer sticks was the extent of my nomenclature back when I was smoking cigarettes in high school.  I'm tempted to take up the habit full-time again just so I can refer to them as grits.

Crush a heater. Bust a grit. Have a f*g. F*g it up real good.

I never liked tobacco but I've seen it done.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 04:28:58 PM
Fags.  Tabs.  Gaspers.  Snouts.

"Can I ponce a fag, mate?"

I gave up, by the way - getting on for two years ago now.  I don't miss it at all, although I do occasionally dream about it and then wake up really angry with myself for a couple of seconds.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 05:00:00 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 04:28:58 PM
Fags.  Tabs.  Gaspers.  Snouts.

"Can I ponce a fag, mate?"

I gave up, by the way - getting on for two years ago now.  I don't miss it at all, although I do occasionally dream about it and then wake up really angry with myself for a couple of seconds.

I picked it back up a few months ago and am in the process of quitting again with the help of an e-cig.

If there was a way to only smoke the cigarettes you smoke right after waking up on a cool, foggy morning with a nice cup of coffee, sign me up for a life subscription. All the other cigarettes you smoke will pale in comparison to those ones. I still miss those ones.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 01, 2015, 05:09:34 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 05:00:00 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 04:28:58 PM
Fags.  Tabs.  Gaspers.  Snouts.

"Can I ponce a fag, mate?"

I gave up, by the way - getting on for two years ago now.  I don't miss it at all, although I do occasionally dream about it and then wake up really angry with myself for a couple of seconds.

I picked it back up a few months ago and am in the process of quitting again with the help of an e-cig.

If there was a way to only smoke the cigarettes you smoke right after waking up on a cool, foggy morning with a nice cup of coffee, sign me up for a life subscription. All the other cigarettes you smoke will pale in comparison to those ones. I still miss those ones.

Yeah cigarettes and coffee went together like ham and eggs when I was in college.  It took me a while to separate the interdependent relationship between the 2.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on July 01, 2015, 05:15:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 05:09:34 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 05:00:00 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 04:28:58 PM
Fags.  Tabs.  Gaspers.  Snouts.

"Can I ponce a fag, mate?"

I gave up, by the way - getting on for two years ago now.  I don't miss it at all, although I do occasionally dream about it and then wake up really angry with myself for a couple of seconds.

I picked it back up a few months ago and am in the process of quitting again with the help of an e-cig.

If there was a way to only smoke the cigarettes you smoke right after waking up on a cool, foggy morning with a nice cup of coffee, sign me up for a life subscription. All the other cigarettes you smoke will pale in comparison to those ones. I still miss those ones.

Yeah cigarettes and coffee went together like ham and eggs when I was in college.  It took me a while to separate the interdependent relationship between the 2.

The tough one for me was walking places without a smoke in my hand. I used to chain smoke when I was on foot. I could time all my walks in Charleston by how many cigarettes I smoked during them. It took 3 to get to one of my crappy part-time jobs, but only 2 for the other one. The first time I tried to walk to work after my first try at quitting was hellish. I had no idea what to do with my hands.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on July 01, 2015, 09:32:39 PM
Quote from: Bort on July 01, 2015, 05:15:41 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 01, 2015, 05:09:34 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 01, 2015, 05:00:00 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 01, 2015, 04:28:58 PM
Fags.  Tabs.  Gaspers.  Snouts.

"Can I ponce a fag, mate?"

I gave up, by the way - getting on for two years ago now.  I don't miss it at all, although I do occasionally dream about it and then wake up really angry with myself for a couple of seconds.

I picked it back up a few months ago and am in the process of quitting again with the help of an e-cig.

If there was a way to only smoke the cigarettes you smoke right after waking up on a cool, foggy morning with a nice cup of coffee, sign me up for a life subscription. All the other cigarettes you smoke will pale in comparison to those ones. I still miss those ones.

Yeah cigarettes and coffee went together like ham and eggs when I was in college.  It took me a while to separate the interdependent relationship between the 2.

The tough one for me was walking places without a smoke in my hand. I used to chain smoke when I was on foot. I could time all my walks in Charleston by how many cigarettes I smoked during them. It took 3 to get to one of my crappy part-time jobs, but only 2 for the other one. The first time I tried to walk to work after my first try at quitting was hellish. I had no idea what to do with my hands.

Looking back over the years I can say without exaggeration that pretty much everybody in my life smoked at one point or another, including Mrs. flannj.

Except for me because it's fucking gross.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:21:16 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995.

Only TJ can save us now. Yeah I had a harder time with the last few years than I did with '91 and '92.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 10, 2015, 02:45:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?

I remember him, but I never would've guessed he was in an Opening Day lineup.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:52:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:45:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?

I remember him, but I never would've guessed he was in an Opening Day lineup.

Yeah what the heck happened to Ricky Gutierrez that he didn't start on Opening Day in 2000?

And yeah I struggled the hardest with the 2012-2013 Cubs. I thought for sure Bryan Lahair started 2012 opening day at first base but it was Jeff Baker. Was it Brent Lilibridge or Blake DeWitt that Slaky hated with the fire of a thousand suns? Probably both.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on July 10, 2015, 02:54:26 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:52:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:45:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?

I remember him, but I never would've guessed he was in an Opening Day lineup.

Yeah what the heck happened to Ricky Gutierrez that he didn't start on Opening Day in 2000?

And yeah I struggled the hardest with the 2012-2013 Cubs. I thought for sure Bryan Lahair started 2012 opening day at first base but it was Jeff Baker. Was it Brent Lilibridge or Blake DeWitt that Slaky hated with the fire of a thousand suns? Probably both.

Oleg, of all people, carried around a HATEBONER for DeWitt.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:56:08 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:54:26 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:52:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:45:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?

I remember him, but I never would've guessed he was in an Opening Day lineup.

Yeah what the heck happened to Ricky Gutierrez that he didn't start on Opening Day in 2000?

And yeah I struggled the hardest with the 2012-2013 Cubs. I thought for sure Bryan Lahair started 2012 opening day at first base but it was Jeff Baker. Was it Brent Lilibridge or Blake DeWitt that Slaky hated with the fire of a thousand suns? Probably both.

Oleg, of all people, carried around a HATEBONER for DeWitt.

I have zero, and I mean absolutely zero, recollection of Brent Lilibridge. I thought I did, but it was Blake DeWitt I was thinking of.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 10, 2015, 03:03:59 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:56:08 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:54:26 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:52:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:45:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?

I remember him, but I never would've guessed he was in an Opening Day lineup.

Yeah what the heck happened to Ricky Gutierrez that he didn't start on Opening Day in 2000?

And yeah I struggled the hardest with the 2012-2013 Cubs. I thought for sure Bryan Lahair started 2012 opening day at first base but it was Jeff Baker. Was it Brent Lilibridge or Blake DeWitt that Slaky hated with the fire of a thousand suns? Probably both.

Oleg, of all people, carried around a HATEBONER for DeWitt.

I have zero, and I mean absolutely zero, recollection of Brent Lilibridge. I thought I did, but it was Blake DeWitt I was thinking of.

How could anyone forget the dwarf that Apex renamed (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=4647.msg264861#msg264861) Brent Littlebitch?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on July 10, 2015, 03:05:03 PM
I know nothing of Joe Snow.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on July 10, 2015, 03:45:35 PM
I got 206. For some reason I had no memory of the entire 2014 outfield. It's been a rough day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 10, 2015, 06:43:28 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2015, 03:03:59 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:56:08 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:54:26 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:52:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:45:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?

I remember him, but I never would've guessed he was in an Opening Day lineup.

Yeah what the heck happened to Ricky Gutierrez that he didn't start on Opening Day in 2000?

And yeah I struggled the hardest with the 2012-2013 Cubs. I thought for sure Bryan Lahair started 2012 opening day at first base but it was Jeff Baker. Was it Brent Lilibridge or Blake DeWitt that Slaky hated with the fire of a thousand suns? Probably both.

Oleg, of all people, carried around a HATEBONER for DeWitt.

I have zero, and I mean absolutely zero, recollection of Brent Lilibridge. I thought I did, but it was Blake DeWitt I was thinking of.

How could anyone forget the dwarf that Apex renamed (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=4647.msg264861#msg264861) Brent Littlebitch?

BRENT NILLIBRIDGE.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 07:52:13 PM
Edwin Jackson
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 19, 2015, 07:57:38 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 07:52:13 PM
Edwin Jackson

Ha, Peck and I were talking about this just last night.  Anybody else we should discuss?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 19, 2015, 08:30:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 19, 2015, 07:57:38 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 07:52:13 PM
Edwin Jackson

Ha, Peck and I were talking about this just last night.  Anybody else we should discuss?

All the handwringing over the "tough decision" on who goes to make room for Soriano was hilarious. Everyone forgot about E-Jax.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 19, 2015, 08:46:15 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 19, 2015, 08:30:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 19, 2015, 07:57:38 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 07:52:13 PM
Edwin Jackson

Ha, Peck and I were talking about this just last night.  Anybody else we should discuss?

All the handwringing over the "tough decision" on who goes to make room for Soriano was hilarious. Everyone forgot about E-Jax.

I don't think anyone forgot about him. There's just not too many teams willing to pay a guy that much money not to be on the team. This is a nice statement from Ricketts about putting winning over everything
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 09:45:16 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 19, 2015, 08:46:15 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 19, 2015, 08:30:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 19, 2015, 07:57:38 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 07:52:13 PM
Edwin Jackson

Ha, Peck and I were talking about this just last night.  Anybody else we should discuss?

All the handwringing over the "tough decision" on who goes to make room for Soriano was hilarious. Everyone forgot about E-Jax.

I don't think anyone forgot about him. There's just not too many teams willing to pay a guy that much money not to be on the team. This is a nice statement from Ricketts about putting winning over everything

Pretty sure Ricketts understands writing off bad debt. Don't think this says anything new about commitment to winning.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 20, 2015, 07:16:26 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 09:45:16 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 19, 2015, 08:46:15 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 19, 2015, 08:30:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 19, 2015, 07:57:38 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on July 19, 2015, 07:52:13 PM
Edwin Jackson

Ha, Peck and I were talking about this just last night.  Anybody else we should discuss?

All the handwringing over the "tough decision" on who goes to make room for Soriano was hilarious. Everyone forgot about E-Jax.

I don't think anyone forgot about him. There's just not too many teams willing to pay a guy that much money not to be on the team. This is a nice statement from Ricketts about putting winning over everything

Pretty sure Ricketts understands writing off bad debt. Don't think this says anything new about commitment to winning.

Maybe that's all it is, but the Sox are still trotting John Danks out there every fifth day. The Phillies keep starting Ryan Howard (not that they're competitive at all, but still), the Yankees haven't even moved CC Sabathia to the bullpen yet. Not every owner is willing to eat that much money for a guy they aren't even rostering.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 20, 2015, 09:54:14 AM
Quote from: Tonker on July 10, 2015, 06:43:28 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 10, 2015, 03:03:59 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:56:08 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:54:26 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 02:52:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 02:45:07 PM
Quote from: CT III on July 10, 2015, 02:40:58 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 10, 2015, 02:24:40 PM
Quote from: PANK! on July 10, 2015, 01:16:31 PM
Quote from: R-V on July 10, 2015, 01:14:41 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 10, 2015, 12:04:12 PM
http://www.sporcle.com/games/htimsetan/cubs_opening_day_lineups I got 217/225. 

Missed the starting pitcher for 1996, the starting LF for 93-94, CF for 1993, SS for 2000, RF for 2012, CF for 2013, and 2B for 2013.

WHO CAN TOP ME.

Damn, that is impressive. I came in at a measly 134. This season was the only one where I got the full lineup.

Huey really needs to take this test and smoke you with a perfect score. The 2B for 2013 is definitely hilarious - it's amazing how quickly I've wiped the 2012-2014 teams from my memory.

You seriously got a 217?  Wow.

I got 188.  Memory is a funny thing--at least mine is.  I had a harder time recalling players from 2006-2010 than I did from 1991-1995. 

Yeah, basically this. I ended up with 172. Ran the table on 1991-1995 once I figured out how to spell Buechele. No problems remembering Damon Berryhill and Hector Villanueva. But then I forgot about guys like Pena, Izturis and DeJesus. 1999-2002 was my worst section. Who the hell is Jose Nieves?



You don't remember Joe Snow?

I remember him, but I never would've guessed he was in an Opening Day lineup.

Yeah what the heck happened to Ricky Gutierrez that he didn't start on Opening Day in 2000?

And yeah I struggled the hardest with the 2012-2013 Cubs. I thought for sure Bryan Lahair started 2012 opening day at first base but it was Jeff Baker. Was it Brent Lilibridge or Blake DeWitt that Slaky hated with the fire of a thousand suns? Probably both.

Oleg, of all people, carried around a HATEBONER for DeWitt.

I have zero, and I mean absolutely zero, recollection of Brent Lilibridge. I thought I did, but it was Blake DeWitt I was thinking of.

How could anyone forget the dwarf that Apex renamed (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=4647.msg264861#msg264861) Brent Littlebitch?

BRENT NILLIBRIDGE.
I'll see that and raise you one Tyler Teagarden.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 31, 2015, 03:10:09 PM
Junior Lake
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on July 31, 2015, 04:33:10 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 31, 2015, 03:10:09 PM
Junior Lake

Seriously?  Goddammit, I'm going to see the I-Cubs tonight.  Who am I going to boo now?*  I'll have to change my password at work, now, too.  Who do we want the Cubs to get rid of next?

*Phil Coke.  The answer is Phil Coke.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 31, 2015, 04:46:55 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 31, 2015, 04:33:10 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 31, 2015, 03:10:09 PM
Junior Lake

Seriously?  Goddammit, I'm going to see the I-Cubs tonight.  Who am I going to boo now?*  I'll have to change my password at work, now, too.  Who do we want the Cubs to get rid of next?

*Phil Coke.  The answer is Phil Coke.

Honestly, I didn't know he was still in the organization.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 31, 2015, 04:48:36 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 31, 2015, 04:46:55 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 31, 2015, 04:33:10 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 31, 2015, 03:10:09 PM
Junior Lake

Seriously?  Goddammit, I'm going to see the I-Cubs tonight.  Who am I going to boo now?*  I'll have to change my password at work, now, too.  Who do we want the Cubs to get rid of next?

*Phil Coke.  The answer is Phil Coke.


He's not. He plays for Nashville whom the I Cubs are playing. He took the loss last night I believe
Honestly, I didn't know he was still in the organization.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 31, 2015, 04:54:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 31, 2015, 04:48:36 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 31, 2015, 04:46:55 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 31, 2015, 04:33:10 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 31, 2015, 03:10:09 PM
Junior Lake

Seriously?  Goddammit, I'm going to see the I-Cubs tonight.  Who am I going to boo now?*  I'll have to change my password at work, now, too.  Who do we want the Cubs to get rid of next?

*Phil Coke.  The answer is Phil Coke.


He's not. He plays for Nashville whom the I Cubs are playing. He took the loss last night I believe
Honestly, I didn't know he was still in the organization.

Nice.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 31, 2015, 05:00:07 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on July 31, 2015, 04:54:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 31, 2015, 04:48:36 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on July 31, 2015, 04:46:55 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 31, 2015, 04:33:10 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on July 31, 2015, 03:10:09 PM
Junior Lake

Seriously?  Goddammit, I'm going to see the I-Cubs tonight.  Who am I going to boo now?*  I'll have to change my password at work, now, too.  Who do we want the Cubs to get rid of next?

*Phil Coke.  The answer is Phil Coke.


He's not. He plays for Nashville whom the I Cubs are playing. He took the loss last night I believe
Honestly, I didn't know he was still in the organization.

Nice.

I PANK hard when I post from my phone. Goddammit
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on July 31, 2015, 08:10:43 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 31, 2015, 04:33:10 PM
Seriously?  Goddammit, I'm going to see the I-Cubs tonight.  Who am I going to boo now?*  I'll have to change my password at work, now, too.  Who do we want the Cubs to get rid of next?

Got a Javy report?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on August 01, 2015, 07:50:06 AM
Quote from: Eli on July 31, 2015, 08:10:43 PM
Quote from: Tonker on July 31, 2015, 04:33:10 PM
Seriously?  Goddammit, I'm going to see the I-Cubs tonight.  Who am I going to boo now?*  I'll have to change my password at work, now, too.  Who do we want the Cubs to get rid of next?

Got a Javy report?

Pfft.  I'm no expert.  He hit some balls hard, hit a screaming double, and made a couple of really nice plays at short: he's a very smart fielder and made the Nashville baserunners look fucking silly more than once.  He could do worse than choose a salad once in a while.

Seriously, for all I know about it, he looked a class apart and more than ready to come back to the bigs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on August 07, 2015, 11:54:08 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 08:29:59 AM
Beat me to it...so long, Beef.

12 homers for Beef since arriving in Arizona on June 3rd. </SKObait>
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on August 08, 2015, 11:54:50 AM
Quote from: Shooter on August 07, 2015, 11:54:08 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 08:29:59 AM
Beat me to it...so long, Beef.

12 homers for Beef since arriving in Arizona on June 3rd. </SKObait>

Yeah the sad thing is David Ross doesn't even bother me that much anymore. His defense is great and in a vacuum he's an acceptable replacement level backup catcher.  The fact that they put themselves in a position where they traded away a power hitting catcher who was much younger for basically nothing so they could make room for David Ross is a bit irritating.  Oh well. Schwarber heals all things.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on August 08, 2015, 01:57:33 PM
Quote from: SKO on August 08, 2015, 11:54:50 AM
Quote from: Shooter on August 07, 2015, 11:54:08 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on May 19, 2015, 08:29:59 AM
Beat me to it...so long, Beef.

12 homers for Beef since arriving in Arizona on June 3rd. </SKObait>

Yeah the sad thing is David Ross doesn't even bother me that much anymore. His defense is great and in a vacuum he's an acceptable replacement level backup catcher.  The fact that they put themselves in a position where they traded away a power hitting catcher who was much younger for basically nothing so they could make room for David Ross is a bit irritating.  Oh well. Schwarber heals all things.

Semantics, but I think Ross was coming here no matter what with Lester. If you're doing the swap game, Castillo was probably traded to "make room" for Montero.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 20, 2015, 09:59:13 PM
It's a David Aardsma sighting!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on August 28, 2015, 01:41:46 PM
Tim Beckman
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 09:31:03 AM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

"Fondly" is a bit strong.

(http://assets.rollingstone.com/assets/2013/article/jack-huston-bids-a-fond-farewell-to-the-boardwalk-20131125/18300/_original/1035x690-mask-finale-schiraldi-1800-1385383119.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 01, 2015, 09:37:40 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 09:31:03 AM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

"Fondly" is a bit strong.

(http://assets.rollingstone.com/assets/2013/article/jack-huston-bids-a-fond-farewell-to-the-boardwalk-20131125/18300/_original/1035x690-mask-finale-schiraldi-1800-1385383119.jpg)

Well he may have sucked something awful but his willingness to bat with a broken appendage and keep the braying idiots  from SCREAMING about Kris Bryant's service time and how the Cubs don't want to win and all that shit is worth something in my book.  So when Bryant's still bashing the shit out of the ball for the Cubs in 2022 I'll remember Olt fondly.

Mostly, though, I'll miss the references to Richard Harrow. That shit was quality.  Good night, sweet prince.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on September 01, 2015, 01:15:08 PM
Kudos to Pex for saving that picture until the appropriate moment.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 01, 2015, 03:47:55 PM
Quote from: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano

Thumbs way up
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 02, 2015, 07:27:33 AM
Quote from: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano

But the question is did the Cubs admit a mistake quickly enough to satisfy sourpuss Eli,  hmmm (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8864.msg290904#msg290904)?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 02, 2015, 07:42:34 AM
Quote from: PANK! on September 02, 2015, 07:27:33 AM
Quote from: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano

But the question is did the Cubs admit a mistake quickly enough to satisfy sourpuss Eli,  hmmm (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8864.msg290904#msg290904)?

Also I'm kind of curious what other examples he has of the front office being slow to admit mistakes. I can't really think of any mistakes they made that they didn't move on from quickly enough. Edwin was removed from the rotation and eventually the team the second they were trying to contend.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on September 02, 2015, 09:37:46 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 07:42:34 AM
Quote from: PANK! on September 02, 2015, 07:27:33 AM
Quote from: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano

But the question is did the Cubs admit a mistake quickly enough to satisfy sourpuss Eli,  hmmm (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8864.msg290904#msg290904)?

Also I'm kind of curious what other examples he has of the front office being slow to admit mistakes. I can't really think of any mistakes they made that they didn't move on from quickly enough. Edwin was removed from the rotation and eventually the team the second they were trying to contend.

Shea McClellan
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:28:31 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 02, 2015, 09:37:46 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 07:42:34 AM
Quote from: PANK! on September 02, 2015, 07:27:33 AM
Quote from: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano

But the question is did the Cubs admit a mistake quickly enough to satisfy sourpuss Eli,  hmmm (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8864.msg290904#msg290904)?

Also I'm kind of curious what other examples he has of the front office being slow to admit mistakes. I can't really think of any mistakes they made that they didn't move on from quickly enough. Edwin was removed from the rotation and eventually the team the second they were trying to contend.

Shea McClellan

Don't joke. Did they cut this fucking asshole yet?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:35:34 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:28:31 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 02, 2015, 09:37:46 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 07:42:34 AM
Quote from: PANK! on September 02, 2015, 07:27:33 AM
Quote from: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano

But the question is did the Cubs admit a mistake quickly enough to satisfy sourpuss Eli,  hmmm (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8864.msg290904#msg290904)?

Also I'm kind of curious what other examples he has of the front office being slow to admit mistakes. I can't really think of any mistakes they made that they didn't move on from quickly enough. Edwin was removed from the rotation and eventually the team the second they were trying to contend.

Shea McClellan

Don't joke. Did they cut this fucking asshole yet?

Agreed. They should cut him and replace him with one of the better linebackers like
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:36:08 AM
DPD (not defending Sheamus, just pointing out that he's probably not even in the top 25 reasons probably that the Bears are a hopeless mess).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 02, 2015, 10:39:13 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:28:31 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 02, 2015, 09:37:46 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 07:42:34 AM
Quote from: PANK! on September 02, 2015, 07:27:33 AM
Quote from: Yeti on September 01, 2015, 03:44:11 PM
https://twitter.com/ESPNChiCubs/status/638814345909174272

James Russell
Rafael Soriano

But the question is did the Cubs admit a mistake quickly enough to satisfy sourpuss Eli,  hmmm (http://www.desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=8864.msg290904#msg290904)?

Also I'm kind of curious what other examples he has of the front office being slow to admit mistakes. I can't really think of any mistakes they made that they didn't move on from quickly enough. Edwin was removed from the rotation and eventually the team the second they were trying to contend.

Shea McClellan

Don't joke. Did they cut this fucking asshole yet?

If you read up, Apex' Mclellan mention was prompted by the discussion of teams that don't admit they made mistakes on players and hold on to them, which the Cubs are very much not, contrary to Eli's very wrongheaded take. :(
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:49:09 AM
Are we misspelling McClellin as McClellan in order to spite the bastard by comparing him to the shitty Civil War general? Because I'm down with that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:50:06 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:36:08 AM
DPD (not defending Sheamus, just pointing out that he's probably not even in the top 25 reasons probably that the Bears are a hopeless mess).

Totally. They should just keep him around because they wasted a high pick on him.

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:50:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:36:08 AM
DPD (not defending Sheamus, just pointing out that he's probably not even in the top 25 reasons probably that the Bears are a hopeless mess).

And no - I think he would make the top 25. Even if as a symbol of their awful drafting.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on September 02, 2015, 10:52:17 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:50:06 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:36:08 AM
DPD (not defending Sheamus, just pointing out that he's probably not even in the top 25 reasons probably that the Bears are a hopeless mess).

Totally. They should just keep him around because they wasted a high pick on him.



He's not in the top 25 reasons. He's reason number 4,080. I'm not losing sleep over it, believe me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:55:40 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:50:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:36:08 AM
DPD (not defending Sheamus, just pointing out that he's probably not even in the top 25 reasons probably that the Bears are a hopeless mess).

And no - I think he would make the top 25. Even if as a symbol of their awful drafting.

Yeah but the truly sad thing is that I 100% believe Shea is an absolutely shitty player and yet I'm not sure anyone behind him is any better. Last year PFF had him as a completely average linebacker. He doesn't really make anything, his salary is guaranteed anyway as a first round pick under the new CBA, and his 5th year option has already been declined, so just deal with him for a few more months and know that he's gone afterwards.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on September 02, 2015, 11:22:24 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:55:40 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:50:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:36:08 AM
DPD (not defending Sheamus, just pointing out that he's probably not even in the top 25 reasons probably that the Bears are a hopeless mess).

And no - I think he would make the top 25. Even if as a symbol of their awful drafting.

Yeah but the truly sad thing is that I 100% believe Shea is an absolutely shitty player and yet I'm not sure anyone behind him is any better. Last year PFF had him as a completely average linebacker. He doesn't really make anything, his salary is guaranteed anyway as a first round pick under the new CBA, and his 5th year option has already been declined, so just deal with him for a few more months and know that he's gone afterwards.

If your point is that I should complain about something else other than Shea, ok. But that might involve paying attention to the Bears so I could figure out all the other more pressing concerns and having an opinion on how they should fix them. No.

And the fact that he's still here says a lot about both the former and current GMs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 02, 2015, 11:25:35 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 02, 2015, 11:22:24 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:55:40 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 02, 2015, 10:50:42 AM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:36:08 AM
DPD (not defending Sheamus, just pointing out that he's probably not even in the top 25 reasons probably that the Bears are a hopeless mess).

And no - I think he would make the top 25. Even if as a symbol of their awful drafting.

Yeah but the truly sad thing is that I 100% believe Shea is an absolutely shitty player and yet I'm not sure anyone behind him is any better. Last year PFF had him as a completely average linebacker. He doesn't really make anything, his salary is guaranteed anyway as a first round pick under the new CBA, and his 5th year option has already been declined, so just deal with him for a few more months and know that he's gone afterwards.

If your point is that I should complain about something else other than Shea, ok. But that might involve paying attention to the Bears so I could figure out all the other more pressing concerns and having an opinion on how they should fix them. No.

And the fact that he's still here says a lot about both the former and current GMs.

Oh no, complain away. It says a lot about the Bears that Shea sucks, that he was drafted in the first place for a position no one not named Phil Emery thought he could play and that he's stuck around this long. It says something even worse that as bad as he is, I don't think they have a better option on the roster.

GO CUBS
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on September 02, 2015, 01:45:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:49:09 AM
Are we misspelling McClellin as McClellan in order to spite the bastard by comparing him to the shitty Civil War general? Because I'm down with that.
I wonder who McClellan's PR man was?  For a guy who accomplished so little he certainly got a lot out of his reputation.  He was the Union's Scrappy McGillicudy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on September 02, 2015, 05:37:06 PM
Quote from: CBStew on September 02, 2015, 01:45:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:49:09 AM
Are we misspelling McClellin as McClellan in order to spite the bastard by comparing him to the shitty Civil War general? Because I'm down with that.
I wonder who McClellan's PR man was?  For a guy who accomplished so little he certainly got a lot out of his reputation.  He was the Union's Scrappy McGillicudy.
I think of him as the Union's Jim Hendry. No matter how badly he failed at his job, he was still one of the boys.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 02, 2015, 05:52:08 PM
Quote from: Bort on September 02, 2015, 05:37:06 PM
Quote from: CBStew on September 02, 2015, 01:45:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 02, 2015, 10:49:09 AM
Are we misspelling McClellin as McClellan in order to spite the bastard by comparing him to the shitty Civil War general? Because I'm down with that.
I wonder who McClellan's PR man was?  For a guy who accomplished so little he certainly got a lot out of his reputation.  He was the Union's Scrappy McGillicudy.
I think of him as the Union's Jim Hendry. No matter how badly he failed at his job, he was still one of the boys.

Then was Pinkerton Crane Kenney?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on September 05, 2015, 02:04:25 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

Should we feel sorry for MY COLT now?   (http://www.bleachernation.com/2015/09/05/white-sox-claim-mike-olt-off-waivers-from-the-cubs/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on September 06, 2015, 10:48:49 AM
Quote from: morpheus on September 05, 2015, 02:04:25 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

Should we feel sorry for MY COLT now?   (http://www.bleachernation.com/2015/09/05/white-sox-claim-mike-olt-off-waivers-from-the-cubs/)

Jesus nobody deserves that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 06, 2015, 09:30:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 06, 2015, 10:48:49 AM
Quote from: morpheus on September 05, 2015, 02:04:25 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

Should we feel sorry for MY COLT now?   (http://www.bleachernation.com/2015/09/05/white-sox-claim-mike-olt-off-waivers-from-the-cubs/)

Jesus nobody deserves that.

He went 2-4 (with 2 strikeouts, natch) in his Sox debut. Honestly he was a smart pickup for them. They've got a whole month to give him a tryout and he's got more talent than any third baseman in their organization.  A part of me wants him to be serviceable for them so we can mock them for picking up a starter off the Cubs scrap heap.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on September 06, 2015, 09:50:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 06, 2015, 09:30:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 06, 2015, 10:48:49 AM
Quote from: morpheus on September 05, 2015, 02:04:25 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

Should we feel sorry for MY COLT now?   (http://www.bleachernation.com/2015/09/05/white-sox-claim-mike-olt-off-waivers-from-the-cubs/)

Jesus nobody deserves that.

He went 2-4 (with 2 strikeouts, natch) in his Sox debut. Honestly he was a smart pickup for them. They've got a whole month to give him a tryout and he's got more talent than any third baseman in their organization.  A part of me wants him to be serviceable for them so we can mock them for picking up a starter off the Cubs scrap heap.

Like Hawk, he knows who the true opponents of the Good Guys are (http://m.mlb.com/video/v458067483/?game_pk=415684).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on September 06, 2015, 10:34:24 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 06, 2015, 09:30:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 06, 2015, 10:48:49 AM
Quote from: morpheus on September 05, 2015, 02:04:25 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

Should we feel sorry for MY COLT now?   (http://www.bleachernation.com/2015/09/05/white-sox-claim-mike-olt-off-waivers-from-the-cubs/)

Jesus nobody deserves that.

He went 2-4 (with 2 strikeouts, natch) in his Sox debut. Honestly he was a smart pickup for them. They've got a whole month to give him a tryout and he's got more talent than any third baseman in their organization.  A part of me wants him to be serviceable for them so we can mock them for picking up a starter off the Cubs scrap heap.

I owe Mike Olt nothing and now that he's down there I hope he's out of baseball by Tuesday.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on September 07, 2015, 08:53:26 AM
Since May 29th, the Cubs have a .602 winning percentage.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on September 07, 2015, 10:32:51 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 06, 2015, 09:50:31 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 06, 2015, 09:30:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 06, 2015, 10:48:49 AM
Quote from: morpheus on September 05, 2015, 02:04:25 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

Should we feel sorry for MY COLT now?   (http://www.bleachernation.com/2015/09/05/white-sox-claim-mike-olt-off-waivers-from-the-cubs/)

Jesus nobody deserves that.

He went 2-4 (with 2 strikeouts, natch) in his Sox debut. Honestly he was a smart pickup for them. They've got a whole month to give him a tryout and he's got more talent than any third baseman in their organization.  A part of me wants him to be serviceable for them so we can mock them for picking up a starter off the Cubs scrap heap.

Like Hawk, he knows who the true opponents of the Good Guys are (http://m.mlb.com/video/v458067483/?game_pk=415684).

The Ligues new hero.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on September 08, 2015, 09:15:13 AM
Quote from: Slaky on September 06, 2015, 10:34:24 PM
Quote from: SKO on September 06, 2015, 09:30:39 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 06, 2015, 10:48:49 AM
Quote from: morpheus on September 05, 2015, 02:04:25 PM
Quote from: PANK! on September 01, 2015, 09:02:55 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

At least remember Olt fondly for gamely batting multiple time with a broken wrist so the Cubs wouldn't be forced to call up Bryant sooner than they wanted.

Should we feel sorry for MY COLT now?   (http://www.bleachernation.com/2015/09/05/white-sox-claim-mike-olt-off-waivers-from-the-cubs/)

Jesus nobody deserves that.

He went 2-4 (with 2 strikeouts, natch) in his Sox debut. Honestly he was a smart pickup for them. They've got a whole month to give him a tryout and he's got more talent than any third baseman in their organization.  A part of me wants him to be serviceable for them so we can mock them for picking up a starter off the Cubs scrap heap.

I owe Mike Olt nothing and now that he's down there I hope he's out of baseball by Tuesday.

Fuck and Yes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 11, 2015, 01:58:56 PM
Kris Versteeg & Joakim Nordstrom.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on September 25, 2015, 12:28:04 AM
Earlier this month Mike Olt became the first and only player to homer for both the Cubs and White Sox in the same season.  There's probably a BP Cup of some sort for that, so good for him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 07:01:54 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.

But that's not what they're doing. They already paid him the $11mm so they're trading whatever the current value of Jared Allen is for a 6th rounder.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on September 28, 2015, 08:55:06 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 07:01:54 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.

But that's not what they're doing. They already paid him the $11mm so they're trading whatever the current value of Jared Allen is for a 6th rounder.
Would someone please explain what happened to the Bears?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on September 28, 2015, 09:22:26 PM
Quote from: CBStew on September 28, 2015, 08:55:06 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 07:01:54 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.

But that's not what they're doing. They already paid him the $11mm so they're trading whatever the current value of Jared Allen is for a 6th rounder.
Would someone please explain what happened to the Bears?

They drafted really poorly for a really long time. This is what having no talent looks like.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 28, 2015, 09:54:48 PM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on September 28, 2015, 09:22:26 PM
Quote from: CBStew on September 28, 2015, 08:55:06 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 07:01:54 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.

But that's not what they're doing. They already paid him the $11mm so they're trading whatever the current value of Jared Allen is for a 6th rounder.
Would someone please explain what happened to the Bears?

They drafted really poorly for a really long time. This is what having no talent looks like.

DING. Once Forte is gone either by the trade deadline this year or this offseason they'll have no one left from their 2005-2011 draft classes, and the guys left from 2012-2015 don't look promising.  Jeffery has had one healthy season. Long is a great guard and a mediocre tackle. Fuller is all tools and no toolbox. They've got zero building blocks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 10:18:40 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 07:01:54 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.

But that's not what they're doing. They already paid him the $11mm so they're trading whatever the current value of Jared Allen is for a 6th rounder.

Right.  I get that.  I guess this is my way of saying that whoever decided to keep him around and pay the roster bonus should have their head examined...and by that, I mean examined extensively with a drill, while tied to a table.  Seriously, if I were the McCaskey's, and someone wasted $11 million of my money in such a manner, they'd be lucky to be unemployed the next day.

God, the Bears are the fucking Browns.  Maybe worse.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 10:31:24 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 10:18:40 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 07:01:54 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.

But that's not what they're doing. They already paid him the $11mm so they're trading whatever the current value of Jared Allen is for a 6th rounder.

Right.  I get that.  I guess this is my way of saying that whoever decided to keep him around and pay the roster bonus should have their head examined...and by that, I mean examined extensively with a drill, while tied to a table.  Seriously, if I were the McCaskey's, and someone wasted $11 million of my money in such a manner, they'd be lucky to be unemployed the next day.

God, the Bears are the fucking Browns.  Maybe worse.

My understanding of the nuances of NFL contracts is admittedly not great, but I read that it was a "guaranteed" bonus meaning the Bears "decided to keep him around and pay" it when they initially signed him. Someone else can weigh in and tell me how many flavors of wrong I am, but I suspect that structuring the deal in that way (to backload the bulk of guaranteed money to 2015 in the form of a bonus) had cap advantages last year. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 28, 2015, 11:41:27 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 10:31:24 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 10:18:40 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on September 28, 2015, 07:01:54 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 06:22:05 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on September 28, 2015, 03:35:16 PM
Jared Allen.

It's not my money, but paying $11 million for a 6th round pick seems unwise.

But that's not what they're doing. They already paid him the $11mm so they're trading whatever the current value of Jared Allen is for a 6th rounder.

Right.  I get that.  I guess this is my way of saying that whoever decided to keep him around and pay the roster bonus should have their head examined...and by that, I mean examined extensively with a drill, while tied to a table.  Seriously, if I were the McCaskey's, and someone wasted $11 million of my money in such a manner, they'd be lucky to be unemployed the next day.

God, the Bears are the fucking Browns.  Maybe worse.

My understanding of the nuances of NFL contracts is admittedly not great, but I read that it was a "guaranteed" bonus meaning the Bears "decided to keep him around and pay" it when they initially signed him. Someone else can weigh in and tell me how many flavors of wrong I am, but I suspect that structuring the deal in that way (to backload the bulk of guaranteed money to 2015 in the form of a bonus) had cap advantages last year. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Ding.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on September 29, 2015, 08:35:49 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 10:18:40 PM
Seriously, if I were the McCaskey's, and someone wasted $11 million of my money in such a manner, they'd be lucky to be unemployed the next day.

They are already committed to $10 million for Cutler for next year. Guaranteed.

One of the guys who did that is gone.  Not sure about Cliff Stein.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on September 29, 2015, 08:43:14 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on September 29, 2015, 08:35:49 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 10:18:40 PM
Seriously, if I were the McCaskey's, and someone wasted $11 million of my money in such a manner, they'd be lucky to be unemployed the next day.

They are already committed to $10 million for Cutler for next year. Guaranteed.

One of the guys who did that is gone.  Not sure about Cliff Stein.

Cliff got "promoted" to a position that sounds made up, but I don't know why you would hold him accountable anyway. He's just the capologist. He was told to get them under the cap and keep that Cutler deal as manageable as possible and he did it. It's not like he had anything to do with coming up with the $54 million guaranteed number. In the grand scheme of QB contracts, that they have just 10 million guaranteed committed to the QB position next year is basically nothing.

They have $60 million in cap room for next year anyway, and a rookie QB will cost basically nothing. No team should ever want or need that much cap room anyway. If you're spending that much money in NFL free agency you're just asking to have a bunch of dead money on the cap in two years when those free agents end up being disappointments like 90% of all high paid NFL FAs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on September 29, 2015, 09:03:16 AM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on September 28, 2015, 10:18:40 PM
Seriously, if I were the McCaskey's, and someone wasted $11 million of my money in such a manner, they'd be lucky to be unemployed the next day.

The NFL isn't a standard workplace
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on September 29, 2015, 09:10:05 AM
Jon Bostic
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on October 06, 2015, 10:14:31 AM
Assuming he's not used in the post-season, the Dan Haren era is over. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2015/10/dan-haren-probably-retiring-after-2015-season.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 06, 2015, 11:38:46 AM
Quote from: Oleg on October 06, 2015, 10:14:31 AM
Assuming he's not used in the post-season, the Dan Haren era is over. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2015/10/dan-haren-probably-retiring-after-2015-season.html)

I really like the dude, and quite apart from the fact that I wanted home advantage for the Cubs, I was pulling like hell for his last MLB start to mean something.  He did his bit, at least.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 08, 2015, 11:11:48 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

What if your employer put you on paid leave and you made millions off of them while they decided to wait out the results of the pending legal investigation? They've not deprived you of your livelihood, they've merely done what they can to protect the company's image. This is what the Panthers did with Greg Hardy last year.

But really in the end the guy ranting in the comments about INNOCENT TILL PROVEN GUILTY AND BITCHES TRYIN TO FALSELY ACCUSE GUYS OF RAPE ARE THE REAL RACISTS or whatever the usual trash is are missing the point that that it's simply a matter of not feeling comfortable cracking jokes and making fun of other players and fanbases while the 800 lb elephant of whatever Kane did is unresolved, not determining Kane's guilt.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on October 08, 2015, 11:12:59 AM
Quote from: SKO on October 08, 2015, 11:11:48 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

What if your employer put you on paid leave and you made millions off of them while they decided to wait out the results of the pending legal investigation? They've not deprived you of your livelihood, they've merely done what they can to protect the company's image. This is what the Panthers did with Greg Hardy last year.

But really in the end the guy ranting in the comments about INNOCENT TILL PROVEN GUILTY AND BITCHES TRYIN TO FALSELY ACCUSE GUYS OF RAPE ARE THE REAL RACISTS or whatever the usual trash is are missing the point that that it's simply a matter of not feeling comfortable cracking jokes and making fun of other players and fanbases while the 800 lb elephant of whatever Kane did is unresolved, not determining Kane's guilt.

Anytime my employer wants to do that with me, I'm ready.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 08, 2015, 01:45:51 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 08, 2015, 11:11:48 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

What if your employer put you on paid leave and you made millions off of them while they decided to wait out the results of the pending legal investigation? They've not deprived you of your livelihood, they've merely done what they can to protect the company's image. This is what the Panthers did with Greg Hardy last year.

But really in the end the guy ranting in the comments about INNOCENT TILL PROVEN GUILTY AND BITCHES TRYIN TO FALSELY ACCUSE GUYS OF RAPE ARE THE REAL RACISTS or whatever the usual trash is are missing the point that that it's simply a matter of not feeling comfortable cracking jokes and making fun of other players and fanbases while the 800 lb elephant of whatever Kane did is unresolved, not determining Kane's guilt.

Whoa, it's like you actually read what was written.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 08, 2015, 01:57:46 PM
Pittsburgh.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

Kane's presence on the teams makes me, at best, uneasy, but I've also found myself recoiling at the religious-like zeal that some people with whom I generally agree and whose Twitter feed I've enjoyed seem to have comported themselves throughout this ordeal which also made me uneasy.  It makes it really hard to assess the situation because it's a proven fucked up case that is definitely not black and white.  And then there's the cynic in me which tells me you guys have produced a shit-ton of content that had to feel like a job after a while and this gives you an easy way to explain away the fact that you just don't want to fucking do it anymore, and that's fine--it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.  

And the ShoutBox died a slow death over the course of the last 3 months anyway so...thanks for the memories?

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 08, 2015, 01:59:44 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on October 08, 2015, 01:57:46 PM
Pittsburgh.

THIS.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on October 08, 2015, 02:27:51 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.

I've been debating for the last few minutes whether it would be funnier if this was intentional or unintentional. At first I pictured you tipping your cat over and a bunch of potato skins spilling out, but then I realized that was unrealistic as you would never waste the most nourishing part of the tater like that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 08, 2015, 02:49:24 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

Kane's presence on the teams makes me, at best, uneasy, but I've also found myself recoiling at the religious-like zeal that some people with whom I generally agree and whose Twitter feed I've enjoyed seem to have comported themselves throughout this ordeal which also made me uneasy.  It makes it really hard to assess the situation because it's a proven fucked up case that is definitely not black and white.  And then there's the cynic in me which tells me you guys have produced a shit-ton of content that had to feel like a job after a while and this gives you an easy way to explain away the fact that you just don't want to fucking do it anymore, and that's fine--it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.  

And the ShoutBox died a slow death over the course of the last 3 months anyway so...thanks for the memories?



Are you fucking serious?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on October 08, 2015, 02:51:02 PM
Quote from: R-V on October 08, 2015, 02:27:51 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.

I've been debating for the last few minutes whether it would be funnier if this was intentional or unintentional. At first I pictured you tipping your cat over and a bunch of potato skins spilling out, but then I realized that was unrealistic as you would never waste the most nourishing part of the tater like that.

Huey's had an amazing week. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 08, 2015, 02:53:13 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 08, 2015, 02:49:24 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

Kane's presence on the teams makes me, at best, uneasy, but I've also found myself recoiling at the religious-like zeal that some people with whom I generally agree and whose Twitter feed I've enjoyed seem to have comported themselves throughout this ordeal which also made me uneasy.  It makes it really hard to assess the situation because it's a proven fucked up case that is definitely not black and white.  And then there's the cynic in me which tells me you guys have produced a shit-ton of content that had to feel like a job after a while and this gives you an easy way to explain away the fact that you just don't want to fucking do it anymore, and that's fine--it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.  

And the ShoutBox died a slow death over the course of the last 3 months anyway so...thanks for the memories?



Are you fucking serious?

I really do not understand what is so hard to grasp about "we are uncomfortable making jokes about a team that may be employing and marketing a rapist" that people can't accept it at face value.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 08, 2015, 03:05:18 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 08, 2015, 02:53:13 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 08, 2015, 02:49:24 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

Kane's presence on the teams makes me, at best, uneasy, but I've also found myself recoiling at the religious-like zeal that some people with whom I generally agree and whose Twitter feed I've enjoyed seem to have comported themselves throughout this ordeal which also made me uneasy.  It makes it really hard to assess the situation because it's a proven fucked up case that is definitely not black and white.  And then there's the cynic in me which tells me you guys have produced a shit-ton of content that had to feel like a job after a while and this gives you an easy way to explain away the fact that you just don't want to fucking do it anymore, and that's fine--it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.  

And the ShoutBox died a slow death over the course of the last 3 months anyway so...thanks for the memories?



Are you fucking serious?

I really do not understand what is so hard to grasp about "we are uncomfortable making jokes about a team that may be employing and marketing a rapist" that people can't accept it at face value.

With the related point that "whether he's guilty or not, the Blackhawks made it crystal clear it didn't matter as long as he was good a hockey."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 03:56:26 PM
Quote from: R-V on October 08, 2015, 02:27:51 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.

I've been debating for the last few minutes whether it would be funnier if this was intentional or unintentional. At first I pictured you tipping your cat over and a bunch of potato skins spilling out, but then I realized that was unrealistic as you would never waste the most nourishing part of the tater like that.

I've been laughing at "tip my cat" for a good 10 minutes.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on October 08, 2015, 07:56:02 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 08, 2015, 11:11:48 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

What if your employer put you on paid leave and you made millions off of them while they decided to wait out the results of the pending legal investigation? They've not deprived you of your livelihood, they've merely done what they can to protect the company's image. This is what the Panthers did with Greg Hardy last year.

But really in the end the guy ranting in the comments about INNOCENT TILL PROVEN GUILTY AND BITCHES TRYIN TO FALSELY ACCUSE GUYS OF RAPE ARE THE REAL RACISTS or whatever the usual trash is are missing the point that that it's simply a matter of not feeling comfortable cracking jokes and making fun of other players and fanbases while the 800 lb elephant of whatever Kane did is unresolved, not determining Kane's guilt.

Hardy was placed on the commissioner's exempt list, not suspended by the Panthers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on October 08, 2015, 08:08:41 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 03:56:26 PM
Quote from: R-V on October 08, 2015, 02:27:51 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.

I've been debating for the last few minutes whether it would be funnier if this was intentional or unintentional. At first I pictured you tipping your cat over and a bunch of potato skins spilling out, but then I realized that was unrealistic as you would never waste the most nourishing part of the tater like that.

I've been laughing at "tip my cat" for a good 10 minutes.

The "t" and the "p" are five keys away from one another.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 08, 2015, 09:40:04 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 08, 2015, 11:11:48 AM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

What if your employer put you on paid leave and you made millions off of them while they decided to wait out the results of the pending legal investigation? They've not deprived you of your livelihood, they've merely done what they can to protect the company's image. This is what the Panthers did with Greg Hardy last year.

But really in the end the guy ranting in the comments about INNOCENT TILL PROVEN GUILTY AND BITCHES TRYIN TO FALSELY ACCUSE GUYS OF RAPE ARE THE REAL RACISTS or whatever the usual trash is are missing the point that that it's simply a matter of not feeling comfortable cracking jokes and making fun of other players and fanbases while the 800 lb elephant of whatever Kane did is unresolved, not determining Kane's guilt.

What's happened is that virtually every Kane defender has completely forgotten the other two instances of drunken/violent behavior by Kane prior to this (alleged) one.

This is also where it's easy to note all three incidents have occurred outside Chicago, where the Wirtz/Blackhawks cleanup people were unable to make it go away quickly/quietly...like they did when the Captain damn near Josh Hancocked himself n Lake St.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on October 08, 2015, 10:48:48 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on October 08, 2015, 08:08:41 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 03:56:26 PM
Quote from: R-V on October 08, 2015, 02:27:51 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.

I've been debating for the last few minutes whether it would be funnier if this was intentional or unintentional. At first I pictured you tipping your cat over and a bunch of potato skins spilling out, but then I realized that was unrealistic as you would never waste the most nourishing part of the tater like that.

I've been laughing at "tip my cat" for a good 10 minutes.

The "t" and the "p" are five keys away from one another.
Bite my budgie
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 08, 2015, 10:49:22 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

Kane's presence on the teams makes me, at best, uneasy, but I've also found myself recoiling at the religious-like zeal that some people with whom I generally agree and whose Twitter feed I've enjoyed seem to have comported themselves throughout this ordeal which also made me uneasy.  It makes it really hard to assess the situation because it's a proven fucked up case that is definitely not black and white.  And then there's the cynic in me which tells me you guys have produced a shit-ton of content that had to feel like a job after a while and this gives you an easy way to explain away the fact that you just don't want to fucking do it anymore, and that's fine--it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.  

And the ShoutBox died a slow death over the course of the last 3 months anyway so...thanks for the memories?



The half-written "View From The Top" entries I shitcanned when this all went down suggest otherwise.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 09, 2015, 06:07:44 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on October 08, 2015, 10:49:22 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
Quote from: Tonker on October 08, 2015, 11:00:39 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I don't really care about this, and I'm not as familiar with the ins and outs of the case as you all undoubtedly are.  All I'll say is that it's my understanding that Patrick Kane has yet to be charged with a crime, and it's by no means certain that he will be.  If I had been accused of, but not charged with, a crime and my employer took it upon themselves to impose any kind of sanction upon me whatsoever, I'd have those fuckers in court before they knew what had hit them.

Kane's presence on the teams makes me, at best, uneasy, but I've also found myself recoiling at the religious-like zeal that some people with whom I generally agree and whose Twitter feed I've enjoyed seem to have comported themselves throughout this ordeal which also made me uneasy.  It makes it really hard to assess the situation because it's a proven fucked up case that is definitely not black and white.  And then there's the cynic in me which tells me you guys have produced a shit-ton of content that had to feel like a job after a while and this gives you an easy way to explain away the fact that you just don't want to fucking do it anymore, and that's fine--it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.  

And the ShoutBox died a slow death over the course of the last 3 months anyway so...thanks for the memories?



The half-written "View From The Top" entries I shitcanned when this all went down suggest otherwise.


Thanks a lot, McDonough

Okay I can see that I was being extra dickish with my hot taek yesterday and I apologi.  The whole thing saddens and frustrates me from every angle, and I'll just leave it at that.  I am Kelly Dwyer-disapproved sincere about what I wrote about the quantity, though.  I even tipped my cat, Spuds, in your honor.  As you and CT know, I wrote about the Cubs quasi-consistently for 6 years  and, looking back, I  don't know how I had the time to do that.  That's more for CT who has 14 daughters of course. So cheers to both of you assholes. Sincerely.  And thanks for the ShoutBox.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 09, 2015, 08:30:31 AM
I tip my cat to your ability to apologi.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 09, 2015, 08:31:10 AM
Quote from: Bort on October 09, 2015, 08:30:31 AM
I tip my cat to your ability to apologi.

Apologi's deliberate you know.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 09, 2015, 08:40:58 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 09, 2015, 08:31:10 AM
Quote from: Bort on October 09, 2015, 08:30:31 AM
I tip my cat to your ability to apologi.

Apologi's deliberate you know.

I'm gonna call Poe(tato)'s Law on the inability to tell self-parody from actual PANKishness.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on October 09, 2015, 08:44:13 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 09, 2015, 06:07:44 AM
Okay I can see that I was being extra dickish with my hot taek yesterday and I apologi.  The whole thing saddens and frustrates me from every angle, and I'll just leave it at that.  I am Kelly Dwyer-disapproved sincere about what I wrote about the quantity, though.  I even tipped my cat, Spuds, in your honor.  As you and CT know, I wrote about the Cubs quasi-consistently for 6 years  and, looking back, I  don't know how I had the time to do that.  That's more for CT who has 14 daughters of course. So cheers to both of you assholes. Sincerely.  And thanks for the ShoutBox.

You really missed an opportunity to add "hot potaeko" to the lexicon. What we lost. What we could still probably have.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on October 09, 2015, 08:44:54 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on October 09, 2015, 08:44:13 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 09, 2015, 06:07:44 AM
Okay I can see that I was being extra dickish with my hot taek yesterday and I apologi.  The whole thing saddens and frustrates me from every angle, and I'll just leave it at that.  I am Kelly Dwyer-disapproved sincere about what I wrote about the quantity, though.  I even tipped my cat, Spuds, in your honor.  As you and CT know, I wrote about the Cubs quasi-consistently for 6 years  and, looking back, I  don't know how I had the time to do that.  That's more for CT who has 14 daughters of course. So cheers to both of you assholes. Sincerely.  And thanks for the ShoutBox.

You really missed an opportunity to add "hot potaeko" to the lexicon. What we lost. What we could still probably have.

oPtaek?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 09, 2015, 08:52:48 AM
BTW I so wanted to finish with "NOW GO GET YOUR SHOUTBOX" after it popped into my head I but was afraid it would serve to undermine my sincerity, such as it did for Billy Batts.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 09, 2015, 08:54:03 AM
Quote from: Bort on October 09, 2015, 08:40:58 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 09, 2015, 08:31:10 AM
Quote from: Bort on October 09, 2015, 08:30:31 AM
I tip my cat to your ability to apologi.

Apologi's deliberate you know.

I'm gonna call Poe(tato)'s Law on the inability to tell self-parody from actual PANKishness.

DPD. 

This is fair.  Continue your potato roastin'.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on October 09, 2015, 09:06:37 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on October 08, 2015, 08:08:41 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 03:56:26 PM
Quote from: R-V on October 08, 2015, 02:27:51 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.

I've been debating for the last few minutes whether it would be funnier if this was intentional or unintentional. At first I pictured you tipping your cat over and a bunch of potato skins spilling out, but then I realized that was unrealistic as you would never waste the most nourishing part of the tater like that.

I've been laughing at "tip my cat" for a good 10 minutes.

The "t" and the "p" are five keys away from one another.

Even the "h" and the "c" are separated by a few keys.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 09, 2015, 09:10:37 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 09, 2015, 08:52:48 AM
BTW I so wanted to finish with "NOW GO GET YOUR SHOUTBOX" after it popped into my head I but was afraid it would serve to undermine my sincerity, such as it did for Billy Batts.

Apologi accepted, and sincerity acknowledged.  My asshurt stemmed mostly from the fact that like Fork, I was very excited about writing about this season, and had literally put the finishing touches on a hilariously (I think) profane preview/gloat fest for the Anaheim Ducks the day before this all started.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on October 09, 2015, 09:22:43 AM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
And the ShoutBox died a slow death over the course of the last 3 months anyway so...thanks for the memories?

[ tips cat ]
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 09, 2015, 09:25:42 AM
Quote from: Oleg on October 09, 2015, 09:06:37 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on October 08, 2015, 08:08:41 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 03:56:26 PM
Quote from: R-V on October 08, 2015, 02:27:51 PM
Quote from: PANK! on October 08, 2015, 01:57:54 PM
it's been an impressive run and I tip my cat to you.

I've been debating for the last few minutes whether it would be funnier if this was intentional or unintentional. At first I pictured you tipping your cat over and a bunch of potato skins spilling out, but then I realized that was unrealistic as you would never waste the most nourishing part of the tater like that.

I've been laughing at "tip my cat" for a good 10 minutes.

The "t" and the "p" are five keys away from one another.

Even the "h" and the "c" are separated by a few keys.

I admit it:  I looked at the keyboard to see if I could use the "h" and "c" excuse in my defense but PANK SAY NO
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 13, 2015, 06:56:50 PM
St. Louis
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 17, 2015, 01:03:29 PM
Tim Wilken (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-tim-wilken-departs-cubs-20151016-story.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 27, 2015, 06:33:55 PM
Jacob Turner.

Claimed by the 2014-15 American League Off-Season Champions, the Chicago White Sox, who have already added Mike Olt in their quest to corner the market on the Cubs' sloppy seconds.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on October 28, 2015, 02:27:31 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on October 27, 2015, 06:33:55 PM
Jacob Turner.

Claimed by the 2014-15 American League Off-Season Champions, the Chicago White Sox, who have already added Mike Olt in their quest to corner the market on the Cubs' sloppy seconds.

Well, that's a little weird.  This dude, of whom I have no conscious memory whatsoever, popped into my head on Monday and I actually Googled his name to make sure that I wasn't imagining him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on October 30, 2015, 01:08:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Grantland
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 30, 2015, 01:28:54 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 30, 2015, 01:08:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Grantland

The writing was on the wall when they ran Simmons off, and lord knows it was never going to be profitable posting good, smart, original pieces instead of hot taeks and so was probably always on borrowed time, but shit, I'll miss it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on October 30, 2015, 04:25:34 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 30, 2015, 01:28:54 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 30, 2015, 01:08:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Grantland

The writing was on the wall when they ran Simmons off, and lord knows it was never going to be profitable posting good, smart, original pieces instead of hot taeks and so was probably always on borrowed time, but shit, I'll miss it.

Fuck.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 30, 2015, 05:27:26 PM
Quote from: CT III on October 30, 2015, 01:08:08 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Grantland

We should have shut the site down and blamed ESPN.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 03, 2015, 01:58:34 PM
Tsuyoshi Wada (back to NPB)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
 Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 05, 2015, 04:28:33 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



man, he gave us some moments.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on November 05, 2015, 05:22:43 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 05, 2015, 04:28:33 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



man, he gave us some moments.

He touched a lot of people.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 05, 2015, 05:35:31 PM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2015, 05:22:43 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 05, 2015, 04:28:33 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



man, he gave us some moments.

He touched a lot of people.

Morgan Freeman outlasts another one.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on November 05, 2015, 07:25:02 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 05, 2015, 05:35:31 PM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2015, 05:22:43 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 05, 2015, 04:28:33 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



man, he gave us some moments.

He touched a lot of people.

Morgan Freeman outlasts another one.

I loved him. LOVED him.  I hope he takes a dump in a shoebox and mails it to Barry Rozner.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 01:45:28 AM
Quote from: CT III on November 05, 2015, 07:25:02 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 05, 2015, 05:35:31 PM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2015, 05:22:43 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 05, 2015, 04:28:33 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



man, he gave us some moments.

He touched a lot of people.

Morgan Freeman outlasts another one.

I loved him. LOVED him.  I hope he takes a dump in a shoebox and mails it to Barry Rozner.

Why leave it to chance?  Let's all take a dump in a shoebox and mail it to Barry Rozner.

Can somebody do mine for me, though?  The postage from Europe is going to cost me an arm and a leg, and then I have to pay duty and sales tax on it when it gets there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2015, 08:16:40 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 01:45:28 AM
Quote from: CT III on November 05, 2015, 07:25:02 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 05, 2015, 05:35:31 PM
Quote from: Bort on November 05, 2015, 05:22:43 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 05, 2015, 04:28:33 PM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



man, he gave us some moments.

He touched a lot of people.

Morgan Freeman outlasts another one.

I loved him. LOVED him.  I hope he takes a dump in a shoebox and mails it to Barry Rozner.

Why leave it to chance?  Let's all take a dump in a shoebox and mail it to Barry Rozner.

Can somebody do mine for me, though?  The postage from Europe is going to cost me an arm and a leg, and then I have to pay duty and sales tax on it when it gets there.

don't you mean "doody"?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on November 06, 2015, 08:38:53 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



For the final time. No.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on November 06, 2015, 11:05:10 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on November 06, 2015, 08:38:53 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



For the final time. No.

only meant in love, loved watching Aramis play and couldn't give a flying fuck about how fast he got to first base
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on November 06, 2015, 11:15:15 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 06, 2015, 11:05:10 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on November 06, 2015, 08:38:53 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



For the final time. No.

only meant in love, loved watching Aramis play and couldn't give a flying fuck about how fast he got to first base

Still love this one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRQlrE5aNwQ
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on November 06, 2015, 11:17:26 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on November 06, 2015, 11:15:15 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 06, 2015, 11:05:10 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on November 06, 2015, 08:38:53 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



For the final time. No.

only meant in love, loved watching Aramis play and couldn't give a flying fuck about how fast he got to first base

Still love this one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRQlrE5aNwQ

It's funny, I remember listening to that shot in my car and going nuts with Pat and Ron, but I don't remember Pat's call. I have watched that video enough times though that I'll never forget the way Len screams "DEEP LEFT CENTER!!!!!".

Aramis was the balls. So is Len Kasper.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on November 06, 2015, 11:37:21 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on November 06, 2015, 11:15:15 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 06, 2015, 11:05:10 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on November 06, 2015, 08:38:53 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



For the final time. No.

only meant in love, loved watching Aramis play and couldn't give a flying fuck about how fast he got to first base

Still love this one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRQlrE5aNwQ

Friday June 29th, 2007 was an all-time great day in the ol' HJE Sbox.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 06, 2015, 11:41:14 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 06, 2015, 11:37:21 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on November 06, 2015, 11:15:15 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 06, 2015, 11:05:10 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on November 06, 2015, 08:38:53 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



For the final time. No.

only meant in love, loved watching Aramis play and couldn't give a flying fuck about how fast he got to first base

Still love this one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRQlrE5aNwQ

Friday June 29th, 2007 was an all-time great day in the ol' HJE Sbox.

An even a greater day than when Penfoe found out he was going to be a father for the first time.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on November 06, 2015, 11:42:09 AM
Quote from: PANK! on November 06, 2015, 11:41:14 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 06, 2015, 11:37:21 AM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on November 06, 2015, 11:15:15 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 06, 2015, 11:05:10 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on November 06, 2015, 08:38:53 AM
Quote from: thehawk on November 05, 2015, 03:24:54 PM
Aramis Ramirez (http://mlb.nbcsports.com/2015/11/05/aramis-ramirez-retires-after-18-seasons-in-the-majors/)

I would had loved to see him play for the Cubs [/TBS announcer]

Happy trails pancake man



For the final time. No.

only meant in love, loved watching Aramis play and couldn't give a flying fuck about how fast he got to first base

Still love this one.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRQlrE5aNwQ

Friday June 29th, 2007 was an all-time great day in the ol' HJE Sbox.

An even a greater day than when Penfoe found out he was going to be a father for the first time.

It's important to have a place where one can share their emotions while simultaneously getting really helpful baby naming advice.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 11:45:10 AM
I really miss the SBox.  Bitching about Morph and SKO and Internet Chuck on Twitter just isn't the same.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on November 06, 2015, 11:47:15 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 11:45:10 AM
I really miss the SBox.  Bitching about Morph and SKO and Internet Chuck on Twitter just isn't the same.

I'd be willing to meet you there for a spell.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on November 06, 2015, 11:47:26 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 11:45:10 AM
I really miss the SBox.  Bitching about Morph and SKO and Internet Chuck on Twitter just isn't the same.

fucking ouch, man.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 11:48:48 AM
Quote from: SKO on November 06, 2015, 11:47:26 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 11:45:10 AM
I really miss the SBox.  Bitching about Morph and SKO and Internet Chuck on Twitter just isn't the same.

fucking ouch, man.

Aw, come on.  By my standards, that was positively affectionate.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2015, 01:16:41 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 06, 2015, 11:47:15 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 11:45:10 AM
I really miss the SBox.  Bitching about Morph and SKO and Internet Chuck on Twitter just isn't the same.

I'd be willing to meet you there for a spell.

ChuckD running GHM has made filled my day with Diwali magic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 06, 2015, 01:31:06 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 06, 2015, 01:16:41 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on November 06, 2015, 11:47:15 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 06, 2015, 11:45:10 AM
I really miss the SBox.  Bitching about Morph and SKO and Internet Chuck on Twitter just isn't the same.

I'd be willing to meet you there for a spell.

ChuckD running GHM has made filled my day with Diwali magic.

Today proved the ShoutBox can still be a magical place.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2015, 03:38:49 PM
Anthony Iapoce (http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/texas-rangers/20151105-rangers-finalize-coaching-staff-anthony-iapoce-is-hitting-instructor.ece)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on November 22, 2015, 01:14:30 PM
American Chartered Bank (http://www.chicagobusiness.com/article/20151122/NEWS01/151129969/mb-financial-set-to-acquire-american-chartered-bank)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on November 23, 2015, 09:08:29 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on November 22, 2015, 01:14:30 PM
American Chartered Bank (http://www.chicagobusiness.com/article/20151122/NEWS01/151129969/mb-financial-set-to-acquire-american-chartered-bank)

Chuck Means BusinessTM
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 23, 2015, 12:45:44 PM
Jimmy Claussen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 27, 2015, 02:43:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Not so fast (http://hockeenight.com/chicago-blackhawks/amid-thundering-indifference-blackhawks-5-shorks-2/).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on November 28, 2015, 10:08:20 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 27, 2015, 02:43:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Not so fast (http://hockeenight.com/chicago-blackhawks/amid-thundering-indifference-blackhawks-5-shorks-2/).

So you guys are farming out recaps to Chuck's overly-eager, foul-mouthed adolescent child but you're not tired of doing this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on November 29, 2015, 12:04:55 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 28, 2015, 10:08:20 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 27, 2015, 02:43:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Not so fast (http://hockeenight.com/chicago-blackhawks/amid-thundering-indifference-blackhawks-5-shorks-2/).

So you guys are farming out recaps to Chuck's overly-eager, foul-mouthed adolescent child but you're not tired of doing this.

Good news, my new character of Blog Judging Huey is testing really well among those who consider Trump a sensible moderate.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 29, 2015, 03:56:02 PM
Quote from: PANK! on November 28, 2015, 10:08:20 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on November 27, 2015, 02:43:10 PM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

Not so fast (http://hockeenight.com/chicago-blackhawks/amid-thundering-indifference-blackhawks-5-shorks-2/).

So you guys are farming out recaps to Chuck's overly-eager, foul-mouthed adolescent child man but you're not tired of doing this.

I was at the ceremony, pal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 08, 2015, 07:00:20 PM
Sigh. Starlin Castro
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on December 08, 2015, 07:03:57 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 08, 2015, 07:00:20 PM
Sigh. Starlin Castro

Pretty much how I feel too. He really won me over in the last two months of the season.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2015, 09:27:11 PM
RIP, Starlin.  He touched a lot of people.

(http://www.csnchicago.com/sites/csnchicago/files/gif-castro-copycat.gif)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 08, 2015, 09:32:08 PM
I'm gonna miss him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on December 08, 2015, 11:48:08 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 08, 2015, 07:00:20 PM
Sigh. Starlin Castro

Really glad Chuck wasn't the one to add him to this thread. Nice work.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2015, 07:32:58 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 08, 2015, 09:27:11 PM
RIP, Starlin.  He touched a lot of people.

(http://www.csnchicago.com/sites/csnchicago/files/gif-castro-copycat.gif)

As much as we loved this type of thing is how much they'll hate it in the Bronx.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 09, 2015, 07:51:42 AM
Quote from: R-V on December 08, 2015, 11:48:08 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 08, 2015, 07:00:20 PM
Sigh. Starlin Castro

Really glad Chuck wasn't the one to add him to this thread. Nice work.

I'm glad someone else was as excited to see him go!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 09, 2015, 10:41:37 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on December 09, 2015, 07:32:58 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 08, 2015, 09:27:11 PM
RIP, Starlin.  He touched a lot of people.

(http://www.csnchicago.com/sites/csnchicago/files/gif-castro-copycat.gif)

As much as we loved this type of thing is how much they'll hate it in the Bronx.

To be fair, as PANK tried to point out, as many Cubs fans (if not more) hated this stuff as much as some of us liked it. He'll get eaten alive in New York, but at least the Yankees aren't moving him back to shortstop. The comparisons with Jeter would have been brutal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2015, 10:45:37 AM
Quote from: SKO on December 09, 2015, 10:41:37 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on December 09, 2015, 07:32:58 AM
Quote from: Sterling Archer on December 08, 2015, 09:27:11 PM
RIP, Starlin.  He touched a lot of people.

(http://www.csnchicago.com/sites/csnchicago/files/gif-castro-copycat.gif)

As much as we loved this type of thing is how much they'll hate it in the Bronx.

To be fair, as PANK tried to point out, as many Cubs fans (if not more) hated this stuff as much as some of us liked it. He'll get eaten alive in New York, but at least the Yankees aren't moving him back to shortstop. The comparisons with Jeter would have been brutal.

They could clone Honus Wagner and put the clone at short and the comparisons with Jeter would be brutal.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on December 09, 2015, 10:49:51 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 08, 2015, 09:32:08 PM
I'm gonna miss him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on December 09, 2015, 07:08:30 PM
Quote from: thehawk on December 09, 2015, 10:49:51 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 08, 2015, 09:32:08 PM
I'm gonna miss him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on December 10, 2015, 08:58:41 AM
I'm glad he's in the American League so I don't have to root against him. I'll probably pick him up cheap in fantasy and continue my superfandom from afar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 23, 2015, 02:42:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

DECEMBER 23 ROSTER DEADLINE, BITCHES
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 24, 2015, 07:25:48 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.

There's a significant amount of people who believe that David Ross and his fart jokes are more valuable than Castillo's actual talent, so just go with that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on December 24, 2015, 08:17:48 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 24, 2015, 07:25:48 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.

There's a significant amount of people who believe that David Ross and his fart jokes are more valuable than Castillo's actual talent, so just go with that.

It seems like they just missed on Medina. I thought he was good too, shit. He's got a big arm. I don't know what's wrong with him. At the time the trade happened, the bullpen was a huge, glaring question mark and this move seemed like one that could address it eventually. Something didn't happen and maybe it's attitudinal with Medina and not a lack of ability.

Anyway... put that one in the loss column and gnash your teeth at it for awhile before gazing at the other side of the ledger and touching yourself again. It's good.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 24, 2015, 08:41:03 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 24, 2015, 08:17:48 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 24, 2015, 07:25:48 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.

There's a significant amount of people who believe that David Ross and his fart jokes are more valuable than Castillo's actual talent, so just go with that.

It seems like they just missed on Medina. I thought he was good too, shit. He's got a big arm. I don't know what's wrong with him. At the time the trade happened, the bullpen was a huge, glaring question mark and this move seemed like one that could address it eventually. Something didn't happen and maybe it's attitudinal with Medina and not a lack of ability.

Anyway... put that one in the loss column and gnash your teeth at it for awhile before gazing at the other side of the ledger and touching yourself again. It's good.

I thought Medina had lost a couple yards on his heater. I seem to recall seeing a 2-3 MPH drop in velocity somewhere.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on December 24, 2015, 09:13:25 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on December 24, 2015, 08:41:03 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 24, 2015, 08:17:48 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 24, 2015, 07:25:48 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.

There's a significant amount of people who believe that David Ross and his fart jokes are more valuable than Castillo's actual talent, so just go with that.

It seems like they just missed on Medina. I thought he was good too, shit. He's got a big arm. I don't know what's wrong with him. At the time the trade happened, the bullpen was a huge, glaring question mark and this move seemed like one that could address it eventually. Something didn't happen and maybe it's attitudinal with Medina and not a lack of ability.

Anyway... put that one in the loss column and gnash your teeth at it for awhile before gazing at the other side of the ledger and touching yourself again. It's good.

I thought Medina had lost a couple yards on his heater. I seem to recall seeing a 2-3 MPH drop in velocity somewhere.

It's not true until Tonker watches a video of Medina pitching, while reporting on the velocity of every fastball.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 24, 2015, 09:59:22 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on December 24, 2015, 09:13:25 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on December 24, 2015, 08:41:03 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 24, 2015, 08:17:48 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 24, 2015, 07:25:48 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.

There's a significant amount of people who believe that David Ross and his fart jokes are more valuable than Castillo's actual talent, so just go with that.

It seems like they just missed on Medina. I thought he was good too, shit. He's got a big arm. I don't know what's wrong with him. At the time the trade happened, the bullpen was a huge, glaring question mark and this move seemed like one that could address it eventually. Something didn't happen and maybe it's attitudinal with Medina and not a lack of ability.

Anyway... put that one in the loss column and gnash your teeth at it for awhile before gazing at the other side of the ledger and touching yourself again. It's good.

I thought Medina had lost a couple yards on his heater. I seem to recall seeing a 2-3 MPH drop in velocity somewhere.

It's not true until Tonker watches a video of Medina pitching, while reporting on the velocity of every fastball.

Or, I could google "Cubs Medina Velocity"...

http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2015/12/cubs-yoervis-medina-dfa.html (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2015/12/cubs-yoervis-medina-dfa.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 24, 2015, 10:17:08 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on December 24, 2015, 09:13:25 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on December 24, 2015, 08:41:03 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 24, 2015, 08:17:48 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 24, 2015, 07:25:48 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.

There's a significant amount of people who believe that David Ross and his fart jokes are more valuable than Castillo's actual talent, so just go with that.

It seems like they just missed on Medina. I thought he was good too, shit. He's got a big arm. I don't know what's wrong with him. At the time the trade happened, the bullpen was a huge, glaring question mark and this move seemed like one that could address it eventually. Something didn't happen and maybe it's attitudinal with Medina and not a lack of ability.

Anyway... put that one in the loss column and gnash your teeth at it for awhile before gazing at the other side of the ledger and touching yourself again. It's good.

I thought Medina had lost a couple yards on his heater. I seem to recall seeing a 2-3 MPH drop in velocity somewhere.

It's not true until Tonker watches a video of Medina pitching, while reporting on the velocity of every fastball.

Whuh?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 24, 2015, 10:19:26 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 24, 2015, 10:17:08 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on December 24, 2015, 09:13:25 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on December 24, 2015, 08:41:03 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 24, 2015, 08:17:48 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 24, 2015, 07:25:48 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on December 23, 2015, 10:13:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 23, 2015, 06:54:56 PM
Quote from: PANK! on December 23, 2015, 05:44:15 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on December 23, 2015, 02:17:50 PM
Brendan Ryan (https://twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/679757082896158720)

Que SKO complaining that we now literally have NOTHING to show for some prime Beef Wellington:

Well I wasn't going to but now that you pointed it out...

Epstink is terrible.

There's a significant amount of people who believe that David Ross and his fart jokes are more valuable than Castillo's actual talent, so just go with that.

It seems like they just missed on Medina. I thought he was good too, shit. He's got a big arm. I don't know what's wrong with him. At the time the trade happened, the bullpen was a huge, glaring question mark and this move seemed like one that could address it eventually. Something didn't happen and maybe it's attitudinal with Medina and not a lack of ability.

Anyway... put that one in the loss column and gnash your teeth at it for awhile before gazing at the other side of the ledger and touching yourself again. It's good.

I thought Medina had lost a couple yards on his heater. I seem to recall seeing a 2-3 MPH drop in velocity somewhere.

It's not true until Tonker watches a video of Medina pitching, while reporting on the velocity of every fastball.

Whuh?

I believe he is referring to Fork trusting his own memory about Bryant's horrible dives over the box score.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 12, 2016, 09:22:31 AM
Matt Forte (https://www.instagram.com/p/BBsN17qp4Xl/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 12, 2016, 09:52:37 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 12, 2016, 09:22:31 AM
Matt Forte (https://www.instagram.com/p/BBsN17qp4Xl/)

Pours a 40 on the curb for the 2nd greatest Bears running back in my lifetime.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on February 12, 2016, 10:09:04 AM
Quote from: PANK! on February 12, 2016, 09:52:37 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 12, 2016, 09:22:31 AM
Matt Forte (https://www.instagram.com/p/BBsN17qp4Xl/)

Pours a 40 on the curb for the 2nd greatest Bears running back in my lifetime.

Everyone saying he's going to end up on Green Bay should be killed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 23, 2016, 06:51:00 PM
Dexter Fowler (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/02/orioles-sign-dexter-fowler.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 23, 2016, 06:58:34 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 23, 2016, 06:51:00 PM
Dexter Fowler (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/02/orioles-sign-dexter-fowler.html)

Great dude. Wish him well. Glad he went to a franchise I don't hate
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:07:03 AM
Chris Coghlan (https://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/702902761927512064)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 11:13:36 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:07:03 AM
Chris Coghlan (https://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/702902761927512064)

For the token? (http://www.desipio.com/?p=5049) Eleven points, two assists last night.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 11:15:23 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:07:03 AM
Chris Coghlan (https://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/702902761927512064)

Finally, SKO can get a good night's sleep.

EDIT: I hope the Cubs have seen something in this guy because HOLY SHIT his numbers are FUCKING AWFUL.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:22:23 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:07:03 AM
Chris Coghlan (https://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/702902761927512064)

I'm a little confused by this trade, I guess.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on February 25, 2016, 11:25:39 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 11:15:23 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:07:03 AM
Chris Coghlan (https://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/702902761927512064)

Finally, SKO can get a good night's sleep.

EDIT: I hope the Cubs have seen something in this guy because HOLY SHIT his numbers are FUCKING AWFUL.

He was the centerpiece of the Zobrist trade to Kansas City.


Oh, he was the throw-in guy. Nevermind.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:26:34 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 25, 2016, 11:25:39 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 11:15:23 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:07:03 AM
Chris Coghlan (https://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/702902761927512064)

Finally, SKO can get a good night's sleep.

EDIT: I hope the Cubs have seen something in this guy because HOLY SHIT his numbers are FUCKING AWFUL.

He was the centerpiece of the Zobrist trade to Kansas City.


Oh, he was the throw-in guy. Nevermind.

Coghlan must have been the unmentioned PTBNL in the Russell/McKinney deal after Theo felt bad.

We're getting closer and closer to Matt Murton, Chicago Cub.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:39:33 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

Jesus Christ, I love Theo so much.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:41:08 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 23, 2016, 06:51:00 PM
Dexter Fowler (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/02/orioles-sign-dexter-fowler.html)

Well that was unexpected.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:45:00 AM
So ... who's the fourth outfielder? Are Soler and Schwarber platooning? What is going on?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:48:03 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:45:00 AM
So ... who's the fourth outfielder? Are Soler and Schwarber platooning? What is going on?

SCHWARBER CATCHING EVERYDAY LET'S DO THIS
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 11:49:20 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:39:33 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

Jesus Christ, I love Theo so much.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:49:33 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:48:03 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:45:00 AM
So ... who's the fourth outfielder? Are Soler and Schwarber platooning? What is going on?

SCHWARBER CATCHING EVERYDAY LET'S DO THIS

National League DH announcement coming shortly, imo.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:52:44 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:49:33 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:48:03 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:45:00 AM
So ... who's the fourth outfielder? Are Soler and Schwarber platooning? What is going on?

SCHWARBER CATCHING EVERYDAY LET'S DO THIS

National League DH announcement coming shortly, imo.

I am without speech.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 11:55:50 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:49:33 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:48:03 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:45:00 AM
So ... who's the fourth outfielder? Are Soler and Schwarber platooning? What is going on?

SCHWARBER CATCHING EVERYDAY LET'S DO THIS

National League DH announcement coming shortly, imo.

They wouldn't add the DH until after the CBA expires, right?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on February 25, 2016, 11:56:39 AM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 11:49:20 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:39:33 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

Jesus Christ, I love Theo so much.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:57:04 AM
Quote from: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 11:55:50 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:49:33 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:48:03 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:45:00 AM
So ... who's the fourth outfielder? Are Soler and Schwarber platooning? What is going on?

SCHWARBER CATCHING EVERYDAY LET'S DO THIS

National League DH announcement coming shortly, imo.

They wouldn't add the DH until after the CBA expires, right?

The Cubs are just gonna turn in a lineup card every night with a DH on it. Try to stop us.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 25, 2016, 11:57:13 AM
Holy shit
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:58:52 AM
Quote from: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 11:55:50 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:49:33 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:48:03 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:45:00 AM
So ... who's the fourth outfielder? Are Soler and Schwarber platooning? What is going on?

SCHWARBER CATCHING EVERYDAY LET'S DO THIS

National League DH announcement coming shortly, imo.

They wouldn't add the DH until after the CBA expires, right?

I didn't mean it, that's our Eli, etc.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:01:36 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:39:33 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

Jesus Christ, I love Theo so much.

Is this what being good is like?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:03:26 PM

So Soler is 4th outfielder
Fowler center
Heyward right
Schwarber left
?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on February 25, 2016, 12:05:55 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:01:36 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:39:33 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

Jesus Christ, I love Theo so much.

Is this what being good is like?

Like any of us would know.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on February 25, 2016, 12:08:02 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 11:49:20 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:39:33 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

Jesus Christ, I love Theo so much.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:10:00 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:03:26 PM

So Soler is 4th outfielder
Fowler center
Heyward right
Schwarber left
?


The NL is adopting short-center AND the DH

Fowler scf
Heyward cf
Rizzo 1b
Bryant 3b
Schwarber lf
Soler rf
Zobrist 2b
Baez dh
Montero c
Russell ss

On the other hand, what would a package of Baez, Schwaber, Soler and Hendricks fetch on the open market? Royce Harper (http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/eye-on-baseball/25494057/nats-dusty-baker-is-struggling-to-remember-his-best-players-name)?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:14:14 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

Was this what the Ricketts were hiding?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:15:14 PM
Quote from: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:14:14 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

Was this what the Ricketts were hiding?

Trump is going to be so pissed about this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on February 25, 2016, 12:15:57 PM
Shit I thought we were still building a winner around David Ross, and thought everyone had died.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:18:25 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

The reports were Fowler agreed to 3/35 from Baltimore.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:19:07 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

They did. They all did. He turned it all down. *Allegedly.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:22:34 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

December 2015: With the Mets set to announce the signing of Ben Zobrist to be their next second baseman, Cubs deal Castro to the Yankees and sign Zobrist.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Slaky on February 25, 2016, 12:23:37 PM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

I don't know how else to feel other than elated.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on February 25, 2016, 12:24:23 PM
Plus...Aaron Brooks!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:25:09 PM
Quote from: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:22:34 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

December 2015: With the Mets set to announce the signing of Ben Zobrist to be their next second baseman, Cubs deal Castro to the Yankees and sign Zobrist.

It's nice being the prettiest gal at the ball.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:33:47 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:25:09 PM
Quote from: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:22:34 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

December 2015: With the Mets set to announce the signing of Ben Zobrist to be their next second baseman, Cubs deal Castro to the Yankees and sign Zobrist.

It's nice being the prettiest gal at the ball.

All of the players want to finger-bang the Cubs.  It's like the Cubs are a Trixie, and all the players are Dubbs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on February 25, 2016, 02:22:37 PM
Quote from: Bort on February 25, 2016, 12:08:02 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 11:49:20 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 11:39:33 AM
Quote from: Eli on February 25, 2016, 11:32:43 AM
I've been pretty vocal about not even like Coghlan that much, but he would've been nice insurance for when Soler inevitably missed 8 weeks with a hamstring thing, or can't hit because it's only 55 degrees out.

Just kind of surprised that he was basically given away. Maybe this means they're pretty confident in Javy's outfield abilities? Or they actually view Murton as a viable alternative?

They signed Fowler nevermind.

Jesus Christ, I love Theo so much.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 25, 2016, 03:18:59 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:25:09 PM
Quote from: Brownie on February 25, 2016, 12:22:34 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

December 2015: With the Mets set to announce the signing of Ben Zobrist to be their next second baseman, Cubs deal Castro to the Yankees and sign Zobrist.

It's nice being the prettiest gal at the ball.
When I tell Mrs. CBS that this is the year, she gives me that smug smile that says "I've heard that before during the last 56 years."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on February 25, 2016, 06:16:44 PM
#pantsoff
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 26, 2016, 08:09:05 AM

After 24 hours, I found myself muttering this morning, "This fucking team."
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on February 26, 2016, 09:20:58 AM
How much outfield depth do the Cubs need? (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-sign-shane-victorino-20160226-story.html)

I suppose if Dex and Heyward and Soler and Matt Szczur all get hurt...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on February 26, 2016, 11:31:00 AM
Quote from: Brownie on February 26, 2016, 09:20:58 AM
How much outfield depth do the Cubs need? (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-sign-shane-victorino-20160226-story.html)

I suppose if Dex and Heyward and Soler and Matt Szczur all get hurt...

QuoteVictorino, 35, has a lifetime .275 major league batting average in 10 seasons. Victorino batted .294 in 122 games for the 2013 Boston Red Sox team that won the World Series.

Or 12. But who's counting?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 26, 2016, 11:31:31 AM
Quote from: Brownie on February 26, 2016, 09:20:58 AM
How much outfield depth do the Cubs need? (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-sign-shane-victorino-20160226-story.html)

I suppose if Dex and Heyward and Soler and Matt Szczur all get hurt...

Wait, we're welcoming people in the good-bye thread now?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 26, 2016, 11:58:04 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 26, 2016, 11:31:31 AM
Quote from: Brownie on February 26, 2016, 09:20:58 AM
How much outfield depth do the Cubs need? (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-sign-shane-victorino-20160226-story.html)

I suppose if Dex and Heyward and Soler and Matt Szczur all get hurt...

Wait, we're welcoming people in the good-bye thread now?

It's become the Chuck of threads.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 26, 2016, 12:47:38 PM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on February 26, 2016, 11:58:04 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 26, 2016, 11:31:31 AM
Quote from: Brownie on February 26, 2016, 09:20:58 AM
How much outfield depth do the Cubs need? (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-sign-shane-victorino-20160226-story.html)

I suppose if Dex and Heyward and Soler and Matt Szczur all get hurt...

Wait, we're welcoming people in the good-bye thread now?

It's become the Chuck of threads.

I should give Teej a break. He's rending his clothes right now and looking for the Mourner's Kaddish.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: J. Walter Weatherman on February 29, 2016, 10:46:52 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

February 2012: Theo trades an injured Chris Carpenter to the Red Sox for himself.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:00:48 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 29, 2016, 10:46:52 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

February 2012: Theo trades an injured Chris Carpenter to the Red Sox for himself.

That was his Sistah Souljah moment.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 01, 2016, 09:10:39 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:00:48 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 29, 2016, 10:46:52 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

February 2012: Theo trades an injured Chris Carpenter to the Red Sox for himself.

That was his Sistah Souljah moment.

He replaced her in Public Enemy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:50:02 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on March 01, 2016, 09:10:39 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:00:48 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 29, 2016, 10:46:52 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

February 2012: Theo trades an injured Chris Carpenter to the Red Sox for himself.

That was his Sistah Souljah moment.

He replaced her in Public Enemy.

In this ForkJoke, Tom Ricketts is Chuck D, Flava Flav is their pantsless team mascot, and now it's finally funny.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 01, 2016, 10:32:44 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:50:02 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on March 01, 2016, 09:10:39 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:00:48 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 29, 2016, 10:46:52 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

February 2012: Theo trades an injured Chris Carpenter to the Red Sox for himself.

That was his Sistah Souljah moment.

He replaced her in Public Enemy.

In this ForkJoke, Tom Ricketts is Chuck D, Flava Flav is their pantsless team mascot, and now it's finally funny.

I'm surprised Clark hasn't worn a giant clock around his neck yet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 10:40:56 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on March 01, 2016, 10:32:44 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:50:02 AM
Quote from: Median Desipio Chucklehead on March 01, 2016, 09:10:39 AM
Quote from: InternetApex on March 01, 2016, 09:00:48 AM
Quote from: J. Walter Weatherman on February 29, 2016, 10:46:52 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:21:04 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 25, 2016, 12:20:08 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 25, 2016, 12:17:34 PM
Quote from: Powdered Toast Man on February 25, 2016, 12:12:50 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 25, 2016, 12:10:12 PM
https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024 (https://mobile.twitter.com/sarahlauch/status/702914018348929024)

So much to love about this team.

Terms of Fowler deal: $8 million base for 2016, $9 million mutual option for 2017, $5 million buy-out

That's a steal.  I find it hard to believe that Baltimore didn't offer him more than that.

October 2014: Cubs swoop in and "steal" Joe Maddon out from under the Rays.
October 2015: Cubs swoop in and sign Eddy Julio Martinez after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Giants
February 2016: Cubs sign Dexter Fowler after he had supposedly reached agreement with the Orioles.  

Theo's not making a lot of friends these days.  

You forgot J-Hey, dude.

February 2012: Theo trades an injured Chris Carpenter to the Red Sox for himself.

That was his Sistah Souljah moment.

He replaced her in Public Enemy.

In this ForkJoke, Tom Ricketts is Chuck D, Flava Flav is their pantsless team mascot, and now it's finally funny.

I'm surprised Clark hasn't worn a giant clock around his neck yet.

Or around his...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 01, 2016, 01:13:19 PM
Quote from: morpheus on August 15, 2011, 09:03:25 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 14, 2011, 10:12:11 PM
DPD.  And when President GiffordsTrump hosts the team in the White House Rose Garden, Carlos will be off the hook.

Sensible Moderate'd.

(http://i.imgur.com/Z59eH.jpg)

Was wandering the backlogs of this thread when this extremely prescient MorphShop appeared.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on March 01, 2016, 01:20:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 01, 2016, 01:13:19 PM
Quote from: morpheus on August 15, 2011, 09:03:25 AM
Quote from: PANK! on August 14, 2011, 10:12:11 PM
DPD.  And when President GiffordsTrump hosts the team in the White House Rose Garden, Carlos will be off the hook.

Sensible Moderate'd.

(http://i.imgur.com/Z59eH.jpg)

Was wandering the backlogs of this thread when this extremely prescient MorphShop appeared.

Not to quibble with a quality turd mine, but, shouldn't this be in the "Fuck It's Silent" thread?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 07, 2016, 12:27:32 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

For Apex's sake I'm going to bump this in honor of Olt being DFA'd by the White Sox, meaning that in the last 8 months he's been cut by both Chicago teams to make room for Austin Jackson.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on March 07, 2016, 01:28:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 07, 2016, 12:27:32 PM
Quote from: InternetApex on September 01, 2015, 08:53:47 AM
Quote from: Brownie on August 31, 2015, 07:08:08 PM
MIKE OLT!!!

*Jordan over Ehlo fist pump*

For Apex's sake I'm going to bump this in honor of Olt being DFA'd by the White Sox, meaning that in the last 8 months he's been cut by both Chicago teams to make room for Austin Jackson.

Poor Kala /Pen
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on March 10, 2016, 03:26:16 PM
Rex Brothers
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 02, 2016, 09:59:16 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 02, 2016, 10:17:18 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on May 02, 2016, 09:59:16 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I'm just gonna wait for Huey to come in and call them all a buncha crybabies.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 02, 2016, 11:42:45 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 02, 2016, 10:17:18 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on May 02, 2016, 09:59:16 AM
Quote from: Slaky on October 08, 2015, 10:43:19 AM
Hockeenight

I'm just gonna wait for Huey to come in and call them all a buncha crybabies.

He's not even paying TF attention.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 23, 2016, 04:32:32 PM
Shane Victorino (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-release-shane-victorino-20160523-story.html).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2016, 07:56:56 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 23, 2016, 04:32:32 PM
Shane Victorino (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-release-shane-victorino-20160523-story.html).

Cheerio, neighborino.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2016, 07:59:49 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

What do we have left besides Grimm...?  Carl's Jr.?  That one might still work out but still...point taken.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 23, 2016, 08:23:00 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

I think they were just glad to be rid of Garza.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

Since I enjoy splitting a good hair (by cracky), I'll throw in DJ Lamahieu-for-Ian Stewart (not that Lemahieu doesn't suck because I'm convinced he does but Ian Stewart was pure rottenness)....and what do they have to show for Paul Maholm?  LaStella, eventually (with a dosey-doh of Arodys Vizcaino)?  Well that one maybe was okay.

Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 23, 2016, 09:10:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

Since I enjoy splitting a good hair (by cracky), I'll throw in DJ Lamahieu-for-Ian Stewart (not that Lemahieu doesn't suck because I'm convinced he does but Ian Stewart was pure rottenness)....and what do they have to show for Paul Maholm?  LaStella, eventually (with a dosey-doh of Arodys Vizcaino)?  Well that one maybe was okay.

Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

They had an opportunity to deal Garza a year earlier for some (reportedly) good pieces but waited too long and he got gimpy and they shut him down. We'll never actually know what they could've gotten, of course. Then when the next year rolled around, he had one fewer year of control, so they didn't get as good of a return.

I mostly put it above the others because he was one of the few major trade chips they had -- you don't typically expect to get a lot of the Lamahieus, Maholms and Feldmans of this world.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on May 23, 2016, 09:24:10 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 07:59:49 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

What do we have left besides Grimm...?  Carl's Jr.?  That one might still work out but still...point taken.

Christian Villanueva will be great at 3B
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:33:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 09:10:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

Since I enjoy splitting a good hair (by cracky), I'll throw in DJ Lamahieu-for-Ian Stewart (not that Lemahieu doesn't suck because I'm convinced he does but Ian Stewart was pure rottenness)....and what do they have to show for Paul Maholm?  LaStella, eventually (with a dosey-doh of Arodys Vizcaino)?  Well that one maybe was okay.

Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

They had an opportunity to deal Garza a year earlier for some (reportedly) good pieces but waited too long and he got gimpy and they shut him down. We'll never actually know what they could've gotten, of course. Then when the next year rolled around, he had one fewer year of control, so they didn't get as good of a return.

I mostly put it above the others because he was one of the few major trade chips they had -- you don't typically expect to get a lot of the Lamahieus, Maholms and Feldmans of this world.

Counterpoint: http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/94951848/v522731983/stlchc-gm4-grimm-fans-the-side-to-end-the-threat
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2016, 09:35:44 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)

Ahhh, I'll always remember Hoon Your Lago for his flashy and pleasing debut at Coors during the dark days...vaya con dios, motherfucker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2016, 09:41:37 PM
Quote from: Yeti on May 23, 2016, 09:24:10 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 07:59:49 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

What do we have left besides Grimm...?  Carl's Jr.?  That one might still work out but still...point taken.

Christian Villanueva will be great at 3B

Candario's slow start at Tennessee leaves Villanueva's window *slightly* open if he can ever make it back to the field.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2016, 09:43:23 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:33:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 09:10:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

Since I enjoy splitting a good hair (by cracky), I'll throw in DJ Lamahieu-for-Ian Stewart (not that Lemahieu doesn't suck because I'm convinced he does but Ian Stewart was pure rottenness)....and what do they have to show for Paul Maholm?  LaStella, eventually (with a dosey-doh of Arodys Vizcaino)?  Well that one maybe was okay.

Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

They had an opportunity to deal Garza a year earlier for some (reportedly) good pieces but waited too long and he got gimpy and they shut him down. We'll never actually know what they could've gotten, of course. Then when the next year rolled around, he had one fewer year of control, so they didn't get as good of a return.

I mostly put it above the others because he was one of the few major trade chips they had -- you don't typically expect to get a lot of the Lamahieus, Maholms and Feldmans of this world.

Counterpoint: http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/94951848/v522731983/stlchc-gm4-grimm-fans-the-side-to-end-the-threat

TPD

I'd Grimm's the only one from that deal who's hdkng up a World Series trophy then yeah--that'd be worth it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 10:06:42 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:43:23 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:33:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 09:10:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

Since I enjoy splitting a good hair (by cracky), I'll throw in DJ Lamahieu-for-Ian Stewart (not that Lemahieu doesn't suck because I'm convinced he does but Ian Stewart was pure rottenness)....and what do they have to show for Paul Maholm?  LaStella, eventually (with a dosey-doh of Arodys Vizcaino)?  Well that one maybe was okay.

Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

They had an opportunity to deal Garza a year earlier for some (reportedly) good pieces but waited too long and he got gimpy and they shut him down. We'll never actually know what they could've gotten, of course. Then when the next year rolled around, he had one fewer year of control, so they didn't get as good of a return.

I mostly put it above the others because he was one of the few major trade chips they had -- you don't typically expect to get a lot of the Lamahieus, Maholms and Feldmans of this world.

Counterpoint: http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/94951848/v522731983/stlchc-gm4-grimm-fans-the-side-to-end-the-threat

TPD

I'd Grimm's the only one from that deal who's hdkng up a World Series trophy then yeah--that'd be worth it.

Yep, especially so I'd Garza is still hdkng a spot on the DL.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2016, 11:09:39 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 10:06:42 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:43:23 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:33:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 09:10:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

Since I enjoy splitting a good hair (by cracky), I'll throw in DJ Lamahieu-for-Ian Stewart (not that Lemahieu doesn't suck because I'm convinced he does but Ian Stewart was pure rottenness)....and what do they have to show for Paul Maholm?  LaStella, eventually (with a dosey-doh of Arodys Vizcaino)?  Well that one maybe was okay.

Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

They had an opportunity to deal Garza a year earlier for some (reportedly) good pieces but waited too long and he got gimpy and they shut him down. We'll never actually know what they could've gotten, of course. Then when the next year rolled around, he had one fewer year of control, so they didn't get as good of a return.

I mostly put it above the others because he was one of the few major trade chips they had -- you don't typically expect to get a lot of the Lamahieus, Maholms and Feldmans of this world.

Counterpoint: http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/94951848/v522731983/stlchc-gm4-grimm-fans-the-side-to-end-the-threat

TPD

I'd Grimm's the only one from that deal who's hdkng up a World Series trophy then yeah--that'd be worth it.

Yep, especially so I'd Garza is still hdkng a spot on the DL.

Why don't you take Loor to the park if that's how you younger about it?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on May 24, 2016, 11:26:15 AM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 11:09:39 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 10:06:42 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:43:23 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:33:35 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 09:10:35 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Quote from: Eli on May 23, 2016, 07:58:00 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

The Garza trade is starting to look like Theo and Jed's worst move*, which is odd given how excited everyone was for a good year or so after it.

Edwin Jackson was probably worse. But it's not a very long list, so whatever.

Since I enjoy splitting a good hair (by cracky), I'll throw in DJ Lamahieu-for-Ian Stewart (not that Lemahieu doesn't suck because I'm convinced he does but Ian Stewart was pure rottenness)....and what do they have to show for Paul Maholm?  LaStella, eventually (with a dosey-doh of Arodys Vizcaino)?  Well that one maybe was okay.

Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

They had an opportunity to deal Garza a year earlier for some (reportedly) good pieces but waited too long and he got gimpy and they shut him down. We'll never actually know what they could've gotten, of course. Then when the next year rolled around, he had one fewer year of control, so they didn't get as good of a return.

I mostly put it above the others because he was one of the few major trade chips they had -- you don't typically expect to get a lot of the Lamahieus, Maholms and Feldmans of this world.

Counterpoint: http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/94951848/v522731983/stlchc-gm4-grimm-fans-the-side-to-end-the-threat

TPD

I'd Grimm's the only one from that deal who's hdkng up a World Series trophy then yeah--that'd be worth it.

Yep, especially so I'd Garza is still hdkng a spot on the DL.

Why don't you take Loor to the park if that's how you younger about it?

Do you use the home row when you type?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 24, 2016, 11:41:36 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

You can still stalk his wife when he's no longer a Cub.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 24, 2016, 02:47:06 PM
Quote from: Oleg on May 24, 2016, 11:41:36 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

You can still stalk his wife when he's no longer a Cub.

The Cubs got Kala Shea, Tiffany Ramirez and Gina Grimm in that deal and Eli's up in here trying to call it a failure on the level of Edwin F. Jackson. 

smh
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 04:24:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:35:44 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)

Ahhh, I'll always remember Hoon Your Lago for his flashy and pleasing debut at Coors during the dark days...vaya con dios, motherfucker.
Just in case the player can't spell they put a picture of a bat on his bat so he knows what to call it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 24, 2016, 06:31:35 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 04:24:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:35:44 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)

Ahhh, I'll always remember Hoon Your Lago for his flashy and pleasing debut at Coors during the dark days...vaya con dios, motherfucker.
Just in case the player can't spell they put a picture of a bat on his bat so he knows what to call it.

Racist.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 08:44:59 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on May 24, 2016, 06:31:35 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 04:24:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:35:44 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)

Ahhh, I'll always remember Hoon Your Lago for his flashy and pleasing debut at Coors during the dark days...vaya con dios, motherfucker.
Just in case the player can't spell they put a picture of a bat on his bat so he knows what to call it.

Racist.
I wondered who would be first.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on May 24, 2016, 09:06:35 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on May 24, 2016, 06:31:35 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 04:24:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:35:44 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)

Ahhh, I'll always remember Hoon Your Lago for his flashy and pleasing debut at Coors during the dark days...vaya con dios, motherfucker.
Just in case the player can't spell they put a picture of a bat on his bat so he knows what to call it.

Racist.

Against senior citizens? Yes, you are.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 09:16:01 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 24, 2016, 09:06:35 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on May 24, 2016, 06:31:35 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 04:24:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:35:44 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)

Ahhh, I'll always remember Hoon Your Lago for his flashy and pleasing debut at Coors during the dark days...vaya con dios, motherfucker.
Just in case the player can't spell they put a picture of a bat on his bat so he knows what to call it.

Racist.

Against senior citizens? Yes, you are.
Right.  I am in a protected class.  Twice over.  I am going to file an EEOC complaint.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on May 24, 2016, 09:16:55 PM
Quote from: CBStew on May 24, 2016, 04:24:53 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 09:35:44 PM
Quote from: ChuckD on May 23, 2016, 09:18:30 PM
Quote from: PANK! on May 23, 2016, 08:28:50 PM
Tommy Hunter didn't do jack shit but I can't even remember who they dealt for him.

Hi.
(http://i.imgur.com/BgCiiFO.jpg)

Ahhh, I'll always remember Hoon Your Lago for his flashy and pleasing debut at Coors during the dark days...vaya con dios, motherfucker.
Just in case the player can't spell they put a picture of a bat on his bat so he knows what to call it.

¿El murciélago?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on May 31, 2016, 12:50:28 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 23, 2016, 07:18:04 PM
Neil Ramirez, assuming he doesn't clear waivers.

This one makes me a little sad.

They can still live in Chicago http://www.mlbdailydish.com/2016/5/31/11821104/brewers-claim-neil-ramirez
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on June 09, 2016, 04:32:58 PM
Arismendy Al Contra. (http://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/06/cubs-acquire-chris-coghlan.html)

Also: welcome back, Chris Coghlan?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 09, 2016, 04:33:51 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 25, 2016, 11:07:03 AM
Chris Coghlan (https://mobile.twitter.com/CarrieMuskat/status/702902761927512064)

Arismendy Alcantara
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 09, 2016, 04:44:33 PM
God dammit
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 09, 2016, 04:47:40 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 09, 2016, 04:44:33 PM
God dammit

Look at the bright side, you have someone to hate now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on June 09, 2016, 04:49:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 09, 2016, 04:47:40 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 09, 2016, 04:44:33 PM
God dammit

Look at the bright side, you have someone to hate now.

I am looking forward to watching Alcantara playing for my actual home team.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 09, 2016, 05:38:26 PM
Quote from: CBStew on June 09, 2016, 04:49:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 09, 2016, 04:47:40 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 09, 2016, 04:44:33 PM
God dammit

Look at the bright side, you have someone to hate now.

I am looking forward to watching Alcantara playing for my actual home team.

So basically the Cubs traded Alcantara for Coghlan and Aaron Brooks.
Did I do that right?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 09, 2016, 05:39:40 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 09, 2016, 05:38:26 PM
Quote from: CBStew on June 09, 2016, 04:49:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 09, 2016, 04:47:40 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 09, 2016, 04:44:33 PM
God dammit

Look at the bright side, you have someone to hate now.

I am looking forward to watching Alcantara playing for my actual home team.

So basically the Cubs traded Alcantara for Coghlan and Aaron Brooks.
Did I do that right?


More like they traded Alcantara for Brooks and Coghlan started the season playing AAA ball.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 15, 2016, 10:49:51 AM
Bryan Bickell and Teuvo Teravainen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 16, 2016, 12:29:52 PM
I can't post Gordo's tweet because he blocked me, but he says Tim Federowicz will be DFAd tomorrow.

Let's hope he doesn't end up clearing waivers and back in Iowa.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 16, 2016, 12:48:50 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 16, 2016, 12:29:52 PM
I can't post Gordo's tweet because he blocked me, but he says Tim Federowicz will be DFAd tomorrow.

Let's hope he doesn't end up clearing waivers and back in Iowa.

SOMEONE needs to catch there.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 16, 2016, 12:56:23 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

I'll take our chances with that dude.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 16, 2016, 04:04:02 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

Coghlan's not the same thing as a third string catcher, mostly because they are actually playing Coghlan, and they had better outfield options on the roster already.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 16, 2016, 04:12:01 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 04:04:02 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

Coghlan's not the same thing as a third string catcher, mostly because they are actually playing Coghlan, and they had better outfield options on the roster already.

SON OF TIME TO POST
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on June 17, 2016, 08:24:57 AM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Oh, ho, ho, irony! Oh, no, no, we don't get that here. See, uh, people ski topless here while smoking dope, so irony's not really a, a high priority. We haven't had any irony here since about, uh, '83, when I was the only practitioner of it. And I stopped because I was tired of being stared at.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on June 17, 2016, 08:29:56 AM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Oh shit it is ON now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 20, 2016, 01:52:03 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Not as ironic as you calling me out for not understanding the very thing that you do not understand yourself.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 01:54:40 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 01:52:03 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Not as ironic as you calling me out for not understanding the very thing that you do not understand yourself.

Sick burn, bro.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 20, 2016, 02:00:01 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 01:54:40 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 01:52:03 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Not as ironic as you calling me out for not understanding the very thing that you do not understand yourself.

Sick burn, bro.

Likewise.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:13:41 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 02:00:01 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 01:54:40 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 01:52:03 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Not as ironic as you calling me out for not understanding the very thing that you do not understand yourself.

Sick burn, bro.

Likewise.

Jesus, really?

Okay, here we go.

Ironic: happening in a way contrary to what is expected, and typically causing wry amusement because of this.

So when SKO, who is famous round these parts for displaying a complete lack of reason, rationality or patience when it comes to even the least important roster spot on the Cubs, is suddenly telling somebody else in all seriousness to CHILL OUT BRO IT'S ONLY A BACKUP CATCHER...

...then that is, indeed, ironic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:15:53 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:13:41 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 02:00:01 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 01:54:40 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 01:52:03 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Not as ironic as you calling me out for not understanding the very thing that you do not understand yourself.

Sick burn, bro.

Likewise.

Jesus, really?

Okay, here we go.

Ironic: happening in a way contrary to what is expected, and typically causing wry amusement because of this.

So when SKO, who is famous round these parts for displaying a complete lack of reason, rationality or patience when it comes to even the least important roster spot on the Cubs, is suddenly telling somebody else in all seriousness to CHILL OUT BRO IT'S ONLY A BACKUP CATCHER...

...then that is, indeed, ironic.

You know I actually have to agree with Tonk here.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:19:28 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

What about bitching about 2015 David Ross?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:20:13 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

.753 OPS since Coghlan came back.  
He's no Federowicz.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:22:56 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:20:13 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

.753 OPS since Coghlan came back.  
He's no Federowicz.

Wow and that staggering 17 PA sample size (during which he's struck out 35% of the time anyway) has raised his season line all of the way up to .156/.228/.283. So yeah, his .511 OPS is better than Fed's .493. Bow to your hero.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:23:45 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:22:56 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:20:13 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

.753 OPS since Coghlan came back.  
He's no Federowicz.

Wow and that staggering 17 PA sample size (during which he's struck out 35% of the time anyway) has raised his season line all of the way up to .156/.228/.283. So yeah, his .511 OPS is better than Fed's .493. Bow to your hero.

I didn't realize his performance while on a completely different team affected you so much. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:25:28 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:19:28 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

What about bitching about 2015 David Ross?

Bitching about 2015 David Ross was more acceptable than bitching about Fed because there were long stretches where the 2015 Cubs couldn't score and Ross took the roster spot of a catcher who hit 19 homers and had a .782 OPS. Ross has been markedly better in 2016, and the offense around him is good enough to carry him.

Granted, it was a fairly dumb thing to bitch about, but on the Dumb Scale it is still Less Dumb Than Bitching That Tim Federowicz is 4th on the organizational catcher depth chart.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 20, 2016, 02:26:04 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:13:41 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 02:00:01 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 01:54:40 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 01:52:03 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 17, 2016, 01:14:07 AM
Quote from: Bort on June 16, 2016, 05:25:39 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 16, 2016, 03:25:41 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 16, 2016, 01:54:32 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 16, 2016, 12:50:16 PM
Fedorowicz is bad but exactly how many major league quality backup catchers does Pen think most organizations have? Whoever replaced Fed would just be another 28 year old AAA catcher.

Is that fact that SKO posted this ironic? CT?

No and the fact that you think it might be simply reinforces what a failure my reign as Irony Czar has been.

How ironic.

Not as ironic as having an Irony Czar who doesn't seem to understand the concept of irony.

Not as ironic as you calling me out for not understanding the very thing that you do not understand yourself.

Sick burn, bro.

Likewise.

Jesus, really?

Okay, here we go.

Ironic: happening in a way contrary to what is expected, and typically causing wry amusement because of this.

So when SKO, who is famous round these parts for displaying a complete lack of reason, rationality or patience when it comes to even the least important roster spot on the Cubs, is suddenly telling somebody else in all seriousness to CHILL OUT BRO IT'S ONLY A BACKUP CATCHER...

...then that is, indeed, ironic.

You got me.  I don't read SKO's posts.  I mean who has the time?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:28:04 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.

I know and understand and if drunk enough would admit to agreeing with the logic behind the Coghlan move. Doesn't change that he's a fuckwad and I hate him and his stupid face and he's a garbage player who likes garbage music and probably wears too much Axe body spray. I don't really care if Pen loves him, Coghlan can go fuck himself.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:29:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:28:04 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.

I know and understand and if drunk enough would admit to agreeing with the logic behind the Coghlan move. Doesn't change that he's a fuckwad and I hate him and his stupid face and he's a garbage player who likes garbage music and probably wears too much Axe body spray. I don't really care if Pen loves him, Coghlan can go fuck himself.

I actually don't like him at all, I just wanted to fight about why you're wrong.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:29:17 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:25:28 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:19:28 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

What about bitching about 2015 David Ross?

Bitching about 2015 David Ross was more acceptable than bitching about Fed because there were long stretches where the 2015 Cubs couldn't score and Ross took the roster spot of a catcher who hit 19 homers and had a .782 OPS. Ross has been markedly better in 2016, and the offense around him is good enough to carry him.

Granted, it was a fairly dumb thing to bitch about, but on the Dumb Scale it is still Less Dumb Than Bitching That Tim Federowicz is 4th on the organizational catcher depth chart.

I'm not saying that bitching about Federowicz isn't dumb, I'm just saying that it's amusing that anybody should need to get that explained to them by you.  You might even say it's ironic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:30:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:29:17 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:25:28 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:19:28 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

What about bitching about 2015 David Ross?

Bitching about 2015 David Ross was more acceptable than bitching about Fed because there were long stretches where the 2015 Cubs couldn't score and Ross took the roster spot of a catcher who hit 19 homers and had a .782 OPS. Ross has been markedly better in 2016, and the offense around him is good enough to carry him.

Granted, it was a fairly dumb thing to bitch about, but on the Dumb Scale it is still Less Dumb Than Bitching That Tim Federowicz is 4th on the organizational catcher depth chart.

I'm not saying that bitching about Federowicz isn't dumb, I'm just saying that it's amusing that anybody should need to get that explained to them by you.  You might even say it's ironic.

And I agreed with you 7 or 8 posts ago who can even keep track of these things. Let's all just agree Penis wrong.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:33:03 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:30:14 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:29:17 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:25:28 PM
Quote from: Tonker on June 20, 2016, 02:19:28 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

What about bitching about 2015 David Ross?

Bitching about 2015 David Ross was more acceptable than bitching about Fed because there were long stretches where the 2015 Cubs couldn't score and Ross took the roster spot of a catcher who hit 19 homers and had a .782 OPS. Ross has been markedly better in 2016, and the offense around him is good enough to carry him.

Granted, it was a fairly dumb thing to bitch about, but on the Dumb Scale it is still Less Dumb Than Bitching That Tim Federowicz is 4th on the organizational catcher depth chart.

I'm not saying that bitching about Federowicz isn't dumb, I'm just saying that it's amusing that anybody should need to get that explained to them by you.  You might even say it's ironic.

And I agreed with you 7 or 8 posts ago who can even keep track of these things. Let's all just agree Penis wrong.

I'm going to need you to respond as quickly as possible to as many more posts as possible on any topic on this site before I'm willing to agree to that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 20, 2016, 02:35:12 PM
Well, this is getting awkward.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:42:37 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 20, 2016, 02:35:12 PM
Well, this is getting awkward.

It wasn't awkward till you made it awkward, man.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 03:30:47 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:29:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:28:04 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.

I know and understand and if drunk enough would admit to agreeing with the logic behind the Coghlan move. Doesn't change that he's a fuckwad and I hate him and his stupid face and he's a garbage player who likes garbage music and probably wears too much Axe body spray. I don't really care if Pen loves him, Coghlan can go fuck himself.

I actually don't like him at all, I just wanted to fight about why you're wrong.

Pen would at the very least make a U-Turn to have a drink with Coghlan.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 03:42:54 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 03:30:47 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:29:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:28:04 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.

I know and understand and if drunk enough would admit to agreeing with the logic behind the Coghlan move. Doesn't change that he's a fuckwad and I hate him and his stupid face and he's a garbage player who likes garbage music and probably wears too much Axe body spray. I don't really care if Pen loves him, Coghlan can go fuck himself.

I actually don't like him at all, I just wanted to fight about why you're wrong.

Pen would at the very least make a U-Turn to have a drink with Coghlan.

You know what works really well? Having a conversation with 4 people in the SlackBox and trying to make a joke on Desipio for totally different people.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on June 20, 2016, 04:07:08 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.

This isn't totally unreasonable. Coghlan now has nearly 1,000 PAs with the Cubs in which he's put up an OPS pretty close to .800. Over the rest of his career (almost 1,800 PAs) he's got an OPS barely over .700. Sometimes a player just clicks with a particular coaching staff or some other aspect of the team.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on June 20, 2016, 06:59:00 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:42:37 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 20, 2016, 02:35:12 PM
Well, this is getting awkward.

It wasn't awkward till you made it awkward, man.

Shirtless hug time?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 20, 2016, 10:14:06 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 03:42:54 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 03:30:47 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:29:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:28:04 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.

I know and understand and if drunk enough would admit to agreeing with the logic behind the Coghlan move. Doesn't change that he's a fuckwad and I hate him and his stupid face and he's a garbage player who likes garbage music and probably wears too much Axe body spray. I don't really care if Pen loves him, Coghlan can go fuck himself.

I actually don't like him at all, I just wanted to fight about why you're wrong.

Pen would at the very least make a U-Turn to have a drink with Coghlan.

You know what works really well? Having a conversation with 4 people in the SlackBox and trying to make a joke on Desipio for totally different people.

Being a little thin-skinned there, aren't ya Pen?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 21, 2016, 08:01:35 AM
Quote from: CT III on June 20, 2016, 10:14:06 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 03:42:54 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 03:30:47 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on June 20, 2016, 02:29:07 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:28:04 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:26:38 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:20:32 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 20, 2016, 02:18:35 PM
Quote from: SKO on June 20, 2016, 02:17:05 PM
Doesn't change that bitching about Coghlan is way more valid than bitching about Federowicz, but still, let the Welshman have his day.

Coghlan is a shitbucket, but the rest of the team is awesome enough to carry him.

I'm not sure an entire lineup of Babe Ruths can carry Federowicz.

Yeah but my point was that Coghlan was unnecessary given that they had better outfield options on the roster already, and at least if Almora isn't hitting he's a plus defender, whereas Coghlan is just ass all around. Federowicz was on the roster because they need an emergency catcher if Miguel's back flared up again and they didn't want to call up Contreras prematurely.

One guy has been handed like 60% of the starts in left field undeservedly, one guy was a replacement level player asked to be a backup to the backup.

Coghlan was a cheap LH bat, and a good hedge on their bet on Almora. They can launch him as soon as Soler and LaStella return if he still sucks.

My guess is that the Cubs believe whatever he lost in Oakland can be found in Chicago.

I know and understand and if drunk enough would admit to agreeing with the logic behind the Coghlan move. Doesn't change that he's a fuckwad and I hate him and his stupid face and he's a garbage player who likes garbage music and probably wears too much Axe body spray. I don't really care if Pen loves him, Coghlan can go fuck himself.

I actually don't like him at all, I just wanted to fight about why you're wrong.

Pen would at the very least make a U-Turn to have a drink with Coghlan.

You know what works really well? Having a conversation with 4 people in the SlackBox and trying to make a joke on Desipio for totally different people.

Being a little thin-skinned there, aren't ya Pen?

Oh, the irony!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on June 22, 2016, 02:47:17 PM
Derrick Rose.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 24, 2016, 08:44:56 PM
Andrew Shaw.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on June 24, 2016, 10:11:44 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 24, 2016, 08:44:56 PM
Andrew Shaw.

Can't wait to see how rhetorically tortuous it is for the Blackhawks blogosphere to cram the "DIS ORGANIZATION WUD RATHER HAVE ANDREW SHAW OVER GOOD PLAYERS" narrative into this objective reality.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on June 24, 2016, 10:51:32 PM
The United Kingdom.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on June 25, 2016, 09:29:32 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on June 24, 2016, 10:51:32 PM
The United Kingdom.
The un-united queendom is more accurate.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 25, 2016, 10:13:33 AM
Quote from: CBStew on June 25, 2016, 09:29:32 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on June 24, 2016, 10:51:32 PM
The United Kingdom.
The un-united queendom is more accurate.

BOOM, ROASTED
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on July 06, 2016, 11:28:22 AM
Joel Peralta
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on July 06, 2016, 02:06:38 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 06, 2016, 11:28:22 AM
Joel Peralta

If When no one claims him, he'll accept the assignment to Iowa. We haven't seen the last of this guy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 15, 2016, 10:32:54 AM
Quote from: Shooter on July 06, 2016, 02:06:38 PM
Quote from: Yeti on July 06, 2016, 11:28:22 AM
Joel Peralta

If When no one claims him, he'll accept the assignment to Iowa. We haven't seen the last of this guy.

Joel Peralta (https://twitter.com/MDGonzales/status/753967640142417920).

Quote from: Mark Gonzales
Richard up, Cahill DL (right patellar tendinitis), Ross expected to be activated, Peralta elected free agency

Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on July 15, 2016, 10:50:24 AM
Exchanging Peralta for Richard and losing Cahill in the process is...uhhh...well. Here's hoping for some long outings from the starters.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 15, 2016, 01:17:13 PM
Quote from: SKO on July 15, 2016, 10:50:24 AM
Exchanging Peralta for Richard and losing Cahill in the process is...uhhh...well. Here's hoping for some long outings from the starters.

(anxiously watches Joe Nathan in Iowa)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 26, 2016, 03:45:42 PM
Clayton Richard.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: WTB...A RING FFS!! on July 26, 2016, 03:49:47 PM
About Fucking Time. The fact that Chapman's taking his place makes the trade worth it.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 26, 2016, 08:19:22 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on July 26, 2016, 03:45:42 PM
Clayton Richard.

He's probably smiling all smugly about Travis Wood's inning right now.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on August 01, 2016, 11:26:01 AM
Brian Matusz. (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/ct-cubs-trade-deadline-july-stats-20160801-story.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 05, 2016, 08:04:57 PM
Joe Nathan
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on October 26, 2016, 10:02:44 AM
Alshon Jeffery (supposedly)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CubFaninHydePark on October 26, 2016, 11:53:12 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 26, 2016, 10:02:44 AM
Alshon Jeffery (supposedly)

This is a really fresh take because Google limited to the last hour still only has generic rumors hits.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on October 26, 2016, 01:13:23 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on October 26, 2016, 11:53:12 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 26, 2016, 10:02:44 AM
Alshon Jeffery (supposedly)

This is a really fresh take because Google limited to the last hour still only has generic rumors hits.

I think Chuck may have been fooled by a joke tweet this morning.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on October 26, 2016, 01:27:57 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 26, 2016, 01:13:23 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on October 26, 2016, 11:53:12 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 26, 2016, 10:02:44 AM
Alshon Jeffery (supposedly)

This is a really fresh take because Google limited to the last hour still only has generic rumors hits.

I think Chuck may have been fooled by a joke tweet this morning.

Chuck just wanted to make sure he didn't get beat to the punch on posting about a possibly soon-to-be former player of a terrible non-Cubs team that no one cares about right now to an obscure message board topic about former Cubs players.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Wheezer on October 26, 2016, 01:30:42 PM
Quote from: R-V on October 26, 2016, 01:27:57 PM
Quote from: Eli on October 26, 2016, 01:13:23 PM
Quote from: CubFaninHydePark on October 26, 2016, 11:53:12 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on October 26, 2016, 10:02:44 AM
Alshon Jeffery (supposedly)

This is a really fresh take because Google limited to the last hour still only has generic rumors hits.

I think Chuck may have been fooled by a joke tweet this morning.

Chuck just wanted to make sure he didn't get beat to the punch on posting about a possibly soon-to-be former player of a terrible non-Cubs team that no one cares about right now to an obscure message board topic about former Cubs players.

Wait, that's what this thread is about?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on November 06, 2016, 04:39:34 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Hammel again (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/11/cubs-decline-jason-hammels-option.html)

Mostly just bumped this as a reminder again that Snork was traded by the Cubs and ended up as one of the pebbles they ground into the foundation of their dynasty this October
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on November 06, 2016, 05:41:58 PM
Quote from: SKO on November 06, 2016, 04:39:34 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Hammel again (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/11/cubs-decline-jason-hammels-option.html)

Mostly just bumped this as a reminder again that Snork was traded by the Cubs and ended up as one of the pebbles they ground into the foundation of their dynasty this October

And I would have loved them forever for that alone.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on November 06, 2016, 06:56:09 PM
Quote from: Bort on November 06, 2016, 05:41:58 PM
Quote from: SKO on November 06, 2016, 04:39:34 PM
Quote from: Shooter on July 04, 2014, 10:16:57 PM
Snork and Jason Hammel (http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/11177585/chicago-cubs-trade-jeff-samardzija-jason-hammel-oakland-athletics).

Hammel again (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2016/11/cubs-decline-jason-hammels-option.html)

Mostly just bumped this as a reminder again that Snork was traded by the Cubs and ended up as one of the pebbles they ground into the foundation of their dynasty this October

And I would have loved them forever for that alone.

Indeed. The playoffs were so long and full of excitement we didn't have the time to really focus on how the Cubs perfected the defenestration of Snork. It was glorious
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on November 06, 2016, 07:50:06 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

I'm a bit surprised since $10 million isn't crazy for a decent innings-eater like him, but I know they're pretty sold on Montgomery. That, or they're going to finally make the trade for a cost-controlled arm that we've been talking about for two years.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on November 06, 2016, 07:51:48 PM
Quote from: Eli on November 06, 2016, 07:50:06 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

I'm a bit surprised since $10 million isn't crazy for a decent innings-eater like him, but I know they're pretty sold on Montgomery. That, or they're going to finally make the trade for a cost-controlled arm that we've been talking about for two years.

Also frees up cash for a run at keeping Fowler or signing Jansen
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 07:53:55 PM
Quote from: SKO on November 06, 2016, 07:51:48 PM
Quote from: Eli on November 06, 2016, 07:50:06 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

I'm a bit surprised since $10 million isn't crazy for a decent innings-eater like him, but I know they're pretty sold on Montgomery. That, or they're going to finally make the trade for a cost-controlled arm that we've been talking about for two years.

Also frees up cash for a run at keeping Fowler or signing Jansen

Apparently they had other plans, and, knowing that the free agency market is weak on pitching, the Cubs asked Hammel if he wanted to test the market. Hammel did, so they offered the courtesy of declining his option, rather than keeping him with the intent of a trade.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2016, 09:03:36 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Between this and getting into the Hawks game for free, it was a pretty good day for Mike Montgomery.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: R-V on November 07, 2016, 09:22:55 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 07:53:55 PM
Quote from: SKO on November 06, 2016, 07:51:48 PM
Quote from: Eli on November 06, 2016, 07:50:06 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

I'm a bit surprised since $10 million isn't crazy for a decent innings-eater like him, but I know they're pretty sold on Montgomery. That, or they're going to finally make the trade for a cost-controlled arm that we've been talking about for two years.

Also frees up cash for a run at keeping Fowler or signing Jansen

Apparently they had other plans, and, knowing that the free agency market is weak on pitching, the Cubs asked Hammel if he wanted to test the market. Hammel did, so they offered the courtesy of declining his option, rather than keeping him with the intent of a trade.

Also given Hammel's grousing in the past about Maddon's quick hook, and his (I assume) butthurtedness about being left off the postseason roster, they may not have wanted to risk having an unhappy dude on the roster if they couldn't get good value for him via trade.

I would assume the same is true of Miggy. If after a week or two cooling off period he is still salty about postseason playing time, they may choose to just dump him rather than risking having that lingering resentment in the clubhouse.

I'm basing this on past comments from Theo about what can happen attitude-wise, among both players and coaches/front office, after a title.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2016, 09:33:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on November 07, 2016, 09:22:55 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 07:53:55 PM
Quote from: SKO on November 06, 2016, 07:51:48 PM
Quote from: Eli on November 06, 2016, 07:50:06 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

I'm a bit surprised since $10 million isn't crazy for a decent innings-eater like him, but I know they're pretty sold on Montgomery. That, or they're going to finally make the trade for a cost-controlled arm that we've been talking about for two years.

Also frees up cash for a run at keeping Fowler or signing Jansen

Apparently they had other plans, and, knowing that the free agency market is weak on pitching, the Cubs asked Hammel if he wanted to test the market. Hammel did, so they offered the courtesy of declining his option, rather than keeping him with the intent of a trade.

Also given Hammel's grousing in the past about Maddon's quick hook, and his (I assume) butthurtedness about being left off the postseason roster, they may not have wanted to risk having an unhappy dude on the roster if they couldn't get good value for him via trade.

I would assume the same is true of Miggy. If after a week or two cooling off period he is still salty about postseason playing time, they may choose to just dump him rather than risking having that lingering resentment in the clubhouse.

I'm basing this on past comments from Theo about what can happen attitude-wise, among both players and coaches/front office, after a title.

Miggy kind of bitched about playing time either before the playoffs started or during the San Francisco series, I can't remember.

But I'm thinking the Cubs will cool him down, and he'll be Jake's personal catcher next season while Contreras does the heavy lifting, and Schwarber maybe gets a pitcher to handle.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on November 07, 2016, 09:59:24 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2016, 09:33:56 AM
Quote from: R-V on November 07, 2016, 09:22:55 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 07:53:55 PM
Quote from: SKO on November 06, 2016, 07:51:48 PM
Quote from: Eli on November 06, 2016, 07:50:06 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

I'm a bit surprised since $10 million isn't crazy for a decent innings-eater like him, but I know they're pretty sold on Montgomery. That, or they're going to finally make the trade for a cost-controlled arm that we've been talking about for two years.

Also frees up cash for a run at keeping Fowler or signing Jansen

Apparently they had other plans, and, knowing that the free agency market is weak on pitching, the Cubs asked Hammel if he wanted to test the market. Hammel did, so they offered the courtesy of declining his option, rather than keeping him with the intent of a trade.

Also given Hammel's grousing in the past about Maddon's quick hook, and his (I assume) butthurtedness about being left off the postseason roster, they may not have wanted to risk having an unhappy dude on the roster if they couldn't get good value for him via trade.

I would assume the same is true of Miggy. If after a week or two cooling off period he is still salty about postseason playing time, they may choose to just dump him rather than risking having that lingering resentment in the clubhouse.

I'm basing this on past comments from Theo about what can happen attitude-wise, among both players and coaches/front office, after a title.

Miggy kind of bitched about playing time either before the playoffs started or during the San Francisco series, I can't remember.

But I'm thinking the Cubs will cool him down, and he'll be Jake's personal catcher next season while Contreras does the heavy lifting, and Schwarber maybe gets a pitcher to handle.

He was very gracious every time when interviewed during the regular season that I saw. The one time he bitched was when Joe came into the middle of the game in Pittsburgh and pulled Miggy so that Jake could work with Willson some more. Jake bitched, too. I understand players wanting to stay in and win the ballgame while the manager thinks long term, so it didn't bug me. Montero seemed like he wasn't so much upset that he got benched for the WS as he was upset that Maddon apparently didn't tell him until the day of game 2 that he wasn't going to be Jake's catcher in the WS.

Either way the Cubs organization is full of adults and I expect them all to handle this before spring training without giving Miguel his walking papers.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 29, 2016, 06:30:04 PM
Terry Boers (in January)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Me. My company has deemed me expendable. They were the last to know.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on December 02, 2016, 10:19:07 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Me. My company has deemed me expendable. They were the last to know.
Al needs someone to write positive reviews for his book. I'm not sure how well it pays. Probably in bologna sandwiches.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:24:16 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 02, 2016, 10:19:07 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Me. My company has deemed me expendable. They were the last to know.
Al needs someone to write positive reviews for his book. I'm not sure how well it pays. Probably in bologna sandwiches.

I'M THERE.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 03, 2016, 08:33:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Me. My company has deemed me expendable. They were the last to know.

That sucks. Especially since nobody hires in December.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2016, 10:27:48 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 03, 2016, 08:33:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Me. My company has deemed me expendable. They were the last to know.

That sucks. Especially since nobody hires in December.

Except baseball teams! Time to work on my cutter.

The good news: I'm not a member of any protected class, they said, so they don't have to give me any severance. Which was great to hear!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on December 03, 2016, 04:47:29 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2016, 10:27:48 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 03, 2016, 08:33:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Me. My company has deemed me expendable. They were the last to know.

That sucks. Especially since nobody hires in December.

Except baseball teams! Time to work on my cutter.

The good news: I'm not a member of any protected class, they said, so they don't have to give me any severance. Which was great to hear!

Well, if you haven't been shown the door yet, my advice to you is to steal everything that isn't nailed down.

And drink heavily.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2016, 06:49:29 PM
Quote from: CT III on December 03, 2016, 04:47:29 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 03, 2016, 10:27:48 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 03, 2016, 08:33:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 02, 2016, 10:14:08 PM
Me. My company has deemed me expendable. They were the last to know.

That sucks. Especially since nobody hires in December.

Except baseball teams! Time to work on my cutter.

The good news: I'm not a member of any protected class, they said, so they don't have to give me any severance. Which was great to hear!

Well, if you haven't been shown the door yet, my advice to you is to steal everything that isn't nailed down.

And drink heavily.

Advice from no less than our only site overlord himself. I have no choice but to obey.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on December 07, 2016, 01:01:46 PM
Jorge Soler, officially. (https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/806573447962828800?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 07, 2016, 01:14:03 PM
Quote from: SKO on December 07, 2016, 01:01:46 PM
Jorge Soler, officially. (https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/806573447962828800?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet)

Royals fans seem to hate this trade, for whatever that's worth. This might be as good as it was gonna get in any trade for him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 07, 2016, 10:42:07 PM
Aroldis Chapman.

5 years, $86 million from the Yankees.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 07, 2016, 11:16:26 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 07, 2016, 10:42:07 PM
Aroldis Chapman.

5 years, $86 million from the Yankees.

Fuck him forever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 08, 2016, 08:46:52 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 07, 2016, 11:16:26 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 07, 2016, 10:42:07 PM
Aroldis Chapman.

5 years, $86 million from the Yankees.

Fuck him forever.

Thanks for the 2 2/3 IP in Game 5, though.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on December 08, 2016, 09:02:00 AM
Armando Rivero. What we lost, and what we never had.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on December 08, 2016, 09:10:37 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 08, 2016, 09:02:00 AM
Armando Rivero. What we lost, and what we never had.

My condolences to Pen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 08, 2016, 09:33:55 AM
Quote from: Eli on December 08, 2016, 09:10:37 AM
Quote from: ChuckD on December 08, 2016, 09:02:00 AM
Armando Rivero. What we lost, and what we never had.

My condolences to Pen.

Legitimately upset about this.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 09, 2016, 10:15:45 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

5 years, $82.5MM. That's a nice chunk of change.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on December 09, 2016, 12:45:03 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

The long con...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2016, 12:55:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

You left ut the Cubs presenting him with his ring in a ceremony before the first game of the year, which happens to be in St. Louis.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 09, 2016, 01:56:15 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2016, 12:55:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

You left ut the Cubs presenting him with his ring in a ceremony before the first game of the year, which happens to be in St. Louis.

The whole ut? You're making this too easy, dude. It's not as fun to be pedantic.

Anyway. I'm enjoying the mental image of the Cubs bringing their own sound system and setting up on the field without permission to present Dex with his ring, then projecting a Dex in the World Series highlight video onto a nearby low-hanging cloud.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on December 09, 2016, 07:31:44 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2016, 12:55:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

You left ut the Cubs presenting him with his ring in a ceremony before the first game of the year, which happens to be in St. Louis.

It would be cool, but won't they wait until after the rest of the team gets theirs, presumably at the home opener?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 10, 2016, 11:26:49 AM
Quote from: Shooter on December 09, 2016, 07:31:44 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2016, 12:55:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

You left ut the Cubs presenting him with his ring in a ceremony before the first game of the year, which happens to be in St. Louis.

It would be cool, but won't they wait until after the rest of the team gets theirs, presumably at the home opener?

I would actually expect the rings to be given out at a dinner or something. Based on what the Blackhawks do, every employee gets one. I've got pictures of my wife wearing each of our ticket rep's rings.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on December 15, 2016, 08:16:16 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 10, 2016, 11:26:49 AM
Quote from: Shooter on December 09, 2016, 07:31:44 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2016, 12:55:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

You left ut the Cubs presenting him with his ring in a ceremony before the first game of the year, which happens to be in St. Louis.

It would be cool, but won't they wait until after the rest of the team gets theirs, presumably at the home opener?

I would actually expect the rings to be given out at a dinner or something. Based on what the Blackhawks do, every employee gets one. I've got pictures of my wife wearing each of our ticket rep's rings.

We all have pictures of your wife.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 15, 2016, 04:44:52 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 15, 2016, 08:16:16 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 10, 2016, 11:26:49 AM
Quote from: Shooter on December 09, 2016, 07:31:44 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2016, 12:55:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

You left ut the Cubs presenting him with his ring in a ceremony before the first game of the year, which happens to be in St. Louis.

It would be cool, but won't they wait until after the rest of the team gets theirs, presumably at the home opener?

I would actually expect the rings to be given out at a dinner or something. Based on what the Blackhawks do, every employee gets one. I've got pictures of my wife wearing each of our ticket rep's rings.

We all have pictures of your wife.

I have pictures of Pen's Mum.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on December 15, 2016, 05:29:21 PM
Quote from: Tonker on December 15, 2016, 04:44:52 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on December 15, 2016, 08:16:16 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 10, 2016, 11:26:49 AM
Quote from: Shooter on December 09, 2016, 07:31:44 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on December 09, 2016, 12:55:48 PM
Quote from: Brownie on December 09, 2016, 11:27:29 AM
Quote from: Bort on December 09, 2016, 07:29:34 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 08, 2016, 11:34:38 PM
Dexter Fowler.

To the Cardinals, physical and press conference tomorrow.

#trader

I hope he has a great season on a team that otherwise tanks.

No, I want him to have a shitty April through July, striking out or grounding into awful DPs every time he bats, dropping fly balls, airmailing the cutoff man, calling Mike Matheny an ignorant gerbil, then apologizing to all ignorant gerbils, then insulting the Kansas City, Colorado, Minnesota, Milwaukee, Texas, Houston, Atlanta, Tampa Bay, Miami, Baltimore, Washington, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Detroit, White Sox, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Yankees, Mets, Boston, Toronto, Dodgers, Angels, Arizona, San Diego, Giants, A's, and Mariners organizations and fan bases so that come July 31, the Cardinals (by then 35 games out of first) have no choice but to trade Dexter to the first place Cubs for Tim Federowicz and agree to take on all of Dexter's salary. And then Dexter can resume being the great player and guy he was.

If that's too much to ask from Dexter, I hope he's great with the Cardinals on an otherwise lousy team.

You left ut the Cubs presenting him with his ring in a ceremony before the first game of the year, which happens to be in St. Louis.

It would be cool, but won't they wait until after the rest of the team gets theirs, presumably at the home opener?

I would actually expect the rings to be given out at a dinner or something. Based on what the Blackhawks do, every employee gets one. I've got pictures of my wife wearing each of our ticket rep's rings.

We all have pictures of your wife.

I have pictures of Pen's Mum.

I have nudes of Bort's dead whore grandmother (while she was alive, that is.  Very alive.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 09, 2017, 09:38:47 AM
Manny Ramirez, off to play baseball in Japan.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 03, 2017, 08:57:15 AM
Chris Coghlan ain't never coming back (http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/phillies/20170203_Phillies_add_former_Cub_Chris_Coughlan.html).*

*until half way through next season when the Cubs inexplicably trade for him again.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 03, 2017, 08:52:33 PM
Quote from: Tonker on February 03, 2017, 08:57:15 AM
Chris Coghlan ain't never coming back (http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/phillies/20170203_Phillies_add_former_Cub_Chris_Coughlan.html).*

*until half way through next season when the Cubs inexplicably trade for him again.

Only a matter of time until it's the Pat and Cogs Show on the radio. (Followed by the BC and Cogs Show, natch.)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 06, 2017, 07:47:01 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm looking forward to rooting for the Royals this year, as the level of satisfaction l'd derive from 2 World Series Champion Cubs giving the White Sox fits would be very pleasing to me.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 06, 2017, 09:50:57 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

Geez, who died and made him a Royal?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 11:11:40 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Not sure why you're not sure what it's for when you just explained what it's for
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 06, 2017, 11:35:11 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

St. Louis with second-half Hammel is something I'd support.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 06, 2017, 12:40:08 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

Jason Marquis as a Cub was bang-on league average.  Over the last three years Jason Hammel has been... slightly better than league average.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:52:36 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

I often hated him at the time but it just wasn't the kinda hate that can stick long term. In order for me to hate you ten years later you have to have been truly, Neifi levels of terrible, or you have to be a Bradley level asshole. League average back-end starters just can't sustain the rage. I've got too many people to hate to waste valuable spots on a guy like Marquis or Hammel.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 06, 2017, 03:37:03 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Chuck was talking about an anti-semetic, which is a drug that stops you feeling nauseous around pork and shellfish.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Can't tell whether to give you credit for trolling or not.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:52:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Can't tell whether to give you credit for trolling or not.

Cha-ching
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on February 06, 2017, 04:04:59 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:52:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Can't tell whether to give you credit for trolling or not.

Cha-ching

Still can't tell.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on February 06, 2017, 06:19:05 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:52:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Can't tell whether to give you credit for trolling or not.

Cha-ching
Hey!  What am I, chopped liver?  Cha-ching
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on February 06, 2017, 08:44:53 PM
Quote from: CBStew on February 06, 2017, 06:19:05 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:52:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Can't tell whether to give you credit for trolling or not.

Cha-ching
Hey!  What am I, chopped liver?  Cha-ching

Chuck is an anti-Semantic.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 10:07:45 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 06, 2017, 08:44:53 PM
Quote from: CBStew on February 06, 2017, 06:19:05 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:52:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Can't tell whether to give you credit for trolling or not.

Cha-ching
Hey!  What am I, chopped liver?  Cha-ching

Chuck is an anti-Semantic.

Damn it. I laughed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on February 07, 2017, 07:42:31 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 10:07:45 PM
Quote from: flannj on February 06, 2017, 08:44:53 PM
Quote from: CBStew on February 06, 2017, 06:19:05 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:52:46 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 03:37:49 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on February 06, 2017, 02:47:42 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on February 06, 2017, 02:08:30 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 01:21:13 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on February 06, 2017, 01:00:49 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:45:53 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 12:42:45 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 06, 2017, 12:30:29 PM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 11:26:13 AM
Quote from: Yeti on February 06, 2017, 08:38:28 AM
Quote from: SKO on February 06, 2017, 08:21:10 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 05, 2017, 11:14:42 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on November 06, 2016, 04:17:12 PM
Jason Hammel.

Everyone's favorite first-half Cy Young/second-half garbage fire reportedly has a two-year deal with the Royals for $16 (!) million. He and Jorge can cry together if they miss the playoffs.

I'm not sure what the (!) after 16 million is for. That's less money per year than the Cubs gave him, it's a pretty bargain contract. Unless that was what you were commenting on because you expected him to get more. It's not a bad deal for the Royals.

Yup... And maybe it's the post-WS glow, but I'm perfectly fine wishing people like him all the best. The only WS Cub I won't wish well to is Aroldis. Fuck him

Yeah Hammel barely registered on my list of hate worthy Cubs outside of days where he was getting shelled. On the whole he was a slightly better Jason Marquis, a perfectly acceptable back-end starter who only stood out on days when he sucked because he was on a team where everyone around him was far better than he was. His prickly response to being yanked early from starts is pretty standard for a world class athlete who naturally has to have more self-confidence than most in order to do his job well. I wish him well unless he somehow ends up being flipped to St. Louis at the deadline.

Slightly better Jason Marquis ... ouch.

It's harsh-sounding but Marquis basically gave the Cubs two years of ~180 IP and a 101 ERA+. That's like the dictionary definition of "Perfectly Tolerable 5th Starter You Leave Off of the Postseason Roster." Hammel the last two years gave them ~170 IP and 103 ERA+. So, slightly better Jason Marquis.

EDITED: what Tonk said.

Fake news. I hate Jason Marquis.

Anti-Semetic much?

How bad at being Jewish are you that you can't even spell anti-Semitic right?

Pretty sure it's been established that no matter how bad a Jew Chuck is, he's miles behind Penfoe & Oleg.

Chuck is basically a rabbi compared to us. 

Oleg doesn't even like Chinese food and my kids have Irish names.

I'm not the world's greatest speller.  Drives my ex-English teacher mother nuts.

Besides, you know what I meant. Message delivered, irregardless of spelling, syntax or grammar.

Can't tell whether to give you credit for trolling or not.

Cha-ching
Hey!  What am I, chopped liver?  Cha-ching

Chuck is an anti-Semantic.

Damn it. I laughed.

I also laughed.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on February 13, 2017, 06:09:04 PM
Travis Wood.

He gets a two-year, $12MM guarantee from the Royals, who know the only way to replace Yordano Ventura is by signing all the mediocre-to-decent-in-relief former Cubs.  Surprised KC didn't win a bidding war with Arizona for Cubs legend Brian Matusz.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on February 13, 2017, 06:43:59 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 13, 2017, 06:09:04 PM
Travis Wood.

He gets a two-year, $12MM guarantee from the Royals, who know the only way to replace Yordano Ventura is by signing all the mediocre-to-decent-in-relief former Cubs.  Surprised KC didn't win a bidding war with Arizona for Cubs legend Brian Matusz.

My bollockyoghurt and chapchutney are sad.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on February 14, 2017, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 13, 2017, 06:09:04 PM
Travis Wood.

He gets a two-year, $12MM guarantee from the Royals, who know the only way to replace Yordano Ventura is by signing all the mediocre-to-decent-in-relief former Cubs.  Surprised KC didn't win a bidding war with Arizona for Cubs legend Brian Matusz.

I was honestly expecting him to show up in Mesa today, fucking up the outfield by doing donuts on an ATV, Kenny Powers style.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on February 15, 2017, 10:06:49 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on February 14, 2017, 02:38:31 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on February 13, 2017, 06:09:04 PM
Travis Wood.

He gets a two-year, $12MM guarantee from the Royals, who know the only way to replace Yordano Ventura is by signing all the mediocre-to-decent-in-relief former Cubs.  Surprised KC didn't win a bidding war with Arizona for Cubs legend Brian Matusz.

I was honestly expecting him to show up in Mesa today, fucking up the outfield by doing donuts on an ATV, Kenny Powers style.

Me too. The Cubs stealing players from other teams at the last minute in Spring Training needs to become an annual tradition.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on March 09, 2017, 01:34:52 PM
Jay Cutler

(https://media.giphy.com/media/l3q2IKBNqKHSLgyFq/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 28, 2017, 09:08:53 PM
Let's say that for now, Munenori Kawasaki.

Even though nobody will be surprised if he lands in Iowa next to Chris Coghlan on minor league deals.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 08, 2017, 07:52:46 PM
Mack Seizure.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 12, 2017, 02:15:28 PM
Gerardo Concepcion (https://twitter.com/BroadcasterMick/status/863102556083539969), who should best be remembered as the guy who got the totally undeserving call-up over Armando Rivero last year.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 12, 2017, 03:09:24 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 12, 2017, 02:15:28 PM
Gerardo Concepcion (https://twitter.com/BroadcasterMick/status/863102556083539969), who should best be remembered as the guy who got the totally undeserving call-up over Armando Rivero last year.

(https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/e7/Rico_Suave_single.jpg)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Eli on May 12, 2017, 08:05:39 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 12, 2017, 02:15:28 PM
Gerardo Concepcion (https://twitter.com/BroadcasterMick/status/863102556083539969), who should best be remembered as the guy who got the totally undeserving call-up over Armando Rivero last year.

Wasn't the theory that the Cubs only signed him because he was buddies with Soler and they wanted another recruiting chip?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on June 01, 2017, 09:18:03 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

I think the Mets found a place in the organization for Nails.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 10:54:27 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

Death by fake news comes for us all.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 01, 2017, 11:21:43 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 10:54:27 AM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

Death by fake news comes for us all.

I'm gonna back Sterling up here and say this IS an abuse of a thread that used to matter, dammit. MODS
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on June 01, 2017, 11:25:20 AM
They really should just send Mr. Met down to Tidewater Las Vegas.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 01:14:06 PM
Quote from: Brownie on June 01, 2017, 11:25:20 AM
They really should just send Mr. Met down to Tidewater Las Vegas.

I don't think the Golden Knights have a mascot yet.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CT III on June 05, 2017, 09:34:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.

Mr. Met can never die.  Only the actors who portray him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on June 05, 2017, 12:06:21 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 05, 2017, 09:34:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.

Mr. Met can never die.  Only the actors who portray him.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Mr. Met. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Mr. Met. It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on June 05, 2017, 12:10:53 PM
Quote from: Bort on June 05, 2017, 12:06:21 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 05, 2017, 09:34:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.

Mr. Met can never die.  Only the actors who portray him.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Mr. Met. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Mr. Met. It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence.
B.S. Mr. Met can't carry Clark's jock.  Oh, wait.  Clark doesn't wear a jock.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 05, 2017, 01:54:17 PM
Quote from: CBStew on June 05, 2017, 12:10:53 PM
Quote from: Bort on June 05, 2017, 12:06:21 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 05, 2017, 09:34:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.

Mr. Met can never die.  Only the actors who portray him.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Mr. Met. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Mr. Met. It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence.
B.S. Mr. Met can't carry Clark's jock.  Oh, wait.  Clark doesn't wear a jock.

Clark the Cub. Appearing Friday nights at the Eagle.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on June 05, 2017, 02:13:24 PM
Quote from: Bort on June 05, 2017, 12:06:21 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 05, 2017, 09:34:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.

Mr. Met can never die.  Only the actors who portray him.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Mr. Met. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Mr. Met. It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence.

Mr. Met is a messenger of Satan. I hope a dump truck falls from the sky on Mr. Met and the members of the 1969, 1986, and 2015 Mets.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 06, 2017, 02:13:49 PM
Quote from: Brownie on June 05, 2017, 02:13:24 PM
Quote from: Bort on June 05, 2017, 12:06:21 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 05, 2017, 09:34:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.

Mr. Met can never die.  Only the actors who portray him.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Mr. Met. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Mr. Met. It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence.

Mr. Met is a messenger of Satan. I hope a dump truck falls from the sky on Mr. Met and the members of the 1969, 1986, and 2015 Mets.

I always thought talking dogs were messengers of Satan.

Davey and Goliath always fucked with my head.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on June 22, 2017, 04:15:10 PM
Zachary M. Rosscup
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on June 22, 2017, 04:38:05 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 06, 2017, 02:13:49 PM
Quote from: Brownie on June 05, 2017, 02:13:24 PM
Quote from: Bort on June 05, 2017, 12:06:21 PM
Quote from: CT III on June 05, 2017, 09:34:35 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 03:48:15 PM
Quote from: Oleg on June 01, 2017, 10:39:22 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 10:24:26 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 01, 2017, 09:38:31 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on June 01, 2017, 09:15:53 AM
Mr. Met (http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/ct-mr-met-fired-20170531-story.html).

Meanwhile, we can't even get Clark the Cub to put on a damn pair of pants.

Mr. Met isn't going anywhere. One particular guy who plays Mr. Met got fired. Stretching the concept of this thread a little far. But what do you expect when one's chosen source is the world's number-one authority on all things Mr. Met: the Chicago Tribune.

I guess I forgot that you're a Mr. Met purist.

I demand accuracy in Mr Met content on the fringe!

The Mr. Met canon is sacrosanct.

Mr. Met can never die.  Only the actors who portray him.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Mr. Met. He exists as certainly as love and generosity and devotion exist, and you know that they abound and give your life its highest beauty and joy. Alas! How dreary would be the world if there were no Mr. Met. It would be as dreary as if there were no Virginias. There would be no childlike faith, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence.

Mr. Met is a messenger of Satan. I hope a dump truck falls from the sky on Mr. Met and the members of the 1969, 1986, and 2015 Mets.

I always thought talking dogs were messengers of Satan.

Davey and Goliath always fucked with my head.
Have you watched "Downward Dog"?  It is very good.http://www.imdb.com/title/tt3879306/
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 22, 2017, 05:15:09 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on June 22, 2017, 04:15:10 PM
Zachary M. Rosscup

RIP
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on June 22, 2017, 05:45:04 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on June 22, 2017, 04:15:10 PM
Zachary M. Rosscup

So long, Mindy
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on June 22, 2017, 05:48:38 PM
Quote from: Yeti on June 22, 2017, 05:45:04 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on June 22, 2017, 04:15:10 PM
Zachary M. Rosscup

So long, Mindy

So long, Jesus.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on June 23, 2017, 11:17:58 AM
Super-Nintendo. (https://www.nhl.com/blackhawks/news/blackhawks-acquire-murphy-and-dauphin-from-arizona-for-hjalmarsson/c-290082380)  And all the bread. (https://www.prohockeyrumors.com/2017/06/artemi-panarin-chicago.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 23, 2017, 11:56:04 AM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on June 30, 2015, 04:26:13 PM
Brandon Saad.

*sobs*

Not so fast!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on June 28, 2017, 11:33:06 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Gonna try to remember him most for the NLCS grand slam and that important 8th RBI in G7.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on June 28, 2017, 11:39:23 AM
Quote from: SKO on June 28, 2017, 11:33:06 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Gonna try to remember him most for the NLCS grand slam and that important 8th RBI in G7.

Will you really have to try to remember him for that?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on June 28, 2017, 03:38:54 PM
Quote from: Cannonball Titcomb on June 28, 2017, 11:39:23 AM
Quote from: SKO on June 28, 2017, 11:33:06 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Gonna try to remember him most for the NLCS grand slam and that important 8th RBI in G7.

Will you really have to try to remember him for that?
You bet.  After blaming Arrieta for the 7 steal game I'm afraid his 2016 heroics are going to be superseded in my memory bank.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on June 28, 2017, 06:46:47 PM
Can John Lackey please be next in this thread? Get this asshole out of here. Give Dylan Fucking Floro a start for all I care.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on June 29, 2017, 08:34:58 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on June 28, 2017, 06:46:47 PM
Can John Lackey please be next in this thread? Get this asshole out of here. Give Dylan Fucking Floro a start for all I care.

I'll admit to having a morbid curiosity of seeing whether Lackey can give up more dingers than Judge hits.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2017, 01:18:58 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Off to hang out with Kurt in Canadaland.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on July 03, 2017, 10:37:20 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2017, 01:18:58 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Off to hang out with Kurt in Canadaland.

Just in time for the annual poutine festival!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: ChuckD on July 04, 2017, 08:54:53 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on July 03, 2017, 10:37:20 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2017, 01:18:58 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Off to hang out with Kurt in Canadaland.

Just in time for the annual poutine pouting festival!

Fixed?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 04, 2017, 04:01:52 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on July 03, 2017, 10:37:20 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2017, 01:18:58 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Off to hang out with Kurt in Canadaland.

Just in time for the annual poutine festival!
Fried potatoes covered with cheese curds and brown gravy?  That is really a thing? 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on July 04, 2017, 09:18:13 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 04, 2017, 04:01:52 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on July 03, 2017, 10:37:20 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2017, 01:18:58 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Off to hang out with Kurt in Canadaland.

Just in time for the annual poutine festival!
Fried potatoes covered with cheese curds and brown gravy?  That is really a thing? 


It's really, really bad for you. Therefore, it's also pretty damned tasty. The key factors are using real cheese curds (rather than, say, grated cheese) and french fries that won't wilt under the gravy. A pile of limp fries ruins the whole thing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 05, 2017, 08:11:54 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2017, 01:18:58 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Off to hang out with Kurt in Canadaland.

He just became an American citizen, and Theo launched him out of the country.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on July 06, 2017, 01:53:12 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on July 04, 2017, 09:18:13 PM
Quote from: CBStew on July 04, 2017, 04:01:52 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on July 03, 2017, 10:37:20 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on July 03, 2017, 01:18:58 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on June 28, 2017, 11:18:36 AM
Miguel Montero

Off to hang out with Kurt in Canadaland.

Just in time for the annual poutine festival!
Fried potatoes covered with cheese curds and brown gravy?  That is really a thing? 


It's really, really delicious, like all potatoes. bad for you. Therefore, it's also pretty damned tasty. The key factors are using real cheese curds (rather than, say, grated cheese) and french fries that won't wilt under the gravy. A pile of limp fries ruins the whole thing.

PotatoGoodness'd.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on July 06, 2017, 02:30:30 PM
Braun is apparently no longer the only guy in Milwaukee on the juice.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 06, 2017, 02:52:33 PM
Quote from: Armchair_QB on July 06, 2017, 02:30:30 PM
Braun is apparently no longer the only guy in Milwaukee on the juice.

MODS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on July 13, 2017, 11:00:47 AM
Eloy Jiménez, Dylan Cease, Matt Rose, and Bryant Flete (do Cub farmhands count?)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 13, 2017, 11:35:41 AM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on July 13, 2017, 11:00:47 AM
Eloy Jiménez, Dylan Cease, Matt Rose, and Bryant Flete (do Cub farmhands count?)

Shut up Paul, you're a douche.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on July 13, 2017, 03:01:10 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on July 13, 2017, 11:00:47 AM
Eloy Jiménez, Dylan Cease, Matt Rose, and Bryant Flete (do Cub farmhands count?)
Of course they do...on the farm.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 06, 2017, 02:23:18 AM
Dylan Fucking Floro
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 04, 2017, 02:31:23 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)

He, like Pierce Johnson, will probably be back on the 40 as soon as some contracts roll off.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 04, 2017, 03:48:10 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 04, 2017, 02:31:23 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)

He, like Pierce Johnson, will probably be back on the 40 as soon as some contracts roll off.

Why?  He fucking sucks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on October 04, 2017, 07:12:14 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 04, 2017, 02:31:23 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)

He, like Pierce Johnson, will probably be back on the 40 as soon as some contracts roll off.
The Giants claimed Johnson.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on October 04, 2017, 07:48:37 PM
Quote from: Shooter on October 04, 2017, 07:12:14 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 04, 2017, 02:31:23 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)

He, like Pierce Johnson, will probably be back on the 40 as soon as some contracts roll off.
The Giants claimed Johnson.

Forksure foiled again
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 05, 2017, 09:26:23 AM
Quote from: Shooter on October 04, 2017, 07:12:14 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 04, 2017, 02:31:23 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)

He, like Pierce Johnson, will probably be back on the 40 as soon as some contracts roll off.
The Giants claimed Johnson.

Pierce Johnson sounds like something that should happen in SF.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 09, 2017, 09:48:04 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)

Felix Pena officially gone, traded to the Angels for a player to be named later after the playoffs (Mike Trout)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on October 10, 2017, 08:05:35 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on October 09, 2017, 09:48:04 PM
Quote from: morpheus on October 04, 2017, 01:25:59 PM
Felix Fucking Pena (https://twitter.com/BruceMiles2112/status/915643801347256325)

Felix Pena officially gone, traded to the Angels for a player to be named later after the playoffs (Mike Trout)

Hmm. Does Jon Jay move to left?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 22, 2017, 08:17:17 PM
Chris Bosio
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 23, 2017, 03:50:06 PM
Erik Hinske
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 23, 2017, 03:52:16 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 23, 2017, 03:50:06 PM
Erik Hinske

Any relation to Eric Hinske?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 23, 2017, 04:06:43 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on October 23, 2017, 03:52:16 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 23, 2017, 03:50:06 PM
Erik Hinske

Any relation to Eric Hinske?

Eric O'Ptoat.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 26, 2017, 01:56:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.

Yeah I'm excited about Chili although I have learned through the Rudy Jaramillo experience not to put much stock into hitting coaching changes. That said, it was pretty much inevitable Mallee was gonna get the axe once Heyward's offseason of swing changes amounted to nothing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: D. Doluntap on October 26, 2017, 02:05:40 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 01:56:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.

Yeah I'm excited about Chili although I have learned through the Rudy Jaramillo experience not to put much stock into hitting coaching changes. That said, it was pretty much inevitable Mallee was gonna get the axe once Heyward's offseason of swing changes amounted to nothing.

Whoa...the tenth most similar batter to Jason Heyward through Age 27?? Chili Davis.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 02:06:02 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 01:56:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.

Yeah I'm excited about Chili although I have learned through the Rudy Jaramillo experience not to put much stock into hitting coaching changes. That said, it was pretty much inevitable Mallee was gonna get the axe once Heyward's offseason of swing changes amounted to nothing.

I'm pretty sure getting Schwarber, Happ and El Mago to K rates nearer to 20% will keep him busy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 26, 2017, 02:30:16 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 01:56:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.

Yeah I'm excited about Chili although I have learned through the Rudy Jaramillo experience not to put much stock into hitting coaching changes. That said, it was pretty much inevitable Mallee was gonna get the axe once Heyward's offseason of swing changes amounted to nothing.

RUDY JARAMILLO!! Holy shit I forgot all about that.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: HumbleJerry on October 26, 2017, 02:31:40 PM
Mike Freeman
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on October 26, 2017, 05:56:51 PM
What the hell did Gary Jones do to deserve this?
Bastards.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on October 29, 2017, 10:59:36 AM
Dave Martinez.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: cindysandberg on October 29, 2017, 08:12:40 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on October 29, 2017, 10:59:36 AM
Dave Martinez.

*sniff*
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on November 06, 2017, 06:43:50 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

The guy who singlehandedly clinched the division AND eliminated the Cardnals? On Consecutive days?

He gets a post.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 08:26:54 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on November 06, 2017, 06:43:50 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

The guy who singlehandedly clinched the division AND eliminated the Cardnals? On Consecutive days?

He gets a post.

But he's not even gone is my point.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 08:28:28 PM
Also this thread is not even remotely about players' accomplishments so, once again, Chuck Is Double-Wrong.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2017, 08:44:38 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

What other mention is this guy ever gonna get around here?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on November 07, 2017, 09:06:21 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2017, 08:44:38 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

What other mention is this guy ever gonna get around here?

I have no idea what Saul/Sterling/CATS CATS CATS or whatever the blue hell he's calling himself these days is talking about. This thread has long since devolved from being the "remember this shitty Ex-Cub?" thread that inspired the long-dead Kermit to write the Bottom 126 into being a thread where basically any departed member of any Chicago sports team is commemorated with his name etched into the halls of history. This is the appropriate place to bid adieu to Leonys Martin.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2017, 10:27:53 AM
Quote from: SKO on November 07, 2017, 09:06:21 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2017, 08:44:38 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

What other mention is this guy ever gonna get around here?

I have no idea what Saul/Sterling/CATS CATS CATS or whatever the blue hell he's calling himself these days is talking about. This thread has long since devolved from being the "remember this shitty Ex-Cub?" thread that inspired the long-dead Kermit to write the Bottom 126 into being a thread where basically any departed member of any Chicago sports team is commemorated with his name etched into the halls of history. This is the appropriate place to bid adieu to Leonys Martin.

Easily the greatest Cub to ever be named after one of the Commodores.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 07, 2017, 11:50:12 AM
Quote from: SKO on November 07, 2017, 09:06:21 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2017, 08:44:38 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

What other mention is this guy ever gonna get around here?

I have no idea what Saul/Sterling/CATS CATS CATS or whatever the blue hell he's calling himself these days is talking about. This thread has long since devolved from being the "remember this shitty Ex-Cub?" thread that inspired the long-dead Kermit to write the Bottom 126 into being a thread where basically any departed member of any Chicago sports team is commemorated with his name etched into the halls of history. This is the appropriate place to bid adieu to Leonys Martin.

He. Isn't. "Departed." He might be if he elects free agency, but he hasn't yet. How are you guys not getting this?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on November 07, 2017, 11:59:13 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 07, 2017, 11:50:12 AM
Quote from: SKO on November 07, 2017, 09:06:21 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2017, 08:44:38 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

What other mention is this guy ever gonna get around here?

I have no idea what Saul/Sterling/CATS CATS CATS or whatever the blue hell he's calling himself these days is talking about. This thread has long since devolved from being the "remember this shitty Ex-Cub?" thread that inspired the long-dead Kermit to write the Bottom 126 into being a thread where basically any departed member of any Chicago sports team is commemorated with his name etched into the halls of history. This is the appropriate place to bid adieu to Leonys Martin.

He. Isn't. "Departed." He might be if he elects free agency, but he hasn't yet. How are you guys not getting this?

Morgan Freeman outlasts another one.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 13, 2017, 12:09:52 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

Okay, NOW he's gone.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on November 13, 2017, 05:58:41 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 07, 2017, 11:50:12 AM
Quote from: SKO on November 07, 2017, 09:06:21 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 07, 2017, 08:44:38 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 06, 2017, 04:13:34 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2017, 04:04:17 PM
Leonys Martin.

We're doing this every time someone gets outrighted off the 40-man now?

What other mention is this guy ever gonna get around here?

I have no idea what Saul/Sterling/CATS CATS CATS or whatever the blue hell he's calling himself these days is talking about. This thread has long since devolved from being the "remember this shitty Ex-Cub?" thread that inspired the long-dead Kermit to write the Bottom 126 into being a thread where basically any departed member of any Chicago sports team is commemorated with his name etched into the halls of history. This is the appropriate place to bid adieu to Leonys Martin.

He. Isn't. "Departed." He might be if he elects free agency, but he hasn't yet. How are you guys not getting this?

NOT.  GONE.  YET.  Surely?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 14, 2017, 02:25:10 PM

Hank White.

(lowers fly to half mast)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 14, 2017, 09:52:48 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 14, 2017, 02:25:10 PM

Hank White.

(lowers fly to half mast)

Cubs coaching staff in turmoil! The Plan sucks!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 20, 2017, 02:40:24 PM
Connor Barth.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 24, 2017, 11:28:20 AM
Desipio Message Board
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on December 01, 2017, 02:33:11 PM
Whoever this guy is. (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017/12/cubs-release-matt-carasiti-to-sign-with-japans-yakult-swallows.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on December 01, 2017, 09:48:58 PM
Hector Rondon.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 01, 2017, 11:19:48 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on December 01, 2017, 09:48:58 PM
Hector Rondon.

Lord beer me strength.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on December 02, 2017, 05:12:04 PM
Quote from: Oleg on December 01, 2017, 02:33:11 PM
Whoever this guy is. (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017/12/cubs-release-matt-carasiti-to-sign-with-japans-yakult-swallows.html)

Aw, come on. We all know and love (tries to remember name without looking at link) Mark(?) uh... Carnivale?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 03, 2017, 10:55:15 PM
Quote from: Bort on December 02, 2017, 05:12:04 PM
Quote from: Oleg on December 01, 2017, 02:33:11 PM
Whoever this guy is. (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2017/12/cubs-release-matt-carasiti-to-sign-with-japans-yakult-swallows.html)

Aw, come on. We all know and love (tries to remember name without looking at link) Mark(?) uh... Carnivale?

Which reminds me of the time when I was watching "Boardwalk Empire" and my mother-in-law sat down next to me just as Bobby Canevale's dong pretty much filled the screen.

Good times.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on December 05, 2017, 03:30:32 PM
Leon is... gone (http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2017/12/05/tigers-sign-leonys-martin-4-others/108340064/)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 05, 2017, 05:28:10 PM
Quote from: morpheus on December 05, 2017, 03:30:32 PM
Leon is... gone (http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/mlb/tigers/2017/12/05/tigers-sign-leonys-martin-4-others/108340064/)

One more bullpen arm to replace.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 29, 2017, 06:39:57 PM
Wade Davis.

Good for him getting that money but it wasn't gonna happen here.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on March 15, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage

He did strike out the side the one game I watched, and I remember him doing that twice in an otherwise-pedestrian September last year.  IN REAL GAMES so I dunno....
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on March 16, 2018, 03:58:10 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

That's the stuff.  You should have a blog.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Yeti on March 16, 2018, 05:36:56 AM
Quote from: Tonker on March 16, 2018, 03:58:10 AM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

That's the stuff.  You should have a blog.

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Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:12:03 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage

He did strike out the side the one game I watched, and I remember him doing that twice in an otherwise-pedestrian September last year.  IN REAL GAMES so I dunno....

Yeah but again he has options, and still needs to prove he can throw strikes consistently, so nothing wrong with sticking him in Iowa. they need a long guy more than they need more set up/relief guys and Eddie Butler would definitely not make it through waivers and he's out of options.

Morrow is the closer, any one of Edwards, Wilson (if his command is back and so far he's only walked 1 dude in 5 innings this spring so god I hope he's fixed), Strop, Cishek, Montgomery could be late inning guys, Duensing is probably your loogy/guy you ask for two innings in the middle of a close game if your starter leaves early, Butler is your long reliever if a starter gets rocked early. '

Maples gets first call if somebody gets hurt (and Strop hasn't appeared in a game yet this spring and may be on the 10 Day DL to start the year so maybe Dillon gets to break camp with the team for a little bit), otherwise he has to wait till September again, probably, unless he's putting up numbers that can't be ignored at Iowa.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 16, 2018, 08:15:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:12:03 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage

He did strike out the side the one game I watched, and I remember him doing that twice in an otherwise-pedestrian September last year.  IN REAL GAMES so I dunno....

Yeah but again he has options, and still needs to prove he can throw strikes consistently, so nothing wrong with sticking him in Iowa. they need a long guy more than they need more set up/relief guys and Eddie Butler would definitely not make it through waivers and he's out of options.

Morrow is the closer, any one of Edwards, Wilson (if his command is back and so far he's only walked 1 dude in 5 innings this spring so god I hope he's fixed), Strop, Cishek, Montgomery could be late inning guys, Duensing is probably your loogy/guy you ask for two innings in the middle of a close game if your starter leaves early, Butler is your long reliever if a starter gets rocked early. '

Maples gets first call if somebody gets hurt (and Strop hasn't appeared in a game yet this spring and may be on the 10 Day DL to start the year so maybe Dillon gets to break camp with the team for a little bit), otherwise he has to wait till September again, probably, unless he's putting up numbers that can't be ignored at Iowa.

According to Sahadev, Anthony Bass is in the mix too.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:33:38 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 16, 2018, 08:15:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:12:03 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage

He did strike out the side the one game I watched, and I remember him doing that twice in an otherwise-pedestrian September last year.  IN REAL GAMES so I dunno....

Yeah but again he has options, and still needs to prove he can throw strikes consistently, so nothing wrong with sticking him in Iowa. they need a long guy more than they need more set up/relief guys and Eddie Butler would definitely not make it through waivers and he's out of options.

Morrow is the closer, any one of Edwards, Wilson (if his command is back and so far he's only walked 1 dude in 5 innings this spring so god I hope he's fixed), Strop, Cishek, Montgomery could be late inning guys, Duensing is probably your loogy/guy you ask for two innings in the middle of a close game if your starter leaves early, Butler is your long reliever if a starter gets rocked early. '

Maples gets first call if somebody gets hurt (and Strop hasn't appeared in a game yet this spring and may be on the 10 Day DL to start the year so maybe Dillon gets to break camp with the team for a little bit), otherwise he has to wait till September again, probably, unless he's putting up numbers that can't be ignored at Iowa.

According to Sahadev, Anthony Bass is in the mix too.

Yeah I just read that article. Interesting. I mean they're not risking much giving him the 8th spot in the pen as a try out so if they think they've found something, cool.

Either way if everyone's healthy and Wilson is the guy he's been most of the last six years and not the dude he was after the trade I think this should be a very good, versatile pen.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on March 16, 2018, 01:06:17 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:33:38 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 16, 2018, 08:15:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:12:03 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage

He did strike out the side the one game I watched, and I remember him doing that twice in an otherwise-pedestrian September last year.  IN REAL GAMES so I dunno....

Yeah but again he has options, and still needs to prove he can throw strikes consistently, so nothing wrong with sticking him in Iowa. they need a long guy more than they need more set up/relief guys and Eddie Butler would definitely not make it through waivers and he's out of options.

Morrow is the closer, any one of Edwards, Wilson (if his command is back and so far he's only walked 1 dude in 5 innings this spring so god I hope he's fixed), Strop, Cishek, Montgomery could be late inning guys, Duensing is probably your loogy/guy you ask for two innings in the middle of a close game if your starter leaves early, Butler is your long reliever if a starter gets rocked early. '

Maples gets first call if somebody gets hurt (and Strop hasn't appeared in a game yet this spring and may be on the 10 Day DL to start the year so maybe Dillon gets to break camp with the team for a little bit), otherwise he has to wait till September again, probably, unless he's putting up numbers that can't be ignored at Iowa.

According to Sahadev, Anthony Bass is in the mix too.

Yeah I just read that article. Interesting. I mean they're not risking much giving him the 8th spot in the pen as a try out so if they think they've found something, cool.

Either way if everyone's healthy and Wilson is the guy he's been most of the last six years and not the dude he was after the trade I think this should be a very good, versatile pen.
I think that the Cubs should evaluate their bullpen based upon what the player can contribute by way of dance moves.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on March 16, 2018, 01:13:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on March 16, 2018, 01:06:17 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:33:38 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 16, 2018, 08:15:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:12:03 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage

He did strike out the side the one game I watched, and I remember him doing that twice in an otherwise-pedestrian September last year.  IN REAL GAMES so I dunno....

Yeah but again he has options, and still needs to prove he can throw strikes consistently, so nothing wrong with sticking him in Iowa. they need a long guy more than they need more set up/relief guys and Eddie Butler would definitely not make it through waivers and he's out of options.

Morrow is the closer, any one of Edwards, Wilson (if his command is back and so far he's only walked 1 dude in 5 innings this spring so god I hope he's fixed), Strop, Cishek, Montgomery could be late inning guys, Duensing is probably your loogy/guy you ask for two innings in the middle of a close game if your starter leaves early, Butler is your long reliever if a starter gets rocked early. '

Maples gets first call if somebody gets hurt (and Strop hasn't appeared in a game yet this spring and may be on the 10 Day DL to start the year so maybe Dillon gets to break camp with the team for a little bit), otherwise he has to wait till September again, probably, unless he's putting up numbers that can't be ignored at Iowa.

According to Sahadev, Anthony Bass is in the mix too.

Yeah I just read that article. Interesting. I mean they're not risking much giving him the 8th spot in the pen as a try out so if they think they've found something, cool.

Either way if everyone's healthy and Wilson is the guy he's been most of the last six years and not the dude he was after the trade I think this should be a very good, versatile pen.
I think that the Cubs should evaluate their bullpen based upon what the player can contribute by way of dance moves.

Great, now Fork is closing.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 16, 2018, 01:58:44 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 01:13:51 PM
Quote from: CBStew on March 16, 2018, 01:06:17 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:33:38 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 16, 2018, 08:15:25 AM
Quote from: SKO on March 16, 2018, 08:12:03 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 10:30:15 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 09:18:26 PM
Quote from: Yeti on March 15, 2018, 07:57:02 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on March 15, 2018, 07:23:48 PM
Quote from: SKO on March 15, 2018, 04:52:31 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on March 15, 2018, 02:19:57 PM
Justin Grimm.

All relievers are like this to some degree usually but man was he one of the more inconsistent and frustrating the Cubs have ever had. His ERA by month in 2016:

2.57
4.38
10.38
0.00
0.82
6.14

And even last year he was garbage every month but one, June, when he made 13 appearances and allowed only 1 run. When he could throw strikes he was really good. Just wasn't often enough, obviously.

Wondering what this does to longtime FORKSCOUTED Dillon Maples' chances of making the team (yesterday's tub-shitting notwithstanding).

Increases it as there's one more guy out of his way

I'd bet it doesn't move the needle much. He hasn't set the world on fire in camp and he has options. Butler does not, I'd expect they keep him as the long guy so they can use Montgomery in high leverage

He did strike out the side the one game I watched, and I remember him doing that twice in an otherwise-pedestrian September last year.  IN REAL GAMES so I dunno....

Yeah but again he has options, and still needs to prove he can throw strikes consistently, so nothing wrong with sticking him in Iowa. they need a long guy more than they need more set up/relief guys and Eddie Butler would definitely not make it through waivers and he's out of options.

Morrow is the closer, any one of Edwards, Wilson (if his command is back and so far he's only walked 1 dude in 5 innings this spring so god I hope he's fixed), Strop, Cishek, Montgomery could be late inning guys, Duensing is probably your loogy/guy you ask for two innings in the middle of a close game if your starter leaves early, Butler is your long reliever if a starter gets rocked early. '

Maples gets first call if somebody gets hurt (and Strop hasn't appeared in a game yet this spring and may be on the 10 Day DL to start the year so maybe Dillon gets to break camp with the team for a little bit), otherwise he has to wait till September again, probably, unless he's putting up numbers that can't be ignored at Iowa.

According to Sahadev, Anthony Bass is in the mix too.

Yeah I just read that article. Interesting. I mean they're not risking much giving him the 8th spot in the pen as a try out so if they think they've found something, cool.

Either way if everyone's healthy and Wilson is the guy he's been most of the last six years and not the dude he was after the trade I think this should be a very good, versatile pen.
I think that the Cubs should evaluate their bullpen based upon what the player can contribute by way of dance moves.

Great, now Fork is closing.

Works for me, I can probably still ratchet up my sinker.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 21, 2018, 11:03:13 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.

How do you know they don't have a Single Greatest Thread Ever and you're on it?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 11:37:10 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 21, 2018, 11:03:13 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.

How do you know they don't have a Single Greatest Thread Ever and you're on it?

My employers:

American National Bank - Dead
First Colonial Bank - Dead
Sumitomo Bank - Dead
LaSalle National Bank - Dead
KPMG Consulting / Bearing Point - Dead
National City Bank - Dead
AMCORE Bank - Dead
American Chartered Bank - Dead
MB Financial - Dead

I *AM* the bearer of the Single Greatest Thread ever.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 21, 2018, 12:05:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 11:37:10 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 21, 2018, 11:03:13 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.

How do you know they don't have a Single Greatest Thread Ever and you're on it?

My employers:

American National Bank - Dead
First Colonial Bank - Dead
Sumitomo Bank - Dead
LaSalle National Bank - Dead
KPMG Consulting / Bearing Point - Dead
National City Bank - Dead
AMCORE Bank - Dead
American Chartered Bank - Dead
MB Financial - Dead

I *AM* the bearer of the Single Greatest Thread ever.

MB stock is up 13% the Monday after you leave.

Nice choice, Jim.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 01:57:00 PM
Quote from: Oleg on May 21, 2018, 12:05:46 PM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 11:37:10 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 21, 2018, 11:03:13 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.

How do you know they don't have a Single Greatest Thread Ever and you're on it?

My employers:

American National Bank - Dead
First Colonial Bank - Dead
Sumitomo Bank - Dead
LaSalle National Bank - Dead
KPMG Consulting / Bearing Point - Dead
National City Bank - Dead
AMCORE Bank - Dead
American Chartered Bank - Dead
MB Financial - Dead

I *AM* the bearer of the Single Greatest Thread ever.

MB stock is up 13% the Monday after you leave.

Nice choice, Jim.

Chuck leaves. Better sell.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 22, 2018, 08:24:35 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 11:37:10 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 21, 2018, 11:03:13 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.

How do you know they don't have a Single Greatest Thread Ever and you're on it?

My employers:

American National Bank - Dead
First Colonial Bank - Dead
Sumitomo Bank - Dead
LaSalle National Bank - Dead
KPMG Consulting / Bearing Point - Dead
National City Bank - Dead
AMCORE Bank - Dead
American Chartered Bank - Dead
MB Financial - Dead

I *AM* the bearer of the Single Greatest Thread ever.

I think you're the killer of financial institutions.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 22, 2018, 08:26:13 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 22, 2018, 08:24:35 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 11:37:10 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 21, 2018, 11:03:13 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.

How do you know they don't have a Single Greatest Thread Ever and you're on it?

My employers:

American National Bank - Dead
First Colonial Bank - Dead
Sumitomo Bank - Dead
LaSalle National Bank - Dead
KPMG Consulting / Bearing Point - Dead
National City Bank - Dead
AMCORE Bank - Dead
American Chartered Bank - Dead
MB Financial - Dead

I *AM* the bearer of the Single Greatest Thread ever.

I think you're the killer of financial institutions.

Chuck is clearly America's working class hero.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 22, 2018, 07:08:41 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 22, 2018, 08:24:35 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 11:37:10 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on May 21, 2018, 11:03:13 AM
Quote from: Chuck to Chuck on May 21, 2018, 10:44:36 AM
MB Financial Bank.

Heh.

How do you know they don't have a Single Greatest Thread Ever and you're on it?

My employers:

American National Bank - Dead
First Colonial Bank - Dead
Sumitomo Bank - Dead
LaSalle National Bank - Dead
KPMG Consulting / Bearing Point - Dead
National City Bank - Dead
AMCORE Bank - Dead
American Chartered Bank - Dead
MB Financial - Dead

I *AM* the bearer of the Single Greatest Thread ever.

I think you're the killer of financial institutions.

Yeah, I'm sensing a trend here. Chuck is Dr. Death, but for banks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:08:44 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

Unless you believe ERA is the be-all end-all he's been very bad for most of the year. A 4.64 FIP is bad, a 1.620 WHIP is bad, they're 3-6 in games he's pitched in because even if he personally doesn't allow that many runs he hasn't gone deeper than 5 1/3rd in any of his starts in the last month and that puts tremendous strain on the bullpen.

As far as fifth starters go he's definitely capable of being a very good one if his walk rate regresses back to his career average (which is still bad, but workable with his stuff), but if he keeps the walk rate where it's been this year he's probably going to have more games like last night because it's hard to write off his 3% HR/FB rate entering last night as anything more than good luck and he's going to keep giving up more 3 run bombs if he walks two guys every inning.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:27:19 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

sorry I mean YOU ENTITLED FUCK. YOU UNGRATEFUL SWINE. CAN YOU FUCKERS NOT ENJOY ANYTHING? YOU LIVED THROUGH RUBEN QUEVEDO AND YOU WANT TO COMPLAIN BECAUSE TYLER CHATWOOD HANDS OUT SOME FREE PASSES ON THE WAY TO BEING THE FIFTH STARTER THAT ANDREW LORRAINE ONLY DREAMED OF? THE YEARS WE SUFFERED AND YOU GODDAMN BABIES CAN'T DEAL WITH A FEW UGLY OUTINGS FROM A GUY THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN JIM LEFEBVRE'S ACE?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 08:55:53 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:27:19 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

sorry I mean YOU ENTITLED FUCK. YOU UNGRATEFUL SWINE. CAN YOU FUCKERS NOT ENJOY ANYTHING? YOU LIVED THROUGH RUBEN QUEVEDO AND YOU WANT TO COMPLAIN BECAUSE TYLER CHATWOOD HANDS OUT SOME FREE PASSES ON THE WAY TO BEING THE FIFTH STARTER THAT ANDREW LORRAINE ONLY DREAMED OF? THE YEARS WE SUFFERED AND YOU GODDAMN BABIES CAN'T DEAL WITH A FEW UGLY OUTINGS FROM A GUY THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN JIM LEFEBVRE'S ACE?

Ha.  Well played.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on May 23, 2018, 08:58:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:08:44 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

Unless you believe ERA is the be-all end-all he's been very bad for most of the year. A 4.64 FIP is bad, a 1.620 WHIP is bad, they're 3-6 in games he's pitched in because even if he personally doesn't allow that many runs he hasn't gone deeper than 5 1/3rd in any of his starts in the last month and that puts tremendous strain on the bullpen.

As far as fifth starters go he's definitely capable of being a very good one if his walk rate regresses back to his career average (which is still bad, but workable with his stuff), but if he keeps the walk rate where it's been this year he's probably going to have more games like last night because it's hard to write off his 3% HR/FB rate entering last night as anything more than good luck and he's going to keep giving up more 3 run bombs if he walks two guys every inning.

I don't want to make it a habit of agreeing with SKO about such things and I think the idea that he's 'only' averaged 5.3 IP per start is, well, not bad for a 5th starter (the issue is that Darvish and Q are averaging  5 and ~5.3 per, respectively) but I'm going to agree with SKO here.

Fangraphs also agrees (https://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/checking-in-on-tyler-chatwood/).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 23, 2018, 09:03:49 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 23, 2018, 08:58:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:08:44 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

Unless you believe ERA is the be-all end-all he's been very bad for most of the year. A 4.64 FIP is bad, a 1.620 WHIP is bad, they're 3-6 in games he's pitched in because even if he personally doesn't allow that many runs he hasn't gone deeper than 5 1/3rd in any of his starts in the last month and that puts tremendous strain on the bullpen.

As far as fifth starters go he's definitely capable of being a very good one if his walk rate regresses back to his career average (which is still bad, but workable with his stuff), but if he keeps the walk rate where it's been this year he's probably going to have more games like last night because it's hard to write off his 3% HR/FB rate entering last night as anything more than good luck and he's going to keep giving up more 3 run bombs if he walks two guys every inning.

I don't want to make it a habit of agreeing with SKO about such things and I think the idea that he's 'only' averaged 5.3 IP per start is, well, not bad for a 5th starter (the issue is that Darvish and Q are averaging  5 and ~5.3 per, respectively) but I'm going to agree with SKO here.

Fangraphs also agrees (https://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/checking-in-on-tyler-chatwood/).

Honestly Tyler Chatwood is low on my list of complaints about the 2018 Cubs. He could definitely rise if his walk rate doesn't go back down to where it usually is for his career but assuming he simply can't keep walking 8 guys per 9 he should go back to being a perfectly acceptable 5. If that walk rate doesn't positively regress than whooo boy. That said even when he's "on" his starts are undoubtedly aggravating as hell because it's just not fun to watch a dude walk that many guys. As long as Quintana/Darvish look like the guys they were in their last starts and the rest of the rotation end up being who they were supposed to be most of my actual long term concerns about this team will have vanished and everything should end up fine. I like this team a lot over the course of a full season if they're going to get close to normal seasons from Quintana and Darvish. If those two were actually broken this rotation becomes ordinary and the team becomes vulnerable.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2018, 09:09:44 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 09:03:49 AM
Quote from: Oleg on May 23, 2018, 08:58:43 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:08:44 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

Unless you believe ERA is the be-all end-all he's been very bad for most of the year. A 4.64 FIP is bad, a 1.620 WHIP is bad, they're 3-6 in games he's pitched in because even if he personally doesn't allow that many runs he hasn't gone deeper than 5 1/3rd in any of his starts in the last month and that puts tremendous strain on the bullpen.

As far as fifth starters go he's definitely capable of being a very good one if his walk rate regresses back to his career average (which is still bad, but workable with his stuff), but if he keeps the walk rate where it's been this year he's probably going to have more games like last night because it's hard to write off his 3% HR/FB rate entering last night as anything more than good luck and he's going to keep giving up more 3 run bombs if he walks two guys every inning.

I don't want to make it a habit of agreeing with SKO about such things and I think the idea that he's 'only' averaged 5.3 IP per start is, well, not bad for a 5th starter (the issue is that Darvish and Q are averaging  5 and ~5.3 per, respectively) but I'm going to agree with SKO here.

Fangraphs also agrees (https://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/checking-in-on-tyler-chatwood/).

Honestly Tyler Chatwood is low on my list of complaints about the 2018 Cubs. He could definitely rise if his walk rate doesn't go back down to where it usually is for his career but assuming he simply can't keep walking 8 guys per 9 he should go back to being a perfectly acceptable 5. If that walk rate doesn't positively regress than whooo boy. That said even when he's "on" his starts are undoubtedly aggravating as hell because it's just not fun to watch a dude walk that many guys. As long as Quintana/Darvish look like the guys they were in their last starts and the rest of the rotation end up being who they were supposed to be most of my actual long term concerns about this team will have vanished and everything should end up fine. I like this team a lot over the course of a full season if they're going to get close to normal seasons from Quintana and Darvish. If those two were actually broken this rotation becomes ordinary and the team becomes vulnerable.

Thanks to both of you for your statfaggotry.

My only contribution was I heard that Chatwood was the first pitcher since Zambrano with 6 straight starts, going 5 innings, and allowing fewer than four hits or some shit like that.  Could be some weird, fluky statistic (evidenced by the additional fact that Z was the first-ever Cub to do this or something)   

Effectively wild, and probably not due to last, and it certainly came crashing down on him last night, and if it keeps up I'll be having Eddie Butler v.2017 malaise flashbacks.  But fuckall, he's the 5th starter, you fucks.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2018, 09:13:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:27:19 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

sorry I mean YOU ENTITLED FUCK. YOU UNGRATEFUL SWINE. CAN YOU FUCKERS NOT ENJOY ANYTHING? YOU LIVED THROUGH RUBEN QUEVEDO AND YOU WANT TO COMPLAIN BECAUSE TYLER CHATWOOD HANDS OUT SOME FREE PASSES ON THE WAY TO BEING THE FIFTH STARTER THAT ANDREW LORRAINE ONLY DREAMED OF? THE YEARS WE SUFFERED AND YOU GODDAMN BABIES CAN'T DEAL WITH A FEW UGLY OUTINGS FROM A GUY THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN JIM LEFEBVRE'S ACE?

And DPD but SKO IS RIGHT!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on May 23, 2018, 05:39:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

That and it was an attempt at a joke at both Tyler Chatwood's and Chuck Gitles' expense. (And who can't behind that?)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 23, 2018, 07:10:51 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 23, 2018, 05:39:45 PM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

That and it was an attempt at a joke at both Tyler Chatwood's and Chuck Gitles' expense. (And who can't behind that?)

The whole behind?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Brownie on May 23, 2018, 07:17:56 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 23, 2018, 09:13:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:27:19 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

sorry I mean YOU ENTITLED FUCK. YOU UNGRATEFUL SWINE. CAN YOU FUCKERS NOT ENJOY ANYTHING? YOU LIVED THROUGH RUBEN QUEVEDO AND YOU WANT TO COMPLAIN BECAUSE TYLER CHATWOOD HANDS OUT SOME FREE PASSES ON THE WAY TO BEING THE FIFTH STARTER THAT ANDREW LORRAINE ONLY DREAMED OF? THE YEARS WE SUFFERED AND YOU GODDAMN BABIES CAN'T DEAL WITH A FEW UGLY OUTINGS FROM A GUY THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN JIM LEFEBVRE'S ACE?

And DPD but SKO IS RIGHT!

No, it's doubtful Chatwood would be the No. 1 starter in front of Greg Maddux or Mike Morgan.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:21:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 23, 2018, 07:17:56 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 23, 2018, 09:13:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:27:19 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

sorry I mean YOU ENTITLED FUCK. YOU UNGRATEFUL SWINE. CAN YOU FUCKERS NOT ENJOY ANYTHING? YOU LIVED THROUGH RUBEN QUEVEDO AND YOU WANT TO COMPLAIN BECAUSE TYLER CHATWOOD HANDS OUT SOME FREE PASSES ON THE WAY TO BEING THE FIFTH STARTER THAT ANDREW LORRAINE ONLY DREAMED OF? THE YEARS WE SUFFERED AND YOU GODDAMN BABIES CAN'T DEAL WITH A FEW UGLY OUTINGS FROM A GUY THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN JIM LEFEBVRE'S ACE?

I

And DPD but SKO IS RIGHT!

No, it's doubtful Chatwood would be the No. 1 starter in front of Greg Maddux or Mike Morgan.

I confused Treblehorn and Lefebvre and thought Jim was only there for a year, 1993. Morgan wasn't great in 93
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on May 23, 2018, 11:09:50 PM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:21:16 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 23, 2018, 07:17:56 PM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 23, 2018, 09:13:50 AM
Quote from: SKO on May 23, 2018, 08:27:19 AM
Quote from: Tonker on May 23, 2018, 12:32:12 AM
Quote from: Huey Potatohead on May 22, 2018, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: Brownie on May 22, 2018, 07:56:46 PM
Chuck should work  for Tyler Chatwood.

Seems lik a reasonable respons to 1 shitty outing from our #5 starter.

I mean, yes, it's an overreaction... but it's also been more than one shitty outing.  The dude has walked 34 guys in 43 IP.

sorry I mean YOU ENTITLED FUCK. YOU UNGRATEFUL SWINE. CAN YOU FUCKERS NOT ENJOY ANYTHING? YOU LIVED THROUGH RUBEN QUEVEDO AND YOU WANT TO COMPLAIN BECAUSE TYLER CHATWOOD HANDS OUT SOME FREE PASSES ON THE WAY TO BEING THE FIFTH STARTER THAT ANDREW LORRAINE ONLY DREAMED OF? THE YEARS WE SUFFERED AND YOU GODDAMN BABIES CAN'T DEAL WITH A FEW UGLY OUTINGS FROM A GUY THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN JIM LEFEBVRE'S ACE?

I

And DPD but SKO IS RIGHT!

No, it's doubtful Chatwood would be the No. 1 starter in front of Greg Maddux or Mike Morgan.

I confused Treblehorn and Lefebvre and thought Jim was only there for a year, 1993. Morgan wasn't great in 93

'92.  He began to seriously regress in '93 and by Opening Day '94 (Firehouse Tim's only year as manager) he couldn't even be trusted when staked to 3 Tuffy Rhodes homeruns.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 12, 2018, 01:43:05 PM
Marian Hossa.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on July 27, 2018, 11:19:27 AM
EDDIE BUTTHOLE (https://twitter.com/Cubs/status/1022878252891860992)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on July 27, 2018, 05:36:10 PM
Quote from: morpheus on July 27, 2018, 11:19:27 AM
EDDIE BUTTHOLE (https://twitter.com/Cubs/status/1022878252891860992)

We'll always have that time he, uh, threw lots of extra innings against the butt Marlins and they still lost.  I'll never forget Teddy Barnhart.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on August 30, 2018, 04:07:49 PM
Chris Gimenez. (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/08/cubs-acquire-bobby-wilson-from-twins-for-chris-gimenez.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on August 30, 2018, 06:11:15 PM
Quote from: morpheus on August 30, 2018, 04:07:49 PM
Chris Gimenez. (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/08/cubs-acquire-bobby-wilson-from-twins-for-chris-gimenez.html)

This is all Yu Darvish's fault.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on September 03, 2018, 06:19:40 PM
Luke Farrell. (https://twitter.com/Angels/status/1036744091969708037)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on September 04, 2018, 11:45:34 AM
Rahm Emmanuel
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on September 23, 2018, 04:29:47 PM
Suck it, Harrelson.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on September 23, 2018, 10:33:15 PM
I knew why this thread was bumped before I clicked.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on October 11, 2018, 06:51:30 PM
Chili Davis.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on October 11, 2018, 07:54:21 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on October 11, 2018, 06:51:30 PM
Chili Davis.

He touched a lot of people (and made them weakly ground out into the shift)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 12, 2018, 08:31:25 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on October 11, 2018, 07:54:21 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on October 11, 2018, 06:51:30 PM
Chili Davis.

He touched a lot of people (and made them weakly ground out into the shift)

Who knew a guy who preached line drive hitting wouldn't be a good fit for a lineup of launch angle guys?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: SKO on October 12, 2018, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 12, 2018, 08:31:25 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on October 11, 2018, 07:54:21 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on October 11, 2018, 06:51:30 PM
Chili Davis.

He touched a lot of people (and made them weakly ground out into the shift)

Who knew a guy who preached line drive hitting wouldn't be a good fit for a lineup of launch angle guys?

Not you, apparently

Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on October 12, 2018, 12:53:37 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 12, 2018, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 12, 2018, 08:31:25 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on October 11, 2018, 07:54:21 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on October 11, 2018, 06:51:30 PM
Chili Davis.

He touched a lot of people (and made them weakly ground out into the shift)

Who knew a guy who preached line drive hitting wouldn't be a good fit for a lineup of launch angle guys?

Not you, apparently

Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.

I just fired my secretary for patching Theo's call through last winter.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on October 12, 2018, 02:35:33 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 12, 2018, 11:44:40 AM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 12, 2018, 08:31:25 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on October 11, 2018, 07:54:21 PM
Quote from: Canadouche on October 11, 2018, 06:51:30 PM
Chili Davis.

He touched a lot of people (and made them weakly ground out into the shift)

Who knew a guy who preached line drive hitting wouldn't be a good fit for a lineup of launch angle guys?

Not you, apparently

Quote from: Quality Start Machine on October 26, 2017, 01:49:52 PM
Quote from: SKO on October 26, 2017, 12:34:48 PM
Gary Jones and John Mallee, the Heyward Whisperer.

Chili Davis did a good job in Boston. Last year the Red Sox had 200 fewer Ks than the Cubs.

This was a premium-grade serve.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on October 12, 2018, 08:06:15 PM
Weezer's understanding of the purpose of this thread.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 20, 2018, 04:50:33 PM
Jim Hickey
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 20, 2018, 04:58:27 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 20, 2018, 04:50:33 PM
Jim Hickey

What a surprise, said no one.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 21, 2018, 09:36:21 AM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on November 20, 2018, 04:58:27 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 20, 2018, 04:50:33 PM
Jim Hickey

What a surprise, said no one.

Next, we can be similarly unsurprised when Doug Brocail joins the coaching staff.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on November 26, 2018, 09:35:18 AM
Nick Schmaltz. (https://www.prohockeyrumors.com/2018/11/nick-schmaltz-traded-to-arizona-coyotes.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 27, 2018, 02:28:35 PM
Jesse Chavez (https://sportsday.dallasnews.com/texas-rangers/rangers/2018/11/27/report-rangers-agree-deal-rhp-jesse-chavez).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 27, 2018, 08:24:07 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 27, 2018, 02:28:35 PM
Jesse Chavez (https://sportsday.dallasnews.com/texas-rangers/rangers/2018/11/27/report-rangers-agree-deal-rhp-jesse-chavez).

It's more fun to trade for him anyway.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on November 29, 2018, 03:11:27 PM
Tommy La Stella. (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2018/11/cubs-trade-tommy-la-stella-angels.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on December 03, 2018, 05:53:32 PM
Fred Hoiberg.  (http://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/25441889/chicago-bulls-fire-head-coach-fred-hoiberg-5-19-start-season)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 06, 2018, 09:45:21 AM
Justin Hancock (https://twitter.com/jhanz22/status/1070371352992014336)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 07, 2018, 01:43:10 AM
Luis Valbuena (https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/Former-Astros-infielder-Luis-Valbuena-dies-in-car-13449049.php)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 07, 2018, 02:31:11 AM
Quote from: Tonker on December 07, 2018, 01:43:10 AM
Luis Valbuena (https://www.chron.com/sports/astros/article/Former-Astros-infielder-Luis-Valbuena-dies-in-car-13449049.php)

Last five: signed elsewhere, traded, fired, signed elsewhere, Oscar Taveras tribute. One of these does not belong. MODS!!!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Shooter on December 11, 2018, 07:20:32 PM
Brandon Hyde (https://larrybrownsports.com/baseball/orioles-to-hire-brandon-hyde-as-new-manager/476493)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on December 11, 2018, 07:25:07 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 11, 2018, 07:20:32 PM
Brandon Hyde (https://larrybrownsports.com/baseball/orioles-to-hire-brandon-hyde-as-new-manager/476493)

Good for him but what a mess that team is.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 12, 2018, 08:56:18 AM
Quote from: Shooter on December 11, 2018, 07:20:32 PM
Brandon Hyde (https://larrybrownsports.com/baseball/orioles-to-hire-brandon-hyde-as-new-manager/476493)

Hello, bench coach David Ross.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on December 18, 2018, 09:10:44 AM
Quote from: flannj on December 11, 2018, 07:25:07 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 11, 2018, 07:20:32 PM
Brandon Hyde (https://larrybrownsports.com/baseball/orioles-to-hire-brandon-hyde-as-new-manager/476493)

Good for him but what a mess that team is.

Why is it a mess?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on December 18, 2018, 11:55:16 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 18, 2018, 09:10:44 AM
Quote from: flannj on December 11, 2018, 07:25:07 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 11, 2018, 07:20:32 PM
Brandon Hyde (https://larrybrownsports.com/baseball/orioles-to-hire-brandon-hyde-as-new-manager/476493)

Good for him but what a mess that team is.

Why is it a mess?

QuoteThe 2018 Baltimore Orioles season was the 118th season in Baltimore Orioles franchise history, the 65th in Baltimore, and the 27th at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Orioles were mathematically eliminated from the playoff contention with their 82nd loss to the Boston Red Sox in a double header on August 11.[1][2] They suffered their 100th loss of the season on September 7 against the Tampa Bay Rays, the first time they have done so since 1988. On September 17, 2018, they lost 5–0 against the Toronto Blue Jays, suffering their 107th loss and tying the 1988 Baltimore Orioles for the most losses in a single season. The following day they lost 6–4 to the Toronto Blue Jays to set a new franchise record with their 108th loss and posting their worst record in franchise history. On September 22, 2018, they reached the 110 loss mark with a 3–2 loss to the New York Yankees. On September 26, 2018, they lost the first game of a doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox to set a new overall franchise record with their 112th loss; the previous worst mark was 43–111 (.279) in 1939, when they were known as the St. Louis Browns. They finished the season in last place in the AL East for the second straight year with a record of 47–115.

With their 113th loss coming via a 2–1 defeat to the Houston Astros on September 28, 2018, the Orioles failed to reach 50 wins, the first team to do so since the Detroit Tigers in 2003 who went 43-119 (.265). This loss also ensured that the Orioles lost the season series against all AL teams.

Other notable moments included:

Alex Cobb finishing at 5–15 with a 4.90 ERA and an 0-7 record at home (and just one start at home in which the Orioles won) in the first year of a four-year $57 million deal, arguably the biggest offseason pickup for the Orioles[3]
Andrew Cashner, another notable offseason pickup, going 4–15 with a 5.29 ERA in the first year of a two-year $16 million deal
Chris Davis batting just .168 (the worst batting average in MLB history) with just a .243 OBP and -3.2 WAR in the third year of a seven-year $161 million no-trade contract[4]
Getting shutout 15 times
Yielding 10 or more runs 20 times
Going just 23–53 against AL East competition (including 0–10 against the Blue Jays ((Rogers Centre)) in Toronto)
Winning a total of just 9 series (just 2 on the road ((Coincidentally, both of these series were in New York, against the Yankees in April and Mets in June)))
Sweeping just 2 series the entire season (once against the Blue Jays at home, once against the Mets on the road)
Sweeping just a single 3-game series (against the Blue Jays at home)
Getting swept in 21 series
Finished 61 games behind the AL East-leading Boston Red Sox (first team to be behind 60+ games behind in their division since the 1962 Mets) and 50 games behind the 2nd wild card-holder Oakland Athletics
Going just 3-16 versus the division champion Red Sox and 5-14 against the fourth-place Blue Jays
Trading away Manny Machado (Dodgers), Zach Britton (Yankees), Jonathan Schoop (Brewers), Darren O'Day (Braves), Kevin Gausman (Braves), and Brad Brach (Braves) midseason.
On October 3, 2018, it was announced that manager Buck Showalter would not be re-signed by the organization in any capacity, ending his 9 year tenure with the Orioles.[5] General Manager Dan Duquette was also relieved of his duties on the same day.[6]

Seams somewhat messy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on December 18, 2018, 12:20:57 PM
You could have just posted this (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Baltimore+Orioles+mess).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: flannj on December 18, 2018, 03:14:40 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on December 18, 2018, 12:20:57 PM
You could have just posted this (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Baltimore+Orioles+mess).

I'm old and feel a need to explain things.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Oleg on December 19, 2018, 08:28:46 AM
Quote from: flannj on December 18, 2018, 11:55:16 AM
Quote from: Oleg on December 18, 2018, 09:10:44 AM
Quote from: flannj on December 11, 2018, 07:25:07 PM
Quote from: Shooter on December 11, 2018, 07:20:32 PM
Brandon Hyde (https://larrybrownsports.com/baseball/orioles-to-hire-brandon-hyde-as-new-manager/476493)

Good for him but what a mess that team is.

Why is it a mess?

QuoteThe 2018 Baltimore Orioles season was the 118th season in Baltimore Orioles franchise history, the 65th in Baltimore, and the 27th at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The Orioles were mathematically eliminated from the playoff contention with their 82nd loss to the Boston Red Sox in a double header on August 11.[1][2] They suffered their 100th loss of the season on September 7 against the Tampa Bay Rays, the first time they have done so since 1988. On September 17, 2018, they lost 5–0 against the Toronto Blue Jays, suffering their 107th loss and tying the 1988 Baltimore Orioles for the most losses in a single season. The following day they lost 6–4 to the Toronto Blue Jays to set a new franchise record with their 108th loss and posting their worst record in franchise history. On September 22, 2018, they reached the 110 loss mark with a 3–2 loss to the New York Yankees. On September 26, 2018, they lost the first game of a doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox to set a new overall franchise record with their 112th loss; the previous worst mark was 43–111 (.279) in 1939, when they were known as the St. Louis Browns. They finished the season in last place in the AL East for the second straight year with a record of 47–115.

With their 113th loss coming via a 2–1 defeat to the Houston Astros on September 28, 2018, the Orioles failed to reach 50 wins, the first team to do so since the Detroit Tigers in 2003 who went 43-119 (.265). This loss also ensured that the Orioles lost the season series against all AL teams.

Other notable moments included:

Alex Cobb finishing at 5–15 with a 4.90 ERA and an 0-7 record at home (and just one start at home in which the Orioles won) in the first year of a four-year $57 million deal, arguably the biggest offseason pickup for the Orioles[3]
Andrew Cashner, another notable offseason pickup, going 4–15 with a 5.29 ERA in the first year of a two-year $16 million deal
Chris Davis batting just .168 (the worst batting average in MLB history) with just a .243 OBP and -3.2 WAR in the third year of a seven-year $161 million no-trade contract[4]
Getting shutout 15 times
Yielding 10 or more runs 20 times
Going just 23–53 against AL East competition (including 0–10 against the Blue Jays ((Rogers Centre)) in Toronto)
Winning a total of just 9 series (just 2 on the road ((Coincidentally, both of these series were in New York, against the Yankees in April and Mets in June)))
Sweeping just 2 series the entire season (once against the Blue Jays at home, once against the Mets on the road)
Sweeping just a single 3-game series (against the Blue Jays at home)
Getting swept in 21 series
Finished 61 games behind the AL East-leading Boston Red Sox (first team to be behind 60+ games behind in their division since the 1962 Mets) and 50 games behind the 2nd wild card-holder Oakland Athletics
Going just 3-16 versus the division champion Red Sox and 5-14 against the fourth-place Blue Jays
Trading away Manny Machado (Dodgers), Zach Britton (Yankees), Jonathan Schoop (Brewers), Darren O'Day (Braves), Kevin Gausman (Braves), and Brad Brach (Braves) midseason.
On October 3, 2018, it was announced that manager Buck Showalter would not be re-signed by the organization in any capacity, ending his 9 year tenure with the Orioles.[5] General Manager Dan Duquette was also relieved of his duties on the same day.[6]

Seams somewhat messy.

Oh...you meant the Orioles.  Yeah...just posting "Chris Davis contract" would have gotten the job done.  I misinterpreted and thought you were making a comment about the Cubs being a mess.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on December 20, 2018, 07:31:05 PM
Daniel Murphy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 26, 2018, 09:29:50 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on December 20, 2018, 07:31:05 PM
Daniel Murphy.

Colorado must have forgotten the NL didn't adopt the DH.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 09, 2019, 11:32:39 AM
Vic Fangio (https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-spt-bears-vic-fangio-broncos-head-coach-20190109-story.html)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 09, 2019, 05:56:35 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 09, 2019, 11:32:39 AM
Vic Fangio (https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-spt-bears-vic-fangio-broncos-head-coach-20190109-story.html)
He could have at least taken Parkey with him.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on January 10, 2019, 09:14:42 AM
Quote from: CBStew on January 09, 2019, 05:56:35 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 09, 2019, 11:32:39 AM
Vic Fangio (https://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/football/bears/ct-spt-bears-vic-fangio-broncos-head-coach-20190109-story.html)
He could have at least taken Parkey with him.


Rather than hijack the Single Greatest Thread.... (http://desipio.com/messageboard/index.php?topic=9486.0)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on January 25, 2019, 12:56:28 PM
Justin Wilson (https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/1088872438245588993).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on January 25, 2019, 01:42:25 PM
Quote from: morpheus on January 25, 2019, 12:56:28 PM
Justin Wilson (https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/1088872438245588993).

Overall I'd say it was a pretty meh era and I'd just as soon have Jeimer Candelario back, hindsight and all...
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on January 26, 2019, 12:44:46 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on January 25, 2019, 01:42:25 PM
Quote from: morpheus on January 25, 2019, 12:56:28 PM
Justin Wilson (https://twitter.com/Ken_Rosenthal/status/1088872438245588993).

Overall I'd say it was a pretty meh era and I'd just as soon have Jeimer Candelario back, hindsight and all...

And give up all these wonderful Alex Avila memories? No way, Jose.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 26, 2019, 08:56:14 AM
Rob Zastryzny
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on March 29, 2019, 10:56:16 AM
Jordan Howard (https://www.nbcsports.com/chicago/bears/bears-make-winning-deal-sending-jordan-howard-eagles-through-chicago-philly-pipeline).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: morpheus on April 11, 2019, 04:36:28 PM
Jen-Ho Tseng. (https://twitter.com/GDubCub/status/1116452474573991950)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on April 11, 2019, 11:12:09 PM
Quote from: morpheus on April 11, 2019, 04:36:28 PM
Jen-Ho Tseng. (https://twitter.com/GDubCub/status/1116452474573991950)

I'm gonna miss... whatever it is he did.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on April 12, 2019, 12:02:26 PM
Quote from: Saul Goodman on April 11, 2019, 11:12:09 PM
Quote from: morpheus on April 11, 2019, 04:36:28 PM
Jen-Ho Tseng. (https://twitter.com/GDubCub/status/1116452474573991950)

I'm gonna miss... whatever it is he did.

Does anyone else think that Gordon Wittenmeyer and Zak Galafinakis are the same person?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 09, 2019, 10:18:03 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).

You got receipts on this?
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Bort on May 09, 2019, 11:25:27 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 09, 2019, 10:18:03 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).

You got receipts on this?

Cindy Sandberg Outlasts Another One
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on May 09, 2019, 11:40:50 AM
Quote from: Bort on May 09, 2019, 11:25:27 AM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 09, 2019, 10:18:03 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).

You got receipts on this?

Cindy Sandberg Outlasts Another One

Let's see if she starts showing up at Nationals games.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on May 09, 2019, 12:51:14 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 09, 2019, 10:18:03 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).

You got receipts on this?

This.

But what does it mean for BENNY! BENNY! BENNY AND THE JETS!
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 03:17:51 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 09, 2019, 10:18:03 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).

You got receipts on this?

I'm probably jumping the gun, but there seems to be something going on there. Hope I'm wrong.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on May 15, 2019, 11:32:47 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 03:17:51 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 09, 2019, 10:18:03 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).

You got receipts on this?

I'm probably jumping the gun, but there seems to be something going on there. Hope I'm wrong.

So, yeah....you're not.  (http://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/26754131/cubs-zobrist-remains-leave-amid-divorce)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on May 15, 2019, 03:07:08 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 15, 2019, 11:32:47 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 03:17:51 PM
Quote from: PenFoe on May 09, 2019, 10:18:03 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on May 09, 2019, 06:24:06 AM
Ben Zobrist's marriage (apparently).

You got receipts on this?

I'm probably jumping the gun, but there seems to be something going on there. Hope I'm wrong.

So, yeah....you're not.  (http://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/26754131/cubs-zobrist-remains-leave-amid-divorce)

Someone smarter than me once told me that divorce is always good news, because no happy marriage ends in divorce. Hopefully Zo returns and is able to focus on baseball. The Cubs are better when he's there and has his head in the game.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 16, 2019, 09:39:11 AM
Mike Montgomery
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: thehawk on August 01, 2019, 10:38:01 AM
Carl C.J. the Stringbean Slinger Edwards.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: PenFoe on August 01, 2019, 10:46:01 AM
Quote from: thehawk on August 01, 2019, 10:38:01 AM
Carl C.J. the Stringbean Slinger Edwards.

This is not how I was hoping this story would end.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: pisomojado8 on August 01, 2019, 07:27:28 PM
Martin Maldonado, who was about as useful as Candy Maldonado
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 02, 2019, 01:25:19 PM
Quote from: pisomojado8 on August 01, 2019, 07:27:28 PM
Martin Maldonado, who was about as useful as Candy Maldonado

Shut up Paul, you're a douche.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: World's #1 Astros Fan on August 08, 2019, 02:21:01 PM
Quote from: thehawk on August 01, 2019, 10:38:01 AM
Carl C.J. the Stringbean Slinger Edwards.

The Death of CJ Edwards--A Play in 3 Acts

Act I: Called upon to get the  final out of the 2016 World Series, (https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CLE/CLE201611020.shtml) Edwards starts off strong, striking out Mike Napoli & getting Jose Ramirez on a groundout to short. However, w/1 out to go & w/a  2-run lead, Carl mystifyingly--though, in retrospect unsurprisingly--walks Brandon Guyer who takes 2nd base & then scores on Rajai Davis' single, which is the last pitch CJ Edwards throws, 1 out shy from being more memorialized than he turned out to be.

Act II: Edwards spends the entire '17 season on the roster & is downright filthy in the first half. But in July & August he starts blowing up w/a bit more frequency. Still, he seems to settle down in September.  He finishes the year with a solid 2.98 ERA & 1.01 WHIP & appears ready for a bigger role in the playoffs. In  Game 3 the NLCS vs. Los Angeles (https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN201710170.shtml), w/the Cubs facing a must-win, down 2-zip in the series, they trail 3-1 in the 6th inning. Looking for any hope to stay alive, Edwards comes in to relieve starter Kyle Hendricks, w/runners on 1st & 2nd. He gets a groundout & then, after a walk to load the bases, induces Joc Pederson to hit one to RF that's too shallow to drive the run in. Out of the inning, right? I mean Yu Darvish is on deck! The Cubs might come back and make a series out of this just yet!

Instead, Carl   issues a 4-pitch RBI bases-loaded walk to Darvish (https://www.mlb.com/cut4/yu-darvish-drew-a-bases-loaded-walk/c-258882730), effectively ending the game, the series & the season.

ACT III: Carl once more has a pretty decent season on balance. The hope is that Carl has overcome his struggles and is finally ready to take it to the level we've all expected.  He's sporting a 2.20 ERA heading into a  Labor Day matchup  (https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/MIL/MIL201809030.shtml)with the suddenly--annoying Brewers.  The first-place Cubs, with a 5 game lead, have a chance to put the division away.  It doesn't look good when Human Straw Wrapper Craig Counsell brings Josh Hader into the game to begin the 6th inning to face Anthony Rizzo while protecting a 2-1 lead.  Hader retires Rizzo & then continues to retire the next 5 batters before issuing a walk to Ian Happ to lead off the 8th. Hader then strikes out the next two before facing Rizzo for the second time in the game.  This time, Rizzo stuns everyone in the airport hangar that is Miller Park by becoming the first left-handed hitter to homer off Hader when he slams one over the wall for a lead-changing 2-run homer.  Holy shit, the Cubs are going to be up 6 games.

How does the next inning go? When the Cubs absolutely need to close out a game & start shoveling some dirt on Milwaukee? Well I'm glad you asked. Carl comes in and falls behind 3-1 to 74 year old Curtis Granderson before Granderson singles. CEJ gives up another single before amazingly striking out eventual MVP Christian Yellich & then noted Fat Guy Jesus Aguilar. He's going to escape, right? Nope, Carl celebrates his 2 K's by walking Ryan Braun & Mike Moustakis (the latter on 4 pitches), thus giving up the lead. The Cubs eventually lose the game in the 9th, & the Brewers end the day only 4 back (instead of 6). Many idiots like to bemoan any tough loss as the one "that you'll remember in September" which is utter bullshit, as these people ungraciously choose to ignore unlikely lead-changing walk off grand slams by  Jason Heyward  (https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN201806060.shtml)and  David Bote (https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN201808120.shtml) (as well as several other  (https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/SDN/SDN201807130.shtml)unlikely  comebacks (https://www.baseball-reference.com/boxes/CHN/CHN201807260.shtml)). However, considering that the Cubs literally ended up in a tie w/Milwaukee--and at the time this game was played they had a real chance to effectively end it--it's hard to not point the finger to this 1 game as the one that cost them, which means the finger is pointed squarely at Carl.

I didn't read too much into the World Series game since the Cubs won, but in retrospect it was telling. Yes, credit to him for getting the first 2 outs, but walking the next hitter with a 2-run lead really seems to have been par for the course for Carl in big moments, as things played. I wonder how his career would have gone had he only been able to go 3 up and 3 down like it looked like he was about to before suffering his first of 3 insanely critical tub-shittings. So long, Carl, I'm glad you got those outs & helped the Cubs finally win it all but boy were you ultimately a goddamn disappointment.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: numbers man on August 09, 2019, 12:13:32 PM
Great summary, painful reading though.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on August 09, 2019, 03:45:56 PM
Quote from: numbers man on August 09, 2019, 12:13:32 PM
Great summary, painful reading though.

Shut up Paul, you're a douche.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Saul Goodman on September 29, 2019, 02:05:51 PM
Joe Maddon
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Armchair_QB on October 01, 2019, 10:22:58 PM
The Brewers
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: numbers man on October 06, 2019, 09:56:38 PM
The Brewers R.I.P.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2019, 10:21:07 AM
Lester Strode (https://www.espn.com/espn/now?nowId=21-41083899-4)
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on November 06, 2019, 12:40:58 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2019, 10:21:07 AM
Lester Strode (https://www.espn.com/espn/now?nowId=21-41083899-4)
When bullpen coaches start to pitch set-up innings or closing I will get interested in "news" such as this.  Now, if the article was about Woody Strode then I would pay attention.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2019, 01:57:17 PM
Quote from: CBStew on November 06, 2019, 12:40:58 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2019, 10:21:07 AM
Lester Strode (https://www.espn.com/espn/now?nowId=21-41083899-4)
When bullpen coaches start to pitch set-up innings or closing I will get interested in "news" such as this.  Now, if the article was about Woody Strode then I would pay attention.

I mean, he is the guy who says, "Yeah, he's ready" when the bullpen phone rings.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on November 06, 2019, 05:34:44 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2019, 01:57:17 PM
Quote from: CBStew on November 06, 2019, 12:40:58 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on November 06, 2019, 10:21:07 AM
Lester Strode (https://www.espn.com/espn/now?nowId=21-41083899-4)
When bullpen coaches start to pitch set-up innings or closing I will get interested in "news" such as this.  Now, if the article was about Woody Strode then I would pay attention.

I mean, he is the guy who says, "Yeah, he's ready" when the bullpen phone rings.
He also keeps up the supply of sunflower seeds and on occasions orders the pizza.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BigDrinky on November 15, 2019, 03:22:06 PM
This is going to impact local binder supply shops.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tinker to Evers to Chance on December 02, 2019, 05:59:11 PM
Addison Russell.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 03, 2019, 08:46:40 AM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on December 02, 2019, 05:59:11 PM
Addison Russell.

The Astros can pick him up so they can have a new trash can to bang their bats on.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on December 03, 2019, 07:34:38 PM
Quote from: Tinker to Evers to Chance on December 02, 2019, 05:59:11 PM
Addison Russell.

So long, fuckface.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on December 04, 2019, 03:28:36 PM
Cole Hamels off to the Braves to start Hot Dadlanta.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on December 05, 2019, 02:14:33 PM
Colbert Hamels.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 06, 2020, 04:25:21 PM
Kyle Long (https://sports.yahoo.com/3-time-pro-bowl-bears-lineman-kyle-long-announces-surprise-retirement-at-31-041926094.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJ12ROhoiMRCXBjkJwYf1IUPIke-P41RtY86OM_1iegEduZA67rWGUb_3YaTaB5s9VAm5JDhQWP_Q7VVrSIzNjBJ99N3jf_FZrodj-tL1y3CrelH3GfwvoorUy6rIAKLyqIrDj2EHP9uefVxdHffaoa-j8yL8nv5r-nk2TnRFLpw).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 13, 2020, 02:39:29 PM
Tony Kemp (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2020/01/cubs-trade-tony-kemp-athletics.html).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 13, 2020, 03:24:55 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 13, 2020, 02:39:29 PM
Tony Kemp (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2020/01/cubs-trade-tony-kemp-athletics.html).

Too bad. He was one of the greatest Cubs in history.  We will never forget his legacy.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 21, 2020, 08:56:47 AM
Quote from: CBStew on January 13, 2020, 03:24:55 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 13, 2020, 02:39:29 PM
Tony Kemp (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2020/01/cubs-trade-tony-kemp-athletics.html).

Too bad. He was one of the greatest Cubs in history.  We will never forget his legacy.

Leave it to Epstink to get the one guy on the Astros who wasn't stealing signs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 23, 2020, 01:58:55 PM
Taylor Davis (https://www.mlbtraderumors.com/2020/01/orioles-sign-brady-rodgers-taylor-davis.html).
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 27, 2020, 08:46:41 AM
Nick Castellanos.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 27, 2020, 02:00:23 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 27, 2020, 08:46:41 AM
Nick Castellanos.
The Cubs let Castellanos go and kept Souza.  I guess the front office is allergic to luxury tax.  I think that this is because the team just can't sell enough tickets. 
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 27, 2020, 02:16:40 PM
Brandon Kintzler

https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/28564590/source-marlins-brandon-kintzler-agree-1-year-3-million-deal
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Canadouche on January 29, 2020, 09:21:16 AM
Quote from: CBStew on January 27, 2020, 02:00:23 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 27, 2020, 08:46:41 AM
Nick Castellanos.
The Cubs let Castellanos go and kept Souza.  I guess the front office is allergic to luxury tax.  I think that this is because the team just can't sell enough tickets.

I'm pretty sure selling tickets will be a problem this year. Lots of anecdotal posts on social media about people unexpectedly receiving offers to buy season tickets - sounds to me like people are losing faith and interest.

Such a disappointment - we have the best core that this team has had in many decades, and the front office/ownership is fucking it all up by refusing to shore up the holes. I'm surprised Epstein and Hoyer haven't bailed at this point for a team that actually lets them do their jobs.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on January 30, 2020, 09:06:19 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on January 29, 2020, 09:21:16 AM
Quote from: CBStew on January 27, 2020, 02:00:23 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 27, 2020, 08:46:41 AM
Nick Castellanos.
The Cubs let Castellanos go and kept Souza.  I guess the front office is allergic to luxury tax.  I think that this is because the team just can't sell enough tickets.

I'm pretty sure selling tickets will be a problem this year. Lots of anecdotal posts on social media about people unexpectedly receiving offers to buy season tickets - sounds to me like people are losing faith and interest.

Such a disappointment - we have the best core that this team has had in many decades, and the front office/ownership is fucking it all up by refusing to shore up the holes. I'm surprised Epstein and Hoyer haven't bailed at this point for a team that actually lets them do their jobs.

I'm not expecting that I'll have that many opportunities to spread out.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: CBStew on January 30, 2020, 12:44:41 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 30, 2020, 09:06:19 AM
Quote from: Canadouche on January 29, 2020, 09:21:16 AM
Quote from: CBStew on January 27, 2020, 02:00:23 PM
Quote from: Quality Start Machine on January 27, 2020, 08:46:41 AM
Nick Castellanos.
The Cubs let Castellanos go and kept Souza.  I guess the front office is allergic to luxury tax.  I think that this is because the team just can't sell enough tickets.

I'm pretty sure selling tickets will be a problem this year. Lots of anecdotal posts on social media about people unexpectedly receiving offers to buy season tickets - sounds to me like people are losing faith and interest.

Such a disappointment - we have the best core that this team has had in many decades, and the front office/ownership is fucking it all up by refusing to shore up the holes. I'm surprised Epstein and Hoyer haven't bailed at this point for a team that actually lets them do their jobs.

I'm not expecting that I'll have that many opportunities to spread out.
You have offered up a straight line to which I am too gentlemanly to respond.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on July 23, 2020, 03:12:50 PM
Robel Garcia
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 17, 2020, 11:05:35 AM
Theo Epstein
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 15, 2022, 11:33:58 AM
Jason Heyward
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: BBM on November 15, 2022, 12:04:08 PM
Twitter dot com
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Tonker on November 16, 2022, 01:11:45 AM
Willson Cone-treras. He was no Hank White, but he was pretty good.
Title: Re: Single Greatest Thread Ever
Post by: Quality Start Machine on November 16, 2022, 09:40:51 AM
Quote from: Tonker on November 16, 2022, 01:11:45 AM
Willson Cone-treras. He was no Hank White, but he was pretty good.

And now Kyle Hendricks is the only member of the 2016 team left.
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