CARLOS ZAMBRANO NEWS
Award Week for MLB ... Busy Week for the Cubs?
14 days ago by
Chicago Cubs Online
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Last week the Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Awards were handed out and Carlos Zambrano won his third silver bat for being the best hitting pitcher in the National League. This week the majority of the BBWAA (Baseball Writers Association of America) awards will be handed out ... NL...
Carlos Zambrano Can Hit... But Does a Hitting Pitcher Help His Team?
15 days ago by
Bleacher Report
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Carlos Zambrano recently received his third Silver Slugger award, and second straight, as the best hitting pitcher in the National League. Zambrano actually dropped off considerably in his offensive production in 2009, seeing his OPS drop from ...Read the full article on Bleacher Report...
Carlos Zambrano wins Silver Slugger
18 days ago by
Chicago Tribune
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Chicago Cubs starter takes it for 3rd time
Cubs pitcher Carlos Zambrano, who has volunteered eagerly for designated-hitter and pinch-hitting duties in the past despite swinging-related stints on the disabled list, has been awarded his third Silver Slugger award for pitchers.
Cubs Rumors: Harden, Grabow, Zambrano
20 days ago by
MLB Trade Rumors
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It's not all about Milton Bradley. Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune has some more Cubs rumors as the GM Meetings continue...
Free agent Rich Harden wants to return to the Cubs. His agent is likely to meet with Cubs GM Jim Hendry soon.
The Cubs are expected to sign...
All Roads (and Trade Rumors) Lead to Chicago
21 days ago by
Chicago Cubs Online
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The GM Meetings began on Monday with a flurry of rumors ... and little to no action as predicted. The GMs spent Monday night at dinner and in private one-on-one meetings. Tuesday will be filled with talks centering around the game and instant replay at the O'Hare Hilton ... the...
Lilly’s Surgery
25 days ago by
Another Cubs Blog
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Ted Lilly underwent successful surgery on his left shoulder yesterday. He won’t begin throwing until early March, which means he won’t be ready to go when the season begins. The Cubs are hopeful he’ll be ready to pitch sometime in April, but considering it was...
2010 Bill James Projections
27 days ago by
Another Cubs Blog
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The 2010 projections are starting to come out so we can begin to get a better idea of how this team may do and what they need to this offseason to be a contender. Below are James’ projections for the hitters.
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2009 Recap: Carlos Zambrano
October 26, 2009 by
Goat Riders of the Apocalypse
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Quick -- name the last pitcher signed to a massive multi-million dollar contract that got through the deal unscathed!
Chances are you can't. This is a big reason why rewarding a 20-something starting pitcher with more than a hundred million dollars guaranteed is a...
Stubhub gets a 15 Yard Penalty
October 19, 2009 by
Cub Reporter
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NFL rules include (at the referee's discretion) flagging a 15 yard penalty for Taunting. MLB umps just give 'em the "yer outta here" thumb. Even Carlos Zambrano occasionally gets into the fun.
I received this e-mail today from Stubhub:
Where do you...
A-Rod on why Cub fans are idiots
October 18, 2009 by
Goat Riders of the Apocalypse
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Sometimes Cub fans embarrass me. Actually this is pretty typical -- if you are a Cub fan, no matter how idiotic you may act, sooner or later you'll encounter some other Cub fan who makes your face burn an embarrassing shade of red, leaving you to apologize to the non-Cub...
2009-2010 Winter League Cubs
Here's the lastest on the Cubs Winter ball participants. All roster information from MLB.com.VenezuelaAnzoategui: Eduardo Figueroa, Carlos E. Rojas, Carlos Zambrano, Jose Guevara, George MatheusMagallanes: Robert Hernandez, Robinson Chirinos, Andres Blanco, Luis RivasCaracas: Marwin...
Some Thoughts For 2010: Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Preview, Friday 10/2, 1:20 CT
October 02, 2009 by
Bleed Cubbie Blue
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The bleachers during Thursday night's rain delay, about 9:15 pm. (BCB photo by David Sameshima)
View full size photo uploaded October 2, 2009
We have, at times this season, debated whether the Cubs should have traded...
Cubs Rumors: Johnson, DeRosa, Zambrano
October 02, 2009 by
MLB Trade Rumors
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Some rumors on the Cubs as their season comes to a close...
Gordon Wittenmyer of the Chicago Sun-Times says Cubs GM Jim Hendry had one of his worst offseasons last winter.
Aramis Ramirez tells Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune it's not Hendry's fault that the...
Morning Juice: Dodgers keep dodging chances to clinch NL West
October 01, 2009 by
Big League Stew
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This and almost every weekday a.m. during baseball season, let's rise and shine together to recap the most recent diamond doings. Roll Call starts in San Diego, where Padres fans probably take great pleasure in watching the Dodgers squirm toward the playoffs.Game of the Day: Padres...
Game Recaps - Pirates 4, Cubs 0; Pirates 8, Cubs 2 -- Double Sweeper
September 30, 2009 by
Goat Riders of the Apocalypse
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Ouch. I guess the Cubs decided that they were successful in achieving their winning season, and so they decided to take the day off. Either that or Pittsburgh really, really doesn't want to lose 100 games this year.
Either way, the Cubs got their asses kicked by a...
Doumit! Cubs Zwept by Z Bucs - Cubs 2 Pirates 8
September 30, 2009 by
Chicago Cubs Online
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Game One Hundred Fifty-Eight - Cubs 2 Pirates 8
WP - Jeff Karstens (4-5) LP - Carlos Zambrano (9-7) Save - None
The Chicago Cubs are just going through the motions at this point. After dropping game one 4-0 and managing only four hits on Wednesday afternoon, the Cubs scored only...
What the Hell Happened with Carlos Zambrano?
September 30, 2009 by
Another Cubs Blog
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Since Carlos Zambrano came into the league he’s been one of the best pitchers in baseball. He’s no longer as dominating as he once was, but he’s still a really good pitcher. He picked up his 100th career win this season. Zambrano has had a lot of up and down...
Let's play two
September 30, 2009 by
Where Is Andy Van Slyke
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Charlie Morton vs. Ted Lilly this afternoon, then Jeff Karstens and the bullpen brigade vs. Carlos Zambrano at 8:05 tonight. We've got to at least split this to have any chance at staying under 100 losses, I think.
It's The 47th Anniversary Of... Cubs vs. Pirates Doubleheader Preview, Wednesday 9/30, 1:05 & 7:05 CT
September 30, 2009 by
Bleed Cubbie Blue
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A 47th anniversary? Of what? What's that all about?
This all started with an email exchange on a SABR...
Gamecast: September 30th vs. Pirates
September 30, 2009 by
Goat Riders of the Apocalypse
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Game 1: Charlie Morton (4-9, 5.01 ERA) vs. Ted Lilly (12-8, 3.02 ERA)
Game 2: Jeff Karstens (3-5, 5.45 ERA) vs. Carlos Zambrano (9-6, 3.69 ERA)
Story LinesLittle did I know that Kevin Gregg has been shut down for the year. Wow, that is some exciting news for a team that clinched...
Pittsburgh Pirates (59-96) at Chicago Cubs (81-74), 2:05 p.m. & 8:05 (DH)
September 30, 2009 by
Miami Herald
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Right-hander Carlos Zambrano can reach double-digit victories for the seventh consecutive season today when the Chicago Cubs host the Pittsburgh Pirates in the back half of a doubleheader at Wrigley Field.
GameCast: Sept. 29th vs. Pirates
September 29, 2009 by
Goat Riders of the Apocalypse
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Kevin Hart (4-8, 5.38 ERA) vs. Ryan Dempster (10-8, 3.68)
Story-linesThe Cubs are down to their last seven games and if they wanted to finish things on a high note, then they couldn't have thought of an easier schedule to end the season -- they've got four against the 59-96...
Carlos Zambrano: “I’m Taking My Ball And Going Home!”
September 29, 2009 by
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Oh Big Z, your theatrics are always entertaining (and sometimes frustrating). Frustrated with his 2009 season, Zambrano lashed out at himself with a lovely hissy fit:
“Look, this is the only season I haven’t won 16 or 18 or 14 games,” he said. “If it happens...
Nothing short of an inspiration
September 29, 2009 by
Chicago Sun Times
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Milton Bradley got the most attention. Randy Wells opened the most eyes. Carlos Zambrano confounded and at times entertained the most. And Derrek Lee produced the most on the field every day.
A Most Solemn Quevedo Day To You And Yours.
September 28, 2009 by
Brew Crew Ball
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Quevedo in all his glory, via fireloupiniella.wordpress.com
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EDITOR'S NOTE: If you read the Mug, you're almost certainly familiar with Quevedo at the Buffet, a...
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