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Cubs rumors: ‘Creative’ trade strategy to fix pitching woes could lead to bombshell deadline deal

With the MLB Trade Deadline approaching on August 3, the Chicago Cubs are in real need of pitching. A combination of injuries and surrendering too many home runs has left them in need of looking at the trade market.

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Chicago Cubs predicted to make 'obvious' trade ahead of 2026 MLB trade deadline

One could say that the Chicago Cubs need for pitching is one of the worst kept secrets in baseball, but then again, it really is no secret. It has not been a secret since even before the season began.

Jameson Taillon News / ChiCitySports / July 21

Chicago Cubs are stuck with 'totally unacceptable' Jameson Taillon

The Chicago Cubs almost ended up winning a game Monday night they were set up to lose from the first inning. Unfortunately, a brutal two innings of poor execution at the end of the game allowed the Detroit Tigers to take back the momentum and close the show with an 8-6 win in ten innings at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21

2 top Cubs prospects on trade watch at 2026 deadline

The Chicago Cubs enter the 2026 trade deadline in position to be buyers, and if the front office decides to add starting pitching, two names inside the farm system stand out as the most logical trade chips.

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The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with at least five 20-home run seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB Playoff strikeout-leaders' quiz

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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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 21

3 Takeaways As Cubs' Comeback Bid vs. Tigers Comes Apart in Ugly Fashion

The Cardiac Chicago Cubs never left. They resurface every now and again, and Monday was one of those nights. But this time around, they couldn't quite get the job done.

Chicago Cubs News / The Spun / July 21

Chicago Police Respond to Fan Being Slapped During National Anthem Confrontation

Chicago Police are aware of the slap that occurred during the national anthem at a recent Cubs game at Wrigley Field. A viral video shows an older Cubs fan slapping a younger fan for not standing up during the playing of the U.S.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 21

Tigers 8, Cubs 6: The 10th inning Wrigley Field disaster

What an odd game on an odd evening at Wrigley Field. The Cubs lost the series opener to the Tigers 8-6 in 10 innings, but there’s way, way more than just that to discuss.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 21

Chicago Cubs news — Boyd, Imanaga, Hoerner

Today’s Reflections The duo performance of Matthew Boyd and Shōta Imanaga was a huge development for the Cubs’ rotation, especially when coupled with Colin Rea’s quality start Friday.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / July 21

The Cubs Need a Closer for Their March To the Playoffs

No team makes it through a season without pitching injuries, but few contenders have been tested quite like the Chicago Cubs have. As it currently stands, they have seven bullpen arms that are on the injured list.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21

Police respond to video of Cubs fan getting slapped for not standing during national anthem

Police are issuing a response this week to the viral video of a Chicago Cubs fan getting slapped during the national anthem. A video clip made the rounds

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 20

Cubs vs. Tigers Lineup: Ramirez's Third Straight Start, Taillon's Big Returns, More

The Chicago Cubs started the second half strong. While they dropped their first of three against the Minnesota Twins, they proceeded to score a combined 16 runs over the last two contests to pull off the series win.

Scott Kingery News / Viral Sports News / July 20

Chicago Cubs Cut Ties With Former Top Prospect

Scott Kingery’s baseball journey has reached another crossroads. The former Philadelphia Phillies top prospect was designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs, marking another difficult chapter in a career that once carried the expectations of a potential franchise cornerstone.

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The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

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The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 20

Chicago Cubs trade overpay for 2-time All-Star eyed by former MLB exec

The Chicago Cubs are staring down what many believe will be a rougher than rough market ahead of the August 3 trade deadline. With tight races in both

Aaron Bummer News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20

Royals pick up reliever who left Cubs ahead of trade deadline

The Chicago Cubs recently lost Aaron Bummer to free agency after he opted out of his minor league contract with the team. Just a few days later, he found a new opportunity with the Kansas City Royals, just weeks before the August 3 trade deadline.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20

Cubs rumors: The Royals pitcher Chicago is urged to trade for at deadline by ex-MLB GM

Holding the top Wild Card spot at 56-43, the Chicago Cubs will be entering the trade deadline as buyers. It’s no secret that the team will be targeting top flight pitching.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 20

Cubs have momentum going into home series against Tigers

The Chicago Cubs have found their rhythm at the plate. Chicago will try to keep it up when it welcomes the Detroit Tigers for a three-game series beginning Monday night.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 19

Shota Imanaga is driving Cubs' momentum in NL wild-card race

Despite a 2026 roller coaster ride season for the Chicago Cubs, they remain first in the NL wild-card race, and starting pitcher Shota Imanaga's stability in the rotation has helped them make a push.

Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 19

Cubs rack up 10 runs in first four innings to smother Twins

Nico Hoerner went 2-for-5 with a triple and four RBIs, and the Chicago Cubs cruised to a 10-1 win over the visiting Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 19

Cubs are Interested in Mets' Rental Starter

The Chicago Cubs and New York Mets already swung a trade with each other this season. This was the deal that sent struggling left-handed starter David Peterson to Chicago for top prospect Cole Mathis.

Chicago Cubs News / Stadium Rant / July 19

Which Chicago Cubs Prospects Could Debut In 2026? 3 Names To Watch After The All-Star Break

Leaving the MLB All-Star break with a lead in the National League Wildcard race, Chicago Cubs prospects are likely on their way to the major league roster to help keep their lead.

Aaron Civale News / Yardbarker / July 18

Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff

The Chicago Cubs keep hoping to catch lightning in a bottle as they look to supplement a battered pitching staff. That quest to find something resembling a competent major league arm continued on Saturday.

Kevin Gausman likely Blue Jays' top trade candidate if they commit as sellers

Insider suggests Yankees should target this elite reliever at deadline

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Three players the Athletics could move before trade deadline

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / July 18

Matthew Boyd, Nico Hoerner lead Cubs past Twins

Matthew Boyd threw six quality innings and Nico Hoerner delivered the fifth four-hit game of his career on Saturday afternoon, helping the Chicago Cubs earn a 6-2 victory over the visiting Minnesota Twins.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / July 18

Chicago Cubs Agree to Sign 260-Pound Power Hitter

The Chicago Cubs made a noteworthy move on Saturday as they continued their series against the Minnesota Twins at Wrigley Field. While the team was focused on the on-field action following a tough 5-2 loss the night before, front office news broke that added some excitement to the weekend.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18

Anthony Rizzo caught a home run ball in the Wrigley Field bleachers

Anthony Rizzo appears to be a magnet for home run balls when he attends games as a fan at Wrigley Field. Rizzo managed to catch Cubs first baseman Michael Busch’s first inning home run against the Minnesota Twins on Saturday.

Aaron Bummer News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Aaron Bummer Opts Out Of Cubs Deal

Veteran left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer opted out of his minor league contract with the Cubs and is now a free agent, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.