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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 18
Cubs roster move: Dansby Swanson activated, BJ Murray Jr. optioned 
Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson was supposed to have two rehab games with Triple-A Iowa and then rejoin the team Friday in Cincinnati. Best-laid plans and all, both Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s I-Cubs games at Omaha got rained out.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 18
Cubs Pitching Preview: Who's On the Mound for Final Series With the Reds?
Coming off a needed series win over the Atlanta Braves, the Chicago Cubs will look to build on their NL Wild Card lead against a long-time division foe.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 18
Chicago Cubs coach affirms PCA fear is real
The Chicago Cubs have a real one in Pete Crow-Armstrong. To drive home that fact even further, Wednesday’s game at Wrigley Field against the Atlanta Braves showcased even more of the awesomeness exuding from the 24-year-old.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 18
Cubs Go Wild as Alex Bregman's Horse Wins at Churchill Downs During Day Off
The Wild Card isn't the only race the Chicago Cubs are winning. With an off-day on Thursday, the Cubs flew down to Louisville, Kentucky, to support one of their marquee players.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 18
Chicago Cubs could lose free-agent star to division rival
The Chicago Cubs have several big decisions looming once this 2026 season officially comes to a wrap. With more than half of the current active roster eligible for free agency, the team will have to decide who to keep and who to let go.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / September 18
Quantifying Hope: Cubs Near Postseason Clinch with 99.9% Odds
Though only one game separates the three Wild Card teams heading into Friday’s action, the Diamondbacks have lost two in a row to fall four games out of the postseason hunt with only nine left to play.
Chicago Cubs News / BloodHorse.com / September 18
Cubbies Root, Root, Root Act of Parliament to Victory
The Chicago Cubs of Major League Baseball flew the 'W' Sept. 17 at Churchill Downs when Alex Bregman's Act of Parliament rallied to win the final race of the evening with nearly the entire team there to celebrate.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 18
A look at remaining schedules for the Cubs and their Wild Card competition
As you know, the Cubs hold the tiebreaker over the three teams closest to them in the Wild Card race, the Phillies, Diamondbacks and Padres. This is extremely
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 18
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — September 18
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Ryne Sandberg*, and a mighty host of others. View Link Today in baseball history, in 1909 –
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 18
Cubs can't afford slipup in weekend series against Reds
The Chicago Cubs continue their fight for a playoff berth when they visit the Cincinnati Reds on Friday in the opener of a three-game weekend series. The Cubs (85-68) are tied with the Philadelphia Phillies (85-68) for the top National League wild-card spot, with the San Diego Padres (84-69) just one game back.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Viral Sports News / September 18
Former MLB Star Doesn’t Hold Back About Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong
Former All-Star outfielder Curtis Granderson said Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is a rare talent after watching the 24-year-old’s record-setting 2026 season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 17
Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman accomplish feat not seen since 1958
The Chicago Cubs continued their offensive success on Wednesday with an 8-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves. In the process, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman further etched their name into the history books.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17
Cubs’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 MLB Playoffs
The Chicago Cubs have placed themselves in a favorable position to begin October at Wrigley Field. Their reward for protecting it could be another postseason meeting with the team that has repeatedly given them trouble.
Shota Imanaga News / ChiCitySports / September 17
Chicago Cubs facing Imanaga dilemma after pitch-tipping adjustment
The Chicago Cubs, amid a pitching dilemma centering around a struggling bullpen, finds itself facing another problem ahead of postseason play. The team has to decide on what to do with Shota Imanaga.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17
Craig Counsell had a great quote about Pete Crow-Armstrong’s incredible night
Craig Counsell is enjoying the ride the Chicago Cubs are on, with Pete Crow-Armstrong leading the way. Crow-Armstrong keeps building his case for the National
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker / September 17
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes franchise history with latest HR
The Chicago Cubs have a new all-time franchise leader for home runs in a single season by a left-handed batter.
Shelby Miller News / Athlon Sports / September 16
Cubs Make Season-Ending Decision Ahead of MLB Playoffs
The Chicago Cubs have ended Shelby Miller’s comeback attempt, meaning the veteran reliever will not pitch for the team during the 2026 postseason. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reported the decision on X ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Atlanta Braves.
Shelby Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15
Cubs Shut Down Shelby Miller For Season
The Cubs are shutting down Shelby Miller for the rest of the 2026 season, manager Craig Counsell told reporters before tonight’s loss to Atlanta (links via Patrick Mooney of The Athletic and Jordan Bastian of MLB.com).
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 14
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong ties franchise legend with home run No. 42
The Chicago Cubs undeniably have a superstar in centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 13
Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs
With a slim 3-2 lead and Paul Skenes on the mound, Don Kelly made a decision that some believe sank the Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes. It's also one the Pirates' manager had to answer for immediately following Pittsburgh's 4-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12
Cubs Activate Edward Cabrera, Place Trent Thornton On 15-Day IL
The Cubs have activated right-hander Edward Cabrera from the 15-day injured list, and placed Trent Thornton on the 15-day IL due to left ankle soreness.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / September 11
Cubs' Alex Bregman's explosive second half helping to erase slow start
Chicago Cubs' Alex Bregman has done a good job of turning around his season with his miraculous second-half surge, helping to erase his slow start and salvage his first season in a Cubs uniform.
Dansby Swanson News / Yardbarker / September 11
Cubs announce plans for return of Dansby Swanson
Cubs manager Craig Counsell spoke Friday and revealed the plans for Swanson's return.
Kevin Gausman News / Yardbarker / September 10
Cubs' Kevin Gausman has been a major disappointment
On paper, it appeared the Chicago Cubs made one of the best moves of the MLB trade season when they acquired right-hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays. The move hasn't worked out as expected, however.
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