October 2011
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Theo Epstein Squeal Watch: Everyone Thinks Deal Will Be Announced Before World Series Begins on Wednesday
Another rundown of where things stand with respect to the Cubs and Theo Epstein. Things are looking good for an early week announcement. Many other bullets, as well.
Everyone Thinks Yu Darvish Will Be Posted This Winter and Other Bullets
But should the Cubs get in on the potential ace? The Cardinals make me sigh, Cubs’ prospects make me smile, and the Astros’ sale is as back-and-forth as the Theo Epstein drama.
Rumor: Cubs and Red Sox’s Talks Nearing Conclusion, Theo Epstein and Josh Byrnes to Join Cubs’ Front Office
All rumor caveats apply, but this was too good not to share.
Theo Compensation Talks “Moving Along” and Other Bullets
The talks are said to be “business-like” and “civil,” which would be a marked change from reports just two days ago. Brett Jackson is off the table, more Josh Byrnes buzz, and a Ryne Sandberg battle.
Boston May Be Holding Up Theo Epstein Discussions for Personal Reasons and Other Bullets
Source says Red Sox are bitter that Theo wants to leave, and are holding him hostage in negotiations with Cubs. Red Sox owner all but confirms Theo’s departure, the Cubs have nice prospects, and Brett Jackson’s foot hurts.
The Theo Epstein Compensation Drama Continues – Red Sox Don’t Want to Let Theo Take Personnel (UPDATE)
There still isn’t an overt concern that the deal will fall through, but talks could drag into next week. UPDATE: Red Sox Owner all but confirms Theo is gone.
Billy Corgan Wants Ryne Sandberg and Other Bullets
Smashing Pumpkins front man is a die hard Cubs (and Sandberg) fan. Aramis Ramirez wants many years, Carlos Pena digs the (hopeful) new GM, Theo’s grandpa writes about Morocco, and we’re loving on the Ricketts plan.
The Theo Epstein Saga: A Question of Leverage
By Brett on October 15, 2011
Who really holds the leverage in the Theo Epstein compensation discussions, and, if the Red Sox go nuclear, what can the Cubs do about it?
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