Three Up, Three Down
In this week’s edition of Three Up/Three Down, Norm looks at three “Down” Iowa players, a couple of Kane County hitters, and the first repeat on the “Up” list…someone who didn’t make an appearance on any Top Prospect list this year yet has arguably become the top pitching prospect above A ball in the system.
Game 46: Reverse Psychology
The rain delay came a little too late as Edwin Jackson was unable to solve the riddle of McCutchen and the Pirates (but mostly McCutchen).
Full Story »Northside Archives: Persona Non Regatta
Since being dropped from the 40-man roster, Ian Stewart has been accused of many things. Perhaps unjustly. But the Archives has no use for him anymore, and wants to show you why – in Stewart’s own words.
Full Story »Game 45- The Clutch Needs Replacement
The Cubs continue to leave wins in scoring position. Shark dominates and another good start is spoiled. Are these cubs missing the clutch?
Full Story »Recapping the Random – 05/22/2013
Are the Cubs turning a corner or just saddling up the horse? Is Don Mattingly going to lose his job? Will Miguel Cabrera win the triple crown again? Is there a situation where Wins might be a valid stat for evaluating a pitcher? Can somebody come up with a better name for this bi-weekly post?
Full Story »Game 44 – Garza Returns!
Matt Garza returned to the Cubs after a 10-month absence. He looked great on the mound (and at the plate!), taking a no-hitter into the fifth. In what is becoming a theme, the bullpen let the game slip away as the offense couldn’t generate enough runs late.
Full Story »Bleacher Bums
The Bleachers at Wrigley Field are home to some of the most loyal, vocal, and interesting fans in baseball. A couple of them grabbed some notoriety this past Sunday over a homerun and spilled beer.
Full Story »Deconstructing the Development of Starlin Castro
Michael Jimenez checks in with a look at the progress Starlin Castro has made and the reevaluation of his potential to come.
Full Story »Closers – Can’t We All Just Get Along?
As I was racking my brain as to what to write about this week, I heard a discussion on sports radio regarding closers and it gave me the inspiration for my rant.
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