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Cubs Demote Top Prospect in Surprise Roster Move

It was an eventful off-day for the Chicago Cubs as a surprise demotion of a top prospect made headlines in the Windy City. According to the team's transaction report, the Cubs demoted top prospect Moises Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday.

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Moisés Ballesteros Optioned to AAA

Moisés Ballesteros has endured some growing pains in what could have been his first full season in Chicago, but his performance of late convinced the Cubs that he needs a little get-right time in Iowa.

Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18

The Short Porch is short on Cubs pitching

Last night the Cubs were able to take a series from the Colorado Rockies after winning 8-6 at Wrigley Field. However, the devil was really in the details of this particular victory.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Chicago Cubs stay outside top-10 in ESPN’s latest power rankings for 1 big reason

The Chicago Cubs, prior to the start of the 2026 regular season, were predicted by many to be one of the best teams in Major League Baseball. And for a good portion of the year early on, they were.

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The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The '10-K games with less than 100 pitches' quiz

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18

The Wrigley Field night game ordinance is outdated and should be repealed

Last week, I wrote this article proposing that the Cubs match a lot of other teams and move all their night game start times to 6:40 p.m. Currently, the Cubs have that starting time for night games in April, May and September, and begin night contests at 7:05 p.m.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Reid Detmers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18

Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Angels’ Reid Detmers

The Chicago Cubs entered 2026 with sky-high expectations and a rotation built to compete. Then the injury bug arrived, and it never left. With Cade Horton

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Chicago Cubs predicted to deal top prospect in season-salvaging move

The Chicago Cubs aren’t in the good place they wanted to occupy at this point of the season. As of this writing, they sport a 39-36 record, but are eight games behind the first place Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Cubs Determined to Address Clear Weakness Before Trade Deadline

The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has not been at full strength all season. They have a handful of players currently on the injured list, including Matthew Boyd, Justin Steele, Jameson Taillon and Cade Horton.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 18

Breakout Cubs Prospects You Need to Know: Josiah Hartshorn, Owen Ayers, More

Things may be looking bleak at the moment for the Chicago Cubs at the big-league level, but a few pleasant surprises down in the minors are piquing the interest of fans and the media alike.

Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Chicago Cubs: Dansby Swanson talks on moving forward after another series win

The Chicago Cubs improved to 39-36 on the season following their 8-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night. Significantly, it gave them their second series win a row.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong is not 'buying into' team’s recent success

The Chicago Cubs are 39-36 on the season following their convincing win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night. With the victory, Chicago has clinched their second series victory in a row.

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Matt Boyd News / Just Baseball / June 18

Can Matthew Boyd Save the Cubs’ Rotation?

Entering the 2026 season, confidence was generally high in the Chicago Cubs‘ starting rotation. They had a mix of young arms coming off strong seasons and veterans who’ve been steady forces for years.

Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / June 18

Chicago Cubs’ Matt Shaw trade rumors receive surprising update

Are the Chicago Cubs actually turning things around? After not winning as series for over a month, the Cubs have now won back-to-back three-game sets and may be starting to right themselves in the National League Wild Card race.

Dansby Swanson News / Inside The Diamonds / June 18

Chicago Cubs Notebook: Seven Run 7th, Swanson Goes Deep, & A Trade with Boston Heating Up

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 39-36 record following a series-clinching victory at Wrigley Field. Over the last 24 hours, the team secured an 8-6 win against the Colorado Rockies.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18

Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Cabrera, Palencia

Today’s Reflections I thought this was more important than anything I have to say: Gordon Edes (Chicago Sun-Times): Cubs legend Billy Williams celebrates his 88th birthday with pride, enthusiasm and memories.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / June 18

Cubs Linked to Potential Blockbuster Trade for Cy Young Contender

The Chicago Cubs find themselves in a challenging position with their pitching staff this season. Injuries have thinned out their group of reliable starters, creating a clear gap that must be addressed if the team hopes to make a serious postseason push.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 17

3 Takeaways After Cubs Offense Breaks Through to Crush Rockies, Take Series

The Chicago Cubs (39-36) have now clinched back-to-back series wins for the first time since May 6. An 8-6 rubber-match win over the Colorado Rockies (28-47) on Wednesday secured that result, and it's a breath of fresh air for a team that has struggled to produce offensively over the last six weeks.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 17

Seven-run inning carries Cubs to series victory over Rockies

Dansby Swanson hit a two-run homer and Matt Shaw had a two-run triple as the host Chicago Cubs scored seven runs in the second inning to beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 on Wednesday.

Seiya Suzuki News / Yardbarker / June 17

Yankees highlight list of potential Seiya Suzuki trade landing spots

The Chicago Cubs have been one of the most inconsistent teams in Major League Baseball this season, and they may elect to sell ahead of the trade deadline.

Cubs warned to steer clear of trade for one specific All-Star pitcher

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for first cycle of 2026 season

Yankees could trade for All-Star catcher amid Austin Wells concerns

Three potential landing spots for Giants' Luis Arraez

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

Edward Cabrera News / Field Level Media / June 16

Cubs' Edward Cabrera exits early vs. Rockies due to hand cramp

Chicago Cubs starter Edwin Cabrera left Tuesday's home game against the Colorado Rockies in the fifth inning with what the team called a cramp in his right hand.

Dansby Swanson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 16

Why Cubs are not giving up on Dansby Swanson despite his miserable season

The Chicago Cubs have endured a challenging season. One player who has especially struggled is shortstop Dansby Swanson. While Swanson is still more than capable of making a significant impact from an offensive standpoint, the 32-year-old is currently hitting just .176/.280/.308 across 69 games played so far.

Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16

Cubs Place Daniel Palencia On IL With Elbow Inflammation

The Cubs have placed closer Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. Right-hander Gavin Hollowell has been recalled to take his place on the roster.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16

Pete Crow-Armstrong spoiled his own cycle with boneheaded mistake

Pete Crow-Armstrong went from hitting for the cycle to walking back to the dugout in shame in a matter of seconds. The Chicago Cubs center fielder needed just a single to complete the cycle against the Colorado Rockies when he came up to the plate to lead off the bottom of the 7th inning Monday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill.