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• Minor League Wrap: Ballesteros homers as Iowa beats Memphis, 4-3

Moises Ballesteros | Photo by Matt Dirksen/Chicago Cubs/Getty Images The big prospects come through in wins for Iowa, Tennessee and South Bend. So baseball is back today. But you probably figured that out yourselves. There was a ton of movement in the system today. I’m going to try to put the moves in a format that’s easier to read. To Iowa Cubs (AAA) Shortstop Fabian Pertuz (from Tenness...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Iowa stops Omaha, 6-5

Luis Vazquez | Photo by Matt Dirksen/Chicago Cubs/Getty Images Iowa powers past Omaha. Tennessee’s win streak ends. Myrtle Beach keeps reeling. It’s been confirmed that right-hander Hunter Bigge is being promoted to Chicago for his major-league debut. Bigge was a 12th-round pick out of Harvard in 2019. He didn’t join Iowa until June 4 this year as he missed the first two month of the seas...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Haydn McGeary homers twice, four Smokies pitchers combine to one-hit Barons, 6-0

Haydn McGeary | Angelina Alcantar/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK The Smokies pitch a one-hitter and hit three home runs. Iowa trounces St. Paul. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs defiled the St. Paul Saints (Twins), 9-1. Kyle McGowin didn’t allow a run over his five-inning start. McGowin gave up three hits and walked two while striking out six. Because Iowa’s bats didn’t wake up until the bottom ...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Smokies shut down Barons, 4-1

James Triantos | Angelina Alcantar/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK Iowa stages a big comeback for a win. The Smokies and Pelicans also are winners. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs condemned the St. Paul Saints (Twins), 11-9. Dan Straily put the I-Cubs in a hole early, giving up five runs by the third inning. But he stayed in the game and gave Iowa some innings. His final line was five runs on s...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: South Bend stomps on Timber Rattlers, 8-4

Jonathon Long and Brett Bateman | MICHAEL CLUBB/SOUTH BEND TRIBUNE / USA TODAY NETWORK South Bend has the only win in the system tonight, thanks in part to Jonathon Long and Parker Chavers. The Cubs signed shortstop Jack Reinheimer and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa. He last played for Gastonia in the independent Atlantic League. Reinheimer played for the Diamondbacks in 2017 and the Mets i...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Felix Stevens homers as South Bend beats Peoria, 4-3

Felix Stevens | MANDATORY CREDIT: Austin Hough / South Bend Tribune / USA TODAY NETWORK Wins tonight for South Bend, Iowa and Mesa. Left-hander Brad Wieck rejoined Iowa. He replaced Keegan Thompson on the roster. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs sunk the Columbus Clippers (Guardians), 3-2. Starter Dan Straily pitched 5.2 innings, allowing two runs on four hits. Straily struck out seven and did not...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Iowa stops Omaha, 6-5
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• Minor League Wrap: Haydn McGeary homers twice, four Smokies pitchers combine to one-hit Barons, 6-0
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• Minor League Wrap: Felix Stevens homers as South Bend beats Peoria, 4-3
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• Minor League Wrap: Ed Howard has 4 hits as South Bend blasts Quad Cities, 15-0

Ed Howard | GREG SWIERCZ / USA TODAY NETWORK Some worrying news for a top Cubs prospect, but Iowa wins anyway. South Bend has a big night. Right-hander Michael Arias was promoted to Triple-A Iowa from Double-A Tennessee. There’s some bad news about Cubs top pitching prospect Cade Horton tonight. But it’s the kind of news where you say “It could have been worse.” Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs ech...2024
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• Get to know the Iowa Cubs

Lily Smith/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK The Cubs’ Triple-A affiliate takes the field. The minor league season starts . . .well, the Triple-A season started yesterday . . .and that means it’s time to take stock of the Cubs minor league farm system. As we’ve written in these pages over the past few months, the Cubs farm system is the strongest it has been since the 2013-15 period that le...2024
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• Cubs 9, Mariners 9: Home runs from some new Cubs

Garrett Cooper | Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports Garrett Cooper and Michael Busch homered Regular readers of these recaps know that I was less than impressed when the Cubs signed Garrett Cooper to a minor-league deal just before Spring Training began. He didn’t seem to have the power the team was looking for and could only play first base. Cooper homered and doubled in Sunday’s Cubs 9-5 wi...2024
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• Cubs 8, Rangers 6: The power barrage continues

Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports The Cubs sent more baseballs out of the yard Sunday at Sloan Park. MESA, Arizona — The Cubs hosted many of the regulars from the defending World Series champion Rangers and put the hurt on them, hitting two home runs and smashing several other extra-base hits in an 8-6 victory. Since March 9, including split-squad games, the Cubs are 8-1. (Not that spring wins...2024
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• Cubs vs. Reds at Goodyear preview, Thursday 3/7, 7:05 CT

Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports A second spring night game in three days! This & that... ICYMI, Caleb Kilian is likely out for several months with a shoulder injury In the same linked article: Nick Madrigal has another hamstring strain Ian Happ likely isn’t back until late March Some thoughts on Dominic Smith and his chances to make the Opening Day roster Here are today’s particulars. Cu...2024
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• Cub Tracks gets over the hump

Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news and notes, links and discussion, plus more or less scientific food for thought. Cody Bellinger is back, Morelism, and other stories. Enjoy the music. WELCOME to today’s episode of Cub Tracks news and notes™, a greatest-hits collection of Chicago-style beat writers and bloggers, ground from #Cubs, #MiLB, and #MLB baseball, overheated...2024
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• Cubs vs. Guardians at Mesa preview, Sunday 3/3, 2:05 CT

Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports The Cubs begin the work week with a home game. MESA, Arizona — News item: Ian Happ has a minor hamstring injury. It appears to have happened when he was running out a ground ball in the third inning of Thursday’s game against the Rockies. Owen Caissie replaced Happ in left field in the next inning. The Cubs hope he’ll be ready for Opening Day: ‘‘Optimisti...2024
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• Dear MLB: Promote your best player, Ronald Acuña Jr.
Photo by Matthew Grimes Jr./Atlanta Braves/Getty Images Major League Baseball has fundamentally changed the game to appeal to an addle-brained generation that gets its info in less than 60 seconds, in 280 characters, or through a filtered picture of an illusory life. It has not and will not work. Like the guy who changes himself to get the girl, all that he has done is lose her respect and...2023
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"Edwin Escobar, Sam McWilliams and Richard Lovelady let the Rangers back in the game, allowing a total of five runs, including two homers, in two innings."

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"The Cubs have agreed to a contract with left-hander Edwin Escobar, according to reporter Luis Enrique Morales (X link)."

2017
"The Indians announced today that lefty Edwin Escobar has been released to pursue an opportunity with a Japanese organization."

2016
"Astros starter Collin McHugh pitched a complete-game gem and his club's offense lit up D-backs starter Edwin Escobar in his first Major League start, striking for eight runs (seven earned) on 10 hits against the left-hander in an 8-3 win over Arizona on Monday afternoon at Chase Field."

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"The Red Sox activated left-handed reliever Edwin Escobar from the 15-day disabled list shortly after Saturday's 5-4 loss to the Blue Jays at Fenway Park."

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"The Red Sox traded a struggling Peavy to the Giants back in July in exchange for pitching prospects Heath Hembree and Edwin Escobar."

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• Cub Tracks’ double dip

Allan Henry-USA TODAY Sports #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news and notes, links and discussion, plus more or less scientific food for thought. Justin Steele gives everyone a scare, Cubs lose a pair, and other stories. WELCOME to today’s episode of Cub Tracks news and notes™, a greatest-hits collection of Chicago-style beat writers and bloggers, ground from #Cubs, #MiLB, and #MLB baseball, overhe...2024
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• Cubs 5, Rockies 2: The old school recap

Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports With no video or photos from this game, what you get is descriptions. It is very odd, in the year 2024, to not have any audio or video live coverage of a Major League Baseball game. Yes, even in Spring Training, where the Cubs do cover nearly every game, and all those at home. But this one, about 10 miles north of the Cubs’ Sloan Park complex, had none. So I ca...2024
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• Cubs vs. Rockies at Mesa preview, Thursday 2/29, 2:05 CT

Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images The Cubs return home to face the visitors from Colorado. MESA, Arizona — Happy Leap Year Day to all those who celebrate! Interesting note from a few days ago that I missed: Former Cubs prospect Brailyn Marquez, who departed as a free agent from the team in November, had signed with the Astros in December. Houston released Marquez a week ago. Marquez hasn’t p...2024
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• BCB After Dark: Who is the best acquisition?

Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks who has been the best pickup this winter—so far at least. It’s another Wednesday night here at BCB After Dark: the hippest happening for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We’re so glad you decided to stop by. Come on in and grab a seat. There’s no cover charge. The show will s...2024
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• Cub Tracks’ meeting deadlines

Getty Images #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news and notes. The picture is bound to become clearer soon. Isn’t it? Welcome to today’s episode of Cub Tracks news and notes™, a greatest-hits collection of Chicago-style beat writers and bloggers, ground from #Cubs, #MiLB, and #MLB baseball, overheated, steeped in writers’ tears, and then cold-brewed overnight for maximum flavor. Well, so the Meetings...2023
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• Former top pitching prospect returns to MLB after seven years

The Cubs have agreed to a contract with left-hander Edwin Escobar....2023
• Cubs To Sign Edwin Escobar
The Cubs have agreed to a contract with left-hander Edwin Escobar, according to reporter Luis Enrique Morales (X link). The details of the deal are not currently known, though Escobar has updated his personal Instagram page to reflect his new team. Escobar, 32 in April, was a consensus top-100 prospect prior to the 2014 season.…...2023
• Cub Tracks’ parade rest and massacree

Getty Images #Cubs, #MLB, and #MiLB news and notes. You can get anything you want, but you might have to wait to get what you need. Welcome to today’s episode of Cub Tracks news and notes™, a greatest-hits collection of Chicago-style beat writers and bloggers, ground from #Cubs, #MiLB, and #MLB baseball, overheated, steeped in writers’ tears, and then cold-brewed overnight for maximum flav...2023
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• BCB After Dark: The wisdom of Wisdom

Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should have brought back Patrick Wisdom for 2024. It’s another week here at BCB After Dark: the swingingest set for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. We hope you’ve had a great last weekend as we head into the upcoming holiday weekend. As our present to you, there’s no co...2023
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• Minor League Wrap: Mervis, I-Cubs, blast past Louisville, 11-3

Matt Mervis | Lily Smith/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK Iowa blast by Louisville. Tennessee quiets Montgomery. South Bend and Myrtle Beach win in extras. Left-hander Mitchell Tyranski and right-hander Gabriel Agrazal were added to the Myrtle Beach Pelicans roster. Right-hander Mason McGwire went on the temporarily inactive list. Everybody wins! Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs broke the Louisvi...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Strumpf slugs I-Cubs past Mud Hens, 9-6

Chase Strumpf | Lily Smith/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK Three losses today, but a win for the I-Cubs. David Bote went on the injured list after taking a pitch in the wrist yesterday. RHP Matthew Thompson was promoted to Iowa from Tennessee, although I assume he’s taking Daniel Palencia’s spot and not Bote’s. In case anyone is new around here, there’s no Minor League Wrap on most Monday...2024
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• Cubs vs. Rockies at Scottsdale preview, Thursday 3/21, 3:10 CT

Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images Another road spring contest for the Cubs. Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: Here is today's #Cubs starting lineup vs. Colorado at Salt River Fields. pic.twitter.com/5l7OMjPQFC— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) March 21, 2024 Rockies lineup: #Rockies lineup vs #Cubs 3/21 (3:05 CT): Blackmon DH, Tovar SS, Rodgers 2B, Jones CF, Bouchard LF, Montero...2024
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• Cubs vs. Rangers at Mesa preview, Sunday 3/17, 3:05 CT

Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images Happy St. Patrick’s Day! MESA, Arizona — Today’s roster moves: Here. What will become of Drew Smyly with the Cubs this year? He didn’t look good in his Saturday outing in Mesa against the Royals, but per this Meghan Montemurro article in the Tribune, Smyly was satisfied with his effort: Smyly’s final line from his start Saturday did not look great — ...2024
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• Cubs vs. Athletics at Mesa preview, Thursday 3/14, 3:05 CT

Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports The Cubs return to Sloan Park for an afternoon contest. MESA, Arizona — There’s been a little parlor game floating around social media the last year or so: “Name Six A’s.” Can you do it? Obviously if you scroll down this post you can name four, because I’ve got four pitchers listed for them. Besides those four? Can you name six others? I looked at their 40-man...2024
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• Cubs vs. Rangers at Surprise preview, Sunday 3/10, 3:05 CT

Allan Henry-USA TODAY Sports Heading west again. Daylight Saving time began earlier today. This means that most spring day games will now begin at 3:05 Chicago time, instead of 2:05 (unless otherwise noted). Here are today’s particulars. Cubs lineup: Here is today's #Cubs starting lineup vs. the Rangers at Surprise Stadium.Tune in: https://t.co/Gs2hZXyTjH pic.twitter.com/NOCdHXI4Of— Chic...2024
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• Cubs vs. Reds at Goodyear preview, Thursday 3/7, 7:05 CT
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• Cub Tracks gets over the hump
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• BCB After Dark: Who is the best acquisition?
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• Cub Tracks’ parade rest and massacree
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• BCB After Dark: The wisdom of Wisdom
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• Dear MLB: Promote your best player, Ronald Acuña Jr.
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• Cubs 8, Rangers 6: The power barrage continues
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• Cubs 5, Guardians 3: David Bote, star man

Allan Henry-USA TODAY Sports The Cubs infielder is making a bid for the Opening Day roster. MESA, Arizona — I keep telling you guys that David Bote has a real chance to make the Cubs this year, and he put another point on the board in his favor when he hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning against the Guardians Sunday. That gave the Cubs the lead and proved to be the winning blow in a ...2024
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• David Bote is among five Cubs roster cuts

Photo by Matt Dirksen/Getty Images The team reduced the spring roster to 37 Thursday. There has been much discussion here about whether David Bote would make the Opening Day roster. After a strong start to Spring Training his numbers declined a bit, and now stand at .222/.271/.578 (10-for-45), but with five home runs. Thursday, the Cubs sent Bote back to the minor-league camp. Three other ...2024
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• Cubs 5, Rangers 1: Drew Smyly and Jordan Wicks show their stuff

Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports Sunday’s game featured very good outings from this pair of Cubs lefthanders. With Jameson Taillon now possibly missing Opening Day, the Cubs will possibly need an extra starter to fill in. One of those potential starters is Drew Smyly, and he had a fine outing against the Rangers. So did Jordan Wicks, who’s in contention for the fifth starter spot. The entire ...2024
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• McHugh dominates D-backs in first CG
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• Bochy: Peavy trade was best in-season move of 2014
Only time will tell just how good the Jake Peavy trade was for the Boston Red Sox. The San Francisco Giants sure aren’t complaining. The Red Sox traded a struggling Peavy to the Giants back in July in exchange for pitching prospects Heath Hembree and Edwin Escobar. Peavy turned his season around, guided the Giants to the postseason and contributed toward San Francisco nabbing its third World Ser...2014
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• Minor League Wrap: Mervis, I-Cubs, blast past Louisville, 11-3
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• Minor League Wrap: Owen Caissie hits 1st Triple-A HR in Iowa’s 4-3 win

Owen Caissie | Lily Smith/The Register / USA TODAY NETWORK Solid wins for Iowa and Tennessee. Embarrassing losses for South Bend and Myrtle Beach. It’s very disorienting looking at the I-Cubs box score and seeing Levi Jordan and P.J. Higgins in the lineup and not recognizing the rest of the names. And then you realize you’re looking at the Bats lineup. Baseball America has added South Ben...2024
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• Minor League Wrap: Strumpf slugs I-Cubs past Mud Hens, 9-6
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• Cubs 9, Mariners 9: Home runs from some new Cubs
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• Cub Tracks’ double dip
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• Cubs vs. Rockies at Scottsdale preview, Thursday 3/21, 3:10 CT
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