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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 29
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 57 
Gee, winning for the 31st time sure was a lot easier than winning for the 30th time turned out to be. It took 11 tries to win number 30. But then the Cubs came right back and won their 31st, despite the immensely talented Paul Skenes being in their way.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / May 29
Quantifying Hope: Cubs’ Odds Graph Looks Like Mountain Range
The Cubs pulled out of their 10-game nosedive with a pair of wins to split their series in Pittsburgh, and now they head to St. Louis for three with their Arch rivals.
Seiya Suzuki News / Cubs Insider / May 29
Watch: Seiya Suzuki Victimized by Worst Foul Tip Call Ever
For whatever reason, Seiya Suzuki had been victimized by more balls called strikes than any other MLB player over the three previous seasons. The thought was that implementing ABS would therefore grant him a disproportionate advantage, which certainly hasn’t been the case to this point in the season.
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 29
Chicago Cubs’ top trade target comes with screaming red flags
The Chicago Cubs are actually on a winning streak now, having won two straight following their 10-game skid. They are still right in the thick of the NL Central race, and they will almost certainly be very active between now and the MLB trade deadline.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / May 29
On This Day: Cubs Exploit Cardinals’ Baserunning Error In Win
After splitting a four-game series with the Pittsburgh Pirates earlier this week, the Chicago Cubs start a three-game series against their longtime rivals, the St.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 28
Cubs Minor League Wrap: South Bend keeps rolling, beats Ft. Wayne 6-3
The Iowa Cubs were blanked by Indianapolis (Pirates), 3-0. Javier Assad started and left the game after issuing a one-out walk in the fifth. But Luis Peralta then let that run score and two more of his own, so technically Assad got the loss.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 28
Ian Happ, Cubs down Paul Skenes, Pirates for series split
Ian Happ continued to shine in his hometown, collecting three hits, including a two-run homer, as the Chicago Cubs beat the host Pittsburgh Pirates 7-2 on Thursday to split a four-game series.
Jameson Taillon News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 28
The Short Porch is worried about Jameson Taillon and the long ball
The Cubs finally snapped their 10-game losing streak Wednesday night in Pittsburgh and you could almost feel the sigh of relief on the North Side of Chicago.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Jaxon Wiggins News / ChiCitySports / May 28
Chicago Cubs: An update on top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins
The Chicago Cubs desperately need starting pitching, but they probably won’t be getting it anytime soon from their top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / May 28
Chicago Cubs: Has Alex Bregman already aged into decline?
When the Chicago Cubs signed third baseman Alex Bregman to a 5-year, $175 million contract this past offseason, there were hardly any voices of dissent.
Edward Cabrera News / HITC / May 28
Edward Cabrera’s blister has turned the Cubs’ rotation problem into a weekly scramble
The Cubs can survive a thin rotation for a while, but each new pitching problem keeps landing on a staff with less and less room to absorb it. Chicago placed Edward Cabrera on the 15-day injured list on May 24, retroactive to May 21, with a blister on his right middle finger.
Craig Counsell News / Athlon Sports / May 28
Craig Counsell Shares Reason Behind Cubs Move
Craig Counsell has revealed the reason the Chicago Cubs signed veteran left-hander Aaron Bummer to a minor league contract. According to reporter Elise
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 28
Chicago Cubs Notes: Cubs Snap 10 Game Skid, Blach & Hartshorn Impress
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 30-26 record after snapping a 10-game losing streak on Wednesday night. The club broke out offensively. They achieved a 10-4 rout of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Tarik Skubal News / Trade Talk Sports / May 28
Insider Pegs Chicago Cubs as Top Tarik Skubal Landing Spot
Barring a drastic turnaround in Detroit, Tarik Skubal will very likely be traded over the next two-plus months before the deadline. Recent reports suggested that the four frontrunners would be the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, Toronto Blue Jays, and San Diego Padres.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 27
3 Takeaways After the Cubs Score 10 & FINALLY Win a Baseball Game
The losing has finally come to an end on Wednesday night. But, wow, was that a brutal stretch of baseball for the Chicago Cubs! Since May 9th, when the Cubs had the best record in baseball at 27-12 and were on a 10-game winning streak, they have lost 14 of their last 16 games, falling to last place in the NL Central and out of the playoff picture.
Ian Happ News / Field Level Media / May 27
Ian Happ breaks out of slump, Cubs snap 10-game skid vs. Pirates
Ian Happ drove in five runs and ignited a six-run seventh inning with a three-run home run that eventually helped the Chicago Cubs snap a 10-game losing streak with a 10-4 win over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night.
Chicago Cubs News / HITC / May 27
How a two-week collapse turned the Chicago Cubs from contender to mess
Two weeks ago, the Cubs sat on top of the MLB.com power rankings. Now they look like a team trying to survive its own collapse. Chicago’s 12-1 loss to the Pirates on May 26 was a 10th straight defeat, and the disorganization is starting to look as concerning as the losing itself.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 27
Cubs make impressive MLB history with 10th straight loss
The Cubs etched their name in the history books with their 10th straight loss.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26
Cubs’ Jed Hoyer drops honest admission amid Justin Steele’s injury recovery
Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele is continuing to recover from a forearm strain. While there is no specific timeline for his return, the Cubs would obviously love to have him back in the rotation at some point this season.
Jaxon Wiggins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26
Cubs top pitching prospect receives pivotal injury update
As the Chicago Cubs try to climb up the NL Central standings, they are once again in need of pitching. If they were to look to the minor leagues for help, top prospect Jaxon Wiggins would be one of their top options.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 25
Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers
In making the 2026 Memorial Day holiday a memorable one, the Houston Astros put together an historic performance in a win over their in-state rival, the Texas Rangers, on Monday night.
Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / May 25
Cubs’ Nine-Game Losing Streak Lays Bare a Team Running Out of Answers
The Cubs didn’t expect to be here. Two weeks ago, they looked like one of baseball’s most complete teams, riding two separate 10‑game winning streaks and sitting 15 games over .500.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 25
Craig Counsell Announces Reason for Nico Hoerner’s Removal From Cubs Lineup
The Chicago Cubs are treading water in the National League Central, sitting at 29-24 while in the midst of an eight-game losing streak. The struggles have put pressure on manager Craig Counsell to find ways to spark an offense that, despite ranking second in on-base percentage at .335, has failed to convert runners consistently.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 23
Cubs recalling one of top outfield prospects in Kevin Alcantara
Just one day after promoting their top infield prospect, Pedro Ramirez, the Chicago Cubs are making yet another important roster move.
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