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How does Joe Maddon stack up against Hall of Fame managers? Check the numbers.
Joe Maddon's managing resume, in three charts
Photos of Cubs infielder Javier Baez.
Previewing the City Series with ESPN Chicago's Mike Murphy. Plus, Dodgers President Stan Kasten lays out the path to hosting an All-Star Game
Mark Gonzales has two guests on this edition of the Deep Dish Baseball podcast: original "Bleacher Bum" and ESPN Chicago radio host Mike Murphy and Dodgers President Stan Kasten.
Yu Darvish sharpens his pitching by staying in the strike zone more often
Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish is sharpening his precision with a higher swing-and-miss rate.
Cubs acknowledge White Sox improvement but need to take care of their own business
The Cubs aren't making a big deal out of their series against the White Sox, but they do know the South Siders have improved.
5 takeaways from Cubs-Dodgers series, including LA's dominance and struggles at second base
Here are five takeaways from the Cubs-Dodgera series, including the Dodgers' hold on the National League and the lack of production from the second basemen.
As the Cubs' grueling stretch rolls on, their road woes continue in a 3-2 loss to the Dodgers that ends a 2-5 trip
The Cubs' usually dependable rotation surrendered multiple-run leads during a 2-5 road trip, and the offense stagnated for extended periods.
Photos from the Cubs' 3-2 loss to the Dodgers on June 16, 2019, in Los Angeles.
Craig Kimbrel on schedule to join Cubs by end of June: 'It's not far off'
Craig Kimbrel will make his first appearance for Triple-A Iowa on Tuesday with the possibility of joining the Cubs by the end of June.
Rebuild vs. Rebuild: Comparing the 2019 White Sox with the 2014 Cubs
No two rebuilds are exactly alike, but it's easy to see the similarities and contrasts in the 2014 Cubs' and 2019 White Sox's progress.
Anthony Rizzo happy to share center stage with Yu Darvish after Cubs' 2-1 comeback win over Dodgers
Anthony Rizzo gave the Cubs a gigantic lift by launching a two-run home run off closer Kenley Jansen in the top of the ninth inning for a 2-1 victory.
Photos from the Cubs' 2-1 win against the Dodgers at Dodger Stadium on Saturday, June 15, 2019.
Cubs place Kyle Hendricks on the 10-day injured list with a shoulder injury
Kyle Hendricks' right shoulder injury could pave the way for prized prospect Adbert Alzolay to receive his first major league promotion.
Cubs infielder Addison Russell is not worried about his power outage: 'There's really no panic'
Cubs infielder Addison Russell hasn't been discouraged about his lack of power over the past two seasons.
The Cubs-White Sox City Series greatest hits, including the Kick, the Rant and the Punch
Before the Cubs and White Sox meet again Tuesday, here are some special moments from the last 21 years of the City Series.
Cubs' road woes continue as Kyle Hendricks struggles in a 5-3 loss to the Dodgers
The Dodgers rallied behind home runs by Matt Beaty and Justin Turner, and Rich Hill helped put the finishing touches on a 5-3 victory over the Cubs.
Photos from the Cubs' 5-3 loss to the Dodgers on Friday night, June 14, 2019 at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.
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'I didn’t even know we play them': Kris Bryant not exactly looking ahead to White Sox series
Cubs slugger Kris Bryant was amused by former roommate Dylan Covey talking up the White Sox-Cubs series next week.
Yu Darvish is regaining his confidence. Is he ready to sway Dodger Stadium doubters?
Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish is ready to convince Dodger fans Saturday night that he has improved since his 2017 World Series struggles.
Kris Bryant on getting hit by pitches: 'Do it with guys that know how to throw there'
Kris Bryant talks about getting hit by pitches on June 13, 2019: "I think if you’re going to go inside, and call pitches up and in, do it with guys that know how to throw there." (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)
Even after signing Craig Kimbrel, the Cubs remain on the hunt for bullpen help
Cubs President Theo Epstein remains on the hunt for bullpen upgrades even after singing closer Craig Kimbrel last week.
Kris Bryant has some advice for those seeking to pitch him inside: 'Do it with guys that know how to throw there'
Cubs Kris Bryant suggest that teams seeking to pitch inside against them use pitchers with better control than the pitchers who have nearly beaned him.
Jon Lester allows 3 home runs — his most since July 22, 2012 — as the Cubs lose to the Dodgers 7-3
The Cubs (38-30) fell one game behind the Brewers in the National League Central.
Photos from the Cubs' 7-3 loss to the Dodgers on June 13, 2019, in Los Angeles.
Ben Zobrist's return to the Cubs remains a possibility, Theo Epstein says
President Theo Epstein said there is some clarity that could allow Ben Zobrist to rejoin the Cubs before the end of the season.
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Cubs reliever Carl Edwards Jr. on the thoracic strain in his back
Cubs relief pitcher Carl Edwards Jr. discusses the thoracic strain in his back that landed him on the injured list on June 13, 2019, in Los Angeles. (Mark Gonzales/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs are facing a Dodgers lineup that is much tougher on left-handed pitching than it once was
The Cubs must contend with the improvements made by the Dodgers against left-handers.