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

Sammy Sosa makes his return to the Chicago Cubs and their spring training home and Justin Turner is thrilled to see the slugger

The Chicago Cubs made a strategic move in signing veteran infielder Justin Turner, and his latest comments confirm precisely why he was the right fit for the team. While many fans initially hoped for a reunion with Anthony Rizzo,

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The Chicago Cubs have finalized their $6 million, one-year contract with Justin Turner. The 40-year-old Turner went through workouts with the team Thursday before its opening game of spring training.

The Cubs designated outfielder Alexander Canario for assignment to clear a spot on the 40-man roster for Turner.

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)

MESA, Ariz. — Justin Turner had better offers in free agency, but he chose the Chicago Cubs because he believes it gives him a strong chance at another World Series ring. “At this point in my ...

Speedy Pete Crow-Armstrong generated a run in the sixth inning by creating chaos on the basepaths. He stole second, and the throw bounced into center field. He checked behind him as he ran to third and then took off for home, sliding headfirst across the plate. He also made an impressive sliding catch on a short fly ball in the second.

With the lineup mostly set (Assuming Shaw wins the third base job), we should focus our attention more on the bench. Things were a bit clearer before the Cubs signed Justin Turner, but now, with him and backup catcher Carson Kelly, it only leaves two spots between Alexander Canario, Jon Berti, and Vidal Brujan.

Today's baseball news includes the first Spring Training game, the Athletics' extension negotiations, and a Cubs roster move. Read more at MLBTR.

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