Chicago Cubs
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Perfect timing: Fans return to Cubs Convention as competitive window reopens
Jan 13, 2023 9:34 PM - The Cubs Convention returned to the Sheraton Grand Chicago Friday and fans welcomed back an improved team that is primed to end a two-year losing streak. -
Cubs Convention returns this weekend with fired-up Swanson, Taillon
Jan 12, 2023 6:42 PM - Cubs Convention begins Friday at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. -
Former Cub reliever Bill "Soup" Campbell dies at 74
Jan 6, 2023 10:11 PM - Former Cubs reliever Bill "Soup" Campbell died on Friday after a long battle with cancer, at age 74. He was part of Dallas Green's Cubs rebuild and eventually was packaged in a trade helped the Cubs fit the final pieces of the NL East championship puzzle in 1984. -
Looking ahead: What's on the horizon in 2023 for Chicago sports teams
Jan 5, 2023 3:58 PM - 2022 was a mostly forgettable year for Chicago sports squads. But a new year brings new hope: a draft pick who's a game-changer, a big free-agent acquisition, perhaps a couple of deep playoff runs? Here's how our sports writers see 2023 playing out. -
Cubs reportedly ink Hosmer to one-year deal
Jan 4, 2023 6:27 PM - On Wednesday, the Cubs reportedly signed 33-year-old Eric Hosmer to a one-year contract. Still a solid defensive first baseman and a four-time Gold Glove winner, Hosmer's offensive production has slipped in recent years. -
After a monster minor-league season, is Mervis ready to do damage for Cubs?
Jan 2, 2023 4:41 PM - Matt Mervis came from out of nowhere last season, leading all minor-league hitters with 119 RBI while tying for third with 36 home runs. When the 2023 season opens, the 24-year-old first baseman has a good chance of being in the Cubs' starting lineup. -
McGraw: Can Cubs succeed with 'intelligent spending' plan when blizzard of cash is falling in MLB?
Dec 25, 2022 5:17 PM - While Cubs president Jed Hoyer outlined a plan of interlligent spending, teams like the New York Mets emptied the vault to sign free agents. Can the Cubs' plan succeed when when spending is so prevalent in MLB? -
Cubs add left-handed pitcher Kay, designate infielder Rivas for assignmentDec 23, 2022 5:12 PM - The Chicago Cubs today claimed left-handed pitcher Anthony Kay off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays. To make room on the 40-man roster, infielder Alfonso Rivas has been designated for assignment.
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Cubs agree to deals with veteran catcher Barnhart, returning pitcher Smyly
Dec 22, 2022 6:21 PM - The Cubs are closing in on a deal with veteran catcher Tucker Barnhart, according to multiple sources. The longtime Cincinnati Reds backstop is expected to split time with Yan Gomes in 2023. The Cubs also have a deal to bring basck pitcher Drew Smyly. -
Have the Cubs made a philosophical shift in team-building?
Dec 22, 2022 3:33 PM - Based on last year's draft and the free-agent addition of shortstop Dansby Swanson, the Cubs seem to be emphasizing pitching and defense over filling the lineup with home-run hitters. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer shared his thoughts on the team's direction Wednesday.
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