Once the World Series ends, Chicago Cubs' new President Theo Epstein and General Manager Jed Hoyer will get started on making their mark on the Chicago Cubs. The first thing they are going to have to do is go out and get some talent because this club has many holes to fill.The Cubs likely won't be big spenders, but most either expect them to go after at least one big player or make an impact by bringing in a few solid veterans.Epstein and Hoyer have a lot of work ahead of them, but luckily they have a few pieces already ...
There is no reason to crown the Chicago Cubs' Tom Ricketts as the world's greatest owner, but I don't think any Cubs' fan can argue that he isn't making the moves to give Chicago their best chance at contention. While waiting on the arrival of newly hired Theo Epstein, the Cubs have supposedly snagged another big name in Jed Hoyer. Hoyer, of course, is the San Diego Padres' general manager. If that move gets done it looks as if Chicago will be looking to bring back the magic that happened for Boston in 2004 and 2007. What is so great about these ...
As the Theo Epstein situation continues to stretch on, Comcast's Tony Andracki touched on a growing rumor Tuesday that the Boston Red Sox may be looking to dump Epstein's signing of Carl Crawford onto Chicago. Would this be something that the Chicago Cubs should consider? Or would they rather try their hand in free agency?I honestly am not quite sure. The only reason why I would almost consider that the Cubs should seriously consider taking this offer is because there is no guarantee they will get the Milwaukee Brewers' Prince Fielder, and that is also if they ultimately decide to go for him. ...
When the news broke out Tuesday that the Boston Red Sox initially requested Matt Garza for Theo Epstein, I am sure not a single fan thought what they were hearing was true.The Chicago Cubs have been waiting for a week now to get their new GM, and it appears that the reason is because the sides are more than far apart, they are in completely different worlds.In the end, the Cubs are likely not going to involve any current major league talent, but rather use a few prospects and some cash.I don't expect the Chicago Cubs to give up major-league talent, ...
It has been about a week now since the Chicago Cubs struck a deal with Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein, but the compensation talks still drag on. And things look to be going into the wrong direction.Reports came out that the Boston Red Sox asked the Chicago Cubs for starting pitcher Matt Garza in return for Epstein. I hope the Red Sox were kidding, and if they weren't, Cub fans should be afraid of the direction that this deal is going.If the Red Sox truly believe they deserve a top tier player like Matt Garza, this deal just isn't ...
It looks like the Chicago Cubs may have to wait a little longer to make it official with the Boston Red Sox in their negotiations over general manager Theo Epstein.Once the World Series comes to a close, the sides should have come to a decision, and Epstein should be ready to start to get things going on the North Side.When Epstein does come into the Cubs organization, he is going to have to address many key issues. The Cubs need to be fixed wherever they can. One of the first places Epstein can begin would be addressing the outfield.It is ...
On Sunday night, the St. Louis Cardinals eliminated Prince Fielder and the surging Milwaukee Brewers. There was more to this game though then just making the World Series though. It also had to do with keeping talent.It is no secret that Prince Fielder and Albert Pujols will be the two biggest names in free agency. Both teams would like to keep their star slugger, so nothing would convince them to stay more than making the World Series.With the Cardinals getting that spot, it looks even more likely that the face of the Cardinals' organization will likely be sticking around for ...
One of the first moves fans expect Theo Epstein to make when he takes over the Chicago Cubs front office is removing current manager Mike Quade.Quade was Cubs ex-GM Jim Hendry's hire, and he didn't show much success in his first season.Player's didn't play hard, and Quade already seemed to be in a lame duck position half way through the season.Epstein will likely want to insert his own choice, and that will be his first move.In order to build the team he wants, he needs a manager he wants. There are a few options out there, but no one really knows ...
Aramis Ramirez has been the Chicago Cubs third baseman through the majority of the Cubs' success over the last nine seasons. There is no doubt that Ramirez has been one of the more streaky players in the MLB, but no matter what, he has always been highly regarded as one of the more dangerous hitters.When Ramirez wants to turn it on, he is arguably one of the best. Unfortunately, most of the time, he just looks like he doesn't want to be out there.Why is this? Is it because he doesn't enjoy the game? Because he has had some managers ...
The Chicago Cubs are going to have a job opening at first base next season.The Cubs will have a few options with what they could do at the position. I have had my opinions in the past, but things have certainly changed with some events over the last few weeks. Still, everyone in Chicago has one thing on their mind:When are the Cubs signing Albert Pujols or Prince Fielder? Almost everyone in Chicago seems convinced that one of these situations is going to happen. I am sure some people are even convinced the Cubs will get both, and that just ...
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