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Brad Wakai

Brad Wakai

Joined: Jul 20, 2023

Brad Wakai graduated from Penn State University with a degree in Journalism. While an undergrad, he did work at the student radio station covering different Penn State athletic programs like football, basketball, volleyball, soccer and other sports. Brad currently is the Lead Contributor for Nittany Lions Wire of Gannett Media where he continues to cover Penn State athletics. He is also a contributor at FanSided, writing about the Philadelphia 76ers for The Sixers Sense. Brad is the host of the sports podcast I Said What I Said, discussing topics across the NFL, College Football, the NBA and other sports. You can follow him on Twitter: @bwakai

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Two Cubs Prospects Earn High Marks for Their Arizona Fall League Performance

Coming out of the Arizona Fall League, two Chicago Cubs prospects earned some high marks after their performance.

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Jul 31, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Cubs designated hitter Cody Bellinger (24) stands in the dugout in the eighth inning in the game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park
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Rival Executives Say Chicago Cubs 'Want To Trade' Their Star Slugger

Rumors regarding the Chicago Cubs potentially moving their star slugger continue to pick up steam.

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Sep 11, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners starter Bryan Woo (22) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the San Diego Padres at T-Mobile Park
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Pitcher Linked to Chicago Cubs in Trade Talks Viewed As 'Most Likely' to Get Dealt

The Chicago Cubs could make the rotation addition they are looking for by trading for this player who is seen as someone who will get dealt this offseason.

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Jul 29, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Patrick Wisdom (16) at bat in the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park
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Chicago Cubs Designate Fan Favorite for Assignment After Acquiring Reliever

After landing an impactful reliever, the Chicago Cubs have cleared a roster spot by designating one of their fan favorites for assignment.

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Oct 18, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians pitcher Eli Morgan (49) pitches against the New York Yankees in the fifth inning during game four of the ALCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Progressive Field.
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Chicago Cubs Acquire Star Reliever in Trade With Cleveland Guardians

The Chicago Cubs have made their first major move of the offseason, trading for a star reliever from the Cleveland Guardians.

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Mar 2, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Chicago Cubs outfielder Owen Caissie against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale
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Chicago Cubs Protect Two Top Prospects Ahead of Rule 5 Draft, DFA Another

The Chicago Cubs made a tough decision ahead of the deadline to protect players from the Rule 5 Draft, selecting two of their top prospects to the roster while DFA'ing another.

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Chicago Cubs Have Reportedly Hired Pitching Guru to Special Assistant Role

The Chicago Cubs have made a very well-regarded hire, bringing in a pitching guru to become their special assistant.

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Sep 16, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga (18) throws the ball against the Oakland Athletics during the first inning at Wrigley Field
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Chicago Cubs Ace Finishes Fourth in NL Rookie of the Year Voting

After a stellar season, the Chicago Cubs ace finished fourth in NL Rooke of the Year voting.

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Aug 30, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Chicago Cubs second base Nico Hoerner (2) draws a walk during the eighth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park
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Trade Idea Has Chicago Cubs Shipping Out Their Star Second Baseman To Yankees

This trade idea where the Chicago Cubs ships out their star second baseman to the New York Yankees would bring back an interesting player.

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Jul 25, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (17) bats against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Wrigley Field
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Former Chicago Cubs Fan Favorite Involved in Crazy Lamborghini Theft Story

One of the former Chicago Cubs stars is involved in a case regarding his Lamborghini getting stolen.

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Sep 11, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Nick Pivetta (37) on the mound against the Baltimore Orioles in the first inning at Fenway Park
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Rumored Chicago Cubs Target Has Better Sabermetric Than Other Elite Free Agents

The Chicago Cubs could look at this one sabermetric category to buy low on a starting pitcher who could give them elite production.

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Sep 12, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Brandon Lowe (8) celebrates his solo home run in the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field
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Slugging Utility Man Seen As Perfect Trade Candidate For Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs could make a huge roster improvement this winter if they go out and acquire this slugging utility man.

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