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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 22
Chicago Cubs: Craig Counsell explains Javier Assad demotion
On Friday, before the start of a three-game series with the Mariners in Seattle and amid a flurry of roster moves, the Chicago Cubs announced that pitcher Javier Assad had been optioned to Triple-A Iowa, again.
Matt Shaw News / Viral Sports News / August 22
Chicago Cubs Reveal New Matt Shaw Injury Update
The Chicago Cubs dropped a close 6-5 decision to the Seattle Mariners on Friday night at T-Mobile Park, opening their series on the road with a hard-fought loss that left them searching for answers in the National League Central race.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 22
Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman is the Bizarro Kyle Tucker
The Chicago Cubs are definitely not having Kyle Tucker non-buyer’s remorse. After a rough and disappointing end to his 2025 season with the Cubs, the team seemed to make virtually no effort in re-signing the right fielder.
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?
Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 22
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman is the Superhero vs. the Mariners 
If you were an outsider to Cubs/Mariners on Friday night, it was a thrilling back and forth game. The Mariners appear to be a team on the outside looking in, though they are within striking distance of a division title in a down year for the AL West.
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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / August 22
Another Pete Crow-Armstrong leadoff home run has him moving up Cubs single season leaderboard
Chicago Cubs MVP candidate Pete Crow-Armstrong has had quite the week. His heroics during the White Sox series, including a leadoff home run and a walk-off homer in the same game before leading off the following contest with another home run, made MLB history and grabbed headlines.
Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 22
Mariners 6, Cubs 5: Alex Bregman homers twice, but then there’s that RISPy business
SEATTLE — To begin this recap of Friday night’s 6-5 Cubs 10-inning loss to the Mariners, I thought it would be appropriate to give you this fact from BCB’s JohnW53, because this is the primary reason the Cubs lost this game: The Cubs’ 1 for 16 with runners in scoring position was their worst with one hit this season.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 22
Chicago Cubs news— Holmes, Bregman, Hoerner, Taylor
Today’s Reflections So, the White Sox have in Jose Urquidy the equivalent of the Cubs’ Javier Assad. For example: August 19th, Urquidy, planned reliever in the third inning for an opener: 6.0 IP, 2 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 8 K.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21
Daniel Palencia’s Ichiro Suzuki PS2 memory will make fans feel old
Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia recently shared a funny story about baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki—a tale that is sure to make longtime fans realize how much time has truly passed.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21
Cubs’ Shota Imanaga picks Ichiro Suzuki’s brain before Mariners clash
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the strongest teams in the National League and they have been especially hot on the road, having been victorious in 9 straight series away from Wrigley Field.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / August 21
Chicago Cubs Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Chicago Cubs adjusted their roster on Friday just hours before opening a three-game set against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. The club designated second baseman Owen Miller for assignment, bringing a swift end to his time in the organization after a short stay on the major-league roster.
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.
Owen Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21
Cubs Designate Owen Miller For Assignment
The Cubs announced they’ve designated infielder Owen Miller for assignment and optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa. Those are the corresponding moves to reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list and activate infielder Gabriel Arias, who was recently claimed off waivers from the Mets.
Matt Boyd News / Field Level Media / August 21
After getting rocked in his last start, Cubs' Matthew Boyd set to face M's
If not for St. Louis Cardinals slugger Joshua Baez, Matthew Boyd would be having a heckuva second half of the season. The Chicago Cubs veteran left-hander is scheduled to start in his home state Friday night in the opener of a three-game interleague series against the host Seattle Mariners.
Alex Bregman News / Just Baseball / August 20
How Alex Bregman Turned His First Cubs Season Around
Earlier this year, the Chicago Cubs signed Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million contract. They envisioned his production on both sides of the ball, along with his leadership, helping fuel multiple postseason runs.
Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20
Cubs To Activate Daniel Palencia
The Cubs will reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list before Friday’s series opener in Seattle, reports Meghan Montemurro of The Chicago Tribune.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 19
Javier Assad's role versatility has been invaluable for the Cubs
The Chicago Cubs are loaded with starting pitching depth at both the major league level and at Triple-A Iowa. The surplus of depth has led to frequent roster moves and role changes that have often affected no one player more than right-hander Javier Assad.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong follows walk-off blast with historic lead-off HR
Not even a full 24 hours after playing the role of hero for one side of Chicago and making history, Pete Crow-Armstrong was back at it again.
Trey Mancini News / Yardbarker / August 18
Longtime Orioles player Trey Mancini retires after inspirational MLB career
Mancini has officially announced his retirement from MLB following his comeback with the Los Angeles Angels this season.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18
Watch: Fans throw punches in wild brawl during Cubs-White Sox game
Monday’s game between the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill., had it all — including fans going full Royal Rumble in the stands.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes MLB history while achieving 30/30 season
Monday night was special for Crow-Armstrong for many reasons.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR
The Chicago Cubs have a bona fide superstar on their roster in the form of center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
Cubs get unfortunate injury blow amid playoff race
The Chicago Cubs entered Monday with a 72-53 record, which has them atop the National League Wild Card race. However, there are still six weeks left to play, and the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres are both tied with identical 67-58 records entering Monday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 17
Cubs make flurry of roster moves ahead of Crosstown Series
The Chicago Cubs have made a plethora of roster moves ahead of their three-game series against the crosstown rival Chicago White Sox.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 17
Edward Cabrera's future in Cubs rotation appears to be in jeopardy
Cabrera returned to the rotation Sunday after missing nearly two months, but his turn in the rotation may have been a one-and-done.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 16
Cubs dealt major blow as Dansby Swanson hits injured list
Swanson exited Sunday's game after an awkward swing and the worst-case scenario has now come to fruition.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 16
Cubs make Javier Assad, David Peterson decisions with return of Edward Cabrera
The Chicago Cubs are slowly but surely getting pitching reinforcements to what has already been an excellent staff over the last month.
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