Arrieta vs Hill as NLCS shifts to Los Angeles

Back in spring training, Joe Maddon cornered Jake Arrieta for a frank conversation about his workload during the upcoming season.

Montero's PH slam lifts Cubs over Dodgers 8-4 in NLCS opener

Miguel Montero snapped an eighth-inning tie with the third pinch-hit grand slam in postseason history, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 8-4 in their NL Championship Series opener Saturday night.

Extra weekend CTA service planned for Cubs NLCS games, events

The Chicago Transit Authority will provide extra service this weekend for Cubs games, the Bears game and United Center events.

Baez putting on show for Cubs on playoff stage

Javier Baez is putting on quite a show for the Chicago Cubs. And he just might be turning these playoffs into his personal stage.

Cubs, Dodgers get ready for Game 1 of NLCS

Joe Maddon was driving his RV through Virginia two years ago when he got the news. Andrew Friedman was leaving Tampa Bay to take over the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Cubs, Indians, Dodgers, Jays aim to end decades-old droughts

Wherever he goes these days, Dodgers outfielder Andre Ethier runs into friends, neighbors and total strangers who want to talk.

Cubs to start Lester in NLCS Game 1

The Cubs will start Jon Lester in Game 1 of the NL Championship Series, and the rest of their rotation depends on the health of Kyle Hendricks.

Curses, shmurses: Kids confident in Chicago Cubs

Kaitlin Reap didn't listen when her dad tried to warn her about the lifetime of misery waiting for her if she cheered for the Chicago Cubs.

Cubs wait to see who they'll meet in NLCS

Best in the majors this season, the Chicago Cubs cleared their first big October hurdle. Now, they wait to see who's next.

Cubs enter second straight NLCS ready for more

Donning fresh postseason victory gear, the Chicago Cubs gathered on the mound and posed for a group photo.

Cubs rally for 4 runs in 9th, beat Giants 6-5 to win NLDS

Javier Baez's tiebreaking single capped a four-run rally in the ninth inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Francisco Giants 6-5 on Tuesday night in Game 4 to win their NL Division Series.

Giants top Cubs 6-5 in 13 to force Game 4 in NLDS

Kris Bryant hit a tying, two-run homer off San Francisco closer Sergio Romo in the ninth inning, Albert Almora Jr. made a game-saving catch moments later and the Chicago Cubs were tied 5-5 with the Giants after 10 innings Monday night in Game 3 of their NL Division Series.

Lester, Baez help Cubs blank Giants 1-0 in NLDS opener

Jon Lester outpitched Johnny Cueto with eight sparkling innings, Javier Baez homered in the eighth and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Francisco Giants 1-0 in a tense Game 1 of their NL Division Series on Friday night.

Wood homers as Cubs beat Giants 5-2 for 2-0 NLDS lead

Travis Wood took over when starter Kyle Hendricks got hurt and became the first relief pitcher since 1924 to hit a postseason home run, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the San Francisco Giants 5-2 Saturday night for 2-0 NL Division Series lead.

Chicago, San Francisco mayors make wager over Cubs, Giants

Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee have made a friendly wager on the playoff series between the Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants.

Samardzija to start Game 2 for Giants

San Francisco right-hander Jeff Samardzija will make his second postseason appearance in the same place he began his major league career.

Notre Dame College Prep community forms "W" to salute the Chicago Cubs

The students, faculty and staff of Notre Dame College Prep formed a "W" today, October 7, 2016 to salute the Chicago Cubs who begin the National League Division Series at home against the San Francisco Giants at 8 pm.