The Chicago Cubs figure to be one of the central teams involved in the activities leading up to the Major League Baseball trade deadline as they have several trade chips in catcher Willson Contreras, outfielders Ian Happ and Rafael Ortega, closer David Robertson, and a plethora of relief pitchers that figure to interest contending teams. […] Chicago Cubs should take flier on … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs should take flier on Mets’ first baseman Dominic Smith
8 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks start to the offseason
The Chicago Blackhawks made some seismic franchise-altering moves before and during the 2022 NHL Entry Draft. General manager Kyle Davidson traded away 40-goal scorer Alex DeBrincat before the draft started to the Ottawa Senators for a couple of draft picks. He then traded former top-3 pick, Kirby Dach, to the Montreal Canadiens for a first-round […] 8 takeaways from the … [Read more...] about 8 takeaways from the Chicago Blackhawks start to the offseason
3 possible trade returns for Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras
It is a different year, but similar feeling for the Chicago Cubs fan base. Once more, the team is not a competitive ball club and, as we approach the MLB trade deadline, Jed Hoyer and company are looking like sellers. Just as they did a year ago, the Cubs are going to try and acquire […] 3 possible trade returns for Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras - Da Windy City - Da … [Read more...] about 3 possible trade returns for Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras
Willson Contreras and Ian Happ on losing side of All-Star Game
Willson Contreras and Ian Happ represented the Chicago Cubs well at the 2022 Major League Baseball All-Star Game. The game was at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California and they put on a show. It was magnificent to watch. For the ninth straight year, the American League All-Stars defeated the National League All-Stars by a […] Willson Contreras and Ian Happ on losing side of … [Read more...] about Willson Contreras and Ian Happ on losing side of All-Star Game
Should the Chicago White Sox fire Tony La Russa?
The question, though, isn’t will the Chicago White Sox fire La Russa – it’s should they. This author had reservations when La Russa was hired. Not because of his age, but because it was unclear if his old-school attitude would fit with a team built around having fun. Also, his time away from the dugout […] Should the Chicago White Sox fire Tony La Russa? - Da Windy City - Da … [Read more...] about Should the Chicago White Sox fire Tony La Russa?