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Cubs News, Rumors & Analysis
Adbert Alzolay Leads MLB in Saves Since Taking Over as Closer Full-Time
Adbert Alzolay sits just outside the top 20 MLB saves leaders this season, an eclectic group that includes three former…
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Drew Smyly Needs to Turn Frown Upside-Down in Hurry, Financial Factors Could Color Usage Decisions
Drew Smyly had a perfect game going for seven innings against the Dodgers back on March 21, his third start…
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Streaky Seiya Suzuki Sparks 17-Run Outburst, Quest for Consistency Continues
Why are Nico Hoerner, Seiya Suzuki, and Ian Happ still batting together at the top of the order? That was…
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David Ross Really Doesn’t Have Any Good Lineup Options Right Now
One of my less endearing schticks this season is to look at the opposing pitcher’s splits and wonder aloud why…
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Trading for Old Friend Jeimer Candelario Could Help Cubs Turn (Hot) Corner
The Cubs are currently hanging on to the edge of the playoff race at the All-Star break, so the next…
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David Ross Salty Despite W Because ‘Lot of Bulls–t’ Happened, Calls Closing Roof ‘Horses–t’
It’s July 4 and many of you are probably preparing to watch some fireworks, but the Cubs put on their…
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Postgame Pondering
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/3/23): Brewers 8, Cubs 6 – Early 6-Run Lead Implodes
Another year and another epic collapse in a must-win game for the Cubs when they were clinging to playoff hopes…
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Christopher Morel Will Play ‘New Position’ on Sunday
Christopher Morel has been an excellent utility option for the Cubs this year, starting at five different positions and batting…
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Nick Madrigal Turns Page with First Cubs HR, David Ross Explains Evolved Managerial Style
Nick Madrigal must read CI or follow me on Twitter with a burner, because it felt like he was out…
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Buck Funting: What the Hell Were Madrigal, Morel Thinking?
When my son was younger, I gave him some invaluable coaching advice on how to bunt: 1) Don’t; 2) Hit…
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