SB Nation User Blog: TheHawkRules

The Return of Juan Pierre?

TheHawkRules — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:17:34 -0000

Would you like to see Juan Pierre return to the Cubs?

With Manny coming back, it’s obvious that Juan Pierre will be returning to the bench. What’s sad is that he is having a career year. I wonder if part of the reason he has been busting rear is because he wants to play FT. With Manny coming back, do you think the Dodgers might shop him around as trade bait? If so, should the Cubs look into re-acquiring him? Or is there better options out there of Hendry to look at? Could he be the Kenny Lofton of '09?

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Would you like to see Juan Pierre return to the Cubs?

Jim Hendry - Go or No?

TheHawkRules — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:22:30 -0000

Is Jim Hendry the best qualified person to be GM of the Chicago Cubs?

Personally, I have been a fan of Jim Hendry’s. I think he has made some of the best trades in Chicago Cubs history. However, there comes a point when all things must past and I am wondering if the Cubs might benefit from some front office changes. I honestly do not have a set opinion on this matter, but, I am very upset by the ’09 Chicago Cubs. It’s starting to feel like the last year or two of Dusty Baker’s reign. As a fan, it feels like the Cubs are a chicken with its head cut off. They seem lost… whether it’s the players fault, the manager’s fault, the GM’s fault, or all of their faults… it doesn’t matter. I want the Chicago Cubs to win this season, and it’s not too late. But some changes need to be made because this team will not win it. Will Hendry make any changes? Are the Cubs going to just shrug their shoulders and go home with their tail between their legs?

What does Hendry need to do to turn this team around?

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Should Jim Hendry remain GM into the next season if the Chicago Cubs fail to make the playoffs?

The Cubs Need to Draft this Kid

TheHawkRules — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 02:21:15 -0000

The Cubs Need to Draft this Kid

This guy has some heat. There is a video on the page showing a lot from a recent 23 K performance.

He reminds me of Kerry Wood.

Bye Bye Curt

TheHawkRules — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:41:44 -0000

Bye Bye Curt

Curt Schilling is retiring.

Some where talking about him joining the Cubs later in the season as an extra boost. If he could still pitch, i wouldn't have minded... but he would have had to prove himself. It doesn't matter anyway.

Personally, I wouldn't have minded if he tried to come back with some team. It wouldn't have bugged me if he could still pitch.

Big question... does he belong in the Hall Of Fame?

Aaron Boone to have open heart surgery

TheHawkRules — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 17:10:53 -0000

Aaron Boone to have open heart surgery

I hope everything goes well.

A Dunn National

TheHawkRules — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:34:58 -0000

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/baseball/mlb/02/11/dunn.nats/index.html

Nationals got him for a 2 year deal for $29 million.

Personally, I would have rather had him than Bradley. But that's my opinion.

I looked forward to seeing Bradley play 120 games and Dunn hitting another 40 HRs with a high on base percentage. My opinion once again.

Thanks Hendry.This has been a great...er, confusing winter for us Cubs fans.

Nomar Again?

TheHawkRules — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 15:28:14 -0000

Howdy folks!

What do you all think of this?

While reading some baseball news, I found that Nomar Garciaparra is still out on the free agent market. Do you think it would be a good idea for the Cubs to sign him up to be a DeRosa style replacement? I know he’s injured a lot, but he doesn’t have to be a FT player. He can fill in at SS, 3rd, and 1st. Maybe he could play a little bit of outfield also.

It seems like he can still hit some. He hit 8 homers in 163 at-bats, plus, he doesn’t strike out much. Because of that, I could see him being a good pitch hitter.

There’s a good chance he probably wouldn’t cost too much, and would sign a short-term contract also.

What do you think?

Maddux is Done

TheHawkRules — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 17:51:26 -0000

I just heard the news on St. Louis radio. I looked it up on the 'net and it appears to be true. Scott Boras, Maddux's agent, has came out and said that Maddux is probably going to retire. There is no official word from Maddux himself yet, but it's probably true.

Here is a link:

http://www.sportingnews.com/yourturn/viewtopic.php?t=482367

Personally, I wish he'd keep on playing. Even if he was a player-coach. He's still better than a lot of other pitchers in baseball. Still, I wish him the best. Without doubt, he's the best pitcher of my lifetime, and the best pitcher baseball has seen in many, many, years.

The Worst in a Cubs Uniform

TheHawkRules — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:24:48 -0000

I know there is a top 100 Cubs of all-time here at BCB. I also know that we all probably have our own individual top ten Cubs list… but I wonder who are some of the worst men to ever wear a Chicago Cubs uniform? Has anybody wearing a Cubs uniform ever been a disgrace to this beloved team, or to Major League Baseball in general?

Is it possible to make up a top 25 worst Cubs of all-time?

By this, I don’t mean a player coming up and only having one major league at bat and striking out. Or a player only getting the chance to pinch run and get out attempting to steal. But, these people has to have really cast a negative light upon this team or MLB while wearing a Cubs uniform.

Personally, I think my most hated Cub is not a player, but a GM. Larry Himes. I’m sure some will argue because he brought over Sosa, but I find his work despicable and it was during his tenure that I almost became bitter at this team. I thought him disrespectfully releasing Dawson and Maddux unforgivable, and his silly rules having played a part in Ryne Sandberg losing his joy of baseball…for awhile. He came back after Himes was gone.

What do you guys think? Any forgettable/unforgivable Cubs? Any front office move you wish never happened? How come?

I would love to hear some of your thoughts and examples. Take care!

Go Cubs Go ’09!

08 Cubs on Etch-A-Sketch

TheHawkRules — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 01:13:37 -0000

Howdy folks. I don't know if you have seen this, but it's worth a look. This guy is a big Cubs fan, and spent over 100 hours putting this picture together. It's incredible. Art comes in many weird styles, but this guy has really got an incredible ability... One person left a comment about him being a Jedi Mast on Etch-A-Sketch and he truely is.

Check it OUT! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UyCe3RNT7pw&eurl=http://www2.timesti.aol.com/si_blogs/1/posts/12901

I challenge all of you major Cubs fans to pull out an Etch-A-Sketch, (maybe borrow your kids, or even funnier, take the kid next doors Etch) and try putting together a homage to the 08 Cubs. Haha... I wonder if any one of us have any talent?