Orioles INF Machado draws attention in Chicago
Manny Machado and Albert Almora Jr. played together in the backyard when they were kids, dreaming about winning a World Series together.
Manny Machado and Albert Almora Jr. played together in the backyard when they were kids, dreaming about winning a World Series together.
Darvish rebounds as Cubs beat Brewers 3-2
Yu Darvish bounced back from a pair of poor outings to allow only an unearned run in six innings, Addison Russell scored the go-ahead run on shortstop Eric Sogard's seventh-inning error, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 on Friday.
Yu Darvish bounced back from a pair of poor outings to allow only an unearned run in six innings, Addison Russell scored the go-ahead run on shortstop Eric Sogard's seventh-inning error, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 3-2 on Friday.
Backed by HRs, Darvish beats Reds 6-1 for 1st win with Cubs
CINCINNATI (AP) - More than seven weeks into the season, Yu Darvish finally has his first win for the Chicago Cubs. Darvish recovered from a shaky start and Kyle Schwarber hit one of Chicago's three home runs Sunday in a 6-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
CINCINNATI (AP) - More than seven weeks into the season, Yu Darvish finally has his first win for the Chicago Cubs. Darvish recovered from a shaky start and Kyle Schwarber hit one of Chicago's three home runs Sunday in a 6-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Backseat Rider: Former Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood reflects on historic performance
Twenty years ago, Chicago Cubs fans witnessed what many consider the greatest pitching performance in MLB history.
Twenty years ago, Chicago Cubs fans witnessed what many consider the greatest pitching performance in MLB history.
Cubs-Braves postponed by rain; makeup game on Aug 30
The final game of a three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and the Atlanta Braves has been postponed because of rain.
The final game of a three-game series between the Chicago Cubs and the Atlanta Braves has been postponed because of rain.
Cubs throw out 2 runner at home, rally to beat Braves 3-2
Cubs catcher Willson Contreras helped Chicago throw out two runners at home plate and another at third base before rallying for two runs in the ninth inning, pulling off a stunning 3-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.
Cubs catcher Willson Contreras helped Chicago throw out two runners at home plate and another at third base before rallying for two runs in the ninth inning, pulling off a stunning 3-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Tuesday night.
Davidson helps White Sox rally past Cubs 5-3
CHICAGO (AP) - Matt Davidson hit a solo homer and a tiebreaking sacrifice fly, helping Lucas Giolito and the Chicago White Sox salvage the finale of their weekend series against the crosstown Cubs with a 5-3 win on Sunday.
CHICAGO (AP) - Matt Davidson hit a solo homer and a tiebreaking sacrifice fly, helping Lucas Giolito and the Chicago White Sox salvage the finale of their weekend series against the crosstown Cubs with a 5-3 win on Sunday.
Contreras hits 3rd HR in 2 games, Cubs beat White Sox 8-4
The Chicago Cubs figured it was just a matter of time before Willson Contreras would start knocking the ball around.
The Chicago Cubs figured it was just a matter of time before Willson Contreras would start knocking the ball around.
MLB to Cubs' Zobrist: Stop wearing black cleats
Major League Baseball has warned Ben Zobrist of the Chicago Cubs against wearing black cleats.
Major League Baseball has warned Ben Zobrist of the Chicago Cubs against wearing black cleats.
Contreras keeps on slugging, Cubs pound White Sox 11-2
The Chicago Cubs passed out bobbleheads of Willson Conteras, and then watched him perform like an action figure.
The Chicago Cubs passed out bobbleheads of Willson Conteras, and then watched him perform like an action figure.
Bryant, Rizzo, Russell go deep, Cubs pound Marlins 13-4
Kris Bryant was already rolling along when Anthony Rizzo and Addison Russell got going. Once they did, the Chicago Cubs were on their way to another lopsided victory.
Kris Bryant was already rolling along when Anthony Rizzo and Addison Russell got going. Once they did, the Chicago Cubs were on their way to another lopsided victory.
Wong's walk-off HR lifts St. Louis past Chicago, 8-6
ST. LOUIS (AP) - For the St. Louis Cardinals, there's more importance to their early season games with the Chicago Cubs this year than most seasons. The games are about St. Louis putting to rest any leftover doubts after a dismal 5-14 record against its rival a year ago.
ST. LOUIS (AP) - For the St. Louis Cardinals, there's more importance to their early season games with the Chicago Cubs this year than most seasons. The games are about St. Louis putting to rest any leftover doubts after a dismal 5-14 record against its rival a year ago.
Chatwood, Cubs sweep Brewers with 2-0 win
CHICAGO (AP) - For four straight days, Tyler Chatwood, Jose Quintana, Yu Darvish and Kyle Hendricks put on a pitching clinic. A very stingy show. Chatwood pitched seven sparkling innings and helped himself with an RBI single, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 2-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday and a sweep of the four-game series between NL Central rivals.
CHICAGO (AP) - For four straight days, Tyler Chatwood, Jose Quintana, Yu Darvish and Kyle Hendricks put on a pitching clinic. A very stingy show. Chatwood pitched seven sparkling innings and helped himself with an RBI single, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 2-0 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday and a sweep of the four-game series between NL Central rivals.
Jose Quintana dominates Brewers again in 3-0 Cubs win
CHICAGO (AP) - Jose Quintana was terrific for the Chicago Cubs, and pretty typical when it comes to his outings against the Milwaukee Brewers. Quintana pitched seven sharp innings to help Chicago beat Milwaukee 3-0 on Saturday and continue his dominance of the Cubs' NL Central rival. "He had a good look from the beginning," manager Joe Maddon said. "He was ready to roll, and...
CHICAGO (AP) - Jose Quintana was terrific for the Chicago Cubs, and pretty typical when it comes to his outings against the Milwaukee Brewers. Quintana pitched seven sharp innings to help Chicago beat Milwaukee 3-0 on Saturday and continue his dominance of the Cubs' NL Central rival. "He had a good look from the beginning," manager Joe Maddon said. "He was ready to roll, and...
Hendricks, Cubs win 1-0, stop Brewers' 8-game win streak
Kyle Hendricks figured he was in great shape when he started throwing his fastball exactly where he wanted it to go.
Kyle Hendricks figured he was in great shape when he started throwing his fastball exactly where he wanted it to go.
Schwarber hits 2 HRs as Cubs beat Indians in Series rematch
The memories of winning a championship two years ago came flooding back for the Chicago Cubs when they arrived at Progressive Field on Tuesday.
The memories of winning a championship two years ago came flooding back for the Chicago Cubs when they arrived at Progressive Field on Tuesday.
Arenado out at plate in game-ending replay reversal, Cubs win 9-7
DENVER (AP) - Nolan Arenado broke for home the moment Brandon Morrow's bases-loaded pitch bounced to the backstop. Arenado wound up causing an unusual ending that left the Colorado Rockies with a painful loss.
DENVER (AP) - Nolan Arenado broke for home the moment Brandon Morrow's bases-loaded pitch bounced to the backstop. Arenado wound up causing an unusual ending that left the Colorado Rockies with a painful loss.
Cubs' Kris Bryant hit on helmet by pitch, leaves game
DENVER (AP) - Chicago Cubs star Kris Bryant has left Sunday's game after being hit on the head with a 96 mph pitch from Colorado's German Marquez. The ball made a loud sound as it hit off the underside of the flap of his helmet, and it was not immediately clear how much direct contact it made his Bryant's head. Cubs spokesman Peter Chase said Bryant passed tests and had no sign of a...
DENVER (AP) - Chicago Cubs star Kris Bryant has left Sunday's game after being hit on the head with a 96 mph pitch from Colorado's German Marquez. The ball made a loud sound as it hit off the underside of the flap of his helmet, and it was not immediately clear how much direct contact it made his Bryant's head. Cubs spokesman Peter Chase said Bryant passed tests and had no sign of a...
Anderson tosses 6 strong innings as Rockies beat Cubs, 5-2
Tyler Anderson has had plenty of success on the mound in his young career, so he was happy to contribute at the plate.
Tyler Anderson has had plenty of success on the mound in his young career, so he was happy to contribute at the plate.
Lester, Heyward lead Cubs past Cardinals 8-5
The Cubs made Jon Lester's job easier by staking him to an early lead.
The Cubs made Jon Lester's job easier by staking him to an early lead.