Chicago Cubs: What if players were characters from Star Wars?

Joe Maddon – Yoda

Long before Joe Maddon took over as manager of the Chicago Cubs, he’s been known for being a bit quirky. He’s practically brought a zoo into the clubhouse in both Chicago and Tampa Bay and, since coming to Wrigley, his ‘Maddonisms’ have become increasingly popular.

‘Try not to suck,’ seems a whole lot like ‘Do or do not. There is to try.’  Of course, he’s got dozens of other sayings, as well. But he’s always had a profound way of connecting with players on a deep level while leading his field in forward-thinking measures. This was another of the pairings that seemed to figure itself out pretty quickly.

As for Yoda, we see two very distinct versions of the Jedi Master. In the prequel trilogy, we’re introduced to a fierce warrior whose skill with the lightsaber is unrivaled. But in the originals, we see an aged and tired leader, hoping to pass on what he knows to a new generation of Jedi in Luke Skywalker.

The Cubs’ skipper surely falls more in the prequel realm of Yoda, but his wisdom and frankness definitely captures some of the other, as well. Remember. “Always pass on what you have learned.”