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Nico Hoerner Has Played His Way Into the Early MVP Conversation

If any Chicago Cubs player has played himself into National League MVP talks, it’s Nico Hoerner. Obviously, it’s still very early in the season. The Cubs’ 5-1 win Monday night came in just their 22nd game.

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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 22

This team is starting to show that it has a lot of different ways to beat you. Monday night, Craig Counsell talked in his press conference about seven outs saved by his defense in a single game.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21

Mark McGwire’s son turns heads with his minor league dominance

Mark McGwire used to punish baseballs with his power. His son, meanwhile, is dominating the game in his own way. Mason McGwire, the son of the 12-time All-Star, has been turning heads with his solid start to his 2026 season with the Chicago Cubs’ Single-A affiliate Myrtle Beach Pelicans.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 21

Cubs 5, Phillies 1: Dansby Swanson’s homer and Colin Rea’s solid pitching lead the way

After a very slow start to the 2026 season, Dansby Swanson’s bat is heating up at the same time as the team has put together a long winning streak. Swanson’s

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

The 'Four-HR MLB games' quiz

The 'American League Rookies of the Year' quiz

The 'Most 7-strikeout World Series games' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 21

This Cubs pitcher is quietly one of their most steady arms

Over the past two seasons, the Chicago Cubs pitching staff has been hammered by injuries. This year seems especially worse, but nonetheless manager Craig Counsell has had to make on the fly changes to his rotation and bullpen as a result.

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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.

Shota Imanaga News / Field Level Media / April 21

Ascending Cubs tap Shota Imanaga to face free-falling Phillies

Trending in opposite directions, the Chicago Cubs host the reeling Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday in the second contest of a four-game series. After Chicago's 5-1 victory in the opener on Monday, the Cubs extended their winning streak to six -- matching the Atlanta Braves for the longest in the majors.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 21

'He Gets Special Consideration' – Craig Counsell Takes A Subtle Shot At Shohei Ohtani

Shohei Ohtani’s pitching prowess cannot go unnoticed. The Los Angeles Dodgers superstar, often named as the “two-way” player, has proved to be a threat to many teams.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 20

Cubs win 6th straight, send Phillies to 6th consecutive loss

Dansby Swanson hit a three-run homer, Colin Rea threw 6 2/3 quality innings and the Chicago Cubs posted a 5-1 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies on Monday.

Nico Hoerner News / ChiCitySports / April 21

Cubs 2B Nico Hoerner finally earns long-overdue MLB honor

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner has long been recognized for his defensive excellence, already owning two Gold Glove Awards. However, his offensive production has often flown under the radar, even after finishing runner-up in last year’s NL batting title race.

MLB News / ESPN / April 20

Counsell: MLB rule in place for Ohtani 'bizarre'

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell thinks that a Major League Baseball rule that allows the Los Angeles Dodgers to carry 14 pitchers because of Shohei Ohtani is "bizarre," adding that the defending National League MVP is getting "special consideration."

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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.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 20

Pete Crow-Armstrong Offers High Praise for His ‘Favorite Player in Baseball’

Despite the recent influx of pitching injuries, the Cubs are heating up exactly when they need to. Following a homestand sweep of the Mets, the team is riding a five-game win streak and will face the Phillies for the second time this season Monday night.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / April 20

Nico Hoerner Named NL Player of the Week, Mason McGwire Named MiLB Pitcher of the Week

I’m in Vegas right now and my time is limited, but I wanted to acknowledge these honors quickly. If you’re wondering, no, I did not attend WrestleMania.

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The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 20

Chicago Cubs’ young pitcher could—finally—be the team’s x-factor

The Chicago Cubs have suffered through a brutal stretch of bad luck when it comes to their pitching, all of it happening in about a three-week period of time to start out the 2026 season.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 20

Cubs Flashy Young Prospect is Biggest Trade Deadline Candidate to be Moved

The Chicago Cubs are starting to find their footing following what was an impressive weekend in which they were able to continue the misfortunes for the New York Mets in a three-game sweep.

Dylan Carlson News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 20

Cubs Re-Sign Dylan Carlson To Minor League Deal

The Cubs re-signed outfielder Dylan Carlson to a minor league contract after he was designated for assignment and elected free agency last week. The team never formally announced it, but Carlson’s deal is reflected on the MLB.com transaction log and he suited up for the team’s Triple-A Iowa club yesterday.

MLB News / Just Baseball / April 20

Chandler Simpson Is Making His Old-School Skill Set Work

Since the start of the 2025 season, baseball fans around the country – especially those of a more traditional mindset – have fantasized about the idea of a successful season from Chandler Simpson.

Colin Rea News / Total Pro Sports / April 20

Phillies vs. Cubs Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers — April 20

Phillies vs. Cubs: The Philadelphia Phillies start a three-game series on the road against the Chicago Cubs. Game 1 starts at Wrigley Field on Monday night.

Colin Rea News / Field Level Media / April 20

On 5-game win streak, Cubs aim to add to Phillies' woes

A five-game winning streak wasn't enough to lift the Chicago Cubs out of last place in a tightly packed National League Central. But the Cubs will get another chance to torment another NL East team on Monday night, when they continue a homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies in the opener of a four-game series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 20

Phillies decide Taijuan Walker's fate ahead of Cubs series

The Philadelphia Phillies have a problem in their starting rotation.

Phillies 'got to keep fighting' as Braves on verge of sweep

Chris Sale dominant as Braves keep Phillies in a funk

Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker's first-inning woes continue vs. Braves

The 'Active MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / April 18

Cubs Shake Things Up With Decision on Veteran Player

On Saturday afternoon at the historic Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs secured a solid 4-2 victory over the New York Mets. The win improved the Cubs’ position in their ongoing series, giving them a commanding 2-0 advantage heading into Sunday’s contest.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 18

Moisés Ballesteros Is Forcing His Name Into the Cubs Lineup

After a slow start, the Chicago Cubs’ offense has begun to find its rhythm. There are multiple guys in the lineup that have contributed early, though you could argue none have been more impressive than Moisés Ballesteros.

Corbin Martin News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18

Cubs Select Corbin Martin’s Contract

11:39PM: The Cubs officially announced Martin’s selection and Horton’s move to the 60-day IL. 11:04AM: The Cubs will select the contract of right-hander

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 17

Mets' losing streak could already be sinking their season

The New York Mets are a mess right now, and things went from bad to worse on Friday in a 12-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Not only did starting pitcher Kodai Senga get rocked by the Cubs, but the loss also extended the Mets' current losing streak to nine consecutive games.

Aaron Boone blasts 'overly sensitive' umps following ejection

Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker's first-inning woes continue vs. Braves

San Diego Padres to be sold for record-breaking price

Parker Messick has quickly become the Guardians ace

Braves announce major Spencer Strider injury update

Watch: Benches clear after the final out of Reds-Giants game

Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17

Cubs Place Daniel Palencia On IL With Oblique Strain

The Cubs announced that right-hander Daniel Palencia has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 14th, with a left oblique strain.