"Craig Counsell's Surprising Moves: Departure, Hiring, and Upgrades in the MLB"

Milwaukee Brewers owner Mark Attanasio expressed surprise but not betrayal over Craig Counsell's departure to become the manager of the Chicago Cubs. Counsell, who spent 17 years with the Brewers as a player, executive, and manager, signed a five-year, $40 million deal with the Cubs. Attanasio stated that the Brewers had previously offered Counsell a contract to make him the highest-paid manager in baseball but respected his decision to explore other opportunities. The Brewers will now search for a new manager while keeping Counsell's coaching staff intact.