He could do both, make the greatest defensive play in the history of baseball, and play all nine defensive positions one inning each. And then strike out again. All in the same game. That's the magic of Javy.
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He could do both, make the greatest defensive play in the history of baseball, and play all nine defensive positions one inning each. And then strike out again. All in the same game. That's the magic of Javy.
Lol that it is
Here's a convo between my cub friend and I about Javy.
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It's amazing that Baez, despite missing the first 10 games of the season and despite not having a consistent place in the lineup or on the field, is on pace for a 3.4 or 3.5 WAR season according to Baseball Reference.
Wainwright done after 2 innings; huge after the extra inning affair last night.
Cubs lead 7-0.
Cubs lead 7-0.
Yeah. If the Cubs can keep putting up disciplined at bats, the Cubs should be facing a completely gassed bullpen for the last couple games of the series. I would not be surprised if we saw a position player put in for an inning or two this afternoon.
It would be real nice if we can get 7 innings out of Jake.
Soler power! 9-1 baby.
Well, there's our bazillion foot home run from Baez.
And, while not a position player, Jerome Williams - who I didn't know was still alive, let alone a Cardinal - is just as much a white flag.
And, while not a position player, Jerome Williams - who I didn't know was still alive, let alone a Cardinal - is just as much a white flag.
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Home run party today! Contreras, Szczur (x2), Soler, & Baez!
11-game win streak, 14-game division lead.
Haven't heard much from those negative fans griping, "They've been nothing but an average team since starting 25-6!"
Home run party today! Contreras, Szczur (x2), Soler, & Baez!
11-game win streak, 14-game division lead.
Haven't heard much from those negative fans griping, "They've been nothing but an average team since starting 25-6!"
Bullpen implosion today. Yeesh.Bullpens are such a fickle thing. Three days ago it was unstoppable. Edwards Jr. will learn from his experience and Rondon certainly had some rust to shake off. Woof.
Going along with that, offensively stranding the bases loaded with nobody out the previous inning was unfortunate.
Being the glass half full person I am, at least the Cardinals didn't make up any ground in the division. The 12 game lead certainly helps ease the frustration a bit.
For sure, I hope Rondon is in good form come October and that Strop can make it back.
Bullpens be crazy.
I hope all the people complaining about Strop earlier in the season, are sorry now.
I think once everyone is comfortable in their new roles, things will settle down.
Joe Smith has been hot garbage since his trade to the Cubs.
I think once everyone is comfortable in their new roles, things will settle down.
Joe Smith has been hot garbage since his trade to the Cubs.
The complaints about Strop still don't make sense to me. 2.89 ERA (2.87 FIP), 0.893 WHIP, and 11.5 K/9. What's not to like? People probably don't like him because he wears his hat crooked.
Joe Smith has indeed been hot garbage. Wouldn't surprise me to see Cahill stay on the active roster with Smith designated for assignment after Cahill's spot start tomorrow.
Agree on Strop. By pretty much any statistical measure you want to use, he's been one of the best middle relievers in baseball for the last 5 or 6 years.
Completely would not surprise me to see Smith DFA'd after the Milwaukee double header, particularly if Cahill looks sharp. I suppose it depends on whether Lackey has to go on the DL, too.
In regards to Strop, it's ignorance of the game (in particular, his game). I'll admit I was one of those people (although it was last year) that didn't think he was all that great. I didn't look at his stats and the only thing I based my opinion on was the 3 or 4 games I had seen on my standard cable package that year. Of those 3-4 games, I saw Strop give up a lead in each one.
I'm sure in all the other games he was great but most likely people simply see him do bad a few times and then think he is bad. (that was the case for me) I have since readjusted my opinion after seeing his numbers.
Anyway, I was wrong. Oops!
Papelbon decision coming within 24 hours. Cubs rumored to be a suitor.
Given his personality/ego (despite Lester's endorsement) and declining velocity, I'd prefer they pass.
Given his personality/ego (despite Lester's endorsement) and declining velocity, I'd prefer they pass.
He's a rental until Strop is healthy. He isn't going to have the time or the position on the team for his ego/personality to negatively impact them in my view.
I'm so glad Cahill is back on the Big League team. I like him way more than his actual baseball abilities justify.
It's probably his physique. It makes me happy that a guy with a body worse than mine is a professional athlete.
It's probably his physique. It makes me happy that a guy with a body worse than mine is a professional athlete.
To an extent I agree, but for a team with the second best record in baseball to release him says a lot. I don't think he adds anything that Grimm, Edwards, Montgomery, or Cahill provide.
He was extremely unhappy that he wasn't the closer after the team made a trade. With Chapman in Chicago only a completely obtuse individual wouldn't understand that they weren't going to be the Cubs closer. I think they could probably tell him to leave his politics at the door, too. Much different situation than the Nationals. I could see it happening, but I'm certainly not going to vouch for him beyond a the possibility of a very temporary situation.
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Possibly the end of the Joe Smith era?
Game 2 tonight vs. Milwaukee; Hammel on the bump.
Possibly the end of the Joe Smith era?
Game 2 tonight vs. Milwaukee; Hammel on the bump.
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Sweep!
Sweep!
Shane Walsh
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Did Rizzo seriously stand on the wall down the first base line to make a catch in foul ground? Is that even allowed?
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