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Dylan Cease pitched six strong innings for the Padres, allowing only two hits and no earned runs.

Jurickson Profar made crucial contributions with a go-ahead double and a two-run homer among his three hits. [ more ]

Dylan Cease pitched a career gem against the Cubs, throwing 7 scoreless innings with 12 strikeouts. [ more ]

The Cubs are close to welcoming back key players Justin Steele, Cody Bellinger, and Seiya Suzuki after dealing with injuries, which should boost the team's performance. [ more ]

The Chicago Cubs are looking to improve their bullpen by potentially trading for Chicago White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech, who transitioned from a starter to a reliever. [ more ]

Seiya Suzuki's rehab progress is pivotal for Cubs' lineup. [ more ]

Garrett Cooper traded to Red Sox after being DFA'd by Cubs. [ more ]

The Cubs continued their winning streak from sweeping the Astros by defeating the Red Sox 7-1, led by pitcher Shota Imanaga's dominant performance. [ more ]

Left-hander Justin Steele set to join Cubs' Triple-A affiliate for rehab assignment, aiming to return to rotation soon. [ more ]

The Yankees squandered opportunities leading to a 3-1 loss to the Athletics, while the Astros continue to struggle with their offense.

The Cubs held the Astros to one run, with rookie Pete Crow-Armstrong making a significant impact with a two-run homer. [ more ]

The Cubs signed Dan Straily to a minor league contract. [ more ]

Michael Busch transitioned from the Dodgers to the Cubs, flourishing in a new environment with increased playing time and proving himself as a top rookie candidate. [ more ]

Michael Busch's trade from the Dodgers to the Cubs led to a new opportunity where he showcased his talents with motivation from the trade. [ more ]

Shohei Ohtani visited historic Wrigley Field for the first time in his MLB career during the Dodgers' road trip.

Despite less-than-ideal weather, Ohtani showcased significant productivity in the series, finding his timing and hitting his first homer of the season. [ more ]

Freeman struggles at the plate and defensively leading to Dodgers' loss.

Dodgers suffer their first series loss of the season against the Cubs. [ more ]

Tarik Skubal shines in Detroit Tigers win over Tampa Bay Rays [ more ]

Cody Bellinger, Alexander Canario, and Michael Busch's contributions led the Chicago Cubs to a 5-3 win against the Miami Marlins. [ more ]

Ken Holtzman, a prominent pitcher for the Chicago Cubs and Oakland A's, passed away at 78 due to health complications. [ more ]

Jorge Alfaro released by Cubs

Alfaro's career trajectory and struggles [ more ]

Jameson Taillon returns to the Cubs rotation after an injury and struggles, aiming to replicate his strong second-half performance from last season. [ more ]

Former MLB pitcher Ken Holtzman passed away at the age of 78. Holtzman had a successful career with the Cubs and the Athletics, winning multiple World Series titles. [ more ]

The NL Central is highly competitive, with unexpected contenders leading the division. Cubs face challenges but aim for playoffs with pitching reinforcements. [ more ]

Cubs and White Sox face challenges after recent losses; Alzolay and Kopech crucial for their teams in late-inning situations. [ more ]

The Chicago Cubs are in need of an impact relief pitcher due to early bullpen struggles.

The Chicago White Sox may be willing to sell at the Trade Deadline, offering Michael Kopech as an intriguing option for the Cubs. [ more ]

Dodgers faced multiple errors leading to runs in a challenging game.

Pitcher Yarbrough's performance was crucial in minimizing damage and preserving the bullpen. [ more ]

Jason Heyward's impact on youth baseball in Chicago is significant.

The Jason Heyward Baseball Academy provides sports training and leadership programs for local kids. [ more ]

Yoshinobu Yamamoto secured his first MLB win in a 4-1 victory over the Cubs.

Dodgers' offense struggled initially but eventually broke through with three runs in the fifth inning. [ more ]

The Dodgers had their winning streak snapped due to pitching struggles and impressive defense by the Cubs.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto showed improvement in his last start, but the Dodgers have yet to win when he starts. [ more ]

Yoshinobu Yamamoto starting his first road game at Wrigley Field in MLB.

Yamamoto excited to face other Japanese players on the Cubs roster. [ more ]

Dodgers started road trip with a lead but lost to Cubs 6-2

Pitcher Bobby Miller had a strong start but struggled in the 2nd inning. [ more ]

Los Angeles Dodgers lose 9-7 against Chicago Cubs in first road game of 2024 season.

Bobby Miller starts strong but struggles, while Teoscar Hernández shines with 12 RBIs in the season. [ more ]

Dodgers had a successful start to the season with a 7-2 record.

Cubs won four consecutive games, tying with the Dodgers for the longest active win streak. [ more ]

Bobby Miller had a rough game against his favorite childhood team, the Chicago Cubs, after a strong start.

Despite early excitement, Miller struggled in the second inning, giving up multiple runs and getting pulled from the game. [ more ]

Close games for Chicago White Sox early in the season

Cubs focusing on approach rather than early results [ more ]

White Sox offer a better pregame experience than the Cubs, according to Bookies.com's algorithm.

Bookies.com ranks the Cubs with the third-worst pregame experience in all of baseball for the 2024 season. [ more ]

The Chicago Cubs are hoping to play their Wednesday night matchup after a strong homestand.

Luke Little will make franchise history as one of the tallest starting pitchers in Chicago Cubs' history at 6-foot-8. [ more ]

Chicago Cubs' top prospect Eloy Jimenez was expected to be the next superstar but has faced health issues.

Eloy Jimenez has struggled with injuries, impacting his performance and preventing him from reaching his full potential. [ more ]

Chicago Cubs made strategic player signings below the first competitive balance tax threshold.

Key player acquisitions include Cody Bellinger, Shota Imanaga, and Hector Neris.

The surprise hiring of Craig Counsell as manager set a new MLB contract record for that role. [ more ]

Justin Steele is expected to miss the entire month of April with a hamstring strain.

Steele's absence is a significant blow to the Cubs aiming for a postseason return in a competitive NL Central. [ more ]

Justin Steele left Opening Day due to left hamstring tightness, will undergo MRI for further assessment.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell mentioned Steele might go on the injured list, but the timeline is uncertain for his return. [ more ]

Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs open their 2024 seasons with finalized rosters.

Both teams have a 26-man roster with a mix of pitchers, catchers, infielders, and outfielders. [ more ]

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto, boosting their international brand.

The Dodgers are expected to open the 2025 season in Tokyo, possibly against the Chicago Cubs. [ more ]

Edwards Jr. is opting out of his minor league deal with the Cubs due to not being added to the 40-man roster.

Despite performance struggles in recent years, Edwards had a career resurgence with the Nationals in 2022. [ more ]

Garrett Cooper makes Cubs Opening Day roster without being on the 40-man roster

Contract rules allow Cooper to opt out and secure a spot with limited Spring Training performance. [ more ]

Fans can watch Cubs and White Sox home games on the same day by taking the CTA's Red Line.

There are three opportunities during the season for fans to attend games for both teams on the same day. [ more ]

Baseball teams offer free swag during promotional days

Themed giveaways included in the schedule [ more ]

Jameson Taillon may not be ready for Opening Day due to back issues.

The Chicago Cubs have internal options to replace Taillon in their rotation. [ more ]

Mike Tauchman secures spot on Cubs team for 2024 season, allowing him to focus on preparation rather than competing for a roster spot.

Tauchman's performance in 2023 earned him a solid position on the team, with above-average batting and strong defensive ratings in center field. [ more ]

The Chicago Cubs considered trading for Dylan Cease but signed Shota Imanaga instead.

St. Louis Cardinals might be a potential landing spot for Cease based on speculations. [ more ]

The Cubs are less likely to pursue Matt Chapman after signing Cody Bellinger.

Internal candidates like Nick Madrigal and Patrick Wisdom are being considered for the third base position by the Cubs. [ more ]

Cody Bellinger signed a $80 million, three-year contract with the Chicago Cubs.

Bellinger's contract includes player options for 2025 and 2026, along with additional perks like a hotel suite on road trips. [ more ]

The Cubs signed Cody Bellinger to a three-year, $80MM deal with opt-outs.

The Cubs may not add Ryne Stanek to the bullpen due to financial concerns and lack of roster flexibility. [ more ]