In news that feels like it’s at least five years old, the Cubs have reportedly agreed to a minor league deal with 35-year-old righty Dan Straily. That comes via Craig Mish of the Miami Herald, who tweeted that the split deal is done pending a physical. Cubs fans may remember Straily for his brief stint with the team back in 2014, when he put up an 11.85 ERA over seven games … [Read more...] about Uh, Seriously? Cubs Reportedly Agree to Minors Deal with Dan Straily
Pete Crow-Armstrong Absolutely Destroyed His First Big-League Home Run Today (Video)
There’s been concern voiced about Pete Crow-Armstrong from some pundits who haven’t been impressed with his inability to get a hit in his first 14 at-bats. And yes, that should be a joke but it’s not. It’s true, PCA has some work to do before we can anoint him as the next big thing in Chicago, but if the home run he hit today is an indication of what’s to come, watch out. This … [Read more...] about Pete Crow-Armstrong Absolutely Destroyed His First Big-League Home Run Today (Video)
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (4/25/24): Cubs 3, Astros 1 – PCA Powers Cubs to Sweep
The Cubs went into this one with a chance to complete a three-game sweep of the Astros at a sunny and breezy Wrigley Field Thursday afternoon. Chicago received another outstanding starting pitching effort and one big swing from top prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong turned out to be the deciding factor in a low-scoring victory. Javier Assad had his only issue right out of the gate … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (4/25/24): Cubs 3, Astros 1 – PCA Powers Cubs to Sweep
Cody Bellinger to IL with Fractured Ribs, Pete Crow-Armstrong Recalled
As Craig Counsell shared with 670 The Score’s Parkins & Spiegel Show Wednesday afternoon, Cody Bellinger suffered two fractured ribs while crashing into the wall attempting to make a play Tuesday night. Initial x-rays were negative, but a subsequent CT scan revealed the fractures. Bellinger will be placed on the IL while he heals and the Cubs will recall Pete Crow-Armstrong … [Read more...] about Cody Bellinger to IL with Fractured Ribs, Pete Crow-Armstrong Recalled
Chicago Cubs Lineup (4/24/24): Tauchman in CF, Mervis DH, Taillon Pitching
The Cubs cruised to a win in the series opener against their former NL Central opponents from Houston to set themselves up nicely for the second game. Another victory could move the Cubs into first place in the division depending on what happens between the Brewers and Pirates, though it’s still too early for the standings to matter much. Everything will work out if they keep … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Lineup (4/24/24): Tauchman in CF, Mervis DH, Taillon Pitching