The Cubs last game of the season today, and it turns out that this was Chip Caray's last game for the Cubs as well. Not a huge surprise--the statements being made in the press all season by both Caray and management indicated that this Caray wasn't going to be leaving the Cubs organization feet-first.
And the noises sound like Steve Stone may not be far behind. He "retired" a couple of season back after a bout with valley fever, and came back after it was very apparent that his successors just didn't have the chemistry.
Now, a colour who can work with multiple Carays? I'd grab him, but I'd also be someone who knew that Stone isn't going to repeat the party line. Inarticulate jocks and over-itellectuallizing dweebs are a dime a dozen--someone who's played the game and can offer intelligent commentary isn't.
I hope whoever ends up with Stone appreciates what they're getting.
Posted by lsefton at October 3, 2004 01:59 PM