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UNCOVERED: 6 | History Defined

Cubs drop finale to Dodgers but are pleased with how they competed

“We know we can compete with them every day,” staff ace Marcus Stroman said

Chicago Sun-Times

Can AI pitching technology help Bryce Harper return to the Phillies even sooner?

PHILADELPHIA — Bryce Harper stood on the grass in foul territory, 60 feet up the first-base line from his target, and stepped into his first throw since last summer.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Cubs ‘clicking on all cylinders’ as rotation provides stability through 5-1 road trip

Lefty Justin Steele held the A’s to one earned run through six innings in the Cubs’ 12-2 win.

Chicago Sun-Times

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Paul Sullivan: It’s only April, and the White Sox, Cubs — and Rick Sutcliffe — are already in rare form

Two glaring questions on the minds of Chicago baseball fans three weeks into the 2023 season:

Chicago Tribune

Cubs’ Marcus Stroman credits pitching in WBC for strong start

Stroman pointed to his 2017 season with the Blue Jays, when he pitched 201 innings after participating in the WBC.

Chicago Sun-Times

David Ross pushes all the right buttons in Cubs’ win over Rangers

Part of Ross’ decisions involved his eyes and instincts, and that was apparent in his circle of trust that loomed large Friday in a 2-0 victory over the Rangers at chilly but sunny Wrigley Field.

Chicago Sun-Times

Marcus Stroman dominates for Cubs in 2-0 win over Rangers

CHICAGO — David Ross talked about what he called “the Twitter machine” before Friday’s game against the Texas Rangers at Wrigley Field, noting he’s not a frequent visitor to the app.

Chicago Tribune

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How Marcus Stroman’s first season with the Cubs set him up to be ‘the guy’ in 2023

Stroman is set to make his second start of the season Friday, after a rainout in Cincinnati pushed back his schedule.

Chicago Sun-Times

Paul Sullivan: Will Chicago Cubs ask starters to go longer this year? Despite short debut, Jameson Taillon says ‘innings are sexy again.’

CHICAGO — Jameson Taillon has a theory on the evolution of starting pitching.

Chicago Tribune

Jameson Taillon struggles in Cubs debut, Brewers take opening series

His lack of pinpoint control forced manager David Ross to pull him after only four innings. The Brewers followed with a blend of patience and well-placed hits in a five-run sixth.

Chicago Sun-Times

How bigger bases, pitch clock affected Cubs’ Opening Day win vs. Brewers

The game lasted just two hours and 21 minutes. Marcus Stroman became the first Cub to commit a clock violation. Infielders abided by the shift limits. And the Cubs’ fourth run scored with a little help from the bigger bases.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs’ Marcus Stroman commits first of 14 Opening Day pitch-clock violations

Five violations were by batters, eight by pitchers and one by a catcher as all MLB teams opened on the same day for the first time since 1968.

Chicago Sun-Times

Paul Sullivan: Opening day at Wrigley Field melds Cubs’ past with future

CHICAGO — Every opening day brings a reminder of something from the past, and the past is a prologue when it comes to the Chicago Cubs.

Chicago Tribune

MLB 2023: There’s a new buzz around the Cubs at Wrigley Field

In the 50th — and earliest — season-opener at Wrigley on a hot-chocolate kind of day, fans waved their W flags and pumped out their chests after a 4-0 dusting of the Brewers.

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Opening Day: Dansby Swanson drives in Cubs’ first run of 2023 in 4-0 win over Brewers

Starter Marcus Stroman held Milwaukee scoreless through six innings.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Cubs’ Marcus Stroman was called for the first regular season pitch-clock violation in MLB history

Marcus Stroman is now the answer to a future MLB trivia question.

Sports Illustrated

Cubs Star Called for MLB’s First Pitch Clock Violation

The Chicago starter made history on Thursday in the team’s opener at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Sun-Times

We’re about to see a payoff for the Cubs’ second rebuild in a decade, right? RIGHT?

The team has a shot at .500 after going 74-88 last season.

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Opening Day roster projection: A flurry of moves illuminates Cubs’ decisions

The Cubs traded Zach McKinstry, outrighted Rowan Wick, optioned Christopher Morel and reassigned Mike Tauchman and Roenis Elias to minor-league camp.

Chicago Tribune

Paul Sullivan: Dansby Swanson’s forgettable spring continues, but Cubs aren’t worried about their $177 million man

CHICAGO — After signing a seven-year, $177 million deal in December to be the centerpiece of the Chicago Cubs lineup, Dansby Swanson entered the final weekend of Cactus League play hitting .059.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs’ Marcus Stroman sharp in last start before Opening Day

Stroman said his slider felt the best it has all spring.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Another level’: Cubs players returning from WBC describe unforgettable experience

Cubs right-hander Marcus Stroman is calling for MLB to learn from the World Baseball Classic and grow the game.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Focus and attention to detail’: Cubs name Marcus Stroman Opening Day starter

Stroman announced manager David Ross’ decision on Twitter Wednesday.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs prospect Matt Mervis taking WBC as learning experience: ‘I still have a lot of work to do’

Mervis went 3-for-4 in his first Cactus League game back from the World Baseball Classic.

Chicago Sun-Times

Cubs in the WBC: Marcus Stroman, Roenis Elías, Owen Caissie turning heads

World Baseball Classic quarterfinals begin this week, hosted in Miami and Tokyo.

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