Cubs vs. Pirates, Chapter Two
Cubs Lose Ugly to the Pirates—Nine Thoughts
Some familiar. Some unfamiliar. Most bad.
Clear Skies, Hazy Outlook on a Cold Opening Day at Wrigley
Cubs vs. Pirates
Reasonable and Unreasonable Goals for This Year’s Cubs
And what needs to happen in April to make each possible.
The Cubs’ Roster Could’ve Been So Much Worse
Looking at the 26-man. Feeling relieved.
The Cubs’ Reported Rizzo Offer Isn’t *That* Bad
Anthony Rizzo is justified in wanting more money. But the market might not pay him what the Cubs offered.
How Good Is Joc Pederson Going to Be?
What, exactly, does the outfielder’s strong March mean?
How Is Marquee Doing for the Cubs?
We know it’s been rough for the fans. But when will we know if Marquee’s making the Cubs money?
The Cubs Are Not Division Favorites
This isn’t surprising, but it’s the first time in a long time.
New Jake, Old Jake
The Arrieta signing is thrilling but first we need to talk about Jake Marisnick’s 2017 splits, because they are hilarious.
Are the Cubs About to Deal Someone?
The Sergio Alcántara pickup might not mean much. But it has to mean something.
The Cubs, Intentionally or Not, Are Still Alive in the NL Central
Nolan Arenado outweighs Joc Pederson. But he doesn’t sink the Cubs.
Get Ready for Cubs by Committee
It’s time to start accepting the Cubs’ starting pitching situation.
Cristian Hernandez Is a Cub
Not new, but news.
What Can the Cubs Get Out of Jonathan Holder?
The ceiling and the potential problem for the Cubs’ biggest offseason signing (to-date).
The Cubs Could Still Win the Division
The mood is justifiably dour. But the Cubs, on paper, don’t line up too badly within the NL Central.
A Yu Darvish Trade: Salary Dump? Investment? Both?
What we do know about the Darvish trade speculation.
Talking Ourselves into a Yu Darvish Trade
Is the band-aid off?