"Sweet Lou" will be hangin' 'em up at the conclusion of this season, according to ESPN.com. The current manager of the Chicago Cubs has managed in the big leagues for 23 years for the Yankees, Reds, Mariners, Devil Rays and Cubs.
Pinella is widely known for his on field arguments with umpires where he would often explode into tantrums. He would kick dirt, throw his hat and even pick up bases and throw them.
"I couldn't be more appreciative of the Cubs organization for providing me the opportunity to manage this ball club," Piniella said in ...
Cubs' first round draft pick Hayden Simpson will miss the summer season due to an ongoing battle with mononucleosis, according to scouting director Tim Wilken.
The 16th overall selection out of Southern Arkansas, Simpson went 13-1 with a 1.81 ERA in 99 1/3 innings over his junior season.
You never want to hear about a young player getting sick and having to miss time, but this could be a blessing in disguise for Simpson. He might be able to get some rest and get back into shape for the next season and prove to the Cubs why they drafted him 16th ...
