“I was purposed to play…it was my calling, and I don’t think that’s by chance. Because of that, what I’ve been given with all of the experiences I’ve had in the game, I’ve been given the opportunity to really not only enjoy this game, but there is also an opportunity to give back. The biggest […]
Tag: Matt Murton
Life On The Edge of Glory: A Conversation With Matt Murton
In July of 2005, Matt Murton was just outside of Knoxville, Tennessee and in all likelihood thinking most about his next game for the Cubs’ Double-A squad. Then his phone rang. His agent, on the other end of the line, explained the situation: Murton was headed to Florida—the place where he was born, and where he saw his […]
From Altman to Murton: A Brief History of Cubs in NPB
Readers, I have a confession to make: I own a Matt Murton shirsey. This is, of course, an elliptical way of saying that I’ve got a soft spot for the redheaded outfielder. And so naturally, I was ecstatic when the Cubs signed Murton to a minor-league deal early yesterday morning. And although Murton will likely start his […]
Hello Again, Old Ginger Friend: What Might Matt Murton Be for the Cubs?
Time is, indeed, a flat circle. Last Wednesday night, reports emerged that the Cubs have signed Matt Murton to a minor league deal, thus reuniting with the Georgia Tech product for the first time since 2008. Upon hearing of the expected reunion, Cubs Twitter descended into what can only be described as bouts of sheer happiness. So, let’s talk about Matt […]