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The St. Louis Cardinals desperately need pitching and Marcus Stroman declined his $21 million contract option with the Chicago Cubs. Could Stroman follow in Willson Contreras’ footsteps and ditch Chicago for St. Louis? MLB insider Jon Heyman said it is a possibility. “Where does Stroman end up? That’s another interesting question,” Heyman said, via B/R […]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks will return for his 11th season with the team in the 2024 MLB season. The Cubs exercised their 2024 option on Hendricks on Sunday, per ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. “Cubs news: The team is exercising its 2024 option on starter Kyle Hendricks, sources tell ESPN. He’ll make $16.5 million next […]

After narrowly missing out on the playoffs, the Chicago Cubs are entering the offseason looking to bolster their postseason push. But as the Cubs craft their 2024 plans, Marcus Stroman doesn’t seem to be a part of them. Chicago has no interest in bringing Stroman back in free agency, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. […]

The Chicago Cubs had an extremely encouraging 2023 campaign, and a big reason for that was due to their pitching staff. The starting rotation finally seems to have their next ace of the future in Justin Steele, but they also got a great season from Marcus Stroman, who earned the second All-Star selection of his […]

The Baltimore Orioles were one of MLB’s best stories this season. They made their first playoff appearance since the 2016 season when they lost in the wild card round. But they were also one of the best teams in MLB this year too. They won 101 games in 2023; only the Atlanta Braves won more. […]

Justin Steele has been fantastic for the Chicago Cubs in 2023. The left-hander has emerged as an All-Star pitcher and isn’t afraid of the big moments. The Cubs are currently holding onto the third and final NL Wild Card spot. With the playoffs right around the corner, Steele recently commented on his mindset ahead of […]

The Chicago Cubs finally got their ace Marcus Stroman back in the middle of September after he missed more than a month with a rib injury. To err on the side of caution, David Ross eased the righty into action as both of his appearances since returning have come out of the bullpen. However, with […]

Chicago Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman was one of the best starters in all of baseball to open the 2023 season. He struggled in July and later suffered an injury, ultimately landing on the IL. Stroman recently returned, however, but his pitching role is uncertain. Stroman said he is open to a bullpen role if necessary, […]

The Chicago Cubs have struggled in recent action. They still hold an NL Wild Card spot but other teams are closing in fast. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer commented on Chicago’s 2-8 stretch as the playoffs loom, via Jesse Rogers of ESPN. “At times did I feel like we looked tired? Yes. But […]

The Chicago Cubs (78-69) have faltered a bit lately, losing five of their last seven games. They are still in prime playoff position, though. And now, the club might even have the necessary ammunition to sneak past the Milwaukee Brewers (82-64) in the National League Central. Marcus Stroman, who has been out since the end […]

The New York Mets acquired a key piece from a past trade involving Marcus Stroman on Thursday afternoon. Unfortunately, that piece is not Marcus Stroman. LHP Anthony Kay was initially dealt to the Toronto Blue Jays from the Mets. He was part of the return in exchange for sending Stroman to New York. Unfortunately, things […]

The Chicago Cubs currently trail the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central division race. However, Chicago sits just three games back of Milwaukee as of this story’s publication. If the Cubs want to win the division, they will need players aside from their stars to step up. Additionally, Chicago needs their key guys who […]

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a resurgent second half of the MLB season that has them in the thick of the playoff race. There is a chance that they win the NL Central, but if not, they have a good shot of sneaking in as a wild card in the National League […]

The Chicago Cubs were not supposed to be here. A subpar start to the season foretold their fate as trade deadline sellers. Before Aug. 1 even arrived, they were improbable buyers, acquiring third baseman Jeimer Candelario. Now, the team is 65-60 and is narrowly occupying a National League Wild Card spot. Baseball, huh? This impressive […]

The Chicago Cubs have “no interest” in extending Marcus Stroman’s contract after the season, according to Bob Nightengale. The club will pay Stroman $21 million in 2024, the final year of a three-year, $71 million deal, should he choose to opt into the contract. Stroman is currently sitting out with fractured rib cage cartilage, and […]

Chicago Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman has experienced a major setback in his aim to return to action. The 32-year-old right-hander initially joined the injured list on July 31 following his start that day. He was first scheduled to return to action on August 18 against the Chicago White Sox but, following a bullpen session in […]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman reportedly has a right rib cartilage fracture, according to Patrick Mooney of The Athletic. The Cubs have no timeline for Marcus Stroman’s return to the rotation, according to Mooney. This is a brutal blow for the Cubs, who ended up being buyers at the deadline and are hopeful to […]

Chicago Cubs fans will have to wait a little bit longer for the return of ace Marcus Stroman. Despite an announced plan for Stroman to come off the injured list and start Wednesday’s game, the Cubs said Tuesday that Stroman will in fact not start after experiencing right rib discomfort, according to Maddie Lee. Stroman […]

The Chicago Cubs opted not to trade Marcus Stroman or Cody Bellinger prior to the MLB trade deadline. Instead, Chicago opted to buy and try to compete for a playoff spot. Bellinger has continued to swing the bat well for Chicago, but Stroman has been on the injured list. Fortunately for the Cubs, Stroman is […]

The MLB trade deadline. Plenty of teams made moves. There weren’t the fireworks that some perhaps anticipated, but overall, the trade deadline was pretty busy. The Chicago Cubs were one of those teams that made some noise at the trade deadline. Despite being three games back from the NL Central-leading Cincinnati Reds, the Cubs were […]

The Chicago Cubs have been one of the hottest teams in baseball as of late and have played themselves back into the playoff discussion in the National League. After winning eight of their last 10 and pulling within four games of first place in the NL Central, the Cubs are feeling good. However, not everything […]

For weeks on end, the common belief around the big leagues is that the Chicago Cubs would be sellers at the MLB Trade Deadline. Two names consistently popping up in rumors have been Cody Bellinger and Marcus Stroman, two of the team’s most valuable trade assets. However, the Cubbies are now red-hot and with six […]

The Chicago Cubs are running out of time to determine if they should trade Marcus Stroman or Cody Bellinger. With exactly one week left until the 2023 MLB trade deadline, the Cubs haven’t committed to making Marcus Stroman and Cody Bellinger available. At least not yet. The way Chicago plays over its next two series […]

The Chicago Cubs are continually being involved in rumors surrounding the MLB trade deadline, specifically in regards to Cody Bellinger and Marcus Stroman. As of right now, it sounds like both Stroman and Bellinger will continue to be embroiled in these rumors, via MLB Network. Should the Cubs be buyers or sellers?#MLBCentral | @Feinsand pic.twitter.com/TpGqzBKonU […]

In the wake of Tuesday’s game against the Atlanta Braves, the need for pitching became even more evident for the Arizona Diamondbacks. It was a back-and-forth battle in the NL that ultimately came down to the very last out, with Arizona coming out with the victory. However, they found themselves giving up a staggering 16 […]

Tommy John surgery is far too common in today’s MLB. With pitchers throwing harder than ever, injuries are unfortunately running rampant throughout the big leagues. MLB No. 8 overall prospect and future Philadelphia Phillies star pitcher Andrew Painter, who’s just 20-years old, has been dealing with an injury in 2023. After Dave Dombrowski recently revealed […]

The Toronto Blue Jays could be trying to add pieces ahead of the MLB trade deadline. With the American League East featuring all five teams above .500, things could get really clustered over the final few weeks of the season. As it turns out, the Blue Jays are one team in on Chicago Cubs starter […]

The Chicago Cubs are expected to be sellers ahead of the 2023 MLB trade deadline. It isn’t official yet, but Chicago’s odds of making a playoff run are slim. As a result, players such as SP Marcus Stroman and OF Cody Bellinger are being mentioned in trade rumors. Stroman addressed the trade rumors surrounding himself […]

Chicago Cubs ace Marcus Stroman has been embroiled in trade rumors as sources around the league speculate whether the Cubs will be buyers or sellers at the trade deadline. Even if he does get traded, Stroman wants to make sure his love for Chicago and the Cubs is well known, reports The Athletic’s Patrick Mooney. […]

Marcus Stroman is one of the best pitchers in Major League Baseball this season and earned his second All-Star nod, but the Chicago Cubs ace does not plan on pitching in the 2023 MLB All-Star Game next week in Seattle. Stroman will rather elect to take the extra day of rest, which would give him […]

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman has had a very strong season, earning a trip to the All-Star Game in Seattle, but he took to Twitter to make a huge endorsement for his teammate Justin Steele. “Justin Steele should be the starter for the NL. Honestly, shouldn’t even be a debate! @J_Steele21,” Marcus Stroman wrote […]

Shohei Ohtani has taken the sports world by storm this month and with each incredible feat he accomplishes more eyes are put on him. His latest draw-dropping performance sparked a “greatest of all-time” reaction from Chicago Cubs ace Marcus Stroman. Ohtani struck out 10 Chicago White Sox hitters and launched two solo home runs in […]

It’s been four years since Marcus Stroman left the Toronto Blue Jays, but the Chicago Cubs’ pitcher is sticking up for a player on his former team. Marcus Stroman isn’t happy about the way critics are talking about Alek Manoah, who was demoted to the minor leagues and has looked like he doesn’t even belong […]

Chicago Cubs ace Marcus Stroman said he doesn’t expect to miss a start after exiting Sunday’s London Series finale against the St. Louis Cardinals with a blister on his finger. “I think I should be good,” Stroman said. “I’ve got two more starts before the break, and then I think that break should give me […]

The Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals have taken their rivalry overseas to London, England. Unfortunately, star pitcher Marcus Stroman left the game at London Stadium early due to a finger injury. “Marcus Stroman exited the game with a blister on his right index finger. The blister didn’t open up so the Cubs removed him […]

Marcus Stroman has been one of the best pitchers in all of baseball this season. The Chicago Cubs, meanwhile, have been a so-so team. They’re currently 3.5 games back of the blazing hot Cincinnati Reds, who just took first place this week. But for all intents and purposes, it seems that the Cubs will be […]

Marcus Stroman is loving life with the Chicago Cubs amid his best season yet as a pro. He has expressed his desire to stay in Chicago long-term and the feeling seems mutual on the Cubs side. Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts said he is excited about the prospect of Stroman signing an extension. “I’m really excited […]

Marcus Stroman is never one to hold back. He is expressive on the mound and vocal on social media. Whatever he lacks in size, he makes up for in fiery intensity. And it has translated exceptionally well this season with the Chicago Cubs, as the 32-year-old is arguably the best pitcher in the National League. […]

The Chicago Cubs didn’t enter the 2023 season with many expectations, and to this point, they have been what everyone was expecting them to be entering the season. The Cubs are rebuilding, and while they have some talented players, they aren’t good enough on their own to single-handedly make Chicago a playoff contender. The Cubs […]