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Look of the Day for 5/24: Starters give F5 bet its value

Jrue Holiday flew over his assist prop on Thursday night to cash our Look of the Day in no-sweat fashion. Let's switch over to the diamond on Friday and go for back-to-back winners to close out the week.

Ascending Cardinals take aim at Shota Imanaga, Cubs

MLB strikeout props for 5/24: Miles is the way to go

Two unexpected hitters leading charge during Cardinals' recent hot streak

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Something the Cubs Have Quietly Been Able to Pull Off with Respect to Shota Imanaga

Everything is working right now for Shota Imanaga, so hopefully the Cubs can keep up his rest schedule.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / 42 minutes ago

Join us at Ranterfest next weekend!

Come hang out with some of your favorite Cubs bloggers, podcasters and fans Come celebrate your Cubs fandom and the Son Ranto Show’s 1,000th episode at - RanterFest!

Ian Happ News / Bleacher Nation / 1 hour ago

Did You See the Cubs Troll Atlanta When Ian Happ Made “History” on Thursday?

The Cubs had some fun at the expense of the Braves on Thursday.

Nico Hoerner News / Bleacher Nation / 45 minutes ago

Nico Hoerner Says Smart Things

Nico Hoerner talks about the offense, and the fans.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 53 minutes ago

Cubs vs. Cardinals Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats & Best Bets – Friday, May 24, 2024

The St. Louis Cardinals (23-26) will vie for their fourth straight victory when they host the Chicago Cubs (27-24) on Friday at 8:15 PM ET on MARQ. The Cubs are listed as -144 favorites to stop the streak, while the Cardinals are +122 underdogs to keep their momentum.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / 51 minutes ago

2024 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 51

The Cubs offense sputters in a 3-0 loss. The Cubs starting pitching can more or less hang with the Braves. We’ve learned that over six games against them.

Shota Imanaga News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago

Ascending Cardinals take aim at Shota Imanaga, Cubs

The resurgent St. Louis Cardinals have climbed out of the National League Central cellar by winning eight of their last 10 games. But they face a daunting challenge Friday night in the opener of their three-game series against the visiting Chicago Cubs in the form of rookie sensation Shota Imanaga (5-0, 0.84 ERA).

Shota Imanaga News / Sporting News / 5 hours ago

MLB ERA leaders: How Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga is in line for historic rookie season

No pitcher in the modern has posted a lower ERA through the first nine starts of a season than Imanaga.

MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / 5 hours ago

Cubs Bats Go Ice Cold, Braves Take Thursday's Game 3-0 and Capture Series

After a win in the first game of the series on Tuesday and a poor loss on Wednesday, the Chicago Cubs needed a win on Thursday in order to secure their first series win since Mother's Day weekend.

Nick Dean News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / 2 hours ago

Minor League Wrap: Nick Dean dazzles in his South Bend debut as Cubs beat Wisconsin, 4-3

Some very good pitching in the bottom three full-season affiliates brings two wins. Great offense in Iowa can’t make up for poor pitching. The Cubs are saying that Iowa outfielder Brennen Davis is “day-to-day.” They aren’t saying with what.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / 37 minutes ago

Comments from breakout Cubs ace should scare opponents

Comments from breakout Cubs ace should scare opposing hitters

Chicago Cubs rookie starter Shota Imanaga has been crushing it this season and hasn't even shown everything yet.

Cubs moving veteran RHP to bullpen

What Nico Hoerner's walk-off vs. Braves meant to Cubs

Key Cubs reliever shut down at least another two weeks

One player from every MLB team who deserves more love

The 'MLB Rookies of the Year' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / 3 hours ago

Braves 3, Cubs 0: You can’t win if you don’t score, redux

The Cubs offense has nearly completely vanished. The Cubs lost 3-0 to the Braves on a beautiful Thursday afternoon at Wrigley Field, and yes I know you

Kyle Hendricks News / Viral Sports News / 1 hour ago

Chicago Cubs Kyle Hendricks Speaks on Move to Bullpen

The Chicago Cubs made a major change with their pitching staff this week. The longest-tenured player on their team, starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks, is being removed from the rotation and placed in the bullpen.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / 2 hours ago

Did Craig Counsell Make Right Call With Justin Steele in 7th on Wednesday?

The Chicago Cubs fell to the Atlanta Braves 9-2 on Wednesday night. However, it was a huge offensive outburst in the seventh inning that allowed the score to look so lopsided.

Adbert Alzolay News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Key Cubs reliever shut down at least another two weeks

Cubs righty Adbert Alzolay has been on the injured list since May 13 due to a flexor strain, and it seems a return in the near future isn’t likely.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / 10 minutes ago

What Nico Hoerner's walk-off vs. Braves meant to Cubs

During Tuesday's home game against the Atlanta Braves, the Chicago Cubs were in desperate need of a victory.

Cubs top Braves in 10 on Nico Hoerner's infield hit

Cubs decide to demote former MLB ERA leader

Ranking the five best MLB free-agent signings of offseason

One player from every MLB team that deserves more love

The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz

Brennen Davis News / Last Word On Sports / May 22

Former Chicago Cubs Top Prospect Brennen Davis Is Obliterating Triple-A Pitching

There was a time when outfielder Brennen Davis was the Chicago Cubs top prospect in their farm system. This was before injuries derailed his progress and muddied the waters of his future.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 7 hours ago

Cubs top Braves in 10 on Nico Hoerner's infield hit

Nico Hoerner's infield single drove home the winning run with one out in the 10th inning to give the Chicago Cubs a 4-3 win over the visiting Atlanta Braves on Tuesday.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / 1 hour ago

Cubs decide to demote former MLB ERA leader

The Chicago Cubs are making a tough decision with one of their veteran pitchers.

Cubs' Javier Assad aims for repeat performance vs. Braves

Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?

The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ClutchPoints / May 21

4 Cubs players fans are already fed up with in 2024 season

Despite fading down the stretch last season, the Chicago Cubs look to establish themselves as a true National League contender in 2024. The core of the 2023 squad is still together, with the additions of manager Craig Counsell and Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga — a budding star — to offset the loss of right-hander Marcus Stroman.

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / May 21

Cubs Activate Shortstop All-Star from the Injured List

Per a team announcement, the Chicago Cubs activated shortstop Dansby Swanson from the injured list on Tuesday. Swanson landed on the injured list on May 10 with a right knee sprain but will return as the Cubs start a series against the Atlanta Braves, his former team.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 21