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Can Cubs use quantity to create quality bullpen?Feb 17, 2025 8:37 pm - The Cubs missed on a couple free-agent relievers and settled for consolation prizes. So it’s natural to ask if there’s enough in the bullpen to make a strong playoff run.
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White Sox claim RHP Owen White off waivers from the YankeesFeb 17, 2025 6:09 pm - GLENDALE, Ariz. — The Chicago White Sox claimed Owen White off waivers from the New York Yankees on Monday, giving the well-traveled pitcher another new home. White was s...
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Matt Shaw is looking to win third base job with the Cubs in spring trainingFeb 15, 2025 6:25 pm - Matt Shaw is the favorite to start at third base for the Cubs on opening day after Alex Bregman signed with the Boston Red Sox in free agency. The Cubs were in the mix for the two-time All-Star before he agreed to his contract with the Red Sox. Shaw was slowed by a left oblique issue when the Cubs held their first full-squad workout of spring training.
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White Sox have a promising group of young catchers as they continue to rebuildFeb 15, 2025 6:08 pm - When it comes to the catchers for the White Sox, Korey Lee sees a common thread. Lee says, "We got a lot of hard workers." Making their way through a painful rebuilding process, the White Sox have accumulated an impressive group of young catchers that could form the foundation of the team in the future.
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Former White Sox All-Star, World Series champion Bobby Jenks undergoing stomach cancer treatmentFeb 15, 2025 5:38 pm - Former Chicago White Sox closer Bobby Jenks is being treated for stomach cancer. The two-time All-Star closer and World Series champion shared his condition from a Portugal hospital bed in an interview with MLB.com on Saturday. The White Sox later sent their best wishes via social media. The 43-year-old Jenks says he's planning to recover well enough to return for a second season as manager of the minor-league Windy City Thunderbolts in Southwest suburban Crestwood.
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Hoyer: Cubs would have gone over budget to sign Bregman, but he chose Red SoxFeb 13, 2025 5:43 pm - Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer met with reporters in Arizona on Thursday to discuss the team missing out on free agent Alex Bregman. Is the Cubs’ payroll budget where it needs to be?
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Cubs miss out as Alex Bregman, Red Sox agree to $120 million, 3-year contract, AP source saysFeb 12, 2025 10:25 pm - Alex Bregman and the Boston Red Sox have agreed to a $120 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the deal tells The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the agreement was subject to a successful physical.
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Baseball welcomes another season, with most pitchers and catchers reporting WednesdayFeb 12, 2025 7:50 pm - There's a new No. 2 in the New York Yankees' rotation behind Gerrit Cole. A familiar face is getting a fresh start leading the Cincinnati Reds. Meanwhile, Shohei Ohtani & Co. are preparing title defense.
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White Sox and CF Michael A. Taylor agree to $1.95M, 1-year contractFeb 12, 2025 2:53 pm - Center fielder Michael A. Taylor and the Chicago White Sox have agreed to a $1.95 million, one-year contract. Taylor spent last season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, batting .193 with five home runs, 21 RBIs and a .543 OPS in 113 games. He struck out 105 times in 269 at-bats. Taylor, who turns 34 next month, provides another option in center field for the rebuilding White Sox if they decide to trade Luis Robert Jr. Or, the team could use Taylor to spell Roberts in an effort to keep him healthy. Taylor won a Gold Glove in 2021 with the Kansas City Royals.
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White Sox and CF Michael A. Taylor agree to $1.95M, 1-year contract, AP source saysFeb 11, 2025 9:40 pm - Center fielder Michael A. Taylor and the Chicago White Sox have agreed to a $1.95 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on...