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Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon was widely criticized for how he used Aroldis Chapman during the postseason, and it turns out that Chapman himself agreed with some of it. Speaking to the New York media after his deal with the Yankees became official, …
The crankiest umpire in Major League Baseball was at it again Monday night, this time ejecting Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon in the ninth inning over a situation that surely could have been avoided. After Jeremy Hazelbaker of the St. Louis …
As successful as the Chicago Cubs have been, not everything is perfect in their clubhouse. Starting pitcher Jason Hammel was not happy at being removed very early in Saturday’s game against the Dodgers, and he had a meeting with manager Joe …
Joe Maddon had a splendid reaction Sunday after one of his unconventional managerial maneuvers produced magical results. Maddon went to his bullpen early after the Seattle Mariners scored six runs over the first three innings off Cubs starter Brian …
The Chris Sale situation is providing fodder for some quality one liners both in and out of Major League Baseball. Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon piled on Sunday when discussing the trade rumors surrounding the team. He couldn’t help but make …
Tuesday’s announcement that “Curb Your Enthusiasm” is returning for a ninth season was tremendous news for the show’s loyal following, but Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon is much more excited than the average Larry David fan. …
Heading into the 2016 season, the Cubs can be found at, or near, the top of many preseason power rankings, and rightfully so. With expectations for the team high, Joe Maddon has adopted a slogan for this year’s edition of the Cubs. …
On Wednesday, Chicago’s city council made the use of smokeless tobacco illegal inside sports stadiums in the Windy City. The law applies to everyone from fans to players and managers. As you might expect, not everyone is pleased about being …
Chicago Cubs camp is the place to be right now. They’re drawing big crowds, there’s a lot of excitement, and they’re doing their bit for charity, too. On Saturday, Joe Maddon, bench coach Dave Martinez, and a group of players all …
For over four decades, rock and roll ass-kickers AC/DC have been melting faces, shattering eardrums, and causing heavy-metal destruction wherever they set foot. It’s that last part that Cubs manager Joe Maddon has a problem with, especially …
Joe Maddon went scorched earth on the St. Louis Cardinals after feeling like they unnecessarily retaliated during Friday’s Cubs-Cardinals game. Cubs pitcher Dan Haren hit Matt Holliday in the fifth inning, leading the Cardinals to retaliate by …
Joe Maddon was ejected during the seventh inning of Friday’s Cubs-Padres game after getting furious with the umpires for missing a big call prior to a home run that cost his team. Maddon’s Cubs were up 4-2 in the seventh when the …
Major League Baseball is currently investigating the possibility that the Chicago Cubs committed a tampering violation while expressing their interest in Joe Maddon. The league is trying to determine whether the Cubs contacted Maddon before he opted …
Joe Maddon is probably the most unconventional manager in baseball, so it’s no surprise that his meeting with the Chicago Cubs came in an unconventional way. Maddon held his introductory press conference at a Chicago bar on Monday and shared …
The Tampa Bay Rays suspect the Chicago Cubs may have tampered with manager Joe Maddon, and they could pursue charges, according to a report. Maddon surprisingly opted out of his contract with the Rays on Oct. 23, not long after being informed by the …
The Chicago Cubs appear on the verge of hiring Joe Maddon. The team announced on Friday that Rick manager Rick Renteria has been fired, which lends credence to recent reports indicating the Cubs have agreed to terms with Maddon. Cubs president of …
