Rich Hill and the Chicago Cubs will attack the worthless Houston Astros tonight at Minute Maid Park in the state of TX.
"Minute Maid Park" may be the most stupid name for a ballpark ever invented. It reveals the worst elements of major league baseball today.
The Cubs will have to do without the help of Alfonso Soriano, who was injured in Sunday's game with the Mets.
For a bit of good news, Kerry Wood pitched one inning of relief and made turkeys out of the batters.
Some guy named Glavine pitched for New York.
Showing posts with label Kerry Wood. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kerry Wood. Show all posts
Monday, August 06, 2007
Thursday, August 02, 2007
Wood Returns
The Cubs will activate Kerry Wood prior to Friday's game with the Mets.
His fastballs are topping out at circa 95 miles per hour these days, but don't expect miracles.
If you think Wood can carry an entire baseball team into the playoffs, you probably also think he can walk on Lake Michigan.
The Cubs need a solid rotation of starting pitchers. They also need consistent base hits. Right now they have neither.
His fastballs are topping out at circa 95 miles per hour these days, but don't expect miracles.
If you think Wood can carry an entire baseball team into the playoffs, you probably also think he can walk on Lake Michigan.
The Cubs need a solid rotation of starting pitchers. They also need consistent base hits. Right now they have neither.
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Wood Almost Ready for Wrigley
Kerry Wood will pitch Tuesday for Double-A Tennessee. If his arm still feels good after that outing, he could move into the Cub bullpen during next week's homestand.
Wood has been throwing fastballs, curveballs, and sliders. His fastball has been shimmering in at 92-95 miles per hour.
Wood reports that he has been "feeling great." We'll all feel great when he returns to Wrigley.
Wood has been throwing fastballs, curveballs, and sliders. His fastball has been shimmering in at 92-95 miles per hour.
Wood reports that he has been "feeling great." We'll all feel great when he returns to Wrigley.
Saturday, July 28, 2007
Wood's Fastball Velocity
Kerry Wood's fastball reached speeds of 92-94 miles per hour in one inning pitched for Class A Peoria Friday night. Wood threw twelve pitches, struck out one, and gave up no hits or runs.
Wood struck out the first Dayton batter he faced. The second batter grounded out, and the third flyed out. Wood started the game because of expected rain.
Wood is pitching for Peoria as part of his rehap program for a shoulder injury.
Wood struck out the first Dayton batter he faced. The second batter grounded out, and the third flyed out. Wood started the game because of expected rain.
Wood is pitching for Peoria as part of his rehap program for a shoulder injury.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Wood's Fastball Reborn
Kerry Wood's fastball is hitting 93-94 miles per hour as he continues his rehap pitching at Class A Peoria.
Wood pitched one inning of relief Thursday, throwing twelve pitches in all. He struck out two, allowed one hit, and threw one wild pitch.
Wood's fastballs did not reach speeds equal to those thrown by the great Bob Feller, but Feller didn't have to recover from an injury.
Wood will pitch again Friday. If he continues to improve, we may see him pitching in relief for the Cubs later this season.
Wood pitched one inning of relief Thursday, throwing twelve pitches in all. He struck out two, allowed one hit, and threw one wild pitch.
Wood's fastballs did not reach speeds equal to those thrown by the great Bob Feller, but Feller didn't have to recover from an injury.
Wood will pitch again Friday. If he continues to improve, we may see him pitching in relief for the Cubs later this season.
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Kerry Wood
Kerry Wood's arm continues to improve. On Tuesday he pitched one inning for Double-A Peoria in its game with Fort Wayne.
For the inning, he threw 12 pitches, walked one, and showed fast-ball speeds above 90 miles per hour.
Wood will pitch again Thurday and Friday. General Manager Jim Hendry will attend Friday's game.
If Wood continues to improve, he could move to the Cubs bullpen later this season, providing some needed relief help.
For the inning, he threw 12 pitches, walked one, and showed fast-ball speeds above 90 miles per hour.
Wood will pitch again Thurday and Friday. General Manager Jim Hendry will attend Friday's game.
If Wood continues to improve, he could move to the Cubs bullpen later this season, providing some needed relief help.
Monday, July 23, 2007
Kerry Wood Moves Ahead
Kerry Wood is getting closer to Wrigley Field. On Tuesday, he will pitch for the Class A Peoria Chiefs against the Fort Wayne Wizards.
He will pitch for one inning. Later in the week, he will pitch again.
Wood earlier pitched for the Cubs' Rookie League team in Mesa, Arizona, as he gradually recovers from an arm injury. If all this goes as hoped, he will join the Cubs bullpen later this season.
He will pitch for one inning. Later in the week, he will pitch again.
Wood earlier pitched for the Cubs' Rookie League team in Mesa, Arizona, as he gradually recovers from an arm injury. If all this goes as hoped, he will join the Cubs bullpen later this season.
Thursday, July 19, 2007
Kerry Wood Update
Kerry Wood's minor-league rehap continues with the Cubs Rookie League team in Mesa, Ariz. On Thursday, he pitched one inning, faced four batters, struck out one, and gave up one hit.
He threw seven pitches. According to Wood, he had the best velocity and location of any day thus far. He also reported that he threw two good curve balls.
Wood will pitch again on Saturday in Mesa. If all goes as expected, he'll then meet with Cubs management in Chicago to determine what his next step will be.
He threw seven pitches. According to Wood, he had the best velocity and location of any day thus far. He also reported that he threw two good curve balls.
Wood will pitch again on Saturday in Mesa. If all goes as expected, he'll then meet with Cubs management in Chicago to determine what his next step will be.
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Kerry Wood Improving
The Cubs lost to the Giants Tuesday night, but let's not dwell on bad news. We'll have plenty of opportunities for that later.
Kerry Wood pitched again for the Mesa Rookie League team in Mesa, Arizona, on Tuesday. He threw 17 pitches in one inning. He gave up one run on two hits and struck out one.
Most important of all, Wood reported that his arm felt fine. He will continue pitching on a rehab basis during two more games this week.
Kerry Wood pitched again for the Mesa Rookie League team in Mesa, Arizona, on Tuesday. He threw 17 pitches in one inning. He gave up one run on two hits and struck out one.
Most important of all, Wood reported that his arm felt fine. He will continue pitching on a rehab basis during two more games this week.
Tuesday, July 17, 2007
Remember Kerry Wood?
A few days ago, while all of you were asleep, Kerry Wood pitched one inning, threw 14 pitches, and struck out the side. All this occurred during a minor league game in Mesa, Arizona.
Wood pitched in spring training, but has been on the disabled list since then with tendinitis in his right shoulder.
Saturday's workout seemed to cause Wood no pain. It also proved that he can still throw strikes.
Speaking about Wood, Lou Piniella said it would be a mistake for anyone to hurry the pitcher's recovery. He also said that Wood's eventual return to the Cubs "would help our situation down the road."
If and when Wood does return, expect to see him pitching only in relief. He won't be starting any games.
Wood pitched in spring training, but has been on the disabled list since then with tendinitis in his right shoulder.
Saturday's workout seemed to cause Wood no pain. It also proved that he can still throw strikes.
Speaking about Wood, Lou Piniella said it would be a mistake for anyone to hurry the pitcher's recovery. He also said that Wood's eventual return to the Cubs "would help our situation down the road."
If and when Wood does return, expect to see him pitching only in relief. He won't be starting any games.
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