When you're at the 2012 Cubs Convention at the Hilton Chicago, be sure to stop by and see the following WGN Radio events. Schedule subject to change.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2012
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The Garry Meier Show
Continental Ballroom
Garry Meier kicks off the 2012 Cubs Convention with a live broadcast, including
coverage of the Opening Ceremonies at 5 p.m. Scheduled guests include Cubs radio
broadcaster Keith Moreland at 3:38 p.m. and Cubs Executive Vice President, Chief
Sales & Marketing Officer Wally Hayward at 6:08 p.m.
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. WGN Sports Night
Continental Ballroom
Don't miss the live broadcast of "WGN Sports Night" as Andrea Darlas,
Brian Noonan and Dave Kaplan from WGN Radio return to the Cubs Convention and
talk with some of the most popular Cubs of the weekend. From the front office
to the clubhouse. . . this is your chance to hear directly from some of the
key players in the Cubs organization and find out what they're looking forward
to in 2012. Get there early to secure your seat!
7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. Tom Ricketts, Theo Epstein, Jed Hoyer
8:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Dale Sveum, Chris Bosio, Rudy Jaramillo
8:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Bob Brenly, Todd Hollandsworth, Bill Buckner
SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2012
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Meet Cubs Baseball Management
Continental Ballroom
There's a new baseball philosophy in place on the Northside of Chicago and new
men leading the way. Join WGN Radio's Dave Eanet as he introduces you to Executive
Vice President/General Manager Jed Hoyer and Manager Dale Sveum, and welcomes
back Assistant General Manager Randy Bush. Find out what we can expect from
the Cubs in 2012 and where they see the organization heading in the years ahead.
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. From the Field to the Booth
International Ballroom
Baseball is a tough game. It takes special talent to play it… and to call
it. It’s common for players to head into broadcasting when their playing
days are over, but what advantages do they bring from the field to the booth?
Host Dave Otto talks with Bob Brenly, Todd Hollandsworth, Gary Matthews, Rick
Monday, Keith Moreland and Rick Sutcliffe about taking the player perspective
to the broadcast booth.
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Ron Santo: Beyond the Game
Grand Ballroom
We’ve all heard the stories about Ron Santo as a player and a
broadcaster, but what was Ron like as a husband, a dad, a friend? He was a hero
to millions and his memory will live on in the hearts of all Cubs fans. Help
celebrate a long overdue honor – his entry into the Hall of Fame –
as his widow Vicki Santo, son Ron Santo Jr. and friends and teammates Glenn
Beckert, Randy Hundley and Billy Williams share some of their personal memories
and stories of Ronnie with the fans that he loved so dearly. Hosted by Pat Hughes.
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 pm Outside the Foul Lines
Continental Ballroom
You know their positions, numbers and stats, but what about their favorite hang-outs
in Chicago or favorite movies? Get to know the personalities and experiences
beyond the game with some of your favorite Cubs, including Ryan Dempster, Geovany
Soto, Randy Wells and Tony Campana. Hosted by WGN Radio's Garry Meier and Bill
Leff.
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. When Super Fans Unite
Continental Ballroom
If you consider yourself a die-hard Cubs fan, you won't want to miss this session.
For the first time ever, the full hour will be devoted to the fans and YOUR
questions! WGN Radio morning man Jonathon Brandmeier and news anchor Steve Bertrand
will navigate the crowd and help you get the answers to your most burning Cubs
questions from some of your favorite players from the legendary '84 team, including
Rick Sutcliffe, Gary Matthews, Keith Moreland and Lee Smith.
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. WGN Radio's Sports Central
Continental Ballroom
WGN Radio's Jim Memolo and Glen Kozlowski bring their Sports Central show to
the Hilton Chicago for another live broadcast with some of your favorite Cubs.
They're covering all the bases with current players, former players, young Cubs
and new Cubs, so don't miss any of the fun!
4:00 - 4:30 David DeJesus, Ian Stewart, Travis Wood, Chris Volstad
4:30 - 5:00 Welington Castillo, Steve Clevenger
5:00 - 5:30 Chris Carpenter, Casey Coleman, James Russell
5:30 - 6:00 Mike Bielecki, Vance Law, Dwight Smith