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Cubs To Option Moisés Ballesteros

The Cubs will option catcher/designated hitter Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa today, as first indicated on the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation reports that outfielder Justin Dean will be recalled in his place.

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — June 19

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Blake Parker, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1846 – First officially recognized baseball game (played by Cartwright Rules) – NY Nine defeats the NY Knickerbockers 23-1 in Hoboken, New Jersey, and other stories as well.

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Cubs Option Top Prospect Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa for Reset

The Chicago Cubs have optioned top catching and designated hitter prospect Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday, June 18, to give the 22-year-old more consistent playing time and a chance to work on mechanical issues.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 19

Cubs test recent turnaround against streaking Blue Jays

Although riding quite the hot streak at the plate, Pete Crow-Armstrong was quick to pour cold water on the Chicago Cubs' recent run of success. After all, back-to-back series wins -- against the two worst teams in the National League, mind you -- came right after Chicago posted a 0-9-1 record in their previous 10 series.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 19

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Three HRs lead Smokies past Lookouts

I’m sure there will be an article on it after it is officially announced, but the Cubs transactions page notes that catcher Moisés Ballesteros has been demoted to Triple-A Iowa.

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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 / ChiCitySports / June 19

Chicago Cubs option struggling slugger to Iowa

The past six weeks or so haven’t been kind for the Chicago Cubs. They went from leading the NL Central to sitting in fourth place and watching rival Milwaukee take over the division.

Owen Ayers News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18

MLB News: Owners propose major changes to MLB Draft

As part of the current collective bargaining agreement talks, Major League Baseball has proposed a radical overhaul of the MLB Draft. The changes include not only the introduction of an international draft (which MLB has been advocating for a while) but the end of draft eligibility for high school players and the ability to trade picks.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / June 18

Moisés Ballesteros Optioned to AAA

Moisés Ballesteros has endured some growing pains in what could have been his first full season in Chicago, but his performance of late convinced the Cubs that he needs a little get-right time in Iowa.

Michael Busch News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Michael Busch is walking a lot more this year

Michael Busch has quietly been one of the better Cubs hitters recently and has notably increased his walk rate so far this season. Last year, he walked at a 9.5% clip in 155 games during his 140 wRC+ season.

Moises Ballesteros News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Cubs Demote Top Prospect in Surprise Roster Move

It was an eventful off-day for the Chicago Cubs as a surprise demotion of a top prospect made headlines in the Windy City. According to the team's transaction report, the Cubs demoted top prospect Moises Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday.

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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.

Edward Cabrera News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 18

Cubs Get Positive Edward Cabrera News, But Can He Finally Step Up?

The Chicago Cubs received a rare dose of good injury news. Ahead of Wednesday's victory over the Colorado Rockies, starting arm Edward Cabrera could be seen throwing on the field.

Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18

The Short Porch is short on Cubs pitching

Last night the Cubs were able to take a series from the Colorado Rockies after winning 8-6 at Wrigley Field. However, the devil was really in the details of this particular victory.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Chicago Cubs stay outside top-10 in ESPN’s latest power rankings for 1 big reason

The Chicago Cubs, prior to the start of the 2026 regular season, were predicted by many to be one of the best teams in Major League Baseball. And for a good portion of the year early on, they were.

Reid Detmers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Angels’ Reid Detmers

The Chicago Cubs entered 2026 with sky-high expectations and a rotation built to compete. Then the injury bug arrived, and it never left. With Cade Horton

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Chicago Cubs predicted to deal top prospect in season-salvaging move

The Chicago Cubs aren’t in the good place they wanted to occupy at this point of the season. As of this writing, they sport a 39-36 record, but are eight games behind the first place Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Cubs Determined to Address Clear Weakness Before Trade Deadline

The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has not been at full strength all season. They have a handful of players currently on the injured list, including Matthew Boyd, Justin Steele, Jameson Taillon and Cade Horton.

Matt Boyd News / Just Baseball / June 18

Can Matthew Boyd Save the Cubs’ Rotation?

Entering the 2026 season, confidence was generally high in the Chicago Cubs‘ starting rotation. They had a mix of young arms coming off strong seasons and veterans who’ve been steady forces for years.

Dansby Swanson News / Inside The Diamonds / June 18

Chicago Cubs Notebook: Seven Run 7th, Swanson Goes Deep, & A Trade with Boston Heating Up

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 39-36 record following a series-clinching victory at Wrigley Field. Over the last 24 hours, the team secured an 8-6 win against the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 17

Seven-run inning carries Cubs to series victory over Rockies

Dansby Swanson hit a two-run homer and Matt Shaw had a two-run triple as the host Chicago Cubs scored seven runs in the second inning to beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 on Wednesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 17

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Edward Cabrera News / Field Level Media / June 16

Cubs' Edward Cabrera exits early vs. Rockies due to hand cramp

Chicago Cubs starter Edwin Cabrera left Tuesday's home game against the Colorado Rockies in the fifth inning with what the team called a cramp in his right hand.

Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16

Cubs Place Daniel Palencia On IL With Elbow Inflammation

The Cubs have placed closer Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. Right-hander Gavin Hollowell has been recalled to take his place on the roster.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Pete Crow-Armstrong spoiled his own cycle with boneheaded mistake

Pete Crow-Armstrong went from hitting for the cycle to walking back to the dugout in shame in a matter of seconds. The Chicago Cubs center fielder needed just a single to complete the cycle against the Colorado Rockies when he came up to the plate to lead off the bottom of the 7th inning Monday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill.