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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.