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Baseball fans thrilled to be back at spring training games in Arizona

February 28, 2021 5:16pm CST

All 30 teams in Major League Baseball are allowing fans at their spring training facilities in Arizona and Florida, though capacity will be severely limited. The Chicago Cubs are welcoming the most fans (3,630 per game).

White Sox, Cuban pitching prospect Vera agree to contract

February 26, 2021 5:30pm CST

The Chicago White Sox and Cuban pitching prospect Norge Vera have agreed to a minor league contract that includes a $1.5 million signing bonus.

Rizzo hopes to get long-term deal, remain with Cubs

February 22, 2021 5:15pm CST

Anthony Rizzo said Monday he is hopeful about signing a long-term deal with the club before his contract expires at the end of the season.

Braves claim outfielder Phillip Ervin off waivers from Cubs

February 22, 2021 4:37pm CST

The Atlanta Braves have claimed outfielder Phillip Ervin off waivers from the Chicago Cubs.

Happ beats Cubs in arbitration; teams finish with 5-4 record

February 19, 2021 5:28pm CST

Outfielder Ian Happ defeated the Chicago Cubs in baseball’s final salary arbitration case this year on Friday and will get a raise from $624,000 to $4.1 million.

White Sox newcomer Hendriks eager to lock down closer role

February 19, 2021 5:25pm CST

Heavy snow brought down the canopy area at the gas station.

Cubs finalize 1-year contract with veteran reliever Workman

February 19, 2021 1:18pm CST

The Cubs finalized a $1 million, one-year contract with reliever Brandon Workman on Thursday.

Baseball card trading finds new life during pandemic

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Baseball card trading finds new life during pandemic

February 18, 2021 10:51am CST

Steve Wilson from Jim and Steve's Sportscards talks about the increase in baseball card trading since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

La Russa feels fortunate for chance to manage White Sox

February 17, 2021 10:14pm CST

Tony La Russa feels fortunate.

Jake Arrieta back with Cubs, finalizes $6M, 1-year contract

February 17, 2021 4:05pm CST

Jake Arrieta won a Cy Young Award, threw two no-hitters and helped end a championship drought in his first go-around with the Chicago Cubs.

Cubs' Hoyer to discuss futures with Bryant, Baez, Rizzo

February 16, 2021 8:12pm CST

Jed Hoyer plans to chat with Kris Bryant about his future during spring training. Also on deck for the top baseball executive for the Chicago Cubs: similar discussions with Javier Báez and Anthony Rizzo.

AP source: Chicago Cubs, RHP Jake Arrieta agree to reunion

February 12, 2021 7:39pm CST

Jake Arrieta is returning to the Chicago Cubs, agreeing to a $6 million, one-year contract on Friday.

Cubs agree to to 1-year deal with OF Marisnick

February 11, 2021 11:36am CST

The Cubs added another outfielder, agreeing to a $1.5 million, one-year contract with Jake Marisnick, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press

White Sox hire Narron as instructor on La Russa’s staff

February 10, 2021 2:35pm CST

Former Texas Rangers and Cincinnati Reds manager Jerry Narron was hired by the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday as a major league instructor on manager Tony La Russa’s staff.

Cubs' Hoyer: Wrigley Field must be place for women to thrive

February 8, 2021 5:04pm CST

The Cubs might conduct more thorough background checks when deciding hires in the wake of sexual harassment accusations against former director of pro scouting Jared Porter.