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It's Holliday season
It's Holliday season
stltoday.com — Cardinals have exclusive negotiating rights for two weeks before the slugger hits the open market in free agency. (more) It's Holliday season
What Is Going On With Sammy Sosa?
midwestsportsfans.com — After reading this tweet and following the link supplied by Jimmy Traina, I had to quickly post this. Does anyone know what is going on with Sammy Sosa? As Traina’s tweet wonders, did Sosa get a facelift? Botox? Is he possibly dealing with vitiligo (the disease Michael Jackson ... (more) What Is Going On With Sammy Sosa?

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Preview: Arizona Fall League Rising Stars Game
Has Jim Hendry’s Passion for Austin Kearns Abated? We’ll Find Out
Matt Holliday Unsuccessfully Tries to Catch Remote with Groin
A Day In The Bleachers
5 hours ago at VFTB
Could Sammy Sosa’s Pale Appearance Be the Result of Vitiligo Brought on By Steroid Use?
10 hours ago at Midwest Sports Fans
Has Jim Hendry’s Passion for Austin Kearns Abated? We’ll Find Out
bleachernation.com — One of the worst kept secrets of Jim Hendry’s tenure as the general manager of the Chicago Cubs is his lust for outfielder Austin Kearns. Hendry repeatedly - and publicly - tried to acquire the then young stud from the Cincinnati Reds, only to be rebuffed by outrageous return demands.  ... (more) Has Jim Hendry’s Passion for Austin Kearns Abated? We’ll ...
Johnson, Harden file for free agency
chicago.cubs.mlb.com — By Carrie Muskat / MLB.com 11/05/09 7:41 PM EST CHICAGO -- The Cubs' Reed Johnson and Rich Harden didn't waste any time. Johnson and Harden were among the 79 Major League players who filed for free agency on Thursday, the first day they were eligible ... (more) Johnson, Harden file for free agency
AFL Quick Hit: Has Donald Veal Turned The Corner?
rotoprofessor.com — Donald Veal, acquired by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2008 Rule V draft, may finally be displaying the talent that many have believed he possessed. He has struggled since being promoted to Double-A in 2007 (with the Cubs) to the point that the Pirates tried him out of the bullpen last season... (more) AFL Quick Hit: Has Donald Veal Turned The Corner?
Could Sammy Sosa’s Pale Appearance Be the Result of Vitiligo Brought on By Steroid Use?
midwestsportsfans.com — A post that we made here on Friday afternoon regarding Sammy Sosa’s shockingly white appearance (hat tip again to Jimmy Traina ) kicked off a flurry of activity around the web (for example: here , here , and here ) and rightfully so. The pictures are jarring. It’s been a ... (more) Could Sammy Sosa’s Pale Appearance Be the Result of ...
Friday Night Fukudome: Hendry vs. Williams
hirejimessian.com — The offseason has officially begun. As we wait in fear of how Jim Hendry can make the 2010 version of the Cubs worse than the 2009 version, White Sox fans are likely doing the same. Kenny Williams has taken an early lead on head-scratching moves, officially trading for Mark Teahen today. So, ... (more) Friday Night Fukudome: Hendry vs. Williams
Chicago Cubs and new owner Tom Ricketts expected to petition for 2014 All-Star Game
Chicago Cubs and new owner Tom Ricketts expected to petition for 2014 All-Star Game
sports.espn.go.com — Chicago Cubs and new owner Tom Ricketts expected to petition for 2014 All-Star Game. (more) Chicago Cubs and new owner Tom Ricketts expected to ...
The Hot Stove is Here!
talkingchicagobaseball.com — Baseball season is fun and all, except when the Yankees win, but it is almost as exciting when it ends because baseball offseason is one of the greatest things ever. Wild rumors, crazy free agent contracts, and plenty of great debate. At times, and especially if you are dumb enough to root for ... (more) The Hot Stove is Here!
Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “I Thought Skeletor Was Evil” Edition
Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “I Thought Skeletor Was Evil” Edition
hirejimessian.com — Joe Girardi has always been a weird-looking dude. But until the folks at Halos Heaven pointed it out, I didn’t realize how much he looks like Skeletor . Apparently, he used whatever the opposite of power of Greyskull is (the power of Snake Mountain?) on his way home from winning the ... (more) Sweet Uncle Lou’s Friday Roundup: The “I Thought ...
Nine Year Old Yankees Fans Finally Get Their Championship
Nine Year Old Yankees Fans Finally Get Their Championship
midwestsportsfans.com — After what must have felt like an eternity, it finally happened. After years and years of disappointment and despair, happiness and joy finally reigned down on a forlorn franchise and its fans. Yes, ladies and gentleman, after nearly a full decade without a World Series championship, New ... (more) Nine Year Old Yankees Fans Finally Get Their Championship
Batting Stance Guy
Batting Stance Guy
cubscore.com — This guy is pretty good.  Some of these batting stances are really close, but others not so much! (more) Batting Stance Guy
Rich Harden and Reed Johnson are Free Agents
bleachernation.com — It certainly didn’t take long for Chicago Cubs pitcher Rich Harden and reserve outfielder Reed Johnson to file for free agency . Thursday, the day after the World Series concluded, was the first day that players could file for free agency - they have 15 days to do so. Harden and Johnson ... (more) Rich Harden and Reed Johnson are Free Agents
Cubs Free Agent Classifications Are Now Official
Cubs Free Agent Classifications Are Now Official
bleachernation.com — The free agency classifications are out, and there are no surprises. Relievers John Grabow and Kevin Gregg are Type A free agents (first round compensation) and Rich Harden is a Type B free agent (sandwich pick compensation). These classifications are interesting in that they demonstrate the ... (more) Cubs Free Agent Classifications Are Now Official
One Fewer Outfield Option: Jeremy Hermida to Red Sox
One Fewer Outfield Option: Jeremy Hermida to Red Sox
bleachernation.com — Apparently having your name attached to the Chicago Cubs as a possible offseason target is the kiss of death. First, Mark Teahen was dealt from the Kansas City Royals to the Chicago White Sox, and now Jeremy Hermida - also rumored as a Chicago Cubs target, should they successfully move Milton ... (more) One Fewer Outfield Option: Jeremy Hermida to Red Sox
Did  I hear something about the yankees?
Did I hear something about the yankees?
fenwaywest.com — Did I hear that the yankees won the World Series in some godawful high number like 6 games? Meh. Come back and talk to me the next time they win 8 straight World Series games. Come back and talk to me the next time they break an 86 year, or 88 year, (or even more years if you're a Cubs fan) ... (more) Did I hear something about the yankees?
Ted Llilly Panic Time?
talkingchicagobaseball.com — There are some things every baseball fan never wants to hear about players on their team. Perhaps the worst of all (besides a visit to Dr. James Andrews by your ace) is that a starting pitcher on your team had shoulder surgery. It doesn't matter what kind of surgery it is, that is scary stuff. ... (more) Ted Llilly Panic Time?
Rambling with Five Months to go until Opening Day
Rambling with Five Months to go until Opening Day
chicagocubsonline.com — As Harry used to say, hello again everybody. For a multitude of reasons, I have been away from the CCO for almost three months. I apologize for missing the last few CCO Radio installments of the season and for not being around to share my witty, intelligent and groundbreaking thoughts with you. ... (more) Rambling with Five Months to go until Opening Day
Offseason 2009: Would Marlon Byrd be the right fit for the Cubs?
lakeviewnights.com — Beginning in what will be a series of potential off-season moves for the Cubs. (more) Offseason 2009: Would Marlon Byrd be the right fit for ...
Big Z and John Lackey
talkingchicagobaseball.com — The top free agent pitcher on the market this offseason is the Angels star John Lackey. He will probably command a huge deal because people love a durable starter who wins lots of games and has proven himself. Lackey fits that bill, over his eight career seasons he has 102 wins, a 3.81 ERA, and ... (more) Big Z and John Lackey
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