Results tagged ‘ Vine Line Video Corner ’
Mesa Cubscast: Goals for 2012
MESA, Ariz.–The Cubs transitioned to game action today at HoHoKam Park after a tough few weeks of workouts. As the team continues to stress the fundamentals in preparation for Cactus League action, the players look ahead to their goals for the 2012 regular season.
Mesa Cubscast: The lighter side of the Cubs
MESA, Ariz.–The Cubs have been working hard every day since they arrived in Mesa–on Thursday, manager Dale Sveum called the team’s effort “tremendous”–but they’re also building team chemistry and having fun. When you put 64 competitive athletes together in tight quarters, things are likely to get interesting.
Mesa Cubscast: Meet the new guys
MESA, Ariz.–This offseason, the Cubs turned over more than one-third of their 40-man roster, saying goodbye to players such as Carlos Zambrano and Aramis Ramirez and adding David DeJesus, Ian Stewart, Paul Maholm, Chris Volstad and others. Vine Line talked to some of the newest Cubs about their first spring with the team and what it means to be coming to Chicago and Wrigley Field.
Mesa Cubscast: Outlook for 2012
MESA, Ariz.–Despite finishing 71-91 last year, the pervasive feeling in Cubs camp this spring is optimism. The Cubs feel they improved their organization from top to bottom this offseason, and the energy at Fitch Park is palpable. Vine Line sat down with several of the Cubs this week to talk about how the team feels coming into Spring Training.
Now Playing: Mesa Cubscast with Dale Sveum and Chris Bosio
MESA, Ariz.–On Monday morning, Vine Line sat down with new manager Dale Sveum and pitching coach Chris Bosio to talk about their first Cubs camp, their goals for the team and the now famous bunting competition.
Now Playing: Cubs Clinic with Rudy Jaramillo
Want to get your swing in shape for the season? For the March issue of Vine Line, Cubs Hitting Coach Rudy Jaramillo shows Cubs fans how major leaguers use tee work to fine-tune their swing and prepare for the season. For more insider access to the Cubs, subscribe to Vine Line. And watch for updates from Mesa all spring here on the Cubs Vine Line blog.
Now Playing: 2012 Cubs Convention
From Jan. 13-15, Cubs fans of all ages gathered at the Hilton Chicago to warm up the winter and mingle with more than 70 Cubs players, coaches and front office personnel at the sold-out 27th annual Cubs Convention. Vine Line was there the whole weekend to document all the happenings, including Kerry Wood’s triumphant return, the Ron Santo Hall of Fame Panel and all the new Wrigley Field news. Get ready for the season and check out the sights and sounds of the 2012 Cubs Convention.
Inside the search: Sandy Alomar Jr. addresses reporters
Last Friday, the Cubs interviewed former big league catcher Sandy Alomar Jr. for the managerial job, concluding meetings with four candidates that team brass suggested may encompass the set they talk to. If you missed the video over the weekend on Cubs.com, click the image above for another Vine Line look inside the manager search, and subscribe for your insider’s pass to the new era at Wrigley Field.
The field: Sandy Alomar Jr., Pete Mackanin, Dale Sveum and Mike Maddux.
Video: Theo Epstein sets out his vision for the Cubs
Theo Epstein talks about the first steps in baseball operations under his new regime. Click above image to watch the video, and subscribe to Vine Line today for all the upcoming coverage of a change in the Windy City.
Now Playing: Larry King returns to Wrigley Field
Click image to play video interview with Larry King.
The CNN talk show legend of 25 years treasured his second visit to the Friendly Confines and shared a bit of his own background with the sport of baseball. You can read the full interview in the October issue of Vine Line.
