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2013 MLB draft: 25 high-upside targets for Chicago Cubs

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In my last article, I addressed the Chicago Cubs need for more depth at the catching position with 10 possible options in the 2013 MLB draft. This time around, I take a look at 25 players I believe have high upsides and could be available when the team selects at 41, 77, 108 and beyond. All 25 players come from the prep ranks as anyone who still has More...

by Dan Kirby | Published 15 days ago

Roy Oswalt throws a pitch for the Texas Rangers.
By Cory Whitmer On Friday, May 3rd, 2013
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Colorado Rockies sign Roy Oswalt to minor-league deal

Roy Oswalt could be a good insurance policy if the Rockies continue to contend. (Matthew Emmons/US Presswire) The Colorado Rockies added a three-time All-Star veteran pitcher to the organization by signing a minor-league More...

San Diego Padres v Colorado Rockies
By Cory Whitmer On Thursday, May 2nd, 2013
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Colorado Rockies trade Chris Nelson to New York Yankees

Moving Chris Nelson to the New York Yankees means Nolan Arenado is here to stay. (Ron Chenoy/USA TODAY Sports) Chris Nelson became a former Rockies player on Wednesday after Colorado completed a trade to send him More...

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By Mickey Koke On Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
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Chase Headley to receive long-term extension

If the rumors are true, things could be looking up for Chase Headley. (Getty Images) Will the San Diego Padres finally extend their most coveted player in third baseman Chase Headley? According to sources familiar More...

Nick Hundley walks away from the plate after striking out.
By Mickey Koke On Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
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Do Padres have a Nick Hundley-Yasmani Grandal quandary?

Will Nick Hundley be shaking his head if Yasmani Grandal takes over catching duties? (Denis Poroy/Getty Images) After the San Diego Padres received word that Yasmani Grandal was popped for PED use and would serve More...

Edwin Jackson continues to struggle with the Chicago Cubs. (David Banks/Getty Images)
By R. Lincoln Harris On Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
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Chicago Cubs yet to see benefits from Edwin Jackson signing

Edwin Jackson continues to struggle with the Chicago Cubs. (David Banks/Getty Images) I’ll be the first to admit I don’t have much knowledge of the sabermetric side of baseball. I’m pretty much More...

2013 MLD draft prospect D.J. Peterson plays catch.
By Mickey Koke On Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
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My mock 2013 MLB draft: San Diego Padres pick — D.J. Peterson

2013 MLB draft prospect D.J. Peterson. The 2013 MLB draft is June 6, and if I am a San Diego Padres decision-maker, I’m taking D.J. Peterson, who was previously selected by Seattle Mariners in the 33rd round More...

Fan sits in freezing cold, mostly empty Coors Field.
By Joseph Lawsky On Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
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April showers bring May power(s) for Atlanta Braves

I’ll bet that guy didn’t even pay for his ticket. (John Leyba/Denver Post) And that, as they say, is that. April is over. Good riddance, I say. Seriously, snowed-out games, half the superstars in the More...

Chris Okey is one of the more polished players available in the draft. (Orlandosentinal.com)
By Dan Kirby On Wednesday, May 1st, 2013
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2013 MLB draft: Ten catchers the Chicago Cubs should target

One of the biggest positional needs in the Chicago Cubs organization is behind the plate. With a lack of depth at a premium position, this is one area that should be addressed in the 2013 MLB draft. There are three More...

Teammates pour sunflower seeds over Nolan Arenado in the Colorado Rockies dugout.
By Cory Whitmer On Tuesday, April 30th, 2013
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Nolan Arenado shines, homers; Rockies destroy Dodgers 12-2

Nolan Arenado gets a sunflower seed shower after hitting his first career home run last night. (Andy Holzman/Denver Post) In a lopsided victory, the Colorado Rockies trampled the Los Angeles Dodgers 12-2 with the More...

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