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Hendricks shuts down reeling Pirates as Cubs complete 3-game sweep with 8-3 victory, Baseball
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Cubs' Nico Hoerner takes next step in rehab from strained triceps - Chicago Sun-Times
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What to expect from Cubs' Nico Hoerner
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Nico Hoerner can help bridge the Cubs from their era of great expectations to whatever is next - The Athletic
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Nico Hoerner hits first career home run
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Why Cubs have what it takes to be a true contender this season - Marquee Sports Network
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Nico Hoerner: Nick Madrigal 'person you want' as new Cubs set culture – NBC Sports Chicago
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Chicago Cubs: Patrick Wisdom, Nico Hoerner at MLBPA facility
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Pondering terms on a potential Cubs, Nico Hoerner contract extension
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Cubs notes: Adding free agents; Nico Hoerner, leadoff hitter; more - The Athletic
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Cubs' Nico Hoerner on embracing a leadership role, a potential extension comp and more - The Athletic
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Cubs Believe Nico Hoerner Has Skills to Bat Leadoff, Maybe Even Play Center - Cubs Insider
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Cubs are taking advantage of Nico Hoerner's versatility by shifting him around the infield
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Amid Cubs turnover, Nico Hoerner emerging as 'a natural leader' - Chicago Sun-Times
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2018 MLB Draft: Cubs select Stanford SS Nico Hoerner in 1st round. - Bleed Cubbie Blue