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Cubs announce deals with OF Pederson, 2 pitchers

February 8, 2021 5:00pm CST

Joc Pederson joined the Chicago Cubs, finalizing a $7 million, one-year contract with the NL Central champions.

Chicago Cubs announce deals with OF Pederson, 2 pitchers

February 5, 2021 7:43pm CST

Joc Pederson joined the Chicago Cubs on Friday, finalizing a one-year contract with the NL Central champions.

Cubs claim INF Alcántara off waivers from Tigers

February 5, 2021 3:31pm CST

Infielder Sergio Alcántara was claimed off waivers by the Chicago Cubs from the Detroit Tigers on Friday.

AP source: White Sox, C Lucroy agree to minor league deal

February 4, 2021 6:48pm CST

The White Sox agreed to a minor league contract with veteran catcher Jonathan Lucroy, giving them another option behind Yasmani Grandal.

White Sox finalize $3 million, 1-year deal with Rodón

February 1, 2021 6:33pm CST

The Chicago White Sox finalized a $3 million, one-year contract with pitcher Carlos Rodón on Monday.

Former MLB pitcher charged in connection with crash that killed two kids

January 30, 2021 6:41pm CST

Prosecutors say Scott Erickson was racing a friend, socialite Rebecca Grossman, when she smashed into 11-year-old Mark Iskander and his 8-year-old brother Jacob. The boys were in a marked crosswalk with their parents. Erickson is charged with misdemeanor reckless driving.

Cubs agree to deal with right-hander Trevor Williams

January 30, 2021 6:09pm CST

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a one-year deal with Trevor Williams, who was designated for assignment by Pittsburgh.

RHP Kohl Stewart agrees to 1-year contract with Chicago Cubs

January 28, 2021 5:13pm CST

Right-hander Kohl Stewart agreed to a one-year contract with the Chicago Cubs on Thursday after he opted out of last season because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Lefty Jon Lester finalizes $5M, 1-year deal with Nationals

January 27, 2021 5:30pm CST

Jon Lester has been a part of three World Series champions and collected nearly 200 wins in the majors. He’s been a five-time All-Star and a Cy Young runner-up.

Austin Romine, Cubs finalize $1.5 million, 1-year contract

January 23, 2021 10:45am CST

The Cubs finalized a $1.5 million, one-year contract with catcher Austin Romine on Saturday.

ChiSox’s Anderson lands video game cover; next up, a ring?

January 21, 2021 7:18pm CST

White Sox star Tim Anderson has landed a spot on the cover of a video game. He wants a World Series ring to go with it.

Hendriks has full no-trade this year, then limited provision

January 18, 2021 6:18pm CST

Liam Hendriks has a full no-trade provision through October in his $54 million, three-year contract with the Chicago White Sox.

Cubs avoid arbitration with Bryant, Báez, Contreras

January 15, 2021 7:49pm CST

The Cubs avoided arbitration with three of their biggest stars, agreeing to one-year deals with third baseman Kris Bryant, shortstop Javier Báez and catcher Willson Contreras on Friday.

White Sox finalize deal with Athletics closer Hendriks

January 15, 2021 1:36pm CST

The Chicago White Sox have finalized a $54 million, three-year deal with Oakland Athletics closer Liam Hendriks, another big move as they set their sights on a championship run.

Kyle Schwarber, Washington Nationals agree to 1-year, $10M deal

January 9, 2021 5:18pm CST

Slugging outfielder Kyle Schwarber has agreed in principle to a one-year, $10 million contract with the Washington Nationals, according to a person familiar with the deal.