The Chicago Cubs are handling the pressure quite well.
Joe Maddon’s bunch is dealing with sky-high expectations going into the 2016 season, yet the Cubs manager is sticking to his shtick and the squad is keeping things loose at spring training in Mesa, Ariz.
First, a dance party broke out over the weekend, with Cubs pitcher Justin Grimm showing off his impressive moves.
Watch the Cubs dance it up at spring training. You gotta love these guys. #WeAreGood https://t.co/jn5AU2Lokm pic.twitter.com/BiLtCY2R4H
— ✶ Sports Mockery ✶ (@sportsmockery) February 29, 2016
Then, Maddon fired up some Earth, Wind & Fire, tossed on a sweet outfit and incorporated clowns.
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This all is unsurprising given Maddon’s knack for getting a little wacky with his team, but it’s entertaining, nevertheless, especially since many pundits and fans actually expect the Cubbies to do the unthinkable this season and bring a World Series title to Chicago.
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