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Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25
Cubs’ Kevin Gausman getting World Series itch again after self-admitted 2nd-best start of season
The Chicago Cubs’ 7-0 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday gave Kevin Gausman another reason to believe his new team has the pieces to make a postseason run.
Clay Holmes News / Field Level Media / August 25
Diamondbacks ready for up-close look at Cubs' Clay Holmes
Chicago Cubs right-hander Clay Holmes will make his second start this season in Phoenix on Tuesday, about three weeks later than the Arizona Diamondbacks had hoped.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25
Cubs manager Craig Counsell pump brakes on much-anticipated Justin Steele injury return after 16 months
The Chicago Cubs are making a run towards the playoffs. The team could also be welcoming back two pitchers to the mound soon, as the Cubs have recently given updates on both Ben Brown and Justin Steele.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Merrill Kelly News / EssentiallySports / August 25
'Little Bull****': Merrill Kelly Sounds Off After D-Backs Suspected Cubs Coach of Relaying Signs
What looked like a heated exchange in the fifth inning may have left more than just bad blood between the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks. The D-backs accused Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry of trying to steal signs, sparking a fiery war of words between the two dugouts and bringing the game close enough to a bench-clearing incident.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 25
Chicago Cubs news — Happ, Civale, Peterson, Ramirez 
Today’s Reflections If I was there this weekend, I definitely would have been “Sleepless in Seattle.” Friday, the Cubs lost a winnable game on a walk-off single by a .130 hitter, Leo Rivas.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 25
Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks
Michael Conforto and Carson Kelly hit back-to-back homers in a three-run sixth, Kevin Gausman threw seven scoreless innings, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0 in Phoenix on Monday.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25
Cubs, Diamondbacks engage in fiery exchange in tense moment
The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks exchanged words during a tense fifth inning Monday night at Chase Field, adding friction to a series between two National League playoff contenders.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / August 25
Chicago Cubs Unveil 150th Anniversary Team
Marquee Sports Network released one of the coolest collections of Chicago Cubs players ever. In honor of celebrating 150 years of Cubs baseball, the organization and Marquee Sports Network unveiled a 150th anniversary team, comprising of some of the best and longest-tenured players in franchise history.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 24
Cubs' Justin Steele gives promising update on return from injury
It's been over 500 days since Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steele threw a pitch in the major leagues. On that day, Steele tossed seven shutout innings against the Texas Rangers in a Cubs win.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 24
Cubs vs Diamondbacks Lineup: Hot Bats, Conforto at DH, Can Gausman Do More?
The Chicago Cubs open a three-game series with the Arizona Diamondbacks Monday evening as both teams are in the Wild Card mix this season. The Cubs are hoping to turn the road trip around after dropping the first two games in Seattle this weekend, but these games with Arizona are far more important for their playoff chances.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 24
Chicago Cubs staring down brutal turn of pitching events ahead of playoff chase
What do the Chicago Cubs do if Matthew Boyd and Shota Imanaga continue on their downward trajectory? That’s a big question facing the North Siders as they work their way towards a playoff run.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 24
Cubs October Blueprint: Bonafide Starters, Mid-Tier Options, Top Bullpen Arms
The Chicago Cubs' Craig Counsell has navigated a season filled with injuries with the kind of poise one would expect from the second-highest-paid manager in baseball.
Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / August 24
Chicago Cubs: Counsell’s not messing around—win or get out of the way
The Chicago Cubs are on full-time “go time,” per manager Craig Counsell. And that means that there’s little time to consider egos, hang-ups, or to give someone time to work through a poor performance.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 24
Veteran pitchers square off for Cubs, D-backs in wild-card chase
The Chicago Cubs will look to bolster their shrinking National League wild-card lead against an Arizona Diamondbacks team striving to remain in the playoff race when the teams open a three-game series in Phoenix on Monday night.
Josiah Hartshorn News / ChiCitySports / August 24
Cubs’ Josiah Hartshorn cements himself in franchise lore with 20th Home Run
Chicago Cubs 2025 sixth round draft pick Josiah Hartshorn is having a breakout season. The 19 year old 1B/OF from Orange Lutheran High School has propelled up prospect rankings this year, including becoming the organization’s No.1 prospect and MLB Pipeline’s No.39.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred makes Little League Classic announcement for 2027
Major League Baseball's "Little League Classic" game during the Little League World Series has become a staple in the season schedule.
Chicago Cubs News / EssentiallySports / August 23
Chicago Cubs Manager Ejected on His Birthday After Arguing With Umpire Over Pitcher’s Illegal Motion
Craig Counsell’s 50th birthday was every bit dreamy, with in-flight cupcakes as the team traveled from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh. But his 56th birthday?
Kade Anderson News / Yardbarker / August 22
Kade Anderson's MLB debut for Mariners was a mixed bag
Seattle Mariners' No. 1 pitching prospect Kade Anderson made his long-awaited MLB debut on Saturday night against the Chicago Cubs.
Matt Shaw News / Viral Sports News / August 22
Chicago Cubs Reveal New Matt Shaw Injury Update
The Chicago Cubs dropped a close 6-5 decision to the Seattle Mariners on Friday night at T-Mobile Park, opening their series on the road with a hard-fought loss that left them searching for answers in the National League Central race.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 22
Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?
Zeferjahn was expected to enter a high-leverage role with the Cubs but that may soon be coming to an end with his performance thus far.
Owen Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21
Cubs Designate Owen Miller For Assignment
The Cubs announced they’ve designated infielder Owen Miller for assignment and optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa. Those are the corresponding moves to reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list and activate infielder Gabriel Arias, who was recently claimed off waivers from the Mets.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 19
Javier Assad's role versatility has been invaluable for the Cubs
The Chicago Cubs are loaded with starting pitching depth at both the major league level and at Triple-A Iowa. The surplus of depth has led to frequent roster moves and role changes that have often affected no one player more than right-hander Javier Assad.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong follows walk-off blast with historic lead-off HR
Not even a full 24 hours after playing the role of hero for one side of Chicago and making history, Pete Crow-Armstrong was back at it again.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes MLB history while achieving 30/30 season
Monday night was special for Crow-Armstrong for many reasons.
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