"One way, or another, I'm gonna find you! I'm gonna git ya git ya one way!" as Blondie told us back in the early 1980s. One Saturday, late in November of 2010, these words applied to a Big Ten college football game. It was more than a Big Ten league game, it was branded the Wrigleyville Classic, and it actually hosted ESPN College Gameday. It was an in-state rivalry game as … [Read more...] about Revisiting Illini-Northwestern, 1 End Zone Only, at Wrigley 2010
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#22 Illini vs Northwestern at Wrigley Field: Land of Lincoln Trophy Game Preview
Who's Hat? Well right now it's Northwestern's Land of Lincoln hat trophy, but it appears they'll really have their work cut for them in terms of keeping it. The Illini are receiving votes in the College Football Playoff right now while Northwestern appears to have shut down operations for the season already. In getting blown out 50-6, by a very mediocre Michigan team, the … [Read more...] about #22 Illini vs Northwestern at Wrigley Field: Land of Lincoln Trophy Game Preview
Syncing Cubs Stats with Iowa Hawkeyes v. Northwestern at Wrigley
Technically a home game for the Northwestern Wildcats at Wrigley Field today, fans of the Iowa Hawkeyes outnumbered the people in purple perhaps 10-1, or even 15, or maybe 20-1 today. And honestly, the attendance is really the only place that we'll see large numbers, of any sort, in this Friendly Confines college football game. In the box score, all the numbers are tiny. … [Read more...] about Syncing Cubs Stats with Iowa Hawkeyes v. Northwestern at Wrigley
Iowa Hawkeyes vs Northwestern at Wrigley Field Preview, Prediction
Although the Chicago Cubs won't be hosting a bowl game in Wrigley Field this winter, they will welcome the Iowa Hawkeyes and Northwestern Wildcats in on Saturday. Besides the world has enough bowl games in baseball stadiums anyway. This gimmick is as trendy as pumpkin spice right now. A baseball score is very likely this weekend, as the Hawkeyes bring an absolutely putrid … [Read more...] about Iowa Hawkeyes vs Northwestern at Wrigley Field Preview, Prediction
Wrigley Field Layout for Northwestern vs Iowa Hawkeyes (Photos)
The Wildcats Classic, where the Northwestern Wildcats will host the Iowa Hawkeyes, is only a few days away. So with that in mind, we flash back to 2021, and re-publish this post on the Friendly Confines layout for college football. Overall, it looks absolutely beautiful, just transcendent! However, as we covered during our preview podcast, you still have come cramped corners … [Read more...] about Wrigley Field Layout for Northwestern vs Iowa Hawkeyes (Photos)
Wrigley Field Has Added Meaning for Northwestern OL Coach Kurt Anderson
Northwestern will host Iowa on Saturday at Wrigley Field, the home of the Chicago Cubs, and this game will have special meaning for Wildcats Offensive Line Coach Kurt Anderson. It's extra special on a couple different levels. Obviously, it's a Big Ten West division game, being staged in the very novel and picturesque backdrop that is Wrigley Field, and that's huge in and of … [Read more...] about Wrigley Field Has Added Meaning for Northwestern OL Coach Kurt Anderson
Arizona Diamondbacks promote Northwestern grad Bo Schultz
Thanksgiving dinner is likely to seem especially tasty for onetime American Association hurler Bo Schultz since news arrived Wednesday that he had been added to the Arizona Diamondbacks' 40-man roster after a strong showing in the Arizona Fall League. The 28-year-old righty and Northwestern journalism grad, who was mostly a bullpen contributor (4-3, 4.13 in 37 appearances) … [Read more...] about Arizona Diamondbacks promote Northwestern grad Bo Schultz
Wrigley Field hosting Michigan vs. Northwestern…..in baseball
The purple will return to Wrigley Field. In some ways, the Northwestern Wildcats and Chicago Cubs were meant for each other. Both had/have major droughts. The NU college football team just won their first bowl game since 1949, and the college basketball has never ever made the NCAA Tournament, 70+ tries. As you've heard a million times, the Cubs haven't been to the World … [Read more...] about Wrigley Field hosting Michigan vs. Northwestern…..in baseball
Cubs vs. Wrigleyville rooftop owners: more friction inevitable
In the 2000s, the Chicago Cubs and the owners of the rooftops surrounding Wrigley Field had quite a tiff going on. The Cubs put up fences in the bleachers blocking the view of the Wrigleyville rooftops, so the rooftop owners built their seats higher above it. Then the ballclub put up another screen blocking the view, claiming it was for "post 9/11 security screens." After years … [Read more...] about Cubs vs. Wrigleyville rooftop owners: more friction inevitable
Be a Chicago Cubs Ballgirl (or boy)! Apply online
Just like last year with the PA gig, the Chicago Cubs are partnering with CareerBuilder to find four ball boys/ball girls for the 2012 baseball season at Wrigley Field. Submit your applications, including a video sample, now through March 12 at Cubs.careerbuilder.com. The team will select 50 semifinalists to attend live tryouts at BASH Sports Academy in Chicago on March 19. … [Read more...] about Be a Chicago Cubs Ballgirl (or boy)! Apply online