The Chicago Cubs are going to add a starting pitcher at the 2026 MLB trade deadline. While this could be assumed after taking a glance at the organization's IL, it's also been the crux of every report this past week.
I choose to look at the Cubs’ 3-2, 10-inning loss to the Cardinals this way. As you know, the Cubs have had an inordinately large number of injuries to the pitching staff, to the point where there have now been five pitchers who have appeared in exactly one game for the team and several others who have been riding on the DFA train.
Today’s Reflections The first two games of the four-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals have been a dream of near-perfection for the Cubs. (I hope I’m not jinxing the team when I write this Tuesday afternoon) Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner and Seiya Suzuki had two games where they were playing out of their collective minds.
The Cubs have made no secret of their desire to add starting pitching and are at least checking in on the top of the market. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports that the Cubs have considered making a push for Tarik Skubal among their various rotation possibilities.
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The Chicago Cubs are 61-46 on the season and, frankly, it is nothing short of a miracle that they are in the position in which they find themselves. At one point during the year, they had an entire pitching staff’s worth of pitchers (13 players) on the injured list with various injuries.
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
The Chicago Cubs are, as of this writing, 61-46 on the season, which is one of the best records in Major League Baseball, let alone the National League.
Craig Counsell and the Cubs are making some adjustments to the rotation, as the Cubs head into the final weekend before the August 3rd trade deadline. Shota Imanaga was scheduled to pitch Thursday's day game finale with the Cardinals but will now start Friday at Wrigley Field for the opener vs the Yankees.
The Chicago Cubs are expected to be active as the MLB Trade Deadline quickly approaches. With just under five days until the deadline, so far it’s been pretty quiet overall.
Thanks to back-to-back dominant outings from the Chicago Cubs offense, they will have a chance to lock in the series win on Wednesday night. A win over the Cardinals would bump them to 62 on the year, as well as push them to a season-high 16 games over .500.
The Cubs announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Jake Woodford. Right-hander Andrew Wantz has been designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
Another week, another fresh batch of MLB trade deadline rumors for fans to stress over before the time finally comes on Aug. 3 at 5 p.m. CT. It's pretty
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The Chicago Cubs released fresh details on the status of pitcher Ben Brown while their series against the St. Louis Cardinals continues this week. The clubs are set to pick up the action Wednesday in Missouri.
For many, the Chicago Cubs’ signing of three-time All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman provided definitive proof that the team was actually “all in” when it came to winning in 2026.
The Chicago Cubs have an urgent need for pitching ahead of the August 3 MLB trade deadline. The New York Mets have an urgent need to dump salary and fortify their farm system after a disastrous 2026 season.
Two teams trending in different directions will meet when the Chicago Cubs continue a four-game road series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night.
His recent production is a promising sign that hasn't been prevalent at any point during the season.
Seiya Suzuki had three hits with two RBIs and Colin Rea tossed six strong innings for his team-high eighth victory as the visiting Chicago Cubs beat the St.
Bethancourt is a right-handed bat who offers organizational depth at the catcher position.
The Chicago Cubs have as clear a plan as anyone as they head into the 2026 trade deadline. They have dealt with pitching injuries to both their rotation and bullpen since the beginning of the year.
The Chicago Cubs are moving on from a veteran pitcher who had been quite successful for them over the past several seasons. The Cubs announced Monday that they have designated pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment.
Crow-Armstrong has made the National League MVP race more competitive with his high-caliber defense, historic plate discipline and offensive surge.
With the Chicago Cubs in the thick of a postseason race, continuing to send veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon to the mound may no longer be a suitable option.
On Sunday, Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon made his first start since suffering a left hamstring strain in June. It could be a long time before his next one.
Coming off a 92-70 record and a Wild Card appearance last year, the Cubs are well-equipped to repeat that in 2026. The offense, led by Pete Crow-Armstrong, ranks third in the Majors with a 110 wRC+.
Ahead of going into the broadcast wing of the MLB Hall of Fame on Sunday, legendary broadcaster Joe Buck sat down with Bob Costas to discuss all things related to his broadcasting career.
In a bit of a surprise move from the Chicago Cubs, a top 10 organizational prospect will likely be making his MLB debut during a three-game weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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