Justin Turner discusses the importance of growing and improving each game in Spring Training, the energy he feels from the 2025 Cubs team, and more
Decades later, Sammy Sosa hits Cubs spring training
Photos: An inside look at 2025 Chicago Cubs spring training
Cubs staff, fans, and members of the press watch Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga throw in a live batting practice during spring training at Sloan Park on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, in Mesa, Ariz. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)
Cubs' Sammy Sosa sounds off on return to spring training after 21 years
Former slugger Sammy Sosa opened up on his return to Chicago Cubs spring training for the first time in 21 years.
The Cubs designated outfielder Alexander Canario for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Turner.
The Chicago Cubs finalized their $6 million, one-year contract Thursday with Justin Turner, who then went through workouts with the team before its opening game of spring training. Turner, a two-time All-Star third baseman,
Notes: Manager Craig Counsell spoke glowingly of Gage Workman's first spring-training game as a Cub, and Justin Turner hit in a simulated game.
The addition of Turner would give the team some security at third base should Matt Shaw need more seasoning in the minors.
There is work to do — on the bases, in the field, and at the plate. The larger valleys in Turner's performance are the chief concern.
A person with direct knowledge of the situation says Justin Turner has agreed to a $6 million, one-year deal with the Chicago Cubs
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