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Cubs make the wrong kind of history against Cardinals

The Chicago Cubs went from the highest of highs to the lowest of lows within the span of two days. The North Side squad treated its fans to an epic blowout win on Wednesday over the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill.

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Cubs on wrong side of history after blowout loss to Cardinals

Within the span of 48 hours, the Chicago Cubs hit both ends of the scoring spectrum in a historic way.

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MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 3

Cardinals 17, Cubs 1: Hey, David Peterson! All you can do is laugh

So remember in Wednesday’s recap when I said maybe games like this make me reconsider my desire for MLB to have a mercy rule? Can I take that back? The Cubs put a +20 on their run differential with Wednesday’s win — and gave 16 of that back Friday afternoon in a 17-1 blowout by the Cardinals.

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Jed Hoyer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3

Cubs’ Jed Hoyer just said the quiet part out loud about 2026 MLB trade deadline

With the Chicago Cubs preparing for the trade deadline, the team could look to make some moves, especially with the injuries the ball club has been dealing with.

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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 / ChiCitySports / July 3

Chicago Cubs GM opens up about trade deadline finances and the tough decisions ahead

The Chicago Cubs, after going on this most recent 15-4 run, are back in a position where the postseason is once again a big topic of conversation. But even through this feel-good stretch of winning, the harsh realities facing this particular team are painfully obvious.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Chicago Cubs: Wicks sent down, Pomeranz called up ahead of Cards series

The Chicago Cubs made a couple of noteworthy roster moves ahead of their holiday weekend series against the division rival St. Louis Cardinals. They’re the kinds of moves a team must make when necessity forces them to be really creative with their pitching staff management.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 3

Cubs’ Dansby Swanson joins Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio in MLB history

Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson struggled early this season. However, Swanson has caught fire in recent action. In fact, he recently joined four Hall of Famers in MLB history.

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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.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Just Baseball / July 3

Pete Crow-Armstrong Wins a Much-Deserved NL Player of the Month

The calendar flipped from June to July earlier this week, closing the book on a month to remember for Pete Crow-Armstrong. Friday morning, Major League Baseball officially put the Chicago Cubs star’s 30-day stretch in its record books by name him the National League Player of the Month for June.

Chicago Cubs News / Stadium Rant / July 3

3 Chicago Cubs Trade Deadline Targets To Boost World Series Chances

Currently tied with the Philadelphia Phillies for the first Wild Card spot, the Chicago Cubs could look to be aggressive at the August 3rd MLB trade deadline.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Chicago Cubs pegged as aggressive buyers at trade deadline

The Chicago Cubs, just about a month ago, were in a deep and ugly dive. Not only had they fallen out of first place in the NL Central Division during their extended losing streak, they also found themselves just outside of even a wild card spot.

Drew Pomeranz News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 3

Cubs To Select Drew Pomeranz

The Cubs are expected to select the contract of veteran reliever Drew Pomeranz, according to multiple reports, including from Bruce Levine of 670 The Score.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3

Historic June earns Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Player of the Month honors

Chicago Cubs superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong's historic performance in June put him in the history books with two of the game's greatest and also earned him National League Player of the Month honors.

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

Cubs slug eight homers, score 23 runs in series finale vs. Padres

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Ian Happ News / ChiCitySports / July 3

Chicago Cubs linked to dynamic Ian Happ replacement

Ian Happ has been patrolling the Chicago Cubs‘ outfield since 2017, and while the results have mostly been positive, some Cubs fans just can’t help feel that he has been a bit of a disappointment.

Dansby Swanson News / Field Level Media / July 3

Cubs' Dansby Swanson brings historic RBI surge into series vs. Cards

Dansby Swanson isn't putting too much stock into his individual accomplishments. However, he is reveling in the fact that his recent video-game numbers have contributed to the Chicago Cubs' winning ways.

Josiah Hartshorn News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 2

The Cubs Might Suddenly Have One of the Best Prospects in Baseball

Chicago Cubs fans have reason to be optimistic. The team has shot back up the league's power rankings with an explosive 15-4 stretch. They are fresh off posting 23 runs against the San Diego Padres, tying a franchise record with eight homers in one game.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / July 2

Chicago Cubs Notebook: Cubs Bats Explode as they Complete the Sweep, Swanson Scorching Hot, Murray Goes Deep, & More

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 49-38 record and sit 5.5 games back of first place in the NL Central. Over the last 24 hours, the team completed a dominant sweep of the San Diego Padres.

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

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.

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.