Their postseason hopes hanging by a thread, the Cubs sent out Hendricks to oppose rookie sensation Paul Skenes — like racing a tired, old mule against a Thoroughbred.
According to the MLB Transactions log, the Chicago Cubs added to their minor-league roster by signing pitcher Blake Weiman. Weiman signed on Friday and was sent to Triple-A
A member of the Chicago Cubs’ 2016 World Series championship team announced his retirement on Wednesday after 15 seasons in the Major Leagues. Joe Smith, a long-time reliever