It is very hard to believe that we thought Dale Sveum would transform the Cubs into a winning and prosperous organization. Many, including I, were very optimistic and hopeful that he would lead the Cubs to their first postseason appearance since 2008, but that dream is no longer possible. The […]
Can We Trust Marc Trestman
Marc Trestman has been heralded as a quarterback genius, coaching many superstars including our very own Jay Cutler. Some fans adore Trestman and are looking forward to seeing the Bears making the playoffs and winning a Super Bowl. Others are not so fond of Trestman and believe that his […]
What Happened to Chicago Baseball
Remember when the White Sox won the 2005 World Series and made another postseason appearance in 2008. Remember when the Cubs won back-to-back division titles in 2007 and 2008. Both Chicago teams were great back then and both teams were projected to be contenders every season. Sadly, both Chicago teams […]
Sox Win With Help of Danks Brothers
Although the term is now cliche, “brotherly love” can go a long way, even in Major League Baseball. With a homer in the fourth inning by Jordan Danks and a strong pitching outing by John Danks, the Sox prevailed against the Rangers 5-2 yesterday. According to the Elias Sports Bureau, Jordan […]
Bostic Fined After Violent Hit
Football is no longer the violent, hard knocking sport that we once loved as a kid. Many powerful hits now become the subject of large fines and looming suspensions. Bears rookie linebacker Jon Bostic was fined $21,000 for unleashing a forceful hit on San Diego Chargers rookie wide receiver Mike […]
Cubs Win Without Dejesus
David Dejesus was having a subpar year with the Cubs this season and still got through the trade deadline without leaving the Cubs. Well, yesterday Dejesus left and went across the field to the visitors clubhouse to join his new team. The Cubs have traded him to the Washington Nationals […]
Was the Jay Cutler Trade Worth It?
Jay Cutler was a promising young quarterback who made a pro bowl appearance for the Denver Broncos. When the Bears acquired him in a trade, that is where it all fell apart. The Bears gave up Kyle Orton, a second-round pick, and multiple first-round picks to receive Cutler. Many predicted […]
Cubs Hitting Woes Continue
The Cubs have just gotten swept by the Reds this week and have fallen into a tie with the Brewers for last place in the division. In their last 19 games, they have been shutout by opposing teams five times. Ever since the Alfonso Soriano trade, the Cubs have averaged […]
Cubs, Sox Make Roster Moves
Well, the trade rumors about Alex Rios are now confirmed and true. Rios has been traded to the Texas Rangers for a player to be named later who has now been named as Leury Garcia. Garcia is an infielder who hit .264 with four home runs and 19 RBIs in […]
Bears Drop First Preseason Game to Panthers
The Bears lost a close game against the Carolina Panthers yesterday 24-17. Although the Bears did not prevail, they were working well together as a team. The starters only appeared in 5-10 plays, giving the backups a chance to shine. Jonathan Bostic returned an interception 51 yards to score a touchdown. Michael Ford […]