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Digital Content Manager, Cubs reporter for @WatchMarquee | High socks make you faster. It's science.
The Cubs added more intrigue to the Matt Shaw situation Sunday...
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Top prospect Matt Shaw expected to rejoin Cubs in majors 'soon' | Cubs News
Could we see Matt Shaw in the majors again soon? The Cubs added more intrigue to the situation Sunday afternoon.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/matt-shaw-chicago-cubs-top-prospect-promotion-mlb-carter-hawkins-triple-a-iowa/
10 months ago
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Jed Hoyer points to these 3 players as big wins for the Cubs' acquisition team/pro scouting department this season:
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Jed Hoyer reveals the big acquisition 'win' for Cubs in offseason | Cubs News
Jed Hoyer joined the Marquee broadcast Saturday and highlighted some of the team's under-the-radar acquisitions in the offseason.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/chicago-cubs-jed-hoyer-offseason-roster-moves-matthew-boyd-carson-kelly-brad-keller/
10 months ago
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The Cubs are without Justin Steele and Shota Imanaga right now. But it's their other lefty - the one flying under the radar - who has stepped up to stabilize this starting rotation. On what Matthew Boyd has brought to the Cubs:
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The stabilizer: Matthew Boyd has been under-the-radar key for Cubs | Cubs News
With both aces on the IL, the Cubs have needed somebody to step up in the rotation. Enter Matthew Boyd, the unheralded offseason signing.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/chicago-cubs-matthew-boyd-shota-imanga-justin-steele-rotation-stabilizing-force/
10 months ago
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"There are few things in our sport more fun to watch than a guy that’s a top-of-the-scale athlete play baseball." Jed Hoyer joined the
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broadcast and weighed in on the star power of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker:
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Cubs' Jed Hoyer weighs in on star power of PCA, Kyle Tucker | Cubs News
Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker have formed a dynamic duo in the Cubs lineup this year, making the front office look good in the process.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/chicago-cubs-pete-crow-armstrong-kyle-tucker-jed-hoyer-lineup-star-power/
10 months ago
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10 months ago
PCA is currently up to 2.8 fWAR -- first in the NL and second in MLB to Aaron Judge:
www.fangraphs.com/leaders/majo...
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Major League Leaderboards - 2025 - Batting | FanGraphs Baseball
https://www.fangraphs.com/leaders/major-league?pos=all&stats=bat&lg=all&season=2025&season1=2025&ind=0&type=8&month=33&qual=0&sortcol=21&sortdir=desc&pagenum=1
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Pete Crow-Armstrong made history during his monster performance against the White Sox on a picture-perfect day at Wrigley Field. "Every time he comes up to the plate, you know something awesome might happen."
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'It's fun to watch': Cubs react to Pete Crow-Armstrong's breakout season | Cubs News
Pete Crow-Armstrong made history as he powered the Cubs to victory over the White Sox Friday at Wrigley Field.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/pete-crow-armstrong-chicago-cubs-white-sox-crosstown-series-breakout-season/
10 months ago
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Nicodamus? Nico Hoerner daydreamed about a Cubs walk-off well before it actually happened -- and then scored the winning run on his 28th birthday.
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Nicodamus? Hoerner visualized Cubs' walk-off win before it happened
Credit Wrigley Field and Cubs fans with the assist in Tuesday night's thrilling come-from-behind, walk-off win over the Marlins.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/chicago-cubs-walk-off-highlights-miami-marlins-nico-hoerner-justin-turner/
10 months ago
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The Cubs top prospect has a singular goal during his first taste of the major leagues. "To stay here in 'The Show.'" More on Ballesteros:
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Cubs rookie Moisés Ballesteros has clear goal for his time in majors | Cubs News
Moisés Ballesteros displayed his quiet confidence before his MLB debut and explained what he hopes to accomplish in Chicago.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/chicago-cubs-moises-ballesteros-top-prospect-mlb-debut-designated-hitter/
10 months ago
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The Cubs need a starter for Saturday's game against the Mets. Here's how they're approaching the situation:
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How Cubs are approaching pitching plan for weekend series vs. Mets | Cubs News
The Cubs have several options to fill Shota Imanaga's spot in the rotation against the Mets, and they're evaluating all possible paths.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/chicago-cubs-starting-rotation-cade-horton-new-york-mets-shota-imanaga-chris-flexen/
10 months ago
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Breathe a sigh of relief, Cubs Nation. A positive update on Shota Imanaga:
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Cubs avoid nightmare scenario after Shota Imanaga exits game
Cubs starting pitcher Shota Imanaga was taken out of Tuesday's game in the sixth inning with an apparent injury that later was revealed to be leg cramps.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/shota-imanaga-injury-chicago-cubs-rotation-pittsburgh-pirates/
10 months ago
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The Cubs made a flurry of roster moves before Wednesday's game, including designating infielder Gage Workman for assignment and signing a pair of familiar names. More fr.
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Cubs part ways with young infielder, reunite with two familiar faces | Cubs News
The Cubs made a handful of roster moves on Wednesday, including designating Gage Workman for assignment and signing a pair of familiar faces.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/gage-workman-nicky-lopez-drew-pomeranz-chicago-cubs-roster-moves-mlb/
10 months ago
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How many wins will the Cubs end up with in 2025? We make our predictions:
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Predicting Cubs win total in 2025
How many games will the Cubs win? Our Cubs Weekly Podcast panel answers that question ahead of the U.S. season opener.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/projecting-the-cubs-win-total-during-the-2025-season/
11 months ago
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12 months ago
On the latest edition of the Cubs Weekly Podcast,
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, Elise Menaker and I make some bold predictions. An NL MVP? FIVE Gold Glovers? PCA MVP votes?
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Dishing out bold predictions for 2025 Cubs season, including NL MVP? | Chicago Cubs News
Could the Cubs have five Gold Glovers and the NL MVP on their roster? The Cubs Weekly Podcast hands out their bold predictions for the season.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/kyle-tucker-pete-crow-armstrong-dansby-swanson-cubs-weekly-podcast-bold-predictions/
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Super rare to see back-to-back walks from Shota Imanaga in the 2nd inning. Imanaga had only 2 walks total in his first 4 starts in 2024.
12 months ago
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It's a HUGE week for two of the Cubs' most important players:
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on what Tokyo Series means for Shota Imanaga and Seiya Suzuki
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What Tokyo Series means for Cubs players Shota Imanaga, Seiya Suzuki
When Shota Imanaga, Seiya Suzuki and the Cubs take the field on Tuesday for Opening Day, it'll be a day with a lot of significance to the pair.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/shota-imanaga-seiya-suzuki-shohei-ohtani-chicago-cubs-los-angeles-dodgers-mlb-tokyo-series-2025/
12 months ago
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Moisés Ballesteros, Kevin Alcántara and other Cubs top prospects put on a show in Spring Breakout game:
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Cubs fans might have had lineup preview against Hanshin Tigers | Cubs News
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell might have given fans a sneak peek at his lineup in their loss to the Hanshin Tigers.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/chicago-cubs-lineup-tokyo-series-2025-seiya-suzuki-craig-counsell-kyle-tucker/
12 months ago
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"Nothing is off the table with Matt." The latest on injured Cubs prospect Matt Shaw:
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The latest on injured Cubs prospect Matt Shaw | Chicago Cubs News
Cubs manager Craig Counsell and top prospect Matt Shaw provided an update and timeline to return for the infielder after a left oblique injury.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/the-latest-on-injured-cubs-prospect-matt-shaw/
about 1 year ago
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Sammy Sosa was doling out advice at Cubs camp yesterday. One player took one of those tips into the game...and promptly homered. More from
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How Sammy Sosa provided an instant impact at Cubs camp | Chicago Cubs News
Former Cubs slugger Sammy Sosa offered some advice to Vidal Bruján and it instantly provided results for the infielder.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-mlb-sammy-sosa-vidal-brujan-instant-impact-at-camp/
about 1 year ago
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"I definitely think I have something to prove this spring and this year as a whole."
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with more on Jordan Wicks' approach in Cubs camp this spring:
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Cubs pitcher Jordan Wicks ready to show who he is after offseason routine changes | Chicago Cubs News
Cubs young pitcher Jordan Wicks is determined to prove that 2024 was an aberration and he is ready to show what he can do in 2025.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-pitcher-jordan-wicks-ready-to-show-who-he-is-after-offseason-routine-changes/
about 1 year ago
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about 1 year ago
A look at PCA’s new number. More on the basketball shot that netted him the digit change:
www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/pete-crow-ar...
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The Cubs are parting ways with Alexander Canario to create room on the roster for Justin Turner:
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Cubs part ways with outfield prospect to clear roster space for Justin Turner | Chicago Cubs News
The Cubs designated young outfielder Alexander Canario for assignment Thursday to make room on the roster for Justin Turner.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-part-ways-with-outfield-prospect-alexander-canario-roster-space-justin-turner/
about 1 year ago
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about 1 year ago
An update on the Cubs' second baseman from
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As Cubs camp heats up, Nico Hoerner's recovery timeline remains murky | Chicago Cubs News
Nico Hoerner is progressing along a throwing program but the Cubs don't know the exact timeline for their Gold Glove second baseman.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/as-cubs-camp-heats-up-nico-hoerners-recovery-timeline-remains-murky/
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Here's some news Cubs fans definitely won't love this Valentine's Day: Matt Shaw is dealing with an injury early in camp.
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Cubs top prospect Matt Shaw is dealing with an injury in camp | Chicago Cubs News
Cubs top prospect Matt Shaw has been sidelined with an injury early in camp and is expected to be "day-to-day."
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-top-prospect-matt-shaw-dealing-with-injury-spring-training-3b-depth-chart/
about 1 year ago
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With Alex Bregman heading to Boston, the time is now for Matt Shaw in Chicago. More from
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How Cubs plan to develop Matt Shaw in the wake of Alex Bregman news | Chicago Cubs News
With the Alex Bregman news in the rearview mirror, the Cubs now pivot toward the development of their top prospect, Matt Shaw.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/how-cubs-plan-to-develop-matt-shaw-in-the-wake-of-alex-bregman-news/
about 1 year ago
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Day 1 of Cubs camp brought about some breaking news. Well, not really breaking. Actually, it's not even remotely surprising.
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Cubs confirm Shota Imanaga will pitch in Tokyo Series | Chicago Cubs News
Shota Imanaga will, indeed, pitch in one of the Cubs' first 2 games of the season when they take on the Dodgers in Tokyo.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-confirm-shota-imanaga-will-pitch-mlb-tokyo-series-japan-dodgers/
about 1 year ago
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Some quality free agents remain available (*cough* Alex Bregman *cough*) and while the Cubs didn't close the door on making more additions, they're also focusing on their current group:
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Jed Hoyer: 'Unclear' if Cubs will make another addition before MLB Opening Day | Chicago Cubs News
Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and GM Carter Hawkins discussed whether their team still had additions coming to the roster.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/mlb-rumors-news-cubs-free-agents-jed-hoyer-alex-bregman-spring-press-conference/
about 1 year ago
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about 1 year ago
“Unclear. I think you always look for opportunities.” - Jed Hoyer on whether he sees any more major league additions.
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The Cubs have some intriguing options included among their list of 20 non-roster players invited to big-league camp.
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Cubs non-roster list includes top prospects and intriguing veterans | Chicago Cubs News
The Cubs are inviting 20 players to spring training on their non-roster list, including some top prospects and intriguing veterans.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-non-roster-list-includes-top-prospects-and-intriguing-veterans/
about 1 year ago
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It's not every day a talented veteran reliever is available on the trade market for a low price. But as the Dodgers build baseball's version of a super team, the Cubs swooped in to profit from the situation.
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Ryan Brasier relishes new opportunity in Cubs bullpen | Chicago Cubs News
Veteran reliever Ryan Brasier is excited to join the Cubs bullpen and make Wrigley Field his new home ballpark.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/ryan-brasier-relishes-new-opportunity-in-cubs-bullpen/
about 1 year ago
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Do the Cubs have the best shot at landing Alex Bregman?
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Why MLB insider believes Cubs might have best shot at Alex Bregman
MLB insider Jon Heyman believes the Cubs have the "best shot" to land star third baseman Alex Bregman in free agency right now.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/mlb-rumors-news-alex-bregman-cubs-best-shot-astros/
about 1 year ago
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-90 wins? -The 3rd-best team in MLB? -86.9% chance of making the playoffs? PECOTA is buying into the Cubs hype in 2025:
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PECOTA projects Cubs to be one of the best teams in MLB | Chicago Cubs News
Baseball Prospectus' PECOTA projections came out Monday and they are very, very high on the Cubs' playoff chances in 2025.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/pecota-projects-cubs-to-be-one-of-the-best-teams-in-mlb/
about 1 year ago
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Chicagoland native Nicky Lopez is reportedly joining the Cubs:
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Nicky Lopez reportedly joins Cubs as infield depth | Chicago Cubs News
Chicagoland native Nicky Lopez has reportedly signed a minor-league deal with the Cubs to provide infield depth.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/nicky-lopez-reportedly-joins-cubs-as-infield-depth/
about 1 year ago
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Cubs trade Luis Vázquez to Orioles for cash considerations.
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Cubs trade young infielder to Orioles in minor move | Chicago Cubs News
The Cubs traded young infielder Luis Vázquez to the Baltimore Orioles in a minor move Friday afternoon.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-trade-young-infielder-to-orioles-in-minor-move/
about 1 year ago
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The Cubs continue to add to their pitching depth with a trio of veterans - including Brandon Hughes.
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Cubs add to pitching depth with a trio of veterans, including a familiar face | Chicago Cubs News
The Cubs have added a trio of pitchers to the staff as minor-league depth options, including a familiar face.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-add-to-pitching-depth-with-a-pair-of-veterans-including-a-familiar-name/
about 1 year ago
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Ryan Pressly and Porter Hodge can form a dynamic duo in the Cubs bullpen. More from
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How new Cubs reliever Ryan Pressly hopes to form 'dynamic duo' with Porter Hodge | Chicago Cubs News
Ryan Pressly was improved with Porter Hodge's rookie campaign with the Cubs and hopes to form a "dynamic duo" with the hard-throwing righty.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/mlb-cubs-offseason-free-agency-ryan-pressly-porter-hodge-dynamic-duo/
about 1 year ago
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The Cubs - and Matt Shaw - are well represented on MLB Top Prospect rankings:
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Rounding up where Cubs players rank on top prospect lists | Chicago Cubs News
Two new Top 100 prospect rankings were released recently and the Cubs are well-represented with Matt Shaw leading the charge.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/mlb-top-prospects-rankings-cubs-matt-shaw-alcantara-caissie-horton-ballesteros/
about 1 year ago
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Ben Johnson. Cubs fan.
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Ben Johnson saw the Bears as 'a sleeping giant" even before he took the head coaching job:
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Ben Johnson saw Bears as a 'sleeping giant' even before he took the head coaching job | Chicago Bears News
New head coach Ben Johnson spent years coaching against the Bears and believes the team was a "sleeping giant".
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/ben-johnson-saw-bears-as-a-sleeping-giant-even-before-he-took-the-head-coaching-job/
about 1 year ago
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A great question elicited a great answer. PCA reveals the player he most wants to rob a HR from in 2025.
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Pete Crow-Armstrong reveals the one player he wants to rob a homer from the most | Chicago Cubs News
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong revealed at the Convention the one player he hopes to rob a home run from during the 2025 season.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/pete-crow-armstrong-reveals-the-one-player-he-wants-to-rob-a-homer-from-the-most/
about 1 year ago
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The Cubs have resolved the Seiya Suzuki DH conflict.
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Cubs have resolved the Seiya Suzuki DH conflict | Chicago Cubs News
Seiya Suzuki has expressed discontent over DHing full-time but the Cubs have smoothed the situation over with the slugger.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/cubs-2025-lineup-seiya-suzuki-dh-role-kyle-tucker-ian-happ-pete-crow-armstrong/
about 1 year ago
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Sammy Sosa certainly knows how to put on a show. The slugger was in his element as he made his return to Cubs Convention after 21 years away. "I'm the main show."
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Sammy Sosa was in his element at Cubs Convention: 'I'm the main show' | Chicago Cubs News
Sammy Sosa was in his groove Friday night of Cubs Convention, celebrating his return with fans after more than two decades away from the team.
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/sammy-sosa-was-in-his-element-at-cubs-convention-im-the-main-show/
about 1 year ago
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"My numbers are nasty." Sammy Sosa reacts to his Cubs Hall of Fame honor:
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Sammy Sosa reacts to Cubs Hall of Fame accolade: 'My numbers are nasty' | Chicago Cubs News
Sammy Sosa was blown away by the Cubs Hall of Fame honor and acknowledged that he knows his career statistics are "nasty".
https://www.marqueesportsnetwork.com/sammy-sosa-reacts-to-cubs-hall-of-fame-accolade-my-numbers-are-nasty/
about 1 year ago
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