Pitching remains a priority for the Cubs as the front office continues their pursuit of Masahiro Tanaka. But if they are unable to sign Tanaka do not look for the Cubs to turn their attention to Matt Garza, Ubaldo Jimenez or Ervin Santana. The Cubs will likely look at re-signing Scott Baker or another free agent like Jason Hammel to add a starter to the roster. A reunion with Matt Garza has not been an option and Patrick Mooney confirmed once again the Cubs do not appear to have any interest … [Read more...]
Tis the Season for Cubs Trivia
Happy Christmas from the CCO! It is that time of year again. Time to break out the Cubs’ history books and take a look back at what the franchise and players accomplished in years gone by. So for those looking for their daily baseball fix after unwrapping what the jolly old elf left under the tree, here are a few facts you may or may not have known about the Chicago National League Ball Club. … [Read more...]
A Helping of Cubs Trivia
Happy Thanksgiving from the CCO! Today is the day we give thanks for all of things in our lives while spending time with family and friends. But just in case you are looking for your daily 'Cubs fix', here is another look inside the Cubstory book. So if you are wondering who are the only two players in franchise history to record three 200-hit seasons or which player holds the Cubs' record for the most runs scored in a single-season or Hack Wilson's OPS in 1930, here's information you can use … [Read more...]