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		<title><![CDATA[WHATEVER HAPPEND TO MY CAT]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:29:58 PDT</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[Today started off as a normal day. &nbsp;I went to school, worked out after school, and had a great dinner with my family. &nbsp;Then, my whole world started to spin. &nbsp;I accidentally mistaken my cat for a pillow. &nbsp;RIP cat. &nbsp;Then I had to go bury my cat in the backyard. &nbsp;It was still meowing as I placed dirt on top of my cat. &nbsp;What a day.<p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/6728/whatever-happend-to-my-cat.html">Continue reading "WHATEVER HAPPEND TO MY CAT"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[WHATEVER HAPPENED TO MY CAT]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:25:01 PDT</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[Today started off as a normal day. &nbsp;I went to school, worked out after school, and had a great dinner with my family. &nbsp;Then, my whole world started to spin. &nbsp;I accidentally mistaken my cat for a pillow. &nbsp;RIP cat. &nbsp;Then I had to go bury my cat in the backyard. &nbsp;It was still meowing as I placed dirt on top of my cat. &nbsp;What a day.<p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/6727/whatever-happened-to-my-cat.html">Continue reading "WHATEVER HAPPENED TO MY CAT"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[QUESTION TO JIM HENDRY WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:27:34 PST</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[The offseason for the Cubs in the past few years has been exciting as they were able to grab names such as Alfonso Soriano, Derek Lee, and Greg Maddux. &nbsp;But this offseason has many Cubs fans scratching their heads and looking at each other confused. &nbsp;Confused on what direction Jim Hendry is taking this team. &nbsp;Is he trying to dump salary? &nbsp;Is he going in a youth movement? &nbsp;Is he trying to dump salary to grab a bigger fish in the sea such as Peavy or Ramirez? &nbsp;Is he building a team to win a World Series this year? &nbsp;I know the answer to the last one and that is a big NO. &nbsp;What is he doing? &nbsp;Lets glance at the Cubs offseason so far. &nbsp;The Cubs have gotten rid of Mark Derosa, Kerry Wood, Jim Edmonds, Bob Howry, Henry Blanco, Ronny Cedeno, Felix P<p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/6369/question-to-jim-hendry-what-the-hell.html">Continue reading "QUESTION TO JIM HENDRY WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC IS A WORLD BASEBALL OF CRAP]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:05:17 PST</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[<p>	The Word Baseball Classic. &nbsp;A classic game of baseball that features sixteen countries to exhibit their talents to the world. &nbsp;It is a tournament where players go out and represent their country and our proud to be doing so. &nbsp;It is the bragging rights for the winner to proclaim they are the best baseball nation in the world. &nbsp;Famous baseball players around the world will be playing for their countries. &nbsp;This list includes baseball greats such as Derek Jeter, Miguel Cabrera, Grady Sizemore, Carlos Zambrano,&nbsp;Alex Rodriguez, Ichiro Suzuki, and many more stars to display their talents to the world. &nbsp;Are you excited? &nbsp;Are you ready to root for your country and hope they bring home they big cheese? &nbsp;Are you really that excited? &nbsp;I say, who cares. &nbsp;The World Baseball Classic means nothing. &nbsp;I mean, what is the point of it. &nbsp;Sure, it is a way for us to see talent around other countries and we can see who will be the next Albert Pujols. &nbsp;But why do we need this. &nbsp;In the United States, our nation could care less if we win or lose, even though it is embarrassing for us to lose after it is called &quot;America's Pastime.&quot; &nbsp;United States has many more important things going on in the sports world besides the WBC. &nbsp;This might mean a lot to other neighboring nations because it is a way for showing their pride and a way of showing their talent to the world. &nbsp;They do not have the World Series like the United States. &nbsp;This is their World Series and their gold medal in the Olympics. &nbsp;Japan went crazy when they won the first WBC title. &nbsp;It was an honor for them to win it and they really appreciated what they have accomplished. &nbsp;That will not be the same in the United States. &nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/6279/world-baseball-classic-is-a-world.html">Continue reading "WORLD BASEBALL CLASSIC IS A WORLD BASEBALL OF CRAP"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[CUBS WILL SHINE IN 2009 GIVE ME A BREAK]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:01:36 PST</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[Every year, every Cubs fan believes this year can possible be finally the year. &nbsp;The year where all of the misery will finally be forgotten as the Cubs will finally hoist up the trophy that means they are the champions of the world. &nbsp;For me it is hard to feel 2009 will be any different. &nbsp;It is hard to get close to these Cubs all over again. &nbsp;It is hard trying comprehend the lost of Mark Derosa unless it brings Peavy to the Cubs. &nbsp;I can not see 2009 being a better season than 2008 to make me believe it will &nbsp;be the year this year. &nbsp;There were so many moments that made me believe the Cubs were going to win it in 2008. &nbsp;There were so many walk off wins. &nbsp;So many comeback victories. &nbsp;Who could forget the improable comeback where the Cubs were d<p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/6271/cubs-will-shine-in-2009-give-me-a-break.html">Continue reading "CUBS WILL SHINE IN 2009 GIVE ME A BREAK"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[Lovie Not Excuses dont cut it]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 23:19:03 PDT</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; After the Bears were stunned by a dramatic comeback by the Falcons with eleven seconds left, Lovie Smith is still trying to find answers.&nbsp; His replies are not good enough.&nbsp; The biggest blunder was Lovie calling for a squib kick with eleven seconds left.&nbsp; His excuse: &ldquo;the players were tired&rdquo;.&nbsp; That was the words he said on why he called that kick.&nbsp; This gave the Falcons excellent field position.&nbsp; All they needed was a miracle pass and have someone go out of bounds quickly.&nbsp; That is what happened as Matt Ryan connected with Norwood. &nbsp;Advice to Lovie: Do not underestimate the game of football.&nbsp; This was like a slap of the face to Lovie. &nbsp;Lovie thought he won.&nbsp; Thought? That&rsquo;s all that happened Sunday, everyone thought they were going to win.&nbsp; But, the realization is, they lost. &nbsp;Nothing else.&nbsp; All because of one play that cost the whole game.&nbsp; You play the whole game, even if there is eleven seconds left.&nbsp; Time is time.&nbsp; Anything can happen.&nbsp; That is what just happened.&nbsp; I don&rsquo;t think the Falcons have realized they won yet.&nbsp; After a horrible decision on a squib quick, Lovie decides to call a cover two for the defense.&nbsp; Why would he make such a call when everyone in the building knows a hail mary is coming?&nbsp; Lovie can not turn back the clocks.&nbsp; The Bears could have been a full game in first as the other teams still trying to find their identity. &nbsp;A thought.&nbsp; Next time, Lovie should have thought about the game on the field, not the post-game celebration.</p><p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/4761/lovie-not-excuses-dont-cut-it.html">Continue reading "Lovie Not Excuses dont cut it"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[All I want for Christmas Cubs World Series  Manny]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 23:58:00 PDT</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[<p>After the Cubs picked up Rich Hardens option, &nbsp;there still is unfinished business with putting the final pieces for the Cubs winning it all in 2009.&nbsp; Still hurts to say I have to wait to next year.&nbsp; Anyways, I am already writtng my Christmas list to Jolly Ole Saint Nick (AKA Jim Hendry).&nbsp; He better hear my demands or he will be unhappy when he sees that there is coal in his stocking.&nbsp; </p><p><u>Go After Sabathia!!</u><u></u><u></u> </p><p>I&rsquo;m going coco for C.C.&nbsp; We all should.&nbsp; After joining the Brewers Sabathia went 11-2 with a 1.65 ERA.&nbsp; He just dominated the National League.&nbsp; I think he will continue to do that will the nasty pitches he has.&nbsp; I think the Cubs should steer him away from the West Coast and convince him he will continue to make National League hitters foolish.&nbsp; Offer him a small contract.&nbsp;&nbsp; I don&rsquo;t care how much it is.&nbsp; If you want to win next year, get him on your team.</p><p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/4688/all-i-want-for-christmas-cubs-world.html">Continue reading "All I want for Christmas Cubs World Series  Manny"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[A Lefty Situation Where is Lilly]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:28:57 PDT</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Last night was the first game in the NLCS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Philadelphia Philles.&nbsp; First of all, the Cubs should be in this position facing the Phillies, not the Dodgers.&nbsp; But our overpaid players did not show up for any of the games.&nbsp; The only one that seemed to show up was the batboy.&nbsp; Anyways, I was watching the game last night and the Phillies did something that threw the Dodgers off: Having a left handed pitcher face them.&nbsp; This would be a shocker after the Dodgers faced three straight righties against the mighty Chicago Cubs.&nbsp; This was the first sign that the Cubs were in trouble against the Dodgers. &nbsp;You can not face a team in this quick series and not throw a lefty out there.&nbsp; I saw the Dodgers hitters lost against Cole Hamels.&nbsp; Sure, the Dodgers got two runs, but Hamels just shut the door right after.&nbsp; Why?&nbsp; Dodgers had to face a lefty and had to adjust. </p><p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/4649/a-lefty-situation-where-is-lilly.html">Continue reading "A Lefty Situation Where is Lilly"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[Talented Mr Nemo Week 6 Fantasy Football Pickups]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:25:46 PDT</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[<p>Hello and how are you all doing?&nbsp; You need help to jumpstart your fantasy football team.&nbsp; This weeks pickups will help you defeat your opponent this week.</p>      <ul style="margin-top: 0in"><li class="MsoNormal">WR      Brandon Stokley Denver Broncos</li></ul>    <p>Hurry up before he is gone.&nbsp; Stokley will have a huge game this week with injuries to Eddie Royal.&nbsp; Stokley will be Cutlers number one target.&nbsp; For the season, he is going under the radar with 132 yards and a score in his last two games.</p>    <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Projected Fantasy Points Week 6: 18</p>      <ul style="margin-top: 0in"><li class="MsoNormal">RB      Justin Fargas Oakland Raiders</li></ul>      <p>Fargas is probably available in everyone&rsquo;s league.&nbsp; Take him.&nbsp; He is now healthy and starting against the Saints.&nbsp; Oakland is third in run offense in the NFL.&nbsp; </p><p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/4599/talented-mr-nemo-week-6-fantasy-football.html">Continue reading "Talented Mr Nemo Week 6 Fantasy Football Pickups"</a></p>]]></description>
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		<title><![CDATA[PUT IT SIMPLE LOU WAS OUTMANAGED BY TORRE]]></title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 10:46:56 PDT</pubDate>
		<description><![CDATA[<p>After witnessing another embarassing post-season game, the Cubs find themselves down 0-2 against the Dodgers heading to LA.&nbsp; All the Dodgers need to do is win one game.&nbsp; All the Cubs need to do is win three straight games.&nbsp; Which one do you think is easier.&nbsp; With the Cubs losing 10-3 Thursday night, it was obvious who the better manager was during this game by pulling all the right strings.&nbsp; No it wasn't Sweet Lou, it was Joe Torre.&nbsp; He played the game right in a playoff game, Lou didn't.&nbsp; Torre played small ball, Sweet Lou didn't.&nbsp; Here is an example and one of the most critical parts of the game.&nbsp; It was the first inning and Soriano was at second with nobody outs.&nbsp; With the Cubs struggling to score runs in the playoffs, you would think Theriot would bunt Soriano to third with Lee <img src="http://cdn.faniq.com/images/blog/67305da0f24f11eefd20f93a0f372f6b.jpg"  border="0"  width="237"  height="278" /></p><p><a href="http://www.chicagocubsnews.com/nemodirect/weblog/4467/put-it-simple-lou-was-outmanaged.html">Continue reading "PUT IT SIMPLE LOU WAS OUTMANAGED BY TORRE"</a></p>]]></description>
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