Bruce Levine, a longtime baseball reporter for the Chicago Cubs’ Marquee Sports Network and co‑host of The Score’s ‘Inside the Clubhouse,’ inadvertently shared a private X message that was seen by thousands of followers.
A Mis‑directed Message
The message, intended for a member of the Cubs coaching staff, used the playful monikers ‘twinkle dee’ and ‘twinkle dum’ to refer to Cubs president Jed Hoyer and general manager Carter Hawkins.
Levine quickly removed the post and issued an apology, which Hoyer and Hawkins publicly accepted, ending the brief online flare‑up.
Apology Accepted
Both Hoyer and Hawkins responded positively to Levine’s apology, emphasizing that the incident was a simple mistake and that they appreciated his professionalism.
Levine is a constant presence at Wrigley Field, often sitting beside Hoyer and Hawkins during media scrums, and his weekly ‘Inside the Clubhouse’ segment has become a staple for Cubs fans.
The episode underscores the tight‑knit nature of the Cubs’ front office and the close working relationships among its staff, while also highlighting the risks of private communications becoming public in the digital age.