Obama gets Chicago wish — Cubs to visit White House

White House press secretary Josh Earnest said Wednesday that Obama is “really looking forward to it,” as were a number of West Wing colleagues who are Cubs fans.

Seattle made pair of deals Wednesday that ultimately landed starter Smyly and a potential key reliever, getting right-hander Shae Simmons from the Atlanta Braves.

Right-handers right-handers Ryan Vogelsong and Nick Tepesch agreed to minor league contracts with Minnesota.

Right-hander Zack Wheeler agreed to an $800,000, one-year contract with the New York Mets after missing two seasons because of a torn elbow ligament. ...