Bryan O'Donnell

After graduating from Purdue, O'Donnell entered the publishing industry and now works as a copy editor for a nonprofit. When not watching, reading about, or writing about baseball, he's most likely over-analyzing music or current TV shows. He has a soft spot in his heart for both the beaches of Alabama and the mountains of Colorado. You may not know it to look at him, but he can run really, really fast. Follow him on Twitter at @bodonnell14.

Bryan O'DonnellMarch 19, 2015

The Rundown: Bryant at DH Today in B Game, Maddon Stresses Patience; Szczur Day-To-Day; Beeler Feeling Better

Tonight’s Cubs game against the Diamondbacks will be shown commercial-free on Comcast Sports Net (8:30 p.m. Central). I’m really looking…
Read More »
Bryan O'DonnellMarch 18, 2015

The Rundown: Could Cubs Carry 3 Catchers? 2-Hole a ‘Mystery’, Bryant Hopes to Return to Field Thursday

In yesterday’s post, I wrote that I’m fairly certain catcher Welington Castillo will be traded by Opening Day. Coincidentally, before…
Read More »
Bryan O'DonnellMarch 17, 2015

The Rundown: Lester Struggles, Cubs Cut Roster Down to 53

Jon Lester had his first rough outing with the Cubs yesterday in the 7-0 loss against the Padres. And even…
Read More »
Bryan O'DonnellMarch 14, 2015

The Rundown: Addison Russell’s Strong Spring Continues, La Stella With 3 Hits, Wada Leaves Start

Because of work and other scheduling issues, last night’s 5-3 win against the A’s was the first spring game I’ve…
Read More »
Cubs Minor League & Prospect News

Bryan O'DonnellMarch 13, 2015

The Rundown: Bryant Homers Twice, Russell Collects 3 Hits, Who Will Step Up for 5th Starter Spot?

Yesterday was more of a laid-back, fun day in Spring Training, with Will Ferrell stealing the show, playing first base…
Read More »
Bryan O'DonnellMarch 12, 2015

The Rundown: Lester Solid in First Spring Win, Will Ferrell to Play for Cubs Today

Everybody can finally relax. The Cubs picked up their first win of Spring Training, as they defeated the Dodgers 4-3…
Read More »
Bryan O'DonnellMarch 11, 2015

The Rundown: Soler, Baez, Bryant Go Back-To-Back-To-Back; Jacob Turner Likely to Start Year on DL

A little less than a week into Spring Training, and we’ve already had a bunch of great moments: Kyle Schwarber’s…
Read More »
Bryan O'DonnellMarch 10, 2015

The Rundown: Edwin Jackson Struggles, Olt and Montero Homer, Edwards Sharp

Even though he was probably a long shot to grab the Cubs’ fifth starter spot, Edwin Jackson did not help…
Read More »
Cubs News, Rumors & Analysis

Bryan O'DonnellMarch 8, 2015

The Rundown: Kris Bryant Homers But Cubs Lose, Rizzo Remains in 2-Hole

The Cubs haven’t won a Spring Training game yet, but Cubs fans have some things to be excited about. On…
Read More »
Bryan O'DonnellMarch 7, 2015

The Rundown: Lester Strong in First Start, Hoyer Speaks

The Cubs’ Opening Day starter looked the part yesterday. In his first Spring Training start, newly acquired ace Jon Lester…
Read More »