Monday saw the Chicago Cubs move from damage control mode to the damage repair phase of addressing the fallout caused by Joe Ricketts' leaked emails. The billionaire TD Ameritrade founder, already previously notorious for holding some bigoted and racist world views, saw his e-mail messages that conveyed severe Islamophobia, consistent bigotry and belief in bizarre conspiracy … [Read more...] about Cubs Initiate Genuine Damage Repair After Ricketts’ Islamophobic, Bigoted Emails, Announce CAIR Partnership
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The Chicago Cubs week that was and more Cubs stuff
After a crazy Cubs week, full of news and groundbreaking signings like those of Trever Miller and Matt Tolbert combined with another eye-opening list of prospects from BA that no one has ever thought of before, it is hard just to catch one’s breath. Can you sense the sarcasm? Good, because I am laying it on pretty thick. And as I am typing this, word breaks across the … [Read more...] about The Chicago Cubs week that was and more Cubs stuff
FINALLY: Thoughts on Santo’s Induction into Hall of Fame
For more than 30 years, Chicago Cubs fans and baseball fans alike have been wondering when the day would finally come that Ron Santo would get his just rewards for his 14-year career and be granted entrance into the National Baseball Hall of Fame. Finally, almost a year to the day after he died in December 2010, Santo was elected to the Hall by the Veteran's … [Read more...] about FINALLY: Thoughts on Santo’s Induction into Hall of Fame
New Era in Cubdom: Five Ideas for Theo Epstein
After weeks of speculation and several years of futility, a new era finally began in Chicago baseball on Tuesday as the Chicago Cubs named Theo Epstein their new President of Baseball Operations. He brings with him the obvious pedigree of winning two championships as GM of the Boston Red Sox, but perhaps more importantly, he has shown an ability to make moves that may not seem … [Read more...] about New Era in Cubdom: Five Ideas for Theo Epstein
Cubs Terminate GM Jim Hendry; What’s his Legacy Among Cub Nation?
We knew this was coming, just a matter of when. The Chicago Cubs today officially fired General Manager Jim Hendry, naming Assistant GM Randy Bush as his interim successor. Owner Tom Ricketts issued a statement saying that the search for Hendry's long-term replacement has already begun. Hendry, 56, was named Vice President/General Manager on July 5, 2002 and departs as the … [Read more...] about Cubs Terminate GM Jim Hendry; What’s his Legacy Among Cub Nation?
The Chicago Cubs didn’t lose yesterday!!
Hey, everybody, the Cubs didn’t lose yesterday! That is right. They didn’t lose yesterday. Man, what a great feeling. Yep, that is what this season has become. I am happy because they couldn’t lose. That is awful. But we move forward because that is what Cubs fans do. And what is the treat we get for moving forward? The Cubs get to play three straight games against the … [Read more...] about The Chicago Cubs didn’t lose yesterday!!
More From Mr. Cub, Cubs Owner Tom Ricketts, Sec. of State White on Cubs License Plates
The Chicago Cubs unveiled a new license plate for the state of Illinois today! More on that here. Also, Mr. Cub Ernie Banks, owner Tom Ricketts, and Secretary of State Jesse White were on hand at Wrigley Field to unveil and discuss it. Watch the two videos below to virtually join the press conference. … [Read more...] about More From Mr. Cub, Cubs Owner Tom Ricketts, Sec. of State White on Cubs License Plates
New Cubs License Plate Unveiled by Ernie Banks, Jesse White, Tom Ricketts (Videos)
Before the formal press conference was even held and the design unveiled, the demand for Cubs license plates crashed the state's system. 210 people had placed orders before the Chicago Cubs and Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White had even unveiled the new Chicago Cubs permanent license plate. Money raised from the license plates will support public schools throughout the … [Read more...] about New Cubs License Plate Unveiled by Ernie Banks, Jesse White, Tom Ricketts (Videos)
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 Owner Ricketts Rejected by State, Announces New Investment Plan
Yesterday wasn't very good to Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts. Here's what went down according to the Chicagoist: Since announcing their proposal for modernizing Wrigley Field last week, the Ricketts family has been lambasted by the media and shot down by both the mayor and governor. The Tribune's Phil Rogers seems to be the lone village idiot who thinks that the Cubs do … [Read more...] about Cubs Owner Ricketts Rejected by State, Announces New Investment Plan