Is Jeff Samardzija a Headhunter? and Other Bullets

Is Jeff Samardzija a Headhunter? and Other Bullets

Some teams might think so. Dale Sveum dug Travis Wood’s performance, Bryan LaHair is working on his swing, and the Cubs still need pitching depth.

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 1, Astros 2 – May 22, 2012

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 1, Astros 2 – May 22, 2012

That’s eight losses in a row, folks.

Pre-Gamin’: Cubs v. Astros (7:05 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, etc.

Pre-Gamin’: Cubs v. Astros (7:05 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, etc.

Another day, another chance to put a stop to this skid.

God’s Wrath Watch: Welington Castillo to the Disabled List

God’s Wrath Watch: Welington Castillo to the Disabled List

The Cubs had to make a move to open up a spot for Travis Wood, and Castillo wasn’t going to be back any time soon.

The Upside of Awful: A Review of the Benefits to the Cubs of Sucking in 2012

The Upside of Awful: A Review of the Benefits to the Cubs of Sucking in 2012

Even if the 2012 Chicago Cubs continue to struggle, at least there are some benefits to the awfulness.

SchadenfReds: Aroldis Chapman Arrested for Crazy Speeding on a Suspended License

SchadenfReds: Aroldis Chapman Arrested for Crazy Speeding on a Suspended License

The newly-appointed Reds closer was caught driving the speed of one of his changeups, which is still too fast.

Matt Garza is Pissed Off with a Vengeance and Other Bullets

Matt Garza is Pissed Off with a Vengeance and Other Bullets

Garza vows to have a better outing next time. Travis Wood comes back up today, Bryan LaHair has to adjust, and Randy Wells is excited.

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 4, Astros 8 – May 21, 2012

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 4, Astros 8 – May 21, 2012

Et tu, Astros?