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Tyrone Taylor News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 23

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Tyrone Taylor is the Superhero vs. the Mariners

It might feel like we can’t have nice things as Cub fans after a game like this. I’m sure there will be dozens of storylines all across the internet about the Cubs and blown saves on a day like this.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

The bonkers Cubs streak that came to an end in disastrous 9th-inning choke job vs. Mariners

The Chicago Cubs faced off with the Seattle Mariners on Saturday. They went into the game struggling a bit. They had won just two of their previous six games, despite the Cubs getting MVP-level play from Pete Crow-Armstrong.

Shota Imanaga News / TWSN / August 23

Shota Imanaga August 23rd Pitching Matchup & Analysis

After the great feeling of defeating their rivals in the Chicago White Sox, the Chicago Cubs have now dropped two straight to the Seattle Mariners. Shota Imanaga is the probable starter who hopes to help the Cubs avoid a sweep.

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MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 23

Mariners 5, Cubs 4: The Jacob Webb disaster

SEATTLE — It was just six days ago that Pete Crow-Armstrong led off the game for the Cubs with a home run on the first pitch of the game and then hit another one for a walk-off win.

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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 / ChiCitySports / August 23

Cubs’ latest Justin Steele and Ben Brown updates provide optimism for dream scenario

As the Chicago Cubs have learned this year, one can truly never have enough pitchers. After watching countless arms go down throughout the course of the year, they re-build their pitching staff at the trade deadline by adding Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes, Braxton Garrett, snf Ryan Zeferjahn.

Chicago Cubs News / EssentiallySports / August 23

Chicago Cubs Manager Ejected on His Birthday After Arguing With Umpire Over Pitcher’s Illegal Motion

Craig Counsell’s 50th birthday was every bit dreamy, with in-flight cupcakes as the team traveled from Minneapolis to Pittsburgh. But his 56th birthday?

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 23

Chicago Cubs news — Bregman, Happ, Busch, PCA, Palencia, Boyd

Today’s Reflections What a winnable mess that was in Seattle Friday night. And Matthew Boyd created it. The lefthander allowed just six home runs in his first 12 games this season.

Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 22

Cubs’ Craig Counsell provides 2 big injury updates

The Chicago Cubs got some encouraging news on the injury front Friday, as manager Craig Counsell revealed that both right-hander Ben Brown and left-hander Justin Steele came through a milestone step in their respective rehab programs without any setbacks.

Matt Boyd News / ChiCitySports / August 22

The Chicago Cubs have a Matthew Boyd concern on their hands

Calling Friday night’s game in Seattle frustrating is an understatement. The Cubs’ 6-5 loss in extras was defined by several factors, including another “blah” start from Matthew Boyd.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 22

The 3 Biggest Questions for the Chicago Cubs Down the Stretch

The Chicago Cubs have made a lot of miracles happen this year. Somehow, they've managed to still be a steadfast playoff contender even with the sheer bad injury luck that has hampered the team for nearly the entire season.

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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 / Yardbarker / August 22

Kade Anderson's MLB debut for Mariners was a mixed bag

Seattle Mariners' No. 1 pitching prospect Kade Anderson made his long-awaited MLB debut on Saturday night against the Chicago Cubs.

Craig Kimbrel joins rare history as Royals extend winning streak

Angels star Mike Trout makes history vs. Rangers

Reds' JJ Bleday hits for fourth MLB cycle this season

Luis Rengifo has become a vital weapon for Padres

Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?

Ketel Marte spotted at casino during Diamondbacks game

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.

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 22

Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?

Zeferjahn was expected to enter a high-leverage role with the Cubs but that may soon be coming to an end with his performance thus far.

In search of 'spark,' Mariners' Kade Anderson to make debut vs. Cubs

Mariners rebound from tough start, walk off Cubs in 10

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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.

Cubs make flurry of roster moves ahead of Crosstown Series

Edward Cabrera's future in Cubs rotation appears to be in jeopardy

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19