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The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a minor-league deal with right-hander Corbin Martin, another intriguing arm with a ton of potential upside. … [Read more...] about Cubs snag a power arm with eye-popping stuff hoping to help him put it all together

A 49-year-old woman remained in critical condition Monday after being struck by a car while crossing 159th Street Thursday night, an Orland Park spokesperson said Monday. The spokesperson said rainy weather caused low visibility, and the woman was struck by a vehicle being driven by a 39-year-old man near the intersection of 159th Street and 94th Avenue. Police did not name the … [Read more...] about Woman critically injured after struck by car on 159th Street in Orland Park

Former big league right-hander Dave Giusti has passed away, the Pirates announced this morning. He was 86 years old. “We are saddened by the loss of such a beloved member of the Pirates family,” Pirates chairman Bob Nutting said in this morning’s press release. “He was a vital member of our World Series winning team in 1971 and spent seven of his 15 big-league seasons with the … [Read more...] about Dave Giusti Passes Away

Alex Bregman's arrival doesn't exactly rule out the Chicago Cubs trading Nico Hoerner, but it remains highly unlikely. … [Read more...] about Cubs are probably keeping Nico Hoerner after Alex Bregman signing (but won’t hang up)

Kaneland takes over the top spot, while Metea Valley and West Aurora enter the rankings. Top 10 With records through Sunday and previous rankings in parentheses. 1. Kaneland 16-0 (2) Evan Frieders scores 13 points as Knights pass toughest league test in 65-56 win at Sycamore. 2. Geneva 13-3 (3) David Udoiwod tallies 32 points in first career start to lead Vikings past Wheaton … [Read more...] about Rick Armstrong’s high school boys basketball rankings and player of the week for the Aurora-Elgin area