Chicago Cubs
This post has taken a complete 180 degree turn from what I was preparing to write. I said it on Twitter earlier, and I’ll say it again here. I’m not one typically prone to exaggeration, but that 8th inning may have been a critical turning point not only in the game, but the season What […]
Posted in: 2009 Cardinals Game Notes
Tagged with: Albert Pujols, Brendan Ryan, Carlos Villanueva, Chicago Cubs, Chris Carpenter, Colby Rasmus, Jason LaRue, Joel Pineiro, Ken Macha, Manny Parra, Milwaukee Brewers, Mitch Stetter, Rich Harden, Rick Ankiel, Ryan Ludwick, Skip Schumaker, Yadier Molina, Zack Greinke
Chris Carpenter’s fine outing against the Cincinnati Reds last night had me wondering: The Cardinals’ starting pitching staff has been phenominal (with a few hiccups) in the last month or so, but are they clearly distancing themselves from the rest of the league in that regard? Well, classic metrics tell us it is so. The […]
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Tagged with: Aaron Harang, Adam Wainwright, Bill James, Bird Land, Bullpen, Chicago Cubs, Chris Carpenter, Cincinnati Reds, Edinson Volquez, Game Score, Houston Astros, Jake Peavy, Joel Pineiro, Johnny Cueto, Kerry Wood, Kyle Lohse, Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, NL Central, NL Central Division, San Diego Padres, Starting Rotation, Tony LaRussa, Twitter, Yovani Gallardo
[Ed. note – While the usual suspect around here is on vacation, we’ve drummed up some great guest posters to take the reins and keep our loyal readers (all three of you) entertained. Today’s guest post is from Brad Taylor. You can usually find Brad writing on his own blog over at bradtaylor.tumblr.com. Thanks Brad!] […]
Posted in: American League,Current Cardinals,Former Cardinals,National League,NL Central Division
Tagged with: Albert Pujols, Alfonso Soriano, Aramis Ramirez, Arizona Diamondbacks, Atlanta Braves, Brandon Webb, Carlos Zambrano, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, Florida Marlins, Houston Astros, Jason Isringhausen, Kosuke Fukudome, Lance Berkman, Los Angeles Dodgers, Manny Ramirez, New York Mets, New York Yankees, NL Central, Philadelphia Phillies, Pittsburgh Pirates, Rich Harden, Washington Nationals
[Ed. note – While the usual suspect around here is on vacation, we’ve drummed up some great guest posters to take the reins and keep our loyal readers (all three of you) entertained. Today’s guest post is from Sherwood Farnham. If you’re not already following Sherwood on Twitter @Mstrdstr12, you should be. Thanks Sherwood!] I […]
Posted in: Ballparks,Busch Stadium,Current Cardinals,Former Cardinals,Inter-league,National League,NL Central Division,Non-Cardinals
Tagged with: Adam Wainwright, AT&T Park, Ben Sheets, Braden Looper, Busch Stadium, CC Sabathia, Chicago Cubs, Chris Carpenter, Cincinnati Reds, Cole Hamels, Gil Meche, Jason Motte, Jeff Suppan, Joakim Soria, Juan Cruz, Kansas City Royals, Milwaukee Brewers, Mitchell Boggs, Pittsburgh Pirates, Predictions, Prince Fielder, Ryan Braun, San Francisco Giants, Washington Nationals, Yovani Gallardo, Zack Greinke
The Cards took two of three from the Wee Bears this weekend, continuing their strong play at home. Sunday was a different story at Busch III unfortunately, but we’re choosing to stay on the postitve side regarding overall outcome of the series. A few quick hitters this morning, then we focus on the Braves: —– […]
Posted in: Busch Stadium,Cardinals Coaches,Current Cardinals,Former Cardinals,NL Central Division,Non-Cardinals
Tagged with: Albert Pujols, Alfonso Soriano, Atlanta Braves, Blaine Boyer, Busch Stadium, Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, Jose Oquendo, Khalil Greene, Kosuke Fukudome, Pittsburgh Pirates, Rick Ankiel, Ryan Ludwick, Skip Schumaker, Todd Wellemeyer, Tony LaRussa, Trever Miller, Washington Nationals, Yadier Molina
I’m probably spitting into the wind asking this question on a site devoted to the Cardinals, but today’s poll question puts to you, the loyal readers (all three of you), what is the best current rivalry in the big leagues? [poll id=”3″]
Is anyone else becoming mildly concerned about Adam Wainwright’s seemingly sudden inability to throw strikes? I know, small sample size and all, but the sample size continues to grow with no marked improvement. It should also be noted that he had this same problem in the spring, struggling to get in a groove and running […]
Posted in: Cardinals Coaches,Current Cardinals,Non-Cardinals
Tagged with: Adam Wainwright, Alfonso Soriano, Chicago Cubs, Chris Carpenter, Dave Duncan, Geovany Soto, Milton Bradley, Pittsburgh Pirates, Ryan Theriot
Today begins another chapter in the storied Cardinals-Cubs rivalry, and what better way to kick it off than renewing something that has quickly become a bit of a tradition at Pitchers Hit Eighth? I leave you with this, and go Cards!
Let’s see if I can remember who I picked to win divisions in the previous posts… AL Playoffs Cleveland Indians over New York Yankees When Alex Rodriguez struggles upon his return from hip surgery, ultimately shutting it down in September, the window opens for the Evil Empire to go down. Tampa Bay Rays over Los […]
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Tagged with: Adam Kennedy, Adam Wainwright, Albert Pujols, Alex Rodriguez, Carlos Zambrano, CC Sabathia, Chicago Cubs, Chris Carpenter, Citizens Bank Park, Cleveland Indians, Cole Hamels, Daniel Murphy, David Price, Eric Wedge, Jason Isringhausen, Joe Blanton, Joe Maddon, LA Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, Manny Ramirez, MLB, New York Yankees, Philadelphia Phillies, Predictions, Shane Victorino, St Louis Cardinals, Steve Bartman, Tampa Bay Rays, Tony LaRussa, UCB, United Cardinal Bloggers, Victor Martinez
Today marks that usual part of the year where we try like hell not to be homers, and usually fail to some extent. Without further delay, our predictions for the NL Central standings in 2009: Chicago Cubs – Anyone not picking the Cubs at the top of this division is fooling themselves (sorry Sarah!). That’s […]
Posted in: Cardinals Coaches,Current Cardinals,Former Cardinals,NL Central Division,Non-Cardinals,UCB Radio,United Cardinal Bloggers
Tagged with: Adam Wainwright, Barry Bonds, Chicago Cubs, Chris Carpenter, Chris Duncan, Cincinnati Reds, David Freese, Drayton McLane, Dusty Baker, Houston Astros, Jason Motte, Jim Edmonds, Kerry Wood, Lance Berkman, Mark DeRosa, Milton Bradley, Milwaukee Brewers, Neal Huntington, NL Central, Pittsburgh Pirates, Predictions, Pudge Rodriguez, Roger Clemens, Roy Oswalt, Troy Glaus, UCB, UCB Radio, United Cardinal Bloggers, Walt Jocketty, Yovani Gallardo