American baseball player, catcher
Column: Will offseason plans pan out for the Cubs and White Sox? Check back in October.
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/28/opening-day-cubs-white-sox/
Finally, one of Scott Boras’s strays finds a home: Cody Bellinger returns to the Cubs for a good time, not a long time
deadspin.com/cody-bellinger-chicago-cubs-scott-boras-mlb-rob-manfred-1851286138
Quick Glance: Cody Bellinger returns: Chicago Cubs sign left-handed outfielder again
- The Chicago Cubs have signed outfielder Cody Bellinger to a three-year, $80 million deal.
- Bellinger, 28, will earn $30 million in each of the first two years and $20 million in the third year.
- A reunion between the Cubs and Bellinger felt inevitable after a stellar season.
- Adding Bellinger strengthens the Cubs' lineup and provides flexibility.
Rosenthal: In first season as Cubs manager, Craig Counsell is challenging team’s status quo
theathletic.com/5298920/2024/02/26/chicago-cubs-craig-counsell-rosenthal/
Paid articlePaid
Cubs are getting to know what Craig Counsell is all about: Pitching coach Tommy Hottovy on new manager Craig Counsell: "He’s on top of a lot of things."
theathletic.com/5296346/2024/02/24/chicago-cubs-craig-counsell-spring-training/
Paid articlePaid Column: Chicago Cubs Chairman Tom Ricketts has a new ‘guy’ and believes Craig Counsell will be the one
chicagotribune.com/2024/02/20/chicago-cubs-tom-ricketts-craig-counsell/
How Craig Counsell, ‘The chicken runs at midnight’ and a Chicago sports-radio host connect
theathletic.com/5211973/2024/01/25/craig-counsell-chicken-chicago-cubs/
The summer I dwelt in marble halls: The discovery of a cache of long-lost love letters might be an over-familiar inspiration for a memoir ...
spectator.co.uk/article/the-summer-i-dwelt-in-marble-halls/
The curious case of Cody Bellinger: Which version of the slugger will a team get?
foxsports.com/stories/mlb/the-curious-case-of-cody-bellinger
Baseball conflicted in aftermath of Craig Counsell’s ‘managerial Hunger Games’: One current manager encapsulated the reaction within the industry: "Hate it for ...
theathletic.com/5042389/2023/11/08/craig-counsell-baseball-industry-conflict/
Quick Glance: Cubs hire Craig Counsell: Successful MLB manager joins Brewers' NL Central rival
- The Chicago Cubs have hired Craig Counsell as their next manager, a surprising decision confirmed by CBS Sports HQ's Jim Bowden.
- Counsell's highly sought-after move means he is leaving the Milwaukee Brewers after nine seasons.
- He passed up the opportunity to manage the New York Mets (who hired Carlos Mendoza on Monday) and will replace Cubs manager David Ross.
- He was strongly linked to the Mets, Brewers, and Cleveland Guardians.
Column: Will the Chicago Cubs have to do more with less under Craig Counsell? Takeaways from a lukewarm hot stove league.
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-craig-counsell-pat-murphy-20231217-3jv3j2ucizdlnmr4z2qvsp7sem-story.html
Column: Craig Counsell’s strong first impression shows why the Chicago Cubs made the right call
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-craig-counsell-jed-hoyer-20231113-qxfpfd4aojcihgqwc7kejfdyg4-story.html
Column: Some unsolicited advice for Craig Counsell on handling his first year as Chicago Cubs manager
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-craig-counsell-advice-20231116-hbsh6jtconajtn2fhtifylk7i4-story.html
Vincenzo Mario Santoro: Here’s why the Chicago Cubs had to move on from manager David Ross
chicagotribune.com/opinion/commentary/ct-opinion-cubs-manager-david-ross-20231115-stxy7jikl5g5zksyomv277iygq-story.html
David Ross reflects after Chicago Cubs firing: 'I get mad from time to time': Ross said "I get mad from time to time, but I have a lot to be thankful for" about ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2023/11/09/david-ross-fired-chicago-cubs-manager-craig-counsell/71519677007/
Chicago Cubs coaches Chris Young and Craig Driver won’t return to manager David Ross’ staff in 2024
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-chris-young-craig-driver-20231011-jluqc2y5dvecbkvvlyhsshnr5y-story.html
In Cleveland, MLB’s longest and quietest title drought reaches 75 seasons: “It’s been a long time. I don’t think people talk about it. They should talk about it ...
theathletic.com/4947543/2023/10/11/cleveland-guardians-drought-75-years/
Paid articlePaid ‘I honestly thought it went into my glove’: Chicago Cubs suffer devastating 7-6 loss on Seiya Suzuki’s error
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-seiya-suzuki-20230927-em6gw75svrdn5mxpn4aqwkee7i-story.html
Quick Glance: Cubs' Seiya Suzuki's Costly Error Leads to Crucial Loss against Braves
- The Cubs blow a six-run lead against the Braves in a painful loss.
- Suzuki's error on a routine fly ball allows two runs, turning the Cubs' lead into a deficit.
- Of course, Suzuki isn't the only player to blame for the Cubs' meltdown.
- The Cubs' loss also secures the top wild-card spot for the Phillies and reduces their lead over the Marlins.
Column: The Chicago Cubs are in a tailspin despite a 6-0 win. Someone notify David Ross and Marquee Sports Network.
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-david-ross-20230922-vo4uwkqyq5bg5lqw7rplkrirw4-story.html
Why Chicago Cubs manager David Ross continues to stick with Ian Happ in the No. 3 spot
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-ian-happ-david-ross-20230826-akuiyi6gwrefjdsg4qyepgx4qy-story.html
Cubs send strong message about manager David Ross: The Cubs had a roller-coaster season in 2023. The club entered the campaign with a projected win total of just ...
yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/cubs_send_strong_message_about_manager_david_ross/s1_13237_39362897
Column: Clues for the Chicago Cubs’ late-season collapse were right in front of our eyes all along
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-collapse-jed-hoyer-20231006-rvpokljgvvel3oci6qeaszc6li-story.html
Column: Bullpen collapses in the midst of a playoff race are nothing new for the Chicago Cubs — and their fans
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-bullpen-implosions-20230929-eokqes4u5fbfjgtqepjav5fdee-story.html
Cubs look to continue success vs. Pirates: The visiting Chicago Cubs, in the thick of a chase for a playoff spot, go for a series win against the Pittsburgh ...
reuters.com/sports/baseball/cubs-look-continue-success-vs-pirates-2023-08-27/
Quick Glance: Chicago Cubs' 2021 1st-Round Pick Jordan Wicks Makes MLB Debut Against Pittsburgh Pirates
- Jordan Wicks, the Chicago Cubs' 2021 first-round draft pick, will make his major-league debut against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.
- Armed with a dangerous changeup, Wicks' journey reached the big leagues Saturday night at PNC Park where he made his MLB debut against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- Wicks became the fourth starter in Cubs history dating back to 1901 to record at least nine strikeouts in his MLB debut.
- The Cubs hope Fulmer will only need a short stint on the 15-day IL, just like Justin Steele did with his forearm strain in June.
Playoff push ‘refreshing’ for Chicago Cubs, who get a career-high 7 innings from Javier Assad in 6-2 road win
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-david-ross-playoffs-20230812-ya7y5elpmjgfdfav22xaxncafa-story.html
David Ross’ comments after Chicago Cubs’ series loss rile Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton: ‘It’s unfortunate’
chicagotribune.com/sports/ct-chicago-cubs-david-ross-pittsburgh-pirates-20230923-ikcdtpsqirecxfvkwy7m63wsr4-story.html
Column: Why this Chicago Cubs season can’t be considered a success if they miss the playoffs — even with their midseason turnaround
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-wild-card-race-jed-hoyer-20230920-kxixeve7lrhnnewl4lkbx3gtiq-story.html
Column: With Cody Bellinger staying and Jeimer Candelario en route, the Chicago Cubs are ready to make their move
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-trade-deadline-jed-hoyer-20230731-up75un7rfva23bc7qm7sfdvk2i-story.html
The Cubs are doing their best to piss away their wildcard spot: The Northside 9 are finding all the ways to not win
deadspin.com/cubs-choke-2023-1850847463
Pete Crow-Armstrong makes 2 sensational catches in his 1st big-league start, but Chicago Cubs fall short in 6-4 loss
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-pete-crow-armstrong-20230913-5xyx4cf2uza5pifjssaxv3xygi-story.html
Cody Bellinger's surge spurred Cubs to buy at trade deadline. Should they buy his comeback long term?
foxsports.com/stories/mlb/cody-bellingers-surge-prompted-cubs-to-buy-at-trade-deadline-should-they-buy-his-rebound-long-term
Chicago baseball report: A wild week for the White Sox, a big home series set-up for the Cubs — and September call-ups
chicagotribune.com/sports/ct-chicago-baseball-report-cubs-white-sox-20230828-hewpc7k7are6fbhlzpkhlbpwyy-story.html
Chicago Cubs — now back in playoff contention — need Drew Smyly to start getting better results
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-drew-smyly-20230808-ugidrx3zzzcolejtugrrzuer2m-story.html
Column: Up next for the red-hot Chicago Cubs? A measuring-stick series for October against the MLB-best Atlanta Braves.
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-cincinnati-reds-playoffs-20230804-xlsd5gww2jhqza6c5s2ktbj33m-story.html
Cubs' Marcus Stroman looms large as Cardinals brace for Game 2: Marcus Stroman is on quite a run of success for the Chicago Cubs, who are also playing some of ...
reuters.com/sports/baseball/cubs-marcus-stroman-looms-large-cardinals-brace-game-2-2023-06-25/
Watch: Cubs' Mike Tauchman saves game, robs Cardinals of walk-off home run in final at-bat
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/cubs/2023/07/28/cubs-mike-tauchman-robs-walk-off-homer-cardinals/70491080007/
Column: How will this roller-coaster season end for the Chicago Cubs? It’s anyone’s guess.
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-jed-hoyer-david-ross-20230729-fbydbxxkfrdmlk7nt7wwypodjy-story.html
Column: Cody Bellinger increases his trade value as the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals appear ready for clearance deals
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-st-louis-cardinals-20230721-heg46efrxbbr3duoiphadxvn3q-story.html
Chicago Cubs score 14 runs in the final two innings for a blowout comeback win over the Washington Nationals
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-patrick-wisdom-seiya-suzuki-20230719-oewz6yim3vg5flbd3ysxmfklwa-story.html
Column: Two years after the great sell-off, are the Chicago Cubs in a better position?
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-david-ross-playoffs-20230719-4zttqfmsfjbmjnsb3fkyvrxxfq-story.html
Chicago baseball report: Cubs, White Sox face a key week for trade deadline preparations
chicagotribune.com/sports/ct-chicago-baseball-report-cubs-white-sox-20230717-sv2ownbabrhcrd3ulem2mwai34-story.html
Cubs manager David Ross criticizes, with expletives, decision to close Brewers stadium roof
jsonline.com/story/sports/mlb/brewers/2023/07/05/cubs-manager-david-ross-upset-with-brewers-roof-closure-during-game/70382881007/
Quick Glance: 'Roofgate' Adds Intrigue to Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers Rivalry
- Milwaukee Brewers closed the roof at American Family Field, leading to criticism from Cubs manager David Ross.
- The process of closing the roof takes several minutes and is usually done only when there is a possibility of rain.
- According to MLB's 'universal' ground rules, a home team with a retractable roof has the option to open or close it at the beginning of games.
- The reasons behind the Brewers' decision to close the roof during the game were unknown.
A wild 11-inning win slows a Chicago Cubs slide that featured jet lag, air pollution, rain delays — and on-field breakdowns
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-collapse-nl-central-20230704-uzi2xnbajjc7ddxa64byiii6sy-story.html
Column: In a ‘must-win’ game in divisional series, Cubs suffer devastating loss in front of Chicago-centric Milwaukee crowd
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-milwaukee-brewers-20230703-vklu33mlivfwfmmaoat64m3coe-story.html
Column: Chicago Cubs ride the Wrigley wave to their 5th straight win. ‘We’re playing a good brand of baseball.’
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-chicago-cubs-baltimore-orioles-justin-steele-20230617-tcvix7x2pjembdm64bmxvehnay-story.html
3 takeaways from the Chicago Cubs’ 4-6 West Coast trip, including Seiya Suzuki’s vague injury and Christopher Morel’s power
chicagotribune.com/sports/cubs/ct-cb-chicago-cubs-seiya-suzuki-christopher-morel-20230613-abazogga4jctxdkt4nfgyfs3mq-story.html
New to NewsWall?
Sign up now to get your own personalized news!
Trending topics