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Jake Misener

Joined: Jan 17, 2012

For more than a decade, Jake has been a staple in FanSided MLB - leading the Cubbies Crib team for most of that time.When he's not in the bleachers at Wrigley Field, he can be found covering all things Cubs - including the latest hot stove rumors, roster breakdowns and statistical analyses. Inducted into the FanSided Hall of Fame in 2018 and featured on Bleacher Report, Jake has 15+ years of sports journalism and blogging experience - and is now focused on teaching his daughter the ways of Cubs fandom.

Jun 9, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Marlins right fielder Giancarlo Stanton (27) celebrates with first baseman Jeff Baker (10) after hitting a home run during the eighth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. The Blue Jays won 4-3. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Giancarlo Stanton: Baseball’s latest all-or-nothing slugger

Jun 3, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (19) adjusts his hat during the third inning of a game against the Seattle Mariners at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees: Masahiro Tanaka cannot save this staff

Jun 2, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Mariners pitcher Fernando Rodney (56) walks back to the dugout after the final out of the ninth inning against the New York Yankees at Safeco Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports

Seattle Mariners: Is it time to replace Fernando Rodney?

May 25, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks right fielder Mark Trumbo (15) runs the bases after hitting a game tying two run home run off of St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Kevin Siegrist (not pictured) during the eighth inning at Busch Stadium. The Cardinals won 3-2 in 10 innings. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Arizona Diamondbacks deal Mark Trumbo to Seattle Mariners

Jun 2, 2015; Kansas City, MO, USA; Cleveland Indians right fielder Brandon Moss (44) is congratulated by designated hitter Nick Swisher (33) after Moss hits a home run in the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Indians: A dark-horse division contender?

Jul 23, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; San Diego Padres starting pitcher Ian Kennedy (22) pitches against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Trade rumors: Padres need to be overwhelmed to trade Ian Kennedy

Jul 18, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher A.J. Burnett (34) throws a pitch against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

MLB trade rumors: AJ Burnett returning to Pirates?

Feb 18, 2014; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman and manager Joe Girardi (28) talk as they watch batting practice at Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

MLB trade rumors: New York Yankees in on Cliff Lee?

Jul 20, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Kyle Kendrick (38) reacts after walking Atlanta Braves right fielder Jason Heyward (not pictured) with the bases loaded scoring Braves center fielder B.J. Upton (not pictured) in the third inning of their game at Turner Field. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

Could the Toronto Blue Jays trade for Kyle Kendrick?

Mar 19, 2014; Peoria, AZ, USA; A Milwaukee Brewers hat sits in the dugout against the Seattle Mariners at Peoria Sports Complex. The Brewers won 9-7. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Milwaukee Brewers’ Double-A team stadium behind schedule

Jul 19, 2014; Oakland, CA, USA; Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Jim Johnson (45) pitches during the ninth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at O.co Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Bob Stanton-USA TODAY Sports

Oakland Athletics want to trade reliever Jim Johnson

Jun 17, 2014; Atlanta, GA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Cliff Lee shown in the dugout during the game against the Atlanta Braves during the eighth inning at Turner Field. The Phillies defeated the Braves 5-2. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

Cliff Lee returns to Phillies Monday; trade talks continue

Sep 24, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; A general view of a Detroit Tigers hat a glove before a game against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Tigers, Lakeland renew Spring Training contract

Jul 11, 2014; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp (27) follows through on a run-scoring single in the first inning against the San Diego Padres at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Dodgers’ Matt Kemp wants to be everyday CF

Jul 15, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; American League outfielder Mike Trout (27) of the Los Angeles Angels hits a triple in the first inning during the 2014 MLB All Star Game at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Rovak-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Angels in great spot for a playoff run in 2014

Jul 15, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; American League infielder Derek Jeter (2) of the New York Yankees waves to the crowd as he is replaced in the fourth inning during the 2014 MLB All Star Game at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Rovak-USA TODAY Sports

Derek Jeter adds another milestone to historic career