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- Cubs Roster Moves: Wisdom and Taillon Are Back, Wesneski and Mastrobuoni Are Out
- Tonight’s Cubs-Marlins Game Has Been Postponed
- MLBits: Paul Skenes Could Make His MLB Debut Any Day (But Probably Won’t), Red-Hot Orioles, Houck’s Maddux, More
- Back to Wrigley: Cubs vs Marlins – Series Preview
- Cubs Farm Report | April 18, 2024: Caissie, Alcántara Go Yard, South Bend and Myrtle Beach Smoked, More
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Cubs Roster Moves: Wisdom and Taillon Are Back, Wesneski and Mastrobuoni Are Out
Even with tonight's rainout, the Chicago Cubs are still making some roster moves. When Patrick Wisdom was removed (perfectly healthy) from the I-Cubs game in the 4th inning on Wednesday, we had an idea of what was coming next. When...
Apr 18, 2024
Tonight’s Cubs-Marlins Game Has Been Postponed
The weather wasn't going to cooperate for Jameson Taillon's season debut, and tonight's Cubs-Marlins tilt has been postponed. The game will instead be part of a split-doubleheader this Saturday, with the first game at 1:20pm CT and the second at...
Apr 18, 2024
MLBits: Paul Skenes Could Make His MLB Debut Any Day (But Probably Won’t), Red-Hot Orioles, Houck’s Maddux, More
If you're into tracking young pitchers with star potential like I am—as I watch Jack Leiter's debut while typing this column—then you're probably itching to see Pirates top prospect Paul Skenes make his way to Pittsburgh sooner than later. While...
Apr 18, 2024
Back to Wrigley: Cubs vs Marlins – Series Preview
Cubs vs Marlins — Whew! The Cubs got through their first West Coast road trip of the year, and did so with a winning record (5-4) against the Padres, Mariners, and Diamondbacks. They definitely let a couple games slip out...
Apr 18, 2024
Taillon Coming Back, Busch’s Integrity and Success, Bad News for the White Sox, Wicks, Hendricks, and Other Cubs Bullets
As the father of a toddler who was sick for an entire week — the same week Brett was out from his back surgery and the Cubs were playing almost exclusively late-night ballgames on the West Coast — I was...
Apr 18, 2024
Cubs Farm Report | April 18, 2024: Caissie, Alcántara Go Yard, South Bend and Myrtle Beach Smoked, More
Kevin Alcántara hit his first home run of the season for the Tennessee Smokies last night, and Owen Caissie hit his first Triple-A home run for the Iowa Cubs as Iowa and Tennessee secured victories. The same can't be said...
Apr 18, 2024
Cody Bellinger Sticking With Scott Boras
Given the way the offseason played out for super agent Scott Boras's top available clients - Cody Bellinger, Matt Chapman, Blake Snell, and Jordan Montgomery - you wouldn't be shocked to see some unhappiness behind the scenes. Did Boras overplay...
Apr 18, 2024
You’ll Be Even More Impressed with Hayden Wesneski, When You Hear What it Took to Get Him to Arizona
Hayden Wesneski was the hero of yesterday's finale and series-win over the Arizona Diamondbacks, coming in to clean up Jordan Wicks' (little) mess in the 5th ... and then tossing 4 shutout innings to save an over-used bullpen and help...
Apr 18, 2024
Offseason Cubs Target Robert Stephenson Now Out for the Year
Hand up, I really wanted the Cubs to sign reliever Robert Stephenson this offseason. I felt like they could use one more impact arm (accurate), and I felt like Stephenson was one of the best available (about that ... )....
Apr 18, 2024
Rays Closer Pete Fairbanks With a Wonderful and Brutally Honest Line About His Performance
Rays closer Pete Fairbanks has been an extremely effective reliever the last four years, posting a 2.66 ERA from 2020 through 2023, with a 34.8% K rate and worth 4.1 WAR. But things have started out much more rough for...
Apr 18, 2024
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Nick Foligno Calls Out Blackhawks Teammates, Says Changes Are Needed
The Blackhawks put the worst regular season of more than 70 games in the history of the franchise to bed on Thursday night in a manner that sums up the season fairly well. Connor Murphy was banged up and Nikita...
Apr 19, 2024
2024 NBA Playoffs Odds: Mavs vs Clippers Odds to Win Series, Spreads, Lines
It's a first-round matchup with a history of fireworks! The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Clippers lock horns once again in the NBA Playoffs. This year marks the third time in five years these two teams meet in the opening...
Apr 19, 2024
2024 NBA Playoffs Odds: Pacers vs Bucks Odds to Win Series, Spreads, Lines
The NBA Playoffs are here, and the Eastern Conference first-round ignites with a clash of styles. The Indiana Pacers, boasting the league's top-scoring offense, bring their high-octane attack to Milwaukee to face the experienced Bucks. Giannis Antetokounmpo's status adds further...
Apr 18, 2024
Pirates vs. Red Sox: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch
On Friday at 6:40 PM ET, Bryan Reynolds and the Pittsburgh Pirates (11-8) take on Jarren Duran and the Boston Red Sox (10-10) at PNC Park.Find out how to watch the Pittsburgh-Boston matchup below.When is Pirates vs. Red Sox and...
Apr 18, 2024
Padres vs. Blue Jays: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch
Fernando Tatis Jr. and the San Diego Padres (11-10) host George Springer and the Toronto Blue Jays (10-9) at 9:40 PM ET on Friday.If you're intending to watch this game, keep reading for TV and streaming options for the San...
Apr 18, 2024
Giants vs. Diamondbacks: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch
Blake Snell will take the ball for the San Francisco Giants (8-11) when they host starter Jordan Montgomery and the Arizona Diamondbacks (9-10) on Friday, with first pitch at 10:15 PM ET.If you're planning on watching this game, keep reading...
Apr 18, 2024
Dodgers vs. Mets: Start Time, Streaming Live, TV Channel, How to Watch
In a series opener on Friday, Mookie Betts and the Los Angeles Dodgers (12-9) face Pete Alonso and the New York Mets (10-8), with first pitch scheduled for 10:10 PM ET at Dodger Stadium.Keep reading to find out how to...
Apr 18, 2024
Minnesota Twins vs. Detroit Tigers Series April 19-21: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions
On Friday, April 19 at 8:10 PM ET, a three-game series featuring the Minnesota Twins and the visiting Detroit Tigers will begin.Twins vs. Tigers Series Info Tigers @ Twins Time: Friday, April 19 at 8:10 PM ET Twins Starting Pitcher:...
Apr 18, 2024
St. Louis Cardinals vs. Milwaukee Brewers Series April 19-21: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions
A three-game series featuring the St. Louis Cardinals and the visiting Milwaukee Brewers will begin on Friday, April 19 at 8:15 PM ET.Cardinals vs. Brewers Series Info Brewers @ Cardinals Time: Friday, April 19 at 8:15 PM ET Cardinals Starting...
Apr 18, 2024
Kansas City Royals vs. Baltimore Orioles Series April 19-21: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions
The Baltimore Orioles will be on the road, opening a three-game set against the Kansas City Royals on Friday, April 19 at 7:40 PM ET.Royals vs. Orioles Series Info Orioles @ Royals Time: Friday, April 19 at 7:40 PM ET...
Apr 18, 2024
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