The Chicago Cubs are in dire need for pitching, both in the starting rotation and the bullpen. They are expected to make some significant moves to address the issue before the MLB trade deadline, but for now,

The Chicago Cubs never announced a formal move but they have brought back a World Series champion on a new deal.

With the team suddenly in need of a Tucker replacement, Alex Bregman was brought in to provide stability and leadership to a franchise looking for another World Series title. But the pairing hasn't worked out so far.

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CHICAGO (AP) — Dansby Swanson hit three home runs, including a grand slam, Michael Conforto homered twice and the Chicago Cubs pounded the San Diego Padres 23-3 on Wednesday. Swanson had a career-high eight RBIs - second-most in major league history from a player batting ninth.

On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs will finish their series with the Milwaukee Brewers (in Wisconsin).They most recently won Saturday’s game by a score of 8-2.Chicago Cubs Cut 10-Year MLB VeteranAhead of Sunday’s game,

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