Here’s today’s Cubs News and Notes. As always * means autoplay on, or annoying ads, or both (directions to remove for Firefox and Chrome).
- David Haugh (Chicago Tribune* {$}): For Cubs manager Joe Maddon, this looks like a World Series-or-bust season. “Theo Epstein left no doubt: This season is all about the Cubs facing the music.”
- Jordan Bastian (MLB.com*): Maddon still creating loose atmosphere for Cubs. “...just because Maddon has slightly adjusted his style doesn’t mean Cubs camp has become a no-fun zone.