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Hiring David Ross Contradicts Everything Theo has Preached this Offseason

By Brian Mischler on October 30, 2019October 30, 2019

Theo Epstein stated in his postseason presser a month ago that he fell into a ‘winner’s trap’ the last 3 seasons by looking back at what worked in 2016. He did it yet again with hiring David Ross.

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Assessing the Manager Candidates for the 2020 Chicago Cubs

By Brian Mischler on October 9, 2019October 9, 2019

Although David Ross is creating the most buzz to be the next Cubs manager, he may not be the best option.

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Here’s Who Theo and Jed Should Target in Free Agency this Offseason

By Brian Mischler on October 2, 2019October 30, 2019

With a significant amount of money coming off the books and a strong class of free agents, there’s multiple routes the Cubs can go to address their weaknesses.

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