Chicago White Sox vs. Chicago Cubs
A year ago, it appeared the first intra-Chicago World Series in over a century was possible. The Chicago Cubs were coasting to their second straight division title, while the Chicago White Sox were in a nip tuck battle with the Minnesota Twins. Ultimately, both teams made the playoffs,...
Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs
Two fading playoff contenders meet for the first of four games in Los Angeles as the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Dodgers try to stop the slide against each other. The Dodgers (71-50) are in a better position than the Chicago Cubs simply because they had built such a huge lead in...
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Chicago Cubs
The Philadelphia Phillies used their latest new hand to win a game in Chicago when Pedro Martinez pitched in the majors for the first time in nearly a year Wednesday against the Cubs. His start can be deemed a success, but not nearly as big of a success as Cliff Lee’s start in Philadelphia. Martinez...
Philadelphia Phillies vs. Chicago Cubs
The Chicago Cubs have seemingly turned back into their 2009 form after playing much like their 2008 form since the All-Star break. The Cubs (58-53) moved ahead of the Cardinals a couple of times after playing well, but have slumped, fallen three games out of first and look to avoid...
Chicago Cubs vs. Colorado Rockies
One of the more intriguing National League matchups of the weekend pits the Chicago Cubs, in a bitter battle with their archrivals for the NL Central, against the Colorado Rockies, also in a tight battle with a divisional rival for the NL Wild-Card. The Rockies (59-49) are a game...
Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds
Wrigley South, a.k.a. The Great American Ballpark, has been rocking the last two nights as the resurgent Chicago Cubs have powered their way past a seemingly listless team and fan base in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Reds (45-61) is a long way from their glory days of the Big Red Machine...
Chicago Cubs vs. Florida Marlins
The Chicago Cubs recent hot streak has moved them into first place by a ½ game, but now they will head to the road and hope their offense and winning ways can keep it up away from the friendly confines. Chicago (54-46) just finished off a seven-game home stand by going 6-1. They...
Chicago Cubs vs. Houston Astros
Plenty of sore feelings have gone around in the series of NL Central contenders as the four-game set concludes with the Chicago Cubs looking to win three of four and the Houston Astros are seeking a split. The first game of the series was highlighted-or in the Houston Astros (51-50)...
Chicago Cubs vs. Houston Astros
If the Houston Astros want to stay in the race in the NL Central, they will have to find a way to win road games and they will also try to avoid wasting great pitching efforts. The Astros (50-49) and the Chicago Cubs (52-45) engaged in a pitching duel at Wrigley Field on Monday night....
Chicago Cubs vs. Houston Astros
Injuries, infighting and inconsistent play has cost the Chicago Cubs from living up to their lofty expectations this season, but a recent hot streak and cold snap from the St. Louis Cardinals has allowed Chicago to climb into first place, ever so slightly. The Cubs (51-45) hold a...