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BJ Murray Call-Up Gives Cubs Another Versatile Bench Bat as Rosters Expand

As rosters expand for the final month of the MLB regular season, the Chicago Cubs are calling up a long-time prospect. Craig Counsell confirmed to Meghan Montemurro on Monday that BJ Murray will be added to the roster ahead of the team's second meeting with the Milwaukee Brewers.

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Cubs Lose Veteran Pitcher to American League Contender

The Cubs parted ways with a familiar face in the bullpen last week, and the veteran quickly found a new home as another club tries to stay in the playoff picture.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 1

Cubs roster moves: B.J. Murray and Tyler Ferguson added

Today is September 1 and thus MLB teams can expand rosters. This is done differently now than in years gone by, when the entire 40-man roster could be recalled if teams wanted to do that.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 1

Stat shows how big of an X-factor pitching will be for Cubs

The 2026 Chicago Cubs have well-established strengths on both offense and defense. As of August 31, they lead the Majors in runs scored and walks while ranking third in home runs, giving them one of baseball’s most productive lineups.

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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.

MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / September 1

Cubs Make Franchise History in Absolute Power Display Against Brewers

By the time the dust settled at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs had done far more than beat the Milwaukee Brewers. They had made franchise history. The Cubs absolutely demolished the Brewers Monday night, cruising to a 17-3 victory in a game that quickly turned into a home-run showcase.

Justin Steele News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Justin Steele Making Major Step Toward Return to Cubs

Ahead of a 17-3 rout of the NL Central leading Milwaukee Brewers, the Chicago Cubs got some significant news on a key rehabbing arm in Justin Steele. According to Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network, the left-hander is set to begin a rehab assignment on Wednesday of this week with the Triple-A Iowa Cubs.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Cubs Duo Joins Yankees Legends in MLB History

Alex Bregman and Pete Crow-Armstrong have put themselves in rare company, joining a group that includes two New York Yankees legends after a remarkable August for the Chicago Cubs.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / September 1

Pete Crow-Armstrong card sets new record with sale

Chicago Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong has claimed his spot a top the betting odds for the NL MVP race. As we wrap up the month of August, Crow-Armstrong is the favorite to win the NL MVP award, overtaking the previous favorite Shohei Ohtani.

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 1

Cubs’ Kevin Gausman shares fascinating superstition origin story

The Chicago Cubs set a team record of nine home runs in their rout of the Milwaukee Brewers, 17-3, at Wrigley Field on Monday. The Cubs started hot, hitting five home runs in the first four innings, leading to the blowout.

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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 / Field Level Media / September 1

Cubs ride momentum of HR onslaught into another clash vs. Brewers

The Chicago Cubs will try to carry their record-breaking month of August into September when they host the Milwaukee Brewers in the second contest of a key four-game series on Tuesday night.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Poll Pete Crow-Armstrong or Yordan Alvarez?

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong had a scorching-hot month of August that has placed him squarely as the favorite to be the 2026 National League MVP.

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Clay Holmes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 1

Clay Holmes loving Cubs’ offense after bonkers run support vs. Brewers

Clay Holmes must be loving life after the Chicago Cubs acquired him in a trade from the New York Mets. Going from a team that’s been underperforming throughout

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / EasySportz / August 31

Crow-Armstrong Explodes with Three Homers to Lead Cubs

Pete Crow-Armstrong didn’t just show up; he dominated the field Saturday night. The Cubs’ Chicago outfielder hit 4-for-6, accounting for three home runs, four runs scored, and six RBI during a dominant 17-5 win against the Reds.

Tyrone Taylor News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 31

Tyrone Taylor toasts Cubs fans for ‘unmatched’ atmosphere vs. Brewers

The Chicago Cubs watched Pete Crow-Armstrong enter Wrigley Field as the marquee attraction against the Milwaukee Brewers. But Wrigley has another edge that Tyrone Taylor saw firsthand.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 31

Cubs hit club-record nine homers, blow out Brewers

Alex Bregman hit three of the franchise-record nine home runs by the Chicago Cubs in a 17-3 win against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers in the opener of their four-game series on Monday evening.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 31

Cubs set multiple records with nine-HR outburst vs. Brewers

The Chicago Cubs just wrapped up one of the most dominant offensive months in the history of Major League Baseball.

Brewers-Cubs set for pivotal NL Central series

Shohei Ohtani injury update could be final nail in NL MVP race

On deck: Cubs, White Sox open big series, plus Yankees-Padres

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BJ Murray News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Cubs To Select B.J. Murray

The Cubs are planning to select the contract of corner infielder B.J. Murray when rosters expand tomorrow, per Robert Murray of FanSided. The Bahamas Baseball Association was first to report that the Bahamian-born switch-hitter was on his way to the majors.

Hoby Milner News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Cubs Release Hoby Milner

The Cubs have released reliever Hoby Milner, per his MLB.com transactions log. The club initially placed him on waivers last week, then designated him for assignment.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 31

The Chicago Cubs might not have a single starting pitcher heading into 2027

The Chicago Cubs are working their way towards a second straight postseason run, despite a recent rough stretch and a tightening of the NL Wild Card race.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 31