There was a familiar face back at Wrigley Field on Monday for the series opener against the Cardinals. Almost exactly a year ago, on May 17, Christopher Morel was an emergency call-up from Double-A Tennessee, and he announced himself to the home crowd with authority. Pinch hitting for Patrick Wisdom in the eighth inning against the Pirates that day, Morel…
The Chicago Cubs finish off their 7 game homestand by taking 2 out of 3 vs the San Diego Padres. Cubs starter Hayden Wesneski got back on track with 5 innings and just 1 earned run. Nelson Velasquez and Eric Hosmer hit back-to-back homers! Plus, hear from Kyle Hendricks after his first rehab start in Iowa. It’s the CHGO Cubs…
It’s no secret this Cubs team isn’t necessarily built with much comeback potential, especially not when they’re facing large deficits. The focus of the offseason was on shoring up the starting pitching depth, adding a couple of backend bullpen pieces and putting Gold Glove-caliber defenders around the field. Run prevention, not run production, is what’s supposed to earn the Cubs…
The Chicago Cubs offense was sizzling hot under the LED lights at Wrigley Field on Monday. Hayden Wesneski struggled in his second start of the season, but the Cubbies had his back. Nelson Velazquez hit a grand slam to cut into a big Mariners lead and Dansby Swanson had 4 hits, leading the Cubs to a 14-9 win. The Cubs…
Cubs GM Jed Hoyer announced on Monday that the Jason Heyward era in Chicago is coming to an end (finally). The Cubs plan on releasing the veteran outfielder at the end of this season. How much of this decision has to do with the Cubs adding former Guardians slugger Franmil Reyes? Join Luke, Cody, and Ryan as they preview tonight’s…
The Cubs completed their first sweep of the season as they beat the Phillies 4-3 in Philly. Nelson Velazquez hit another homer, the Drew Smyly completed his best start of the season, and the Cubs bullpen held it all together win their fourth straight game overall. Luke, Jared, Ryan, and Cody break it down after their live watch along. YouTube…