Michael Busch

Imanaga, who has become a favorite among Cubs fans, leads baseball with a 1.08 ERA in the first seven starts of his rookie career.

Busch didn't have a chance to break in with the Dodgers. Now he's looking like the Cubs' long-sought-after replacement for Anthony Rizzo.

The Cubs first baseman recently tied a franchise record by hitting a home run in five straight games.

Suzuki is hitting second now, his likely landing spot in the regular season. Plus notes on Busch and Dominic Smith.

Unlike with the Dodgers, Busch can now focus on doing in the bigs what he's always done best in the minors: hit

Even with a playoffs or bust directive, a big part of this year will be creating opportunities for young Cubs talent.

Was trying to add Hoskins a priority for the Cubs? How does Busch fit in?

Boras controls the top of the free-agent market at the moment. Which of his biggest clients are likeliest to sign with the Cubs?

The Dodgers cleared roster space and acquired two upside prospects, while the Cubs found a potential answer to their first base issues.

The Dodgers are opting to give J.D. Martinez at least a 10-day break while on the injured list.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said he was told he couldn’t comment on the Padres' stunt, before adding, “Clayton handled it the best way."

After producing throughout his stops in the minors, the prospect with the "Minnesota nice" smile made his debut for Los Angeles.

As Max Muncy’s brief absence loomed, the club had Busch make nine starts at third — a position he hadn’t played as a professional.

Second baseman Michael Busch has a .337/.461/.506 slash line with 16 RBIs in 21 games with Triple-A Oklahoma City this season.