Chicago Cubs fans - Rebuilding Year 2023

[Deb & Bill]

guys..what is UP with the Umps this season? Congrat's to Martinez on his first ejection
Figures it's Joe West's squad

http://www.nbcsports.com/washington...z-ejected-poor-display-professionalism-umpire

Man, arrogance on the umps on that call. Frustrated player for sure.

 

[FINFAN]

Let's close this thing out with a Big W leading into the Home Opener! With Rizzo out again, I am keeping my fingers crossed we are not hearing the words "10 day DL" soon. (like Yelich was just listed on) I really think it is to just make 100% sure he is on the field for the opener tomorrow, but we all know all the word~smithing that flows when a guy in injured. Javy also not in which is weird 'cause I know like Lester, Joe usually has the best defense out there for Q . I will have to check batter/pitcher stats assuming that is the reason and will see Javy in the 7th. ETA: Yep, Zobie batting .500 against Anderson and Javy with the big goose egg, lol. Riz with crap numbers against him as well, (1/12 ) That is actually a relief to me because it makes sense not to push him then.

 

[robinb]

I know I'm playing the tiniest violin ... but CRAP Monday looks nasty for the opener. It's supposed to snow overnight and into the morning. Ugh.

 

[FINFAN]

I know I'm playing the tiniest violin ... but CRAP Monday looks nasty for the opener. It's supposed to snow overnight and into the morning. Ugh.

Yeeeeaaaahhhhhhh...I am actually hoping it gets called and played Tuesday. Not a whole lot warmer but at least dry. Plus, you KNOW whatever temp they are predicting drops another 20 degrees in wind chill at Wrigley we all turn Cubbie Blue, lol.
It really sucks especially as the last team to have their opener, you'd think we would have had better weather chances, but then I remember it isn't July or August in Chicago.

 

[FINFAN]

Wishing Jake a great debut today! Phillies shredded the Marlin's 20-1 yesterday, pretty sure they are in a great mood (in spite of their Manager's judgement issues)

GOOD LUCK JAKE!!!!!!!!!!!! (really weird to have to go to red text)
https://www.mlb.com/news/jake-arrieta-looking-forward-to-phillies-debut/c-271199206

 

[FINFAN]

uh -oh

Carrie Muskat‏Verified account @CarrieMuskat
#Cubs Rizzo says his back tightened in Cincy. Played through pain Thursday. Getting treatment

 

[FINFAN]

I HAPPILY repeat~

Back in 2nd...and hope to do damage to the Bucco's this week!

 

[FINFAN]

someone want to help me understand how Yadi didn't get tossed today? That had 3 game suspension at a minimum written all over it. The Nat's are prob flipping their sh%* right now after the Ump tossed Rendon. The strike zone across the league seems to only be good for Ohtani (is he INSANE or what?)Legit no rhyme or reason to the Umps this season.
https://deadspin.com/benches-clear-in-diamondbacks-cardinals-when-yadier-mol-1825092180


and Willy got 2 games for his face mask taking a bad bounce last year

 

[robinb]

What? Yadi didn't get thrown out or get a suspension? You're kidding me!

 

[robinb]

I’m watching Field of Dreams now *sob*.

 

[FINFAN]

What? Yadi didn't get thrown out or get a suspension? You're kidding me!

nope. Golden Yadi gets a pass. At least AZ beat them.

 

[FINFAN]

HAPPY SNOWPENING DAY!!!!

Mother Nature is really pushing it this spring~ Start time has been pushed back to 2:20

 

[robinb]

 

[robinb]

A friend shared that photo on FB. Im on my way to Wrigley. I’m dressed in layers with my Uggs keeping my feet warm. Yay opening day!

 

[FINFAN]

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if only heated seats were part of he upgrade's

 

[FINFAN]

A friend shared that photo on FB. Im on my way to Wrigley. I’m dressed in layers with my Uggs keeping my feet warm. Yay opening day!

you have an extra hour~ game time pushed to 2:20. Gates will open at 12:20 and ceremony around 1:45

 

[FINFAN]

Rizzo still out...Zobie in his place




Hoping all Happ and Schwarb's need is being back at Wrigley! Kyle probably just misses his Bud Board, lol

 

[robinb]

Snow day

 

[FINFAN]

UPDATE:
GAME POSTPONED UNTIL TOMORROW

 

[Deb & Bill]

Rizzo still out...Zobie in his place


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Hoping all Happ and Schwarb's need is being back at Wrigley! Kyle probably just misses his Bud Board, lol

Hope you are right about Schwarber. I'm not a fan of him and Happ both starting. At least they aren't in 1st and 3rd position for batting order. Wish they would use Tommy as a starter. And more Albert. But Zobrist gets my vote all the time.