NICK MADRIGAL NEWS

Productive in Friday win Madrigal went 2-for-4 with a walk, two RBI and two runs scored in Friday's 10-1 win over the Phillies.

Impact Madrigal was solid from the No. 9 spot in the lineup as the Cubs got production up and down the lineup. He started at third base in this one, and Chicago should continue to work in both Madrigal and Patrick Wisdom at the hot corner, while Christopher Morel could be an option there at times as well. The crowded situation puts a cap on Madrigal's fantasy upside, though he's a capable performer when he starts.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in lineup Wednesday Madrigal is not in the starting lineup Wednesday at Houston.

Impact Miles Mastrobuoni will make a second straight start at second base as the Cubs shuffle different names into the mix with Nico Hoerner (hamstring) on the IL. Christopher Morel is playing center field and batting leadoff while Cody Bellinger nurses a bruised knee. Patrick Wisdom is at third base.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to fill in for Hoerner Madrigal will start at second base and bat ninth in Monday's game against the Astros.

Impact Since Nico Hoerner landed on the injured list Friday with the left hamstring strain that had kept him out of the lineup since last Tuesday, Madrigal has settled in as the primary option at the keystone. He'll stick in the lineup for the fifth time in six games despite going 4-for-19 at the plate since Hoerner hit the shelf.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting again Sunday Madrigal is starting at third base and batting eighth in Sunday's game against the Marlins.

Impact For the second straight day, Madrigal gets the start at third with Patrick Wisdom on the bench. The latter has a .590 OPS over his past 12 contests, though he does have a team-high 11 home runs. Madrigal has better contact and base-stealing skills, so it will be interesting to watch what the Cubs prioritize moving forward.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Madrigal's two-run single lifts Cubs over Marlins 4-2

Nick Madrigal’s two-run single in the eighth inning lifted the Chicago Cubs to a 4-2 win over the Miami Marlins on Saturday

MAY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting at third Sunday Madrigal is starting at third base and batting ninth in Sunday's game against the Dodgers.

Impact The Cubs are using Patrick Wisdom in left field with Ian Happ getting a breather, so Madrigal will take over at the hot corner. Wisdom remains the team's regular third baseman, but his ability to play in the outfield gives the club some flexibility and allows Madrigal to see regular playing time. The latter has earned it with a .324/.359/.432 slash line across 37 at-bats so far.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Covering third base Madrigal is starting at third base and batting ninth for the Cubs in Friday's game versus the Dodgers.

Impact The Cubs are going with a right-handed heavy lineup against southpaw Julio Urias. Madrigal is off to a solid start at the plate this season as he sees the occasional start at third and second base, sporting a .323/.364/.387 line.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two hits, two RBI Wednesday Madrigal went 2-for-4 with a walk and two RBI in Wednesday's 12-2 win over the Athletics. He was also caught stealing.

Impact Madrigal batted eighth but was still able to put together a strong fantasy effort. He's now appeared in 12 of the team's 17 games, seeing time at both second and third base. Madrigal is batting a solid .345, though his ceiling will remain capped as long as he's in a utility role with the Cubs.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs score 4 in 8th, send Athletics to 6th straight loss

Cody Bellinger hit an RBI single to break a scoreless tie and ignite a four-run outburst in the eighth inning, leading the Chicago Cubs to a 4-0 win over the Oakland Athletics

APRIL 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hoerner's single in 10th inning lifts Cubs past Mariners 3-2

Nico Hoerner’s soft single off Matt Brash with one out in the bottom of the 10th inning scored pinch-runner Nick Madrigal and gave the Chicago Cubs a 3-2 win over the Seattle Marin...

APRIL 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steele, Wisdom help Chicago Cubs beat Texas Rangers 10-3

Justin Steele pitched six effective innings and Patrick Wisdom homered, helping the Chicago Cubs beat the Texas Rangers 10-3

APRIL 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting again Sunday Madrigal is starting at third base and batting ninth in Sunday's game against the Brewers.

Impact That's consecutive starts for Madrigal, who faced righty Brandon Woodruff on Saturday and will see lefty Eric Lauer on Sunday. It seemed like Patrick Wisdom, who started on Opening Day, would be the top option against southpaws, but it's Madrigal getting the chance Sunday. Edwin Rios should also factor in against righties moving forward, making the hot corner very fluid in Chicago.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making first start Madrigal is starting at third base and batting eighth in Saturday's game against the Brewers.

Impact Madrigal didn't play in Thursday's opener, but he'll take over at the hot corner for Patrick Wisdom on Saturday. It appears that Madrigal, Wisdom and Edwin Rios could all share time at third base this season, which could cap the fantasy value of all three players for the time being.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could mix in at third Madrigal is expected to be part of a timeshare at third base for the Cubs along with Patrick Wisdom and Edwin Rios, Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reports.

Impact Madrigal is likely to face "starters with great swing-and-miss stuff," while Wisdom and Rios figure to form a more natural platoon against certain lefties and righties. How exactly this shakes out remains to be seen, and it seems like Madrigal's playing time may be sporadic. However, the 26-year-old can also play at second base, so he may get more starts if he moves across the diamond for Chicago.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs mailbag: Javier Assad, Nick Madrigal and the Opening Day roster puzzle Assad looked so good against the star-studded American lineup that his confidence should be sky-high once he's done playing for Team Mexico.

MARCH 15, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

May hit leadoff on occasion Madrigal likely won't have an everyday role in 2023, though he could hit leadoff when he does play, Tony Andracki of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact Madrigal's path to an everyday role has become clouded with Dansby Swanson now in the fold and Nico Hoerner still around, though Madrigal should still rotate in at several positions. Chicago manager David Ross may choose to use Madrigal in the leadoff role from time to time, which would boost his fantasy value when he does find his way onto the lineup card.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

3 takeaways from Chicago Cubs camp, including Nick Madrigal's 1st Cactus League test at 3rd base Nick Madrigal admitted he felt some jitters before his first start at third base, but once he handled the first ball hit to him, he settled...

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Spring training preview: Storylines to follow at Cubs camp Spring training officially begins Tuesday for the Cubs, as they hold their first formal pitchers and catchers workout.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • SUNTIMES.COM

Madrigal on his future with Cubs: I'm not sure With Dansby Swanson on the roster as the Cubs' new shortstop, Nico Hoerner is moving to second base. That's Nick Madrigal's position, and th...

JANUARY 20, 2023 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Avoids arbitration Madrigal and the Cubs agreed on a one-year, $1.225 million contract Friday to avoid arbitration, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.

Impact The 25-year-old struggled to stay healthy in 2022, batting .249 with seven doubles, seven RBI, 19 runs and three stolen bases over 209 at-bats in 59 games with the Cubs. With the addition of Dansby Swanson this offseason, Madrigal does not have direct path to a starting spot in the infield, though he will likely rotate in and out of the lineup in a variety of spots including designated hitter in 2023.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs tender All-Star outfielder Happ contract for next year

The Chicago Cubs tendered All-Star outfielder Ian Happ a contract for next season, part of a flurry of moves

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cincinnati Reds host the Chicago Cubs Tuesday

The Cincinnati Reds face the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cubs visit the Reds for season opener

The Cincinnati Reds host the Chicago Cubs in the season opener

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reds look to break skid in matchup with the Cubs

The Cincinnati Reds aim to stop their six-game skid when they take on the Chicago Cubs

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reds aim to end 5-game losing streak, play the Cubs

The Cincinnati Reds look to end their five-game skid with a win against the Chicago Cubs

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS