TBone14
Posts: 6,383
Oct 24, 2016 10:53am
Really not much else to say. Just win the damn thing now. Kluber is going in game 1. The Cubs haven't announced any pitching. We know it won't be Hendricks in game 1 but Lester, Lackey and Arrieta would be available. Hard to imagine it wouldn't be Lester on normal rest unless they think he needs extra rest for some reason.
All games will be at 8:08. Tell your boss not to expect you in the office early on Wednesday/Thursday.
Cubs might get getting Schwarber back from his April knee injury. The thought is that he could DH for them. The Tribe might be getting Salazar back in some capacity but it remains to be seen.
I did lookup interleague records for this year. I don't know that it's relevant but the Indians were 13-7 and the Cubs were 15-5 so both were very good.
Go Tribe. Let's do this.
All games will be at 8:08. Tell your boss not to expect you in the office early on Wednesday/Thursday.
Cubs might get getting Schwarber back from his April knee injury. The thought is that he could DH for them. The Tribe might be getting Salazar back in some capacity but it remains to be seen.
I did lookup interleague records for this year. I don't know that it's relevant but the Indians were 13-7 and the Cubs were 15-5 so both were very good.
Go Tribe. Let's do this.
Ironman92
Posts: 49,363
Oct 24, 2016 10:56am
I will post a tl;dr this evening about the Indians opponent for those of you that really only watch mostly AL. I've probably watched 40-45 Cubs games this year so I have a pretty good feel on what they do.
Laley23
Posts: 29,506
Oct 24, 2016 10:58am
Well, I've been confident in this team since about early May, never wavered on them when they had the big lead and lost some to start 2nd half. Was confident in both Boston and Toronto series (but not 3-0 and 4-1 confident, to be sure). Unfortunately (or fortunately, if they need more doubters???) I don't see the Tribe beating the Cubs. My guess is Cubs in 5 or 6. They are the only team I've said all season I thought would beat the Tribe. Fill pitching rotation would've changed this thought.
Hope I am wrong and will be living and dying with every pitch.
Hope I am wrong and will be living and dying with every pitch.
Ironman92
Posts: 49,363
Oct 24, 2016 11:04am
Lackey is no postseason slouch for sure but we'll see if Maddon pushes his feelz aside and just gives him the Game 4 start. If he goes with Lackey twice I feel this helps the Tribes chances, but again he's a tough SOB out on that mound and he competes every pitch....but I feel the Indians get to him.Laley23;1818191 wrote:Well, I've been confident in this team since about early May, never wavered on them when they had the big lead and lost some to start 2nd half. Was confident in both Boston and Toronto series (but not 3-0 and 4-1 confident, to be sure). Unfortunately (or fortunately, if they need more doubters???) I don't see the Tribe beating the Cubs. My guess is Cubs in 5 or 6. They are the only team I've said all season I thought would beat the Tribe. Fill pitching rotation would've changed this thought.
Hope I am wrong and will be living and dying with every pitch.
Benny The Jet
Posts: 2,987
Oct 24, 2016 11:06am
Was hoping for the Dodgers, I just think the Cubs are too loaded offensively and starting rotation is really strong. I'll go with Cubs in 6, but either way...what a run by the Tribe. Would have loved to have a completely healthy team going into this thing.
As for Schwarber, I just can't imagine a guy who fully tore his ACL in April and hasn't seen in-game pitching, making much of an impact in the World Series.
As for Schwarber, I just can't imagine a guy who fully tore his ACL in April and hasn't seen in-game pitching, making much of an impact in the World Series.
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thavoice
Posts: 14,376
Oct 24, 2016 11:06am
Cubs take the series. SImple as that.
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Con_Alma
Posts: 12,198
Oct 24, 2016 11:07am
I have to agree...the Cubs are the better team, better roster, better year...but baseball is one of those sports that it's not an uncommon thing for the underdog to win in a series. In the marathon that is an MLB season, the Cubs had two stretches this year whereby they really didn't play well. Those lulls are possible with any team at any time.
If forced to bet, I would lay money on Chicago, but nothing would surprise me in this series.
If forced to bet, I would lay money on Chicago, but nothing would surprise me in this series.
BRF
Posts: 8,748
Oct 24, 2016 11:11am
Go Tribe.
We will win.
We will win.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Oct 24, 2016 11:12am
Indians in 6.
Book it. Bank it.
Book it. Bank it.
Mulva
Posts: 13,650
Oct 24, 2016 11:13am
Go Tribe.
Fab4Runner
Posts: 6,196
Oct 24, 2016 11:14am
Go Tribe! I'll be there tomorrow and Wednesday...can't fucking wait!
Ironman92
Posts: 49,363
Oct 24, 2016 11:23am
Outstanding! Have a great time.Fab4Runner;1818203 wrote:Go Tribe! I'll be there tomorrow and Wednesday...can't fucking wait!
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jmog
Posts: 6,567
Oct 24, 2016 11:52am
Cleveland announced their first 3 starters...
Kluber
Bauer
Tomlin
Apparently Bauer's finger is sewn up well enough to start Wednesday night.
Game 4 is not announced but Francona did mention that Kluber is an option on 3 days rest depending how everything shakes out.
Kluber
Bauer
Tomlin
Apparently Bauer's finger is sewn up well enough to start Wednesday night.
Game 4 is not announced but Francona did mention that Kluber is an option on 3 days rest depending how everything shakes out.
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jmog
Posts: 6,567
Oct 24, 2016 11:57am
Rather unbiased report from the Chicago Tribune...until the predictions anyway 
They gave 3 of the 5 areas an edge to the Indians (Bullpen, Offense, Coach) while the Cubs got the starters and defense. Then every writer went on to pick the Cubs.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/
They gave 3 of the 5 areas an edge to the Indians (Bullpen, Offense, Coach) while the Cubs got the starters and defense. Then every writer went on to pick the Cubs.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/
iclfan2
Posts: 6,360
Oct 24, 2016 11:58am
Bauer on Wednesday makes sense even without the extra days to get healthy. The Pen needs a day off after Bauer in case he bleeds again AND he won't have to bat, which could have adverse affects on it as well. Tomlin is also probably the best hitter out of the pitchers (but I doubt that had anything to do with the decision).
Benny The Jet
Posts: 2,987
Oct 24, 2016 12:03pm
Bullpen and defense and coaching I'd give tribe. Defense has been pretty stellar this post season. Base running us toojmog;1818218 wrote:Rather unbiased report from the Chicago Tribune...until the predictions anyway
They gave 3 of the 5 areas an edge to the Indians (Bullpen, Offense, Coach) while the Cubs got the starters and defense. Then every writer went on to pick the Cubs.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/baseball/cubs/
BRF
Posts: 8,748
Oct 24, 2016 12:44pm
Tomlin is 6 for 12 batting for his career. He slipped to 2 for 5 this year.
SnotBubbles
Posts: 4,492
Oct 24, 2016 1:13pm
I can't do anything at work but read every single article written about this World Series. I said on the playoff thread, I just wish it wasn't the Indians...not because I don't think we can win, because I have too much respect for them and their fans. Not that it matters much.
I obviously hope the Cubs win (I don't share the confidence in them on this thread, I've witnessed too many bad things over the years), but I hope for a great series!
Best of luck!
I obviously hope the Cubs win (I don't share the confidence in them on this thread, I've witnessed too many bad things over the years), but I hope for a great series!
Best of luck!
GOONx19
Posts: 7,147
Oct 24, 2016 1:20pm
Go Tribe.
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cat_lover
Posts: 2,388
Oct 24, 2016 1:23pm
Believeland
Windians
We Are All Kipnises
Go Tribe
Windians
We Are All Kipnises
Go Tribe
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Oct 24, 2016 1:27pm
I expect another sweep. Pitching sucks and bats have gone silent.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Oct 24, 2016 1:29pm
NO. Start Salzar in that scenario.jmog;1818215 wrote:Cleveland announced their first 3 starters...
Kluber
Bauer
Tomlin
Apparently Bauer's finger is sewn up well enough to start Wednesday night.
Game 4 is not announced but Francona did mention that Kluber is an option on 3 days rest depending how everything shakes out.
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jmog
Posts: 6,567
Oct 24, 2016 1:52pm
Party at Napoli's!
Benny The Jet
Posts: 2,987
Oct 24, 2016 2:13pm
Kenny and Carlos for 1st pitches. I like it.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Oct 24, 2016 2:20pm
I actually hate it. Should have been Sheen and Belle. Total fail.Benny The Jet;1818248 wrote:Kenny and Carlos for 1st pitches. I like it.