August 2011
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The Carlos Zambrano Story Makes the Chicago Media a Little Testy
Even on his way out the door, Carlos Zambrano has the ability to set the Chicago media off.
Confirmation of Tom Ricketts’ “Announcement”? And Other Bullets
But what exactly will the Cubs’ owner say? The local press is now suggesting a Jim Hendry return, ditto Aramis Ramirez and Carlos Pena, the Players’ Association is grievancing at the Cubs, and the Cubs have signed another international prospect.
Report: Mayor’s Office on Board with Public Funding for Wrigley Field
Source says Tom Ricketts has been meeting with Mayor Emanuel and other government officials over the past few weeks.
Complete 2011 Chicago Cubs Draft Roundup
Everyone’s signing status, bonus amounts, who was overslot, and analysis of the Chicago Cubs’ 2011 draft. Yup – it’s long. But, given the state of the Cubs, it should put a smile on your face.
Report: Jim Hendry’s Job is “At Risk”
Finally, a national writer provides a source for what should have been obvious for months: Chicago Cubs GM Jim Hendry probably won’t return in that role next year.
Obsessive Zambrano Watch: Dempster Might Not Welcome Carlos, Other Teams Might
Ryan Dempster says he doesn’t know if he’d welcome Z back, but there may be other teams out there interested in picking him up. Sammy Sosa says Z should be careful about retiring, and a reader shares his thoughts.
Mike Quade Finally Acknowledges Concern About Carlos Marmol (Kind of) and Other Bullets
Marmol’s velocity remains a big problem, but Mike Quade seems to be avoiding the issue. Data on Marmol’s velocity issues, Tyler Colvin’s batting order preference, and prospect Josh Vitters is heating up.
