Archive - Pointless Exercise

Podcast: Trades can be so confusing

And why won't teams trade top ten prospects? We have proof that it works.

Jul 26

Jed says the quiet part quietly

He's built a bad roster and there's no fixing, or dismantling it

Jul 23

The Cubs might trade big Jimmy?

And The Athletic's noted theoretical gossipists throw out Steele's name, too.

Jul 22

Podcast: "Like taking a snowmobile to a strip club"

Plus Shōta, the trade deadline and the Ricketts family love of this newsletter

Jul 18

Shōta made a strong (quick) first All-Star impression

A running diary of the 2024 All-Star Game

Jul 17

Cubs are playing "F@ck the Hoyer"

It's also amusing that people don't understand why the MLB Draft isn't more popular

Jul 15

Podcast: Would take one in the melon for a house?

We fix All-Star week with wonderful suggestions and give out trade ideas!

Jul 10

Well Jed, if we're stuck with you, you gotta do something

His four-year plan has turned to crap, he'd better have a fiifth (even if it's just to drink)

Jul 9

Shōta's an All-Star and the Cubs are getting punchy

The history of Cubs' rookie All-Stars includes some interesting names

Jul 8

Podcast: Are they more bad or boring?

Should the Cubs buy, sell, or just go home?

Jul 3

Do the Cubs need some red asses?

The Cubs built a team of nice guys designed to support a star, with no star to support.

Jul 1

June 2024

Podcast: No (trade) means no (trade), maybe

Can the Cubs trade their corner outfielders, and can they bring back an old friend to GM for a month?

Jun 28

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