Addison Russell returns as Cubs handle complicated situation favorably compared to another Chicago franchise

https://twitter.com/CSNCubs/status/873230055031410688 By Harry Colmery 6/10/17 1:13 a.m. Despite being out of the lineup on Friday, Cubs shortstop Addison Russell was back at work after spending a day at home due to accusations of domestic abuse by a friend of his wife's on social media. I covered the onset of the story in a more detailed …

Streaky Cubs drop another to Colorado making 3 straight losses, no steadiness in sight

https://twitter.com/Cubs/status/873299473958666240 By Harry Colmery 6/9/17 11:38 p.m. The Cubs lineup drew nine walks against the Miami Marlins on Friday. Unfortunately, combined with only three singles, as well as going a putrid 1-for-11 with runners in scoring position, the effort wasn't enough in the 5-3 loss. At first glance, Mike Montgomery's four innings, three hits, two …

Solo podcast number two talking Lackey struggles, lineup juggling and Rockies

By: Harry Colmery 6/8/17 5:10 p.m. Some brief recapping, and looking forward to the Cubs and Rockies at Wrigley Field. https://soundcloud.com/user-278666436/lets-blog-two-podcast-june-8-2017  

Hendricks headed to 10-day DL, anything longer could cause real problems

By Harry Colmery 6/8/17 4:28 p.m. https://twitter.com/670TheScore/status/872925834436382720 Cubs starter Kyle Hendricks was placed on the 10-day disabled list today due to tendinitis in his right hand. Mike Montgomery will return to the starting rotation for the first time in 2017 and pitch Friday. With Hendricks off the roster, the Cubs called up righty Seth Frankoff …

BREAKING NEWS: Addison Russell being investigated by MLB over domestic violence accusations, Cubs fans must be patient –(UPDATED)–

By: Harry Colmery 6/8/17 12:48 p.m. https://twitter.com/CSNChicago/status/872825764206579712 Major League Baseball is investigating Cubs shortstop Addison Russell over domestic violence accusations made by a friend of Russell's wife Melisa. During the loss to Miami last night, Melisa Russell released a since-deleted Instagram post seemingly accusing Russell of cheating and implying she had ended the relationship. In …

Video reaction: Cubs drop finale to Marlins 6-5, need to address rotation, find space for Happ

By Harry Colmery 6/7/17 11:21 p.m. Home runs from Ian Happ and Kyle Schwarber weren't quite enough for the Cubs as they fall 6-5 at home to Marlins ending their wining streak at five. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaxMqYMdoVE

Cubs need to hit more home runs, but not for baseball reasons

By Harry Colmery 6/7/17 8:34 p.m. Ian Happ's fifth home run of his young career brought the Cubs to within two runs of the Marlins in the fifth inning tonight. It brought the Wrigley Field crowd to its feet, and the Cubs bullpen to...the dance floor. https://twitter.com/Cubs/status/872273625252065280 It seems to have started on May 20 …

Bars, brawls, bullpens…Bryce Harper (?) and more

By Harry Colmery 6/7/17 6:42 p.m. Sitting atop the National League Central tied with the Milwaukee Brewers, the Cubs and their fans have been able to relax a bit thanks to the longest winning streak of the season, which is now at five games. Along with the improved play on the field, there's been plenty …

LIVE: Cubs are looking like champions as winning streak extends to five with pounding of Marlins

By Harry Colmery 6/6/17 5:11 p.m. The Cubs have won their last seven games at Wrigley Field and they will try to make it eight tonight against Jeff Locke (0-0, 1.59 ERA) and the Miami Marlins. Jake Arrieta (5-4, 4.60 ERA) is on the bump for Cubs and he is coming off a solid start …

Video reaction: Cubs win 3-1 against Miami, and Mike Montgomery might have to take on a new role for this Cubs team

  By Harry Colmery 6/6/17 4:32 p.m. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKwKF9wC0os