Theo Epstein is in the midst of a critical hiring process that will affect the direction of the Chicago Cubs organization for many years to come. I don’t envy him at all, as it seems they have narrowed it down to two capable and deserving candidates in David Ross and Joe Espada.
Ross represents an internal candidate, with the chemistry and mindset needed for the job, while Espada breathes fresh air into an organization that seems to be seeking something new and different. Whoever Epstein ends up going with in the end should be seen as a win and should help open this team’s next chapter on a bright note.