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Nico Hoerner proving to Cubs he's up for the challenge - Marquee
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Cubs' Nico Hoerner to start rehab assignment with South Bend – NBC
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Cubs' Nico Hoerner not ready for rehab assignment - Chicago Sun
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Cub Tracks Friday night-lights - Bleed Cubbie Blue
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Nico Hoerner to be everyday shortstop for Cubs
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Cubs executive offers updates on Alzolay, Caratini and Hoerner
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Willson Contreras: Chicago Cubs catcher remains day to day
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E-edition Register-Star May 29-30 2021 by Columbia-Greene Media
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Nico Hoerner to be everyday shortstop for Cubs
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Cubs collect 14 hits in win over Pirates
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First-round pick Nico Hoerner optioned to Iowa Cubs