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Cubs’ Matt Swarmer optioned to Triple-A Iowa, Daniel Norris activated; Kyle Hendricks has long road ahead

Cubs rookie Ethan Roberts underwent Tommy John surgery Wednesday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Company pitches reopening Gresham Save A Lot, Cubs co-owner eyes the Sky, more in your Chicago news roundup

Today’s update is a 5-minute read that will brief you on the day’s biggest stories.

Chicago Sun-Times

Sky in preliminary talks with Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts and others about investing in franchise

Principal owner Michael Alter said last March the timing is perfect to add investors because the Sky have a valuable story to tell.

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Orioles extend winning streak to 9, longest since 1999, and reach .500 with 4-2 come-from-behind win over Cubs

CHICAGO — For a winning streak such as this to be sustained, plays such as these must be made. With the Cubs threatening with a runner on third and one out in a one-run game Tuesday, right-hander Jordan Lyles produced a high-wire act to escape unscathed.

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Cubs’ Willson Contreras on All-Star Game with brother William: ‘That was our dream’

The 2022 All-Star Game will mark the first time the brothers have played on the same team in their professional careers.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs’ Justin Steele returns from paternity list, will start Wednesday vs. Orioles

In a corresponding move, the Cubs optioned reliever Anderson Espinoza to Triple-A.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Prioritizing winning’: What the Cubs are playing for in the 2nd half of a losing season

The Cubs touted their winning culture for years. So, how does a team maintain a winning culture with a 34-52 record?

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Paul Sullivan: Uncertain futures of Patrick Kane and Willson Contreras are just the way of the world in the age of the rebuild

Patrick Kane and Willson Contreras are two elite players in their respective sports and fan favorites in Chicago, where they’ve spent their entire careers.

Chicago Tribune

Ian Happ’s 1st All-Star selection completes the Chicago Cubs outfielder’s career turnaround: ‘Baseball’s a wild ride’

Thirteen months ago, Ian Happ sat in Chicago Cubs manager David Ross’ office at Dodger Stadium.

Chicago Tribune

How will the Chicago Cubs handle Keegan Thompson and Justin Steele as both pitchers near career-high workloads?

LOS ANGELES — The Chicago Cubs are a week away from the All-Star break, yet two pitchers are already on the verge of reaching career-high workloads.

Chicago Tribune

Drew Smyly returns from IL, throws two-plus innings in Cubs’ 11-9 loss to Dodgers

The Dodgers swept the four-game series.

Chicago Sun-Times

This You Gotta See: Sky are in great position as second half begins, but will it last?

Too soon to talk repeat? Should we start planning the parade now?

Chicago Sun-Times

MLB Reveals Full Rosters for 2022 All-Star Game

These standouts will be heading to Dodger Stadium for this year’s Midsummer Classic.

Sports Illustrated

Cubs’ Ian Happ earns first All-Star selection: ‘Super emotional’

The Cubs are set to send two players to the All-Star Game, Happ and Willson Contreras.

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Tigers’ Javy Báez had the coolest bat flip while continuing to joyfully play villain to the White Sox

Poke and prod Báez at your own risk.

Los Angeles Times

Clayton Kershaw makes emphatic case for All-Star berth, leads Dodgers past Cubs

LOS ANGELES — Dave Roberts campaigned on his pitcher’s behalf before the game. His teammates endorsed his credentials in the clubhouse.

Chicago Sun-Times

Marcus Stroman throws four scoreless innings in return, but Cubs fall 4-2 to Dodgers

All-Star Willson Contreras was back in the lineup Saturday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs molding identity on the base paths: ‘They’re hungry’

Seiya Suzuki’s inside-the-park home run, Ian Happ and Rafael Ortega’s double steal, and Christopher Morel’s push bunt highlight different elements of the Cubs’ plan of attack.

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Baseball quiz: Like a finely tossed salad

We can’t all be Caesar Cardini, who is said to have invented the salad that bears his name, but we all certainly can take this inspired quiz.

Los Angeles Times

Dodgers beat Cubs for fifth straight win as Will Smith’s single in 10th caps rally

LOS ANGELES — On Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers’ late-game rally against the Chicago Cubs began after their starting pitcher blocked home plate.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs squander strong start by Keegan Thompson, lose to Dodgers in 10 innings

Thompson didn’t allow an earned run in 5 2⁄3 innings. Closer David Robertson couldn’t hold a one-run lead.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs’ Marcus Stroman to return from IL, start Saturday vs. Dodgers

The Cubs’ Sunday starter is still TBD.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

The legend of Kyle Schwarber’s home run power, from high school and college to the Phillies

PHILADELPHIA — A few innings before Kyle Schwarber hit what his college coach still calls “the farthest ball that I’ve ever seen,” two of his teammates glanced into the stands and spotted Theo Epstein sitting behind home plate, a black cap tucked low on his head.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs catcher Willson Contreras named 2022 All-Star starter

Contreras claimed his third career All-Star selection. He beat out the Braves’ Travis d’Arnaud.

Los Angeles Times

Tony Gonsolin’s bid for the All-Star start gets boost in Dodgers’ win over Cubs

LOS ANGELES — The fluffy tunes have become some of the most ferocious sounds at Dodger Stadium this year.

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