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Ridiculously Early Playoff Predictions

I was asked this week for my early (very early) regular season projections on the 2012 final standings. Granted the most influential offseason moves are over and done with at this juncture (Pujols, Fielder, Reyes..etc.), spring training is still more ...

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The Hot Stove is burning regarding Yoenis Cespedes.

While the Miami Marlins wining and dining Yoenis Cespedes today, reports are already surfacing that the Marlins are the favorites to land him.  Even Cespedes was quoted as saying he would like to play in Miami. Other interested teams are expected...

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A look at the ‘prospects’ in the Marshall trade

A look at the ‘prospects’ in the Marshall trade - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - A Chicago Cubs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

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Yoenis Cespedes Wants To Play In Miami

Dec. 9, 2011; Miami, FL, USA; A general view of the Florida Marlins new baseball stadium under construction in preparation for 2011 opening day. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-US PRESSWIRE Yoenis Cespedes is in America. I repeat, Yoenis Cespedes is in ...

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Wednesday Wakeup: Cespedes, Garza, Cardenas, Spring Training

Aug 6, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Matt Garza (17) in the dugout in the first inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-US PRESSWIRE Wednesday should bring with it a major update on ...

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Cubs Wish – Carlos Marmol

Tagged: Carlos Marmol, Chicago Cubs, Cubs, MLB, Wrigley Field

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Chicago Cubs Spring Training: 6 Pitchers in the Running For Starting Rotation

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Looking For A Lead Off Hitter

Ever since Juan Pierre left town, the Chicago Cubs have been searching for a very good lead off hitter, and the 2012 season will be no different. Next season I think we can expect those duties to be shared by ...

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Tuesday Tidbits: Cespedes, DeWitt, Spring Training

Sep 18, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Houston Astros left fielder Jason Bourgeois (11) steals second base as the ball gets by Chicago Cubs infielder Blake DeWitt (9) during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-US PRESSWIRE The ...

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Adrian Cardenas The New Mike Fontenot

Adrian Cardenas reminds me a bit of Mike Fontenot. Utility infielder, left-handed bat and a nice complementary piece on the 25-man roster. Even his minor league numbers are close to Fontenot’s, who made his Chicago debut in 2005 before rejoining ...

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Adrian Cardenas Claimed Off Waivers By Cubs

Feb 24, 2011; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Adrian Cardenas (6) poses for a picture during photo day at the Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-US PRESSWIRE Say goodbye to Adrian Cardenas, A’s fans. The Chicago Cubs reportedly ...

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Cubs DFA Blake DeWitt, Claim Adrian Cardenas From A’s

A bit of surprising news coming off of the North Side today, as the Cubs did even more retooling of their roster, with these moves relating specifically to the infield. With speculation that he could be traded or released, it ...

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Who Is Adrian Cardenas?

Feb 24, 2011; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Adrian Cardenas (6) poses for a picture during photo day at the Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-US PRESSWIRE As Cubbies Crib newest staff-writer wrote earlier today, the Chicago Cubs ...

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Cubs Claim Adrian Cardenas. DFA Blake DeWitt.

The Chicago Cubs continued their efforts to makeover their roster by claiming Adrian Cardenas from the Oakland A's and designating Blake DeWitt for assignment. Cardenas, who ranked as high as #74 on Baseball America's 2009 Top 100 ...

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DeWitt designated for assignment

DeWitt designated for assignment - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - A Chicago Cubs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

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Soto see-saw

Soto see-saw - Cubbies Crib - Cubbies Crib - A Chicago Cubs Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More

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Giants Defeat Patriots 21-17

Congratulations to Therese M. on winning Brian’s Super Bowl Bash XII! And pat on the back for all who tabbed the Giants as Super Bowl champions. A big thank you to everyone who participated. It’s always a pleasure catching up ...

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The Cubs 2012 Composite Top 10 Prospect List (version 2.0)

With the Super Bowl now over, I thought it would be a good time to update the Cubs 2012 Composite Top 10 Prospect List.  This is version 2.0, for which two new lists have been added to the mix:  Minor ...

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Sunday Start-Up: Garza, Cespedes, Compensation

Sep 5, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Fans cheer as Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matt Garza (17) walks back to the dugout after being relieved during the eighth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 4-3. Mandatory ...

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Chicago Cubs Will Still Shop Matt Garza

September 9, 2011; Flushing, NY, USA; Chicago Cubs first baseman Carlos Pena (22) celebrates with teammate Matt Garza (17) after hitting a home run during the third inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael L. ...

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Saturday Starters: Hamilton, Garza, Coffey

Oct 27, 2011; St. Louis, MO, USA; Texas Rangers left fielder Josh Hamilton (32) prior to game six of the 2011 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-US PRESSWIRE Friday was another quiet ...

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Mike Quade Irked By Dale Sveum’s Comments About 2011 Cubs

You’d be pretty hard-pressed to find a Cubs fan that was too disappointed when Mike Quade was fired this past fall. Theo Epstein decided not to retain him and brought in Dale Sveum, one of the more coveted names out ...

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Breaking Down The Cubs’ Signing Of Gerardo Concepcion

With the market for Cuban players especially fruitful this winter, it’s been pretty clear that the Cubs had planned to be heavy players in at least a few of the players set to make the jump to the U.S. That ...

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Cubs Avoid Arbitration With Matt Garza, Agree To One-Year Deal

Much has been made of the case between Matt Garza and the Cubs that was set to head to arbitration this Friday. With the Cubs submitting a salary figure of under $8 million, and Garza’s camp going over $12 million, ...

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Gerardo Concepcion Signing Reactions

Nov 1, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs vice president of scouting Jason McLeod (left) , president of baseball operations Theo Epstein (middle) and new general manager Jed Hoyer (right) in attendance at a press conference at Wrigley Field. Mandatory ...

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Friday’s Finest: Quade, Dominican Academy, Lannan, Rowland-Smith

September 26, 2011; San Diego, CA, USA; Chicago Cubs smanager Mike Quade (8) walks off the field after making a pitching change during the eighth inning against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-US PRESSWIRE The ...

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Matt Garza, Chicago Cubs Reach A Settlement

Sep 21, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Matt Garza (17) shakes hands with catcher Geovany Soto after defeating the Milwaukee Brewers 7-1 at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-US PRESSWIRE In 2010, former Chicago Cubs general manager ...

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Favorite Cubs Now Former Cubs

It recently occurred to me that all my favorite Cubs players are now former Cubs players. Aramis moved north to Milwaukee.  Pena returned south to the Rays. Ted Lilly is still with L.A.. Derrek Lee is straddling the line of retirement, Jim Edmonds is already there. ...

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Cubs sign Cuban Pitcher Gerardo Concepcion

According to Jorge Ebro and Enrique Rojas, Cuban defector Gerardo Concepcion has agreed to a $7 million deal with the Cubs. Ben Badler of Baseball America (paysite) has the following scouting report on the 19 year old lefty: Concepcion, 19, was the ...

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Reports: Gerardo Concepcion Signs With Cubs

The Chicago Cubs landed one of the big prizes of the off season international free agent market when they signed Cuban defector Gerardo Concepcion to a $7 million major league contract. The eighteen year old left handed starter is one ...

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2012 Breakout Watch

Every season we see some players emerge out of nowhere and greatly elevate their stock. Sometimes that player rides the parade of accolades into the majors, like Starlin Castro did. Sometimes that player has a breathtaking minor league surge cut ...

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Thursday Tune-Up: MLB Wild Card, Compensation, Cespedes

February 27, 2011; Mesa, AZ, USA; Oakland Athletics shortstop Steve Tolleson (top) attempts a double play as Chicago Cubs center fielder Brett Jackson (59) slides into second base during the fifth inning of a spring training game at Hohokam Stadium. ...

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How To Read A Baseball Slashline

Are you still confused by a player’s ‘slashline’, left wondering what the heck it stands for, or how to read one? If so, have no fear! Below is a simple breakdown of how to digest the numbers, what those numbers ...

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Where Should Starlin Castro Hit In Cubs’ Batting Order?

As unbearable as it may have been to watch the Cubs at times last season, Starlin Castro provided the one bright spot with his breakout season. Heading into 2012, he’s seen as a building block of these revamped Cubs and ...

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Baseball America Updates Cubs’ Top 10 Prospects

September 24, 2011; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Anthony Rizzo (27) is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the fifth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-US PRESSWIRE The goal ...

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Sox will get a top prospect for theft of Theo–But who? Let’s see…

  Q:  What will the Sox get from the Cubs in compensation for stealing GM Theo Epstein? A:  A Top Ten prospect. For citizens of Red Sox Nation dreaming about a player from the current Cubs’ 40-man roster, say, Starlin ...

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Could Cole Hamels be on the horizon for the Cubs?

The Cubs have undergone a major overhaul this offseason, as Theo Epstein and Jed Hoyer have worked hard at making the team younger while also bolstering a farm system lacking depth. However, through it all, one question keeps popping in my ...

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Non-Roster Players Have An Opportunity

Sep 11, 2011; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Jason Jaramillo (35) singles against the Florida Marlins during the fifth inning at PNC Park. The Marlins won 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USPRESSWIRE The Chicago Cubs announced their list of non-roster ...

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Wednesday Wake-Up: Soto, Coffey, Hendry, Garza

Sep 21, 2011; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs catcher Geovany Soto hits a RBI double during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-US PRESSWIRE The Chicago Cubs’ front office is still operating under ...

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Ranking NL Central’s Closers

Here’s how I see it…   Team Name Saves BS K ERA 1. Mil Axford 46 2 127 2.10 2. Pit Hanrahan 40 4 61 1.83 3. Cin Madson 32 2 62 2.37 4. Cubs Marmol 34 10 99 4.01 ...

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