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Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15
Former Cubs pitcher Jon Lester can’t help but roast Anthony Rizzo while also praising his TV prowess
Anthony Rizzo was one of the faces of the Chicago Cubs during his time with the franchise. After playing with the New York Yankees at the end of his career, Rizzo retired as a member of the Cubs.
Athletics News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 28
Ranger Suárez Notches Red Sox Feat Not Seen Since Jon Lester
Monday night was the epitome of why the Boston Red Sox spent $130 million on Ranger Suárez. Facing the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays, Suárez pitched with his hair on fire.
Athletics News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 13
Chicago Cubs history unpacked, April 13 
Free of charge for the discerning reader. RIP to The Bird. Jon Lester* attempts a pickoff. Today in baseball history: 1926 – In one of the greatest Opening Day pitchers’ duels ever, Walter Johnson of the Washington Senators defeats Eddie Rommel and the Philadelphia Athletics, 1-0, in a 15-inning battle.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 24
Ex-Cubs’ World Series winner has strong 2027 Hall of Fame chances
Throughout the history of the Chicago Cubs, they have accumulated quite an impressive collection of Hall of Famers with their names now in Cooperstown.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 16
Jon Lester, Jody Davis and Vince Lloyd will join the Cubs Hall of Fame
Chicago Cubs Executive Chairman Tom Ricketts announced at Friday night’s Cubs Convention Opening Ceremony that former Cubs catcher Jody Davis and pitcher Jon Lester will be inducted into the Cubs Hall of Fame this year.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 16
Chicago Cubs 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees Revealed
The 2026 Chicago Cubs Convention will be underway today, and the 10th anniversary of the Cubs' World Series team will bring nostalgia unlike any other convention.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 18
Cubs position player pitchers: David Ross
Before he was Cubs manager for four years, before he was a World Series hero, before he was “Grandpa Rossy,” David Ross was just another Cubs backup catcher.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 22
Chicago Cubs history unpacked, October 22 — Three-Finger Brown*, Javier Baez, Jon Lester
On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths.
San Francisco Giants News / Yardbarker / July 22, 2025
Way-too-early Baseball Hall of Fame projections for 2026, 2027, 2028
While the 2025 class is preparing to be officially inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., it's worth peeking ahead to see which MLB stars could find their places among baseball's immortals over the next three years.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / March 15, 2025
Cubs Release Mini-Documentary on Former Star's Heroic Walk-Off
The date was July 31, 2016. The Chicago Cubs had split the first two games of a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners at Wrigley Field. Starting pitcher Jon Lester, who had thrown six scoreless innings with seven strikeouts two days earlier in a 12-1 Cubs win, thought he had the day off to relax in the dugout.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 22, 2024
Looking Back at Chicago Cubs Starting Pitcher Who Was Postseason Hero
It has been a while since the Chicago Cubs were playing baseball deep into October. 2024 was the fourth straight year that they missed the postseason. 2017 is the last time that they won a playoff series, as they took home the World Series in 2016, ending their insanely long drought.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 22, 2024
Chicago Cubs Legend Jon Lester Reveals Feelings Over Team Firing David Ross
When the Chicago Cubs landed Jon Lester, it was one of the biggest moves in franchise history. During a time when it looked possible that the Cubs could finally get to the top, they did what they had to do to add to their young, talented roster at the time.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 19, 2024
Former Chicago Cubs Star Jon Lester Following in David Ross' Footsteps
There are few recent Chicago Cubs players that are as near and dear to the hearts of the fans as starting pitcher Jon Lester. Lester was a huge part of making the Cubs a contender again and was a key part of their 2016 World Series win.
MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / April 19, 2024
Tee Up with the Stars: Greg Maddux, Jon Lester, and AJ Pierzynski Swing for Charity at The Invited Celebrity Classic
This weekend, the greens of Las Colinas Country Club in suburban Dallas will not only host the swings of seasoned PGA Tour Champions but also the competitive spirits of some of Chicago's own baseball icons at The Invited Celebrity Classic.
Boston Red Sox News / Boston Sports Journal / March 6, 2024
Stars come out to bring some pop and experience to Red Sox spring training
There’s an old saying: in case of emergency, break out the stars of the 2000s. The guest list this week at Red Sox spring training is rivaling — or maybe exceeding — the stars the team usually trots out at Winter Weekend.
Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 14, 2024
Phillies: Kyle Schwarber recalls awesome advice he received from Jon Lester early in his career
Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber recently appeared on the Starkville podcast, and he was asked what his best piece of advice for a young player that he passed down from when he was an up-and-coming player.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 5, 2024
Cubs World Series Champ Talks Baseball Future
Jon Lester, a former Chicago Cubs pitcher, will attend spring training. This time, the three-time World Series champion will be visiting teams he played on and won't be pitching this time around.
MLB News / Athletics on SI / January 7, 2024
A's History: Jon Lester, Frank Menechino and Joe Keough
With 2024 potentially being the last season of A's baseball in Oakland, it's going to be a season of reflection of all of the memories that we have shared at the Coliseum.
The 'Most strikeouts in the 2010s' quiz
How many of the MLB pitchers with the most strikeouts in the 2010s can you name in five minutes?
St. Louis Cardinals News / Yardbarker / January 12, 2022
Five-time All-Star Jon Lester retires after 16 seasons
After a 16-season career that included five All-Star appearances and three World Series titles, Jon Lester has announced his retirement.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / April 20, 2021
Nationals star OF Juan Soto heads to injured list with strained shoulder
Washington began Tuesday night at 5-9 overall and in last place in the National League East standings.
Washington Nationals News / Yardbarker / March 3, 2021
Nationals pitcher Jon Lester to have thyroid gland removed
Lester was initially scheduled to make his spring training debut on Thursday, but after additional tests, the decision was made for him to undergo surgery.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / December 29, 2020
Report: 'Little indication of progress' toward reunion between Jon Lester, Cubs
In six seasons with the Cubs, Lester has compiled a 77-44 record with a 3.64 ERA and 1.248 WHIP in over 1,000 innings pitched.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 9, 2020
Report: Red Sox not interested in reunion with Jon Lester
During his nine seasons with the Red Sox, Lester won 110 games, was a three-time All-Star and won two World Series titles with the club in 2007 and 2013.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / November 2, 2020
Jon Lester spends $47K on beers for Cubs fans in possible adieu
Jon Lester may have tossed his final game for the Chicago Cubs. If he doesn't return to the team for a seventh season, he certainly went out on a high note with the fans.
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