– Testing delays struck the Cubs once again yesterday (reportedly still all negatives), which meant that upwards of six gamers were not able to take part in the afternoon intrasquad game. It was just the current pointer in a string of continuous tips that these delays keep happening, and they not just expose players to a somewhat greater danger of transmission amongst teammates and workers, but they also will put teams in absurd positions in needing to select between an abundance of caution and competitive balance. Worse, the hold-ups stitch doubt in the minds of the really gamers you require to support to make this procedure work.
The biggest thing for us is the security. We all want to play baseball because thats what we enjoy to do, and we have an opportunity to bring joy to a lot of individuals that are house, through these difficult times. If self-confidence in the safety of the workers and gamers takes a big enough hit, you will see more gamers pass on playing, and then the entire thing falls apart.
In some cases I arbitrarily sing around your house. In fact, I believe I do it a lot. Real songs, made up songs, things Im doing, whatever. Cant assist it. I believe the household is finally starting to get ill of it …
– For his part, David Ross is still attempting to keep a level head (Cubs.com): “Weve got to support MLB. In such a special environment, this is difficult. I think Ive stated that a million times. Its hard on the players; its hard on Major League Baseball. I dont believe its anybodys fault that things are postponed. Were focusing on the incorrect task if you desire to point fingers. Weve got to concentrate on, as the Chicago Cubs, doing the very best work we can when were on that field and controlling what we can manage. And screenings not in our control. To be frustrated is just a waste of energy for me.” Hes no doubt right, in terms of what he requires to concentrate on, but at the exact same time, I do not know how you could not be extremely disappointed, specifically knowing that quickly, this is going to effect wins and losses, health and security, and road travel.
– Both Rizzo and Ross revealed optimism that things will be improved for the season, however I guess well see. Its 8 days away.
– Highlights from the other days intrasquad:
The Cubs hit 3 homers in Wednesdays intrasquad skirmish.
More: https://t.co/USD8I3L4y3 pic.twitter.com/e5rvb5gsMW
— Marquee Sports Network (@WatchMarquee) July 16, 2020
– I chuckled:
We now present a lesson in COVID-19 prevention from Javy Baez: pic.twitter.com/YRREAPedNT
— Cubs Talk (@NBCSCubs) July 16, 2020
– If you missed it last night, the Cubs signed back-up-back-up catcher Jose Lobaton to a minors deal, likely luring him with ice cream.
– From the world of the Bulls and Bears:
Actually, I believe I do it a lot. Real songs, made up songs, things Im doing, whatever. If self-confidence in the security of the personnel and players takes a big enough struck, you will see more players pass on playing, and then the whole thing falls apart. I believe Ive stated that a million times. I do not think its anyones fault that things are postponed.
Allen Robinson Is Not “Anticipating Hearing Anything” from the Bears on a Potential Extensionhttps:// t.co/ YqHwO1XLp6.
— Bleacher Nation Bears (@BN_Bears) July 15, 2020.
Cant lie– this is intense and remarkably enjoyable. pic.twitter.com/nKX0eq0xn7.
— Brett Taylor (@Brett_A_Taylor) July 10, 2019.
Jerry Reinsdorf Says Hes Losing a Lot of Money Right Nowhttps:// t.co/ UmDSlQXzpj.
— Bleacher Nation Bulls (@BN_Bulls) July 15, 2020.
– A massive Twitter hack the other day left a lot of us not able to tweet for several hours (THE HORROR!), so I was going back through some of my old tweets to look for contextually proper jokes to retweet (I am a loser). In that process, I returned across a video I really took pleasure in from practically a year back. Delight in the hot sports material:.
