November 2011

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S-Cardenfreude: Nothing But Ryan Theriot Screwing Up

S-Cardenfreude: Nothing But Ryan Theriot Screwing Up

It’s hard to look at the Cardinals and laugh these days, but we can try.

Boston Media Still Saying Ridiculous Things About Theo Compensation

Boston Media Still Saying Ridiculous Things About Theo Compensation

It’s been over a month, guys. Let it go.

Kerry Wood Likely to Return to the Cubs and Other Bullets

Kerry Wood Likely to Return to the Cubs and Other Bullets

Wood may even get a two-year deal. More on Dale Sveum, Zambrano and Epstein, scouting in the DR, Mike Quade as Manager of the Year, and an AFL update.

Obsessive New Manager Watch: Reports Say It’s Dale Sveum

Obsessive New Manager Watch: Reports Say It’s Dale Sveum

Sveum has been offered the Cubs’ job, sources say, and many believe he’ll accept this week.

Obsessive New Manager Watch: Francona Out

Obsessive New Manager Watch: Francona Out

In, out, in, and out again – Francona doesn’t see the Cubs’ job as a good fit right now, and says he’d be better off sitting 2012 out.

Latest Chicago Cubs Rumors: Everyone Available, Bruce Chen, Kerry Wood, Cuban Stars

Latest Chicago Cubs Rumors: Everyone Available, Bruce Chen, Kerry Wood, Cuban Stars

Multiple sources say the Cubs are going to listen to offers on any player this Winter. The Cubs are reportedly looking at Bruce Chen, will “consider” re-signing Kerry Wood, and are in on another Cuban prospect.

Lukewarm Stove: Chicago Cubs Have Met with Mark Buehrle’s Agent … Twice

Lukewarm Stove: Chicago Cubs Have Met with Mark Buehrle’s Agent … Twice

The lefty is looking for at least four years and at least $56 million, so these could be some pricey meetings.

Obsessive New Manager Watch: More Talks This Week, Francona Officially a Candidate

Obsessive New Manager Watch: More Talks This Week, Francona Officially a Candidate

The Cubs will continue the process of following up with candidates this week, and hopefully narrow the list down to a final choice by the end of the week or early next week.