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Five Reasons the Cubs Could Be Even Better in 2017

Mar 27, 2017

It’s hard to imagine that the Chicago Cubs could actually be better in 2017 after a 2016 season that saw them win 103 games in the regular season and their first World Series title in 108 years. That's especial...

Who Should Hit Leadoff for the Cubs?

Niklas Jarvinen

Feb 8, 2017

Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs' biggest loss this offseason was Dexter Fowler. They have depth and can replace him and they’ll still be good, but the biggest question for them now is who is going to be their leadoff hitter? ...

St. Louis Reaches Agreement with Dexter Fowler

Matt Wojciak

Dec 8, 2016

Breaking News, Contract, Offseason, St. Louis Cardinals

Despite reports that Dexter Fowler was not interested in the team due to issues with manager Mike Matheny, the St. Louis Cardinals have managed to reach an agreement with the 30-year-old outfielder pending the ...

Seattle Mariners Wish List for 2017

Kyle Head

Nov 11, 2016

Features, Offseason, Seattle Mariners

The Seattle Mariners were on the verge of their first postseason berth since 2001 this past season but fell just short. With their core four of Felix Hernandez, Nelson Cruz, Robinson Cano, and Kyle Seager under...

John Lackey: 2,500 Innings, 30 Teams Beaten, Cardinals Dominated

David N. Wilson

Apr 19, 2016

Chicago Cubs, St. Louis Cardinals

Busch stadium saw two familiar faces take the field last night: John Lackey was on the mound for the Chicago Cubs in the season opener of this nearly ancient baseball rivalry, and Jason Heyward was in right fie...

Backward K Podcast: Episode 09

Ryan Blake

Mar 3, 2016

Baltimore Orioles, Chicago Cubs, Features, Podcasts, Texas Rangers, Transactions

This episode was our third time going solo, but we ended up getting a surprise phone call that led to some good conversation about baseball card collecting, and a plug for one of our favorite Baltimore-area mem...

What are the Orioles’ Options for Right Field After Fowler Debacle?

Joshua Sadlock

Feb 27, 2016

Baltimore Orioles, Features, Opinions & Predictions

Credit: Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images North America I sat down early Wednesday morning to write a post evaluating the likely Opening Day lineup for the Baltimore Orioles. Dexter Fowler would have been penc...

Dexter Fowler Signing With Chicago Cubs, Five Takeaways

Nick Schaeflein

Feb 25, 2016

Breaking News, Chicago Cubs, Features, Headlines, Major League Baseball, National League, National League Central

Did anyone really think that the Chicago Cubs and Theo Epstein were finished building up the roster this winter? On Thursday the Cubs once again made headlines with two separate moves to help better their team ...

Dexter Fowler Leaves Orioles, Re-Signs With Cubs

Zach Bernard

Feb 25, 2016

Baltimore Orioles, Breaking News, Chicago Cubs, Transactions

Dexter Fowler has agreed to a one-year deal with the Chicago Cubs worth $8 million, with a mutual option for 2017 that could pocket him an additional $9 million if he stays with the team. “Hold on a second,”...

Orioles Sign Dexter Fowler to Three-Year Deal

Ryan Blake

Feb 23, 2016

Baltimore Orioles, Headlines, Transactions

The Baltimore Orioles have agreed to terms with outfielder Dexter Fowler on a three-year deal worth approximately $35 million, according to reports. MASNsports.com's Roch Kubatko was the first to report the ...

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