Cubbies Crib Jul 13, 2019
Can the Chicago Cubs build on the momentum from Friday’s win?
The Chicago Cubs got timely hitting, strong defense and a dominant start from Yu Darvish Friday. Will it be the spark that propels the team moving forward? So far, the Chicago Cubs remain undefeated in the second half. Sure, we’re one game into the back half of the regular season slate, but with Yu Darvish […] Can the Chicago Cubs build on the momentum from Friday’s win? - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - A Chicago Cubs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Bleed Cubbie Blue Jul 13, 2019
Cub Tracks, deep flies and won ton, boys
If features were bugs, buffeted by the winds of change, and other bullets Cubs win!Final: #Cubs 4, Pirates 3. #EverybodyIn pic.twitter.com/EUpido4oVP— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) July 12, 2019 Mired in first place by a half-game at the outset, the Cubs lurched into the re-opening of the regular season at home against the Pirates, who have a lot of Hurdle themselves. Yu Darvish rang in with quite an effort as he had some good stuff early, still good stuff in the middle, and didn’t stay late as he had thrown a lot of pitches. Chris Archer fired every arrow in his quiver and stayed a little...
Bleed Cubbie Blue Jul 12, 2019
Cubs 4, Pirates 3: Good for Yu (and KB too!)
The Cubs won their first game out of the All-Star break. Before we talk about the great performance of Yu Darvish and the key hits by Kris Bryant in the Cubs’ 4-3 win over the Pirates Friday afternoon, I think we should start at the end of this game. And that’s because I believe this is the first game in Wrigley Field history that was decided on a replay review. Situation: Two out in the ninth, Kevin Newman at bat, Craig Kimbrel on the mound. Newman hits a ground ball to David Bote at third [VIDEO]. Your browser does not support HTML5 video. Newman was called safe by first-base umpire...
Cubbies Crib Jul 12, 2019
Chicago Cubs: Yu Darvish must start limiting home runs, hard contact
Chicago Cubs right-hander Yu Darvish’s first-half results didn’t do much to help him break loose of the “bust” label, but one statistic shows Darvish among the league’s elite. By all measures, it was a strange first half for Yu Darvish – in what has been a disappointing Chicago Cubs tenure. At times, the fireballer would […] Chicago Cubs: Yu Darvish must start limiting home runs, hard contact - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - A Chicago Cubs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Rum Bunter Jul 12, 2019
Patience Will Be Key For The Pittsburgh Pirates This Afternoon
With Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish struggling with control, patience will be key for the Pittsburgh Pirates this afternoon. So, tune in and see what happens my friends! The 44-45 Pittsburgh Pirates are ready to begin the second half of their season. Despite being below .500, the Pirates are just 2.5 games out of […] Patience Will Be Key For The Pittsburgh Pirates This Afternoon - Rum Bunter - Rum Bunter - A Pittsburgh Pirates Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Cubbies Crib Jul 11, 2019
Chicago Cubs hope for a stronger second half from Yu Darvish
Yu Darvish takes the ball to open the second half on Friday, with the Chicago Cubs hoping for more consistency from their high-ceilinged right-hander. On one hand, the Chicago Cubs have gotten more out of Yu Darvish in year two than they did in the first season of his six-year, $126 million contract. But, on […] Chicago Cubs hope for a stronger second half from Yu Darvish - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - A Chicago Cubs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
DodgerBlue.com Jun 18, 2019
Cubs’ Yu Darvish ‘Would Like’ To Pitch Against Dodgers In 2019 MLB Postseason
Yu Darvish was acquired by the Los Angeles Dodgers at the non-waiver trade deadline in 2017 to be a...
Cubbies Crib Jun 17, 2019
Chicago Cubs: The intangible of perseverance that will take this team far
Players like Anthony Rizzo and Yu Darvish have shown perseverance throughout their careers, and this intangible will help the Chicago Cubs down the stretch Coming off a tough week on the road, the Chicago Cubs dropped two key series to the Colorado Rockies and Dodgers, moving them out of first in the division. With just […] Chicago Cubs: The intangible of perseverance that will take this team far - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - A Chicago Cubs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
