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Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/06/2026
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 24-12 record. They sit atop the National League Central. Their winning streak has been extended to seven games. The club secured a thrilling 3-2 extra-innings victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 6
The Cubs are off to one of the best starts in franchise history 
You all know that the Cubs struggled for the first 16 games of 2026, going 7-9. Since then it’s been almost all winning — 10 straight, then three losses, and now entering Wednesday night’s game against the Reds on a seven-game winning streak (and also 13 consecutive wins at Wrigley Field).
Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / May 6
The underrated aspect of Dansby Swanson’s game that is going unnoticed in 2026
Since Dansby Swanson arrived in Chicago, Cubs fans have been hoping for more from their seven-year, $177 million investment. During his final seasons with the Atlanta Braves, the power-hitting shortstop launched 25 and 27 home runs while driving in 88 and 96 runs, respectively.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 6
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 36
It took one extra inning to get there, but ultimately, the result was the same. The Cubs have now won seven straight and 13 in a row at home. They’ve won 17 of 20.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 6
Chicago Cubs: 1x All-Star named player most likely to be traded at deadline
The Chicago Cubs are 24-12 and in first place in the National League Central Division. Currently, they hold a 2.5 game lead over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / May 6
Winning Is Fun, Which Means Cubs Baseball Is Very Fun Right Now
When it comes to Cubs baseball, there used to be a planet-sized weight strapped to the franchise’s ankle that grew larger with each passing year of futility.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 6
Cubs 3, Reds 2: Michael Busch walks it off
Honestly, I am running out of superlatives to describe what the Chicago Cubs have done over the last three weeks. For quite some time, Tuesday’s game against the Reds at Wrigley Field looked like one of those “tip the cap to the other guy” games.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 6
Chicago Cubs history unpacked, May 6
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Bill Hands, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1998, Rookie Kerry Wood ties the ML record with 20 strikeouts in a nine-inning game, pitching a one-hitter to lead the Chicago Cubs over the Houston Astros, 2-0.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / May 6
Pete Crow-Armstrong provides learning moment as Chicago Cubs rally again
The Chicago Cubs are red hot, winning 16 of their last 19 games including 12 straight. But Monday night’s win was another thriller. After having to wait out a rain delay, the Cubs found themselves trailing 3-0 to division rival Cincinnati.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Michael Busch News / Field Level Media / May 5
Michael Busch-led Cubs beat Reds in 10th for seventh straight win
Michael Busch singled in the winning run in the 10th inning after tying the game with a solo homer in the eighth, and the Chicago Cubs beat the visiting Cincinnati Reds 3-2 on Tuesday for their seventh straight victory.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 5
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Pedro Ramírez named IL Player of the Month
Some honors for Cubs prospects came today. Infielder Pedro Ramírez was named International League Player of the Month for April. Ramírez batted .323/.398/.625 for the month and led the league-lead in home runs (seven), RBI (28) and runs scored (24).
MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 6
Chicago Cubs linked to All-Star trade that would give fans chills
The Chicago Cubs are now a decade removed from winning their first World Series since 1908, but it feels like just yesterday. The Cubs haven’t exactly experienced a ton of postseason success since then, but this year’s team seems to have a bit of a different feel to it.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 5
Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/05/2026
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 23-12 record and sit atop the National League Central after a thrilling comeback victory. The win marks the team’s sixth consecutive victory.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 5
What Pete Crow-Armstrong said about Michael Conforto’s clutch walk-off home run
The Chicago Cubs are red hot. On Monday, they defeated the Cincinnati Reds 5-4 with Michael Conforto hitting a walk-off homer and leading the Cubs to their 12th straight win at Wrigley Field, the longest win streak since 2008.
Michael Conforto News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 5
Cubs Continue to Look Awesome as Michael Conforto Hits First Career Walk-Off HR
The Chicago Cubs pinch-hitting mastery continued on Monday night. Looking to extend their NL Central lead over the Cincinnati Reds, they went into the bottom of the ninth down 4-3.
Ben Cowles News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4
Cubs Outright Ben Cowles
The Cubs have sent infielder Ben Cowles outright to Triple-A Iowa, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last week.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / May 4
Cubs Make Weather Announcement Before Reds Game
The Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds are set to begin a four game series on Monday at Wrigley Field. Although it is only May, both teams have been fighting for sole possession of first place in the National League Central.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 4
Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/04/2026
The Chicago Cubs hold a 22-12 record after completing a three-game sweep of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Their 8-4 victory at Wrigley Field yesterday extended the team’s winning streak to five games.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 4
Kevin Alcantara’s successes may cause a dilemma for the Cubs
Chicago Cubs outfielder Kevin Alcantara continues to bang on the door of the big leagues after putting together a strong first month in the minor leagues.
Shota Imanaga News / Just Baseball / May 4
Shota Imanaga Keeps Putting Tough End To ‘25 Behind Him
In the second half of 2025, Chicago Cubs fans didn’t get the same Shota Imanaga they grew accustomed to seeing in his first year and a half with the team.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 3
Cubs Fans Can Take Sigh of Relief After Latest Daniel Palencia & Nico Hoerner News
The Chicago Cubs will officially welcome Daniel Palencia back to the bullpen. The organization reinstated the closer on Sunday afternoon ahead of their 1:20 matchup with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 3
Cubs Reinstate Daniel Palencia, Designate Yacksel Rios For Assignment
Cubs right-hander Daniel Palencia has been activated from the 15-day IL, the team announced. The closer missed three weeks with a lat strain. Fellow righty Yacksel Rios was designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 2
Cubs' Ian Happ cementing status as elite left fielder in MLB
While we just entered the month of May, Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ has made an early statement about how he's solidified his status as one of the top left fielders in MLB.
Vince Velasquez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30
Vince Velasquez Elects Free Agency
Righty Vince Velasquez elected free agency after being outrighted by the Cubs on Tuesday, according to the MiLB.com transaction tracker. Infielder Scott Kingery was also outrighted and had the right to test the market, but he evidently accepted the assignment.
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