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Cubs’ Nine-Game Losing Streak Lays Bare a Team Running Out of Answers

The Cubs didn’t expect to be here. Two weeks ago, they looked like one of baseball’s most complete teams, riding two separate 10‑game winning streaks and sitting 15 games over .500.

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Cubs drop 9th in a row with series-opening loss to Pirates

The Chicago Cubs have not been playing some of their best baseball over the course of two weeks, and they’re currently on a nine-game losing streak. Their latest loss came against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they’re looking for anything to help them get back on track.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 25

Cubs Woes Continue, Lose Ninth Straight Game

Things have continued to go from bad to worse for the Chicago Cubs. After a three-game sweep to the Houston Astros over the weekend extended their losing streak to eight, the Cubs once again fell on Monday, dropping their series opener to the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1.

Ben Brown News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 25

3 Takeaways As Cubs' Losing Streak Hits Nine After Spoiling Ben Brown's Outing

The nightmare slump continues for the Chicago Cubs. Following a 2-1 defeat to the Pittsburgh Pirates, the once high-flying Cubs have now lost nine straight.

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How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Jordan Wicks News / ChiCitySports / May 25

Chicago Cubs: Call-up Jordan Wicks to get the start on Tuesday

The Chicago Cubs are in rough shape and on the verge of spiraling to a point where there may be no return to the hopes they once had for postseason glory.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 25

Were the Chicago Cubs broken by the Milwaukee Brewers?

The Chicago Cubs can’t catch a break and, seemingly, can’t get a win, either. And just when one thinks that the team has hit rock bottom, things keep getting worse.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 25

Craig Counsell Announces Reason for Nico Hoerner’s Removal From Cubs Lineup

The Chicago Cubs are treading water in the National League Central, sitting at 29-24 while in the midst of an eight-game losing streak. The struggles have put pressure on manager Craig Counsell to find ways to spark an offense that, despite ranking second in on-base percentage at .335, has failed to convert runners consistently.

Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / May 25

Chicago Cubs get brutal re-grade for Alex Bregman signing in MLB free agency

The Chicago Cubs faced a massive decision this past off-season. They could try to re-sign outfielder Kyle Tucker, or they could try to replace his offensive production with someone else on the free agent market.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 25

Chicago Cubs plummet in latest MLB power rankings amid 8-game losing streak

It has been over one week since the Chicago Cubs last won a baseball game. Last weekend, they lost their series against the Chicago White Sox, and they followed that up by losing six straight games at home.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 25

Cubs vs. Pirates Lineup: No Suzuki, Rookie Moves Up, Can Ben Brown Save the Day?

Life comes at you faster than a Ben Brown four-seamer. The Cubs were riding an astronomical high after their second ten-game winning streak of the season.

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 25

Chicago Cubs: 3 pleasant surprises through first one-third of 2026 season

The Chicago Cubs are 29-24 through their first 53 games, roughly one-third of the 2026 season. Currently, they are in third place in the National League Central Division, though they did lead the division for several weeks.

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Chicago Cubs: Not time to panic, but concerns are valid

The horrific stretch for the Chicago Cubs continues; they just lost their eighth straight to the lowly Houstros Astros on Sunday afternoon. They are 3-12 over their last 15 games, after the epic 20-3 stretch they had prior.

Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 25

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 53

We’ve reached the point where I feel like I’m part of the problem. Not as far as the on the field product of course. What is happening there belongs to this team and this front office.

Edward Cabrera News / ChiCitySports / May 25

Cubs being criticized for the trade they didn’t make amid brutal swoon

The Chicago Cubs knew they had to address their pitching staff during the offseason, so they went out and swung a trade for Miami Marlins right-hander Edward Cabrera, a player they had been seeking since last year’s trade deadline.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / May 25

Cubs Drop 8th Straight Game – Longest Skid Since 2022

The Chicago Cubs continued their painful slide on Sunday, falling 8-5 to the Houston Astros at Wrigley Field. The loss extended Chicago’s losing streak to eight games, their longest skid since a nine-game stretch back in July 2022.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 25

Spiraling Cubs planning to right ship against Pirates

The Chicago Cubs continue to spiral as they open a four-game series -- and a seven-game road trip -- on Monday afternoon against the Pirates in Pittsburgh.

Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 24

Craig Counsell calls out major issue amid Cubs’ brutal 8-game skid

The Chicago Cubs are in a nightmarish tailspin that has taken them from first place in the National League Central to third place. After playing some of the best baseball in the Major Leagues through the first six weeks of the season, the Cubs have lost 12 of 14 games and are struggling in all areas of the game.

Alex Bregman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 24

Alex Bregman shares obvious message amid Cubs’ 8-game losing streak

The Chicago Cubs were defeated once again on Sunday, losing by a final score of 8-5 to the Houston Astros. Not only was Chicago swept by Houston in the three-game series, but the Cubs have now dropped eight consecutive games.

Edward Cabrera News / Field Level Media / May 24

Cubs place RHP Edward Cabrera on 15-day IL with finger blister

The Chicago Cubs placed right-hander Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list Sunday due to a blister on the middle finger of his pitching hand. The move is retroactive to Thursday.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 24

Craig Counsell Announces Reason for Ian Happ’s Second Straight Absence From Cubs Lineup

Despite a strong start to the 2026 MLB season, the Chicago Cubs have endured a difficult stretch over recent weeks. After starting the season strong with

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 24

Cubs eager to apply brakes on skid in finale vs. Astros

The Chicago Cubs know their losing streak won't go on forever, but the long string of defeats definitely is getting uncomfortable. The Cubs will attempt to end their seven-game skid when they host the Houston Astros in the finale of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 23

Astros' Kai-Wei Teng becoming bright spot after shutout performance vs. Cubs

The Houston Astros have been in desperate need of pitching help, and they're getting it from an unlikely source.

Cubs recalling one of top outfield prospects in Kevin Alcantara

Cubs promoting No. 2 prospect Pedro Ramirez prior to Astros series

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Craig Counsell News / HITC / May 23

Craig Counsell admits Chicago Cubs lineup changes are ‘needed’ after losing 6th-straight games

Craig Counsell has admitted the Chicago Cubs may have reached the point where lineup changes are no longer optional. The Cubs’ sixth straight loss deepened a team-wide offensive slump that has turned one of the National League’s most dangerous lineups into a frustrated group searching for answers.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 23