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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 9
Cubs roster moves: Matt Shaw activated, Jameson Taillon to IL, Kevin Alcántara optioned, Ethan Roberts recalled 
The Cubs made multiple roster moves before Tuesday’s game against the Rockies. Jameson Taillon left Sunday’s game in the second inning with a hamstring strain.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 9
Chicago Cubs slapped with more discouraging news on trade front
The Chicago Cubs desperately need to make some moves if they want to make a push for World Series contention this season. Actually, at this point, they probably need to swing some trades if they even want to make the playoffs.
Dansby Swanson News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 9
The Short Porch is checking in on Dansby Swanson’s bat
It’s been rough back-to-back homestands for the Chicago Cubs. They went just 2-4 over the six-game set against the Athletics and Giants, which admittedly is better than the sweep they suffered during their homestand against the Brewers and Astros, but better than being swept at home is a pretty low bar.
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 9
Chicago Cubs: Two oddball trade proposals spotlight the team’s awful standing
The Chicago Cubs started this 2026 season with big expectations and even some World Series chatter. They’re now at the point where many are considering them sellers at the August 3 trade deadline.
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.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / June 9
Alex Bregman giving Cubs fans a far too familiar feeling
It’s been a rough go for Alex Bregman in Chicago so far. While only a few months into his five-year tenure with the Cubs, he and fans alike are frustrated with the lack of production.
Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / June 9
Chicago Cubs: PCA named Player of the Week, shares Counsell motivational advice
The Chicago Cubs may be going through an extended rough patch that has seen them fall from first place in the NL Central Division to fourth place, but there are still some silver linings.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / June 9
Chicago Cubs’ Roster Crunch Could Lead to Surprising Trade Move
The Chicago Cubs face several pressing challenges with their current roster construction, but none stand out more prominently than the vulnerabilities in their starting pitching staff.
Ben Brown News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 9
In praise of Ben Brown
It was always clear, from the time the Cubs acquired Ben Brown from the Phillies in 2022 for David Robertson, that he had talent. He’d dominate at a Cubs minor league affiliate, get called up and have some great outings, but then occasionally get hit hard.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 9
Chicago Cubs could use one player to help acquire an elite arm
The Chicago Cubs sit eight games out of the lead of the National League Central, but that doesn’t mean they’re out of the race. Even though the Cubs are not playing well, they still will be buyers at the trade deadline.
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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / On Tap Sports Net / June 9
Pete Crow-Armstrong Awarded For Carrying Cubs Last Week
After a stretch that saw two separate 10-game winning streaks, the Chicago Cubs have been one of the worst teams in baseball. They have not won a series in over a month, skidding closer and closer back to .500.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 9
Many MLB teams are moving all their night games to 6:40 p.m. starts. The Cubs should, too.
In 2021, as baseball returned to a 162-game schedule after the pandemic, many teams, including the Cubs, began to move their night game starting time before 7 p.m.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 9
Cubs linked to nuclear trade that would destroy their farm system
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the worst teams in baseball for the last month, as they have gone just 7-20 since their 27-17 start. Talk about a polarizing ballclub.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 9
Chicago Cubs news — Assad, Brown, PCA
Today’s Reflections When I said I wish there was a way for the Cubs to get healthy enough to force Jameson Taillon from the rotation, this wasn’t what I meant nor the order I wished it came in.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 9
Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Royals’ Michael Wacha
The Chicago Cubs went into the 2026 season with high hopes and a deep rotation on paper but injuries have shredded those plans in a hurry. The Cubs have
Matt Shaw News / Inside The Diamonds / June 9
Chicago Cubs Notebook: Four Cubs Who Need Coors Field Turnaround & Shaw Set to Return
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 34-32 record and sit in fourth place in the National League Central. In the past day, the club has finalized several roster maneuvers.
Chicago Cubs News / HITC / June 9
Chicago Cubs offense woes highlighted by three stars topping unwanted RISP list
Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki have found themselves in the middle of an unwanted conversation this season, with the pair drawing attention for their place among MLB’s leaders in runners left on base.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / June 8
Former Chicago Cubs Outfielder Has Reportedly Died
Eddie Haas, a longtime figure in professional baseball whose brief time as a major league player gave way to decades of dedicated coaching and managerial work, passed away on June 4 at the age of 91.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 8
Cubs Claim Eduarniel Núñez
The Cubs have claimed right-hander Eduarniel Núñez off waivers from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. Jesse Rogers of ESPN reported the claim prior to the official announcement.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 9
Matt Shaw's return to the Cubs couldn't come at a better time
The Chicago Cubs received good news Monday afternoon, with infielder/outfielder Matt Shaw returning to the lineup. According to ESPN's Jesse Rogers, Shaw will be activated on Tuesday following Monday's off day, when the Cubs open a three-game series with the Colorado Rockies.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 8
'It's been awful': Alex Bregman's struggles continue in Cubs' loss to Giants
Since Bregman signed a five-year, $175 million contract with the Chicago Cubs in the offseason, his offensive struggles have led to an all-time low in his career.
Jameson Taillon News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7
Jameson Taillon Leaves Game Due To Hamstring Strain
Jameson Taillon‘s start tonight was cut short in the second inning, as the right-hander was removed due to what the Cubs later revealed as a left hamstring
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 7
Cubs' starting pitching woes continue as Jameson Taillon exits start
The Chicago Cubs starting rotation took another hit on Sunday night when Jameson Taillon had to leave his start against the San Francisco Giants after throwing just one inning.
Ben Brown News / Just Baseball / June 8
Ben Brown Is Cementing Himself As A Key Cubs Rotation Piece
Since the Chicago Cubs acquired him at the 2022 trade deadline, Ben Brown has shown the potential to be a strong big league starter. His four-seamer sits in the mid-90s consistently with the ability to touch even higher.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / June 6
Cubs recall RHP Javier Assad, option RHP Ethan Roberts
The Chicago Cubs recalled right-hander Javier Assad to the major league roster Saturday, while right-hander Ethan Roberts was optioned to Triple-A Iowa.
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