Joe Ostrowski
Pro Football Weekly
Chicago, IL, United States
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Joe Ostrowski: Picking the preseason? Advantages abound for sharp bettors
Bills trio of QBs has one thing going for it — it's not Garrett Gilbert → Read More
Ostrowski: What are Maddon's bullpen options?
Getting outscored 20-3 by Milwaukee this past weekend felt like a lot more than losing 3 games off an NL Central lead. → Read More
Ostrowski: Cubs' youth aids second-half dominance
Is it the schedule? Maybe the depth? Sure, those play into it but the Cubs' youth seems to be the strongest reason for their continued dominance in the second half of the season lately. → Read More
Ostrowski: As October nears, just how much do the Cubs value defense?
Just how much do the Cubs value defense come playoff time? According to Theo Epstein, it becomes more important the deeper into the season you go, but it's not everything. → Read More
Ostrowski: Arrieta's looking good again
Cubs starter Jake Arrieta has been looking like himself again. So will he start in the NLDS? Will the Cubs resign him? Insider Joe Ostrowski ponders. → Read More
Ostrowski: Cubs' schedule only looking better from here on out
Looking ahead at the Cubs' schedule must leave a good feeling inside Cubs fans. → Read More
Ostrowski: Contreras both elite and a bargain for Chicago Cubs
Chicago Cubs young catcher Willson Contreras is not only elite at his position, he's also a bargain. → Read More
Ostrowski: Orioles' Britton to Cubs? Risky, but possible
Trade rumors are in full swing with just a few days before the July 31 deadline. But the most appearling for the Cubs could be somehow getting Baltimore closer Zach Britton. → Read More
Ostrowski: Chicago Cubs' rotation starting to deliver
The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has been on a roll over the last 11 games. → Read More
Ostrowski: Rizzo isn't answer for Cubs leadoff man
Joe Maddon has tried many options for leadoff men, but this most recent choice in Anthony Rizzo isn't right, either. Columnist Joe Ostrowski gives some replacement ideas. → Read More
Ostrowski: Epstein, Hoyer and McLeod know their draft stuff
A look back at the stellar draft history of the team of Theo Epstein, Jed Hoyer, and Jason McLeod as the Chicago Cubs prepare to select two draft picks on Monday. → Read More
Ostrowski: Cubs destiny is in their hands
The National League Central is all up to the Cubs. They can continue to hang around .500 and battle the divisional foe that doesn't fall back or go on a tear, run away, and wait for October baseball. → Read More
Ostrowski: Schwarber platoon player for Chicago Cubs
Because of his struggles at the plate, World Series hero Kyle Schwarber is, for now at least, a platoon player for the Chicago Cubs. → Read More
Ostrowski: Chicago Cubs roster dilemma? Blame Happ
Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon is known for bringing the circus to the ballpark. Professional juggler will now be in his job description. It's Ian Happ's fault. → Read More
Ostrowski: Are the Chicago Cubs hunting for a new ace?
With several starting pitchers, including Jake Arrieta and John Lackey, hitting free agency at the end of the season, are the Cubs looking for a new ace now? → Read More
Ostrowski: Relief pitchers' roles are always evolving
The job of a relief pitcher seems to be changing. While some organizations look at closers as more of high-impact players, others think they should be kept for ninth-inning showdowns. The Cubs seem to be putting an emphasis on the closer. → Read More
Ostrowski: Imagining a Cubs-Red Sox World Series
It's difficult to watch this weekend series and not fantasize about a Cubs-Red Sox World Series, writes Joe Ostrowski. → Read More
Ostrowski: Despite slow start, things falling into place for Cubs
Even though the Chicago Cubs finished their homestand with a pair of wins, the schedule is on their side, says Cubs Insider Joe Ostrowski. → Read More
Ostrowski: Finding a place to play Almora
With his stellar defensive skills and equally hot bat, Albert Almora isn't making things easy for the Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon, who is trying to find playing time for everyone. → Read More
Ostrowski: Don't bet on defensive skills falling for young Cubs
While sports history makes it difficult for teams like the Chicago Cubs to repeat as champions, their young defensive stars may have something to say about that this season. → Read More