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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 2
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Aaron Bummer, Liam Hendriks pitch for Iowa 
South Bend first baseman Josiah Hartshorn and right-hander Mason McGwire were named to the Futures Game roster. Right-hander Kenten Egbert went back from Triple-A Iowa to High-A South Bend.
Dansby Swanson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 1
How not thinking is helping Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson catch absolute fire
The Chicago Cubs watched Dansby Swanson turn a quieter mind into loud production Wednesday as the 32-year-old shortstop led the team to a historic 23-3 win vs.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 1
Cubs 23, Padres 3: Dansby Swanson’s 3-HR game leads an 8-homer barrage
At times, I’ve promoted the idea that MLB should have a mercy rule – down 10 runs or more after seven innings, the two managers should be able to just say, “We quit.” It’s games like this that might make me reconsider that idea.
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?
Seiya Suzuki News / ChiCitySports / July 1
Chicago Cubs Seiya Suzuki makes history on Wednesday
There were plenty of storylines to follow in the Cubs’ 23-3 drubbing of the Padres at Wrigley Field on Wednesday afternoon. While arguably the brightest spotlight was on Dansby Swanson for his first-career three-homer game, it was Seiya Suzuki who made history.
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.
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.
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.
Jameson Taillon News / ChiCitySports / July 1
Chicago Cubs announce positive injury update on Jameson Taillon
There might not be a team in Major League Baseball that has had worse luck with injuries to their starting pitchers than the Chicago Cubs. Already in 2026, Cade Horton has been ruled out for the rest of the season, and Justin Steele will pitch out of the bullpen if he even gets healthy enough towards the end of the year.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 1
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 1
Cubs vs. Padres Lineup: Busch Moves Up, Can Swanson Keep It Going? More Homers?
The Chicago Cubs have won 14 of their last 18 games, and they'll look to stay scorching hot on Wednesday afternoon as they go for the sweep of the visiting San Diego Padres.
Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / July 1
Chicago Cubs: Dansby Swanson climbs into top-5 on an all-time National League home runs list
For much of the first three months of the season, there was not a position player in baseball colder at the plate that Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / July 1
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Joins Two Yankees Legends in MLB History
Pete Crow-Armstrong turned in one of the greatest offensive months in baseball history in June, and the numbers put him in a class shared by only two other players.
Jefferson Rojas News / Inside The Diamonds / July 1
Chicago Cubs Notebook: Five Home Runs Put Cubs Over the Top, Rojas’s Big Night in Knoxville, & More
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 48-38 record after a high-scoring victory at Wrigley Field. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured its fourth consecutive win.
Chicago Cubs 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 / Field Level Media / July 1
Dansby Swanson homers twice, Cubs outslug Padres
Dansby Swanson led a long-ball barrage with two home runs and the host Chicago Cubs held on for a 9-7 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night. Alex Bregman hit a three-run shot and Michael Busch and Pete Crow-Armstrong had solo homers for the Cubs, who won their fourth straight.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / June 30
Chicago Cubs Notebook: Imanaga Strong Start, Seiya Gets to Miller, & Three Pitchers to Target at the Deadline
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 47-38 record and sit 5.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central. In the last 24 hours, the club secured a dramatic walk-off victory against the San Diego Padres.
Matt Shaw News / On Tap Sports Net / June 29
Cubs Roster Move: Matt Shaw (Wrist) Returns To IL
The Chicago Cubs removed Matt Shaw from the game on Sunday against the Milwaukee Brewers at a crucial time. Shaw came into the game for Michael Conforto at the top of the seventh inning.
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.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 24
Cubs take two steps back with starting pitchers' brutal injury updates
The Chicago Cubs are taking one step forward and two back.
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