With only two weeks left until Opening Day, it’s time to provide an updated prediction for how the Cubs’ 26-man roster will look to start the year. There aren’t many changes from CHGO’s initial prediction last week, though the changes that were made do feel fairly significant. The biggest one features the young starting pitcher pictured above: Hayden Wesneski. Back…
Exactly three weeks from today, the Cubs host the Brewers for an Opening Day matchup at 1:20 p.m. at Wrigley Field. Like every year at the end of March, the weather probably won’t be anything special. But as for which 26 players make the trip to Chicago at the end of spring training for that Opening Day contest? That’ll of…
We made it…March is here! Opening Day is 29 days away. The CHGO Cubs Podcast has an exclusive sit-down interview with Cubs prospect Matt Mervis. Ryan talks with Mash before the World Baseball Classic. MLB Pipeline just moved Mervis up to the #7 prospect in the system. Can he impact the Chicago Cubs roster this season and how soon can…
MESA, Ariz. — Drew Smyly expressed multiple times during the 2022 season his desire to return to the Cubs in 2023, but with his contract only holding a mutual option for the year, it was going to take a new deal to make it happen. Smyly had to be patient after he declined the option. The Cubs had reciprocated the…
When Tucker Barnhart was a free agent looking for a new home, he turned to a friend and former Cubs pitcher who assured him Wrigley Field is a good place to try and rebound after a down year. “I leaned on Wade Miley a lot,” Barnhart said via a Zoom call on Wednesday about the veteran southpaw who spent an…
Heading into the 2022 season, the Cubs brought Drew Smyly into the fold to be someone they hoped could capably cover innings for a somewhat patched together rotation. Any unexpected success he had in his age-33 season would just be a bonus. He went on to turn in a fine performance last season, and now for the next two years,…
The CHGO crew can appreciate a solid weekend with the Cubs signing Dansby Swanson and Drew Smyly. now how will Jed Hoyer and Carter Hawkins finish off the roster. Plenty of holes to fill and just as many rumors. Plus, what happened on this day in Cubs history that forever changed the franchise? Sometimes, little moves can mean a lot…
With the World Series set to begin Friday, the Cubs may be just days away from their offseason truly getting underway. As many holes as the Cubs have to fill this winter, at the top of the priority list is going to be starting pitching. Yes, the rotation was exceptional in the second half to the tune of a 2.89…
The CHGO Cubs crew continues their offseason report cards. Today they turn their attention to Patrick Wisdom and Drew Smyly. Did they exceed expectations or did they fall short of a passing grade? Join Luke Stuckmeyer, Ryan Herrera, Cody Delmendo and Corey Freedman for answers to those questions and more on the CHGO Cubs Live Show. YouTube Replay Show https://youtu.be/I7p8x7xMYrQ…
The Chicago Cubs kicked off their series vs the Giants Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field. The Cubs took an early lead thanks to a 2-run homer by Yan Gomes. Drew Smyly had an excellent start, throwing 7 scoreless innings and striking out 8. The Cubs held on for a 4-2 lead. Join Cody, Luke, and Ryan on the CHGO Cubs…
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