May 21, 2016: Keeping Up
The night after Sale ran his record to 9-0, it was Jake’s turn to take the hill. We was looking to go 8-0. We did a little bit of running around on Friday, which was OK, especially since the Cubs … Continued
May 20, 2016: 9 Up 9 Down
OK, it’s time to throw a shout out to the best pitcher in Chicago, and no, I’m not talking about Jake Arrieta. Blasphemy you say? OK, let’s just say you can’t go wrong with either. Both Chris Sale and Jake … Continued
May 18, 2016: Have You Ever
Have you ever went to a baseball game on the road and watched 9 innings in person and then watched the end of the game on your couch at home… live? That is precisely what happened to me last night … Continued
May 17, 2016: Punch Out
Do you ever feel like punching someone? I do, but we restrain ourselves. Definitely can’t do that in a business setting; just stand up and punch somebody in a meeting. Or how about road rage? Get out of your car, … Continued
May 16, 2016: Losing Happens
You didn’t think the Cubs and Sox would keep winning at an 80% clip did you? Yeah, that would equal 120 wins for the entire season, which would be a major league record. Now I’m not saying that can’t happen, … Continued
May 12, 2016: W Regardless
I thought it wasn’t supposed to rain. As I was driving home from work yesterday, the rain drops started to fall. At least we had seats in the 200 level under the overhang, so we wouldn’t get wet. But by … Continued
May 11, 2016: Going Back to Wrigley
Last time I was there, was Jake’s 20th win. Today, I’m going back to Wrigley. Yeah, thought this series with San Diego would be a good time to make my first appearance. Figured tickets for these weeknight games vs the … Continued
May 10, 2016: Cubs Alternatives
I was actually thinking about going to the Cubs game on Monday night, but with the projected weather, decided against it. That was a good call, since they decided to postpone it. With my son in bed early, and no … Continued
May 9, 2016: Aced It
Remember those big tests you prepared for back in school? Maybe you’re still in school dealing with that stress… I believe in the theory that life in general is a series of tests. Well, the Cubs had an early season … Continued
May 8, 2016: Remember When
Remember when the Cubs were losing 100 games in a season? Remember when the Sox were too? Remember when the Blackhawks were still in the playoffs? Remember when the Bulls made them? Remember when the Bears made them? If you’re … Continued