Theo Epstein Clarifies Third Base and Other Bullets
Also, thoughts on Shawn Camp’s struggles and the decision to keep/use him.
Month: May 2013
Cubs Minor League Daily: It’s Coming
“It” would be the rumor season, and that impacts the farm system. Also: Javier Baez had a good game that included a walk.
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 4, Pirates 5 – May 21, 2013
Matt Garza looked great. That is all.
Pre-Gamin’: Cubs v. Pirates (6:05 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, etc.
Matt Garza is back. Get ready.
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As Expected, Cubs DFA Michael Bowden to Make Room For Matt Garza
The Cubs now have 10 days to trade, waive, or release the 26-year-old righty.
Chicago Cubs Claim Reliever Eduardo Sanchez Off Waivers from Cardinals
The 24-year-old righty was excellent in 2011 before falling off over the last two years.
Gentle, but Forceful, Reminder: Sign Up for the $300 BN Fantasy Contest
Friends, Romans, countrymen. Lend me your 5 minutes to sign up and have some fun.
Telephone: Ian Stewart Says that Theo Epstein Says that Josh Vitters is the Future at Third Base
Could it be that the organization still believes Vitters is the long-term answer at third base?
BN Podcast Episode 28: Garza’s Return, Price’s Injury, Castro’s Focus, and the Elephant in the Room
What exactly are we looking for from Matt Garza over the next couple months? What’s coming for Starlin Castro? And what’s up with David Price’s arm?
Series Preview: Cubs v. Pirates, May 21 – May 23, 2013
Watch out, Pittsburgh. Matt Garza’s coming for you. Also other Cubs.
Keep Your Hand Off the Javier Baez Panic Button and Other Bullets
There is still plenty of time, and plenty of good indicators, including the most important ones at this point in his development.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Gates of Time
Albert Almora is coming back, and a number of prospects are heating up.
Yes: It Looks Like Albert Almora is Finally Headed to Kane County
The Cubs’ 2012 first round pick is recovering from a wrist injury, and appears good to go.
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BAM: Another Free $300 One-Day Fantasy Baseball Contest
A fun way to keep the lights on at BN? And you can win money by playing one day’s worth of fantasy baseball? Score.
Lukewarm Stove: The Cubs Could Have the Best Starting Pitching Options on the Trade Market
With Matt Garza and Scott Feldman surely on the block, the Cubs could be in the catbird seat in a weak market. Also, more on David Price’s injury/trade situation.
Reminder: Off-Day Q&A Happening Today on Facebook and Twitter (1pm CT)
You have questions, and I have answers. Whether column B actually pairs to column A, well, that’s what we’ll find out.
Ian Stewart Discusses Disappointment, the Iowa Cubs, and “Those” Three Days
Stewart finally discusses what happened when he was formally demoted to Iowa.
Travis Wood’s Margin for Error and Other Bullets
As he demonstrated on a hanging changeup yesterday, it isn’t large. Otherwise, he’s quite good. Also an update on pitching prospect Josh Conway.
Cubs Minor League Daily: Unacceptable!
Only the jumbo pork tenderloin in Iowa is recognized as a competitor in a MiLB food contest. Come on, other Cubs teams. Also: your weekend update.