Chicago Cubs on Trial: Did They Make the Wrong Move with Kid-K? Part II

Editor's Note: The preceding article detailed the charges against the Cubs, and also outlined the case of the defense. This article contains the defense's case, and also a concluding non-partisan statement charging you, the fans, with deciding the case's outcome.   Defense Well, it certainly is difficult to defend a franchise after such an eloquent case that my opponent has just presented. However, the reason we are in this court battle isn't to determine who can use the better rhetoric or who can impress you, the fans, most with our impassioned pleas to your love of fiery players and great memories. Those things can never be taken away from you, nor should they. But they should not cloud your judgment on the matter at hand: whether or not the organization acted irresponsibly in its handling and subsequent dismissal of Mr. Wood. We will seek to prove that our client, the Cubs, handled the situation appropriately, and that the moves made by the club are designed not to hamper our ... (link)