The baseball world lost a legend on Monday, as longtime Chicago Cubs second basemen and Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg passed away at the age of 65. Sandberg, the 1984 National League MVP, a 10-time All-Star and a nine-time Gold Glover, was known as much for his elite hitting and infield defense as he was for his quiet leadership and pleasantness.

Unfortunately, the team and their fanbase were dealt a tough blow when Ryne Sandberg passed away.

A fter taking the series opener, 8-4, the Milwaukee Brewers are back at it against the Chicago Cubs in a battle of the two best records in the National League on July 29 at American Family Field.

The Milwaukee Brewers bring a 1-0 lead into the latest game of the series against the Chicago Cubs.

“Look, it’s two teams that are playing really well, that have postseason aspirations,” Cubs manager Craig Counsell said.

The Chicago Cubs have one of the best offenses in baseball and have seen massivecontributions from players like Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, and theoffseason addition of Kyle Tucker. Chicago is in a tie with the MilwaukeeBrewers for first place in the National League Central,

With the trade deadline looming, the Chicago Cubs have extended president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer amid one of the team's best seasons.

The Chicago Cubs and President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer have agreed to terms on a multi-year contract extension.