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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 29
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — June 29 
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Frank Schwindel, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 2004 – At Bank One Ballpark, the Diamondbacks’ 40-year-old fireballer Randy Johnson records his 4,000th career strikeout to become the fourth player in major league history to reach the plateau.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 28
Successful road trip with series win in Milwaukee giving Chicago Cubs a ‘boost of confidence’
The Chicago Cubs are returning home after a long road trip which saw them play seven games in six days. Chicago began last week in New York to face the Mets in a four-game series.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 28
3 Thoughts After Cubs Outlast Brewers in Extra Innings for a Massive Series Win
What a finish! The Chicago Cubs (46-38) pull off two wins in a row vs the first-place Milwaukee Brewers (50-31), capping it off with a 4-3 win Sunday in extra innings!
The 'MLB playoff HR leaders' quiz
In the history of MLB, 31 players have hit 13 or more home runs in the postseason over the course of their careers. How many can you name in six minutes?
Edgar Alvarez News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 28
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Edgar Alvarez homers for Smokies
Left-hander Drew Pomeranz joined Triple-A Iowa. Right-hander Kenten Egbert moves from High-A South Bend to Iowa. We’ve all heard of players on the Des Moines/Chicago Shuttle.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / June 28
Chicago Cubs fan frustration with Alex Bregman hits boiling point
Alex Bregman has to feel relieved that he and his team won that insane game in Milwaukee on Sunday. While the main story was the Houdini act by Jordan Wicks to preserve a 4-3 Cubs win in 10, Bregman got himself into hot water in the middle of the game.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 28
Win over Brewers can't mask growing Cubs problem
The Chicago Cubs are trending up again after taking the weekend series from the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers. But that doesn't mask a growing problem on the North Side.
Jordan Wicks News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 28
Cubs 4, Brewers 3: Jordan Wicks saves the day. No, really!
No matter what you thought the Cubs would do this year, you absolutely did not have the following on your Cubs Bingo card: “Jordan Wicks is going to post his first save of the year against the Brewers, in Milwaukee, coming into the game in the 10th inning with the bases loaded and nobody out.” Who writes these scripts, anyway?
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 28
Cubs take series from Brewers with 3-run 10th inning
The Chicago Cubs scored three times in the top of the 10th inning and held on for a 4-3 win in the rubber match of a three-game series against the host Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 28
Alex Bregman gets caught not hustling on ground ball
Chicago Cubs fans are not thrilled with their $175 million third baseman after one play in Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers. Alex Bregman likely cost himself a base by not hustling out of the box during Sunday’s game at American Family Field in Milwaukee, Wisc.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Yosver Zulueta News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 28
Orioles Claim Yosver Zulueta
The Orioles claimed right-hander Yosver Zulueta off waivers from the Cubs and then optioned the right-hander to Triple-A. No other roster move was necessary since Baltimore had an open space on its 40-man roster. Francys Romero was the first to report the move, shortly before the O’s made the official announcement.
Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 28
Cubs’ Craig Counsell hits fans with harsh trade reality amid bonkers pitcher injuries
Despite the Chicago Cubs trading for David Peterson from the New York Mets, the team has been dealing with a ton of injuries to the staff. As the Cubs can’t seem to catch a break with the pitching injuries, manager Craig Counsell would speak on the chance of the team addressing the need for more pitchers.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 28
Chicago Cubs: Another pitcher on the IL, another obstacle to deal with
The Chicago Cubs, at this point, probably can’t help but shrug their shoulders and brace for the next pitching injury to pop up. Early Saturday morning, reliever Hoby Milner had an emergency appendectomy that will keep him out of commission for four to six weeks, according to the team.
Ben Brown News / ChiCitySports / June 28
Chicago Cubs: Update on Ben Brown doesn’t sound good at all
The Chicago Cubs have been dealing with a seemingly non-stop barrage of pitching injuries that have diminished expectations of a postseason run dramatically.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 28
Cubs vs. Brewers Lineup: Jordan Wicks Taking the Mound? Matt Shaw Sits, More
The Chicago Cubs are looking to win a second consecutive series and cut further into the Brewers' comfortable lead atop the NL Central. Their recent four-game sweep of the Mets helped them gain a slim cushion on the Cardinals, so adding another win today could prove key ahead of next weekend's meeting with St.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / June 28
Chicago Cubs Notebook: Peterson Settles In, Happ Ties Wilson, & A Deep Dive into Jace Beck
The Chicago Cubs hold a 45-38 record and currently occupy the third National League Wild Card spot. Over the last 24 hours, the North Siders stabilized their injury-riddled rotation with a vital victory in Milwaukee.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 28
Cubs roster move: Jordan Wicks recalled, Vince Velasquez DFA
The Cubs today recalled left-handed pitcher Jordan Wicks from Triple-A Iowa and designated right-handed pitcher Vince Velasquez for assignment. Wicks has made two starts this season for the Cubs, dropping both games.
Ian Happ News / Field Level Media / June 27
Ian Happ keys big inning as Cubs overwhelm Brewers
Ian Happ hit a three-run home run in a four-run sixth inning as the visiting Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 8-2 Saturday. The Cubs will try to win the series Sunday as the teams split the first two games.
Phil Maton News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 27
Cubs Place Phil Maton On 15-Day Injured List
The Cubs placed Phil Maton on the 15-day injured list on Friday, as the right-hander is dealing with right knee tendinitis. David Peterson (acquired from the Mets earlier this week) was officially activated in the corresponding move, and the southpaw will make his Cubs debut as the starting pitcher in today’s game with the Brewers.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26
Ben Brown Diagnosed With Stress Reaction In Neck; Cubs Continuing To Seek Rotation Help
When the Cubs placed righty Ben Brown on the 15-day injured list earlier this week, the injury was initially announced as a “neck strain.” The team didn’t provide a concrete timetable for his return.
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Cubs Lose Another Starting Pitcher to IL
The Chicago Cubs are losing another starting pitcher due to injury. The Cubs officially placed Edward Cabrera on the injured list with a left hamstring strain and are recalling Gavin Hollowell from Triple-A Iowa, as well as selecting Vince Velasquez's contract from Triple-A.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 24
Cubs take two steps back with starting pitchers' brutal injury updates
The Chicago Cubs are taking one step forward and two back.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 24
Three starting pitchers the Cubs should target ahead of the deadline
The Cubs need pitching help as they look to make a postseason push. Here are three players the club could target.
Justin Steele News / Athlon Sports / June 23
Cubs Facing Trade Decision After Unfortunate Justin Steele News
Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer addressed left-hander Justin Steele's role for the rest of the 2026 season on Tuesday, and his answer points the front office towards the trade market.
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