The Philadelphia Phillies boast a roster that places them squarely in discussions about the World Series, fueled by their recent appearances in back-to-back NLCS and a trip to the World Series just two years prior. With a bolstered lineup, the Phillies aim to reclaim their former glory this season, although they face stiff competition from…
Former Chicago Cubs right fielder Sammy Sosa returned to Chicago for the first time in years, marking a significant moment for Cubs fans eagerly awaiting his presence. Sosa appeared on “The Steve Cochran Show” before engaging in various events around the city. During his interview with Cochran, Sosa discussed the possibility of reconciling with the…
Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon has yet to participate in an official spring training game this year, and manager Craig Counsell acknowledges that Taillon may not have sufficient time to prepare for Opening Day. Counsell tells Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune that Taillon is likely to start the season on the injured list. Taillon experienced…
Throughout spring training, the Chicago Cubs have been evaluating various pitchers to determine the fifth starter in their rotation. However, with recent news of Jameson Taillon’s injury, the team may need to further assess their pitching options. Taillon’s injury, which caused him to be scratched from his Saturday start, has not shown signs of improvement,…
Throughout the entire offseason, the headlines were dominated by the ongoing saga between the Chicago Cubs and Cody Bellinger. Focused on financial matters, it seemed unlikely for a while that the former MVP would return, leaving a significant gap in their lineup that Bellinger had filled the previous year. However, the saga finally concluded with…
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell officially declared Justin Steele as the Opening Day starter for the 2024 season on Saturday. The left-handed pitcher is set to take the mound on March 28 when the Cubs visit the reigning World Series champions, the Texas Rangers. Despite the national spotlight of the ESPN-televised game, the pressure shouldn’t…
After enduring a 108-year wait for a World Series title, Chicago Cubs fans may not have to endure such a lengthy hiatus for the next championship victory. With the strength of their farm system, the Cubs could potentially clinch another title before the decade concludes. According to MLB Pipeline, Chicago’s minor-league system hasn’t boasted this…
Every Cubs enthusiast hopes for Caleb Kilian’s triumph. There might be differing opinions on whether he should excel as a starter or reliever, but there’s no denying his potential to become a high-caliber pitcher in the major leagues. However, Kilian’s progress might face a setback as he exited the game with an unspecified injury during…
The Chicago Cubs made a significant offseason acquisition by re-signing slugger Cody Bellinger for the 2024 season, a move that bolstered their lineup and addressed a void in left-handed hitting and power left by his departure in free agency. Despite initial expectations of a lucrative contract, Bellinger returned to the Cubs on an $80 million…
The duration of the contract could extend up to three years, contingent upon Bellinger’s handling of the options. Although Bellinger inked a lucrative three-year, $80 million agreement, it’s improbable he’ll see it through to the end. This is because Bellinger has control over the options starting from the 2024 season, during which he is set…