As tomorrow is the 40th anniversary of the Ryne Sandberg game, and with it, Ryne Sandberg Day featuring the unveiling of the Ryne Sandberg statue, we felt the need to re-publish this exclusive with my all-time favorite Cubs player, from May, 2021. How strange is 2021? It's weird enough that Chicago Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg, one of the greatest second basemen of all time, … [Read more...] about Talking Weed with Ryne Sandberg from a Dispensary (Exclusive)
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Ryne Sandberg: What His Legacy Means to Cubs Fans Everywhere
As today is the 40th anniversary of the Ryne Sandberg game, and with it, Ryne Sandberg Day featuring the unveiling of the Ryne Sandberg statue at 3pm CST, we re-publish this interview feature from 2008 when he returned to Wrigley Field in 2008, as manager of the Cubs single A affiliate, the Peoria Chiefs. Ryne Sandberg is an iconic figure for a whole generation of Chicago … [Read more...] about Ryne Sandberg: What His Legacy Means to Cubs Fans Everywhere
OUCH! Cubs trade Darwin Barney for player to be named
The Chicago Cubs today traded infielder Darwin Barney and a cash consideration to the Los Angeles Dodgers for a player to be named later. OUCH BABE! Remember when he was relevant? When he was possibly considered "a piece" in "the rebuild?" At least defensively, he was thought to be something, Now this is his fate. The one AAA leader hits once gave Cubs fans such high hopes. … [Read more...] about OUCH! Cubs trade Darwin Barney for player to be named
These Chicago Cubs are not your Dad’s Chicago Cubs
It is Friday, so it is time for me to get a little nutty, hopefully funny, and somewhat lovey … dovey. Unfortunately, there is really nothing to talk about as it relates to the Cubs. It has been a very quiet offseason thus far with basically nothing happening. So, I am really at a loss of what to write. Or, I guess just go on and throw it all out there, so let’s get at … [Read more...] about These Chicago Cubs are not your Dad’s Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs are NOT GOOD at baseball
Hello, good day, hope you are all doing fantastic. It is Friday, and as well all know, that means it is time for some ramblings. It is time to just throw some thoughts out there, see what sticks, then ask some hopefully intriguing questions and create some debate. That is what we do here, so let’s get it on. The trade deadline is Sunday, and a certain third baseman might be … [Read more...] about The Chicago Cubs are NOT GOOD at baseball
Rambling about the Cubs Convention
The 26th annual Cubs Convention kicks off today. This will be my sixth convention, and it is always fun. Nonetheless, with the Convention about to kickoff, and the excuses about to come coursing out of “the Management’s” mouth, Cubs fans are ready for a festive weekend while saluting Ronny in many ways. So, with all that said, let’s ramble on down the road. By: Brian … [Read more...] about Rambling about the Cubs Convention
Cubs Managerial Candidate: Ryne Sandberg
Just two years ago, more than 33,000 fans showed up at Wrigley Field just to watch Ryne Sandberg manage his Class-A Peoria Chiefs in a game against the Kane County Cougars. Sandberg is the Cubs’ most recent Hall of Fame inductee and a fan favorite. He’s certainly paid his organizational dues as well, having now managed Cubs minor league affiliates at every level but … [Read more...] about Cubs Managerial Candidate: Ryne Sandberg
Sports Mt. Rushmore
By the TSB Staff This Sports Bank collaboration is pretty self-explanatory. You’ve probably seen the bit on SportsCenter PAUL M. BANKS RED GRANGE: The Babe Ruth of football, along with Papa Bear Halas pretty much invented the NFL- America’s best loved league. He was so big he had two nicknames “Wheaton Iceman” and “Galloping Ghost” en route to becoming professional … [Read more...] about Sports Mt. Rushmore
