Since Theo Epstein took over as team president last summer, one of the hotter topics has been where the Cubs play their home games: Wrigley Field.
There’s no doubt that Wrigley is in need of quite a bit of renovation and remodeling, which has already started with the addition of the patio that is coming out in right field.
But there are rumors that the Cubs could be seeking even bigger changes. According to a report by NBC Chicago, the Cubs have already had to deny one report that they could be moving to U.S. Cellular Field for the 2013 season.
A move like that would indicate that the Cubs would be seeking a major overhaul at the Friendly Confines, and would be forced to play their home games at The Cell for 2013, not unlike when the Bears played their games in Champagne.
Apparently, workers at U.S. Cellular have been told to prepare for a very busy 2013, which hints at the potential of them having to deal with twice as many home games.
Of course, this has all been denied alre...
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