In a stunning development, the Cubs have hired Craig Counsell to be their new manager.
The Cubs announced on Monday that Counsell will replace David Ross at the helm for the North Siders, who fell short of the postseason after a late-season fade this past season. That Chicago pried the 53-year-old Counsell away from the rival Brewers and made him the highest-paid manager in history sent shockwaves around the baseball world.
"Today we made the difficult decision to dismiss David Ross," president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said in a statement. "On behalf of the Cubs organization, we express out deep gratitude for David's contributions to our club, both on and off the field. First as a player and then as a manager, David continually showcased his ability to lead."
The Cubs announced on Monday that Counsell will replace David Ross at the helm for the North Siders, who fell short of the postseason after a late-season fade this past season. That Chicago pried the 53-year-old Counsell away from the rival Brewers and made him the highest-paid manager in history sent shockwaves around the baseball world.
"Today we made the difficult decision to dismiss David Ross," president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said in a statement. "On behalf of the Cubs organization, we express out deep gratitude for David's contributions to our club, both on and off the field. First as a player and then as a manager, David continually showcased his ability to lead."
