Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant high-fives fans after being announced on the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs director of security James Reynolds prepares to move the Commissioner's Trophy from a photo op area for fans during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs World Series cookies on display during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneMila Golden, 3, of Chicago points to the exact spot on her ball where she wants pitcher Kyle Hendricks to sign at the Cubs Convention on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneA Louisville Slugger bat is made during the Cubs Convention on Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneEli Sands, 19, of Morton Grove, shows off his new Cubs tattoo as people wait in line to view the Commissioner's Trophy during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs second baseman Javier Baez high-fives fans during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneFans snack on french fries while attending the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneLaura Ricketts and Tom Ricketts talk about their World Series experiences on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneA boy takes a picture of window coverings on Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs player Kyle Schwarber high-fives fans during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKylie Jeffrey, 8, organizes baseball cards while helping her father at an exhibitors booth on Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneAutograph seekers mob Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneA Cubs fan gets dome extra sleep Sunday morning while waiting for autographs at the Cubs Convention on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo is introduced on the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneA woman views autographed baseballs for sale during the Cubs Convention on Jan. 14, 2017.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneArtist Justyn Farano finishes a painting of Kris Bryant at the booth showcasing his paintings on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs shortstop Addison Russell high-fives to fans during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneFormer Cubs catcher David Ross shows off the 2016 Commissioner's Trophy as players are announced on the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKris Bryant signs a jersey for Meredith Richards on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneA Cubs fan wears a decorated cap on Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs legend Billy Williams has a laugh with other former players during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs players Kyle Hendricks and Jason Heyward watch a video celebrating the 2016 championship during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneMelissa Higgins hands off a disposable camera while escorting her son, Declan, 3, to meet Kris Bryant on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneCole Slovnik, 7, hands Anthony Rizzo a handwritten sign asking for a trade on his Kris Bryant signing ticket for a Rizzo ticket, during the Cubs Convention on Jan. 14, 2017. Rizzo asked to keep the sign to show to Bryant.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneMelissa Higgins looks at her son, Declan, 3, as they meet Kris Bryant on Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs starting pitcher Jake Arrieta high-fives fans during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant gives an interview during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs owner Tom Ricketts talks to the crowd during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneFormer Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood is introduced during the first day of the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Jan. 13, 2017.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneA couple gets there photo taken with the World Series trophy at the Cubs Convention on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs catcher Willson Contreras high-fives fans during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs manager Joe Maddon says hello to former Cubs players during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneFormer Cubs catcher David Ross shows off the 2016 Commissioner's Trophy as players are announced on the first day of the Cubs Convention at the Sheraton Grand Chicago on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs legend Fergie Jenkins has a laugh after being introduced during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneLynn Morgan wears a custom-made hat during the Cubs Convention on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneLen Kasper, right, moderates a coaching staff panel discussion Jan. 14, 2017. Cubs manager Joe Maddon is seen on the big screen.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneCubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks signs autographs for fans at the Cubs Convention on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs third baseman Kris Bryant is mobbed by reporters during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneCaleb Hogrefe, 3, gets a fist bump from Anthony Rizzo on Jan. 14, 2017.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneIsabel Damsma, 8 of Chicago, a huge Cubs fan and baseball player, takes a short break Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017, in the lobby of the Sheraton Grand Chicago.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneThe Fitzgibbon family, including Noel, from left, Sydney, 10, and Mike, pose for a photograph with the Commissioner's Trophy on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKyle Schwarber takes a drink of water as he begins signing autographs on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKristin Kaske wears Cubs flip-flops on Jan. 14, 2017, in Chicago.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneYoung Cubs fans try to get a high-five from pitcher Kyle Hendricks during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs player Ben Zobrist high-fives fans as the 2017 Cubs are introduced on the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneSamantha Luchon holds her napping 10-month-old nephew, Declan Wotherspoon, on Jan. 14, 2017, in Chicago.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneCubs owner Tom Ricketts talks with the crowd during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Nancy Stone / Chicago TribuneCubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks signs a champagne bottle and bear uniform for fan Brad Schmidt of Jasper, Ind., on Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKyle Schwarber signs a bat on Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneWillson Contreras is introduced during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneJoe Maddon, center, finishes giving an interview for ESPN on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneLilli Planek, 9, smiles while waiting in line to meet Anthony Rizzo on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneKyle Schwarber and Anthony Rizzo greet each other Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneThe 2017 Cubs watch a retrospective video of the 2016 championship on the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneA painting of Kris Bryant is worked on during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneWillson Contreras checks out a video camera used by the son of team photographer Steve Green, not pictured, during the Cubs Convention on Jan. 14, 2017.
John J. Kim / Chicago TribuneLilli Planek, 9, giggles while having a ball signed by Anthony Rizzo on Jan. 14, 2017.
Chris Sweda / Chicago TribuneA cardboard cut-out of Abraham Lincoln wearing a Cubs hat on display during the first day of the Cubs Convention on Jan. 13, 2017.
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The Cubs have 2020 vision when it comes to hosting the All-Star Game.
President of business operations Crane Kenney said Saturday he hopes the by-then renovated Wrigley Field can host baseball’s midsummer showcase that year, but cautioned there could be some obstacles.
The biggest? Many venues that play host to the game now are relatively new parks that were publicly funded.
Kenney said the team has been hatching a plan with the mayor’s office to bring baseball commissioner Rob Manfred.
“I’m optimistic,” Kenney said. “We think an All-Star Game here would be hugely popular and do great things for our city and great television ratings for the league.”
The All-Star Game was last played in Chicago in 2003 at U.S. Cellular Field. Wrigley last hosted the event in 1990.
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