David Ross Itching to Put Stamp on a Team, Looking for Right Opportunity

People talked about David Ross as a future manager when he was still playing, so it’s only natural that speculation of his return would continue as he’s remained close to the game in retirement. And since Ross cemented his cult hero status as a member of the Cubs’ World Series team by hitting a homer in the final at-bat of his career, he’s constantly being tied to the job that figures to open up at the conclusion of Joe Maddon’s contract.

It doesn’t hurt that Ross also works with the Cubs as a special advisor, specifically by instructing Willson Contreras and the other catchers during spring training. Oh, then there’s the part where Theo Epstein openly lamented the leadership void created…