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Cubs trade RHP Zambrano to Marlins (AP)

Yahoo! Sports - Top News  Wed, 01/04/2012 - 20:15

Carlos Zambrano will get a much-needed fresh start with the Miami Marlins. The Chicago Cubs traded their former ace Wednesday for Marlins right-hander Chris Volstad, pending physicals and approval by Major League Baseball, a person familiar with the negotiations said.

The person confirmed the deal to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the teams hadn't announced a deal.


 

Cubs hire Sveum to be new skipper

Topix - Sports News  Thu, 11/17/2011 - 15:24

The Chicago Cubs announced Dale Sveum as their new manager on Thursday, hoping the Milwaukee Brewers hitting coach can help turn around the long-suffering franchise.


 

Sandberg to interview for Cardinals job (AP)

Yahoo! Sports - Top News  Thu, 11/03/2011 - 12:14

Ryne Sandberg, ruled out earlier this week for the Chicago Cubs' managing vacancy, is among the candidates who will be interviewing with the St.

Louis Cardinals. Sandberg managed the Philadelphia Phillies' Triple-A team last season and the Phillies said they have granted the Cardinals permission to talk to him.


 

Epstein fires Quade in first Cubs move (AP)

Yahoo! Sports - Top News  Wed, 11/02/2011 - 13:45

Chicago Cubs manager Mike Quade was fired Wednesday in the first major move by Theo Epstein since becoming the team's president of baseball operations.

Epstein, who was introduced in his new position last week, said Quade would not return after traveling to Florida to tell him in person.

He called Quade an "outstanding baseball guy" but it was time for a change.


 

Cubs, Red Sox Hold Off On Compensation Talks

Topix - Sports News  Mon, 10/24/2011 - 08:54

The Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox will not hold any talks before Tuesday on compensation for the hiring of Theo Epstein.


 

Theo Epstein is leaving the Boston Red Sox to take over as the g...

Topix - Sports News  Wed, 10/12/2011 - 13:00

Theo Epstein is reportedly close to leaving the Boston Red Sox and joining the Chicago Cubs as their general manager.


 

Red Sox GM Epstein likely to join Cubs (AP)

Yahoo! Sports - Top News  Tue, 10/11/2011 - 20:30

A person familiar with the situation tells The Associated Press that Boston Red Sox general manager Theo Epstein is likely to join the Chicago Cubs within the next 48 hours.

The person spoke on condition of anonymity Tuesday night because no announcement had been made. The Cubs fired general manager Jim Hendry on Aug.


 

Reds' Cueto leaves game against Cubs in 4th inning

Topix - Sports News  Wed, 09/14/2011 - 21:09

Johnny Cueto left Cincinnati's game against the Chicago Cubs with two outs in the fourth inning with a strained muscle in the upper right side of his back.


 

Cubs' Zambrano won't pitch again this season

Topix - Sports News  Fri, 09/02/2011 - 11:15

Chicago Cubs' right-hander Carlos Zambrano will sit out the rest of the season after his 30-day suspension ends Sept.


 

Jim Hendry out as Chicago Cubs GM

Topix - Sports News  Sun, 08/21/2011 - 03:53

So much for that dreaded vote of confidence. This is yet more proof that not much has changed with the Chicago Cubs.