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MESA, Arizona — It’s getting hot in the Valley of the Sun — over 90 degrees Thursday, when the average high is about 77 — and Edward Cabrera is heating up, too, getting ready for his spot in the Cubs rotation. Cabrera threw 60 pitches (43 strikes) in throwing until there were two out in […]
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Go get ‘em, Edward.
The Chicago Cubs today announced that they have removed seven players from their Spring Training roster. Left-handed pitchers Luke Little and Ryan Rolison as well as outfielder Justin Dean were all optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Additionally, right-hander Vince Velazquez, catchers Ariel Armas and Casey Opitz, and outfielder Brett Bateman were all reassigned to minor league […]
Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Mariners, Thursday 3/12, 3:05 CT First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Mariners, Thursday 3/12, 3:05 CT Cubs vs. Mariners at Mesa preview, Thursday 3/12, 3:05 CT
MESA, Arizona — Thursday notes… Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: Mariners lineup: That’s former Cub Patrick Wisdom at first base, and former Cubs prospect Brennen Davis in right field. Edward Cabrera will start for the Cubs. Emerson Hancock will start for the Mariners. Scheduled relievers were not available at posting time. No TV today. There […]
Jacob Webb is another well-traveled veteran reliever, having had stops with the Braves, Angels, Orioles, Rangers, and now the Cubs. He’s 32 years old, was drafted by Atlanta in the 18th round in 2014, and has been pretty dependable, throwing to ERAs in the threes for the most part. He walks a few more people […]
Pool play in the WBC is now over. Before we get to the wrap-ups, let’s go over what the quarterfinal matchups are and when they’ll be played. Friday: Korea at Dominican Republic in Miami. 5:30 p.m. CT. FS1. USA at Canada in Houston. 7 p.m. CT. Fox. Saturday: Puerto Rico at Italy in Houston. 2 […]
For various reasons, mostly to do with Duane’s continued poor health and the dismal state of the healthcare industry, he needs to step away from the virtual office and daily duties. And so, we are looking for a front page writer to take over Cub Tracks and Chicago Cubs/Baseball history unpacked. We are hoping that […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cubs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Cubs have clearly built this year’s team to be a strong contender, adding Alex Bregman and […]
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It’s Wednesday night here at BCB After Dark: the coolest club for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and sit with us. We’ll make room for you. There’s no cover charge. The dress code is casual. The hostess will seat you now. Bring your own beverage. BCB After […]
MESA, Arizona — Matt Halbach doubled in Scott Kingery with one out in the ninth and the Cubs had a walk-off 9-8 win over the Royals on a beautiful afternoon at Sloan Park. Those guys, of course, aren’t likely going to be playing for the Cubs this year, though Kingery might wind up at Triple-A […]
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Go get ‘em, Colin.
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — The vibes at Hiram Bithorn continue to be elite and I’ll certainly share highlights from last night’s disappointing loss to Canada. First, however, we need to spend some time on former Cub and Team USA manager Mark DeRosa, who mad a mindboggling series of decisions and missteps that has the […]
Cubs 9, Royals 8: Nico Hoerner and Pedro Ramirez homer, and the Cubs bat out of order Overflow thread: Cubs vs. Royals, Wednesday 3/11, 3:05 CT First pitch thread: Cubs vs. Royals, Wednesday 3/11, 3:05 CT Cubs vs. Royals at Mesa preview, Wednesday 3/11, 3:05 CT
MESA, Arizona — Wednesday notes… Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: Royals lineup: Colin Rea will start for the Cubs. Other Cubs pitchers scheduled today: Hunter Harvey, Caleb Thielbar, Hoby Milner and Jacob Webb. Mitch Spence will start for the Royals. Other Royals pitchers scheduled today: Matt Strahm, Mason Black and Frank Mozzicato. The Royals are […]
Apple TV announced its national baseball schedule through the end of June Wednesday, and three Cubs games will be featured on the streaming channel: Friday, April 24: at Dodgers, 9:15 p.m. CT Friday, May 22: vs. Astros at Wrigley Field, 1:20 p.m. CT Friday, June 26: at Brewers, 6:45 p.m. CT Here’s how to watch […]
Wow. What an evening in the World Baseball Classic. All of a sudden, Team USA is in real danger of not making it out of pool play for the first time ever. Pool A (San Juan): Canada 3, Puerto Rico 2 Puerto Rico had already qualified for the quarterfinals, but Canada can now knock them […]
39-year-old Caleb Thielbar defied Father Time to be effective for the Cubs in 2025 and is returning, hoping for more of the same. At some point he’s bound to run out of gas, but maybe not yet. He was 3-4, 2.64 last year, but hasn’t had that kind of result in the spring so far. […]
Three years ago, Cubs Hall of Famer Andre Dawson told the Cooperstown institution that he wanted the cap on his plaque changed. From Paul Sullivan in the Tribune: But more than 13 years after his induction, Dawson has had a change of heart. He’s taking one more gamble, asking the Hall to reconsider and change […]
Happy Wednesday everyone! While Team USA might be all smiles, it appears that there might be some drama brewing between Cal Raleigh and his Seattle Mariners teammate Randy Arozarena. After Raleigh skipped shaking hands with Arozarena following a game, Randy had some choice words for the All-Star catcher. Raleigh has since come out with his […]
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