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Cubs 9, Marlins 2; Just chugging along by Damen Jackson

The Cubs, led by a Reed Johnson three-RBI double, slugged their way through a eight-run seventh inning Sunday afternoon, and beat the Marlins 9-2. It was the 14th victory of the season for starter Ryan Dempster, and coupled with a 7-5 walk-off win by...

Old friends, new heroes, and a little theatre by Damen Jackson

New day. Same result. The Cubs went out and proved once more that Wrigley is a very friendly confine for the team this year. Down early yet again against the Rockies and one-time Cub Glendon Rusch, they come back yet again, and win 5-4 Saturday afternoon...

Yeah, this is why I don't worry about streaks by Damen Jackson

Less than a week ago, the Cubs were in the middle of an awful stretch, having lost had nine of their last 13 games. This culminated in the 9-0 loss to the Red -- potentially the worst team in the N.L. -- that was without question the worst loss of the...

Now that's more like it... by Damen Jackson

In celebrating the Cubs 6-3 win Thursday over the Brewers, I think it's an opportune time to hand out kudos. That said.... To Lou Piniella, for seeing early that the best spot for Soriano is lead-off. And leaving him there. To Alfonso, for responding...
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