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Sean Marshall

Cubs Lose to the Ludwick Show And Piniella Puts Sean Marshall in Left Field

by MiserableCubsFan on July 12, 2009

Add left fielder to the positions that Sean Marshall has played. In an unusually crafty move, Piniella removed Soriano from left (always a great idea) to put Marshall (who had just pitched to a batter) so that he could pitch to the next left-handed hitter. Although it didn't work out quite as planned as LaRussa countered by subbing a righty for the lefty who was supposed to bat. Anyway, it was fun and cool and then Reed Johnson made an awesome catch to make everyone forget about the whole thing. Too bad the Cubs lost, but Wells pitched another good game other than (of course) allowing two home runs to Ryan Ludwick.

Later on SportsCenter in the Sunday Conversation, Lou Piniella still maintains that he is surprised by the intensity of Cubs fans and the "inquisitive-ness" of the Cubs media. "If you win 3 out 4, you're going to the World Series, if you lose 3 out of 4, you're in last place." Yeah, yeah, we know ... But Lou has to know that all Cubs fans are behind him -- especially when he calls Bradley a piece of **** to his face.

2009 Cubs Convention YouTube Clips

by MCF on January 20, 2009

Lou Piniella, Jim Hendry, and Larry Rothchild

Lou Piniella, Jim Hendry, and Larry Rothchild discuss the 2009 team, Ryan Dempster's evolution and approach as a starter in 2008, who will be the lead-off hitter, Lou's advice to disgruntled fans, and Hendry calms the angry mob by answering why he traded DeRosa.

Jim Hendry

Jim Hendry explains why he let Kerry Wood sign with the Indians, the events that led up to the signing of Milton Bradley, and his take on Fukudome's troubles. Also, Oneri Fleita tells of turning Carlos Marmol from an outfielder into a reliever.

Ted Lilly, Ryan Dempster, Reed Johnson, and Aaron Miles

Ryan Dempster talks about signing his four-year extension, Reed Johnson jokes about his beard and "the catch!", Aaron Miles explains why he signed with the Cubs, and Ted Lilly tells the story of pranking Ryan Dempster. Reed Johnson talks about the signing of Milton Bradley and (wow!) Aaron Miles tells his hostage story.

Pat Hughes, Len Kasper, and Bob Brenly

Pat Hughes talks about what it's like to work with Ron Santo and what he thinks of Carlos Zambrano. Len Kasper puts a positive spin on the playoff meltdown and Bob Brenly gives his thoughts on the 2009 Cubs.

Meet Cubs Management

Jim Hendry, Randy Bush, and Crane Kenney discuss building a team that is strong in the playoffs, how the economy is affecting the business of baseball, hot prospects in the minor leagues, why DeRosa was traded (hint: it's financial), why the Greek Orthodox priest in the playoffs, and why Milton Bradley over Ibanez or Abreu?

The Clubhouse Entertainers

Ryan Dempster lets everyone in on his Moose Horn prank and Lee Smith blames Randy Hundley for a lost fortune after Hundley's decision to turn him into a reliever.

Not For Women Only Session

Ryan Theriot, Jeff Samardzija, Sean Marshall, Reed Johnson, and Aaron Miles talk about what sport they suck at, which celebrity they freaked out over upon meeting, "man crushes," and first kisses.

Game Day Experience

Mike Fontenot, Joey Gathright, Kevin Hart, Koyie Hill, and Ted Lilly talk about superstitions, the support of fans, Fontenot and Hill's unique way to break a slump, and what it's like to play at Wrigley Field.