4 Cardinals trade chips showcase their worth at the perfect time
Dustin May, Iván Herrera, Riley O'Brien, and key St. Louis Cardinals trade targets shine in a dramatic walk-off win over the Cubs right before the trade deadline
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Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals preview, Thursday 7/30, 1:15 CT
Thursday notes… Cubs lineup: Cardinals lineup: Javier Assad, RHP vs. Andre Pallante, RHP This start was originally going to be Shōta Imanaga’s, but the Cubs announced late Wednesday that Javier Assad would go in this game. Assad last pitched Saturday against the Pirates, throwing three scoreless innings and posting a save. He threw only 32 […]
Cubs vs. Cardinals Thursday 7/30 game threads
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Jacob Webb is the Superhero vs. the Cardinals Cubs 4, Cardinals 2: Doubles by Alex Bregman and Ian Happ win it in extras Cubs vs. Cardinals, Thursday 7/30, 1:15 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals preview, Thursday 7/30, 1:15 CT
Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/30/26): Assad Closing Series in Return to Rotation
The Cubs should be up 3-0 in this series, but a patchwork bullpen and failure to score any runs prior to Pete Crow-Armstrong’s 10th-inning homer did them in. Even though Trent Thornton is tied with Daniel Palencia for second on the team with three saves, no one is looking at him as a closer. That’s … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/30/26): Assad Closing Series in Return to Rotation appeared first on .
Craig Counsell delivers encouraging updates on three injured Cubs pitchers
Craig Counsell provided encouraging injury updates on Edward Cabrera, Ben Brown and Justin Steele as the Cubs await much-needed pitching reinforcements this season.
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Matthew Boyd is the Superhero vs. the Cardinals
Hi there! As you know, Thomas Smith is away on vacation. To keep this feature going, I’m going to post simply the WPA numbers and plays of the game, and a poll so you can vote on your choice for Player of the Game. Thomas will update the Rizzo Award standings when he returns. Game […]
Cubs Reportedly ‘Considering Tarik Skubal as Their Blockbuster Option’
Let me just go ahead and say right off the top that no one finds it funnier than me that I’m writing about the Cubs possibly pursuing Tarik Skubal just two days after writing that they’re not likely to do so. After both ESPN’s Jeff Passan and The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal left the Cubs off … The post Cubs Reportedly ‘Considering Tarik Skubal as Their Blockbuster Option’ appeared first on .
Cardinals 3, Cubs 2: Pete Crow-Armstrong homers in the 10th, but…
I choose to look at the Cubs’ 3-2, 10-inning loss to the Cardinals this way. As you know, the Cubs have had an inordinately large number of injuries to the pitching staff, to the point where there have now been five pitchers who have appeared in exactly one game for the team and several others […]
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/29/26): Cardinals 3, Cubs 2 F/10 – PCA Homer Not Enough in Extras Loss
The Cubs and Cardinals played a full nine innings that were largely uneventful on Wednesday night, with no runs crossing the plate. That changed dramatically in the 10th inning, when the road team jumped ahead and then the home side responded to walk it off in the bottom of the frame. Matthew Boyd was excellent … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/29/26): Cardinals 3, Cubs 2 F/10 – PCA Homer Not Enough in Extras Loss appeared first on .
New Tarik Skubal Trade Rumors on Timeline for Deal Amid Dodgers, Cubs Buzz Ahead of MLB Deadline
While the Los Angeles Dodgers remain in pursuit of Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal, they reportedly aren't alone as Monday's trade deadline approaches.
Chicago Cubs news — Bregman, Hoerner, Suzuki, Rea, Peterson
Today’s Reflections The first two games of the four-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals have been a dream of near-perfection for the Cubs. (I hope I’m not jinxing the team when I write this Tuesday afternoon) Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner and Seiya Suzuki had two games where they were playing out of their collective […]
Yankees, Cubs and the Most Desperate Teams at 2026 MLB Trade Deadline
All 30 MLB teams will be looking to accomplish some goal in advance of Monday's trade deadline, but a few are going to be far more desperate than the others.
Iván Herrera Hits Dramatic Walk-Off Double as Cardinals Defeat Cubs in Extras
In what could be his last start as a St. Louis Cardinal prior to the trade deadline, Dustin May completely shut down the Chicago Cubs for 5 innings. What did the Cardinals do with the remaining 4 innings? Well, let’s tell that story. Spoiler Alert: the ending was amazing. but it would take more than […]
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Ethan Conrad leads Pelicans past RiverDogs
In case you were wondering, Casey Opitz was named the catching coach at the University of Northern Colorado today. Opitz is from Colorado and his brother Shane is the assistant head coach there. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs were hauled away by the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders (Yankees), 4-3. Jaxon Wiggins started this game and took the […]
Cubs vs. Cardinals, Wednesday 7/29, 6:45 CT live!
Go get ‘em, Matthew.
St. Louis Cardinals vs Chicago Cubs Game Discussion Wednesday
The St. Louis Cardinals and the Chicago Cubs will play again Wednesday night with hopefully better results (for the Cardinals) than the previous two nights. According to MLB.com, Dustin May will make the start for the Cardinals while LHP Matthew Boyd will take the mound for the Cubs. First pitch scheduled for 6:45pm central time […]
Cubs Select Jake Woodford, Designate Andrew Wantz For Assignment
The Cubs announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Jake Woodford. Right-hander Andrew Wantz has been designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Wantz was just selected to the roster two days ago. He entered last night’s game and tossed the final two innings of 10-2 victory over the Cardinals, throwing 27 pitches […]
Cubs vs. Cardinals Wednesday 7/29 game threads
Cardinals 3, Cubs 2: Pete Crow-Armstrong homers in the 10th, but… 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Matthew Boyd is the Superhero vs. the Cardinals Cubs vs. Cardinals, Wednesday 7/29, 6:45 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals preview, Wednesday 7/29, 6:45 CT
Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/29/26): Ramírez Gets Another Start, Boyd Bump Day
The first two games have gone according to plan, putting the Cubs up in the series and bringing them to a 4-4 tie with the Cardinals on the season. Now they just need to keep taking care of business in St. Louis before heading back to Chicago, which will be much easier if the bats … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/29/26): Ramírez Gets Another Start, Boyd Bump Day appeared first on .
Borrowing Dansby Swanson’s Heavier Bat May Key Alex Bregman Breakout
Baseball players are notoriously superstitious, and they’ll often change up their routines or even their clothing in an attempt to bust a slump. Not all were as committed to the bit as former Mayor of Wrigleyville Mark Grace, but we’ve heard of teams sharing a gold thong or maybe just not washing a pair of … The post Borrowing Dansby Swanson’s Heavier Bat May Key Alex Bregman Breakout appeared first on .
The Rundown: Cubs Players Putting Heat on Hoyer, Bregman Rediscovering Stroke, Expect Active Deadline
“You know she’s waiting…just anticipating, for things that she’ll never, never possess.” – Try a Little Tenderness by Otis Redding Doesn’t the season seem to fly by once we get past the All-Star break? One of the reasons I love the expanded playoff format is that it brings so much fire to so many games. … The post The Rundown: Cubs Players Putting Heat on Hoyer, Bregman Rediscovering Stroke, Expect Active Deadline appeared first on .
Cubs trade target: Foster Griffin
Left-hander Foster Griffin is having a really good year for the Washington Nationals. He’s 12-2 in 21 starts with a 2.76 ERA, 1.032 WHIP and only 28 walks and 113 strikeouts in 124 innings, and he was named to the National League All-Star team. Can I stop for a minute and say “I told you […]
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Ian Happ is the Superhero vs. the Cardinals
Hi there! As you know, Thomas Smith is away on vacation. To keep this feature going, I’m going to post simply the WPA numbers and plays of the game, and a poll so you can vote on your choice for Player of the Game. Thomas will update the Rizzo Award standings when he returns. Game […]
The Cubs/Reds game Aug. 30 has been flexed into Sunday Night Baseball
When NBC took over the Sunday Night Baseball franchise from ESPN this year, one thing they did differently was put out a schedule for the entire season. They did retain the right to flex late-season games into that Sunday night time slot, as they do for NFL games, and Wednesday the network announced that the […]
Cubs reportedly could face tough Pedro Ramirez decision in potential Tarik Skubal trade
The Chicago Cubs may face a difficult decision if the Detroit Tigers ask for Pedro Ramirez in a potential Tarik Skubal trade before the MLB deadline. The Chicago Cubs remain active in the starting pitching market as the MLB trade deadline approaches, with Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal continuing to be mentioned as one of the top names available. If negotiations advance, Chicago may have to decide whether one of its most promising young players is worth including in a blockbuster deal. ...
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