Wednesday Jun 24 | Bleed Cubbie Blue
Cubs Lose Battle Of Two-Run Homers; Tigers Win In Walkoff 5-4
I take back my "I was wrong about Kevin Gregg" comment. Browse more photos>> Kevin Gregg allowed only three home runs all last year.
The Post-Gazette editorial page continues its commentary on the Pirates . I'd rather not comment on these sorts of things, but because of the impact a P-G editorial can have on public opinion, I'll add my two cents.
History that nearly wasn't for Sanchez
And to think that second baseman Freddy Sanchez was supposed be watching this game from the visitors' dugout.
Wards are together again in Charlotte
It was a family reunion of sorts last Sunday for Charlotte Knights hitting coach Gary Ward .
By picking him in the third round of the 2003 draft, the Cubs seemed to have high hopes for University of Michigan product, Jake Fox... by Joel Reuter 20 reads Opinion By picking him in the third round of the 2003 draft, the Cubs seemed to have high hopes for University of Michigan product, Jake Fox.
White Sox sign Ward to Charlotte deal
Veteran first baseman/outfielder Daryle Ward signed a Minor League contract with the White Sox over the weekend, reported to Triple-A Charlotte, and went 2-for-4 with a home run in his first game on Sunday.
Cubs' Ramirez out for today's game
Aramis Ramirez won't play Saturday due to the calf strain he suffered Friday night , leaving the Cubs with no extra infielders for today's game against St.
Hoffpauir on roll, but role to change
Milton Bradley could be back in the Cubs lineup tonight, and that means Micah Hoffpauir goes back to the bench.
Top 10 games in Minute Maid Park history
Chris Burke's home run to win the longest playoff game in baseball history is one of Minute Maid Park's best moments.
2009 Player Previews - Micah Hoffpauir
Did you know that if you ignore all the at bats in which Micah Hoffpauir made an out last year, he's a 1.000 hitter at the Major League level? For that reason alone, he should get consideration to start first base.
29-year-old first baseman/outfielder Micah Hoffpauir on pace to make Cubs' Opening Day roster
When spring training opened nearly six weeks ago, Cubs manager Lou Piniella said Micah Hoffpauir had a good chance of making the final roster as a fifth outfielder and backup first baseman.
Levi Jared Burton was born in Westminster, SC, where he went to West-Oak HS. He attended Western Carolina University, which has graduated other distinguished Major Leaguers like Mark DiFelice, and... that's about it.
Rosales might hustle his way onto Reds' roster
Adam Rosales does not sprint from the couch to the refrigerator nor does he run full bore from the sun deck to the mailbox.
Looks like a sure thing for Hoffpauir
As a native of Texas, Micah Hoffpauir can't think of much better than to be standing on the baseline in Houston on Opening Day when the Cubs and the Astros are introduced.
Cubs in Brief: Hoffpauir among 25; Lou stumps for a 26th
Cubs manager Lou Piniella made a plea Sunday that is certain to fall on deaf ears.
Arlington Heights Daily Herald
Hoffpauir shines as Cubs overhaul bench
Editor's note: As the countdown continues toward the April 6 opener for the Cubs, Daily Herald Sports Writer Bruce Miles will offer his analysis of each position on the team and the key issues facing the club ...
Ward trying to come through in pinch
As an experienced left-handed pinch-hitter, Daryle Ward often has to face opponents' hardest throwing pitchers -- closers and setup men.
So far this spring, Micah Hoffpauir is doing everything possible to make Lou Piniella's job difficult.
Arlington Heights Daily Herald
Cubs vets hope that changes will pay off
President Obama will hit Mesa on Wednesday, bringing his message of "change" to Arizona.
Cubs in Brief: Heilman deal clears way for Hoffpauir
The biggest beneficiary of the Cubs' trade with the Mariners last month for pitcher Aaron Heilman might prove to be Micah Hoffpauir .