Suspended Russell, Cubs agree at $3.4M, $200,000 raise
Suspended shortstop Addison Russell and the Chicago Cubs agreed Friday to a $3.4 million, one-year contract, a relatively small $200,000 raise for a player whose relationship with the team appeared strained after a domestic violence suspension.
Suspended shortstop Addison Russell and the Chicago Cubs agreed Friday to a $3.4 million, one-year contract, a relatively small $200,000 raise for a player whose relationship with the team appeared strained after a domestic violence suspension.
Cubs add Loretta, Tewksbury to coaching staff
The Chicago Cubs have hired former All-Star infielder Mark Loretta as their bench coach and pitcher Bob Tewksbury as mental skills coordinator.
The Chicago Cubs have hired former All-Star infielder Mark Loretta as their bench coach and pitcher Bob Tewksbury as mental skills coordinator.
Cubs sign injured Graveman to 1-year deal with 2020 option
The Chicago Cubs have signed injured right-hander Kendall Graveman to a one-year contract with an option for the 2020 season.
The Chicago Cubs have signed injured right-hander Kendall Graveman to a one-year contract with an option for the 2020 season.
Daniel Descalso, Cubs agree to $5M, 2-year contract
Infielder Daniel Descalso and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a $5 million, two-year contract that includes a club option for 2021 and could be worth $8.25 million over three seasons.
Infielder Daniel Descalso and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a $5 million, two-year contract that includes a club option for 2021 and could be worth $8.25 million over three seasons.
Cubs' Morrow has elbow surgery, likely to start season late
CHICAGO (AP) - Closer Brandon Morrow likely will miss the start of the season for the Chicago Cubs following arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow last month.
CHICAGO (AP) - Closer Brandon Morrow likely will miss the start of the season for the Chicago Cubs following arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow last month.
Suspended shortstop Russell offered 2019 contract by Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) - The Cubs offered suspended shortstop Addison Russell a 2019 contract while maintaining Friday his future with the team is not certain.
CHICAGO (AP) - The Cubs offered suspended shortstop Addison Russell a 2019 contract while maintaining Friday his future with the team is not certain.
Angels acquire infielder Tommy La Stella from Cubs
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - The Los Angeles Angels acquired infielder Tommy La Stella from the Chicago Cubs on Thursday for $100,000 or a player to be named.
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) - The Los Angeles Angels acquired infielder Tommy La Stella from the Chicago Cubs on Thursday for $100,000 or a player to be named.
Hickey leaving Cubs after 1 season as pitching coach
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs will have different hitting and pitching coaches for the second straight season after they announced Jim Hickey's departure Tuesday.
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs will have different hitting and pitching coaches for the second straight season after they announced Jim Hickey's departure Tuesday.
Chicago sports teams donate another $1M to curb violence
Chicago's major sports franchises are teaming up to donate another $1 million to programs addressing violence in the city.
Chicago's major sports franchises are teaming up to donate another $1 million to programs addressing violence in the city.
Cubs beat Cardinals 10-5
Since both teams won their respective games, they will compete against each other in a tiebreaker game at Wrigley Field for the division title.
Since both teams won their respective games, they will compete against each other in a tiebreaker game at Wrigley Field for the division title.
Chicago Cubs hire Anthony Iapoce as hitting coach
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs are turning to a familiar face to help with their inconsistent offense.
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs are turning to a familiar face to help with their inconsistent offense.
AP Source: Cubs fire hitting coach Chili Davis
CHICAGO (AP) - A person with knowledge of the situation says the Chicago Cubs have fired hitting coach Chili Davis after one season.
CHICAGO (AP) - A person with knowledge of the situation says the Chicago Cubs have fired hitting coach Chili Davis after one season.
Epstein: Maddon to return for fifth season as Cubs manager
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs expect to make changes after an early playoff exit. Just not in the manager's office.
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs expect to make changes after an early playoff exit. Just not in the manager's office.
Cubs' Addison Russell suspended 40 games without pay
Chicago Cubs infielder Addison Russell accepted a 40-game suspension Wednesday for violating Major League Baseball's domestic violence policy after a series of allegations made by his ex-wife.
Chicago Cubs infielder Addison Russell accepted a 40-game suspension Wednesday for violating Major League Baseball's domestic violence policy after a series of allegations made by his ex-wife.
Cubs season ends on sour note with loss to Rockies
No team in the National League piled up more victories than the Chicago Cubs through 162 games. That seems like small consolation now.
No team in the National League piled up more victories than the Chicago Cubs through 162 games. That seems like small consolation now.
Manfred: No timetable on finishing Russell investigation
CHICAGO (AP) - Major League Baseball has no timetable for finishing its investigation of domestic violence allegations against Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell by his ex-wife, Commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday night.
CHICAGO (AP) - Major League Baseball has no timetable for finishing its investigation of domestic violence allegations against Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell by his ex-wife, Commissioner Rob Manfred said Tuesday night.
Hendricks, Bryant lead way as Cubs beat Cardinals 8-4
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs are closing in on the NL Central championship and have their sights set on another deep playoff run.
CHICAGO (AP) - The Chicago Cubs are closing in on the NL Central championship and have their sights set on another deep playoff run.
Brewers clinch playoff spot, sweep Cards 2-1; Cubs also in
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Fortunately for the Milwaukee Brewers, they didn't slip up. The Brewers clinched their first playoff spot since 2011 by ensuring at least a spot in the NL wild-card game, helped Wednesday night when a rookie St. Louis pinch-runner suddenly fell on his way to the plate in a 2-1 win over the contending Cardinals.
ST. LOUIS (AP) - Fortunately for the Milwaukee Brewers, they didn't slip up. The Brewers clinched their first playoff spot since 2011 by ensuring at least a spot in the NL wild-card game, helped Wednesday night when a rookie St. Louis pinch-runner suddenly fell on his way to the plate in a 2-1 win over the contending Cardinals.
Cubs clinch 4th straight playoff spot, top Pirates 7-6 in 10
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
FOX 32's Joanie Lum reports...
VIDEO: Cubs fans cheer on rat at Wrigley
Cubs fans at Wrigley Field forgot about the game, momentarily, and started cheering for a rat.
Cubs fans at Wrigley Field forgot about the game, momentarily, and started cheering for a rat.