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After recent extensions, the Cubs now have a new core in place
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Cubs sound very open to extending Nico Hoerner this winter
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MLB - Cubs, Ian Happ agree to three-year extension.
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Where Do the Cubs Go After Holding at Trade Deadline?
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Cubs Expected to Seriously Engage Nico Hoerner and Ian Happ on
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“It's an amazing thing to get to play for these fans.”
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Nico Hoerner, Cubs agree to three-year extension
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Nico Hoerner 'Excited' to Get to Play Second Base This Year – NBC
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2023 Opponent Preview: Chicago Cubs
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Sputtering Cubs after postseason hopes fade -- 'It stinks' - ESPN
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MLB Insider: Contract extension notes on Guardians, Braves, Cubs
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Opening Day brings optimism for a better 2023 for the Cubs
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Nico Hoerner, Cubs agree to three-year contract extension
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The mound is a solid foundation. Cubs have the right idea with