There have been some interesting new developments in the Theo Epstein-to-Chicago Cubs saga.Yes, that whole thing is still going on. However, it sounds like it may be coming to an end very soon.According to a report from ESPNChicago.com's Bruce Levine, the deal to acquire Epstein from the Boston Red Sox will be finalized at some point on Thursday. Because major announcements during the World Series annoy Major League Baseball, the deal could be formally announced on Friday, an off day for the Fall Classic.And now for the good stuff. Per Levine's source, Epstein will be named the Cubs' president of ...
As soon as he sets foot in the Chicago Cubs front office, new general manager Theo Epstein should immediately order business cards that read: "Theo Epstein, Curse Buster."After that, he should make sure he knows the ins and outs of his contract with the club, which ESPN says is for five years and as much as $20 million.Next will come the hard part: actually fixing the Cubs.The phrase "easier said than done" comes to mind. The Cubs lost 91 games in 2011, and there's not a lot of hope for them going forward as they are currently situated. They have ...
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