Eric Lauer’s hot start in Milwaukee, and Trevor Story’s absence vs. the force that is Coors Field.
The Cubs’ Depth Is Shining
Javy Báez was the hero yesterday, but Patrick Wisdom and Kohl Stewart made the motor turn.
Joe Kelly Rises to His Own Challenge
You can never grow if you don’t leave your comfort zone.
The Cubs Begin a Brutal Stretch of Schedule
Maybe not a moment of truth, but something of a month of truth for the North Siders.
Today’s Best Bet: Monday, May 31st
Jack Flaherty’s xERA, Mookie Betts’s allergies.
Today’s Best Bet: Sunday, May 30th
Low value, but positive value.
The Cubs Lost David Bote, Won Another Game, and We Have a Zach Davies Idea
A familiar refrain.
The Greatest Stu in MLB History
Not too shabby.
David Bote Keeps Crushing Baseballs, the Cubs Keep Winning
David Bote hit a very important home run yesterday.
Joe Kelly Had a Busy Night
Joe Kelly batted. Joe Kelly fielded. Joe Kelly threw baseballs 99 miles per hour.
Is Christian Yelich Faking Injuries Because He Can’t Steal Signs Right Now?
Just asking the question.
We Forgot to Talk About the Fight
In case you didn’t get the rundown: Here’s what happened in that South Bend Cubs fight.
Today’s Best Bets: Friday, May 28th
Don’t count out the Twins yet. But also, look out for Kris Bubic.
Javy Báez Tricked the Pirates into Losing Today
The play of plays in another good win for the Cubs.
The Worst MLB Player This Year (So Far)
Checking in on a very sad leaderboard.
Baseball “Needs” This NL West Race
“Need” is a strong word. But this summer could be a good one for Major League Baseball in California.
In Solidarity with Joc Pederson, I Now Also Have a Mustache
Sticking up for a friend.
A Million-Dollar Solution for Anthony Rizzo’s Back, and Other Cubs Thoughts
How to protect Anthony Rizzo’s back for a million dollars, and setting a reasonable goal for the Cubs as they enter an unreasonable stretch of the schedule.