According to Paul Sullivan, Chad Fox will head down to Iowa after the series with the Yankees. Sullivan also says a trade will have to go down by Saturday.
Lou Pinella said there will be a trade, an option or put a player on waivers.
Bruce Miles says the Cubs will not put Patton or Guzman through waivers. preparring a trade for Gaudin and the competition will go through this weekend.
According to Paul Sullivan, the Cubs will not use Kerry Wood's locker in 2009.
According to Hot Stove Cubbies, Jim Hendry has called the Angels about a trade. The players are unknown.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs lost to the Angels
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Kosuke Fukudome went 2 for 3 with a single and a triple.
Derek Lee went 3 for 3 with a single 2 doubles and a rbi.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 4 with a homerun and 2 rbi's.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single and a rbi.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Geovany Soto went 0 for 2 with a walk and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single.
Joey Gathright went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 3.1 innings and gave up 8 hits, 8 runs, 2 walks and 2 strikeouts.
David Patton pitch 1.2 innings and gave up 2 hits and 3 strikeouts.
Aaron Heilman pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 2 walks and 2 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and struck out the side.
I will keep you posted.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
Quick Hits, Lineup for Todays Game
According to a press release, the Cubs release catcher Paul Bako and pitcher Mike Stanton. The Cubs roster now stands at 28 with 3 more cuts, that will be pitchers.
Bruce Miles reported that Jim Hendry is getting offers for out of option pitchers Angel Guzman and Chad Gaudin. That will make room for Rule 5 pick pitcher David Patton.
2005 first round pick Mark Pawelek was released yesterday. That is the 2 former number round pick to be released in a week.
Spring Training Lineup:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 4.
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 5 with a homerun and 2 rbi's.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 5 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Milton Bradley went 4 for 4 with 3 singles, double and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 4 with a double and 2 strikeouts.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a rbi, walk and 2 strikeouts.
Reed Johnson went 12 for 5 with a single and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 2 for 4 with 2 singles, walk and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 3 for 4 with 2 singles, homerun and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Rich Harden pitch 4.2 innings and gave up 4 hits, 5 runs, 2 walks and 4 strikeouts.
Aaron Heilman pitch 0.1 innings and struck out 1.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
Angel Guzman pitch 1.1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs and 2 strikeouts.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 1.1 innings and gave up 2 hits and 1 run and 3 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted on the latest news.
Bruce Miles reported that Jim Hendry is getting offers for out of option pitchers Angel Guzman and Chad Gaudin. That will make room for Rule 5 pick pitcher David Patton.
2005 first round pick Mark Pawelek was released yesterday. That is the 2 former number round pick to be released in a week.
Spring Training Lineup:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 4.
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 5 with a homerun and 2 rbi's.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 5 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Milton Bradley went 4 for 4 with 3 singles, double and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 4 with a double and 2 strikeouts.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a rbi, walk and 2 strikeouts.
Reed Johnson went 12 for 5 with a single and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 2 for 4 with 2 singles, walk and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 3 for 4 with 2 singles, homerun and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Rich Harden pitch 4.2 innings and gave up 4 hits, 5 runs, 2 walks and 4 strikeouts.
Aaron Heilman pitch 0.1 innings and struck out 1.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
Angel Guzman pitch 1.1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs and 2 strikeouts.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 1.1 innings and gave up 2 hits and 1 run and 3 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted on the latest news.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Kosuke Fukudome, Breaking News, Cuts
Breaking News: According to the Chicago Sun Times, Kevin Gregg was name closer today.
According to Carrie Muskat, Right-handed pitchers Kevin Hart and Randy Wells were optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Catcher Mark Johnson, infielders Andres Blanco and Esteban German and So Taguchi were assigned to the Minor League camp.
I think if Fukudome does not live up to his contract in the first few months he will be traded. I don't think he will be sent down because of his contract and he won't show other teams of what he does in the majors if they want to trade for him. Teams that could be interested at the deadline or before the deadline. I will also say what they would give up and what the Cubs might like.
Toronto Blue Jays: If they are trying to shed money, 1 option can be Vermon Wells he is making 12.5 million next year and 21 million the next 3 years. Wells is a 1 year younger than Kosuke, hits better and has average defense. If Ii had to pick, I will pick Kosuke any day. Wells contract is so big and the Blue Jays don't get a big crowd, they might want to do a 1 for 1 and that way they save a lot of money.
White Sox: They were already to have interest in Kosuke when they both were trying to get him before the season last year. They also were to have interest this offseason and were said to offer Nick Swisher for Kosuke straight up. Hendry said no and can I blame him Kosuke had better numbers that Swisher last year. I don't see anyone that would interest me.
Kansas City Royals: Jose Guillen maybe because the contract are the same and his contract is up after this year and most likely wants to go to a contending team. The Cubs would be fine with the expiring contract of Guillen because they can go after Matt Holliday, he would be cheaper than like 3 years ago because of the economy.
Los Angeles Angels: Hot Stove Cubbies had a good post on going after Gary Matthews Jr. Matthews already made it public that he wants more playing time. The contracts are pretty much the same and he would get more playing time in Chicago. He would play more than Reed Johnson because Matthews is lefty and Pinella likes a more balance lineup.
Oakland Athletics: They might be interested if they can't sign Holliday to an extension and maybe might offer Holliday if the package is right. Kosuke will still have 2 more years on his contract. It will be easier to sign Holliday to an extension because the Cubs are in a week division and will make the playoffs. Holliday probably wants to win the world series and the time has come for the Cubs. We can then move Bradley to center, Soriano in left and Holliday in right. Then Lou Pinella picks Johnson or Gathright as the 4th outfielder.
Seattle Mariners: They were already to have interest in Kosuke and were said to offer Bedard, Johjima, or Washburn. If I had to pick from them I would of pick Bedard and just hope he stays healthy.
San Francisco Giants: They could offer Aaron Rowand, he has the same money left on contract, same stats. I will take Kosuke first because he is a lefty and has more seed than Rowand. Rowand has 1 more year on his contract than Kosuke and the Cubs probably don't want that because they are both the same stats and might want to go out and fine something else.
Of all the trades I said I will rate the ones on the best :
1) Toronto Blue Jays
2) Oakland Athletics
3) Los Angeles Angels
4) Kansas City Royals
5) Seattle Mariners
6) San Francisco Giants
7) Chicago White Sox
That is what teams that could be interested and what the Cubs might want.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs lost to the Cleveland Indians 7-5.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 5 with a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 2 for 2 with a single, double and 2 walks.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 4 with a homerun and 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 4 with a single and a double.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 3.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 1 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Geovany Soto went 0 for 3.
Joey Gathright went 3 for 4 with 2 singles and a double.
Pitchers:
Ted Lilly pitch 5 innings and gave up 7 hits 4 runs, 2 walks and 8 strikeouts.
Notables:
Koyie Hill went 0 for 1.
Chad Gaudin pitch 2 innings and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
David Patton pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
I will keep you posted.
According to Carrie Muskat, Right-handed pitchers Kevin Hart and Randy Wells were optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Catcher Mark Johnson, infielders Andres Blanco and Esteban German and So Taguchi were assigned to the Minor League camp.
I think if Fukudome does not live up to his contract in the first few months he will be traded. I don't think he will be sent down because of his contract and he won't show other teams of what he does in the majors if they want to trade for him. Teams that could be interested at the deadline or before the deadline. I will also say what they would give up and what the Cubs might like.
Toronto Blue Jays: If they are trying to shed money, 1 option can be Vermon Wells he is making 12.5 million next year and 21 million the next 3 years. Wells is a 1 year younger than Kosuke, hits better and has average defense. If Ii had to pick, I will pick Kosuke any day. Wells contract is so big and the Blue Jays don't get a big crowd, they might want to do a 1 for 1 and that way they save a lot of money.
White Sox: They were already to have interest in Kosuke when they both were trying to get him before the season last year. They also were to have interest this offseason and were said to offer Nick Swisher for Kosuke straight up. Hendry said no and can I blame him Kosuke had better numbers that Swisher last year. I don't see anyone that would interest me.
Kansas City Royals: Jose Guillen maybe because the contract are the same and his contract is up after this year and most likely wants to go to a contending team. The Cubs would be fine with the expiring contract of Guillen because they can go after Matt Holliday, he would be cheaper than like 3 years ago because of the economy.
Los Angeles Angels: Hot Stove Cubbies had a good post on going after Gary Matthews Jr. Matthews already made it public that he wants more playing time. The contracts are pretty much the same and he would get more playing time in Chicago. He would play more than Reed Johnson because Matthews is lefty and Pinella likes a more balance lineup.
Oakland Athletics: They might be interested if they can't sign Holliday to an extension and maybe might offer Holliday if the package is right. Kosuke will still have 2 more years on his contract. It will be easier to sign Holliday to an extension because the Cubs are in a week division and will make the playoffs. Holliday probably wants to win the world series and the time has come for the Cubs. We can then move Bradley to center, Soriano in left and Holliday in right. Then Lou Pinella picks Johnson or Gathright as the 4th outfielder.
Seattle Mariners: They were already to have interest in Kosuke and were said to offer Bedard, Johjima, or Washburn. If I had to pick from them I would of pick Bedard and just hope he stays healthy.
San Francisco Giants: They could offer Aaron Rowand, he has the same money left on contract, same stats. I will take Kosuke first because he is a lefty and has more seed than Rowand. Rowand has 1 more year on his contract than Kosuke and the Cubs probably don't want that because they are both the same stats and might want to go out and fine something else.
Of all the trades I said I will rate the ones on the best :
1) Toronto Blue Jays
2) Oakland Athletics
3) Los Angeles Angels
4) Kansas City Royals
5) Seattle Mariners
6) San Francisco Giants
7) Chicago White Sox
That is what teams that could be interested and what the Cubs might want.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs lost to the Cleveland Indians 7-5.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 5 with a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 2 for 2 with a single, double and 2 walks.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 4 with a homerun and 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 4 with a single and a double.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 3.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 1 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Geovany Soto went 0 for 3.
Joey Gathright went 3 for 4 with 2 singles and a double.
Pitchers:
Ted Lilly pitch 5 innings and gave up 7 hits 4 runs, 2 walks and 8 strikeouts.
Notables:
Koyie Hill went 0 for 1.
Chad Gaudin pitch 2 innings and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
David Patton pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
I will keep you posted.
Can So Taguchi take Gathright spot
According to Gordon Wittnymer and Carrie Muskat mentiones So Taguchi has outplayed Joey Gathright and Lou Pinella has noticed.
Lou Pinella said after Friday's game about So Taguchi:
"I'll tell you the guy who's had a heck of a spring is Taguchi. He gives you a very professional at-bat and has done a really nice job. I don't know if there will be room, but what a professional young man he is and the way he approaches things and the way he works. I've been very impressed."
Wittnymer said the Cubs should try any way to keep Taguchi even if it means to send dowm speedster Joey Gathright.
If I had to pick, I would pick Gathright any time before So Taguchi.
I will keep you posted.
Lou Pinella said after Friday's game about So Taguchi:
"I'll tell you the guy who's had a heck of a spring is Taguchi. He gives you a very professional at-bat and has done a really nice job. I don't know if there will be room, but what a professional young man he is and the way he approaches things and the way he works. I've been very impressed."
Wittnymer said the Cubs should try any way to keep Taguchi even if it means to send dowm speedster Joey Gathright.
If I had to pick, I would pick Gathright any time before So Taguchi.
I will keep you posted.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Spring Training Notes
Carlos Marmol was scheduled to make the start yesterday againsst the White Sox but intead pitch in a minor league game along with Neal Cotts and Aaron Heilman, According to the Tribune.
Lou Pinella did not make the trip to because he was not gelling good, that is according to Cubs.com.
Spring Training Lineup:
The Cubs lost to the Colorado Rockies 10-6.
These players will mak the team for sure:
Aaron Miles went 3 for 5 with 3 singles, rbi and a strikeout.
Kosuke Fukudome went 0 for 3 with 2 walks.
Micah Hoffpauir went 2 for 5 with a double, homerun and 3 rbi's.
Geovany Soto went 2 for 4 with a single, double and 2 strikeouts.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 2 with 2 walks and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 0 for 2 with 2 walks, and a rbi.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 4 with a walk and 2 strikeouts.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 6 innings and gave up 8 hits, 4 runs, 3 walks and 4 strikeouts.
Notables:
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
I will keep you posted.
Lou Pinella did not make the trip to because he was not gelling good, that is according to Cubs.com.
Spring Training Lineup:
The Cubs lost to the Colorado Rockies 10-6.
These players will mak the team for sure:
Aaron Miles went 3 for 5 with 3 singles, rbi and a strikeout.
Kosuke Fukudome went 0 for 3 with 2 walks.
Micah Hoffpauir went 2 for 5 with a double, homerun and 3 rbi's.
Geovany Soto went 2 for 4 with a single, double and 2 strikeouts.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 2 with 2 walks and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 0 for 2 with 2 walks, and a rbi.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 4 with a walk and 2 strikeouts.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 6 innings and gave up 8 hits, 4 runs, 3 walks and 4 strikeouts.
Notables:
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
I will keep you posted.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Moorad on Jake Peavy, Cubs beat White Sox again, Updates
Lou Pinella said that on Sunday he will decide on the backup catcher and the closer.
According to Cubs.com, the Cubs outrighted Brad Snyder to Triple A Iowa before Friday's game against the White Sox.
The Cubs are expected to cut more players by the weekend. Now the Cubs got 37 people on the 40 man roster. Also the Cubs only have 36 people at camp.
Moorad told Center:
"It would be premature for me to say what is going to happen. The goal is to build this for the long term. I don't know how that impacts the Peavy situation. But we're going to do whatever we can to improve the team."
Mike Ferrin got more information on Jake Peavy from Moorad:
"Peavy has been a terrific performer for the club at the same time I don't think any player is untouchable. I think at some point I am sure Kevin Towers and I will visit about the issue and Kevin will have a point of view and frankly I'll defer to it. I certainly want to be kept informed but I think Kevin will have a perspective on the Peavy situation and I really looking forward hearin."
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs beat the White Sox 9-4.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 4 with a single, double, rbi and a strikeout.
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 2 for 4 with a single, double, rbi and a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 2 with a single, 2 walks and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 4 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 3 for 4 with 3 singles, rbi and a strikeout
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single, and a walk.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 1.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 6 innings and gave up 5 hits, 2 runs, 2 walks and 3 strikeouts. He also went 0 for 3 with 2 rbi's.
Notables:
Koyie Hill went 1 for 2 with a double, 2 rbi's and a walk.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Let see what happens with that and I will keep you posted on spring training.
According to Cubs.com, the Cubs outrighted Brad Snyder to Triple A Iowa before Friday's game against the White Sox.
The Cubs are expected to cut more players by the weekend. Now the Cubs got 37 people on the 40 man roster. Also the Cubs only have 36 people at camp.
Moorad told Center:
"It would be premature for me to say what is going to happen. The goal is to build this for the long term. I don't know how that impacts the Peavy situation. But we're going to do whatever we can to improve the team."
Mike Ferrin got more information on Jake Peavy from Moorad:
"Peavy has been a terrific performer for the club at the same time I don't think any player is untouchable. I think at some point I am sure Kevin Towers and I will visit about the issue and Kevin will have a point of view and frankly I'll defer to it. I certainly want to be kept informed but I think Kevin will have a perspective on the Peavy situation and I really looking forward hearin."
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs beat the White Sox 9-4.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 4 with a single, double, rbi and a strikeout.
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 2 for 4 with a single, double, rbi and a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 2 with a single, 2 walks and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 4 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 3 for 4 with 3 singles, rbi and a strikeout
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single, and a walk.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 1.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 6 innings and gave up 5 hits, 2 runs, 2 walks and 3 strikeouts. He also went 0 for 3 with 2 rbi's.
Notables:
Koyie Hill went 1 for 2 with a double, 2 rbi's and a walk.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Let see what happens with that and I will keep you posted on spring training.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Spring Training Notes
This is news from spring training:
Koyie Hill caught Rich Harden's outing and people think that he has the edge to be the backup catcher.
According to the Chicago Sun Times, Angel Guzman is a viable candidate once again for the Cubs' pen along with Kevin Hart, Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin, Chad Fox and David Patton.
According to the Tribune, "It looks like Jeff Samardzija could lose out to Angel Guzman for the final bullpen spot, and Rule 5 pick David Patton might not make it despite a 0.93 ERA."
The Tribune explained, David Patton could make the team if Luis Vizcaino or Chad Gaudin suffers a injury or goes on the DL.
According to the Sun Times, Chad Fox, Mike Stanton and Randy Wells is a long shot to make the bullpen on opening day.
Jeff Samardzija has pitched his self out of the bullpen due to his last couple outings.
Lou Pinella said Angel Guzman has "thrust himself back in the mix" with his recent outings.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs lost to the Giants 5-3. They called the game after the 7 innings due to bad weather.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and 2 strikeouts.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 4 with 3 strikeouts.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 2 with a single homerun, rbi and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Geovany Soto went 1 for 3 with a single.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 4 innings and gave up 4 hits, 2 runs, 5 walks and 2 strikeouts.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs and 1 strikeout.
Aaron Heilman pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted.
Koyie Hill caught Rich Harden's outing and people think that he has the edge to be the backup catcher.
According to the Chicago Sun Times, Angel Guzman is a viable candidate once again for the Cubs' pen along with Kevin Hart, Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin, Chad Fox and David Patton.
According to the Tribune, "It looks like Jeff Samardzija could lose out to Angel Guzman for the final bullpen spot, and Rule 5 pick David Patton might not make it despite a 0.93 ERA."
The Tribune explained, David Patton could make the team if Luis Vizcaino or Chad Gaudin suffers a injury or goes on the DL.
According to the Sun Times, Chad Fox, Mike Stanton and Randy Wells is a long shot to make the bullpen on opening day.
Jeff Samardzija has pitched his self out of the bullpen due to his last couple outings.
Lou Pinella said Angel Guzman has "thrust himself back in the mix" with his recent outings.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs lost to the Giants 5-3. They called the game after the 7 innings due to bad weather.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and 2 strikeouts.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 4 with 3 strikeouts.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 2 with a single homerun, rbi and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Geovany Soto went 1 for 3 with a single.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 4 innings and gave up 4 hits, 2 runs, 5 walks and 2 strikeouts.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs and 1 strikeout.
Aaron Heilman pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Awards in Presesason So Far, Battles Update
This is only for players that are going to make the team:
MVP: Milton Bradley
CY: Carlos Zambrano
Speedster (stolen bases): Joey Gathright
Come Alive Player: Micah Hoffpauir
LVP In Hitting: Derek Lee (he was injure and now he is starting to hit the ball)
LVP in Pitching: Chad Gaudin
Outstanding players with the bat: Jake Fox, Bobby Scales, Andres Blanco (If Ramirez gets injure you could see Fox or Scales get call up)
Outstanding players that pitch: David Patton, Waddell, Ascaino (If Guzman, Gaudin, or Vizcaino get traded or released, you could see them get called up)
Battles:
Catcher: Paul Bako vs Koyie Hill
Paul Bako is playing better than Koyie Hill as of right now. I think if Lou Pinella wants a veteran behind the plate like what Henry Blanco was, he will go with Bako but if he wants to give Hill a chance and let him show what he can do, Hill will be the catcher.
I give the edge to Koyie Hill.
Closer: Kevin Gregg vs Carlos Marmol
Kevin Gregg has not given up a run in spring training yet and has the experience at closer. Carlos Marmol is one of the best setup men in baseball and can get outs any way at possible.
I give the edge to Kevin Gregg
That is what I think of spring training and I will keep you updated.
MVP: Milton Bradley
CY: Carlos Zambrano
Speedster (stolen bases): Joey Gathright
Come Alive Player: Micah Hoffpauir
LVP In Hitting: Derek Lee (he was injure and now he is starting to hit the ball)
LVP in Pitching: Chad Gaudin
Outstanding players with the bat: Jake Fox, Bobby Scales, Andres Blanco (If Ramirez gets injure you could see Fox or Scales get call up)
Outstanding players that pitch: David Patton, Waddell, Ascaino (If Guzman, Gaudin, or Vizcaino get traded or released, you could see them get called up)
Battles:
Catcher: Paul Bako vs Koyie Hill
Paul Bako is playing better than Koyie Hill as of right now. I think if Lou Pinella wants a veteran behind the plate like what Henry Blanco was, he will go with Bako but if he wants to give Hill a chance and let him show what he can do, Hill will be the catcher.
I give the edge to Koyie Hill.
Closer: Kevin Gregg vs Carlos Marmol
Kevin Gregg has not given up a run in spring training yet and has the experience at closer. Carlos Marmol is one of the best setup men in baseball and can get outs any way at possible.
I give the edge to Kevin Gregg
That is what I think of spring training and I will keep you updated.
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Spring Game Recap, Cuts, Update
Cuts:
Update: On Tuesday, the Cubs outrighted Richie Robnett to Triple-A Iowa.
According to the Chicago Sun Times, the Cubs optioned both Jake Fox and Sam Fuld. The Cubs also optioned Jose Ascanio on Tuesday and re-assigned Jason Waddell and Bobby Scales to minor league camp.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs beat the Colorado Rockies 9-8.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 2 with 2 a single, double, 2 rbi's and 2 walks.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a double and a walk.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and a walk.
Milton Bradley went 3 for 4 with a single, double, homerun and a rbi.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 3 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Geovany Soto went 1 for 2 with a double, 2 rbi's, walk and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a triple, rbi and 2 walks.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 1 with a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 1 with a double.
Pitchers:
Neal Cotts pitch 0.2 inings and gave up nothing.
Kevin Gregg pitch 0.1 innings and gave up nothing.
Notables:
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single.
Chad Gaudin pitch 2 innings and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs, 2 walks and 2 strikeouts.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs and 1 walk.
David Patton pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 walk.
I will keep you posted.
Update: On Tuesday, the Cubs outrighted Richie Robnett to Triple-A Iowa.
According to the Chicago Sun Times, the Cubs optioned both Jake Fox and Sam Fuld. The Cubs also optioned Jose Ascanio on Tuesday and re-assigned Jason Waddell and Bobby Scales to minor league camp.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs beat the Colorado Rockies 9-8.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 2 with 2 a single, double, 2 rbi's and 2 walks.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a double and a walk.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and a walk.
Milton Bradley went 3 for 4 with a single, double, homerun and a rbi.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 3 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Geovany Soto went 1 for 2 with a double, 2 rbi's, walk and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a triple, rbi and 2 walks.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 1 with a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 1 with a double.
Pitchers:
Neal Cotts pitch 0.2 inings and gave up nothing.
Kevin Gregg pitch 0.1 innings and gave up nothing.
Notables:
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single.
Chad Gaudin pitch 2 innings and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs, 2 walks and 2 strikeouts.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs and 1 walk.
David Patton pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 walk.
I will keep you posted.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Spring Training News, Offense Offense Offense
According to reports from this weekend, Lou Pinella is expected to cut at least 10 players on Monday or the latest Tuesday.
According to the Tribune, Lou Pinella is expected to name the closer on the coming week.
There is talk Rich Harden might be skipped the first time around. Ted Lilly is a little behind in his work than the pitching staff because of the WBC.
Luis Vizcaino should be in the bullpen to start the season because of his big contract. Chad Gaudin might be the long relief man in the bullpen.
Saturday, Larry Rothschild said that Chad Gaudin will pitch Tuesday and then decide what they are going to do with him.
I think Chad Gaudin and Angel Guzman will take the final 2 spots in the bullpen and auction them for trade bait.
The race for backup catcher is down to Paul Bako and Koyie Hill. The other catcher that is still at camp is Mark Johnson but he can't hit. Paul Bako has been hitting better lately and Koyie Hill in my opinion is the favorite to win.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs killed the Oakland Athletics 20-5.
These players will make the team for sure:
Ryan Theriot went 3for 3 with 2 singles, triple, walk and 2 rbi's.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a rbi.
Derek Lee went 2 for 5 with a single, homerun, rbi and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 2 for 4 with 2 doubles, rbi and 2 strikeouts.
Reed Johnson went 2 for 3 with a single, double and 3 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 4.1 innings and gave up 3 hits, 1 run, 1 walk and 6 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 0.2 innings and gave up 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Aaron Heilman pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 1 walk.
Neal Cotts pitch 0.1 inning and gave up 4 hits, 3 runs, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Notables:
Jake Fox went 3 for 5 with 3 singles, 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
Paul Bako went 4 for 4 with 2 singles, double, homerun and 3 rbi's.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
David Patton pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
I will keep you updated.
According to the Tribune, Lou Pinella is expected to name the closer on the coming week.
There is talk Rich Harden might be skipped the first time around. Ted Lilly is a little behind in his work than the pitching staff because of the WBC.
Luis Vizcaino should be in the bullpen to start the season because of his big contract. Chad Gaudin might be the long relief man in the bullpen.
Saturday, Larry Rothschild said that Chad Gaudin will pitch Tuesday and then decide what they are going to do with him.
I think Chad Gaudin and Angel Guzman will take the final 2 spots in the bullpen and auction them for trade bait.
The race for backup catcher is down to Paul Bako and Koyie Hill. The other catcher that is still at camp is Mark Johnson but he can't hit. Paul Bako has been hitting better lately and Koyie Hill in my opinion is the favorite to win.
Spring Training Recap:
The Cubs killed the Oakland Athletics 20-5.
These players will make the team for sure:
Ryan Theriot went 3for 3 with 2 singles, triple, walk and 2 rbi's.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a rbi.
Derek Lee went 2 for 5 with a single, homerun, rbi and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 2 for 4 with 2 doubles, rbi and 2 strikeouts.
Reed Johnson went 2 for 3 with a single, double and 3 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 4.1 innings and gave up 3 hits, 1 run, 1 walk and 6 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 0.2 innings and gave up 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Aaron Heilman pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 1 walk.
Neal Cotts pitch 0.1 inning and gave up 4 hits, 3 runs, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Notables:
Jake Fox went 3 for 5 with 3 singles, 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
Paul Bako went 4 for 4 with 2 singles, double, homerun and 3 rbi's.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
David Patton pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
I will keep you updated.
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Spring Training Update
Recap of spring training game:
The Cubs beat the Seattle Mariners 5-3.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 3 with a single, 2 rbi's and a walk.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 3 with a rbi.
Derek lee went 1 for 2 with a double and a walk.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 3 with a walk and a double.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single abd a strikeout.
Geovany Soto went 0 for 1 with 2 walks.
Joey Gathright went o for 3 with a walk and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 1.
Carlos Zambrano went 1 for 2 with a double.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 6 innings and gave up 4 hits, 1 run and 6 strikeouts.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Notables:
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single and a rbi.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
I will keep you posted.
The Cubs beat the Seattle Mariners 5-3.
These players will make the team for sure.
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 3 with a single, 2 rbi's and a walk.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 3 with a rbi.
Derek lee went 1 for 2 with a double and a walk.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 3 with a walk and a double.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single abd a strikeout.
Geovany Soto went 0 for 1 with 2 walks.
Joey Gathright went o for 3 with a walk and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 1.
Carlos Zambrano went 1 for 2 with a double.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 6 innings and gave up 4 hits, 1 run and 6 strikeouts.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Notables:
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single and a rbi.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
I will keep you posted.
Corey Koskie Retires, Hot Bats
According to the Chicago Sun Times, Corey Koskie retired today. Koskie will not try to make his comeback with the Chicago Cubs. Last week Koskie left a game, when he said he was not feeling good. This is from Cubs.com of what Koskie said, "You get caught up in what if I came back -- it'd be a great story," he said. "The big story is I had the opportunity to play. But is it really worth it to play?"
Spring Training recap:
The Cubs beat the White Sox 13-2.
These players will make the team for sure:
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 3 with a single, homerun and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 2 with a double and a walk.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 3 with a single, homerun and 3 rbi's.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 4 with a single and a rbi.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a single and a walk.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 4.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 1 with a walk and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 5 innings and gave up 5 hits, 2 runs and 3 strikeouts.
Jeff Samardjzija pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and 2 strikeouts.
Notables:
Jake Fox went 3 for 6 with a single, double, homerun, 5 rbi's and a strikeout.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
Notes:
Ted Lilly and Kosuke Fukudome will be at camp later this week.
Lou Pinella said he wants Geovany Soto to loose about 5 pounds.
Jim Hendry is now searching for a backup third baseman for Aramis Ramirez.
I will always keep you posted.
Spring Training recap:
The Cubs beat the White Sox 13-2.
These players will make the team for sure:
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 3 with a single, homerun and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 2 with a double and a walk.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 3 with a single, homerun and 3 rbi's.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 4 with a single and a rbi.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a single and a walk.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 4.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 1 with a walk and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 5 innings and gave up 5 hits, 2 runs and 3 strikeouts.
Jeff Samardjzija pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and 2 strikeouts.
Notables:
Jake Fox went 3 for 6 with a single, double, homerun, 5 rbi's and a strikeout.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
Notes:
Ted Lilly and Kosuke Fukudome will be at camp later this week.
Lou Pinella said he wants Geovany Soto to loose about 5 pounds.
Jim Hendry is now searching for a backup third baseman for Aramis Ramirez.
I will always keep you posted.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Corey Koskie, Spring Training
Corey Koskie News:
According to multiple sources, Koskie will make his decision on Saturday if he will try to make his comeback with the Cubs. Koskie "went home to ponder his future" after meeting with Cubs trainers on Friday. Yesterday Koskie was replaced by Bobby Scales after leaving in the third inning when he was not feeling good.
According to the Tribune, "The Cubs have not made an official diagnosis, but Koskie's history of concussions, combined with Thursday's episode, could make his decision simple."
According to the Tribune, Esteban German is not going to make the opening day roster. That now leaves Aaron Miles or Mike Fontenot as Ramirez's backup.
Spring Training recap:
The Cubs beat the Padres 5-3.
These players will make the team for sure:
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 4 with 2 singles.
Ryan Theriot went 2 for 3 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with a rbi.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 3 with 2 singles, rbi and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 3 with 2 singles.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Geovany Soto went 0 for 2 with a walk and 2 strikeouts.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 1.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 1 with a homerun and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Carlos Marmol pitch 2 innings and struck out 1.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1.1 innings and gave up 1 hit and 3 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted.
According to multiple sources, Koskie will make his decision on Saturday if he will try to make his comeback with the Cubs. Koskie "went home to ponder his future" after meeting with Cubs trainers on Friday. Yesterday Koskie was replaced by Bobby Scales after leaving in the third inning when he was not feeling good.
According to the Tribune, "The Cubs have not made an official diagnosis, but Koskie's history of concussions, combined with Thursday's episode, could make his decision simple."
According to the Tribune, Esteban German is not going to make the opening day roster. That now leaves Aaron Miles or Mike Fontenot as Ramirez's backup.
Spring Training recap:
The Cubs beat the Padres 5-3.
These players will make the team for sure:
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 4 with 2 singles.
Ryan Theriot went 2 for 3 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with a rbi.
Milton Bradley went 2 for 3 with 2 singles, rbi and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 3 with 2 singles.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Geovany Soto went 0 for 2 with a walk and 2 strikeouts.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 1.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 1 with a homerun and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Carlos Marmol pitch 2 innings and struck out 1.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1.1 innings and gave up 1 hit and 3 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Ownership, Bruce Miles, Spring Training
Breaking News: Lou Pinella named Sean Marshall the 5th starter.
According to Cubs.com the Cubs will carry 12 pitchers into the season. This includes Zambrano, Dempster, Lilly, Harden. Marshall, Cotts, Marmol, Gregg, Heilman. Other canidates Gaudin, Patton, Vizcaino, Guzman, Samardzija and wells.
Also according to Cubs.com Lou Pinella told Jeff Samardzija that he still has a chance to make the bullpen on opening day.
Ownership news:
Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times talked to Cubs chairman Crane Kenney, who anticipates payroll room to make moves around the July trading deadline. The team's revenue sources have remained strong for the most part.
It sounds like the Cubs' new ownership will be in place before the deadline. In another article, Wittenmyer quotes Kenney as saying the Tribune and the Ricketts family are "very close to the terms of their deal," which could be wrapped up in May.
Bruce Miles Notes:
Bruce Miles said a new face of the Cubs franchise. First it was Ryne Sangberg then Sammy Sosa and for the last 10 years it was Kerry Wood. Now all them do not play for the Cubs anymore, Miles said that Ryan Dempster is the "total package" and could be the next face of the Cubs franchise. He said Derek Lee is a quiet leader and did not mention Alfonso Soriano. He also said Carlos Zambrano "has seniority, but he's had his ups and downs with teammates, managers, the media and fans." The argument against Zambrano being the 'the top Cub' is justified. Big Z has had the loudest ovations when announced at the Cubs convention the last 3 years.
WBC News:
Geovany Soto should be at camp after the loss to the USA.
The USA has no first baseman after Youklis sprained his ankle and Lee was there other first baseman on the roster even after he said I'm not doing it and he is other day to day with a injury and said he won't play for USA.
Spring Training recap:
The Cubs beat the Seattle Mariners 9-2.
These players will make the team for sure:
Aaron Miles went 3 for 4 with a single and 2 doubles.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 4 with a homerun, 3 rbi’s and 2 strikeouts.
Reed Johnson went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and 2 strikeouts.
Joey Gathright went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
Pitchers:
Aaron Heilman pitch 3.2 innings and gave up 4 hits, 1run, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Notables:
Corey Koskie went 0 for 2.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
According to Cubs.com the Cubs will carry 12 pitchers into the season. This includes Zambrano, Dempster, Lilly, Harden. Marshall, Cotts, Marmol, Gregg, Heilman. Other canidates Gaudin, Patton, Vizcaino, Guzman, Samardzija and wells.
Also according to Cubs.com Lou Pinella told Jeff Samardzija that he still has a chance to make the bullpen on opening day.
Ownership news:
Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times talked to Cubs chairman Crane Kenney, who anticipates payroll room to make moves around the July trading deadline. The team's revenue sources have remained strong for the most part.
It sounds like the Cubs' new ownership will be in place before the deadline. In another article, Wittenmyer quotes Kenney as saying the Tribune and the Ricketts family are "very close to the terms of their deal," which could be wrapped up in May.
Bruce Miles Notes:
Bruce Miles said a new face of the Cubs franchise. First it was Ryne Sangberg then Sammy Sosa and for the last 10 years it was Kerry Wood. Now all them do not play for the Cubs anymore, Miles said that Ryan Dempster is the "total package" and could be the next face of the Cubs franchise. He said Derek Lee is a quiet leader and did not mention Alfonso Soriano. He also said Carlos Zambrano "has seniority, but he's had his ups and downs with teammates, managers, the media and fans." The argument against Zambrano being the 'the top Cub' is justified. Big Z has had the loudest ovations when announced at the Cubs convention the last 3 years.
WBC News:
Geovany Soto should be at camp after the loss to the USA.
The USA has no first baseman after Youklis sprained his ankle and Lee was there other first baseman on the roster even after he said I'm not doing it and he is other day to day with a injury and said he won't play for USA.
Spring Training recap:
The Cubs beat the Seattle Mariners 9-2.
These players will make the team for sure:
Aaron Miles went 3 for 4 with a single and 2 doubles.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 4 with a homerun, 3 rbi’s and 2 strikeouts.
Reed Johnson went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and 2 strikeouts.
Joey Gathright went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
Pitchers:
Aaron Heilman pitch 3.2 innings and gave up 4 hits, 1run, 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Notables:
Corey Koskie went 0 for 2.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Bullpen Lost, 2 more cut.
Recap of spring training game:
Thesw players will make the team for sure:
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 4 with a single, homerun, rbi and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 1 with 2 walks and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 4 with a triple, rbi, walk and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a rbi.
Joey Gathright went 2 for 4 with 2 singles, rbi, walk and 2 stolen bases.
The Cubs reassigned Esmailin Caridad and Ken Kadokura to minor league camp.
Thesw players will make the team for sure:
Alfonso Soriano went 2 for 4 with a single, homerun, rbi and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 1 with 2 walks and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 4 with a triple, rbi, walk and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a rbi.
Joey Gathright went 2 for 4 with 2 singles, rbi, walk and 2 stolen bases.
The Cubs reassigned Esmailin Caridad and Ken Kadokura to minor league camp.
Retiring Number 31
On May 3rd the Cubs are set to retire number 31in honor of Hall of Fame pitcher Ferguson Jenkins and future Hall of Famer and Greg Maddux.
That is a good honor for them and will always be on of the best pitchers in the game.
That is a good honor for them and will always be on of the best pitchers in the game.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
All Zambrano and roster Cuts
Recap of spring training game 21:
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 2 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a rbi.
Jake Fox went 1 for 5 with a single.
Reed Johnson went 3 for 4 with a triple, double and 2 rbi's.
So Taguchi went 0 for 3.
Corey Koskie went 1 for 2 with a double and a walk.
Esteban Herman went 0 for 0 with 2 walks.
Koyie Hill went 4 for 5 with 3 singles, homerun and 2 rbi's.
Carlos Zambrano went 2 for 3 with a double, homerun and 4 rbi;s.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 5 innigs and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs, 2 walks and 1 strikeout.
Sean Marshall pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Roster Cuts:
According to Cubs.com The Cubs optioned Mitch Atkins, Justin Berg and Jeff Stevens to Triple-A Iowa and optioned Marcos Mateo to Double-A Tennessee. The Cubs also assigned five non-roster invitees to minor league camp Welington Castillo, Darwin Barney, Luis Rivas, Doug Deeds and Jason Dubois.
Lou Pinella said that the closer and backup catcher job will be cleared up bu the end of the week.
I will keep you posted.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 2 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a rbi.
Jake Fox went 1 for 5 with a single.
Reed Johnson went 3 for 4 with a triple, double and 2 rbi's.
So Taguchi went 0 for 3.
Corey Koskie went 1 for 2 with a double and a walk.
Esteban Herman went 0 for 0 with 2 walks.
Koyie Hill went 4 for 5 with 3 singles, homerun and 2 rbi's.
Carlos Zambrano went 2 for 3 with a double, homerun and 4 rbi;s.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 5 innigs and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs, 2 walks and 1 strikeout.
Sean Marshall pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Roster Cuts:
According to Cubs.com The Cubs optioned Mitch Atkins, Justin Berg and Jeff Stevens to Triple-A Iowa and optioned Marcos Mateo to Double-A Tennessee. The Cubs also assigned five non-roster invitees to minor league camp Welington Castillo, Darwin Barney, Luis Rivas, Doug Deeds and Jason Dubois.
Lou Pinella said that the closer and backup catcher job will be cleared up bu the end of the week.
I will keep you posted.
Monday, March 16, 2009
Spring Training Game 18
Recap of spring training game 18:
The Cubs
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 3 for 3 with a single and a double.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 3 with a single, homerun and a rbi.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a double and a strikeout.
Paul Bako went 1 for2 2 with a single and a rbi.
Jake Fox went 1 for 1 with a double.
So Taguchi went 0 for 2.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 2.
Pitchers:
Jeff Samardzija pitch 2 innings and gave up 5 hits, 5 runs, 3 walks and 1 strikeout.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
I will keep you posted.
The Cubs
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 3 for 3 with a single and a double.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 3 with a single, homerun and a rbi.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a double and a strikeout.
Paul Bako went 1 for2 2 with a single and a rbi.
Jake Fox went 1 for 1 with a double.
So Taguchi went 0 for 2.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 2.
Pitchers:
Jeff Samardzija pitch 2 innings and gave up 5 hits, 5 runs, 3 walks and 1 strikeout.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 walk and 1 strikeout.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
I will keep you posted.
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Spring Training Game 17
Recap of spring Training game 17:
The Cubs beat the Diamondbacks 10-7.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Joey Gathright went 2 for 5 with 2 singles, strikeout and 3 stolen bases.
So Taguchi went 2 for 2 with a single, double and a rbi.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 3 with a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 5 with a homerun. 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 1 for 3 with a double and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with a single, homerun and a rbi.
Esteban German went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Pitchers:
Rich Harden pitch 2.2 innings and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs, 3 walks and 3 strikeouts.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Jose Ascaino pitch 0.2 innings and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs and 1 walk.
I will update on tomorrows game to.
The Cubs beat the Diamondbacks 10-7.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Joey Gathright went 2 for 5 with 2 singles, strikeout and 3 stolen bases.
So Taguchi went 2 for 2 with a single, double and a rbi.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 3 with a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 5 with a homerun. 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 1 for 3 with a double and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with a single, homerun and a rbi.
Esteban German went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Pitchers:
Rich Harden pitch 2.2 innings and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs, 3 walks and 3 strikeouts.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Jose Ascaino pitch 0.2 innings and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs and 1 walk.
I will update on tomorrows game to.
Sunday News
Lou Pinella said that Mike Fontenot has one the starting job over Aaron Miles.
He also said if the spring ended the stating lineup would be:
1 Alfonso Soriano
2 Kosuke Fukudome
3 Derek lee
4 Milton Bradley
5 Aramis Ramirez
6 Mike Fontrnot
7 Geovany Soto
8 Ryan Theriot
9 Carlos Zambrano
Kevin Gregg was asked about closing games and he said he would love to close games for Lou Pinella.
According to Cubs.com, Corey Koskie passed the physical and workout with the Cubs on Saturday mourning.
Lou Pinella is leaning toward picking Sean Marshall and Lou Pinella said he would like Aaron Heilman in the 7th inning.
According to the Tribune, the next cuts are coming on Monday with at least 8 people.
According to Bruce Miles Angel Guzman is unliely to make the team on opeining day. Guzman is out of options, the Cubs will have to trade him or risk losing their one-time top-pitching prospect for nothing.
I will keep you posted on the latest Cubs news.
He also said if the spring ended the stating lineup would be:
1 Alfonso Soriano
2 Kosuke Fukudome
3 Derek lee
4 Milton Bradley
5 Aramis Ramirez
6 Mike Fontrnot
7 Geovany Soto
8 Ryan Theriot
9 Carlos Zambrano
Kevin Gregg was asked about closing games and he said he would love to close games for Lou Pinella.
According to Cubs.com, Corey Koskie passed the physical and workout with the Cubs on Saturday mourning.
Lou Pinella is leaning toward picking Sean Marshall and Lou Pinella said he would like Aaron Heilman in the 7th inning.
According to the Tribune, the next cuts are coming on Monday with at least 8 people.
According to Bruce Miles Angel Guzman is unliely to make the team on opeining day. Guzman is out of options, the Cubs will have to trade him or risk losing their one-time top-pitching prospect for nothing.
I will keep you posted on the latest Cubs news.
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Cubs Notes, Sprrng Training
This is notes on the Cubs front:
According to the Tribune, Aaron Miles will be back in a couple games due to a soar back.
According to the Tribune, Corey Koskie is at camp but might not play for a couple games.
According to Bruce Levine, Jose Ascaino's stock is raising while Chad Gaudin's stock is falling.
Bruce Miles says Mike Fontenot has all but lock up the second base starting job.
Lou Pinella said that Sean Marshall is the favorite to win the 5th spot in the rotation. This is the quote said:
"He has done absolutely nothing to hurt his chances," Piniella said. "He's throwing the ball as well as I've seen him throw it. He came in here as the front-runner and, truthfully, he hasn't lost that status."
Hot Stove Cubbies said that the Cubs were offered Nick Swisher for Kosuke Fukudome. I am happy Jim Hendry never did that because Swisher has low average and Kosuke can hit in the 380's, more speed and a better defender.
Recap of spring training game 16:
Theses players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 3 for 3 with a single and a double.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single and a rbi.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a double, rbi and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
Esteban German went 0 for 2.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a single and a rbi.
Paul Bako went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Aaron Heilman pitch 2 innings and gave up 5 hits 1 run, 1 walk and a 1 strikeout.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and 2 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 ining and gave up 3 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks and 1 strikeout.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
According to the Tribune, Aaron Miles will be back in a couple games due to a soar back.
According to the Tribune, Corey Koskie is at camp but might not play for a couple games.
According to Bruce Levine, Jose Ascaino's stock is raising while Chad Gaudin's stock is falling.
Bruce Miles says Mike Fontenot has all but lock up the second base starting job.
Lou Pinella said that Sean Marshall is the favorite to win the 5th spot in the rotation. This is the quote said:
"He has done absolutely nothing to hurt his chances," Piniella said. "He's throwing the ball as well as I've seen him throw it. He came in here as the front-runner and, truthfully, he hasn't lost that status."
Hot Stove Cubbies said that the Cubs were offered Nick Swisher for Kosuke Fukudome. I am happy Jim Hendry never did that because Swisher has low average and Kosuke can hit in the 380's, more speed and a better defender.
Recap of spring training game 16:
Theses players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 3 for 3 with a single and a double.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single and a rbi.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a double, rbi and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
Esteban German went 0 for 2.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a single and a rbi.
Paul Bako went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Aaron Heilman pitch 2 innings and gave up 5 hits 1 run, 1 walk and a 1 strikeout.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and 2 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 ining and gave up 3 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks and 1 strikeout.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Split Squad Games, Sign Player, Roster Cuts
According to a Press Release, the Cubs sign IF Esteban German to a minor league deal. German was released by the Royals last week after clearing waivers. German will also compete for a starting job at third, he also played 6 position mainly second but also played third before in his career.
The also made 5 cuts today and send them down to the minor leagues and they are OF Richie Robnett, pitchers J. R. Mathes, Brian Schlitter, and Matt Smith, and Catcher Steve Clevenger.
The Cubs had there final split squad game if the spring with splitting 1 of 3.
The first game, the Cubs beat the Mariners 8-1. These players will make the team or might make the team.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 1 with a walk.
Jake Fox went 0 for 1.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 2 with a single, rbi and a walk.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi walk and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 4 with a single, rbi and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 4.1 innings and gave up 3 hits, 1 run, walk and 3 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 0.2 innings and gave up a hit.
Jose Ascaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
The Cubs lost the second game 8-2 against the Angels. These players will make the team or might make the team.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 4 with 2 strikeouts.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 3 with a single.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
So Taguchi went 0 for 3 with a walk and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Chad Gaudin pitch 1.2 innings and gave up 5 hits, 6 runs and 4 walks.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
I will always keep you updated.
The also made 5 cuts today and send them down to the minor leagues and they are OF Richie Robnett, pitchers J. R. Mathes, Brian Schlitter, and Matt Smith, and Catcher Steve Clevenger.
The Cubs had there final split squad game if the spring with splitting 1 of 3.
The first game, the Cubs beat the Mariners 8-1. These players will make the team or might make the team.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 1 with a walk.
Jake Fox went 0 for 1.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 2 with a single, rbi and a walk.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single, rbi walk and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 4 with a single, rbi and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 4.1 innings and gave up 3 hits, 1 run, walk and 3 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 0.2 innings and gave up a hit.
Jose Ascaino pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
The Cubs lost the second game 8-2 against the Angels. These players will make the team or might make the team.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 4 with 2 strikeouts.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 3 with a single.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
So Taguchi went 0 for 3 with a walk and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Chad Gaudin pitch 1.2 innings and gave up 5 hits, 6 runs and 4 walks.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
I will always keep you updated.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Spring Spring Training Game 16
Recap of spring training game 16:
Before I start with the stats Carlos Zambrano got the nod for opening day start. The Cubs will skip the 5th starter by going with Zambrano, Dempster, Lilly and Harden then going back to Zambrano. According to Cubs.com Ryan Dempster was a little disappointed to not start on opening day.
Lou Pinella told Kosuke Fukudome that he will play CF and bat 2nd on opening day.
The Cubs lost to Japan 3-2.
These players will make the team or might the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 3.
Derek Lee went 1 for 2 with a double, walk and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 2 with 2 singles.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single and 2 walks.
So Taguchi went 1 for 2 with a double and a rbi.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a double. and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 1 for 2 with a double.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 4 innings and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and a strikeout.
Neal Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and a strikeout.
I will keep you posted.
Before I start with the stats Carlos Zambrano got the nod for opening day start. The Cubs will skip the 5th starter by going with Zambrano, Dempster, Lilly and Harden then going back to Zambrano. According to Cubs.com Ryan Dempster was a little disappointed to not start on opening day.
Lou Pinella told Kosuke Fukudome that he will play CF and bat 2nd on opening day.
The Cubs lost to Japan 3-2.
These players will make the team or might the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 3.
Derek Lee went 1 for 2 with a double, walk and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 2 with 2 singles.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Paul Bako went 1 for 1 with a single and 2 walks.
So Taguchi went 1 for 2 with a double and a rbi.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a double. and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 1 for 2 with a double.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 4 innings and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and a strikeout.
Neal Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and a strikeout.
I will keep you posted.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
My 25 Man Roster
The Cubs are off today but will be back to action tomorrow against the Japan Team.
This is my 25 man roster with 12 pitchers:
C Geovany Soto
C Koyie Hill- outplaying Bako as of right now.
1B Derek Lee
1B Micah Hoffpauir- has a hot bat as of right now.
2B Mike Fontenot- will be starter over Aaron Miles on opening day.
2B Aaron Miles
3B Aramis Ramirez
SS Ryan Theriot
OF Alfonso Soriano
OF Milton Bradley
OF Kosuke Fukudome
OF Reed Johnson
OF Joey Gathright- has the speed, defense and is swinging pretty good as of right now.
P Carlor Zambrano
P Ryan Dempster
P Rich Harden
P Ted Lilly
P Aaron Heilman- he is a starter and not a relief pitcher and the Cubs need another lefty in the bullpen and that is Sean Marshall.
CL Kevin Gregg- I don't think he will out pitch Marmol for the job but Marmol is the best setup man in a ll of baseball.
SU Carlos Marmol
LH Neil Cotts
RH Angel Guzman or Jose Ascaino- I pick Ascaino because the cubs will have a harder time to trade Ascaino and Guzman is young and teams are looking at him.
LR Sean Marshall
LR Chad Gaudin
LR Jeff Samardzija
My 25 man roster with 11 pitchers:
C Geovany Soto
C Koyie Hill- outplaying Bako as of right now.
1B Derek Lee
1B Micah Hoffpauir- has a hot bat as of right now.
2B Mike Fontenot- will be starter over Aaron Miles on opening day.
2B Aaron Miles
3B Aramis Ramirez
3B Jake Fox or Corey Koskie- I pick Fox because he has a good bat and Koskie hasn't played in about 2 years or so.
SS Ryan Theriot
OF Alfonso Soriano
OF Milton Bradley
OF Kosuke Fukudome
OF Reed Johnson
OF Joey Gathright- has the speed, defense and is swinging pretty good as of right now.
P Carlor Zambrano
P Ryan Dempster
P Rich Harden
P Ted Lilly
P Aaron Heilman- he is a starter and not a relief pitcher and the Cubs need another lefty in the bullpen and that is Sean Marshall.
CL Kevin Gregg- I don't think he will out pitch Marmol for the job but Marmol is the best setup man in a ll of baseball.
SU Carlos Marmol
LH Neil Cotts
LR Sean Marshall
LR Chad Gaudin
LR Jeff Samardzija
Potential Call ups:
Luis Vizcaino- My guess is he will be traded or released.
David Patton- He is probably one of the best relief pitchers for the Cubs this spring training but I still think he is to inexpierence in the majors.
Waddell- He has pitching good to but also is out of options.
Angel Guzman- I think he will be traded before the season starts or in the beginning of the season.
Jose Ascaino- I like this guy and I wish he can make the team.
Kevin Hart- This guy has shown me nothing and I doubt he will be on the top to be called up to the majors.
That is my 25 man rosters and if you like something or dislike something leave a comment.
This is my 25 man roster with 12 pitchers:
C Geovany Soto
C Koyie Hill- outplaying Bako as of right now.
1B Derek Lee
1B Micah Hoffpauir- has a hot bat as of right now.
2B Mike Fontenot- will be starter over Aaron Miles on opening day.
2B Aaron Miles
3B Aramis Ramirez
SS Ryan Theriot
OF Alfonso Soriano
OF Milton Bradley
OF Kosuke Fukudome
OF Reed Johnson
OF Joey Gathright- has the speed, defense and is swinging pretty good as of right now.
P Carlor Zambrano
P Ryan Dempster
P Rich Harden
P Ted Lilly
P Aaron Heilman- he is a starter and not a relief pitcher and the Cubs need another lefty in the bullpen and that is Sean Marshall.
CL Kevin Gregg- I don't think he will out pitch Marmol for the job but Marmol is the best setup man in a ll of baseball.
SU Carlos Marmol
LH Neil Cotts
RH Angel Guzman or Jose Ascaino- I pick Ascaino because the cubs will have a harder time to trade Ascaino and Guzman is young and teams are looking at him.
LR Sean Marshall
LR Chad Gaudin
LR Jeff Samardzija
My 25 man roster with 11 pitchers:
C Geovany Soto
C Koyie Hill- outplaying Bako as of right now.
1B Derek Lee
1B Micah Hoffpauir- has a hot bat as of right now.
2B Mike Fontenot- will be starter over Aaron Miles on opening day.
2B Aaron Miles
3B Aramis Ramirez
3B Jake Fox or Corey Koskie- I pick Fox because he has a good bat and Koskie hasn't played in about 2 years or so.
SS Ryan Theriot
OF Alfonso Soriano
OF Milton Bradley
OF Kosuke Fukudome
OF Reed Johnson
OF Joey Gathright- has the speed, defense and is swinging pretty good as of right now.
P Carlor Zambrano
P Ryan Dempster
P Rich Harden
P Ted Lilly
P Aaron Heilman- he is a starter and not a relief pitcher and the Cubs need another lefty in the bullpen and that is Sean Marshall.
CL Kevin Gregg- I don't think he will out pitch Marmol for the job but Marmol is the best setup man in a ll of baseball.
SU Carlos Marmol
LH Neil Cotts
LR Sean Marshall
LR Chad Gaudin
LR Jeff Samardzija
Potential Call ups:
Luis Vizcaino- My guess is he will be traded or released.
David Patton- He is probably one of the best relief pitchers for the Cubs this spring training but I still think he is to inexpierence in the majors.
Waddell- He has pitching good to but also is out of options.
Angel Guzman- I think he will be traded before the season starts or in the beginning of the season.
Jose Ascaino- I like this guy and I wish he can make the team.
Kevin Hart- This guy has shown me nothing and I doubt he will be on the top to be called up to the majors.
That is my 25 man rosters and if you like something or dislike something leave a comment.
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Milton Bradley Comments
Thhis is comments Bradley said to Gil Lebreton of the Fort Worth Telegram: When he said the Rangers wouldn't committ to him.
"My agent was saying that Jon Daniels was telling him, 'There are days when he doesn’t want to play because of his health.' Well, you can get a healthy guy to go out there and play 162 games, but he won’t do what I did in 120."
Lebreton also said Bradley was right of what he said die to what he did last years in numbers.
"If I'm being paid, and I've got the commitment to me that I give to them, you make more of an effort to be out there every day. When you're on one-year deals constantly, you've got to put up as good numbers as you can. When you have days where you’re not feeling like you can contribute, you're not going to go out there, because you’re not going to want your numbers to suck. So, if you're in a situation like I am now, if they want me to go out there when I'm feeling a little banged up, I've got no problem doing that because they've made the commitment to me."
That is some news I should past.
"My agent was saying that Jon Daniels was telling him, 'There are days when he doesn’t want to play because of his health.' Well, you can get a healthy guy to go out there and play 162 games, but he won’t do what I did in 120."
Lebreton also said Bradley was right of what he said die to what he did last years in numbers.
"If I'm being paid, and I've got the commitment to me that I give to them, you make more of an effort to be out there every day. When you're on one-year deals constantly, you've got to put up as good numbers as you can. When you have days where you’re not feeling like you can contribute, you're not going to go out there, because you’re not going to want your numbers to suck. So, if you're in a situation like I am now, if they want me to go out there when I'm feeling a little banged up, I've got no problem doing that because they've made the commitment to me."
That is some news I should past.
Spring Spring Training Game 14
Recap of spring training game 14:
The Cubs beat the Seattle Mariners 8-1.
These players will make the team or migh make the team:
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single and a walk.
Aaron Miles went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with 2 strikeouts.
Jake Fox went 1 for 4 with a double and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a double, rbi, walk and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 0 for 3.
Koyie Hill went 2 for 4 with a double, single and a rbi.
So Taguchi went 1 for 3 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Rich Harden pitch 3 innings and gave up 2 hits and a trikeout.
Ryan Dempster pitch 3 innings and gave up 2 hits and 2 strikeouts.
Aaron Heilman pitch 3 innigs and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 5 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted.
The Cubs beat the Seattle Mariners 8-1.
These players will make the team or migh make the team:
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single and a walk.
Aaron Miles went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with 2 strikeouts.
Jake Fox went 1 for 4 with a double and a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 1 for 3 with a double, rbi, walk and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 0 for 3.
Koyie Hill went 2 for 4 with a double, single and a rbi.
So Taguchi went 1 for 3 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Rich Harden pitch 3 innings and gave up 2 hits and a trikeout.
Ryan Dempster pitch 3 innings and gave up 2 hits and 2 strikeouts.
Aaron Heilman pitch 3 innigs and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 5 strikeouts.
I will keep you posted.
Luis Vizcaino and Bobby Crosby.
According to a report from the Tribune, Luis Vizcaino is in the most danger of losing his spot in the bullpen. Lou Pinella told the Mainstream Media on Monday, that one of the locks could pitch them out of a spot.
Pinella's quote from the Tribune ""We're going to take the pitchers that are pitching the best here. I think it's probably going to be harder to earn a spot, and easier to lose it."
The Tribune also mentioned that the Cubs might explore a trade for Oakland A's shortstop Bobby Crosby which could include Vizcaino and a prospect. The A's probably want to dump Crosby due to he has no where on the team. Crosby already said he wants a starting job and the Cubs don't have that.
Paul Sullivan reported that it will be hard to trade Luis Vizcaino due to his contract. Vizcaino is owed 3.5 million this year with a 500.000 buyout on a 4 million club option for 2010.
If Vizcaino is traded it could open spots for Jeff Samardzija and guys like Jason Waddell could be battling for the last bullpen spot according to the Tribune.
Pinella's quote from the Tribune ""We're going to take the pitchers that are pitching the best here. I think it's probably going to be harder to earn a spot, and easier to lose it."
The Tribune also mentioned that the Cubs might explore a trade for Oakland A's shortstop Bobby Crosby which could include Vizcaino and a prospect. The A's probably want to dump Crosby due to he has no where on the team. Crosby already said he wants a starting job and the Cubs don't have that.
Paul Sullivan reported that it will be hard to trade Luis Vizcaino due to his contract. Vizcaino is owed 3.5 million this year with a 500.000 buyout on a 4 million club option for 2010.
If Vizcaino is traded it could open spots for Jeff Samardzija and guys like Jason Waddell could be battling for the last bullpen spot according to the Tribune.
Monday, March 9, 2009
Spring Training Game 14
Recap of Spring training game 14:
The Cubs beat the Kansas City Royals 9-1.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 4 with a homerun, 2 rbi's.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 3 with a homerun, double, walk and 2 rbi's.
Derek Lee went 1 for 4 with a single and a rbi.
Milton Bradley went 0 for 3 with a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 2 for 4 with a double, single and 2 strikeouts.
Aaron Miles went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 2 for 4 with 2 singles.
Joey Gathright went 1 for 3 with a single, walk, rbi and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Chad Gaudin pitch 2 innings and gave up 1 hit and a strikeout.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 3 innings and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Wbc players:
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 3 with a single for Japan.
Geovany Soto did not play for Puerto Rico and Corey Koskie did not play for Canada.
Ted Lilly is going to start for the United States tomorrow.
Carlos Marmol did not pitch 2 day ago for the Dominican republic.
I will keep you posted.
The Cubs beat the Kansas City Royals 9-1.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 4 with a homerun, 2 rbi's.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 3 with a homerun, double, walk and 2 rbi's.
Derek Lee went 1 for 4 with a single and a rbi.
Milton Bradley went 0 for 3 with a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 2 for 4 with a double, single and 2 strikeouts.
Aaron Miles went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 2 for 4 with 2 singles.
Joey Gathright went 1 for 3 with a single, walk, rbi and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Chad Gaudin pitch 2 innings and gave up 1 hit and a strikeout.
Jeff Samardzija pitch 3 innings and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Wbc players:
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 3 with a single for Japan.
Geovany Soto did not play for Puerto Rico and Corey Koskie did not play for Canada.
Ted Lilly is going to start for the United States tomorrow.
Carlos Marmol did not pitch 2 day ago for the Dominican republic.
I will keep you posted.
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Spring Training Game 12
Recap of spring training game 12:
The Cubs lost to the Texas Rangers 7-2.
These players will make the team or might make the team.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 2 with a walk and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 2 with a walk, rbi, and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 1 with a single.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a single.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 2 with a double and a single.
Reed Johnson went 0 for 4.
Aaron Miles went 1 for 4 with a single.
Koyie Hill went 2 for 2 with a double, single and a walk.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 4 innings and gave up 2 hits and 3 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 0.2 innings and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs and 3 walks.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and 3 strikeouts.
Kevin Hart pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks and a strikeout.
I will keep you posted.
The Cubs lost to the Texas Rangers 7-2.
These players will make the team or might make the team.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 2 with a walk and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 2 with a walk, rbi, and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 1 with a single.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a single.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 2 with a double and a single.
Reed Johnson went 0 for 4.
Aaron Miles went 1 for 4 with a single.
Koyie Hill went 2 for 2 with a double, single and a walk.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 4 innings and gave up 2 hits and 3 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 0.2 innings and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs and 3 walks.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit and 3 strikeouts.
Kevin Hart pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 4 runs, 2 walks and a strikeout.
I will keep you posted.
Spring Training Game 11, Roster Cuts, Jake Peavy
Recap of spring training game 11:
The Cubs lost 2-0 against the Milwaukee Brewers.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 4 with a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Carlos Zambrano went 1 for 1 with a single.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 3 innings and gave up 4 hits, 2 runs and 5 strikeouts.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
The Cubs have cut Ed Campusano, Rocky Roquet and Andrew Cashner and returned them to the minors. Now the Cubs are down to 57 and not 60. Andrew Cashner has a strained oblique.
Jake Peavy News:
Accorsing to Karl Ravech the Cubs will start the Jake Peavy talks or another player into the season when the ownership is resolve. He also expects the Cubs to do something in the the playoffs. The Cubs were in his top 5 of stroylines of major league baseball.
WBC News:
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning for the Dominican Republic and struck out all 3 he faced.
Geovany Soto went 2 for 4 with a double, single and a rbi.
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 4 with a single.
I will keep you posted on everything on the Cubs.
The Cubs lost 2-0 against the Milwaukee Brewers.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 4 with a single and a strikeout.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 4 with a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Carlos Zambrano went 1 for 1 with a single.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 3 innings and gave up 4 hits, 2 runs and 5 strikeouts.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
The Cubs have cut Ed Campusano, Rocky Roquet and Andrew Cashner and returned them to the minors. Now the Cubs are down to 57 and not 60. Andrew Cashner has a strained oblique.
Jake Peavy News:
Accorsing to Karl Ravech the Cubs will start the Jake Peavy talks or another player into the season when the ownership is resolve. He also expects the Cubs to do something in the the playoffs. The Cubs were in his top 5 of stroylines of major league baseball.
WBC News:
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning for the Dominican Republic and struck out all 3 he faced.
Geovany Soto went 2 for 4 with a double, single and a rbi.
Kosuke Fukudome went 1 for 4 with a single.
I will keep you posted on everything on the Cubs.
Friday, March 6, 2009
Spring Training Game 10
Recap of spring training game 10:
The Cubs lost to the Dodgers 5-4.
Theses players will make the team or might make the team:
Aaron Miles went 1 for 2 with a single, walk, 2 rbi's and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with 2 strikeouts.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 2 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 3 with a walk and a stolen base.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1.
Jake Fox went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 3 innings and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
I will keep you updated on spring training.
The Cubs lost to the Dodgers 5-4.
Theses players will make the team or might make the team:
Aaron Miles went 1 for 2 with a single, walk, 2 rbi's and a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 0 for 3 with 2 strikeouts.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 2 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 0 for 3 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 3 with a walk and a stolen base.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1.
Jake Fox went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 3 innings and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs, 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
I will keep you updated on spring training.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Spring Training Game 9
Recap of spring training game 10:
The Cubs lost to the White Sox 4-3.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 2.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 2.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 2 for 4 with a 2 singles.
Paul Bako went 1 for 3 with a single and a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a single and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 1 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Aaron Heilman pitch 3 innings and gave up 1 hit, 2 walks and 3 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs, walk and a strikeout.
I will keep you posted.
The Cubs lost to the White Sox 4-3.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 2.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 for 2.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 2 for 4 with a 2 singles.
Paul Bako went 1 for 3 with a single and a walk.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 2 with a single and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 1 with a single and 2 rbi's.
Pitchers:
Aaron Heilman pitch 3 innings and gave up 1 hit, 2 walks and 3 strikeouts.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 walk and 2 strikeouts.
Neil Cotts pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits, 2 runs, walk and a strikeout.
I will keep you posted.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Spring Training Games, Bobby Crosby and Aramis Ramirez
Spring Training Game 8A:
There is a split squad today with some players playing in 1 game and the others in another game.
The Cubs lost the first game of the split squad 5-4 against the Indians. Only one pitcher pitch today that might make the team.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Joey Gathright went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 4 with a rbi.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a double.
Pitchers:
Chad Gaudin pitch 3 innings and gave up 4 hits, 3 runs and 1 strikeout.
Spring Training Game 8B:
The White Sox and Cubs took the same plane to Las Vegas for the games on Wednesday and Thursday.
The Cubs lost the first game of 2 7-6. Game will be televise tomorrow against the White Sox in Las Vegas at 3:00 central.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 3 for 4 with 2 singles, double and a rbi.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 3 with a single, double and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 0 for 5 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 5 with a single.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 4 with a single.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
So Taguchi went 1 for 2 with a single, 2 rbi's and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Jeff Samardzija pitch 3 innings and gave up 5 hits, 3 runs and 2 strikeout.
Kevin Hart pitch and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 run and 1 strikeout.
Other news on the Cubs:
This is more notes from the story I posted yesterday. According to Susun Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle Bobby Crosby is going to be a backup with the addition of Olando Cabrera. A source said that the Cubs are interested in IF Bobby Crosby. A scout from the Cubs was at the Athletics game yesterday watching the game. The scout said that I am going to every games as part of a coverage of all teams. A source familiar with the Cubs says that there is nothing to it. The only problem is that Bobby Crosby is making 5.25 million this year. If the Cubs do make this trade a lot of people are going to scratch there hear of why the Cubs nevered kept Mark Derosa, Derosa will be making less than that this year. I think if the Athletics can't trade him he would be released.
Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune said that Aramis Ramirez hopes to finish his career as a Chicago Cub. This could be good news for Jim Hendry and now can try to move Josh Vitters to the Padres in a package for Jake Peavy. Also Vitters might not be as good as everyone will expect, look a Felix Pie. I think if Hendry offers Vitters in a deal for Peavy the talks will heat up. This won't happen until the ownership is resolve. Also people think the missing piece of the Peavy trade was Vitters, they think Hendry wasn't offering Vitters no more and stop the talks for Peavy.
I will keep you posted on spring training and other news.
There is a split squad today with some players playing in 1 game and the others in another game.
The Cubs lost the first game of the split squad 5-4 against the Indians. Only one pitcher pitch today that might make the team.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
Joey Gathright went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 4 with a rbi.
Derek Lee went 1 for 3 with a single.
Milton Bradley went 1 for 3 with a double.
Pitchers:
Chad Gaudin pitch 3 innings and gave up 4 hits, 3 runs and 1 strikeout.
Spring Training Game 8B:
The White Sox and Cubs took the same plane to Las Vegas for the games on Wednesday and Thursday.
The Cubs lost the first game of 2 7-6. Game will be televise tomorrow against the White Sox in Las Vegas at 3:00 central.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Ryan Theriot went 3 for 4 with 2 singles, double and a rbi.
Aramis Ramirez went 2 for 3 with a single, double and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 0 for 5 with a rbi and a strikeout.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 5 with a single.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 4 with a single.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 4 with 2 singles and a strikeout.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
So Taguchi went 1 for 2 with a single, 2 rbi's and a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Jeff Samardzija pitch 3 innings and gave up 5 hits, 3 runs and 2 strikeout.
Kevin Hart pitch and gave up 2 hits, 1 run and 2 strikeouts.
Angel Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 run and 1 strikeout.
Other news on the Cubs:
This is more notes from the story I posted yesterday. According to Susun Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle Bobby Crosby is going to be a backup with the addition of Olando Cabrera. A source said that the Cubs are interested in IF Bobby Crosby. A scout from the Cubs was at the Athletics game yesterday watching the game. The scout said that I am going to every games as part of a coverage of all teams. A source familiar with the Cubs says that there is nothing to it. The only problem is that Bobby Crosby is making 5.25 million this year. If the Cubs do make this trade a lot of people are going to scratch there hear of why the Cubs nevered kept Mark Derosa, Derosa will be making less than that this year. I think if the Athletics can't trade him he would be released.
Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune said that Aramis Ramirez hopes to finish his career as a Chicago Cub. This could be good news for Jim Hendry and now can try to move Josh Vitters to the Padres in a package for Jake Peavy. Also Vitters might not be as good as everyone will expect, look a Felix Pie. I think if Hendry offers Vitters in a deal for Peavy the talks will heat up. This won't happen until the ownership is resolve. Also people think the missing piece of the Peavy trade was Vitters, they think Hendry wasn't offering Vitters no more and stop the talks for Peavy.
I will keep you posted on spring training and other news.
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Hot Stove Cubbie News and Spring Training Battle Updates
This is news from Hot Stove Cubbies:
It says the Cubs are interested in RP left-hander Joe Beimel, IF Bobby Crosby and U Ryan Raburn.
Joe Beimel would be a good addition because he is a lefty that would come cheaper now with the market being slow. Also if Marshall becomes the fifth starter Beimel is better that Cotts who is going to make the bullpen as a lefty and Ken Kadokura and Mike Stanton showed the Cubs nothing. The only bad part is he is a type B free agent and the Cubs will have to give a draft pick up for him unless they do a sign and trade.
Bobby Crosby would be good for the 25th man on the team and for depth on the roster. The Athletics are probably going to try to trade him now due because they just signed Olando Cabrera and Nomar Garciaparra. He is not that good of a player when looking at his AVG and OBP but will be good help only if he comes cheap. I think he will come cheap due to him being injury prone and they have enough infielders with the additions of Cabrera and Garciaparra.
Ryan Raburn is young who can play any positions and who can be there ideal pinch runner. He can come cheap because he has no where to start right now for any team. Raburn been on the Cubs list for a long time. He would also come cheap due to the economy being bad and people don't want to give him money as a backup.
Spring Training Battle Update:
5th starter job is between Aaron Heilman, Sean Marshall, Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija.
I am giving the edge to Aaron Heilman because he threw a scoreless 2 inning in his first game while striking out 4.
Closer spot is between Carlos Marmol and Kevin Gregg.
I am giving the edge to no body due to them both throwing scoreless innings and it will come down to the last week of spring training.
2nd base position is between Aaron Miles and Mike Fontenot.
I am giving the edge to Mike Fontenot because he is playing better and Pinella wants to give Fontenot a chance.
25th man on Bench is between Jake Fox (can play third base and first base) and Micah Hoffpauir.
I am givind the edge to Hoffpauir because he is hitting lights out. The Cubs are also thinking of going with a 6th man bench which I think Fox should make it. Unless the Cubs add someone that can compete with them.
Bachup catcher is between Paul Bako and Koyie Hill.
I am giving the edge to Koyie Hill because I think he is just out playing Paul Bako.
I will keep you posted on the spring training battle and other news.
It says the Cubs are interested in RP left-hander Joe Beimel, IF Bobby Crosby and U Ryan Raburn.
Joe Beimel would be a good addition because he is a lefty that would come cheaper now with the market being slow. Also if Marshall becomes the fifth starter Beimel is better that Cotts who is going to make the bullpen as a lefty and Ken Kadokura and Mike Stanton showed the Cubs nothing. The only bad part is he is a type B free agent and the Cubs will have to give a draft pick up for him unless they do a sign and trade.
Bobby Crosby would be good for the 25th man on the team and for depth on the roster. The Athletics are probably going to try to trade him now due because they just signed Olando Cabrera and Nomar Garciaparra. He is not that good of a player when looking at his AVG and OBP but will be good help only if he comes cheap. I think he will come cheap due to him being injury prone and they have enough infielders with the additions of Cabrera and Garciaparra.
Ryan Raburn is young who can play any positions and who can be there ideal pinch runner. He can come cheap because he has no where to start right now for any team. Raburn been on the Cubs list for a long time. He would also come cheap due to the economy being bad and people don't want to give him money as a backup.
Spring Training Battle Update:
5th starter job is between Aaron Heilman, Sean Marshall, Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija.
I am giving the edge to Aaron Heilman because he threw a scoreless 2 inning in his first game while striking out 4.
Closer spot is between Carlos Marmol and Kevin Gregg.
I am giving the edge to no body due to them both throwing scoreless innings and it will come down to the last week of spring training.
2nd base position is between Aaron Miles and Mike Fontenot.
I am giving the edge to Mike Fontenot because he is playing better and Pinella wants to give Fontenot a chance.
25th man on Bench is between Jake Fox (can play third base and first base) and Micah Hoffpauir.
I am givind the edge to Hoffpauir because he is hitting lights out. The Cubs are also thinking of going with a 6th man bench which I think Fox should make it. Unless the Cubs add someone that can compete with them.
Bachup catcher is between Paul Bako and Koyie Hill.
I am giving the edge to Koyie Hill because I think he is just out playing Paul Bako.
I will keep you posted on the spring training battle and other news.
Spring Training Game 7 and Other News
Recap of spring training game 7:
The Cubs are back to winning ways, beating the Athletics 6 to 4. That improves there record to 5 and 2.
Theses players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 3 with a homerun and a rbi.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a homerun, 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 2 for 4 with a home run, 2 rbi's and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 0 for 2 with a walk.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1 with a walk.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 3 innings and struck out one. He also got the win.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Mike Stanton pitch 1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs and a walk.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out one.
Neil Cotts pitch 0.2 innings and got 1 out because Cashner could not get the final our and he got the final out of the game.
Ryan Theriot, Mike Fontenot, Alfonso Soriano, Aramis Ramirez, Koyie Hill and Reed Johnson are among all the players that are expected to make the trip to Las Vegas to play the White Sox on Wednesday and Thursday.
Lou Pinella Notes:
Lou Pinella gave 2 different responses when ask about Jake Peavy. Pinella first said there is nothing to say. He also said I have to manage of what I have now and id something does happen, be it then.
Pinella has not name an opening day starter but is leaning toward Carlos Zambrano and Ryan Dempster.
Jime Hendry notes:
Hendry has not talk to Curt Schilling about pitching for the Cubs. He added that a guy like that will play for us.
David Kaplan asked about Jake Peavy and Hendry said I can't say anything because Peavy is on another team and not on ours.
Hendry said that Aramis Ramirez is in the best shape ever when reporting to camp.
He also said that Carlos Zambrano's game on Monday look good and pitch with really good command on his fastball.
Zambrano said Ryan Dempster should pitch on opening day because what numbers he put up a year ago.
According to Zambrano he lost 10-15 pounds this offseason.
I will keep you posted on spring training news and other news.
The Cubs are back to winning ways, beating the Athletics 6 to 4. That improves there record to 5 and 2.
Theses players will make the team or might make the team:
Alfonso Soriano went 1 for 3 with a homerun and a rbi.
Ryan Theriot went 0 for 2 with a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 1 for 3 with a homerun, 3 rbi's and a strikeout.
Jake Fox went 2 for 4 with a home run, 2 rbi's and a strikeout.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 0 for 2 with a walk.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1 with a walk.
Pitchers:
Sean Marshall pitch 3 innings and struck out one. He also got the win.
Kevin Gregg pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit.
Mike Stanton pitch 1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 2 runs and a walk.
Luis Vizcaino pitch 1 inning and struck out one.
Neil Cotts pitch 0.2 innings and got 1 out because Cashner could not get the final our and he got the final out of the game.
Ryan Theriot, Mike Fontenot, Alfonso Soriano, Aramis Ramirez, Koyie Hill and Reed Johnson are among all the players that are expected to make the trip to Las Vegas to play the White Sox on Wednesday and Thursday.
Lou Pinella Notes:
Lou Pinella gave 2 different responses when ask about Jake Peavy. Pinella first said there is nothing to say. He also said I have to manage of what I have now and id something does happen, be it then.
Pinella has not name an opening day starter but is leaning toward Carlos Zambrano and Ryan Dempster.
Jime Hendry notes:
Hendry has not talk to Curt Schilling about pitching for the Cubs. He added that a guy like that will play for us.
David Kaplan asked about Jake Peavy and Hendry said I can't say anything because Peavy is on another team and not on ours.
Hendry said that Aramis Ramirez is in the best shape ever when reporting to camp.
He also said that Carlos Zambrano's game on Monday look good and pitch with really good command on his fastball.
Zambrano said Ryan Dempster should pitch on opening day because what numbers he put up a year ago.
According to Zambrano he lost 10-15 pounds this offseason.
I will keep you posted on spring training news and other news.
Monday, March 2, 2009
Spring Training Game 6
Recap of spring training game 6:
These players will make the team or might make the team:
The Cubs lost back to back games 9 to 1 against the Diamondbacks.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 fro 2.
Jake Fox went 1 for 1 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 4 with a double.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 3.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 2 with a single and strikeout.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 2 innings and gave up a walk and 3 strikeouts.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
Mitch Atkins pitch 1 inning and gave up 4 hits, 5 runs and a strikeout.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 run and 2 walks.
Jeff Stevens pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits.
Angle Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs and a walk.
Even through the Cubs had a bad hitting day, I am going to give the MVP to Marmol and Zambrano. They shut down the Diamondbacks in the first 3 innings.
Milton Bradley is set to start in the Cubs lineup in Wedensday as a DH against the Indians.
Gordon Wittnymer of the Chicago Sun-Times, said it is a long shot the Cubs will pursue Curt Schilling.
I will keep you posted.
These players will make the team or might make the team:
The Cubs lost back to back games 9 to 1 against the Diamondbacks.
Alfonso Soriano went 0 for 3 with a strikeout.
Aaron Miles went 1 for 3 with a single and a strikeout.
Derek Lee went 1 for 2 with a single and a walk.
Aramis Ramirez went 0 fro 2.
Jake Fox went 1 for 1 with a single.
Micah Hoffpauir went 1 for 4 with a double.
Mike Fontenot went 0 for 3.
Koyie Hill went 1 for 2 with a single and strikeout.
Joey Gathright went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Carlos Zambrano pitch 2 innings and gave up a walk and 3 strikeouts.
Carlos Marmol pitch 1 inning and struck out 2.
Mitch Atkins pitch 1 inning and gave up 4 hits, 5 runs and a strikeout.
Ken Kadokura pitch 1 inning and gave up 1 hit, 1 run and 2 walks.
Jeff Stevens pitch 1 inning and gave up 2 hits.
Angle Guzman pitch 1 inning and gave up 3 hits, 3 runs and a walk.
Even through the Cubs had a bad hitting day, I am going to give the MVP to Marmol and Zambrano. They shut down the Diamondbacks in the first 3 innings.
Milton Bradley is set to start in the Cubs lineup in Wedensday as a DH against the Indians.
Gordon Wittnymer of the Chicago Sun-Times, said it is a long shot the Cubs will pursue Curt Schilling.
I will keep you posted.
Jake Peavy News
Jake Peavy news:
According to a report from the Chicago Tribune, the Cubs had not restart Peavy trade talk since the winter meetings. Also the Tribune says Jake Peavy is still high on the Cubs list. After facing the Cubs yesterday in spring training, he look like a guy that wants to play for the Cubs. Member the Padres still have to cut budget by either trading Brian Giles and Jake Peavy. The Cubs just have to wait until the ownership is resolve first before they start the talks.
This is what peavy had to say about his views of the Cubs. This is provided by the Chicago Tribune:
"Obviously, Chicago was a team that I did have an interest in playing for, and I respect [general manager] Jim Hendry and the organization," he said. "I respect a lot of the players they have and feel like they have a good bunch, and obviously [it's] a great city. [Those] were reasons I identified the Cubs as a team I wanted to be a part of if I had to move on from San Diego."
"Other than doing that, I just let the guys making the decisions make them. I have no idea [what will happen]. I know I'm here and I have to prepare like I'm a San Diego Padre."
This is another tidbit from Paul Sullivan or the Chicago Tribune, he said chief executive officer Sandy Alderson of the San Diego Padres may be in line for the same job when the Rickett family takes over. Sandy did not want to comment. Sandy also said a little while ago that she would step down when the ownership is resolve.
According to a report from the Chicago Tribune, the Cubs had not restart Peavy trade talk since the winter meetings. Also the Tribune says Jake Peavy is still high on the Cubs list. After facing the Cubs yesterday in spring training, he look like a guy that wants to play for the Cubs. Member the Padres still have to cut budget by either trading Brian Giles and Jake Peavy. The Cubs just have to wait until the ownership is resolve first before they start the talks.
This is what peavy had to say about his views of the Cubs. This is provided by the Chicago Tribune:
"Obviously, Chicago was a team that I did have an interest in playing for, and I respect [general manager] Jim Hendry and the organization," he said. "I respect a lot of the players they have and feel like they have a good bunch, and obviously [it's] a great city. [Those] were reasons I identified the Cubs as a team I wanted to be a part of if I had to move on from San Diego."
"Other than doing that, I just let the guys making the decisions make them. I have no idea [what will happen]. I know I'm here and I have to prepare like I'm a San Diego Padre."
This is another tidbit from Paul Sullivan or the Chicago Tribune, he said chief executive officer Sandy Alderson of the San Diego Padres may be in line for the same job when the Rickett family takes over. Sandy did not want to comment. Sandy also said a little while ago that she would step down when the ownership is resolve.
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Spring Training Game 5 and Curt Schilling
Recap of spring training game 5:
These are players that will make the team or might make the team:
The Cubs lost there first spring training game 4-2 against the San Diego Padres. The Cubs moistly played backups that won't be in the starting lineup on opening day and players that don't play that position. The Cubs record in spring training is 4-1.
Ryan Theriot went 2 for 3 with 2 singles.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 3 with 2 doubles. Fontenot played third today.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 3.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Jake Fox went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 2 innings and gave up 1 hit, 3 runs, 1 walk and 1 strikeout. The 3 runs Ryan gave up were unearned, they got the runs by errors. He also got the loss.
Mike Stanton pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Kevin Hart pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Curt Schilling news:
On Curt Schillings blog, he said that he is still not sure if I'm going to come back but if either the Cubs or Rays need a starting pitcher in the second half, I will be very interested.
Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune heard from a Cubs official that they weren't surprise to here about the news. Sullivan thinks that the Cubs will take a chance on Schilling at the right price.
I will keep you posted on spring training and other news.
These are players that will make the team or might make the team:
The Cubs lost there first spring training game 4-2 against the San Diego Padres. The Cubs moistly played backups that won't be in the starting lineup on opening day and players that don't play that position. The Cubs record in spring training is 4-1.
Ryan Theriot went 2 for 3 with 2 singles.
Mike Fontenot went 2 for 3 with 2 doubles. Fontenot played third today.
Aaron Miles went 0 for 3.
Reed Johnson went 1 for 3 with a single.
Jake Fox went 1 for 3 with a single.
Paul Bako went 0 for 2 with a strikeout.
So Taguchi went 0 for 1 with a strikeout.
Pitchers:
Ryan Dempster pitch 2 innings and gave up 1 hit, 3 runs, 1 walk and 1 strikeout. The 3 runs Ryan gave up were unearned, they got the runs by errors. He also got the loss.
Mike Stanton pitch 1 inning and gave up nothing.
Kevin Hart pitch 1 inning and struck out 1.
Curt Schilling news:
On Curt Schillings blog, he said that he is still not sure if I'm going to come back but if either the Cubs or Rays need a starting pitcher in the second half, I will be very interested.
Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune heard from a Cubs official that they weren't surprise to here about the news. Sullivan thinks that the Cubs will take a chance on Schilling at the right price.
I will keep you posted on spring training and other news.
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