Despite plenty of ups and downs along the way, Marcus Stroman turned in a solid body of work in his first year as a member of the Chicago Cubs. The right-hander finished with a 3.50 ERA, which checked in well below the league average mark of 3.96 – and it’s not hard to see how […] What can the Cubs expect in year two from Marcus Stroman? - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - Chicago … [Read more...] about What can the Cubs expect in year two from Marcus Stroman?
Cubs shortstop Nico Hoerner snubbed as a Gold Glove finalist
Despite silencing critics and emerging as one of the elite defenders at his position this year, Chicago Cubs shortstop Nico Hoerner was not among this year’s Rawling Gold Glove finalists – prompting outrage from fans and his teammates alike. Hoerner ranked second among National League shortstops in Outs Above Average (OAA) and Defensive Runs Saved, […] Cubs shortstop Nico … [Read more...] about Cubs shortstop Nico Hoerner snubbed as a Gold Glove finalist
How William Hulbert forged the team that would become the Chicago Cubs
Extreme polarization. Economic chaos. The ever present threat of political violence. Welcome to 1876, the year the franchise eventually to be known as the Chicago Cubs came into existence. The man most responsible for this happy development was William Hulbert. With the Ricketts family’s ownership of the Cubs under fan scrutiny after a dismal 2022 […] How William Hulbert forged … [Read more...] about How William Hulbert forged the team that would become the Chicago Cubs
Cubs have plenty of options at first, including Josh Bell
With all the talk swirling in the Windy City about the Cubs’ rumored interest in longtime White Sox staple Jose Abreu, one guy who’s not getting enough attention – at least when it comes to potential Cubs free agent targets – is Josh Bell. After being packaged with Juan Soto at the deadline and landing […] Cubs have plenty of options at first, including Josh Bell - Cubbies Crib … [Read more...] about Cubs have plenty of options at first, including Josh Bell
3 reasons Cubs cut season ticket prices but can still spend big
The cost for Chicago Cubs season tickets is going to be decreasing by up to 5.1 percent for the 2023 season – an historically large drop. Being as the Cubs are about to step foot into what is projected to be a very expensive offseason, this has to be a great sign for the club […] 3 reasons Cubs cut season ticket prices but can still spend big - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - … [Read more...] about 3 reasons Cubs cut season ticket prices but can still spend big