Yankees get Starlin Castro from Cubs for Adam Warren

The New York Yankees have acquired infielder Starlin Castro from the Chicago Cubs for pitcher Adam Warren and a player to be named.

Cubs agree to $1.42 million deal with Rex Brothers

CHICAGO (AP) -- The Cubs have agreed to a $1.42 million, one-year contract with recently acquired reliever Rex Brothers.

Cubs acquire RHP Patton from Rangers for Delarosa

The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed pitcher Spencer Patton from the Texas Rangers on Friday for minor league infielder Frandy Delarosa.

Cubs claim lefty Leathersich off waivers from Mets

The Chicago Cubs have claimed left-handed pitcher Jack Leathersich off waivers from the New York Mets.

Arrieta wins NL Cy Young Award; Keuchel takes AL honor

Jake Arrieta of the Chicago Cubs aced out Dodgers stars Zack Greinke and Clayton Kershaw for the NL Cy Young Award while Houston lefty Dallas Keuchel won the AL honor Wednesday.

Cubs' Maddon, Texas' Banister selected Managers of the Year

Joe Maddon has won his third Manager of the Year award, earning his first in the NL after guiding the Chicago Cubs to their first postseason berth since 2008.

Cubs' Bryant unanimous pick as NL Rookie of the Year

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant was a unanimous pick as NL Rookie of the Year after helping Chicago return to the playoffs for the first time since 2008.

Renteria: No ill will toward Cubs for awkward firing

New Chicago White Sox bench coach Rick Renteria insists he has no ill will toward the Cubs for his awkward firing as their manager last fall.

Baseball writers announce finalists for major awards

Washington Nationals slugger Bryce Harper is one of three finalists for the NL MVP award from teams that failed to make the playoffs.

Cubs extend qualifying offer to OF Dexter Fowler

The Chicago Cubs have extended a $15.8 million qualifying offer to center fielder Dexter Fowler.

Cubs unveil logo celebrating century at Wrigley

The Cubs will have a patch on their home uniforms next year to celebrate the team's century of play at Wrigley Field.

Six Flags Great America makes good on bet, renames theme park and ride

Six Flags Great America in Gurnee has made good on their bet with their sister park, Six Flags Great Adventure, where they agreed to rename the park and a ride if the Cubs lost.

Epstein, Cubs start to look ahead after 'magical' year

Next season can't come soon enough for the Cubs executive after Chicago wrapped up a year he described Thursday as "magical."

Chicago Cubs' breakout season ends with sweep in NLCS

Daniel Murphy homered in his record sixth straight postseason game and the New York Mets reached the World Series for the first time in 15 years, beating the Chicago Cubs 8-3 Wednesday night for a playoff sweep.

Wrigley rooftops: Survivors or endangered species?

Beyond Wrigley Field's ivy-covered wall, atop a rooftop deck across Waveland Avenue, Amy Waldron could see the tiny ball jump off the toothpick-size bat of a miniature Kyle Schwarber more than 450 feet away.

Cubs, fans hoping for Wrigley magic for Game 4

Game 4 of the NLCS between the Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets is Wednesday night at Wrigley Field, and it's "win or go home" for the Cubbies.