<?xml version="1.0" encoding="iso-8859-1"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Cubszone News</title><link>http://www.cubszone.com</link><description>Chicago Cubs Fans Website</description><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1506.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1507.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kerry Wood era in Chicago apparently is over. General manager Jim Hendry made a two-pronged statement when he traded minor league pitching prospect Jose Ceda to the Marlins for veteran right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg. In virtually the same breath, H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1508.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Ryan Dempster, who made a strong return to the rotation this season, re-signed with the Cubs. The free agent received a four-year, $52 million contract that includes a player option for 2012. "It was imperative that we kept him in house," Cubs GM Ji]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster, Cubs agree to new 4-year, $52M deal 2008-11-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-cubs-agree-to-new-4-year-52m-deal-1509.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher Ryan Dempster and the Chicago Cubs agreed Tuesday on a $52 million, four-year contract that includes a player option to 2012.He gets a $4 million signing bonus, $8 million next year, $12.5 million in 2010 and $13.5 million in 2011. Dempster has a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanded closer market good news for Mets 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/expanded-closer-market-good-news-for-mets-1510.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As more closers hit the open market, Joel Sherman says it's more likely the Mets will get one of the ones they want.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster, Cubs agree to $52 million, 4-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-cubs-agree-to-52-million-4-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Dempster made the successful switch from closer to starter this season, winning 17 games and helping the Chicago Cubs compile the best record in the National League.Once the postseason rolled around, though, Dempster's spring training prediction that]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster, Cubs agree to new 4-year, $52M deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-cubs-agree-to-new-4-year-52m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitcher Ryan Dempster and the Chicago Cubs agreed Tuesday on a $52 million, four-year contract that includes a player option to 2012.He gets a $4 million signing bonus, $8 million next year, $12.5 million in 2010 and $13.5 million in 2011. Dempster has a ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cubs close to re-signing Dempster]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cubs-close-to-re-signing-dempster.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs, moving to address one of their offseason priorities, are close to re-signing free-agent right-hander Ryan Dempster to a four-year contract, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1503.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Geovany Soto won the NL Rookie of the Year award, becoming the fifth Cub to do so. During his chat with reporters, he also revealed that the irritation in his left hand is still bothering him. Soto had problems with the hand, particularly while battin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1504.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1505.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kerry Wood era in Chicago apparently is over. General manager Jim Hendry made a two-pronged statement when he traded minor league pitching prospect Jose Ceda to the Marlins for veteran right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg. In virtually the same breath, H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Varitek has good reasons for steep decline]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/varitek-has-good-reasons-for-steep-decline.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Varitek's decline in Boston has the Red Sox pondering whether to re-sign him. Ken Rosenthal details what's gone wrong.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1495.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Geovany Soto won the NL Rookie of the Year award, becoming the fifth Cub to do so. During his chat with reporters, he also revealed that the irritation in his left hand is still bothering him. Soto had problems with the hand, particularly while battin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1496.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1497.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kerry Wood era in Chicago apparently is over. General manager Jim Hendry made a two-pronged statement when he traded minor league pitching prospect Jose Ceda to the Marlins for veteran right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg. In virtually the same breath, H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs to play at new Yankee Stadium on April 3-4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-to-play-at-new-yankee-stadium-on-april-3-4.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs will play the first exhibition games at the new Yankee Stadium, meeting New York on Friday night April 3 and again the following afternoon.The $1.3 billion ballpark, scheduled for substantial completion by Feb. 17, will host its first reg]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Yanks offer CC record deal for pitcher 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-yanks-offer-cc-record-deal-for-pitcher-1499.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees are wasting little time going after their prime offseason target.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Once again, joke's on Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/once-again-joke-s-on-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe I'm easily flummoxed, but I just can't fathom the voting of Lou Piniella as the 2008 National League Manager of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expanded closer market good news for Mets]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/expanded-closer-market-good-news-for-mets.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As more closers hit the open market, Joel Sherman says it's more likely the Mets will get one of the ones they want.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1490.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Geovany Soto won the NL Rookie of the Year award, becoming the fifth Cub to do so. During his chat with reporters, he also revealed that the irritation in his left hand is still bothering him. Soto had problems with the hand, particularly while battin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1491.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1492.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kerry Wood era in Chicago apparently is over. General manager Jim Hendry made a two-pronged statement when he traded minor league pitching prospect Jose Ceda to the Marlins for veteran right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg. In virtually the same breath, H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Yanks offer CC record deal for pitcher 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-yanks-offer-cc-record-deal-for-pitcher-1493.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees are wasting little time going after their prime offseason target.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1483.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Geovany Soto won the NL Rookie of the Year award, becoming the fifth Cub to do so. During his chat with reporters, he also revealed that the irritation in his left hand is still bothering him. Soto had problems with the hand, particularly while battin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1484.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1485.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kerry Wood era in Chicago apparently is over. General manager Jim Hendry made a two-pronged statement when he traded minor league pitching prospect Jose Ceda to the Marlins for veteran right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg. In virtually the same breath, H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Yanks offer CC record deal for pitcher 2008-11-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-yanks-offer-cc-record-deal-for-pitcher-1486.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees are wasting little time going after their prime offseason target.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs land Gregg in deal with Marlins 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-land-gregg-in-deal-with-marlins-1487.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg from the Florida Marlins on Thursday, a move than means closer Kerry Wood won't return.Wood, the 1998 NL Rookie of the Year who saved 34 games this year, had been the longest-tenured player on th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wood wanted to stay with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/wood-wanted-to-stay-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kerry Wood prepared himself mentally and emotionally last season, knowing it might be his last one with the Chicago Cubs. Turned out, it was.Wood wanted to stay with the only team he's ever pitched for, but the economic realities of the game and the team']]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Yanks offer CC record deal for pitcher]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-yanks-offer-cc-record-deal-for-pitcher.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yankees are wasting little time going after their prime offseason target.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1479.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kerry Wood era in Chicago apparently is over. General manager Jim Hendry made a two-pronged statement when he traded minor league pitching prospect Jose Ceda to the Marlins for veteran right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg. In virtually the same breath, H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1480.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Geovany Soto won the NL Rookie of the Year award, becoming the fifth Cub to do so. During his chat with reporters, he also revealed that the irritation in his left hand is still bothering him. Soto had problems with the hand, particularly while battin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1481.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs land Gregg in deal with Marlins 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-land-gregg-in-deal-with-marlins-1482.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg from the Florida Marlins on Thursday, a move than means closer Kerry Wood won't return.Wood, the 1998 NL Rookie of the Year who saved 34 games this year, had been the longest-tenured player on th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1469.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Kerry Wood era in Chicago apparently is over. General manager Jim Hendry made a two-pronged statement when he traded minor league pitching prospect Jose Ceda to the Marlins for veteran right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg. In virtually the same breath, H]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1470.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Geovany Soto won the NL Rookie of the Year award, becoming the fifth Cub to do so. During his chat with reporters, he also revealed that the irritation in his left hand is still bothering him. Soto had problems with the hand, particularly while battin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1471.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ChiSox GM is up to something ... but what?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chisox-gm-is-up-to-something-but-what-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ChiSox GM Kenny Williams just dealt Nick Swisher in a move that has Ken Rosenthal thinking something big is coming in Chi-Town.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins trade Kevin Gregg to Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-trade-kevin-gregg-to-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs acquired reliever Kevin Gregg in a trade with the Florida Marlins on Thursday, a move that appears to end Kerry Wood's career with the team.Wood, the 1998 NL Rookie of the Year who saved 34 games this year, had been the longest-tenured pl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs land Gregg in deal with Marlins]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-land-gregg-in-deal-with-marlins.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs acquired right-handed reliever Kevin Gregg from the Florida Marlins on Thursday, a move than means closer Kerry Wood won't return.Wood, the 1998 NL Rookie of the Year who saved 34 games this year, had been the longest-tenured player on th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs land Gregg in deal with Marlins 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-land-gregg-in-deal-with-marlins-1475.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs, facing the possible loss of closer Kerry Wood, have acquired right-hander Kevin Gregg from the Marlins.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: Padres 'not close with anyone' on Peavy]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/source-padres-not-close-with-anyone-on-peavy.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's a reason the Braves were surprised to learn that they were close to acquiring Padres right-hander Jake Peavy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1462.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While general manager Jim Hendry still has adding a left-handed hitter on his to-do list, he wrapped up the recent GM meetings in hot pursuit of a right-handed starting pitcher. Hendry is highly interested in Padres ace Jake Peavy, and he held several dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1463.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Nov. 12 was a happy day for the Cubs' entire field staff. Not only was Lou Piniella selected the National League's Manager of the Year, but he also announced that his entire coaching staff will return for 2009. --C Geovany Soto won the NL Rookie of the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1464.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs retain all coaches]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-retain-all-coaches.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs are bringing back all their coaches for the 2009 season under manager Lou Piniella.Retained were pitching coach Larry Rothschild, who will be entering his eighth season with the Cubs.Returning for their third seasons are bench coach Alan ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs retain entire '08 coaching staff]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-retain-entire-08-coaching-staff.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs are bringing back all their coaches for the 2009 season under manager Lou Piniella.Retained were pitching coach Larry Rothschild, who will be entering his eighth season with the Cubs.Returning for their third seasons are bench coach Alan ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hoffman, Peavy show Padres feeling the pinch]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hoffman-peavy-show-padres-feeling-the-pinch.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Why are Jake Peavy and Trevor Hoffman as good as gone in San Diego? Tracy Ringolsby says the team is bracing for tough times.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers' veterans could be dealt for pitching help 2008-11-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-veterans-could-be-dealt-for-pitching-help-1468.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A lack of pitching depth could force the Brewers to trade some veterans, including star shortstop J.J. Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers' veterans could be dealt for pitching help]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-veterans-could-be-dealt-for-pitching-help.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A lack of pitching depth could force the Brewers to trade some veterans, including star shortstop J.J. Hardy, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Unit's days with D-backs could be numbered 2008-11-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/big-unit-s-days-with-d-backs-could-be-numbered-1457.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson is only five wins away from 300, but Ken Rosenthal says he might not be accomplishing that feat in a D-backs uniform.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1458.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco had his $3 million option declined by the Cubs, and he became a free agent. The Cubs would like to have the 37-year-old back, but a significantly lower salary. Blanco was a valuable mentor to Geovany Soto and had his best year at the plat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1459.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1460.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While general manager Jim Hendry still has adding a left-handed hitter on his to-do list, he wrapped up the recent GM meetings in hot pursuit of a right-handed starting pitcher. Hendry is highly interested in Padres ace Jake Peavy, and he held several dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Value of Holliday, Atkins questioned 2008-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/value-of-holliday-atkins-questioned-1461.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday's Coors Field stats might not apply in St. Louis, which is why the Cards should be trade-skeptical, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longoria is AL Rookie of Year, Soto wins NL award]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/longoria-is-al-rookie-of-year-soto-wins-nl-award.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Evan Longoria started the season in the minors and ended it in the World Series. Geovany Soto helped the Chicago Cubs reach the playoffs from his spot behind the plate.Rare achievements for a pair of rookies - but these were no ordinary freshmen.Longoria ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Unit's days with D-backs could be numbered]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/big-unit-s-days-with-d-backs-could-be-numbered.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Johnson is only five wins away from 300, but Ken Rosenthal says he might not be accomplishing that feat in a D-backs uniform.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1452.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco had his $3 million option declined by the Cubs, and he became a free agent. The Cubs would like to have the 37-year-old back, but a significantly lower salary. Blanco was a valuable mentor to Geovany Soto and had his best year at the plat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1453.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1454.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While general manager Jim Hendry still has adding a left-handed hitter on his to-do list, he wrapped up the recent GM meetings in hot pursuit of a right-handed starting pitcher. Hendry is highly interested in Padres ace Jake Peavy, and he held several dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Value of Holliday, Atkins questioned 2008-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/value-of-holliday-atkins-questioned-1455.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday's Coors Field stats might not apply in St. Louis, which is why the Cards should be trade-skeptical, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1444.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco had his $3 million option declined by the Cubs, and he became a free agent. The Cubs would like to have the 37-year-old back, but a significantly lower salary. Blanco was a valuable mentor to Geovany Soto and had his best year at the plat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1445.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1446.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While general manager Jim Hendry still has adding a left-handed hitter on his to-do list, he wrapped up the recent GM meetings in hot pursuit of a right-handed starting pitcher. Hendry is highly interested in Padres ace Jake Peavy, and he held several dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Value of Holliday, Atkins questioned 2008-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/value-of-holliday-atkins-questioned-1447.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday's Coors Field stats might not apply in St. Louis, which is why the Cards should be trade-skeptical, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn, Teixeira can expect  plenty of interest 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dunn-teixeira-can-expect-plenty-of-interest-1448.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not every team needs to break the bank this offseason. But Dayn Perry highlights several who should look for a Dunn deal. Or two.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Cuban has 'zero chance' of buying Cubs 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/report-cuban-has-zero-chance-of-buying-cubs-1449.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs owner Sam Zell would love to sell the team to Mark Cuban.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Value of Holliday, Atkins questioned 2008-11-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/value-of-holliday-atkins-questioned-1438.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday's Coors Field stats might not apply in St. Louis, which is why the Cards should be trade-skeptical, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn, Teixeira can expect  plenty of interest 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dunn-teixeira-can-expect-plenty-of-interest-1439.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not every team needs to break the bank this offseason. But Dayn Perry highlights several who should look for a Dunn deal. Or two.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Cuban has 'zero chance' of buying Cubs 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/report-cuban-has-zero-chance-of-buying-cubs-1440.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs owner Sam Zell would love to sell the team to Mark Cuban.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1441.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1442.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While general manager Jim Hendry still has adding a left-handed hitter on his to-do list, he wrapped up the recent GM meetings in hot pursuit of a right-handed starting pitcher. Hendry is highly interested in Padres ace Jake Peavy, and he held several dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1443.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco had his $3 million option declined by the Cubs, and he became a free agent. The Cubs would like to have the 37-year-old back, but a significantly lower salary. Blanco was a valuable mentor to Geovany Soto and had his best year at the plat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Value of Holliday, Atkins questioned]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/value-of-holliday-atkins-questioned.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Matt Holliday's Coors Field stats might not apply in St. Louis, which is why the Cards should be trade-skeptical, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cuban remains interested in Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cuban-remains-interested-in-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban remains as interested as ever in buying the Chicago Cubs, dismissing a report that Major League Baseball might not want him as an owner.According to a Chicago Sun-Times report that cited a baseball source, there was "zero]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP told Cubs' owner is may sell a smaller share]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ap-told-cubs-owner-is-may-sell-a-smaller-share.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The owner of the Chicago Cubs is willing to sell a smaller share of the baseball team than initially planned because the credit crunch has made it tougher for potential buyers to obtain loans, a person familiar with the talks said Friday.Tribune Co. was l]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn, Teixeira can expect  plenty of interest]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dunn-teixeira-can-expect-plenty-of-interest.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Not every team needs to break the bank this offseason. But Dayn Perry highlights several who should look for a Dunn deal. Or two.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Report: Cuban has 'zero chance' of buying Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/report-cuban-has-zero-chance-of-buying-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs owner Sam Zell would love to sell the team to Mark Cuban.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1435.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1436.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While general manager Jim Hendry still has adding a left-handed hitter on his to-do list, he wrapped up the recent GM meetings in hot pursuit of a right-handed starting pitcher. Hendry is highly interested in Padres ace Jake Peavy, and he held several dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1437.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco had his $3 million option declined by the Cubs, and he became a free agent. The Cubs would like to have the 37-year-old back, but a significantly lower salary. Blanco was a valuable mentor to Geovany Soto and had his best year at the plat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1424.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1425.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While general manager Jim Hendry still has adding a left-handed hitter on his to-do list, he wrapped up the recent GM meetings in hot pursuit of a right-handed starting pitcher. Hendry is highly interested in Padres ace Jake Peavy, and he held several dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1426.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco had his $3 million option declined by the Cubs, and he became a free agent. The Cubs would like to have the 37-year-old back, but a significantly lower salary. Blanco was a valuable mentor to Geovany Soto and had his best year at the plat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Braves in running to get Pads' Peavy]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-braves-in-running-to-get-pads-peavy.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the first big showdown of the offseason, it's the Braves vs. the Cubs for Padres right-hander Jake Peavy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cubs after Peavy, still eyeing Dempster]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cubs-after-peavy-still-eyeing-dempster.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Imagine a Cubs rotation that featured Jake Peavy, Carlos Zambrano, Ryan Dempster, Ted Lilly and Rich Harden.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers not likely to part ways with Fielder 2008-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-not-likely-to-part-ways-with-fielder-1429.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Brewers may be fielding offers for Prince Fielder, but Ken Rosenthal says they aren't likely to part with the slugger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1416.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco's $3 million option was declined by the Cubs, who will pay him a $300,000 buyout. He still could re-sign with Chicago for a lesser salary. Blanco hit .292 in 58 games this season as the backup to rookie C Geovany Soto. --It's possible RF ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1417.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1418.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry heads to the general managers meetings and begins in earnest his search for a left-handed hitter to help balance a lineup that was so right-handed that the Dodgers didn't have a left-handed pitcher face them at all in the playoffs. It was hard ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cubs pursuing RHPs Peavy, Dempster]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cubs-pursuing-rhps-peavy-dempster.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Imagine a Cubs rotation that featured Jake Peavy, Carlos Zambrano, Ryan Dempster and Ted Lilly.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers not likely to part ways with Fielder 2008-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-not-likely-to-part-ways-with-fielder-1420.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Brewers may be fielding offers for Prince Fielder, but Ken Rosenthal says they aren't likely to part with the slugger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal for Padres' Peavy not expected at meetings 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/deal-for-padres-peavy-not-expected-at-meetings-1421.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball GMs are meeting this week. Ken Rosenthal tells us what to expect on ace pitcher Jake Peavy and other top players.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster plans to test open market 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-plans-to-test-open-market-1422.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia, A.J. Burnett and Derek Lowe will not be the only top starting pitchers available on the free-agent market.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs decline option on C Blanco 2008-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-decline-option-on-c-blanco-1423.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs declined the $3 million option for backup catcher Henry Blanco on Friday.The Cubs bought out Blanco's 2009 option for $300,000. Chicago could re-sign Blanco as a free agent for a lower guaranteed salary.Blanco, 37, batted .292 in 2008, 65]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers not likely to part ways with Fielder 2008-11-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-not-likely-to-part-ways-with-fielder-1410.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Brewers may be fielding offers for Prince Fielder, but Ken Rosenthal says they aren't likely to part with the slugger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal for Padres' Peavy not expected at meetings 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/deal-for-padres-peavy-not-expected-at-meetings-1411.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball GMs are meeting this week. Ken Rosenthal tells us what to expect on ace pitcher Jake Peavy and other top players.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1412.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry heads to the general managers meetings and begins in earnest his search for a left-handed hitter to help balance a lineup that was so right-handed that the Dodgers didn't have a left-handed pitcher face them at all in the playoffs. It was hard ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1413.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco's $3 million option was declined by the Cubs, who will pay him a $300,000 buyout. He still could re-sign with Chicago for a lesser salary. Blanco hit .292 in 58 games this season as the backup to rookie C Geovany Soto. --It's possible RF ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1414.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster plans to test open market 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-plans-to-test-open-market-1415.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia, A.J. Burnett and Derek Lowe will not be the only top starting pitchers available on the free-agent market.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers not likely to part ways with Fielder]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-not-likely-to-part-ways-with-fielder.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Brewers may be fielding offers for Prince Fielder, but Ken Rosenthal says they aren't likely to part with the slugger.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nationals, Cubs trade minor league pitchers]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/nationals-cubs-trade-minor-league-pitchers.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Nationals and Cubs traded minor league pitchers Monday, with Washington getting right-hander Matt Avery and Chicago acquiring lefty Ryan Buchter.Avery went to high school in suburban Maryland and was a college teammate of Nationals third baseman Ryan ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal for Padres' Peavy not expected at meetings 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/deal-for-padres-peavy-not-expected-at-meetings-1405.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball GMs are meeting this week. Ken Rosenthal tells us what to expect on ace pitcher Jake Peavy and other top players.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1406.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry heads to the general managers meetings and begins in earnest his search for a left-handed hitter to help balance a lineup that was so right-handed that the Dodgers didn't have a left-handed pitcher face them at all in the playoffs. It was hard ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1407.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco's $3 million option was declined by the Cubs, who will pay him a $300,000 buyout. He still could re-sign with Chicago for a lesser salary. Blanco hit .292 in 58 games this season as the backup to rookie C Geovany Soto. --It's possible RF ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1408.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster plans to test open market 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-plans-to-test-open-market-1409.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia, A.J. Burnett and Derek Lowe will not be the only top starting pitchers available on the free-agent market.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Deal for Padres' Peavy not expected at meetings]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/deal-for-padres-peavy-not-expected-at-meetings.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Baseball GMs are meeting this week. Ken Rosenthal tells us what to expect on ace pitcher Jake Peavy and other top players.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1398.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry heads to the general managers meetings and begins in earnest his search for a left-handed hitter to help balance a lineup that was so right-handed that the Dodgers didn't have a left-handed pitcher face them at all in the playoffs. It was hard ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1399.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Henry Blanco's $3 million option was declined by the Cubs, who will pay him a $300,000 buyout. He still could re-sign with Chicago for a lesser salary. Blanco hit .292 in 58 games this season as the backup to rookie C Geovany Soto. --It's possible RF ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1400.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster plans to test open market]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-plans-to-test-open-market.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia, A.J. Burnett and Derek Lowe will not be the only top starting pitchers available on the free-agent market.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar 2008-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar-1402.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1392.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It's possible RF Kosuke Fukudome could find himself in center field next year and as a platoon player with Reed Johnson, an arbitration-eligible player the Cubs plan on bringing back. Much will depend on whether GM Jim Hendry is able to land a left-hand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1393.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1394.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry heads to the general managers meetings and begins in earnest his search for a left-handed hitter to help balance a lineup that was so right-handed that the Dodgers didn't have a left-handed pitcher face them at all in the playoffs. It was hard ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar 2008-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar-1395.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers set to throw $100 million at CC 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-set-to-throw-100-million-at-cc-1396.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If CC Sabathia plans on leaving Milwaukee this winter, Ken Rosenthal says it definitely won't be because of money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs decline option on C Blanco]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-decline-option-on-c-blanco.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs declined the $3 million option for backup catcher Henry Blanco on Friday.The Cubs bought out Blanco's 2009 option for $300,000. Chicago could re-sign Blanco as a free agent for a lower guaranteed salary.Blanco, 37, batted .292 in 2008, 65]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1387.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It's possible RF Kosuke Fukudome could find himself in center field next year and as a platoon player with Reed Johnson, an arbitration-eligible player the Cubs plan on bringing back. Much will depend on whether GM Jim Hendry is able to land a left-hand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1388.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1389.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry heads to the general managers meetings and begins in earnest his search for a left-handed hitter to help balance a lineup that was so right-handed that the Dodgers didn't have a left-handed pitcher face them at all in the playoffs. It was hard ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar 2008-11-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar-1390.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers set to throw $100 million at CC 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-set-to-throw-100-million-at-cc-1391.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If CC Sabathia plans on leaving Milwaukee this winter, Ken Rosenthal says it definitely won't be because of money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1381.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--It's possible RF Kosuke Fukudome could find himself in center field next year and as a platoon player with Reed Johnson, an arbitration-eligible player the Cubs plan on bringing back. Much will depend on whether GM Jim Hendry is able to land a left-hand]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1382.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1383.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry heads to the general managers meetings and begins in earnest his search for a left-handed hitter to help balance a lineup that was so right-handed that the Dodgers didn't have a left-handed pitcher face them at all in the playoffs. It was hard ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball needs to work on its calendar]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-needs-to-work-on-its-calendar.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The above scene might look cute to you, but Ken Rosenthal says the fiasco that is baseball's calendar could get even worse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers set to throw $100 million at CC 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-set-to-throw-100-million-at-cc-1385.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If CC Sabathia plans on leaving Milwaukee this winter, Ken Rosenthal says it definitely won't be because of money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1377.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Casey McGehee, who hit .167 in nine games for the Cubs this year, was claimed off waivers by the Brewers. --RHP Billy Petrick, whose career has been slowed by shoulder problems, was outrighted to Class AAA Iowa. His only eight major league appearance]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1378.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1379.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed general manager Jim Hendry to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season. That gives the club a dose of much-needed stability during an uncertain time. The team has been for sale since Opening Day of 2007, and there seems to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers set to throw $100 million at CC]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-set-to-throw-100-million-at-cc.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If CC Sabathia plans on leaving Milwaukee this winter, Ken Rosenthal says it definitely won't be because of money.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1373.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed general manager Jim Hendry to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season. That gives the club a dose of much-needed stability during an uncertain time. The team has been for sale since Opening Day of 2007, and there seems to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1374.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden had his $7 million option for 2009 picked up. Harden went 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA with the Cubs after his July 8 trade from Oakland. Harden's right shoulder is a never-ending project. The Cubs say he'll spend significant time at their Arizon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1375.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1376.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1369.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1370.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed general manager Jim Hendry to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season. That gives the club a dose of much-needed stability during an uncertain time. The team has been for sale since Opening Day of 2007, and there seems to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1371.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden had his $7 million option for 2009 picked up. Harden went 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA with the Cubs after his July 8 trade from Oakland. Harden's right shoulder is a never-ending project. The Cubs say he'll spend significant time at their Arizon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1372.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1365.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed general manager Jim Hendry to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season. That gives the club a dose of much-needed stability during an uncertain time. The team has been for sale since Opening Day of 2007, and there seems to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1366.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden had his $7 million option for 2009 picked up. Harden went 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA with the Cubs after his July 8 trade from Oakland. Harden's right shoulder is a never-ending project. The Cubs say he'll spend significant time at their Arizon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1367.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1368.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1361.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden had his $7 million option for 2009 picked up. Harden went 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA with the Cubs after his July 8 trade from Oakland. Harden's right shoulder is a never-ending project. The Cubs say he'll spend significant time at their Arizon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1362.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1363.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed general manager Jim Hendry to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season. That gives the club a dose of much-needed stability during an uncertain time. The team has been for sale since Opening Day of 2007, and there seems to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1364.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1357.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden had his $7 million option for 2009 picked up. Harden went 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA with the Cubs after his July 8 trade from Oakland. Harden's right shoulder is a never-ending project. The Cubs say he'll spend significant time at their Arizon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1358.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1359.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed general manager Jim Hendry to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season. That gives the club a dose of much-needed stability during an uncertain time. The team has been for sale since Opening Day of 2007, and there seems to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1360.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1352.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1353.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed general manager Jim Hendry to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season. That gives the club a dose of much-needed stability during an uncertain time. The team has been for sale since Opening Day of 2007, and there seems to be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1354.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden had his $7 million option for 2009 picked up. Harden went 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA with the Cubs after his July 8 trade from Oakland. Harden's right shoulder is a never-ending project. The Cubs say he'll spend significant time at their Arizon]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1355.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Handicapping the Jake Peavy trade market 2008-10-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/handicapping-the-jake-peavy-trade-market-1356.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With news that Padres ace Jake Peavy is on the trading block, Ken Rosenthal breaks down the teams lining up for his services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1348.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1349.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-loo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1350.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Even though the team remains for sale, general manager Jim Hendry was given a four-year contract extension. Hendry is the first GM in team history to preside over consecutive postseason appearances. --RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1351.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1342.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-loo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1343.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Even though the team remains for sale, general manager Jim Hendry was given a four-year contract extension. Hendry is the first GM in team history to preside over consecutive postseason appearances. --RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1344.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs might play exhibition at new Yankee Stadium]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-might-play-exhibition-at-new-yankee-stadium.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs might play the unofficial opener at the new Yankee Stadium.The Cubs and Yankees are talking about playing an exhibition game or games the weekend before most teams open the regular season, on Monday, April 6.While the Cubs are the Yankees]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension-1346.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays need to respond or else history won't be kind 2008-10-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rays-need-to-respond-or-else-history-won-t-be-kind-1347.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yes, Game 5 was a disaster for Tampa. But as Gerry Fraley points out, starting pitching, not momentum, is the key to Game 6.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give Hendry 4-year extension]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-hendry-4-year-extension.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season, a deal that would expire well after new owners are expected to take over the club.The move came following the Cubs' best regular seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs give GM Hendry 4-year extension]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-give-gm-hendry-4-year-extension.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[General manager Jim Hendry and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a four-year contract extension through the 2012 season.The move came following the Cubs' best regular season in more than six decades. They won their second straight NL Central title but got]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1337.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised by the Cubs. He was 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA after being acquired from Oakland, and for the season he was 10-2 with a 2.07 ERA. --RHP Carlos Marmol suffered minor injuries in an Oct. 7 auto accident in his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1338.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. 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Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1329.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. 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Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1314.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-loo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays need to respond or else history won't be kind]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rays-need-to-respond-or-else-history-won-t-be-kind.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Oct 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yes, Game 5 was a disaster for Tampa. 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But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs exercise Rich Harden's $7 million option 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-exercise-rich-harden-s-7-million-option-1295.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year was exercised Wednesday by the Chicago Cubs, one day after a test showed the hard-throwing right-hander had no structural damage in his pitching shoulder.The Cubs acquired Harden from Oakland on July 8. 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But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs exercise Rich Harden's $7 million option 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-exercise-rich-harden-s-7-million-option-1287.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year was exercised Wednesday by the Chicago Cubs, one day after a test showed the hard-throwing right-hander had no structural damage in his pitching shoulder.The Cubs acquired Harden from Oakland on July 8. 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Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1277.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1278.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-loo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1279.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised by the Cubs. He was 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA after being acquired from Oakland, and for the season he was 10-2 with a 2.07 ERA. --RHP Carlos Marmol suffered minor injuries in an Oct. 7 auto accident in his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers' failure to hang on could prove costly  2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-failure-to-hang-on-could-prove-costly--1280.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yes, it was only Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs pick Harden's $7M option for '09 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-pick-harden-s-7m-option-for-09-1281.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year has been exercised by the Chicago Cubs.The Cubs acquired the hard-throwing right-hander from Oakland on July 8. He was the losing pitcher in Game 3 of the NL playoffs on Saturday night as the Cubs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OK, this time I'm picking the Dodgers ... I think 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ok-this-time-i-m-picking-the-dodgers-i-think-1282.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He picked against the Dodgers the first time around and was sufficiently chastised. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1271.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1272.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-loo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1273.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised by the Cubs. He was 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA after being acquired from Oakland, and for the season he was 10-2 with a 2.07 ERA. --RHP Carlos Marmol suffered minor injuries in an Oct. 7 auto accident in his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers' failure to hang on could prove costly  2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-failure-to-hang-on-could-prove-costly--1274.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yes, it was only Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs pick Harden's $7M option for '09 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-pick-harden-s-7m-option-for-09-1275.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year has been exercised by the Chicago Cubs.The Cubs acquired the hard-throwing right-hander from Oakland on July 8. He was the losing pitcher in Game 3 of the NL playoffs on Saturday night as the Cubs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OK, this time I'm picking the Dodgers ... I think 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ok-this-time-i-m-picking-the-dodgers-i-think-1276.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He picked against the Dodgers the first time around and was sufficiently chastised. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1265.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1266.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-loo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1267.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised by the Cubs. He was 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA after being acquired from Oakland, and for the season he was 10-2 with a 2.07 ERA. --RHP Carlos Marmol suffered minor injuries in an Oct. 7 auto accident in his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers' failure to hang on could prove costly  2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-failure-to-hang-on-could-prove-costly--1268.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yes, it was only Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs pick Harden's $7M option for '09 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-pick-harden-s-7m-option-for-09-1269.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year has been exercised by the Chicago Cubs.The Cubs acquired the hard-throwing right-hander from Oakland on July 8. He was the losing pitcher in Game 3 of the NL playoffs on Saturday night as the Cubs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OK, this time I'm picking the Dodgers ... I think 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ok-this-time-i-m-picking-the-dodgers-i-think-1270.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He picked against the Dodgers the first time around and was sufficiently chastised. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1259.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1260.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year. The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-loo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1261.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised by the Cubs. He was 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA after being acquired from Oakland, and for the season he was 10-2 with a 2.07 ERA. --RHP Carlos Marmol suffered minor injuries in an Oct. 7 auto accident in his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers' failure to hang on could prove costly ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-failure-to-hang-on-could-prove-costly-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Yes, it was only Game 1. But Ken Rosenthal says the Dodgers missed a golden opportunity to get the Phils in trouble.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs pick Harden's $7M option for '09 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-pick-harden-s-7m-option-for-09-1263.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year has been exercised by the Chicago Cubs.The Cubs acquired the hard-throwing right-hander from Oakland on July 8. He was the losing pitcher in Game 3 of the NL playoffs on Saturday night as the Cubs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OK, this time I'm picking the Dodgers ... I think 2008-10-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ok-this-time-i-m-picking-the-dodgers-i-think-1264.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He picked against the Dodgers the first time around and was sufficiently chastised. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1253.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1254.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year.  The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-lo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1255.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden's 2009 contract option was exercised by the Cubs. He was 5-1 with a 1.77 ERA after being acquired from Oakland, and for the season he was 10-2 with a 2.07 ERA. --RHP Carlos Marmol suffered minor injuries in an Oct. 7 auto accident in his]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs exercise Rich Harden's $7 million option]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-exercise-rich-harden-s-7-million-option.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year was exercised Wednesday by the Chicago Cubs, one day after a test showed the hard-throwing right-hander had no structural damage in his pitching shoulder.The Cubs acquired Harden from Oakland on July 8. He was]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs pick Harden's $7M option for '09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-pick-harden-s-7m-option-for-09.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Rich Harden's $7 million option for next year has been exercised by the Chicago Cubs.The Cubs acquired the hard-throwing right-hander from Oakland on July 8. He was the losing pitcher in Game 3 of the NL playoffs on Saturday night as the Cubs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OK, this time I'm picking the Dodgers ... I think]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ok-this-time-i-m-picking-the-dodgers-i-think.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He picked against the Dodgers the first time around and was sufficiently chastised. Will Ken Rosenthal do it again in the NLCS?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Carlos Marmol injured in car accident]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-carlos-marmol-injured-in-car-accident.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs reliever Carlos Marmol suffered minor injuries in a car accident early Tuesday in the Dominican Republic.A truck hit a car carrying Marmol, a cousin and a friend in his hometown of Bonao near 2 a.m. The All-Star right-hander had just arrived ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Phillies have long history of painful losses]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/phillies-have-long-history-of-painful-losses.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the Cubs out, where do we turn for our lovable loser fix? Randy Hill says Philly's got the second half of that covered.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays debunking the myth of postseason experience]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rays-debunking-the-myth-of-postseason-experience.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[They say you need playoff experience to win in October. Mark Kriegel doesn't buy it &#151; and says the Rays will prove his point.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1250.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year.  The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-lo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1251.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Ryan Theriot led Cubs regulars in batting average (.307), on-base percentage (.387) and multi-hit games (58). His OBP jumped from last year's mark of .326, and that could tempt the Cubs to make him their leadoff hitter next year and drop LF Alfonso S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1252.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1243.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were the best in the National League over the long haul, but once again, they fell short in the Division Series, getting swept for the second consecutive year.  The regular-season success hinged on two things: solid starting pitching and a new-lo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1244.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Ryan Theriot led Cubs regulars in batting average (.307), on-base percentage (.387) and multi-hit games (58). His OBP jumped from last year's mark of .326, and that could tempt the Cubs to make him their leadoff hitter next year and drop LF Alfonso S]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1245.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look to be strong contenders for the NL Central title for at least a few years to come. They ended this year with 97 wins, and the roster isn't "old" in most key places. Many key veterans are signed to multiyear deals, but center field once again]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surprised by Dodgers pitchers? Don't be]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/surprised-by-dodgers-pitchers-don-t-be.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Torre and Manny Ramirez got the publicity, but a relatively quiet pitching staff has L.A. in playoff heaven, Todd Behrendt says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1236.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Kosuke Fukudome was on the bench at the start of Game 3 of the NLDS. Manager Lou Piniella moved Mark DeRosa from second base to right field and started Mike Fontenot at second. The Cubs are exploring the idea of letting Fukudome bring a hitting coach]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1237.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: RHP Chad Fox (ulnar neuritis in right elbow) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 12, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Sept. 1. RHP Jon Lieber (sprained right foot) went on the 60-day disabled list Sept. 9. He had j]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1238.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella said he had a bad feeling about this series, and those fears were realized. For the second consecutive year, the Cubs scored six runs in the National League Division Series, and for the second consecutive year, they were swept in thre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs fans feel the pain as season ends]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-fans-feel-the-pain-as-season-ends.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jennifer Butera stood outside Wrigley Field on a rainy Sunday afternoon, lamenting how Cubs fans will have to wait another season, at least, for a chance to see their team in the World Series."I can't believe we have to wait another whole year," the 27-ye]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs title search continues]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-title-search-continues.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now, it's an even 100 years for the Chicago Cubs.The team that posted the best record in the National League is picking up the pieces again after three horrendous performances that resulted in a sweep by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the opening round of the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers ended postseason drought of their own 2008-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-ended-postseason-drought-of-their-own-1241.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget about the Cubs, Robyn Norwood says the Dodgers had some postseason demons to exorcise, too. And boy did they!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs should learn from 2003 Red Sox 2008-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-should-learn-from-2003-red-sox-1242.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The sooner the Cubs stop blaming a curse for their postseason failures, the sooner they can end them, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1227.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MEDICAL WATCH: RHP Chad Fox (ulnar neuritis in right elbow) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to May 12, and he was transferred to the 60-day DL on Sept. 1. RHP Jon Lieber (sprained right foot) went on the 60-day disabled list Sept. 9. He had j]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1228.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Kosuke Fukudome was on the bench at the start of Game 3 of the NLDS. Manager Lou Piniella moved Mark DeRosa from second base to right field and started Mike Fontenot at second. The Cubs are exploring the idea of letting Fukudome bring a hitting coach]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-10-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1229.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella said he had a bad feeling about this series, and those fears were realized. For the second consecutive year, the Cubs scored six runs in the National League Division Series, and for the second consecutive year, they were swept in thre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers ended postseason drought of their own]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-ended-postseason-drought-of-their-own.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget about the Cubs, Robyn Norwood says the Dodgers had some postseason demons to exorcise, too. And boy did they!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 3, Cubs 1]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-3-cubs-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a century and counting for the Chicago Cubs.Manny Ramirez and the Los Angeles Dodgers shoved Chicago into another long winter Saturday night, completing a three-game sweep of their first-round playoff series with a 3-1 victory.The Cubs' latest flameo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs should learn from 2003 Red Sox]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-should-learn-from-2003-red-sox.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The sooner the Cubs stop blaming a curse for their postseason failures, the sooner they can end them, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs Postseason History]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-postseason-history.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The postseason history of the Chicago Cubs:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers finish stunning sweep of Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-finish-stunning-sweep-of-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's a century and counting for the Chicago Cubs.Manny Ramirez and the Los Angeles Dodgers shoved Chicago into another long winter Saturday night, completing a three-game sweep of their first-round playoff series with a 3-1 victory.The Cubs' latest flameo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers eliminate Cubs with sweep]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-eliminate-cubs-with-sweep.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[James Loney hit a two-run double, Russell Martin drove in another with his second double of the game and the Los Angeles Dodgers led the Chicago Cubs 3-0 Saturday night after six innin