2008 Chicago Cubs Season

[Jeff Pico]

And we all remember what an amazing season 1886 was for the Chicago White Stockings. That season we finished 90-34 at West Side Park, decades before Weegham/Wrigley in 1914/1916. Our manager/1B Cap Anson was an amazing offensive force even at 34 years old (in 504 AB, 35 2b/.11 3B/10 HR/117 R/147 RBI/29 SB .371/.433/.544/.977). Anson was five years older than any other starter on the team.

Of course in 1886, we had 5 total pitchers for the season. Clarkson throwing 466 2/3 IP, McCormick throwing 347 2/3 IP, Flynn 257 IP, Ryan 23 2/3 IP, and Williamson 3 IP.

We could really use a guy like King Kelly; .483 OBP and 53 Steals, all while playing Catcher! Nothing against Soto.

We should never have sold King to Boston for $10K, but if a team is crazy enough to spend that kind of money on a ballplayer, what are you going to do

[nathanKent]

And we all remember what an amazing season 1886 was for the Chicago White Stockings.

Like it was yesterday.

[Bob Sacamento]

Here's a cool trivia...

The Cubs have won four straight games by six or more runs.

Last time they did that? August 1886.


Looks like we're gonna see a special season by the Cubs...

And we all remember what an amazing season 1886 was for the Chicago White Stockings. That season we finished 90-34 at West Side Park, decades before Weegham/Wrigley in 1914/1916. Our manager/1B Cap Anson was an amazing offensive force even at 34 years old (in 504 AB, 35 2b/.11 3B/10 HR/117 R/147 RBI/29 SB .371/.433/.544/.977). Anson was five years older than any other starter on the team.

Of course in 1886, we had 5 total pitchers for the season. Clarkson throwing 466 2/3 IP, McCormick throwing 347 2/3 IP, Flynn 257 IP, Ryan 23 2/3 IP, and Williamson 3 IP.

[The Splendid Splinter]

Here's a cool trivia...

The Cubs have won four straight games by six or more runs.

Last time they did that? August 1886.


Looks like we're gonna see a "magical" season by the Cubs...

[The Splendid Splinter]

Good game today...

I'm happy about Pie and Cedeno both going 2-5 today and only 2 Ks between them (Cedeno with both Ks). Pie is over .200 now. Woo Hoo... This lineup was interesting, but I like it. I'm glad Lou put Pie in 2 hole and showing the confidence he has in Pie. I believe Pie will get his offense going and hit decent enough where he plays everyday CF. I hope we go with this lineup (with Soto playing) until Soriano comes back.

As a team, 8 walks with 3 Ks... beautiful. As it stands in 20 games... the Cubs has 91 walks to 131 Ks.

[nathanKent]

Since Ronny drove in 5 runs today, maybe we can give him the benefit of a doubt. He is starting to look better.

I think I did in a later post.

[cpomeroy]

Outcome as expected.... Cedeno strikes out, Blanco grounds into double play. At least we're threatening early.

Since Ronny drove in 5 runs today, maybe we can give him the benefit of a doubt. He is starting to look better.

[G-String Blues]

I am stickin to "Magic"

After today, I think you're right. Sorry.

[Scartissue]

Maybe Blanco should act as Lilly's personal catcher for a little while longer. This was their first game together this season, right?

Blanco caught the Cincinati game where Lily gave up 5 runs over 6 innings.

[nathanKent]

Maybe Blanco should act as Lilly's personal catcher for a little while longer. This was their first game together this season, right?

[rockin500]

nice to see lilly finally have a good game. he needed that. the cubs needed that. and hell to beat down the mets is always good too!

i only got to hear parts of the game (naturally the wasting of the bases loaded situation early on). i was getting nervous when he loaded the bases though there early on.at least he got out of that one.

[RBi]

This is awesome.

Some would call it magical..



Exciting to witness none the less.

[Yoda]

Impressive homestand for the Cubs. Hopefully the White Sox can sweep the yankees for a Windy City smackdown

[nathanKent]

So now we're REALLY beating up on the good teams, and doing it even on days when Lee and Ramirez are unspectacular. Lilly finally pitches a decent game and even works his way out of a jam.

This is awesome.

[RBi]

Magic seems like a word you'd use when a little luck is involved.

I am stickin to "Magic"