[Official] Cubs @ Astros

Can we bring Chris Johnson back up? Though he probably puts up the same numbers.

 

True, I don't expect Johnson's abilities to translate well to the majors but with a little foresight, we could have avoided the uncecessary additional cost of Feliz this season. Yea, it's not my money but it could have been better used elsewhere.

The Cubs have squeaked at least a couple of hits down the line tonight but Paulino doesn't let it hurt us this time. He so deserves a W. He probably goes 1 more, maybe 2 if he works quickly in the 7th.

 

Justin Smoak is 3-for-3 tonight with a HR. He hasn't been hitting for AVG and he may never be a .300+ hitter but he's shown tremendous plate discipline (22 BB in 145 PA) and plenty of pop potential. I've caught a few of his ABs recently and I was impressed with everything about his plate approach and swing.

 

He may be adjusting to ML pitching. He's been a lot better over the last week.

 

Finish strong here, Felipe.

 

Oh, I'm sure there is adjustment going on. I was just looking at his AVG in the minors. He may end up being a guy that hits in the .270s to .280s as a pro but he has the potential to be elite when it comes to getting on base and slugging. Plus, he's a switch-hitter.

 

Bourn with his daily defensive gem.

 

kid can cover some ground

 

Michael Bourn - Where amazing happens.

 

I think the Teixeira comparisons could hold true.

 

Bullpen, don't fail Paulino now.

 

Lets get Felipe a win. He deserves it after this game.

 

Seems like a good one to me.

 

lol @ 10-cent beer night.

Epic fail in Indians history.

 

I agree, we could have signed Kelly Johnson to play third, but the Bourn-Geary-Costanzo for Lidge-Bruntlett was a genius deal in hindsight and any other sight honestly. I cannot wait for the draft monday. Berkman... Slam Cashner.

 

Remember Berkman's 31-for-50 streak a couple of years ago. That was fun to witness.

 

I think this is going to be a great month for Berkman.

 

I do, too. He's been starting to get some better swings in there recently.

Unlucky for Pence there. He ripped the ball. Half an inch from an RBI 2B.

 

I thought they'd pull Paulino. I hope this works out for him and our tired pen.

 

Can't believe Paulino is still out there. 109 pitches.