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Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 26
Daniel Palencia, Hunter Harvey Tracking Toward Early August Rehab Assignments 
The Cubs are very active in the search for pitching help on the trade market, but the deadline could coincide with two internal reinforcements. Relievers Hunter Harvey and Daniel Palencia have combined to throw less than 21 innings this season, but both are trending to begin rehab assignments the week of August 3.
Ryan O'Hearn News / ESPN / July 26
O'Hearn hits b-day grand slam in win over Cubs
Ryan O'Hearn hit a grand slam on his 33rd birthday as the Pittsburgh Pirates held off the Chicago Cubs 8-7 on Sunday to avoid being swept in the three-game series.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 26
Jameson Taillon's future with Cubs should be in doubt after rough outing vs. Pirates
On Sunday, Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon made his first start since suffering a left hamstring strain in June. It could be a long time before his next one.
The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?
Javier Assad News / Athlon Sports / July 26
Cubs React to Javier Assad Career News on Sunday
Javier Assad and the Chicago Cubs are sitting atop the National League Wild Card standings at 59-46. Chicago trails the 65-39 Milwaukee Brewers by 6.5 games for the NL Central pennant and is three games ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies for the top Wild Card spot.
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.
Matt Shaw News / On Tap Sports Net / July 26
Cubs’ Matt Shaw Expected to Miss Time Beyond Trade Deadline
Chicago Cubs utility man Matt Shaw will not return from the injured list before the Aug. 3 trade deadline, manager Craig Counsell told reporters. Shaw has been on the 10-day IL since June 29 with a left-hand sprain suffered when he fouled a pitch off his hand against the Brewers.
Craig Counsell News / Viral Sports News / July 26
Cubs Manager Craig Counsell Announces Big Injury News
The Chicago Cubs received a positive development regarding injured closer Daniel Palencia on Sunday as manager Craig Counsell detailed the next phase of the right-hander’s recovery process.
Dansby Swanson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 26
Cubs’ Dansby Swanson makes 2021 Braves comparison he’s hoping is prescient
The Chicago Cubs are currently in second place in the NL Central, but well in control of a Wild Card Spot in the National League. The team is prepared to make major moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline.
Daniel Palencia News / ChiCitySports / July 26
Chicago Cubs: Good news on Daniel Palencia and the bullpen in general
The Chicago Cubs have been run through the wringer when it comes to their pitching staff, with both the starting rotation and bullpen besieged by injury.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 26
Cubs May Hold Key Trade Chip to Landing One of Angels' Best Starting Arms
The Cubs need a pitcher. The Angels want a catcher. Sometimes, it's just that easy! As we inch closer and closer to the MLB trade deadline, the more we've learned about just how fruitful the market will be.
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 26
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Shōta Imanaga is the Superhero vs. the Pirates
It came up in the comments yesterday as to why there is so much talk around a 17-game stretch like this. Every team has at least one and often a couple of these every year.
Matt Shaw News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26
Cubs’ Matt Shaw Out Beyond Trade Deadline
Coming off a 92-70 record and a Wild Card appearance last year, the Cubs are well-equipped to repeat that in 2026. The offense, led by Pete Crow-Armstrong, ranks third in the Majors with a 110 wRC+.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 26
Cubs 11, Pirates 0: Pete Crow-Armstrong has himself a game…
So after Friday night’s tightly-fought Cubs win over the Pirates, we were discussing where the offense might have disappeared to, as the team scored just three runs, two of them in the 10th inning with the help of the placed runner.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Field Level Media / July 26
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong proving value against Pirates
Pete Crow-Armstrong is making a strong case for National League MVP as he leads the visiting Chicago Cubs in pursuit of a series sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 26
Chicago Cubs news — Boyd, Happ, Hoerner, PCA, Swanson, Hollowell
Today’s Reflections I don’t want to run through the play-by-play, as Al has covered it all thoroughly. But I’d be remiss: Matthew Boyd — it wasn’t pretty or dominant, but all that matters is that he (and the defense) got out of jams, and the important two numbers: one run allowed over seven innings.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / July 25
Pete Crow-Armstrong fills stat sheet as Cubs plaster Pirates
Pete Crow-Armstrong filled the box score, going 4-for-5 with three runs, two doubles, a two-run home run, three RBIs and a stolen base to power the Chicago Cubs to an 11-0 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / July 25
Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong has made MLB history yet again
At 58-45, the Chicago Cubs have one of the best records in Major League Baseball. However, they are six games back of first place in the National League Central Division.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 24
Cubs get timely hitting to down Pirates in extras
Dansby Swanson had an RBI single in the 10th inning to fuel the visiting Chicago Cubs in a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday. Pedro Ramirez reached on an infield single to join automatic runner Ian Happ on the bases in the 10th inning.
Drew Pomeranz News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24
Drew Pomeranz Elects Free Agency
Veteran reliever Drew Pomeranz is back on the open market after electing free agency, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. The Cubs designated him for assignment on Monday and sent him through waivers.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 24
Joe Buck reveals favorite World Series-clinching call
Ahead of going into the broadcast wing of the MLB Hall of Fame on Sunday, legendary broadcaster Joe Buck sat down with Bob Costas to discuss all things related to his broadcasting career.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 23
Cubs expected to promote No. 7 prospect James Triantos
In a bit of a surprise move from the Chicago Cubs, a top 10 organizational prospect will likely be making his MLB debut during a three-game weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Craig Counsell News / Yardbarker / July 22
Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline
With the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline less than two weeks away, managers of those clubs involved in being buyers are beginning to express their trade deadline wish lists.
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
Shota Imanaga 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.
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.
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