Catcher Welington Castillo talks with Giovani Rocha, 6, during the Cubs Convention on Friday.
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Cubs pitcher Carlos Marmol signs autographs for fans during the Cubs Convention on Friday in Chicago.
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Former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood waves to fans during the Cubs Convention Friday in Chicago.
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The Cubs changed locations for their annual fan convention, which kicked off Friday and runs through the weekend. There's always optimism among the fans, but the players seemed to feel something different about this year. "I'm excited, really, about this team, to tell you the truth," said pitcher Jeff Samardzija.Latest Galleries
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