In typical Joe Maddon fashion, the Cubs put a series sweep by the St. Louis Cardinals behind them and focused on the next event on their calendar.
However, that next event isn't Thursday series-opener in Miami against the Marlins, but rather the theme for their road trip to South Florida.
The Cubs got dressed up following Wednesday's loss to the Cardinals at Wrigley Field, sporting Florida-themed ensembles as Miami-area-native Anthony Rizzo was the inspiration for Maddon's latest gimmick.
“Who wears short shorts? Anthony Rizzo wears short shorts” is the name of the trip, according to Maddon.