Re: New GM/Cubs Future News Articles

[rocket]

I never comment really on sport writers, I just read the article for information and think nothing of it, but my God, Rosenbloom is the biggest,negative douche Iv'e ever seen. He whines and complains about every little thing and thinks he's clever and funny. Right away he pisses on Theo coming here with this article. How in the hell does this guy have and keep a job? It's just pure trash he spews out in his garbage that he writes.

 

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/rosenblog/chi-theo-epstein-is-right-for-wrong-reasons-20111012,0,7931901.column

 

Epstein, see, has yet to win a Series without a juiced-up middle of the order.

 

Damn, didn't even think of that. Call everything off.

 

he ignores the fact that epstein had the forward thinking to acquire ortiz when the other teams had no interest.

[Garwilly]

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Now I'm curious as to what "Lord and Savior" linked to. Jesus seems inadequate.

 

It was Jesus.

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Theo_Epstein&direction=prev&oldid=455139336

[Laura]

So with Theo on his way over, who else does he bring in? Hahn? The Trib suggested Glanville in some capacity, which would be a bit intriguing...

Will Carroll guessed a reuniting with Byrnes as assistant.

 

I wonder whether MLB will pour through that compensation package as well.

[minnesotacubsfan]

It's the consistent regular season success. Or more specifically, the amazing drafting and trading history.

 

f-that I want RINGS

 

He's working on it. An image from 2017 or so:

 

 

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LIKE

[Hawk4Hall]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KKGkq0SfXk Edited October 12, 2011 by Hawk4Hall

[Omar]

It's the consistent regular season success. Or more specifically, the amazing drafting and trading history.

 

f-that I want RINGS

 

He's working on it. An image from 2017 or so:

 

 

http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/628/354b19theo06022009.jpg

 

LIKE

 

Two of them are Boston's rings.

[Elrhino]

I would also think Peter Woodfork would be a front office candidate. Edited October 12, 2011 by Elrhino

[SouthSideRyan]

So with Theo on his way over, who else does he bring in? Hahn? The Trib suggested Glanville in some capacity, which would be a bit intriguing...

Will Carroll guessed a reuniting with Byrnes as assistant.

 

For once in your [expletive] life be right about this Will.

[Hairyducked Idiot]

Two of them are Boston's rings.

 

Check them again. If you look closely, all three are Cubs world series rings.

[Elwood]

Ricketts outlined his plan to build through the farm system while also spending wisely on the acquisition of veteran stars who can make an immediate impact on the Cubs. In fact, sources tell us that Ricketts is not opposed to spending big money on a star player, but for him to sign a mega contract the player must fit long-term with the organization. The acquisition of Adrian Gonzalez by the Red Sox is the type of player and commitment that Ricketts is willing to take on with the Cubs. He looks at Gonzalez as a star player, in the prime of his career and a player who is solid both offensively and defensively in addition to being a person of impeccable character. When opportunities like that come along he wants his Cubs to be in a position to make a move for a superstar. It was that willingness to spend when it makes sense in addition to the increased power and salary that will come with his contract that sold Epstein on Ricketts vision for the organization.

 

In addition, Tom Ricketts stressed to Epstein that the family was committed to the Cubs long term and that it wanted to build the franchise the right way. Not trying to quick-fix the major league roster to improve the record. Instead, he showed Epstein his plans for a new spring training complex, a new state of the art academy in the talent rich Dominican Republic, a long term plan for renovating Wrigley Field and thus increasing revenue streams that will impact the major league payroll. Additionally, Ricketts told Epstein of his family's willingness to spend heavily in the draft and on international signings which should translate to a rapidly improving farm system.

 

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[Sammy Sofa]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KKGkq0SfXk

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hL8MYFBtV0

[mookie]

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[minnesotacubsfan]

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Now I'm curious as to what "Lord and Savior" linked to. Jesus seems inadequate.

 

It was Jesus.

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Theo_Epstein&direction=prev&oldid=455139336

 

 

"This is an old revision of this page, as edited by 76.23.181.139 (talk) at 02:01, 12 October 2011. It may differ significantly from the current revision"

 

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theo_Epstein

 

First line: "Theo Nathan Epstein (born December 29, 1973) is the former General Manager of the Boston Red Sox, and in 2011 moved to the Chicago Cubs."

 

If wiki says it, it has to be true

[SouthSideRyan]

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[Guest]

ratster at 12:21 PM October 12, 2011

 

You are pretty much right on, Stevo. If they can get Epstein it all depends on what they have to give Boston. One of the wonks on CTL last night suggested Garza. How do these jokers get on that show. Why would you give up one of the best pitchers in the league? Give me Kaplan's email address so I can tell him to get you on there. At least you make sense.

[Guest]

Two of them are Boston's rings.

 

Check them again. If you look closely, all three are Cubs world series rings.

 

I'm assuming there's 4 more on his other hand that isn't pictured.

[mookie]

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[UMFan83]

My friend from Boston says Dan Duquette built the 2 championships, not Theo. He is a bit of a meathead, so I expect you guys to tell me how wrong he is here.

 

The first one you might be able to make a case for. But the second one? Not a chance. Pure meatheadery.

 

Besides, it's not the specific rings that makes him an awesome candidate. It's the consistent regular season success. Or more specifically, the amazing drafting and trading history.

 

Here, I took 22 of the major players on the 2004 Red Sox and tracked who brought them on board.

 

Duquette:Jason Varitek

Manny Ramirez

Trot Nixon

Johnny Damon

Pedro Martinez

Tim Wakefield

Derrek Lowe

Alam Embree

Brian Daubach

Kevin Youkilis (played a bit role in 2004)

 

Theo:

Curt Schilling (trade)

David Ortiz (FA)

Kevin Millar (FA)

Bill Mueller (FA)

Orlando Cabrera (trade)

Mark Bellhorn (FA)

Bronson Arroyo (trade)

Keith Foulke (trade I think)

Pokey Reese (FA)

Doug Mientkiewicz (trade)

Dave Roberts (trade)

Ramiro Mendoza (FA)

 

So yes, a lot of the key Red Sox that they couldn't have won the title without came from Duquette. But in the 2 years that Theo was on the team he managed to bring in 10-12 key contributors that made up a championship team, including the teams premier star for the next decade (Ortiz) and the ace pitcher.

[SouthSideRyan]

Two of them are Boston's rings.

 

Check them again. If you look closely, all three are Cubs world series rings.

 

I'm assuming there's 4 more on his other hand that isn't pictured.

 

And one on his dick the size of a Hula Hoop

Edited October 12, 2011 by SouthSideRyan

[Sammy Sofa]

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[Hairyducked Idiot]

Two of them are Boston's rings.

 

Check them again. If you look closely, all three are Cubs world series rings.

 

I'm assuming there's 4 more on his other hand that isn't pictured.

 

Theo is a Man of Sophistication. Despite having many, many rings to choose from, he only wears three at a time. More would be tacky.

[ctcf]

Laura for thread mvp

[minnesotacubsfan]

Bill Mueller (FA)

 

Mark Bellhorn (FA)

 

.

 

JUST SAYING

[Banedon]

Laura for thread mvp

 

She's coming back strong!

[Ding Dong Johnson]

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