Quotes, Videos, and More from Joe Maddon’s Farewell
Some of the sights and sounds and quotes today from the revelation that Joe Maddon would be departing as the manager of the Chicago Cubs.
From his boss to his players to the man, himself. Take it all in today:
Theo Epstein, on the meeting Saturday night with Joe Maddon. pic.twitter.com/eBIembfcw6
— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) September 29, 2019
“It’s a good moment for everybody.” —Joe Maddon pic.twitter.com/bRAENyFJ89
— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) September 29, 2019
Theo said decision was a “gradual process.” It was not about “this season or the last 5 years” but about “looking forward to the next 5 years… Sometimes it’s just time.”
— Paul Sullivan (@PWSullivan) September 29, 2019
Maddon had a gathering/party with players at hotel Friday night to celebrate the run they had. Team says was not formally informed at that point but writing on the wall.
— Gordon Wittenmyer (@GDubCub) September 29, 2019
Because of Maddon, Javy was allowed to be Javy. pic.twitter.com/LKmE40bLir
— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) September 29, 2019
Zobrist on Maddon’s legacy pic.twitter.com/D7CFX7x35l
— Mark Gonzales (@MDGonzales) September 29, 2019
Zobrist: “Probably best in the long run… but right now there is a sadness.” pic.twitter.com/QUorSDBWJA
— Paul Sullivan (@PWSullivan) September 29, 2019
“I love him like a dad.” —Rizzo, on Maddon pic.twitter.com/u4B1TF2QO1
— Jordan Bastian (@MLBastian) September 29, 2019
Dear Joe,
Thanks for the honesty, the insight and 5 years of GREAT conversation. You will be missed. Oh and thanks for the World Series ring too!— Jim Deshaies (@JimDeshaies) September 29, 2019
Maddon's message to Cubs fans: "I love 'em. Thanks for letting me in."
— Tony Andracki (@TonyAndracki23) September 29, 2019
The Joe Maddon era is over in Chicago https://t.co/LBgao0jytr pic.twitter.com/5vDOLCvYt7
— Cubs Talk (@NBCSCubs) September 29, 2019
I made a little farewell video for Joe Maddon. Seemed only fitting to use Andy Bernard’s performance in The Office finale, Joe’s favorite, as the song.
Thank you for everything, Joe. pic.twitter.com/eMnY8XbgLY
— Corey Freedman (@CFCubsRelated) September 29, 2019
