Craig Counsell Leaves Milwaukee Brewers to Manage Chicago Cubs with Record $40 Million Deal

Counsell's decision adds to Wisconsin sports fans' woes following Aaron Rodgers' move; Brewers actively searching for a replacement manager.

Craig Counsell, formerly the manager of the Milwaukee Brewers, has made a record-breaking $40 million deal to manage the Chicago Cubs for the next five years.
Counsell's departure was met with disappointment and frustration by Brewers fans, with some expressing a sense of betrayal as Counsell is moving to manage a division rival.
During his tenure with the Brewers, Counsell has built up a strong clubhouse culture and led the team to five playoff appearances in the last six years, making him the Brewers' longest-tenured manager and their winningest one.
Brewers’ principal owner, Mark Attanasio, expressed his wish to find a new manager who can maintain the winning momentum and clubhouse culture that Counsell cultivated.
A list of potential replacements for Counsell has been compiled and interviews have started; candidates include Joe Espada, Don Mattingly, Clayton McCullough, Troy Snitker, Andy Green, and David Ross among others.