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Ken Holtzman, former MLB star who won multiple World Series titles, dead at 78

April 16, 2024

Ken Holtzman, former MLB star who won multiple World Series titles, dead at 78

Former MLB star pitcher Ken Holtzman, who played for the Chicago Cubs and Oakland Athletics among others during his career, has died. He was 78.

Sammy Sosa walks out of media session after he's asked about steroids: 'Not a question I expected'

March 15, 2024

Sammy Sosa walks out of media session after he's asked about steroids: 'Not a question I expected'

Former MLB slugger Sammy Sosa has long been tied to performance-enhancing drugs, but he has consistently denied he used them during his career.

MLB All-Star Cody Bellinger doesn't get $200M asking price, settles with Cubs on 3-year deal: reports

February 25, 2024

MLB All-Star Cody Bellinger doesn't get $200M asking price, settles with Cubs on 3-year deal: reports

Cody Bellinger, who was hoping to cash in on a long-term deal at $200 million, settled on a three-year pact with the Chicago Cubs for a reported $80 million.

Cubs great Ryne Sandberg reveals cancer diagnosis

January 22, 2024

Cubs great Ryne Sandberg reveals cancer diagnosis

Chicago Cubs great Ryne Sandberg announced he was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer over the weekend. He asked for prayers as he goes into battle.

Cubs make big free agency splash, reach tentative deal with Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga: reports

January 9, 2024

Cubs make big free agency splash, reach tentative deal with Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga: reports

The Chicago Cubs appear to have landed highly sought-after left-handed pitcher, Shota Imanaga. The Japanese pitching star previously signed a deal with the Dodgers.

Expos Hall of Famer Andre Dawson wants cap on Cooperstown plaque changed

November 28, 2023

Expos Hall of Famer Andre Dawson wants cap on Cooperstown plaque changed

Andre Dawson has informed the Baseball Hall of Fame, again, of his wish to have his cap changed from a Montreal Expos hat to that of the Chicago Cubs.

Craig Counsell admits he 'underestimated emotion' from Brewers after taking Cubs manager role

November 13, 2023

Craig Counsell admits he 'underestimated emotion' from Brewers after taking Cubs manager role

Craig Counsell was introduced as the Chicago Cubs new manager on Monday, and he admitted the reaction from the Milwaukee Brewers and its fan base was "underestimated."

Brewers owner throws shade at Craig Counsell same day sign with former manager's name found vandalized at park

November 7, 2023

Brewers owner throws shade at Craig Counsell same day sign with former manager's name found vandalized at park

Milwaukee Brewers owner Mark Attanasio called out former manager Craig Counsell after Counsell made a shocking deal to become the Chicago Cubs' next manager.

Cubs land division rival's manager in shock hire: reports

November 6, 2023

Cubs land division rival's manager in shock hire: reports

Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell will reportedly leave the team to become the Chicago Cubs' skipper in a shocking move that surprised the baseball world on Monday.

Cubs employee hospitalized after coming into contact with 'foreign substance' next to Wrigley Field

October 11, 2023

Cubs employee hospitalized after coming into contact with 'foreign substance' next to Wrigley Field

A Chicago Cubs employee was hospitalized Tuesday after he came into contact with what the ballclub described as a "foreign substance" that caused a reaction.