December 2011

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Waiting for Darvish and Other Bullets

Waiting for Darvish and Other Bullets

The bids are in on Yu Darvish, and the Cubs are among the bidders. Now, we wait. Carlos Zambrano is back on the mound, Kerry Wood reminisces, and the Aramis Ramirez sky isn’t falling.

Lukewarm Stove: Cubs Interested in Coco Crisp, Jason Varitek and Tim Wakefield

Lukewarm Stove: Cubs Interested in Coco Crisp, Jason Varitek and Tim Wakefield

Rumors that don’t exactly get the heart pumping, but could yield useful pieces.

Chicago Cubs Buy the McDonald’s Property Across From Wrigley Field

Chicago Cubs Buy the McDonald’s Property Across From Wrigley Field

The Cubs have made at least one $20 million investment this offseason.

Obsessive Prince Fielder Watch: Another National Pundit “Knows” the Cubs are in on Fielder

Obsessive Prince Fielder Watch: Another National Pundit “Knows” the Cubs are in on Fielder

The national media keeps saying the Cubs are a leading contender for Fielder, while the local media shies away. It’s probably worth considering the source.

Today is Yu Darvish Posting Bid Day

Today is Yu Darvish Posting Bid Day

Bidding closes at 4pm CT today, and the Chicago Cubs are expected to bid. But how high should they go? And how much will Darvish cost?

The Possibility of Carlos Zambrano Returning to the Chicago Cubs in 2012 is Increasing

The Possibility of Carlos Zambrano Returning to the Chicago Cubs in 2012 is Increasing

The trade market appears to be thin, to say the least. Zambrano says he’s training as hard as ever in the hopes of succeeding with the Cubs in 2012 – and beyond.

Angel Guzman’s Story with the Chicago Cubs Has Ended

Angel Guzman’s Story with the Chicago Cubs Has Ended

The former top prospect and excellent reliever has moved on to the Dodgers on a minor league deal with a Spring Training invitation.

Dark Days Lie Ahead for the Milwaukee Brewers and Other Bullets

Dark Days Lie Ahead for the Milwaukee Brewers and Other Bullets

And it isn’t just the looming specter of a Braun steroid scandal and suspension. Scott Boras is working for his clients, Brett Jackson might not be in Chicago for a while, and who’s on top in the NL Central?