May 28, 2022: Under 500
The first time around when the Cubs and Sox met, we both had the same record; that was embarrassing… for the Sox that is. We knew the Cubs were going to suck, but the Sox? I was told they’d win … Continued
May 27, 2022: My First
You always remember your first… I sometimes think how the hell I remember all this shit; it’s kind of crazy. I think it’s why I wanted my son to play sports; you experience memories that you will remember for the … Continued
May 26, 2022: The Early Years
My son was actually scheduled to play at Harrison Park again on Thursday evening, yet the fields were “unplayable” as we were told. Kind of pissed me off, as the sun came out later in the afternoon; it was a … Continued
May 25, 2022: Harrison Park
Wednesday night was supposed to be a special night. My son was scheduled to play his 2nd baseball game of the season at Harrison Park, a place that is near and dear to my heart. I spent many years playing … Continued
May 23, 2022: Edge of My Seat
Who’s ready for this exciting Cubs Reds series this week? At a combined 24 games under 500 on the 23rd of May, taking up the bottom 2 spots in the NL Central Division, this is some real edge of my … Continued
May 22, 2022: He’s Back
It’s been 3 years… since my son took the baseball field. Sure, he did play in a Fall League last year, but not since 2019, pre-COVID, has he played summer baseball. For a while, it looked like it might not … Continued
May 21, 2022: An Old Friend
Friday night was fun. I met up with an old friend. Hadn’t seen him in like, shit, 15 years or so? It was crazy, but he’s one of those guys that you just pick up with, like you guys just … Continued
May 20, 2022: Fergalicious
On Friday afternoon, outside of Wrigley before the 1:20 start time, the Cubs unveiled the newest statue. Yes, Fergie Jenkins will join Harry, Ernie, Billy, and Ron, immortalized with this piece of art that all Cubs fans can enjoy from … Continued
May 18, 2022: THE Game 7
Keeping with that Game 7 spirit, let’s turn our attention to THE Game 7; of course I’m talking about the Cubs. You remember, right? The year was 1885; the Cubs were actually the White Stockings, and we played the St. … Continued
May 14, 2022: Mute Button
After Friday night’s debacle, blowing the 3-0 lead, the game shown on Apple TV, the Cubs bounced back and won a close game on Saturday night in Arizona. The bonus of watching this game, which Marquee actually had, was that … Continued