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Post by batman66 on Apr 15, 2016 7:40:03 GMT -5
They already have outscored the opposition by 43 runs 64-21
They have not allowed an un earned run so far.
They lead the league in runs scored averaging 7 runs a game despite losing Schwarber and batting averages from the "big bats" like Bryant .250, Rizzo .182, Heyward .216, Soler .200.
Whats going to happen when these guys actually start hitting?
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Post by zegometer on Apr 15, 2016 9:26:01 GMT -5
Agree 100% batman... It's different guys contributing everyday. I mentioned in another thread that if a couple of guys are slumping it seems to go unnoticed bc other guys just step it up... This lineup is vicious from top to bottom and I only see it improving as the weather warms up!
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Post by breakingbaptist on Apr 15, 2016 9:32:29 GMT -5
They already have outscored the opposition by 43 runs 64-21 They have not allowed an un earned run so far. They lead the league in runs scored averaging 7 runs a game despite losing Schwarber and batting averages from the "big bats" like Bryant .250, Rizzo .182, Heyward .216, Soler .200. Whats going to happen when these guys actually start hitting? it was nice to see Russell break out last night. With that kind of production coming from the bottom of their lineup its going to be scary. |
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Post by mel10 on Apr 15, 2016 9:38:21 GMT -5
Not to get ahead, but I can't wait for the Cubs to face the Cardinals. True test right there.
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Post by cub87fan on Apr 15, 2016 9:54:19 GMT -5
Another interesting stat that I heard. The Cubs have a better run differential than the 7-2 Orioles, 7-2 White Sox, and 7-1 Washington Nationals. Combined. One more blowout and you can include the Royals in that group.
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Post by cubbies4eva on Apr 15, 2016 9:56:01 GMT -5
They already have outscored the opposition by 43 runs 64-21 They have not allowed an un earned run so far. They lead the league in runs scored averaging 7 runs a game despite losing Schwarber and batting averages from the "big bats" like Bryant .250, Rizzo .182, Heyward .216, Soler .200. Whats going to happen when these guys actually start hitting? it was nice to see Russell break out last night. With that kind of production coming from the bottom of their lineup its going to be scary. Russell is just a lot of fun to watch. He's quickly becoming my favorite player. |
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Post by mel10 on Apr 15, 2016 10:00:13 GMT -5
it was nice to see Russell break out last night. With that kind of production coming from the bottom of their lineup its going to be scary. Russell is just a lot of fun to watch. He's quickly becoming my favorite player. Favorite current player....That would make a great thread with a poll. |
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Post by cubbies4eva on Apr 15, 2016 10:08:02 GMT -5
Russell is just a lot of fun to watch. He's quickly becoming my favorite player. Favorite current player....That would make a great thread with a poll. Yeah it would, but man it would be hard to pick one. |
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Post by cub87fan on Apr 15, 2016 10:09:29 GMT -5
Favorite current player....That would make a great thread with a poll. Yeah it would, but man it would be hard to pick one. Yes it would. Rizzo has been mine for awhile, but Russell is going to be a fan favorite. |
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Post by cubbies4eva on Apr 15, 2016 10:13:21 GMT -5
Yeah it would, but man it would be hard to pick one. Yes it would. Rizzo has been mine for awhile, but Russell is going to be a fan favorite. At this point I would probably vote for Rizzo. Or maybe Bryant. Or Russell. Or Arrieta. Or even Fowler (I love having Fowler on this team). Just so many awesome players who just also happen to be awesome people on this team. |
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Post by cub87fan on Apr 15, 2016 10:13:31 GMT -5
It's also interesting watching Heyward. Nothing he does with the bat really jumps out at you so he is under the radar, but he's just a solid presence in the lineup, in the field and on the base paths. Definitely nice to have someone you can rely on like that.
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Post by cub87fan on Apr 15, 2016 10:14:49 GMT -5
Yes it would. Rizzo has been mine for awhile, but Russell is going to be a fan favorite. At this point I would probably vote for Rizzo. Or maybe Bryant. Or Russell. Or Arrieta. Or even Fowler (I love having Fowler on this team). Just so many awesome players who just also happen to be awesome people on this team. I've always been a big fan of Arrieta, too. I advocated for him to get a shot at the rotation when we traded for him, which makes him more special to me. |
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Post by TheChico on Apr 15, 2016 10:20:49 GMT -5
At this point I would probably vote for Rizzo. Or maybe Bryant. Or Russell. Or Arrieta. Or even Fowler (I love having Fowler on this team). Just so many awesome players who just also happen to be awesome people on this team. I've always been a big fan of Arrieta, too. I advocated for him to get a shot at the rotation when we traded for him, which makes him more special to me. I thought Arrieta would of made a fine closer on this team when the Cubs got him, He still would be but I think he should stick to starting. |
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Post by mel10 on Apr 15, 2016 12:54:35 GMT -5
They already have outscored the opposition by 43 runs 64-21 They have not allowed an un earned run so far. They lead the league in runs scored averaging 7 runs a game despite losing Schwarber and batting averages from the "big bats" like Bryant .250, Rizzo .182, Heyward .216, Soler .200. Whats going to happen when these guys actually start hitting? Here's a number for you. This is the best start by a Cubs team since 1969. |
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Post by trav768 on Apr 15, 2016 13:15:42 GMT -5
just think what this team is going to do when Heyward, Rizzo, Bryant get hot. Bryant showing signs of his bat coming to life. Rizzo and Heyward can break out at any moment now
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Post by batman66 on Apr 15, 2016 13:21:23 GMT -5
it was nice to see Russell break out last night. With that kind of production coming from the bottom of their lineup its going to be scary. Russell is just a lot of fun to watch. He's quickly becoming my favorite player. They just said on the MLB network through 9 games they have the highest run differential in baseball since 1900. |
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Post by laputan on Apr 15, 2016 22:38:14 GMT -5
Russell is just a lot of fun to watch. He's quickly becoming my favorite player. They just said on the MLB network through 9 games they have the highest run differential in baseball since 1900. Holy cow! |
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