Mark Gonzales

Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber walks on a practice field during spring training on Feb. 15, 2020, at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz.

Column: Kyle Schwarber’s time with the Chicago Cubs likely is over, but his tenure — and comeback in the 2016 World Series — should be remembered fondly

December 3, 2020 at 1:38 p.m.

The stout frame, once-bulky knee brace and powerful left-handed swing separated Kyle Schwarber from fellow first-round picks Kris Bryant and Javier Baez. But Schwarber has a special place in Chicago...

Colorado Rockies left fielder David Dahl (26) celebrates a run against the San Francisco Giants on Aug. 4, 2020, in Denver.

Chicago Cubs might have options in the new pool of non-tendered free agents, including Carlos Rodon and David Dahl

December 3, 2020 at 1:38 p.m.

The list of non-tendered free agents is accompanied by a "buyer beware" sign. In the case of the Chicago Cubs, there's plenty to consider as they retool their roster, with...

Left fielder Kyle Schwarber and center fielder Albert Almora Jr. celebrate after the Cubs defeated the Brewers 4-1 on May 12, 2019, at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Cubs will ‘keep the door open’ to re-signing Kyle Schwarber after declining to tender contracts to him and Albert Almora Jr.

December 3, 2020 at 6:10 p.m.

The contributions of Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora Jr. in Game 7 of the 2016 World Series are a distant memory for now, as the Chicago Cubs began to retool...

Red Sox relief pitcher Robert Stock delivers to the plate against the Nationals on Aug. 28, 2020, in Boston.

Chicago Cubs claim reliever Robert Stock off waivers from the Boston Red Sox

December 2, 2020 at 10:57 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs claimed reliever Robert Stock off waivers from the Boston Red Sox in their latest quest for relief help. Stock, 31, is 2-2 with a 4.24 ERA in...

Chicago Cubs left fielder Kyle Schwarber (12) circles the bases after homering against the Milwaukee Brewers at Wrigley Field on July 25, 2020.

Chicago Cubs face a Wednesday deadline to tender contracts to Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora Jr.

December 1, 2020 at 9:46 p.m.

Kyle Schwarber and Albert Almora Jr. were involved in one of the biggest runs in Chicago Cubs history. Now the Cubs face the strong possibility of cutting ties with both...

Cubs GM Jed Hoyer does a pregame interview before a game against the White Sox on July 25, 2017.

Jed Hoyer puts his stamp on his Chicago Cubs front office with 15 promotions, led by new assistant GMs Jeff Greenberg and Craig Breslow

November 30, 2020 at 8:03 p.m.

Jed Hoyer, in one of his first duties as Chicago Cubs president, promoted 15 members of his baseball operations department — but he still is looking for a general manager....

Hitting coach Chili Davis walks on the field during batting practice at Chicago Cubs spring training at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2018.

Chicago Cubs Q&A: Given the team’s hitting issues, is it time to re-examine Chili Davis’ departure? What would it take to acquire Blake Snell?

November 25, 2020 at 1:30 p.m.

The Tribune's Mark Gonzales answers readers' questions about the Chicago Cubs' fortunes since firing hitting coach Chili Davis after the 2018 season, what it would take to acquire left-hander Blake...

In this July 31, 2019, file photo, Michael Hill, Miami Marlins president of baseball operations, talks with the media before a game against the Minnesota Twins in Miami.

Who will be the next GM of the Chicago Cubs? Here are 5 potential candidates.

November 24, 2020 at 1:41 p.m.

The Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs weren't built in a day. And given the state of the Cubs, Jed Hoyer seeks a general manager with candid thoughts in his...

Chicago Cubs executive vice president and general manager Jed Hoyer watches from the stands during a workout at Wrigley Field on July 8, 2020.

Jed Hoyer, given a 5-year contract by the Chicago Cubs, says he ‘might be more focused toward the future’ with core players nearing free agency

November 24, 2020 at 1:39 p.m.

With a roster destined for a major retooling, the length of Jed Hoyer's five-year contract as Chicago Cubs president might prove essential to the task of maintaining the team's perennial...

Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant heads back to the dugout after striking out against the Twins on Sept. 20, 2020, at Wrigley Field in Chicago.

Kris Bryant to the Dodgers, Nationals or Red Sox? Kyle Schwarber to the Yankees? A look at potential Chicago Cubs trade partners.

November 23, 2020 at 12:51 p.m.

Kris Bryant, Javier Baez, Willson Contreras and Kyle Schwarber provide an array of value for the Chicago Cubs. But should new President Jed Hoyer decide to trade one — or...

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