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New farm director John Baker sees shades of Cubs' success in Pirates' plan - The Athletic
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Chicago Cubs Q&A: Is Ben Zobrist retired?
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Lester, Heyward (4 RBIs) power Cubs to 7-1 win over Indians
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Ranking MLB teams by pressure to win 2021 World Series: Yankees take top spot from Dodgers; Mets in top five
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How Anthony Rizzo took charge, leading Cubs back into playoffs for one more run - The Athletic
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2021 MLB predictions: Nolan Arenado can push Cardinals atop NL Central
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7 things learned about Chicago Cubs, White Sox in spring
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The Rundown: Arietta Could Be Fifth Starter Option, Cubs Set to Transition to Hoyer, Dodgers Issue Mass COVID-19 Layoffs - Cubs Insider
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Chicago Cubs: 2021 is last hurrah for core players
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tanner roark at Nationals Arm Race
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Cubs excited for Jon Lester's return to Wrigley Field
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Cubs' Anthony Rizzo: Cancer survivor and heart of the team - Sports Illustrated