Well, hello again everybody. It has been awhile since I shared my ridiculous and random stream of consciousness with everyone. My sincerest apologies. Life got in the way as a trip to Ireland, and that pesky thing called a “work conference” prevented me from rambling about all things Cubs including a great weekend in Pittsburgh and due propers to Alfonso Soriano who … [Read more...] about The Chicago Cubs season is rambling down
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Chicago Cubs and Starlin Castro agree on 7 year extension
The Chicago Cubs and shortstop Starlin Castro have agreed to terms on a seven-year contract that includes a club option for an eighth season in 2020. The contract covers Castro’s four arbitration seasons as well as his first three free agent seasons (club option for his fourth free agent season). Terms of the deal were not disclosed. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs and Starlin Castro agree on 7 year extension
Chicago Cubs ramblings on the way to a 100 loss season
After a week off, thanks to life getting in the way of a good rant, Ramblings are back and better than ever. Well, hopefully these are at least decent. Basically, I just hope you enjoy them a little bit. Or more. So let’s go … … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs ramblings on the way to a 100 loss season
Chicago Cubs call up top prospect Brett Jackson
The addition of Anthony Rizzo made the Chicago Cubs from a 105 loss team to a 90-95 loss MLB team. Sure, it's still the dregs, but bringing up the NL Rookie of the month was still good for a 10-15 game swing. How about the next top prospect out of Iowa? Brett Jackson is now here. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs call up top prospect Brett Jackson
Chicago Cubs sign 2nd rounder; list of signed draft picks
The Chicago Cubs signed right-handed pitcher Duane Underwood, their second round selection (67th pick overall) in the 2012 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft. Underwood, from Pope High School in Georgia, will report to Mesa. Overall in 2012, the Cubs signed each of their first 20 picks and 29 players overall selected in the draft. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs sign 2nd rounder; list of signed draft picks
Chicago Cubs activate Ryan Dempster
The Chicago Cubs today activated right-handed pitcher Ryan Dempster from the 15-day disabled list. To make room for Dempster on the roster, right-handed pitcher Chris Volstad has been optioned to Triple-A. … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs activate Ryan Dempster
Cubs unfortunately have to bring Chris Volstad back up
The Chicago Cubs today recalled right-handed pitcher Chris Volstad from Triple-A Iowa. To make room for Volstad on the roster, Casey Coleman has been optioned to Triple-A. Sorry for the bad news Cubs fans. An just when you had won four in a row...Volstad will make the start for the Cubs tonight against the Atlanta Braves at Turner Field. A member of Chicago’s starting … [Read more...] about Cubs unfortunately have to bring Chris Volstad back up
Cubs finalize deal with Cuban sensation Jorge Soler
There were a ton of MLB teams in the derby for Cuba defectee Jorge Soler, and the Chicago Cubs won the spending battle to get him. Now that Anthony Rizzo is up at the Major League level, Soler gets to become the next big name to be "franchise savior." Soler, 20, joins the Cubs organization after playing for Cuba at several international tournaments, including the 16-under … [Read more...] about Cubs finalize deal with Cuban sensation Jorge Soler
White Sox vs Cubs, Craig Robinson vs. Nick Offerman, The Office vs. Parks & Rec (video)
What follows is the the third installment of the New Era ballcaps ads featuring actors Nick Offerman and Craig Robinson sporting Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs caps. This one is the funniest by far; as it features Robinson in his Sox cap doing a lounge song version of "Take me out to the Ballgame." It's a viral vid sure to spice up the latest edition of the Red Line … [Read more...] about White Sox vs Cubs, Craig Robinson vs. Nick Offerman, The Office vs. Parks & Rec (video)
Chicago Cubs fire big expensive hitting coach
The Chicago Cubs today dismissed hitting coach Rudy Jaramillo and named James Rowson, the organization’s minor league hitting coordinator, the club’s interim major league hitting coach. Jaramillo was a big expensive splash hire three years ago, but obviously couldn't work his magic here. All he accomplished in the Major Leagues meant nothing when he tried to get it done in … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs fire big expensive hitting coach