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Series Preview: Astros v. Cubs, September 6 – September 8, 2010

Series Preview: Astros v. Cubs, September 6 – September 8, 2010

By Brett on September 6, 2010

It’s Series Preview time again, as the Chicago Cubs welcome the streaking Houston Astros to Wrigley Field for a three-game set. Not unlike the Cubs, the Astros keep winning, but it keeps not mattering. Time for the Series Preview: The idea is to hook you up with the bare minimum of what you need to [...]

Posted in Series Previews | Tagged Aramis Ramirez, Astros, Carlos Silva, Chicago Cubs, Dodgers, Phillies, Pirates, Randy Wells | 1 Response

The Chicago Cubs Will Sign Adam Dunn if Marlon Byrd Has His Way

The Chicago Cubs Will Sign Adam Dunn if Marlon Byrd Has His Way

By Brett on August 31, 2010

With a gaping hole at first base, left vacated by Derrek Lee who was traded to the Atlanta Braves two weeks ago after manning the spot for almost seven seasons, speculation as to whom will be the next first baseman is bound to bandy about for the next few months. So I guess I’m saying [...]

Posted in Chicago Cubs Rumors | Tagged Braves, Chicago Cubs, Derrek Lee, Dodgers, Nationals | 4 Responses

Series Preview: Padres v. Cubs, August 16 – 19, 2010

Series Preview: Padres v. Cubs, August 16 – 19, 2010

By Brett on August 16, 2010

It’s series preview time again as the Chicago Cubs welcome the best team in the National League to Wrigley Field. So bring it on Braves… er… Dodgers … er Cardinals? Giants? Wait. San Diego Padres? Um, what? A refresher on the series preview here at Bleacher Nation: The idea is to hook you up with [...]

Posted in Series Previews | Tagged Braves, Brewers, Cardinals, Carlos Silva, Carlos Zambrano, Chicago Cubs, Dodgers, Giants, Padres, Randy Wells, Reds, Starlin Castro | 1 Response

Ryan Dempster Misses Ted Lilly

Ryan Dempster Misses Ted Lilly

By Brett on August 5, 2010

When the Chicago Cubs traded Ted Lilly to the Los Angeles Dodgers last week, Ryan Dempster became the unquestioned number one in the Chicago Cubs’ rotation. But despite that nominal accolade, Ryan Dempster wishes Lilly was still around. He misses the bulldog. ”With Teddy, I always appreciated him every day for what a teammate he [...]

Posted in Chicago Cubs News | Tagged Brewers, Cardinals, Chicago Cubs, Dodgers, Ryan Dempster, Ted Lilly | 3 Responses

Ted Lilly and Ryan Theriot Have Been Traded to the Dodgers

Ted Lilly and Ryan Theriot Have Been Traded to the Dodgers

By Brett on July 31, 2010

Per multiple reports, the Chicago Cubs have traded pitcher Ted Lilly and second baseman Ryan Theriot to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Part of the return is expected to be second baseman Blake DeWitt, but no word yet on dollars and the rest of the return. We’ll keep you posted. UPDATE: Looks like the Cubs are [...]

Posted in Chicago Cubs News | Tagged Chicago Cubs, Dodgers, Ryan Theriot, Ted Lilly | 24 Responses

Lukewarm Stove: Dodgers Want Ted Lilly AND Ryan Theriot

Lukewarm Stove: Dodgers Want Ted Lilly AND Ryan Theriot

By Brett on July 30, 2010

With trade partners dwindling, the Chicago Cubs might be able to package two of their movable parts together in one deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers are talking to the Cubs about a trade for both left-hander Ted Lilly and second baseman Ryan Theriot, according to a major-league source. It is not known [...]

Posted in Chicago Cubs Rumors | Tagged Chicago Cubs, Dodgers, Royals, Ryan Theriot, Ted Lilly | 1 Response

Obsessive Ted Lilly Trade Watch: Might Have to Cross Phillies Off the List

Obsessive Ted Lilly Trade Watch: Might Have to Cross Phillies Off the List

By Brett on July 29, 2010

Late yesterday, a rumor started circulating that the Cubs and Phillies had agreed to swap lefties Ted Lilly and JA Happ, but it seems to have died on the vine. Whether it was because of Ted Lilly’s partial no-trade clause (which includes the Phillies), or because there wasn’t anything to the rumor in the first [...]

Posted in Chicago Cubs Rumors, MLB News and Rumors | Tagged Astros, Dodgers, Mets, Phillies, Ted Lilly, Twins | 1 Response

Obsessive Ted Lilly Trade Watch: Bundle of Rumors

Obsessive Ted Lilly Trade Watch: Bundle of Rumors

By Brett on July 28, 2010

A trio of rumors has popped up on Twitter regarding the Cubs’ efforts to deal Ted Lilly: The market for Lilly has picked up, according to Stark. The Tigers are involved, and so are the Dodgers, Twins and Phillies. The Phillies have inquired on Lilly, according to Rosenthal. Ed Price of AOL FanHouse hears rumblings [...]

Posted in Chicago Cubs Rumors | Tagged Dodgers, Mets, Phillies, Ted Lilly, Tigers, Twins

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