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Russell Dorsey

Reporter

Russell Dorsey covers the Chicago Cubs for the Chicago Sun-Times.

The success of the rotation and lineup in 2022 hinges on five performances in particular.
Will they extend manager David Ross’ contract? And what will they do with Nico Hoerner?
The North Siders likely will target veteran pitchers in free agency after the lockout to fill out their young bullpen.
When the market is reactivated, expect the team to make an upgrade at shortstop and add veterans to the bullpen.
Before the collective bargaining agreement expired Wednesday, the Cubs made a flurry of moves, including signing right-hander Marcus Stroman to a three-year deal.
Stroman was 10-13 with a 3.02 ERA and had a 50.8% ground-ball rate in 33 starts.
Gomes hit .252/.301/.421 with 14 homers and 52 RBI last season with the Nationals and A’s.
Outfielder Michael Conforto is a coveted free agent, but is he a piece the Cubs could build with?
Ramirez batted .268 with seven home runs and 41 RBI in 99 games for Cleveland last season.