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Chicago Cubs are really missing Nico Hoerner, Matt Duffy
Matt Duffy is finding success with the Chicago Cubs
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Back from injury, Matt Duffy feels in a good place with Cubs - Marquee Sports Network
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Despite a lineup filled with stars, the Cubs offense misses a pair of role players in Matt Duffy and Nico Hoerner - The Athletic
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The Chicago Cubs keep getting injured -- and keep winning - ESPN
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The Rundown: Ross Finalizes Roster, Alzolay Earns Rotation Spot, Pederson Raking, No Movement on Core Extension Talks - Cubs Insider
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Cubs' David Bote suffers separated shoulder
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Pederson homers in 3rd straight game, Cubs beat Cards 7-2
Jordan Lyles pitches complete game in Royals' loss vs. Cubs
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Molina's homer breaks tie vs. Cubs, gives 2-1 win a nice ring to it, but concerns mount for re-injured Mikolas
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Depth's a funny thing': Cubs trudging forward as injuries mount - Marquee Sports Network
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Can Nico Hoerner fix the Chicago Cubs?
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2021 Spring Training Home Stretch: Cubs Roster Analysis - Viva El Birdos