MARCH 9, 2023 • THESTAR.COM
CHICAGO CUBS 83-79 · 3RD IN NL CENTRAL
83-79 · 3RD IN NL CENTRAL
Canada falls 11-7 in World Baseball Classic tune-up against MLB's Chicago Cubs MESA, Ariz. - Cody Bellinger had two RBIs, including a home run that kick-started Chicago’s late run to pull ahead and away as the Cubs defe...
Freddie Freeman on Dansby Swanson's transition, impact on Cubs: 'That's a winner' "All he knows how to do is win," Freeman said of his former teammate. "He cares about the game. He wants people to be good around him."
MARCH 9, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Wednesday's Transactions BASEBALL Major League Baseball National League CHICAGO CUBS — Agreed to terms with RHPs Adbert Alzolay, Javier Assad, Ben Brown, Jeremiah Es...
MARCH 8, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Sergio Alcántara - Drives in three, steals base Alcantara went 2-for-3 with a double, a run scored and three RBI in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Rangers. He also stole his first base of the spring.
Impact Alcantara had a nice game as he competes for a bench role with the Cubs. The 26-year-old joined the Cubs on a minor-league deal in December, so he's likely ticketed for Triple-A Iowa with the likes of Dansby Swanson, Nico Hoerner and Nick Madrigal ahead of him as middle-infield options. Alcantara is organizational depth with limited fantasy appeal at the moment.
MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Adrian Sampson - Tagged for six runs Tuesday Sampson allowed six runs on four hits across 2.2 innings in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Rangers. He walked two and struck out two.
Impact Sampson was hurt by the long ball, as three of the four hits he allowed left the park. The righty has now appeared in two games this spring and has given up 10 earned runs across just 4.1 innings. Sampson is in the running for the Cubs' fifth starter role along with Hayden Wesneski and Javier Assad, but the former could be falling behind due to his subpar play so far. The 31-year-old made 19 starts and two relief appearances for Chicago last season, posting a strong 3.11 ERA across 104.1 innings, so he could still turn things around in camp.
MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Luis Torrens - Goes deep twice Tuesday Torrens went 2-for-2 with two solo home runs in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Rangers.
Impact The power display was a bit unexpected, as Torrens had only three home runs in 151 at-bats with Seattle last season. However, the veteran backstop did go deep 15 times in 2021, so he has shown off some pop in his career. Torrens is likely third in Chicago's catching pecking order behind Yan Gomes and Tucker Barnhart, so his fantasy value will be limited unless he's able to move up the depth chart. He's on a minor-league deal and could start the year with Triple-A Iowa, though the Cubs may decide to carry three catchers in the early going.
MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Edwin Ríos - Hits second spring home run Rios went 2-for-3 with a solo home run in Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Rangers.
Impact Rios now has two home runs in 16 at-bats this spring to go along with a strong 1.118 OPS. The former Dodger is looking to secure a reserve role with the Cubs, and he could give the Cubs some right-handed power off the bench. Rios is unlikely to have a ton of fantasy value as a backup, though an injury or two to the team's regulars could improve his outlook.
MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Fiery Sampson determined to win rotation spot SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Adrian Sampson feels like he is close to finding his rhythm again on the mound. The Spring Training box scores may not of...
MARCH 8, 2023 • MLB.COM
Seager Continues Torrid Run While Jung Impresses in Rangers Loss to Cubs The Texas Rangers dropped their Cactus League contest to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday despite inspiring performances from Corey Seager and Jo...
MARCH 8, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Seager Continues Torrid Run While Jung Impresses in Rangers Loss to Cubs The Texas Rangers dropped their Cactus League contest to the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday despite inspiring performances from Corey Seager and Jo...
MARCH 8, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM
Brad Boxberger - Records second spring hold Boxberger pitched a scoreless inning with a walk and a strikeout to record a hold in Monday's Cactus League game against the Mariners.
Impact Boxberger has made three appearances this spring, and each one has been a scoreless inning with a strikeout. He's also recorded two holds. The veteran's spot in the bullpen is secure, though he could emerge as the closer if he continues to impress. Holdovers Rowan Wick and Brandon Hughes are also in the mix to close, along with fellow newcomer Michael Fulmer. It might be a committee situation, at least to begin the regular season.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Hayden Wesneski - Pitching well this spring Wesneski tossed 2.2 scoreless innings in Monday's Cactus League game against the Mariners. He allowed four hits and a walk while striking out three.
Impact Wesneski is now up to 4.2 scoreless innings this spring with seven strikeouts. He looked good in limited action with the Cubs last season, recording a 2.18 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 33 strikeouts across 33 innings in six appearances (four starts). The 25-year-old is competing in camp with Javier Assad and Adrian Sampson for the fifth spot in the rotation. Wesneski has certainly helped his cause so far, and he could be a sneaky fantasy option if he's making regular starts this season.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
How to Watch Cubs at Rangers: TV Channel, Streams, Lineups The Texas Rangers face the Chicago Cubs for the first time during Spring Training on Tuesday in Surprise.
MARCH 7, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Pete Crow-Armstrong - Slow start to spring Armstrong went 0-for-2 with a strikeout in Monday's Cactus League game against the Mariners and is now batting just .154 this spring.
Impact Crow-Armstrong is one of the Cubs' top prospects, though he's yet to appear above the High-A level, so he's likely still a few years away from the majors. The 20-year-old should still benefit from the experience against MLB pitching, and he'll look to hit the ground running in the minors this season. Crow-Armstrong will likely spend the bulk of the year with Double-A Tennessee.
MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cactus League report: Kyle Hendricks checks another box in his rehab, and the White Sox begin to trim the camp roster Regardless of when Chicago Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks is back in a big-league game, he was thrilled by how his shoulder felt after Monday’s...
MARCH 7, 2023 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Dodgers News: Anonymous LA Report Believes a Former Dodger Wasn't Doing Enough to Improve Dodgers personnel believe former infielder Edwin Rios wasn’t improving with the team
MARCH 7, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
Happ on impending free agency: 'I would love to stay' with Cubs MESA, Ariz. -- Last season served as an education for Ian Happ, who dealt with a constant swirl of trade rumors in the weeks, and months, le...
MARCH 7, 2023 • MLB.COM
When will former top prospect Brailyn Marquez get back on a mound for the Chicago Cubs? MESA, Ariz. — Brailyn Marquez’s winding road to get back on a baseball field continues to challenge the Chicago Cubs’ former top prospect.
MARCH 6, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM
When will former top prospect Brailyn Marquez get back on a mound for the Chicago Cubs? MESA, Ariz. — Brailyn Marquez’s winding road to get back on a baseball field continues to challenge the Chicago Cubs’ former top prospect.
MARCH 6, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Turner gets stitches after HBP in face, Judge clubs 1st HR
Boston Red Sox infielder Justin Turner needed 16 stitches after he was hit in the face by a pitch during a spring training game against the Detroit TigersMARCH 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Monday's Transactions BASEBALL Major League Baseball National League CHICAGO CUBS — Reassigned LHP Brailyn Marquez, C Bryce Windham, INFs Esteban Quiroz, Chase St...
MARCH 6, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Patrick Mooney: Kyle Hendricks says he feels great after... - The Athletic Kyle Hendricks says he feels great after completing the first of 10 bullpen sessions the Cubs mapped out before he progresses to live battin...
MARCH 6, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Kyle Hendricks - Not expected to appear this spring Hendricks (shoulder) is not expected to make any appearances this Cactus League, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports.
Impact Hendricks is doing well, though, having completed the first of 10 bullpen sessions the Cubs have planned as the pitcher makes his way back from last year's shoulder issues. He'll progress to live batting practice and then extended spring training games before heading out on a rehab assignment. The team hasn't offered a specific timetable for Hendricks' return to the big-league rotation, but he seems likely to miss at least the first month or so and perhaps more.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Borucki - Set for third spring appearance Borucki (forearm) is scheduled to make his third Cactus League appearance in Monday's game against the Mariners, Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports.
Impact Between his first two relief outings of the spring, Borucki gave up one earned run on two hits while striking out three in two innings. The southpaw finished the 2022 season on the Mariners' 60-day injured list due to a forearm strain, and after being removed from Seattle's 40-man roster in November and electing free agency, Borucki struck a minor-league deal with the Cubs in January. He's attending camp as a non-roster invitee and is hoping to win a spot in Chicago's Opening Day bullpen.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Miguel Amaya - Nearing spring debut Amaya (foot) took reps at catcher and hit during a simulated game Saturday and could make his Cactus League debut in the near future, LaMond Pope and Meghan Montemurro of the Chica...
Impact Amaya looks to be nearing the finish line in his recovery from the Lisfranc fracture he sustained to his left foot while playing at Double-A Tennessee in mid-September. The 23-year-old backstop, who had already missed the first three months of the season while recovering from Tommy John surgery, served exclusively as a designated hitter for Tennessee but was expected to be ready to handle reps behind the plate in the Arizona Fall League had the foot injury not nixed those plans. Amaya said that he felt comfortable while making throws behind the plate Saturday, and his foot presented no complications while he was hitting. Once he makes his spring debut, Amaya should be in the clear for the start of the minor-league season in early April.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
