What happened to Cubs announcer Jim Deshaies?

What happened to Cubs announcer Jim Deshaies?

Broadcasting career Deshaies moved to the Chicago Cubs’ TV broadcast for the 2013–16 seasons. On January 10, 2017, the Cubs announced extensions for both Deshaies and play-by-play man Len Kasper through 2019. Deshaies remains the Cubs color commentator following the departure of Len Kasper in December 2020.

Where is Jim Deshaies from?

Massena, New York, United States
Jim Deshaies/Place of birth

How much money does Jim Deshaies make?

Jim Deshaies was last under contract in 1994, according to USA Today, with a 1 (1994) year package worth $600,000. Over the years, Deshaies earned $200,000 in 1988, $500,000 in 1989, $1.1 million in 1990, $2 million in 1991, $700,000 in 1993, and $600,000 in 1994.

Where did Jim Deshaies go to college?

Le Moyne College
Jim Deshaies/Education

Deshaies didn’t sign with Montreal in 1978, but enrolled and played baseball at Le Moyne College in Syracuse, New York.

Why is Ryan Dempster filling in for Jim Deshaies?

Former Chicago Cubs players Kerry Wood and Ryan Dempster will fill in for television color analyst Jim “JD” Deshaies over the weekend. Deshaies will not being able to cover the following two games because he will be in attendance for the graduation of his daughter Kelly.

How old is Taylor McGregor?

Even though Taylor is only 20 years old, she is already reaching Instagram fame with almost 45,000 followers on the social media app. The McGregor clan has jumped into its most prestigious member’s success bandwagon and has been enjoying the ride so far.

How do I sign up for Marquee Sports Network?

You can watch Marquee Sports Network through fuboTV online or on your TV using a supported streaming device like a Roku or Fire TV Stick. Like cable, Marquee Sports Network is only available through fuboTV if you live in the Chicago TV market.

Does Kerry Wood still play baseball?

Kerry Lee Wood (born June 16, 1977) is an American former baseball pitcher who played 14 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Chicago Cubs, Cleveland Indians, and New York Yankees. After a slow start to the 2012 season, Wood retired on May 18, 2012.

Who is the highest paid MLB announcer?

Tony Romo is now TV’s highest-paid broadcaster, and he’s worth it. He will reportedly sign a $17 million/year deal with CBS to remain at the network.

When did Jim Deshaies sign with the Oakland Athletics?

The New York Yankees sent Neder Horta (minors) (September 24, 1985) and Dody Rather (minors) (January 11, 1986) to the Houston Astros to complete the trade. October 28, 1991: Granted Free Agency. January 27, 1992: Signed as a Free Agent with the Oakland Athletics. March 23, 1992: Released by the Oakland Athletics.

When was Jim Deshaies drafted to the Yankees?

June 6, 1978: Drafted by the Montreal Expos in the 13th round of the 1978 amateur draft, but did not sign. June 7, 1982: Drafted by the New York Yankees in the 21st round of the 1982 amateur draft. September 15, 1985: Traded by the New York Yankees with players to be named later to the Houston Astros for Joe Niekro.

When did Jim Deshaies join the Minnesota Twins?

December 9, 1992: Signed as a Free Agent with the Minnesota Twins. August 28, 1993: Traded by the Minnesota Twins to the San Francisco Giants for a player to be named later, Andres Duncan (minors) and Aaron Fultz. The San Francisco Giants sent Greg Brummett (September 1, 1993) to the Minnesota Twins to complete the trade.