Al Yellon
Managing Editor
Al Yellon is a native Chicagoan who has been following Chicago sports since the 1960's. That means he's seen a lot of losing -- but finally enjoyed the ultimate triumph, the Cubs World Series title in 2016. He left Chicago to go east for college at Colgate University, then returned and worked for 29 years as a television director for Chicago TV stations before joining SB Nation full time as a senior editor.
A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1944
Another quiet year for deals.
Here are a few more value guys the Cubs could sign to minor-league deals
Call it dumpster-diving if you want, but these pitchers have had success in the past.
A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1945
One deal made this year was quite significant.
Could the Tampa Bay Rays be headed out of Florida?
Based on what happened last week in St. Petersburg, the answer could be "Yes."
A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1946
The Cubs were coming off a pennant-winning year.
Here are two pitchers non-tendered last week who the Cubs should consider signing
One or both of these guys could really help the Cubs bullpen.
Cubs historical sleuthing: Mets edition
Just when was this Cubs vs. Mets play?
Cubs historical sleuthing: A 1940s mystery
Just what year was this photo taken?
SB Nation Reacts: Who’s going to sign Roki Sasaki?
A fair number of respondents to the survey chose the Cubs.
Cubs non-tender Mike Tauchman and Nick Madrigal
The non-tender of Tauchman is a bit of a surprise.