The World Series may delay an official announcement by the Cubs that Theo Epstein has been named their new general manager. Major League Baseball discourages teams from announcements during the World Series, but made an exception for the Cubs in 2009 so the team could announce a change of ownership. One week ago, reports surfaced that the Cubs and Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein had agreed in principle to a five-year deal. However, Epstein has one year left on his contract, and the two teams have been discussing compensation.