Cubs

“Sure, higher ticket prices were a good start, but I really want the Cubbies to make a financial killing,” he said. “Good organizations have a common goal from the top down, so I think we’re finally on the same page: let’s milk this cash cow. I’m willing to do my part if you are.”

More than five years of attempts to preserve the endangered Nomar Garciaparra Cubs jersey have come up short, it was learned early Sunday. The last known Garciaparra No. 5 met its end when its caretaker, 31-year-old Phil Hurley of Des Plaines had much of his wardrobe set aflame by his ex-girlfriend during an epic fight that subsequently ended the couple’s relationship.

Once again, Cubs ownership has its eye on the prize as the team heads into the season. Illustration by Rick Atkinson.

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“It has to be those two years in Cleveland and New York,” said Wood. “Very rarely did anyone ask for my autograph there. It must have been lack of practice.”