The Dodgers conclude their series a Wrigley Field with a day game on Wednesday afternoon against the Cubs in Chicago. Eric Lauer, who appeared headed for the bullpen or possibly traded by the deadline, is still around and — with Emmet Sheehan shipped back to Triple-A — remains in the rotation, starting the series finale, […]
The Boston Red Sox extend their win streak to six games with a dominant 14-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
All eyes will be on Tarik Skubal’s Dodgers debut Tuesday night as Los Angeles looks to snap its four-game losing streak against the Cubs at Wrigley Field. How to Watch Dodgers vs Cubs The biggest storyline is the arrival of…
Despite an otherwise successful trade deadline, the Chicago Cubs made a rather puzzling move in trading for pitcher Braxton Garrett, especially given the fact that they had to give up #10 prospect, Jonathon Long.
The Chicago Cubs are making a change after making multiple moves ahead of Monday’s MLB trade deadline. Jesse Rogers of ESPN is reporting that outfielder Ian Happ — who is a switch hitter — will make less starts against left-handed pitching given his struggles from the right side of the plate. Additionally, Kevin Gausman and […]
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After coming out as big winners at the trade deadline, the Cubs came up with a big win over the Dodgers in Monday’s series opener. They went heavy on volume, acquiring two front-line starters and a high-leverage reliever, along with a swing option who’ll start his Cubs tenure in Iowa. The Dodgers, on the other …
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The Cubs added two new acquisitions on Tuesday, with outfielder Tyrone Taylor and right-handed reliever Ryan Zeferjahn joining the active roster. We already covered how the former displaced Kevin Alcantara and will platoon in left with Ian Happ. Zeferjahn’s addition to the bullpen is a huge improvement over the guys Craig Counsell has been forced …
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It wasn’t a grand slam, but Kevin Alcántara‘s first MLB homer came with a fate worse than just riding the bench. Because the Cubs need a spot for newly acquired outfielder Tyrone Taylor, who will platoon with Ian Happ in left field against tough lefties, Alcántara has been optioned back to Iowa. The timing is …
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We can’t go a day without a roster move. And the Jays are going with a six man rotation with Soriano and Taillon added to the rotation. Our starters for the next few days: There is a note that Kevin Gausman will be making his first start for the Cubs against the Royals. Did they […]
Both the White and Red Sox were active at Monday’s trade deadline as they chase their respective division titles. A three-game set on the road in Boston will be a good test for the South Siders against high-quality competition in a tough atmosphere away from home, giving a taste of what the playoffs could potentially […]
Suffice to say, MLB fans are annoyed about the Los Angeles Dodgers landing superstar pitcher Tarik Skubal ahead of the trade deadline.
Craig Counsell must have been listening to Erykah Badu on Monday, because he apparently went to Jed Hoyer and said, “You better call Tyrone and tell him come on.” That would be Tyrone Taylor, the outfielder acquired from the Mets along with Clay Holmes in exchange for infield prospect Jefferson Rojas. The 32-year-old has never …
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Tuesday notes… The Cubs lineup was not available at posting time. Please check BCB social media for the Cubs lineup. Here’s one thing we do know: Also: Dodgers lineup: Javier Assad, RHP vs. Tarik Skubal, LHP Well, here we go. Tarik Skubal’s first Dodgers start comes at Wrigley Field. He’ll face Javier Assad, who’s really […]
The Bears should explore whether Joey Bosa wants to play in 2026. His experience and pass-rush production could strengthen Chicago's depth behind Montez Sweat this season
The Chicago Bulls have established their young core this offseason— but the success of their moves depends on more than their development.
In the last 16 months, we have seen some serious turnover on the defensive side of the football. Several of Matt Eberflus’ guys are already out the door, and Dennis Allen has spent the last two offseasons building a defense in his vision. The Bears have added a couple new names to the defensive line […]
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The Chicago Bears badly need an edge-rusher, and now might be a reasonable time to return to the negotiating table with regards to Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby.
Luther Burden III could have Amon-Ra St. Brown level impact for Chicago in 2026. But is it fair to compare him to an All-pro in year two?
The Chicago Bears are signing offensive tackle Darnell Wright to a big new extension. The former Tennessee standout is in his fourth year.
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In June, a sudden death shocked Chicago sports, one where there were a lot of unanswered questions. Stacey King fell at home; after an autopsy, and a medical examiner’s office warning that results could take weeks. Two months later, that answer has finally arrived. The Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office, on Monday, determined that Stacey […]
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The White Sox added Joey Bart, Luis Castillo, Huascar Brazobán and Brenton Doyle to the active roster Tuesday while optioning Edgar Quero and Tyler Schweitzer to Triple-A.
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The Chicago Bears rewarded Darnell Wright with a four-year, $116 million extension that gives their All-Pro right tackle the strongest long-term deal at his position.
The Bears and All-Pro RT Darnell Wright agreed to a four-year, $116 million extension with $93 million guaranteed, the richest deal ever for a right tackle.
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The Cubs finally traded prospects and aggressively fixed their pitching staff at the 2026 deadline, showing a true contender mindset under Jed Hoyer.
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