Addison Russell is Starting at Shortstop Today, Starlin Castro Gets the Day Off

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Tough Stretch for the Offense, Down Series, Brown’s Role, Trade Target, and Other Cubs Bullets

Without a game today, I wonder if we'll find out exactly what's going on with the reported Luis Vazquez call-up, or if we're going to have to wait until tomorrow. I can talk myself into explanations that don't involve a...

May 20, 2024

REPORT: Cubs to Call Up Infield Prospect Luis Vazquez

A surprising report tonight ahead of tomorrow's off-day for the Chicago Cubs. Another infielder is coming up, and he'd be making his big league debut in the process. It's defensive stud Luis Vazquez, a guy whom many had been calling...

May 19, 2024

Enhanced Box Score: Pirates 3, Cubs 2 – May 19, 2024

The brutal, brutal run for the Chicago Cubs' offense continued today. It's really hard to win that way, and even harder to watch. Jameson Taillon was a touch better than his line today, without a lot of defensive help behind...

May 19, 2024

Pre-Gamin’: Pirates at Cubs (1:20 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

CUBS LINEUP — Well, the good news is that the Cubs have an off-day tomorrow and Dansby Swanson is targeting a Tuesday return from the IL. So no matter what, this SHOULD be the last day the Cubs middle infield...

Michael Cerami

May 19, 2024

Enjoying the Actual Walk-Off, Morel History, Leiter and Neris, Holy Brennen Davis, and Other Cubs Bullets

Despite everything, the Cubs are still three games up for the second Wild Card spot at the moment (and two games back in the NL Central). That's not a going-forward projection, it's just some context. The drama around the call...

May 19, 2024

The Pirates Can Be As Mad As They Like, But That Call Was Correct

If I were a catcher and wanted to record an out, I would simply not drop the ball. It's a jokey line, sure, but it's also correct in relation to yesterday's controversial conclusion. I think after seeing the replays of...

May 19, 2024

Wake Up and Watch Shota Imanaga Dominate and the Cubs Walk It Off

The Cubs pulled out a win in the bottom of the 9th yesterday, when Christopher Morel drove in Cody Bellinger to walk it off. The Pirates were undoubtedly displeased about the controversial ending, as it looked like Bellinger had been...

May 19, 2024

The Cubs Walk It Off on a Weird Play at the Plate!

Whew. That game was kinda dumb, but I tell you, the ending sure was fun. And also weird! So, to set the stage, the Pirates and Cubs' offenses could do nothing all day long. The game was still 0-0 in...

May 18, 2024

Brennen Davis FREAKING DID IT AGAIN! AND THEN HE DID IT AGAIN AFTER THAT!

This guy. What do I even say? I was already kinda buzzy when Brennen Davis homered again - a grand slam - for the fifth time in six games, and sixth time in eight games. THAT IS RIDICULOUS. https://twitter.com/IowaCubs/status/1791967453888598441 Truly...

May 18, 2024

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 1, Pirates 0 – May 18, 2024

What matters most is that the Cubs won the game. And it was a fun ending, too. So I'm happy. But I also do feel a little frustrated - or concerned might be the better word - as I'm sure...

May 18, 2024

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Who Won the Preakness Stakes in 2024? Full Results and Finish Order

It was a great weekend for horse racing as the 2024 Preakness Stakes provided an exciting race. Check out the results, winner, payouts, and more from the race. Seize the Grey Wins 2024 Preakness (Seize the Grey won the 2024...

Sam Russell

May 20, 2024

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Graduate Slaggert, Levshunov’s Coach Talks, Boeser Out, Worlds Updates, and Other Blackhawks Bullets

If you have kids of the 13-25 age bracket (if that's a thing), you undoubtedly know that it's graduation season out there. High schools, colleges and universities and 8th graders are all putting on the fancy clothes and getting the...

Tab Bamford

May 20, 2024

Schauffele won the 2024 PGA Championship

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Who Won the PGA Championship in 2024? Complete Scores and Results from Valhalla

Redefine the way you bet live with Rithmm AI Caddie. Dive into a new era of live betting, where every hole and every golfer is an opportunity, thanks to our AI's 1,000 simulations per hole. Discover a smarter path to...

Sam Russell

May 20, 2024

Tough Stretch for the Offense, Down Series, Brown’s Role, Trade Target, and Other Cubs Bullets

May 20, 2024

Guardians vs. Mets Probable Starting Pitchers – May 20

The Cleveland Guardians (30-17) and the New York Mets (21-25) face off at Progressive Field on Monday at 6:10 PM ET, beginning a three-game series.This contest's pitching matchup is set, as the Guardians will send Ben Lively (2-2) to the...

May 20, 2024

Blue Jays vs. White Sox Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Monday, May 20, 2024

The Chicago White Sox (14-33) hope to avoid their fourth straight defeat when they visit the Toronto Blue Jays (20-25) Monday at 3:07 PM ET on NBCS-CHI. The Blue Jays are listed as -204 favorites, while the White Sox are...

May 20, 2024

NHL Playoffs Anytime Goalscorer Bets and Odds Today – May 20

The NHL has only one Stanley Cup Playoffs Second Round game on its Monday slate -- continue reading for anytime goal-scorer odds for each squad.Watch the NHL on Fubo!Today's Top Anytime Goal OddsZach Hyman (Oilers) -125 to scoreOilers vs. CanucksGame...

May 20, 2024

Best MLB Prop Bets Today, May 20, 2024

In one of the 12 exciting matchups on the MLB schedule today, the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees take the field at Yankee Stadium.Keep reading and you'll find MLB player prop bets for each and every contest on...

May 20, 2024

Blue Jays vs. White Sox Probable Starting Pitchers – May 20

The Chicago White Sox (14-33) carry a three-game losing streak into a road contest against the Toronto Blue Jays (20-25) at 3:07 PM ET on Monday.The Blue Jays will look to Jose Berrios (4-3) against the White Sox and Erick...

May 20, 2024

Braves vs. Padres Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Monday, May 20, 2024

Marcell Ozuna, batting .323 this season, leads the Atlanta Braves (26-16) into a matchup with one of the league's other top hitters, Jurickson Profar (.335 AVG) and the San Diego Padres (24-24). Ozuna and the Braves are -125 favorites on...