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sports1 year ago

Cubs Part Ways with Veteran Players

The Chicago Cubs have non-tendered outfielder Mike Tauchman and infielder Nick Madrigal, making them free agents, as part of a series of roster adjustments. Tauchman, who had a solid performance over the past two years, was let go due to a crowded outfield and his projected $2.9 million arbitration salary. Madrigal, plagued by injuries, struggled to secure a consistent role with the Cubs. The team also signed contracts with several players, including Matt Thaiss and Julian Merryweather, and made additional roster moves to prepare for the 2025 season.

sports1 year ago

"Tauchman's Walk-Off Homer Extends White Sox Losing Streak to 13"

The Chicago Cubs enjoyed a thrilling two-game sweep over the White Sox, highlighted by Mike Tauchman's walk-off homer. Tauchman, who is having an All-Star caliber season, expressed his joy over the moment. The Cubs' back-to-back comebacks were historic, marking the first time since 1975 they rallied from at least four runs down in consecutive games. Despite some concerns over Hayden Wesneski's recent performances, his overall season stats remain strong. The White Sox's loss tied their franchise record for consecutive defeats.

sports1 year ago

Mike Tauchman's Walk-Off Homer Extends White Sox Losing Streak to 13

Mike Tauchman hit a walk-off home run for the Chicago Cubs against the White Sox, thrilling 40,073 fans at Wrigley Field. The Palatine, Ill., native's heroics capped a comeback win, marking a dream moment for Tauchman, who has become a key player for the Cubs. The victory highlighted the team's collective effort and resilience, with Tauchman playing a pivotal role in the late innings.

sports1 year ago

Cubs Edge White Sox 7-6 with Tauchman's Walk-Off Homer

The Chicago Cubs narrowly defeated the White Sox 7-6 in a sloppy game where the Cubs scored their first five runs without a hit. Mike Tauchman hit a walk-off home run in the ninth inning to secure the win. Despite the victory, the Cubs displayed poor defense and pitching, with Jameson Taillon struggling significantly. The Cubs are now back to an even .500 on the season.

sports1 year ago

Tauchman's Walk-off Homer Seals Cubs' Sweep Over White Sox

Mike Tauchman hit a walk-off home run in the ninth inning to secure a sweep for the Chicago Cubs against the White Sox in a two-game series at Wrigley Field. This was Tauchman's fifth home run of the season, and it capped off a strong game for him, which also included an 11-pitch plate appearance that contributed to a run earlier in the game. The White Sox have now lost 13 games in a row.

sports2 years ago

"Chicago Baseball: Bullpen Composition, Boxberger Pitching, Tauchman Leading, Darvish History, and More Cubs Bullets"

The Chicago Cubs are preparing to face the White Sox in a series that holds significance for their crosstown rivals. The Cubs are hoping to bring Brad Boxberger back to the big league bullpen after his rehab assignment, as they value having a variety of pitching looks to improve performance and match-up benefits. The Cubs have found success when Mike Tauchman leads off, but they also need to balance playing time for other players. Yu Darvish recently reached a milestone as the Japanese-born pitcher with the most career strikeouts, but the Cubs' decision to trade him seems appropriate in hindsight due to his declining performance. The return from the trade is still up for debate, but Owen Caissie has shown promise at Double-A.

sports2 years ago

"Mike Tauchman's Epic Game-Saving Catch Secures Cubs' Victory"

Mike Tauchman of the Chicago Cubs made an incredible game-saving catch in the final at-bat, robbing the St. Louis Cardinals of a walk-off home run. Tauchman's heroics helped the Cubs secure their seventh consecutive win, bringing them back above .500 for the first time since May. The catch was hailed as one of the most dramatic plays in the big leagues, with Tauchman and his teammates celebrating the epic final out.

sports2 years ago

Cubs' Montgomery falls short as Cardinals lose potential walk-off to Cubs

In a potentially final start for the Cardinals, Jordan Montgomery took the loss despite a quality outing against the Cubs. The Cardinals nearly rallied in the ninth inning, but Cubs center fielder Mike Tauchman made a spectacular catch to snatch a potential walk-off home run. The Cardinals lost 3-2, marking their sixth loss in eight games. The Cubs have won the first two games of the series. The Cardinals are now 9-21 in one-run games.