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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 25
Chicago Cubs news — Swanson, PCA, Counsell 
Today’s Reflections It feels SOOOO good to put Dansby Swanson’s name first on the Cub Tracks page! Tuesday night, he had a two-run home run and an RBI double, followed by a three-run homer and a grand slam in Game 1 Wednesday afternoon.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 25
Mets Trade Struggling Starter to Pitching-Needy Cubs
The MLB trade deadline is still six weeks away, but the lowly New York Mets have begun trading assets. On Wednesday evening, the Mets traded struggling left-handed starting pitcher David Peterson to the pitching-needy Chicago Cubs.
The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?
Dansby Swanson News / ESPN / June 25
Cubs' Swanson ups RBI total to 15 in Mets series
Dansby Swanson had 11 RBI in the Cubs' doubleheader sweep of the Mets, breaking the franchise record of 10 set by Hall of Famer Ron Santo on July 6, 1970.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 25
Chicago Cubs go all-in for trade with Mets: Report
Amid numerous injuries to the pitching rotation and news that Justin Steele was not expected to return to the starting rotation this season, the Chicago Cubs needed to make a trade to add help before the deadline on Aug.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 24
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Jefferson Rojas homers twice in Smokies rout
Right-hander Kenten Egbert was promoted from High-A South Bend to Triple-A Iowa. The Iowa Cubs hunted down the Buffalo Bison (Blue Jays), 18-11, thanks in large part to an 11-run fifth inning.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / June 24
Dansby Swanson comes up big again as Cubs sweep Mets in doubleheader
Dansby Swanson had the go-ahead RBI for the second time in a matter of hours Wednesday night, when his run-scoring triple in the sixth inning helped the visiting Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 10-5 and complete a doubleheader sweep.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / June 25
Chicago Cubs: Matt Shaw’s next six weeks could define his future
Matt Shaw’s performance since returning from an IL stint for back tightness has been very encouraging. He is batting .292 (7-for-24) with seven RBI, two triples, and a home run.
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.
Jed Hoyer News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 24
Jed Hoyer Says Cubs Are Talking Pitching Trades, But He Has His Work Cut Out for Him
The Cubs need pitching help, and there's no way around it. They are currently tied with the Reds for the third-worst pitching fWAR at 3.0 on the season.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / June 24
Roster Move: Cubs Add Veteran Arm As Injuries Proceed To Pile Up
On Wednesday, the Chicago Cubs placed Edward Cabrera on the injured list. That was expected, as he had to leave his start on Tuesday night, assisted by a cart.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Cubs Add Veteran Pitcher After Rash of Pitching Injuries
After losing two more starting pitchers to the injured list on Wednesday, the Chicago Cubs were quick to add a veteran starter off waivers from an NL rival.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / June 24
Cubs' Dansby Swanson swats 2 HRs, drives in 7 runs to beat Mets in opener
Dansby Swanson hit two homers Wednesday afternoon, including a tie-breaking three-run shot and a grand slam, as the visiting Chicago Cubs beat the New York Mets 10-3 in the first game of a day-night doubleheader.
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 / Field Level Media / June 24
Cubs lose Edward Cabrera, Ben Brown; Matthew Boyd returns
The Chicago Cubs placed right-handers Edward Cabrera and Ben Brown on the 15-day injured list Wednesday. Left-hander Matthew Boyd will come off of the injured list and start Thursday's game against the host New York Mets, manager Craig Counsell announced.
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 / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24
Cubs Place Ben Brown On Injured List, Designate Eduarniel Núñez
The Cubs’ astonishing run of injuries continues. Just one morning after manager Craig Counsell announced that a hamstring strain was sending righty Edward Cabrera to the injured list, Chicago has now placed Ben Brown on the 15-day IL due to a neck strain.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 24
Cubs vs. Mets Doubleheader Lineups: Can Offense Stay Hot? No Bregman or Shaw, More
Thanks to a second consecutive rain delay for the Chicago Cubs on Monday, they are set for a doubleheader matchup against the Mets this week. Despite the injury woes continuing on Tuesday with a hamstring injury for Edward Cabrera, the Cubs have managed to steal the first game a convincing 9-6.
Vince Velasquez News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24
Cubs to select Vince Velasquez
The Cubs will select the contract of righty Vince Velasquez from Triple-A Iowa today, per Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports. Chicago also plans to bring righty Tyler Ferguson up from Des Moines to serve as the 27th man for today’s twin bill against the Mets.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 24
Cubs To Place Edward Cabrera On Injured List
The Cubs are placing starter Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list, skipper Craig Counsell told reporters after tonight’s win over the Mets (relayed by Bob Nightengale of USA Today).
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.
Seiya Suzuki News / Just Baseball / June 23
Why Would the Chicago Cubs Trade Seiya Suzuki?
Every MLB trade deadline, teams generally fall into three categories. You have your buyers, your sellers, and your teams that do nothing. Sometimes, though, there are teams that fall into a fourth category — those are the teams that are both buyers and sellers.
Justin Steele News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 22
Cubs LHP returns to mound for 1st time since setback
The Chicago Cubs received an encouraging injury update Monday on Justin Steele, giving their rotation another reason to monitor his recovery as the club tries to protect its playoff position.
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