Post by: Gary S on October 10, 2003, 11:59:40 PM
2 more wins and they go to the World Series!
Post by: Russ Kidd on October 11, 2003, 01:25:48 AM
Those Cubbies are looking good!!!
The first major league game I ever went to was at Wrigley Field. We lived in Des Plaines, a suburb of Chicago, for a couple of years back in 1956. Those were my Little League years, so I was a baseball fanatic at the time.
I've been a Dodger and Angel fan for a long time here in L.A., but I've always had a soft spot in my heart for the Cubs. What a game that was tonight. The Marlins put up a good fight, but it wasn't enough this time.
Go, Cubs!!!!
Post by: Mrious_be on October 11, 2003, 08:25:15 AM
I'm starting to feel like a real "Bostonian" already
Post by: giantmike on October 11, 2003, 09:34:09 AM
As for the yankees/red sox games, go sox. I can't stand the yankees (the mindset of many people). Did you know the yankees opening day player salary was over $40 million HIGHER than the next high team's? I think $40 million was more than the ENTIRE Brewers palyers salaries.
Post by: Gary S on October 11, 2003, 11:10:23 AM
I grew up in the Berkeley-Hillside area of the western suburbs close to Des Plaines back in the 50's.
I'm still a Cubs fan.
The Marlin's are tough. We'll see what happens tonight.
Post by: Russ Kidd on October 11, 2003, 04:37:23 PM
I'd love to see a Cubs-Red Sox World Series. The two oldest parks in the majors (I think). I'll never forget when the Dodgers traded Pedro Martinez away. He and his brother Ramon were both Dodger pitchers at the time. I always felt Pedro had more potential than Ramon. Pedro was very "raw" at the time, but he had exciting stuff even then.
Mike, I can't stand the Yankees either. They've got a lot of great talent and I respect their ability, but I always feel like they can just buy whatever they want. It's a turn-off. I haven't followed the Marlins much this year, except when they were fighting it out for the wild-card with the Dodgers and others. All I remember is that the Marlins seemed to keep winning and the Dodgers could never gain any ground. Pudge Martinez has been a one-man wrecking crew lately for the Marlins. What a player.
Gary, I'm not familiar with the Berkeley-Hillside area, but I was so young when we were in Des Plaines that I wasn't aware of surrounding towns. The main other town I can remember is Park Ridge. Let's beat those Marlins again today!
Post by: Mrious_be on October 12, 2003, 05:57:32 AM
QUOTE(Russ Kidd @ Oct 11 2003, 11:37 PM)
Mrious_be, what kind of U.S. baseball coverage do you get in Belgium? Is baseball a big sport there?
Actually, and i'm talking Europe in general, it's not a big deal here, and we don't have much (if any) reports on the USA games (where baseball is still big and huge).
But the thing is that Smiley (member on TS) is living in Boston, and she got bitten by the virus cause of her sis and now i got bitten cause of Smiley
Maybe little note: Smiley is my girlfriend, living in Boston and i'm just counting down (no date yet though) to the day i can move over to Boston
So that's why i'm kinda following up i guess
Was just realising, i'm moving from one of the oldest towns in Belgium (Antwerp) the one of the oldes cities in USA (Boston)... what is that? hehehe
Post by: RobW on October 12, 2003, 07:50:36 AM
I'd love to see both in the World Series!
Post by: Gary S on October 12, 2003, 08:18:26 AM
Let me tell you, I'm kind of in disbelief. I never thought I'd see the Cubs in the world series in my lifetime!
It's always been "wait till next year" but they are getting closer. One more win and they are in.
I've always felt that the Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox would be the ultimate world series because neither one has won in so long. i hope Boston can pull it off somehow against the Yankees. I'd settle for the Cubbies and the Yanks though.
I remember a post where I expressed my desire to see the Cubs and Boston in a World Series in my lifetime about a year or so ago but I can't find it by doing a search.
Maybe it will happen!
Post by: Bill on October 12, 2003, 03:20:01 PM
Post by: Bill on October 12, 2003, 06:25:34 PM
Post by: Russ Kidd on October 13, 2003, 01:46:01 AM
On my way to work (I work on Sunday), I heard the first inning and Beckett set the Cubs down in order. Quite a change from the first inning in the other games. Hmmm, I thought to myself, this guy sounds pretty good today. I didn't get a chance to check on the game until it was over. Wow, a 2-hitter.
Can't win 'em all. But 3-2 still looks good. And they're back at Wrigley on Tuesday.
G O___C U B S !!!
Post by: Gregg on October 13, 2003, 12:48:29 PM
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
I've already said this is the Cubs' year.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
I like their chances with Prior going in game 6.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
This will not be a repeat of 1984.
Post by: Gary S on October 13, 2003, 05:29:37 PM
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Beckett did a fine job!
Bill,
He sure pitched a great game for the Marlins!
Almost unhittable.Well we have 2 more games to try and get into the Series and I'm glad Prior and Woods
are ready. The Cubs can use both of them Tuesday night if they need to.....of course they're gonna have to score some runs too.
Wrigley ought to be a mad-house.
As Ernie Banks says, "The Cubs, a pennant they will see, in 2003!"
I made that up. I've been looking for a word to rhyme with 2003 since Spring training!
Post by: Gregg on October 14, 2003, 12:43:45 PM
Post by: Bill on October 14, 2003, 10:53:50 PM
Post by: RobW on October 15, 2003, 05:45:18 AM
Gary, Gregg, Russ--I really do feel your pain. I'm from Philadelphia.
Post by: Gregg on October 15, 2003, 07:48:24 AM
But, it was the turning point in the game. Alou had it. It would have been the second out. One more, and the inning is over, most likely with the Cubs still leading. No wild pitch and walk on the very next pitch. Less tension for Prior to work through. Game over. Cubs win, and move on. I guess it wasn't meant to be.
Tonight, the Cubs will win. That fan will have a potential lifetime burden lifted from his shoulders. He's 26 years old, with alot of living ahead of him. The Cubs have to rally for this guy, to keep him from becoming suicidal! It has to be a Cubs win now.
Post by: Gary S on October 15, 2003, 08:16:58 AM
That error by Gonzo at shortstop didn't help either.
That's how baseball is though. That's why I've always liked it so much. One turn of the screw and things can fall apart pretty darn fast.
One thing I've learned is that until that last out....anything can happen.
I sure hope Woods can pitch a solid game tonight and the Cubs can win the ball game.
If they lose, it will be wait until next year, like it's been all my life as a Cubs fan....so...
I want a win, but if they lose.........I'll be a mess.
Post by: Gregg on October 15, 2003, 12:34:08 PM
The batter is gone instead of drawing a WP walk.
Rodriquez singles, and Pierre (still at second) scores.
Next batter hits grounder to short. Slow catcher on first, who cares how fast the batter is. No need to rush to get two, can't bank the 4th one for the next inning. Gonzo takes his time, flips to second, inning over. Cubs still lead 3-1, and probably go on to win the game.
Tonight is it. Cubs win big.
Post by: Gary S on October 15, 2003, 01:51:03 PM
God, you've got a good memory.
I hope your right for sure.
I'm glad I put that $5000 on the Cubs to win the World Series this Spring in Vegas. At 70 to 1 odds ....well...$305,000 maybe I'll be able to buy a few G5s.
Post by: RobW on October 15, 2003, 01:56:22 PM
QUOTE(Gary S @ Oct 15 2003, 2:51 PM)
...I'm glad I put that $5000 on the Cubs to win the World Series this Spring in Vegas. At 70 to 1 odds ....well...$305,000 maybe I'll be able to buy a few G5s.
Or maybe even have enough to upgrade to Panther.
Good luck tonight!!
Post by: Gary S on October 15, 2003, 10:47:13 PM
I'm a little sad but like us Cubs fans say....We'll get them next year.
The odds were against it going into Chicago up 3-2 and having Prior and Woods pitching (they didn't lose back to back games all year) but..........at least now I don't have to listen to those irritating FOX broadcasters that can't stay silent for 2 seconds.
I forgot to mention—the Marlins played 2 great games in Chicago to finish off the Cubs. They simply played better. They deserve going to play in the World Series. My hat goes off to them.
One question. Why did Baker put in Dave Veres in relief?
Post by: Russ Kidd on October 16, 2003, 02:30:14 AM
Since I work at night, I couldn't follow the last two games closely, but took a look every once in a while at the Webcast at espn.com.
I taped both games, so when I got home last night, I took a look at the fan and the foul ball footage. I still haven't quite decided what I think about it. It was one of the most unfortunate plays I've ever seen.
The fact is, when a ball is hit, everyone looks at the ball, so that's what they were doing. Sure, if they had really been alert, they should have glanced at the players to see if anyone was coming over to try for it. If a foul ball is coming down in the first row, the fans should always allow for the chance that a player might be there to catch it. But even the players themselves sometimes collide, and they're on the same level. If those seats had been at ground level, I bet the fans would have leaned back to let Moises catch it. But being up higher like they were, it looked like they didn't even know he was there. What a sad moment. And talk about a turning point. Man. And I do feel sorry for that kid. He may have to move to Florida.
On the other hand, you have to give the Marlins credit for playing great baseball. They just kept coming back in so many games and wouldn't give up. They're a gutsy team and I admire the way they played. They took advantage of things when they needed to. A great team. But it took a little luck, too (it usually does).
I think many, many people across the country were behind the Cubs. It looks like the team is stronger than it's been in a long time. Let's hope they'll be contenders for a few years now.
But it still hurts.
Post by: Gregg on October 16, 2003, 07:42:40 AM
Hoilday Inn has offered the most distraught Cub fan of all a three month stay in Florida. How would he pay his bills though. He works for a national accounting company. I guess he'll have to transfer for awhile.... maybe til this time next year when the Cubs will win it all!
Post by: Gary S on October 16, 2003, 08:18:34 AM
I think your absolutely right in all your comments.
We forget, the Marlins not only beat the Cubs they beat the Giants also. they did it with good hitting and fair pitching, except for Becket who piched a great series, and some luck. They managed to do what they had too to win.
I'm pulling for Boston now against the Yanks. I think it will be a good World Series anyways.
Maybe next year for the Cubbies. At least they got some experience.....I hope they can keep the team together and pick up a few new players.
Post by: LR827 on October 17, 2003, 09:18:46 AM
(Wish you had a sad-face smilie I could put in here.)
(I realize that's an oxymoron.)
Post by: Gregg on October 17, 2003, 12:27:09 PM
Post by: LR827 on October 17, 2003, 04:25:17 PM
Post by: Russ Kidd on October 17, 2003, 05:01:03 PM
As much as I dislike the Yankees, they most always find a way to win the big games. True, they can buy just about anyone they want, but I still give them credit for coming through when it counts.
There's one guy on their team who always seems to do well when I see him play. I never hear him mentioned much, but I've seen him get clutch hits in many big spots: Jorge Posada. I don't know much about him except that he hits well when I'm watching.
It's hard to get excited about watching the World Series, but I would like to see the Yanks get their butts kicked. So about all I can say is, Go Marlins, even though they beat the Cubs. They really made the most of their season.
Hey Gary, it's even more disappointing that the Cubs didn't win when you mentioned your bet! Wow, what a payday that would have been. Back in the late '80s when the Twins won the World Series, there was a lawyer at my firm who had put a bet on them before the season. I think the odds were something like 35 to 1. He wagered something like $1,000, so he made about $35,000. But your odds top them all. Sorry you didn't make it.
Post by: Russ Kidd on October 17, 2003, 05:59:23 PM
I was just looking around the Web for baseball stuff and ran across a jokes & humor thing. One of the pages there was a word-for-word transcript of Abbott & Costello's "Who's On First?"
Most of us have probably seen and heard it several times, and as you know, it never gets old. It always puts you on the floor. Well, here's a new way to try it. Read it out loud. I just tried it and could not get through it.
Here's the link. Results guaranteed.
Post by: Bill on October 17, 2003, 06:28:15 PM
You have got that right!
Post by: Gary S on October 17, 2003, 09:13:42 PM
Who's on First Audio 627k
I knew I had a copy of the audio somewhere.
I didn't really place the bet. I was joking.
Post by: Bill on October 18, 2003, 01:22:30 AM
Are you saying you ARE welching on our bet!
Post by: Russ Kidd on October 18, 2003, 02:58:59 AM
QUOTE
I didn't really place the bet. I was joking.
I gotta tell you, Gary, I am so relieved to hear you say that.
I was feeling real bad for you. It didn't seem odd to me since I knew that other guy that had done it.I love the Abbott & Costello audio. Those guys were the greatest.