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On 5-game win streak, Cubs aim to add to Phillies' woes

On 5-game win streak, Cubs aim to add to Phillies' woes

A five-game winning streak wasn't enough to lift the Chicago Cubs out of last place in a tightly packed National League Central. But the Cubs will get another chance to torment another NL East team on Monday night, when they continue a homestand against the Philadelphia Phillies in the opener of a four-game series.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 20

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 21

There were no guarantees based on sequencing, but the Mets drew an awfully short stick for extra innings. You know, just how things go when your team is tailspinning.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 19

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Pelicans topple Cannon Ballers, 7-3

A no-hitter in South Bend. No, not the good kind. The Iowa Cubs ran aground against the Columbus Clippers (Guardians), 12-8. Starter Connor Noland got blitzed early today.

Chicago Cubs News / ESPN / April 19

Mets' skid hits 11 as Cubs rally in 9th, win in 10th

Nico Hoerner hit a sacrifice fly off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning as the Cubs extended the Mets' losing streak to 11 games by rallying for a 2-1 victory.

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The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 19
Cubs walk-off skidding Mets in low scoring affair

Cubs walk-off skidding Mets in low scoring affair

Nico Hoerner lofted the walk-off sacrifice fly Sunday afternoon for the Chicago Cubs, who completed a three-game sweep of the reeling New York Mets with a 2-1 win.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 19
Phillies decide Taijuan Walker's fate ahead of Cubs series

Phillies decide Taijuan Walker's fate ahead of Cubs series

The Philadelphia Phillies have a problem in their starting rotation.

Phillies 'got to keep fighting' as Braves on verge of sweep
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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 19
Chicago Cubs can believe in this early 2026 development

Chicago Cubs can believe in this early 2026 development

The Chicago Cubs have been struggling out of the gates this season, but have begun to turn things around. They have been dealing with some injuries, but there are things the team can believe in after 20 games.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 19
The Cubs Shouldn't Be Concerned About Alex Bregman's Slow Start

The Cubs Shouldn't Be Concerned About Alex Bregman's Slow Start

The Chicago Cubs made a serious win-now move during the offseason, signing third baseman Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million contract. This signing was meant to show the National League that the Cubs are ready to compete for a championship.

Moises Ballesteros News / ChiCitySports / April 19
Chicago Cubs: Moises Ballesteros is hitting .500 in April, ROY chatter has begun

Chicago Cubs: Moises Ballesteros is hitting .500 in April, ROY chatter has begun

The Chicago Cubs always had faith in Moises Ballesteros. From the first moment their scouts saw him, they felt that the kid was something special with the bat.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 19
Chicago Cubs: Answer to rotation questions may already be on staff

Chicago Cubs: Answer to rotation questions may already be on staff

The Chicago Cubs are facing a major starting pitching dilemma, not just for the rest of the 2026 season, but also for next year and beyond. This season, the issues are pretty obvious.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 19

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 20

Jameson Taillon did not look sharp early and then said as much during his postgame interview. But he got better as his start wore on. Just under half of Jameson’s starts as a Cub have been quality starts.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 19
Cubs’ outfielder on 2026 Opening Day roster rejoins organization after release

Cubs’ outfielder on 2026 Opening Day roster rejoins organization after release

Breaking camp on the Chicago Cubs Opening Day roster was outfielder Dylan Carlson. A PCL sprain to Seiya Suzuki opened up the opportunity for Carlson, but upon Suzuki’s return he was designated for assignment.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 19

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Palencia, Horton, Senga, Ballesteros, Hoerner

Michael Cerami (Bleacher Nation): With Palencia Hurt, Cubs Go Digging Through Their Reclamation Bin. “The injuries vary in severity, with Palencia on the lighter side, but the overall health of the pitching staff is in shambles.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 18

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Pelicans blast past Cannon Ballers

Outfielder Dylan Carlson has re-signed with the Cubs and was assigned to Triple-A Iowa. The Iowa Cubs scuttled the Columbus Clippers (Guardians), 7-6. Jordan Wicks made a rehab start for Iowa today and got some good results.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18
How Cubs’ Carson Kelly made Craig Counsell look like a genius vs. Mets

How Cubs’ Carson Kelly made Craig Counsell look like a genius vs. Mets

As the Chicago Cubs are looking to turn around the 2026 season on a positive note after the injuries to their pitching staff throughout the beginning, the 4-2 win over the New York Mets is a good start, as the team has now won four straight.

Daniel Palencia News / Field Level Media / April 18
Cubs fill out bullpen after RHP Daniel Palencia moved to IL

Cubs fill out bullpen after RHP Daniel Palencia moved to IL

The Chicago Cubs selected the contract of right-hander Corbin Martin on Saturday to fill out the bullpen after right-hander Daniel Palencia went on the injured list Friday.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 18
Moisés Ballesteros Is Forcing His Name Into the Cubs Lineup

Moisés Ballesteros Is Forcing His Name Into the Cubs Lineup

After a slow start, the Chicago Cubs’ offense has begun to find its rhythm. There are multiple guys in the lineup that have contributed early, though you could argue none have been more impressive than Moisés Ballesteros.

Corbin Martin News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 18
Cubs Select Corbin Martin’s Contract

Cubs Select Corbin Martin’s Contract

11:39PM: The Cubs officially announced Martin’s selection and Horton’s move to the 60-day IL. 11:04AM: The Cubs will select the contract of right-hander

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 17
Mets' losing streak could already be sinking their season

Mets' losing streak could already be sinking their season

The New York Mets are a mess right now, and things went from bad to worse on Friday in a 12-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Not only did starting pitcher Kodai Senga get rocked by the Cubs, but the loss also extended the Mets' current losing streak to nine consecutive games. 

Aaron Boone blasts 'overly sensitive' umps following ejection
Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker's first-inning woes continue vs. Braves
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Parker Messick has quickly become the Guardians ace
Braves announce major Spencer Strider injury update
Watch: Benches clear after the final out of Reds-Giants game
Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 17
Cubs Place Daniel Palencia On IL With Oblique Strain

Cubs Place Daniel Palencia On IL With Oblique Strain

The Cubs announced that right-hander Daniel Palencia has been placed on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to April 14th, with a left oblique strain.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 17
Craig Counsell shares Cade Horton’s expected injury timeline after elbow surgery

Craig Counsell shares Cade Horton’s expected injury timeline after elbow surgery

The Chicago Cubs are dealing with plenty of blows to their pitching staff. Among them is right-handed starter Cade Horton, who will be out for the rest of the season to undergo elbow surgery.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 15
Porter Hodge To Undergo UCL Surgery

Porter Hodge To Undergo UCL Surgery

Cubs right-hander Porter Hodge will undergo surgery on the ulnar collateral ligament in his throwing elbow, reports Taylor McGregor of the Marquee Sports Network.

Dylan Carlson News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Cubs Player Leaves Organization for MLB Free Agency

Cubs Player Leaves Organization for MLB Free Agency

Chicago Cubs outfielder Dylan Carlson is heading to free agency after clearing waivers, the team announced Wednesday. Carlson had recently joined the Cubs organization during the offseason.

Lucas Giolito News / Yardbarker / April 14
Cubs, Padres reportedly interested in former All-Star Lucas Giolito

Cubs, Padres reportedly interested in former All-Star Lucas Giolito

Giolito may be the best starting pitcher remaining in free agency. He may find a home for the 2026 season soon.

Paul Skenes reaches career milestone at historic pace
Aaron Judge offers high praise of Mike Trout following slugfest at Yankee Stadium
David Peterson gets honest on Mets' early-season struggles
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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / April 14
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Announces Career News Amid MLB Season

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Announces Career News Amid MLB Season

Pete Crow-Armstrong is looking to help the Chicago Cubs return to the MLB playoffs for a second straight year in 2026, but the start of his season has not gone as planned.

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