SB Nation User Blog: cubswgnrocks

Best outcome of Cards/Brewers series

cubswgnrocks — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 22:29:04 -0000

This is an interesting stretch of games for the Central Division. This weekend, the Cards played the Reds (the Crads took 2 of 3) and the Cubs played the Brewers (Cubs winning 3 of 4). As it stands right now, the Cardinals are in first, the Brewers are 1 game back, the Cubs 2.5, and the Reds 3 (also, don't forget about Houston who is lurking). This week, the Brewers play what should be an interetsing series against...guess who...the Cardinals. So, what is the best outcome for the series? Keep in mind that the Cubs play the Cardinals next weekend for 4 games, so they can add to or offset whatever happens this week. Still, it would be interesting to hear people's thoughts.

Of course, all that REALLY matters is that the Cubs take care of bussiness versus the Braves!

Poll

What is the best outcome of the Cardinals/Brewers series this week?

A different view of things

cubswgnrocks — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 21:11:23 -0000

We are all, for the most part, Cubs fans, and have been such for quite a long time. I am wondering why we have so many ledge jumpers. The Cubs did not exactly look great in the first part of 2007, and yet they came back and won the division. In 2007 at this point in the year, the Cubs were one game under .500 and 7.5 back. After today's game, the Cubs are two games under and a mere 3.5 games out of first place.

The players are simply not producing, that is something that is obvious. However, the fact that the players are under performing (some players to a major extent), and the Cubs are missing their starting 3rd baseman and the Cubs are only 3.5 back is something that is a positive. At some point, the players will (probably) get up to their career averages. The Cubs can rattle off 8 of 10 (starting tomorrow versus Pittsburgh) and, with this division, find themselves at or near the top of the Central. I'm frustrated, and every has a right to be. Put please, realize that this season is not over. Yes, things are looking dull, but it will turn around. Keep the faith-it isn't over.

It's not a ballgame-it's a happening

cubswgnrocks — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:36:50 -0000

I went to a White Sox game this afternoon (I know, minus major BCB points for me-trust me I'll be cheering for the boys in blue tomorrow!). Anyway, a friend of mine commented on the noise and entertainment going on at the Cell and said, "This isn't just a ballgame, it's a happening. I definitely agree with what they said-you don't have any of the in between innings tshirt tosses, hula dances (yes, there was a hula dance), and loud rock and roll music. Please understand that I am not saying it is just the Cell, I am sure it is almost every ballpark. However, all you have at Wrigley is the organ music and the fans.

Which do you like better-the entertainment somewhat taking away from the game itself, or just the game without all the extra "stuff"? Keep in mind that at Wrigley you do not have as "nice" of stuff-your basic hot dog and beer (not the fancy stuff that modern parks have. There are pros and cons to both. However, I think that I like the Wrigley atmosphere-simply a ballgame. Another thought is that I noticed the fans were much more engaged in the game itself at Wrigley, where as people at the Cell were more distracted (by the extras maybe?). Anyway, I was just interested to see what BCBer's thoughts were.

Let's hope the Cubs turn it around this weekend at the Cell!

"W" Flag Rules

cubswgnrocks — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 14:36:18 -0000

I recently got a Cubs "W" flag. Having a Cubs "W" flag is not something to be taken lightly, and is a privelege. Therefore, I need to know how to fly my W flag, and I have several questions....

When do I take it down after they win before the next game? An hour before, or six hours? Do I even take it down or just hope they win the next game? :)
What about off days?
Any other rules that I forgot to mention?
Does Ted Lilly fly a W flag?

Should be some fun before the game tonight.....let's hope the Cubs continue their winning ways!

Juiced

cubswgnrocks — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 23:11:29 -0000

I was at my local library the other day browsing the baseball books, and I saw "Juiced" by Jose Canseco, and I decided to pick it up. I read it, and I was shocked by the way the Conseco treated his use of steroids. He njot only said that he took them, he said that he didn''t regret doing it. In fact, he seemed happy that he used PED's. He talked about how he wanted to be the best athlete in the world, no matter what it took. He said that he injected people with steroids, and was "The Chemist", educating people about how to take steroids, and doing it himself. Maybe I am overreacting (I realize that no one is perfect), I am simply surprised that Canseco treated his steroid use the way he did. I want to hear other people's opinions-is Jose right in what he says and is it just me that disagrees with what he says, or do others think that he went too far?

He also talked about how Latin American players were treated worse than white players (he compared himself to Mark McGwire, the "All-American boy"). What are people's opinions of this? Is this true, or was Jose just overreacting to get people on his side?

Just some thoughts to start a discussion...

OT: New MLB At Bat Feature

cubswgnrocks — Sun, 24 May 2009 19:14:50 -0000

OT: New MLB At Bat Feature

I was looking at the video highlights of a MLB game the other day on my iPod touch, and saw one that said "CG". When I clicked on it, I found that it contained the entire game condensed into about 10 minutes (every pitch that was the decisive one in the at bat). It might be helpful if you don't have time to watch a whole game that you DVR'd. The only problem would be getting to the video without seeing the score. Just a heads up!

A description of the new MLB At Bat Feature

OT: Best baseball iPod touch apps

cubswgnrocks — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 18:43:41 -0000

I am hopefully going to get an iPod touch on Sunday, and am doing some "research" (if you want to call it that) on some of the apps that are out there. I was wondering if anyone had any definite suggestions on good baseball apps. I am definitely planning on getting MLB At Bat, but I was wondering if there were any other baseball apps that were good. Also, suggestions on apps or even the iPod touch (8g) would be appreciated.

Also, does the MLB At Bat require WiFi to work, or does it work independently?

Fantasy Baseball League Question

cubswgnrocks — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 01:26:52 -0000

Hello,

I am desparately trying to organize a fantasy baseball league, as the one I planned to use did not work out. The group I have together is pretty amateur, and so I am not so sure about doing a live draft. What other options there (more specifically, what do these different drafts mean?). There arte so many sites out there-MLB, CBS, FOX, etc. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions as to which site to use. As you can see, I am new to this, and thought that I would give it a shot this season.

Thanks for any input

Slightly OT: SportSync Radio

cubswgnrocks — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 15:56:35 -0000

Today is the first day (that I know of) that a Cubs game is on both TV and radio. I got a SportSync Radio for Christmas this year, and was wondering if anyone knew what I should should set the dial at to get the radio in sync with the tv. I have Dish Network, if this makes any difference. I am just looking for the delay for WGN and also CSN if anyone has it. Thanks!

Griffey near return to Seattle

cubswgnrocks — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 20:49:10 -0000

Griffey near return to Seattle

This MLB.com article says that Griffey and the Seattle Mariners are near a one year deal.