The Latest Breaking News from Matt Mervis

Marlins First Baseman Got Plunked In a Very Unfortunate Spot on Throw Across Diamond

Not the way they teach that.

Sports Illustrated · May 3, 2025

Cubs’ Craig Counsell peels back layers of his managing philosophy

Counsell has yet to step in the dugout for the Cubs, but it’s becoming clear what the team should expect.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 9, 2023

Solid Stroman seals Cubs’ sweep over visiting Pirates

“I think we’ve got a little momentum going right now,” the pitcher said. “Things finally kind of turned in our favor.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 16, 2023

Cubs are adding unexpected ‘tool’ to Christopher Morel’s ‘toolbox’

Morel’s splits show that he hits better when he’s also playing in the field.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jun 6, 2023

If big-league hitting is a puzzle, Cubs’ Matt Mervis figures he has the smarts to solve it

Hunkered at a clubhouse table with pen and paper, stroking his chin, the rookie looked as much like a retiree in a coffee shop as he did a lefty slugger with easy Sheffield Avenue power.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 26, 2023

Cubs end Mets' winning streak at 5

CHICAGO — Suddenly missing for the Mets on Tuesday night were the keys to their season-high-tying five-game win streak: timely hitting and strong starting pitching. And so that win streak ended.

Newsday · May 24, 2023

Cubs president Jed Hoyer on bullpen construction: ‘I’ve put Rossy in a tough spot’

Hoyer’s vote of confidence won’t stop disgruntled fans from channeling their frustrations toward manager David Ross. Winning will.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 24, 2023

Nico Hoerner makes impact in and out of lineup; Kyle Hendricks close to return

The Cubs reinstated Hoerner from the 10-day injured list Friday. Meanwhile, Hendricks is targeting 90-plus pitches in a rehab start Saturday.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 20, 2023

Cubs’ losing streak reaches season-high four games in loss to Astros

Notes: Cubs lefty Justin Steele surrendered five runs in his worst start of the season, and Matt Mervis hit his first major-league home run.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 17, 2023

Good times aren’t back at Wrigley yet, but you can see them from here

The Cubs making logical moves, plus struggling division rivals, means happy days might be returning to the North Side.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 9, 2023