I really did a poor job planning my CubsCon travel this year. My flight is scheduled to arrive tomorrow in the early afternoon, affording me very little time to do something critically important before I get to the Convention to start live streaming and what-have-you: get donuts from Do-Rite Donuts, across from Wrigley Field. They are sufficiently stupid good that I just cannot, CANNOT enter into the weekend without inhaling a few of those babies. But, man, it’s gonna be a sprint to make it happen.
Relatedly: if you’re gonna be around for the Convention, look for me wandering around in an Obvious Shirt, and come say hey! After the Opening Ceremonies on Friday, I’ll be at Lizzie McNeill’s, which is next to the Sheraton, having a very reasonable volume of beverages. Let’s be real life friends!
"I wanted personally to call you," the voice on the other end of the line said to @MarcCarig, "and say thank you…"
It was Sammy Sosa: https://t.co/2LyDUSN2hb pic.twitter.com/gDGSo1Z9Ek
— The Athletic MLB (@TheAthleticMLB) January 15, 2020
One cool thing about new Defensive Runs Saved is we can look at individual infield components
Most IF Arm Runs Saved (2019)
Javier Báez 11
Matt Chapman 11
Yolmer Sánchez 8Trailer: Fernando Tatis Jr. (-13)
(see @mike_petriello article)More: See image + https://t.co/saCs5ESB5T pic.twitter.com/izanLZvJFR
— Sports Info Solutions (@SportsInfo_SIS) January 15, 2020
According to MLB sources a working list of candidates the #Astros are considering in their process to replace manager AJ Hinch includes Joe Espada, Jeff Banister, Dusty Baker, Buck Showalter, Bruce Bochy, Will Venable (Cubs 3rd base coach) & Raúl Ibañez pic.twitter.com/aA9O2n6pGv
— Mark Berman (@MarkBermanFox26) January 15, 2020
Buck Showalter interviewed with the #Astros yesterday for their managerial vacancy, sources tell me and @Britt_Ghiroli. John Gibbons interviewing today, per @MarkBermanFox26.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) January 16, 2020
“To go public with it and call them out and start all of this, it’s hard to swallow.”
–@jessmendoza on former Astros pitcher Mike Fiers revealing the Astros sign-stealing scheme. pic.twitter.com/LSQY6B0dSC
— Golic and Wingo (@GolicAndWingo) January 16, 2020
Mets people are said to be very down about this Beltran situation. He is well-liked and people upset on his behalf. Still awaiting word on a tough call for them.
— Andy Martino (@martinonyc) January 16, 2020
Top 34 Prospects: St. Louis Cardinals https://t.co/BxwvGMInrT
— FanGraphs Baseball (@fangraphs) January 15, 2020
You’re not perfect. You’re going to make mistakes. You’re going to fall short of your own expectations at times. You’ll have moments you fail in things you are “supposed” to be able to do. It’s part of being human. Forgive yourself, forgive others, learn the lesson and move on.
— Willson Contreras (@WContreras40) January 16, 2020
Opinion: The Cubs should not have been penalized for using drones to intercept their fly balls and then carry them over the wall for home runs. The technology exists, and the Cubs should be applauded for seeking a competitive advantage. https://t.co/kzfqJMqk7p
— Bleacher Nation (@BleacherNation) January 16, 2020
LA City Council to vote on resolution demanding Dodgers be awarded 2017 and 2018 World Series trophies.
➡️ https://t.co/vyyy5lWjNH pic.twitter.com/L8DwX9HHRo
— Yahoo Sports MLB (@MLByahoosports) January 16, 2020