The Chicago Cubs may need to make another move to add to the starting rotation if they want to reach their ceiling this year.

Hoerner also gave Happ a special shoutout during the news conference heralding his second contract extension. For years, the two first-round picks have kept nearby lockers in the clubhouse, giving them a shared history and unique perspective on the organization’s evolution.

Closer Daniel Palencia helps in that department, as does right-hander Ben Brown, but Harvey’s experience and history of success were clearly attractive for the Cubs. The bullpen finished 21st in strikeouts per nine innings. Entering Tuesday, Harvey had thrown one scoreless inning.

This debut will leave Cubs fans wondering why the front office didn't retain him.

Five batters into Sunday’s game and the home run bugaboo that plagued Chicago Cubs starter Shota Imanaga last season delivered a sense of déjà vu.

The Chicago Cubs are still paying a former notable player who helped them win the 2016 World Series Championship.

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 1, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Sports flashback: April 1, 1972 1972:

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