April 9th, 2008 - 2008 OPCubs
With the never-ending winter of 2007 behind us, the Cubs are looking forward to improving on last season's record. Several new additions have been made with prospects still rolling in. The leagues lineup of clubs remains unchanged for the 2008 season. The Cubs will open the 2008 season on Sunday, May 11 against the Marlins at Southwest Park. If you are interested in trying out for the Cubs, or have any questions, please contact John Francel.
May 27th, 2007 - Cubs Defeat Mets
Coming off their first win of the year, the Cubs improve their record to 2-3 after beating the Mets (formerly Braves) in their first showdown of the season. The Cubs' offense dominated the Mets' pitching totalling 18 hits and 13 runs over 6 innings. Ben Lickteig (4-4, 4 R, 3 RBIs, 3B, 2 2B), Kavit Breyersdorf (2-3, 2B, R, 2 RBIs), Jerry Frydman (2-4, R, 3 RBIs) and Merak Metz (2-2, 2B, 2 RBIs) led the offensive onslaught. Derek Dzeb (0-1) started on the hill gaining his first win of the season. He went 3 1/3 innings allowing only 2 hits, 3 runs and striking out 6. Breyersdorf came into relief in the 5th with one out and bases loaded. He was able to end the inning without any runs being scored. A few untimely errors were the only thing that kept this game close as he finished up striking out 3 while allowing 4 earned runs. The Cubs look to pick up their 3rd win in a row as they play the Vikings on Saturday.
May 13th, 2007 - Opening Day
While the The Cubs dropped their season opener to the defending league
champion Marlins, the club showed a lot of promise for the 2007 year. The
Cubs pitching staff looked much improved with Derek Zdeb on the bump in the
opening day start. Zdeb pitched well until he ran into some control issues leading to one big inning for the Marlins. David Kirk and Kavit
Beyersdorf pitched well in relief, but the slumbering Cubs bats could not get
Zdeb off the hook as he took the opening day loss. The Cubs defense was
another bright spot in the loss as the club committed no errors and looked
sharp with a few outstanding plays. The Cubs will look to build on a solid
pitching and defensive performance, as well as, get the bats going wednesday
against the 1-0 Winnemac Electrons.
January 6th, 2007 - Cubs seek more talented players
As spring time looms around the corner (and as opening day draws near), the Oriole Park Cubs are about to start gearing up for another run at a CMBA title. The 2006 season saw the Cubs return to the playoffs after a two-year hiatus; however, the Cubs were unable to reach the championship game as they were eliminated from the playoffs in the semi-finals. This year, the Cubs look to improve upon last year's success, setting their sights on a league championship. The Cubs are expecting the majority of the 2006 club to return; however, the team is also looking to add the final pieces to the championship puzzle. We are looking to add at all positions, with major focus on pitchers and another catcher. The Cubs will be starting practice / open tryouts near the beginning of spring; all those who are interested in trying out, or would like more information regarding the Oriole Park Cubs, please contact
John Francel.
July 18th, 2006 - Cubs Deal Some Payback
The Cubs extend their winning streak to four with a win over the Rangers, 7-5. Curtis Leonard (3-1) pitched all seven giving up five runs (four earned) on eight hits, four walks, and five strikeouts to earn his third win of the season. Ben Lickteig chipped in with four hits, and Dave Wernecke (3-4, 2B) and Mark Jeager (2-2, 3B, RBI) added solid performances propelling the Cubs to the win.
