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Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/5/26): PCA at DH, Imanaga Shoving for Sweep
I am probably not alone in being at least mildly surprised by the way the Cubs have taken care of business against the Dodgers, especially with Tarik Skubal on the mound last night. Funny what happens when you’re clicking in all facets of the game, which was not the case against the Yankees. As nice … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/5/26): PCA at DH, Imanaga Shoving for Sweep appeared first on .
Braxton Garrett Trades Has Shades of Getting Jake Arrieta from Baltimore
Remember when the Cubs traded for Jake Arrieta back in 2013? The Orioles were a contending team that wanted to add a starter in early July, so they traded Arrieta and Pedro Strop to Chicago for No. 4 starter Scott Feldman and catcher Steve Clevenger. That trade barely moved the needle at the time. The … The post Braxton Garrett Trades Has Shades of Getting Jake Arrieta from Baltimore appeared first on .
Top Cubs Prospect Josiah Hartshorn Clarifies Sunday’s Early Exit
Josiah Hartshorn (Hart-shorn) went from sixth-round pick to the Cubs’ top-ranked prospect (No. 60 overall) in about a year, and he’s currently putting up a 130 wRC+ with 12 homers in 248 plate appearances at High-A South Bend. A switch-hitter who has played at least 149 innings each at first base (281), right (293.1), and … The post Top Cubs Prospect Josiah Hartshorn Clarifies Sunday’s Early Exit appeared first on .
Watch: Cookie Monster Interviewed on Marquee Before Singing Stretch
It’s rare that we share interviews from the guest conductors of the 7th Inning Stretch at Wrigley, but we’ll make an exception for Cookie Monster. Surely no one will be critical of what was a good deal of harmless fun. The Cookie Monster interview on marquee in full. pic.twitter.com/yNJ0ZkStul — 🤗 (@MalortMatt) August 5, 2026 The post Watch: Cookie Monster Interviewed on Marquee Before Singing Stretch appeared first on .
Even Objective Observers Believe Cubs ‘Absolutely Killed This Deadline’
As high as (most) Cubs fans are about the coup Jed Hoyer pulled at the trade deadline, it’s possible some objective observers feel even more strongly about the recent upgrades. Hoyer was aggressive without being reckless, moved big prospects without completely strip-mining the farm system, and managed to improve both depth and upside for his … The post Even Objective Observers Believe Cubs ‘Absolutely Killed This Deadline’ appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/4/26): Cubs 5, Dodgers 1 – Decisive Victory to Take Series
The Cubs and Dodgers tangled on Tuesday night at Wrigley Field in newly acquired ace Tarik Skubal‘s debut performance. The home team decided to spoil the party for the visitors with a great starting pitching effort of their own and some timely hitting to grab a series victory. Javier Assad was very sharp, with his … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/4/26): Cubs 5, Dodgers 1 – Decisive Victory to Take Series appeared first on .
Watch: Swanson Homers Against Skubal to Tie Game in the 3rd
There sure has been a lot of hype around the Dodgers’ acquisition of Tarik Skubal. Dare I say, a bit too much. So, it sure is sweet to see Dansby Swanson take him deep in the 3rd inning. This bomb left Swanson’s bat at 102.8 mph and traveled 401 beautiful feet to the left field … The post Watch: Swanson Homers Against Skubal to Tie Game in the 3rd appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/4/26): Assad Opposing Skubal in First Dodgers, Wrigley Start
After coming out as big winners at the trade deadline, the Cubs came up with a big win over the Dodgers in Monday’s series opener. They went heavy on volume, acquiring two front-line starters and a high-leverage reliever, along with a swing option who’ll start his Cubs tenure in Iowa. The Dodgers, on the other … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/4/26): Assad Opposing Skubal in First Dodgers, Wrigley Start appeared first on .
Cubs Add Ryan Zeferjahn, DFA Jake Woodford
The Cubs added two new acquisitions on Tuesday, with outfielder Tyrone Taylor and right-handed reliever Ryan Zeferjahn joining the active roster. We already covered how the former displaced Kevin Alcantara and will platoon in left with Ian Happ. Zeferjahn’s addition to the bullpen is a huge improvement over the guys Craig Counsell has been forced … The post Cubs Add Ryan Zeferjahn, DFA Jake Woodford appeared first on .
Cubs Add Tyrone Taylor, Option Kevin Alcántara
It wasn’t a grand slam, but Kevin Alcántara‘s first MLB homer came with a fate worse than just riding the bench. Because the Cubs need a spot for newly acquired outfielder Tyrone Taylor, who will platoon with Ian Happ in left field against tough lefties, Alcántara has been optioned back to Iowa. The timing is … The post Cubs Add Tyrone Taylor, Option Kevin Alcántara appeared first on .
Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes to Start This Weekend in KC
Though he didn’t lay out his exact plans, Craig Counsell made it pretty clear in talking with reporters on Tuesday that Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes will (probably) start on Friday and Saturday in Kansas City. Gausman’s regular turn would have been on Thursday, but pushing him back allows him to acclimate a little more … The post Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes to Start This Weekend in KC appeared first on .
Sounds Like Ian Happ Will Be Platooned Against Tough Lefties Moving Forward
Craig Counsell must have been listening to Erykah Badu on Monday, because he apparently went to Jed Hoyer and said, “You better call Tyrone and tell him come on.” That would be Tyrone Taylor, the outfielder acquired from the Mets along with Clay Holmes in exchange for infield prospect Jefferson Rojas. The 32-year-old has never … The post Sounds Like Ian Happ Will Be Platooned Against Tough Lefties Moving Forward appeared first on .
Cubs ‘Here to Win’ with Deadline Splashes, Now Comes Some Serious Roster Shuffling
Jed Hoyer didn’t stand pat, nor did he wait for the market to come to him at a time when he absolutely needed to make big improvements to the Cubs’ pitching staff. The man who’s been at or near the head of baseball operations on the North Side for nearly 15 years now showed the … The post Cubs ‘Here to Win’ with Deadline Splashes, Now Comes Some Serious Roster Shuffling appeared first on .
The Rundown: Cubs Blast Dodgers, Hoyer Rewards Grinding Squad with Deadline Additions, CBA Concerns Follow Skubal to LA
“All the doors I closed one time will open up again.” – Back in the High Life Again by Steve Winwood The Cubs are 1-0 in post-deadline games and the hated Dodgers are the inverse, so life is pretty good for Cubs fans right now. Chicago fell behind quickly last night, but Matthew Boyd righted … The post The Rundown: Cubs Blast Dodgers, Hoyer Rewards Grinding Squad with Deadline Additions, CBA Concerns Follow Skubal to LA appeared first on .
Jed Hoyer Headlines Trade Deadline Winners and Losers
The trade deadline has passed, but not without its customary flurry of moves in the final hour. Jed Hoyer checked off every item on his list, even if he may have had to take secondary routes to acquire reinforcements. Chicago landed one of the three best starters traded when Hoyer pulled the trigger on the … The post Jed Hoyer Headlines Trade Deadline Winners and Losers appeared first on .
Recapping Furious Trade Deadline Action with List of Every Deal
Kudos to Jed Hoyer for his most impactful trade deadline since he broke up the Cubs’ World Series core back in 2021. The Cubs added three starters, a backend reliever, and a backup outfielder. Additionally, Hoyer’s moves added much-needed length to Chicago’s bullpen because Javier Assad and Colin Rea can slide into swing roles. All … The post Recapping Furious Trade Deadline Action with List of Every Deal appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/3/26): Cubs 10, Dodgers 5 – Four Home Runs in Comeback Victory
The Cubs and Dodgers got together on Monday night in the wake of a flurry of moves at the trade deadline earlier in the day. After falling behind immediately, the home team responded with a barrage of homers to thrill the Wrigley faithful and take the opener. Former Cardinals outfielder Tommy Edman greeted Matthew Boyd … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/3/26): Cubs 10, Dodgers 5 – Four Home Runs in Comeback Victory appeared first on .
Cubs Announce Several Roster Moves for Monday
Today got so busy between the trade deadline and some other activities, like selling a new Combat to the shortstop of a rival school, that I failed to put out a lineup post or track the transactions. Oh, we also had a doubleheader in softball to make up for last week’s rainout. It’s too late … The post Cubs Announce Several Roster Moves for Monday appeared first on .
Cubs Acquire Clay Holmes, Tyrone Taylor from Mets for Jefferson Rojas
As Jon Heyman was first to report, the Cubs have acquired right-handed starter Clay Holmes and outfield Tyrone Taylor in exchange for minor league infield prospect Jefferson Rojas. Ranked No. 2 in the system and No. 63 overall, Rojas was a very steep price to pay. But with the infield set, Pedro Ramírez looking like … The post Cubs Acquire Clay Holmes, Tyrone Taylor from Mets for Jefferson Rojas appeared first on .
Cubs Acquire LHP Braxton Garrett from Marlins for Jonathon Long, Jace Beck
The Cubs just picked up a possible lottery ticket in 29-year-old (on Wednesday) Braxton Garrett, the No. 7 overall pick in 2016 who started to round into form in 2022-23. He blew out his elbow in 2024, then missed all of last season. This year has been an adventure, with just two big league starts … The post Cubs Acquire LHP Braxton Garrett from Marlins for Jonathon Long, Jace Beck appeared first on .
Cubs Acquire Reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from Angels for Moises Ballesteros, Mason McGwire
Shortly after conflicting reports surfaced about the Cubs working out a deal to acquire lefty starter Reid Detmers from the Angels came word that the two teams have a trade in place sending righty reliever Ryan Zeferjahn to Chicago. Though his name sounds like the breeze you feel when someone walks by you in a … The post Cubs Acquire Reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from Angels for Moises Ballesteros, Mason McGwire appeared first on .
Conflicting Reports About Cubs Acquiring Reid Detmers
Bleacher Nation’s Michael Cerami was the first to report that the Cubs were acquiring lefty Reid Detmers from the Angels, but ESPN’s Jesse Rogers, MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand, and Just Baseball’s Peter Appel subsequently reported that no deal is done. While I have not been able to confirm anything one way or the other, Cerami stood … The post Conflicting Reports About Cubs Acquiring Reid Detmers appeared first on .
The Rundown: It’s Deadline Day, Cubs Acquire Gausman, Hoyer Still Shopping, Skubal to Dodgers, Peralta to Rays
“I’m all lost in the supermarket, I can no longer shop happily. I came here for the special offer…guaranteed personality.” — Lost in the Supermarket by The Clash We’ve reached Deadline Day and Major League Baseball is about to become one gigantic public market clearing house. The Cubs are expected to make another splash or … The post The Rundown: It’s Deadline Day, Cubs Acquire Gausman, Hoyer Still Shopping, Skubal to Dodgers, Peralta to Rays appeared first on .
Cubs Officially Announce Kevin Gausman Trade, Have Now Parted with 6 of Top 7 2024 Draft Picks
I promised a little more on the Kevin Gausman deal when I wrote it up last night, but then I got worried that there wouldn’t be much more to say about a guy who’s been in the bigs since 2013. Thankfully, there are indeed some new threads to pull on. The first, and this was … The post Cubs Officially Announce Kevin Gausman Trade, Have Now Parted with 6 of Top 7 2024 Draft Picks appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers – Series Preview (August 3-5): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4
After a successful road trip, the Cubs (63-49) stumbled a bit in their return home to Wrigley by dropping two out of three to a talented Yankees squad. Craig Counsell‘s team struggled to get much going with the bats, scoring only six total runs against the best pitching staff in baseball. Things don’t get any … The post Chicago Cubs vs Los Angeles Dodgers – Series Preview (August 3-5): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4 appeared first on .
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