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Chicago Cubs president Theo Epstein throws terrible first pitch
Is anyone else sick of the Cubs and their long-suffering narrative
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Theo Epstein is the mastermind behind the Cubs' season
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Theo Epstein of the Cubs shares his 20 percent rule for getting ahead
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Risky business: Theo Epstein had to roll the dice on another free
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Today in horrible first pitches: Theo Epstein almost hits Chicago
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This is no dream: Finally, Cubs win!
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Cubs' pitching development takes significant step forward in 2023
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Cubs: Quick fix not part of plan
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Can the Cubs Do It Again?
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Despite Game 3 setback, Cubs insist they are up to challenge in
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Chicago Cubs president Theo Epstein throws terrible first pitch
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Epstein deal is settled