The school announced its March 1 matchup against Big East rival Seton Hall will be played at “The World’s Most Famous Arena” rather than on campus in Queens, as originally scheduled.
Brandon Woodruff will throw live batting practice, the latest step forward in the two-time All-Star’s comeback after he missed the 2024 season while recovering from surgery.
A 34-year-old right-hander, John Brebbia gets a $2.25 million salary this year as part of a deal that includes a $4 million team option for 2027 with a $500,000 buyout.
The two Japanese pitchers and two-way star Shohei Ohtani will be the main attraction for Japanese fans during the two-game series. The Cubs have Japanese players Shota Imanaga and Seiya Suzuki.