Yoan Moncada Reports To Camp

Chicago White Sox third baseman Yoan Moncada (undisclosed) has returned to White Sox camp. There was no initial reason as to why Moncada’s arrival was delayed, but Moncada said he had tested positive for COVID-19. Moncada is coming off of his breakout season and he will look to build off of that success this year. […]

Kyle Hendricks Will Start Opening Day

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks will get the call on Opening Day this year. Hendricks was competing with Yu Darvish for the season opener. The Professor has quietly been one of the better starting pitchers over the last five seasons and getting the nod on Opening Day helps prove that. Hendricks pitches better at […]

Anthony Rizzo Takes Live Batting Practice

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) took like batting practice on Thursday. On Wednesday a MRI revealed that Rizzo was dealing with lower back pain, but Thursday’s action should be looked at with a positive sign. The slugger saw 17 pitches and bunted six times, he also did some light running around the bases. […]

Anthony Rizzo Dealing With Inflammation

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) had an MRI earlier this week that confirmed that he has inflammation in his lower back. Manager David Ross indicated that it’s still too early to determine if Rizzo will be placed on the injured list. If Rizzo misses time, catcher Victor Caratini and third baseman/outfielder Kris Bryant […]

David Ross Impressed With Jason Kipnis

Chicago Cubs manager David Ross has been impressed with second baseman Jason Kipnis. Ross raved about the second baseman’s baserunning and said in regards to his fielding that Kipnis is “moving better than he was in Spring Training.” Kipnis signed a minor league deal this offseason and will compete with infielders Nico Hoerner, David Bote […]

Anthony Rizzo Takes Batting Practice

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) took part in line batting practice Sunday. The Cubs wanted a preferred for their slugger, who has been dealing with lower back tightness this week. Manager David Ross also said Rizzo is doing better. Rizzo has dealt with back issues over the last couple of seasons, but doesn’t […]

Anthony Rizzo Participates On Saturday

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) played catch and took part in infield drills on Saturday. Rizzo has sat the past few days with lower back tightness, an injury that he has dealt with over the past couple of season. Manager David Ross said Rizzo is “moving in the right direction.” This is a […]

Cubs Add Hernan Perez To Player Pool

The Chicago Cubs have added infielder Hernan Perez to their player pool. Perez was signed to a minor league deal this offseason after struggling last season with the Milwaukee Brewers. Perez adds versatility to the Cubs and will compete for one of their final bench spots. For now, Perez can be left on the waiver […]

Anthony Rizzo Sidelined With Back Injury

Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo (back) remained sidelined on Wednesday. Manager David Ross said that the club is approaching Rizzo’s back with caution and he is day-to-day. Rizzo has dealt with back issues over the last couple of seasons, but for now it should not remain a big issue. Rizzo remains one of the […]

Andrew Vaughn Getting Work At Third Base

Chicago White Sox first base prospect Andrew Vaughn has been getting practice at third base. Manager Rick Renteria said "He has all the makings of being able to play that position." A move to third base would likely allow Vaughn to get to the big leagues significantly faster, because Jose Abreu is firm at first […]

Gio Gonzalez Feels His Shoulder His 95 Percent

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Gio Gonzalez (shoulder) said that he has done a lot of physical therapy during the quarantine and feels as if he’s around 95%. Gonzalez signed a one-year deal this offseason, but with Michael Kopech (elbow) and Carlos Rodon (elbow) returning from Tommy John surgery, it’s unclear what his role with […]

Kyle Ryan Hasn’t Arrived At Cubs Camp

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Kyle Ryan has been absent from the team's camp due to a process-based testing delay. It sounds as though he should join up with the team at Wrigley Field sooner than later. The lefty latched onto a role with the Club last season and was successful with a 3.54 ERA in […]

Yu Darvish Adds Another Pitch

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Yu Darvish has added a new pitch called the "Supreme,” which is a hybrid pitch that combines a two-seam fastball with a splitter. This will be his 10th pitch that he throws. Darvish had a phenomenal second half of 2019 in which the right-hander had 118 strikeouts and only seven walks […]

Dylan Cease Believes He’s Ready For Opening Day

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease said on Monday that he believes he’ll be ready to throw five to six innings when Opening Day arrives. After being one of the top pitching prospects, Cease made his debut in 2019 and recorded 5.79 ERA in 73 innings over 14 starts. Cease was able to record […]

Carlos Rodon Is Ready To Contribute

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (elbow) threw the equivalent of three innings on Sunday against live hitters. Rodon threw 45 pitches and is now fully recovered from the Tommy John surgery he underwent 14 months ago. The injury bug has been the biggest downfall in his career thus far, but Rodon said he […]

Michael Kopech Dealing With Personal Matter

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Michael Kopech (personal) will be away from the team's camp as he deals with a personal matter. White Sox general manager Rick Hahn said that Kopech is healthy, but there is no timetable for his return. Kopech is expected to be with the big league club this season after recovering […]

Jose Quintana To Be Re-Evaluated In Two Weeks

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jose Quintana (thumb) underwent surgery to repair an injury on his left thumb that required five stitches. Quintana will start throwing and be re-evaluated in two weeks. The lefty has had an underwhelming showing in two and a half years as a Cub and owners shouldn’t consider him outside of streaming […]

Brad Wieck Ready To Return

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Brad Wieck (heart) appears ready to go for the Cubs after undergoing a heart procedure in February. Wieck was acquired by the Cubs from the Padres last year and finished with a 5.71 ERA between the two clubs. Wieck pitched better with the Cubs and will compete for a bullpen spot […]

Kris Bryant To Bat First For Cubs

Chicago Cubs manager David Ross has remained committed to batting third baseman Kris Bryant first and first baseman Anthony Rizzo in the two-hole this year. Bryant should see an increase in runs scored and will continue to operate as one of the top slugging third baseman in all formats. Bryant could be a good bargain […]

Andrew Vaughn, Nick Madrigal Part Of White Sox Player Pool

Chicago White Sox first base prospect Andrew Vaughn and second base prospect Nick Madrigal are among the 44 players the White Sox have chosen for their 60-man player pool so far. Madrigal was expected to be with the big league club at some point this year and would be worth a look in all formats. […]

Anthony Rizzo Plans To Play

Jon Heyman of the MLB Network is reporting that Chicago Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo is planning to play this season. Rizzo is a cancer survivor and falls under the high-risk category for COVID-19. Rizzo could still opt to sit out this season and earn his full paycheck. One of the most consistent bats in […]

White Sox Sign Jared Kelley

The Chicago White Sox have agreed to terms with second-round pick Jared Kelley. The right-handed pitcher was projected to go in first round and was considered a steal for the White Sox. Kelley can throw the ball hard and was paid close to double his slot value to skip college and start his professional career. […]

Cubs Sign Burl Carraway And Two More Draft Picks

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to terms with rookie relief pitcher Burl Carraway on Thursday. Carraway was picked in the second round by the Cubs and is widely considered to be the best relief pitcher in the draft. Many expect Carraway to climb quickly through the minors and be with the Cubs in the near […]

White Sox Expect Michael Kopech To Make Impact In 2020

Chicago White Sox general manager Rick Hahn met with the media on Thursday and said that he believes starting pitcher Michael Kopech could make a “significant impact” this season. Kopech is still considered one of the top pitching prospects and made his debut in 2018, but underwent Tommy John surgery after just four starts. The […]

White Sox Come To Terms With Garrett Crochet

The Chicago White Sox have come to terms with first-rounder Garrett Crochet on Monday. The southpaw will get a $4,547,500 signing bonus. The lefty can hit up to 100 mph and the former Tennessee Volunteer could be on the fast track to the big leagues. Crochet’s biggest battle in college was consistency. The left-hander also had […]

Cubs Cut Carlos Asuaje, Brock Stewart

The Chicago Cubs are in the process of cutting minor league players, and that includes second baseman Carlos Asuaje and relief pitcher Brock Stewart. Asuaje was last in the big leagues with the Padres in 2018 and hit .196 in 79 games. Stewart was taken in the Rule 5 draft and owns a career 6.05 […]

Cubs, Javier Baez Pause Contract Negotiations

The Chicago Cubs and shortstop Javier Baez have put any talk of a contract extension on hold. Baez said that the Cubs and his representatives have had “really good” conversations about an extension for the 27-year-old. Baez mentioned that he is very happy in Chicago and how special it would be to wear one uniform […]

Carlos Rodon Could Return In June

Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (elbow) has benefited from the delayed start to the 2020 season and said returning to pitch in June “is realistic.” Rodon is recovering from Tommy John surgery after making just seven starts in 2019. Rodon has seemed to be having a positive recovery and the extra time off […]

Michael Kopech Optioned

The Chicago White Sox have optioned starting pitcher Michael Kopech to Triple-A Charlotte. Kopech is recovering from Tommy John surgery, but showed great command earlier this spring. With the White Sox hoping to compete this year, Kopech shouldn’t be in the minors for too long. Kopech has high upside, but is likely to be on […]

Edwin Encarnacion Sidelined With Hip Injury

Chicago White Sox first baseman/designated hitter Edwin Encarnacion (hip) will be sidelined with a sore right hip. Encarnacion has already dealt with a back issue in camp and is expected back in a couple of days. The injuries are a bit of concern, but if Encarnacion can stay healthy, he is a good source of […]