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Michael Conforto News / Field Level Media / July 22
With Michael Conforto waiting, Cubs vie to take rubber game from Tigers
The Chicago Cubs have been getting instant offense off the bench from Michael Conforto, who hit his MLB-leading fourth pinch-hit home run of the season in an 11-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.
Chicago Cubs News / HITC / July 22
WAR stats show exactly where Chicago Cubs need to strengthen on trade deadline
The Chicago Cubs haven’t had the best season so far, and their WAR numbers show what exactly they need to get better at. The Cubs currently sit second in the National League Central Division with a 57-44 record.
The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with at least five 20-home run seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?
MLB News / ChiCitySports / July 22
MLB Trade Rumors: Chicago Cubs connected to a pair of Detroit Tigers pitchers?
There is a clear need for the Chicago Cubs ahead of the early August MLB trade deadline — pitching. The Cubs could use help with both the starting pitching as well as the relief pitching.
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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / July 22
Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong News: Unmatched 5-star catch pace and increasing MVP odds
Chicago Cubs rising star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is picking right up where he left off prior to the All-Star break. Over the first five games of the “second half”, he has reached base eight times over five games, which includes a three walk performance last night against the Detroit Tigers as well as hitting his 21st home run of the season.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 22
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — July 22 
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Scott Sanderson, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1991, Ferguson Jenkins, Gaylord Perry, Rod Carew, Tony Lazzeri, and Bill Veeck, Jr are inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, and other stories as well.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 21
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Alex Ramírez homers twice in Smokies win
The Cubs have signed free agent outfielder Greg Jones and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa. LHP Josh Fleming was activated off the Development List and assigned to Iowa.
Michael Conforto News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21
Michael Conforto makes 21st-century Cubs history with home run vs. Tigers
The Chicago Cubs are putting on a show against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, leading 9-0 entering the seventh inning. Helping lead their cause was outfielder Michael Conforto.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / July 21
Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman predicted to be team’s 2nd-half All-Star
When the 2025 MLB season ended, the Chicago Cubs were left with a difficult decision. Knowing that they were not going to be able afford (or rather, choose not to afford) Kyle Tucker, Chicago needed to find a player who could replace his offensive output.
Kevin Alcantara News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 21
Cubs vs. Tigers Lineup: Alcantara Takes the Field, A Change at Clean Up, More
The Chicago Cubs need to come in with a chip on their shoulder. After Jameson Taillon picked up where he left off and got the Cubs in a quick 4-0 hole, they did an impressive job of working their way back into the game.
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 / Viral Sports News / July 21
Cubs’ Latest Trade Target is Incredibly Unique for One Reason
As the 2026 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Chicago Cubs have been prominently linked to Los Angeles Angels left-hander Reid Detmers, a pitcher whose ability to rack up strikeouts has made him one of the most intriguing names on the market.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 21
Chicago Cubs slugger ranked among ESPN’s top trade deadline candidates
The Chicago Cubs are in crisis mode when it comes to pitching. Monday’s 8-6 loss to the Detroit Tigers at Wrigley Field further spotlighted that reality.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 21
Chicago Cubs predicted to make 'obvious' trade ahead of 2026 MLB trade deadline
One could say that the Chicago Cubs need for pitching is one of the worst kept secrets in baseball, but then again, it really is no secret. It has not been a secret since even before the season began.
Jameson Taillon News / ChiCitySports / July 21
Chicago Cubs are stuck with 'totally unacceptable' Jameson Taillon
The Chicago Cubs almost ended up winning a game Monday night they were set up to lose from the first inning. Unfortunately, a brutal two innings of poor execution at the end of the game allowed the Detroit Tigers to take back the momentum and close the show with an 8-6 win in ten innings at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21
Cubs rumors: ‘Creative’ trade strategy to fix pitching woes could lead to bombshell deadline deal
With the MLB Trade Deadline approaching on August 3, the Chicago Cubs are in real need of pitching. A combination of injuries and surrendering too many home runs has left them in need of looking at the trade market.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 21
2 top Cubs prospects on trade watch at 2026 deadline
The Chicago Cubs enter the 2026 trade deadline in position to be buyers, and if the front office decides to add starting pitching, two names inside the farm system stand out as the most logical trade chips.
Chicago Cubs News / The Spun / July 21
Chicago Police Respond to Fan Being Slapped During National Anthem Confrontation
Chicago Police are aware of the slap that occurred during the national anthem at a recent Cubs game at Wrigley Field. A viral video shows an older Cubs fan slapping a younger fan for not standing up during the playing of the U.S.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / July 21
The Cubs Need a Closer for Their March To the Playoffs
No team makes it through a season without pitching injuries, but few contenders have been tested quite like the Chicago Cubs have. As it currently stands, they have seven bullpen arms that are on the injured list.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21
Police respond to video of Cubs fan getting slapped for not standing during national anthem
Police are issuing a response this week to the viral video of a Chicago Cubs fan getting slapped during the national anthem. A video clip made the rounds
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 19
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.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 19
Cubs rack up 10 runs in first four innings to smother Twins
Nico Hoerner went 2-for-5 with a triple and four RBIs, and the Chicago Cubs cruised to a 10-1 win over the visiting Minnesota Twins on Sunday afternoon.
Aaron Civale News / Yardbarker / July 18
Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff
The Chicago Cubs keep hoping to catch lightning in a bottle as they look to supplement a battered pitching staff. That quest to find something resembling a competent major league arm continued on Saturday.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / July 18
Matthew Boyd, Nico Hoerner lead Cubs past Twins
Matthew Boyd threw six quality innings and Nico Hoerner delivered the fifth four-hit game of his career on Saturday afternoon, helping the Chicago Cubs earn a 6-2 victory over the visiting Minnesota Twins.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / July 18
Chicago Cubs Agree to Sign 260-Pound Power Hitter
The Chicago Cubs made a noteworthy move on Saturday as they continued their series against the Minnesota Twins at Wrigley Field. While the team was focused on the on-field action following a tough 5-2 loss the night before, front office news broke that added some excitement to the weekend.
Aaron Bummer News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17
Aaron Bummer Opts Out Of Cubs Deal
Veteran left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer opted out of his minor league contract with the Cubs and is now a free agent, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.
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