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Inmate missing since 1999 surrenders in Oklahoma
After 14 years on the run from the FBI and tips from witnesses in two countries, David Lee Kemp turned himself over to authorities in southwest Oklahoma early Friday morning, local authorities said.
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After 14 years on the run from the FBI and tips from witnesses in two countries, David Lee Kemp turned himself over to authorities in southwest Oklahoma early Friday morning, local authorities said.
Kemp, of Lawton, Okla., was the only inmate to elude capture after escaping with eight other inmates on March 11, 1999, while awaiting trial on two first-degree murder counts in the killings of his ex-wife and her boyfriend.
Comanche County Sheriff Kenny Stradley said Kemp told police he was done running.
"He said that he was just tired basically of running and it was affecting his health," Stradley told The Associated Press.
Comanche County Jail records show Kemp was taken into custody at about 1:40 a.m. Friday on charges of felony first-degree murder and escaping from a county jail, a misdemeanor.
The sequence of events leading up to his arrest started at a rest stop along Interstate 44, Stradley said, when Kemp knocked on the window of a sleeping truck driver.
"He said, `I need you to call Comanche County Sheriff's department to come up here. I need to talk to them,'" Stradley told The Associated Press in a phone interview.
A deputy arrived and told Kemp he looked familiar. The deputy then asked for Kemp's name. Kemp told him and was immediately arrested, Stradley said. It's unclear if Kemp has a lawyer.
Kemp is charged in the deaths of Christina Cremer and her boyfriend, Robert Miller, whose bodies were found in August 1998, riddled with bullets in their Lawton apartment. He was apprehended by police in California several days later and taken to Comanche County.
In March 1999, he and eight other inmates overpowered a guard with a large grilling fork and escaped. Most were recaptured the same day.
Since then, Kemp was the subject of the "America's Most Wanted" and "Unsolved Mysteries" TV shows. He was reportedly spotted in Las Vegas and may have also been spotted in Phoenix, Louisiana and even Canada.
Stradley was also sheriff back in 1999 when Kemp escaped, and called Kemp's capture "a big relief."
A spokesman for the county said Kemp was under observation because of suicide concerns.
"He's completely compliant right now and following all the rules," said Jacob Russell, the spokesman. "All the added security at this time will be to and from the courtroom."
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"Except for the "perpetual" licence bit."
It depends on the number of licenses. $36k is one year for 720 users, according with the article, so in between the 20-1000 employees they mention as SMB, or whatever. My university employs thousands, for example, so I guess it would be a better deal to pay $36k once.
If the software is any good, that I have no clue. :-)
Ubuntu? On a Server?
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What you have is a mold/mildew contamination.
What you have to do is get in there and mechanically scrub the system (replace hoses if stained brown, etc.) The mechanical removal of debris will lessen chances of reinfection; dead cells and stunned spores, etc. left in the system will provide nutrients for further infection. Some of these species are EXTREMELY toxic to humans, especially if the spores are breathed-in. WEAR rubber gloves, goggles and at least a dust mask when cleaning such bioburden from the tankage !!!!! That the tanks are fouled also suggests that the boat has a LOT of infection under the hidden walls, floor boards, etc. The vector of contamination isnt city water but the TANK VENT: sucks in spores as you draw down the water. .... Clean or REPLACE the tank vent line. Once the system is cleaned I suggest that you wrap the entrance of the vent with a big wad of sterile gauze, keep it dry and change yearly.
Then go after all the "BLACK SLIME" that lives in all the dark places on your boat, use Chlorox spray, etc. and be SURE to wear the protection listed above. When closing the boat for long periods of time consider to place in loose paraformaldehyde crystals to kill more of the mold/mildew. Vent the boat to allow the para-F gas to vent out BEFORE entering.
Once you mechanically remove the tank debris, shock sanitize the whole system: tanks lines, faucets, pumps ..... and VENT with a STRONG solution of Chlorox.
If youre not "afraid of chemicals and KNOW how to use them" a caustic dilute solution of Sodium Hydroxide that is allowed to soak for period of time will dissolve the bio debris remaining after mechanical scrubbing. The system is then scrupously flushed with water, then neutralized with a mild acid (vinegar) ..... then Shock sanitize with Chlorox. Dont use caustics if you dont know how to use them or if you dont understand the harm caustics can cause or the personal protection needed.
After the system is cleaned add fresh water and add enough Chlorox.... so that you get just the faintest perceptable smell of Chlorox in the outlet water to keep the ''critters'' stunned and unable to reproduce. Dont follow ''recipies'' ... just use your nose to get the "faintest possible chlorine smell" from the output water. Adding more that this amount is harmful- many authorities suggest that excessive chlorination of water can lead to cancer, and other metabolic disorders etc.
The use of carbon filters installed in the tankagae lines, etc. is STRONGLY NOT recommended as the carbon is a nutrient source for bacteria etc. PLUS it will adsorb the active free chlorine used for maintenance. If you MUST use carbon for odor removal etc., use it ONLY on the hose that you use to fill the tank.
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In this week's Hot Trends... the summer travel season is here.
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First... Packing. Make sure to put one day's worth of clothes in your carry-on ... in case your luggage is lost. Also pack things like medication there too. Also, put your jewelry and even the belt you will wear *that day into your carry-on luggage or purse *at first.* You'll get through security faster instead of trying to quickly undress in line.
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Oleksandr Turchynov takes charge following the dismissal of President Viktor Yanukovych on Saturday. Turchynov told lawmakers they had until Tuesday to form a new unity government.
Parliament also voted to seize Yanukovych's luxury estate near Kiev, which protesters entered on Saturday.
The whereabouts of Yanukovych, who described parliament's decision to vote him out as a coup, remain unclear.
Thousands of opposition supporters remain in Independence Square, where the atmosphere is described as calm.
Her release was one of the conditions of the EU-Ukraine trade pact that President Yanukovych rejected last year – triggering the protests that led to the current crisis.
The health ministry says 88 people, mostly protesters, are now known to have been killed since 18 February.
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WACO, Texas (AP) - A Texas paramedic who helped evacuate people on the night of the deadly fertilizer plant explosion in West is charged with possessing bomb-making materials including a pipe and chemicals.
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SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) - San Bernardino County deputies looking for two vicious pit bulls instead found nearly 2,000 marijuana plants, two suspects, three rifles and two shotguns.
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The 1060 Project breaks ground at Wrigley Field
The restoration of historic Wrigley Field is officially underway. On Saturday, Oct. 11, the Chicago Cubs and the Ricketts family hosted Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Major League Baseball Commissioner Allan H. (Bud) Selig, former Cubs pitchers Milt Pappas and Kerry Wood, city and state officials, community and corporate partners, and representatives from the project team at the groundbreaking ceremony for Wrigley Field's long-awaited expansion and restoration, now titled The 1060 Project.
More than 200 people joined the team for the event, which included a ceremonial dig with special Cubs-themed shovels and a backdrop of construction already underway in the outfield.
"After years of working on a solution to save and improve Wrigley Field, we are thrilled to break ground on The 1060 Project," said Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts. "This day marks a significant milestone in our quest to provide our players and fans with the best facilities in baseball."
The 1060 Project will ensure the viability of the 100-year-old ballpark for future generations of Cubs fans, while preserving the beauty, charm and historic features fans have come to know and love.
"When you think of a baseball park that embodies its city, its community and its fans, there is simply no more powerful example in baseball than that of Wrigley Field and the profound bond it continues to inspire with Chicago, Illinois," Selig said.
The four-year plan—which includes structural updates; improved player facilities; new signage, including video boards in left and right field; expanded concessions; new and improved restroom facilities; and much more—will be rolled out in four separate phases, beginning in the 2014-15 offseason. This privately-funded, $575 million project will create approximately 2,100 jobs and generate $1.2 billion in net new revenue to the local economy over the next 30 years.
"This restoration project is a significant private investment that will create thousands of jobs, ensure Wrigley Field can be enjoyed by Chicagoans for generations to come, and help the Cubs toward their goal of giving their fans a long-awaited World Series championship," Emanuel said. "With this project, the Cubs are investing in more than just their historic stadium. They will continue to be a good neighbor by investing in the surrounding area for traffic flow, security and public parks. This is a great step for the Cubs and for all of Chicago."
The 1060 Project team includes Pepper Construction, a Chicago-based firm that has nearly a century of experience on large-scale projects such as the Merchandise Mart, Marshall Field's and the Shedd Aquarium; VOA, a full-service international architectural firm that designed many high-profile projects in the Chicago area, including Navy Pier, the Old Town School of Folk Music and Prentice Women's Hospital; D'Agostino Izzo Quirk Architects (DAIQ), a full-service architectural firm instrumental in restoring Boston's Fenway Park, Dodger Stadium and The Rose Bowl; ICON Venue Group, a project management company that has produced more than $4 billion worth of home venues for franchises in each major professional sports league, and has worked on Chicago's U.S. Cellular Field, Toyota Park in Bridgeview and the Cubs' new Spring Training complex in Mesa, Arizona; and Harboe Architects, led by nationally known, Chicago-based preservation architect Gunny Harboe, who has had oversight of major restoration projects such as the Sullivan Center, the Chicago Board of Trade and the Field Building.
The primary focus of the project's first phase, to be completed this offseason, is infrastructure work. The ballpark's structural steel and foundation will be strengthened, and much of the concrete in the Budweiser Bleachers will be replaced. More than 50 million pounds of new concrete will be poured at the Friendly Confines during the course of the restoration.
The first phase also includes the expansion and improvement of the left- and right-field Budweiser Bleachers. This expansion will provide more room for fans in the concourse, additional concession areas, and new group terraces where fans can congregate during Cubs games and other events. Several new outfield signs will be added this offseason, including a 3,990-square-foot video board in left field and a smaller 2,225-square-foot video board in right field.
Subsequent phases will address the improvement and expansion of player facilities; new bullpens and batting tunnels; new restrooms, concessions, seats, luxury suites, clubs, restaurants, and retail and entertainment spaces for fans; additional commissary space for food preparation; and an improved press box. A separate Ricketts family development will feature a hotel, a fitness club, a retail space and an open-air plaza adjacent to the ballpark.
For additional information about The 1060 Project, please visit www.wrigleyfield.com. And watch for the November issue of Vine Line, which will have a cover feature with details on all four phases of the restoration.
Cubs announce 2015 coaching staff
Manager Rick Renteria's 2015 staff has been finalized. (Photo by Stephen Green)
The Cubs announced their 2015 coaching staff Thursday, and it includes a few new faces as well as a member shifting roles in manager Rick Renteria's crew.
John Mallee has been named the new hitting coach, while Doug Dascenzo will take over first base/outfield coaching duties. Last season's first base coach Eric Hinske will shift to assistant hitting coach.
Chris Bosio (pitching coach), Brandon Hyde (bench coach), Gary Jones (third base/infield coach), Lester Strode (bullpen coach), Mike Borzello (catching and strategy coach), Jose Castro (quality assurance coach) and Franklin Font (staff assistant) return to the coaching staff in their previous roles. Eric Hinske will shift from first base/outfield coach to assistant hitting coach.
Mallee, 45, will replace Bill Mueller as the team's hitting coach. He'll begin his fifth season as a major league hitting coach. He previously served as a big league hitting coach with the Marlins (2010-11) and Astros (2013-14). Overall, Mallee has 19 seasons of experience in pro baseball. Prior to moving to the big leagues, he spent eight-plus seasons as the Marlins minor league hitting instructor. A Chicago native, Mallee also served as a minor league hitting coach within the Brewers and Expos organizations starting in 1996. He spent two seasons as an infielder in the Phillies system from 1991-92.
Dascenzo, 50, joins the Cubs as first base and outfield coach, marking a return to the organization that drafted him in 1985 and for whom he played five big league seasons from 1988-92. Dascenzo served as the third base coach for the Atlanta Braves in 2014, his first as a coach at the big league level. Prior to joining the Braves in 2013 as a minor league outfield/baserunning instructor, he spent 13 seasons as a manager or coach in San Diego's system. Dascenzo spent seven years in the big leagues as an outfielder and has spent the last 16 years as a coach or instructor starting in 1999.
Bosio, 51, returns for his fourth season as the club's major league pitching coach. Overall, this is his third stint as a big league pitching coach, previously coaching in the majors for Tampa Bay in 2003 and Milwaukee in 2009. A veteran of 11 big league seasons, the righthander worked as a special assignment pitching coach in Seattle's system from 2000-02, including a stint as Triple-A Tacoma's pitching coach, before joining Lou Piniella's staff in Tampa Bay.
Hyde, 41, enters his second year as bench coach and fourth in the Cubs organization. This is his second stint in the role, previously serving as bench coach for Jack McKeon and the Marlins from June 23, 2010 through 2011. Overall, Hyde has 12 years of coaching experience, including nine seasons in the Marlins chain. Hyde joined the Cubs in December, 2011 as minor league field coordinator and was named director of player development on August 29, 2012.
Jones, 53, returns for his second season as third base coach and infield coach after spending the last 11 years in the Padres organization. Prior to joining the Cubs, he had one year of big league experience as the first base coach for Oakland in 1998. Jones has 15 seasons of experience as a minor league manager, earning four minor league manager of the year awards. He originally signed with the Cubs as a non-drafted free agent in 1982.
Strode, 56, returns for his ninth season as Cubs bullpen coach and his 27th year in the Cubs organization. Prior to his current role, Strode spent 11 seasons as the organization's minor league pitching coordinator (1996-2006), two seasons with the big league club as a pitching assistant (1994-95) and five seasons as a minor league pitching coach (1989-1993). Strode pitched professionally in the minor leagues for nine seasons (1980-88).
Hinske, 37, shifts to assistant hitting coach after joining the Cubs staff as first base/outfield coach for the 2014 campaign, replacing Mike Brumley. His 12-year major league career (2002-13) included 2002 American League Rookie of the Year honors with Toronto and three-straight World Series appearances bookended by championships with Boston in 2007 and the New York Yankees in 2009. Hinske was originally selected by the Cubs in the 17th round of the 1998 Draft.
Borzello, 44, enters his fourth season with the Cubs and his second in an expanded role of catching and strategy coach. Prior to joining Chicago, he spent four seasons (2008-11) with the Los Angeles Dodgers as their bullpen catcher, a stint that followed 12 years in the New York Yankees organization starting in 1996 (roles included bullpen catcher and batting practice pitcher). Overall, Borzello has 19 years of experience with three major league clubs.
Castro, 56, returns for his second season as the club's quality assurance coach after spending the previous 25 years as a minor league hitting coordinator or hitting coach in the Kansas City, Seattle, Florida, San Diego and Montreal organizations. He also served an interim stint as Seattle's major league hitting coach in 2008.
Font, 36, returns for his 21st season in the Cubs organization, his fourth at the major league level. Font played in the Cubs system for six seasons from 1995-2000 before becoming a Single-A Daytona staff assistant in 2001. He served the Cubs as a minor league manager, hitting coach and coordinator from 2002-11.
From the Pages of Vine Line: Strength in Numbers
Javier Baez got his first taste of major league action this summer. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
When Theo Epstein sat in front of the assembled media last October and announced, "The story [around the league] is that the Cubs are coming fast, and the Cubs are coming strong," many had trouble stifling laughter. How could Epstein suggest a team fresh off its third-consecutive 90-loss season was on the rise—especially during a press conference announcing the firing of the club's manager, Dale Sveum?
It seemed preposterous at the time, but Epstein was hardly joking. He knew what he and his staff had built over the previous two seasons, and he believed it wouldn't be long before that lofty statement was accepted as fact—even by those not paying close attention to what's been happening in the Cubs system.
Sure enough, while the 2014 season didn't produce a dramatic increase in wins, the media and fans finally got a chance to see what the Cubs have been building, as the first wave of prospects finally funneled into Wrigley Field.
It all began with Arismendy Alcantara and Kyle Hendricks, two somewhat under-the-radar prospects, but intriguing players nonetheless. Next, one of the best power hitters in the minors, Javier Baez, arrived in the big leagues—along with the corresponding media maelstrom. Finally, the Cubs called up Cuban slugger Jorge Soler toward the end of August.
Not every one of these young players immediately took the National League by storm. There have been ups and downs. But each has provided a spark and shown the potential to be a big contributor to the next Cubs playoff run—which is exactly how the front office drew it up.
"It's a lot of fun, and there's definitely a lot of energy," Hendricks said. "I'm just glad a lot of us have been able to perform well. I think that's a testament to the coaching we have in the minor leagues. The guys got us ready for this level."
Epstein understands that this process, which has included many losses, has been tough for both the players and the fans. That's why finally being able to display the fruits of the front office's labor has been so rewarding.
"These are players who have been part of our plan, part of our vision, for a while now," Epstein said. "Now that they're up here, people can get excited about it. It creates a little bit of momentum, which is nice to have around the organization."
So what exactly is the Cubs' vision, and what has the organization been doing to realize it?
When Epstein was first introduced as president of baseball operations in late October 2011, he laid out his plan for how he wanted to rebuild an organization that had gone from being the toast of the National League to 91 losses in just three years.
"Our goal will be to build the best scouting department in the game—one that makes an annual impact in the draft and internationally," Epstein said at the time. "As far as player development goes, we will define and implement a Cubs Way of playing the game, and we won't rest until there is a steady stream of talent coming through the minor league system trained in that Cubs Way making an impact out here at Wrigley Field."
Epstein didn't waste much time in following through with those promises. A week after his introduction, he sat in front of the media yet again, this time introducing Jed Hoyer as his new executive vice president and general manager and Jason McLeod, a man Epstein referred to as the "rarest commodity in the industry—an impact evaluator of baseball talent," as his senior vice president of scouting and player development.
The three men spent the next year evaluating what they were working with from the bottom of the organization all the way to the top. After a year, they made a few tweaks to the scouting department, and completely revamped the player development side. Brandon Hyde was brought in as the farm director, but has since moved on to become manager Rick Renteria's bench coach, while Jaron Madison has transitioned from amateur scouting director to Hyde's old position.
Under Hyde, the Cubs hired four new minor league coordinators and had one of their better developmental seasons throughout the system in 2013.
Of course, it certainly helped that so much talent had been added to the mix—and continues to be added to this day—through astute trades, the amateur draft and international signings.
"In order to have success in this game, the foundation has to be through scouting and player development," Hoyer said when he was introduced as general manager. "There's no shortcut. There's no magic bullet. All three of us believe in the philosophy wholeheartedly."
Hoyer acknowledged the ultimate goal is to win a championship, so the baseball operations department first had to build a team that went into Spring Training every season with a realistic shot at making the playoffs. Less than three years later, it appears the Cubs are on the verge of achieving that goal.
And it's not just the players who have reached the majors this year that have so many people both inside and outside the game optimistic about the Cubs' immediate future. While the influx of top-notch talent is undeniable, it's quite likely the best is yet to come.
Last year's top draft pick, Kris Bryant, dominated every level of the minor leagues, making it all the way to Triple-A Iowa in his first full professional season. His otherworldly stat line of .325/.438/.661 (AVG/OBP/SLG) with 43 home runs and 110 RBI has pushed the third baseman to the top of the national prospect rankings. Shortly after the season, he was named both USA Today's and Baseball America's Minor League Player of the Year. Addison Russell, a consensus top 10 prospect in the game, was acquired in early July via trade and has continued to excel, hitting for both power and average while playing strong defense at shortstop.
Kyle Schwarber was the fourth pick in June's amateur draft and has already shot up two levels in the Cubs system. So far, he has displayed an impressive combination of power and patience at the plate and appears to be on the fast track to the majors.
And that's not all. The regime's first draft pick from 2012, Albert Almora, made it to Double-A at the tender age of 20, and the international scouts flexed their muscles in 2013, as the Cubs spent more money than any other organization. Thanks to those efforts, they added big-time prospects like Jen-Ho Tseng, Eloy Jimenez, Gleybar Torres and Jefferson Mejia, all of whom are proving advanced for their age and are ranked as top 20 organizational prospects by MLB.com.
The system is not only loaded with talent, it's also deep, ensuring that as the Cubs continue to graduate players to the big leagues, the cupboard won't suddenly be left bare. It looks like Epstein and Hoyer have built the scouting and player development "machine" they promised to work toward when they were first brought into the organization.
Of course, since the majority of the Cubs' young players grabbing headlines are bats, there are still questions about where the organization is going to find the right combination of arms to lead the charge. But even on that front, the team is better off than most people realize.
The front office has now divested the organization of the many onerous contracts from the Hendry regime—meaning there is money to spend—and has proven quite adept at identifying and acquiring undervalued pitching talent. Names like Paul Maholm, Scott Feldman and Jason Hammel, who all excelled under the tutelage of pitching coach Chris Bosio, have been used to acquire players who fit into both the short- and long-term plans.
Feldman, in particular, netted a huge piece in pitcher Jake Arrieta. A former top prospect, the 28-year-old underwhelmed during parts of four years in the majors with the Baltimore Orioles. Though Arrieta was perhaps at his lowest value at the time, the Cubs were bullish about the struggling righty. After missing the first month of the 2014 season with shoulder soreness, Arrieta went on to make the move look like a stroke of genius, putting together a season that rivals those of some of the best pitchers in the game.
Hendricks, acquired from the Rangers in the 2012 Ryan Dempster deal, also opened eyes with a strong run of starts to begin his major league career. Though many had the 24-year-old pegged as a fringe major leaguer and back-end starter at best, his poise and control are making some wonder whether he can exceed expectations and become a big part of the rotation's future.
"He's doing exactly what he did in the minor leagues," Epstein said. "He's as polished and prepared as you'll see with any rookie. We speculated that he might even take it to another level when he got to the big leagues because he uses all the tools available to him as well as anybody.
"We have video in the minor leagues, but we don't have this much video. We have scouting reports in the minor leagues, but we don't have scouting reports this extensive. He just attacks the video and attacks scouting reports. They're a huge weapon for him. You see the confidence he has. No matter how good a hitter he's facing, he's likely to have identified one area he can attack and put [himself] in a good position to have a chance to get him out. I think that's been big for him. We're awfully proud of how he's adjusted."
Epstein has acknowledged that while he doesn't think the Cubs' position player group is a finished product, he certainly feels great about the nucleus the organization has built. Even with Arrieta, Hendricks and the surprisingly impressive Tsuyoshi Wada (who will be 34 next season, but could still find himself competing for a spot in the Cubs rotation), the obvious focus becomes how to build up the front five.
"I like some of the pitchers we have coming along in the minor leagues, and I think our big league staff has done sort of an underrated job this year," Epstein said. "There are some bright spots. But we've been open about the fact that it would be nice to add an impact pitcher or two. When you look over the next 18 months or so, that's certainly a priority for us. Whether we develop one from an unlikely spot like might be happening with Arrieta or acquire someone who's already at those heights remains to be seen."
Surprise success stories like Arrieta and Hendricks, coupled with bounce-back years from Anthony Rizzo and Starlin Castro, have certainly boosted the optimism around the team as the prospects are rising to the big leagues.
"It's good for the fans," Hendricks said. "They've needed some winning the last few years, and unfortunately we haven't been able to give it to them. I think with a lot of us young guys coming up—a lot of young hitters especially—they're doing an unbelievable job. And there's more to come."
While the narrative may have recently changed as far as the media and average fans are concerned, nobody within the Cubs organization considers the work done.
"Our fans deserve to get excited. I'm happy for them," Epstein said. "Ultimately, the only thing that matters is winning. That's what's on our mind, and we're working hard to get there. Having young players that are worth following and at-bats you can't miss, we're human and that makes us feel good that our fans have something like that in their lives at this point, because certainly there's been some tough times that they've had to endure."
Epstein and company know they've still got work to do. They're aware that pitching is a need, as is a veteran presence in the clubhouse to lead by example. But they strongly believe they're on the right path and have felt that way for some time now. Still, the ultimate goal has yet to be accomplished.
"We've felt really good about it for a period now, and we also feel like there's so much more work to do that we don't deserve any kudos or pats on the back," Epstein said. "On the other hand, we're all human, and we feel the optimism of our fans and our players. It only makes us want to work harder and finish it off. We'll feel like it's finished when we win the last game in October."
—Sahadev Sharma, Baseball Prospectus
Cubs announce 2015 Spring Training schedule
The Cubs announced their 2015 Spring Training schedule Wednesday. The 29-game slate features 15 games at Cubs Park, with additional games expected to be announced in the near future.
The Cubs open the preseason on March 5 with a split-squad home game against the Athletics and a game in Scottsdale against San Francisco. The Cubs play the White Sox on a pair of occasions—March 20 in Glendale and March 27 in Mesa—and wrap up the schedule April 1 when they host Milwaukee in the spring finale.
Individual home Spring Training tickets go on sale Saturday, Jan. 10, at 11 a.m. CST at the Cubs Park ticket office, on cubs.com or by calling 1-800-THE-CUBS. Season and group ticket information can be found at cubs.com/mesa or by calling 1-800-THE-CUBS.
Day Opponent Location
3/5 Athletics (SS) Cubs Park
3/5 Giants (SS) Scottsdale
3/6 Reds Cubs Park
3/7 Rockies Scottsdale
3/8 Rangers Cubs Park
3/9 Padres Cubs Park
3/10 Indians Goodyear
3/11 Dodgers Cubs Park
3/12 Angels Tempe
3/13 Indians Cubs Park
3/14 Brewers Maryvale
3/15 Reds Cubs Park
3/16 Padres Peoria
3/17 Royals Cubs Park
3/18 Dodgers Glendale
3/19 Diamondbacks Scottsdale
3/20 White Sox Glendale
3/21 Mariners Cubs Park
3/22 Padres Cubs Park
3/24 Athletics Mesa
3/25 Mariners Peoria
3/26 Angels Cubs Park
3/27 White Sox Cubs Park
3/28 Rockies (SS) Cubs Park
3/28 Reds (SS) Goodyear
3/29 Royals Surprise
3/30 Giants Cubs Park
3/31 Rangers Surprise
4/1 Brewers Cubs Park
Cubs AFL Recap: 10/7/14
The Arizona Fall League opened up on Tuesday, with Glendale getting the best of the Mesa Solar Sox, 9-3. The Cubs had a trio of prospects in action. Addison Russell drove in two Solar Sox runs, while outfielder Jacob Hannemann rounded out Mesa's scoring with a sac fly in the losing effort.
- DH Addison Russell went 1-for-4 with a two-run single in the top of the second inning, scoring Boog Powell (Athletics) and Dalton Pompey (Blue Jays). He also reached on a fielder's choice in the first.
- LF Jacob Hannemann entered the game as a defensive replacement in the seventh and recorded a sacrifice fly to left, scoring Kaleb Cowart (Angels).
- 1B Dan Vogelbach came into the game in the bottom of the sixth. He struck out in his only at-bat of the game.
Cubs claim LHP Ortiz off waivers
(Photo by Duane Burleson/Getty Images)
The Cubs claimed left-handed pitcher Joseph Ortiz off waivers from the Rangers Monday, moving the team's 40-man roster to 40 players.
The 24-year-old Ortiz went 2-2 with a 4.23 ERA (21 ER/44.2 IP) in 32 relief appearances for the Rangers in 2013 before being limited to only 15 minor league appearances last season due to a fractured left foot. The southpaw began the 2014 season on the 60-day disabled list and made two rehab appearances with the organization's Rookie League club in Arizona in July before completing his campaign with 13 relief outings with Double-A Frisco (0-2, one save, 4.50 ERA).
A native of Venezuela, Ortiz originally signed with Texas as a nondrafted free agent on August 28, 2006. He is 18-15 with 31 saves and a 2.44 ERA (87 ER/320.2 IP) in 217 relief appearances covering eight minor league seasons.
From the Pages of Vine Line: The Arizona Fall League is back
A lot of eyes will be on the Cubs' top pitching prospect C.J. Edwards this fall. (Photo by Roger C. Hoover)
The prospect-laden Arizona Fall League kicks off Tuesday. Be sure to follow the Vine Line blog all AFL season for recaps on how the Cubs prospects fared the night before. The following story can be found in the October issue of Vine Line.
The Arizona Fall League has always been a launching pad for major league careers. Every fall, organizations send their top prospects to the offseason showcase. Javier Baez hit four home runs in 14 AFL games in 2012, and Kris Bryant took home league MVP honors in 2013.
This year, the Cubs will send a new batch of up-and-coming farmhands to Arizona to see how they fare against the best players the minor leagues have to offer.
Addison Russell will headline the group—and could very well headline the league, as he's baseball's No. 6 prospect, according to MLB.com. Despite missing the early part of the season with a hamstring injury and adjusting to an early-July trade, the 20-year-old never missed a beat, hitting .295/.350/.508 (AVG/OBP/SLG) with 13 homers over 68 games, all while playing elite defense at shortstop. This will be his second appearance in the AFL, as he represented Oakland last year.
Injuries derailed much of right-handed pitcher C.J. Edwards' Double-A season, but he was lights out once he returned to action in late July. Baseball's No. 56 prospect finished the year with a 2.35 ERA in 58.2 innings, striking out 54 batters.
First baseman Dan Vogelbach got off to a slow start, but picked things up as the season progressed. The slugger, who slimmed down in the offseason, hit .268/.357/.429 with 16 homers and 76 RBI for High-A Daytona.
Right-handed pitchers Ivan Pineyro and Zach Cates, lefty Gerardo Concepción, and athletic outfielder Jacob Hannemann have also been invited to the AFL. Outfielder Bijan Rademacher will serve as a member of the taxi squad, which means he's available to play only twice a week.
Hot Off the Presses: October Vine Line featuring the Cubs' young talent
It's not always easy to stick to your guns. Especially if the decisions you're making aren't all that popular.
When Theo Epstein, Jed Hoyer and Jason McLeod first came aboard with the Cubs, they were hailed as conquering heroes who could do no wrong and would soon (and inevitably) carry the organization to the promised land. The Chicago Sun-Times even ran a tongue-in-cheek image of Epstein walking on water.
The new baseball operations men quickly laid out their plan, set a clear course of action and got to work. Their stated goal was to hire the best people in the business, stockpile young talent and build a player-development machine to get that young talent on the fast track to Wrigley Field.
Once the brain trust started making their first moves, the fan base gave them the benefit of the doubt. Not everyone loved seeing favorites like Andrew Cashner, Ryan Dempster and Sean Marshall go, but people figured everything the front office touched would turn to gold. On the plus side, the Cubs picked up first baseman Anthony Rizzo, signed Cuban free agent Jorge Soler and drafted outfielder Albert Almora, among other, less-heralded moves. Despite finishing 2012 with 101 losses, baseball ops stayed the course.
By the time the 2013 campaign came to a close, the voices of dissent were growing louder. The Cubs traded Matt Garza and Alfonso Soriano and fired manager Dale Sveum after a 96-loss season. Yet, the front office remained steadfast. While people grumbled, the team acquired players like Jake Arrieta, Corey Black, C.J. Edwards, Justin Grimm and Pedro Strop; drafted Kris Bryant; and locked up Starlin Castro and Rizzo with team-friendly long-term deals.
Though the win-loss record didn't improve dramatically in 2014, the Cubs' collection of young talent—augmented by players like Billy McKinney, Addison Russell and Kyle Schwarber—hit critical mass. Now it's undeniable the Cubs are coming fast, and people around baseball are taking notice. National columnists, local pundits and sports pages across the country are lauding the organization's elite system.
For the past several years, if you were unwilling to look beyond the team playing at Wrigley Field, it was hard to see what the Cubs were building. When the major league team was losing, the idea of "top prospects" was too nebulous to provide much comfort. But once those same prospects started arriving in the bigs, it was hard to deny their energy, enthusiasm and raw talent.
Not every call-up posted huge numbers, but they all made strong impressions. Kyle Hendricks was occasionally dazzling, Jorge Soler demonstrated impact potential, and guys like Javier Baez, Arismendy Alcantara and Eric Jokisch all showed flashes.
Through everything—all the losses, all the complaints, all the stories about the Cubs' struggles—the front office never wavered from their plan, even when it would have been easier (and much better PR) to hold onto some of their veteran talent and/or throw money at risky free agents. Now that patience is starting to pay off.
I'm in no way saying the Commissioner's Trophy should be on its way to Clark and Addison next season. Baseball is far too random to guarantee anything like that. But it's undeniable the Cubs have built a formidable foundation of talent that is the envy of the baseball world.
In the October issue of Vine Line, Baseball Prospectus' Sahadev Sharma examines the work the front office has been doing to assemble the top system in the game. We also give readers a sneak peek into a true baseball treasure, as we take a tour through the famous Wrigley Field manual scoreboard with the men who work inside. Finally, we go back to June 23, 1984, when Hall of Fame second baseman Ryne Sandberg made the entire baseball world and a national TV audience take notice with two memorable home runs in the fabled Sandberg Game.
You can always find news on Wrigley Field, the Cubs' storied past and the organization's bright future in Vine Line and on Twitter at @cubsvineline. And stay tuned this offseason—things are about to get fun.
—Gary Cohen
Now Playing: Stretching Out with Chris Pratt
Few people had a better summer than Chris Pratt, who is currently preparing to host Saturday Night Live's season premiere tomorrow night. The affable actor seamlessly made the transition from television star on Parks and Recreation to silver screen action hero with the release of Guardians of the Galaxy. He also has a history with baseball (well, baseball acting), having played former Athletics infielder Scott Hatteberg in the movie Moneyball. We caught up with the 35-year-old at Wrigley Field in early September when he was in town shooting an episode of his sitcom.