Who's Running the Show at Wrigley?
So, you wanna know who's the big cheese, the main man, the capo di tutti capi of the Chicago Cubs, huh? Well, let's dive into the wonderful world of baseball management, shall we?
The Cubs' Captain: Craig Counsell
Drumroll, please! The current manager of the Chicago Cubs is none other than Craig Counsell. Yeah, you heard that right. That guy who used to manage the Brewers, the team that’s basically the Cubs’ annoying little brother? Yep, that guy.
Now, before you start questioning the Cubs’ management decisions, let's give Counsell a chance. He's got a pretty solid track record, and maybe, just maybe, he can turn the Cubs into a consistent contender. Or, you know, maybe he'll just end up being another name on the long list of Cubs managers who couldn't quite cut it. We'll see.
A Brief History of Cubs Managers
Let's take a quick trip down memory lane. The Cubs have had a lot of managers over the years. Some were good, some were bad, and most were somewhere in between. We’ve had legends like Joe Maddon, who brought the Cubs their first World Series win in over a century, and then we've had... well, let's just say there have been some less-than-stellar choices.
It's like the Cubs are playing a never-ending game of managerial roulette. Spin the wheel, see who lands on the hot seat. It's enough to make your head spin.
So, What's Next for the Cubs?
Only time will tell if Craig Counsell is the answer to the Cubs' prayers. But one thing's for sure: the pressure is on. Cubs fans are notoriously passionate, and they expect results. So, Counsell, you better bring your A-game.
And if you don’t, well, there's always next season (and another manager).
How To... Cubs Manager Edition
- How to become a Cubs manager? Be a former professional baseball player with a decent amount of managerial experience, have a thick skin, and hope the Cubs are looking for a new skipper.
- How to survive as a Cubs manager? Win a lot of games, don't mess up too badly in the playoffs, and hope the fans don't turn on you.
- How to deal with Cubs fans? Develop a thick skin, learn to ignore the boos, and remember that they just want their team to win.
- How to manage expectations? Lower them. Way, way down.
- How to keep your job? Win the World Series. Every year.
So there you have it, a brief overview of the Chicago Cubs managerial situation. It's a rollercoaster of emotions, and we're all just along for the ride.