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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 12 
In 2024, Javier Assad ascended from swingman to the Cub rotation and made 29 starts in a very effective season. Between injuries and other options emerging in 2025 he was an afterthought.
Nico Hoerner News / Cubs Insider / April 9
Nico Hoerner Assumes Full-Time Leadoff Role, Bolsters MVP Case with Leadoff Homer
It’s always nice to see when our collective manifesting — which might be a euphemism for whining — spurs the Cubs to take action, like trading for Kyle Tucker and Edward Cabrera.
Nico Hoerner News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 9
Cubs 6, Rays 2: Nico Hoerner’s three hits and first homer lead the way
Last year, even while Nico Hoerner was having a very good offensive season, he did not hit his first home run until June 24 — the Cubs’ 79th game, and his 75th game of the year.
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 9
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Hoerner, Horton, Rea
Hey Moon Man! That was hella funny. The Cubs played the rubber game against the Rays, hoping to help themselves to the meatloaf. Everyone (except Injured List residents) was in the best shape of their lives, tanned, rested, ready, with the redoubtable Seiya Suzuki due to return for Friday’s home game.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 8
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Pelicans stay perfect with 14-9 win over Columbia
Right-hander Dawson Netz was promoted from South Bend to Knoxville. He hadn’t yet pitched for South Bend this year and pitched for both teams last season.
Nico Hoerner News / Field Level Media / April 8
Nico Hoerner's big night helps Cub clinch series vs. Rays
Nico Hoerner homered to highlight his three-hit performance and Michael Conforto drove in a pair, fueling the visiting Chicago Cubs to a 6-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday.
Ian Happ News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 8
Cubs’ Ian Happ receives crucial injury update
The Chicago Cubs are playing the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday night. Ian Happ is dealing with a heel injury, however. Taylor McGregor shared an update on Happ’s status ahead of Wednesday’s contest.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 8
Craig Counsell Announces Ian Happ News After Removal From Cubs Lineup
The Chicago Cubs have plenty of reliable contributors on one of the most impressive lineups in MLB, and Ian Happ remains one of the most consistent players on the roster.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 8
Is uniform No. 22 for the Cubs jinxed?
Before you jump all over me for even thinking this, please know that this article is tongue in cheek. Mostly. Cade Horton is now the latest in a long sequence of Cubs players to wear No.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / April 8
Cubs GM Reveals Next Steps to Address Injury Woes
The Chicago Cubs have stumbled out of the gates in a discouraging fashion during the early weeks of the 2026 Major League Baseball season. Positioned at the very bottom of the National League Central standings, the team is grappling with both on-field struggles and significant roster challenges that threaten to linger.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Cade Horton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 8
What's Next for Cubs Following Devastating Cade Horton Injury
The Chicago Cubs received an absolutely crushing blow to their pitching staff on Tuesday with it becoming official that young right-hander Cade Horton will miss the rest of the year after elbow surgery.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 8
Pitching-strapped Cubs turn to Colin Rea to start against Rays
The Chicago Cubs are dealing with pitching injuries they've been handed this week, losing starters Matthew Boyd and Cade Horton. Boyd is dealing with a left biceps strain that led to the team placing him on the 15-day injured list on Monday.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Cubs Insider / April 8
Watch: Pete Crow-Armstrong Autograph Moves Young Fan to Tears
As evidenced by the crowd’s reaction, the Cubs clearly have a lot of fans down in Tampa for their series against the Rays. One of them was a kid holding a Pete Crow-Armstrong sign reading “WHITE BOY GOT MOTION,” which is a play on a popular social media meme used to show mock surprise when a non-melanated athlete shows impressive moves.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 8
Craig Counsell Reacts After Javier Assad’s Impressive Spot-Start for Cubs
After series losses to the Nationals and Guardians to begin the year, the Chicago Cubs were in need of a victory Tuesday night after losing the opener to the Tampa Bay Rays.
MLB News / CBSSports.com / April 8
MLB trends: Edward Cabrera's new repertoire, Oneil Cruz's new skill against lefties and an early ABS winner
After just two weeks, let's check in around the league
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 7
Cubs’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season
The Chicago Cubs have high hopes this season of challenging the Los Angeles Dodgers for National League superiority this season. The Cubs believe they have more than enough strength up and down the lineup and the arms on the pitching staff to take first place in the National League Central away from the Milwaukee Brewers.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / April 7
Cubs Make Intriguing Signing After Brutal Injury News
The Chicago Cubs will take the field on Tuesday evening in Florida against the Tampa Bay Rays, facing off in the second contest of their current three-game series.
Cade Horton News / Yardbarker / April 7
Cubs dealt a significant blow with Cade Horton injury update
Unfortunately for team and player, the worst-case scenario was confirmed Tuesday afternoon.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / April 7
Chicago Cubs Down on the Farm: An Early Look at Who’s Producing in the Minors
The Chicago Cubs have plenty of young talent in the minor leagues. Whether it’s Jaxon Wiggins or Kevin Alcantara, fans are always hearing about how talented their farm system is.
Matt Boyd News / ChiCitySports / April 7
Should tough luck Chicago Cubs brace for more bad news regarding Matthew Boyd?
The Chicago Cubs have been getting slammed with bad news these last few days. On Monday, it was announced that de facto ace Matthew Boyd was being placed on the 15-day IL with a left biceps strain.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / April 6
Injury bug has taken over Cubs' starting rotation
Less than 10 games into the season, and the Cubs are without their Nos. 1 and 2 starters in the 2026 rotation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 6
Red Sox still haunted by Rafael Devers trade
The team is haunted by how it has handled the decision to move on from Devers.
Seiya Suzuki News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 5
Cubs Aiming To Activate Seiya Suzuki On April 10
Seiya Suzuki is three games into a minor league rehab stint with Double-A Knoxville, and his return to the Cubs’ lineup is now on the horizon. As manager Craig Counsell told MLB.com’s Jordan Bastian and other reporters today, the plan is for Suzuki to be activated from the 10-day injured list before Friday’s game with the Pirates.
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