Taking seat versus LHP ...

Both pitchers would likely sign league minimum deals, which would be essential as the Cubs have shown a hesitancy to spend big this offseason.

The Chicago Cubs might get one of their starting pitchers back sooner than later. According to Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Sun Times, righty Javier Assad is progressing smoothly in his recovery ...

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch has opened the door to two shortstops in the lineup together as part of the Opening Day roster, with Javier Báez at third base and Trey Sweeney at shortstop.