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Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/6/26): Holmes Starting with Chance to Sweep
It had been a while since the Cubs won a series, but they managed to get it done yesterday despite an overall ugly effort. But you know what? Those gutty, gross wins are exactly the kinds of games they weren’t winning recently. It seemed as though they had to blow teams out or risk giving … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/6/26): Holmes Starting with Chance to Sweep appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/5/26): Cubs 6, Marlins 5 – Bullpen Survives in Close Win
The Cubs and Marlins got together for the second game of their series at loanDepot Park Saturday afternoon. The road squad built a big lead in the middle innings and the bullpen just barely held on for a one-run victory. Chicago went ahead against starter Ryan Gusto with a three-spot in the top of the … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/5/26): Cubs 6, Marlins 5 – Bullpen Survives in Close Win appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/5/26): Assad Returns with Gusto
We’re going quick today because there’s a big slate of college football and I need to get in a bike ride before driving to Cincinnati to see Wu-Tang Clan with Bone Thugs-N-Harmony. Good times. The Cubs got a win last night behind Shota Imanaga, who didn’t give up a homer, and now fans who’ve been … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/5/26): Assad Returns with Gusto appeared first on .
Cubs Announce 2027 Spring Training Schedule
MLB is still pretending like there’ll be a season next year, which I suppose is nice. The Cubs have released their 2027 spring training schedule, tickets for which go on sale December 4. For those of you keeping score at home, that’s two days after the lockout will start. Major League Baseball and the Chicago … The post Cubs Announce 2027 Spring Training Schedule appeared first on .
Lunch Ranto: Wild Card It Is
The Cubs will have to be content with a Wild Card berth, but we aren’t content at all. Billy Devore joins us to recap the Reds series and Eric Wielo joins us to recap the Brewers series as the Cubs have a losing week at home. Brought to you by Penguin Imprints, Fanarchy and our … The post Lunch Ranto: Wild Card It Is appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/4/26): Cubs 6, Marlins 1 – Shōta Shoves in W
The Cubs got their series in South Florida against the Marlins off to a strong start with an impressive victory Friday night. Starter Shōta Imanaga had a nice bounce-back performance to lead the way in a relatively comfortable win. Chicago went in front on Janson Junk via an RBI groundout by Pedro Ramírez in the … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/4/26): Cubs 6, Marlins 1 – Shōta Shoves in W appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/4/26): Imanaga Gets Another Shot in Miami
The Cubs managed to make it out of town on a high note, riding a Pete Crow-Armstrong homer and a complete pitching performance to a series-halving victory. Now they face a Marlins team that has been hovering right around the .500 mark for most of the season. That might present a bit of a reprieve … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/4/26): Imanaga Gets Another Shot in Miami appeared first on .
PCA’s Mutual Admiration Society Witnesses Latest Signature Moment
Pete Crow-Armstrong made a point of attending Bears, Bulls, and Blackhawks games during the offseason, often appearing alongside fellow burgeoning superstar Caleb Williams. Neither young athlete is lacking in the swagger department, and both have put their respective sports on notice that a new day is dawning in Chicago. To that end, they’ve recruited Bulls … The post PCA’s Mutual Admiration Society Witnesses Latest Signature Moment appeared first on .
Quantifying Hope: Cubs Survive Brewers Series, Maintain 99% Playoff Odds
Well, they made it through the first round. It wasn’t always pretty, but the Cubs managed to split with the Brewers at Wrigley to avoid losing ground in the division. They also picked up a half-game on the idle Phillies on Thursday, though the Cubs still trail in the race for the top Wild Card … The post Quantifying Hope: Cubs Survive Brewers Series, Maintain 99% Playoff Odds appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs @ Miami Marlins – Series Preview (September 4-6): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4
The Cubs (79-62) managed to split their series with the first-place Brewers at Wrigley Field this week to stay near the top Wild Card spot. With the division largely decided barring a massive Milwaukee collapse, the focus can shift to securing home-field advantage in the first round of the playoffs and trying to stabilize the … The post Chicago Cubs @ Miami Marlins – Series Preview (September 4-6): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4 appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/3/26): Cubs 2, Brewers 1 – Gausman, Bullpen Protect Slim Lead
The Cubs finished up their series against the rival Brewers with a low-scoring affair at the Friendly Confines on Thursday night. Things were a little bit different for the home team, with an outstanding effort from the entire pitching staff to secure a split. Both starting pitchers, Kevin Gausman and Logan Henderson, had excellent stuff … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/3/26): Cubs 2, Brewers 1 – Gausman, Bullpen Protect Slim Lead appeared first on .
Cubs Announce Ben Brown Will Miss Rest of Season Due to Neck Issue
In what came more as confirmation than revelation, the Cubs announced Thursday that Ben Brown will not return this season. He had been symptom-free and was nearing a rehab assignment when he experienced recurring neck pain following an outing at the team’s Mesa complex. Brown returned with the team after the Diamondbacks series and has … The post Cubs Announce Ben Brown Will Miss Rest of Season Due to Neck Issue appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/3/26): Gausman Going with Series Split Riding on Line
After blowing the Brewers’ doors off in the series opener, the Cubs dropped the next two games to put themselves in quite a hole. They must win tonight just to split the series and keep the division lead from reaching double digits. What’s more, they can’t afford to lose any more ground to the teams … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/3/26): Gausman Going with Series Split Riding on Line appeared first on .
Former Brewers Fan Tyrese Haliburton Throwing First Pitch in Thursday’s Series Finale
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton grew up a Brewers fan in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, about an hour and a half from American Family Field, but that all changed in 2025 after he and his team knocked the Milwaukee Bucks out of the playoffs for the second straight year. The Iowa State product, who also pulls for the … The post Former Brewers Fan Tyrese Haliburton Throwing First Pitch in Thursday’s Series Finale appeared first on .
Why Protein Timing, Proper Recovery Matter More Now Than Ever for Cubs
I don’t ever remember hearing a word about macros when I was younger, let alone having access to all manner of supplements like we do today. Outside of being presented with the food pyramid and understanding that vegetables should be part of dinner, we just ate whatever was available. We’re talking about a time when … The post Why Protein Timing, Proper Recovery Matter More Now Than Ever for Cubs appeared first on .
PCA Defining New Era of Cubs Baseball
From the first time the Chicago baseball team once known as the White Stockings took the field in 1876 to now, there’s only been one Pete Crow-Armstrong. Whether you’re here because you’re a Cubs fan or because you are hate-reading, you’ve certainly come across myriad pieces telling of PCA brilliance. This is deservedly so, but … The post PCA Defining New Era of Cubs Baseball appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/2/26): Brewers 9, Cubs 5 – Even Handing Miz His Worst Start Can’t Buy W
If I had told you coming into the game that the Cubs would score five earned runs on Jacob Misiorowski, the first time he’s given up more than three earned this season, you probably wouldn’t have believed me. They jumped on the Cy Young in waiting with a leadoff walk by Pete Crow-Armstrong and a … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/2/26): Brewers 9, Cubs 5 – Even Handing Miz His Worst Start Can’t Buy W appeared first on .
Justin Steele Makes First Rehab Appearance for I-Cubs
After a lengthy rehab process that included a serious setback earlier in the season, Justin Steele was finally able to take the mound in live competition for the Iowa Cubs on Wednesday evening. The lefty recorded five outs, two on strikes, and gave up three runs (one earned) on four hits and no walks. He … The post Justin Steele Makes First Rehab Appearance for I-Cubs appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/2/26): Peterson Looking to Get Misses in Matchup Against Miz
The Cubs outscored the Mariners 28-11, the Diamondbacks 11-7, and the Reds 30-22, yet they lost all three series. They’re up 21-12 on the Brewers after splitting the first two games, and now need to win one more to at least break even. They no longer possess the top Wild Card spot, not that it … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (8/2/26): Peterson Looking to Get Misses in Matchup Against Miz appeared first on .
Counsell’s Bullpen Circle of Trust Shrinking to Pinpoint as Postseason Looms
“There must be some kind of way out of here,” said Craig Counsell to his chief. “There’s too much confusion. I can’t get no relief.” I had to adjust Bob Dylan’s — that’s right, kids, that song wasn’t written by either Jimi Hendrix or Dave Matthews — lyrics slightly to give a nod to either … The post Counsell’s Bullpen Circle of Trust Shrinking to Pinpoint as Postseason Looms appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/1/26): Brewers 9, Cubs 4 – Bullpen Blasted Again
The Cubs battled the Brewers in the second game of their series and a hot and muggy Wrigley Field Tuesday night. The home squad ran into a familiar problem, with another bullpen implosion erasing an early lead and handing them a loss. Chicago was the first team to break through on the scoresheet against Robert … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/1/26): Brewers 9, Cubs 4 – Bullpen Blasted Again appeared first on .
The Rundown: Cubs, Bregman Bomb Brewers & Set Franchise Record for Home Runs, Buckle Up for Home Stretch
“The ghouls all came from their humble abodes to get a jolt from my electrodes.” – Monster Mash by Bobby “Boris” Pickett and the Crypt Kickers If the 2026 Cubs remind you of the 1961 Yankees, you’re not alone. Chicago slugged a team record nine home runs in yesterday’s 17-3 win over the Brewers, providing … The post The Rundown: Cubs, Bregman Bomb Brewers & Set Franchise Record for Home Runs, Buckle Up for Home Stretch appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/1/26): Boyd Bump Day, Murray Makes Debut as Bats Look to Bloat Gasser
The Cubs showed last night that they are the most explosive offense in baseball, with a 17-run outburst that featured nine home runs. That set a franchise record for homers in a single game, while also pushing the Cubs to a new NL record with 62 homers in a month (20 more than any other … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/1/26): Boyd Bump Day, Murray Makes Debut as Bats Look to Bloat Gasser appeared first on .
Cubs Select Infielder BJ Murray Jr, Recall RHP Tyler Ferguson
It’s September 1, which means teams get two additional roster spots. We already covered the promotion of BJ Murray Jr., and Tyler Ferguson has already been with the big club, so let’s just hand it off to the media release. Before that, a quick note that Javier Assad can’t come back until Saturday unless it’s … The post Cubs Select Infielder BJ Murray Jr, Recall RHP Tyler Ferguson appeared first on .
Clay Holmes Throws Third Scoreless Outing in Last Four Starts
Clay Holmes could have had the worst night of his career and still won on Monday night, but his fourth straight excellent start ensured the Cubs’ nine home runs created a massive rout. After shaking off the rust from a two-month IL stint in his first Cubs start, Holmes has allowed only one total run … The post Clay Holmes Throws Third Scoreless Outing in Last Four Starts appeared first on .
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