After a big offseason, the Chicago Cubs figure to be busy when the trade deadline arrives as they look to get back to the postseason for the first time since 2008.
The Cubs' young stars have impressed in the first half of the season and have helped the club remain in the thick of the postseason race. While the team may not have a firm grasp on a playoff spot, it's certainly going to be in contention all year.
While Chicago has plenty of young talent, it may may need to add a few pieces in order to secure a postseason berth. ...
The Chicago Cubs have been rebuilding for years, and this offseason may be the time that the organization decides to make a run at getting back to the postseason.
Although the Cubs finished in last place in the National League Central, they showed some promising signs in the second half of the season. Some of their young players came up and made some noise in the big leagues.
Chicago's starting rotation has some pieces in place, and the bullpen is decent. With young position players coming up and making an impact, the offense may not be too far away. This team could ...
The rebuilding process in Chicago has continued into the 2014 MLB season, so as the July 31 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Cubs should be one of the biggest sellers.
In recent years, the Cubs have just been looking to shed salary by trading away veterans during the season. However, they have some serious trade chips this year that could help speed up the rebuilding process.
As the trade deadline approaches, contenders will be looking to boost their postseason chances by trading for good arms. Perhaps the best arm on the market, Jeff Samardzija, resides in the Windy City.
Chicago has some good, young pieces in ...
The Chicago Cubs have been around for more than a century, but the 2014 season will be the first time in modern history that the franchise will have a mascot.As MLB.com's Carrie Muskat wrote, "Clark" will be introduced this week:
Here's new #Cubs mascot, Clark pic.twitter.com/VYZhLAxzNB— Carrie Muskat (@CarrieMuskat) January 13, 2014
Some teams come up with random mascots, but the Cubs are sticking with what makes sense—a cub.For those wondering, the mascot got its name from Clark and Addison, which is the intersection where Wrigley Field is located.Update: Wednesday, January 15, 2:15 p.m. ETThe Chicago Sun-Times is not a fan of the ...
The Chicago Cubs will go into another offseason looking to continue rebuilding the team, which means it could be a busy winter in the Windy City.
While a few key pieces are locked up, the team does have a couple of free agents who would be good players to bring back. Closer Kevin Gregg and catcher Dioner Navarro did well this year, but it's unknown as to what the future holds for either of them.
The Cubs are in the process of looking for a manager. Whoever the organization chooses to lead the way will say a lot about where this team ...
The Chicago Cubs have a few young stars currently on the roster, but Theo Epstein needs to try to bring free agent pitcher Zack Greinke to the Windy City to speed up the rebuilding process.Chicago was unsuccessful in its attempt to acquire Dan Haren, and ownership should now go after a pitcher who has a better track record.Greinke will demand a big contract as the top pitcher on the market. Josh Hamilton may be the top free agent, but the pitcher will attract more interest. More teams need a star pitcher and at a more affordable price.As a midseason acquisition, ...
The July 31st MLB trade deadline passed with Alfonso Soriano staying put, but the Chicago Cubs need to move him in August.Although Chicago had talks to move Soriano before Tuesday's deadline, they failed to find a suitor for him. The team is in a rebuilding stage and made that clear at the trade deadline. Ryan Dempster, Paul Maholm and Reed Johnson are all gone. The rest of the season will allow the Cubs to evaluate young talent.When he is at his best, Soriano is a very good hitter. He will never be much of a fielder, but a team in the ...
