We knew that Theo Epstein would take a year away from running an MLB team after departing the Cubs, but we hoped he would stay involved in the sport somehow. Yeah, we’ve talked about him being the Commissioner in a future life, but that probably wasn’t going to happen any time soon. So instead, he’s doing the next best thing: As first reported by @MLBBruceLevine, Former #Cubs President Theo Epstein is joining MLB front office. pic.twitter.com/5nNZeefSgd Perfect. Just perfect. Epstein has been a leader in the game for nearly two decades, and always struck me as more than just a guy who knows how to lead one team’s baseball operations department. The guy just gets leadership, and gets baseball. Not only do you just want a bright baseball mind like Epstein’s helping shape the game, but it’s those on-field matters where he could really shine.