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Cubs Ready to Deal 'Majority' of Top Prospects as Big Trade Deadline Looms

Cubs Ready to Deal 'Majority' of Top Prospects as Big Trade Deadline Looms

As if it wasn't clear already, the Chicago Cubs are ready to push their chips in. The organization is built to win now and holds a 59-46 record on the season.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 28

Cubs Agree to Terms with 4 Remaining Draft Picks

I have not had the time to follow up on all the different reports of which Cubs draft picks signed for how much, but the important thing is that all of them have now signed.

Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 28

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman is the Superhero vs. the Cardinals

I said yesterday when I was writing that saying something negative about a player whether about on or off the field issues is the least fun I do here. The second least fun thing here is being right.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28
Cubs ride high-octane offense into rematch vs. Cardinals

Cubs ride high-octane offense into rematch vs. Cardinals

The Chicago Cubs are playing like a team that could make some noise in the postseason, but manager Craig Counsell knows there still is work to be done.

Salvador Perez News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz

The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes? 

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Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 28

Cubs Willing to Deal Nearly Any Prospects to Add at Least One Starter

The Cubs, who just won their 60th game in the wake of designating Jameson Taillon for assignment, are very much open for business with the trade deadline fast approaching.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 28

Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Busch, Ramirez, Swanson, Imanaga, Taillon

Today’s Reflections Monday, 2:30 PM MST — Instead of my trashing Jameson Taillon after his latest meltdown as I’ve been doing for a few starts, I was glad to let several writers do that job for me for once.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / July 28
3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Cubs Deadline

3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Cubs Deadline

The Chicago Cubs have as clear a plan as anyone as they head into the 2026 trade deadline. They have dealt with pitching injuries to both their rotation and bullpen since the beginning of the year.

Chicago Cubs News / HITC / July 28
Pete Crow-Armstrong just achieved feat only Babe Ruth and Barry Bonds have matched in MLB history

Pete Crow-Armstrong just achieved feat only Babe Ruth and Barry Bonds have matched in MLB history

Pete Crow-Armstrong wrote his name in MLB history on Monday following his role in the Chicago Cubs’ win over the St. Louis Cardinals. The Cubs improved their record to 60-46 for the season and will be keen to extend that in their next three games against the Cardinals before facing the New York Yankees.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28
Cubs ring up 14 hits in series-opening win over Cardinals

Cubs ring up 14 hits in series-opening win over Cardinals

Alex Bregman and Nico Hoerner each homered and had four hits apiece as the visiting Chicago Cubs opened a four-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals with a 7-3 win on Monday.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

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 / ChiCitySports / July 27
Chicago Cubs targeting pitching at MLB Trade Deadline to make run at Dodgers

Chicago Cubs targeting pitching at MLB Trade Deadline to make run at Dodgers

The Chicago Cubs have some work to do if they want to catch the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central. Even with the series win in Pittsburgh over the weekend, the Cubs sit seven games back going into Monday’s series opener in St.

Jameson Taillon News / Field Level Media / July 27
Cubs designate RHP Jameson Taillon for assignment

Cubs designate RHP Jameson Taillon for assignment

The Chicago Cubs designated veteran right-handed starting pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment on Monday. The Cubs selected the contract of right-hander Andrew Wantz from Triple-A Iowa in a corresponding move.

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 The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
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Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 27
Cubs vs. Cardinals Lineup: Slumping Bregman Returns, Can PCA Stay Hot? More

Cubs vs. Cardinals Lineup: Slumping Bregman Returns, Can PCA Stay Hot? More

Fresh off another road series win against the Pittsburgh Pirates this past weekend, the Cubs now head to their bitter rivals in St. Louis to kick off a four-game series against the Cardinals.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27
Cubs cut ties with prominent veteran pitcher

Cubs cut ties with prominent veteran pitcher

The Chicago Cubs are moving on from a veteran pitcher who had been quite successful for them over the past several seasons. The Cubs announced Monday that they have designated pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is making the NL MVP race more competitive

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is making the NL MVP race more competitive

Crow-Armstrong has made the National League MVP race more competitive with his high-caliber defense, historic plate discipline and offensive surge.

Three short-term replacements for Jameson Taillon in Cubs rotation
On deck: Yankees-White Sox, Red Sox-Dodgers, Cubs-Cardinals are pivotal series
The 'National League MVPs' quiz
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 27
Chicago Cubs stars insist the trade deadline is no big deal

Chicago Cubs stars insist the trade deadline is no big deal

The main topic of conversation right now when it comes to the Chicago Cubs is the trade deadline. Specifically, the talk is all about how the Cubs can improve their pitching staff, which has been besieged with injury almost from day one of the season.

Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / July 27
Cubs Announce Dansby Swanson Career News Before Cardinals Game

Cubs Announce Dansby Swanson Career News Before Cardinals Game

The Chicago Cubs celebrated a major career milestone for shortstop Dansby Swanson on Monday, announcing he has officially reached 10 years of Major League service time ahead of the club's series opener against the St.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27
Three short-term replacements for Jameson Taillon in Cubs rotation

Three short-term replacements for Jameson Taillon in Cubs rotation

With the Chicago Cubs in the thick of a postseason race, continuing to send veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon to the mound may no longer be a suitable option.

Shea Langeliers' injury makes him a bust for A's and his trade value
Chicago Cubs: Good news on Daniel Palencia and the bullpen in general
Jameson Taillon's future with Cubs should be in doubt after rough outing vs. Pirates
The 'MLB Playoff strikeout-leaders' quiz
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 26
Will Cubs make all-in trade deadline moves? $177 million man weighs in

Will Cubs make all-in trade deadline moves? $177 million man weighs in

The Chicago Cubs have been celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their 2016 World Series championship, a title that ended a 108-year drought for the storied franchise.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 26
Jameson Taillon's future with Cubs should be in doubt

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. 

Brewers quickly move on from Lance McCullers Jr.
Could Blue Jays prospect Ricky Tiedemann make a comeback?
Red Sox pay high price to Nationals to shore up infield
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
Matt Shaw News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26
Cubs’ Matt Shaw Out Beyond Trade Deadline

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+.

Drew Pomeranz News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24
Drew Pomeranz Elects Free Agency

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.

Joe Buck News / Yardbarker / July 24
Joe Buck reveals favorite World Series-clinching call

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.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline
Cubs expected to promote No. 7 prospect James Triantos
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Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 23
Cubs expected to promote No. 7 prospect James Triantos

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.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline
Adley Rutschman trade rumors raise two questions for Orioles
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
Craig Counsell News / Yardbarker / July 22
Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline

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: Alex Bregman predicted to be team’s 2nd-half All-Star
Chicago Cubs trade proposal sends Matt Shaw out of town for 2x All-Star pitcher
Chicago Cubs are stuck with 'totally unacceptable' Jameson Taillon
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
Shota Imanaga News / Yardbarker / July 19
Shota Imanaga is driving Cubs' momentum in NL wild-card race

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
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