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  • Jodaddy
    Rookie
    • Aug 2002
    • 247

    #676
    Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

    Originally posted by fugazi
    I still think we have better options than Edmonds.

    He has had some clutch hits, but he is still hitting under .240. That really doesn't cut it...we aren't in the 1980s. What is more, his attempt to get home on the flyball was woeful. That he is as worthless on the bases as Ward is another reason he isn't worth it.
    I agree that Edmonds' attempt to score on that play was just terrible. He didn't hussle all the way, and if he wanted, he could have tackled Molina pretty easily anyway. But to be fair, his batting avg. with the Cubs has been pretty decent (~.280), and his power numbers have been solid. But what's the alternative? I liked Reed Johnson as our leadoff hitter earlier in the season, but for some reason, Lou hasn't put him there nor played him much at all for a long while.

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    • fugazi
      MVP
      • Apr 2003
      • 3749

      #677
      Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

      Reed Johnson is on the DL with back stuff...

      Edmond's average with the Cubs is better than his overall average. I think, however, that the trend will continue towards the latter. He is still a good hitter, I just think on fewer pitches and locations.

      If it is a matter of him being a good rbi guy, I think he would still have chances lower in the order, given the high averages of Soto and DeRosa (DeRosa is awesome...Brian who?).

      I will agree that you get some upside in experience and that he has performed well (i think above his head), but Edmonds will provide more 0-4 days and slow-deaths on the paths than otherwise.

      In the end, however, I don't think he is responsible for today's loss... Unless he tanked that play...surely not...
      Australian Rules Football...just sayin'

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      • Jodaddy
        Rookie
        • Aug 2002
        • 247

        #678
        Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

        Originally posted by fugazi
        Reed Johnson is on the DL with back stuff...
        He's actually off the DL now. But when he was healthy, he wasn't playing as often as I'd like, and when he was, he wasn't hitting leadoff.

        Edmond's average with the Cubs is better than his overall average. I think, however, that the trend will continue towards the latter. He is still a good hitter, I just think on fewer pitches and locations.
        Yeah, you're probably right. I get the feeling that he won't continue hitting the way he has.

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        • Happy29
          All Star
          • Jan 2006
          • 5489

          #679
          Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

          Starting a home stand against the Reds tonite, Z is back as is Johnson, hopefully Soriano wont be to far behind. I think we'll be okay despite the Brewers getting C.C.
          “Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.”
          Benjamin Franklin

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          • duke776
            MVP
            • Nov 2006
            • 3044

            #680
            Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

            Originally posted by bjowers29
            Starting a home stand against the Reds tonite, Z is back as is Johnson, hopefully Soriano wont be to far behind. I think we'll be okay despite the Brewers getting C.C.
            He won't really have any effect against us when we play the Brewers if he starts every 5th day...we'll only face him once if they don't mess around with their rotation...but it will be in our last series, which isn't a good time proably.

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            • ezekiel55
              Th*s F*c* C*sh*s Ch*cks
              • Nov 2003
              • 2156

              #681
              Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

              670 the score is reporting that Harden has been acquired...take that with a grain of salt, but they're saying Lou has been delaying his pregame press conference because of it.

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              • ezekiel55
                Th*s F*c* C*sh*s Ch*cks
                • Nov 2003
                • 2156

                #682
                Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                Looks like the Cubs gave up Gallagher, Murton, Patterson, and minor League Catcher Josh Donaldson.

                Overall I like the deal...if Harden can stay healthy that is.

                EDIT-

                Looks like we got Gaudin as well.

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                • duke776
                  MVP
                  • Nov 2006
                  • 3044

                  #683
                  Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                  Yes! That's awesome...I really hope he can stay healthy.

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                  • poster
                    All Star
                    • Nov 2003
                    • 7506

                    #684
                    Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                    You never know how things will work out, but right now this is awesome! Great job Jim.

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                    • Happy29
                      All Star
                      • Jan 2006
                      • 5489

                      #685
                      Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                      I hate loosing Gallagher but I think this is a good deal. And maybe we can beef our team up even more.
                      “Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety.”
                      Benjamin Franklin

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                      • poster
                        All Star
                        • Nov 2003
                        • 7506

                        #686
                        Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                        Anyone know his contractual information? I thought I hear an option for next year, not sure who's option though. I also think it is for 7.5 mil which isn't bad at all.

                        EDIT: OK, free agent after 09 season.
                        Last edited by poster; 07-08-2008, 05:57 PM.

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                        • duke776
                          MVP
                          • Nov 2006
                          • 3044

                          #687
                          Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                          Originally posted by poster
                          Anyone know his contractual information? I thought I hear an option for next year, not sure who's option though. I also think it is for 7.5 mil which isn't bad at all.
                          It's a $7 mil club option.

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                          • poster
                            All Star
                            • Nov 2003
                            • 7506

                            #688
                            Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                            Originally posted by duke776
                            Thanks Duke!

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                            • ZM Punk
                              We Spent Some Money!
                              • Feb 2003
                              • 6260

                              #689
                              Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                              I hate losing Gallagher and Patterson. But this is a very good deal imo, especially after Milwaukee acquired CC.
                              "The academic support at Ohio State, there is no way you can fail. Even if you're giving minimal effort there is no way you can fail."

                              Adolphus Washington-Ohio State Freshman

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                              • duke776
                                MVP
                                • Nov 2006
                                • 3044

                                #690
                                Re: 2008 Chicago Cubs

                                Originally posted by poster
                                Thanks Duke!
                                No problem. Also, if you want to know any more contract info that site is very good for it.

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