Throwing Praise Cubs’ Way
11Jan2012I’m not the only one pleased with the direction the “new” Cubs are taking. Former baseball GM Jim Bowden came out in favor of Theo and Jed’s winter moves on ESPN. While I still have cringe-inducing memories of Bowden as GM of... more ...
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Cleaning House Was Never So Much Fun
5Jan2012Chicago Cubs fans got a belated Christmas gift with the trade of Carlos Zambrano to the Miami Marlins for Chris Volstad. As far as the Cubs’ on-field fortunes are concerned, the deal means little. Both pitchers are back-end-of-the-rotation guys... more ...
Where Do We Go From Here?: Part 1
30Dec2011As we wile away the winter days, waiting for the start of Spring Training, let’s examine some important issues facing the Chicago Cubs, both near-term and long-term. In the first installment of WDWGFH, let’s look at one of the Cubs’... more ...
Reality Sets In
27Dec2011Finally put the finishing touches on the latest book and now can return to my “other” passion. Say this for the Cubs new regime — it’s grounded in reality. No proclamations about how we’re going for it in 2012. No scof... more ...
Prince Fielder: Do We Want Him?
14Dec2011There is only one real plum left in the free agent class among hitters — a very plump and scruffy plum who would fill a gaping hole in the Cubs’ lineup. While the Cubs could certainly use Prince Fielder, the question is should they plunk... more ...
Now Can We Interest You in Carlos Zambrano?
12Dec2011Obviously desperate for a hitter who doesn’t have Lyle Alzado-like testosterone levels or is seeking Albert Pujols-like dollars, the Milwaukee Brewers signed Aramis Ramirez Monday to a three-year contract. As much as the Crew needs an offensive... more ...
