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Cubs vs. Tigers Lineup: Conforto Starts, Old Reliable for the Series Finale, More

How badly did the Chicago Cubs beat the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday? Manager A.J. Hinch put a position player on the mound in the 7th inning. Yes, you read that right.

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Are Cubs Floating on Helium or Are They Another Hindenburg

It’s impossible to tell at this juncture whether these Cubs will realize their playoff aspirations or crash to the ground like a lead zeppelin. It’s hard

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 22

Chicago Cubs’ latest acquisition may spill beans on trade deadline plans

The Chicago Cubs are making their way to the August 3 MLB trade deadline with a lot of uncertainty swirling all about them. And as the winds of doubt pick up, the team has made a small acquisition that may give an indication of where the front office is headed.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 22

The Cubs are on pace to score more than 800 runs

The Cubs have played 101 games and have scored 519 runs. Just what does this have to do with MLB’s Trade Deadline, which comes up in just 12 days? Let’s look at some numbers from this season and then I’ll explain further.

Nolan Arenado News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB Playoff strikeout-leaders' quiz

Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / July 22

Chicago Cubs: Craig Counsell’s no-BS trade deadline imperative

The Chicago Cubs, by all sane expectations, shouldn’t have the fourth best record in all of baseball right now. In maybe any other world, they’d be somewhere near the middle of the pack, just somewhat in play for a Wild Card spot, but more focused on what they could do next year.

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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 / July 22

Cubs' manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline

With the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline less than two weeks away, managers of those clubs involved in being buyers are beginning to express their trade deadline wish lists.

Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman predicted to be team’s 2nd-half All-Star

Chicago Cubs trade proposal sends Matt Shaw out of town for 2x All-Star pitcher

Chicago Cubs are stuck with 'totally unacceptable' Jameson Taillon

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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The 'NFL yards-per-catch leaders' quiz

The 'Youngest 4K-yard NFL passers' quiz

The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

The 'FIFA World Cup champions' quiz

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 / 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 / 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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 20

Cubs vs. Tigers Lineup: Ramirez's Third Straight Start, Taillon's Big Returns, More

The Chicago Cubs started the second half strong. While they dropped their first of three against the Minnesota Twins, they proceeded to score a combined 16 runs over the last two contests to pull off the series win.

Scott Kingery News / Viral Sports News / July 20

Chicago Cubs Cut Ties With Former Top Prospect

Scott Kingery’s baseball journey has reached another crossroads. The former Philadelphia Phillies top prospect was designated for assignment by the Chicago Cubs, marking another difficult chapter in a career that once carried the expectations of a potential franchise cornerstone.

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.

Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

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.

Chicago Cubs News / Stadium Rant / July 19

Which Chicago Cubs Prospects Could Debut In 2026? 3 Names To Watch After The All-Star Break

Leaving the MLB All-Star break with a lead in the National League Wildcard race, Chicago Cubs prospects are likely on their way to the major league roster to help keep their lead.

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.

Kevin Gausman likely Blue Jays' top trade candidate if they commit as sellers

Insider suggests Yankees should target this elite reliever at deadline

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Three players the Athletics could move before trade deadline

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

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.