Saturday, November 16, 2024

Leaked Cubs emails reveal other crazy things Todd Ricketts has suggested

On Tuesday, Deadspin broke news that leaked emails revealed Cubs ownership contemplated moving the team out of Chicago due to a difficult relationship with Mayor Rahm Emanuel in 2013. As it turns out, the suggestion was made by Todd "Fredo" Ricketts and was likely never taken seriously. Here's a list of other Todd Ricketts' suggestions revealed in additional leaked emails.

Akiem Hicks upset about lack of offensive reps in win over Packers

Lost in the excitement over the Bears' 24-17 win against the Packers is that star defensive end Akiem Hicks is "extremely upset" about his lack of offensive consideration in Sunday afternoon's game.

Charles Leno perfectly executes victory formation kneel down

“Playing lineman is challenging enough, but I never realized how stressful it can be running that kneel down play," said Leno. "Like, what if you drop it, and can’t find it? Then, it’s all over man. I’m just glad I pulled it off!"

Akiem Hicks to start at QB Sunday

“I’m always looking to mix up personnel groupings whenever I get the chance," said Nagy. "Hicks is a guy who makes plays whenever he’s on the field, and I think he’s more than capable to handle the responsibilities of a starting QB."

Nagy unveils innovative new package where QB throws TD passes to wide receivers

“We’ve seen it all this year,” said Nagy. “We’ve seen guards catching touchdowns, running backs passing for TDs, and even defensive lineman rushing for them. But it’s been a very long time since anybody in the NFL has utilized the forward pass to connect QBs and receivers.”

Scott Podsednik elected to Hall of Fame

Podsednik, a career .281 hitter who played for seven teams during an 11-year MLB career was a key member of 2005 White Sox World Series Championship team, hitting a dramatic home run in Game 2 of the Series.

Fired Mike McCarthy takes over for Jon Gruden as coach of Hooters waitresses

There’s a new sheriff in town ... and his name is Mike McCarthy.