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MLB News / Viral Sports News / August 21
Chicago Cubs Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Chicago Cubs adjusted their roster on Friday just hours before opening a three-game set against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. The club designated second baseman Owen Miller for assignment, bringing a swift end to his time in the organization after a short stay on the major-league roster.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 21
Cubs roster moves: Daniel Palencia activated from IL, Gabriel Arias added 
Daniel Palencia had a good year as Cubs closer in 2025 despite some injury issues. He had more time on the IL this year, first with an oblique strain and then a flexor injury.
Owen Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21
Cubs Designate Owen Miller For Assignment
The Cubs announced they’ve designated infielder Owen Miller for assignment and optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa. Those are the corresponding moves to reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list and activate infielder Gabriel Arias, who was recently claimed off waivers from the Mets.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Seiya Suzuki News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 21
The Short Porch is taking a closer look at Seiya Suzuki
It’s been a baseball season to remember in Chicago. The Cubs and White Sox are both playing excellent baseball and if the playoffs started tomorrow they’d both be in the field.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 21
Chicago Cubs prospect named most likely September callup
The Chicago Cubs have some big roster decisions to make after the end of this season. Chief among them are the decisions on whether to re-sign several players who will be eligible for free agency at the conclusion of the baseball year.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 21
Chicago Cubs farm system trashed, ranked bottom of the barrel
The Chicago Cubs farm system is in a bad place right now, at least according to just about every analyst. According to MLB Pipeline, the organization is ranked no.
Matt Boyd News / Field Level Media / August 21
After getting rocked in his last start, Cubs' Matthew Boyd set to face M's
If not for St. Louis Cardinals slugger Joshua Baez, Matthew Boyd would be having a heckuva second half of the season. The Chicago Cubs veteran left-hander is scheduled to start in his home state Friday night in the opener of a three-game interleague series against the host Seattle Mariners.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / August 21
Pete Crow-Armstrong trading cards trending upwards with MVP run
Chicago Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong is in the middle of a historic season and is the current MVP favorite in the National League. Crow-Armstrong has been on a tear as of late as the Cubs look to catch the Milwaukee Brewers.
Kade Anderson News / ChiCitySports / August 21
The Cubs unlucky trend with top prospect call-ups to continue this weekend with Kade Anderson next
The Chicago Cubs have been on the wrong end of several top MLB prospect call-ups this season, and that unfortunate trend is set to continue this weekend.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / August 20
Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman suddenly declared a top-10 hitter in MLB after torrid stretch
Before the 2026 MLB season, the Chicago Cubs made the decision to sign free agent third baseman Alex Bregman to a five-year $175 million contract. With such a large salary, the team hoped that he would be an immediate force in the middle of their lineup.
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 / ChiCitySports / August 20
Chicago Cubs biggest question for remainder of 2026 season revealed by team insider
The Chicago Cubs have a 98.6% chance to make the MLB Playoffs. In other words, the only realistic way in which they do not appear in the postseason is if they go on an all time run of futility and collapse.
Alex Bregman News / Just Baseball / August 20
How Alex Bregman Turned His First Cubs Season Around
Earlier this year, the Chicago Cubs signed Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million contract. They envisioned his production on both sides of the ball, along with his leadership, helping fuel multiple postseason runs.
Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20
Cubs To Activate Daniel Palencia
The Cubs will reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list before Friday’s series opener in Seattle, reports Meghan Montemurro of The Chicago Tribune.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 19
Javier Assad's role versatility has been invaluable for the Cubs
The Chicago Cubs are loaded with starting pitching depth at both the major league level and at Triple-A Iowa. The surplus of depth has led to frequent roster moves and role changes that have often affected no one player more than right-hander Javier Assad.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong follows walk-off blast with historic lead-off HR
Not even a full 24 hours after playing the role of hero for one side of Chicago and making history, Pete Crow-Armstrong was back at it again.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Longtime Orioles player Trey Mancini retires after inspirational MLB career
Mancini has officially announced his retirement from MLB following his comeback with the Los Angeles Angels this season.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18
Watch: Fans throw punches in wild brawl during Cubs-White Sox game
Monday’s game between the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill., had it all — including fans going full Royal Rumble in the stands.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes MLB history while achieving 30/30 season
Monday night was special for Crow-Armstrong for many reasons.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR
The Chicago Cubs have a bona fide superstar on their roster in the form of center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
Cubs get unfortunate injury blow amid playoff race
The Chicago Cubs entered Monday with a 72-53 record, which has them atop the National League Wild Card race. However, there are still six weeks left to play, and the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres are both tied with identical 67-58 records entering Monday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 17
Cubs make flurry of roster moves ahead of Crosstown Series
The Chicago Cubs have made a plethora of roster moves ahead of their three-game series against the crosstown rival Chicago White Sox.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 17
Edward Cabrera's future in Cubs rotation appears to be in jeopardy
Cabrera returned to the rotation Sunday after missing nearly two months, but his turn in the rotation may have been a one-and-done.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 16
Cubs dealt major blow as Dansby Swanson hits injured list
Swanson exited Sunday's game after an awkward swing and the worst-case scenario has now come to fruition.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 16
Cubs make Javier Assad, David Peterson decisions with return of Edward Cabrera
The Chicago Cubs are slowly but surely getting pitching reinforcements to what has already been an excellent staff over the last month.
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