March 2011
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Back End of the Cubs’ Rotation Shaping Up
Ryan Dempster, Carlos Zambrano, and Matt Garza will start the first three games of the Chicago Cubs’ season, but, so far, the Cubs have not announced which two pitchers would follow them in the rotation. Randy Wells has been in the Cubs’ rotation the last two seasons and has done nothing – seriously, nothing – [...]
Take a Break from the NCAA Tournament and Enter the BN Opening Day Contest
Bracket already busted? (Seriously, Morehead State? You’re good for funny hats, and that’s it.) No problem, because you can win your pool money ($50 to CubWorld) right here by entering the BN Opening Day Contest. Contest details here: Bleacher Nation Opening Day Contest. Do it.
Spring Training Miscellany: Cubs 5, A’s 6 – March 17, 2011
The Cubs blew a two-run 9th inning lead to lose to the A’s today, and I’ve got a smile on my face. Why? Because it’s Spring Training, folks. It sucks that it was Sean Marshall who blew it, but he’ll be fine. On to the stuff that matters… John Grabow returned to action after more [...]
Carlos Pena is the Most Positive Guy Ever
The Chicago Cubs didn’t quite know what they’d be getting from new first baseman Carlos Pena when they signed him. He’s just two years removed from some dominant seasons, but last year, his OPS dipped substantially, and he hit under .200. But Pena says he was dealing with foot issues last year, and he’s now [...]
Spring Numbers Won’t Change the Top of the Order
As we’ve discussed, you always have to take Spring Training numbers with a grain of salt. You never know exactly what veterans are doing with their Spring time – maybe they’re working on particular pitches, focusing on defense, or working on taking pitches at the plate. Sure, when a guy is actively competing for a [...]
Opening Day Contest: Want to Win $50?
We don’t have enough fun around these parts. For the most part, you can blame the Cubs’ performance. But, hey. It’s a new season and, at least for Opening Day, we can have some fun trying to figure out what the Cubs’ Opening Day lineup will be, and what the rotation will look like as [...]
Rotation and Bullpen Tidbits
There remains an active competition in camp for the fifth starter spot, and at least two bullpen spots. I say only the fifth starter spot because, by most accounts (including my own for months), Randy Wells has locked down the fourth starter spot. But the fifth spot and the complete makeup of the bullpen remain [...]
Why the 2011 Milwaukee Brewers Will Suck
By Brett on March 16, 2011
Editor’s Note: Yes, it’s that time of year again – the time for us to settle back into our protective bubble where the Chicago Cubs are destined for greatness, and every other team in the National League Central is bound for spectacular failure. If you’d care to check out last year’s fare: St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati [...]
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