Paul Sullivan: In Joe Maddon's 'win-or-bust' season, the final 7 weeks could determine his Cubs fate
by Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune
Aug 10, 2019
4 minutes
CINCINNATI - What would Cubs life be like without Joe Maddon?
Duller, for sure.
There are few managers left who understand one of their responsibilities is to provide a reason for fans to stay interested in the team. Lou Piniella liked to tell the story of former Yankees owner George Steinbrenner asking him to mix it up with umpires so the team could make the back page of the tabloids.
Baseball is entertainment. Fans are customers. The more interest in the team, the more customers pay to get in. As much as any player on the Cubs, Maddon has been
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