September 2010
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Garfield Minus Garfield Plus Schadenfreude
Though the Cubs just swept the Cardinals, it’s still been a painful season on the North Side. Sometimes, it helps to observe what’s happening on the South Side. And if you’re wondering what the heck this is all about, read up here.
You Should Probably Brace Yourself for Some OMG Adam Dunn
The offseason isn’t quite here yet, though September has the distinct feel of offseason for Chicago Cubs fans given the team’s elimination from playoff contention. For that reason, it’s already time to start talking about the hot stove. Or at least the lukewarm stove. With an opening at first base this winter, and no clear [...]
Carlos Zambrano Reiterates Retirement Plan
Despite getting back to his formerly dominant self, Carlos Zambrano is taking the opportunity in the (positive) spotlight to remind folks that he plans to retire when his current contract is up. “Like I said, I don’t think I will be playing any more after these three years,” Zambrano told reporters after last night’s win [...]
Obsessive New Manager Watch: It Ain’t La Russa
A collective sigh of relief rises up from the Cubs universe (though it’s an ironic sigh given how successful Tony La Russa has been), as Cardinals manager Tony La Russa affirmatively exited the Cubs managerial race. Of course, La Russa was in the race only insofar as his contract is up after this season. La [...]
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 7, Cards 3 – September 15, 2010
The Cubs took it to the Cardinals again, and Zambrano looked great again. Tyler Colvin hit his 20th homer of the year, and it was a swell game all around. What else is there to say, but…
The Chicago Cubs 2011 Schedule
As you may know by now, the Chicago Cubs have released their full 2011 season schedule. The Cubs get the AL East in interleague play this year, at least in part, and among the highlights: Cubs head to Fenway May 20 to 22, and the Yanks come to Wrigley June 17 to 19. The season [...]
Obsessive New Manager Watch: Fredi Gonzalez Out, Bob Melvin In
According to multiple reports, former Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez has turned down the Chicago Cubs’ offer of an interview for the team’s vacant managerial job. Gonzalez was once called Jim Hendry’s favorite for the role, but the problem is that he’s apparently also Atlanta’s favorite to succeed Bobby Cox. And as for Gonzalez, he is [...]
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 7, Cardinals 2 – September 14, 2010
I am working hard to take joy in beating the Cardinals as something unto itself, and not think about how this team is finally playing well when it doesn’t matter anymore (they were officially eliminated from playoff contention on Monday). The Cubs smacked Cy Young candidate Adam Wainwright around like he was former Cy Young [...]
