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 http://www.foxsports.com
Quick Hits IT'S TIME FOR ... THE LEADOFF MAN... more Submitted on 2009-01-07
Marquis gone The Cubs finished off the Jason Marquis-for-Luis Vizcaino trade with the Colorado Rockies as expected Tuesday.... more Submitted on 2009-01-07
A mixed bag on Bradley 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.... more Submitted on 2009-01-07
Dunn would be smart alternative for Dodgers The Dodgers currently have their sights set on Manny, but Ken Rosenthal has a cheaper option that makes nearly as much sense.... more Submitted on 2009-01-07
Rockies acquire Marquis from Cubs 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... more Submitted on 2009-01-07
COACHING CRAPSHOOT - TEAMS KNOW IF THEY'VE ROLLED A WINNER ONLY AFTER THEY ADD 'EM UP 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... more Submitted on 2009-01-06
Chicago Cubs Roster Report 2009-01-06 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... more Submitted on 2009-01-06
Chicago Cubs Inside Pitch 2009-01-06 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... more Submitted on 2009-01-06
