June 2011
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Mostly Tom Ricketts’ Comments and Other Bullets
More of Tom Ricketts on organizational spend, the Cubs’ financial burdens, Crane Kenney’s job security, and funding Wrigley Field’s revamp, as well as a bit on Starlin Castro and Darwin Barney.
Enhanced Box Score: Brewers 9, Cubs 5 – June 15, 2011
Cubs come out with a thud after the last two exciting wins. I blame the rain.
Finally: Tom Ricketts Speaks
The owner spoke about Jim Hendry’s job, Mike Quade’s job, the state of the team’s finances, Wrigley Field, Carlos Zambrano, and the structure of the front office.
Free Fantasy Baseball Tournament – $150 Up for Grabs
Don’t miss your chance to win cash by playing one day of free fantasy baseball – also, it helps keep the lights on here at BN. So do it.
The Cubs Made Good on Their (F) Word and Other Bullets
New strategy: funny shirts before every game. Prince Fielder’s free agency, the Cubs’ money to spend, the Tom Ricketts era, and Marlon Byrd’s rehab also feature today.
God’s Wrath Watch: Darwin Barney Probably Going to the Disabled List (Updated: Yup, and Soriano Back)
Sprained PCL in his right knee. Happened when he scored the winning run on Monday. How’s that for wrath?
Enhanced Box Score: Brewers 4, Cubs 5 – June 14, 2011
Big comeback against the hottest team in the league? Walk-off win? These things do anything for you?
More Opinions on Renovating Wrigley Field
By Brett on June 15, 2011
Jim Hendry says it’s not that bad, Rick Morrissey says it’s been bad for a long time, and Steve Rosenbloom says it’s only bad when the Cubs are bad.
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