"Lee Elia unleashed a 3 minute plus rant that included 46 F bombs that was captured by the legendary Les Grobstein on his trusty tape recorder. This one goes out to the 15 percent nickel and dime #Cubs fans!"
"That year's team would go on to bottom out right around 6-17, before posting a winning record the rest of the way."
"The 1984 team obviously went on to have substantial success (albeit under a new manager). So maybe the rant worked?"
On April 29, 1983, Cubs manager Lee Elia expressed his frustration over the team's 5-14 start and perceived lack of fan support in a famous rant. This rant, recorded by Les Grobstein, included 46 F-bombs and has become legendary among Cubs fans. The 1983 season began poorly, with the team at 6-17, but they eventually turned it around to finish with a winning record. The following year, the Cubs achieved significant success under a new manager, suggesting the impact of Elia's passionate outburst.
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