ESPN: Mike Quade out as Cubs manager

I read this: http://espn.go.com/chicago/mlb/story/_/id/7182270/chicago-cubs-release-manager-mike-quade

And inside it came this:

Epstein said. "We are looking for someone with whom and around whom we can build a foundation for sustained success. The next manager must have leadership and communication skills; he must place an emphasis on preparation and accountability; he must establish high standards and a winning culture; he must have integrity and an open mind; and he must have managerial or coaching experience at the major league level."

That means candidates would be....well, Bobby Cox and Joe Torre are done, right?  Current voice of the Cubs, Bob Brenly? Or, gosh, are they getting the band back together? Terry Francona?

How about a smidgen of hope for my childhood leader? Nope. Also in was this:

"Theo called me 10 minutes after they issued the press release (on Quade) and told me that they have a list of guys and I'm not on it,'' Sandberg said, according to the Daily Herald. "He wished me good luck and said he hoped I got a chance somewhere soon."


Did Theo say that last part with a nudge and a wink, because ten minutes later came this news: http://espn.go.com/mlb/story/_/id/7182684/philadelphia-phillies-give-st-louis-cardinals-ok-talk-ryne-sandberg-source-says

Sandberg. Managing in the big leagues. As a St. Louis Cardinal. Whoa, whoa, whoa.

I think Theo handled the situation well, but, geeze, Sandberg as a Cardinal. That makes me feel all weird and conflicted. But at the same time I'd love to see it. For Ryno. And for baseball.

I'd like to see the Cubs manager in place soon. Not sure how many guys are out there with that resume.