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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.

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — July 3

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Codi Heuer, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1966 – Pitcher Tony Cloninger hits two grand slams and drives in nine runs, as the Braves rout the Giants at Candlestick Park, 17-3.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 2

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Smokies shut out Columbus, 1-0

Second baseman Hayden Cantrelle was promoted to Triple-A Iowa from Double-A Knoxville. Shortstop Alex Madera was promoted to Knoxville from High-A South Bend.

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.

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The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Ethan Conrad finally makes his pro debut with the Chicago Cubs

With the MLB Draft arriving next weekend, many Cubs fans have started asking a simple question: What happened to last year’s first‑round pick? That pick, outfielder Ethan Conrad from Wake Forest University, entered the organization with high expectations.

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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 / 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.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Chicago Cubs’ 19-year-old phenom achieves elite-tier prospect status, according to Baseball America

The Chicago Cubs seem to have found a prospect diamond in the rough in the person of 19-year-old Josiah Hartshorn. In Baseball America’s most recent update to their Top 100 prospects list, the young outfielder was moved all the way up to no.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 2

1 massive MLB trade deadline mistake Cubs must avoid making

As we inch closer to the August 3rd MLB Trade Deadline, the Chicago Cubs find themselves squarely in the middle of a heated postseason race. Sitting at 49-38, they boast an excellent record but currently find themselves 5.5 games back of the powerhouse Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 2

The 2026 Cubs have had 10 walk-off wins. Here are all the years when they had more.

The Cubs’ 10 walk-off wins have come in 43 home games, just a bit more than half the home season. That means nearly a quarter of the home wins in 2026 have ended in a pile-up around a Cubs player and an excited crowd at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 2

Matchup Breakdown: Cubs Lock In Starting Pitchers for Big Holiday Cardinals Series

The Chicago Cubs are looking a lot like their early-season self. After an extended slump that was kicked off with a shocking ten-game losing streak, the organization has clawed its way back up the MLB ranks.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Chicago Cubs legend offers insight on Alex Bregman struggles

It seemed like everyone was getting in on the fun in the Chicago Cubs’ 23-3 pummeling of the San Diego Padres Wednesday afternoon at Wrigley Field—except for Alex Bregman.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 2

Pete Crow-Armstrong got tagged out due to this obscure rule. Here’s why it needs to be repealed

A week ago Tuesday, Pete Crow-Armstrong was on first base in a game against the Mets. It’s the top of the seventh and there’s one out. The Cubs are leading the game 7-3.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Chicago Cubs could face big trouble in potential pitcher trade

The Chicago Cubs are suddenly rolling, as evidenced by their 23-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Wednesday. The Cubs have gone 15-4 over their last 19 games to improve to 49-38 on the year, somewhat erasing the memory of a brutal 7-22 stretch prior.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 2

Cubs Climb Over Hump, Now Need to Hold Position

These guys aren’t Riff Raff. The Cubs are 15-4 in their last 19 games and the season’s record is no longer threatening the .500 mark. Some of the bats

Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / July 2

Dansby Swanson makes MLB history amid torrid hitting stretch

The Chicago Cubs have won five games in a row and nine of their last ten as they have finally started to look like the contenders most everyone thought they would be in 2026.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 2

3 Takeaways After Cubs Hit Record-Tying Number of Home Runs to Sweep Padres

Who is going to stop the Chicago Cubs? Right now, no team is a match for how dangerous they've been. A 23-3 rout of the San Diego Padres (43-42) wrapped up a three-game sweep and notched the Cubs (49-38) their 15th win in their last 19 games.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1

Seiya Suzuki becomes 4th Japanese-born player to accomplish impressive home run feat

The Chicago Cubs put up runs in historic proportion against the San Diego Padres on Thursday, winning by a score of 23-3. It was RF/DH Seiya Suzuki who set the tone with a three-run home run in the bottom of the first inning.

Seiya Suzuki 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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Vince Velasquez 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 / 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 / Athlon Sports / June 30

Pete Crow-Armstrong's Two Seasons Are Merging Into One. Here Is Where the Real Player Lives.

In a piece published in early June, Athlon pointed out that Pete Crow-Armstrong’s increased production was simply a by-product of his on-field results finally catching up to his high-level contact quality.

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.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 26

Ben Brown Diagnosed With Stress Reaction In Neck; Cubs Continuing To Seek Rotation Help

When the Cubs placed righty Ben Brown on the 15-day injured list earlier this week, the injury was initially announced as a “neck strain.” The team didn’t provide a concrete timetable for his return.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 26