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Cubs’ Dansby Swanson hits Jordan Shrug after blasting Grand Slam vs. Padres

Dansby Swanson turned Wrigley Field into his personal stage on Wednesday, and closed the show with a Jordan shrug. With the Cubs already pouring it on in a surreal blowout, Swanson launched a grand slam to left-center for his third home run of the day, punctuating one of the most absurd individual performances in recent Chicago memory.

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Cubs 23, Padres 3: Dansby Swanson’s 3-HR game leads an 8-homer barrage

At times, I’ve promoted the idea that MLB should have a mercy rule – down 10 runs or more after seven innings, the two managers should be able to just say, “We quit.” It’s games like this that might make me reconsider that idea.

Seiya Suzuki News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Cubs Seiya Suzuki makes history on Wednesday

There were plenty of storylines to follow in the Cubs’ 23-3 drubbing of the Padres at Wrigley Field on Wednesday afternoon. While arguably the brightest spotlight was on Dansby Swanson for his first-career three-homer game, it was Seiya Suzuki who made history.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

Cubs smack 8 homers, score 23 runs while steamrolling Padres

Dansby Swanson hit three home runs and Michael Conforto hit two as the host Chicago Cubs hammered the San Diego Padres 23-3 on Wednesday. The Cubs, who

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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 / Athlon Sports / July 1

Edward Cabrera Injury: Craig Counsell Delivers Update on Injured Cubs Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs received an encouraging update on Edward Cabrera's recovery on Wednesday. Manager Craig Counsell said the club hopes the right-hander can begin throwing off a bullpen mound before the All-Star break.

Jameson Taillon News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Cubs announce positive injury update on Jameson Taillon

There might not be a team in Major League Baseball that has had worse luck with injuries to their starting pitchers than the Chicago Cubs. Already in 2026, Cade Horton has been ruled out for the rest of the season, and Justin Steele will pitch out of the bullpen if he even gets healthy enough towards the end of the year.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki Enters Exclusive Group of Japanese-Born MLB Hitters

Seiya Suzuki and the Chicago Cubs entered Wednesday's matchup against the San Diego Padres looking to complete the three-game sweep. On a four-game winning streak, the Cubs still sit 5.5-games back from the Milwaukee Brewers for the National League Central lead.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 1

Cubs' Suzuki joins exclusive history with 100th career home run

Cubs' Seiya Suzuki joins exclusive history with 100th career home run

After falling into a slump at the end of May and into June, Suzuki, along with Pete Crow-Armstrong, has helped turn the Cubs offense around.

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 1

Cubs vs. Padres Lineup: Busch Moves Up, Can Swanson Keep It Going? More Homers?

The Chicago Cubs have won 14 of their last 18 games, and they'll look to stay scorching hot on Wednesday afternoon as they go for the sweep of the visiting San Diego Padres.

Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Cubs: Dansby Swanson climbs into top-5 on an all-time National League home runs list

For much of the first three months of the season, there was not a position player in baseball colder at the plate that Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / July 1

Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong made franchise history with 11th home run of June

The Chicago Cubs improved to 48-38 on the season with their 9-7 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night. It was their fourth consecutive win and allowed them to remain 5.5 games out of first place in the National League Central Division.

Jefferson Rojas News / Inside The Diamonds / July 1

Chicago Cubs Notebook: Five Home Runs Put Cubs Over the Top, Rojas’s Big Night in Knoxville, & More

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 48-38 record after a high-scoring victory at Wrigley Field. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured its fourth consecutive win.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 1

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman is the Superhero vs. the Padres

Last things first, I thought maybe Javier Assad would coast to the finish line and become the 10th different Cub with a save. How is that stat even possible?

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 1

Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Explosive June Puts Him Alongside Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig

Pete Crow-Armstrong nearly lapped the field in June, posting a 3.1 fWAR mark that left Detroit’s Dillon Dingler (1.8) in the dust. To put that in context, only nine other qualified hitters accumulated as much fWAR as the gap between PCA and second place.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 1

Vince Velasquez Elects Free Agency

Veteran righty Vince Velasquez elected free agency after being outrighted by the Cubs, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. Chicago designated him for assignment on Sunday and quickly ran him through waivers.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / July 1

Dansby Swanson homers twice, Cubs outslug Padres

Dansby Swanson led a long-ball barrage with two home runs and the host Chicago Cubs held on for a 9-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night. Alex Bregman hit a three-run shot and Michael Busch and Pete Crow-Armstrong had solo homers for the Cubs, who won their fourth straight.

Seiya Suzuki News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 30

Cubs' Latest Walk-Off Hero Seiya Suzuki Is Getting Hot At The Perfect Time

Seiya Suzuki looked absolutely overjoyed on Monday night. His two-out walk-off single off of Mason Miller, the most dominant closer in baseball, lifted the Chicago Cubs to a dramatic 3-2 win.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 30

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes Home Run Derby decision

Chicago Cubs fans won’t get to see Pete Crow-Armstrong in the Home Run Derby this season, but that does not mean it won’t happen in the future. According to Jesse Rogers of ESPN, the star outfielder will not participate in the ’26 event if asked.

Sonny Gray News / On Tap Sports Net / June 30

The Cubs Need to Stop Waiting and Go Get Sonny Gray

Enough waiting. If the Chicago Cubs are serious about making a run at October, they need to attack the trade deadline—not tiptoe around it. And if the Boston Red Sox are truly ready to wave the white flag, the Cubs should be first in line to bring Sonny Gray to Wrigley Field.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 30

Injury-riddled Cubs chase series win vs. Padres

The Chicago Cubs keep losing players and winning games. Hours after putting utility man Matt Shaw and reliever Ethan Roberts on the injured list, the Cubs recorded a 3-2 victory over the visiting San Diego Padres on Monday night for their seventh win in eight games.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / June 30

Chicago Cubs Notebook: Imanaga Strong Start, Seiya Gets to Miller, & Three Pitchers to Target at the Deadline

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 47-38 record and sit 5.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central. In the last 24 hours, the club secured a dramatic walk-off victory against the San Diego Padres.

Matt Shaw News / On Tap Sports Net / June 29

Cubs Roster Move: Matt Shaw (Wrist) Returns To IL

The Chicago Cubs removed Matt Shaw from the game on Sunday against the Milwaukee Brewers at a crucial time. Shaw came into the game for Michael Conforto at the top of the seventh inning.

Drew Pomeranz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 29

Cubs Sign Drew Pomeranz To Minor League Deal

The Cubs quietly brought Drew Pomeranz back to the organization on a minor league deal late last week. The team never formally announced the signing, but Pomeranz suited up for the Cubs’ Triple-A affiliate in Iowa last night and tossed a scoreless inning with a walk and two strikeouts.

Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / June 29

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.

Cubs take series from Brewers with 3-run 10th inning

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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.