In a shocking turn of events, Ken Rosenthal reports that the Cubs have hired Craig Counsell as their manager. Despite multiple public votes of confidence in David Ross, the team saw an opportunity to bring on the most sought-after free agent who doesn’t play the field. This is wild.
More to come.
Cubs hiring Counsell, sources tell @TheAthletic
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) November 6, 2023