Craig Kimbrel inching closer to joining Chicago Cubs

Craig Kimbrel said Thursday there is no timetable for when he will join the Cubs and he will listen to his body before his expected promotion to beleaguered Chicago bullpen.

Contreras powers Cubs past Giolito, White Sox 7-3

Willson Contreras homered twice and drove in five runs, and the Chicago Cubs handed Lucas Giolito his first loss since April by downing the Chicago White Sox 7-3 on Wednesday night.

Jimenez homers in 9th to power White Sox past Cubs, 3-1

Eloy Jimenez hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth inning in his first game against his first major league organization, helping the Chicago White Sox beat the Chicago Cubs 3-1 on Tuesday night.

Cubs plan to go slowly with injured Hendricks

The Chicago Cubs plan to move slowly with Kyle Hendricks after tests confirmed the right-hander is dealing with a shoulder impingement.

Dodgers edge Cubs 3-2 with late-game heroics

Kenley Jansen sent a late-night text to Dodgers manager Dave Roberts after his blown save against the Cubs.

Cubs put Hendricks on 10 day injured list

The Cubs have placed starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks on the 10-day injured list with right shoulder inflammation.

Dodgers rally to beat Cubs 5-3 for 7th straight home win

Rich Hill attacked with pinpoint location and his reliable curveball. Where the 39-year-old pitcher surprised was at the plate.

Hamels throws 7 scoreless, 4 batters hit as Cubs beat Rockies

Cole Hamels struck out nine in seven scoreless innings, singled twice and drove in two runs to lead the Chicago Cubs past the Colorado Rockies 10-1 in a testy game on Wednesday.

Powerful Rockies rally past Cubs, 9th straight win at home

Ian Desmond hit a monster blast that brought fans to their feet but it was a manufactured run that made the difference for the Colorado Rockies.

Caratini helps rally Cubs past Cardinals 9-4

Pinch-hitter Victor Caratini hit a tiebreaking bases-loaded double in Chicago's four-run sixth inning and the Cubs rallied to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 9-4 Saturday night.

Kimbrel on Cubs: 'I'm happy where I am'

After missing more than one-third of a season while waiting for the right offer, Craig Kimbrel found a home with the Chicago Cubs.

Closer Craig Kimbrel, Cubs finalize $43M, 3-year deal

Free-agent closer Craig Kimbrel has agreed to a three-year contract with the Cubs that guarantees $43 million in a big move to strengthen Chicago's bullpen.

Cubs-Cards to play in London on June 13-14, 2020

Major League Baseball has announced the two-game series in London between the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals at West Ham's Olympic Stadium on June 13-14, 2020.

Cubs' Joe Maddon thinking ahead to using Craig Kimbrel

Cubs manager Joe Maddon is projecting how to use Craig Kimbrel, even before Chicago announces a deal with the free agent closer.

Schwarber, Báez homer; Cubs end Rockies' winning streak

CHICAGO (AP) - With a new veteran in the fold, the Chicago Cubs deep, dangerous lineup seems a little bit deeper and more dangerous. Kyle Schwarber and Javier Báez homered, Kyle Hendricks was solid again through seven innings and the Cubs beat Colorado 6-3 on Tuesday night to end the Rockies' season-high eight-game winning streak.

Lester, Cubs bounce back with 8-1 victory over Angels

Jon Lester returned to form, allowing one run in seven innings, and the Chicago Cubs' offense came alive in an 8-1 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Monday.