Game Date:
08/29/2018
2:20pm EST
Lines:
New York +1.5
Chicago -1.5
Total:
Over
8.5 (-110)
Under 8.5 (-110)
Community Picks: NY Mets 0% vs Chi Cubs 0%
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David Wright is moving up to Triple-A to continue his rehab assignment, but the New York Mets say it's unlikely the third baseman will play in the majors anytime soon as he attempts an arduous comeback from back and shoulder injuries. On a conference call Tuesday with reporters, Mets assistant general manager John Ricco said Wright frankly hasn't hit some of the benchmarks the team established for his rehab stint. Wright's 20-day rehab assignment expires Friday, and most minor league regular seasons are nearing an end this weekend. Continue to Article
August 28, 2018 8:47:pm EST
The Phillies on Tuesday acquired veteran slugger Jose Bautista from the New York Mets. The Phillies will send cash or a player to be named later to the Mets. To make room for Bautista on the 40-man roster, the Phillies designated pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. for assignment. Continue to Article
August 28, 2018 1:32:pm EST
Special Olympics athlete Stefan Xidas wants to strike a deal with the Chicago Cubs. Continue to Article
August 27, 2018 7:48:pm EST
There are a couple high-end pitchers on Monday’s small slate, but I’m not sure they’re worth it. That’s why I focused on a couple cheaper guys to allow for a balanced hitting lineup that doesn’t have a hole.
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Patrick Corbin, ARI at SF ($46): Continue to Article
August 26, 2018 8:00:pm EST
After dealing with ups and downs this season, Kyle Hendricks feels like he's in a groove. Hendricks allowed two hits in seven innings, David Bote and Kyle Schwarber homered and the Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds 9-0 on Sunday to complete a four-game sweep. Ball's doing what I want it to,'' said Hendricks, who is 5-2 with a 3.38 ERA in his last 11 starts. Continue to Article
August 26, 2018 7:25:pm EST
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