The Sports Bank

Football. Soccer. Basketball. Gaming and Much More

Chicago Cubs

Don’t Give the Cubs Your Money this Year and Here’s Why

By

By now you have heard about the Chicago Cubs white flag trade that gave away Yu Darvish for mere cents on the dollar. The move, when paired with the departure of Theo Epstein, shows the franchise certainly has a direction, down. The Cubs are moving towards something- falling into a ditch. Darvish was acquired in the last winter offseason that saw the Cubs actually adding on … [Read more...] about Don’t Give the Cubs Your Money this Year and Here’s Why

Cubs Future Could Take Down Turn as Jed Hoyer Replaces Theo Epstein

By

As Chicago bred triple threat Common rapped, in a track on his debut album, "this was a test that was bigger than him." The line certainly applies to the new Chicago Cubs Team President Jed Hoyer. A very intelligent and astute executive, he's brimming with acumen, but the challenge he's facing is monumental! Not only does he have to succeed his professional BFF, Theo … [Read more...] about Cubs Future Could Take Down Turn as Jed Hoyer Replaces Theo Epstein

1906 “Hitless Wonders” White Sox vs 2020 “Very Little Offense” Cubs

By

There is a reason Marquee Network analysts talk all the time about Ian Happ, and very little about the other bats in the Chicago Cubs lineup. Yes, he is having a MVP level season, but beyond him, Jason Heyward and sometimes Kyle Schwarber, a little bit, there is nothing to get excited about with this 2020 Cubs offense. And Marquee is owned by the Cubs, and therefore a … [Read more...] about 1906 “Hitless Wonders” White Sox vs 2020 “Very Little Offense” Cubs

Cubs Trade for Jose Martinez, Colorful Cubs Twitter Reactions

By

With the Chicago Cubs acquiring a new designated hitter today (technically referred to as an infielder/outfielder in Jose Martinez, Cubs Twitter came alive with varying opinions on the new pickup.  The Tampa Bay Rays received a player to be named or cash consideration as well as a player to be named or cash consideration (whatever floats their boat I guess) in exchange for … [Read more...] about Cubs Trade for Jose Martinez, Colorful Cubs Twitter Reactions

How to Make the Best Baseball Picks

By

Deciding which team to pick in your baseball pool at work, the sports book, or even a friendly game between your friends is difficult to do, but does not have to be so difficult. Now, with that being the case you may want some help in figuring out which one of the teams you should be picking. An easy way would be to buy an experts MLB picks, which definitely would be helpful, … [Read more...] about How to Make the Best Baseball Picks

Chicago Cubs 1/5 Complete 2020 Season Evaluation: Pitching

By

Believe it or not, the 2020 Major League Baseball season is 1/5 complete already. Or at least it is for the Chicago Cubs, who sport the best record in the National League at 10-2. The only other team, in all of baseball, to match that winning percentage is the Minnesota Twins, who are also 10-2. MLB handicappers did not see this coming, as the Cubs didn't even reach the … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs 1/5 Complete 2020 Season Evaluation: Pitching

Cubs Legend Carlos Zambrano Looking to get into Coaching

By

Chicago Cubs legend Carlos Zambrano is looking to make the move into coaching. That's according to his most recent boss, Chicago Dogs Owner Shawn Hunter. Big Z could also likely be honored with his very own Dogs bobblehead next season, said the owner of the American Association ballclub. Zambrano announced his retirement for the first time in September of 2014, but would … [Read more...] about Cubs Legend Carlos Zambrano Looking to get into Coaching

Cubs SP Jose Quintana Set for Significant Time on IL

By

In a 60 game season, the cliche "every game matters" takes on a new level of meaning. Every single start, from any SP, is ramped up in significance. Losing any of your starting rotation pitchers, no matter who they are, any given John Doe, hurts all that much more in this strangest of MLB seasons. Chicago Cubs staritng LHP Jose Quintana suffered a laceration on his left thumb … [Read more...] about Cubs SP Jose Quintana Set for Significant Time on IL

Sammy Sosa Day at Wrigley Field? Don’t Bet on It

By

Ahead of the 30 for 30 "Long Gone Summer," which debuted this past Sunday, former Major League Baseball slugger Sammy Sosa said in a media opportunity that the film would change people's minds. Not sure why he said that, other than in trying to up hype up a very substandard "documentary." Sosa said nothing of real substance, and gave no true insights during this film, which … [Read more...] about Sammy Sosa Day at Wrigley Field? Don’t Bet on It