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Marcus Stroman struggles in rehab start with Triple-A Iowa Cubs
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Lack of in-season extension doesn't mean Marcus Stroman is done with the Cubs
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Chicago Cubs Marcus Stroman Continues to Lead Baseball in Quality Starts - Fastball
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Roller-coaster Cubs season has reached the fork in the road
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The Rundown: Cubs Sweep Pirates and Eye Postseason, Bellinger Returns, Mervis Optioned, Happy 35th 'Bull Durham' - Cubs Insider
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Column: Could Chicago Cubs ace Marcus Stroman start All-Star Game?
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Marcus Stroman: Chicago Cubs pitcher's best start is wasted
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Could Marcus Stroman Pass on Free Agency, Opt-In to Play for Chicago Cubs in 2024? - Sports Illustrated Inside The Cubs
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Six Things to Know About Marcus Stroman
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Chicago Cubs' Kyle Hendricks wins seventh straight start, beat Mets
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Column: Chicago Cubs complete sweep, head to London on a roll
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Marcus Stroman won't start Wednesday for Chicago Cubs — and his return from the IL is uncertain — after suffering rib discomfort
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Ohtani buzz dominates MLB trade deadline, even if smaller deals are more likely, Baseball
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Lack of in-season extension doesn't mean Marcus Stroman is done with the Cubs