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Last week the Cubs were the Sunday Night game of the week on NBC against the Cardinals. It did not go well for the North Siders with the Cardinals winning 5-1. But the broadcast was pretty good, albeit a little crowded sometimes. And it turns out that Bingo is good on any network for a […]
The Cubs are at an even 5-5 since May 27th, though the team is currently tied for third place in the NL Central and 6.5 games back of the Brewers for first place. Since May 16th, which marked the start of a 10-game losing streak, the Cubs’ pitching staff and lineup have both struggled more […]
The Chicago Cubs went out on a limb when they signed Alex Bregman to a long-term contract this winter. So far, that investment hasn't paid off.
Since the Chicago Cubs acquired him at the 2022 trade deadline, Ben Brown has shown the potential to be a strong big league starter. His four-seamer sits in the mid-90s consistently with the ability to touch even higher. His knuckle curve is nasty, as long as he’s hitting his spots. Some starters have lasted with […] The post Ben Brown Is Cementing Himself As A Key Cubs Rotation Piece appeared first on Just Baseball .
I will talk from time to time about the “shape” of a win. As much fun as these come from behind, walk-off wins are, it would be okay to have some mundane wins too. It’s ironic that Bears quarterback Caleb Williams and Pete Crow-Armstrong have been publicly seen hanging out this year. The Bears set […]
Today’s Reflections Following a game like Friday’s where the Cubs were errorless on the field while seven pitchers combined for an 19-hitter, it’s refreshing to start off a Cub Tracks with Matthew Boyd’s story. And with the lineup changes and trade ultimatums discussed, it will be good to change those boos into cheers once and […]
Iowa Cubs 7, Toledo Mud Hens 5 (Gm1)(F/7)(box) The Hens swung the bats well in Game 1 but Dylan File took a beating from the Cubs. The right-hander gave up seven runs, six earned on 10 hits and a walk, with five strikeouts. Hao-Yu Lee opened the scoring in the top of the first with […]
The Chicago Cubs added another arm to their organizational pitching depth on Saturday, acquiring left-handed reliever Antoine Kelly from the Los Angeles Dodgers. The move comes as Chicago continues to work through injuries within its pitching staff. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer has stressed that the team’s focus is not yet on the […] The post Cubs acquire pitcher in trade with Dodgers appeared first on ClutchPoints .
A day after a trio of Giants clubbed a pair of home runs each in an 18-3 frolic, they were outdone and undone by a sole Cub clubbing a pair of his own. Pete Crow-Armstrong launched two equalizers towards the El tracks in right over the course of Chicago’s 3-2 extra-inning win on Saturday: the […]
The Cubs signed right-hander Andrew Wantz and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs split a doubleheader with the Toledo Mud Hens (Tigers), winning game one 7-5 and losing the second one 8-1. The good news in game one is that Matthew Boyd started and got the win. The bad news is […]
On Saturday, the Chicago Cubs played the second game of their series with the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field.They won by a score of 3-2.Dansby Swanson was not in the lineup, but he scored the game-winning run in the 10th inning.CBS Sacramento wrote: “Michael Busch singled to right in the 10th inning, allowing automatic […] The post Chicago Cubs Manager Makes Honest Dansby Swanson Statement appeared first on HEAVY .
The Chicago Cubs were able to temporarily pause their recent struggles as they scored a run in the bottom of the 10th inning to gain a 3-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants. First baseman Michael Busch singled to right field with speedy Dansby Swanson on second base. When Giants right fielder Victor Bericoto misplayed […] The post Cubs clinch walk-off win after Giants’ outfield blunder appeared first on ClutchPoints .
That wasn’t the usual way to come back from an 18-3 thrashing the previous day, but the Cubs will certainly take it, I’m sure. Pete Crow-Armstrong’s two-out game-tying homer in the ninth sent the game to extra innings and when Giants right fielder Victor Bericoto fumbled Michael Busch’s single in the 10th, Dansby Swanson scampered […]
On Saturday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs played the second game of their series against the San Francisco Giants (at home).They won by a score of 3-2 to tie up the series.Andy Martínez wrote: “Cubs pick up their MLB-leading eighth walk-off win, beating the Giants 3-2 at Wrigley Field in 10 innings. Michael Busch with the […] The post Chicago Cubs Sign 5-Year MLB Player During Giants Series appeared first on HEAVY .
On Saturday, the San Francisco Giants played the second game of their series with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.The Giants lost by a score of 3-2.SF Giants Release 9-Year MLB PlayerAlso on Saturday, news was announced that Ryan Borucki was officially released by the Giants.He had been designated for assignment last month.Borucki went 1-1 […] The post San Francisco Giants Release 9-Year MLB Player During Cubs Series appeared first on HEAVY .
Barring a massive shift, Jed Hoyer's deadline quote means the Chicago Cubs won't be pursuing a Tarik Skubal trade.
Go get ‘em, Ben.
On Saturday, the Chicago Cubs will play the second game of their series with the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field.They will look to bounce back after an 18-3 loss on Friday.Cubs Announce Roster Move With 5-Year PlayerAhead of Saturday’s game, the Cubs announced that they had made a roster move.Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Roster Move With 5-Year MLB Player Before Giants Game appeared first on HEAVY .
It’s been an up-and-down season for the Chicago Cubs. That dynamic is particularly evident with the performance of second baseman Dansby Swanson. He’s been struggling at the plate, but compensates with a strong showing on defense. Nevertheless, Cubs manager Craig Counsell made it official that Swanson will be taking some days off, per Bruce LeVine, […] The post Craig Counsell makes Dansby Swanson decision amid his brutal season appeared first on ClutchPoints .
After an offensive explosion on Friday, the San Francisco Giants are back at it today, hoping to make it three straight games with a double-digit run total … and more importantly, four straight games with a win. Taking the mound for San Francisco is right-hander Landen Roupp, who makes his 13th start of the season. […]
Today’s roster move: Here Saturday notes… Cubs lineup: Giants lineup: Ben Brown, RHP vs. Landen Roupp, RHP Ben Brown has been just outstanding since he joined the Cubs rotation. Over those five starts: 1.73 ERA, 1.79 FIP, 0.846 WHIP, 29 strikeouts in 26 innings. NO home runs. In fact, Brown hasn’t allowed a home run […]
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero against the Giants! Cubs 3, Giants 2: Pete Crow-Armstrong homers twice and the Cubs walk it off in 10 Cubs vs. Giants, Saturday 6/6, 1:20 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants preview, Saturday 6/6, 1:20 CT
On Saturday afternoon, the Chicago Cubs will continue their series with the San Francisco Giants at Wrigley Field.They are coming off an 18-3 loss on Friday.Dansby Swanson finished with no hits in four at-bats.Cubs Announce Dansby Swanson ChangeFor Saturday’s game, the Cubs have announced their starting lineup.Via Underdog MLB: “Cubs 6/6 P. Crow-Armstrong CF M. […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Dansby Swanson Change Before Giants Game appeared first on HEAVY .
The Cubs keep trying to fix the pitching mix. Saturday, they recalled right-hander Javier Assad from Triple-A Iowa. To make room for Assad on the 26-man roster, right-hander Ethan Roberts was optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Assad has made eight appearances for the Cubs this year (three starts) with a 5.88 ERA and 1.269 WHIP. At […]
I can safely say that I got the answer to the question I posed yesterday. Well, not exactly. The question I asked was: Is it possible for the team to hit rock bottom and still end up winning the game? If that’s possible, I suppose, remains an open question. The reality is, though the Cubs […]