Chicago Cubs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Matt Shaw News / Viral Sports News / August 25

Chicago Cubs Announce Matt Shaw Decision

The Chicago Cubs keep moving through August without Matt Shaw in the major league lineup, but the organization is not treating his absence as a holding pattern.

Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / August 25

In a blowout win on Sunday, Craig Counsell showed he is not messing around

After losing the first two games to the Seattle Mariners, both ending in walk-off fashion, the Chicago Cubs took out their frustration in a 19–2 demolition to avoid being swept.

Seattle Mariners News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Justin Steele News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Cubs’ Justin Steele Provides Encouraging Update

Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steele has taken another step in his long-awaited return as he works toward a potential return before the 2026 season ends.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 25

Cubs Get Exciting News on Ben Brown, Justin Steele as Playoffs Inch Closer

All signs are pointing toward the Chicago Cubs getting a pair of great arms back in the fold sooner rather than later. Both Ben Brown and Justin Steele threw in live bullpen sessions on Friday and 'felt great,' Craig Counsell told reporters in Seattle.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / August 25

MLB Announces NL MVP Poll Update on Tuesday

Pete Crow-Armstrong has taken over the National League MVP race in MLB.com’s fifth poll of the 2026 season, marking the first time he has held the top spot.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 25

The Cubs have announced their 150th anniversary team

As I posted here last week, the Cubs will be having celebrations this weekend honoring their 150th anniversary in the National League. Monday on Marquee Sports Network, the team announced the 40 players that had been chosen as their 15oth anniversary team.

Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / August 25

Dansby Swanson Makes Off-Field Announcement Amid 4th Cubs Season

Dansby Swanson’s fourth season with the Chicago Cubs has hit a rough patch. The 32-year-old shortstop landed on the 10-day injured list on August 17 with a left oblique strain, cutting his availability short as they chase the Milwaukee Brewers for first place in the National League Central.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 25

Merrill Kelly Rips Cubs for Sign Stealing, While Craig Counsell Couldn't Care Less

Things got chippy between the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night. With the Cubs up 2-0 in the fifth inning at Chase Field, the two dugouts started to exchange some words.

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The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

The '35-passing TD NFL seasons' quiz

Kevin Gausman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Cubs’ Kevin Gausman getting World Series itch again after self-admitted 2nd-best start of season

The Chicago Cubs’ 7-0 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday gave Kevin Gausman another reason to believe his new team has the pieces to make a postseason run.

Clay Holmes News / Field Level Media / August 25

Diamondbacks ready for up-close look at Cubs' Clay Holmes

Chicago Cubs right-hander Clay Holmes will make his second start this season in Phoenix on Tuesday, about three weeks later than the Arizona Diamondbacks had hoped.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 25

Cubs manager Craig Counsell pump brakes on much-anticipated Justin Steele injury return after 16 months

The Chicago Cubs are making a run towards the playoffs. The team could also be welcoming back two pitchers to the mound soon, as the Cubs have recently given updates on both Ben Brown and Justin Steele.

Merrill Kelly News / EssentiallySports / August 25

'Little Bull****': Merrill Kelly Sounds Off After D-Backs Suspected Cubs Coach of Relaying Signs

What looked like a heated exchange in the fifth inning may have left more than just bad blood between the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks. The D-backs accused Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry of trying to steal signs, sparking a fiery war of words between the two dugouts and bringing the game close enough to a bench-clearing incident.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 25

Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks

Michael Conforto and Carson Kelly hit back-to-back homers in a three-run sixth, Kevin Gausman threw seven scoreless innings, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-0 in Phoenix on Monday.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 24

Cubs' Justin Steele gives promising update on return from injury

It's been over 500 days since Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steele threw a pitch in the major leagues. On that day, Steele tossed seven shutout innings against the Texas Rangers in a Cubs win.

Reds' JJ Bleday hits for fourth MLB cycle this season

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

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred makes Little League Classic announcement for 2027

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 24

Chicago Cubs staring down brutal turn of pitching events ahead of playoff chase

What do the Chicago Cubs do if Matthew Boyd and Shota Imanaga continue on their downward trajectory? That’s a big question facing the North Siders as they work their way towards a playoff run.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 24

Veteran pitchers square off for Cubs, D-backs in wild-card chase

The Chicago Cubs will look to bolster their shrinking National League wild-card lead against an Arizona Diamondbacks team striving to remain in the playoff race when the teams open a three-game series in Phoenix on Monday night.

Josiah Hartshorn News / ChiCitySports / August 24

Cubs’ Josiah Hartshorn cements himself in franchise lore with 20th Home Run

Chicago Cubs 2025 sixth round draft pick Josiah Hartshorn is having a breakout season. The 19 year old 1B/OF from Orange Lutheran High School has propelled up prospect rankings this year, including becoming the organization’s No.1 prospect and MLB Pipeline’s No.39.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred makes Little League Classic announcement for 2027

Major League Baseball's "Little League Classic" game during the Little League World Series has become a staple in the season schedule.

Phillies run winning streak to nine games thanks to six-run rally in ninth inning

Randy Arozarena joins exclusive history with another leadoff home run

Yankees make Ryan Weathers decision after Saturday's exit

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

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 / 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

The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

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.

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

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19