Y2Jimmy0 Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 QUOTE (HickoryHuskers @ Jun 2, 2014 -> 06:58 AM) They're losing an awful lot of 1-0, 2-1, 3-2 games. Wait until they deal Hammel and Samardzija. I think the #1 pick in 2015 is definitely the goal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 QUOTE (HickoryHuskers @ Jun 2, 2014 -> 06:58 AM) They're losing an awful lot of 1-0, 2-1, 3-2 games. And then they win a game 8-0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted June 2, 2014 Share Posted June 2, 2014 Bernie Pleskoff @BerniePleskoff 3m Reports that #Cubs are looking for a draft pick in any deal for P Jeff Samardzija. Competitive balance picks may be traded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cabiness42 Posted June 4, 2014 Author Share Posted June 4, 2014 http://www.chicagotribune.com/business/bre...0,2270841.story The Cubs are set to announce WBBM-AM 780 as the team's new flagship radio partner. Sources close to the situation confirmed Tuesday night that the Cubs have signed a long-term deal with the CBS-owned station to carry the team’s games beginning next season. Terms of the deal were not disclosed, but sources said it also involves promotion with other CBS Radio stations in Chicago. The team is expected to announce the new broadcast partnership formally on Thursday, according to sources. The move to CBS marks the end of a 90-year relationship with WGN-AM 720. The Tribune Co.-owned station reportedly was losing money on the broadcasts and chose to exercise an option to reopen its radio contract with the team last fall. Station executives cited low ratings after losing 197 games over the last two seasons as contributing to revenue declines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 So, both Sox and Cubs are on CBS stations now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Jimmy0 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 06:52 AM) So, both Sox and Cubs are on CBS stations now For now. I think the writing is on the wall for the Sox to be elsewhere after 2015 with the Cubs going to 670. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kyyle23 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 07:58 AM) For now. I think the writing is on the wall for the Sox to be elsewhere after 2015 with the Cubs going to 670. The musical chair dance back to ESPN1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyCaucasian Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 (edited) QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 07:58 AM) For now. I think the writing is on the wall for the Sox to be elsewhere after 2015 with the Cubs going to 670. QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 08:07 AM) The musical chair dance back to ESPN1000 Yea, I dont expect them to remain on 670 after 2015. Maybe in a twist they end up on WGN. But, I'd bank on 1000. That sucks for me, because I always have issues getting 1000. Their transmission sucks... and I'm in Hoffman Estates! Edited June 4, 2014 by Athomeboy_2000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty34 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 QUOTE (KyYlE23 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 08:07 AM) The musical chair dance back to ESPN1000 Answered a park survey Sunday where a couple of the questions asked out of the blue were regarding my interest in FM radio. It wouldn't surprise me if they ended up on 'GN FM and brought the Bulls with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 QUOTE (Athomeboy_2000 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 09:17 AM) Yea, I dont expect them to remain on 670 after 2015. Maybe in a twist they end up on WGN. But, I'd bank on 1000. That sucks for me, because I always have issues getting 1000. Their transmission sucks... and I'm in Hoffman Estates! 87.7 makes a lot of sense for a darkhorse bid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HuskyCaucasian Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 10:27 AM) 87.7 makes a lot of sense for a darkhorse bid. I cant imagine any major sports team willingly moving themselves to a station that a lot of people can't access. The Bulls flirted with FM, then jumped back to AM. Honestly, AM offers greater coverage of the Chicago area. If MLB/NBA allowed stations to stream games on the web like the NHL allows, then that's different. but, they dont. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 The Game 87.7 @gamechicago 47m de Castro: We have a lot of empathy for our listeners who grew up with the Cubs on WGN. The Cubs are in our DNA. de Castro: This year we've had three major sponsors leave Cubs baseball. de Castro: The Cubs opted for a cash-only deal. That's not a financially sustainable model for us. de Castro: We presented the Cubs with several different options, including revenue-sharing and equity ownership. de Castro: We lose millions on #Cubs and we were willing to continue to do that, but not as many millions as the #Cubs expected us to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LittleHurt05 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 Do that many people still listen to baseball games on the radio? let alone when a team sucks that bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 12:20 PM) Do that many people still listen to baseball games on the radio? let alone when a team sucks that bad. I listen when Television is not an option, and that is about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bmags Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 QUOTE (LittleHurt05 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 06:20 PM) Do that many people still listen to baseball games on the radio? let alone when a team sucks that bad. I listened to full sox game on way down to st. louis, and have to say, I was laughing and really enjoyed it. I think I'm actually a Farmer/DJ fan, they are just so awkward together but in a fun way. That said, I'll listen if I'm running errands during game, but mostly watch tv. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Chappas Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 The cubs superseding the Blackhawks probably had something to with it. When you could not find the Blackhawks playoffs on the radio, it is bad. Wouldn't mind the Sox moving to 87.7/WGN mix or ESPN 1000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soxfest Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 (edited) QUOTE (Athomeboy_2000 @ Jun 4, 2014 -> 09:17 AM) Yea, I dont expect them to remain on 670 after 2015. Maybe in a twist they end up on WGN. But, I'd bank on 1000. That sucks for me, because I always have issues getting 1000. Their transmission sucks... and I'm in Hoffman Estates! WGN wants out of sports game totally. I do not see the Sox going there. Edited June 4, 2014 by Soxfest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fathom Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 Stupid Astros, why didn't they take Bryant #1 last year? Bryant seems to be one of the better hitting prospects in a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 QUOTE (fathom @ Jun 9, 2014 -> 08:27 PM) Stupid Astros, why didn't they take Bryant #1 last year? Bryant seems to be one of the better hitting prospects in a long time. You act like they'll actually bring him up. Wouldn't want to excite their fan base or anything. Where would Olt play??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 QUOTE (Brian @ Jun 9, 2014 -> 09:08 PM) You act like they'll actually bring him up. Wouldn't want to excite their fan base or anything. Where would Olt play??? The Cubs would be stupid to bring him up anytime before next June. Absolutely no reason to start someone's clock until they get some pitching. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 QUOTE (southsider2k5 @ Jun 9, 2014 -> 10:35 PM) The Cubs would be stupid to bring him up anytime before next June. Absolutely no reason to start someone's clock until they get some pitching. My thinking is they have a long term plan and should do what Houston is doing. Bring these kids up to play over the hacks they have. If they can't win with them in 4-6 years, than you move on or keep em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Chappas Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 There is still a learning curve and they need to know these kids will pan out. Waiting for the plan to all unfold at once is risky. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 QUOTE (Harry Chappas @ Jun 10, 2014 -> 07:01 AM) There is still a learning curve and they need to know these kids will pan out. Waiting for the plan to all unfold at once is risky. How's that worked for them in the past 100 years? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caulfield12 Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 QUOTE (Brian @ Jun 10, 2014 -> 04:42 AM) My thinking is they have a long term plan and should do what Houston is doing. Bring these kids up to play over the hacks they have. If they can't win with them in 4-6 years, than you move on or keep em. Or try to get more Springer/Singleton (offered to Dominguez and Grossman as well) "pre-service" contracts out there...of course, Boras is already onto the Astros and has been quoted extensively about this issue, and is Bryant's agent. The Cubs have another problem, waiting for Almora and Soler will put them into 2016 or 2017. There's no way they can afford to have a five plus year rebuild before they can arguably be competitive (and even then, it's not a given). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southsider2k5 Posted June 10, 2014 Share Posted June 10, 2014 QUOTE (Harry Chappas @ Jun 10, 2014 -> 07:01 AM) There is still a learning curve and they need to know these kids will pan out. Waiting for the plan to all unfold at once is risky. So is selling all of your good players and rebuilding from the ground up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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