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Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish throws during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers, Tuesday, March 6, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Darvish 2 hitless innings in Cubs spring training debut

By MIKE TULUMELLO - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 12, 2017, file photo, Detroit Tigers reliever Justin Wilson winds up for a pitch agains the Boston Red Sox during the ninth inning of a baseball game, in Boston. The Chicago Cubs are hoping Wilson can regain the form he showed in the first part of last season with the Tigers. The left-hander struggled with inconsistency after he was acquired in a July 31 trade and was left off the roster when the Cubs were eliminated by the Dodgers in the NL Championship Series. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)

Cubs hoping Justin Wilson can regain his form

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2017, file photo, Chicago Cubs' Ian Happ watches his two-run single off St. Louis Cardinals relief pitcher Matt Bowman in the sixth inning of a baseball game, in Chicago. A year ago, Ian Happ was a top prospect looking for a spot on the crowded roster of the Chicago Cubs. Now he is looking to build off an impressive rookie season. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)

Happ preparing for key role with Cubs

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani hits a single during the fifth inning of a spring training baseball game against the San Diego Padres, Monday, Feb. 26, 2018, in Peoria, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)

Spring training roundup: Mariners ace Hernandez hit by liner

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 18, 2017, file photo, Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras reacts after Los Angeles Dodgers' Chase Utley (not shown) struck out during the eighth inning of Game 4 of baseball's National League Championship Series, in Chicago. In his first full season in the majors, Contreras established himself as one of baseball's top catchers and earned respect as a leader behind the plate for the Cubs. He comes into this season with a chance to solidify himself as one of the top players on one of the top teams. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)

Cubs C Contreras looking for big year

Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2017, file photo, Chicago Cubs' Anthony Rizzo doubles off Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Chad Kuhl during the sixth inning of a baseball game, in Chicago. Rizzo is set to rejoin the club for its first full-squad workout after returning to Florida to support victims of last week's deadly shooting at his former high school. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)

His heart in Florida, Rizzo rejoins Cubs after mournful trip

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Wrigley Field renovations making progress as 2018 begins

By JANIE McCAULEY - Associated Press

Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon walks out from the clubhouse at the team's spring training baseball facility Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, in Mesa, Ariz. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Cubs newcomer Morrow set to close in revamped bullpen

By MIKE TULUMELLO - Associated Press

Chicago Cubs pitcher Yu Darvish, center, talks with other players at baseball spring training in Mesa, Ariz., Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune via AP)

With Darvish, well-armed Cubs hold first spring workout

By MIKE TULUMELLO - Associated Press

Washington Nationals Manager Dave Martinez sign autographs to children during the Winter Fest celebration with fans at Washington Convention Center in Washington, Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017. ( AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana) **FILE**

Dave Martinez made believer out of former Mason pitcher

By David Driver -- Special to The Washington Times

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros, in Los Angeles. Perhaps 100 free agents still seek contracts as the start of spring training workouts on Feb. 14 draws near, a group that includes J.D. Martinez, Eric Hosmer, Mike Moustakas, Jake Arrieta and Yu Darvish. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Yu Darvish, Cubs finalize $126 million, 6-year contract

Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish throws during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series against the Houston Astros, in Los Angeles. Perhaps 100 free agents still seek contracts as the start of spring training workouts on Feb. 14 draws near, a group that includes J.D. Martinez, Eric Hosmer, Mike Moustakas, Jake Arrieta and Yu Darvish. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

AP source: Yu Darvish, Cubs reach $126 million, 6-year deal

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

Brewers give Wisconsin residents 1st crack for tix vs. Cubs

Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 26, 2017, file photo, Chicago Cubs' Kris Bryant is cheered in the dugout after hitting a home run in the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies, in Philadelphia. Last season, Bryant batted .295 with 29 homers and 73 RBIs after winning the NL MVP award in 2016. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson, File)

Chicago Cubs looking for 2nd title in 3 years

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

Yolmer Sanchez wins in arbitration; players lead 6-3

Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 1, 2017, file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Yu Darvish, of Japan, throws against the Houston Astros during the first inning of Game 7 of baseball's World Series in Los Angeles. A person with direct knowledge of the discussions says the Chicago Cubs are having active talks with free-agent Darvish. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

AP source: Cubs having active talks with RHP Yu Darvish

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

Cubs hitting coach Chili Davis already on job with Heyward

By JOHN JACKSON - Associated Press

All’s quiet for Cubs at fan convention

By JAY COHEN - Associated Press

FILE - In this April 4, 2107, file photo, St. Louis Cardinals' Stephen Piscotty falls after being hit on the head with the ball while scoring during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in St. Louis. In a bruising, battering tour around the bases, Piscotty could not stay out of harm's way. He was hit three times in one inning, as if being tracked by a GPS. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson, File)

Sports quirks: Basepath chaos, donkey gift, sunken earring

By FRED LIEF - Associated Press

Cubs finalize $13 million, 2-year deal with Steve Cishek

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