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Cubs Reinstate Dansby Swanson
On the road (not literally), so the media release the s all you get. The Chicago Cubs today reinstated infielder Dansby Swanson from the 10-day injured list. In a corresponding move, infielder BJ Murray, Jr. was optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Swanson, 32, was placed on the 10-day injured list on August 17 with a left … The post Cubs Reinstate Dansby Swanson appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/18/26): Holmes Pitching as Bats Try to Chase Burns
This one may be a little rushed or even flat-out late, as I’ll be making my way up to a prospect camp at a school in north-central Indiana this afternoon. We’ve been going around to several little showcases and campus visits for a while now, as he’s not quite at the level where Vanderbilt will … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/18/26): Holmes Pitching as Bats Try to Chase Burns appeared first on .
Cubs Celebrate Alex Bregman’s Horse Winning at Churchill Downs
The theme for the Cubs’ brief road trip to Cincinnati was horse racing, which was more than just a fun gimmick, as it turns out. They spent their off day at Churchill Downs, where the highlight was Alex Bregman‘s horse winning the final race of the evening. And we’re not talking about the horse he … The post Cubs Celebrate Alex Bregman’s Horse Winning at Churchill Downs appeared first on .
Quantifying Hope: Cubs Near Postseason Clinch with 99.9% Odds
Though only one game separates the three Wild Card teams heading into Friday’s action, the Diamondbacks have lost two in a row to fall four games out of the postseason hunt with only nine left to play. The last three of those are against the Padres, which should be good news for the Cubs. It … The post Quantifying Hope: Cubs Near Postseason Clinch with 99.9% Odds appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs @ Cincinnati Reds – Series Preview (September 18-20): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4
The Cubs (85-68) took their second consecutive series by winning two of three from the first-place Braves at Wrigley Field. The offense came through in the two victories, scoring 15 total runs, and the pitching did just enough to make them stand up. They continue their fight for the top spot in the Wild Card … The post Chicago Cubs @ Cincinnati Reds – Series Preview (September 18-20): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4 appeared first on .
Bleacher Bunch: Home Stretch
The Cubs have a winning week versus the Pirates and Braves and now head to Cincy with only 3 series left. Sara Sanchez, Mike Waller, Billy Devore, and Danny Rockett host. Watch! Listen! The post Bleacher Bunch: Home Stretch appeared first on .
Not Much Hope That Owners, Players Will Avoid Lockout
Jeff Passan had some words on the 2027 MLB season Thursday morning, adding to some of his previous ideas on the subject. Passan seems to think a lockout is inevitable and that ownership is willing to sacrifice the early part of the season, or even all of it, in pursuit of their goal. The NLRB … The post Not Much Hope That Owners, Players Will Avoid Lockout appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/16/26): Cubs 8, Braves 4 – Another Signature Performance for MVPete
The Cubs won the deciding game of their series against the Braves at Wrigley Field Wednesday night. The headliner was Pete Crow-Armstrong, who had another massive performance that might have sealed the MVP for him. Chicago got the scoring going against JR Ritchie with an RBI double by Alex Bregman in the bottom of the … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/16/26): Cubs 8, Braves 4 – Another Signature Performance for MVPete appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/16/26): Imanaga Hoping for Filthy Outing Against Ritchie, Braves
The Cubs suffered yet another tough loss last night as the bullpen gave up a pair of two-run homers in the late innings. They didn’t lose any ground because both the Phillies and Padres lost, but they’re just barely bailing water out of the boat quickly enough. Winning tonight is imperative heading into the off … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/16/26): Imanaga Hoping for Filthy Outing Against Ritchie, Braves appeared first on .
Gavin Hollowell, Riley Martin Facing Dansby Swanson at Wrigley as Rain Alters Rehab Schedule
If you were hoping that righty Gavin Hollowell and/or lefty Riley Martin were going to swoop in and save the Cubs’ bullpen at the end of the season, you might be disappointed. Both relievers arrived at Wrigley Field on Wednesday afternoon, but it was a matter of getting in some rehab work rather than waiting … The post Gavin Hollowell, Riley Martin Facing Dansby Swanson at Wrigley as Rain Alters Rehab Schedule appeared first on .
Jacob Webb’s Water Needs to Find Level Before Cubs Drown
If the Cubs had the benefit of an even moderately reliable bullpen, Jacob Webb might have to be worried about finding a red tag in his locker soon. As it is, Craig Counsell has little option but to keep running his would-be closer out there in the hopes that he can rediscover what made him … The post Jacob Webb’s Water Needs to Find Level Before Cubs Drown appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/15/26): Braves 6, Cubs 3 – Webb, Bullpen Blow Another Lead
The Cubs could not hold on to an early lead against the Braves on Tuesday night. The road team hit a trio of two-run homers as they scored six unanswered runs to win the game. Pedro Ramírez put Chicago in front with an RBI single against Martín Pérez in the bottom of the 2nd inning. … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/15/26): Braves 6, Cubs 3 – Webb, Bullpen Blow Another Lead appeared first on .
Shelby Miller Shut Down, Rainouts May Mean Dansby Swanson Activated Sans Rehab Games
It was a really cool story for a while, but righty reliever Shelby Miller will not be joining the Cubs for their playoff push. The 35-year-old had been throwing harder than ever at Triple-A just a little over 10 months removed from his second elbow reconstruction and it looked as though an activation might be … The post Shelby Miller Shut Down, Rainouts May Mean Dansby Swanson Activated Sans Rehab Games appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/15/26): Gausman Trying to Find Footing Again
The Cubs turned what looked like an easy win into a nail-biter, but there’s no such thing as an ugly win at this point. Especially since the Padres may never lose again. They have won eight in a row to move to 9-1 in their last 10, gaining four games on the Cubs and five … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/15/26): Gausman Trying to Find Footing Again appeared first on .
The Rundown: Cubs Will Go as Far as Offense Takes Them, PCA’s Historic Year, MLB Honors Clemente Today
“Come out upon my seas, curse missed opportunities.” – Clocks by Coldplay The Cubs certainly didn’t gain any ground on the Brewers or the Phillies while I was away, but nothing is slowing Pete Crow-Armstrong, who now seems like a lock to win the NL MVP award. His lead over Shohei Ohtani is about as … The post The Rundown: Cubs Will Go as Far as Offense Takes Them, PCA’s Historic Year, MLB Honors Clemente Today appeared first on .
The Big Blue Machine?
The Cubs are trying to pull off the nearly impossible, with the league-best offense and defense and the league-worst pitching staff. It’s a tall order. I had thought it couldn’t be done. A small item on a podcast that came up because I was too lazy to click it off put me on the track … The post The Big Blue Machine? appeared first on .
PCA Sets Several New Precedents in Monday’s Win
You just knew Pete Crow-Armstrong was due after going 1-for-12 with four strikeouts in his three previous games, especially when he’d been hitting the ball hard the whole time, and making history in the process was not out of the question. He set or tied at least two team records, joined an elite group of … The post PCA Sets Several New Precedents in Monday’s Win appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/14/26): Cubs 7, Braves 3 – Peterson Excellent in W
The Cubs started their series with the Braves off on a positive note Monday night with a win. The home side charged out to a big lead, but there were some tense moments at Wrigley in the late innings when the bullpen had to escape a couple of jams to hang on. Chicago struck first … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/14/26): Cubs 7, Braves 3 – Peterson Excellent in W appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/14/26): Peterson Pitching Against Braves
The Cubs enter the week tied with the Phillies atop the Wild Card standings, but both teams are just 1.5 games up on the streaking Padres. San Diego has won seven in a row to open up a 2.5-game lead on the Diamondbacks, and they’re now facing the Rockies while the Cubs play host to … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/14/26): Peterson Pitching Against Braves appeared first on .
Daniel Palencia Might Be Back
Daniel Palencia went three straight appearances without getting a whiff and got only one swing-and-miss on 60 total pitches over a period of four starts. His fastball velocity had been trending down to around 98 mph and the Cubs had lost each of the first seven games in which he appeared after being activated from the IL on … The post Daniel Palencia Might Be Back appeared first on .
Alex Bregman Trending Toward Top-3 Career Season
I’ll never forget a debate I had with a buddy roughly 25 years ago over his claim that Reggie Miller wasn’t very good because he scored most of his points in the fourth quarter. Even if that statement was factually accurate, my counter was that coming up big late in games would actually make a … The post Alex Bregman Trending Toward Top-3 Career Season appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs vs Atlanta Braves – Series Preview (September 14-16): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4
The Cubs (83-67) took two of three from the Pirates this weekend to stabilize things after getting swept by the Brewers in Milwaukee. After an offensive explosion on Friday, they split a pair of one-run decisions. Chicago will try to improve their position in the standings when a very good Braves team comes to Wrigley … The post Chicago Cubs vs Atlanta Braves – Series Preview (September 14-16): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4 appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/13/26): Pirates 4, Cubs 3 – Sweep Attempt Falls Short
The Cubs came up short in their attempt to sweep the Pirates on Sunday afternoon at Wrigley Field. Unlike Saturday, they could not erase a one-run deficit in the late innings to grab a win. Pittsburgh went ahead on Matthew Boyd in the top of the 1st on an RBI single by Bryan Reynolds. Chicago … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/13/26): Pirates 4, Cubs 3 – Sweep Attempt Falls Short appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/13/26): Boyd Facing Bubba, Bucs
Forgive my brevity this morning, dear reader, but it’s Bears Sunday and I’m also getting ready to head out for an afternoon of kayaking with some fraternity brothers. It’s a really cool deal put on as a partnership between a local brewery and a paddlesports livery. You show up at the brewery and they give … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/13/26): Boyd Facing Bubba, Bucs appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/12/26): Cubs 4, Pirates 3 – Patient Approach Leads to W
The Cubs took on the Pirates Saturday afternoon at Wrigley Field with a chance to secure a series win. The home team fell behind in the middle of the game before rallying back with two in the 8th inning to win. Chicago grabbed the lead against Paul Skenes in the bottom of the 1st when … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/12/26): Cubs 4, Pirates 3 – Patient Approach Leads to W appeared first on .
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