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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 5
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cubs outslug Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers
Pete Crow-Armstrong lashed two homers and a double to outduel Shohei Ohtani and help the Chicago Cubs complete a three-game sweep of the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers with a 7-6 win on Wednesday afternoon.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Kevin Gausman News / ChiCitySports / August 5
Chicago Cubs: Kevin Gausman reveals wife’s surprising reaction to trade
The Chicago Cubs were one of the most active teams ahead of the MLB trade deadline. So far, the moves they made have sure paid off as they are on the verge of sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers.
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 / Yardbarker / August 5
Pete Crow-Armstrong's $115M contract already turning into a steal for Cubs
When the Chicago Cubs signed centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to a six-year, $115 million contract extension back in March, it looked like a boom-or-bust contract.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / August 5
Cubs Gear Up for World Series Push With Strong Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs were already one of the National League’s top teams entering the trade deadline. Their offense has been among the best in baseball, but injuries had left the pitching staff scrambling to stay afloat.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 5
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani, Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong make history together
"Anything you can do, I can do better." That might be what Pete Crow-Armstrong was thinking ahead of his leadoff home run in the bottom of the first inning of the Chicago Cubs' matchup with the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.
Kevin Gausman News / Field Level Media / August 5
Cubs activate RHP Kevin Gausman ahead of club debut
The Chicago Cubs activated right-hander Kevin Gausman in advance of his expected team debut Friday on the road against the Kansas City Royals. In a corresponding move, left-hander Antoine Kelly was optioned to Triple-A Iowa.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 5
Chicago Cubs: Hoerner and Swanson offensive rebirth started on the same date
The Chicago Cubs, on Tuesday, not only notched a victory over the back-to-back defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers, but they also did it with new Dodger Tarik Skubal on the mound.
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 / Athlon Sports / August 5
Cubs Make Roster Move Ahead of Dodgers Game
The Chicago Cubs activated right-hander Kevin Gausman to the 26-man roster Wednesday, opening a rotation spot ahead of the finale of a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 5
Kevin Gausman gets 100% real on trade, receives Cubs debut date
The Chicago Cubs finalized Kevin Gausman’s debut plan Wednesday after acquiring the veteran starter from the Toronto Blue Jays. The trade strengthens Chicago’s rotation, with Gausman scheduled to debut Friday against the Kansas City Royals.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 5
New Chicago Cubs pitcher strikes up World Series chatter
The Chicago Cubs bagged one of the top three or four starting pitchers on the trade deadline wish lists of fans and media when they acquired Clay Holmes from the New York Mets.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 5
Debut dates revealed for newly acquired Cubs pitchers
The Chicago Cubs made multiple big splashes ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline. When will some of those players make their debut?
Chicago Cubs News / Total Pro Sports / August 5
MLB All-Star Is Convinced That 'Babe Ruth Never Existed' — Explains Wild Conspiracy
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong just fueled a strange debate. He said he believes Babe Ruth never existed. Crow-Armstrong shared the claim on a podcast with Kristin Cavallari.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 5
Report reveals if Mets came close to signing Clay Holmes to extension before trade to Cubs
Over 52.2 innings of work this season, he posted a 2.39 ERA and a 1.101 WHIP before he suffered a fractured fibula in the middle of May.
Craig Counsell News / Viral Sports News / August 4
Cubs’ Craig Counsell Makes Roster Decision After Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs are adjusting how they use veteran outfielder Ian Happ following the MLB trade deadline, with manager Craig Counsell indicating the switch-hitter will face fewer left-handed pitchers going forward.
Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / August 5
Not even Tarik Skubal can snap the Dodgers' losing streak
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the Tarik Skubal trade-deadline sweepstakes, and the southpaw did not disappoint in his Dodgers debut. However, even Skubal couldn't keep the Dodgers from dropping their fifth consecutive game.
Ian Happ News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
Cubs making Ian Happ change after MLB trade deadline
The Chicago Cubs are making a change after making multiple moves ahead of Monday’s MLB trade deadline. Jesse Rogers of ESPN is reporting that outfielder Ian Happ — who is a switch hitter — will make less starts against left-handed pitching given his struggles from the right side of the plate.
Jake Woodford News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4
Cubs Designate Jake Woodford For Assignment
The Cubs announced that trade acquisitions Tyrone Taylor and Ryan Zeferjahn have been activated onto the roster. In corresponding moves, they have optioned outfielder Kevin Alcántara and designated right-hander Jake Woodford for assignment.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / August 4
The Cubs Finally Acted Like a Team Trying to Win — And That’s Why This Trade Deadline Was a Success
For years, one of the biggest criticisms of Jed Hoyer and the Chicago Cubs front office has been an unwillingness to part with prospects. Every trade deadline seemed to end with fans hearing about the importance of protecting the farm system, even when the major league roster had obvious holes that needed addressing.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4
Mark McGwire’s son has been traded in a deadline deal
Many of the prospects that change hands at the MLB trade deadline will be anonymous to casual fans. That will not be the case with one deal between the Chicago Cubs and Los Angeles Angels.
Ryan Zeferjahn News / Yardbarker / August 3
Angels' sell-off continues with Ryan Zeferjahn heading to Cubs
The Chicago Cubs front office headed into Monday knowing that upgrades to both the starting rotation and bullpen were needed.
Braxton Garrett News / Yardbarker / August 3
Cubs make another rotation addition with trade for Braxton Garrett
The Cubs are working on their rotation ahead of the trade deadline.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 2
Date for Tarik Skubal's Dodgers debut revealed
The Los Angeles Dodgers made the biggest move of the MLB trade deadline on Saturday night when they acquired Tarik Skubal from the Detroit Tigers.
Jameson Taillon News / Yardbarker / August 2
Blue Jays gamble that a change of scenery works for Jameson Taillon
The Toronto Blue Jays have not given up on a late run to the postseason. A possible change of scenery candidate could help that playoff push.
Carson Kelly News / Yardbarker / July 30
Cubs reportedly willing to trade catcher Carson Kelly in right deal
The Chicago Cubs are expected to be buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. However, they could still look to move on from a major league asset in the right deal.
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