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Cubs end Giants winning streak

Cubs end Giants winning streak

San Francisco – The Giants just swept the Colorado Rockies only to return home to fall 3-2 to the Chicago Cubs 3-2 to start the homestand. What looked like a great pitcher’s duel ended up being another impressive night for Marcus Stroman whose won his past four starts.  “I think it’s just the continued competitiveness…

A’s Acquire LHP Andrew Chafin from the Chicago CubsOF Greg Deichmann and Minor League RHP Daniel Palenica sent to Chicago

A’s Acquire LHP Andrew Chafin from the Chicago CubsOF Greg Deichmann and Minor League RHP Daniel Palenica sent to Chicago

OAKLAND, Calif. – The Oakland A’s have acquired left-handed pitcher Andrew Chafin and cash from the Chicago Cubs for outfielder Greg Deichmann and minor league right-handed pitcher Daniel Palencia, the club announced today. Chafin is 0-2 with a 2.06 ERA and .154 opponents batting average in 43 relief appearances with the Cubs.  He ranks third…

Giants hot streak ends in Cubs 4-3 loss

Giants hot streak ends in Cubs 4-3 loss

San Francisco – The San Francisco Giants were on a roll entering today’s game against the Chicago Cubs.  Looking for what would’ve been their second four-game sweep this season, the Cubs won the final game of the series, defeating the Giants 4-3.   Despite the loss, the Giants remain atop the National League West and…