NBA Commish: Owners Should Welcome Cuban Buying Cubs
When David Stern was asked by Bloomberg News what he would tell Major League Baseball owners about Mark Cuban, the league boss replied in an e-mail, "They should welcome him.
Scout: Samardzija Has 'Gossage Fastball'
Cubs' rookie Jeff Samardzija has been highly impressive in his first two appearances, prompting one scout to say he possesses a "Gossage fastball," comparing his late movement to that of newly minted Hall of Famer Rich Gossage.
Samardzija To Remain With Cubs All Season?
Jeff Samardzija was impressive in his big league debut with the Cubs, and he could remain with the club for the remainder of the season.
Cubs Recall Samardzija
The Chicago Cubs today recalled right-handed pitcher Jeff Samardzija from Triple-A Iowa.
Report: Cubs Invite Three Bidders To Next Round, Including Cuban
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Samardzija Could Get Call Up?
With Kerry Wood possibly facing another trip to the DL, the Cubs could call up Jeff Samardzija.
Bartman Turns Down $25k Offer For Autograph
Steve Bartman's friend Frank Murtha says that Bartman won't accept an offer of $25,000 for an autograph.
Cubs Fined $500,000
The Cubs on Tuesday were fined $500,000 by Major League Baseball for violations related to the 2008 draft, according to a report by SI.
Cubs' Wood May Be Headed To DL
The finger blister that forced Cubs closer Kerry Wood to miss the All-Star Game may also land him on the disabled list, according to an ESPN.
Soriano To Begin Rehab Assignment
Cubs' outfielder Alfonso Soriano will begin a rehab assignment on Monday with Chicago’s rookie league team in Arizona and is expected to come off the disabled list on Thursday, as reported by the Associated Press.
Soriano Takes Batting Practice, Eyes Return
Cubs' outfielder Alfonso Soriano took batting practice on Friday for the first time in two weeks and is hoping to make a return next week, according The Chicago Tribune.
Hurdle Names Sheets Starter
National League manager Clint Hurdle announced his lineup for the 2008 MLB All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium on Monday morning.
Marmol To Replace Wood On NL All-Star Team
Right-handed pitcher Carlos Marmol of the Chicago Cubs will replace his teammate, Kerry Wood, on the National League All-Star roster.
Blister Forces Wood Out Of All-Star Game
Cubs' closer Kerry Wood will miss Tuesday night's All-Star game because of a blister on his right index finger, according to The Chicago Tribune.
Wright Will Replace Soriano On NL Roster
Third baseman David Wright of the New York Mets will replace fan-elected starting outfielder Alfonso Soriano of the Chicago Cubs on the National League All-Star roster.
Holliday To Replace Soriano In NL Lineup
Rockies' outfielder Matt Holliday will replace Cubs' outfielder Alfonso Soriano in the National League All-Star lineup, according to The Associated Press.
Cubs Give First-Round Pick Andrew Cashner $1.54M Bonus
The Cubs signed first-round draft pick Andrew Cashner on Thursday, giving the RHP a deal that includes a $1.
Harden 'Very Excited' About Trade To Cubs
Pitcher Rich Harden is 'very excited' about landing with a legitimate World Series contender in the Cubs, according to The Associated Press.
Cubs Acquire Harden From A's
The Cubs have acquired pitcher Rich Harden from the Athletics in a six-player trade, as reported by the Associated Press on Tuesday.
Will The Cubs Pry Away Harden From Oakland?
The Cubs have spent a lot of time on the phone recently with A's GM Billy Beane trying to pry away right-hander Rich Harden, according to a Chicago Sun-Times report on Monday.
Giants' Lincecum Improves To 10-1
Tim Lincecum increased his NL-leading strikeout total to 122 with eight Ks in six innings and also singled in a run and scored from first, helping the Giants salvage a four-game split with an 8-3 win over the Cubs on Thursday.
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