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On YouTubeBen Brown News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 12
The Short Porch is wondering how Ben Brown will fare in the rotation this time around 
The Cubs injury-laden pitching staff has forced a number of players into roles they likely weren’t anticipating at the start of the season. After all, how many of us thought the Cubs would have a 27-14 record along with seven different pitchers having saves as they head into a clash of the National League titans in Atlanta?
Carson Kelly News / Cubs Insider / May 12
Carson Kelly Is ABS Monster, Showing Advanced Feel for Challenges
This is the third of four pieces on MLB’s Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System, I think. The next will look at how the stat is affecting the game overall, with an eye toward what Nico Hoerner was saying in the first installment about how ABS opens the road for more influence by robot umps.
Moises Ballesteros News / ChiCitySports / May 12
Cubs’ Moises Ballesteros in line to win a major award in MLB
The Chicago Cubs have a few players on the roster who could be walking away with some fine hardware. Second baseman Nico Hoerner is a possible MVP candidate, while Moises Ballesteros could win Rookie of the Year.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 12
Chicago Cubs offense named as their 1 reason to have hope in 2026
The Chicago Cubs are 27-14 through the first 41 games of the 2026 season. They are currently 3.5 games up in the National League Central Division on the back of two separate 10-game winning streaks.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 12
Chicago News & Notes 05/12/2026
The Chicago Cubs are currently 27-14. They are tied for the best record in baseball. Yet, the mood around Wrigley Field is one of calculated urgency. Despite their blistering start, Chicago Cubs trade rumors are already dominating the headlines.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 12
Chicago Cubs once again tied to ‘an arm they have liked for years’ on trade market
The Chicago Cubs are off to a hot start, having one of the best records in all of baseball here in early May. Chicago is getting it done with impressive pitching, despite losing Cade Horton for the season, Matthew Boyd for extended time and not having Justin Steele.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 12
Chicago Cubs get top-10 starting rotation ranking despite plethora of injuries
The Chicago Cubs are 27-14 and in first place in the National League Central Division. After a slow start to the season that saw them dwelling in last place, they have rattled off two separate 10-game winning streaks.
Colin Rea News / Total Pro Sports / May 12
Cubs vs. Braves Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 12
Cubs vs Braves: The Chicago Cubs will travel to Atlanta as they open a three-game series against the team that holds the best record in the league. The Braves have shocked everyone with their outstanding performance (28-13).
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 12
Two players stood out for wrong reasons for Cubs this weekend
The Chicago Cubs looked like a team capable of outrunning their flaws during their recent 10-game winning streak. Their pitching staff is holding together despite losing starter Matthew Boyd, relievers Caleb Thielbar and Riley Martin to injuries.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 12
Cubs slugger unfortunately said to be on ‘borrowed time’ in Chicago
The Chicago Cubs are certainly not starving for offense this season, as they rank fifth in the majors in batting average, fourth in OPS and are tied for third in runs scored.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs: Two realistic — but very unsexy — pitching trade targets
The Chicago Cubs have been hit with a brutal series of injuries to their pitching staff that threatens to pull the rug right out from underneath them.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs’ series versus Braves will show just how good they really are
The Chicago Cubs felt that they had ended their 2025 season with a chance to make some tweaks and field a truly special team in 2026. The team’s moves this past offseason showcased that mindset as they were more aggressive than usual in adding talent and plugging roster holes.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs: One area on the roster that needs to improve
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball and sit atop the National League Central by three and a half games. The Cubs recently won 10 straight games (April 28 to May 8) and are 10-5 in their last 15 games.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 10
Cubs aim to launch new streak in series finale vs. Rangers
One day after having their 10-game winning streak snapped, the Chicago Cubs will look to begin a new streak when they face the Texas Rangers in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday in Arlington, Texas.
Charlie Barnes News / Field Level Media / May 9
Dodgers claim LHP Charlie Barnes off waivers from Cubs
The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed left-hander Charlie Barnes off waivers from the Chicago Cubs and transferred infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman to the 60-day injured list to open a 40-man roster spot.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / May 9
Cubs Pitching Has Another Challenge To Overcome
It hasn’t been an easy first six weeks for the Chicago Cubs pitching staff. On Wednesday, the group came across a block in the road. Matthew Boyd went on the 15-day injured list with a left meniscus injury before Wednesday’s game versus the Cincinnati Reds.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Cubs showing trade interest in Mets pitcher
The Chicago Cubs have interest in improving their pitching this season, and they reportedly have interest in one New York Mets pitcher. Veteran Chicago baseball reporter Bruce Levine reported on Friday that the Cubs have talked with the Mets about Freddy Peralta.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 8
Cubs' Shota Imanaga is having a career-defining season
While it's been a combined effort from the Cubs, Imanaga deserves the spotlight.
Ian Happ News / Just Baseball / May 8
Ian Happ’s Endless Consistency Is Going To Get Him Paid
In an era in which offensive production can fluctuate wildly from year to year, Ian Happ has consistently provided value on both sides of the ball. His
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 8
Cubs' nine-game win streak makes early-season dominance historic
One big inning was all the Chicago Cubs needed on Thursday to secure to another win, one that clinched a four-game series sweep of the division rival Cincinnati Reds.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Cubs accomplish rare feat not seen since 1955 Dodgers
The Chicago Cubs just continue to win baseball games. On Thursday, the Cubs defeated the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 at Wrigley Field, finishing a four-game sweep and winning their ninth straight game.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 7
Cubs lose another pitcher after Matthew Boyd suffers bizarre meniscus injury
The Chicago Cubs added Matthew to the 15-day IL, adding to the crowded list of injuries to their pitching staff.
Corbin Martin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7
Cubs Designate Corbin Martin For Assignment
The Cubs announced Thursday that righty Corbin Martin has been designated for assignment. His roster spot will go to fellow right-handed reliever Gavin Hollowell, who has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa.
Vince Velasquez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7
Cubs Re-Sign Vince Velasquez To Minor League Deal, Outright Yacksel Ríos
The Cubs re-signed righty Vince Velasquez to a minor league contract, per the MiLB.com transaction log. The tracker also indicates that reliever Yacksel Ríos cleared outright waivers after being designated for assignment on Sunday.
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