Chicago Cubs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / July 12

Cubs Recall Journeyman Pitcher, Option Struggling Lefty

Earlier today, the Chicago Cubs announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Brooks Kriske from Triple-A Iowa and sent struggling lefty Jordan Wicks down to Triple-A to replace him there.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 12

Cubs Need To Stay Far Away From Reported Starting Pitcher Trade Deadline Target

The Chicago Cubs are expected to be one of the more aggressive teams a few weeks from now at the MLB trade deadline as they try to make final upgrades to prepare for a deep playoff run.

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Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 12

Cubs’ perfect trade offer for $77 million Pirates star having career season

At the moment, a lot of events have gone the way of the Chicago Cubs. The team’s massive trade for superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker has paid off nicely.

Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / July 12

Are the Chicago Cubs moving on from Matt Shaw, as trade deadline rumors fly?

The Chicago Cubs are watching a nightmare scenario play out as they head into the All-Star break, just one game ahead of the second place Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division (as of this writing).

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 12

MLB Insider Labels Marlins Pitcher as Best Match for Cubs at Trade Deadline

Despite a series loss to the Minnesota Twins, it has been a fantastic first half of the season for the Chicago Cubs. With just one series left to go before the All-Star break, the Cubs have firmly established themselves as one of the best teams in the National League.

Matt Boyd News / Field Level Media / July 12

Matthew Boyd tosses eight shutout innings as Cubs beat Yankees

Matthew Boyd allowed four hits in eight outstanding innings to reach double-digit victories for the first time in his career and the visiting Chicago Cubs beat the New York Yankees 5-2 on Saturday afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 12

Yankees' Max Fried exits start early as July slump continues

Max Fried's July went from bad to worse when a blister on his left index finger forced him to exit his Saturday afternoon start after three innings.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 12

Cubs Superstar on Pace for Massive Bonus With Stellar Production

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong came into the 2025 MLB regular season with expectations on the rise after finishing the 2024 campaign on such a high note.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 12

Cubs' Craig Counsell Makes Unexpected Decision Before Yankees Game

Left fielder Ian Happ is in his ninth major-league season as a member of the Chicago Cubs. The 30-year-old was selected by the Cubs in the first round of the 2015 MLB Draft and made his big-league debut in 2017.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 12

Chicago Cubs’ Craig Counsell has 5 word response following Cody Bellinger revenge game

Last off-season, the Chicago Cubs traded Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees in a salary dump type of deal. In return, Chicago received cash and pitcher Cody Poteet, who is no longer on the team as he was dealt to the Baltimore Orioles for more cash.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 12

Chicago Cubs manager adjusts his lineup ahead of the All-Star break: Report

The Chicago Cubs are closing out the first half of their season with a three-game series against the New York Yankees. The Yankees have a former Cub on their roster, Cody Bellinger, who had a great night against his former team.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / July 12

Chicago Cubs Roster Moves 7/12/25

The Chicago Cubs will look to rebound today after getting shut out and destroyed by the Yankees last evening. The worst part of last night’s beating was Cody Bellinger’s three-home run game.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 12

Chicago Cubs reaping benefits of ‘afterthought’ free agent acquisition

The Chicago Cubs have a very thin margin for error when it comes to starting pitching right now. Already short-staffed due to the season-ending injury

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 12

Cubs Send Former Top Prospect Back To Triple-A After Getting Shelled by Yankees

The Chicago Cubs headed into their final series before the All-Star break feeling good about how they have performed during the first half of the season.

Brooks Kriske News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Cubs recall veteran right-hander from Triple-A

The Cubs announced that right-hander Brooks Kriske’s contract has been selected from Triple-A Iowa. Left-hander Jordan Wicks was optioned to Triple-A to create 26-man roster space, and that was the only corresponding move necessary since Chicago already had an open spot on its 40-man roster.

Matt Boyd News / CBSSports.com / July 12

How Cubs' Matthew Boyd turned into an All-Star pitcher, and four other under-the-radar additions paying off

Boyd will take on the Yankees on Saturday in the midst of a career season

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 12

MLB Insiders Reveal Cubs' Trade Deadline Plans, Options

The Chicago Cubs have started 2025 very strong to the tune of a 55-38 record, good for first place in the National League Central and the second-best record in the NL.

Cody Bellinger News / ChiCitySports / July 12

Yankees’ Cody Bellinger sent Chicago Cubs a message after 3-home run performance

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger revealed his honest opinion on his former team, the Chicago Cubs, following his three-home run performance during Friday night’s game in front of 46,327 fans at Yankee Stadium.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 12

Chicago Cubs: 5 contingency plans for possible disasters

The Chicago Cubs have led a charmed 2025 baseball life when it comes to their position players, with only catcher Miguel Amaya suffering significant down time due to injury.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 11

Yanks' Cody Bellinger has incredible revenge game against Cubs

Yankees' Cody Bellinger has incredible revenge game against Cubs

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger played his first game against the Chicago Cubs on Friday night since the team traded him this offseason. He made them pay in a big way.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 11

Yankees' Aaron Judge shows he's not just an MVP bat with two stunning defensive gems

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is the midseason front-runner to win the American League MVP, and his bat is the biggest reason why. But as he showed on Friday night against the Chicago Cubs, he is also capable of making a positive impact in the field.

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