I don't know what to say about this one. Zambrano leaves the Giants game early with back problems, but is feeling good enough to throw out the 1st pitch at a Pro softball game later in the day and then has to dodge a foul ball while doing an interview. It didn't look like he had any back problems when avoiding the foul ball while doing the interview

According to Carrie Muscat, Jessica's favorite player, Bobby Scales has signed with the Nippon Ham FIghters.

VIa Twitter. I know there was a lot of angst around here when the Cubs waived him in Spring training, only to have nobody claim him and then he went to the minors. I guess it wasn't working out there either and now he's gone

In honor of opening day, FuzzyMemories.tv has posted up the WTTW broadcast of the classic play Bleacher Bums. It is in 9 parts (plus the intorduction) on their site. For those who do not know about Fuzzy Memories....It is an online museum of Chicago Television history. It is a great site to relive your childhood at.

I mentioned this in a comment in another post, but I felt it really deserves it's own post. After 2 years, ATT's U-Verse has finally added MLB network to it's lineup. I know several of you (along with myself) have U-Verse and have complained about it's not having MLB, but now this morning it has arrived (and just in time to watch the Cubs being featured on "30 Teams in 30 Days"). It's only available in the U-300 package and above (and not yet in the Sports Package), but it is there now.

Paul Sullivan, on his facebook page has posted several pictures of Wrigley after the snowpocalypse

Some quotes from the article..
"You're taking everything that's great out of baseball — the human element," Giants first baseman Aubrey Huff said Friday.

"I'm talking to more and more people that say we should have some type of review on plays," Cox said. "I'm not so sure it's a good idea, to be honest with you. "

Ed Price of AOL Fanhouse says he has heard the deal is Lilly for Happ.

Jeszcze Polska nie zginęła,
Kiedy my żyjemy

Darn it all...as someone of Polish heritage, I would have loved to be there on this night, but I can't make it. My only other thought is that this reminds me of Bill Veecks promotions at Sox Park during the 70's. Is the attendance falling that much that the Cubs need gimmicks like this to get people in the park?

Listen, I understand the need to create new looks to try to get sales, but come on already. An Argyle Cubs Cap? I can't even imagine anyone wearing this. WhIle I am a traditionalist and I think this is an awful design, I know there are people out there that are not...so would anyone actually wear this?

Some people love his work on WGN, Some people hate it, but Ronnie IS the voice of the Cubs. He will not be going to his home town this week and next year he will be cutting back on the travel he does with the team. I guess it is officially the time to start talking about his replacement in the booth. I just hope it is not his temporary replacement this week - Dave Otto. Keith Moreland anyone?

At least for the games that conflict with the Blackhawks Stanley Cup Finals games. The June 2nd and June 4th games will move to WIND and if the series goes to game 6, the June 9th game will also be moved. This does make sense and kudos to the Cubs for agreeing to move their games so the Hawks could be heard on the Big 50,000 Watt Blowtorch

I was hoping that Millar would get the spot, as I felt he would be this years Eric Karros, but based on results, I guess Tracy won the job.

Our good buddy Jerry and the Diamondbacks president Derrick Hall are objecting to the tax that will help fund the Cubs new spring training complex. They feel that it's unfair for them to charge higher ticket prices to help the Cubs.

Here is a video of Freddy Garcia (looking a bit over served) at SoxFest this year after being egged on by fans letting everyone know how he feels about the Cubs

Right now, the statue of Jack Brickhouse that was on display on Michigan Avenue (lets not get into why it was on Michigan Ave and not in it's proper place at Wrigley as opposed to the person whos statue is at Wrigley) has been taken down and is in need of major repairs. Pat Brickhouse, along with the Chicago Baseball Museum are trying to raise funds to repair the statue. Lets back Jack and get this statue of a real Chicago Broadcasting icon back on display. To donate, go to the Chicago Baseball Museums website at the website linked above.

This is not a joke. The Cubs are looking for a CFO. If you ever wanted to help prepare the Budget for the Cubs...here is your chance!

The Cubs were not part of the original bankruptcy proceeding filed by the Tribune, but according to the story, this is a legal maneuver to get the sale done quickly.

I know Al gets most of the kudo's here on the book, "Cubs By The Numbers" (after all...it's his blog), but I was also involved. I thought I would just pass along a nice story from my local paper on me and the book! And remember (obligitory plug coming here) you can easily buy it at Amazon.com. It makes a great Mothers Day or Fathers Day present!

Kasey