15 things you forgot (or maybe not) from the 2008 finale between the Milwaukee Brewers and Chicago Cubs
With CC Sabathia heading into Cooperstown, take a look back at the 2008 season finale that launched the Brewers into the playoffs.
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Brewers predicted to sign $119 million All-Star, on one condition
The Milwaukee Brewers lost Willy Adames to the San Francisco Giants this offseason but have not yet made any moves to replace his production in the lineup. They could make a surprise signing before the season starts.

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Cubs owner Tom Ricketts bemoans payroll complaints, thinks Chicago is division 'favorite'
Chicago Cubs owner Tom Ricketts takes issue with narrative team doesn't spend enough
Cubs owner Tom Ricketts admits it’s ‘really hard to compete’ with splashy spending of Dodgers, Mets and Yankees
Cubs agree to $5 million contract with ex-Brewers reliever
As the MLB offseason continues, the Cubs have signed Colin Rea to a $5M contract, stealing him away from the division rival Brewers.
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Cubs agree to $5 million, 1-year contract with RHP Colin Rea, AP source says
Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Colin Rea throws during a baseball game ... Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs and Colin Rea have agreed to a $5 million, one-year contract, reuniting the right ...
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CC's brief Brewers tenure 'a special part' of Hall of Fame career
The record books reflect that the best in-season trade in Brewers history happened on July 7, 2008. But thanks to an inside man, CC Sabathia saw it coming. “Dave Riske, one of my lifetime friends,” Sabathia said with a laugh.
Chicago Cubs finalize $5 million, 1-year contract with right-hander Colin Rea
The Chicago Cubs and right-hander Colin Rea have finalized a $5 million, one-year contract. The 34-year-old Rea has a $4.25 million salary for 2025.
Column: Will Craig Counsell’s involvement in roster construction lead to more wins for the 2025 Chicago Cubs?
Another Chicago Cubs season without a postseason would likely tick off an impatient fan base. Manager Craig Counsell needs to live up to his hype as the game’s highest-paid manager.
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Former Brewers pitcher Colin Rea agrees to deal with Cubs
The Chicago Cubs and Colin Rea ... old Rea made one appearance with Milwaukee in 2021 and then pitched in Japan during the 2022 season before returning to the Brewers. He went 12-6 with a 4. ...
Yankees Pick Up 99-MPH Sidearm Bullpen Fireballer After Cubs DFA No. 18 Prospect
After the Chicago Cubs shockingly gave up on their No. 18 prospect, bullpen fireballer Michael Arias, the New York Yankees moved quickly to acquire him.
Cubs, Sox among baseball world mourning the loss of Bob Uecker
In a written statement, the Chicago Cubs honored Uecker’s iconic voice, lamenting a loss being felt across Major League Baseball (MLB). Among the multitudes of people blessed to be in Uecker’s presence was White Sox play-by-play broadcaster Len Kasper.
Cubs sign former Brewers starting pitcher to one-year deal
The Chicago Cubs have signed former Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Colin Rea to a new contract for the 2025 MLB season, while the Cubs have designated RHP Michael Arias for assignment to make room for Rea on the 40-man roster.