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The effort was there from certain players, that was also apparent. Mark DeRosa and Derek Lee tried to get rallies going with hits here and there yet no one else in the lineup delivered especially with runners in scoring position. The offense was the biggest letdown I think because the Cubs were 0-for-5 with scoring chances after the 2nd inning in Game 1 at Wrigley. Nothing changed after that either.Too much emphasis was placed on the World Series, which of course was on everyone's mind in the dugout and clubhouse because that's ALL THEY FREAKING HEARD from the media and the rest of the baseball world. I can't imagine anyone not being distracted by that or feeling any pressure. On the other hand, such nagging reminders doesn't make up for the team's lack of performance and poor fundamentals. Their inability to execute, deliver in the clutch, and play defense cost them the series from the start. Actually judging from the players' mindset and body language the series was over in the first game. No one stepped up to the challenge within the lineup as the middle of the order primarily scored runs when a homerun was hit. As a result the Cubs were outscored 20-6 in the series with no chance at seeing the light of day.One of the worst moments for Cub fans to witness was seeing the frustration from Carlos Zambrano in Game 2. It puts a sick feeling in the pit of one's stomach to see him giving it his all, doing his best to keep his team in the game while his teammates come up short time and again. That is a real shame. In turn it's devastating to confidence as well as kills any spirit or energy from the Wrigley faithful. I don't understand how a team who looks so crisp at times during the year can play so miserably rotten in the postseason. Several guys on the team have the playoff experience yet it didn't matter. After all these desolate years Cub fans would think this franchise would learn how to perform under pressure because it will always be there. That's what separates the bad teams from the great ones. Sure I could rattle off stats here and pinpoint exactly where this team went wrong, but that's not my style.The way I see it all year long too much attention was placed on Cubs' pitching and how it was the most dominant in the NL which was an ultimate mistake. Consider this for those who think pitching is always the answer: The Cubs had a game during the regular season where they stranded around 20 runners on base! Regardless of how many were in scoring position such total inefficiency can't possibly lead to wins. Another thing which concerns the media again which I loathe is how they have their mind determined on casting predictions then slapping them on the front page. Sorry, but SI you are the absolute worst at this nonsense. I knew damn well before the season the Cubs would not win the World Series solely by signing Kosuke Fukudome. That is a mere quick way to get a hot story published (sell magazines) which turned out to be garbage. I mean when was the last time these block heads were right about anything??Another area which puzzles me is why Lou decided to keep the same players in the lineup when they didn't seem able to hit the side of a barn. Why in the heck was Reed Johnson, Ronny Cedeno, or Fontenot being so sparingly or not at all? At least have them pinch-hit and be defensive replacements because after 2 huge errors in one inning with 3 in the game somebody needed to be jerked from the field. I didn't even care much about the whole lefty vs. righty match-up at the plate. Reed had as good a shot as anyone for a hit if Lou would've brought him in off the bench. If Hoffpauir was available he could have been used, but I never saw him any where throughout the series. That just goes to show baseball supporters when everything goes to pot there is not a damn thing a struggling team can do to ignite a comeback. For the Cubs this excruciating event has happened all too often...I'm so tired of seeing these never ending catastrophes. As usual the dubbed expression, "Wait 'Til Next Year" will be manipulated to sell more T-shirts. Anyway, even with the utter despair it was a memorable season now with 101 years and counting.Posted byPete Harveyat11:25 AM0comments Labels:2008 season,Mark DeRosa,offense,playoffsPlayoff Division series gets underway, Dempster gets start in Game 1As it worked out the Cubs are set to face off in the opening round of the playoffs against the Dodgers. The matchup is sure to be a historic series. Much work has to be done in terms of execution for the Cubs. As always my biggest concern is the offense. With Fukudome likely to get time in right or left field he should be able to provide a little jolt in the lineup. That last homerun he hit in Milwaukee shows his timing and follow through swing is better. Let's hope he keeps up the hitting. Today to open the series at Wrigley Field Ryan Dempster (17-6) will start opposite Derek Lowe (14-11).Depending on healthy or ready Zambrano and Harden are there is a chance Ted Lilly will toss Game 2. It's definitely a plus the Cubs rotation contains two 17-game winners with a loaded bullpen. All is this talk about how the pitching is the answer for the Cubs is getting to be old. That's only partially right because if enough hitting isn't there the series will be straining and become tight. I have to believe with DeRosa and Soto inserted back into the lineup and with the quality reserves available the Cubs can outscore the Dodgers even on the road. At the time being DeRosa is listed as day-to-day with soreness still in his calf. His bat is much needed as he carries a .356 postseason batting average into this series.With the Cubs picked as the favorites it's crucial for them not to underestimate the Dodgers and play as a unit to succeed. A tough task awaiting them will be Manny Ramirez, who can get the team hot in a hurry as well as rub off good fortune on his teammates. The Cubs' pitching will have to be careful with this dangerous hitter and walk him if necessary. The first round division match-up is sure to be enthralling with close games developing. I want to see Zambrano pain free and composed when he heads to the mound and not get mad with himself. For the Cubs concentration is key. The lineup can get those bats energized, being productive to take care of the rest of the work in this series. It's go time, baby! The Playoffs are here. Go Cubs Go!!Posted byPete Harveyat11:28 AM0commentsLabels:2008 NLDS,Mark DeRosa,rotationCubs unable to bail out Mets, Sabathia just too impressiveOne final game held in the balance for two teams vying for the NL wildcard. The Cubs battled the Brewers in Milwaukee Sunday, not with any pressure to win really, but playing the role of spoilers. Lou Piniella opted to use several of his reserves off the bench and much of bullpen in the last game of the regular season. Missing in the lineup was Mark DeRosa, Jim Edmonds, and Geovany Soto. Plus Zambrano was scratched from starting as no pitcher used went longer than 2 innings on the mound. It was just the opposite for the Brewers, who stayed with C.C. Sabathia the entire way. Real smart move since the big southpaw keep his team alive and shut down the Cubs' lineup after giving an unearned run in 9 innings.With the 3-1 outcome to give the Brewers the wildcard since the Mets' lost at Shea it's set up for the Cubs to face the Dodgers in the division series. With the momentum shifted in Milwaukee's favor it's actually works out for the best that the two Central teams don't meet in the first round. Since the Brewers have got hot all of a sudden with Ryan Braun hitting the daylights of the ball with game-winning homers and Sabathia maybe being the most dominant pitcher in the playoff mix they're going to being a threat against any opponent. Although I picked the Mets to win the wildcard the Brew Crew deserves this chance. Cubs fans can relate to long droughts and not entering the postseason in 26 years is quite a lengthy absence.Moving towards the playoffs the Cubs have already decided to keep Jeff Samardzija on the roster. They will need his arm in the pen. That leaves a few other openings. The way Hoffpauir has hit I think he belong on that roster as well. Seeing him enter games in pinch-hitting spots could really help the team with run production. I feel the same way about Fontenot and Cedeno coming as replacements or getting those at-bats here and there. DeRosa is dealing with a strained left calf yet will probably be ready for the opening game this week against the Dodgers. The main focus is being prepared this first round series and having guys healthy. The Cubs finished the regular season with a 97-63 record, three off from the historic number I had anticipated. That's fine because it's PLAYOFF TIME and the Cubs are ready to deliver! Go Cubs, let's make history!Posted byPete Harveyat11:59 AM0commentsLabels:Lou Piniella,Mark DeRosa,playoffs,wildcardCubs drop nail-biter in 9th, already notched home-field advantage One day later after the Cubs sealed a comeback and won in extras the Mets turn around nearly duplicate it. The exception is the game didn't go into extra innings at Shea Stadium last night. This time it was the Cubs pen who didn't hold a lead. Nothing, however can be took away fromthe career game by Micah Hoffpauir. The up and coming prospect went 5-for-5 with 2 homeruns and 5 RBIs! What a performance, a memorable night which included his first Major League homeruns. Way to go Hoffpauir! It was another thrilling contest which I missed. Good to see the Mets still kicking and pushing for a playoff spot. With a win on the previous day the Cubs managed to clinch home field advantage for the playoffs.With the Cubs resting some of their regular starters, Pie and McGehee got to play with exposure in the game for more than 5 minutes. Both had hits, wanting to will their way onto the postseason roster. The lineup combined for 11 hits against the Mets. The night belonged to Micah Hoffpauir despite the 6-5 loss. He drove in 5 of the 6 runs. Rich Harden had a decent outing going 6 innings to allow 2 earned on 2 hits and 5 walks. The Cubs rotation has to work on cutting down on walks. They will be real important in the playoffs. Out of the pen Neal Cotts had a little trouble as did Kevin Hart who gave up the game-winning single in the 9th by Carlos Beltran. The Cubs have their final series left with Milwaukee this weekend and maybe a make-up game with Houston. They will have a part in the Mets and Brewers' fate. Whatever happens it's set to be an electric regular season finish.Posted byPete Harveyat12:25 PM0commentsLabels:bullpen,Micah Hoffpauir,Rich HardenCubs make matters worse for Mets, win in extrasThe Mets seemly had the game in the palm of their hands last night in Shea Stadium. With everything starting out in the home team's favor during the 9th inning the Cubs managed to force the game into extra innings. Going into the 1oth game tied at 6 the Cubs' bats answered. The hit brigade involved a clutch RBI double from Derek Lee and a 2-run shot by Aramis Ramirez (27th homerun). The middle of the order delivered at the right moments, racking up 15 total hits. Also getting in the act was Mark DeRosa, who connected on a solo homer (21st) in the 2nd inning and added a 2-run double later in the game. What production the Cubs utility specialist has put up this year! He's run his RBI total to 87. Although he didn't get the decision, which turns out to be good, Carlos Zambrano had a bad outing. In 4.2 innings he yielded 5 earned runs off 3 hits and 4 walks. The chunk came from a Carlos Delgado grand slam. This wasn't Z's night as he missed capturing his 15th win. Alfonso Soriano continues to swing a hot bat, going 2-for-5 with an RBI double. As I expected the Cubs helped out the Brewers enabling them to tie the Mets for the wildcard. Seeing both teams play it's hard to go wrong with their lineups, but pitching is definitely a bigger concern I think for New York right now. The Cubs on the other hand have the option of resting their rotation until the playoffs. This is where I think Lou could start Sean Marshall as a fill-in again and give one pitcher the day off. Another decision the Cubs management will have to make is who to keep as a reserve on the bench when the rosters shrink back to 25. Hoffpauir has shown the ability to hit for a good average off the bench, which will be a valuable asset for them heading into the postseason. At the same time speed will give them a lift with scoring chances such as hit-and-runs, stolen bases and defense by having Pie around. It's going to be a tough choice there, but the bullpen has enough depth and strength to last. Kerry Wood will be key as well. He notched his 32nd save Wednesday night. I don't see Samardzija going anyway. He's performed as needed when called upon to hold games or keep leads in relief appearances.Posted byPete Harveyat10:57 AM0commentsLabels:40-man roster,Aramis Ramirez,bullpen,Carlos ZambranoCubs closing in on 100 wins, psychologically beating a dead goatI'm content with the fact the Cubs have captured another division title in back-to-back seasons. So far no trouble is standing in their way. They'd had their share of adversity to overcome in 2008 with injuries, inconsistency at times, and blasphemous curse dwellers. That's right we Cub fans are sick and tired about being reminded of long time struggles and a century long championship drought. As a switch-a-roo the actual magic number I think that will unfold for this franchise will be 100! That ought to put to rest most of these bum naysayers who are apparently sore losers (Cardinals fans). Chicago land is reveling in the wonderful season, both by the Cubs and White Sox. Will the two teams face one another later in the postseason, who in the heck knows?With only 5 more victories to go the Cubs can establish a memorable yet history-making season by reaching the 3-digit mark. I'm sure counting on it as well as these images of old goats and Steve Bartman flashbacks diminishing. With the Cubs 95-60 it's a short time forthcoming before the straining thralls of franchise history explode with a celebration like no other unveiling. Another thing that would be great the rest of the way is those who aren't Cub fans please stop jumping on the bandwagon and trying to ride the coat tails all the way to sweet Wrigleyville! One minute these carpet baggers are ragging on the Cubs' good name the next they're lined up to brag about them and kiss ass. I dare say such people are loyal Cub fans.Whatever happens here in the final week rest assured the Cubs will be in good spirits. Wrigleyville is ready for the postseason, putting dibs on tickets in Chicago while the Brewers yearn for the wildcard, which can be theirs for the taking. The Mets and Brewers both seem deserving of the a playoff spot, and either team will make for a competitive division series. Let it be known to all hypocrites, sore losers, and pessimists out there the Cubs are for real in 2008 so the rest of the NL better bring it!Posted byPete Harveyat4:52 PM0commentsLabels:2008 season,century drought,franchise history,wildcardCubs clinch division which means Cubs freaking rule!The season only continues to get better for the historic Chicago Cubs. Two years in a row they have clinched the division title! This accomplishment was imminent after the Brewers hit a losing spell while the Cubs gained momentum. This is one of the best years to be a Cub fan because they are having a remarkable season with record-breaking games and incredible comebacks. Yesterday the Cubs resumed their winning ways. Lou decided to load up the lineup with prospects and as it turns out the youngsters put on a good show. In the 5-1 victory over the Cardinals the bats sprung into action. Felix Pie (yes, the same one I've been preaching about all year) went 2-for-4 with a triple and 2 runs scored. The left-handed outfielder has also has serious speed which he exhibited in the game.Accounting for 2 runs was Casey McGehee who had 2 hits. In the 6th inning Jim Edmonds came in as a pinch-hitter and lifted a sac fly to left to score Felix Pie. A wild pitch later in the 7thallowed Ronny Cedeno to cross home plate for the Cubs 5th run. After wrapping up the division on Saturday the Cubs are now playing for home-field advantage in the playoffs. With a win Sunday the Cubs jump to 94-60, on the verge of surpassing a season mark set by the 1989 team. I expect more franchise history to be made later. Ryno and Grace may be gone, but the Cubs are shining with expectations to go as far as their talent will take them. The critics and sore losers out there who use goats, curses, and other excuses for the franchise's struggles in the past have no sense. The Cubs are in a comfortable position now, able to rest their top players and refine their game for the postseason.A big hat's off to Ryan Dempster for recording his 17th win yesterday at Wrigley Field. He's won 14-of-20 starts at home this year. To monitor his pitch count and endurance Lou Piniella only let Dempster pitch through 5 innings. That was all he needed to pick up the decision anyway. Smart thinking by the Cubs' manager. I know Dempster would have won 20 games if not for the lack of no decisions earlier this season. That's okay because he looks to be fresh come playoff time. Here is his stat line from the game yesterday:5 IP, 6 H, 1 ER, 0 BB, 1 SO, 0 HRToday Jason Marquis (10-9) will start against Jonathan Niese(1-0) to kick off a 4-game series against the Mets at Shea Stadium. This series could determine whether the Brewers get the wildcard. Personally, I'd rather see the Mets in the playoffs, but Milwaukee has come a long way and will have to fight for that final spot. I think the Phillies will the be the toughest contender for the Cubs in October. They've got a loaded lineup and a decent rotation. At least the Cubs can be relieved knowing they have the division title and just have to stay healthy and start preparing for the big games awaiting them. 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'\74b:if cond\75\47data:title !\75 \46quot;\46quot;\47\76\n\74h2 class\75\47title\47\76\74data:title\76\74/data:title\76\74/h2\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74div class\75\47widget-content\47\76\n\74data:content\76\74/data:content\76\n\74/div\76\n\74b:include name\75\47quickedit\47\76\74/b:include\076'}}, document.getElementById('HTML2'), {}, 'displayModeFull'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_AdSenseView', new _WidgetInfo('AdSense1', 'sidebar',{'main': {'varName': '', 'template': '\74div class\75\47widget-content\47\76\n\74data:adCode\76\74/data:adCode\76\n\74/div\076'}}, document.getElementById('AdSense1'), {}, 'displayModeFull'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_FeedView', new _WidgetInfo('Feed1', 'sidebar',{'main': {'varName': '', 'template': '\74h2\76\74data:title\76\74/data:title\76\74/h2\76\n\74div class\75\47widget-content\47\76\n\74ul expr:id\75\47data:widget.instanceId + \46quot;_feedItemListDisplay\46quot;\47\76\n\74b:loop values\75\47data:feedData.items\47 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'numItemsShow': 5, 'locale': 'en_US', 'timeZone': 'America/New_York', 'feedReaderJsonBaseUrl': '/feedReaderJson', 'feedWidgetRefreshIntervalSec': 1800, 'feedData': {'title': 'Websites of Interest', 'items': []}}, 'displayModeFull'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_ProfileView', new _WidgetInfo('Profile1', 'sidebar',{'main': {'varName': '', 'template': '\74b:if cond\75\47data:title !\75 \46quot;\46quot;\47\76\n\74h2\76\74data:title\76\74/data:title\76\74/h2\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74div class\75\47widget-content\47\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:team \75\75 \46quot;true\46quot;\47\76\n\74ul\76\n\74b:loop values\75\47data:authors\47 var\75\47i\47\76\n\74li\76\74a expr:href\75\47data:i.userUrl\47\76\74data:i.display-name\76\74/data:i.display-name\76\74/a\76\74/li\76\n\74/b:loop\76\n\74/ul\76\n\74b:else\76\74/b:else\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:photo.url !\75 \46quot;\46quot;\47\76\n\74a expr:href\75\47data:userUrl\47\76\74img class\75\47profile-img\47 expr:alt\75\47data:photo.alt\47 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\46quot;\46quot;\47\76\n\74h2\76\74data:title\76\74/data:title\76\74/h2\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74div class\75\47widget-content\47\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:link !\75 \46quot;\46quot;\47\76\n\74a expr:href\75\47data:link\47\76\n\74img expr:alt\75\47data:title\47 expr:height\75\47data:height\47 expr:id\75\47data:widget.instanceId + \46quot;_img\46quot;\47 expr:src\75\47data:sourceUrl\47 expr:width\75\47data:width\47/\76\n\74/a\76\n\74b:else\76\74/b:else\76\n\74img expr:alt\75\47data:title\47 expr:height\75\47data:height\47 expr:id\75\47data:widget.instanceId + \46quot;_img\46quot;\47 expr:src\75\47data:sourceUrl\47 expr:width\75\47data:width\47/\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74br/\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:caption !\75 \46quot;\46quot;\47\76\n\74span class\75\47caption\47\76\74data:caption\76\74/data:caption\76\74/span\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74/div\76\n\74b:include name\75\47quickedit\47\76\74/b:include\076'}}, document.getElementById('Image8'), {'resize': true}, 'displayModeFull'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_LinkListView', new _WidgetInfo('LinkList1', 'sidebar',{'main': {'varName': '', 'template': '\74b:if cond\75\47data:title\47\76\74h2\76\74data:title\76\74/data:title\76\74/h2\76\74/b:if\76\n\74div class\75\47widget-content\47\76\n\74ul\76\n\74b:loop values\75\47data:links\47 var\75\47link\47\76\n\74li\76\74a expr:href\75\47data:link.target\47\76\74data:link.name\76\74/data:link.name\76\74/a\76\74/li\76\n\74/b:loop\76\n\74/ul\76\n\74b:include name\75\47quickedit\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74/div\076'}}, document.getElementById('LinkList1'), {}, 'displayModeFull'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_BlogArchiveView', new _WidgetInfo('BlogArchive1', 'sidebar',{'main': {'varName': '', 'template': '\74b:if cond\75\47data:title\47\76\n\74h2\76\74data:title\76\74/data:title\76\74/h2\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74div class\75\47widget-content\47\76\n\74div id\75\47ArchiveList\47\76\n\74div expr:id\75\47data:widget.instanceId + \46quot;_ArchiveList\46quot;\47\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:style \75\75 \46quot;HIERARCHY\46quot;\47\76\n\74b:include data\75\47data\47 name\75\47interval\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:style \75\75 \46quot;FLAT\46quot;\47\76\n\74b:include data\75\47data\47 name\75\47flat\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:style \75\75 \46quot;MENU\46quot;\47\76\n\74b:include data\75\47data\47 name\75\47menu\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74/div\76\n\74/div\76\n\74b:include name\75\47quickedit\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74/div\076'}, 'flat': {'varName': 'data', 'template': '\74ul\76\n\74b:loop values\75\47data:data\47 var\75\47i\47\76\n\74li class\75\47archivedate\47\76\n\74a expr:href\75\47data:i.url\47\76\74data:i.name\76\74/data:i.name\76\74/a\76 (\74data:i.post-count\76\74/data:i.post-count\76)\n \74/li\76\n\74/b:loop\76\n\74/ul\076'}, 'menu': {'varName': 'data', 'template': '\74select expr:id\75\47data:widget.instanceId + \46quot;_ArchiveMenu\46quot;\47\76\n\74option value\75\47\47\76\74data:title\76\74/data:title\76\74/option\76\n\74b:loop values\75\47data:data\47 var\75\47i\47\76\n\74option expr:value\75\47data:i.url\47\76\74data:i.name\76\74/data:i.name\76 (\74data:i.post-count\76\74/data:i.post-count\76)\74/option\76\n\74/b:loop\76\n\74/select\076'}, 'interval': {'varName': 'intervalData', 'template': '\74b:loop values\75\47data:intervalData\47 var\75\47i\47\76\n\74ul\76\n\74li expr:class\75\47\46quot;archivedate \46quot; + data:i.expclass\47\76\n\74b:include data\75\47i\47 name\75\47toggle\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74a class\75\47post-count-link\47 expr:href\75\47data:i.url\47\76\74data:i.name\76\74/data:i.name\76\74/a\76\n\74span class\75\47post-count\47 dir\75\47ltr\47\76(\74data:i.post-count\76\74/data:i.post-count\76)\74/span\76\n\74b:if cond\75\47data:i.data\47\76\n\74b:include data\75\47i.data\47 name\75\47interval\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74b:if 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expr:dir\75\47data:blog.languageDirection\47\76\n\74data:label.name\76\74/data:label.name\76\n\74/span\76\n\74b:else\76\74/b:else\76\n\74a expr:dir\75\47data:blog.languageDirection\47 expr:href\75\47data:label.url\47\76\n\74data:label.name\76\74/data:label.name\76\n\74/a\76\n\74/b:if\76\n\74span dir\75\47ltr\47\76(\74data:label.count\76\74/data:label.count\76)\74/span\76\n\74/li\76\n\74/b:loop\76\n\74/ul\76\n\74b:include name\75\47quickedit\47\76\74/b:include\76\n\74/div\076'}}, document.getElementById('Label1'), {}, 'displayModeFull'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_HeaderView', new _WidgetInfo('Header1', 'header'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_NavbarView', new _WidgetInfo('Navbar1', 'navbar'));_WidgetManager._RegisterWidget('_BlogView', new _WidgetInfo('Blog1', 'main')); |
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