Sources tell Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports that free agent John Lackey intends to pitch in 2018.
John Lackey will likely pitch out of the Cubs' bullpen in the NLDS.
John Lackey took a loss in relief after allowing a run in an inning Sunday against the Reds.
Jon Lester hinted Wednesday night that John Lackey might be retiring after this season.
John Lackey allowed just one run in six innings and claimed a 5-1 win over the Cardinals on Wednesday.
John Lackey yielded three runs over four innings in a no-decision against the Brewers on Friday.
John Lackey was ejected from Friday's game against the Cardinals following an argument with home plate umpire Jordan Baker.
John Lackey gave up two runs over seven innings in a loss to the Brewers on Friday.
John Lackey was outstanding in Friday's victory over the Braves, scattering three hits over seven shutout innings.
John Lackey gave up five runs -- four earned -- over five innings Sunday in a loss to the Phillies.
John Lackey surrendered six runs in five innings Tuesday in a no-decision against the Reds.
John Lackey held the Reds to one run in six innings but had to settle for a no-decision on Wednesday.
John Lackey allowed three earned runs, four hits and three walks with seven strikeouts over 5 1/3 innings in a win Friday in Arizona.
John Lackey held the Nationals to three runs -- two earned -- over five innings Saturday for his ninth win of the season.