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What can the Cubs expect in year two from Marcus Stroman?
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Marcus Stroman is Back! Activated Off the Injured List Tonight
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Marcus Stroman has right rib cage fracture
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Cubs activate Marcus Stroman off IL
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AP: Hoerner backs Stroman in 5th straight winning start, Cubs top
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Cubs' Stroman stops fighting hip injury, goes on IL
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Marcus Stroman Expands on His Extension Comments, Cubs Not So Much
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Cubs: What's gone wrong for Marcus Stroman through three starts
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