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Cubs Win One & Tie the Other at Indian School Park

Rock Shoulders belted a two-run home run and Shawon Dunston Jr doubled twice and scored two runs, but Kentrell Hill rifled a game-tying RBI triple in the bottom of the 7th to enable the Giants to avoid defeat on Field #1, while Ian Dickson and three relievers were combining to toss a three-hit shutout as the Cubs blanked the Giants 1-0 in the other game on Field #2, in a Cactus League...
Via Cub Reporter  |  15 hours ago
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Is Sveum seriously the best that Thoyer could have done?

The pitchforks and torches are out among many Cubs fans (and even the media) after Dale Sveum bunted with two men on and nobody out with a nonpitcher at the plate not once but twice late in yesterday's game. Even worse, ont of those cases was with the Cubs second best hitter, Starlin Castro. Sveum [...]
Via Obstructed View  |  19 hours ago
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Bryan LaHair: Can the Chicago Cubs’ First Baseman Maintain His Success?

Chicago Cubs’ first baseman Bryan LaHair has taken the baseball world by storm this season. The 29-year old Four-A player (someone who is between the Triple-A and MLB level) got the chance to play in September last season for the Cubs, hitting .288 in 69 plate appearances. Although Bryan LaHair was the Opening Day first baseman, many thought he was going to be a stopgap to...
Via Rant Sports  |  21 hours ago
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The Children Are The Future-Cubs Minor League Update Sponsored by Ortho Home Defense

Iowa Anthony Rizzo just keeps mashing as he hit his 12th HR of the year. When he gets here and LaHair moves to LF it might be an interesting offense to watch. Brett Jackson got on base once and made the most of it by stealing 2 bases. Jay Jackson has been moved to the [...]
Via Obstructed View  |  22 hours ago
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Ryan Dempster waiting at the baggage claim from hell.

It's so cruel watching Ryan Dempster pitch one outstanding game after another and still not get his first win of '12.Well, I guess he did give up 4 earned runs so his ERA ballooned to 1.97, but still. He's winless in his last 15 starts.Oh well, the baggage conveyor belt just keeps going and one day it'll spit out a W.Could you believe it when Mitchell Boggs threw...
Via Cub Reporter  |  1 day ago
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Cards get 4 runs off Dempster but fall to Cubs

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Ryan Dempster's winless streak is now at 15 starts. But the Chicago Cubs took a step forward with their luckless pitcher. "It's all right. Baby steps," Dempster said after the Cubs sent the St. Louis Cardinals to their fourth straight loss at home with a 6-4 victory on Monday night. "We got a win when I started a game." Alfonso Soriano...
Via Fox Sports Tennessee  |  1 day ago
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Rock Shoulders the Load at Fitch Park

Rock Shoulders ripped a two-run double, walked twice, and scored a run, Trey Martin drilled a two-run single, and Danny Lockhart laced an RBI triple, leading the Cubs to a 6-2 victory over the Diamondbacks in Cactus League Extended Spring Training action this morning at Fitch Park Field #3 in Mesa, AZ. Micah Gibbs continued his rehab assignment, catching for the first seven innings...
Via Cub Reporter  |  1 day ago
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Chicago Cubs: Time Running Out On Geovany Soto & Chris Volstad

After 34 games this season, the Chicago Cubs still find themselves in last place in the Central division. They salvaged a series win yesterday against the Milwaukee Brewers, and now head south for a crucial early season matchup with the St. Louis Cardinals. Half-way into May, it’s usually clear what’s working with any team. For the Cubs, starting pitching has been working...
Via Rant Sports  |  1 day ago
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Is Ryan Dempster On The Trade Block Due To His Hot Start?

Who would have thought Ryan Dempster was going to lead baseball in ERA this early into the season? This in turn could mean a ton of positive for the Chicago Cubs. Ryan Dempster is one of the better clubhouse guys in baseball, and is well respected by his teammates. He also happens to be a pretty decent pitcher that teams in the playoff race might want. I have to say yes, Ryan Dempster...
Via Rant Sports  |  1 day ago
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The Children Are The Future-Cubs Minor League Happenings Sponsored by Select A Seat

Iowa Brett Jackson had a few days off and returned to strike out 3 times in 4 AB's. He is really scuffling right now. Rizzo on the other hand went 3-4 and has done about all you can do in AAA. Chris Rusin continued his strong season striking out 7 batters in 8 scoreless innings. [...]
Via Obstructed View  |  2 days ago
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Dale Sveum wants Alfonso Soriano to use a much smaller bat

Alfonso Soriano has always loved to carry a big stick — literally. Earlier in his career, it seemed to work out perfectly. During his years with the Yankees, Rangers, and Nationals, Soriano flirted with the 40-homer mark almost every season. He’s had a couple of similar years with the Cubs, but things have not exactly worked out the way Chicago had planned them to when...
Via Larry Brown Sports  |  2 days ago
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SORRY I MISSED YOU...

Brewers closer leaves funny note

After blowing his first save in his last 50 tries, Brewers closer John Axford left a note for the media about having to run to the hospital to be with his wife for the birth of their child.

Via Midwest Sports Fans  |  4 days ago
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Carlos Marmol will be back as closer. Just you wait.

Cubs Manager Dale Sveum made an interesting comment the other day, saying basically that Carlos Marmol is not guaranteed to return to the closer role. Well, I think he is. In fact, I believe he'll be back in the role by June (at least, if the Cubs know what's good for them). Bottom line is that the Cubs need to trade Marmol and they cannot do that when his value is...
Via Cubs Billy Goat Blog  |  5 days ago
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EASY BIG FELLA

Wood melts down, snaps at reporter

After a tough night on the mound, Cubs reliever Kerry Wood tossed his hat and glove into the stands and then snapped at a reporter in the clubhouse for asking about it.

Via Sportress of Blogitude  |  6 days ago
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Was this Cubs ball girl giving out her number?

First order of business for Busted Coverage Nation, figure out the name of this Cubs Ball Girl working the first base line last night against the Braves. We know our Chicago fanbase is huge so one of you should be on a first-name basis with her. Second, figure out what Braves relief pitcher received the Ball Girl’s phone number between innings. Crack the case! Get on it! ...
Via Busted Coverage  |  8 days ago
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