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The Chicago Cubs week that was and more Cubs stuff

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After a crazy Cubs week, full of news and groundbreaking signings like those of Trever Miller and Matt Tolbert combined with another eye-opening list of prospects from BA that no one has ever thought of before, it is hard just to catch one’s breath. Can you sense the sarcasm? Good, because I am laying it on pretty thick. And as I am typing this, word breaks across the … [Read more...] about The Chicago Cubs week that was and more Cubs stuff

Why Brewers Fans Should Be Happy for the Detroit Tigers Prince Fielder

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                  On Tuesday, the Detroit Tigers shocked the world by signing free agent and former Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Prince Fielder to a lucrative nine year deal worth $214 million. As rapper/producer, Kanye West, so eloquently put it, "And if they hate let 'em hate. And watch the money … [Read more...] about Why Brewers Fans Should Be Happy for the Detroit Tigers Prince Fielder

Brewers GM on Prince Fielder: “We’ve Had to Move On”

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Pitchers and catchers report to Spring Training in a little more than a month and Prince Fielder still has not signed a free agent deal with any MLB team.  Some Milwaukee Brewers' fans are hoping that as long as teams drop out of the Fielder sweepstakes and he remains on the open market, there is a glimmer of hope that he might return to Milwaukee even if it is just for a … [Read more...] about Brewers GM on Prince Fielder: “We’ve Had to Move On”

Cubs Cause Stir With Big Announcements at Convention

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After a day dominated by headlines about Kerry Wood returning to the North Side, day two of the Cubs Convention in Chicago was marked by headlines in other areas. New changes to Wrigley Field were discussed, some free agency matters were addressed by the Cubs’ head honchos, and there was plenty of reaction both positive and negative to all of it. … [Read more...] about Cubs Cause Stir With Big Announcements at Convention

Cubs Trade Tyler Colvin to Colorado Rockies for Ian Stewart

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Before leaving Dallas and the Winter Meetings on Thursday, Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein and General Manager Jed Hoyer did manage to make one move. No, it wasn't signing Albert Pujols or CJ Wilson (both of whom signed with the Angels), but instead it was a trade, acquiring third baseman Ian Stewart from the Colorado Rockies. They also acquired minor … [Read more...] about Cubs Trade Tyler Colvin to Colorado Rockies for Ian Stewart

While Stl. Cardinals Fans Mourn, Did Albert Pujols Do Right Thing?

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'Whenever older sports fans are goaded into talking about the good old days, certain things will inevitably come up in the conversation. Whether it be something along the lines of "players used to play for the competition and the love of the game, not the money," or "Dick Butkus killed a guy, and that's real football", these old school fans of the games we love have a certain … [Read more...] about While Stl. Cardinals Fans Mourn, Did Albert Pujols Do Right Thing?

Theo Epstein Talks at Winter Meetings, Reveals Plans for Cubs

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In what historically is a fun event for fans of trades and free agent signings, the Winter Meetings are taking place next week in Dallas, Texas, and GM's of various teams are already starting to talk to the media. Theo Epstein, the Cubs' new President of Baseball Operations, took some time to talk to ESPN.com's Bruce Levine on Thursday, and he had some interesting comments for … [Read more...] about Theo Epstein Talks at Winter Meetings, Reveals Plans for Cubs

What’s My Motivation: Cubs Interested in Fielder, Pujols?

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  Just when you thought the Cubs had already made some serious waves during this off-season, they could be preparing to make an even bigger splash. According to a report by FoxSports.com, the Cubs are pursuing free agent first basemen Albert Pujols and Prince Fielder, who are the two crown jewels of this year's free agent class. Jerry Crasnick of ESPN.com also weighed … [Read more...] about What’s My Motivation: Cubs Interested in Fielder, Pujols?

Brewers Ryan Braun Edging out Matt Kemp for NL MVP was the Right Choice

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              On Tuesday, Ryan Braun became the 3rd Milwaukee Brewers player and first since 1989 to win an MVP Award. Braun received 20 of 32 first-place votes to edge out the Dodgers' Matt Kemp and teammate Prince Fielder for one of baseball's most prestigious awards. I'm not always on par with what the MLB or … [Read more...] about Brewers Ryan Braun Edging out Matt Kemp for NL MVP was the Right Choice