Yesterday the Cubs hired Ivan DeJesus as a “special assistant” to Lou Piniella, a vaguely defined position that makes it hard to ascertain whether he was the best man for the job. Or whether the job even needed to be filled in the first place.

All I know is, I'm thrilled to see the Cubs getting back in touch with their late ‘70s selves, because now I can wear my Mike Vail jersey proudly, for all the world to see.