Pedro Strop signs an extension with the Cubs and minor-league deals galore for Mat Latos, Gordon Beckham, and Yusmeiro Petit.
Which young pitchers does PECOTA see as having breakout potential in 2017?
Brandon Phillips finally accepts a trade, Chase Utley returns to the Dodgers on the cheap, and the Cubs and Royals make a minor swap.
Greg Holland chooses Colorado for his comeback, Jerry Blevins and Fernando Salas stay in New York, Scott Feldman looks to eat innings in Cincinnati, and Boone Logan needs context.
Hal Steinbrenner asked a question without really wanting to know the answer.
Jon Lester should be just fine without David Ross and the rest of baseball can learn something from the Cubs’ catching plan.
After missing out on Tyson Ross, the Cubs add another oft-injured starter.
Kyle Hendricks might be a lot closer to Greg Maddux than he thinks.
Kansas City needs power and Jorge Soler needs playing time, so it’s a perfect match.
Wrigley Field’s ongoing overhaul means no more on-field bullpens and the stories that came with them.
Dexter Fowler stays in the NL Central, signing a five-year, $82.5 million deal with the Cardinals.
Chicago adds Wade Davis and Koji Uehara to a rebuilt bullpen, while Kansas City makes a big bet on Jorge Soler’s power.
Arizona adds outfield depth, Chicago adds pitching depth, and Tampa Bay gives up on Lamb.
Will Cy Young voters again be fooled by the Cubs’ defense?
Hey Steve, they’re playing your song.
Field Marshal Terry Francona vs. Generalissimo Joe Maddon.
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