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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 21
Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero vs. the Blue Jays 
I just can’t keep saying it happens. It happens that a team that played in the World Series last year finds some pride and comes off the mat for an 8-6 win after a 5-0 deficit.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 21
Chicago Cubs news — Kelly, Brown, Dean
Today’s Reflections When I included a link to a background story about Justin Dean in Saturday’s Cub Tracks, I never expected that he would be in the headline of today’s column.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / HITC / June 21
Where Pete Crow-Armstrong ranks among hitters since becoming Chicago Cubs leadoff
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s move to the top of the Cubs lineup has become one of the most impactful individual storylines of the MLB season. This is no longer just a minor adjustment.
The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 20
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Matthew Boyd rehabs in South Bend
The Cubs made a trade, sending first baseman Cameron Sisneros to the Astros for right-handed pitcher Jayden Murray. Murray, 29, has been very good for Triple-A Sugar Land, going 0-1 with six saves and a 1.17 ERA over 15.1 innings.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 20
Chicago Cubs pull off trade with Astros: Report
The Chicago Cubs bullpen was a disaster on Saturday, allowing eight runs to the Toronto Blue Jays in the seventh and eighth innings. The Blue Jays went on to beat the Cubs 8-6 in front of 40,706 fans at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 20
Chicago Cubs pitcher irate after loss to Blue Jays
The Chicago Cubs can’t find consistency, and a pitcher voiced his frustration after a dismal collapse agains the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday. The Cubs started their three-game series against the defending American League champs with a 16-2 win on Friday.
Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 20
Blue Jays 8, Cubs 6: A complete bullpen meltdown ruins a good Colin Rea start
Here is where the decisions of the Cubs front office come home to the proverbial roost. While other teams crank out seemingly endless supplies of relievers who throw 98+, the Cubs sign retread guys to multi-year contracts.
Seiya Suzuki News / ChiCitySports / June 20
Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki trade rumors have more layers than you think
The Chicago Cubs were one of the best teams in baseball over the first month and change of the 2026 MLB campaign, boasting a 27-12 record and a pair of 10-game winning streaks.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 20
Pete Crow-Armstrong has found a home at top of Cubs lineup
The top of the Chicago Cubs lineup is fitting center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong just fine.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Daniel Palencia News / ChiCitySports / June 20
Chicago Cubs offer injury update, timeline for Daniel Palencia
The Chicago Cubs now have a clearer idea of what’s going on with injured closer Daniel Palencia as well as a target time for his return. Per Jesse Rogers of ESPN: “Cubs closer Daniel Palencia had an MRI.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / June 20
Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong’s June is ATG-level, per stats company
The Chicago Cubs lineup unloaded in a big way Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field against the Toronto Blue Jays. Their 16-2 thrashing of last season’s American League champs offered great hope that the team was finally coming out of its offensive doldrums.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / June 20
Chicago Cubs Notebook: Kelly Drives in Six, Ballesteros Optioned, & More
The Chicago Cubs improved to 40-36 on the season following a dominant home victory on Friday. The last 24 hours featured a historic offensive explosion at Wrigley Field.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 20
Surging Cubs shoot to roll another 7 in clash vs. Blue Jays
Fresh off recording their second seven-run inning in as many games, the Chicago Cubs will vie to win their third series in a row on Saturday afternoon when they host the Toronto Blue Jays.
Carson Kelly News / Field Level Media / June 19
Carson Kelly crashes grand slam as Cubs thrash Blue Jays
Carson Kelly belted his second career grand slam to highlight his six-RBI performance, fueling the host Chicago Cubs to a 16-2 romp over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday afternoon.
Doug Nikhazy News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19
Cubs Outright Doug Nikhazy
Left-hander Doug Nikhazy went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment by the Cubs, per the transaction log at MLB.com. He’s been assigned outright to Triple-A Iowa.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / June 19
Cubs Pull Off Surprise Roster Shakeup With Young Standout
The Chicago Cubs experienced a notable development during their off-day on Thursday, as the organization made a surprising roster decision involving one of their brightest young talents.
Justin Dean News / On Tap Sports Net / June 19
Roster Move: Get To Know Newest Chicago Cub, Justin Dean
On Friday, the Chicago Cubs optioned Mosies Ballesteros back to Triple-A Iowa. In a corresponding move, they selected the contract of outfielder Justin Dean.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19
Cubs To Option Moisés Ballesteros
The Cubs will option catcher/designated hitter Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa today, as first indicated on the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation reports that outfielder Justin Dean will be recalled in his place.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / June 19
Cubs Option Top Prospect Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa for Reset
The Chicago Cubs have optioned top catching and designated hitter prospect Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday, June 18, to give the 22-year-old more consistent playing time and a chance to work on mechanical issues.
Moises Ballesteros News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Cubs Demote Top Prospect in Surprise Roster Move
It was an eventful off-day for the Chicago Cubs as a surprise demotion of a top prospect made headlines in the Windy City. According to the team's transaction report, the Cubs demoted top prospect Moises Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Cubs Determined to Address Clear Weakness Before Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has not been at full strength all season. They have a handful of players currently on the injured list, including Matthew Boyd, Justin Steele, Jameson Taillon and Cade Horton.
Matt Boyd News / Just Baseball / June 18
Can Matthew Boyd Save the Cubs’ Rotation?
Entering the 2026 season, confidence was generally high in the Chicago Cubs‘ starting rotation. They had a mix of young arms coming off strong seasons and veterans who’ve been steady forces for years.
Seiya Suzuki News / Yardbarker / June 17
Yankees highlight list of potential Seiya Suzuki trade landing spots
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the most inconsistent teams in Major League Baseball this season, and they may elect to sell ahead of the trade deadline.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16
Pete Crow-Armstrong spoiled his own cycle with boneheaded mistake
Pete Crow-Armstrong went from hitting for the cycle to walking back to the dugout in shame in a matter of seconds. The Chicago Cubs center fielder needed just a single to complete the cycle against the Colorado Rockies when he came up to the plate to lead off the bottom of the 7th inning Monday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for first cycle of 2026 season
Not many hitters were hotter than Chicago Cubs superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong at the plate entering Monday.
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