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Column: Chicago Cubs' day a total loss after failing to finish sweep
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Justin Steele struggles, Cubs lose to D-backs
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Happ, Steele lead Cubs past Marlins 4-1 to end 3-game slide
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Happ, Steele lead Cubs past Marlins 4-1 to end 3-game slide
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Cubs embracing a little drama in this September playoff race - The
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Justin Steele K's 9, Cubs bullpen struggles in loss
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Zac Gallen shines as Arizona Diamondbacks beat Chicago Cubs 1-0
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Justin Steele has evolved into a frontline starter for the Cubs
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Steele doesn't rule out being a starter
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Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds - August 16, 2021 - Redleg Nation
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Chicago Cubs can't overcome Justin Steele's rough start in loss to
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Justin Steele struggles, Cubs lose to D-backs
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Chicago Cubs: Justin Steele makes his audition for the starting