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Cubs 5, Royals 0: Dansby Swanson finally has himself a game
Allan Henry-USA TODAY Sports Spring results are meaningless — but it was sure nice to see the Cubs shortstop have a big day. Figures, right? I had to miss the last three Cubs spring games at Sloan Park this year and I’ve been dying to see a sub two-hour game and... Sunday’s 5-0 Cubs win over the Royals was just that, completed in a snappy one hour, 57 minutes. This was … [Read more...] about Cubs 5, Royals 0: Dansby Swanson finally has himself a game
Do-it-all Dansby puts on ‘unbelievable’ performance
Chicago Cubs and White Sox name their Opening Day starters
The Chicago Cubs and White Sox have named this year’s starters for their respective Opening Day matchups. Marcus Stroman will toe the rubber for the Cubs against the Milwaukee Brewers in front of the Wrigley Crowd, while Dylan Cease will get the start for the White Sox in Houston as they take on the defending […] Chicago Cubs and White Sox name their Opening Day starters - Da … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs and White Sox name their Opening Day starters
A ‘hard time’ from manager David Ross ignited a big day for Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson
Dansby Swanson's spring for the Chicago Cubs hasn't been one to write home about, but his home run Sunday may have gotten him back on track. … [Read more...] about A ‘hard time’ from manager David Ross ignited a big day for Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson
Column: Colder weather is in the forecast for the Chicago Cubs — but new players are eager for their 1st Wrigley Field outing
The Cubs played six weeks of spring training baseball in unseasonably cool Arizona weather. Will it prepare them for the Chicago weather on opening day? … [Read more...] about Column: Colder weather is in the forecast for the Chicago Cubs — but new players are eager for their 1st Wrigley Field outing
Mariners Return Rule 5 Pick Chris Clarke To Cubs
Right-hander Chris Clarke is officially once again part of the Cubs organization, as the Mariners returned the Rule 5 Draft selection to Chicago. (Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune was among those to report the news.) The Mariners took Clarke with the 22nd pick of last December’s R5, taking the opportunity to get a closer look at the 24-year-old in action. Clarke was a … [Read more...] about Mariners Return Rule 5 Pick Chris Clarke To Cubs
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (3/24/23): Cubs 5, Rangers 3 – Stroman Sharp in Last Spring Start
The Texas Rangers came to Sloan Park in the first game of split-squad action for the Cubs Friday. Chicago got a great outing from their top starter and a surprising contribution out of a player from minor-league camp to pull out a win. Marcus Stroman made his final start before opening the regular season Thursday against the Brewers. The diminutive hurler appeared to be ready … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (3/24/23): Cubs 5, Rangers 3 – Stroman Sharp in Last Spring Start
Chicago Cubs Lineup (3/25/23): Hoerner Leads Off, Ríos at 1B, Elias Starting
Update: New tires being installed now, let’s just hope Hoerner’s arm gets better quickly. He has been scratched again due to left biceps tightness, but the Cubs say it’s just precautionary. Here’s the new lineup… Today’s Cubs 9… Madrigal 3BRíos 1B Wisdom LFGomes CTauchman CFMorel RFMastrobuoni SSMcKinstry 2B Murray DH —————SP: Elías – P Note: Hoerner scratched with left biceps … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs Lineup (3/25/23): Hoerner Leads Off, Ríos at 1B, Elias Starting