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Russell needed to put that ball in play. Rough to be a rookie against Bum.
Haren vs. Bumgartner?
I would be surprised as well. Could it happen? Yes.
But would need to be a slugfest with Dan "Gopher Ball" Haren on the mound.
The only question that Haren is the answer to is..."who should retire from MLB?" I know he didn't cost the Cubs much but whatever it amounted to...they overpaid. Might as well get a kid from the system up here and get used to pitching in the major leagues. I doubt anyone in their system would do any worse than this guy.
I can't believe I'm saying this but they probably should go back to Clayton Richard. Or do you Pierce Johnson a shot?
I can't believe I'm saying this but they probably should go back to Clayton Richard. Or do you Pierce Johnson a shot?
Oh well. Can't win them all. I'd be surprised if we won today though.
Taking 2/3 from LA is necessary
OK, it's not quite "necessary" but it would be really nice and a confidence boost. I don't think it necessarily takes a full on collapse for the Cubs to be knocked out. Win 1/3 enough times while the Giants and Dodgers win 2/3 enough times and it could be a slow burn to a disappointing endingWhy is it necessary?
Would it be great? Yes.
Taking one is where you start. Just avoid long losing streaks and they will be fine.
The Cardinals play the Giants next, and they don't have to face Bumgarner.
Then the Giants travel to LA for a showdown with the Dodgers.
The Cubs are fine. Like I said. Just avoid being swept in any series.