Ayers isn't tied down just to be a catcher and a DH. He also has experience at first base and could be a legit option to eat some innings in either of the corner outfield spots. The switch-hitting slugger could be a spark plug for this team down the stretch if the front office sees fit for a promotion.

Pete Crow-Armstrong made MLB history with a leadoff home run and Alex Bregman's RBI single gave the Chicago Cubs a second straight walk-off win over the Chicago White Sox, 4-3 on Tuesday night. Carson Kelly led off the bottom of the ninth with a double to left off Trevor Richards (0-1).

A familiar face returns to Rate Field on Friday when the White Sox face Luis Robert Jr. and the Mets. The Cubs, meanwhile, embark on their last long trip of the season to Seattle and Phoenix

This week’s Crosstown Classic at Wrigley Field delivered a playoff atmosphere across three tightly contested games.

Over 6 2/3 innings Friday, Holmes gave up one hit and one walk, leaving to a standing ovation after making 80 pitches.

The Cardinals face the Cubs at Wrigley as St. Louis deals with trade deadline fallout while Chicago pushes to close a three-game gap on the Brewers.

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The Chicago Cubs’ decision to cut ties with a versatile infield veteran now marks the final stop in his notable big-league career.