Skip to main content

Chicago

Latest blog entries from Chicago teams across every league

RSS Feed

Teams in this area

First Pitch: White Sox at Cubs

The Cubs hold a 78-77 advantage over the White Sox in the Crosstown Classic since the advent of interleague play in 1997. Do with that information what you will. TV: CHSN and Marquee Sports Network Lineups: White Sox Cubs Chase Meidroth, 2B 1 Pete Crow-Armstrong, CF Munetaka Murakami, 1B 2 Seiya Suzuki, RF Miguel Vargas,… The post First Pitch: White Sox at Cubs appeared first on Sox Machine .

Game Thread: White Sox (65-58) at Cubs (72-53)

It’s time for both my favorite and least favorite series of the year — the Crosstown Classic! The White Sox will head a few miles north to face the Cubs at Wrigley Field. With both teams doing well this season and the White Sox winning the first-half series, the rivalry feels more competitive this time […]

Daniel Palencia to 60-Day IL as Cubs Make Several Roster Moves

I just wrapped up a semifinal win in our softball league, so I’m in a bit of a time crunch. As such, I initially knee-jerked about Daniel Palencia going to the 60-day IL. It’s really just a procedural thing that I’m meatballing about, so disregard any weirdness. Ed. note: This was one of those that … The post Daniel Palencia to 60-Day IL as Cubs Make Several Roster Moves appeared first on .

Chicago White Sox: surprising player gets highlighted in latest MLB power rankings

Every year, there are great stories that stand out in Major League Baseball. None may be better in 2026, though, than the Chicago White Sox. After three seasons of 100+ losses, they are currently 65-58 and have a 5.5-game lead for first place in the American League Central Division. Indeed, there have been many reasons [...] The post Chicago White Sox: surprising player gets highlighted in latest MLB power rankings appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Kyle Monangai Injury Update and Bears Announce 4 Roster Moves

In case you missed it, Chicago Bears running back Kyle Monangai injured his knee in practice yesterday, and earlier today, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler shared an update on social media, calling it a hyperextension. He added that Monangai is “Expected to miss multiple weeks, but per the MRI, the outcome is considered positive.” The most positive aspect […]

Coaching Updates: Bryant, Dufault, Nakagawa

The Hornets are hiring John Bryant as an assistant coach, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (via Twitter). Bryant was an assistant on Billy Donovan‘s staff in Chicago for the past five years. Donovan stepped down as head coach of the Bulls in April, after the 2025/26 season ended. Bryant, a former professional player, got his […]

Chicago Cubs move Daniel Palencia to 60-day IL amid flurry of roster moves

One would be hard-pressed to find a team that has dealt with more significant injuries to key players than the Chicago Cubs. Of course, injuries are part of the game. Every year, each MLB team sees an important player miss time for some kind of ailment, whether it be serious or otherwise. Unfortunately, the Cubs [...] The post Chicago Cubs move Daniel Palencia to 60-day IL amid flurry of roster moves appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Chicago Cubs: Edward Cabrera lands on 15-day IL (again); corresponding move announced

As has been the story all season long, the Chicago Cubs are dealing with yet another injury on their pitching staff. While they are 72-53 and well-entrenched in the postseason picture, there are serious concerns about the quality and depth of their starting rotation. This past off-season, the Cubs traded away Owen Caissie and other [...] The post Chicago Cubs: Edward Cabrera lands on 15-day IL (again); corresponding move announced appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/17/26): Imanaga Facing Sox

It’s a rare occasion when both Chicago baseball teams are in playoff contention, but that’s exactly what’s happening over the next three days at Wrigley. The White Sox are up by 5.5 games in the AL Central with a 65-58 record that would see them in third place at best in any NL division, not … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/17/26): Imanaga Facing Sox appeared first on .

Cubs Place Edward Cabrera, Dansby Swanson On Injured List

The Cubs announced that right-hander Edward Cabrera has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a right middle finger blister. Shortstop Dansby Swanson has been placed on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain. Infielder James Triantos has also been optioned to Triple-A Iowa. In corresponding moves, the club has recalled right-hander Javier […]

Cubs vs. White Sox Monday 8/17 game threads

Cubs 7, White Sox 5: Pete Crow-Armstrong walks it off… and simultaneously joins the 30/30 Club! 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Nico Hoerner is the Superhero vs. the White Sox Cubs vs. White Sox, Monday 8/17, 7:05 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. Chicago White Sox preview, Monday 8/17, 7:05 CT

NFL Transactions: Monday 8/17

49ers 49ers released RB Khalil Herbert and G Kion Smith. 49ers signed LB Victor Dimukeje and G Nick Zakelj. Bears Bears waived RB Coleman Bennett and TE Nikola Kalinic. Bears signed DE Marcus Davenport and DB Deantre Prince. Bills Bills waived RB Jackson Acker. Bills signed LB Otis Reese. Browns Browns waived TE Brenden Bates. […] The post NFL Transactions: Monday 8/17 appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Chicago Cubs: MLB insider reveals why fans have “no reason to be concerned” in latest MLB power rankings

The Chicago Cubs did not end the weekend on a high note. After winning the first game of their series against the St. Louis Cardinals, they dropped the final two. The weekend began with such promise, with Chicago just three games out of first place in the National League Central Division. Because of their two [...] The post Chicago Cubs: MLB insider reveals why fans have “no reason to be concerned” in latest MLB power rankings appeared first on ChiCitySports .

Bears Officially Sign DL Marcus Davenport Among Four Roster Moves

The Chicago Bears announced they have officially signed DL Marcus Davenport and DB Deantre Prince. Additionally, the Bears waived RB Coleman Bennett and waived TE Nikola Kalinic with an injury designation. Davenport, 29, was drafted by the Saints in the first round out of UTSA in 2018. He signed a four-year, $13.741 million rookie contract […] The post Bears Officially Sign DL Marcus Davenport Among Four Roster Moves appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .

Chicago Cubs get good news and bad news on Dansby Swanson injury

The Chicago Cubs have had more than their fair share of significant injuries this season. Fans are all too familiar with the health struggles of Chicago’s pitching staff. At one point, they had enough arms on the injured list to fill a Major League roster. On a positive note, though, the Cubs have been able [...] The post Chicago Cubs get good news and bad news on Dansby Swanson injury appeared first on ChiCitySports .

White Sox created breathing room with sweep in Detroit, especially for bullpen

To say it the way Chris Getz might say it, it’s hard to understate the value of the White Sox sweeping their most direct challenger in the AL Central like they did to the Tigers over the weekend. There’s the matter of the ground gained in the actual standings — not just three games against… The post White Sox created breathing room with sweep in Detroit, especially for bullpen appeared first on Sox Machine .