Cubs News, Rumors & Analysis
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Rambling Notes: Craig Counsell Spoke with David Ross, AJ Preller Hasn’t Heard from Jed Hoyer, Matt Mervis in Limbo
It’s a fairly slow day as far as news and rumors go, so I figured I’d slap together a few…
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As Expected, Cubs Unlikely to Engage Marcus Stroman in Reunion Talks
The Cubs weren’t willing to engage Marcus Stroman and agent Brodie Van Wagenen in extension talks during the season, and…
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Cubs ‘Plan to Be Involved’ in Shohei Ohtani Process After Coming Close in 2017
We’ve previously discussed the idea that multiple opposing executives believe the Cubs are a “sleeper pick” to land Shohei Ohtani,…
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David Ross Expresses Bittersweet Gratitude in First Public Comments Since Cubs Dismissal
Given the nature of the situation, I’m surprised David Ross was willing to offer any public comments so soon after…
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The Rundown: Counsell Hiring Signals Hoyer’s Commitment to Win, Boras Talks Belli, Stomach Bug Ends GM Meetings
“We left wins on the table.” – Jed Hoyer If you’re wondering why Craig Counsell is the new Cubs manager,…
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Keep an Eye on Rhys Hoskins as Cubs Seek to Solidify First Base
The Cubs will attempt to address both corner infield spots in some form or fashion over the next few months,…
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GM Meetings End Early Due to Rampant Stomach Bug
Sounds like Scott Boras’s verbal diarrhea is contagious. Rumblings at the GM BM Meetings in Phoenix came from more than…
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Cubs Having Christopher Morel Work at 1B to ‘See How He Reacts’
Jed Hoyer has spoken more than once about finding a more regular spot in the field for Christopher Morel, with…
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Scott Boras Says Cubs Will Need to Loosen Belts to Keep Full Belli, Also Talks Soto & Alonso
No one loves a crowd more than Scott Boras, and he got yet another opportunity to regale the assembled media…
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Craig Counsell Explains ‘Scary’ Decision to Accept New Challenge with Cubs
The Cubs won’t officially introduce Craig Counsell as their new manager until Monday, but that doesn’t mean all the parties…
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