Two people can see the exact same thing or, in this instance, read the exact same sentence and interpret it in two completely different ways. Knowing that, one may interpret this piece as either criticism, observation – or perhaps both. I do not understand what is going on with rookie Cubs outfielder Nelson Velazquez. Before […] Cubs need to let Nelson Velazquez grind through … [Read more...] about Cubs need to let Nelson Velazquez grind through his struggles
Sammy Sosa masked one of the worst stretches in Cubs history
Sammy Sosa electrified the city of Chicago and the baseball world in 1998 with his 66 home runs and MVP season. While controversial now, Sosa and Mark McGwire’s home run race that year was so significant for the sport as it happened as it brought baseball back to life. It also rejuvenated a mediocre and […] Sammy Sosa masked one of the worst stretches in Cubs history - Cubbies … [Read more...] about Sammy Sosa masked one of the worst stretches in Cubs history
For the Chicago Cubs, at least for now, the ‘Kids Are Alright’
The other day in my car I heard the Who’s “The Kids Are Alright,” written by the great Pete Townsend and sang by Roger Daltrey. In a Cubs season marred by injuries, the ‘kids’ have taken center stage at Wrigley Field as the club looks toward the future. Christopher Morel was ranked #21 in preseason […] For the Chicago Cubs, at least for now, the ‘Kids Are Alright’ - Cubbies … [Read more...] about For the Chicago Cubs, at least for now, the ‘Kids Are Alright’
Cubs will avoid their fourth 100-loss season in history
Chicago’s 2-1 victory on Tuesday evening in Miami was their 63rd win of the year, assuaging fears this Cubs team would lose 100 games this year. It did not exactly come down to the wire, with 14 games to spare after the win, but, regardless, they avoided it. The reason this is noteworthy is because […] Cubs will avoid their fourth 100-loss season in history - Cubbies Crib - … [Read more...] about Cubs will avoid their fourth 100-loss season in history
Mr. 3,000: 10 years and 3,000 articles about my beloved Cubs
It’s been just over 10 years since I penned my first piece here at Cubbies Crib, a recap of a Brooks Raley start against the Rockies the Cubs lost, 4-3. That milestone – a full decade here with FanSided – coincided almost perfectly with this piece, my 3,000th since coming aboard back in 2012. To […] Mr. 3,000: 10 years and 3,000 articles about my beloved Cubs - Cubbies Crib - … [Read more...] about Mr. 3,000: 10 years and 3,000 articles about my beloved Cubs