AP source: MLB owners approve plan to start season in July

Major League Baseball operations had been previously suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and it was unclear when, and if, gameplay would resume in 2020.

Former Chicago Cubs general manager Saltwell dies

Eldred “Salty” Saltwell, who worked in a variety of roles including general manager and vice president over 30 years with the Chicago Cubs, has died, the team said Tuesday. He was 96.

Woman hit in face by ball at Wrigley sues Cubs, MLB

A woman who was struck in the face by a foul ball during a Chicago Cubs game at Wrigley Field two years ago has filed a lawsuit against the team and Major League Baseball.

Cubs foursome sharing house, experiences awaiting start of baseball season

When the coronavirus pandemic stopped spring training last month, Ian Happ offered Nico Hoerner, Zack Short and Dakota Mekkes a place to stay if they wanted to remain in Arizona.

Former Cubs manager Jim Frey dies at age 88

Jim Frey, who managed the Kansas City Royals to the 1980 AL pennant and the Chicago Cubs to within one win of the 1984 World Series, has died. He was 88.

White Sox pitcher and radio broadcaster Ed Farmer dead at 70

Ed Farmer rooted for the White Sox growing up on Chicago’s South Side and went on to become an All-Star reliever for them.

Cubs-Cardinals series in London canceled due to coronavirus

The series, which was to take place in London on June 13 and June 14, has been canceled due to coronavirus concerns.

White Sox option Kopech to Triple-A Charlotte

The Chicago White Sox optioned right-hander Michael Kopech to Triple-A Charlotte.

Jason Heyward donates $200K to Chicago-based organizations for COVID-19 relief

The donations will be equally distributed to two charitable organizations: MASK Chicago, which is collecting supplies and meals for families affected by the virus, and Greater Chicago Food Depository.

As pro-Chicago sports put on hold due to coronavirus, local businesses worry

Professional sports games are being put on hold as the U.S. rushes to stop the spread of the coronavirus, meaning the start of baseball season in Chicago -- which is a celebrated spring tradition -- is being delayed.

NBA, MLB, NHL, MLS closing locker rooms amid coronavirus scare

The NBA, NHL, Major League Baseball and Major League Soccer are closing access to locker rooms and clubhouses to all non-essential personnel in response to the coronavirus crisis.