Bleacher Report · Nov 6, 2023
Cubs Hire Craig Counsell as Manager on Reported Record Contract; David Ross Fired
The Chicago Cubs responded to their September collapse by firing David Ross and hiring former Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell.
Jesse Rogers @JesseRogersESPN...First as a player and then as a manager, David continually showcased his ability to lead. David's legacy will be felt in Chicago for generations and his impact to our organization will stack up with the legends that came before him."
The move was first reported by The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal and ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Rosenthal reported that the Cubs gave Counsell a five-year deal worth more than $40 million. The deal will make Counsell the highest-paid manager in MLB history, per Passan.