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Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Rea, Shaw, Boyd

Today’s Reflections With a rainout Sunday and a night game on Monday (which ended up getting rained out), PCA-Mania is continuing (not complaining!). Everybody has a slightly different take, but Brett Taylor’s article is a must-read. Speaking of PCA-Mania — I’m quite aware that the All-Star Game has lost 98 percent of the allure it […]

SB Nation Reacts survey: What do the Cubs need right now?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cubs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Cubs have struggled over the last few weeks — this should not be a surprise to […]

Cubs LHP returns to mound for 1st time since setback

The Chicago Cubs received an encouraging injury update Monday on Justin Steele, giving their rotation another reason to monitor his recovery as the club tries to protect its playoff position. Steele has been working through a long comeback from elbow surgery after suffering flexor tendon and UCL damage in April 2025. The 2023 All-Star has […] The post Cubs LHP returns to mound for 1st time since setback appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Mets, Cubs rained out, will play doubleheader on Wednesday

The Mets’ series against the Cubs will have to wait until Tuesday to get underway, as inclement weather has resulted in the postponement of the game between them that was schedule for 7:10 PM EDT in Queens. The teams will make up the game as part of a day-night doubleheader on Wednesday with the first […]

Cubs, Mets rained out; split doubleheader Wednesday

For the second straight day, there will be no Cubs baseball due to weather: Game times Wednesday will be 12:10 p.m. CT and 6:10 p.m. CT (the originally scheduled game is the 6:10 p.m. game). At this time we don’t know who will be starting for the Cubs or Mets, as no announcement has been […]

METS-CUBS POSTPONED TODAY

Rescheduled as Part of a Split Doubleheader — Wednesday, June 24 at 1:10 p.m. & 7:10 p.m. FLUSHING, NY, June 22, 2026  — The New York Mets have announced that tonight’s game against the Chicago Cubs has been postponed due to weather. The teams will play a split-admission doubleheader on Wednesday, June 24 with game one scheduled to begin at 1:10 p.m. and game two scheduled for 7:10 p.m. Citi Field parking lots will open at 11:10 a.m. and gates for game one will open at 12:10 p.m. Gates for gam...

Cubs Get Major Justin Steele Update Before Mets Series

The Chicago Cubs have been in need of starting pitching assistance all season. Luckily, they just received some stellar news on Justin Steele.  The left-hander has been sidelined all season. He had elbow surgery 14 months ago and has been in recovery since. When he’s on the field, Steele is impeccable. However, it didn’t start that way. Steele’s […] The post Cubs Get Major Justin Steele Update Before Mets Series appeared first on HEAVY .

Mets vs. Cubs: Lineups, broadcast info, and open thread, 6/22/26

Mets lineup Carson Benge – RFBo Bichette – 3BJuan Soto – LFMarcus Semien – 2BMark Vientos – 1BEric Wagaman – DHFrancisco Alvarez – CA.J. Ewing – CFZack Short – SS Kodai Senga – RHP Cubs lineup Pete Crow-Armstrong – CFAlex Bregman – 3BMichael Busch – 1BSeiya Suzuki – DHIan Happ – LFMatt Shaw – RFNico […]

Newfound San Diego slug not enough, drops second straight series

The San Diego Padres have had a rough go of things lately. After a week of facing easier opponents and performing inconsistently, they’ll now face three of the toughest teams in MLB over the next two weeks. The Friars have seven games against the division rival Los Angeles Dodgers, three against the Chicago Cubs and […]

Former Chicago Cubs Player Cut By Angels

On Monday evening, the Chicago Cubs will open up a series with the New York Mets at Citi Field.They are coming off a series where they split two games (at home) with the Toronto Blue Jays.UPDATE: Monday’s game has been postponed. Former Cubs Player Cut By AngelsAlso on Monday, news came out that a former Cubs […] The post Former Chicago Cubs Player Cut By Angels appeared first on HEAVY .

Chicago Cubs vs. New York Mets preview, Monday 6/22, 6:10 CT

ICYMI, Pete Crow-Armstrong was named NL Player of the Week. There’s a fair chance of rain interrupting or delaying tonight’s game (forecast link below). Here’s a link to the New York-area radar. Monday notes… Cubs lineup: Mets lineup: Shōta Imanaga, LHP vs. Kodai Senga, RHP Today, we have a matchup of Japanese pitchers, both of […]

Cubs Sign 20-Year-Old Pitcher After Release From Marlins Ahead of Mets Series

The Chicago Cubs made an intriguing signing on Monday ahead of their road series against the New York Mets.Chicago signed 20-year-old pitcher Jhon Cabral to a minor-league deal, according to the MLB transactions page. Cabral was released by the Miami Marlins on June 2 as he struggled mightily in rookie ball.The Marlins signed Cabral as […] The post Cubs Sign 20-Year-Old Pitcher After Release From Marlins Ahead of Mets Series appeared first on HEAVY .

New York Mets Announce Bo Bichette Decision Before Cubs Series

On Monday, the New York Mets will open up a series with the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field.They are coming off a 6-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.Bo Bichette (who started at shortstop) finished with two strikeouts in four at-bats.New York Mets Announce Bo Bichette DecisionFor Monday’s game, the Mets have announced their starting lineup.Via […] The post New York Mets Announce Bo Bichette Decision Before Cubs Series appeared first on HEAVY .

On The Horizon: Cubs vs. Mets series preview

The Cubs swept the Mets at Wrigley Field in April and outscored them 18-7 in the three games. Perhaps seeing the Mets again can get the Cubs back on a winning track. For more on the Mets, here’s Chris McShane, manager of our SB Nation Mets site Amazin’ Avenue. The 2026 Mets are an unmitigated […]

Cubs’ Matthew Boyd gets huge update amid injury recovery

Matthew Boyd was one of the most impactful free agency signings of the 2024-25 offseason, acting as the workhorse pitcher the Chicago Cubs needed in order to end a four-year playoff drought. He logged 179 2/3 innings in 31 starts, offering productivity and stability for a large chunk of the campaign. The left-handed starter has […] The post Cubs’ Matthew Boyd gets huge update amid injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Mets try to bounce back against the Cubs

The New York Mets (34-43) welcome the Chicago Cubs (40-37) for a four game series at Citi Field this week. Last week, when playing the Braves and Phillies, there was chatter about how, if the Mets wanted to make any real run the the postseason, they needed to beat the teams ahead of them in […]

Mike Breen Throwing First Pitch

By Jay Horwitz Thrilled that Mike Breen will be throwing out the first pitch before our game with the Chicago Cubs Monday night. Sure, Mike is a Hall of Fame basketball announcer, and he did a great job of emceeing the Knicks parade this last week. For me, he always will be a dedicated and loyal Mets fan who is one of us, both in good times and bad times. When people talk about OG’s magical tip-in, Mike recalls the spectacular catches Ron Swoboda and Tommie Agee made to save the 1969 World Ser...

Toronto Blue Jays Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Makes Heartfelt Post

On Sunday, the Toronto Blue Jays were supposed to finish their series with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.That said, the game was postponed.The Blue Jays wrote (via X): “UPDATE: Today’s game has been postponed due to inclement weather and has been rescheduled for August 6th.” UPDATE: Today’s game has been postponed due to inclement […] The post Toronto Blue Jays Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Makes Heartfelt Post appeared first on HEAVY .