Braves start pitching prospect JR Ritchie against Cubs amid rotation struggles

Braves turn to rookie pitcher ...
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Owen Murphy returns to Chicago to possibly pitch against hometown Cubs

I’m just kind of here filling a role,” the young right-hander says. “When they call my name, they call my name.” ...
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Chicago Cubs vs. Atlanta Braves preview, Monday 9/14, 6:40 CT

The Cubs open a set against a potential postseason opponent.

Chicago baseball report: Cubs’ Dansby Swanson nears return — and White Sox ‘in a good spot’ in playoff chase

After a 2-4 trip, the Cubs return home for a pair of series as they battle for a wild-card spot. The White Sox, meanwhile, ...

Pittsburgh Pirates at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions

The Pittsburgh Pirates and the Chicago Cubs meet Saturday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois. First pitch is scheduled for 2:20 p.m. ET.
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Chicago Cubs update: Alex Bregman, Michael Busch, Pedro Ramirez

Here’s who was hot and not for the Cubs over the past week.

3 takeaways as Chicago Cubs get swept, including their tenuous playoff positioning — and the bullpen’s woes

On Aug. 12, the day before the Philadelphia Phillies started their nine-game winning streak, the Cubs were 7 1/2 games up on ...

Cubs Skipper Sends Rare Dodgers Message After ‘Pretty Darn Good’ Move

Chicago Cubs skipper Craig Counsell has established himself as a trusted dugout leader, bringing the experience of his successful Milwaukee Brewers tenure to a team that has quickly returned to ...