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Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/23/2026
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 29-22 record following a difficult stretch that has tested the team’s depth. In the past 24 hours, the club lost its sixth consecutive game in a 4-2 defeat to Houston.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 23
Cubs recalling one of top outfield prospects in Kevin Alcantara
Just one day after promoting their top infield prospect, Pedro Ramirez, the Chicago Cubs are making yet another important roster move.
Ian Happ News / ChiCitySports / May 23
Cubs star is clearly playing himself out of Chicago
The Chicago Cubs are mired in a miserable slump right now, having lost six straight games and 10 of their last 12. Just about nothing is going right for the team at the moment.
The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz
How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?
Nicky Lopez News / Cubs Insider / May 23
Cubs Recall Kevin Alcántara, DFA Nicky Lopez 
The Cubs brought up another top minor leaguer on Saturday, promoting Kevin Alcántara to provide a boost to the offense. He’s got 15 homers and has been striking out less lately for Triple-A Iowa, unlike his new teammates.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 23
Cubs Designate Nicky Lopez, Promote Kevin Alcantara
The Cubs designated infielder Nicky Lopez for assignment, and called up outfielder Kevin Alcantara from Triple-A Iowa in the corresponding move. Alcantara
Kevin Alcantara News / ChiCitySports / May 23
Chicago Cubs recall Kevin Alcantara amid 6-game losing streak
The Chicago Cubs are desperately searching for answers amid their current six-game losing streak. After being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers earlier this week, manager Craig Counsell said he did not yet see a need for any lineup changes.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 23
Chicago Cubs already eyeing next potential star from Japan’s free-agent market
The Chicago Cubs have long maintained strong ties to Japanese baseball, but following the 2026 season both Shota Imanaga and Seiya Suzuki are set to reach free agency.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 23
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 51
It isn’t often that a team wins 10 straight and so quickly thereafter loses six straight. But it’s been that kind of year for the Cubs. Every single year there is a stretch where the Cubs run into a number of elite pitchers and the bats go into a funk.
Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / May 23
Chicago Cubs: 3 lineup changes Craig Counsell should make after 6th straight loss
The Chicago Cubs are not playing good baseball right now. On Friday night, Chicago lost its sixth consecutive game and fell to 29-22 on the season. Not long ago, the Cubs were at the top of the National League Central Division.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / May 23
Craig Counsell to shake up the Cubs lineup
Boos rained down from the stands at Wrigley Field on Friday afternoon as the Cubs dropped six straight and their 10th in 12 games due to another lackluster offensive performance.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 22
3 Cubs Who Stood Out in Their Sixth-Straight Ugly Loss
The mid-May horrors continue to pile up for the Chicago Cubs (29-22), who dropped a sixth straight game on Friday in a 4-2 loss to the Houston Astros (21-31) at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 22
Cubs Minor League Wrap: South Bend ebbs the Whitecaps, 5-4
The Iowa Cubs were caught hibernating by the Memphis Redbirds (Cardinals), 8-4. Javier Assad started and gave up five runs in the first inning. He settled down after that, but he still got the loss.
Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / May 22
Chicago Cubs’ Craig Counsell slams lineup: Change is coming
Amid a six-game losing streak, Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell is done defending a stagnant offense. The final straw came after a 4-2 loss to the Houston Astros in front of 37,332 fans at Wrigley Field on Friday.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 22
Astros 4, Cubs 2: RISPy business. Again.
I could just post this here and end this recap and every single one of you would understand exactly what the problem is with the Chicago Cubs. But you come here for a game recap and you shall have one, even though you probably won’t like it.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 22
Cubs vs. Astros Lineup: Where is Happ Hitting? Taillon Home Run Scaries, More
The chilly Chicago Cubs are set to take on the freezing Houston Astros. Talk about an exciting series at Wrigley Field! In case you missed it, the team did at least give fans one reason to be excited this week.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 22
Cubs promoting No. 2 prospect Pedro Ramirez prior to Astros series
A rough two week stretch for the Chicago Cubs has led to the promotion of one of the organization's top prospects.
Jed Hoyer News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 21
The Slumping Cubs Are Making Trade Calls, But That Doesn't Mean A Deal is Coming
Chicago Cubs president Jed Hoyer was brutally honest this week when joining 104.3 The Score. Not only did the long-time executive not shy away from calling out his team's underwhelming play, but he also didn't shy away from questions about possible trade deadline solutions.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / May 22
Alex Bregman sends Pete Crow-Armstrong clear message after Cubs-Brewers series
Bregman offered Crow-Armstrong an encouraging message after being swept by the Brewers.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21
2026-27 Club Options: NL Central
In recent weeks, MLBTR has looked forward to next winter’s option classes. We’ll move now to the NL Central, where the Cubs have a number of low-cost options to weigh.
Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21
Cubs’ Craig Counsell makes obvious admission about Chicago’s slump
The Chicago Cubs are currently in a slump, as their losing streak has hit five games. After enduring a three-game sweep at the Milwaukee Brewers, manager Craig Counsell made an admission about the team’s struggles, according to Chicago baseball beat writer Jesse Rogers.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 21
Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/21/2026
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 29-21 record after a difficult series. In the last 24 hours, the team faced a challenge at Wrigley Field. They suffered a disappointing 5-0 shutout loss to the Milwaukee Brewers.
Edward Cabrera News / On Tap Sports Net / May 21
Edward Cabrera’s Early Exit Reminds Cubs Fans Of His Risk-Reward Value
Right-handed pitcher Edward Cabrera left Wednesday’s game with a blister issue, reviving concerns that have followed him throughout his career. When it looked like Cabrera was beginning to settle into a groove, the Chicago Cubs found themselves dealing with a familiar concern.
Edward Cabrera News / Total Pro Sports / May 21
What Happened To Edward Cabrera? A Deeper Look Into His Injury
Edward Cabrera became one of the key additions to the Chicago Cubs roster in a trade deal with the Miami Marlins this winter. The former Marlins pitcher made a strong start to the season, but Cabrera clearly struggled in his past couple of outings.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / May 20
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Gives Statement on Defensive Struggles
The Chicago Cubs have been in their biggest funk of the season as of late. After being swept by the Milwaukee Brewers, the Cubs have lost their past five games and nine of their past 11.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 21
MLB decides on punishment for Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong following confrontation with White Sox fan
Crow-Armstrong must show more professionalism in the future.
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