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Cubs President Theo Epstein speaks at his season-ending news conference Sept. 30, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Cubs cutting staff in their scouting and development departments after the season, sources say

August 26, 2020 at 6:02 p.m.

The loss of revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on the Chicago Cubs scouting and player development departments. Two sources confirmed Wednesday that the Cubs told several...

Chicago Cubs reliever Craig Kimbrel (46) departs the game in the eighth inning Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020, at Wrigley Field. The Cubs defeated the White Sox 2-1.

Cubs Q&A: What’s wrong with the offense? And what areas need addressing before the trade deadline?

August 26, 2020 at 12:20 p.m.

The Tribune's Mark Gonzales answers readers' questions about issues on the Chicago Cubs roster, last week's offensive struggles and trade considerations. Q: Are there issues in the clubhouse or a...

Chicago Cubs pitcher Tyler Chatwood walks to the dugout after being relieved in the second inning against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2020.

Tyler Chatwood’s control problems return in the Cubs’ 7-1 loss to the Tigers

August 26, 2020 at 7:42 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs' preferred script went haywire Tuesday night, leaving them with a few days to sort out their rotation options for the rest of this 10-game trip. Tyler Chatwood's...

Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner works out at Wrigley Field on Saturday, July 4, 2020.

Cubs are taking advantage of Nico Hoerner’s versatility by shifting him around the infield

August 25, 2020 at 5:30 p.m.

Nico Hoerner has yet to play a full major-league season, but he offered some sage advice based on what he has learned in a short time span. "For any kids...

Cardinals players in the auxiliary dugout watch Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo at Wrigley Field on Aug. 19, 2020.

The strangest thing has been _. Zoom calls with coaches and athletes are _. 9 writers answer 4 topics about covering Chicago sports during COVID-19.

February 1, 2021 at 11:01 a.m.

It goes without saying that 2020 has been anything but normal. And like the rest of the world, the Chicago sports scene has been greatly affected — and altered —...

Cubs shortstop Javier Baez hits a solo home run against the Tigers in the ninth inning on Aug. 24, 2020, in Detroit.

Javier Baez homers twice and David Bote drives in 4 runs to pace the Cubs to a 9-3 victory over the Tigers — the 11,000th win in franchise history

August 24, 2020 at 10:39 p.m.

After weeks of frustration fueled by strikeouts and line-drive outs, Javier Baez provided the production the Cubs have patiently waited for. Baez's three-hit performance Monday night included a two-run home...

Chicago Cubs center fielder Ian Happ (8) celebrates his home run with manager David Ross in the first inning Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2020, at Wrigley Field.

David Ross is willing to ‘live and die’ with the Cubs’ inconsistent offense and won’t tinker with each hitter’s approach

August 24, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.

With the Aug. 31 trade deadline approaching, Chicago Cubs manager David Ross has accepted his team's fate through the lens of an inconsistent offense. "We're going to live and die...

Cubs relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel delivers to the plate in the eighth inning.

4 Cubs takeaways from the City Series, including David Ross’ commitment to a set lineup and the wise decision to pull Craig Kimbrel

August 24, 2020 at 7:03 a.m.

Here are four Chicago Cubs takeaways from the three-game City Series against the White Sox. 1. David Ross is sticking with a firm lineup. Cubs manager David Ross has no...

Chicago Cubs left fielder Kris Bryant can't make the catch on a ball hit by the Cleveland Indians' Cesar Hernandez in the fifth inning Aug. 12, 2020, in Cleveland.

‘We’re running out of time here’: Kris Bryant’s return from a wrist injury remains uncertain while Cubs offense continues to sputter

August 23, 2020 at 9:10 p.m.

Kris Bryant isn't sure how soon he'll be able to tolerate the pinching sensation outside his left wrist. Bryant does know, however, that time is running short for him to...

Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish delivers to the White Sox in the second inning on Aug. 23, 2020, at Wrigley Field.

Kyle Schwarber’s 2-run homer beats the White Sox 2-1 as the Cubs and Yu Darvish avoid a 3-game sweep

August 23, 2020 at 9:42 p.m.

Chicago White Sox first baseman Jose Abreu tied a major-league record Sunday by homering in his fourth consecutive at-bat, but the Chicago Cubs avoided further ignominy with an array of...

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