Ryne Sandberg
6 posts
Cubs Knocking on the Door
The Cubs are one win away from their first World Series since 1945. The palpable tension of 1984, '89, '98, '03, '07 & '08 has yet to take effect on the current iteration of the Chicago Cubs National League Ballclub.…
Tim Raines: Underrated for Over 30 Years
It's no secret that Tim Raines was underrated during his playing days. During his time on the Hall of Fame ballot, his case for induction has gained steam, similarly to Bert Blyleven 's mostly blog-fueled campaign a few…
The Robinson Cano Dilemma
A debate among New York Yankees fans has been heating up over the past few days: the debate to trade Robinson Canó , or extend his contract, to a nine-figure deal, keeping him in the Bronx for the next several years.…
Corey Patterson and the Damage Done
In essence, this is a Corey Patterson post, but I'm really just throwing together a bunch of memories, emotions, and feelings, to see if it gets us anywhere. Going back to the 2nd of June 1998, Corey Patterson came to…
Why Don't You Arbitrate Deeeze?
Most people around the Cubs know that they prefer to settle arbitration cases than have a hearing. As fans, I think we mostly like that. Arbitration cases have a likelihood of creating bad feelings between the player…
The Managerial Rise of Enyr Grebdnas
Harry Caray, bless his heart, had a fascination with names. Players, teams, countries, no-one was safe from his imagination. He would criticize people who's last name sounded better to him as a first name. For example,…
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