Chicago Cubs name Justin Steele opening day starting pitcher

Cubs manager Craig Counsell told reporters the Cubs' 2014 fifth-round MLB draft pick has earned the right to be the opening day starter.

Chicago Cubs finalize Bellinger contract after trading a minor leaguer to the White Sox

The Chicago Cubs finalized Cody Bellinger's $80 million, three-year contract on Tuesday after they traded left-hander Bailey Horn to the White Sox, clearing a spot on their 40-man roster.

Bellinger signs new $80M deal with Chicago Cubs: reports
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Chicago Cubs and Cody Bellinger have agreed to an $80 million, three-year contract, according to ESPN. The 28-yyear-old outfielder has the option to opt-out after the first and second year.

Cody Bellinger is returning to the Cubs on an $80 million, 3-year contract: sources

Cody Bellinger is going back to the Chicago Cubs, agreeing to an $80 million, three-year contract, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.

Free Cubs tickets given away across Chicago

The Chicago Cubs are giving away 2,024 free tickets Thursday at various locations around Chicago.

Cubs giving away 2,024 free tickets across Chicago
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The Chicago Cubs are giving away 2,024 free tickets Thursday at various locations around Chicago.

White Sox owner to meet with Illinois lawmakers about new stadium funding
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A new stadium for the Chicago White Sox may be one step closer to reality. The team's owner is meeting with key Illinois legislators in hopes of securing state funding for a move to the South Loop.

White Sox owner to pitch state legislators new public-funded ballpark
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White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf is expected to meet with state legislators today to ask for roughly $1 billion in public funding to create a new stadium.

Bears, Cubs celebrate Black History Month
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The Chicago Bears and the Chicago Cubs celebrated Black History Month with several events Monday.

Pitcher Liam Hendriks signs 2-year deal with Boston Red Sox: reports

Pitcher Liam Hendriks, who overcame cancer and served as a standout closer for the Chicago White Sox, has agreed to a two-year deal with the Boston Red Sox, according to ESPN.

New Cubs manager Craig Counsell brings optimism to Chicago
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There's new optimism among Cubs fans this spring, and a lot of it involves the new manager. FOX 32's Lou Canellis got a first one-on-one interview with Craig Counsell at spring training and found out coming to Chicago is, in a way, coming home.

White Sox react to playoff predictions amid roster overhaul
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There's a whole new roster with new faces for the White Sox, while all the projections have the South Side team not making the playoffs. FOX 32?s Lou Canellis has more from Glendale on how the Sox are responding to those projections.

New Cubs manager Craig Counsell revels in a fresh start and his full-circle journey

A nine-year stint leading the Milwaukee Brewers comes full circle now as Counsell, the first-year manager of the Chicago Cubs, prepares for his first spring training with the team.

First-year Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell sits down with Lou Canellis to discuss the start of spring training
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Craig Counsell isn't unfamiliar with the Cubs by any means. The former Brewers manager is taking over in Chicago, and likes the foundation that's in place. Counsell sat down with FOX 32 Sports Anchor Lou Canellis to discuss his managing style, the Cubs current roster and more as spring training begins.

White Sox looking at long list of options for starting rotation

Chicago White Sox manager Pedro Grifol plans to start Dylan Cease on opening day next month against Detroit. Of course, that could change.

Cubs make young fans' dreams come true with surprise trip
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There was a special surprise on Monday at Wrigley Field for some young baseball fans. The Chicago Cubs are hooking up three young local hospital patients with a VIP experience.