Cubs Land Jon Lester on 6-year, $155 Million Deal

 

Lester will be pitching in Cubs colors next season. Photo Credit: Steven Bisig

The Cubs have won the Jon Lester sweepstakes, nabbing the free agent target they had sought.

By: Michael Hanley

Cubs Announce Hiring of Joe Maddon as Manager

Madden will  lead the Cubs next season. Photo Credit: Kim Klement/ USA Today Sports 

The Cubs have found their new manager in Joe Maddon, announcing his hire today.

By: Michael Hanley

An Inside Look at The Future Stars of The Chicago Cubs

 

 Baez one of many promising Cubs prospects.Photo Credit:Jerry Lai/USA Today

 

 

Though the Chicago Cubs are going through another tough season this year, with a 52-68 record to confirm that, there is however a sense of optimism growing within the organization and the fans. Its not for this current club they are watching, but the young, upcoming prospects that are zipping through the farm system and have the potential to put Cubs baseball back on the map. Who are these prospects you say? Take a look below at which prospects are making the most noise.

 

By: Michael Hanley

Dodgers Add Infield Depth By Acquiring Darwin Barney From Cubs

Barney adds depth to LA infield. Photo Credit:Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images 

  

Defense, has been something the Los Angeles Dodgers have struggled with mightily at times during this season. This afternoon LA made a trade to help shore up their middle infield defense & add depth.

By: Michael Hanley