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

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.

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

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.

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' 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

Baez scratched from game because of bruised heel

Baez scratched from game because of bruised heel

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez was scratched from Saturday night's game against St. Louis because of a bruised right heel, a problem he first sustained on May 19 and re-aggravated later.

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Baez was scratched from Saturday night's game against St. Louis because of a bruised right heel, a problem he first sustained on May 19 and re-aggravated later.

MLB to keep monitoring netting issue after child hit during Cubs game

MLB to keep monitoring netting issue after child hit during Cubs game

Major League Baseball said Thursday it will keep examining its policy on protective netting at stadiums a day after a young fan was struck by a foul ball and hospitalized.

Major League Baseball said Thursday it will keep examining its policy on protective netting at stadiums a day after a young fan was struck by a foul ball and hospitalized.

MLB to keep monitoring netting issue after child hit during Cubs game
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MLB to keep monitoring netting issue after child hit during Cubs game

Major League Baseball said Thursday it will keep examining its policy on protective netting at stadiums a day after a young fan was struck by a foul ball and hospitalized.

Major League Baseball said Thursday it will keep examining its policy on protective netting at stadiums a day after a young fan was struck by a foul ball and hospitalized.

Child struck by line drive at Cubs-Astros game

Child struck by line drive at Cubs-Astros game

A young fan was taken to the hospital after getting struck by a foul ball during Wednesday night's game between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros.

A young fan was taken to the hospital after getting struck by a foul ball during Wednesday night's game between the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros.

Hendricks helps Cubs avoid sweep with 2-1 win over Astros

Hendricks helps Cubs avoid sweep with 2-1 win over Astros

HOUSTON (AP) - After a forgettable April, Kyle Hendricks wrapped up a fabulous May with another strong start. Hendricks pitched eight terrific innings, Kyle Schwarber homered for the second straight game and Kris Bryant added a solo shot in his return to the lineup to help the Chicago Cubs avoid a sweep with a 2-1 win over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night. Hendricks was 1-4 with a 5.33...

HOUSTON (AP) - After a forgettable April, Kyle Hendricks wrapped up a fabulous May with another strong start. Hendricks pitched eight terrific innings, Kyle Schwarber homered for the second straight game and Kris Bryant added a solo shot in his return to the lineup to help the Chicago Cubs avoid a sweep with a 2-1 win over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night. Hendricks was 1-4 with a 5.33...

Cole fans 12 as Astros down Cubs 6-5

Cole fans 12 as Astros down Cubs 6-5

Less than two weeks ago Jack Mayfield flew to Boston because the Houston Astros told him he was going to make his long-awaited major league debut after seven seasons in the minors.

Less than two weeks ago Jack Mayfield flew to Boston because the Houston Astros told him he was going to make his long-awaited major league debut after seven seasons in the minors.

Former Cubs all-star Bill Buckner dies at 69

Former Cubs all-star Bill Buckner dies at 69

Bill Buckner was an All-Star and batting champion, a gritty gamer who was welcome on any team.

Bill Buckner was an All-Star and batting champion, a gritty gamer who was welcome on any team.

Reds beat Cubs 10-2

Reds beat Cubs 10-2

Nick Senzel had three hits, scored four times and cut down a runner at the plate, helping Tanner Roark and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 10-2 on Sunday.

Nick Senzel had three hits, scored four times and cut down a runner at the plate, helping Tanner Roark and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Chicago Cubs 10-2 on Sunday.

Kris Bryant leaves game after collision

Kris Bryant leaves game after collision

Cubs slugger Kris Bryant has left their game against Cincinnati after colliding with center fielder Jason Heyward on a drive in the sixth inning.

Cubs slugger Kris Bryant has left their game against Cincinnati after colliding with center fielder Jason Heyward on a drive in the sixth inning.

Cubs beat Reds 8-6 at Wrigley

Cubs beat Reds 8-6 at Wrigley

Addison Russell homered at Wrigley Field for the first time since he was suspended for violating baseball's domestic violence policy, leading the Chicago Cubs to a wild 8-6 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.

Addison Russell homered at Wrigley Field for the first time since he was suspended for violating baseball's domestic violence policy, leading the Chicago Cubs to a wild 8-6 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.