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Mike Rankin

Mike Rankin is a 21-year-old college student working hard now so he doesn't have to later. Mike is a former baseball player of 17 years and has faithfully supported the Cubs since 1998. He shares no ill harm toward his South side brethren.

May 7, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Dexter Fowler (24) hits a single during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs: Let’s talk about Dexter Fowler

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Apr 5, 2016; Anaheim, CA, USA; Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jon Lester (34) in the third inning of the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs will benefit from a comfortable Jon Lester

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Jul 8, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (17), first baseman Anthony Rizzo (44) and second baseman Addison Russell (22) against the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs lineup has potential to carry them to a World Series

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Sep 17, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Chicago Cubs second baseman Tommy La Stella (11) greets catcher Miguel Montero (C) and shortstop Addison Russell (R) after both players scored against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fifth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs: Players battle for final two spots on 25-man roster

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Feb 23, 2016; Mesa, AZ, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Jake Arrieta (49) warms up during spring training camp at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs: Jake Arrieta ready to pick up where he left off

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Sep 17, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Los Angeles Angels left fielder Shane Victorino (18) hits a single in the third inning against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs add veteran OF Shane Victorino with a minor league deal

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Oct 13, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Dexter Fowler (24) smiles after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals in game four of the NLDS at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports

Shocking twist has Dexter Fowler back with Chicago Cubs

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Aug 2, 2015; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Chicago Cubs third baseman Kris Bryant (17) is looked after by third base coach Gary Jones and bench coach Dave Martinez before leaving the game with an injury in the fifth inning during the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at Miller Park. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs hoping to avoid list of odd Spring injuries

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Oct 19, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs general manager Jed Hoyer during practice the day before game three of the 2015 NLCS at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs: Jed Hoyer talks versatility, value within 2016 Cubs

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Dec 9, 2015; Nashville, TN, USA; Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon stands with newly signed infielder Ben Zobrist at a press conference during the MLB winter meetings at Gaylord Opryland Resort. Mandatory Credit: Jim Brown-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs: Once again, the North Siders are my Valentine

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Oct 7, 2015; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Chicago Cubs left fielder Kris Bryant (17) high fives his teammates during introductions prior to the National League Wild Card playoff baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs: Who stands in the way of the NL Pennant?

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Oct 8, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon (70) talks with the media during NLDS workout day prior to game one of the NLDS against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports

Chicago Cubs: The 2016 Cubs Convention filled with hype

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Sep 24, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Jorge Soler (left) celebrates with teammate Javier Baez (9) after defeating the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

The Chicago Cubs should avoid trading a bat for an arm

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