R.I.P. 2011 Chicago Cubs

After a protracted illness lasting the entire 2011 season, the Cubs were mathematically eliminated from postseason play on Tuesday night.  Elimination occurred at home, where the Cubs were surrounded by a few thousand of their closest friends.  The Cubs were preceded in elimination by the Houston Astros, and are survived by every other team in the National League.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Please Hire a General Manager Who Knows How to Build a Productive Farm System Fund.