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Piniella backs off talk of benching Fukudome
Cubs manager Lou Piniella was amazed to wake up Monday and discover that his comments on Kosuke Fukudome's struggles at the plate received as much attention as they did.
Ward Keeps Cubs Rolling With Ninth-Inning Blast In Florida
Daryle Ward clubbed a pinch-hit three-run homer in the top of the ninth, as the Chicago Cubs rallied to a 6-5 win over the Florida Marlins in the opener of a three-game set at Dolphin Stadium.
Versatile DeRosa producing at the plate
Mark DeRosa has set a career high in home runs, but ask him if he's trying to hit 20 this season and he'll give you a funny look.
Unlike rest of Sox, Swisher likes Oakland
In recent years, Oakland's McAfee Coliseum has been a house of horrors for the White Sox, but at least one player is looking forward to the three-game series with the Athletics beginning tonight.
The Braves and Cubs got rained out last night, so they scheduled a day-night doubleheader for today.
Cubs' DeRosa takes pride in his versatility
Mark DeRosa has only four more positions to play to complete the baseball cycle this season.
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Chicago Tribune: Fukudome put on notice by Piniella: Hit more
Lou Piniella's warning to Kosuke Fukudome on Sunday could lead to more playing time in right field for Mark DeRosa and Reed Johnson and more time at second for Mike Fontenot.
Dempster pitches Cubs past Cardinals
Ryan Dempster gave the Cubs a quality start while Ronny Cedeno and Mark DeRosa knocked in a pair of runs each to help Chicago top St.
Glaus powers Cardinals past Zambrano, Cubs
Troy Glaus belted two home runs en route to a three-hit and five-RBI day to lead the St.
DeRosa slams 4, Soriano 3 as Chicago tops Houston, 11-4
Mark DeRosa hit a grand slam and Alfonso Soriano had a three-run homer during an eight-run third inning that carried Chicago past Houston.
Cubs maintain NL Central lead with victory
Mark DeRosa hit a grand slam and Alfonso Soriano had a three-run homer during an eight-run third inning that sent the Chicago Cubs to an 11-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday.
DeRosa, Soriano lead Cubs over Astros 11-4
Mark DeRosa hit a grand slam and Alfonso Soriano had a three-run homer during an eight-run third inning that sent the Chicago Cubs to an 11-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Wednesday.
Fragile Harden, hopeful Cubs perfect for each other
Rich Harden is the perfect Cub. He's got plenty of talent. His numbers are good.
With ace pitchers, hitters just relax and swing
The Cubs haven't led the National League in pitching since 1945, but they've moved into the second spot in league rankings with the NL's lowest ERA since the All-Star break.
Heat is on, literally, as August arrives
August means heat and humidity along with the last long stretch of home games for the Cubs.
Some Chicagoans tend to think of Wisconsin as an extension of their backyard patio - a place to go and relax for a few days every summer to escape the daily stresses of big-city life.
Cubs 1B coach Sinatro suspended 2 games
Chicago Cubs first base coach Matt Sinatro was suspended for two games Monday after making contact with an umpire during a weekend dispute.
Again, no hard knocks for Harden
Rich Harden once again made Cubs history, and once again has nothing to show for it.
DeRosa glad to be back at second
No one was happier to see Alfonso Soriano return to the Cubs' lineup than Mark DeRosa.
Soriano returns as does Cubs' offense
If you weren't sure who that strangely familiar stick-looking figure was leading off the game Tuesday night for the Cubs, all you had to do was wait for the first pitch.