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Clyde McCullough runs after a foul popup | Getty Images The Cubs played well this year — but didn’t do much to improve the team in-season. In 1952, the Cubs finished 77-77 — the only year between 1947 and 1962 that they didn’t have a losing record. (And they had to win four of their last five to finish at .500.) They got off to a great start and were 34-19 entering the … [Read more...] about A look at Cubs trades in the pre-expansion era: 1952

Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images A look at Heroes and Goats for the first half of the season. Emmanuel Clase was awarded the AL Reliever of the Year for 2024 after helping the Guardians reach the playoffs. Clase pitched in 74 games and allowed only 10 runs, five earned, in 74⅓ innings. This was a particularly and uniquely impressive season. He matched … [Read more...] about 2024 Heroes and Goats: Emmanuel Clase and the Guardians, part 1

Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should try to trade for Brewers closer Devin WIlliams. It’s Wednesday evening here at BCB After Dark: the hippest hangout for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. It’s so good to see you. The cover charge has been waived tonight. We can check your coat … [Read more...] about BCB After Dark: Should the Cubs trade for a closer from the North?

Photo by Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news, notes, and commentary, four days a week, rain or shine. Waiting for the clarity of light, we rest uneasy. WELCOME to today’s episode of Cub Tracks news and notes™, a greatest-hits collection of Chicago-style beat writers and bloggers, ground from #Cubs, #MiLB, and #MLB baseball, overheated, … [Read more...] about Cub Tracks’ shadow play

Roki Sasaki pitches for Japan during the 2023 World Baseball Classic | Sam Navarro-Imagn Images There are a lot of positives in the Cubs’ favor. It’s been widely assumed that whenever the Chiba Lotte Marines of Japan’s NPB post Roki Sasaki so he can come to MLB next year, he’ll sign with the Dodgers. Or if not, perhaps the Padres. This posting isn’t likely to happen for … [Read more...] about Here are several reasons the Cubs could be the destination for Roki Sasaki