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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 26

Here’s how the Cubs can still host Wild Card Series games at Wrigley Field

The Cubs, seemingly headed to having home field in the first round of the 2026 postseason, have a no good, very bad, terrible week so far. They’ve lost four of the five games played and scored just nine runs total — and that was in four of the games, as they got shut out in the fifth, the second game of Friday’s doubleheader.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 26

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Miguel Amaya and David Peterson are the Superheroes vs. the Red Sox

The same story we’ve been seeing played out. With the wind howling in, the Cubs couldn’t hit the ball out of the park. The Cubs lost two games. The Cubs last won a game in which they didn’t homer on July 30 against the Cardinals.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 26

Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Boyd, Suzuki, Happ, Hoerner, Gausman

Today’s Reflections Congratulations to Pete Crow-Armstrong for 40/40! Congratulations to the Chicago Cubs for making the playoffs! Best wishes to Taylor McGregor at ESPN!

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The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 25

Red Sox 2, Cubs 0: Third wild card, anyone?

The Cubs came to Boston Friday hoping they could win a couple of games and maybe still get home games next week in the Wild Card Series. Instead, after

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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.

MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / September 25

Cubs Fall 4-3 to Red Sox in Fenway Doubleheader Opener

The Chicago Cubs jumped out 3-0 through two innings at Fenway Park on Friday afternoon and still found a way to lose Game 1 of the doubleheader. Boston clawed back from that early hole, tied it in the fifth, and took a 4-3 win when Connor Wong doubled home Roman Anthony in the seventh.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 25

It's Official: Cubs, Red Sox to End Regular Season at Neutral Site Due to Weather

The Chicago Cubs will play their final game of the 2026 regular season in Tampa Bay. The announcement comes in the wake of a nor'easter that is headed for the Boston area.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / September 25

Why the Red Sox and Cubs are playing Game 162 at Tropicana Field

The Chicago Cubs and Boston Red Sox were set to face each other at Fenway Park on Sunday in the season finale for both teams. Instead, the game will now be played at Tropicana Field in St.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 25

Sweep, schedule change puts pressure solely on Cubs' shoulders

The Chicago Cubs are traveling anything but the easy road to get to the National League postseason.

Cubs, White Sox make neat history with postseason berths

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong has first 40-40 season in franchise history

Red Sox's Willson Contreras gives concerning injury update ahead of postseason

20/20 season only emphasizes Jarren Duran's disappointing campaign

The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 25

The Cubs and Red Sox will play Sunday at Tropicana Field

It’s been rumored for several days, but now it’s official: Game 162 for both the Cubs and Red Sox will be played Sunday afternoon at 2:05 p.m. Central time at the home of the Tampa Bay Rays, Tropicana Field in St.

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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.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / September 25

RARE Pete Crow-Armstrong MLB Debut Patch 1/1 hits auction at Goldin

Chicago Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong is having an historic year here in 2026, well on his way to winning the NL MVP award. The center fielder is not only one of the best defensive players in the game, but he’s figured it out at the plate as well.

Jake Woodford News / Viral Sports News / September 25

Former Cubs Pitcher Gets Dumped by World Series Contender

Former Chicago Cubs pitcher Jake Woodford was designated for assignment by the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday, ending a major-league stay that lasted one day and one outing, via the MLB transaction log.

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The 'Active NFL catch leaders' quiz

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MLB News / Baseball Now / September 25

Even Cubs Longtime Rival Christian Yelich Has Nothing But Praise For Pete Crow-Armstrong

Pete Crow-Armstrong is the favorite to win the National League MVP Award, and even his rivals have nothing but great things to say about him. The Cubs once again fell short of winning the National League Central, watching the Brewers' four-peat for the first time in the division's history.

Chicago Cubs News / Baseball Now / September 25

Cubs' Jed Hoyer Has Unbelievably High Praise For Pete Crow-Armstrong's Season

Pete Crow-Armstrong is having a sensational season and is on his way to winning the National League MVP for the first time in his career. He has a league-leading 45 home runs and has added 41 stolen bases as well.

Edward Cabrera News / ChiCitySports / September 25

Chicago Cubs swap out Edward Cabrera as bullpen hits a stride

The Chicago Cubs finally clinched their playoff spot. They’re now jockeying for position in the National League Wild Card standings to see where and against whom they begin their postseason run.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / September 25

Chicago Cubs Make Announcement on 6-foot-7 Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs reinstated right-handed reliever Gavin Hollowell from the 15-day injured list Friday, returning the 28-year-old to the major-league bullpen after nearly two months away with right shoulder inflammation, via the MLB transaction log.

Chicago Cubs News / New Baseball Media / September 25

How the Cubs Made the 2026 MLB Postseason

For the second straight year, the Cubs will play playoff baseball. However, the club does have some question marks despite boasting one of the league’s best offenses.

Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / September 25

Chicago Cubs: Bregman is back as weather continues to complicate Wild Card picture

The Chicago Cubs, as things sit right now, are the No. 2 seed in the National League Wild Card standings. They are a game behind the San Diego Padres and a game ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies, who are in the No.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 24

Cubs, White Sox make neat history with postseason berths

Thursday was a big day for the city of Chicago.

Cubs manager provides an update on Alex Bregman’s recovery

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong has first 40-40 season in franchise history

The 'Last 3-HR game by MLB team' quiz

Alex Bregman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 24

Cubs manager provides an update on Alex Bregman’s recovery

The Chicago Cubs are in wait-and-see mode with Alex Bregman. The Cubs star was hit in the face by a foul ball on Sunday in a scary scene, and he suffered multiple facial fractures.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 24