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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 16
Cubs roster move: Edward Cabrera activated, Javier Assad optioned 
Edward Cabrera has been out nearly two months after suffering this injury June 23 in a game against the Mets [VIDEO]. Yeah, that looks pretty nasty. Cabrera
Michael Conforto News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 16
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Michael Conforto is the Superhero vs. the Cardinals
I picked the wrong week to get comfortable with this Cub team. They haven’t looked very good over the last three days, notwithstanding Clay Holmes’ fantastic outing and a couple of really timely swings.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 16
Chicago Cubs news — Holmes, Suzuki, Rolison, Zeferjahn, Webb
Today’s Reflections Not only was that the Clay Holmes Friday that I expected with the deadline trade, maybe he actually exceeded my expectations. Almost to the point of placing him in a spot of expecting too much from him in the future.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 15
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Smokies roll past Trash Pandas, 4-1
The Iowa Cubs were swept in a doubleheader by the Saint Paul Saints (Twins), 6-0 and 5-4. Grant Kipp started game one and gave Iowa three strong innings with no runs and no hits.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / August 15
Cubs Reveal New Injury Updates on Matt Shaw, Ben Brown
The Chicago Cubs provided encouraging injury updates on two key players Saturday as they continued their series against the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field.
Joshua Baez News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 15
3 Takeaways After Cubs Let Joshua Baez Make History in Loss to Cardinals
Sometimes it's not your day at the ballpark. And then there are days like today, when a rookie makes such an impressive MLB Debut that they'll likely name the game after him.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / August 15
Cubs Make Critical Decision on Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Chicago Cubs made a quiet but notable roster move amid their weekend series against the St. Louis Cardinals, transferring veteran right-hander Shelby Miller to Triple-A Iowa on a rehab assignment.
Matt Shaw News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 15
A Promising Matt Shaw Update Gives the Cubs Another Good Problem to Have
The Chicago Cubs continue to get stronger as the playoffs loom. According to The Athletic's Patrick Mooney, Matt Shaw is inching closer to a return. The utility man is expected to go on a rehab assignment in the coming days and has been hitting at Wrigley Field this weekend with no issues.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / August 15
Cubs Make Nico Hoerner Move After Dansby Swanson's Exit From Lineup
The Chicago Cubs made a notable infield adjustment Saturday, moving Gold Glove second baseman Nico Hoerner to shortstop after Dansby Swanson was left out of the starting lineup against the St.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Seiya Suzuki News / On Tap Sports Net / August 15
The Cubs Need a Better Excuse Than 'Seiya Suzuki is Too Expensive'
Every time I hear the discussion about Seiya Suzuki’s upcoming free agency, the conversation seems to start from the same assumption: the Chicago Cubs probably won’t bring him back because he’ll be too expensive.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 15
Chicago Cubs: Who makes the playoff pitching staff?
In late June, if you were to say that the Chicago Cubs would be dealing with a surplus of pitching heading into the second half of August, you would’ve been laughed out of the room.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 15
Chicago Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong deserves MVP over Shohei Ohtani, per analyst
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has seemingly turned the corner in his development and is now a full-fledged elite-level ball player. The talent was always there, of course, but there were just some general rough patches and maturity issues that kept the young star from becoming fully actualized.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 15
Chicago Cubs 2026 deadline loss is breaking out in the majors
To many Chicago Cubs fans delights, the front office completely revamped their big league pitching staff before this year’s August 3 trade deadline. Joining the organization was Kevin Gausman, Ryan Zeferjahn, Clay Holmes, and Braxton Garrett.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 15
Cubs' Matthew Boyd, Cardinals' Michael McGreevy on different paths
The Chicago Cubs boast an 8-1 record in the last nine starts made by Matthew Boyd following the left-hander's return from a torn meniscus on June 25. The lone blemish wasn't the fault of Boyd, either.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 14
Strong pitching, Seiya Suzuki's blast help Cubs beat Cardinals
Clay Holmes allowed one hit over 6 2/3 scoreless innings and Seiya Suzuki belted a three-run homer, fueling the host Chicago Cubs to a 3-0 victory over the St.
Matt Shaw News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 14
Cubs’ Matt Shaw taking steps toward making return from injury
The Chicago Cubs enter Friday four games back of the NL Central lead with their 71-51 record. They hold a 6.5 game lead over the competition in the Wild Card race.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 14
Edward Cabrera to make return to Cubs rotation against Cardinals
The Chicago Cubs are set to activate Cabrera (left hamstring and adductor strain) off the 15-day injury list, and he will start against the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday at Wrigley Field.
Kevin Gausman News / Yardbarker / August 13
Kevin Gausman struggles in second start with Cubs
Kevin Gausman's time with the Chicago Cubs has gotten off to a roller coaster start through two outings.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Cubs' rookie Pedro Ramirez earns ultimate praise from Dansby Swanson
Ramirez's success has caught the attention of his teammates, especially veteran shortstop Dansby Swanson.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals
On a night when Pete Crow-Armstrong went only 1-for-6, another Chicago Cubs player carried the team to victory in the middle game of their series with the Washington Nationals.
Phil Maton News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 12
Phil Maton Diagnosed With Partially Torn Patellar Tendon
Cubs setup man Phil Maton has been on the injured list three times due to what’s been labeled tendinitis in his right knee this season, but Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports that Maton has now been diagnosed with a partial tear of the patellar tendon in that knee.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 10
Shohei Ohtani’s knee injury has opened the door in NL MVP race
This is suddenly a real argument.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 10
Cubs make Javier Assad decision ahead of Nationals series
It was known that the Chicago Cubs would have some tough decisions to make surrounding their starting rotation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Royals' Jac Caglianone's historic performance indicative of improbable season
Despite the overall struggles of the team throughout the 2026 season, Jac Caglianone continues to show the future can be bright for the Kansas City Royals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Clay Holmes appears rusty in Cubs debut against Royals
The Chicago Cubs entered their weekend series against the Kansas City Royals with high expectations for the team debuts of right-handers Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes.
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