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.

Cubs' Yu Darvish feeling better after sick day

Amid widespread concern about the coronavirus, Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish decided to be extra careful after he developed a cough this week.

Cubs' Ian Happ says minor league stay made him better

Ian Happ was a top prospect. Then he had a very uncertain future after he was sent down to the minors again. Then he made his way back to the Chicago Cubs.

White Sox announce $70M, 5-year deal with Yoán Moncada

The Chicago White Sox announced their $70 million, five-year contract with Yoán Moncada on Friday,

White Sox think CF Robert is headed for stardom

Luis Robert’s first spring training homer looked like a drive into the gap — right before it flew over the wall in left-center. And the Cuban slugger made it look so easy.

Kris Bryant ruling: Cubs did nothing 'nefarious'

Arbitrator Mark Irvings accepted Theo Epstein's rationale for delaying Kris Bryant's debut at the start of the 2015 season, concluding there was no proof of "a nefarious motive."

New Angels manager Joe Maddon sees Cubs for 1st time since exit

Joe Maddon hugged Anthony Rizzo, shared an in-game microphone with Kris Bryant, slapped hands with the Cubs' mascot and drew a warm reception from the Chicago fans at Sloan Park.

Luis Robert, Carter Kieboom among MLB rookies to watch

The 22-year-old Robert joins a formidable White Sox lineup after agreeing to a $50 million, six-year contract in January.

AP: MLB appoints 1st black umpire crew chief

Major League Baseball has appointed its first African American umpire crew chief, promoting Kerwin Danley to the position this week, The Associated Press has learned.

'It's a girl!' Chicago Cubs infielder helps with couple's gender reveal

An Indiana couple found out they were having a baby girl after Chicago Cubs infielder David Bote helped with their gender reveal at a spring training game on February 25.

Healthy again, Cubs' Souza Jr. aiming for regular OF role

Steven Souza Jr. played in his third spring training game Wednesday, trying to make the most of an opportunity for quality playing time in the outfield for the Chicago Cubs this season.

Kipnis chasing Cubs’ 2nd base job, mentoring Hoerner

The two-time All-Star spent his entire nine-year career in Cleveland, amassing nearly 100 postseason at-bats.