<?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 Inside Pitch 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2608.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite a bad blowup by closer Kevin Gregg on Saturday, manager Lou Piniella says there are no plans to mess with his late-inning men. In other words, right-hander Carlos Marmol will remain the setup man, and Gregg will continue to close. "We're not going]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2609.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Zambrano pitched 3 2/3 innings Sunday in a rehab start for Class A Daytona against Dunedin. He gave up five hits and four runs, walking three and striking out one. Zambrano is on the DL with a strained left hamstring. He is scheduled to start]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2610.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Sean Marshall had his turn in the rotation skipped over the weekend. He picked up a win in relief Saturday, and he'll start Thursday's series finale at St. Louis. --RHP Jose Ascanio couldn't keep Sunday's game close, as he hit the first two batters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pudge belts 300th HR as Astros edge Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/pudge-belts-300th-hr-as-astros-edge-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The tradition of throwing back an opposing hitter's home run ball at Wrigley Field worked out well for Ivan Rodriguez.Rodriguez hit his 300th home run, Lance Berkman had two hits and an RBI and the Houston Astros snapped the Chicago Cubs' five-game winnin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros 6, Cubs 5]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-6-cubs-5.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ivan Rodriguez hit his 300th home run, Lance Berkman had two hits and an RBI and the Houston Astros snapped the Chicago Cubs' five-game winning streak with a 6-5 victory Sunday.Houston starter Brian Moehler (1-0) pitched five innings to get his first vict]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Carpenter may start Wednesday Notebook ¿ Friday's rainout forces manger Tony La Russa to juggle his starting rotation. CARDINAL]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/carpenter-may-start-wednesday-notebook-¿-friday-s-rainout-forces-manger-tony-la-russa-to-juggle-his-starting-rotation-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Friday night's postponement against Milwaukee may cause theCardinals to bring Chris Carpenter off the disabled list as early as Wednesday against the Chicago Cubs rather than Friday as planned against Kansas City.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Z comes out of rehab start feeling good]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/big-z-comes-out-of-rehab-start-feeling-good.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs ace Carlos Zambrano struggled in a rehab start for Class-A Daytona on Sunday, but did not appear bothered by his strained left hamstring.Zambrano, on the 15-day disabled list, allowed four runs and five hits in 3 2-3 innings. He also walked three wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cubs Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-cubs-preview-2615.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs bullpen continues to cause headaches for manager Lou Piniella. Luckily, his batters are coming through in clutch situations.The Cubs will try for their sixth straight victory and a sweep of their rain-shortened, two-game series with visit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cubs Preview 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-cubs-preview-2602.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs bullpen continues to cause headaches for manager Lou Piniella. Luckily, his batters are coming through in clutch situations.The Cubs will try for their sixth straight victory and a sweep of their rain-shortened, two-game series with visit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 5, Astros 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-5-astros-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs reliever Sean Marshall was happy to steal a win from the Astros. Swiping one from teammate Randy Wells was another matter.Marshall pitched out of a jam in the ninth inning, and Alfonso Soriano drove in Bobby Scales with the winning run after the Cubs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano delivers game winner for Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-delivers-game-winner-for-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alfonso Soriano drove in Bobby Scales with the winning run in the ninth inning after the Cubs had squandered a four-run lead, giving Chicago a 5-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday.Scales drew a leadoff walk against LaTroy Hawkins in the ninth i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2605.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs aren't exactly sitting pretty, but they're well positioned to make a lot of noise in the NL Central.  Friday's game at home against the Astros was rained out, but earlier in the day manager Lou Piniella talked in optimistic tones about his club, ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2606.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Kevin Gregg has saved five of the Cubs' last 10 victories and finished two others dating to May 1. Gregg is 6-for-7 in save chances for the season and has converted his last five in a row.  --OF Kosuke Fukudome has turned things around after an 0-fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2607.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Randy Wells, who was supposed to start Friday, will go Saturday, with RHP Rich Harden going Sunday. Harden was scheduled to start Sunday against Houston. LHP Sean Marshall, originally set to start Saturday, will work out of the bullpen over the week]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradley suspension reduced ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bradley-suspension-reduced-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley reacted with resignation Thursday to the news his two-game suspension had been reduced to one by Major League Baseball.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This time, backup plan works ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/this-time-backup-plan-works-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Remember all that fuss last week whenCubs manager Lou Piniella trotted out a lineup full of bench players and theCubs lost?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cubs game postponed by rain]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-cubs-game-postponed-by-rain.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All-Star third baseman Aramis Ramirez and pricey ace Carlos Zambrano are on the disabled list. Big free-agent acquisition Milton Bradley, 2005 NL batting champion Derrek Lee and former top rookie Geovany Soto each is struggling at the plate.The Chicago Cu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cubs Preview 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-cubs-preview-2596.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite injuries to several core players, the Chicago Cubs have managed to get by thanks to some lesser-known contributors.The surging Cubs look to win a season-high fifth straight Saturday in the opener of a rain-shortened, two-game series with the Houst]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boxscore ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/boxscore-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[San Diego AB R H BI BB SO Avg.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2598.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Zambrano passed another test Thursday when he took fielding practice. Zambrano is on the mend from a strained left hamstring, and he'll pitch Sunday for Class A Daytona. The Cubs say he'll return to the big-league rotation May 22 at San Diego]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2599.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were not happy with the timing of Major League Baseball's announcement that it had reduced right fielder Milton Bradley's suspension from two games to one. Bradley was penalized for an April 16 confrontation with umpire Larry Vanover over a calle]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2600.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Bobby Scales, a 31-year-old rookie, extended his hitting streak to six games. It's the longest hitting streak to start a major league career as a Cub since Jerome Walton hit in his first seven games in 1989. Manager Lou Piniella said he saw no reason]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Rangers collapse is no sure bet]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-rangers-collapse-is-no-sure-bet.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rangers look good, but we know what you're thinking: When will they collapse? Ken Rosenthal's answer may surprise you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2584.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Zambrano passed another test Thursday when he took fielding practice. Zambrano is on the mend from a strained left hamstring, and he'll pitch Sunday for Class A Daytona. The Cubs say he'll return to the big-league rotation May 22 at San Diego]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2585.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs were not happy with the timing of Major League Baseball's announcement that it had reduced right fielder Milton Bradley's suspension from two games to one. Bradley was penalized for an April 16 confrontation with umpire Larry Vanover over a calle]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2586.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Bobby Scales, a 31-year-old rookie, extended his hitting streak to six games. It's the longest hitting streak to start a major league career as a Cub since Jerome Walton hit in his first seven games in 1989. Manager Lou Piniella said he saw no reason]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros-Cubs Preview 2009-05-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-cubs-preview-2587.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite injuries to several core players, the Chicago Cubs have managed to get by thanks to some lesser-known contributors.The surging Cubs look to win a season-high fifth straight Friday in the opener of a three-game series with the Houston Astros at Wri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez still feeling shoulder pain ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ramirez-still-feeling-shoulder-pain-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There are a few things Aramis Ramirez knows and a few others he doesn?t know as he recovers from the dislocated left shoulder he suffered last weekend in Milwaukee.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lilly, Cubs outlast rain, Padres ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/lilly-cubs-outlast-rain-padres-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Some things are old hat.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 11, Padres 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-11-padres-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A few minutes after his manager referred to him as "Scalesie," Bobby Scales was invited into the postgame interview room for the first time in his short - but so far storybook - big league career.So the 31-year-old rookie finally has made it, right?"I don]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradley suspension reduced to 1 game]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bradley-suspension-reduced-to-1-game.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley's suspension was reduced from two games to one by Major League Baseball on Thursday, but that didn't make him any happier. The Chicago Cubs outfielder still feels he was a victim of his reputation as a hothead."It figures," he said after ML]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scales leads Cubs to rout of Padres]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/scales-leads-cubs-to-rout-of-padres.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bobby Scales drove in four runs with two doubles and Ryan Dempster excelled with both his arm and bat as the Chicago Cubs took advantage of 10 walks Thursday for an 11-3 victory over the skidding San Diego Padres.Adrian Gonzalez homered for the fourth con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres' Gaudin gets start today ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/padres-gaudin-gets-start-today-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chad Gaudin knows all about what happened to theCubs' bullpen since they sent him and his $2 million contract packing at the end of an awful spring training.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2576.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Zambrano (left hamstring strain) threw a bullpen session Wednesday, and the Cubs were pleased with the results. Zambrano will pitch in a rehab game for Class A Daytona this weekend, and manager Lou Piniella said Zambrano would make his next s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2577.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It seemed surprising heading into Wednesday's game, but the Cubs began the night with the same record (18-14) as they had after 32 games last year. The Cubs finished the 2008 season with 97 wins. This season, the Cubs have dealt with injuries to all membe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2578.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Alfonso Soriano's leadoff homer Wednesday was his 21st as a Cub, setting a club record. He had shared the mark with Jimmy Ryan. Soriano now has 53 leadoff homers, tying him for second all time with Craig Biggio. Rickey Henderson is the leader with 81]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Cubs Preview 2009-05-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/padres-cubs-preview-2579.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After getting off to a slow start at home, the Chicago Cubs appear to have regained their swagger at Wrigley Field. The San Diego Padres, meanwhile, can't play much worse on the road.In Thursday's finale, the Cubs look to win their fourth in a row and swe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano, Soto go deep in Cubs' rain-shortened win]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-soto-go-deep-in-cubs-rain-shortened-win.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Along with the rain and lightning, the Chicago Cubs unleashed a few big strikes of the their own.Alfonso Soriano hit his 53rd career leadoff homer, Ryan Theriot connected twice and Geovany Soto went deep to lead the Chicago Cubs over the San Diego Padres ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Padres game still on ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-padres-game-still-on-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 13, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan Tonight'sCubs game against San Diego is still on, despite dire forecasts. WGN weatherman Tom Skilling called for scattered thundershowers across the area. "TheCubs will continue to moni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano ties Biggio for second in leadoff homers]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-ties-biggio-for-second-in-leadoff-homers.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs slugger Alfonso Soriano hit his 53rd leadoff homer Wednesday night, tying Craig Biggio for second on baseball's career list and setting a club record.Chicago was trailing 2-0 when Soriano drove an 0-1 pitch from San Diego's Chris Young beyond the lef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big goal: Cleaning up the pen ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/big-goal-cleaning-up-the-pen-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A couple days after threatening to remake the entire bullpen,Cubs manager Lou Piniella came back Tuesday after an off-day in a more upbeat mood.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2566.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It'll be mix and match at third base for now. With Aramis Ramirez out for about two months with a dislocated left shoulder, manager Lou Piniella will use several players at third. Mike Fontenot started Tuesday's series opener against San Diego. It's possi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2567.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF Bobby Scales hit his first major league home run, a pinch homer leading off the seventh inning Tuesday. Scales has hit safely in the first five games of his big league career since his call-up May 4. Scales is 2-for-2 as a pinch hitter. He had a pin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2568.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Zambrano will pitch in a rehab game Friday or Saturday for Class A Daytona, and the Cubs tentatively have him scheduled to return to the rotation May 22 in San Diego. Zambrano has been on the disabled list since May 4 with a strained left ham]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres-Cubs Preview 2009-05-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/padres-cubs-preview-2569.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ted Lilly won his last start on the road, but it's at Wrigley Field where he seems to be at his best.Looking for his third straight victory, the left-hander also will try to help the Chicago Cubs to their third consecutive win Wednesday night against the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 6, Padres 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-6-padres-2.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley took a few extra seconds to admire the trajectory of his long home run. He couldn't help but enjoy it, even if it was off his old friend Jake Peavy.Nothing personal, that's just how he is."I've always said, I don't play baseball, I feel it,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derrek Lee back in Cubs lineup]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/derrek-lee-back-in-cubs-lineup.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 12, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan Derrek Lee returns to theCubs lineup tonight after missing the last week with neck pains, batting fourth and playing first base against San Diego's Jake Peavy. An MRI of the bulging dis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden, Cubs add to Padres' road woes]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-cubs-add-to-padres-road-woes.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley hit a towering two-run homer off Jake Peavy and Rich Harden pitched six sharp innings, helping the Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 6-2 on Tuesday night.Alfonso Soriano and Kosuke Fukudome each had two doubles and three hits, Bobby Scales add]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turning some keys for Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/turning-some-keys-for-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs manager Lou Piniella kept repeating it all weekend: His team will just have to "tough it out."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambrano likely to make rehab start this weekend]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/zambrano-likely-to-make-rehab-start-this-weekend.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs ace Carlos Zambrano will likely test his strained left hamstring in a rehab start this weekend, and is on track to return from the disabled list on May 22.Cubs manager Lou Piniella said Tuesday before Chicago played the San Diego Padres that Zambrano]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2557.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Ryan Freel, whom the Cubs obtained Friday in a trade with Baltimore, was supposed to start Saturday, but he was a late lineup scratch with a tight left hamstring. He pinch-hit Sunday, singled and got picked off second base. --LF Alfonso Soriano h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2558.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella promised -- and seeming threatened -- to make changes to his team's beleaguered bullpen. "We're going to put together a good bullpen before long," Piniella said over the weekend in Milwaukee. "Just give us a little time, and this will]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2559.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Aramis Ramirez will be in a sling for a week and then work for another three weeks on range-of-motion and strength exercises as he recovers from a dislocated left shoulder, suffered Friday in Milwaukee. Ramirez is likely out two months. --The Cubs re]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marmol gets out of jam, gets Cubs a win]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marmol-gets-out-of-jam-gets-cubs-a-win.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even in victory, the Chicago Cubs' bullpen is tough to watch these days.And after watching Carlos Marmol work his way out of a bases-loaded jam in the eighth inning to help the Cubs hold on for a 4-2 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday, manager L]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs call up Jose Ascanio ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-call-up-jose-ascanio-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 10, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan MILWAUKEE- Jose Ascanio is the latest addition to theCubs bullpen, replacing the injured Chad Fox. Ascanio was 1-1 with a 1.01 earned-run average at Triple-A Iowa, where he made six sta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Becoming an anchor man &t]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/becoming-an-anchor-man-t.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When CC Sabathia got an offer he couldn't refuse and decided to take his wares to the New York Yankees in the off-season, finding someone to take the top spot in the rotation went right to the top of theMilwaukeeBrewers' list of concerns.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Becoming an anchor man &t 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/becoming-an-anchor-man-t-2563.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When CC Sabathia got an offer he couldn't refuse and decided to take his wares to the New York Yankees in the off-season, finding someone to take the top spot in the rotation became theMilwaukeeBrewers' biggest worry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MICHAEL HUNT &t]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/michael-hunt-t.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA["Well," Lou Piniella was saying, "what can you do?"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME REPORT &t]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/game-report-t.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Brewers Preview 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-brewers-preview-2548.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A series between the Cubs and Brewers at Miller Park typically draws thousands of Chicago-area fans that make the short drive up Interstate 94.Backed by throngs of supporters, the Cubs have enjoyed plenty of success there recently. There's been little to ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers 12, Cubs 6]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-12-cubs-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brewers manager Ken Macha took two painkillers after enduring nearly 4 1/2 hours of walks followed by one unusual delay. He wasn't sure how many his counterpart Lou Piniella needed.Craig Counsell and Ryan Braun hit back-to-back homers and the Milwaukee Br]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freel scratched from Cubs lineup ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/freel-scratched-from-cubs-lineup-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan MILWAUKEE- Ryan Freel's first day as a Cub began in Cub-like fashion. Freel was in the starting lineup, replacing the injured Aramis Ramirez at third base, when he was scratched before t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers rout Cubs in game delayed by outage]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-rout-cubs-in-game-delayed-by-outage.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Over half of the lights at Miller Park went dark during the eighth inning of the Milwaukee Brewers' game against the Chicago Cubs, leading to a 20-minute delay.Plate umpire Jerry Crawford pulled the Brewers off the field after about five minutes with no s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 3B Ramirez placed on 15-day DL]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-3b-ramirez-placed-on-15-day-dl.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The injury-riddled Chicago Cubs placed third baseman Aramis Ramirez on the 15-day disabled list Saturday with a dislocated left shoulder and said first baseman Derrek Lee will have tests done on Monday on his neck.Manager Lou Piniella said Ramirez will sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 3B Ramirez placed on 15-day DL 2009-05-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-3b-ramirez-placed-on-15-day-dl-2553.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs have placed third baseman Aramis Ramirez on the 15-day disabled list with a dislocated left shoulder.Ramirez was hurt on a backhand dive in the third inning of Friday night's 3-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. He had an MRI on Saturday th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[5-9-09 Morning Roundup ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/5-9-09-morning-roundup-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 9, 2009 (Akron Beacon Journal delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Down Goes Aramis Ramirez ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/down-goes-aramis-ramirez-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Tom Herrera  Hold your breath,Cubs fans. Aramis Ramirez dislocated his left shoulder diving for a grounder in Friday night's game against the Brewers. We'll have to wait and see what the full prognosis is]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2556.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--IF Bobby Scales tripled as a pinch hitter in the sixth and scored a run. Scales, a career minor leaguer until earlier this week, may keep his roster spot when the Cubs place 3B Aramis Ramirez on the DL Saturday with a dislocated left shoulder.  --C Koyi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Brewers Preview 2009-05-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-brewers-preview-2539.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs managed to stay relatively healthy last season en route to winning their second straight NL Central title. They're already having to deal with a slew of injuries in 2009.The Cubs expect to get Derrek Lee back in their lineup Saturday when]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 3B Ramirez injures left shoulder]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-3b-ramirez-injures-left-shoulder.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs third baseman Aramis Ramirez felt his left shoulder pop out as soon as he landed. It took several minutes for his dislocated arm to be popped back into place.Ramirez was injured on a backhand dive in the third inning of Friday night's 3-2 los]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braun's HR helps Brewers rally past Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/braun-s-hr-helps-brewers-rally-past-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Braun's homer had a familiar feeling.Braun hit a two-run drive in the eighth and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs, who may be without third baseman Aramis Ramirez for an extended period after he dislocated his lef]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MacPhail explains trade ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/macphail-explains-trade-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --Orioles president of Baseball operations Andy MacPhail said that it took about four days for the deal to come together between the O's andCubs that sent Ryan Freel to Chicago for outfielder Joey Gathright.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs survive ninth-inning scare, sweep Houston ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-survive-ninth-inning-scare-sweep-houston-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Cubbie Nation - Notes From the Front Office delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Freel dealt to Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/freel-dealt-to-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2009 (Baltimore Sun delivered byNewstex) --This just in from Orioles beat reporters Jeff Zrebiec and Dan Connolly. Andy MacPhail has pulled off another deal with theChicagoCubs, sending disgruntled utilityman Ryan Freel to Chicago for speedy outfie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Ramirez discolates left shoulder on dive]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-ramirez-discolates-left-shoulder-on-dive.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs third baseman Aramis Ramirez dislocated his left shoulder diving for a grounder in the third inning of Friday night's game against the Milwaukee Brewers.Ramirez made a nifty diving catch of Ryan Braun's sharply hit grounder, but rolled over a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles send Freel to Cubs for OF Gathright]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/orioles-send-freel-to-cubs-for-of-gathright.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Ryan Freel played in Cincinnati, Cubs general manager Jim Hendry admired the versatility and energy the utility player brought to the Reds. Now, Freel will be expected to resume that role in Chicago.The Baltimore Orioles dealt the disgruntled Freel t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles trade Freel to Cubs for OF Gathright]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/orioles-trade-freel-to-cubs-for-of-gathright.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2009 04:55:19 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Baltimore Orioles have traded disgruntled utility player Ryan Freel to the Chicago Cubs for reserve outfielder Joey Gathright.Freel was placed on the 15-day disabled list on April 20 after being struck in the head with an attempted pickoff throw. He i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2532.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Randy Wells will be the starting pitcher Friday when the Cubs travel to Milwaukee. Wells will fill injured Carlos Zambrano's spot in the rotation. Wells tuned up with three scoreless innings Monday for Iowa, lowering his ERA to 2.77 to go with a 3-0]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2533.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs' hitters are almost all healed, so they might be getting ready to put an offensive attack together and sustain it. RF Milton Bradley is playing again after suffering a groin injury on April 12. 1B Derrek Lee had a brief bout with neck spasms, and]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2534.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs placed ace Carlos Zambrano on the 15-day disabled list Monday with a strained left hamstring. The move was expected. Zambrano had an MRI on Sunday night.  The club said he has a "Grade 2" strain on a scale of 1 to 3. Zambrano suffered the injury ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants-Cubs Preview 2009-05-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/giants-cubs-preview-2535.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs are clicking thanks in large part to an unlikely power surge from Ryan Theriot. They can expect their new-found offensive rhythm to be put to the test by the reigning NL Cy Young Award winner.Theriot and the Cubs look to extend their seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Theriot keeps power surge going for Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/theriot-keeps-power-surge-going-for-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With all the sluggers in the Chicago Cubs' lineup, Ryan Theriot is the one supplying the power in the team's latest surge.Theriot hit his third homer in four games and 10th of his career, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the San Francisco Giants 4-2 on Monda]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambrano placed on disabled list ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/zambrano-placed-on-disabled-list-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 4, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --BY ADAM RONIS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Zambrano discusses "my flat tire" ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-zambrano-discusses-my-flat-tire-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 4, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan Convincing Carlos Zambrano to go on the 15-day disabled list with a left hamstring strain on Monday was no easy task. "Z wanted to throw a bullpen," manager Lou Piniella said with a laug]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants-Cubs Preview 2009-05-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/giants-cubs-preview-2524.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs finally started to hit without Aramis Ramirez in the lineup.With their leading hitter expected to return and start Monday night, the Cubs try for a season-high fourth straight victory as they face the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sunday wrap and thoughts ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sunday-wrap-and-thoughts-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (Newsday delivered byNewstex) --BY ADAM RONIS]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Z hurt, but gets win over Marlins]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/big-z-hurt-but-gets-win-over-marlins.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Just when the Chicago Cubs started swinging the bats, they may have lost the centerpiece to their pitching staff.Derrek Lee hit a grand slam shortly after Cubs ace Carlos Zambrano hurt himself while beating out a bunt single, and Chicago defeated the Flor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins getting burned on the bases ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-getting-burned-on-the-bases-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 3, 2009 (Miami Herald delivered byNewstex) --CHICAGO -- Stolen bases. It wasn't the reason the Marlins lost to theCubs Saturday, but it could become a real problem the Marlins face all season. So far, the Fish simply haven't been doing a good job stop]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs retire No. 31 of Maddux, Jenkins]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-retire-no-31-of-maddux-jenkins.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Greg Maddux and Ferguson Jenkins played in different eras, but they used similar styles - and wore the same jersey number - to become two of the best pitchers in Chicago Cubs' history.Their No. 31 was retired prior to the Cubs' game against the Florida Ma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Zambrano leaves game with hamstring injury]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-zambrano-leaves-game-with-hamstring-injury.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs starter Carlos Zambrano left Sunday's game against the Florida Marlins with a left hamstring strain.Zambrano led off the fifth inning with a bunt single, but appeared to hurt himself while stretching to beat the throw from Marlins pitcher Ricky Nolas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ON BASEBALL]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/on-baseball.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Good time for a freeze frame. At the end of April, no team had a larger lead in its division than the Dodgers did in the National League West. Playoffs, baby!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Look past Manny, and L.A. is young ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/look-past-manny-and-l-a-is-young-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nearly every reputableDodger era included difference-making youth.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Cubs Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-cubs-preview-2515.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An inconsistent offense has been one of the biggest reasons for the Chicago Cubs' slow start to 2009. In early May, they're finally starting to resemble the team that boasted a fearsome lineup a year ago.The Cubs look to build off another solid performanc]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlikely power source lifts Cubs again]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/unlikely-power-source-lifts-cubs-again.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs manager Lou Piniella has been looking for more consistency from his team at the plate and on the mound.Ted Lilly delivered on both counts Saturday.Lilly struck out 10 in eight innings and hit a two-run double, powering the Cubs to a 6-1 victory over ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan Theriot homers, again, for Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ryan-theriot-homers-again-for-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 2, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Dave van Dyck Ryan Theriot went 620 at-bats without a home run until he popped a grand slam on Friday. He went one at-bat before he hit his next one. Theriot hit a two-run homer, this coming with only]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday notebook: Hanley will play with pain ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/friday-notebook-hanley-will-play-with-pain-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 2, 2009 (Miami Herald delivered byNewstex) --CHICAGO -- After going four games without Hanley Ramirez in the lineup, theMarlins look like they will be getting him back full-time beginning Saturday -- pain included. Ramirez, who couldn't take more than]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Culprits: Injuries, defense ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/culprits-injuries-defense-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The numbers weren't pretty for theCubs in April -- a sub-.500 record of 10-11 reflecting deficiencies in all aspects of the game. It paled compared to last season's 17-10 April, though wasn't as bad as April 2007, when they finished 10-14.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alternative power]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/alternative-power.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It wouldn't be a bad thing for a player likeCubs second baseman Ryan Theriot to lead the league in singles. But a player like Theriot, who loves to work out in strength training, should be able to do more.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2521.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Backup C Koyie Hill took groundballs at third base Friday morning, one day after making his first major league appearance there. Hill, who was converted to a catcher from a third baseman in Class A ball in 2000, is the emergency third baseman because Ar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2522.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are banged up badly, and their depth is being tested. Aramis Ramirez is day to day with a left-calf strain, and Derrek Lee went out of Sunday's game with neck spasms. Add to that the right-groin strain that has hobbled RF Milton Bradley for two w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2523.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The two things bugging manager Lou Piniella most have been the Cubs' defense and walks issued by his pitchers, particularly his relievers. In Thursday night's 8-2 loss to the Marlins, the Cubs committed three errors, two by Ryan Theriot. The Cubs walked s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2506.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Backup C Koyie Hill took groundballs at third base Friday morning, one day after making his first major league appearance there. Hill, who was converted to a catcher from a third baseman in Class A ball in 2000, is the emergency third baseman because Ar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2507.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are banged up badly, and their depth is being tested. Aramis Ramirez is day to day with a left-calf strain, and Derrek Lee went out of Sunday's game with neck spasms. Add to that the right-groin strain that has hobbled RF Milton Bradley for two w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2508.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The two things bugging manager Lou Piniella most have been the Cubs' defense and walks issued by his pitchers, particularly his relievers. In Thursday night's 8-2 loss to the Marlins, the Cubs committed three errors, two by Ryan Theriot. The Cubs walked s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ots Have It ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/the-ots-have-it-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida Marlins: Hanley returns late, but Marlins lose ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/florida-marlins-hanley-returns-late-but-marlins-lose-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[May 1, 2009 (Sun Sentinel delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hendry talks positive ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hendry-talks-positive-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry?s lament before Thursday night?s game proved prophetic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time for a meeting? Depends on whom you ask ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/time-for-a-meeting-depends-on-whom-you-ask-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Talk hasn?t turned serious yet about theCubs holding a players meeting, but that could change if the inconsistent play continues.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs in throes of serious struggle ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-in-throes-of-serious-struggle-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe Doug Davis lulled theCubs to sleep.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Cubs Preview 2009-05-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-cubs-preview-2514.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs hope a big home run from an unlikely source can help jump-start them offensively and put a slow start to the season behind them.The Cubs look to carry the momentum from a comeback win into Saturday when they continue their four-game serie]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2497.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are banged up badly, and their depth is being tested. Aramis Ramirez is day to day with a left-calf strain, and Derrek Lee went out of Sunday's game with neck spasms. Add to that the right-groin strain that has hobbled RF Milton Bradley for two w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2498.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Aramis Ramirez tested his sore left calf by running on the outfield grass, and he felt well enough for the Cubs to decide against putting him on the disabled list. Ramirez suffered the injury April 24 and has not played since. An MRI performed in Chi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2499.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs returned home Thursday after a 2-4 road trip, but there appeared to be no panic despite a mediocre 10-11 start to the season that included an 8-2, 10-inning loss to the Marlins on Thursday night. Alfonso Soriano, who has questioned the team's int]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins erupt for six runs in 10th to stun Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-erupt-for-six-runs-in-10th-to-stun-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alfredo Amezaga isn't a household name and Florida Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez wants to keep it that way.Amezaga made a key defensive play in the ninth, doubled to lead off the 10th and scored the go-ahead run as the Marlins beat the Cubs 8-2 in 10 inn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Cubs Preview 2009-05-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-cubs-preview-2501.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs aren't hitting, their defense is shaky and their bullpen has struggled. All of that has their veteran manager searching for answers.The Cubs look to avoid a third straight loss when they take on the Florida Marlins on Friday in the second]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins erupt in extras to get past Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-erupt-in-extras-to-get-past-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Lou Piniella is a frustrated manager in a tough spot: He is lacking options.After a sloppy, 8-2 loss in 10 innings to the Florida Marlins on Thursday night, the Chicago Cubs manager talked about shuffling his poor-hitting lineup."What am I supposed to do?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hanley Ramirez Still Out]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hanley-ramirez-still-out.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 30, 2009 (Miami Herald delivered byNewstex) --The hand remains swollen and Hanley Ramirez remains out of the Marlins lineup as they open a 4-game series at Wrigley Field tonight against theChicagoCubs. Ramirez said he would try to swing a bat today f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fans have Green's number ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fans-have-green-s-number-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NEW YORK - Before theMets headed north from spring training, Sean Green left behind the No. 48 jersey he'd worn all spring and asked for another number, any number.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[J.J. LATEST PUTZ TO RUIN SANTANA GEM - RELIEVER COUGHS UP LEAD LATE, BATS DON'T DELIVER IN PINCH ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/j-j-latest-putz-to-ruin-santana-gem-reliever-coughs-up-lead-late-bats-don-t-deliver-in-pinch-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Marlins4]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2488.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If there's one bugaboo biting the Cubs, it's inconsistency. With a 10-0 loss at Arizona on Wednesday, the Cubs finished their road trip with a 2-4 record, and they fell back to 10-10 overall. In both of their victories on the trip, the Cubs scored in doub]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2489.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Alfonso Soriano has seven homers, one short of the team record for April. 1B Derrek Lee hit eight last year. Sammy Sosa (2000, 2002) and Lee Walls (1958) are the other Cubs with eight home runs in April. Soriano has 52 homers leading off games. He's ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2490.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are banged up badly, and their depth is being tested. Aramis Ramirez is day to day with a left-calf strain, and Derrek Lee went out of Sunday's game with neck spasms. Add to that the right-groin strain that has hobbled RF Milton Bradley for two w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marlins-Cubs Preview 2009-04-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marlins-cubs-preview-2491.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Wrigley Field can often be a hitter-friendly environment, it hasn't been kind to Florida Marlins star Hanley Ramirez.Ramirez will likely return to the lineup Thursday night in a park in which he has struggled as the Marlins begin a four-game series ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mixed injury news for victorious Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mixed-injury-news-for-victorious-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheCubs got one of their injured players back Tuesday, and for one night, there was no lamenting who else was missing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diamondbacks 10, Cubs 0]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/diamondbacks-10-cubs-0.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Doug Davis had his second masterful performance in three starts. This one came against the big bats of the Chicago Cubs.Davis allowed two hits over seven innings while Chad Tracy and Justin Upton each drove in three runs in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 10-0 ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tracy, Upton each get 3 RBIs in D-backs' win]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tracy-upton-each-get-3-rbis-in-d-backs-win.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Doug Davis allowed two hits over seven innings while Chad Tracy and Justin Upton each drove in three runs in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 10-0 rout of the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday.Davis (2-3) - just the second left-hander to start against the Cubs this seas]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koyie Hill shines in Cubs win ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/koyie-hill-shines-in-cubs-win-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 29, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan PHOENIX- TheCubs pounded out 15 hits in Tuesday's 11-3 pasting of Arizona, including three by back-up catcher Koyie Hill. With Geovany Soto on the bench for a couple days to ge this ac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-diamondbacks-preview-2496.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A day after one key member returned to the Chicago Cubs' lineup, they appear ready to welcome another back.Trying to get healthy, the Cubs look to win consecutive games for the first time in over a week as they conclude their three-game set with the Arizo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-diamondbacks-preview-2479.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A day after one key member returned to the Chicago Cubs' lineup, they appear ready to welcome another back.Trying to get healthy, the Cubs look to win consecutive games for the first time in over a week as they conclude their three-game set with the Arizo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambrano nearly hits for cycle; Cubs down 'Zona]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/zambrano-nearly-hits-for-cycle-cubs-down-zona.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Only Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella could stop Carlos Zambrano.With Zambrano needing a triple for the cycle, Piniella decided to lift his ace after seven sharp innings and 111 pitches. Zambrano settled for a homer, double and single as the Chicago Cubs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Left on Base: Zambrano an Infielder? ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/left-on-base-zambrano-an-infielder-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 28, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Matt Snyder  Left on Base is MLB FanHouse's link dump.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs¿ struggles continue ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs¿-struggles-continue-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The big guns are on their way back.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[American League standings ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/american-league-standings-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[American League standings]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2484.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are banged up badly, and their depth is being tested. Aramis Ramirez is day to day with a left-calf strain, and Derrek Lee went out of Sunday's game with neck spasms. Add to that the right-groin strain that has hobbled RF Milton Bradley for two w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2485.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs went with a makeshift lineup Monday night, but help might be on the way  "We're getting better," said manager Lou Piniella. Piniella had generally good news about his walking wounded as the Cubs moved from St. Louis to Arizona.  First baseman Der]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2486.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Geovany Soto continues to struggle, both at the plate and behind it. Soto was 0-for-3, and he's 2-for-13 on the road trip. Soto's season average dropped to .119. The Diamondbacks ran at almost every opportunity, stealing five bases in six attempts. So]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-diamondbacks-preview-2487.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After receiving some good news on his team's injury front, Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella hopes to see a positive effort from Carlos Zambrano on the mound.Coming off a pair of subpar starts, the All-Star looks to get back on track Tuesday night as the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-diamondbacks-preview-2470.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After receiving some good news on his team's injury front, Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella hopes to see a positive effort from Carlos Zambrano on the mound.Coming off a pair of subpar starts, the All-Star looks to get back on track Tuesday night as the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D-backs give Haren the support to beat Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/d-backs-give-haren-the-support-to-beat-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dan Haren started the game by giving up a mammoth home run to Alfonso Soriano.He finished his three-hitter by blowing a called third strike past Kosuke Fukudome.And it was Haren's two-run double that was the big hit for the Arizona Diamondbacks in their 7]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Bradley ready to play again ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-bradley-ready-to-play-again-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 27, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan PHOENIX- After two days of extensive workouts in the outfield with strength coach Tim Buss, Milton Bradley is ready to return. Manager Lou Piniella didn't put Bradley into the starting]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs en español: Chicago Cubs anunció sus planes de transmitir en español 20 jue ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-en-español-chicago-cubs-anunció-sus-planes-de-transmitir-en-español-20-jue-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs en espa?ol:ChicagoCubs anunci? sus planes de transmitir en espa?ol 20 juegos del equipo en el 2009. WRTO - 1200 AM empez? sus transmiciones el 21 de abril cuando losCubs recibieron a los Cincinnati Reds en Wrigley Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano, Fukudome lead Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-fukudome-lead-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Great Alfonso Soriano Experiment ended after two games. Maybe it was just as well for theCubs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senators' statistics tell tale ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/senators-statistics-tell-tale-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Statistically it's not a surprise the Harrisburg Senators, after losing their eighth straight game Saturday, own the worst record among all 32 Class AA Baseball teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Redbirds fall to earth Cubs 10, Cardinals 3 ¿ Team ends home stand on a low note as Wellemeyer struggles, Cubs starter Rich Har]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/redbirds-fall-to-earth-cubs-10-cardinals-3-¿-team-ends-home-stand-on-a-low-note-as-wellemeyer-struggles-cubs-starter-rich-harden-shines-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Four batters into Sunday's game, pitcher Todd Wellemeyer had jeopardized theCardinals' chances of sweeping the Chicago Cubs, and each batter provided examples why there are recurring concerns four starts into his season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[When silence speaks volumes]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/when-silence-speaks-volumes.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley -- theCubs' potential $30 million man -- suddenly feels he is under the microscope in Chicago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden halts Cubs' slide, pressures Pujols Cubs' starting pitcher throws close to Cardinals first baseman in response to a pitch]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-halts-cubs-slide-pressures-pujols-cubs-starting-pitcher-throws-close-to-cardinals-first-baseman-in-response-to-a-pitch-by-wellemeyer-that-hits-a-chicago-teammate-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With his team having lost four straight games, Chicago Cubs righthander Rich Harden did what good, veteran big-league starters do. He stopped the losing streak, pitching six strong innings and striking out nine Sunday as the Cubs beat theCardinals 10-3 at]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Diamondbacks Preview 2009-04-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-diamondbacks-preview-2461.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He doesn't possess Carlos Zambrano's flair or Rich Harden's overpowering fastball, but Ted Lilly is quietly becoming the rock of the Chicago Cubs' staff.The veteran left-hander looks for another quality start Monday night at Chase Field as Chicago opens a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden Homers ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-homers-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fukudome leads Cubs barrage on Cards pitching]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fukudome-leads-cubs-barrage-on-cards-pitching.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kosuke Fukudome didn't want a birthday celebration from his teammates. He had no trouble giving them a present, though.Fukudome hit a three-run homer and drove in a career-high five runs on his 32nd birthday, helping the Cubs end a four-game skid with a 1]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pain in the Neck ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/pain-in-the-neck-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Derrek Lee leaves Cubs-Cardinals game with neck spasms ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/derrek-lee-leaves-cubs-cardinals-game-with-neck-spasms-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 26, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan ST. LOUIS- The depletedCubs bench got a little thinner Sunday afternoon after Derrek Lee was removed from the game at Busch Stadium with neck spasms. 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Micah Hoffpauir replaced him at first base in the bottom half.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs slugger Lee leaves game with neck spasms]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-slugger-lee-leaves-game-with-neck-spasms.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Derrek Lee has been taken out of the Chicago Cubs' game at St. Louis because of neck spasms.Lee hit an RBI double in Chicago's three-run first inning. Micah Hoffpauir replaced him at first base in the bottom half.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards have a trio of All-Stars so far Pujols, Ludwick and Molina are off to best starts at their positions in the National Leagu]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cards-have-a-trio-of-all-stars-so-far-pujols-ludwick-and-molina-are-off-to-best-starts-at-their-positions-in-the-national-league-at-this-point-in-this-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Inasmuch as Busch Stadium, the site for the 2009 All-Star Game, was the only major-league venue to have any ballots available for three days last week, it would stand to reason that severalCardinals would be leading in the early returns. But there are thr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez, Marmol hurt in Cubs¿ loss ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ramirez-marmol-hurt-in-cubs¿-loss-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The lineup changed, only the result stayed the same.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-26]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2454.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals didn't have a player reach 80 RBIs the last time they started off as strongly at home as they have this year. 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LOUIS- Aramis Ramirez won't play Saturday due to the calf strain he suffered Friday night, leaving theCubs with no extra infielders for today's game against St. Louis. 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The biggest was that Pi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2445.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Milton Bradley did not start again, but he did pinch-hit and walk in the ninth inning. Bradley has been hobbled since April 12 with a right-groin strain, and manager Lou Piniella says he won't play Bradley until he's 100 percent. After walking, Bradl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2446.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs went huffing and puffing into this week and were glad to have a rainout Sunday night. Their bullpen has been overtaxed and, in some ways, under-performing. An extra-inning game Saturday didn't help. Too many walks have hurt the bullpen, as has th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2447.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With a victory Saturday, the St. Louis Cardinals can accomplish something they haven't done in three seasons - beat the Chicago Cubs in consecutive games.With the Cubs on a season-high skid and their top run producer as well as their best reliever possibl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavens! Cubs fans can cheer from the great beyond]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/heavens-cubs-fans-can-cheer-from-the-great-beyond.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fans of the team that hasn't won the World Series in 101 years now have a place where they can wait an eternity for a title, if necessary.A red brick wall designed to resemble the one in dead center at Wrigley Field has been erected in a Chicago cemetery ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ludwick's RBI single lifts Cards over Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ludwick-s-rbi-single-lifts-cards-over-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols' legs can be just as dangerous as his booming bat. The Chicago Cubs learned that painful lesson.Pujols singled, stole his third base of the year and scored the go-ahead run on Ryan Ludwick's single in the eighth inning in the St. Louis Cardi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ryan Theriot replacing Alfonso Soriano leading off vs. Cardinals ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ryan-theriot-replacing-alfonso-soriano-leading-off-vs-cardinals-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Paul Sullivan ST. LOUIS -- Ryan Theriot will replace Alfonso Soriano leading off Friday night when theCubs face the Cardinals at 7:15 p.m. We'll have more later, but here is the lineup: Theriot, SS ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milton Bradley: 'I Never Had A Problem In My Life Until I Started Playing Baseball' [Mlb] ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/milton-bradley-i-never-had-a-problem-in-my-life-until-i-started-playing-baseball-[mlb]-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 24, 2009 (Gawker Media delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Ramirez injures calf]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-ramirez-injures-calf.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aramis Ramirez strained his left calf running the bases and was taken out in the fifth inning of the Chicago Cubs' game against the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night.Ramirez was hurt on a double leading off the second against Adam Wainwright. He was bat]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2435.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs went huffing and puffing into this week and were glad to have a rainout Sunday night. Their bullpen has been overtaxed and, in some ways, under-performing. An extra-inning game Saturday didn't help. Too many walks have hurt the bullpen, as has th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2436.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milton Bradley situation came to a head, of sorts, Thursday. Manager Lou Piniella said Bradley would not start again until he's 100 percent healthy. Bradley strained his right groin April 12 and didn't start again until Wednesday, when he went 0-for-4]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2437.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Zambrano turned in the third quality start in three days for the Cubs but saw his personal five-game winning streak against the Reds end. Zambrano also committed a throwing error. --LF Alfonso Soriano went 2-for-4 Thursday, with a single and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Preview 2009-04-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-cardinals-preview-2438.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Albert Pujols is again producing MVP-type numbers, but the St. Louis Cardinals' slugger was quiet last weekend against the Chicago Cubs.After bouncing back in his team's most recent series, Pujols will look for a better performance as the NL Central Divis]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[First place proves elusive]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/first-place-proves-elusive.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - In a rare confrontation of biblical proportions - Micah vs. Micah -CincinnatiReds pitcher Micah Owings didn't fare well.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs OF Bradley sidelined again]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-of-bradley-sidelined-again.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After playing one game at far less than full speed, Milton Bradley is back on the Chicago Cubs' bench, nursing a lingering groin injury."When he's 100 percent, I'll put him out there," manager Lou Piniella said Thursday, one day after Bradley played right]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradley hearing it from fans ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bradley-hearing-it-from-fans-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley heard it from the remainingCubs fans among the 38,738 who came out to Wrigley Field on Wednesday night.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs to recall Samardzija ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-to-recall-samardzija-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There seemed to be no hurry earlier this week to make any changes with theCubs? beleaguered bullpen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harang's gem helps Reds handle Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harang-s-gem-helps-reds-handle-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's been nine years - not to mention seven managers - since the Cincinnati Reds have had a winning record. They're sick of being bad and determined to make 2009 a season to remember."We're making it known that we're going to come out and battle everybody]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2426.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That didn't take long. After the Cubs spent the early part of this week saying they hadn't discussed bringing someone up from Class AAA Iowa, they'll do so Thursday, when right-hander Jeff Samardzija is recalled. The plan is for Samardzija to work out of ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2427.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Ted Lilly turned in the Cubs' second quality start in two nights Wednesday. However, Lilly said his fastball wasn't at its best and that he relied on the curve more. Lilly has been nursing a cold. --SS Ryan Theriot had his hitting streak snapped at ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2428.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs went huffing and puffing into this week and were glad to have a rainout Sunday night. Their bullpen has been overtaxed and, in some ways, under-performing. An extra-inning game Saturday didn't help. Too many walks have hurt the bullpen, as has th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds-Cubs Preview 2009-04-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/reds-cubs-preview-2429.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano struggled in his last outing for the Chicago Cubs. That's not been the case in his recent starts against the Cincinnati Reds.The right-hander looks to continue his dominance over the Reds on Thursday in the decisive contest of a three-game]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cueto, Reds shut down Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cueto-reds-shut-down-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Reds manager Dusty Baker is excited for the time when both his hitters and pitchers are performing at a high level.Johnny Cueto pitched seven scoreless innings, Jay Bruce homered in the ninth and Cincinnati beat the Chicago Cubs 3-0 on Wednesday night.Joe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jeff Samardzija to Be Recalled ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/jeff-samardzija-to-be-recalled-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 22, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Matt Snyder  The biggest weakness in the early going of 2009 for theCubs has been bullpen depth.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spartans showing no fear during winning streak ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/spartans-showing-no-fear-during-winning-streak-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ralph Remus went to the mound after a leadoff double in the seventh inning of a one-run game with rival Benet.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden productive]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-productive.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Let?s see, a cat ran out onto the field. A fan made a play on a ball theCubs? left fielder might have caught.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs sticking with current bullpen setup ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-sticking-with-current-bullpen-setup-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry is scheduled to return to Wrigley Field today after visiting the Class AAA farm team in Des Moines for the past several days.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds-Cubs Preview 2009-04-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/reds-cubs-preview-2417.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cincinnati Reds had their way with Ted Lilly last season.They'll try to defeat Lilly for the fifth straight time Wednesday night when they continue a three-game road series against the Chicago Cubs.Lilly (2-0, 3.86 ERA) set a career high with 17 wins ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 7, Reds 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-7-reds-2.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Micah Hoffpauir is doing his best to make sure Milton Bradley's absence isn't hurting the Chicago Cubs.Starting in right field only because of a lingering injury to Bradley, Hoffpauir has been one of the Chicago Cubs' hottest hitters. The 29-year-old rook]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden throws well as Cubs overcome Reds]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-throws-well-as-cubs-overcome-reds.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie Micah Hoffpauir homered and hit a tiebreaking sacrifice fly, Rich Harden pitched six strong innings and the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-2 Tuesday night.Hoffpauir, playing in place of the injured Milton Bradley, hit solo homer in the sec]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hendry visits I-Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hendry-visits-i-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry was finishing up a visit to Des Moines, Iowa, on Monday, where he has been watching the organization?s Class AAA farm club.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It Turns Out That Overextending A Bullpen is a Bad Thing ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/it-turns-out-that-overextending-a-bullpen-is-a-bad-thing-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 21, 2009 (Blogcritics.org delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds-Cubs Preview 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/reds-cubs-preview-2422.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After two days off, the Chicago Cubs are gearing up for a heavy dose of baseball.The Cubs will begin a stretch of 20 games without an off day when they open a three-game home series against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.Chicago (7-4) had the finale]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Shaky last start means spotlight today is on Harden ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/shaky-last-start-means-spotlight-today-is-on-harden-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[His last start lasted only three innings, one of the shortest of his career, which puts extra focus onCubs right-hander Rich Harden today.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Series preview]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/series-preview.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Where: Wrigley Field]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duncan maps out a plan for rotation's fifth starter Notebook ¿ The slot will rotate among several pitchers, with Boggs up next.]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/duncan-maps-out-a-plan-for-rotation-s-fifth-starter-notebook-¿-the-slot-will-rotate-among-several-pitchers-with-boggs-up-next-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forced by injury and inclement weather to shuffle the rotation,Cardinals pitching coach Dave Duncan said the plan now is to have four starters stay on their regular turn. The fifth starter will be used only as needed.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2409.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs went huffing and puffing into this week and were glad to have a rainout Sunday night. Their bullpen has been overtaxed and, in some ways, under-performing. An extra-inning game Saturday didn't help. Too many walks have hurt the bullpen, as has th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2410.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpen appears to be the biggest challenge facing the Cubs in the early going, but it looks as if the team will ride things out, at least for a little while. General manager Jim Hendry has been in Des Moines watching the Class AAA Iowa affiliate, but]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2411.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--IF/OF Jake Fox, a member of the 40-man roster, was named the Pacific Coast League's Hitter of the Week. Fox, who saw time with the Cubs in 2007, batted .487 for the week with Iowa with seven homers, five doubles and 14 runs scored. His OPS (on-base plus]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reds-Cubs Preview 2009-04-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/reds-cubs-preview-2412.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After two days off, the Chicago Cubs are gearing up for a heavy dose of baseball.The Cubs will begin a stretch of 20 straight games without an off day when they open a three-game home series against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.Chicago (7-4) had t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No way. Really? Huh. ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/no-way-really-huh-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the "go-figure" department, this one didn?t.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez blasts game-winner ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ramirez-blasts-game-winner-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the second straight game, aCubs hitter proved he had a short memory, which was a good thing.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Piniella looking for more help from starters ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/piniella-looking-for-more-help-from-starters-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As much asCubs manager Lou Piniella was upset with his bullpen after Thursday?s loss to the Cardinals, he said he needs more from his starters, too.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs need Cotts to come out of funk ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-need-cotts-to-come-out-of-funk-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Even though the St. Louis Cardinals were in the same boat,Cubs manager Lou Piniella looked at Sunday?s rainout as a break for his beleaguered bullpen.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs game postponed because of rain]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-cubs-game-postponed-because-of-rain.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The bullpens of the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals got a much-needed break from the weather on Sunday night.Steady rain and an ugly forecast postponed the conclusion of their four-game series, which will be made up July 12 as part of a day-night dou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Cardinals Rivalry in Full Swing ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-cardinals-rivalry-in-full-swing-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 19, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered byNewstex) --by Matt Snyder  We haven't even completed two full weeks of the Major League Baseball season yet, but the (arguably) best rivalry in the National League is already giving us a taste of what an exciting rac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lurie: Major league pitching has been unseasonably cold so far this season ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/lurie-major-league-pitching-has-been-unseasonably-cold-so-far-this-season-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two weeks of the 2009 Baseball season now concluded have we learned anything from the performance of the teams?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Carp' injury tests Cards' resolve The club is intent on persevering with the arms on hand, though that may change if performanc]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-carp-injury-tests-cards-resolve-the-club-is-intent-on-persevering-with-the-arms-on-hand-though-that-may-change-if-performance-is-lacking-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - As Chris Carpenter disappeared Tuesday night into the tunnel stretching from the visitors' dugout in Phoenix to theCardinals clubhouse, manager Tony La Russa wore the expression of a man stricken. He had seen this before. His look of disbelief s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-2407.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs haven't lacked for late drama against the rival St. Louis Cardinals, but that's because they've had trouble keeping the Cardinals' offense off the scoreboard.To take the four-game series, the Cubs will look for an anxiety-free outing from]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morning Box Score ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/morning-box-score-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 19, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-2394.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs haven't lacked for late drama against the rival St. Louis Cardinals, but that's because they've had trouble keeping the Cardinals' offense off the scoreboard.To take the four-game series, the Cubs will look for an anxiety-free outing from]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best for Last ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/best-for-last-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 18, 2009 (Baseball Musings delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs walk off on Ramirez's 2-run blast in 11th]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-walk-off-on-ramirez-s-2-run-blast-in-11th.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When the Chicago Cubs are in need of a big hit late in a game, Aramis Ramirez is the man they want at the plate.Ramirez was 0-for-5 before hitting a game-winning, two-run homer in the 11th inning to give the Cubs a 7-5 victory against the St. Louis Cardin]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Milton Bradley suspended for two games ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-milton-bradley-suspended-for-two-games-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 18, 2009 (Chicago Tribune delivered byNewstex) --By Dave van DyckCubs' outfielder Milton Bradley was suspended for two games and fined an undisclosed amount for arguing a called third strike and being ejected from Thursday's game against the Cardinal]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs outfielder Bradley suspended 2 games]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-outfielder-bradley-suspended-2-games.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs outfielder Milton Bradley has been suspended two games for arguing balls and strikes and making contact with umpire Larry Vanover.The discipline announced Saturday by Major League Baseball stems from an outburst in Thursday's loss to the St. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs outfielder Bradley suspended 2 games 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-outfielder-bradley-suspended-2-games-2399.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs outfielder Milton Bradley has been suspended two games for arguing balls and strikes and making contact with umpire Larry Vanover.The discipline announced Saturday by Major League Baseball stems from an outburst in Thursday's loss to the St. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs top Cards on blast by Soriano Cubs 8, Cardinals 7 ¿ Slugger connects for two-run shot off Perez in the eighth. ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-top-cards-on-blast-by-soriano-cubs-8-cardinals-7-¿-slugger-connects-for-two-run-shot-off-perez-in-the-eighth-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CHICAGO - For seven innings Friday two young Cardinal pitchers made Chicago Cubs left fielder Alfonso Soriano look lost at the plate.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No. 1 with a bullet]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/no-1-with-a-bullet.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The questions about Alfonso Soriano as a leadoff hitter may never die. All that matters to theCubs is that he is a hitter.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2402.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. Only RHP Carlos Marmol remains from the bullpen that opened the 2008 season. Of most concern to Piniella was the high num]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2385.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. Only RHP Carlos Marmol remains from the bullpen that opened the 2008 season. Of most concern to Piniella was the high num]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2386.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As much as the Cubs' bullpen is a work in progress, manager Lou Piniella wants his starting pitchers to ease the burden a bit. Piniella was critical of his bullpen after a 7-4 loss to the Cardinals Thursday, when the bullpen gave up two runs in the sevent]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2387.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Marmol closed in place of Kevin Gregg. Manager Lou Piniella said Marmol was warming up in the eighth inning and that's why he went to him. Marmol has two saves and an 0.00 ERA. Gregg has one save and an ERA of 9.00. Piniella says Gregg still ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RECOVERY PLAN]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/recovery-plan.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If Jeff Suppan is dwelling on his trying start to the season, theMilwaukeeBrewers' pitcher was doing a good job of hiding it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Afternoon Box Score: Cubs Trump Cards ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/afternoon-box-score-cubs-trump-cards-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 17, 2009 (Gothamist delivered byNewstex) --]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-2390.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since signing with the Chicago Cubs, Alfonso Soriano has had a tendency of getting off to slow starts. That has not been the case in 2009.After lifting Chicago to a comeback win with a clutch home run his last time out, Soriano looks to lead the Cubs to t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Cardinals 7]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-cardinals-7.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All Alfonso Soriano needed to see was a pitch to his liking, and that's a pretty broad category.After striking out three times earlier Friday, Soriano golfed Chris Perez's low slider into the left-field bleachers for a two-run, eighth-inning homer to give]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano's blast in 8th sends Cubs over Cards]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-s-blast-in-8th-sends-cubs-over-cards.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After striking out three times earlier in the game, Alfonso Soriano hit a two-run homer in the eighth inning Friday, rallying the Chicago Cubs to an 8-7 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.It was the second game-winning homer in a week for Soriano, who s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Iannetta has made strides behind plate ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/iannetta-has-made-strides-behind-plate-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There was more evidence this week that Chris Iannetta]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2376.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. Only RHP Carlos Marmol remains from the bullpen that opened the 2008 season. Of most concern to Piniella was the high num]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2377.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella was given an almost entirely new bullpen this year, and it's starting to concern him. Piniella watched Thursday as Cubs relievers couldn't hold a lead for Sean Marshall, who left with Chicago holding a 4-3 edge over St. Louis after fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2378.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Milton Bradley was ejected from Thursday's game after being called out on a 3-2 pitch with the bases loaded and one out in the sixth inning. Bradley, who had not played since straining his right groin Sunday, was pinch-hitting. Before the game, Bradl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BIG BOPPERS HAVEN'T MADE A SMASH YET ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/big-boppers-haven-t-made-a-smash-yet-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In assessing the first eight games of theMilwaukeeBrewers' season a few hours prior to game No. 9 Wednesday night, manager Ken Macha simply pointed to the National League statistics and stated the obvious.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hard to explain Harden¿s day ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hard-to-explain-harden¿s-day-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Why it happened, who knows?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs gearing up for big series ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-gearing-up-for-big-series-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It may be a little early to start talking about showdowns, but the St. Louis Cardinals come to Wrigley Field today to open a four-game series. Next weekend, the teams meet at Busch Stadium.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-2382.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kyle Lohse joined the St. Louis Cardinals a little over a year ago hoping to add some depth to their rotation. He's instead become their most reliable pitcher.Coming off one of the best performances of his career, Lohse looks to open a season with three c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals 7, Cubs 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-7-cubs-4.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Duncan is back and better than ever - at the plate, anyway.Despite some adventuresome fielding, the St. Louis Cardinals are happy to have Duncan back in the lineup every day."When he's healthy, he's clutch," manager Tony La Russa said Thursday after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Duncan keeps up hot start as Cards top Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/duncan-keeps-up-hot-start-as-cards-top-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Duncan is back and better than ever - at the plate, anyway.Despite some adventuresome fielding, the St. Louis Cardinals are happy to have Duncan back in the lineup every day."When he's healthy, he's clutch," manager Tony La Russa said Thursday after]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals-Cubs Preview 2009-04-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-cubs-preview-2370.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The St. Louis Cardinals didn't let an injury to one of their top pitchers bring them down. Instead, they kept clicking offensively.The Cardinals will look to continue their hot hitting in Thursday's opener of a four-game road series against the rival Chic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marquis goes seven strong as Rockies top Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marquis-goes-seven-strong-as-rockies-top-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jason Marquis wasn't a fan favorite in his time with the Chicago Cubs, and if he didn't know it then, he does now. The Wrigley Field faithful booed him at every turn this week.Marquis got some measure of revenge Wednesday, hitting a two-run single off Ric]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In the repair shop  Suppan's next start pushed back ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/in-the-repair-shop-suppan-s-next-start-pushed-back-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Jeff Suppan exited his last start at Miller Park, a tidal wave of boos ushered him toward the first-base dugout.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2373.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ted Lilly is 2-0 despite having a rough outing in his first start of the season, in which he gave up four home runs at Houston. In Monday's home opener against the Rockies, Lilly worked 6 2/3 innings of hitless ball as the Cubs won 4-0. Lilly is the type ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2374.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Alfonso Soriano has hit safely in seven of the first eight games, going 10-for-32 (.313). Four walks have helped Soriano compile an on-base percentage of .389. He leads the team with four home runs. All winter, there was talk in the Chicago media abo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2375.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. Only RHP Carlos Marmol remains from the bullpen that opened the 2008 season. Of most concern to Piniella was the high num]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2361.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ted Lilly is 2-0 despite having a rough outing in his first start of the season, in which he gave up four home runs at Houston. In Monday's home opener against the Rockies, Lilly worked 6 2/3 innings of hitless ball as the Cubs won 4-0. Lilly is the type ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2362.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LF Alfonso Soriano has hit safely in seven of the first eight games, going 10-for-32 (.313). Four walks have helped Soriano compile an on-base percentage of .389. He leads the team with four home runs. All winter, there was talk in the Chicago media abo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2363.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. Only RHP Carlos Marmol remains from the bullpen that opened the 2008 season. Of most concern to Piniella was the high num]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[JUST A WALK IN THE PARK FOR CUBS]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/just-a-walk-in-the-park-for-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If the first two games of theMilwaukeeBrewers' home-opening series against the Chicago Cubs were any indication, Sunday night's finale was one worth watching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[NOW, THEY'RE MORE CHOOSY AT THE PLATE ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/now-they-re-more-choosy-at-the-plate-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corey Hart admittedly has never been a hitter who draws too many walks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cooper could be first manager fired]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cooper-could-be-first-manager-fired.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Firing Cecil Cooper wouldn't be unreasonable, but it wouldn't turn the suspect Astros into contenders, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramirez joins list of hurting Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ramirez-joins-list-of-hurting-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Add third baseman Aramis Ramirez to theCubs? list of walking wounded.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Signs abound that this could be another strange year ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/signs-abound-that-this-could-be-another-strange-year-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Lou Piniella probably thought he could get through at least one home game without hearing about curses.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brrrrrrilliant! ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brrrrrrilliant-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a day that felt more like New Year?s Day than Opening Day,Cubs pitcher Ted Lilly authored something akin to his own winter classic Monday at Wrigley Field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2352.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Between injuries and the weather in Chicago, Cubs manager Lou Piniella will have to remake his offense on the fly. Piniella was without three starters Monday, as Milton Bradley (groin), Aramis Ramirez (back) and Geovany Soto (shoulder) missed the game. No]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2353.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Ryan Theriot failed to get a hit for the first time this season. However, he laid down a sacrifice bunt in the eighth inning after LF Alfonso Soriano singled to lead off. RF Kosuke Fukudome followed with an RBI single. Theriot is 11-for-24 (.458) thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2354.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella admitted he is still learning about his bullpen, which was nearly completely reconstructed during the offseason. Only RHP Carlos Marmol remains from the bullpen that opened the 2008 season. Of most concern to Piniella was the high num]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOUND FOR WEEKS]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sound-for-weeks.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rickie Weeks has heard time and time again about how he's slowed down in the field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BULLPEN OFFERS UP LITTLE RELIEF IN LOSS]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bullpen-offers-up-little-relief-in-loss.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Now comes the test for Carlos Villanueva.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOTO LIKELY OUT FOR SERIES ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soto-likely-out-for-series-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs may be without catcher Geovany Soto for their three-game series against theMilwaukeeBrewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RIVERA RELISHES EXPANDED ROLE]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rivera-relishes-expanded-role.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You didn't have to look at the lineup card to know Saturday night was going to be special for Mike Rivera.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Try finding a ballplayer like Fidrych these days]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/try-finding-a-ballplayer-like-fidrych-these-days.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Fidrych had a style all his own. Sadly, his death reminds us that they don't make ballplayers like him anymore, Kevin Hench says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Brewers 5]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-brewers-5.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It was a weekend filled with worries for Lou Piniella, but things didn't seem so bad to the Chicago Cubs manager after Sunday night's 8-5 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies-Cubs Preview 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rockies-cubs-preview-2344.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time the Chicago Cubs were seen at Wrigley Field, they were on their way to being swept out of their NL division series after finishing with the league's best record, ensuring the North Siders would spend a 100th consecutive cold winter without a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Brewers 5 2009-04-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-brewers-5-2345.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If struggling Milwaukee Brewers starter Jeff Suppan was wondering how much worse things could possibly get after Alfonso Soriano smacked the first pitch of the game off the facade in center field, he got his answer all too soon: Much worse.Suppan issued t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs rough up Suppan in win over Brewers]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-rough-up-suppan-in-win-over-brewers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[If struggling Milwaukee Brewers starter Jeff Suppan was wondering how much worse things could possibly get after Alfonso Soriano smacked the first pitch of the game off the facade in center field, he got his answer all too soon: Much worse.Suppan issued t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs RF Bradley leaves game with groin strain]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-rf-bradley-leaves-game-with-groin-strain.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs right fielder Milton Bradley left Sunday's game against Milwaukee with a right groin strain after he came up limping while trying to run from second to third base in the fourth inning.Reed Johnson pinch ran for Bradley, and scored when Brewer]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs C Soto expected to return Wednesday]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-c-soto-expected-to-return-wednesday.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs got some welcome good news on the ailing right shoulder of catcher Geovany Soto on Sunday, and now expect him to return to the lineup Wednesday. Cubs manager Lou Piniella said Soto could be available as a pinch runner or pinch hitter earl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREWERS REPLAY  NEW COMBINATION  Top of order packs punch  Weeks, Hart have started fast ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-replay-new-combination-top-of-order-packs-punch-weeks-hart-have-started-fast-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rickie Weeks and Corey Hart could be a dangerous 1-2 punch at the top of theMilwaukeeBrewers lineup.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GAME REPORT  CUBS 6, BREWERS 5 ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/game-report-cubs-6-brewers-5-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[INSIDE PITCH]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CUBS 6, BREWERS 5  Flipping the script  This time, Chicago benefits from ninth-inning heroics ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-6-brewers-5-flipping-the-script-this-time-chicago-benefits-from-ninth-inning-heroics-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For the second straight night, the crowd at Miller Park stood in the ninth inning and screamed for their team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Brewers Preview 2009-04-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-brewers-preview-2334.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a former closer for the Chicago Cubs, Ryan Dempster knows all about the pressure that comes with the territory.The converted starter will try to give his teammates a break and continue his mastery of the Milwaukee Brewers as the teams wrap up a three-g]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 6, Brewers 5]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-6-brewers-5.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella is still getting to know his team's rebuilt bullpen. So far, all he knows is his relievers are issuing too many walks.The Cubs' shaky bullpen was bailed out Saturday night by Alfonso Soriano, whose two-run homer in the ni]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano rescues Cubs' bullpen in win]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-rescues-cubs-bullpen-in-win.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alfonso Soriano made up for another poor performance by the Chicago Cubs' bullpen, smacking a go-ahead two-run homer in the ninth inning to give the Cubs a 6-5 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday.The Cubs entered the ninth trailing by a run, an]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No walk in the park for Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/no-walk-in-the-park-for-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MILWAUKEE ? Lou Piniella did his stand-up routine Friday after theCubs? tough 4-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in the home opener at Miller Park.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soto¿s injury leaves Cubs short-handed at catcher ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soto¿s-injury-leaves-cubs-short-handed-at-catcher-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[MILWAUKEE ? Geovany Soto didn?t seem overly worried Friday about his right shoulder, but manager Lou Piniella sounded concerned about a possible lack of catching depth.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soto improving, but Cubs thin at catcher for now]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soto-improving-but-cubs-thin-at-catcher-for-now.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs catcher Geovany Soto's sore right shoulder is feeling much better and he will test it by throwing before Sunday's game.If Soto isn't at least ready for backup duty by Monday's home opener, the team might have to put him on the disabled list. ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looper's mettle sparkles  But he struggles with command ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/looper-s-mettle-sparkles-but-he-struggles-with-command-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Braden Looper was hoping for a more polished debut with theMilwaukeeBrewers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Many Brewers' drives snared by traffic jam ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/many-brewers-drives-snared-by-traffic-jam-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheMilwaukeeBrewers' late arrival home from San Francisco early Friday led to an unexpected spectacle later in the day in the traffic jams surrounding Miller Park before the home opener:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' bullpen falters  Harden's effort gets wasted ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-bullpen-falters-harden-s-effort-gets-wasted-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Lou Piniella loved everything about his team's pitching through six innings Friday at Miller Park.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2325.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2326.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Sean Marshall, the Cubs' fifth starter, is available for bullpen duty this weekend, and he faced one batter Friday, walking Prince Fielder to lead off the eighth. Marshall is being skipped the first turn through the rotation. He'll pitch next Thursd]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2327.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Catcher Geovany Soto probably is out for the entire weekend series at Milwaukee because of inflammation in his right shoulder. Soto underwent an MRI exam Thursday in Chicago, and the Cubs said it turned up nothing more than inflammation and irritation.  "]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Starting over Mike Hampton expects a lot from himself in his second Astros stint ASTROS: Hampton improves in spring ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/starting-over-mike-hampton-expects-a-lot-from-himself-in-his-second-astros-stint-astros-hampton-improves-in-spring-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Brewers Preview 2009-04-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-brewers-preview-2329.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time Carlos Zambrano pitched at Miller Park, he recorded the Cubs' first no-hitter in 36 years. The emotional pitcher dropped to his knees after the final out, Cubs fans cheered wildly and the Milwaukee Brewers were more than 800 miles away.Zambr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A still-developing picture for Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-still-developing-picture-for-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Trends don?t develop over three Baseball games. About all we can do is look at a few snapshots.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soto expected back in lineup soon ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soto-expected-back-in-lineup-soon-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs catcher Geovany Soto underwent a precautionary MRI on his right shoulder Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers 4, Cubs 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-4-cubs-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brewers second baseman Rickie Weeks has put on a few pounds since last season, and admits it isn't all muscle. But he still can run - fast enough to take third base on a wild pitch, then slide home headfirst to complete a thrilling ninth-inning rally.It r]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers rally past Cubs in bottom of 9th]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-rally-past-cubs-in-bottom-of-9th.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Braun's grounder to shortstop scored Rickie Weeks on a close play at the plate, and the Milwaukee Brewers rallied for two runs in the ninth inning against new Chicago Cubs closer Kevin Gregg for a 4-3 victory in their home opener Friday.It was the fi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clean MRI has Soto likely to stay off DL ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/clean-mri-has-soto-likely-to-stay-off-dl-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs hope they have dodged a disabled-list move with All-Star catcher Geovany Soto after a precautionary MRI on Thursday revealed no structural damage in his inflamed right shoulder.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden ready to let actions tell his story ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-ready-to-let-actions-tell-his-story-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The realization started to sink in near the end of last season, after 2 1/2 months in Chicago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Brewers Preview 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-brewers-preview-2318.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After coming over from Japan in a heralded free agent signing, Kosuke Fukudome made a splash in last season's debut against the Milwaukee Brewers.There weren't many highlights the rest of the season for Fukudome, especially during the second half.Coming o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2319.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RF Milton Bradley was hitless in his first nine at-bats, but the Cubs liked his approach at the plate and the fact that he was seeing a lot of pitches. Bradley had drawn four walks, including three Wednesday. Manager Lou Piniella also has termed Bradley]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2320.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2321.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ted Lilly turned in the only clunker among the three performances by Cubs starting pitchers in the three-game series at Houston. Lilly, the No 3 starter, gave up eight hits and five runs in five innings of the Cubs' 11-6 victory Wednesday. The Cubs said t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Early Fantasy Observations: The Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/early-fantasy-observations-the-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 9, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered by Newstex) --by Matt Snyder  From time to time this season, we'll be checking in with some analysis of how fantasy relevant players actually look during the games, and try to ascertain what it might mean moving forward]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Geovany Soto Could Go on the DL ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/geovany-soto-could-go-on-the-dl-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Apr. 9, 2009 (AOL Weblogs delivered by Newstex) --by Tom Fornelli  Cubs catcher Geovany Soto had to leave theCubs' game on Tuesday evening in the fifth inning after making a throw to second base. After the throw Soto felt some pain in his right shoulder a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don¿t blame WBC for Lilly¿s outing ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/don¿t-blame-wbc-for-lilly¿s-outing-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It would be easy to blame the World Baseball Classic, but we?ve seen this before.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['O' steals the show]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-o-steals-the-show.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got out of Houston with a series win to open the new season, but not before showing a glimpse of what could be their Achilles heel.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A good reason to smile]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-good-reason-to-smile.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Something seemed different about Cubs center fielder Kosuke Fukudome on Wednesday, even in batting practice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs break out the lumber in rout of Astros]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-break-out-the-lumber-in-rout-of-astros.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs manager Lou Piniella joked with Ted Lilly that he picked the right night to have a mediocre start.Lilly gave up five runs in five innings but it was good enough to earn the win in Chicago's 11-6 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday night.Aram]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball today ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-today-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[ANERICAN LEAGUE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball A.M. ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-a-m-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AMERICAN LEAGUE]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[National League ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/national-league-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros 3, Cubs 2 10 innings]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[astros 3 | 10 | Cubs 2 Break goes Astros' way Keppinger shatters bat while delivering winner in 10th ASTROS: Wandy turns in soli]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-3-|-10-|-cubs-2-break-goes-astros-way-keppinger-shatters-bat-while-delivering-winner-in-10th-astros-wandy-turns-in-solid-start-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Astros update]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AL standings ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/al-standings-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[AL standings]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball's top 100 highest-paid players ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-s-top-100-highest-paid-players-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The 2009 salaries for the top 100 highest-paid major league baseball players on opening day rosters and disabled lists.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2298.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2299.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manager Lou Piniella tweaked his lineup for the second game of the season-opening series at Houston. Reed Johnson replaced Kosuke Fukudome in center field, as expected, as the Astros threw left-hander Wandy Rodriguez at the Cubs. That's been the plan all ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2300.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cubs opened a season without anybody on the disabled list for the first time since 1986. --RHP Jeff Samardzija is expected to work as a starting pitcher for Class AAA Iowa once he gets settled, but the Cubs expect to limit him to two or three inning]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros 3, Cubs 2(10)]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-3-cubs-2-10-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A week ago Jeff Keppinger thought he was going to be released from the Cincinnati Reds after a sluggish spring.Instead he was traded to Houston, where Keppinger shook off his recent struggles with a broken-bat single in the 10th inning off closer Kevin Gr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Astros Preview 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-astros-preview-2302.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs may be the two-time defending NL Central Division champions, but that's not because of their play against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park.Coming off an extra-inning victory, the Astros look to win their third straight home series w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Astros 3, Cubs 2(10) 2009-04-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/astros-3-cubs-2-10--2303.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Keppinger found a quick way to endear himself to his new team: He won a game in his first at-bat.Exactly one week after being traded to Houston, Keppinger hit a broken-bat single in the 10th inning off closer Kevin Gregg that gave the Astros a 3-2 vi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keppinger helps Astros top Cubs in 10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/keppinger-helps-astros-top-cubs-in-10.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Keppinger's broken-bat single in the 10th inning off closer Kevin Gregg gave the Houston Astros a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night.Hunter Pence homered and Michael Bourn had an RBI single for the Astros, who carried a 2-1 lead into ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ill. official: No Wrigley deal without numbers]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ill-official-no-wrigley-deal-without-numbers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[An Illinois official who was negotiating a deal to help renovate Wrigley Field says the talks stalled even before the former governor's arrest on corruption charges.William Brandt, chairman of the Illinois Finance Authority, said Tuesday that a $300 milli]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saving the Tigers]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/saving-the-tigers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2009 04:55:20 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAKELAND, Fla. -- TheDetroitTigers had just picked up the pitcher who would win that season's Most Valuable Player and Cy Young awards and lead them to a World Series win.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2290.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe it's a new Carlos Zambrano. The Cubs were hoping that, at long last, Zambrano would not implode during an opening-day start. In the Cubs' 4-2 victory at Houston on Monday night, Zambrano looked rushed at the beginning, as he walked Kaz Matsui on fou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2291.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Angel Guzman and David Patton made the Cubs' bullpen. Guzman, a longtime prospect, was out of options, but the Cubs didn't want to lose him now that he finally appears to be healthy after several years of medical problems. Patton is a Rule 5 draft ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2292.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Astros Preview 2009-04-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-astros-preview-2293.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After four seasons working out of the bullpen, Ryan Dempster enjoyed a career year as a starter for the Chicago Cubs in 2008.He hopes to build off that success starting Tuesday night while trying to help the visiting Cubs record a second straight victory ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 4, Astros 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-4-astros-2.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano put his opening-day jitters behind him.Zambrano pitched into the seventh inning to get his first opening-day win in five chances, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 4-2 victory over Roy Oswalt and the Houston Astros on Monday night."I wasn't th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Big Z pitches Cubs to win over Astros]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/big-z-pitches-cubs-to-win-over-astros.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano pitched into the seventh inning to get his first opening-day win in five chances, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 4-2 victory over the Houston Astros on Monday night.Zambrano allowed one run and five hits over six-plus innings in his first s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTSDAY PICKS ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sportsday-picks-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TIM COWLISHAW]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[PLAY BALL! ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/play-ball-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs Roster]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/2009-chicago-cubs-roster.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs-Astros Preview 2009-04-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-astros-preview-2284.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time Carlos Zambrano faced the Houston Astros, he pitched a no-hitter against them.The Chicago Cubs ace starts the season opener at Minute Maid Park on Monday, and the Astros remember a lot of things about that previous matchup.Hard feelings resu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambrano, Oswalt square off in Cubs-Astros opener]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/zambrano-oswalt-square-off-in-cubs-astros-opener.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The last time Carlos Zambrano faced the Houston Astros, he pitched a no-hitter against them.The Chicago Cubs ace starts the season opener at Minute Maid Park on Monday, and the Astros remember a lot of things about that previous matchup.Hard feelings resu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs release RHP Chad Gaudin]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-release-rhp-chad-gaudin.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs have released right-hander Chad GaudinThe reliever was acquired from Oakland in the trade that brought Rich Harden to Chicago in July.The Cubs also optioned right-hander Jeff Samardzija to Triple-A Iowa on Sunday.Gaudin went 9-5 with a 4.40 ERA i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here's what to expect in 2009]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/here-s-what-to-expect-in-2009.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[No one expected the Rays to reach the World Series last year. With that in mind, Joel Sherman tells you what to expect in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Managers on the hot seat]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/managers-on-the-hot-seat.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New York isn't the only place where the pressure's on. Ken Rosenthal tells you which managers are on the hot seat this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira leads Yanks to exhibition rout of Cubs 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/teixeira-leads-yanks-to-exhibition-rout-of-cubs-2289.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is feeling right at home in his new house.Flashing the power stroke that earned him a $180 million contract with the Yankees, Teixeira homered twice and drove in four runs to lead New York over the lethargic Chicago Cubs 10-1 on Saturday.Der]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No more Wrigley? Cubs ace asks for a new ballpark]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/no-more-wrigley-cubs-ace-asks-for-a-new-ballpark.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Standing in the plush visitors' clubhouse of Yankee Stadium, Carlos Zambrano made a plea for Chicago to replace Wrigley Field."You come into a ballpark like this and you see great things," the Cubs ace told The Associated Press on Saturday before his team]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees 10, Cubs 1]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/yankees-10-cubs-1.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira and the New York Yankees felt right at home in their new house. As soon as they got settled, though, it was time to say goodbye.Flashing the power stroke that earned him a $180 million contract this offseason, Teixeira homered twice and drov]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira leads Yanks to exhibition rout of Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/teixeira-leads-yanks-to-exhibition-rout-of-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is feeling right at home in his new house.Flashing the power stroke that earned him a $180 million contract with the Yankees, Teixeira homered twice and drove in four runs to lead New York over the lethargic Chicago Cubs 10-1 on Saturday.Der]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2279.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Koyie Hill beat out veteran Paul Bako for the backup job behind reigning Rookie of the Year Geovany Soto. Hill out-hit Bako early in the Cactus League season before Bako came on at the end. However, the Cubs went with Hill over the more experienced Ba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2280.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2281.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for the 2009 MLB season ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/predictions-for-the-2009-mlb-season-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2009 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2269.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2270.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2271.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--C Koyie Hill beat out veteran Paul Bako for the backup job behind reigning Rookie of the Year Geovany Soto. Hill out-hit Bako early in the Cactus League season before Bako came on at the end. However, the Cubs went with Hill over the more experienced Ba]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yankees 7, Cubs 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/yankees-7-cubs-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike the Babe and the House he Built, these New York Yankees and their palatial new stadium were given a practice run.The Hard Rock Cafe in right field was packed at game time Friday night, a birthday party was going on in NYY Steak above it, and the ca]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Even the visitors marvel at new Yankee Stadium]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/even-the-visitors-marvel-at-new-yankee-stadium.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Four flat-screen TVs hanging from the ceiling, spacious lockers and plush leather couches - and this was the visitor's clubhouse, second-rate digs compared to what the New York Yankees call home in the new Yankee Stadium.Still, it sure impressed Chicago C]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Subway Series appears quite unlikely]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/subway-series-appears-quite-unlikely.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Are you dreaming of a Subway Series this October? Don't hold your breath. Bob Klapisch just doesn't see it happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predictions for all 30 MLB teams]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/predictions-for-all-30-mlb-teams.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You've waited five months for baseball to return. It's time to get serious. It's time for Ken Rosenthal's predictions for all 30 MLB teams.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2261.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2262.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2263.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Kevin Gregg was named the closer for the Cubs over RHP Carlos Marmol, considered by many to be an All-Star closer in waiting. "Gregg came in here and hasn't given up a run all spring," said Cubs manager Lou Piniella. "I think leaving spring training]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 9, Indians 8]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-9-indians-8.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite giving up a pair of home runs, Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Ryan Dempster was more than happy with his outing in Thursday's 9-8 victory over the Cleveland Indians.The Cubs won the game in the bottom of the ninth on a single by Andres Blanco.Demps]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[An inferiority complex 101 years in the making]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/an-inferiority-complex-101-years-in-the-making.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For those who say 101 years is plenty of time to get over an inferiority complex, meet the fans of the 2009 Chicago Cubs.The saps can't catch a break. Just last week, a local billionaire who spent most of last year trying to buy the ballclub got up at bre]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadians look to leave WBC misery behind as season begins ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/canadians-look-to-leave-wbc-misery-behind-as-season-begins-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The World Baseball Classic certainly didn't go to plan for Canada and the frustration of the national team's shocking two-and-out elimination last month still lingers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Helton showing signs of being an elite hitter again]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/helton-showing-signs-of-being-an-elite-hitter-again.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A bad back cost Todd Helton in more ways than one. Tracy Ringolsby says his re-emergence is one NL storyline worth watching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2268.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2255.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2256.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Kevin Gregg was named the closer for the Cubs over RHP Carlos Marmol, considered by many to be an All-Star closer in waiting. "Gregg came in here and hasn't given up a run all spring," said Cubs manager Lou Piniella. "I think leaving spring training]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2257.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Athletics 8]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-athletics-8.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Geovany Soto hit a grand slam and a solo shot, and Carlos Zambrano pitched effectively into the fourth inning Wednesday, helping the Chicago Cubs to a 8-8 tie with the Oakland Athletics.Zambrano was scheduled to pitch three innings because he had already ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2259.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels rough up Cubs' Marshall in 8-4 win 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-rough-up-cubs-marshall-in-8-4-win-2260.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall had his second straight rough outing since earning the No. 5 spot in the Chicago Cubs' rotation.Marshall gave up eight hits and eight runs in 3 1-3 innings as the Los Angeles Angels finished with 11 hits in an 8-4 victory over the Cubs on Tu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2247.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Kevin Gregg was named the closer for the Cubs over RHP Carlos Marmol, considered by many to be an All-Star closer in waiting. "Gregg came in here and hasn't given up a run all spring," said Cubs manager Lou Piniella. "I think leaving spring training]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2248.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2249.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels rough up Cubs' Marshall in 8-4 win]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-rough-up-cubs-marshall-in-8-4-win.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall had his second straight rough outing since earning the No. 5 spot in the Chicago Cubs' rotation.Marshall gave up eight hits and eight runs in 3 1-3 innings as the Los Angeles Angels finished with 11 hits in an 8-4 victory over the Cubs on Tu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 8, Cubs 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-8-cubs-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall had his second straight rough outing since earning the No. 5 spot in the Chicago Cubs' rotation.Marshall gave up eight hits and eight runs in 3 1-3 innings as the Los Angeles Angels finished with 11 hits in an 8-4 victory over the Cubs on Tu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels rough up Cubs' Marshall in 8-4 win 2009-04-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-rough-up-cubs-marshall-in-8-4-win-2252.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall had his second straight rough outing since earning the No. 5 spot in the Chicago Cubs' rotation.Marshall gave up eight hits and eight runs in 3 1-3 innings as the Los Angeles Angels finished with 11 hits in an 8-4 victory over the Cubs on Tu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Angels tried, but couldn't move fifth outfielder]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-angels-tried-but-couldn-t-move-fifth-outfielder.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels owe their fifth OF $33 million. Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2254.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Halos tried, but couldn't move fifth outfielder]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-halos-tried-but-couldn-t-move-fifth-outfielder.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Angels owe their fifth OF $33 million. Naturally, they're trying to deal Gary Matthews Jr. But where? Ken Rosenthal tells you.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Royals 8(10)]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-royals-8-10-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Harden returned to the mound for the first time since March 15 because of food poisoning and gave up three homers and five runs in the Chicago Cubs' 8-8, 10-inning tie with the Kansas City Royals on Monday.Milton Bradley went 4-for-4 with a walk for ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2243.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2244.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden was encouraged after throwing 63 pitches in a minor league game March 25. Harden had made only two Cactus League starts because the Cubs were taking it easy on his tricky shoulder. Then, a nasty stomach bug felled him, and he was still d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2245.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2246.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 7, Cubs 5]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/indians-7-cubs-5.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark DeRosa and Kerry Wood each had an excellent day against their former team.DeRosa homered his first two times up, doubled and hit a sacrifice fly to lead the Cleveland Indians over the Chicago Cubs 7-5 on Sunday.Wood, who pitched for the Cubs from 199]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gregg beats out Marmol for closer role with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/gregg-beats-out-marmol-for-closer-role-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella picked Kevin Gregg to be the team's closer heading into the season.Gregg beat out Carlos Marmol, the Cubs' top setup man last year. They both spent spring training vying to replace All-Star closer Kerry Wood, who signed w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gregg gets nod from Piniella to close for Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/gregg-gets-nod-from-piniella-to-close-for-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella has picked Kevin Gregg to be the team's closer heading into the season.Gregg beat out Carlos Marmol, the Cubs' setup man last year. Going into Sunday, Gregg hadn't given up a run all spring.The Cubs obtained the 30-year-o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2237.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden was encouraged after throwing 63 pitches in a minor league game March 25. Harden had made only two Cactus League starts because the Cubs were taking it easy on his tricky shoulder. Then, a nasty stomach bug felled him, and he was still d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2238.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2239.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training-2240.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2228.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden was encouraged after throwing 63 pitches in a minor league game March 25. Harden had made only two Cactus League starts because the Cubs were taking it easy on his tricky shoulder. Then, a nasty stomach bug felled him, and he was still d]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2229.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs got through spring training relatively unscathed from a health standpoint, but manager Lou Piniella was eager to see his regular-season lineup intact after getting C Geovany Soto and CF Kosuke Fukudome back from the World Baseball Classic. The ro]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2230.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs entered the final week of spring training in good health with almost all of their position battles settled, save for a tweak here or there. This is a veteran bunch for the most part, and Chicago should be the odds-on favorite to win its third con]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies 10, Cubs 6]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rockies-10-cubs-6.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Garrett Atkins homered in his first game in more than two weeks, leading the Colorado Rockies to a 10-6 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.Atkins, who hadn't played since March 10 because of a strained right hip flexor, connected against Ryan Demps]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training 2009-03-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training-2232.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2233.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 9, White Sox 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-9-white-sox-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano is ready to head to Chicago.The Cubs ace threw 89 pitches over six innings and gave up two runs, helping the Cubs beat the White Sox 9-4 Friday."The only bad thing was that in a couple of innings, I had to rush," Zambrano said. "I tried to]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notes: Rockies' Helton in swing at spring training]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/notes-rockies-helton-in-swing-at-spring-training.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark down Rockies first baseman Todd Helton, 35, as an early candidate for Comeback Player of the Year.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2224.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Esteban German, recently released by the Royals, is trying to earn a reserve role with the Cubs. German, who signed a minor league deal with Chicago, has four hits in 15 at-bats this spring (.267). --RHP Rich Harden, who missed his previous turn ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2225.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2226.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2227.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2009 04:55:14 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2217.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Esteban German, recently released by the Royals, is trying to earn a reserve role with the Cubs. German, who signed a minor league deal with Chicago, has four hits in 15 at-bats this spring (.267). --RHP Rich Harden, who missed his previous turn ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2218.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2219.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants 5, Cubs 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/giants-5-cubs-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It seemed like old times when San Francisco defenders took dizzying routes, routine popups fell, hot dog wrappers blew across the infield and the stands cleared early.Scottsdale Stadium played like Candlestick Park in the Giants' 5-3 victory over the Chic]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2221.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2209.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2210.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-26]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2211.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Rich Harden, who missed his previous turn in the rotation due to an upset stomach, returned to action March 25 in a minor league game. He pitched four innings against Oakland's Class AAA Sacramento squad. Harden started only twice before that becaus]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden throws 4 innings in Triple-A game]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-throws-4-innings-in-triple-a-game.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs right-hander Rich Harden pitched four innings in a minor league game Wednesday.Harden was scratched from his March 20 start because of a stomach ailment, which he attributed to food poisoning. He threw 63 pitches against Sacramento, the Oakla]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2213.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why your team will win the Series ... in one sentence]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/why-your-team-will-win-the-series-in-one-sentence.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You want optimism, but don't have much time? Let Dayn Perry tell you how your team can win the World Series ... in one sentence.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets have to make it happen this year]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mets-have-to-make-it-happen-this-year.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets have studs like David Wright and Jose Reyes, but no playoff trips to show for it. That's what makes this year so critical.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-2216.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2203.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF/INF Jake Fox was optioned to Class AAA Iowa despite posting impressive spring stats. The 26-year-old hit .350 (21-for-60) with four homers and 16 RBIs. "He can swing the bat," manager Lou Piniella said. "I told him to keep working at first base, a li]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2204.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2205.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 9, Rockies 8]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-9-rockies-8.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Greg Smith's fatigue was understandable.Smith pitched three innings in the Colorado Rockies' 9-8 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday in his first Cactus League game since March 3 after being sidelined with flulike symptoms."I felt OK," Smith said. "I didn]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6-2207.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Excerpt from 'The Rocket that Fell to Earth']]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/excerpt-from-the-rocket-that-fell-to-earth-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The following is an excerpt from Jeff Pearlman's new book, "The Rocket That Fell to Earth", now available from HarperCollins.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2198.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2199.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Sean Marshall has won the fifth starter's job to open the season. Marshall, who had the inside track coming into spring training, beat out RHPs Aaron Heilman, Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija. However, with an off day in the opening week of the seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2200.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Competitions won't end on April 6]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/competitions-won-t-end-on-april-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Obsessed with who'll be the Yanks' starting CF on April 6? Don't be. Ken Rosenthal says battles like this won't end on Opening Day.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 20, Athletics 5]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-20-athletics-5.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Paul Bako had four hits and three RBIs even though he had his first at-bat in the sixth inning, and the Chicago Cubs roughed up Dana Eveland in a 20-5 win over the Oakland Athletics on Monday.Derrek Lee hit his first homer of spring training and Ryan Ther]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. won't win without taking WBC seriously]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/u-s-won-t-win-without-taking-wbc-seriously.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Third place? The U.S. should be ashamed.Maybe now American baseball will start taking the WBC seriously, Mark Kriegel says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 5, Mariners 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-5-mariners-3.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Lou Piniella likes what he sees in Carlos Zambrano."Zambrano was awfully sharp," the Cubs manager said Sunday after Zambrano allowed one run and four hits over six innings in a 5-3 win over the Seattle Mariners."He threw 70-some pitches but gave us six go]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koskie calls off his baseball comeback 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/koskie-calls-off-his-baseball-comeback-2194.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corey Koskie has called off his comeback, two days after taking himself out of a game because he felt lightheaded.The 35-year-old third baseman, who spent the first seven of nine big league seasons with the Minnesota Twins, has been at spring training wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2195.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2196.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Sean Marshall has won the fifth starter's job to open the season. Marshall, who had the inside track coming into spring training, beat out RHPs Aaron Heilman, Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija. However, with an off day in the opening week of the seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2197.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 13, White Sox 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-13-white-sox-2.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Getz spent several minutes signing autographs following Saturday's game against the Chicago Cubs. Then White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen called in the apprehensive second baseman for a chat."Maybe I wasn't supposed to do that after a 13-2 loss," Getz ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA members reach out to youths]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/team-usa-members-reach-out-to-youths.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With fewer blacks in baseball, Jimmy Rollins and other stars are taking action. That's great for the entire sport, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koskie calls off comeback attempt with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/koskie-calls-off-comeback-attempt-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corey Koskie called off his comeback attempt Saturday, two days after taking himself out of a game because he felt lightheaded.The 35-year-old third baseman, out of baseball since a 2006 concussion, spent the first seven of his nine big league seasons wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koskie calls off his baseball comeback]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/koskie-calls-off-his-baseball-comeback.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corey Koskie has called off his comeback, two days after taking himself out of a game because he felt lightheaded.The 35-year-old third baseman, who spent the first seven of nine big league seasons with the Minnesota Twins, has been at spring training wit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2189.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2190.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Sean Marshall has won the fifth starter's job to open the season. Marshall, who had the inside track coming into spring training, beat out RHPs Aaron Heilman, Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija. However, with an off day in the opening week of the seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2191.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2179.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs say they are "intrigued" by right-hander David Patton, a Rule 5 draft pick. The Cincinnati Reds took Patton in the Rule 5 draft at the winter meetings and traded him to Chicago. Through March 20, Patton had worked in seven Cactus League games, gi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2180.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Sean Marshall has won the fifth starter's job to open the season. Marshall, who had the inside track coming into spring training, beat out RHPs Aaron Heilman, Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija. However, with an off day in the opening week of the seaso]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2181.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 5, Padres 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-5-padres-3.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs manager Lou Piniella thinks there is still plenty of time to get pitcher Rich Harden enough work before spring training ends.Harden was scratched from his scheduled start Friday against the San Diego Padres because he had a stomach bug.Pinch-hitter R]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs scratch RHP Harden from start]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-scratch-rhp-harden-from-start.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs have scratched right-hander Rich Harden from his scheduled start against the San Diego Padres.The Cubs say Harden has a stomach illness. They called up right-hander Mitch Atkins from their minor league camp to start in place of Harden.The]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2184.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 9, Mariners 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-9-mariners-2.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Except for the bag of ice taped to his shoulder, Aaron Miles gave little indication that he's recovering from a shoulder injury that sidelined him for nearly a week.Miles went 3-for-4 with two doubles and two runs scored in the Chicago Cubs' 9-2 win over ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2175.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs rotation is starting to take shape, in more ways than one. First things first. Manager Lou Piniella announced that Carlos Zambrano will get the Opening Day start, April 6 at Houston. There had been some question about that because Ryan Dempster h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2176.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--1B Derrek Lee declined an invitation to join the injury-plagued U.S. team in the World Baseball Classic semifinals. Lee has been slowed this spring due to right quadriceps soreness.  --The Cubs added to their inventory of infielders by signing veteran E]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2177.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Longoria added to Team USA roster; Lee won't play]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/longoria-added-to-team-usa-roster-lee-won-t-play.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Team USA finally is getting help.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2165.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2166.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs rotation is starting to take shape, in more ways than one. First things first. Manager Lou Piniella announced that Carlos Zambrano will get the Opening Day start, April 6 at Houston. There had been some question about that because Ryan Dempster h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2167.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cubs added to their inventory of infielders by signing veteran Esteban German to a minor league contract and giving him an invite to camp as a non-roster man. German can play all of the infield spots (as well as the outfield), and the Cubs see him a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants 8, Cubs 6]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/giants-8-cubs-6.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tim Lincecum gave up a first-pitch homer to Alfonso Soriano and it didn't get much better after that.The reigning NL Cy Young Award winner allowed four runs and seven hits in 3 2-3 innings before the San Francisco Giants recovered for an 8-6 victory over ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs retire Jenkins, Maddux number]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-retire-jenkins-maddux-number.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs will retire the No. 31 worn by both Ferguson Jenkins and Greg Maddux.They two star right-handed pitchers will be honored at a ceremony May 3 before a game against Florida at Wrigley Field.It will be the fifth number retired by the Cubs, j]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA could turn to Cubs' Lee with Youkilis out]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/team-usa-could-turn-to-cubs-lee-with-youkilis-out.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Team USA might find a capable replacement for injured Red Sox first baseman Kevin Youkilis, after all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs to retire number for Jenkins, Maddux]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-to-retire-number-for-jenkins-maddux.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs are retiring the No. 31 worn by both Ferguson Jenkins and Greg Maddux.The Cubs said Wednesday they will honor the star right-handers during a ceremony before a May 3 game against Florida at Wrigley Field.It will be the fifth number retire]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs sale not likely before mid-May]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-sale-not-likely-before-mid-may.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are likely to remain under the ownership of Tribune Co. through the early part of the season.Cubs chairman Crane Kenney said Wednesday it "will be a challenge" to complete the sale of the team by opening day on April 6 and that talks between the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs sale won't be likely before mid-May]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-sale-won-t-be-likely-before-mid-may.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are likely to remain under the ownership of Tribune Co. through the early part of the season.Cubs chairman Crane Kenney said Wednesday it "will be a challenge" to complete the sale of the team by opening day on April 6 and that talks between the ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 12, Dodgers 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-12-dodgers-3.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Losing 15 pounds in the offseason has already been paying off for Carlos Zambrano.The trimmer Cubs' ace allowed three runs over five innings Tuesday, but got them all back and then some himself with a three-run homer in the second and an RBI double in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2160.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs rotation is starting to take shape, in more ways than one. First things first. Manager Lou Piniella announced that Carlos Zambrano will get the Opening Day start, April 6 at Houston. There had been some question about that because Ryan Dempster h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2161.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cubs added to their inventory of infielders by signing veteran Esteban German to a minor league contract and giving him an invite to camp as a non-roster man. German can play all of the infield spots (as well as the outfield), and the Cubs see him a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2162.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WBC injuries making GMs plenty nervous  2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/wbc-injuries-making-gms-plenty-nervous--2163.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedroia. Chipper. Braun. All hurt. The WBC is compelling, but the rash of injuries is giving critics ammunition, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cardinals may need breaks to reach postseason]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cardinals-may-need-breaks-to-reach-postseason.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Don't hand the NL Central to the Cubs just yet. The Cardinals have the goods to make it a race all the way into September.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2152.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs rotation is starting to take shape, in more ways than one. First things first. Manager Lou Piniella announced that Carlos Zambrano will get the Opening Day start, April 6 at Houston. There had been some question about that because Ryan Dempster h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2153.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cubs added to their inventory of infielders by signing veteran Esteban German to a minor league contract and giving him an invite to camp as a non-roster man. German can play all of the infield spots (as well as the outfield), and the Cubs see him a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2154.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers 9, Cubs 6]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-9-cubs-6.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Samardzija had one more start to prove he deserved serious consideration for the Cubs' starting rotation. He likely made manager Lou Piniella's decision easy.Bill Hall hit a three-run homer off Samardzija, who gave up five runs in the first inning af]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WBC injuries making GMs plenty nervous  2009-03-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/wbc-injuries-making-gms-plenty-nervous--2156.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedroia. Chipper. Braun. All hurt. The WBC is compelling, but the rash of injuries is giving critics ammunition, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs remain team to beat in NL Central]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-remain-team-to-beat-in-nl-central.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs look like a good bet to stay on top of the NL Central. But that isn't enough anymore these days. Can they do better?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Mariners 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-mariners-1-2158.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall is making it difficult for Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella to conceal his choice for his fifth starter.The left-hander gave up an unearned run in 4 1-3 innings of the Cubs' 8-1, split-squad win over a Seattle Mariners split squad on Friday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[WBC injuries making GMs plenty nervous ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/wbc-injuries-making-gms-plenty-nervous-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pedroia. Chipper. Braun. All hurt. The WBC is compelling, but the rash of injuries is giving critics ammunition, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 10, Diamondbacks 7]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-10-diamondbacks-7.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Brandon Webb and Rich Harden weren't perfect, just good enough to pronounce themselves on target in preparation for the regular season.Micah Hoffpauir's three-run homer marred Webb's best outing of the spring in the Chicago Cubs' 10-7 victory over Arizona]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2148.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cubs added to their inventory of infielders by signing veteran Esteban German to a minor league contract and giving him an invite to camp as a non-roster man. German can play all of the infield spots (as well as the outfield), and the Cubs see him a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2149.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2150.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs rotation is starting to take shape, in more ways than one. First things first. Manager Lou Piniella announced that Carlos Zambrano will get the Opening Day start, April 6 at Houston. There had been some question about that because Ryan Dempster h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Mariners 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-mariners-1-2151.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall is making it difficult for Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella to conceal his choice for his fifth starter.The left-hander gave up an unearned run in 4 1-3 innings of the Cubs' 8-1, split-squad win over a Seattle Mariners split squad on Friday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 6, Cubs 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-6-cubs-4.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Marmol tossed the rosin bag to the ground in frustration.Giving up a triple and hitting two consecutive batters was not the type of outing the Chicago Cubs' right-hander expected on Saturday as he competes for the closer's role with right-hander Ke]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2142.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The Cubs added to their inventory of infielders by signing veteran Esteban German to a minor league contract and giving him an invite to camp as a non-roster man. German can play all of the infield spots (as well as the outfield), and the Cubs see him a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2143.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2144.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs rotation is starting to take shape, in more ways than one. First things first. Manager Lou Piniella announced that Carlos Zambrano will get the Opening Day start, April 6 at Houston. There had been some question about that because Ryan Dempster h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Mariners 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-mariners-1-2145.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall is making it difficult for Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella to conceal his choice for his fifth starter.The left-hander gave up an unearned run in 4 1-3 innings of the Cubs' 8-1, split-squad win over a Seattle Mariners split squad on Friday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Mariners 1 2009-03-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-mariners-1-2135.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sean Marshall is making it difficult for Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella to conceal his choice for his fifth starter.The left-hander gave up an unearned run in 4 1-3 innings of the Cubs' 8-1, split-squad win over a Seattle Mariners split squad on Friday]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels 8, Cubs 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-8-cubs-2.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kendry Morales hit a grand slam for his first homer of spring training and the Los Angeles Angels beat a Chicago Cubs split squad 8-2 Friday.The 24-year old Morales upped his spring average to .355 with two hits in three at-bats. He is expected to start t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fox Sports announces 2009 MLB on FOX schedule]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fox-sports-announces-2009-mlb-on-fox-schedule.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Game of the Week Begins Saturday, April 11 at New Time: 4 p.m. ET]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2138.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2139.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of veteran infielder Corey Koskie to a minor league deal provides the Cubs with some interesting possibilities as well as some insurance. Koskie has not played since 2006 as he dealt with post-concussion symptoms. But Cubs general manager Jim ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2140.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Zambrano, despite a slump down the stretch last season, will make the Opening Day start. Manager Lou Piniella made the announcement on March 12. --2B Mike Fontenot is staking an early claim to becoming the everyday starter. Fontenot opened th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fukudome looking for strong comeback with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fukudome-looking-for-strong-comeback-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs can expect to hear from Kosuke Fukudome more often this season.The Japanese player who struggled in his first year with the franchise last season said Thursday that he will be more vocal about his wants and needs in order to be more succe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fukudome drives in run against his Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fukudome-drives-in-run-against-his-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kosuke Fukudome got the last word against his Chicago Cubs teammates.After trading barbs with Carlos Zambrano in his first two at-bats for Japan, Fukodome singled in a run to help lift his World Baseball Classic squad over his big league club 3-2 on Thurs]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2129.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. 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Manager Lou Piniella made the announcement on March 12. --2B Mike Fontenot is staking an early claim to becoming the everyday starter. Fontenot opened th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Economy in cellar, roof seats open for Cubs fans]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/economy-in-cellar-roof-seats-open-for-cubs-fans.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Break out the sunscreen and come hungry for a hot dog or two.Because of the struggling economy, seats on one of those cool rooftops across the street from Wrigley Field can now be yours for a dozen or more Cubs games this season.The recession has forced c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambrano to start for Cubs on opening day]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/zambrano-to-start-for-cubs-on-opening-day.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano was selected Thursday to make his fifth straight opening-day start for the Chicago Cubs.Manager Lou Piniella said he picked Zambrano over Ryan Dempster for the April 6 start against Houston after discussing the choice with pitching coach L]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Zambrano to start for Cubs on opening day 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/zambrano-to-start-for-cubs-on-opening-day-2134.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano has been picked to male his fifth straight opening-day start for the Chicago Cubs.Manager Lou Piniella said Thursday he picked Zambrano over Ryan Dempster for the April 6 start against Houston after discussing the choice with pitching coac]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2121.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot is staking an early claim to becoming the everyday starter. 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The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2123.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of veteran infielder Corey Koskie to a minor league deal provides the Cubs with some interesting possibilities as well as some insurance. Koskie has not played since 2006 as he dealt with post-concussion symptoms. But Cubs general manager Jim ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rookie hurler tempting Tigers to keep him up]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rookie-hurler-tempting-tigers-to-keep-him-up.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rookie Rick Porcello is enticing the Tigers' brass into a tough spot. Ken Rosenthal examines Detroit's looming big decision.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No excuse for Dominican performance in WBC 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/no-excuse-for-dominican-performance-in-wbc-2125.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Netherlands stunned the Dominican Republic again and sent them packing. Ken Rosenthal says there's simply no excuse.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Preview '09: Tribe poised for rebound ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/preview-09-tribe-poised-for-rebound-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unlike this time last year, nobody's expecting much from the Indians. That could mean big things if certain players rebound.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 8, Mariners 1]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-8-mariners-1.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Harden would prefer questions about his health to disappear.But because of arm problems the past few seasons, the issue won't go away for the Chicago Cubs right-hander."I totally understand, that's just the way it is," said Harden after pitching two ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2117.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of veteran infielder Corey Koskie to a minor league deal provides the Cubs with some interesting possibilities as well as some insurance. Koskie has not played since 2006 as he dealt with post-concussion symptoms. But Cubs general manager Jim ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2118.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot is staking an early claim to becoming the everyday starter. Fontenot opened the Cactus League 9-for-23 (.391) with two triples and a home run. Fontenot and Aaron Miles are the two second basemen on the major league roster. Fontenot has ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2119.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. 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But Cubs general manager Jim ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2110.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot is staking an early claim to becoming the everyday starter. Fontenot opened the Cactus League 9-for-23 (.391) with two triples and a home run. Fontenot and Aaron Miles are the two second basemen on the major league roster. Fontenot has ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2111.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 9, Royals 1]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-9-royals-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mike Fontenot is making a big push to win the Chicago Cubs' second base job.One of the few players in camp who has been steady at the plate all spring, Fontenot went 2-for-3 with a homer and a double Monday during a 9-1 win over the Kansas City Royals tha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A-Rod needs to use down time to fix his image]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-rod-needs-to-use-down-time-to-fix-his-image.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It'll take more than a few autographs for A-Rod to be liked. He has to spend his down time heeding Michael Rosenberg's advice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Selig says he's 'proud' of clean-up]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/selig-says-he-s-proud-of-clean-up.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig says he's proud of how far the sport has come in attempting to eliminate performance-enhancing drugs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers 7, Cubs 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rangers-7-cubs-2.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After the Cubs lost their sixth straight game, manager Lou Piniella decided it was time to send a message to his team."We're not hitting at all," he said after a 7-2 loss on Sunday to the Texas Rangers. "And I haven't seen anyone ask for extra batting pra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2105.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot is staking an early claim to becoming the everyday starter. Fontenot opened the Cactus League 9-for-23 (.391) with two triples and a home run. Fontenot and Aaron Miles are the two second basemen on the major league roster. Fontenot has ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2106.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2107.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of veteran infielder Corey Koskie to a minor league deal provides the Cubs with some interesting possibilities as well as some insurance. Koskie has not played since 2006 as he dealt with post-concussion symptoms. But Cubs general manager Jim ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers 2, Cubs 0]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-2-cubs-0.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano wants to start on opening day for the Chicago Cubs, and he's not shy about it."I care," Zambrano said Saturday during a 2-0 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. "When you're retired and you go home and your grandkids ask you what you did, for yo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2100.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2101.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of veteran infielder Corey Koskie to a minor league deal provides the Cubs with some interesting possibilities as well as some insurance. Koskie has not played since 2006 as he dealt with post-concussion symptoms. But Cubs general manager Jim ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2102.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot is staking an early claim to becoming the everyday starter. Fontenot opened the Cactus League 9-for-23 (.391) with two triples and a home run. Fontenot and Aaron Miles are the two second basemen on the major league roster. Fontenot has ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dodgers 5, Cubs 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dodgers-5-cubs-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Randy Wolf pitched three scoreless innings and Doug Mientkiewicz hit his second home run of the spring, leading the Los Angeles Dodgers over the Chicago Cubs 5-4 Friday.Wolf gave up one hit, walked two and struck out three. Jeff Weaver followed with two s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada wants better showing at Classic ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/canada-wants-better-showing-at-classic-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The World Baseball Classic built up some cache during its inaugural playing in 2006, and the sport's great international enterprise will need to deliver an even better product this time around to cement the initial gains from three years ago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baseball hoping this tourney turns out to be Classic ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-hoping-this-tourney-turns-out-to-be-classic-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The World Baseball Classic built up some cache during its inaugural playing in 2006, and the sport's great international enterprise will need to deliver an even better product this time to cement the initial gains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[This could be the beginning of A-Rod's breakdown]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/this-could-be-the-beginning-of-a-rod-s-breakdown.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Forget about mental pressure, the Yanks have another type of A-Rod breakdown to sweat. It's time to worry, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox 4, Cubs 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/white-sox-4-cubs-3.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jeff Marquez is off to an impressive start with his new team.The right-hander turned in his second consecutive scoreless outing, allowing one hit and striking out two in three innings to help a Chicago White Sox split squad beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 on Th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2097.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That didn't take long. After walking in the first inning of his Cactus League debut, Cubs right fielder Milton Bradley had to leave the game because of "mild tightness" in his left quadriceps. The following day, he showed up at camp ill and was sent home.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2098.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Corey Koskie, who has sat out the past two seasons after suffering a concussion in 2006, signed a minor league deal with the Cubs. He was invited to the team's big-league camp and will try to earn a reserve role. --1B/OF Micah Hoffpauir made a good f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2099.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox 7, Cubs 6]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/white-sox-7-cubs-6.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ben Broussard's single drove in Josh Kroeger from second base with the winning run in the ninth inning to lift the Chicago White Sox to a 7-6 win over the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday night in a split squad game for both teams.The two teams will play again i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2089.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Corey Koskie, who has sat out the past two seasons after suffering a concussion in 2006, signed a minor league deal with the Cubs. 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After walking in the first inning of his Cactus League debut, Cubs right fielder Milton Bradley had to leave the game because of "mild tightness" in his left quadriceps. The following day, he showed up at camp ill and was sent home.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians 5, Cubs 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/indians-5-cubs-4.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley was back in the Cubs lineup for the first time in nearly a week and had a double in three at-bats during Chicago's split-squad, 5-4 loss to the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday.Bradley walked in his first at-bat for the Cubs on Feb. 26 but wa]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Under the Bleachers: Is it Harden's year?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/under-the-bleachers-is-it-harden-s-year-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Under the Bleachers, where the best MLB writers from Bleacher Report give their unique take on the latest action.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[More trouble for Canada]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/more-trouble-for-canada.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Before yesterday's 6-4 win over the Blue Jays, Team Canada manager Ernie Whitt wondered out loud how he would distribute three exhibition games among just 13 pitchers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team USA has time dilemma for its SS combo]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/team-usa-has-time-dilemma-for-its-ss-combo.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Team USA has a problem: Dividing time for Jimmy Rollins and Derek Jeter. Ken Rosenthal says it's up to another star SS to solve it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 6, Athletics 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-6-athletics-4.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs starter Sean Marshall has been trying to stick to the advice given to him by Greg Maddux in 2006.He did a pretty good job of it Tuesday, pitching three perfect innings in Chicago's 6-4 win over the Oakland Athletics."I still remember a lot of the thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2083.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. 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He was invited to the team's big-league camp and will try to earn a reserve role. --1B/OF Micah Hoffpauir made a good f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corey Koskie thrilled Team Canada called ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/corey-koskie-thrilled-team-canada-called-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corey Koskie has repeatedly walked into door frames over the past 2 1/2 years. He's gotten dizzy strolling through the mall. He's felt nauseous watching hockey or 24 on TV. He's gotten excruciating headaches while playing with his three boys.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Koskie can't wait to play for Canada ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/koskie-can-t-wait-to-play-for-canada-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corey Koskie has repeatedly walked into door frames over the past 2 1/2 years. He's gotten dizzy strolling through the mall. He's felt nauseous watching hockey or 24 on TV. He's gotten excruciating headaches while playing with his three boys.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Recovered Koskie feels no pressure]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/recovered-koskie-feels-no-pressure.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corey Koskie says the toughest part of the last two years was the parade of doctors who ignored the nagging nausea he felt and assured him he was fully healed from the concussion that knocked him out of Baseball in the summer of 2006.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2076.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Corey Koskie, who has sat out the past two seasons after suffering a concussion in 2006, signed a minor league deal with the Cubs. 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After walking in the first inning of his Cactus League debut, Cubs right fielder Milton Bradley had to leave the game because of "mild tightness" in his left quadriceps. The following day, he showed up at camp ill and was sent home.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diamondbacks 9, Cubs 1]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/diamondbacks-9-cubs-1.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Carlos Zambrano was in regular season form - when it comes to his antics on the mound.The emotional Chicago Cubs right-hander pointed to the sky after the first inning and pumped his fist after the second.He wasn't too bad when he was pitching either, str]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Padres 4, Cubs 2]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/padres-4-cubs-2.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Next up for San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy is a start for the United States in its World Baseball Classic opener against Canada on Saturday.Peavy warmed up for the marquee assignment with three crisp, scoreless innings in a 4-2 win over the Chicago Cubs ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2072.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[That didn't take long. After walking in the first inning of his Cactus League debut, Cubs right fielder Milton Bradley had to leave the game because of "mild tightness" in his left quadriceps. The following day, he showed up at camp ill and was sent home.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2073.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Corey Koskie, who has sat out the past two seasons after suffering a concussion in 2006, signed a minor league deal with the Cubs. 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After walking in the first inning of his Cactus League debut, Cubs right fielder Milton Bradley had to leave the game because of "mild tightness" in his left quadriceps. The following day, he showed up at camp ill and was sent home.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-03-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2066.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--3B Corey Koskie, who has sat out the past two seasons after suffering a concussion in 2006, signed a minor league deal with the Cubs. 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Now, he's hoping to finally find a home in the Chicago Cubs' starting rotation.The former New York Mets prospect pitched two scoreless inning Saturday in the Cubs' 13-0 win over the rival White Sox, perhaps]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs reliever Marmol to pitch for DR in Classic]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-reliever-marmol-to-pitch-for-dr-in-classic.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs reliever Carlos Marmol has decided to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic after all.The 26-year-old Marmol said Saturday that after talking with Felipe Alou and Stan Javier of the Dominican team he had decided to jo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs sign Koskie to minor league contract]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-sign-koskie-to-minor-league-contract.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Third baseman Corey Koskie and the Chicago Cubs have agreed to a minor league contract with an invitation to their spring training camp.Koskie has been out of the majors since he sustained a concussion while playing for Milwaukee in 2006. But he says he i]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 10, Rangers 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-10-rangers-4.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs lefty Ted Lilly tuned up neatly for the World Baseball Classic.In his only spring training start for the Cubs before joining Team USA, Lilly pitched two efficient innings Friday in a 10-4 win over the Texas Rangers.Lilly allowed two hits and ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2062.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2063.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Sean Marshall is the front-runner for the fifth starter's job, according to manager Lou Piniella. 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Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2056.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Sean Marshall is the front-runner for the fifth starter's job, according to manager Lou Piniella. The Cubs opened spring training with several candidates for the fifth spot: Marshall and right-handers Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin and Aaron Hei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2057.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Milton Bradley, the oft-injured veteran who signed a free agent deal with the Cubs in the offseason, was hurt in his first spring action for Chicago. He came out of the game against the Brewers due to left quadriceps tightness. Bradley said the ailme]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 7, Brewers 4]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-7-brewers-4.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley's spring training debut was cut short by an injury.The Chicago Cubs new right fielder had a six-pitch at-bat Thursday that ended with a walk in the first inning of a 7-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. He then was lifted for a pinch-runner ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs RF Bradley tweaks quad, lifted from game]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-rf-bradley-tweaks-quad-lifted-from-game.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley's spring training debut was cut short by an injury.The Chicago Cubs new right fielder had a six-pitch at-bat Thursday that ended with a walk in the first inning of a 7-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers. He then was lifted for a pinch-runner ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2060.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2049.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2050.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Sean Marshall is the front-runner for the fifth starter's job, according to manager Lou Piniella. The Cubs opened spring training with several candidates for the fifth spot: Marshall and right-handers Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin and Aaron Hei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-26]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2051.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Neither 1B Derrek Lee nor 3B Aramis Ramirez will take part in the World Baseball Classic. The Cubs are happy about that. Lee said he'd love to participate, but that he was told by Team USA that he wouldn't see much playing time behind Kevin Youkilis. Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs 5, Dodgers 3]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-5-dodgers-3.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Micah Hoffpauir hopes to find a spot on the Chicago Cubs' roster this spring and made sure he was noticed Wednesday, hitting a grand slam to power a 5-3 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in the exhibition opener."For me to make this team, like I said from ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three elbow surgeries later, Fox still pitching]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/three-elbow-surgeries-later-fox-still-pitching.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chad Fox was working with high school players in Houston when one of the kids he was throwing with gave him some unexpected news."He said, 'Man, your arm looks good, you can still pitch,"' Fox said.That conversation started his comeback after two years ou]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2054.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs RHP Dempster hoping for better ending]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-rhp-dempster-hoping-for-better-ending.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Dempster's switch was the Chicago Cubs' gain last season. The closer-turned-starter won 17 games, made the All-Star squad and helped his team capture a division title.What he couldn't do was deliver on what he predicted in spring training."I think we]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-2046.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2047.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2048.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 04:56:24 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Neither 1B Derrek Lee nor 3B Aramis Ramirez will take part in the World Baseball Classic. The Cubs are happy about that. Lee said he'd love to participate, but that he was told by Team USA that he wouldn't see much playing time behind Kevin Youkilis. Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2040.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2041.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Sean Marshall is the front-runner for the fifth starter's job, according to manager Lou Piniella. The Cubs opened spring training with several candidates for the fifth spot: Marshall and right-handers Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin and Aaron Hei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2042.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Neither 1B Derrek Lee nor 3B Aramis Ramirez will take part in the World Baseball Classic. The Cubs are happy about that. Lee said he'd love to participate, but that he was told by Team USA that he wouldn't see much playing time behind Kevin Youkilis. Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' Zambrano says his shoulder is OK]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-zambrano-says-his-shoulder-is-ok.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Big Z says his shoulder is just fine and he'd like to look ahead, rather than back to last season.Carlos Zambrano is showing no signs of the problems that hampered him last season, although the team is taking a conservative approach with its ace this spri]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tom Ricketts resigns from TD Ameritrade board]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tom-ricketts-resigns-from-td-ameritrade-board.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tom Ricketts has resigned from TD Ameritrade's board after his family sold $403 million of its stock in the online brokerage to help finance its bid to buy the Chicago Cubs.The previously disclosed sale of 34 million shares of Ameritrade stock included so]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gregg, Marmol battling for closer role with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/gregg-marmol-battling-for-closer-role-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Kevin Gregg wants to close. He's done it before. So does Carlos Marmol, whose stellar work as a setup man has earned him a shot at the marquee spot in the Chicago Cubs' bullpen."Sure, why not? Everyone wants to be a closer. That's what I like," Marmol sai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2037.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2038.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Sean Marshall is the front-runner for the fifth starter's job, according to manager Lou Piniella. The Cubs opened spring training with several candidates for the fifth spot: Marshall and right-handers Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin and Aaron Hei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2039.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Neither 1B Derrek Lee nor 3B Aramis Ramirez will take part in the World Baseball Classic. The Cubs are happy about that. Lee said he'd love to participate, but that he was told by Team USA that he wouldn't see much playing time behind Kevin Youkilis. Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2033.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2034.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Sean Marshall is the front-runner for the fifth starter's job, according to manager Lou Piniella. The Cubs opened spring training with several candidates for the fifth spot: Marshall and right-handers Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin and Aaron Hei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2035.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Neither 1B Derrek Lee nor 3B Aramis Ramirez will take part in the World Baseball Classic. The Cubs are happy about that. Lee said he'd love to participate, but that he was told by Team USA that he wouldn't see much playing time behind Kevin Youkilis. Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2030.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2031.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Left-hander Sean Marshall is the front-runner for the fifth starter's job, according to manager Lou Piniella. The Cubs opened spring training with several candidates for the fifth spot: Marshall and right-handers Jeff Samardzija, Chad Gaudin and Aaron Hei]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2032.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2009 04:55:13 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Neither 1B Derrek Lee nor 3B Aramis Ramirez will take part in the World Baseball Classic. The Cubs are happy about that. Lee said he'd love to participate, but that he was told by Team USA that he wouldn't see much playing time behind Kevin Youkilis. Ra]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2027.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Carlos Zambrano probably will not compete in the World Baseball Classic for Venezuela. The Cubs are relieved about that, mainly because Zambrano's right shoulder acted up on him more than once last season. During recent weeks, Zambrano has be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2028.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Marmol said he would talk with the Cubs but that he would like to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. Marmol appeared in 82 games for the Cubs last season. He'll battle this spring with RHP Kevin Gregg to be the cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2029.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2020.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Carlos Zambrano probably will not compete in the World Baseball Classic for Venezuela. The Cubs are relieved about that, mainly because Zambrano's right shoulder acted up on him more than once last season. During recent weeks, Zambrano has be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2021.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Marmol said he would talk with the Cubs but that he would like to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. Marmol appeared in 82 games for the Cubs last season. He'll battle this spring with RHP Kevin Gregg to be the cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2022.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[D-Lee looks for better season with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/d-lee-looks-for-better-season-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Derrek Lee was as stumped as anyone by the way the Chicago Cubs fizzled out in the playoffs two years running. They were swept away both times in the first round, right on the heels of a division title."Did our season really end?"' Lee asked himself. "Tha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nomads no more?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/nomads-no-more-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAKELAND, Fla. -- Spring training is where comebacks take ROOT. TheDetroitTigers have the makings of a couple pretty good rising-from-the-ashes stories in camp.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ricketts family sells part of TD Ameritrade stake]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ricketts-family-sells-part-of-td-ameritrade-stake.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The family of TD Ameritrade founder Joe Ricketts will sell 34 million of its shares in the online brokerage back to the company to help finance the family's bid to buy the Chicago Cubs.Ameritrade announced the stock purchase agreement Wednesday morning be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[2009 GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/2009-grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPA BAY Rays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano OK with moving out of leadoff spot]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-ok-with-moving-out-of-leadoff-spot.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Alfonso Soriano has heard this question so many times since he arrived in Chicago two seasons ago: Could he, would he, should he be moved out of the leadoff spot?There it was again Tuesday as the Cubs held their first full-squad workout. And Soriano answe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2017.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Carlos Zambrano probably will not compete in the World Baseball Classic for Venezuela. The Cubs are relieved about that, mainly because Zambrano's right shoulder acted up on him more than once last season. During recent weeks, Zambrano has be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2018.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Marmol said he would talk with the Cubs but that he would like to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. Marmol appeared in 82 games for the Cubs last season. He'll battle this spring with RHP Kevin Gregg to be the cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2019.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2012.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Carlos Zambrano probably will not compete in the World Baseball Classic for Venezuela. The Cubs are relieved about that, mainly because Zambrano's right shoulder acted up on him more than once last season. During recent weeks, Zambrano has be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2013.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Marmol said he would talk with the Cubs but that he would like to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. Marmol appeared in 82 games for the Cubs last season. He'll battle this spring with RHP Kevin Gregg to be the cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2014.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. 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Marmol appeared in 82 games for the Cubs last season. He'll battle this spring with RHP Kevin Gregg to be the cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2010.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2011.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Carlos Zambrano probably will not compete in the World Baseball Classic for Venezuela. The Cubs are relieved about that, mainly because Zambrano's right shoulder acted up on him more than once last season. During recent weeks, Zambrano has be]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden hoping to stay healthy]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-hoping-to-stay-healthy.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rich Harden's $7 million option was picked up by the Chicago Cubs, shortly after he was the losing pitcher in their final playoff game last fall.Next up was a winter in Arizona, conditioning and strengthening the right shoulder that has caused him trouble]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-2006.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Carlos Marmol said he would talk with the Cubs but that he would like to pitch for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic. Marmol appeared in 82 games for the Cubs last season. He'll battle this spring with RHP Kevin Gregg to be the cl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-2007.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. The bigger part was the desire of GM Jim Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to incorporate more left-handed hitters ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-2008.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-hander Carlos Zambrano probably will not compete in the World Baseball Classic for Venezuela. 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Roster turnover and questions in several key areas are sure to keep Piniella antsy and his players on edge du]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manuel helped the Phillies stay loose ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/manuel-helped-the-phillies-stay-loose-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Second of three partsWINTER HAVEN, Fla. - When he's sitting in the dugout wearing red pinstripes, Charlie Manuel insists on living in the now.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1991.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The two-time defending NL Central champs go to camp as the favorites again, but that doesn't mean manager Lou Piniella won't have his hands full. Roster turnover and questions in several key areas are sure to keep Piniella antsy and his players on edge du]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1992.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The trades of LHP Rich Hill and RHP Michael Wuertz clear some of the congestion from the pitching staff. Wuertz had been a mainstay of the bullpen since 2004, but he spent two months in the minors last year after his slider flattened out. His departure ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-09]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1993.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. 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Roster turnover and questions in several key areas are sure to keep Piniella antsy and his players on edge du]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1983.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--The trades of LHP Rich Hill and RHP Michael Wuertz clear some of the congestion from the pitching staff. Wuertz had been a mainstay of the bullpen since 2004, but he spent two months in the minors last year after his slider flattened out. His departure ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1984.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. 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His departure ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1979.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[For a team that won 97 games and its division last year, the Cubs have made a sizeable number of changes. Part of that was natural attrition. 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But control problems, which began in spring training, had him in Class AAA Iowa (Des Moines) by early]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1974.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2009 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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That was all the speculation on Jan. 18, when general manager Jim Hendry traded c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-1965.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[2009 Chicago Cubs ScheduleAll Times EDTApril 6 at Houston, 7:05 p.m.April 7 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 8 at Houston, 8:05 p.m.April 10 at Milwaukee, 4:05 p.m.April 11 at Milwaukee, 7:05 p.m.April 12 at Milwaukee, 8:05 p.m.April 13 Colorado, 2:20 p.m.April]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OLSON'S NEXT MOVE ABOUT STAYING PUT\ M'S LEFTY EAGER TO BE STARTER, BUT OPEN TO ANY ROLE NEEDED ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/olson-s-next-move-about-staying-put-m-s-lefty-eager-to-be-starter-but-open-to-any-role-needed-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[He means no disrespect to the city that now employs him, but Garrett Olson will be staying away from Seattle's most famous landmark.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1967.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill was traded to the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named. 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So why, Ken Rosenthal asks, did Torre choose to tear it apart?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Despite new ownership, Pads still likely to deal ace]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/despite-new-ownership-pads-still-likely-to-deal-ace.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sorry, Padres fans. A new ownership group likely won't change the odds that Jake Peavy will be dealt, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1957.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As it turns out, the Cubs did not obtain left-handed pitcher Garrett Olson from the Baltimore Orioles to turn around and package him to the San Diego Padres for Jake Peavy.  That was all the speculation on Jan. 18, when general manager Jim Hendry traded c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1958.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill was traded to the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named. After an 11-8 season in 2007, Hill opened 2008 as the Cubs' fourth starter. But control problems, which began in spring training, had him in Class AAA Iowa (Des Moines) by early]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1959.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2009 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[Cubs make separate deals with Orioles, A's]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-make-separate-deals-with-orioles-a-s.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs traded one-time playoff starter Rich Hill to the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named Monday. They also made a deal with Oakland, sending reliever Michael Wuertz to the Athletics for a pair of minor leaguers.The lefty Hill was 1-0 with a 4.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs make deals with Orioles, A's]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-make-deals-with-orioles-a-s.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs traded right-handed reliever Michael Wuertz to the Oakland Athletics for a pair of minor leaguers Monday and sent left-hander Rich Hill, their starter in Game 3 of the playoffs two years ago, to the Baltimore Orioles for a player to be named.In t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orioles acquire pitcher Hill from Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/orioles-acquire-pitcher-hill-from-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Orioles have acquired left-hander Rich Hill from the Chicago Cubs for a player to be named.Hill, Chicago's starter in Game 3 of the 2007 NL playoffs, was 1-0 with a 4.12 ERA in five starts with the Cubs last season. He was optioned to Triple-A Iowa on]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Torre's book targets Cashman, too]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/torre-s-book-targets-cashman-too.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joe Torre and Brian Cashman share a legacy ofmostly success. So why, Ken Rosenthal asks, did Torre choose to tear it apart?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1953.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 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 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1954.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As it turns out, the Cubs did not obtain left-handed pitcher Garrett Olson from the Baltimore Orioles to turn around and package him to the San Diego Padres for Jake Peavy.  That was all the speculation on Jan. 18, when general manager Jim Hendry traded c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1955.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill appears to be on his way to the Baltimore Orioles via a trade. Reports out of Baltimore have the Orioles trying to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Hill, who is out of minor league options in Chicago. After an 11-8 season in 2007, Hil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SPORTSDAY  Harris off guard in Dallas ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sportsday-harris-off-guard-in-dallas-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The New Jersey Nets' Devin Harris, who was chosen for his first All-Star Game, said it was more difficult coming to Dallas as a rookie to replace Steve Nash than going to New Jersey to replace Jason Kidd.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1944.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 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 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1945.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As it turns out, the Cubs did not obtain left-handed pitcher Garrett Olson from the Baltimore Orioles to turn around and package him to the San Diego Padres for Jake Peavy.  That was all the speculation on Jan. 18, when general manager Jim Hendry traded c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1946.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill appears to be on his way to the Baltimore Orioles via a trade. Reports out of Baltimore have the Orioles trying to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Hill, who is out of minor league options in Chicago. After an 11-8 season in 2007, Hil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fehr: 'Heightened' concern about free-agent market 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fehr-heightened-concern-about-free-agent-market-1947.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Donald Fehr isn't saying that owners are colluding to hold down salaries, but he told Ken Rosenthal the situation has him concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs agree to 1-year deal with Bako 2009-01-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-agree-to-1-year-deal-with-bako-1948.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free agent catcher Paul Bako and the Chicago Cubs agreed Friday to a one-year contract worth $725,000.Bako played for the Cubs in 2003-4, helping them win the NL Central and reach the NL championship series during his first season in Chicago.The 36-year-o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1939.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 04:55:15 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 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1940.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As it turns out, the Cubs did not obtain left-handed pitcher Garrett Olson from the Baltimore Orioles to turn around and package him to the San Diego Padres for Jake Peavy.  That was all the speculation on Jan. 18, when general manager Jim Hendry traded c]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-02-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1941.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Rich Hill appears to be on his way to the Baltimore Orioles via a trade. Reports out of Baltimore have the Orioles trying to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Hill, who is out of minor league options in Chicago. After an 11-8 season in 2007, Hil]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fehr: 'Heightened' concern about free-agent market 2009-01-31]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fehr-heightened-concern-about-free-agent-market-1942.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2009 04:55:15 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Donald Fehr isn't saying that owners are colluding to hold down salaries, but he told Ken Rosenthal the situation has him concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fehr: 'Heightened' concern about free-agent market]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fehr-heightened-concern-about-free-agent-market.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Donald Fehr isn't saying that owners are colluding to hold down salaries, but he told Ken Rosenthal the situation has him concerned.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Bako agree to 1-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-bako-agree-to-1-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free agent catcher Paul Bako and the Chicago Cubs agreed Friday to a one-year contract worth $725,000.Bako played for the Cubs in 2003-4, helping them win the NL Central and reach the NL championship series during his first season in Chicago.The 36-year-o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs agree to 1-year deal with Bako]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-agree-to-1-year-deal-with-bako.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Free agent catcher Paul Bako and the Chicago Cubs agreed Friday to a one-year contract worth $725,000.Bako played for the Cubs in 2003-4, helping them win the NL Central and reach the NL championship series during his first season in Chicago.The 36-year-o]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MARINERS GET 2-FOR-1 IN TRADE WITH CUBS ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mariners-get-2-for-1-in-trade-with-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jack Zduriencik seems willing to go halfway around the world to make his Mariners better, if that's what it takes.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1938.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's starting up again. Where will left fielder Alfonso Soriano bat in the Cubs' lineup? Soriano has spent most of the last two seasons as the leadoff man, but the Cubs have always faced questions about whether he'd be more effective lower in the order, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners' plan in place, but it's easily changed ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mariners-plan-in-place-but-it-s-easily-changed-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In place of a printed program, the Mariners might want to sell blank sheets of paper on game days this season. Or dry-eraser boards. Anything that allows for swift corrections would be nice.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mariners have a deal, options]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mariners-have-a-deal-options.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[New Mariners infielder Ronny Cedeno, acquired from the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, will be given a chance this spring to compete for a starting job at shortstop and second base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Risky strategy could work for these unsigned studs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/risky-strategy-could-work-for-these-unsigned-studs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Time's running out on many big-name free agents. But for some, the best move might just be to keep waiting, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1931.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's starting up again. Where will left fielder Alfonso Soriano bat in the Cubs' lineup? Soriano has spent most of the last two seasons as the leadoff man, but the Cubs have always faced questions about whether he'd be more effective lower in the order, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1932.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Not content to wait around for the Padres to make a deal involving RHP Jake Peavy, the Cubs went out and acquired another rotation candidate. The Cubs got RHP Aaron Heilman from the Mariners in exchange for LHP Garrett Olson and INF Ronny Cedeno. Heilma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1933.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2009 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[Abreu too good to last this long on free-agent market]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/abreu-too-good-to-last-this-long-on-free-agent-market.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Bobby Abreu is way too good to be dangling on the free-agent market. Ken Rosenthal explores why that is, and where he might go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1923.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's starting up again. Where will left fielder Alfonso Soriano bat in the Cubs' lineup? Soriano has spent most of the last two seasons as the leadoff man, but the Cubs have always faced questions about whether he'd be more effective lower in the order, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1924.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--Not content to wait around for the Padres to make a deal involving RHP Jake Peavy, the Cubs went out and acquired another rotation candidate. The Cubs got RHP Aaron Heilman from the Mariners in exchange for LHP Garrett Olson and INF Ronny Cedeno. Heilma]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1925.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 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[Mariners trade Heilman to Cubs for Cedeno, Olson]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mariners-trade-heilman-to-cubs-for-cedeno-olson.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Aaron Heilman needed a change of scenery after his struggles last season with the New York Mets. He's gotten it. Twice.Heilman was traded from Seattle to the Chicago Cubs on Wednesday, seven weeks after the Mets shipped him to the Mariners as part of a th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs land Heilman in trade with Mariners]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-land-heilman-in-trade-with-mariners.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs, unsure of whether they will land Padres right-hander Jake Peavy, made a separate move Wednesday to bolster their pitching depth, acquiring right-hander Aaron Heilman from the Mariners.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BREWERS  Timing is everything for Counsell deal ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-timing-is-everything-for-counsell-deal-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Some deals just make way too much sense to turn down.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1916.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1917.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's starting up again. Where will left fielder Alfonso Soriano bat in the Cubs' lineup? Soriano has spent most of the last two seasons as the leadoff man, but the Cubs have always faced questions about whether he'd be more effective lower in the order, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1918.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz have agreed to terms on one-year deals, avoiding salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to an arbitration hearing since 1993, when they faced off with 1B Mark Grace. Gregg will battle with RHP Carlos Marmol for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Baaaad times Arizona Cardinals have breakthrough, but the suffering continues for others ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baaaad-times-arizona-cardinals-have-breakthrough-but-the-suffering-continues-for-others-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Though it still doesn't roll off the tongue - the Super Bowl-bound Arizona Cardinals on Sunday will compete for the NFL title for the first time since 1948. More than 60 years and two cities later, their appearance against Pittsburgh ends the second-longe]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs over country? Dempster's difficult choice]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-over-country-dempster-s-difficult-choice.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Dempster's getting flak in his country for declining to play in the World Baseball Classic. Ken Rosenthal says that's not fair.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bankruptcy court review of Cubs team sale likely 2009-01-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bankruptcy-court-review-of-cubs-team-sale-likely-1921.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the Chicago Cubs aren't part of Tribune Co.'s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, experts say a federal court overseeing the case is likely to review the baseball team's impending sale anyhow.It's not yet clear whether such a review would be a mere for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1912.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1913.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's starting up again. Where will left fielder Alfonso Soriano bat in the Cubs' lineup? Soriano has spent most of the last two seasons as the leadoff man, but the Cubs have always faced questions about whether he'd be more effective lower in the order, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1914.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz have agreed to terms on one-year deals, avoiding salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to an arbitration hearing since 1993, when they faced off with 1B Mark Grace. Gregg will battle with RHP Carlos Marmol for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1903.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 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 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1904.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's starting up again. Where will left fielder Alfonso Soriano bat in the Cubs' lineup? Soriano has spent most of the last two seasons as the leadoff man, but the Cubs have always faced questions about whether he'd be more effective lower in the order, w]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1905.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz have agreed to terms on one-year deals, avoiding salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to an arbitration hearing since 1993, when they faced off with 1B Mark Grace. Gregg will battle with RHP Carlos Marmol for th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Member of family picked to buy Cubs a longtime fan]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/member-of-family-picked-to-buy-cubs-a-longtime-fan.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Curt Conklin once lived with Tom Ricketts in an apartment just outside Wrigley Field, and the two were regulars at Cubs games. He knows Ricketts wasn't just a fan, but could recite Rick Sutcliffe's 1984 statistics by rote (20-6, 3.64 ERA).And he knows thi]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bankruptcy court review of Cubs team sale likely]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bankruptcy-court-review-of-cubs-team-sale-likely.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although the Chicago Cubs aren't part of Tribune Co.'s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, experts say a federal court overseeing the case is likely to review the baseball team's impending sale anyhow.It's not yet clear whether such a review would be a mere for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada issues a call to arms]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/canada-issues-a-call-to-arms.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A week of most unpleasant surprises has forced Canada to begin drawing up a Plan B for its pitching staff at the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alternatives tossed around]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/alternatives-tossed-around.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A week of most unpleasant surprises has forced Canada to begin drawing up a Plan B for its pitching staff at the World Baseball Classic.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrigley face lift probable]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/wrigley-face-lift-probable.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Tribune Co. bought the last-place Cubs and Wrigley Field for $21.1 million in 1981, the park was antiquated and in a run-down neighborhood where fans sometimes were allowed to enter the bleachers free in the late innings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tell us what you think ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tell-us-what-you-think-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2009 04:55:16 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Ricketts family is the winning bidder for the Cubs. Is this good for the Cubs? For Ricketts? Comment at chicagotribune.com/cubsboard]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ricketts picked as winning bidder for Chicago Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ricketts-picked-as-winning-bidder-for-chicago-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tom Ricketts once lived across the street from Wrigley Field and met his wife in the bleachers.Now that his billionaire family is set to purchase the Chicago Cubs and their historic ballpark from Tribune Co., he's about to get a closer view of his favorit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sox have another fan in high place(s) ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sox-have-another-fan-in-high-place-s-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You couldn?t help knowing that the 44th president of the United States is a White Sox fan.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reports: Ricketts picked as winning Cubs bidder]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/reports-ricketts-picked-as-winning-cubs-bidder.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The billionaire Ricketts family has been selected by Tribune Co. as the winning bidder for the hard-luck Chicago Cubs, according to several reports.The bid is worth about $900 million, according to the Web site of the Chicago Tribune, which also is owned ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1898.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1899.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Long offseasons are nothing new to Cubs general manager Jim Hendry, and so it goes again this winter. The team recently held its annual winter caravan and fan convention, and Hendry admitted he's still shopping for help. Hendry's pursuit of San Diego Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1900.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--LHP Mike Stanton, who hasn't pitched since the 2007 season, signed a minor league deal with the Cubs. The 41-year-old reliever received an invitation to the team's big-league camp. Among the others receiving non-roster invitations to spring training are]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribune chooses Ricketts to buy Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tribune-chooses-ricketts-to-buy-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tribune Co. has chosen a favorite among three finalists to buy the Cubs, according to the Chicago Tribune, and appears to be winding down a lengthy search for a new owner.The paper, citing a source close to the situation, reported that the company gave th]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cruz's plight shows free-agency flaw]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cruz-s-plight-shows-free-agency-flaw.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The plight of free agent Juan Cruz shows Ken Rosenthal that MLB needs to quit chugging along and change the system.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic shot for Blue Jays' Richmond]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/classic-shot-for-blue-jays-richmond.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The way Scott Richmond sees it, Canada's pitching woes for the World Baseball Classic could prove to be a shot in the arm for his career.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harden won't pitch for Canada]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/harden-won-t-pitch-for-canada.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It comes as no huge surprise that Cubs pitcher Rich Harden has eliminated himself from Canada's roster for the World Baseball Classic, which runs concurrent with spring training.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1890.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Michael Wuertz, the last Cubs player eligible for arbitration, agreed to a one-year, $1.1 million deal. --CF Felix Pie finally ran out of chances with the Cubs, who dealt him to the Orioles for RHP Garrett Olson and minor league RHP Henry Williamson]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1891.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1892.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Long offseasons are nothing new to Cubs general manager Jim Hendry, and so it goes again this winter. The team recently held its annual winter caravan and fan convention, and Hendry admitted he's still shopping for help. Hendry's pursuit of San Diego Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't be foolish, the Yankees aren't done yet 2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/don-t-be-foolish-the-yankees-aren-t-done-yet-1893.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yanks have had a nice offseason haul, and they're not finished. Ken Rosenthal reveals what New York could be up to next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2009-01-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports--1894.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[-- Ales Hemsky scored game winner in the final minute as the Edmonton Oilers rallied to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-3. Edmonton enters the all-star break on a three-game winning streak.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't be foolish, the Yankees aren't done yet]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/don-t-be-foolish-the-yankees-aren-t-done-yet.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Yanks have had a nice offseason haul, and they're not finished. Ken Rosenthal reveals what New York could be up to next.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier pitchers pass up chance to play for Canada ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/premier-pitchers-pass-up-chance-to-play-for-canada-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitching was always going to be Canada's soft spot at the World Baseball Classic and things are looking worse now that Ryan Dempster has bowed out and Rich Harden is questionable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster opts out of World Baseball Classic ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-opts-out-of-world-baseball-classic-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryan Dempster has decided he will not pitch for Team Canada in the World Baseball Classic at the Rogers Centre in Toronto this March.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pitching outlook worsens]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/pitching-outlook-worsens.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitching was always going to be Canada's soft spot at the World Baseball Classic and things look worse now that Ryan Dempster has bowed out and Rich Harden is questionable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team Canada short of arms ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/team-canada-short-of-arms-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Pitching was always going to be Canada's soft spot at the World Baseball Classic and things are looking worse now that Ryan Dempster has bowed out and Rich Harden is questionable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, RHP Wuertz agree to $1.1 million deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-rhp-wuertz-agree-to-1-1-million-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Relief pitcher Michael Wuertz and the Chicago Cubs agreed Tuesday on a $1.1 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration.Wuertz was 1-1 with a 3.63 ERA in 45 appearances for the Cubs last season. He also spent time at Triple-A Iowa.The 30-ye]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jenks agrees to 1-year deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/jenks-agrees-to-1-year-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[White Sox general manager Ken Williams was emphatic when trade rumors arose during the winter meetings about closer Bobby Jenks.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[All I was saying was give Pie a chance]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/all-i-was-saying-was-give-pie-a-chance.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[I don't believe Felix Pie failed during his time with the Cubs. I believe the Cubs failed him. Pie wasn't a creation of media hype. He was a legitimate prospect. He was a six-tool player -- glove, speed, arm, power, stroke and attitude -- and he should ha]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadian eyes on Dempster, Harden as MLB unveils provisional WBC rosters ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/canadian-eyes-on-dempster-harden-as-mlb-unveils-provisional-wbc-rosters-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TORONTO _ The big question marks for Canada will revolve around ace starters Ryan Dempster and Rich Harden when provisional rosters for the World Baseball Classic are unveiled Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canada short of pitching for baseball classic ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/canada-short-of-pitching-for-baseball-classic-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TORONTO Pitching was always going to be Canada's soft spot at the World Baseball Classic and things are looking worse now that Ryan Dempster has bowed out and Rich Harden is questionable.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pie no longer Cubs¿ prospect ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/pie-no-longer-cubs¿-prospect-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Another highly touted center fielder, another trade to Baltimore.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1872.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--CF Felix Pie finally ran out of chances with the Cubs, who dealt him to the Orioles for RHP Garrett Olson and minor league RHP Henry Williamson. Pie, who started in center for the Cubs on Opening Day in 2008, is out of minor league options, and Chicago ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1873.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1874.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Long offseasons are nothing new to Cubs general manager Jim Hendry, and so it goes again this winter. The team recently held its annual winter caravan and fan convention, and Hendry admitted he's still shopping for help. Hendry's pursuit of San Diego Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cub aces to Canada? ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cub-aces-to-canada-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The big question marks for Canada will revolve around ace starters Ryan Dempster and Rich Harden when provisional rosters for the World Baseball Classic are unveiled today.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs agree to $4.2M deal with closer Gregg]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-agree-to-4-2m-deal-with-closer-gregg.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Closer Kevin Gregg and the Chicago Cubs agreed Monday to a $4.2 million, one-year contract that avoided salary arbitration.The Cubs acquired the 30-year-old right-hander from the Florida Marlins last November for right-hander Jose Ceda, then said the foll]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[O's have tough choices; Dodgers primed to pounce]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/o-s-have-tough-choices-dodgers-primed-to-pounce.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The O's shot themselves in the foot (again), the Cubs are holding tight and the Dodgers are ready to pounce. Ken Rosenthal has it all.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Some building questions]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/some-building-questions.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Most of the first two days of the 2009 Cubs Convention were devoted to dissecting the painful past and looking ahead to the potential of a better ending next October.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Soriano still Cubs' top guy]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/soriano-still-cubs-top-guy.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Somewhere between his first glass of wine and his first words with new right fielder Milton Bradley, manager Lou Piniella encountered the last subject he wanted to discuss at the Cubs Convention this weekend.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hendry fields ¿em from all directions ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hendry-fields-¿em-from-all-directions-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry was neither combative nor defensive, but he was forceful in his explanations about what he has accomplished so far this off-season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs trade OF Pie to Orioles for Olson, prospect]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-trade-of-pie-to-orioles-for-olson-prospect.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs finally lost patience with former prized prospect Felix Pie, trading the outfielder to the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday for left-hander Garrett Olson and minor league pitcher Henry Williamson.The 23-year-old Pie hit .241 in 43 games with t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Adding Giambi could be a coup for A's]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/adding-giambi-could-be-a-coup-for-a-s.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Compared to other similar players, the A's signing of Jason Giambi for a bargain basement price is starting to look like a steal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs trade OF Pie to Orioles]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-trade-of-pie-to-orioles.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Sources: No room for Pie, Cubs deal CF to O's]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eavesdropping on Cubs die-hards ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/eavesdropping-on-cubs-die-hards-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA["Who are you?"]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kenney: Holy water my sin]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/kenney-holy-water-my-sin.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Crane Kenney offered a mea culpa Saturday at the Cubs Convention after a fan asked the club chairman why he had a Greek priest spread holy water in the dugout before last season's playoff opener against the Dodgers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribune building its case to stay intact]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tribune-building-its-case-to-stay-intact.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A month into its Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, Chicago-based Tribune Co. is beginning to form a strategy for holding the company's major assets together, not tearing them apart, sources close to the situation said.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hopefully, Piniella a quick study]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hopefully-piniella-a-quick-study.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dr. Lou was in the house Saturday, ready to fix the Cubs' problems with a little psychology.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1853.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Long offseasons are nothing new to Cubs general manager Jim Hendry, and so it goes again this winter. The team recently held its annual winter caravan and fan convention, and Hendry admitted he's still shopping for help. Hendry's pursuit of San Diego Padr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1854.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--SS Ronny Cedeno avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $822,500 contract. He hit .269 in 99 games for the Cubs last season. --2B Mike Fontenot hit .305 with a .395 on-base percentage last season. General manager Jim Hendry said the Cubs have to ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-18]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1855.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 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[Winter wondering ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/winter-wondering-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It wasn?t the below-zero temperatures that told Lou Piniella he was at the Cubs convention. It was the question about the Cubs? lineup.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs chairman thinks sale's imminent]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-chairman-thinks-sale-s-imminent.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs chairman Crane Kenney said again he expects the team's sale to be completed by opening day and the list of potential buyers could be down to one by the end of the month.He also left the door open - slightly - for Tribune Co. to hang onto it at least ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs chairman thinks sale's imminent 2009-01-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-chairman-thinks-sale-s-imminent-1858.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs chairman Crane Kenney said again he expects the team's sale to be completed by opening day and the list of potential buyers could be down to one by the end of the month.He also left the door open - slightly - for Tribune Co. to hang onto it at least ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Next year is here--again]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/next-year-is-here-again.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Because the Cubs Convention always seems to fall on the coldest weekend of the winter, proper layering is recommended, even if that means putting on a blue Zambrano jersey over a black "Central Division champs" hoodie over a yellow "No Lights" T-shirt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[No sense replaying past]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/no-sense-replaying-past.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2009 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The postmortems on the 2008 season all have been written, and Lou Piniella is looking forward to a pressure-free year in 2009.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Piniella gives big welcome to Bradley]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/piniella-gives-big-welcome-to-bradley.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs manager Lou Piniella gave Milton Bradley a warm welcome when the two met Friday. A handshake, an embrace and an arm around his shoulder."Glad to have you here," Piniella said at the team's winter convention as cameras captured the greeting.Br]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs agree with Ronny Cedeno at $822,500]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-agree-with-ronny-cedeno-at-822-500.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs and utility infielder Ronny Cedeno have agreed to a one-year contract worth $822,500 and avoided salary arbitration.Cedeno batted .269 with two home runs and 28 RBIs in 99 games for the Cubs last season. He saw action at second base, shor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs agree with Cedeno at $822,500]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-agree-with-cedeno-at-822-500.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs and utility infielder Ronny Cedeno have agreed to a one-year contract worth $822,500 and avoided salary arbitration.Cedeno batted .269 with two home runs and 28 RBIs in 99 games for the Cubs last season. He saw action at second base, shor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Dallas Morning News Kevin Sherrington column: Texas Rangers can repair rift with Michael Young ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/the-dallas-morning-news-kevin-sherrington-column-texas-rangers-can-repair-rift-with-michael-young-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 14--Michael Young's demand to be traded after theTexasRangers told him he'd be moving to his right prompted several reactions, not the least of which was this:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Texas, Ray Buck column: She Said, He Said: Is Michael Young being selfish ... or just realistic? ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fort-worth-star-telegram-texas-ray-buck-column-she-said-he-said-is-michael-young-being-selfish-or-just-realistic-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 13--Each Tuesday, the Star-Telegram's Charean Williams and Ray Buck go point-counterpoint on some of the hot topics in sports. Combined, they've covered more than 40 Super Bowls. Charean will become president of the Pro Football Writers of America at]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Texas, Gil LeBreton column: Ryan has no ax to grind when it comes to Daniels ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/fort-worth-star-telegram-texas-gil-lebreton-column-ryan-has-no-ax-to-grind-when-it-comes-to-daniels-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 16--It apparently will surprise some people, but Nolan Ryan does not report for work at Rangers Ballpark each day with his hangin' rope poised and his six-shooters ready to fire.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CUBS CONVENTION]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-convention.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Because the Cubs Convention always seems to fall on the coldest weekend of the winter, proper layering is recommended, even if that means putting on a blue Zambrano jersey over a black "Central Division Champs" hoodie over a yellow "No Lights" T-shirt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1851.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1852.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation of the Cubs offense continues. The signing of right fielder Milton Bradley to a three-year contract worth a potential $30 million is yet another sign the front office is serious about building a team around high-on-base-percentage hitte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1839.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1840.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation of the Cubs offense continues. The signing of right fielder Milton Bradley to a three-year contract worth a potential $30 million is yet another sign the front office is serious about building a team around high-on-base-percentage hitte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-16]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1841.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz, and INF Ronny Cedeno are the three remaining players on the team eligible for salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to a hearing since the early 1990s. Gregg, whom the Cubs obtained from Florida in a November tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which 'Big Z' will fans see in '09?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/which-big-z-will-fans-see-in-09-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's never too early to start thinking about Opening Day, especially in a town where Baseball fever rises in direct proportion to a plunging thermometer.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2009-01-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports--1843.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TORONTO - Citing declining sales, the CBC has pulled out as a carrier ofTorontoBlueJays telecasts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hendry says Cubs will keep exploring moves]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hendry-says-cubs-will-keep-exploring-moves.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry has been busy this offseason and he expects the team's 2009 payroll to be a bit higher than last year, despite the national recession."We're in a situation that's a little unique," Hendry said Wednesday during a stop on the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs chairman hopes club will be sold by April]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-chairman-hopes-club-will-be-sold-by-april.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs hope to have a new owner by opening day.It's an optimistic timeframe, because the sale of the storied NL franchise still must be approved by major league owners. But club chairman Crane Kenney said Wednesday he hopes commissioner Bud Seli]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lackey could be next year's offseason gem]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/lackey-could-be-next-year-s-offseason-gem.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Looking for next year's prized free-agent arm? Ken Rosenthal says it's going to be John Lackey unless the Angels get busy soon.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Finding new pitches]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/finding-new-pitches.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tom McDonald's job isn't usually this stressful. For the past decade, the San Francisco Giants' senior vice president of consumer marketing could sell pennant races, Barry Bonds and one of America's most widely praised ballparks to one of its most affluen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rickey could steal the show ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rickey-could-steal-the-show-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Big Event]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Beckham, Poreda get camp invites]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/beckham-poreda-get-camp-invites.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Top prospects Gordon Beckham, Aaron Poreda and Tyler Flowers were among 18 players receiving spring training invitations Monday from the White Sox.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Which team could end up making the move for the Texas Rangers' Michael Young? ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/which-team-could-end-up-making-the-move-for-the-texas-rangers-michael-young-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jan. 13--Trading a proven commodity like Michael Young, should theTexasRangers captain remain resolute in his preference to be traded rather than play third base, isn't as easy as picking up the phone. -- The $62 million Young, 32, is owed over the next f]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1835.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1836.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation of the Cubs offense continues. The signing of right fielder Milton Bradley to a three-year contract worth a potential $30 million is yet another sign the front office is serious about building a team around high-on-base-percentage hitte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1825.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1826.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation of the Cubs offense continues. The signing of right fielder Milton Bradley to a three-year contract worth a potential $30 million is yet another sign the front office is serious about building a team around high-on-base-percentage hitte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-13]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1827.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz, and INF Ronny Cedeno are the three remaining players on the team eligible for salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to a hearing since the early 1990s. Gregg, whom the Cubs obtained from Florida in a November tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Milt Men]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/milt-men.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley has been described as temperamental, immature, moody and angry. But when he arrived in town last week, Bradley declared that he just wants to be loved. He'll get that chance at Wrigley Field, where the world's most loyal Baseball fans will ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SS Young asks for trade from Rangers 2009-01-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ss-young-asks-for-trade-from-rangers-1829.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rangers shortstop Michael Young wants to be traded rather than move to third base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[SS Young asks for trade from Rangers]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ss-young-asks-for-trade-from-rangers.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Rangers shortstop Michael Young wants to be traded rather than move to third base.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1821.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1822.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation of the Cubs offense continues. The signing of right fielder Milton Bradley to a three-year contract worth a potential $30 million is yet another sign the front office is serious about building a team around high-on-base-percentage hitte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1823.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz, and INF Ronny Cedeno are the three remaining players on the team eligible for salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to a hearing since the early 1990s. Gregg, whom the Cubs obtained from Florida in a November tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OTHER VIEWS: THE READERS HAVE THEIR SAY  2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/other-views-the-readers-have-their-say--1824.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A vote for Grace]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chi-SPN ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chi-spn-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Know who loves Major League Baseball? Major League Baseball. What else could explain the debut of the MLB Network on New Year's Day?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1816.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1817.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation of the Cubs offense continues. The signing of right fielder Milton Bradley to a three-year contract worth a potential $30 million is yet another sign the front office is serious about building a team around high-on-base-percentage hitte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1818.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz, and INF Ronny Cedeno are the three remaining players on the team eligible for salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to a hearing since the early 1990s. Gregg, whom the Cubs obtained from Florida in a November tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[OTHER VIEWS: THE READERS HAVE THEIR SAY  2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/other-views-the-readers-have-their-say--1819.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A vote for Grace]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1808.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1809.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The transformation of the Cubs offense continues. The signing of right fielder Milton Bradley to a three-year contract worth a potential $30 million is yet another sign the front office is serious about building a team around high-on-base-percentage hitte]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1810.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHPs Kevin Gregg and Michael Wuertz, and INF Ronny Cedeno are the three remaining players on the team eligible for salary arbitration. The Cubs have not gone to a hearing since the early 1990s. Gregg, whom the Cubs obtained from Florida in a November tr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[In the air ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/in-the-air-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[In the air]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Problems more likely than rerun of career year]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/problems-more-likely-than-rerun-of-career-year.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TODAY'S ISSUE: WILL Milton Bradley BE A GOOD FIT FOR THE Cubs?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs put their trust in Bradley]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-put-their-trust-in-bradley.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After two months of courting and waiting and making the finances work, the Cubs finally introduced Milton Bradley as their new right fielder Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New man in right]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/new-man-in-right.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Since Sammy Sosa left in disgrace after the 2004 season, right field has been a sinkhole of talent -- and dollars -- for the Cubs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Cubs owner could rescue Peavy ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/new-cubs-owner-could-rescue-peavy-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two things haven?t changed in the weeks and months since it said here that Jake Peavy wanted to pitch for the Cubs, and that the leader in the race to buy the team was Tom Ricketts.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs introduce outfielder Milton Bradley]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-introduce-outfielder-milton-bradley.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley's talent is undeniable when he's healthy and that's why the Chicago Cubs gave him a $30 million, three-year contract to be their right fielder and a run producer in the middle of the lineup.It's the other issues that have often overshadowed]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Additions don't equal subtractions]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/additions-don-t-equal-subtractions.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Jim Hendry was waving a caution flag, the Cubs general manager knowing full well his offseason moves to date haven't exactly washed away the stench of an awful October -- or made the last 100 years any easier to accept.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1803.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. In transactions that were directly related, the Cubs sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1804.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Milton Bradley agreed to a three-year, $30 million deal with the Cubs, according to multiple media reports. The switch hitter led the American League with a .436 on-base percentage for the Rangers last year. The Cubs had been clearing salary in recen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1805.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 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[Treat preview]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/treat-preview.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[I've closed the book on 2008. Well, I still may be paying off some sports debts for a bit, but that's beside the point. ? I'm ready for a whole new year of sports filled with a whole new set of disappointments with a few successes sprinkled in just to kee]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Moving parts' cloud Peavy deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-moving-parts-cloud-peavy-deal.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2009 04:55:05 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Recent Cubs trades may have positioned the team for another run at San Diego Padres pitcher Jake Peavy. But acquiring the 2007 National League Cy Young Award winner may hinge on new ownership for both franchises.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry refused to call it a salary dump, but the Cubs w ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-general-manager-jim-hendry-refused-to-call-it-a-salary-dump-but-the-cubs-w-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry refused to call it a salary dump, but the Cubs wound up saving a few bucks Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1794.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1795.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. In transactions that were directly related, the Cubs sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1796.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Milton Bradley agreed to a three-year, $30 million deal with the Cubs, according to multiple media reports. The switch hitter led the American League with a .436 on-base percentage for the Rangers last year. The Cubs had been clearing salary in recen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quick Hits ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/quick-hits-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[IT'S TIME FOR ... THE LEADOFF MAN]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marquis gone]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marquis-gone.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs finished off the Jason Marquis-for-Luis Vizcaino trade with the Colorado Rockies as expected Tuesday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A mixed bag on Bradley]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-mixed-bag-on-bradley.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Milton Bradley was still days away from actually signing a contract with the Cubs, but if the early returns are any indication, Chicago fans are ready to give the talented but controversial veteran outfielder the benefit of the doubt.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dunn-would-be-smart-alternative-for-dodgers.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2009-01-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-1785.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Corner Pocket]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bradley brings game to Cubs 3-year deal for left-handed-hitting outfielder ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bradley-brings-game-to-cubs-3-year-deal-for-left-handed-hitting-outfielder-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[This figures to be a busy week for the Cubs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies acquire Marquis from Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rockies-acquire-marquis-from-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Colorado Rockies added depth to their rotation, acquiring durable right-hander Jason Marquis from the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday for reliever Luis Vizcaino.The 30-year-old Marquis was 11-9 with a 4.53 ERA last season for the NL Central champion Cubs. The]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[COACHING CRAPSHOOT - TEAMS KNOW IF THEY'VE ROLLED A WINNER ONLY AFTER THEY ADD 'EM UP ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/coaching-crapshoot-teams-know-if-they-ve-rolled-a-winner-only-after-they-add-em-up-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[HERE is the dirty little secret abut what awaits the Jets over the next few days, weeks, months and years: At some point, they are going to hire a coach, and that coach is going to be hailed by some as being a clever choice and ripped by others as being a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1789.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. In transactions that were directly related, the Cubs sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1790.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Milton Bradley agreed to a three-year, $30 million deal with the Cubs, according to multiple media reports. The switch hitter led the American League with a .436 on-base percentage for the Rangers last year. The Cubs had been clearing salary in recen]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1791.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 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[MILTON BRADLEY AGREES TO $30 MILLION DEAL WITH CUBS]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/milton-bradley-agrees-to-30-million-deal-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With the trade of Jason Marquis and the signing of Milton Bradley to be announced as soon as Tuesday and Thursday, respectively, the Cubs' off-season agenda appears to be fulfilled, right?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bat and baggage]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/bat-and-baggage.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The long-awaited announcement that enigmatic outfielder Milton Bradley has signed a three-year contract with the Cubs could come Thursday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[AP Source: Bradley, Cubs agree to $30M, 3-yr deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/ap-source-bradley-cubs-agree-to-30m-3-yr-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs and free agent Milton Bradley reached a preliminary agreement Monday on a $30 million, three-year contract, according to a person familiar with the negotiations.The deal is subject to a physical scheduled for Thursday, the person said, sp]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[GRAPEFRUIT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/grapefruit-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TampaBayRays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cubs, Bradley agree to 3-year, $30M deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cubs-bradley-agree-to-3-year-30m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs, closing in on their No. 1 offensive target, have reached an agreement in principle with free agent Milton Bradley, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rays, Burrell agree to two-year, $16M deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rays-burrell-agree-to-two-year-16m-deal.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Rays, filling their need for a power hitter, have agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with free-agent Pat Burrell.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Too many quality free agents remain]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/too-many-quality-free-agents-remain.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Manny and Derek Lowe are available this close to spring training? That bothers Dayn Perry, who tells us where they should go.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stealing into the Hall]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/stealing-into-the-hall.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Hall of Fame ballot]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade may be off the Mark]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/trade-may-be-off-the-mark.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[;]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1775.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. In transactions that were directly related, the Cubs sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1776.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot figures to benefit most from the trade of 2B/OF Mark DeRosa to Cleveland. GM Jim Hendry says he can envision a double-play combination on many days of Ryan Theriot at shortstop and Fontenot at second. Fontenot is a left-handed batter wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1777.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2009 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[Looking back on 2008's oddest games]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/looking-back-on-2008-s-oddest-games.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[What do Manny and Chase Utley have in common? Find out as we look back on baseball's strangest performances of 2008.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dempster would welcome Bradley]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dempster-would-welcome-bradley.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When general manager Jim Hendry called Ryan Dempster, Derrek Lee and Ted Lilly last month to pass on the news about Tribune Co.'s filing for bankruptcy, he presumably told them about the possibility of signing free agent outfielder Milton Bradley.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[IN TOM WE 'TRUST' ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/in-tom-we-trust-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Don't bother complaining to Tom Cavanagh about how silly it is that his new series, "Trust Me," is set in Chicago but wasn't filmed in the Windy City.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1770.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. In transactions that were directly related, the Cubs sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1771.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot figures to benefit most from the trade of 2B/OF Mark DeRosa to Cleveland. GM Jim Hendry says he can envision a double-play combination on many days of Ryan Theriot at shortstop and Fontenot at second. Fontenot is a left-handed batter wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1772.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2009 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 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1763.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Two main factors played into the recent flurry of moves made by Cubs general manager Jim Hendry: money, and the wish of Hendry and manager Lou Piniella to have more left-handed bats in their lineup. In transactions that were directly related, the Cubs sig]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1764.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B Mike Fontenot figures to benefit most from the trade of 2B/OF Mark DeRosa to Cleveland. GM Jim Hendry says he can envision a double-play combination on many days of Ryan Theriot at shortstop and Fontenot at second. Fontenot is a left-handed batter wh]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-03]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1765.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 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[Cold fact: It was special]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cold-fact-it-was-special.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The thought occurred as I looked down on the winter wonderland created by John McDonough and his NHL buddies: What a perfect time for Steve Bartman to return to Wrigley Field!]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Goodbye, DeRosa]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/goodbye-derosa.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[On a day of swirling rumors around the North Side, one came to fruition when the Cubs sent infielder/outfielder Mark DeRosa to Cleveland for three young pitching prospects.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIVE ON FIVE ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/five-on-five-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[3, 2, 1 ...]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strange bedfellows?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/strange-bedfellows-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Think hockey at Wrigley is weird? Maybe the sport played on ice isn't so different from Baseball after all. Here's a tale of the tape.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dealing DeRosa just1st domino to fall?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/dealing-derosa-just1st-domino-to-fall-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After a relatively slow off-season, the Cubs stepped it up on New Year's Eve, saying goodbye to Mark DeRosa while welcoming his replacement, Aaron Miles.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Sider Chelios relishing trip north ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/south-sider-chelios-relishing-trip-north-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Chris Chelios' latest visit to Wrigley Field is quite a bit different from previous ones.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' longing for lefty hitters trumps DeRosa ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-longing-for-lefty-hitters-trumps-derosa-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[So why did Mark DeRosa have to go?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[DeRosa deal could restart Peavy talks]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/derosa-deal-could-restart-peavy-talks.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2009 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After trading Mark DeRosa to theClevelandIndians and signing free-agent infielder Aaron Miles in correlated moves Wednesday, the Cubs are poised to complete their priority offseason activity as early as next week.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marquis heading to ColoradoPrince's Bay resident on the verge of being traded to Rockies from Cubs ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/marquis-heading-to-coloradoprince-s-bay-resident-on-the-verge-of-being-traded-to-rockies-from-cubs-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tottenville HS product and Chicago Cubs pitcher Jason Marquis is about to change his Baseball address according to broadcast and published reports.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs agree with INF Miles]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-agree-with-inf-miles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs and infielder Aaron Miles agreed Wednesday to a two-year, $4.9 million contract.The switch-hitting Miles batted .317 with four homers and 31 RBIs in 134 games for the St. Louis Cardinals last season."We expect Aaron to provide significant]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians acquire INF Mark DeRosa to play third]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/indians-acquire-inf-mark-derosa-to-play-third.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[After some debate and a trade, the Cleveland Indians have decided not to shift their infield.The club acquired versatile infielder Mark DeRosa to place third base on Wednesday, trading three minor leaguers to the Chicago Cubs. They dealt pitchers Jeff Ste]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Indians land versatile infielder DeRosa from Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/indians-land-versatile-infielder-derosa-from-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cleveland Indians acquired versatile infielder Mark DeRosa on Wednesday in a trade that sent three minor leaguers to the Chicago Cubs.The Indians sent minor league pitchers Jeff Stevens, Chris Archer and John Caub to Chicago.The 33-year-old DeRosa may]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs reach two-year deal with utility infielder Miles]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-reach-two-year-deal-with-utility-infielder-miles.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs and infielder Aaron Miles have agreed to a two-year contract.The switch-hitting Miles batted .317 with four homers and 31 RBIs in 134 games for the St. Louis Cardinals last season."We expect Aaron to provide significant versatility and fl]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jays sign four players to minor-league contracts ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/jays-sign-four-players-to-minor-league-contracts-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheTorontoBlueJays signed catchers Michael Barrett and Raul Chavez, infielder Randy Ruiz and left-hander Mike Maroth to minor-league contracts yesterday and invited them to spring training.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cubs near deal to ship Marquis to Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cubs-near-deal-to-ship-marquis-to-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs, trying to clear salary while fortifying their bullpen, are close to trading right-hander Jason Marquis and cash to the Rockies for right-hander Luis Vizcaino, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Blue Jays sign four players to minor league contracts ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/blue-jays-sign-four-players-to-minor-league-contracts-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TheTORONTOBLUEJAYS have signed C Michael Barrett, C Raul Chavez, IF Randy Ruiz and LHP Mike Maroth to minor league contracts and extended invitations for all to attend spring training with the Major League club.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cubs near deal to send Marquis to Rockies]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cubs-near-deal-to-send-marquis-to-rockies.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs, trying to clear salary while fortifying their bullpen, are close to trading right-hander Jason Marquis and cash to the Rockies for right-hander Luis Vizcaino, according to major-league sources.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jenkins likes idea of hockey at Wrigley ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/jenkins-likes-idea-of-hockey-at-wrigley-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Many Cubs games have been played in April when cold and even snow rendered conditions quite challenging.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1746.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry had hoped to have his 2009 team pretty well set by Christmas, but it looks as if Hendry will be working deep into January or even beyond. The only big-ticket player the Cubs had interest in was Padres right-hander Jake Peav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1747.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B/OF Mark DeRosa will play for Team USA this spring in the World Baseball Classic. Of course, DeRosa may or may not be with the Cubs by then. If the right deal comes along, GM Jim Hendry may trade DeRosa, a versatile player who will make a relatively m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-30]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1748.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 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[Whatever happened to ...?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/whatever-happened-to-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When we profiled Cubs broadcaster Len Kasper right before spring training, expectations for the team were sky-high.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1739.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry had hoped to have his 2009 team pretty well set by Christmas, but it looks as if Hendry will be working deep into January or even beyond. The only big-ticket player the Cubs had interest in was Padres right-hander Jake Peav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1740.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B/OF Mark DeRosa will play for Team USA this spring in the World Baseball Classic. Of course, DeRosa may or may not be with the Cubs by then. If the right deal comes along, GM Jim Hendry may trade DeRosa, a versatile player who will make a relatively m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1741.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 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[INDEX:Sports  2008-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports--1742.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews (tayvz) appear to have their berths in the N-H-L all-star game booked. The two Chicago Blackhawks forwards lead all Western Conference players in voting and pretty much have spots in the starting lineup secured. Anaheim for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[RETROSPECTIVE]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/retrospective.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A year may seem an arbitrary way to carve up time, but as any schoolchild can tell you, the measurement, of course, stands for something very real -- the time it takes the Earth to go once around the sun. So wherever you were 52 Sunday mornings ago, you h]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best of 2008]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/best-of-2008.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The White Sox's postseason run lasted just one game longer than the Cubs', but their path to October -- three victories in three win-or-go-home games against three different opponents over three days to end the regular season -- left a lasting impression.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1734.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry had hoped to have his 2009 team pretty well set by Christmas, but it looks as if Hendry will be working deep into January or even beyond. The only big-ticket player the Cubs had interest in was Padres right-hander Jake Peav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1735.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B/OF Mark DeRosa will play for Team USA this spring in the World Baseball Classic. Of course, DeRosa may or may not be with the Cubs by then. If the right deal comes along, GM Jim Hendry may trade DeRosa, a versatile player who will make a relatively m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1736.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 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[INDEX:Sports  2008-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports--1737.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews (tayvz) appear to have their berths in the N-H-L all-star game booked. The two Chicago Blackhawks forwards lead all Western Conference players in voting and pretty much have spots in the starting lineup secured. Anaheim for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1726.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry had hoped to have his 2009 team pretty well set by Christmas, but it looks as if Hendry will be working deep into January or even beyond. The only big-ticket player the Cubs had interest in was Padres right-hander Jake Peav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1727.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B/OF Mark DeRosa will play for Team USA this spring in the World Baseball Classic. Of course, DeRosa may or may not be with the Cubs by then. If the right deal comes along, GM Jim Hendry may trade DeRosa, a versatile player who will make a relatively m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-28]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1728.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 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[2009 GREPEFRIUT LEAGUE SCHEDULES ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/2009-grepefriut-league-schedules-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[TAMPABAYRays]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Team eyes 2 Japanese relievers ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/team-eyes-2-japanese-relievers-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Despite mixed results from the Kosuke Fukudome experiment, the Cubs are considering inviting two Japanese pitchers to spring training to compete for relief jobs.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2008-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports--1731.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews (tayvz) appear to have their berths in the N-H-L all-star game booked. The two Chicago Blackhawks forwards lead all Western Conference players in voting and pretty much have spots in the starting lineup secured. Anaheim for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1721.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--2B/OF Mark DeRosa will play for Team USA this spring in the World Baseball Classic. Of course, DeRosa may or may not be with the Cubs by then. If the right deal comes along, GM Jim Hendry may trade DeRosa, a versatile player who will make a relatively m]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1722.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 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 2008-12-27]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1723.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry had hoped to have his 2009 team pretty well set by Christmas, but it looks as if Hendry will be working deep into January or even beyond. The only big-ticket player the Cubs had interest in was Padres right-hander Jake Peav]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2008-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports--1724.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews (tayvz) appear to have their berths in the N-H-L all-star game booked. The two Chicago Blackhawks forwards lead all Western Conference players in voting and pretty much have spots in the starting lineup secured. Anaheim for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1725.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1716.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1717.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:55:26 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 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1718.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[INDEX:Sports  2008-12-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports--1719.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrick Kane and Jonathan Toews (tayvz) appear to have their berths in the N-H-L all-star game booked. The two Chicago Blackhawks forwards lead all Western Conference players in voting and pretty much have spots in the starting lineup secured. Anaheim for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1720.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2008 04:55:26 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1712.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1713.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 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 2008-12-24]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1714.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1715.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another long year for Canadian ball ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/another-long-year-for-canadian-ball-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[To varying degrees, there was disappointment in the performances of the Olympic team, the national junior squad and theTorontoBlueJays for Canadian Baseball fans in 2008.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Classic waiting to happen]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-classic-waiting-to-happen.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[To varying degrees, there was disappointment in the performances of the Olympic team, the national junior squad and theTorontoBlueJays for Canadian Baseball fans in 2008.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Our top plays in '08 ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/our-top-plays-in-08-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fashion statement]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now 2008-12-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now-1708.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1709.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1710.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1711.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 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[Angels standing pat on offense ... for now]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/angels-standing-pat-on-offense-for-now.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You'd think the Halos have to do something now that Mark Teixeira won't be back, right? Wrong. Ken Rosenthal says it's not happening.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Source: DeRosa accepts Team USA invite]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/source-derosa-accepts-team-usa-invite.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs' Mark DeRosa has accepted an invitation to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, according to a major-league source.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1702.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1703.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1704.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 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 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1696.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1697.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1698.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 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[WELCOME MALIA & SASHA]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/welcome-malia-sasha.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Dear Malia and Sasha,]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1691.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1692.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1693.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 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[INDEX:Sports ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/index-sports-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Patrik Elias (EH'-lee-ash) and Zach Parise (pah-REE'-say) each had four-point nights to lead the New Jersey Devils to a 5-1 win over the Ottawa Senators. Elias led the way with two goals and two assists, while Parise had four helpers. Jarkko Ruutu (YAR'-k]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-20]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1695.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Mets to make push for righty Redding]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-mets-to-make-push-for-righty-redding.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Mets, trying to create additional options for their rotation, are attempting to sign free-agent right-hander Tim Redding, major-league sources say.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[White Sox staying true to youth movement]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/white-sox-staying-true-to-youth-movement.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[We laughed when Ken Williams said the ChiSox would stay young. Ken Rosenthal says Chicago's youth movement is getting serious.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Words to remember ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/words-to-remember-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[When Mike D'Antoni accepted the Knicks' job without giving the Bulls a follow-up interview, Bulls Chairman Jerry Reinsdorf granted a rare interview. He didn't disappoint. "I'm disappointed in him," Reinsdorf said. "I don't know what else we could've done.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1687.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1688.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 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 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1689.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it? 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it--1690.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's even worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1676.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Jeff Samardzija will be among the more interesting players to watch come spring training. After his July call-up, Samardzija spent the rest of the season in the bullpen and pitched creditably, going 1-0 with a 2.28 ERA and one save. He'll compete fo]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1677.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 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 2008-12-19]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1678.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The signing of outfielder Joey Gathright to a one-year contract was a signal by the Cubs. No, Gathright isn't the primary left-handed bat GM Jim Hendry has promised to deliver this spring. Nor is he going to replace Milton Bradley as Hendry's top choice t]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teixeira will get his payday, but is he really worth it?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/teixeira-will-get-his-payday-but-is-he-really-worth-it-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixeira is on the verge of a payday that would make even Manny jealous. But Ken Rosenthal is wondering if he's even worth it.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Here¿s the lowdown on Cubs¿ new outfielder ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/here¿s-the-lowdown-on-cubs¿-new-outfielder-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Three quick things to know about outfielder Joey Gathright, who agreed to a one-year contract with the Cubs on Tuesday:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Double for Sandberg]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/double-for-sandberg.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ryne Sandberg's managing career is taking another step forward -- and perhaps a step closer to Wrigley Field someday -- with his promotion to manage the Cubs' Class AA affiliate.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[I wish I had seen ... ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/i-wish-i-had-seen-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Unforgettable]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandberg to manage Cubs' Double-A Smokies 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sandberg-to-manage-cubs-double-a-smokies-1683.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg will manage the Chicago Cubs' Double-A Tennessee Smokies in 2009.The Southern League team announced Wednesday that Sandberg is moving up from the Cubs' Class-A Peoria Chiefs, which Sanberg has managed the past two seasons.Sandb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Once Teixeira signs, others likely to get deals fast]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/once-teixeira-signs-others-likely-to-get-deals-fast.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Mark Teixiera is holding up the free agent market all by himself. Once he signs, Ken Rosenthal says others will follow in a hurry.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sandberg to manage Cubs' Double-A Smokies]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sandberg-to-manage-cubs-double-a-smokies.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg will manage the Chicago Cubs' Double-A Tennessee Smokies in 2009.The Southern League team announced Wednesday that Sandberg is moving up from the Cubs' Class-A Peoria Chiefs, which Sanberg has managed the past two seasons.Sandb]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[The best games we covered ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/the-best-games-we-covered-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Success in black]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs make quick strike]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-make-quick-strike.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed free-agent speedster Joey Gathright to a one-year, $800,000 deal Tuesday, giving them one more option in a crowded outfield picture.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A novel approach to the Billy Goat curse ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-novel-approach-to-the-billy-goat-curse-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Could a comic book break the Billy Goat curse?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gathright signing puts Pie future in doubt ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/gathright-signing-puts-pie-future-in-doubt-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs just signed a guy who's so fast, he already has run past Felix Pie on the outfield depth chart and looks like he's about to run Pie right out of the organization.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1673.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry insisted his time at the winter meetings in Las Vegas wasn't a disappointment. "We didn't get off the plane and say, 'This is Jake Peavy week,'" Hendry said. "Nothing's changed." In other words, the Cubs' top priority remai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1674.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Joey Gathright signed a one-year, $800,000 contract with the Cubs. "He makes a lot of sense. He can play all three outfield spots. Our people think he's going to be better even in the National League because of double-switches and other opportunities]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1675.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 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 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1662.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry insisted his time at the winter meetings in Las Vegas wasn't a disappointment. "We didn't get off the plane and say, 'This is Jake Peavy week,'" Hendry said. "Nothing's changed." In other words, the Cubs' top priority remai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1663.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--OF Joey Gathright signed a one-year, $800,000 contract with the Cubs. "He makes a lot of sense. He can play all three outfield spots. Our people think he's going to be better even in the National League because of double-switches and other opportunities]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-17]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1664.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 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[OF Joey Gathright agrees with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/of-joey-gathright-agrees-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joey Gathright and the Chicago Cubs agreed to an $800,000, one-year contract Tuesday, three days after the outfielder became a free agent when Kansas City failed to offer a deal for 2009.Primarily a center fielder, Gathright has played five seasons in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gathright agrees to 1-year, $800K deal with Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/gathright-agrees-to-1-year-800k-deal-with-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Joey Gathright and the Chicago Cubs agreed to an $800,000, one-year contract Tuesday, three days after the outfielder became a free agent when Kansas City failed to offer a deal for 2009.Primarily a center fielder, Gathright has played five seasons in the]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs to play White Sox in Las Vegas]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-to-play-white-sox-in-las-vegas.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox will play two split-squad games in Las Vegas in March.The Cubs said Monday the teams will play March 4-5 at Cashman Field, home of the Triple-A Las Vegas 51s - a Toronto Blue Jays affiliate.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1658.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Gaudin, acquired by the Cubs in the Rich Harden trade last summer, avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2 million contract. The Cubs weren't happy with Gaudin, who hurt his back at the end of August and pitched poorly upon his return]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1659.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 04:55:12 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 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1660.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry insisted his time at the winter meetings in Las Vegas wasn't a disappointment. "We didn't get off the plane and say, 'This is Jake Peavy week,'" Hendry said. "Nothing's changed." In other words, the Cubs' top priority remai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks shedding salaries to go after more players 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/yanks-shedding-salaries-to-go-after-more-players-1661.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 04:55:12 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By shedding salaries like Carl Pavano's $11 million, the Yankees can add players and still cut costs. Ken Rosenthal explains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1652.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Gaudin, acquired by the Cubs in the Rich Harden trade last summer, avoided arbitration by agreeing to a one-year, $2 million contract. The Cubs weren't happy with Gaudin, who hurt his back at the end of August and pitched poorly upon his return]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1653.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 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 2008-12-15]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1654.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry insisted his time at the winter meetings in Las Vegas wasn't a disappointment. "We didn't get off the plane and say, 'This is Jake Peavy week,'" Hendry said. "Nothing's changed." In other words, the Cubs' top priority remai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[HOT STOVE RUMOR MILL ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hot-stove-rumor-mill-.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Fighting words]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks shedding salaries to go after more players 2008-12-14]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/yanks-shedding-salaries-to-go-after-more-players-1656.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By shedding salaries like Carl Pavano's $11 million, the Yankees can add players and still cut costs. Ken Rosenthal explains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Yanks shedding salaries to go after more players]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/yanks-shedding-salaries-to-go-after-more-players.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By shedding salaries like Carl Pavano's $11 million, the Yankees can add players and still cut costs. Ken Rosenthal explains.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy trade is far from dead ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/peavy-trade-is-far-from-dead-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A proposed trade with the Cubs for Padres pitcher Jake Peavy fell through this week during Baseball's winter meetings in Las Vegas. Peavy's agent, however, is confident trade talks could heat up again this season.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Bradley look to deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-bradley-look-to-deal.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs signed arbitration-eligible pitchers Chad Gaudin and Neal Cotts and center fielder Reed Johnson to one-year deals Friday while stepping up their pursuit of free agent outfielder Milton Bradley.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Other views: THE READERS HAVE THEIR SAY ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/other-views-the-readers-have-their-say-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Keep Santo out]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1649.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Mark DeRosa had his name come up often as possible trade bait at the winter meetings. DeRosa is coming off his second solid year with the Cubs, and he has one more year and a reasonable $5.5 million left on his deal. The Cubs need left-handed hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1650.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 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 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1651.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry insisted his time at the winter meetings in Las Vegas wasn't a disappointment. "We didn't get off the plane and say, 'This is Jake Peavy week,'" Hendry said. "Nothing's changed." In other words, the Cubs' top priority remai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs agree to 1-year deal with RHP Gaudin]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-agree-to-1-year-deal-with-rhp-gaudin.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Chicago Cubs and right-handed pitcher Chad Gaudin have agreed to a one-year contract and avoided salary arbitration.Financial terms were not immediately available on Friday.Gaudin was acquired by the Cubs from the Athletics as part of a six-player dea]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1640.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--INF/OF Mark DeRosa had his name come up often as possible trade bait at the winter meetings. DeRosa is coming off his second solid year with the Cubs, and he has one more year and a reasonable $5.5 million left on his deal. The Cubs need left-handed hit]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1641.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 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 2008-12-12]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1642.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry insisted his time at the winter meetings in Las Vegas wasn't a disappointment. "We didn't get off the plane and say, 'This is Jake Peavy week,'" Hendry said. "Nothing's changed." In other words, the Cubs' top priority remai]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Without DeRosa deal, Phillies consider Ibanez ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/without-derosa-deal-phillies-consider-ibanez-.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - The much-discussed trade that would have brought infielder/outfielder Mark DeRosa to the Phillies fell apart as the winter meetings broke up yesterday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peavy just wasn't a necessity]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/peavy-just-wasn-t-a-necessity.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs general manager Jim Hendry walked out of the Bellagio on Thursday essentially empty-handed. No big left-handed bat. No new leadoff hitter. No Jake Peavy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BASEBALL'S WINTER MEETINGS]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/baseball-s-winter-meetings.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tony Reagins checked out of the Bellagio without a deal for slugger Mark Teixeira, without a starter to fill out the rotation or a clear-cut closer, and without three triple-A pitchers who were plucked from the team's farm system in Thursday's Rule 5 draf]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Braves go 0-for-Vegas, but deals still possible ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/braves-go-0-for-vegas-but-deals-still-possible-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas --- Available later today at the Braves' team store: Shirts with the slogan "My team's brass spent four days in Las Vegas and all we got was this crummy T-shirt."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huntington: Pirates offer $4 million contract to infielder ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/huntington-pirates-offer-4-million-contract-to-infielder-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS -- General manager Neal Huntington this afternoon confirmed the Pirates' interest in signing free-agent infielder Ramon Vazquez.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chapter 11: Cubs¿ trials, Trib-ulations ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chapter-11-cubs¿-trials-trib-ulations-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Maybe this is a Tribune Company ploy.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Padres have but a few days to get deal done ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-padres-have-but-a-few-days-to-get-deal-done-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS ? There couldn?t have been a starker contrast.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wrapping up the winter meetings: National League]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/wrapping-up-the-winter-meetings-national-league.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With winter meetings done, Gerry Fraley sums up the state of the NL, where the Dodgers are still searching for starting pitching.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[An imposing figure  New York pays big for Sabathia ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/an-imposing-figure-new-york-pays-big-for-sabathia-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas - It gave new meaning to a "rude awakening."]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trade talk for Peavy slowing]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/trade-talk-for-peavy-slowing.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs are willing to trade Mark DeRosa to get a deal done for San Diego Padres right-hander Jake Peavy, but they appear unwilling to part with the pitching depth left-hander Sean Marshall provides -- even if it means they don't land the 2007 National L]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pads GM: Cubs' pursuit of Peavy is over]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/pads-gm-cubs-pursuit-of-peavy-is-over.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs' pursuit of Jake Peavy is over.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1624.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Fox is back with the Cubs. Fox, a reliever who has had multiple elbow surgeries, signed a minor league deal with an invite to spring training. Fox pitched in three games for the Cubs in 2008, his first action since 2005, when elbow problems end]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1625.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 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 2008-12-11]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1626.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a slow offseason careened toward the winter meetings, GM Jim Hendry was sorting his priorities.  No. 1 on Hendry's list, whether it gets done at the meetings in Vegas or afterward, is to land a left-handed bat for the outfield. The problem is, there ar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wednesday MLB winter meetings blog]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/wednesday-mlb-winter-meetings-blog.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Day 3 at the winter meetings started off with a bang as CC Sabathia found his new home. Who else will find work? Keep it here for the latest news and notes from Ken Rosenthal, Gerry Fraley and Ed Price. (All times ET)]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLB Notes: Wood to Indians, K-Rod signs with Mets  ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mlb-notes-wood-to-indians-k-rod-signs-with-mets-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With two teams to pick from in the American League Central, Kerry Wood appears to have rejected overtures from Detroit to take a deal with Cleveland.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's Jenkins' time]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/it-s-jenkins-time.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Perhaps now the Cubs retire jersey No. 31.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1616.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 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 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1617.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a slow offseason careened toward the winter meetings, GM Jim Hendry was sorting his priorities.  No. 1 on Hendry's list, whether it gets done at the meetings in Vegas or afterward, is to land a left-handed bat for the outfield. The problem is, there ar]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-10]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1618.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Fox is back with the Cubs. Fox, a reliever who has had multiple elbow surgeries, signed a minor league deal with an invite to spring training. Fox pitched in three games for the Cubs in 2008, his first action since 2005, when elbow problems end]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[J.P. crying poor in Vegas]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/j-p-crying-poor-in-vegas.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Besides the cacophony of sound from the casino, this is a much different winter meetings for J.P. Ricciardi.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs sale could be helped by bankruptcy decision]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-sale-could-be-helped-by-bankruptcy-decision.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[By keeping the storied Chicago Cubs baseball team and Wrigley Field out of its bankruptcy filing, Tribune Co. gains the freedom to run the team without having to constantly consult with a judge - and to continue soliciting bids for the Cubs and the stadiu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs say they're not close on Peavy deal]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-say-they-re-not-close-on-peavy-deal.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs maintain that they are "not even close" to a trade for Padres right-hander Jake Peavy and continue to mull a run at free-agent lefty Randy Johnson if the price for Peavy proves too steep.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuesday MLB winter meetings blog]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tuesday-mlb-winter-meetings-blog.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LA? NYC? SF? CC Sabathia has plenty of suitors. Ken Rosenthal and our MLB crew have the latest updates from winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hall of Fame teammates are irked by Santo vote ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/hall-of-fame-teammates-are-irked-by-santo-vote-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Ernie Banks, Ferguson Jenkins and Billy Williams expressed disappointment Monday that former Cubs teammate Ron Santo was once again denied admission to the Hall of Fame.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['ARGUABLY THE GREATEST PITCHER OF OUR GENERATION']]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-arguably-the-greatest-pitcher-of-our-generation-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Las Vegas --- He walked and talked in the most unassuming manner, acting as if he were just any old Greg. But the common-man demeanor stood in sharp contrast to the sheer brilliance and precision Greg Maddux produced on a pitching mound.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribune Co. files for bankruptcy]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tribune-co-files-for-bankruptcy.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Tribune Co. - owner of the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, Baltimore Sun and other dailies - filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy Monday, the first major newspaper publisher to take such a step since the Internet plunged the industry into a desperate strug]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, Phils approach Pads about Peavy]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-phils-approach-pads-about-peavy.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[At least two teams have expressed interest in Jake Peavy at the winter meetings.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tribune media company seeks bankruptcy protection]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/tribune-media-company-seeks-bankruptcy-protection.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Media conglomerate Tribune Co., smothered by $13 billion in debt and weak prospects for generating cash through advertising, on Monday became the first major newspaper publisher to seek bankruptcy protection since the Internet began siphoning readers from]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cards shift focus to free agent arms Pursuit of Peavy is off table as club considers shorter-term pitchers. ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cards-shift-focus-to-free-agent-arms-pursuit-of-peavy-is-off-table-as-club-considers-shorter-term-pitchers-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[LAS VEGAS - After briefly considering a dive into trade discussions for San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy, the Cardinals have instead embraced a seismic shift in their pursuit of a pitching makeover.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett 2008-12-08]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett-1615.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sources: Cardinals serious about Burnett]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sources-cardinals-serious-about-burnett.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A.J. Burnett finished the 2008 season in Toronto, but sources tell Ken Rosenthal the Cardinals are seeking the righty's services.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' wish list starts with left-handed bat]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-wish-list-starts-with-left-handed-bat.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The only clue Jim Hendry has revealed about his Las Vegas game plan is the well-known fact that the Cubs are searching for a left-handed hitter, preferably for right field.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Success starts at top]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/success-starts-at-top.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Leadoff hitters are best identified early and developed at the minor-league level. That's the reality behind the seemingly endless search for reliable ones in the big leagues, including on both sides ofChicago.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia to Red Sox isn't far-fetched 2008-12-07]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sabathia-to-red-sox-isn-t-far-fetched-1608.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The BoSox always try to stick it to the Yanks. Why not sign CC Sabathia then? Ken Rosenthal says he'd be a nice fit in Boston.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's gonna happen 2008-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/it-s-gonna-happen-1609.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs Chairman Crane Kenney said Friday he expects the team to be sold by spring training, and he shot down speculation that Tribune Co. would retain ownership of almost half the team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sabathia to Red Sox isn't far-fetched]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/sabathia-to-red-sox-isn-t-far-fetched.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The BoSox always try to stick it to the Yanks. Why not sign CC Sabathia then? Ken Rosenthal says he'd be a nice fit in Boston.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's gonna happen]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/it-s-gonna-happen.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Cubs raised prices on most of their seats for the 2009 season while freezing or slightly reducing the cost of others and adding another premium-level tier to the pricing structure.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[It's gonna happen 2008-12-06]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/it-s-gonna-happen-1601.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Cubs Chairman Crane Kenney said Friday he expects the team to be sold by spring training, and he shot down speculation that Tribune Co. would retain ownership of almost half the team.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1602.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Fox is back with the Cubs. Fox, a reliever who has had multiple elbow surgeries, signed a minor league deal with an invite to spring training. Fox pitched in three games for the Cubs in 2008, his first action since 2005, when elbow problems end]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1603.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 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 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1604.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2008 04:55:06 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a slow off-season careened toward the winter meetings, GM Jim Hendry was sorting his priorities.  No. 1 on Hendry's list, whether it gets done at the meetings in Vegas or afterward, is to land a left-handed bat for the outfield. The problem is, there a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chairman: Cubs to be sold by spring training]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chairman-cubs-to-be-sold-by-spring-training.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The chairman of the Chicago Cubs said Friday he expects the baseball franchise to be sold by spring training.Chairman Crane Kenney told the Chicago Tribune for a story on its Web site that the Cubs are going over the bids they've received and expect the s]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1593.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Fox is back with the Cubs. Fox, a reliever who has had multiple elbow surgeries, signed a minor league deal with an invite to spring training. Fox pitched in three games for the Cubs in 2008, his first action since 2005, when elbow problems end]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1594.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 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 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1595.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a slow off-season careened toward the winter meetings, GM Jim Hendry was sorting his priorities.  No. 1 on Hendry's list, whether it gets done at the meetings in Vegas or afterward, is to land a left-handed bat for the outfield. The problem is, there a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CC, Burnett in no hurry to make decisions 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cc-burnett-in-no-hurry-to-make-decisions-1596.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett are accepting all offers. But when will they actually sign? Ken Rosenthal has the difficult answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs staying low-key with bullpen moves]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-staying-low-key-with-bullpen-moves.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[While Bob Howry signed with San Francisco on Wednesday and Kerry Wood searched for a new team, the Cubs invited Chad Fox to spring training with a minor-league deal.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's still after Furcal, but may chase Big Unit too 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-s-still-after-furcal-but-may-chase-big-unit-too-1598.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's going after Randy Johnson sounds bizarre, at least until Ken Rosenthal explains why it makes so much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1586.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Fox is back with the Cubs. Fox, a reliever who has had multiple elbow surgeries, signed a minor league deal with an invite to spring training. Fox pitched in three games for the Cubs in 2008, his first action since 2005, when elbow problems end]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1587.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 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 2008-12-05]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1588.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[As a slow off-season careened toward the winter meetings, GM Jim Hendry was sorting his priorities.  No. 1 on Hendry's list, whether it gets done at the meetings in Vegas or afterward, is to land a left-handed bat for the outfield. The problem is, there a]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[CC, Burnett in no hurry to make decisions]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cc-burnett-in-no-hurry-to-make-decisions.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett are accepting all offers. But when will they actually sign? Ken Rosenthal has the difficult answers.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's still after Furcal, but may chase Big Unit too]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-s-still-after-furcal-but-may-chase-big-unit-too.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The A's going after Randy Johnson sounds bizarre, at least until Ken Rosenthal explains why it makes so much sense.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rockies Spring Training ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/rockies-spring-training-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[All home games played at Hi Corbett Field in Tucson, Ariz. Game start times are 1:10 p.m. unless otherwise noted.:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1579.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 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 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1580.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although obtaining a starting pitcher is not the top priority of the Cubs, general manager Jim Hendry won't give up on getting right-hander Jake Peavy from the Padres. The biggest obstacle, however, to adding any major players for 2009, is the budget. Aft]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-04]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1581.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Chad Fox, who missed most of the season following elbow surgery, returned to the Cubs as a minor league free agent. He had a 5.40 ERA in three games for Chicago this year before getting hurt. --RHP Bob Howry, a mainstay of the bullpen since 2006, si]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs, RHP Fox agree to minor league contract]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-rhp-fox-agree-to-minor-league-contract.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Right-handed reliever Chad Fox and the Chicago Cubs agreed to a minor league contract Wednesday.Fox was added to the Cubs' roster May 2 and was 0-1 with a 5.40 ERA in three relief appearances before a season-ending injury to his right elbow. That was his ]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[BRIEFING ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/briefing-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Blue Jays owner Rogers dies]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mets proud to be partners with Citigroup despite bailout ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/mets-proud-to-be-partners-with-citigroup-despite-bailout-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[NOTEBOOK The Mets' new ballpark is called Citi Field. And in spite of financial troubles that last month resulted in Citigroup's being awarded $20 billion in government bailout money, there are no plans to change that.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gutsy' Barea comes up big Guard's clutch 3 caps frantic rally, gives Mavs their only lead of game ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-gutsy-barea-comes-up-big-guard-s-clutch-3-caps-frantic-rally-gives-mavs-their-only-lead-of-game-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Los Angeles Clippers meekly went where they always seem to go - to another loss.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 suitors give second-round bids for Chicago Cubs]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/3-suitors-give-second-round-bids-for-chicago-cubs.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[At least three would-be buyers of the Chicago Cubs baseball franchise have submitted second-round bids to Tribune Co., according to newspaper reports.The Chicago Tribune, which is also owned by Tribune Co., and The Wall Street Journal said in stories late]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cubs' allure still strong]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/cubs-allure-still-strong.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Interest in buying theChicagoCubs remains healthy despite the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upon further review Lampooning the week in sports. ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/upon-further-review-lampooning-the-week-in-sports-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Nebraska beat Colorado 40-31. Last year Colorado won 65-51. When did NU-CU football scores begin resembling Nebraska basketball scores during the Moe Iba era?]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A's lose Van Burkleo to Seattle ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-s-lose-van-burkleo-to-seattle-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEATTLE -- TheSeattleMariners have hired A's hitting coach Ty Van Burkleo as bench coach.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1575.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Bob Howry, a mainstay of the bullpen since 2006, has likely seen his last days with the Cubs. The Cubs didn't offer the free agent reliever salary arbitration. They hope RHPs Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija can step in and fill the void left by Howr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1576.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 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 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1577.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although obtaining a starting pitcher is not the top priority of the Cubs, general manager Jim Hendry won't give up on getting right-hander Jake Peavy from the Padres. The biggest obstacle, however, to adding any major players for 2009, is the budget. Aft]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brewers schedule for spring is set ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/brewers-schedule-for-spring-is-set-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[The Milwaukee Brewers announced their spring training exhibition schedule Monday, including two games against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium after breaking camp in Arizona.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1568.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Bob Howry, a mainstay of the bullpen since 2006, has likely seen his last days with the Cubs. The Cubs didn't offer the free agent reliever salary arbitration. They hope RHPs Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija can step in and fill the void left by Howr]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1569.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 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 2008-12-02]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1570.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2008 04:55:09 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although obtaining a starting pitcher is not the top priority of the Cubs, general manager Jim Hendry won't give up on getting right-hander Jake Peavy from the Padres. The biggest obstacle, however, to adding any major players for 2009, is the budget. Aft]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1563.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Bob Howry, a mainstay of the bullpen since 2006, has likely seen his last days with the Cubs. The Cubs won't offer the free agent reliever salary arbitration. They hope RHPs Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija can step in and fill the void left by Howry]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1564.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 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 2008-12-01]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1565.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although obtaining a starting pitcher is not the top priority of the Cubs, general manager Jim Hendry won't give up on getting right-hander Jake Peavy from the Padres. The biggest obstacle, however, to adding any major players for 2009, is the budget. Aft]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Holiday gift for Baylor]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/holiday-gift-for-baylor.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thanksgiving week was a slow one around Baseball, but the trickle of transactions contained some really good news.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A holiday gift: Baylor back]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-holiday-gift-baylor-back.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thanksgiving week was a slow one around Baseball, but the trickle of transactions contained some really good news.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Looming arbitration may force everybody's hands]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/looming-arbitration-may-force-everybody-s-hands.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With Monday's arbitration deadline looming, Ken Rosenthal says we're set to find out how much the economy will affect this offseason.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anyone for Fun 'n' games?]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/anyone-for-fun-n-games-.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[A yen for change: You might have missed the fact theChicagoCubs, stung by their early exit from the National League playoffs, began their offseason chores recently by firing Japanese outfielder Kosuke Fukudome's English translator. Honest! But ChicagoSpor]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1560.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 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 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1561.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although obtaining a starting pitcher is not the top priority of the Cubs, general manager Jim Hendry won't give up on getting right-hander Jake Peavy from the Padres. The biggest obstacle, however, to adding any major players for 2009, is the budget. Aft]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1562.php</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Bob Howry, a mainstay of the bullpen since 2006, has likely seen his last days with the Cubs. The Cubs won't offer the free agent reliever salary arbitration. They hope RHPs Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija can step in and fill the void left by Howry]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1555.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 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[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1556.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Although obtaining a starting pitcher is not the top priority of the Cubs, general manager Jim Hendry won't give up on getting right-hander Jake Peavy from the Padres. The biggest obstacle, however, to adding any major players for 2009, is the budget. Aft]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-29]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1557.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Bob Howry, a mainstay of the bullpen since 2006, has likely seen his last days with the Cubs. The Cubs won't offer the free agent reliever salary arbitration. They hope RHPs Chad Gaudin and Jeff Samardzija can step in and fill the void left by Howry]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Talking Points ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/talking-points-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[1 TheNewYorkMets are building a new stadium that is supposed to be namedCitiField afterCitigroupbought the naming rights. Well, not so fast, according to a couple of New York City Council members. Now thatCitigroupis getting a federal bailout, the council]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thanks all around ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/thanks-all-around-.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Let's not forget the true reason for Thanksgiving -- killing turkeys as the governor of Alaska demonstrated in the viral video that is simultaneously gruesome and hilarious.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charges could hurt Cuban's bid]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/charges-could-hurt-cuban-s-bid.php</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2008 04:55:11 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[SEC charges that Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban engaged in insider trading, allegedly using confidential information on a stock sale to avoid more than $750,000 in losses, could strike him out of the running to buy Tribune'sChicagoCubs. The SEC's lawsu]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Death Notice: JANINE C. HAYES ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/death-notice-janine-c-hayes-.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Janine C. Hayes, age 75, a resident of Norridge, IL, formerly of Oak Park, IL, passed away Monday, Nov. 24, 2008 at Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge, IL, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.\]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-1549.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Anyone for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1550.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 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[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1551.php</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2008 04:55:10 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With right-hander Ryan Dempster back in the fold with a new four-year, $52 million contract, the Cubs will rearrange their pots on the stove. To the back burner will be the pursuit of San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy, and to the front burner will be the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kennedy chosen to manage Missions in '09 ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/kennedy-chosen-to-manage-missions-in-09-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Terry Kennedy, the Missions' hitting coach last season, will be the club's manager in 2009, the San Diego Padres announced Monday.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[VOICE OF THE PEOPLE ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/voice-of-the-people-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Invest in America]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[vedder strikes out with corgan ]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/vedder-strikes-out-with-corgan-.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Random thoughts while wondering whether being on the cover of the new issue of Baseball America will be any sort of jinx for White Sox shortstop prospect Gordon Beckham:]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-1543.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Anyone for]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1544.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 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 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1545.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With right-hander Ryan Dempster back in the fold with a new four-year, $52 million contract, the Cubs will rearrange their pots on the stove. To the back burner will be the pursuit of San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy, and to the front burner will be the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1546.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mitch Atkins, the organization's minor league pitcher of the year, was among three pitchers added to the 40-man roster. Atkins was 8-1 with a 4.47 ERA in 10 starts with Class AAA (Des Moines) Iowa and 9-6 with a 3.76 ERA at Class AA (Kodak) Tennesse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-1547.php</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Contact]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1534.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 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 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1535.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With right-hander Ryan Dempster back in the fold with a new four-year, $52 million contract, the Cubs will rearrange their pots on the stove. To the back burner will be the pursuit of San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy, and to the front burner will be the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-25]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1536.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mitch Atkins, the organization's minor league pitcher of the year, was among three pitchers added to the 40-man roster. Atkins was 8-1 with a 4.47 ERA in 10 starts with Class AAA (Des Moines) Iowa and 9-6 with a 3.76 ERA at Class AA (Kodak) Tennesse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[A yen for change:]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/a-yen-for-change-.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[You might have missed the fact theChicagoCubs, stung by their early exit from the National League playoffs, began their offseason chores recently by firing Japanese outfielder Kosuke Fukudome's English translator. Honest! But ChicagoSports.com's Steve Ros]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-1538.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Contact]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants, A's leading Furcal sweepstakes 2008-11-22]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/giants-a-s-leading-furcal-sweepstakes-1539.php</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Need a shortstop? Rafael Furcal may find work in the Bay while the Pirates are discussing Jack Wilson. Ken Rosenthal has the latest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Let's play Two]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/let-s-play-two.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Thornton High School didn't have a basebALl team. Undeterred, Lou Boudreau started his own. The team organized by the future 24-year-old player-manager of theClevelandIndians played Bloom and other locAL nines on diamonds in and around Harvey.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[ 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/-1529.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[Contact]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1530.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With right-hander Ryan Dempster back in the fold with a new four-year, $52 million contract, the Cubs will rearrange their pots on the stove. To the back burner will be the pursuit of San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy, and to the front burner will be the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1531.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:55:08 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mitch Atkins, the organization's minor league pitcher of the year, was among three pitchers added to the 40-man roster. Atkins was 8-1 with a 4.47 ERA in 10 starts with Class AAA (Des Moines) Iowa and 9-6 with a 3.76 ERA at Class AA (Kodak) Tennesse]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2008-11-23]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-roster-report-1532.php</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 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. 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Ken Rosenthal has the latest.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Giants, A's leading Furcal sweepstakes]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/giants-a-s-leading-furcal-sweepstakes.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[It's looking more and more likely that Rafael Furcal is headed to the Bay Area to join either the Giants or A's, Ken Rosenthal says.]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chicago Cubs Notes, Quotes 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-notes-quotes-1517.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[--RHP Mitch Atkins, the organization's minor league pitcher of the year, was among three pitchers added to the 40-man roster. 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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 2008-11-21]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/chicago-cubs-inside-pitch-1519.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[With right-hander Ryan Dempster back in the fold with a new four-year, $52 million contract, the Cubs will rearrange their pots on the stove. To the back burner will be the pursuit of San Diego Padres ace Jake Peavy, and to the front burner will be the se]]></description></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free-agent market for pitchers is a dangerous place]]></title><link>http://www.cubszone.com/news/free-agent-market-for-pitchers-is-a-dangerous-place.php</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:55:07 GMT</pubDate><description><![CDATA[There's no shortage of free-agent pitchers to choose from. 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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