Major League Baseball has canceled a two-game series in London between the Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals because of the coronavirus pandemic. The teams had been scheduled to play at Olympic Stadium on June 13-14. Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred made the announcement in a memorandum sent to MLB employees on Wednesday. MLB said March 19 that it had…

Two employees of the Chicago Cubs tested positive for the novel coronavirus after attending a training session at Wrigley Field in early March, the team confirmed Sunday. According to a team spokesman, the two individuals participated in a March 8 training session in the premier seating clubs inside the stadium. The positive tests were not returned until last week, more…

Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward is making a big donation to a pair of Chicago-area charities to help with efforts to provide relief during the coronavirus crisis in the U.S. Heyward will donate a total of $200,000 to a pair of organizations in the city, according to a press release. The outfielder will donate $100,000 to Mothers Against Senseless Killing,…

The Chicago Cubs have trimmed their spring training roster to 51 players, optioning four players to minor league squads and assigning seven others to minor league camp. Infielder Robel Garcia and pitcher Tyson Miller, both on the Cubs’ 40-man roster, were optioned to Triple-A Iowa, according to a press release sent by the team. Pitchers Manuel Rodriguez and Justin Steele…

The Chicago Cubs used a pair of ninth inning runs to end their Wednesday game with the Cincinnati Reds in a 6-6 tie at Goodyear Ballpark. Javier Báez drove in his third RBI of the spring, and Kris Bryant smacked his second double of the Cactus League season in the game. Ian Miller and Trent Giambrone both collected a...

After a cheating scandal that shocked the baseball world, the Houston Astros are going to be the target of plenty of criticism and jokes during the MLB season, and Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo joined in during a nationally televised game Monday. While batting in the third inning against the Los Angeles Angels, a mic’d up Rizzo was...

The Chicago Cubs were rude hosts Monday, capturing a 9-4 win in Mesa as Joe Maddon returned to Sloan Park for the first time since he became manager of the Los Angeles Angels. Kyle Schwarber’s bases-clearing double in the sixth inning gave the Cubs the lead for good. Victor Caratini also registered an RBI double in the frame, helping...

The Chicago Cubs have officially signed a total of 19 players to new contracts, the team announced Monday. The 19 players were all on the team’s 40-man roster, but have zero-to-three years of MLB service time. Highlighting the list are outfielder Ian Happ, who is currently competing with Albert Almora Jr. for the team’s starting center fielder job, and Adbert…

It may not be a regular season game, but Monday’s game between the Los Angeles Angels and Chicago Cubs will still be a noteworthy one for manager Joe Maddon as he faces his former team for the first time. Maddon, who helped guide the Cubs to their first World Series title in 108 years by capturing the 2016 Fall Classic,…

With Opening Day looming just 24 days away, the Chicago Cubs are beginning to ramp up their preparations for the 2020 regular season. The Cubs, currently 4-5 in Cactus League play so far this spring, may have a good number of their 26-man roster positions set for the coming year, but battles at second base and in the bullpen are…

Chicago Cubs reliever Brad Wieck had surgery this week for an abnormal heart flutter and is out indefinitely

Chicago Cubs outfielder Steven Souza Jr. worked his way back from a serious knee injury at the end of last year’s exhibition season

It was a rough start to the Cactus League season for Chicago Cubs pitcher Jon Lester, as he was roughed up for five runs and failed to get through the second inning in a 12-6 loss to the Colorado Rockies at Sloan Park. Only three of the runs Lester gave up were earned, but he was removed from the game…

Albert Almora Jr. hit his first home run of the spring, and Javier Báez picked up a base hit and a walk as the Chicago Cubs beat the Seattle Mariners in a slugfest in Peoria Monday afternoon. Almora drove in a total of four runs, and Steven Souza Jr. went 2-for-3 with two RBI’s and two runs scored as...

For the second straight day the Chicago Cubs got a home run from their starting catcher, but it wasn’t enough as they lost 4-2 to the Los Angeles Dodgers at Camelback Ranch in Glendale. Victor Caratini collected a pair of hits, including a home run, in his first start of the spring. Ian Happ also had a hit in...

Jason Kipnis joined the Chicago Cubs this spring for a shot at the second base job

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant is one of the team’s best hitters and baserunners, and as a result he could be facing a new task as the new season begins. On Wednesday, Bryant and Cubs manager David Ross confirmed that the team will try the slugger out in the leadoff position, attempting to plug a hole that has...

The Chicago Cubs and San Francisco Giants are pushing ahead with pay raises for minor league players this season, days after Major League Baseball mandated salary bumps beginning in 2021

Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts isn’t convinced bringing in more high-priced free agents during the offseason would have boosted Chicago. “Just because you spent a lot of money doesn’t mean you’re going to win. We’ve seen that in our own organization our last couple of years,” Ricketts said Monday. “The fact is, it’s not about how much you spend, it’s...

Javier Báez wants his Chicago Cubs to be better prepared this season

The Chicago Cubs missed the playoffs last season for the first time in five years, but despite an avalanche of rumors about potential change on the horizon, the team is largely unchanged from a year ago. What should Cubs fans keep an eye on this spring? What roster battles will dominate the headlines at camp? We tackle those questions and…

Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish says the Houston Astros should be stripped of their 2017 World Series championship

Saying that there were “no hard feelings” between him and the organization, Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant arrived at spring training on Saturday, emphasizing that he’s ready to move past an offseason full of rumors and drama. Speaking to reporters at the Cubs’ complex in Mesa, Bryant discussed the trade rumors that have swirled around him throughout the...

Bats cracked, gloves popped and the sun was shining. On a beautiful day in Arizona, the sights and sounds of baseball were back. Cubs pitchers and catchers don’t have to report to spring training until Tuesday, but many were hard at work Monday on the fields in Mesa. Position players don’t have to report for another week, but even...

After an arbitrator rejected a service time grievance filed by Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant, the head of the MLB Players Association expressed disappointment and praised the slugger for being willing to challenge the team’s stance on the issue. MLBPA Executive Director Tony Clark issued a statement Tuesday after the ruling became official, leaving Bryant under Cubs’ control...

New Era unveiled its new series of spring training hats for all 30 MLB teams on Tuesday, giving Chicago Cubs and White Sox fans a glimpse of what their favorite players will wear on the fields of Arizona in Cactus League play. Rather than employing a single logo, this year’s hats incorporate multiple logos into their design, with the Cactus…

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo was honored by his alma mater on Monday, as Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School renamed its baseball field after the slugger. Rizzo, who graduated from the high school in 2007, donated over $150,000 to help purchase lights for the field, according to the Sun Sentinel, and unveiled the lights on Monday night at the…

Music fans will have yet another opportunity to attend a concert at Wrigley Field this summer, as the iconic rock band Guns N’ Roses will play the Friendly Confines. The band announced dates for their upcoming stadium tour on Monday, and the group will hit Chicago on July 26 for a date at Wrigley Field. According to a social media…

The Chicago Cubs have reportedly lost another former player to the Cincinnati Reds, as reliever Pedro Strop inked a one-year contract with the team Thursday. Strop, who had pitched for the Cubs over the last seven seasons, agreed to a pact that will pay him $1.825 million for the 2020 season. Bonuses can raise that pay to approximately $3.5 million,…

Kris Bryant has reportedly lost his grievance against the Chicago Cubs seeking an extra year of service.

If you’re looking to make your sports plans for 2020, then NBC 5 has you covered, as we’ve put together a list of all the important dates for all of your favorite teams. Whether it’s the NBA All-Star Game in Chicago, the Cubs-White Sox series at the city’s ballparks, or the start of Bears training camp at their facility...

The Chicago Cubs have made an addition to their bullpen, reportedly signing reliever Jeremy Jeffress to a one-year contract.

The Cincinnati Reds have reportedly continued their aggressive offseason, signing former Chicago Cubs outfielder Nicholas Castellanos to a multi-year deal. The deal was first reported by C. Trent Rosecrans and Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic: According to MLB Network’s Jon Heyman, Castellanos’ contract will run for four years and pay him an average of $16 million per season with Cincinnati….

The Chicago Cubs made a trade on Tuesday afternoon, acquiring right-handed pitcher Travis Lakins from the Boston Red Sox. Lakins appeared in 16 games for the Red Sox last season, posting a 3.86 ERA in 23.1 innings of work. He struck out 18 batters and walked 10 in those appearances, according to a press release from the Cubs. In exchange,…

Theo Epstein understands the fans’ frustration. He feels it, too, at times. The Chicago Cubs went from 95 wins in 2018 to 84 last year, finished third in the NL Central behind St. Louis and Milwaukee and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2014. But when it comes to big moves this offseason, well, they have a new…

When it comes to Kris Bryant, or any other Chicago Cubs star on the precipice of free agency, president of baseball operations Theo Epstein is hoping for the best. He also is working on the alternative. That’s about all he can say at the moment. Keeping his cards close to his chest, perhaps more than ever before, Epstein said...

As a sign-stealing scandal continues to rock the baseball world, Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo and manager David Ross say that they support what the league has done to discipline the teams involved. The scandal, which was first reported last fall, originated with the Houston Astros, as accusations that the team used a series of signals, including banging on…

In an offseason full of trade speculation and conjecture over contracts, Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo said the team is going into “cliché” mode and trying to only focus on the things they can control on the field. Speaking at the annual Cubs Caravan event on Thursday, Rizzo discussed trade rumors swirling around third baseman Kris Bryant, and said…

The Chicago Cubs have announced their minor league managers and coordinators for the 2020 season.   Single-A: The short-season Eugene Emeralds will be managed by Lance Rymel, who is entering his fifth season in the Cubs’ organization. The South Bend Cubs will be managed by Buddy Bailey, who is entering his second year with the team. The minor-league Cubs are…

The Chicago White Sox have been on a spending spree this offseason, and they’ve their wallets again as they’ve signed reliever Steve Cishek to a contract. The deal was first reported earlier this month by ESPN’s Jeff Passan: The contract is a 1-year pact worth $6 million, with an option for a second year that could take the total...

The Chicago Cubs have sent utilityman Tony Kemp to the Oakland Athletics in exchange for a prospect on Monday, the team said. In exchange, the Cubs received minor league first baseman Alfonso Rivas. The 23-year-old was a fourth-round pick of the A’s in the 2018 MLB Draft out of Arizona. In 122 games last season between Single-A Stockton and Triple-A…

Third baseman Kris Bryant avoided arbitration with the Chicago Cubs, agreeing Friday to an $18.6 million, one-year contract, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the deal had not been announced. Bryant got a significant boost from the $12.9 million he earned last year. Chicago also agreed to…

The attorney for a 2-year-old girl struck by a foul ball during a Houston Astros game at Minute Maid Park continues to receive anti-seizure medication seven months after suffering a brain injury that could leave her at risk of seizures for life. Richard Mithoff told the Houston Chronicle that the child’s brain injury is permanent and has left effects similar...

A 2-year-old girl struck by a foul ball during a Houston Astros game at Minute Maid Park continues to receive anti-seizure medication seven months after suffering a brain injury that could leave her at risk of seizures for life, an attorney for her family said.

The Chicago White Sox have been on a spending spree this offseason, and they’ve apparently opened their wallets again as they’ve reportedly inked reliever Steve Cishek to a contract. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Sox and Cishek have agreed to a 1-year deal worth $6 million, with an option for a second year that could take the total...

Just one year after signing third baseman Nolan Arenado to a massive contract extension, the Colorado Rockies are reportedly looking into trading the slugger, and there could be a surprising team interested in his services. According to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, the Chicago Cubs are a “possible suitor” for Arenado if the Rockies end up deciding to move him....

Maddon’s Post, the Wrigleyville restaurant named for former Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon, has closed, according to the restaurant’s Facebook page. “To our family, friends and Chicago, we’ve enjoyed our run and we are grateful to all who walked through our doors to celebrate good times,” a note on the restaurant’s Facebook page read. Maddon and Chef Tony Mantuano...

Former Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon is now getting set for his first season at the helm of the Los Angeles Angels, but the skipper took out a full-page ad in Sunday’s Chicago Tribune to thank Cubs fans for their support during his five-year run in the Windy City. Maddon, who led the Cubs to the 2016 World Series championship…

Baseball season is still a long way away, but the Chicago Cubs are getting into the holiday spirit with a Christmas-themed song and animated short film.

In what seems like an annual tradition, trade rumors are once again swirling around Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Schwarber and the New York Yankees. According to a report from The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the Yankees and Cubs are talking about a swap for the slugger, and although Rosenthal’s report indicates that the talks are just casual conversations at this...

Pitcher Brandon Morrow had high hopes when he signed a two-year deal with the Chicago Cubs prior to the 2018 season, but after two injury-plagued seasons, he’s reportedly going to give the North Side another try. According to multiple reports, Morrow has agreed to a one-year minor league contract with the Cubs. USA Today’s Bob Nightengale and ESPN Chicago’s...

It was an active day for the Chicago Cubs in the MLB Rule 5 Draft, as the team selected pitcher Trevor Megill from the San Diego Padres. Megill averaged 12.9 strikeouts per nine innings last season in a trio of stops throughout the Padres’ minor league system. He fanned 87 batters in 60.2 innings of work, and the 26-year-old was…

The Chicago Cubs have indicated that they will try to negotiate contract extensions with several players this offseason, but one of their biggest stars isn’t on that list at the moment.  In an interview with ESPN Chicago’s Jesse Rogers, agent Marc Pollack said that first baseman Anthony Rizzo has been told that the team will not pursue a contract...

Chicago Cubs slugger Kyle Schwarber tied the knot with long-time girlfriend Paige Hartman in a ceremony over the weekend that was attended by several of Schwarber’s Cubs teammates. Schwarber and Hartman, who were engaged last year, were married on Saturday in an outdoor ceremony, and a group of people, including the slugger’s agent, posted photos of the wedding on...

The Chicago Cubs are searching for answers after missing the playoffs for the first time in five years, and one of the team’s biggest stars could be on the trading block as multiple clubs have reportedly expressed interest in his services. According to multiple reports, there are several teams interested in acquiring third baseman Kris Bryant via trade this offseason. Bryant,...

With David Ross taking over as skipper for the Chicago Cubs, the team has finally announced who he will be bringing with him heading into the 2020 season.  There will be several new faces joining the team’s staff along with some veterans.  Take a look at the list below, as released by the Cubs: Craig Driver, first base/catching coach,...

The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois has started an investigation to determine whether the 5-year renovation of Wrigley Field is compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, according to court records. An attorney for the Cubs sent a letter Thursday to U.S. District Court Judge Jorge Alonso, who is hearing a Dec. 2017 lawsuit filed by...

With baseball’s Winter Meetings looming, most of the talk surrounding the Chicago Cubs is centered on whether they will part ways with one of their key players in the quest to reshape their roster.

Shortstop Addison Russell has been non-tendered by the Chicago Cubs, making him an unrestricted free agent. The announcement was made Monday just before the MLB deadline for contract decisions for arbitration-eligible players. Russell would have been due to make a contract worth nearly $5 million, according to projections, but will likely not be back with the team after a tumultuous…

The Chicago Cubs have a lot of decisions to make after missing the playoffs for the first time in five seasons, but could a reunion with a fan favorite be in the cards? According to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, the Cubs are “still pursuing” a new contract with free agent outfielder Nicholas Castellanos, and although there are other teams...

Former Chicago Cubs pitcher Cole Hamels is testing out the MLB free agent market, but according to the hurler, he wouldn’t have to move very far to join a team that has expressed interest in him. Hamels, who joined the Cubs in a 2018 trade and pitched for the team in the 2019 campaign, told NBC Sports Chicago’s Chuck Garfien that the White Sox have...

A former Chicago Cubs reliever has reportedly found a new home, as Carl Edwards Jr. has agreed to a one-year contract with the Seattle Mariners.

The Chicago Cubs made a roster move Wednesday, claiming left-handed pitcher C.D. Pelham off of waivers from the Texas Rangers.

Before Wednesday’s deadline to protect players ahead of December’s MLB Rule 5 Draft, the Chicago Cubs have added four players to their 40-man roster.

Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant and his wife Jessica are expecting their first child, the couple announced on Tuesday.

Major League Baseball may be in its offseason, but Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish and Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Christian Yelich took to social media to discuss one of the league’s hot button issues.

The Chicago Cubs are still busy putting the finishing touches on new manager David Ross’ coaching staff, and he will reportedly be joined by one of his former Boston Red Sox teammates.

The Chicago Cubs have made some big changes to their scouting and personnel departments this offseason, and the team has reportedly made another hire, bringing in Dan Kantrovitz as their new Vice President of Amateur Scouting.

After playing a role in the Chicago Cubs’ transformation from rebuilding club to World Series champion, Scott Harris aims to guide the San Francisco Giants along a similar path.

Chicago Cubs fans are bracing themselves for some big changes during the offseason and trade rumors are swirling around one of the team’s biggest stars.

A key member of the Chicago Cubs’ front office is taking his talents to the West Coast, as Scott Harris has reportedly been hired as the new general manager of the San Francisco Giants.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish was quick to congratulate teammate Anthony Rizzo on his Gold Glove Award this week, but not before giving his friend some good-natured ribbing.

The Chicago Cubs are busy making some important decisions about the construction of their 2020 roster, and the team has reportedly made one of those choices in regards to pitcher Cole Hamels.

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo has reportedly had his contract option picked up by the team for the 2020 season, but he’s in the news again Sunday night as he captured the National League’s Gold Glove Award at first base.

The Chicago Cubs announced Saturday that they have picked up the 2020 club contract option on starting pitcher José Quintana.

Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish has an opt-out on his contract for the 2020 season, and according to multiple reports, he’s just fine staying in the Windy City.

The Chicago Cubs have some interesting decisions to make this offseason after missing the playoffs, but it appears that one high-priced free agent will not be part of the team’s plans moving forward.

The Chicago Cubs introduced a familiar face as its new team manager on Monday. Former catcher David Ross talked to NBC 5’s Mike Berman about his biggest challenges, his management philosophy and the fan name you’ll never catch someone calling him on the field.

Chicago’s top cop defended his decision on Saturday to skip President Donald Trump’s speech at the International Association of Chiefs of Police’s annual conference.

Chicago’s top cop won’t be in attendance when President Donald Trump addresses the International Association of Chiefs of Police at their annual conference in the city next week.

President Donald Trump is expected to visit Chicago next week for a fundraiser, marking his first time in the city since becoming president. The trip to Chicago is scheduled for Monday, according to a spokesman for the Illinois Republican Party.

A pair of Chicago Cubs will have a chance to add to their trophy cases, as first baseman Anthony Rizzo and outfielder Jason Heyward were both nominated as finalists for the Gold Glove Awards.

The Chicago Cubs officially announced the hiring of David Ross as the team’s new manager on Thursday morning, and the club wasted no time in reminding fans about the indelible moments of Ross’ tenure with the organization.

Joe Maddon was introduced as the manager of the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday afternoon, and during his introductory press conference he shared a new dream that he’ll be looking to achieve with his new club.

Former catcher David Ross was officially named the Cubs’ new manager on Thursday, replacing his one-time mentor Joe Maddon, and he isn’t holding back on his plans for the team.

The Chicago Cubs officially announced former catcher David Ross as their new manager Thursday, replacing Joe Maddon. News of the hire was first reported Wednesday. The Cubs tweeted Thursday morning that Ross agreed to a three-year contract through the 2022 season with a club option for 2023.

Revenge is a dish best served cold, but adjectives fail to convey just how perfectly Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish got back at Houston Astros hurler Justin Verlander.

The Chicago Cubs are already making headlines because of their reported decision to hire David Ross as manager, but one of the team’s big stars is making headlines for a completely different reason.

The Chicago Cubs are reportedly set to hire former catcher David Ross as their new manager, replacing Joe Maddon.

The Chicago Cubs have already had Houston Astros bench coach Joe Espada in for a second interview, but according to a new report, he is no longer the only candidate to get that opportunity for another meeting with the club.

President Donald Trump will speak at the International Association of Chiefs of Police’s annual conference during his visit to Chicago next week, the same conference where he made headlines last year for calling for the use of “stop-and-frisk” to combat the city’s violence.

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras had a special relationship with former manager Joe Maddon, and that bond has been immortalized in an incredible new painting by a remarkable local artist.

Chicago Cubs shortstop Javier Báez has become a fan favorite because of his prodigious power, slick defense, and charismatic presence on the diamond, and he’s been chosen as next season’s cover athlete for the “MLB: The Show” video game.

The Chicago Cubs are still searching for their new manager, but one of the candidates they’ve already interviewed is being brought in for another chat, according to multiple reports.

After missing the postseason for the first time in five seasons, the Chicago Cubs have made some big changes to their baseball operations department, hiring new Directors of Hitting and Pitching.

The Los Angeles Angels have hired former Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon as their new skipper, the team announced on Wednesday.

The Chicago Cubs are still going through the process of choosing their next manager, but another potential candidate has reportedly bowed out of consideration for the job.

President Donald Trump is coming to Chicago for a fundraiser this month, his first visit to the city since becoming president.

Chicago Cubs fans are being given the chance to express their gratitude for former manager Joe Maddon’s time with the team thanks to a special mailbox at the ex-skipper’s Wrigleyville restaurant.

The Chicago Cubs are interviewing plenty of candidates with deep ties to their organization as they try to replace manager Joe Maddon, but a new name has reportedly joined the fray, and Cubs fans may not be familiar with him.