Cubs fans’ enthuasiam for Theo and Francona cools after learning ’04 and ’07 WS...
Cubs fans have generally been enthusiastic to the idea of Terry Francona and Theo Epstein joining their team, but that's begun to change now that it was revealed the World Series titles Epstein and Francona won with Boston in 2004 and 2007 are not retroactively transferable to the Cubs.
Cubs hire Epstein, Francona and Ted Williams’ head
Just a few days after Boston's shocking September collapse, the Cubs have swooped in and hired three beloved Red Sox figures: Theo Epstein as GM, Terry Francona as manager and Ted Williams’ head as hitting coach.
The Heckler’s Fall ’11 issue is out
The Heckler's Fall 2011 issue is out. If you're a paid subscriber, check your email for download information. Also, non-subscribers can download the PDF for just 99 cents.
Slideshow: A quick look at former Cubs in the playoffs
It's a painful annual exercise for Cubs fans: scanning playoff rosters for recognizable names while your favorite team is once again getting ready for next year. This year's "who's who" consists of some unlikely characters.
Cubs poised to win yet another Opposite World Series
“This franchise has dominated opposite world since way back in 1908,” said owner Tom Ricketts. “The Yankees may be the team to beat here in reality, but the Opposite World Series will always belong to the Cubbies. We can beat them any opposite day of the week.”
Slideshow: 5 things that happened in the sports world while you ate lunch
From Prince Fielder eating two meals to the Red Sox losing yet another game, a lot has happened since you took your lunch break. Stay up to date with The Heckler.
Cardinals sneak into playoffs just to piss off Cubs fans
"Me? I've already got my ring," said Cardinals superstar first baseman Albert Pujols. "This one's just to rile up those morons on the North Side of Chicago."
