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Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/23/26): Imanaga Has to Play Stopper
Prior to Monday’s win over the White Sox, no one had homered on the first and last pitches their team saw since 1957. Now it’s happened twice in five Cubs games, with Pete Crow-Armstrong accomplishing the feat a few days before Randy Arozarena did it. The Cubs have now been walked off twice in Seattle … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/23/26): Imanaga Has to Play Stopper appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/22/26): Mariners 5, Cubs 4 – Arozarena Starts/Finishes Loss
The Cubs were in position to even their series against the Mariners at T-Mobile Park Saturday night after being walked off in the opener. Then a two-out rally in the bottom of the 9th erased their lead and handed them a shocking walk-off defeat. Randy Arozarena began what would be an epic game with a … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/22/26): Mariners 5, Cubs 4 – Arozarena Starts/Finishes Loss appeared first on .
Matthew Boyd’s Recent Struggles Underscore Concern About Cubs’ Postseason Viability
Unless they pull some 1969 BS, the Cubs will be in the playoffs after the regular season concludes. That means they’ll have a puncher’s chance to make some noise. As we saw Friday night, however, their glass jaw could make that knockout power irrelevant. Matthew Boyd had been (and may still be) the presumed No. … The post Matthew Boyd’s Recent Struggles Underscore Concern About Cubs’ Postseason Viability appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/22/26): Peterson Opposing Mariners’ Big Rookie Debut
Last night’s game was another forgettable one, with the Cubs falling in extras despite hitting four home runs. The problem is that three of them were solo shots, though that wasn’t as big of a problem as the fact that Alex Bregman‘s dinger with Michael Busch on second base represented the team’s only hit in … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/22/26): Peterson Opposing Mariners’ Big Rookie Debut appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/21/26): Mariners 6, Cubs 5 F/10 – Bregman Heroics Not Enough in Extras Loss
The Cubs traveled out west to begin a series against the Mariners on Friday night. It was a back-and-forth game, but the road team finally got to see how the other half lives as they suffered a walk-off loss in extra innings. Chicago came out of the gate on fire against Emerson Hancock in the … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/21/26): Mariners 6, Cubs 5 F/10 – Bregman Heroics Not Enough in Extras Loss appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/21/26): Boyd Facing M’s in Late-Night Start
Have I mentioned before how much I hate these late West Coast start times? Thankfully, tonight is the only game in the series that will stretch into the next day for those of us in earlier time zones. I’m not sure I’ll be able to stay awake for the whole thing, so I’m hoping for … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/21/26): Boyd Facing M’s in Late-Night Start appeared first on .
Palencia Activated, Arias Added, Assad Optioned, Miller Designated
The Cubs made a flurry of roster moves ahead of Friday night’s game in Seattle, with Daniel Palencia‘s activation headlining the transactions. Javier Assad continues to be a pawn who gets shuffled around because he’s got an option remaining. See below for more… The Chicago Cubs today added infielder Gabriel Arias to the 26-man roster … The post Palencia Activated, Arias Added, Assad Optioned, Miller Designated appeared first on .
Watch: Justin Steele Throws Live BP in Mesa
Can I interest you in a video of Justin Steele facing batters in Arizona? The footage below comes from Rich Biesterfeld, who was out at Sloan Park for several hours in 100-degree temps to capture the action. Provided all goes well, Steele could be ready for a rehab assignment in the near future. He could … The post Watch: Justin Steele Throws Live BP in Mesa appeared first on .
Watch: Ben Brown Throws Live BP in Arizona
Ben Brown is throwing to live batters again, which is a very good sign for his potential return from a stress reaction in his neck that has kept him out of action for the last two months. Given the timeline and the addition of multiple starters at the deadline, Brown will come back in a … The post Watch: Ben Brown Throws Live BP in Arizona appeared first on .
Quantifying Hope: Cubs’ Odds Holding Steady at Nearly 99%
The Cubs have remained somewhat in limbo over the last week, sitting a few games behind the Brewers and a few games ahead of the next team in the Wild Card standings. And while those respective gaps have each moved in the wrong direction since last week, the overall odds have seen only a nominal … The post Quantifying Hope: Cubs’ Odds Holding Steady at Nearly 99% appeared first on .
Son Ranto Show: No Fighting, Pushing, Cocaine, or Shirts in the Bleachers
It was a wild week at Wrigley as the Cubs went .500 against their rival Cardinals and White Sox while there was fighting, pushing, cocaine and a bunch of tarpless bros in the bleachers. Brought to you by Penguin Imprints, Fanarchy and our Patreon supporters. Watch! Listen! The post Son Ranto Show: No Fighting, Pushing, Cocaine, or Shirts in the Bleachers appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs @ Seattle Mariners – Series Preview (August 21-23): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4
The Cubs (74-54) bounced back from dropping a series to the Cardinals by taking two of three from the White Sox thanks to a couple of walk-off victories. Craig Counsell and company now make one final road trip to the West Coast starting Friday night in Seattle. It’s been a disappointing season for the Mariners … The post Chicago Cubs @ Seattle Mariners – Series Preview (August 21-23): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4 appeared first on .
Cubs to Celebrate 150th Anniversary as NL Franchise August 29-30 at Wrigley
See the media release below for details. The Chicago Cubs today announced plans for a weekend celebration at Wrigley Field, Saturday, August 29, through Sunday, August 30, commemorating the club’s 150th anniversary as a National League franchise. The weekend celebration will honor the players, people, places and traditions that have defined Cubs baseball since 1876 while … The post Cubs to Celebrate 150th Anniversary as NL Franchise August 29-30 at Wrigley appeared first on .
Shelby Miller’s Incredible Comeback Gains Steam, Jaxon Wiggins Strengthens Case for Bullpen Role
Back in 2021, Shelby Miller was little more than a punchline about former Diamondbacks GM Dave Stewart saying he was a $200 million player because he’d been traded for Jason Heyward. And that was from a deal seven years prior, when Miller went from St. Louis to Atlanta. His time there was short-lived, as he … The post Shelby Miller’s Incredible Comeback Gains Steam, Jaxon Wiggins Strengthens Case for Bullpen Role appeared first on .
Keeping Cubs Faith from South Side to Really South Side
“Two out of three ain’t bad…” — Jim Steinman Viva La meatloaf! There was a little enclave on the Southwest Side — more or less bounded by the Home Run Inn, the southeast end of Midway airport, the White Owl Indian, and Archer National Bank — where it was permitted to be for blue (a … The post Keeping Cubs Faith from South Side to Really South Side appeared first on .
Cubs Claim Infielder Gabriel Arias from Mets, Transfer Phil Maton to 60-Day IL
This is basically just a matter of creating some defensive depth with Dansby Swanson on the shelf for at least four weeks, so take it for what it’s worth. The Chicago Cubs claimed infielder Gabriel Arias off waivers from the New York Mets. In a corresponding move, the Cubs transferred right-handed pitcher Phil Maton to … The post Cubs Claim Infielder Gabriel Arias from Mets, Transfer Phil Maton to 60-Day IL appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/19/26): White Sox 3, Cubs 0 – Sox Spin Shutout, Avoid Sweep
The Cubs had a chance to complete a sweep of the White Sox on a bright and sunny day at Wrigley Field on Wednesday afternoon. It was not to be, however, as the road team dominated on the mound by pitching a shutout to salvage the finale. Clay Holmes got the start and did well, … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/19/26): White Sox 3, Cubs 0 – Sox Spin Shutout, Avoid Sweep appeared first on .
The Rundown: PCA’s Historic Season, Cubs Hope to Sweep Sox, Dodgers’ Partner Under Federal Investigation
“I’m a shooting star leaping through the sky like a tiger, defying the laws of gravity.” – Don’t Stop Me Now by Queen We had a discussion a while back about the best leadoff batters in team history, and my argument was simple: Which player from any Cubs team since the franchise’s inception would you … The post The Rundown: PCA’s Historic Season, Cubs Hope to Sweep Sox, Dodgers’ Partner Under Federal Investigation appeared first on .
Daniel Palencia Will Be Activated Friday as ‘Out-Getter’
Daniel Palencia was recently placed on the 60-day IL in what was merely a procedural move to clear a temporary spot on the 40-man roster. He was eligible to come off as of the 16th, but the Cubs had a little extra time because of the break on Thursday. As such, the plan is for … The post Daniel Palencia Will Be Activated Friday as ‘Out-Getter’ appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/19/26): Holmes Starting with Sweep on Line
Monday’s opener felt like a game the Cubs should have won handily, but last night’s seemed like the kind of contest they’d lose due to a lack of offense. White Sox bulk man Erick Fedde baffled them for several innings, making just three runs for the visitors feel like several more. Then it was time … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/19/26): Holmes Starting with Sweep on Line appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/18/26): Cubs 4, White Sox 3 – Bregman Gets Clutch Hits to Tie, Walk Off
The Cubs and White Sox met in the second game of their series Tuesday night in a game that featured another dramatic finish. The home team had a second consecutive walk-off victory after waiting out a 90-minute rain delay at Wrigley. Pete Crow-Armstrong once again led off the bottom of the 1st with a solo … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/18/26): Cubs 4, White Sox 3 – Bregman Gets Clutch Hits to Tie, Walk Off appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/18/26): Gausman Tries to Bounce Back After Rough Second Outing
Monday’s series opener should have been a lopsided Cubs win, but that wouldn’t have been quite as exciting as the back-and-forth affair that featured yet another signature performance by Pete Crow-Armstrong. While Ben Verlander will tell you it wasn’t quite as cool as Shohei Ohtani hitting two homers in an 11-5 win over the Rockies … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/18/26): Gausman Tries to Bounce Back After Rough Second Outing appeared first on .
The Rundown: MVPete Powers Cubs Past White Sox, Ohtani Keeping Pace, Things Get Ugly in Wrigley Bleachers
“Now the race is on and here comes Pride up the backstretch.” – The Race is On by The Grateful Dead Pete Crow-Armstrong came into last night’s game against the White Sox hitting .128 with a .227 on-base percentage in his last nine games, including a 1-for-20 stretch with seven strikeouts. He broke out in … The post The Rundown: MVPete Powers Cubs Past White Sox, Ohtani Keeping Pace, Things Get Ugly in Wrigley Bleachers appeared first on .
PCA Maintains 30/30 Vision Even When Blacked Out
The inimitable Reese Bobby taught us that “If you ain’t first, you’re last,” though he later admitted that he was high on PCP when he said it. As those who were high on PCA last night understand, you can be both first and last. The eventual National League MVP launched both the first and last … The post PCA Maintains 30/30 Vision Even When Blacked Out appeared first on .
All Baseball Comics Opens Presale for Chicago Cubs Issue
We’ll have more to come on this awesome new project soon, but I wanted to quickly share some information about a new Cubs comic book that is now available for pre-order. Check out the details below and visit the link to reserve your copy. All Baseball Comics, the official comic book partner of Major League … The post All Baseball Comics Opens Presale for Chicago Cubs Issue appeared first on .
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