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I just want to see the Brewers walk out of WF at the end of this series dejected Hankies on the left. Tissues on the right. Come on back ya hear.
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Rizzo has missed a lot of hittable pitches today. A loooootttt
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Happ needs an eye doctor.
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Car trouble?
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That could apply also.
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The sad part is Iowa has no clear upgrade to Happ in the OF. I guess we just have to wait for Zobrist to save us again.
Prior to Friday afternoon’s game against the Brewers, Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein revealed more details about the plan to have Zobrist build back up to game readiness. On Friday, the 38-year-old will begin a Minor League assignment with Class A South Bend before being re-evaluated on Monday to determine the next steps.
Zobrist, who has been on Major League Baseball's restricted list since May 8 in order to focus on a family situation, will continue to move up the Minor League ladder throughout August. Zobrist will first get a handful of at-bats as a designated hitter before mixing in innings at second base and in the outfield in an "off and on" playing schedule.
"I don't think he'll play straight through," Epstein said. "I think he's going to take some time off in between these stints to continue to get his body in shape and continue to practice. And he's not going to come back as an everyday player anyway, so it makes sense to get him ready this way.
"It's what's best for him and his personal situation combined with the baseball situation, so we're working together to try and plan the best path back for him. Obviously, he'll need to play some in Triple-A, because that's the closest we've got to the big leagues."
Epstein noted recently that MLB allows non-suspended players on the restricted list a 30-day window before they are required to be activated. If everything goes according to plan, Epstein said the Cubs would need to reinstate Zobrist by Aug. 31 for him to be eligible for the postseason.
Chicago manager Joe Maddon said he plans on touching base with Zobrist soon, but has left the bulk of the communication to the front office over the past few months. The manager -- whose time with Zobrist dates back to their days with Tampa Bay -- is also eager to have the utility man back in the clubhouse and on the field.
"Listen, this guy's been really important to us over the last several years," Maddon said. "He's gotten some pretty big hits and I anticipate -- if everything goes well -- he'll do that again. It definitely would be a boon, the things that he can do, the position he plays and his attributes at the plate. I don't know when that's going to happen, but absolutely I would enjoy seeing that."
Prior to going on the restricted list, Zobrist was batting .241 with a .596 OPS in 83 at-bats over 26 games. Last year, the 14-year veteran hit at a .305 clip with an .817 OPS in 139 games, while mostly bouncing between second base and the corner-outfield spots.
Given the unique nature of Zobrist's situation, both Epstein and Maddon said there is no way to really know how the time off may have impacted his ability to perform.
"All I keep falling back on is I trust the person," Epstein said. "He would not be attempting to come back if he didn't think he could play at a high level. We've talked about this, he and I, that he's well aware of everything it takes physically and mentally to prepare -- especially at age 38 -- to play at this level."
Bryant cracked a smile when asked if he would be checking to see how Zobrist played with South Bend.
"Knowing him," Bryant said, "I'm sure he'll just pick up the bat and go out there and have three really good at-bats and probably be ready to go in a couple days.
Prior to Friday afternoon’s game against the Brewers, Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein revealed more details about the plan to have Zobrist build back up to game readiness. On Friday, the 38-year-old will begin a Minor League assignment with Class A South Bend before being re-evaluated on Monday to determine the next steps.
Zobrist, who has been on Major League Baseball's restricted list since May 8 in order to focus on a family situation, will continue to move up the Minor League ladder throughout August. Zobrist will first get a handful of at-bats as a designated hitter before mixing in innings at second base and in the outfield in an "off and on" playing schedule.
"I don't think he'll play straight through," Epstein said. "I think he's going to take some time off in between these stints to continue to get his body in shape and continue to practice. And he's not going to come back as an everyday player anyway, so it makes sense to get him ready this way.
"It's what's best for him and his personal situation combined with the baseball situation, so we're working together to try and plan the best path back for him. Obviously, he'll need to play some in Triple-A, because that's the closest we've got to the big leagues."
Epstein noted recently that MLB allows non-suspended players on the restricted list a 30-day window before they are required to be activated. If everything goes according to plan, Epstein said the Cubs would need to reinstate Zobrist by Aug. 31 for him to be eligible for the postseason.
Chicago manager Joe Maddon said he plans on touching base with Zobrist soon, but has left the bulk of the communication to the front office over the past few months. The manager -- whose time with Zobrist dates back to their days with Tampa Bay -- is also eager to have the utility man back in the clubhouse and on the field.
"Listen, this guy's been really important to us over the last several years," Maddon said. "He's gotten some pretty big hits and I anticipate -- if everything goes well -- he'll do that again. It definitely would be a boon, the things that he can do, the position he plays and his attributes at the plate. I don't know when that's going to happen, but absolutely I would enjoy seeing that."
Prior to going on the restricted list, Zobrist was batting .241 with a .596 OPS in 83 at-bats over 26 games. Last year, the 14-year veteran hit at a .305 clip with an .817 OPS in 139 games, while mostly bouncing between second base and the corner-outfield spots.
Given the unique nature of Zobrist's situation, both Epstein and Maddon said there is no way to really know how the time off may have impacted his ability to perform.
"All I keep falling back on is I trust the person," Epstein said. "He would not be attempting to come back if he didn't think he could play at a high level. We've talked about this, he and I, that he's well aware of everything it takes physically and mentally to prepare -- especially at age 38 -- to play at this level."
Bryant cracked a smile when asked if he would be checking to see how Zobrist played with South Bend.
"Knowing him," Bryant said, "I'm sure he'll just pick up the bat and go out there and have three really good at-bats and probably be ready to go in a couple days.
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I'm pretty sure that Zo and Castellino will end up on the corners when everything is said and done. They need more playmakers than just Javy. 2B is a good option also. I doubt Bote has it locked up.
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Maddon was clear he isn’t going to give playing time for development these next two months. He was more inclined last year to do it now it’s about best lineup at all time
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Ya and Zo will be in the mix.
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How the fuck are the Cardinals off on a Friday?
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Don't matter. Goldy is hot right now. Best they didn't play and the got 1/2 back.
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But if what you said is right. Then we can expect this kinda set up. Happ and Almora sub late inning with the lead.
I really don't think that Bote fits into the platoon mold. He hits R far better than L.
From the vibe it seems that Zo will take a month to get up to speed. Basically a 2nd Spring Training.
But in Sept and looking at the current team line up 2B seems the ideal spot for him.
Again Bote has not put himself into a every day lock at all.
I really don't think that Bote fits into the platoon mold. He hits R far better than L.
From the vibe it seems that Zo will take a month to get up to speed. Basically a 2nd Spring Training.
But in Sept and looking at the current team line up 2B seems the ideal spot for him.
Again Bote has not put himself into a every day lock at all.
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Same way the Cubs were off on Friday a few weeks ago
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MLB interleague two game series.
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Ya a hot A's team then LAD. Cubs need to take care of business at home because the birds are in a dog fight.
A's are at +78 runs. Dodgers at +171. Cards are underdogs vs both
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Almora and Bote in the lineup together.
Castellanos in LF.
Cole starting.
Castellanos in LF.
Cole starting.
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So is the season un-over now after yesterday's game?
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Brach has been DFA'd, so maybe it is.
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