January 2013

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Lukewarm Stove: The Impact of a Nelson Cruz Suspension, and Chatting About Cubs Rumors

Lukewarm Stove: The Impact of a Nelson Cruz Suspension, and Chatting About Cubs Rumors

Could the Cubs cash in on another team’s plight? How likely is Carlos Marmol to be dealt? How long is this rebuild going to take?

Can the Yankees Really Void Alex Rodriguez’s Contract? And Other Bullets

Can the Yankees Really Void Alex Rodriguez’s Contract? And Other Bullets

It’s just impossible to see. Some prospect bits, offseason bits, renovation bits, and a humble request of you, the reader.

The Chicago Cubs Have Three of the Top 50 Prospects, According to MLB.com

The Chicago Cubs Have Three of the Top 50 Prospects, According to MLB.com

And I’m sure you can guess the three: Javier Baez, Albert Almora, and Jorge Soler.

Obsessive Wrigley Renovation Watch: At Least One Neighborhood Group Expresses Concerns

Obsessive Wrigley Renovation Watch: At Least One Neighborhood Group Expresses Concerns

The Cubs want Tom Tunney to introduce an ordinance at the February 13 City Council meeting which would help get some changes rolling.

Theo Epstein Names His Top 25 Pearl Jam Songs, Because Why Not

Theo Epstein Names His Top 25 Pearl Jam Songs, Because Why Not

A diversion, and little more.

The Scott Hairston Deal Still Isn’t Final, But Looks to Be $5 Million Over Two Years (Plus $1M in Incentives)

The Scott Hairston Deal Still Isn’t Final, But Looks to Be $5 Million Over Two Years (Plus $1M in Incentives)

The Cubs have to clear a roster spot, but, in the interim, it’s looking like a great deal for the Cubs.

Are You a Statistics and Computer Genius? The Cubs Are Hiring

Are You a Statistics and Computer Genius? The Cubs Are Hiring

The organization needs a “Director of Research and Development.” I love you, but you probably aren’t qualified.

The Cubs’ Front Office Brain Trust Grows by One Tom Tango

The Cubs’ Front Office Brain Trust Grows by One Tom Tango

The sabermetric star now consults exclusively for the Chicago Cubs.