As expected, the 33rd edition of the annual Cubs Convention was a sell out, drawing over 10,000 attendees. Once again, the Wrigley Field renovations were a hot discussion topic, as each year new information is disseminated by Cubs President Crane Kenney at the annual fan gathering during the "Business Operations Update." Traditionally, this is the most informational and … [Read more...] about Update on Wrigley Field Renovations and The Park Additions for 2018
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Cubs Convention 2018: Andre Dawson Appearance a Hot Discussion Topic
"The Hawk" Andre Dawson may be the headliner of the 2018 Chicago Cubs Convention, as his presence at this event could signal a return to the organization. And in what capacity might that be? For now, the Cubs are keeping it under wraps, but perhaps some clues might surface during the Welcome Back panel on Saturday late afternoon. Dawson won the NL MVP award his first year … [Read more...] about Cubs Convention 2018: Andre Dawson Appearance a Hot Discussion Topic
Hosting a Local Sports Franchise Made Easy
By John O'Leary If there is anything that hits close to home with the lovely, old American Dream it is the notion of owning a sports team. Heck – legendary billionaire George Steinbrenner reportedly purchased the New York Yankees baseball team using just $5,000 of his own money, the rest wheedled from investors and borrowed from banks. He then let the profits from the team … [Read more...] about Hosting a Local Sports Franchise Made Easy
Is 2018 the Year Red Sox Legend Luis Tiant Gets Into Cooperstown?
By John O'Leary photo credit If there’s one question on most baseball fan’s lips this year, it must be: will 2018 be the year that Sox legend Luis Tiant is inducted into the hall of fame? If this happens, we could all be heading out to Cooperstown, N.Y. to celebrate the event. … [Read more...] about Is 2018 the Year Red Sox Legend Luis Tiant Gets Into Cooperstown?
Softball Or Baseball? Which Is The Better Sport?
By John O'Leary When it comes to all-American sports, two major big hitters that come to mind are baseball and softball. To the untrained eye, these are pretty similar beasts that each involve running around a diamond after a ball has been pitched and hit. However, it is the subtleties that make these two great sports worthy of being two different entities. When it comes … [Read more...] about Softball Or Baseball? Which Is The Better Sport?
Kyle Schwarber: Why Cubs Fans Irrationally Love Him So
Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber hasn't contributed anything yet to the National League Division Series, as he didn't play in game two, and went 0-3 with two Ks in game one. The numbers and statistics show that he's due soon. Perhaps that impact comes today in game three versus the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field. It's possible we could see a SCHWARBOMB! or a … [Read more...] about Kyle Schwarber: Why Cubs Fans Irrationally Love Him So
Chicago Cubs vs Washington Nationals NLDS Preview with Mark Gonzales
The postseason will soon be upon us as the Chicago Cubs visit the Washington Nationals for game one of the National League Division Series Friday night. With us to preview the NLDS is the Chicago Tribune's Cubs beat writer, Mark Gonzales. Keep up with his work at this link, follow him on Twitter here (@MDGonzales). There are numerous storylines to this series, first and … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs vs Washington Nationals NLDS Preview with Mark Gonzales
Joe Maddon Failed With His Latest Political Remarks
Chicago Cubs Manager Joe Maddon needs to be better than the remarks he made today in response to the sporting world backlashing against President Donald Trump. The POTUS went after Colin Kaepernick and the NFL last night at a needless and pointless rally in Alabama. National Football League Commissioner Roger Goodell hit back at Trump with a strongly worded statement … [Read more...] about Joe Maddon Failed With His Latest Political Remarks
Baby at New York Yankees Game Struck by Foul Ball “Doing Alright” (Video)
Scary moment at the New York Yankees home game today. This was very frightening, and it's a reminder to us all of the dangers and risk that come with attending a Major League Baseball game. Take a look at this footage from the Yankees 11-3 win over the Minnesota Twins this afternoon. A little girl, just two years old, was struck by a foul ball off the bat of Todd Frazier … [Read more...] about Baby at New York Yankees Game Struck by Foul Ball “Doing Alright” (Video)
Illinois Football: Mike Epstein Emerges at RB as Homecoming Trip Approaches
Google Illinois football player Mike Epstein, and one of the first links to emerge is the Wikipedia bio of the 1960s-1970s Major League Baseball pitcher. Until you actually click on the biography, and read the very first sentence, you won't believe the nickname this gentleman had during his MLB playing days; which spanned eight years and five different clubs. Mike Epstein … [Read more...] about Illinois Football: Mike Epstein Emerges at RB as Homecoming Trip Approaches