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Need to rebuild the starting pitching and the bullpen needs a complete overhaul. Also, the Cubs batters need to go back to working pitch counts again. That method worked much better in 2016 than swinging at the first ball near the strikezone did in 2017.
Finally, Schwarber needs to get better or he is going to lose his job to Almora.
Not to bring up last year, but the work the count strategy failed against the NAts and Dodgers because they pound first pitch strikes. And, in the Dodgers case, getting to a starter just means bringing in a strong pen.
I forget who it was I heard on MLB Radio tonight but someone who regularly covers the Cubs expects them to trade either Schwarber or Happ this winter for a SP. He said they are both basically LFers with a power left-handed bat. Don't need both on the same team he said.
$$$$$$$$$$$$$ down 70 million to the Dodgers.
$$$$$$$$$$$$$ down 70 million to the Dodgers.
Cubs fans should just enjoy last year. It’s done. It’s over. Love it. Move on, and realize they’re still the Cubs. They will continue losing when it matters.
And a 33% win percentage in those appearances.Correct. Nothing screams fluke like 3 straight NLCS appearances.
Cubs fans should just enjoy last year. It’s done. It’s over. Love it. Move on, and realize they’re still the Cubs. They will continue losing when it matters.
????I do not understand how you can say this as a Cubs' fan other than just being reactionary.
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And who was better?And a 33% win percentage in those appearances.
I specifically singled out last season in my first post champ. I’m sure the Cubs will “get em” next season. That’s the saying right? From the last century? Stop acting like the Cubs are some powerhouse to be reckoned with. You are the type of fan that makes me dislike them. The Cubs has a great season last year. They had a good season this year. But they’re not going to win again. They’re the Cubs.Yeah they lost in the NLCS, you're the one proposing they're the same ole Cubs. Make the argument, it's not on me to make it for you.
Did they lose it last year when it mattered against the Indians?
And a 33% win percentage in those appearances.
So is 1 out of 3 all the sudden not 33%?Congrats on the math. Here are the teams to ever make 3 straight NLCS:
1976-78 Phillies: 0-3
1990-92 Pirates: 0-3
1993-99 Braves: 3-3
2004-06 Cardinals 2-1
2008-10 Phillies 2-1
2011-14 Cardinals 2-2
2015-17 Cubs 1-2
I specifically singled out last season in my first post champ. I’m sure the Cubs will “get em” next season. That’s the saying right? From the last century? Stop acting like the Cubs are some powerhouse to be reckoned with. You are the type of fan that makes me dislike them. The Cubs has a great season last year. They had a good season this year. But they’re not going to win again. They’re the Cubs.
I specifically singled out last season in my first post champ. I’m sure the Cubs will “get em” next season. That’s the saying right? From the last century? Stop acting like the Cubs are some powerhouse to be reckoned with. You are the type of fan that makes me dislike them. The Cubs has a great season last year. They had a good season this year. But they’re not going to win again. They’re the Cubs.
So is 1 out of 3 all the sudden not 33%?
Totes. They’ve got all the pieces in place to win. In a 4-1 series losing 11-1 in an elimination game.Dude, you are out of your mind, this isn't a "wait until next year team." This is a team that is built to compete year in and year out. And they were a year ahead of schedule according to the "experts". That's what you need in baseball, get to the postseason consistently, have solid starting pitching and you go from there. Cubs starters were pretty goddamn good in the postseason, the bats just died, which is correctable. I really hope Arrieta and the Cubs can come to an agreement, but if they don't.... they have the cash to buy another starter. Their base is set and they still have pieces to sell if they need them.
Thanks. Congrats to your team on almost making it to the big stage.It is. Congrats on the math.
Totes. They’ve all all the pieces in place to win. In a 4-1 series losing 11-1 in an elimination game.
I did edit it to fix that lil typo.Hook
Line
Sinker
I see what you did there
Thanks. Congrats to your team on almost making it to the big stage.
You are hammered. They already made it to the big stage and won a World Series. Yeah, they lost this one, it happens. Pretty rare in baseball for teams to repeat. You want repeat titles go to the NBA where 1-2 players can completely carry you to title. Not a knock on basketball because I love it but yeah, way easier in that sport to chain titles.
Totes. They’ve got all the pieces in place to win. In a 4-1 series losing 11-1 in an elimination game.
He's trolling you, and you're letting him.
I’m hammered? I literally acknowledged last year. Twice. This is why I love/hate Cubs fan. They’re delusional. The Cubs just got raped by the Dodgers. And you acknowledge how rare it is for MLB teams to stay on top. And you’re getting mad because I’m saying the Cubs won’t win again for awhile.You are hammered. They already made it to the big stage and won a World Series. Yeah, they lost this one, it happens. Pretty rare in baseball for teams to repeat. You want repeat titles go to the NBA where 1-2 players can completely carry you to title. Not a knock on basketball because I love it but yeah, way easier in that sport to chain titles.