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Indifference71

HesCalledDyer said:

Indifference71 said:

HesCalledDyer said:

Statement from Steve Bartman:

“Although I do not consider myself worthy of such an honor, I am deeply moved and sincerely grateful to receive an official Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series Championship ring. I am fully aware of the historical significance and appreciate the symbolism the ring represents on multiple levels. My family and I will cherish it for generations. Most meaningful is the genuine outreach from the Ricketts family, on behalf of the Cubs organization and fans, signifying to me that I am welcomed back into the Cubs family and have their support going forward. I am relieved and hopeful that the saga of the 2003 foul ball incident surrounding my family and me is finally over.

I humbly receive the ring not only as a symbol of one of the most historic achievements in sports, but as an important reminder for how we should treat each other in today’s society. My hope is that we all can learn from my experience to view sports as entertainment and prevent harsh scapegoating, and to challenge the media and opportunistic profiteers to conduct business ethically by respecting personal privacy rights and not exploit any individual to advance their own self-interest or economic gain.

Moreover, I am hopeful this ring gesture will be the start of an important healing and reconciliation process for all involved. To that end, I request the media please respect my privacy, and the privacy of my family. I will not participate in interviews or further public statements at this time.

Words alone cannot express my heartfelt thanks to the Ricketts family, Crane Kenney, Theo Epstein, and the entire
Cubs organization for this extraordinary gift, and for providing the City of Chicago and Cubs fans everywhere an
unforgettable World Championship in 2016. I am happy to be reunited with the Cubs family and positively moving
forward with my life."

Can't they just leave this fucking guy alone already?!?!?  

Who?  The Cubs?  This was all the fans' fault and the media as he mentioned (and I'll throw in Moises Alou, for good measure).  Nothing to do with the organization.  I think it's a very professional and classy move for the Chicago Cubs to extend this offer to Mr. Bartman.  I'm sure if he harbored any disdain or pain from the organization itself, he might have declined.  Perhaps this is the first big step in everyone - the Cubs, the fans, and the media - moving forward for the better.

For all the Mr. Bartman has endured, this is an exceptional offering by the organization on behalf of anyone and everyone who has ridiculed him for 14 years.

Now, we, the fans, should "leave him alone already."  Ease his pain.

Oh yeah- very nice gesture by the Cubs.  Just drives me nuts every time we hear about this guy...he has made it clear he doesn't want to talk to the media and just wants to be left alone.  I just feel bad for the guy....his life was ruined by the idiot fans who blamed him and the media who wouldn't leave him alone.  Alex Gonzalez is the one who everyone should have blamed!!

Gtilley8

Indifference71 said:

HesCalledDyer said:

Indifference71 said:

HesCalledDyer said:

Statement from Steve Bartman:

“Although I do not consider myself worthy of such an honor, I am deeply moved and sincerely grateful to receive an official Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series Championship ring. I am fully aware of the historical significance and appreciate the symbolism the ring represents on multiple levels. My family and I will cherish it for generations. Most meaningful is the genuine outreach from the Ricketts family, on behalf of the Cubs organization and fans, signifying to me that I am welcomed back into the Cubs family and have their support going forward. I am relieved and hopeful that the saga of the 2003 foul ball incident surrounding my family and me is finally over.

I humbly receive the ring not only as a symbol of one of the most historic achievements in sports, but as an important reminder for how we should treat each other in today’s society. My hope is that we all can learn from my experience to view sports as entertainment and prevent harsh scapegoating, and to challenge the media and opportunistic profiteers to conduct business ethically by respecting personal privacy rights and not exploit any individual to advance their own self-interest or economic gain.

Moreover, I am hopeful this ring gesture will be the start of an important healing and reconciliation process for all involved. To that end, I request the media please respect my privacy, and the privacy of my family. I will not participate in interviews or further public statements at this time.

Words alone cannot express my heartfelt thanks to the Ricketts family, Crane Kenney, Theo Epstein, and the entire
Cubs organization for this extraordinary gift, and for providing the City of Chicago and Cubs fans everywhere an
unforgettable World Championship in 2016. I am happy to be reunited with the Cubs family and positively moving
forward with my life."

Can't they just leave this fucking guy alone already?!?!?  

Who?  The Cubs?  This was all the fans' fault and the media as he mentioned (and I'll throw in Moises Alou, for good measure).  Nothing to do with the organization.  I think it's a very professional and classy move for the Chicago Cubs to extend this offer to Mr. Bartman.  I'm sure if he harbored any disdain or pain from the organization itself, he might have declined.  Perhaps this is the first big step in everyone - the Cubs, the fans, and the media - moving forward for the better.

For all the Mr. Bartman has endured, this is an exceptional offering by the organization on behalf of anyone and everyone who has ridiculed him for 14 years.

Now, we, the fans, should "leave him alone already."  Ease his pain.

Oh yeah- very nice gesture by the Cubs.  Just drives me nuts every time we hear about this guy...he has made it clear he doesn't want to talk to the media and just wants to be left alone.  I just feel bad for the guy....his life was ruined by the idiot fans who blamed him and the media who wouldn't leave him alone.  Alex Gonzalez is the one who everyone should have blamed!!

Aint that the truth!  My Detroit buddies always asked me how I could believe that Alou catches that ball, but not blame Bartman for the loss.  Alex Gonzalez and his boot on a taylor-made, sunday-hop double play ball is always the answer.  

bbiggs

Good for Bartman.  I hope this provides some form of closure. I wonder if he has gone back to Wrigley.  I would guess the answer is yes.  I know I couldn't pick him out of a crowd without the exact same outfit he wore in '03 and I'm guessing this would apply to most fans (if not all).  Hopefully he has returned. 

bflynn1

How bout Lester with his first career dinger last night?? Simply awesome.

HesCalledDyer

bflynn1 said:

How bout Lester with his first career dinger last night?? Simply awesome.

Yeah buddy!  He almost hit one out his last start.  Dude's showing some power as of late.

bflynn1

I'm loving the bullpen dance offs too haha

bbiggs

Wilson Contreras is a man on a mission!

Carl Edwards, on the other hand, needs to stop walking so damn many guys. Has not been sharp lately. 

HesCalledDyer

This team simply cannot compete this year. Can't beat anyone over .500 and hell, that wasn't even close to the best the Nationals can offer.

Why does Daniel Murphy ALWAYS beat the holy living fuck out of us??
6-11 2B 2HR 3RBI 1BB 5R on the series 

HesCalledDyer

Lost a series to the worst team in baseball.  So, what does that make us?

HesCalledDyer

Homer Bailey had 31 strikeouts on the year before yesterday's start.  He now has 41.  Why hasn't our hitting coach been fired???!!!

HesCalledDyer

Joe "How Can I Ruin An Awesome 9-run Comeback Late In The Game Oh I Know Let Me Put Justin Suck Ass Grimm In" Maddon.

darwinstheory

Yeah, blowing an epic comeback like that kind of stings. Especially after a "walk off" win the night before. 

bbiggs

Our bullpen is pure dog shit top to bottom.  No more sugar coating it for me.  It's beyond frustrating. 

HesCalledDyer

Duensing & Strop have been the only consistent setup men.  Everyone is gonna have a bad outing or three, but it seems like the rest of the guys only have a good outing or three in them.

HesCalledDyer

We've won 4 straight going into today which means the Reds will likely take this series.

bflynn1

Really hoping we can create some space between us and the Cardinals before the 7 games we have left with them. Hell, just pull away from everyone. I'm not expecting a repeat World Series appearance, just want us to make the playoffs.

HesCalledDyer

If they strike out 10+ times against Homer Bailey again today, I'm gonna flip shit.  We need to beat the living fuck out of that 8.84 ERA.

bbiggs

We need to take care of business and win every series when playing the lesser teams.  If we can go into Busch and split at worst, I'm fine with it.  Milwaukee has been winning a lot as well so the remaining games against them and the Redbirds will be crucial. 

bbiggs

Bad loss tonight. Fucking bullpen strikes again. 

HesCalledDyer

I swear if we lose 3 of 4 or get swept by the god damn Pirates...