32 Results for chicago cubs

Wide-open division races should make for a compelling finish

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

With five of the six division races still very much up for grabs, which teams hold a scheduling advantage over the final eight weeks of the regular season?

Story | Conversation | August 04, 2008

By adding Soriano, expectations rise for Cubs

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

With his combination of both power and speed, expect Alfonso Soriano to provide an offensive jolt to the Cubs' lineup in '07.

Story | Conversation | January 18, 2007

Blind bidding process first step to signing Matsuzaka

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Japanese pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka is expected to be highly pursued this offseason, but it's not a certainty he'll pitch in the majors in 2007.

Story | Conversation | October 30, 2006

Piniella not a shoo-in to land a managerial job

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Will Lou Piniella land a managerial job for the '07 season? How about Joe Girardi? Sean McAdam sizes up the four vacant posts.

Story | Conversation | October 10, 2006

Those that fell far short of expectations

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

The Indians are among five teams that were expected to be contenders, but instead have disappointed.

Story | Conversation | September 26, 2006

Hope returns to Detroit, Cincinnati

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

As the season approaches the quarter pole, here's a look at the most surprising and disappointing developments.

Story | Conversation | May 11, 2006

Teams that have much in reserve

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

The Dodgers are among the few teams that will enter the '06 season with a number of quality bench players, writes Sean McAdam.

Story | Conversation | March 20, 2006

Old memories die hard

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Just because Grady Little is wearing Dodger blue now doesn't mean Red Sox Nation has forgiven him, writes Sean McAdam.

Story | Conversation | March 12, 2006

If healthy, Garciaparra should help Dodgers

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Once considered to be among the game's elite players, Nomar Garciaparra will enter 2006 seeking to regain his former status.

Story | Conversation | January 31, 2006

Far from a buyer's market this winter

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Money will be spent, but without any franchise players available, it's a down year for free agency.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2005

First class all the way

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Life on the road is better than it has ever been for major league baseball players, writes Sean McAdam.

Story | Conversation | June 10, 2005

Uncovering the bargains

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Nomar Garciaparra leads a group of players who could prove to be big bargains in the '05 season.

Story | Conversation | January 05, 2005

Nomar could undoubtedly excel again

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

If healthy, Nomar Garciaparra could return to being an elite players again for the Cubs in 2005.

Story | Conversation | December 08, 2004

Wild cards most compelling

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

Six weeks left. Eight playoff spots up for grabs. Which races are over and which ones will go down to the wire?

Story | Conversation | August 18, 2004

Big Unit remains the big prize

Sean McAdam, Special to ESPN.com

As the July 31 trading deadline approaches, there are a large number of teams looking to acquire players.

Story | Conversation | July 06, 2004