MLB organizations will soon be limited to 180 players. Here’s a way the Cubs could ‘Respect 180’
It’s a nod to Joe Maddon’s "Respect 90" slogan.
Cubs historical sleuthing: Late 1930s edition
This one... well, there’s a long story.
MLB players insist there should be a 162-game season in 2021
This is not going to end well.
MLB is officially recognizing the Negro Leagues as major leagues
This is a big deal.
Scott Boras says Kris Bryant will likely stay with the Cubs in 2021
I know, I know, it’s Scott Boras... but he is KB’s agent.
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Here you will always be able to find the most up-to-date information on who the Cubs are playing, when and where, and what TV channel you can find the game on.
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Outside The Confines: The Scott Boras show goes virtual
The sports super agent always finds a way to get his audience.
Baseball history unpacked, December 16
Scenes from the rich tapestry of the game.
Cubs historical sleuthing: Dave Kingman edition
Turns out there’s another story to tell you about this photo besides the date of the game.
Cubs free agent target: Jackie Bradley Jr.
He’d be a good fit — and the team is apparently interested.
MLB’s playoffs are likely going to be permanently expanded
And why are they going to do this? TV money, of course.
Cubs historical sleuthing: Pete Rose edition
You might not think there are enough clues here, but you just have to know how to look.
MLB turns the screws on MiLB, demanding teams sign nondisclosure and indemnification agreements
This is what disaster capitalism looks like in baseball
The Cleveland Indians will have a new name. What should it be?
You make the call.
Outside The Confines: The Cleveland TBDs
Looks like this little column isn’t the only one getting a new name this year.
The Cubs should sign Mitch Horacek
He’s a smart guy who might have figured out how to pitch.
Cubs historical sleuthing: 1960s scoreboard edition
There’s a lot of great detail in this photo.
Cubs historical sleuthing: Another view of 1966 spring training
There’s a surprisingly large number of photos from the one year of camp at Long Beach.
Cub Tracks points to ominous places
#Cubs and #MLB news you can use.
MLB’s realignment of the minor leagues will move Iowa out of the Pacific Coast League
Iowa wasn’t near the Pacific Coast, but this will still mean a change in the teams they play.
The Cubs are still interested in bringing Jon Lester back
And other comments from Jed Hoyer.
Outside The Confines: So much for Winter Meetings excitement
The quiet offseason continues.
Baseball history unpacked, December 11
A gigantic day, historically. Seriously — check it out.
Cubs historical sleuthing: Fergie Jenkins edition
A video slice of the Hall of Famer I hadn’t seen before.
MLB moves to decimate baseball in dozens of communities
The Commissioner’s Office really wants you to think they care, but you should watch their actions, not their PR blitz
Cubs select RHP Gray Fenter from Orioles in Rule 5 Draft
And, the Cubs didn’t lose any key minor leaguers to other teams.
Yu Darvish named to All-MLB team
An honor for the Cubs righthander. Now, should they trade him?
1989 Cubs Historical Heroes and Goats: Part 4
The Cubs look to bounce back after a rotten week
The Cubs officially invite four minor-league teams to be 2021 affiliates
It’s part of MLB’s realignment of the minors.
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The @cubs Scouting Report on Ernie Banks, who was playing for the Monarchs. His mgr. was Buck O’Neil. Interesting that the previous Pro Experience, response was “No, has been with the Monarchs!” @fergieajenkins @MLB @Royals @Sut_ESPN @JPosnanski @MLB_PLAYERS @Buster_ESPN RT pic.twitter.com/iUEbKR16Zg
— Bob Kendrick (@nlbmprez) November 23, 2020