Joe Maddon left his long time managerial job with the Tampa Bay Rays following the 2014 season. Former Red Sox GM Theo Epstein hired Maddon this past off season. During the 2015 season that hire has paid major dividends. Under Joe Maddon Tampa Bay made several playoff appearances including an American League pennant in 2008. Meanwhile the Cubs won the 2nd NL Wild Card this season. Chicago went into Pittsburgh and took on the Pirates in a one game playoff. Maddon with his unique managerial moves helped the Cubs advance to the ALDS. Wrigley Field witnessed history in Game 4 of the ALDS, it was the first playoff series clinching win at the historical venue. St. Louis who finished with the best record in baseball was sent packing by their NL Central rivals. Chicago is NLCS bound and will await the Thursday Dodgers/Mets winner for their opponent.
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