Cubs Rumors: Marcus Stroman doubt, former White Sox gone, PCA dominance
Cubs Rumors: Marcus Stroman's recent history could cause him to opt in to $21 million player optionThe 2023 season has been a complete roller-coaster ride for Chicago Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman. At one point, Stroman was an ace, chasing a Cy Young and a big-time contract extension with the C...
2023-08-16 05:59
MLB Rumors: Mets-Reds trade talk, Cubs' Nick Madrigal showcase, and A-plus bet of the week
MLB Rumors: Cubs' Nick Madrigal showcase reeks of desperationThe Chicago Cubs may be trying to showcase Nick Madrigal ahead of the MLB trade deadline in a move that feels more desperate than shrewd.According to The Athletic's Patrick Mooney (subscription required), one reason the Cub...
2023-06-15 08:47
Cubs: Don't fall for Nick Madrigal's latest fools gold
Nick Madrigal has been on fire since the Cubs demoted him to Triple-A. However, history suggests they shouldn't buy his success ... yet.For years now, Nick Madrigal has brought a very specific set of skills to a Major League Baseball field. He is a light-hitting middle infielder who has one...
2023-06-06 09:26
Craig Kimbrel trade regrade: Cubs big advantage over White Sox is gone
The Chicago Cubs traded Craig Kimbrel to the Chicago White Sox back in 2021. Initially the move looked like a win-win, but is that still the case with Nick Madrigal's struggles?A crosstown trade between the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs is rare, but in recent history it's involved...
2023-05-26 04:54