Miguel Montero delivered the first pinch-hit, go-ahead Grand Slam in postseason history in Cubs 8-4 victory over Dodgers in Game 1 of NLCS Facing a must-win in the opener of the National League Championship Series, the Cubs saw the Dodgers tie Game 1 at three with two runs in the eighth. With Wrigley Field as quiet as it had been in over a year, the Cubs put together a five-run rally in the bottom of the eighth with all the runs scoring on two swings. And the Cubs took Game 1 of the NLCS in … [Read more...]
The Daily CCO: Kris Bryant Ties for Fourth in Voting for AP Male Athlete of the Year
Kris Bryant made headlines again Tuesday as the accolades for the National League MVP and World Series Champion keep rolling in. Kris Bryant tied for fourth in the voting for the AP Male Athlete of the Year with Steph Curry. LeBron James was named the Associated Press’ Male Athlete of the Year for the second time in his career. Bryant came within a vote of being named by the BBWAA the unanimous winner of the NL MVP Award last month. Bryant had already added a Hank Aaron Award to his trophy … [Read more...]
Cubs Rewind: Ninth Inning Comeback in Game 4 of NLDS
Cubs scored four runs in ninth inning of Game 4 of NLDS to beat the Giants 6-5 and advanced to National League Championship Series Leading two games to one in the Best-of-Five National League Division Series, the Cubs entered the ninth inning of Game 4 trailing 5-2. And once again the Cubs did not quit. Joe Maddon’s team put together a comeback for the ages, one that gave Giants’ manager Bruce Bochy nightmares for several weeks after the game. Needing to avoid Johnny Cueto and Madison … [Read more...]
Cubs Rewind: Javier Baez’s Eighth Inning Homer in Game 1 of NLDS
Javier Baez took Johnny Cueto deep in the bottom of the eighth in Game 1 of NLDS for a 1-0 Cubs win Each one of the 11 wins for the Cubs on the way to The World Series Championship provided unforgettable moments. And Javier Baez supplied the first one in the opener of the Division Series against the Giants. Jon Lester and Johnny Cueto locked in a pitcher’s duel to start the playoffs. Lester limited the Giants to five hits over eight shutout innings, giving up just one extra base knock and … [Read more...]
The Daily CCO: A Good Year for the Emeralds and Other Cubs News and Notes
The Eugene Emeralds, the Short-Season Class-A affiliate of the World Series Champion Chicago Cubs, had a good year. The Emeralds won the Northwest League Championship, one of three titles in the Cubs system during the 2016 season. The Emeralds had the best record in the Northwest League (54-22, .711) and took home the first outright championship for the franchise in 41 years. On the way to the being the best team in the league, the Emeralds set the Northwest League record for consecutive wins … [Read more...]
Cubs Weekend Headlines: Happy Holidays, Minor Signings, Prospects Updates and a Roster Move
Major League Baseball took a much-needed breather on Christmas Day. Leading up to the holiday weekend was rather busy throughout the game as free agents continued to sign and front offices worked on their rosters for Spring Training. The Cubs signed four players to minor league contracts. Two Cubs prospects continue to put up good numbers in Winter Ball. Tom provided an in-depth look at the pitchers that could make up Double-A Tennessee’s pitching staff when the season starts. And the Cubs … [Read more...]
The Daily CCO: Cubs World Series Title Voted Top AP Sports Story of 2016
The Associated Press announced Sunday that the Cubs World Series Championship was voted as its sports story of the year. The Cubs World Series title was the “runaway winner for top sports story of 2016.” The Cubs received 48 of 59 first place votes, a total of 549 points in balloting by AP members and editors. The death of Muhammad Ali was the second biggest sports story of the year followed by the Cleveland Cavaliers winning the NBA title. • Full Report from The Associated … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas to the Cubs Faithful
Happy Christmas to the Cubs faithful from Chicago Cubs Online Cubs fans everywhere had their Christmas wish from a year ago answered on November 2. The Cubs had the best season in franchise history and won The World Series. The Cubs punched their ticket to the Fall Classic by beating the Dodgers in the NLCS for the organization’s first National League Pennant in 71 years … The Cubs did not quit after being down 3-1 in The Series to the Indians. The Cubs were behind 1-0 in Game 5 and … [Read more...]
The Daily CCO: Cubs Christmas Eve News, Notes and Rumors
Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! It’s Christmas Eve and the front office continued its search for pitching leading into the holidays. The Cubs acquired lefty reliever David Rollins off waivers, again, on Friday and he was added to the 40-man roster for a second time this off-season. The Cubs signed two pitchers and two position players to minor league contracts. And the front office, along with around 20 other teams, is pursuing RHP Tyson Ross as reports suggest he might not pick a team … [Read more...]
Christian Villanueva Signs Minor League Deal with Padres
Former top Cubs’ prospect, INF Christian Villanueva signs minor league contract with Padres According to a report from Baseball America’s Matt Eddy, INF Christian Villanueva has signed a minor league deal with the San Diego Padres. The Cubs non-tendered Villanueva on Dec. 2 and he elected free agency. Out of minor league options, Villanueva reported to Spring Training last February focused on making the team out of camp. Villanueva broke his right leg during infield practice on one of the … [Read more...]
