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  • Jeff Samardzija struggled with his command at times in a three-inning outing Wednesday in a Colorado Rockies split-squad's 7-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday.
    Jeff Samardzija struggled with his command at times in a three-inning outing Wednesday in a Colorado Rockies split-squad's 7-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday.

  • Justin Ruggiano hit a two-run homer and an RBI double, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 6-4 win Tuesday over an Oakland Athletics split-squad.
    Justin Ruggiano hit a two-run homer and an RBI double, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 6-4 win Tuesday over an Oakland Athletics split-squad.

  • Third baseman Kris Bryant is a big-time prospect. Early on in camp, the 22-year-old Bryant become a batting-practice draw, sending home runs up on the freeway embankment near the Cubs' new spring training complex
    Third baseman Kris Bryant is a big-time prospect. Early on in camp, the 22-year-old Bryant become a batting-practice draw, sending home runs up on the freeway embankment near the Cubs' new spring training complex

  • Ted Lilly has been hired by the Chicago Cubs as a special assistant to Theo Epstein, the team's president of baseball operations.
    Ted Lilly has been hired by the Chicago Cubs as a special assistant to Theo Epstein, the team's president of baseball operations.

  • Shortstop Javier Baez had two hits including a solo home run for the Cubs, who won for the first time in four Cactus League games.
    Shortstop Javier Baez had two hits including a solo home run for the Cubs, who won for the first time in four Cactus League games.

  • Mike Moustakas homered twice, Eric Hosmer added three hits and the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago Cubs 5-3 on Sunday.
    Mike Moustakas homered twice, Eric Hosmer added three hits and the Kansas City Royals beat the Chicago Cubs 5-3 on Sunday.

  • Friday, February 28 2014 11:01 PM EST2014-03-01 04:01:10 GMT
    Mike Trout wasted little time in showing off his million-dollar swing.
    Mike Trout wasted little time in showing off his million-dollar swing.

  • Jeff Samardzija pitched two shutout innings before an overflow crowd in the Chicago Cubs' opener at their new stadium, a 5-2 loss to an Arizona Diamondbacks split-squad on Thursday.
    Jeff Samardzija pitched two shutout innings before an overflow crowd in the Chicago Cubs' opener at their new stadium, a 5-2 loss to an Arizona Diamondbacks split-squad on Thursday.

  • The Chicago Cubs and Under Armour today announced a multi-year naming rights agreement for the Under Armour Performance Center at new Cubs Park in Mesa, Arizona
    The Chicago Cubs and Under Armour today announced a multi-year naming rights agreement for the Under Armour Performance Center at new Cubs Park in Mesa, Arizona

  • Starlin Castro is coming off the first difficult season of his major league career when he hit .245, had 22 errors and was dropped to No. 8 in the lineup after being named an All-Star the previous two years.
    Starlin Castro is coming off the first difficult season of his major league career when he hit .245, had 22 errors and was dropped to No. 8 in the lineup after being named an All-Star the previous two years.

  • Chicago Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts remains committed to renovating Wrigley Field rather than finding a new home despite ongoing legal issues with the neighboring rooftop owners.
    Chicago Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts remains committed to renovating Wrigley Field rather than finding a new home despite ongoing legal issues with the neighboring rooftop owners.

  • Jeff Samardzija isn't sure where he'll be by the end of the season.
    There is one distinct message new manager Rick Renteria plans to deliver when the Chicago Cubs gather for their first full squad workout on Wednesday.

  • Edwin Jackson is entering his second season with the Cubs, they are hoping he lives up to his career norms, if not completely up to every dollar of his four-year, $52 million contract.
    Edwin Jackson is entering his second season with the Cubs, they are hoping he lives up to his career norms, if not completely up to every dollar of his four-year, $52 million contract.

  • Tuesday, February 4 2014 5:28 PM EST2014-02-04 22:28:08 GMT
    The Cubs announced they're adding another Chicago icon to Wrigley Field. The team announced a new partnership with Giordano's Tuesday.
    The Cubs announced they're adding another Chicago icon to Wrigley Field. The team announced a new partnership with Giordano's Tuesday.

  • Monday, January 27 2014 9:45 PM EST2014-01-28 02:45:36 GMT
    The Cubs have applied for a permit to put up a 650-square-foot sign in right field at Wrigley Field that will block, partially, the bird's-eye view of the stadium from rooftops along Sheffield.
    The Cubs have applied for a permit to put up a 650-square-foot sign in right field at Wrigley Field that will block, at least partially, the bird's-eye view of the stadium from rooftops along Sheffield, the Sun-Times is reporting.

  • Friday, January 24 2014 12:29 PM EST2014-01-24 17:29:42 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a one-year contract with All-Star pitcher Travis Wood, avoiding arbitration.
    The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a one-year contract with All-Star pitcher Travis Wood, avoiding arbitration.

  • Greg Maddux and Tony La Russa will not have any logos on the caps of their Hall of Fame plaques.
    Greg Maddux and Tony La Russa will not have any logos on the caps of their Hall of Fame plaques.

  • The Chicago Cubs have agreed to one-year contracts with outfielder Nate Schierholtz, infielder Luis Valbuena and relievers James Russell and Pedro Strop, avoiding arbitration.
    The Chicago Cubs have agreed to one-year contracts with outfielder Nate Schierholtz, infielder Luis Valbuena and relievers James Russell and Pedro Strop, avoiding arbitration.

  • Thursday, January 9 2014 11:24 AM EST2014-01-09 16:24:04 GMT
    Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and Frank Thomas were elected to baseball's Hall of Fame on Wednesday, while Craig Biggio fell two votes short.
    Greg Maddux, Tom Glavine and Frank Thomas were elected to baseball's Hall of Fame on Wednesday, while Craig Biggio fell two votes short.

  • Greg Maddux could break a 22-year-old record Wednesday, though he won't become the first unanimous selection in the history of the baseball writers' Hall of Fame ballot.
    Greg Maddux could break a 22-year-old record Wednesday, though he won't become the first unanimous selection in the history of the baseball writers' Hall of Fame ballot.

  • Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine are both eligible for the Hall of Fame for the first time, with the inductees to be announced Wednesday.
    Greg Maddux and Tom Glavine are both eligible for the Hall of Fame for the first time, with the inductees to be announced Wednesday.

  • Friday, December 27 2013 4:36 PM EST2013-12-27 21:36:40 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs say they have agreed to a one-year contract with reliever Jose Veras that includes a club option for 2015.
    The Chicago Cubs say they have agreed to a one-year contract with reliever Jose Veras that includes a club option for 2015.

  • A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs and reliever Jose Veras were closing in on a $4 million, one-year contract.
    A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs and reliever Jose Veras were closing in on a $4 million, one-year contract.

  • The Chicago Cubs obtained the right-handed outfield bat they needed, acquiring Justin Ruggiano from the Miami Marlins for lefty swinging Brian Bogusevic.
    The Chicago Cubs obtained the right-handed outfield bat they needed, acquiring Justin Ruggiano from the Miami Marlins for lefty swinging Brian Bogusevic.

  • Major League Baseball intends to eliminate home-plate collisions by 2015 at the latest.
    Major League Baseball intends to eliminate home-plate collisions by 2015 at the latest.

  • Thursday, December 5 2013 6:52 PM EST2013-12-05 23:52:47 GMT
    Rick Renteria stood next to Chicago Cubs executives Jed Hoyer and Theo Epstein and pulled on a No. 16 jersey in a lounge at Wrigley Field.
    Rick Renteria stood next to Chicago Cubs executives Jed Hoyer and Theo Epstein and pulled on a No. 16 jersey in a lounge at Wrigley Field.

  • Thursday, December 5 2013 8:26 AM EST2013-12-05 13:26:46 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have received the green light to play ball under the Wrigley Field lights a lot more next season.
    The Chicago Cubs have received the green light to play ball under the Wrigley Field lights a lot more next season.

  • Thursday, December 5 2013 8:12 AM EST2013-12-05 13:12:16 GMT
    A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a one-year contract with reliever Wesley Wright.
    A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a one-year contract with reliever Wesley Wright.

  • Tuesday, December 3 2013 7:11 PM EST2013-12-04 00:11:30 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have hired 2002 AL Rookie of the Year Eric Hinske as their first base coach.
    The Chicago Cubs have hired 2002 AL Rookie of the Year Eric Hinske as their first base coach.

  • Tuesday, November 26 2013 5:34 PM EST2013-11-26 22:34:43 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have acquired catcher George Kottaras from the Kansas City Royals for a cash consideration.
    The Chicago Cubs have acquired catcher George Kottaras from the Kansas City Royals for a cash consideration.

  • Monday, November 25 2013 6:20 PM EST2013-11-25 23:20:03 GMT
    The new spring training stadium for the Chicago Cubs is being called Cubs Park for now.
    The new spring training stadium for the Chicago Cubs is being called Cubs Park for now.

  • The Chicago Cubs have made it official and hired Rick Renteria as their new manager.
    The Chicago Cubs have made it official and hired Rick Renteria as their new manager.

  • Wednesday, November 6 2013 10:03 PM EST2013-11-07 03:03:24 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs are set to hire San Diego Padres bench coach Rick Renteria as their manager, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
    The Chicago Cubs are set to hire San Diego Padres bench coach Rick Renteria as their manager, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Wednesday.

  • Friday, November 1 2013 4:52 PM EDT2013-11-01 20:52:25 GMT
    A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs are interviewing former catcher Brad Ausmus for their manager's job.
    A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs are interviewing former catcher Brad Ausmus for their manager's job.

  • Thursday, October 17 2013 11:46 PM EDT2013-10-18 03:46:56 GMT
    A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs were interviewing Tampa Bay Rays bench coach Dave Martinez for their manager's job.
    A person familiar with the situation says the Chicago Cubs were interviewing Tampa Bay Rays bench coach Dave Martinez for their manager's job.

  • Monday, October 14 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-10-15 00:42:34 GMT
    October 14th marks the 10 year anniversary of the so-called "Bartman game."
    October 14th marks the 10 year anniversary of the so-called "Bartman game."

  • Monday, October 14 2013 5:42 PM EDT2013-10-14 21:42:05 GMT
    The price of a ticket to Chicago Cubs games at Wrigley Field next season will cost no more than they did this year.
    The price of a ticket to Chicago Cubs games at Wrigley Field next season will cost no more than they did this year.

  • Thursday, October 10 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-10-10 22:18:41 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a two-year contract with outfielder Ryan Sweeney that includes a club option for 2016.
    The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a two-year contract with outfielder Ryan Sweeney that includes a club option for 2016.

  • Tuesday, October 8 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-10-09 03:07:47 GMT
    Ryan Sweeney says he's staying with the Chicago Cubs.
    Ryan Sweeney is staying with the Chicago Cubs after agreeing to a $3.5 million, two-year contract that includes a club option for 2016.

  • Tuesday, October 8 2013 7:20 PM EDT2013-10-08 23:20:25 GMT
    Hank Steinbrenner wants Joe Girardi to remain with the New York Yankees and is awaiting the manager's decision on a new contract.
    Hank Steinbrenner wants Joe Girardi to remain with the New York Yankees and is awaiting the manager's decision on a new contract.

  • Sunday, September 29 2013 11:46 PM EDT2013-09-30 03:46:15 GMT
    Matt Carpenter and the St. Louis Cardinals clinched home-field advantage throughout the National League playoffs when they beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 Sunday for their sixth straight win.
    Matt Carpenter and the St. Louis Cardinals clinched home-field advantage throughout the National League playoffs when they beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 Sunday for their sixth straight win.

  • Saturday, September 28 2013 10:44 PM EDT2013-09-29 02:44:26 GMT
    Adam Wainwright earned his 19th victory in a tuneup for the NL division series opener and Matt Holliday homered again as the St. Louis Cardinals showed no letup after clinching the NL Central.
    Adam Wainwright earned his 19th victory in a tuneup for the NL division series opener and Matt Holliday homered again as the St. Louis Cardinals showed no letup after clinching the NL Central, beating the Chicago Cubs 6-2.

  • Wednesday, September 25 2013 10:18 PM EDT2013-09-26 02:18:58 GMT
    After their 4-2 win Wednesday over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Chicago Cubs stopped between the third-base line and their dugout to salute the fans.
    After their 4-2 win Wednesday over the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Chicago Cubs stopped between the third-base line and their dugout to salute the fans.

  • Wednesday, September 25 2013 10:16 PM EDT2013-09-26 02:16:04 GMT
    The Pittsburgh Pirates' hopes of catching up in the NL Central took a big hit Wednesday when Darnell McDonald launched a three-run homer, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 4-2 win.
    The Pittsburgh Pirates' hopes of catching up in the NL Central took a big hit Wednesday when Darnell McDonald launched a three-run homer, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 4-2 win.

  • Wednesday, September 25 2013 3:14 PM EDT2013-09-25 19:14:02 GMT
    Dale Sveum doesn't know if he'll be coming back for a third season as manager of the Chicago Cubs.
    Dale Sveum doesn't know if he'll be coming back for a third season as manager of the Chicago Cubs.

  • Wednesday, September 25 2013 12:06 AM EDT2013-09-25 04:06:01 GMT
    When it comes to baseball in Chicago, this has been one awful summer.
    When it comes to baseball in Chicago, this has been one awful summer.

  • Wednesday, September 25 2013 12:04 AM EDT2013-09-25 04:04:04 GMT
    Gerrit Cole threw six strong innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates took over the NL wild-card lead, beating the Chicago Cubs 8-2 Tuesday night.
    Gerrit Cole threw six strong innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates took over the NL wild-card lead, beating the Chicago Cubs 8-2 Tuesday night.

  • Monday, September 23 2013 11:58 PM EDT2013-09-24 03:58:41 GMT
    The Pittsburgh Pirates are going to the playoffs for the first time in 21 years.
    The Pittsburgh Pirates are going to the playoffs for the first time in 21 years.

  • Sunday, September 22 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-09-22 23:31:43 GMT
    The Atlanta Braves clinched the NL East title on Sunday, and then rode two homers by Andrelton Simmons to a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs.
    The Atlanta Braves clinched the NL East title on Sunday, and then rode two homers by Andrelton Simmons to a 5-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs.

  • Saturday, September 21 2013 11:29 PM EDT2013-09-22 03:29:47 GMT
    Dioner Navarro hit a tiebreaking single in a three-run eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat Atlanta 3-1 Saturday to keep the Braves on the brink of the NL East championship.
    Dioner Navarro hit a tiebreaking single in a three-run eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat Atlanta 3-1 Saturday to keep the Braves on the brink of the NL East championship.

  • Friday, September 20 2013 10:05 PM EDT2013-09-21 02:05:34 GMT
    Teams usually can't wait to get out of the cramped quarters of the visiting clubhouse at Wrigley Field.
    Teams usually can't wait to get out of the cramped quarters of the visiting clubhouse at Wrigley Field.

  • Thursday, September 19 2013 11:02 PM EDT2013-09-20 03:02:34 GMT
    Luis Valbuena, Nate Schierholtz and Brian Bogusevic homered, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-1 Thursday to stop a five-game losing streak.
    Luis Valbuena, Nate Schierholtz and Brian Bogusevic homered, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-1 Thursday to stop a five-game losing streak.

  • Wednesday, September 18 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-09-19 03:19:53 GMT
    Sean Halton hit his first career grand slam, Tyler Thornburg allowed just two singles over six innings, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 7-0 on Wednesday night.
    Sean Halton hit his first career grand slam, Tyler Thornburg allowed just two singles over six innings, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 7-0 on Wednesday night.

  • Tuesday, September 17 2013 11:31 PM EDT2013-09-18 03:31:01 GMT
    Pinch-hitter Logan Schafer dropped a suicide squeeze bunt with the bases loaded in the ninth to give the Milwaukee Brewers a 4-3 walkoff victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.
    Pinch-hitter Logan Schafer dropped a suicide squeeze bunt with the bases loaded in the ninth to give the Milwaukee Brewers a 4-3 walkoff victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.

  • Tuesday, September 17 2013 12:15 AM EDT2013-09-17 04:15:04 GMT
    Caleb Gindl had three hits, including a two-run home run, and Wily Peralta pitched six strong innings to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-1 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night.
    Caleb Gindl had three hits, including a two-run home run, and Wily Peralta pitched six strong innings to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-1 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night.

  • Monday, September 16 2013 12:49 AM EDT2013-09-16 04:49:23 GMT
    Three batters into the game, it appeared Chicago Cubs starter Travis Wood might not make it out of the first inning.
    Three batters into the game, it appeared Chicago Cubs starter Travis Wood might not make it out of the first inning.

  • Saturday, September 14 2013 11:14 PM EDT2013-09-15 03:14:09 GMT
    Gerrit Cole pitched seven strong innings and got home run help from Marlon Byrd and Jose Tabata, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates past the Chicago Cubs 2-1 Saturday night.
    Gerrit Cole pitched seven strong innings and got home run help from Marlon Byrd and Jose Tabata, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates past the Chicago Cubs 2-1 Saturday night.

  • Friday, September 13 2013 10:37 PM EDT2013-09-14 02:37:29 GMT
    Anthony Rizzo hit a towering go-ahead, two-run homer off Jason Grilli in the seventh inning and the Chicago Cubs rallied past the Pittsburgh Pirates, 5-4 on Friday night.
    Anthony Rizzo hit a towering go-ahead, two-run homer off Jason Grilli in the seventh inning and the Chicago Cubs rallied past the Pittsburgh Pirates, 5-4 on Friday night.

  • Thursday, September 12 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-09-13 02:45:34 GMT
    Jeff Locke allowed three hits over seven innings to earn his first victory in nearly two months and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 on Thursday night.
    Jeff Locke allowed three hits over seven innings to earn his first victory in nearly two months and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 on Thursday night.

  • Wednesday, September 11 2013 4:41 PM EDT2013-09-11 20:41:11 GMT
    Devin Mesoraco hit his first home run in more than a month and Jack Hannahan added his first career pinch-hit homer as the Cincinnati Reds avoided being swept by the last-place Chicago Cubs with a 6-0 win on...
    Devin Mesoraco hit his first home run in more than a month and Jack Hannahan added his first career pinch-hit homer as the Cincinnati Reds avoided being swept by the last-place Chicago Cubs with a 6-0 win on Wednesday.

  • Tuesday, September 10 2013 11:38 PM EDT2013-09-11 03:38:11 GMT
    Welington Castillo drove in three runs with two home runs, Donnie Murphy added a two-run shot and even pitcher Edwin Jackson smacked one as the Chicago Cubs rolled to a 9-1 victory
    Welington Castillo drove in three runs with two home runs, Donnie Murphy added a two-run shot and even pitcher Edwin Jackson smacked one as the Chicago Cubs rolled to a 9-1 victory

  • Monday, September 9 2013 10:16 PM EDT2013-09-10 02:16:56 GMT
    Left-hander Travis Wood beat Cincinnati for the first time in his career, repeatedly pitching out of threats for seven innings, and the Chicago Cubs stalled the Reds' week-long surge with a 2-0 victory Monday...
    Left-hander Travis Wood beat Cincinnati for the first time in his career, repeatedly pitching out of threats for seven innings, and the Chicago Cubs stalled the Reds' week-long surge with a 2-0 victory Monday night.

  • Sunday, September 8 2013 11:31 PM EDT2013-09-09 03:31:37 GMT
    Yovani Gallardo tossed seven strong innings and Jeff Bianchi delivered a key pinch-hit single, leading the Milwaukee Brewers over the Chicago Cubs 3-1 Sunday.
    Yovani Gallardo tossed seven strong innings and Jeff Bianchi delivered a key pinch-hit single, leading the Milwaukee Brewers over the Chicago Cubs 3-1 Sunday.

  • Saturday, September 7 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-09-08 01:44:54 GMT
    Logan Schafer hit a three-run triple and Johnny Hellweg pitched six innings for his first career major league victory in the Milwaukee Brewers' 5-3 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
    Logan Schafer hit a three-run triple and Johnny Hellweg pitched six innings for his first career major league victory in the Milwaukee Brewers' 5-3 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

  • Friday, September 6 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-09-06 21:49:31 GMT
    Rookie Junior Lake hit his first career grand slam in Chicago's five-run first inning and the Cubs held off the Milwaukee Brewers 8-5 on Friday.
    Rookie Junior Lake hit his first career grand slam in Chicago's five-run first inning and the Cubs held off the Milwaukee Brewers 8-5 on Friday.

  • Wednesday, September 4 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-09-04 22:49:53 GMT
    Donnie Murphy homered to cap a four-run rally in the seventh inning and the Chicago Cubs connected four times Wednesday to beat the Miami Marlins 9-7.
    Donnie Murphy homered to cap a four-run rally in the seventh inning and the Chicago Cubs connected four times Wednesday to beat the Miami Marlins 9-7.

  • Tuesday, September 3 2013 11:44 PM EDT2013-09-04 03:44:47 GMT
    Donovan Solano had three hits, including a two-run double, and the Miami bullpen combined for 4 2-3 hitless innings to lead the Marlins to a 6-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs
    Donovan Solano had three hits, including a two-run double, and the Miami bullpen combined for 4 2-3 hitless innings to lead the Marlins to a 6-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs

  • Monday, September 2 2013 6:41 PM EDT2013-09-02 22:41:38 GMT
    Henderson Alvarez did a little bit of everything Monday.
    Henderson Alvarez did a little bit of everything Monday.

  • Sunday, September 1 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-09-02 02:22:47 GMT
    A day after trading Michael Young to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Phillies managed just four hits in a 7-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.
    A day after trading Michael Young to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Phillies managed just four hits in a 7-1 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.

  • Saturday, August 31 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-09-01 03:04:14 GMT
    Starlin Castro hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.
    Starlin Castro hit a tiebreaking homer in the sixth to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday.

  • Friday, August 30 2013 7:12 PM EDT2013-08-30 23:12:27 GMT
    Michael Young had four hits, including a tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Friday in Ryne Sandberg's return to Wrigley...
    Michael Young had four hits, including a tiebreaking RBI single in the ninth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Friday in Ryne Sandberg's return to Wrigley Field.

  • Wednesday, August 28 2013 8:16 PM EDT2013-08-29 00:16:55 GMT
    Edwin Jackson's pitching was good enough. His fielding, not so much.
    Edwin Jackson's pitching was good enough. His fielding, not so much.

  • Wednesday, August 28 2013 4:07 PM EDT2013-08-28 20:07:03 GMT
    Cubs manager Dale Sveum has been ejected from Chicago's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
    Cubs manager Dale Sveum has been ejected from Chicago's game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

  • Wednesday, August 28 2013 9:27 AM EDT2013-08-28 13:27:16 GMT
    Travis Wood outpitched Clayton Kershaw in a matchup of All-Star lefties, and Dioner Navarro and Starlin Castro had run-scoring singles to help the Chicago Cubs beat the Dodgers 3-2 Tuesday night, snapping an...
    Travis Wood outpitched Clayton Kershaw in a matchup of All-Star lefties, and Dioner Navarro and Starlin Castro had run-scoring singles to help the Chicago Cubs beat the Dodgers 3-2 Tuesday night, snapping an eight-game skid...

  • Tuesday, August 27 2013 9:58 AM EDT2013-08-27 13:58:20 GMT
    Zack Greinke came within one strike of his fifth career shutout, Hanley Ramirez and Yasiel Puig homered, and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs 6-0 Monday night, ending a two-game skid.
    Zack Greinke came within one strike of his fifth career shutout, Hanley Ramirez and Yasiel Puig homered, and the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the Chicago Cubs 6-2 Monday night, ending a two-game skid.

  • Monday, August 26 2013 10:25 AM EDT2013-08-26 14:25:35 GMT
    Nick Hundley hit a game-ending RBI single in the 15th inning to lift the San Diego Padres to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.
    Nick Hundley hit a game-ending RBI single in the 15th inning to lift the San Diego Padres to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.

  • Sunday, August 25 2013 10:24 AM EDT2013-08-25 14:24:39 GMT
    Eric Stults came away with another loss despite pitching a solid game.
    Eric Stults came away with another loss despite pitching a solid game.

  • Saturday, August 24 2013 1:59 AM EDT2013-08-24 05:59:13 GMT
    Will Venable had three hits and three RBIs, including a tiebreaking solo homer in the seventh inning, and the San Diego Padres rallied to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-6 on Friday night.
    Will Venable had three hits and three RBIs, including a tiebreaking solo homer in the seventh inning, and the San Diego Padres rallied to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-6 on Friday night.

  • Friday, August 23 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-08-23 20:54:37 GMT
    The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired outfielder David DeJesus from Washington just four days after the Nationals picked him up from the Chicago Cubs.
    The Tampa Bay Rays have acquired outfielder David DeJesus from Washington just four days after the Nationals picked him up from the Chicago Cubs.

  • Thursday, August 22 2013 8:41 PM EDT2013-08-23 00:41:36 GMT
    The Washington Nationals beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 on Thursday after Stephen Strasburg blew a three-run lead in the ninth.
    The Washington Nationals beat the Chicago Cubs 5-4 on Thursday after Stephen Strasburg blew a three-run lead in the ninth.

  • Thursday, August 22 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-08-22 13:11:22 GMT
    Jayson Werth and Scott Hairston hit three-run homers to lead the Washington Nationals to an 11-6 win over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday.
    Jayson Werth and Scott Hairston hit three-run homers to lead the Washington Nationals to an 11-6 win over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday.

  • Wednesday, August 21 2013 8:46 AM EDT2013-08-21 12:46:23 GMT
    Ryan Zimmerman had two hits and drove in a run, Bryce Harper had two hits and scored a crucial ninth-inning run, and Dan Haren pitched six strong innings to help the Washington Nationals beat the Chicago Cubs
    Ryan Zimmerman had two hits and drove in a run, Bryce Harper had two hits and scored a crucial ninth-inning run, and Dan Haren pitched six strong innings to help the Washington Nationals beat the Chicago Cubs

  • Monday, August 19 2013 10:44 PM EDT2013-08-20 02:44:34 GMT
    Nate Schierholtz homered twice and drove in a career-high six runs, powering Jeff Samardzija and the Chicago Cubs to an 11-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Monday night.
    Nate Schierholtz homered twice and drove in a career-high six runs, powering Jeff Samardzija and the Chicago Cubs to an 11-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Monday night.

  • Monday, August 19 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-08-19 22:31:18 GMT
    The Washington Nationals have acquired outfielder David DeJesus in a trade with the Chicago Cubs.
    The Washington Nationals have acquired outfielder David DeJesus in a trade with the Chicago Cubs.

  • Saturday, August 17 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-08-18 03:00:36 GMT
    Yadier Molina hit a two-run homer, Joe Kelly threw six scoreless innings and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 on Saturday.
    Yadier Molina hit a two-run homer, Joe Kelly threw six scoreless innings and the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 4-0 on Saturday.

  • Saturday, August 17 2013 12:39 AM EDT2013-08-17 04:39:37 GMT
    Jake Arrieta threw seven shutout innings and Nate Schierholtz drove in three runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 7-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday.
    Jake Arrieta threw seven shutout innings and Nate Schierholtz drove in three runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 7-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday.

  • Friday, August 16 2013 7:32 PM EDT2013-08-16 23:32:56 GMT
    Jake Arrieta threw seven shutout innings and Nate Schierholtz drove in three runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 7-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday.
    Jake Arrieta threw seven shutout innings and Nate Schierholtz drove in three runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 7-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday.

  • Friday, August 16 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-08-16 21:13:19 GMT
    Charlie Manuel was fired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday, with his team way out of the pennant race and in a tailspin since the All-Star break.
    Charlie Manuel was fired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday, with his team way out of the pennant race and in a tailspin since the All-Star break.

  • Wednesday, August 14 2013 5:05 PM EDT2013-08-14 21:05:33 GMT
    Bronson Arroyo pitched seven crisp innings, Todd Frazier homered and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 5-0 on Wednesday to complete a three-game series sweep.
    Bronson Arroyo pitched seven crisp innings, Todd Frazier homered and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 5-0 on Wednesday to complete a three-game series sweep.

  • Wednesday, August 14 2013 1:48 PM EDT2013-08-14 17:48:07 GMT
    Jake Arrieta will join the Chicago Cubs' rotation on Friday, with Carlos Villanueva shifting to the bullpen.
    Jake Arrieta will join the Chicago Cubs' rotation on Friday, with Carlos Villanueva shifting to the bullpen.

  • Wednesday, August 14 2013 9:20 AM EDT2013-08-14 13:20:40 GMT
    Shin-Soo Choo hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the 11th inning and J.J. Hoover provided terrific relief work on his 26th birthday, helping the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 6-4 on Tuesday night.
    Shin-Soo Choo hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the 11th inning and J.J. Hoover provided terrific relief work on his 26th birthday, helping the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 6-4 on Tuesday night.

  • Monday, August 12 2013 11:23 PM EDT2013-08-13 03:23:39 GMT
    Mat Latos threw eight scoreless innings, and Brandon Phillips hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 win over All-Star Travis Wood and the Chicago Cubs on Monday night.
    Mat Latos threw eight scoreless innings, and Brandon Phillips hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 win over All-Star Travis Wood and the Chicago Cubs on Monday night.

  • Monday, August 12 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-08-12 15:08:57 GMT
    Pete Kozma singled home the tiebreaking run in the sixth inning and the St. Louis Cardinals ended a four-game losing streak, beating the Chicago Cubs 8-4 and avoiding a sweep.
    Pete Kozma singled home the tiebreaking run in the sixth inning and the St. Louis Cardinals ended a four-game losing streak, beating the Chicago Cubs 8-4 and avoiding a sweep.

  • Saturday, August 10 2013 12:39 AM EDT2013-08-10 04:39:13 GMT
    Anthony Rizzo had a two-run single, Chris Rusin pitched around seven hits in six innings, and the Chicago Cubs recorded their first shutout in St. Louis in 16 years with a 3-0 victory over the Cardinals on Friday...
    Anthony Rizzo had a two-run single, Chris Rusin pitched around seven hits in six innings, and the Chicago Cubs recorded their first shutout in St. Louis in 16 years with a 3-0 victory over the Cardinals on Friday night.

  • Thursday, August 8 2013 9:06 PM EDT2013-08-09 01:06:33 GMT
    Ethan Martin earned his first major league win, Cody Asche hit his first home run and the Philadelphia Phillies routed the Chicago Cubs 12-1 Thursday.
    Ethan Martin earned his first major league win, Cody Asche hit his first home run and the Philadelphia Phillies routed the Chicago Cubs 12-1 Thursday.

  • Wednesday, August 7 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-08-08 02:38:02 GMT
    Donnie Murphy hit a tiebreaking three-run shot in the ninth inning for his second homer of the game, lifting the Chicago Cubs to a 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night.
    Donnie Murphy hit a tiebreaking three-run shot in the ninth inning for his second homer of the game, lifting the Chicago Cubs to a 5-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday night.

  • Tuesday, August 6 2013 11:48 PM EDT2013-08-07 03:48:24 GMT
    Darin Ruf and Chase Utley sparked a three-run fifth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-8 win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.
    Darin Ruf and Chase Utley sparked a three-run fifth inning to lift the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-8 win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.

  • Monday, August 5 2013 4:18 PM EDT2013-08-05 20:18:12 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have claimed outfielder Thomas Neal off waivers from the New York Yankees and transferred pitcher Rafael Dolis to the 60-day disabled list.
    The Chicago Cubs have claimed outfielder Thomas Neal off waivers from the New York Yankees and transferred pitcher Rafael Dolis to the 60-day disabled list.

  • Monday, August 5 2013 12:23 AM EDT2013-08-05 04:23:49 GMT
    A.J. Ellis hit an RBI single, Stephen Fife pitched into the sixth inning in his return from the disabled list, and the Los Angeles Dodgers extended their franchise-record road winning streak to 14 games.
    The Los Angeles Dodgers overcame another injury scare and extended their franchise-record road winning streak to 14 games.

  • Saturday, August 3 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-08-04 03:33:27 GMT
    Chris Capuano scattered six hits over 6 1-3 innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers set a team record with their 13th straight road win, 3-0 over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
    Chris Capuano scattered six hits over 6 1-3 innings and the Los Angeles Dodgers set a team record with their 13th straight road win, 3-0 over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

  • Friday, August 2 2013 11:11 PM EDT2013-08-03 03:11:11 GMT
    Mark Ellis extended his hitting streak to 13 games before both he and manager Don Mattingly were ejected, and the Los Angeles Dodgers matched an 89-year-old club record with their 12th straight road victory.
    Mark Ellis extended his hitting streak to 13 games before both he and manager Don Mattingly were ejected, and the Los Angeles Dodgers matched an 89-year-old club record with their 12th straight road victory.

  • Thursday, August 1 2013 9:40 AM EDT2013-08-01 13:40:14 GMT
    Edwin Jackson pitched eight solid innings, David DeJesus drove in three runs and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-1 on Wednesday night to salvage the finale of the four-game series.
    Edwin Jackson pitched eight solid innings, David DeJesus drove in three runs and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 6-1 on Wednesday night to salvage the finale of the four-game series.

  • Jean Segura hit a solo homer and the go-ahead double, Khris Davis added a three-run shot, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 6-5 after Yovani Gallardo left with a hamstring injury in the first game of...
    Jeff Bianchi delivered a two-run single off shortstop Starlin Castro's glove with two out in the ninth to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs and a day-night doubleheader sweep on Tuesday.

  • Tuesday, July 30 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-07-30 22:59:45 GMT
    Jean Segura hit a solo homer and the go-ahead double, Khris Davis added a three-run shot, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 6-5.
    Jean Segura hit a solo homer and the go-ahead double, Khris Davis added a three-run shot, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 6-5.

  • Monday, July 29 2013 11:32 PM EDT2013-07-30 03:32:47 GMT
    Carlos Gomez broke a scoreless tie in the ninth inning with an RBI single and Jeff Bianchi added a two-run double to lift the Milwaukee Brewers over the Chicago Cubs 5-0 on Monday night.
    Carlos Gomez broke a scoreless tie in the ninth inning with an RBI single and Jeff Bianchi added a two-run double to lift the Milwaukee Brewers over the Chicago Cubs 5-0 on Monday night.

  • Monday, July 29 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-07-29 23:09:29 GMT
    Authorities have recovered the body of former major league pitcher Frank Castillo after he apparently drowned at a lake northeast of Phoenix.
    Authorities have recovered the body of former major league pitcher Frank Castillo after he apparently drowned at a lake northeast of Phoenix.

  • Sunday, July 28 2013 10:48 PM EDT2013-07-29 02:48:42 GMT
    Travis Wood pitched a four-hitter over seven innings and had a home run among his two hits in helping the Chicago Cubs complete a three-game sweep in San Francisco for the first time in 20 years
    Travis Wood pitched a four-hitter over seven innings and had a home run among his two hits in helping the Chicago Cubs complete a three-game sweep in San Francisco for the first time in 20 years

  • Friday, July 26 2013 4:47 PM EDT2013-07-26 20:47:21 GMT
    The New York Yankees have acquired Alfonso Soriano in a trade with the Chicago Cubs on Friday, returning the seven-time All-Star to the team where he began his career.
    The New York Yankees have acquired Alfonso Soriano in a trade with the Chicago Cubs on Friday, returning the seven-time All-Star to the team where he began his career.

  • Friday, July 26 2013 8:05 AM EDT2013-07-26 12:05:27 GMT
    Aaron Hill drove in two runs with a homer and double, helping the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday night and a split of their four-game series.
    Aaron Hill drove in two runs with a homer and double, helping the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday night and a split of their four-game series.

  • Friday, July 26 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-07-26 12:03:19 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have pulled Alfonso Soriano from the lineup and manager Dale Sveum says a trade to send the outfielder to the New York Yankees is about "99 percent done."
    The Chicago Cubs have pulled Alfonso Soriano from the lineup and manager Dale Sveum says a trade to send the outfielder to the New York Yankees is about "99 percent done."

  • Thursday, July 25 2013 9:00 AM EDT2013-07-25 13:00:56 GMT
    Nate Schierholtz lined a two-out double into the left-field corner in the top of the 12th inning to drive in the go-ahead run and the Chicago Cubs held on to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-6 Wednesday night.
    Nate Schierholtz lined a two-out double into the left-field corner in the top of the 12th inning to drive in the go-ahead run and the Chicago Cubs held on to defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-6 Wednesday night.

  • Wednesday, July 24 2013 9:38 AM EDT2013-07-24 13:38:58 GMT
    A.J. Pollock doubled, tripled and drove in three runs, and Patrick Corbin scattered four hits over six innings to help the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Chicago Cubs 10-4 Tuesday night.
    A.J. Pollock doubled, tripled and drove in three runs, and Patrick Corbin scattered four hits over six innings to help the Arizona Diamondbacks beat the Chicago Cubs 10-4 Tuesday night.

  • Tuesday, July 23 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-07-23 22:40:30 GMT
    The alderman whose ward includes Wrigley Field says he now supports a $500 million renovation of the iconic ballpark, clearing a path for final City Council approval.
    The alderman whose ward includes Wrigley Field says he now supports a $500 million renovation of the iconic ballpark, clearing a path for final City Council approval.

  • Monday, July 22 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-07-23 03:19:59 GMT
    A person familiar with the deal says the Texas Rangers have an agreement in place to acquire right-hander Matt Garza from the Chicago Cubs.
    Matt Garza has been traded to Texas from the Chicago Cubs, giving the Rangers a pitcher they have long coveted.

  • Sunday, July 21 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-07-22 01:44:50 GMT
    Tyler Chatwood pitched six strong innings, Nolan Arenado hit a go-ahead single and the Colorado Rockies beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Sunday to win the three-game series.
    Tyler Chatwood pitched six strong innings, Nolan Arenado hit a go-ahead single and the Colorado Rockies beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Sunday to win the three-game series.

  • Saturday, July 20 2013 11:06 AM EDT2013-07-20 15:06:18 GMT
    Jeff Samardzija pitched effectively into the eighth inning and Anthony Rizzo doubled home the go-ahead run in the seventh, leading the Chicago Cubs past the Colorado Rockies 3-1 Friday night.
    Jeff Samardzija pitched effectively into the eighth inning and Anthony Rizzo doubled home the go-ahead run in the seventh, leading the Chicago Cubs past the Colorado Rockies 3-1 Friday night.

  • Tuesday, July 16 2013 11:58 PM EDT2013-07-17 03:58:16 GMT
    Mariano Rivera reported for work an inning early, and walked off to a fitting tribute.
    Mariano Rivera reported for work an inning early, and walked off to a fitting tribute.

  • Tuesday, July 16 2013 11:25 PM EDT2013-07-17 03:25:43 GMT
    Two Chicago teams have made the Forbes' list. The Bears ranked 16th on the list at $1.19 billion and the Cubs are tied for 31st at $1 billion.
    Two Chicago teams have made the Forbes' list. The Bears ranked 16th on the list at $1.19 billion and the Cubs are tied for 31st at $1 billion.

  • Monday, July 15 2013 12:08 AM EDT2013-07-15 04:08:50 GMT
    Yadier Molina hit a three-run homer in St. Louis' four-run ninth inning, and the Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 10-6 on Sunday night in the majors' final game before the All-Star break.
    Yadier Molina hit a three-run homer in St. Louis' four-run ninth inning, and the Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 10-6 on Sunday night in the majors' final game before the All-Star break.

  • Sunday, July 14 2013 10:56 AM EDT2013-07-14 14:56:55 GMT
    Matt Garza pitched into the seventh inning for his fifth consecutive win and Alfonso Soriano homered again, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 6-4 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday night.
    Matt Garza pitched into the seventh inning for his fifth consecutive win and Alfonso Soriano homered again, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 6-4 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday night.

  • Sunday, July 14 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-07-14 14:54:56 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have claimed outfielder Cole Gillespie off waivers from the San Francisco Giants.
    The Chicago Cubs have claimed outfielder Cole Gillespie off waivers from the San Francisco Giants.

  • Friday, July 12 2013 10:10 PM EDT2013-07-13 02:10:06 GMT
    Carlos Beltran had three hits and drove in a run, while reliever-turned-starter Joe Kelly (1-3) won his first game of the season as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Chicago Cubs 3-2 Friday at Wrigley Field.
    Carlos Beltran had a forgettable 2,000th game in the majors on Thursday. His 2,001st might stay with him for a while.

  • Friday, July 12 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-07-12 21:00:18 GMT
    The Cubs finalized their agreement with third baseman Kris Bryant, the No. 2 overall pick in last month's amateur draft.
    The Cubs finalized their agreement with third baseman Kris Bryant, the No. 2 overall pick in last month's amateur draft.

  • Friday, July 12 2013 11:08 AM EDT2013-07-12 15:08:21 GMT
    Edwin Jackson earned his third straight win, combining with four relievers on a four-hitter, and Anthony Rizzo drove in all the runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 3-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday...
    Edwin Jackson earned his third straight win, combining with four relievers on a four-hitter, and Anthony Rizzo drove in all the runs to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 3-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday night.

  • Thursday, July 11 2013 10:23 AM EDT2013-07-11 14:23:26 GMT
    For Jeff Samardzija, the only positive of the Chicago Cubs' 13-2 loss to the Los Angeles Angels Wednesday night was it only counted as one loss.
    For Jeff Samardzija, the only positive of the Chicago Cubs' 13-2 loss to the Los Angeles Angels Wednesday night was it only counted as one loss.

  • Wednesday, July 10 2013 7:33 PM EDT2013-07-10 23:33:36 GMT
    Two people familiar with the situation say the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a deal with No. 2 draft pick Kris Bryant for the slot signing bonus of around $6.7 million.
    Two people familiar with the situation say the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a deal with No. 2 draft pick Kris Bryant for the slot signing bonus of around $6.7 million.

  • Wednesday, July 10 2013 9:21 AM EDT2013-07-10 13:21:35 GMT
    Alfonso Soriano hit two of the Cubs' season high five home runs and Travis Wood earned his first win in nearly six weeks in Chicago's 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
    Alfonso Soriano hit two of the Cubs' season high five home runs and Travis Wood earned his first win in nearly six weeks in Chicago's 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.

  • Tuesday, July 9 2013 12:00 PM EDT2013-07-09 16:00:28 GMT
    Matt Garza pitched seven strong innings, Alfonso Soriano homered and scored four runs, and the Chicago Cubs pulled away late to beat the White Sox 8-2 on Monday night.
    Matt Garza pitched seven strong innings, Alfonso Soriano homered and scored four runs, and the Chicago Cubs pulled away late to beat the White Sox 8-2 on Monday night.

  • Monday, July 8 2013 2:55 PM EDT2013-07-08 18:55:03 GMT
    The Washington Nationals have acquired outfielder Scott Hairston from the Chicago Cubs for minor league pitcher Ivan Pineyro.
    The Washington Nationals have acquired outfielder Scott Hairston from the Chicago Cubs for minor league pitcher Ivan Pineyro.

  • Sunday, July 7 2013 10:04 PM EDT2013-07-08 02:04:34 GMT
    Pinch hitter Dioner Navarro had a game-ending sacrifice fly in the 11th inning, lifting the Chicago Cubs to a 4-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
    Pinch hitter Dioner Navarro had a game-ending sacrifice fly in the 11th inning, lifting the Chicago Cubs to a 4-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.

  • Friday, July 5 2013 9:32 PM EDT2013-07-06 01:32:43 GMT
    Francisco Liriano pitched a four-hitter for his first complete game in more than two years, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the 11th time in 13 games, beating the Chicago Cubs 6-2 on Friday.
    Francisco Liriano pitched a four-hitter for his first complete game in more than two years, and the Pittsburgh Pirates won for the 11th time in 13 games, beating the Chicago Cubs 6-2 on Friday.

  • Thursday, July 4 2013 9:59 PM EDT2013-07-05 01:59:04 GMT
    Derek Norris scored on a passed ball with two outs in the seventh inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Thursday.
    Derek Norris scored on a passed ball with two outs in the seventh inning and the Oakland Athletics beat the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Thursday.

  • Wednesday, July 3 2013 8:09 AM EDT2013-07-03 12:09:04 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Matt Guerrier from the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday in exchange for former All-Star Carlos Marmol.
    The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Matt Guerrier from the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday in exchange for former All-Star Carlos Marmol.

  • Wednesday, July 3 2013 7:52 AM EDT2013-07-03 11:52:27 GMT
    Derek Norris hit a three-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning, and the Oakland Athletics rallied to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-7 on Tuesday night to regain the AL West lead.
    Derek Norris hit a three-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning, and the Oakland Athletics rallied to beat the Chicago Cubs 8-7 on Tuesday night to regain the AL West lead.

  • Monday, July 1 2013 12:21 AM EDT2013-07-01 04:21:17 GMT
    Alfonso Soriano and Darwin Barney each doubled twice and the Chicago Cubs built a six-run lead before holding off the Seattle Mariners 7-6 Sunday.
    Alfonso Soriano and Darwin Barney each doubled twice and the Chicago Cubs built a six-run lead before holding off the Seattle Mariners 7-6 Sunday.

  • Sunday, June 30 2013 12:10 AM EDT2013-06-30 04:10:36 GMT
    Alfonso Soriano hit a two-run homer in the 11th inning to lift the Chicago Cubs to a 5-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday.
    Alfonso Soriano hit a two-run homer in the 11th inning to lift the Chicago Cubs to a 5-3 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday.

  • Saturday, June 29 2013 10:31 AM EDT2013-06-29 14:31:06 GMT
    Mike Zunino hit a game-ending single in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the Seattle Mariners to a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Friday night.
    Mike Zunino hit a game-ending single in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the Seattle Mariners to a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Friday night.

  • Thursday, June 27 2013 9:03 PM EDT2013-06-28 01:03:13 GMT
    Matt Garza struck out 10 in seven solid innings and Dioner Navarro hit a three-run homer, sending the Chicago Cubs to a 7-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday.
    Matt Garza struck out 10 in seven solid innings and Dioner Navarro hit a three-run homer, sending the Chicago Cubs to a 7-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday.

  • Thursday, June 27 2013 12:08 AM EDT2013-06-27 04:08:44 GMT
    Scott Feldman pitched six solid innings, Anthony Rizzo had a key two-run single and the Chicago Cubs held on to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 on Wednesday night.
    Scott Feldman pitched six solid innings, Anthony Rizzo had a key two-run single and the Chicago Cubs held on to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 5-4 on Wednesday night.

  • Wednesday, June 26 2013 12:03 AM EDT2013-06-26 04:03:18 GMT
    Rickie Weeks homered twice and drove in four runs Tuesday night as the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 9-3.
    Rickie Weeks homered twice and drove in four runs Tuesday night as the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Chicago Cubs 9-3.

  • Monday, June 24 2013 12:26 AM EDT2013-06-24 04:26:45 GMT
    Ryan Sweeney had a career-high six RBIs, including a three-run homer, and the Chicago Cubs routed the Houston Astros 14-6 on Sunday.
    Ryan Sweeney had a career-high six RBIs, including a three-run homer, and the Chicago Cubs routed the Houston Astros 14-6 on Sunday.

  • Saturday, June 22 2013 8:51 PM EDT2013-06-23 00:51:47 GMT
    Ronny Cedeno's squeeze bunt scored Justin Maxwell with the tiebreaking run in the ninth inning to lead the Houston Astros over the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Saturday.
    Ronny Cedeno's squeeze bunt scored Justin Maxwell with the tiebreaking run in the ninth inning to lead the Houston Astros over the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Saturday.

  • Friday, June 21 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-06-22 02:22:15 GMT
    Matt Garza pitched into the ninth inning and Anthony Rizzo hit his first home run since May 18 to lead the Chicago Cubs over the Houston Astros 3-1 on Friday after a rain delay that lasted more than 3 hours.
    Matt Garza pitched into the ninth inning and Anthony Rizzo hit his first home run since May 18 to lead the Chicago Cubs over the Houston Astros 3-1 on Friday after a rain delay that lasted more than 3 hours.

  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 9:31 AM EDT2013-06-19 13:31:44 GMT
    Ryan Sweeney and Cody Ransom hit back-to-back homers in a four-run first inning and that was plenty for Jeff Samardzija, who pitched the Chicago Cubs over the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 Tuesday night.
    Ryan Sweeney and Cody Ransom hit back-to-back homers in a four-run first inning and that was plenty for Jeff Samardzija, who pitched the Chicago Cubs over the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 Tuesday night.

  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:38 AM EDT2013-06-18 04:38:00 GMT
    Rookie Shelby Miller pitched five shutout innings and Yadier Molina had a two-run double to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night.
    Rookie Shelby Miller pitched five shutout innings and Yadier Molina had a two-run double to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night.

  • Sunday, June 16 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-06-16 21:47:54 GMT
    Kirk Nieuwenhuis hit a three-run homer that capped a four-run rally in the bottom of the ninth inning and the New York Mets beat Carlos Marmol and the Chicago Cubs 4-3
    Kirk Nieuwenhuis hit a three-run homer that capped a four-run rally in the bottom of the ninth inning and the New York Mets beat Carlos Marmol and the Chicago Cubs 4-3

  • Saturday, June 15 2013 11:17 PM EDT2013-06-16 03:17:50 GMT
    Scott Feldman allowed two hits in seven innings and Starlin Castro hit a two-run double to left in the Cubs' three-run eighth inning and Chicago beat the New York Mets 5-2 on Saturday.
    Scott Feldman allowed two hits in seven innings and Starlin Castro hit a two-run double to left in the Cubs' three-run eighth inning and Chicago beat the New York Mets 5-2 on Saturday.

  • Friday, June 14 2013 10:48 PM EDT2013-06-15 02:48:16 GMT
    Chicago Cubs center fielder David DeJesus has left a game against the New York Mets after he crashed into the outfield fence.
    Chicago Cubs center fielder David DeJesus has left a game against the New York Mets after he crashed into the outfield fence.

  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:10 PM EDT2013-06-14 03:10:10 GMT
    Pinch-hitter Julio Borbon had a two-out RBI single in the 14th inning, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the Reds 6-5 Thursday and end Cincinnati's record 12-game winning streak at Wrigley Field.
    Pinch-hitter Julio Borbon had a two-out RBI single in the 14th inning, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the Reds 6-5 Thursday and end Cincinnati's record 12-game winning streak at Wrigley Field.

  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-06-12 22:22:40 GMT
    The Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 2-1 Wednesday for their record 12th straight win at Wrigley Field.
    The Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 2-1 Wednesday for their record 12th straight win at Wrigley Field.

  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 12:03 AM EDT2013-06-12 04:03:19 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs have suspended Triple-A infielder Ian Stewart without pay for an indefinite period following his critical comments about the organization.
    The Chicago Cubs have suspended Triple-A infielder Ian Stewart without pay for an indefinite period following his critical comments about the organization.

  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-06-12 04:01:19 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs today acquired right-handed pitcher Henry Rodriguez from the Washington Nationals for minor league right-handed pitcher Ian Dickson.
    The Chicago Cubs today acquired right-handed pitcher Henry Rodriguez from the Washington Nationals for minor league right-handed pitcher Ian Dickson.

  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:54 PM EDT2013-06-12 03:54:14 GMT
    Xavier Paul hit a three-run home run, Joey Votto added a two-run shot and the Cincinnati Reds roughed up Matt Garza and the Chicago Cubs 12-2 on Tuesday night.
    Xavier Paul hit a three-run home run, Joey Votto added a two-run shot and the Cincinnati Reds roughed up Matt Garza and the Chicago Cubs 12-2 on Tuesday night.

  • Monday, June 10 2013 11:47 PM EDT2013-06-11 03:47:32 GMT
    Brandon Phillips hit a grand slam and matched his career high with six RBIs, and the Cincinnati Reds extended their dominance over the Chicago Cubs with a 6-2 win Monday night in foggy conditions at Wrigley Field.
    Brandon Phillips hit a grand slam and matched his career high with six RBIs, and the Cincinnati Reds extended their dominance over the Chicago Cubs with a 6-2 win Monday night in foggy conditions at Wrigley Field.

  • Sunday, June 9 2013 10:27 PM EDT2013-06-10 02:27:03 GMT
    Cody Ransom hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning and Edwin Jackson pitched the Chicago Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
    Cody Ransom hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning and Edwin Jackson pitched the Chicago Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.

  • Saturday, June 8 2013 11:29 PM EDT2013-06-09 03:29:56 GMT
    A.J. Burnett pitched into the ninth inning and Pedro Alvarez and Russell Martin homered to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
    A.J. Burnett pitched into the ninth inning and Pedro Alvarez and Russell Martin homered to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.

  • Friday, June 7 2013 11:03 PM EDT2013-06-08 03:03:51 GMT
    Francisco Liriano pitched two-hit ball over seven innings and the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 Friday for their major league-leading 10th shutout, matching Pittsburgh's total for all of last season.
    Francisco Liriano pitched two-hit ball over seven innings and the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 Friday for their major league-leading 10th shutout, matching Pittsburgh's total for all of last season.

  • Thursday, June 6 2013 7:27 PM EDT2013-06-06 23:27:14 GMT
    The Chicago Cubs tonight selected right-handed hitting third baseman Kris Bryant out of the University of San Diego with the second overall pick in the 2013 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft.
    The Chicago Cubs tonight selected right-handed hitting third baseman Kris Bryant out of the University of San Diego with the second overall pick in the 2013 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft.

  • Monday, June 3 2013 1:56 AM EDT2013-06-03 05:56:05 GMT
    Patrick Corbin became the major leagues' first nine-game winner, laboring through six inning Sunday in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 8-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.
    Patrick Corbin became the major leagues' first nine-game winner, laboring through six inning Sunday in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 8-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday.

  • Sunday, June 2 2013 3:00 PM EDT2013-06-02 19:00:28 GMT
    Paul Goldschmidt hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the eighth inning, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 12-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday night.
    Paul Goldschmidt hit a tiebreaking grand slam in the eighth inning, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 12-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday night.

  • Friday, May 31 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-31 21:08:29 GMT
    Scott Hairston hit a grand slam and Matt Garza got his first victory of the season and the Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to five games by defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-2 on Friday.
    Scott Hairston hit a grand slam and Matt Garza got his first victory of the season and the Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to five games by defeating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-2 on Friday.

  • Thursday, May 30 2013 11:02 PM EDT2013-05-31 03:02:33 GMT
    Chicago Cubs pitcher Travis Wood hit a fourth-inning grand slam off Jake Peavy and allowed two runs in six innings to lead the way in an 8-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field on Thursday.
    Chicago Cubs pitcher Travis Wood hit a fourth-inning grand slam off Jake Peavy and allowed two runs in six innings to lead the way in an 8-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field on Thursday.

  • Wednesday, May 29 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-29 21:57:48 GMT
    Dioner Navarro hit three home runs in a game for the first time in his career, connecting from both sides of the plate at Wrigley Field on Wednesday and leading the Chicago Cubs over the White Sox 9-3.
    Dioner Navarro hit three home runs in a game for the first time in his career, connecting from both sides of the plate at Wrigley Field on Wednesday and leading the Chicago Cubs over the White Sox 9-3.

  • Wednesday, May 29 2013 1:05 PM EDT2013-05-29 17:05:56 GMT
    Cubs reliever Kyuji Fujikawa will have Tommy John surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right elbow and miss the rest of the season.
    Cubs reliever Kyuji Fujikawa will have Tommy John surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right elbow and miss the rest of the season.

  • Tuesday, May 28 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-29 03:50:53 GMT
    The game between the Chicago Cubs and White Sox was rained out Tuesday night.
    The game between the Chicago Cubs and White Sox was rained out Tuesday night.

  • Tuesday, May 28 2013 11:44 PM EDT2013-05-29 03:44:07 GMT
    The Cubs and crosstown rival White Sox have at least one thing in common this week - their support for the Chicago Blackhawks.
    The Cubs and crosstown rival White Sox have at least one thing in common this week - their support for the Chicago Blackhawks.

  • Monday, May 27 2013 11:17 PM EDT2013-05-28 03:17:46 GMT
    Jeff Samardzija threw a complete game, two-hit shutout and Julio Borbon hit a two-run home run and the Chicago Cubs beat the Chicago White Sox 7-0 on Monday.
    Jeff Samardzija threw a complete game, two-hit shutout and Julio Borbon hit a two-run home run and the Chicago Cubs beat the Chicago White Sox 7-0 on Monday.

  • Monday, May 27 2013 12:15 AM EDT2013-05-27 04:15:45 GMT
    Johnny Cueto woke up the Chicago Cubs.
    Johnny Cueto woke up the Chicago Cubs.

  • Friday, May 24 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-25 03:19:42 GMT
    Joey Votto extended his hitting streak to 12 games with a homer, and Ryan Hanigan and Brandon Phillips also homered on Friday night, powering the Cincinnati Reds to their fourth straight win.
    Joey Votto extended his hitting streak to 12 games with a homer, and Ryan Hanigan and Brandon Phillips also homered on Friday night, powering the Cincinnati Reds to their fourth straight win, 7-4 over the Chicago Cubs.

  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:47:43 GMT
    Francisco Liriano continued his torrid start, scattering two hits over seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Wednesday night.
    Francisco Liriano continued his torrid start, scattering two hits over seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Chicago Cubs 1-0 on Wednesday night.

  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:05 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:05:46 GMT
    Travis Snider hit a pinch-hit grand slam during a five-run sixth and the Pittsburgh Pirates spoiled a strong return to the mound for Matt Garza with a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.
    Travis Snider hit a pinch-hit grand slam during a five-run sixth and the Pittsburgh Pirates spoiled a strong return to the mound for Matt Garza with a 5-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.

  • Sunday, May 19 2013 10:15 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:15:36 GMT
    Daniel Murphy hit a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning and the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Sunday for their first series win at Wrigley Field since 2007.
    Daniel Murphy hit a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning and the New York Mets beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Sunday for their first series win at Wrigley Field since 2007.

  • Saturday, May 18 2013 11:08 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:08:37 GMT
    Scott Feldman pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning and drove in two runs with a big two-out double, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 8-2 on Saturday.
    Scott Feldman pitched shutout ball into the seventh inning and drove in two runs with a big two-out double, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 8-2 on Saturday.

  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:19:36 GMT
    Jeff Samardzija hit a two-run home run and pitched eight strong innings for his first win since opening day and the Chicago Cubs beat the Colorado Rockies 6-3 on Wednesday night.
    Jeff Samardzija hit a two-run home run and pitched eight strong innings for his first win since opening day and the Chicago Cubs beat the Colorado Rockies 6-3 on Wednesday night.

  • Monday, May 13 2013 11:24 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:24:50 GMT
    Travis Wood pitched seven scoreless innings and the Chicago Cubs came within two outs of their first shutout since last August in a 9-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.
    Travis Wood pitched seven scoreless innings and the Chicago Cubs came within two outs of their first shutout since last August in a 9-1 win over the Colorado Rockies on Monday night.

  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:06 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:06:49 GMT
    Slugging first baseman Anthony Rizzo and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a $41 million, seven-year contract that could be worth up to $68 million over nine seasons.
    Slugging first baseman Anthony Rizzo and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a $41 million, seven-year contract that could be worth up to $68 million over nine seasons.

  • Sunday, May 12 2013 11:27 PM EDT2013-05-13 03:27:40 GMT
    One strange throw by Kurt Suzuki undid an entire afternoon of solid pitching by the Washington Nationals.
    One strange throw by Kurt Suzuki undid an entire afternoon of solid pitching by the Washington Nationals.

  • Saturday, May 11 2013 11:33 PM EDT2013-05-12 03:33:42 GMT
    Dominant early, Stephen Strasburg fell apart after one of Ryan Zimmerman's two errors and wound up dropping his fifth consecutive decision, an 8-2 loss Saturday to the Chicago Cubs
    Dominant early, Stephen Strasburg fell apart after one of Ryan Zimmerman's two errors and wound up dropping his fifth consecutive decision, an 8-2 loss Saturday to the Chicago Cubs

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