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5/17/2013 |
Jackson solid, but Cubs drop opener to Mets
The Cubs scored two first-inning runs before New York's Matt Harvey retired 21 of the final 23 batters he faced in Chicago's 3-2 loss at Wrigley Field. Edwin Jackson matched Harvey for much of the afternoon, surrendering big hits but avoiding any rallies.
5/17/2013 |
Cubs, Mets face different issues as series continues
The Cubs, who will send Scott Feldman to the mound against Jeremy Hefner on Saturday, have had trouble late in games. The Mets have scored three runs or fewer in 14 of their past 20 games, going 6-14 over that stretch.
5/17/2013 |
Garza, Cubs pleased with latest rehab start
Matt Garza told the Des Moines Register on Thursday following his most recent rehab start that he's ready to return to the Cubs. Manager Dale Sveum said on Friday that he received "really good" reports on Garza's 75-pitch outing.
5/17/2013 |
Cubs' bullpen taking shape
With right-hander Kyuji Fujikawa off the disabled list, lefty James Russell having allowed only one run and closer Kevin Gregg perfect in save situations, Dale Sveum's bullpen is finally beginning to take shape.
5/17/2013 |
Today's MLB starting lineups: May 17
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs.
5/16/2013 |
Even-keel, low-key Gregg a welcome addition
Since joining the team in mid-April, Kevin Gregg is a perfect 6-for-6 in save opportunities, all while providing veteran leadership and a calming presence in the Cubs' bullpen.
5/15/2013 |
Harvey set for Wrigley debut in Mets-Cubs opener
While Marlon Byrd's reception should be a spectacle for the fans at Wrigley, the Cubs' focus will be figuring out Friday's Mets starter, Matt Harvey. The Mets contemplated when to call up the righty last season, but Harvey's 2013 performance has left little doubt that he belongs. In the opener, Harvey will oppose Edwin Jackson, coming off his first Cubs win.
5/15/2013 |
Samardzija homers, earns first win since Opening Day
Jeff Samardzija hadn't won a game since Opening Day and he took matters into his own hands on Wednesday. Samardzija smacked a two-run home run and struck out seven over eight innings to pick up his first win since April 1, leading the Cubs to a 6-3 victory over the Rockies at Wrigley Field.
5/15/2013 |
Today's MLB starting lineups: May 15
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs.
5/15/2013 |
Club wants Garza to go deeper in Thursday's start
Cubs pitcher Matt Garza will make his fourth Minor League rehab start on Thursday, pitching for Triple-A Iowa. The Cubs hope the right-hander, on the disabled list because of a strained left lat suffered in a Spring Training workout Feb. 17, will be able to go deeper in the game and throw 85-95 pitches.
5/15/2013 |
Refuting report, Marmol happy to be in Chicago
Carlos Marmol could only laugh at an Internet report Wednesday in which someone overheard the Cubs pitcher saying he wanted out of Chicago and a fresh start.
5/15/2013 |
Rizzo candid on Network's 'Intentional Talk'
Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo appeared on MLB Network's "Intentional Talk" and revealed that he had to borrow a belt, that Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer are his "step parents," and he's jealous of Jeff Samardzija's hair.
5/14/2013 |
Garza nears return as Cubs near decision
Matt Garza's next rehab start is Thursday for Triple-A Iowa, and it could be his last, which will create a problem for the Cubs, who have a pretty good rotation right now.
5/14/2013 |
Valbuena expected back in lineup Wednesday
Third baseman Luis Valbuena was expected back in the Cubs' lineup on Wednesday, four days after spraining the little finger on his right hand when he slid into third base.
5/14/2013 |
Hot Stove Cool Music concert on June 21
Theo Epstein, Len Kasper and Peter Gammons will host the second annual Hot Stove Cool Music Chicago benefit concert on June 21 at Wrigleyville's Metro.
5/14/2013 |
Cubs improve with runners in scoring position
The Cubs have finally climbed above the Mendoza line when batting with runners in scoring position. Chicago entered Tuesday's game batting .204 with RISP, still lowest in the Major Leagues. The team leads the National League with 87 doubles and 131 extra-base hits. But they rank 10th in runs scored.
5/14/2013 |
Villanueva hit hard in loss to Rockies
The Cubs need to shift one of the current starters to the bullpen when Matt Garza returns, and Carlos Villanueva may have made the decision easier. Eric Young Jr. hit a two-run homer and Carlos Gonzalez added a solo homer off Villanueva to power the Rockies to a 9-4 victory Tuesday night at Wrigley Field.
5/14/2013 |
Samardzija faces Rox seeking second win
Jeff Samardzija, who hasn't won since Opening Day, will look to return to the victory column against Jon Garland and the Rockies on Wednesday.
5/14/2013 |
Fans can monitor Wrigley restoration online
Fans interested in tracking the restoration of Wrigley Field and showing their support for the project can follow the progress on a new website, WrigleyField.com, which the Cubs launched on Tuesday.
5/14/2013 |
Today's MLB starting lineups: May 14
Every lineup, every day, as they are made public by the clubs.
5/13/2013 |
Garza eyes next rehab start, potentially his last
Matt Garza's next Minor League rehab outing will be Thursday for Triple-A Iowa, and the Cubs will make a decision after that as to whether the right-hander is ready to be activated from the disabled list.
5/13/2013 |
Rizzo's extension continues trend started with Castro
First baseman Anthony Rizzo, 23, is the second young Cubs player to receive a long-term extension. Shortstop Starlin Castro was rewarded with a seven-year, $60 million contract last August.
5/13/2013 |
Samardzija talks contract after Rizzo's extension
Cubs shortstop Starlin Castro signed a long-term deal last August and first baseman Anthony Rizzo received a new contract Monday. What about Jeff Samardzija?
5/13/2013 |
Wood keeps improving in win, but unlikely to change
Travis Wood posted his eighth consecutive quality start and hit an RBI double, one of six by the team, while Alfonso Soriano belted a two-run homer, and Starlin Castro, Nate Schierholtz and David DeJesus all drove in a pair to lift the Cubs to a 9-1 victory Monday night against the Rockies.
5/13/2013 |
Francis hopes Chicago weather cooperates for start
Jeff Francis can count on summer-like weather for Tuesday's game against the Cubs at Wrigley Field, where temperatures are expected to be in the 70s as he opposes Cubs' righty Carlos Villanueva. More Results > |
