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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.

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Chicago Cubs predicted to trade Moises Ballesteros amid emergence of #8 prospect

Late last season, the Chicago Cubs brought up their most exciting offensive prospect, Moises Ballesteros, for his first taste of Major League Baseball.

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.

Matt Boyd News / ChiCitySports / July 19

Matthew Boyd becomes 3rd Cubs player to reach major career milestone in 2026

Coming out of the All-Star break, Matthew Boyd delivered six innings of one earned run baseball as the Chicago Cubs defeated the Minnesota Twins by a score of 6-2.

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MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 19

Chicago Cubs encouraged to trade for one-time top prospect

The Chicago Cubs need help as they make their way to the August 3 MLB trade deadline. There’s absolutely no denying that. For as good as they can be in every other regard, their pitching will bring them crashing down unless some serious reinforcement is acquired ahead of the most heated part of the pennant race.

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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 / 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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 19

Cubs vs Twins Lineup: Ramirez at DH, Can Hoerner Stay Hot? Imanaga Starts, More

The Chicago Cubs are hunting their first series win of the second half after winning 6-2 yesterday over the Minnesota Twins, evening the series after a Twins 5-2 win on Friday.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 19

Chicago Cubs: Insider targets 'perfect fit' for Cubs trade deadline shopping

The Chicago Cubs have now officially begun their second-half push to the postseason and are inching closer to what many feel is a make-or-break August 3 MLB trade deadline.

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.

Miguel Amaya News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 19

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Miguel Amaya is the Superhero vs. the Twins

On a beautiful Saturday afternoon and with a large contingent of the 2016 championship team in the ballpark, the Cubs played a very good baseball game and won it 6-2.

Nico Hoerner News / Field Level Media / July 19

Cubs' Nico Hoerner aims for strong finish to series vs. Twins

In search of their third consecutive series win, the Chicago Cubs finish up a three-game interleague set with the visiting Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon.

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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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 18

Cubs Minor League Wrap: South Bend powers past Peoria, 10-4

The Iowa Cubs made the Memphis Redbirds (Cardinals) blue, 5-4 in ten innings. Jordan Wicks turned in a very good start, allowing just one run on two hits over five innings.

Anthony Rizzo News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Watch Anthony Rizzo’s epic World Series Trophy walk during Cubs’ 10-year anniversary

Anthony Rizzo was a key member of the 2016 Chicago Cubs when that team broke its 108-year dry spell and won the World Series. Rizzo played first base in

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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.

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Theo Epstein News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Theo Epstein reveals the ‘recurring dream’ he had before Cubs won 2016 World Series

The Chicago Cubs broke their 108-year dry spell when the won the 2016 World Series in seven games over the Cleveland Indians (now Guardians). The Cubs have welcomed back their players and members of the organization Saturday as they celebrated the 10-year anniversary of that championship.

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.

Daniel Palencia News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

‘Unclear’ Daniel Palencia injury update will concern Cubs fans

Chicago Cubs closer Daniel Palencia is dealing with an elbow injury. The Cubs have battled no shortage of injury concerns throughout the season. Before the game on Friday night against the Minnesota Twins, Cubs manager Craig Counsell provided multiple injury updates, including some news in reference to Palencia’s recovery.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / On Tap Sports Net / July 17

The Cubs Can’t Afford to Waste Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Historic Season

Pete Crow-Armstrong has already established himself as one of baseball’s newest stars, but what he’s doing this season goes far beyond a typical breakout campaign.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 17

Will Wildfire Smoke Impact the Cubs Game? What Cubs Fans Need to Know

Chicago Cubs fans heading to tonight’s game may want to keep an eye on the sky. Canadian wildfire smoke moving across parts of the region has raised questions about air quality and whether it could impact conditions at Wrigley Field.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 17

Cubs Move On From Four Veteran Pitchers, But One Familiar Face Isn’t Gone for Long

The Chicago Cubs continued reshaping their pitching depth on Friday, saying goodbye to several veteran arms who were brought into the organization as reclamation projects over the course of the season.

Jake Woodford News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Cubs Re-Sign Jake Woodford To Minor League Deal

Veteran righty Jake Woodford went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment by the Cubs this week. He elected free agency, per the MiLB.com transaction log, but he’s headed right back to the Cubs on a new minor league deal, MLBTR has learned.

Aaron Bummer News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17