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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 12
Even After Tough Outing From Cabrera, Rotation Has Been Cubs’ Bright Spot
With multiple Chicago Cubs starters already on the injured list, the team has needed every other starter it has to step up even more. But even with those injuries cropping up, the rotation has been the Cubs’ bright spot to start the season.
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 12
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 14 
Reminder: I’m on vacation all this week and will be a little briefer than usual and one or more pieces could be delayed. Thanks for your patience. If you’re not one of my longtime readers, this is a great jumping-in point.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 12
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ashcraft, Cabrera, Cruz
Jeimer Candelario is waiting for the phone to ring. He’s a fallen Angel. Pirates 4, Cubs 3. Edward Cabrera opposed Braxton Ashcraft. Both threw well enough, Ashcraft getting the upper hand this time around, with help from O’Neil Cruz, who had a Game.
Justin Turner News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Justin Turner Signs With Tijuana Toros
Justin Turner isn’t hanging up his spikes just yet. The longtime Dodgers infielder and 2020 World Series champion is signing with the Mexican League’s Tijuana Toros, reports David Vassegh of 570 Sports.
Willson Contreras News / Yardbarker / April 12
Willson Contreras gets revenge on former team as Red Sox beat Cardinals
Saturday's victory over the St. Louis Cardinals was extra sweet for one particular member of the Boston Red Sox.
Grant Kipp News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 11
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Grant Kipp shines for Smokies
Right-hander Zac Leigh was activated off the Development List and assigned to Triple-A Iowa. The Iowa Cubs were too fast for the Omaha Storm Chasers (Royals), 7-3.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 11
Pirates 4, Cubs 3: This space intentionally left blank
I’m not sure what to think of the Cubs’ frustrating 4-3, 11-inning loss to the Pirates Saturday afternoon at Wrigley Field. Should I be unhappy because they lost, and part of the reason was a player playing his first game at first base — ever?
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 11
Pirates nip Cubs on Caleb Thielbar’s 11th inning throwing error
Nick Gonzales scored the go-ahead run on pitcher Caleb Thielbar's throwing error in the 11th inning, propelling the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 11
Oneil Cruz continuing to show why Pirates can't give up on him
It was a little more than two weeks ago that Pittsburgh Pirates centerfielder Oneil Cruz made headlines for all of the wrong reasons on opening day.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / April 11
Chicago Cubs News and Notes: Injuries Test Pitching Depth
The Chicago Cubs have started their year 6-7 and are in last place in the NL Central. The Cubs opened the 2026 season facing early pitching challenges.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 11
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 13
When the Cubs decided to largely run it back with a team that pushed the Brewers to their limits before falling just short of the NLCS, one might have hoped it would have been relatively smooth sailing for this team in 2026.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 11
How Cubs can salvage season despite plethora of pitching injuries
The Chicago Cubs had one of the best pitching staff in the National League when the 2026 season started. Staff ace Cade Horton had a great first year, with a 2.67 ERA over 118 innings and being named the NL Rookie of the Year runner-up.
Shota Imanaga News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 10
Shota Imanaga Delivers Exactly What Cubs Need Amid Pitching Injury Crisis
Most of the time, when a team loses a game after an immaculate display by the starting pitcher, his highlight reel is completely lost. That was the case for Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga in his third start of 2026.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 10
Jed Hoyer still believes in Cubs despite Cade Horton’s season-ending injury
The Los Angeles Dodgers have earned the right to be massive World Series favorites, but a perfect storm can hit in October and instantly shatter championship prospects.
Nico Hoerner News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 10
Nico Hoerner’s latest feat proves Cubs’ contract extension was worth it
While the Chicago Cubs are 6-6 on the season entering Friday’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Nico Hoerner is seemingly having a hot start to the campaign.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 10
Biggest Changes for the Cubs Since Opening Day
It hasn't been an ideal first two weeks of the 2026 season for the Chicago Cubs. Going into their season opener, it looked like the front office had compiled one of the best rosters in baseball, at least on paper.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 10
Cubs’ Craig Counsell Makes Seiya Suzuki Decision After Roster Move
The Chicago Cubs have opened their 2026 campaign to a slow start, entering Friday's slate of games sitting in last place in the National League Central.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 10
Cubs To Activate Seiya Suzuki, Designate Dylan Carlson For Assignment
Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki is back from the injured list after missing the first two weeks of the season with a knee sprain, according to multiple reports.
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 / 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.
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.
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.
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