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MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 3
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — August 3 
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Rod Beck, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1930 – In the first of two in a doubleheader sweep over the Braves, Chuck Klein hits safely in his 26th consecutive game, the second time this season he has run a streak to this length.
The 'Pitching Triple Crown winners' quiz
Winning the MLB pitching Triple Crown entails leading the league in wins, ERA (earned runs average) and strikeouts.How many of the pitchers in the live-ball era (since 1920) that accomplished this rare feat can you name?
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.
Kevin Gausman News / ChiCitySports / August 2
Chicago Cubs acquire Kevin Gausman from Blue Jays
Per multiple reports, the Cubs are acquiring starting pitcher Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays. Gausman, 35, is a 14-year veteran who has pitched for the Blue Jays, Orioles, Giants, Braves, and Reds.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2
Chicago Cubs get needed rotation reinforcement in Kevin Gausman
The Chicago Cubs and Toronto Blue Jays matched up a trade earlier on Sunday with pitcher Jameson Taillon heading to Toronto. A second deal on Sunday will bolster the Cubs rotation.
Kevin Gausman News / Athlon Sports / August 2
Cubs Acquire Kevin Gausman in Major Trade Deadline Move
The Chicago Cubs made one of the biggest moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline on Sunday, reportedly acquiring veteran right-hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays, according to Jon Morosi and Mitch Bannon.
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.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 2
Cubs Acquire Kevin Gausman
The Cubs have acquired Kevin Gausman in a trade with the Blue Jays, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Mitch Bannon. Toronto will receive minor league outfielder Brett Bateman and infielder Ty Southisene in return, Bannon writes.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 2
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Smokies slam past Pensacola, 5-3
Iowa right-hander Ty Blach was released. Outfielder and second-round pick Caden Sorrell and right-hander and tenth-round pick Luke Alwood were both promoted to Low-A Myrtle Beach from the ACL Cubs.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 2
1 last-minute trade Cubs must make before deadline
The Chicago Cubs want to upgrade their pitching staff by Monday at 6 p.m. ET Major League Baseball trade deadline. This team considers itself a legitimate World Series contender, and the Cubs have looked brilliant during a pair of double-digit winning streaks and throughout other key areas of the schedule.
Nico Hoerner News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 2
Yankees 2, Cubs 1: Nico Hoerner and the ABS challenge that wasn’t made
There were eight ABS challenges made in Sunday’s 2-1 Cubs loss to the Yankees, four by the Cubs and four by the New Yorkers. All four of the Cubs’ challenges were successful, including one in the first inning.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 2
Blue Jays acquire RHP Jameson Taillon from Cubs
The Toronto Blue Jays obtained veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon from the Chicago Cubs on Sunday for a player to be named or cash considerations. Taillon was designated for assignment by the Cubs on Monday.
Colin Rea News / Field Level Media / August 2
Yankees thwart Cubs' threats late to take series
Jose Caballero's two-run homer and 5 2/3 innings of one-run ball from starting pitcher Gerrit Cole led the visiting New York Yankees to a 2-1 win over the Chicago Cubs on Sunday afternoon.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2
Date for Tarik Skubal's Dodgers debut revealed
The Los Angeles Dodgers made the biggest move of the MLB trade deadline on Saturday night when they acquired Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 2
Chicago Cubs likely will not trade 2 coveted bats amid pitching needs
The Chicago Cubs are 63-48 on the season as the MLB trade deadline draws closer and closer. It is well-known around the baseball world that Chicago is desperately looking to improve their pitching depth.
Jameson Taillon News / ChiCitySports / August 2
Chicago Cubs trade Jameson Taillon to Toronto Blue Jays
The Chicago Cubs need pitching. That, of course, was apparent even before the season began. Unfortunately, the injury bug has not spared Chicago for any stretch of time, and they have consistently had to put key arms, both starters and relievers, on the injured list.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2
Blue Jays gamble that a change of scenery works for Jameson Taillon
The Toronto Blue Jays have not given up on a late run to the postseason. A possible change of scenery candidate could help that playoff push.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 2
Chicago Cubs miss out on 2x All-Star pitcher long linked to team in trade rumors
The MLB trade deadline is a day away, and the Chicago Cubs are seeing pitchers long coveted by fans sent to other teams. On Saturday night, two-time American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Trade Talk Sports / August 2
5 Years Later: Pete Crow-Armstrong Reflects on 'Life-Changing' Trade to Cubs
Plenty of prospects are moved in the lead-up to the MLB trade deadline, and most of the time nobody ever thinks twice about it. However, in some cases, a prospect dealt comes back to haunt a team, and that’s undoubtedly been the case for the New York Mets and Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / August 2
Cubs’ Trade Deadline Plans Come Into Focus in New Report
The Chicago Cubs plan to bring in several new pitchers before the trade deadline hits at 6 p.m. Eastern on Monday, hoping the additions will strengthen their staff for a possible deep postseason run.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / August 2
Cubs Planning Aggressive Finish to MLB Trade Deadline
The final hours of the MLB trade deadline are quickly approaching, and the Chicago Cubs appear ready to make some noise. Chicago isn't planning on making just a minor tweak or two.
Cade Horton News / Viral Sports News / August 2
Cubs Reveal New Update About Cade Horton Before Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs provided an update on right-hander Cade Horton during their weekend series against the New York Yankees, confirming the young pitcher will miss the rest of the 2026 season.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 1
Surging Cubs score runs in late innings, deal loss to Yankees
Nico Hoerner hit the tying homer and Pete Crow-Armstrong hit a go-ahead triple to help the host Chicago Cubs post a 5-2 victory over the New York Yankees on Saturday night.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 31
Cubs Recall Antoine Kelly For MLB Debut
The Cubs are adding left-hander Antoine Kelly to the roster for a weekend series against the Yankees, the team announced. He’ll take the spot of Gavin Hollowell, who heads to the injured list with shoulder inflammation.
Carson Kelly News / Yardbarker / July 30
Cubs reportedly willing to trade catcher Carson Kelly in right deal
The Chicago Cubs are expected to be buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. However, they could still look to move on from a major league asset in the right deal.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / July 29
Alex Bregman is slowly turning into exactly who Cubs paid him to be
His recent production is a promising sign that hasn't been prevalent at any point during the season.
Christian Bethancourt News / Yardbarker / July 28
Yankees add key depth piece in journeyman catcher Christian Bethancourt
Bethancourt is a right-handed bat who offers organizational depth at the catcher position.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is making the NL MVP race more competitive
Crow-Armstrong has made the National League MVP race more competitive with his high-caliber defense, historic plate discipline and offensive surge.
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