August 2011
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Series Preview: Braves v. Cubs, August 22 – August 25, 2011
The Atlanta Braves come in for a four-game set to take on the world beaters of Chicago.
Report: Carlos Pena Has Been Placed on Waivers
Ken Rosenthal says the Cubs have finally placed their first baseman on waivers.
Obsessive Cubs GM Watch: Andrew Friedman Getting Endorsements Already
The young, successful Tampa Bay GM could be a perfect fit for the Cubs’ job. Matt Garza and Carlos Pena are already offering their endorsement.
Aramis Ramirez May No Longer Want to Stay in Chicago
Ramirez’s agent says, with Jim Hendry gone, Ramirez is “probably going to at least look now and see what’s out there” after this season.
Jim Hendry Confirms Lame Duck Status Caused Trade Deadline Inactivity
Hendry says he and Tom Ricketts believed the next GM might want some of the players Hendry could have traded, so Hendry held onto them.
Obsessive Cubs GM Watch: Rumor Has It Ricketts Has Wanted Brian Cashman for Months
A source says Ricketts felt out Cashman’s interest in the Cubs’ job as early as the All-Star break. Cashman says he wants to stay with the Yankees.
Starlin Castro Thinks the Stands Are Very Interesting and Other Bullets
Young shortstop caught turning his back last night, Ricketts says Z not coming back, Cashner is coming back, and Cubs still hoping Wilken and Fleita come back.
