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2023 Season Predictions: Nico Hoerner, Nick Madrigal
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Nico Hoerner exits game with oblique injury; Kris Bryant takes
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Cubs' Nico Hoerner Talks Adjustments Moving to Second Base
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Cubs GM makes Nico Hoerner primary shortstop for the season
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Nico Hoerner looked like a fit for the Cubs in September, but is
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Amid Cubs turnover, Nico Hoerner emerging as 'a natural leader
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Cubs and Nico Hoerner agree to three-year, $35 million contract
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Nico Hoerner discusses future with the Cubs
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Cubs lose Nico Hoerner (ankle) but beat Padres for rare series win
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Nico Hoerner Is Vastly Underrated
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Report: Cubs, Hoerner agree on three-year, $35 million contract
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Nico Hoerner Player Props: Cubs vs. Cardinals
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How Nico Hoerner has quietly become one of the best shortstops in
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Cubs finally get the new 'core' on the field for the first time