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Alex Bregman News / ESPN / August 12
Bregman's first 3-homer game powers Cubs' rout 
Alex Bregman hit three homers in a game for the first time and drove in a career-high seven runs as the Cubs routed the Nationals 12-6 on Wednesday night.
Ian Happ News / ChiCitySports / August 12
Ian Happ welcomes sitting on bench to give new teammate more at bats
The Chicago Cubs are making a push for the NL Central, trailing the Milwaukee Brewers by four games going into Wednesday’s games. Chicago is 8-2 in their last 10 games which includes a sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 12
3 players who will make or break Cubs’ chances of winning NL Central
The Chicago Cubs enter Wednesday at 70-50, four games behind the 74-46 Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central. Both clubs have 42 games remaining, allowing the Cubs enough time to erase the deficit.
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?
Edward Cabrera News / ChiCitySports / August 12
Edward Cabrera close to a return for Chicago Cubs?
The Chicago Cubs are playing some of their best baseball of the season right now and have cut into the Milwaukee Brewers lead in the NL Central. Going into Wednesday’s game in Washington, the Cubs are just four games back of the Brewers and are 8-2 in the past 10 games.
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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 12
Cubs superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong draws attention-grabbing take from teammate amid MVP push
The Chicago Cubs have climbed into the National League Central race behind another standout season from Pete Crow-Armstrong. His power, speed and elite defense have placed the center fielder firmly in the NL MVP conversation.
Phil Maton News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 12
Phil Maton Diagnosed With Partially Torn Patellar Tendon
Cubs setup man Phil Maton has been on the injured list three times due to what’s been labeled tendinitis in his right knee this season, but Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports that Maton has now been diagnosed with a partial tear of the patellar tendon in that knee.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / August 12
Chicago Cubs: Matt Shaw may be running out of time for 2026 return
The Chicago Cubs had big plans for Matt Shaw—even after their initial big plans for him were put aside this offseason. Signing three-time All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman to a 5-year, $175 million contract over the winter pushed Shaw to a super-sub utility role, but it didn’t scrub the 2023 no.1 draft pick from the team’s long-term plans.
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.
Tyrone Taylor News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 12
The Tyrone Taylor trade by the numbers
Yesterday we took a closer look at the Clay Holmes part of this transaction that brought a sinkerball throwing, extreme ground ball pitcher to the Cubs rotation in return for one of their top prospects, Jefferson Rojas.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 12
Chicago Cubs may already have their Happ, Suzuki replacement in mind, per insider
The Chicago Cubs are staring down the possibility of losing their two corner outfielders—Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki—to free agency this offseason. The losses would impact in different ways.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 12
Cubs Prospect Surge: Conrad's Breakout, Hartshorn Homers, Kepley's Strong Start
Chicago Cubs fans have a lot to be excited about. Of course, the biggest story is happening on the North Side. After a massive trade deadline for the organization, the Cubs are breathing harder down the Milwaukee Brewers' neck for the division lead.
Jacob Webb News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 12
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Jacob Webb is the Superhero vs. the Nationals
The Cubs are now 8-2 in August after what was a really nice win in Washington. The Nationals are almost certainly going to miss the playoffs again, but they have a talented and young team.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 12
3 Takeaways After Homers and Solid Bullpen Effort Lift Cubs Over Nationals
The Cubs are a season-high 20-games over .500, with exactly 42 games left to play. In an 8-6 win, the Chicago Cubs (70-50) took down the Washington Nationals (59-62) and their league-leading offense.
Edward Cabrera News / Viral Sports News / August 12
Cubs Get Major Update on Edward Cabrera Amid Injury Recovery
Chicago Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera delivered a dominant performance in his third minor league rehabilitation start Tuesday night, tossing five hitless innings for the Double-A Knoxville Smokies.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 11
Cubs belt 3 homers, extend hot streak with win over Nationals
Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki each had two hits including a solo home run and the Chicago Cubs held on to beat the Nationals 8-6 on Tuesday in Washington.
Ian Happ News / Field Level Media / August 10
Ian Happ, Cubs rolling as they visit Nationals
Chicago's Ian Happ looks to continue his rebound at the plate when the Cubs open a three-game series on Tuesday at the Washington Nationals. Chicago, winners of six of seven, has a firm grip on the top NL wild-card spot.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 10
Shohei Ohtani’s knee injury has opened the door in NL MVP race
This is suddenly a real argument.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 10
Cubs make Javier Assad decision ahead of Nationals series
It was known that the Chicago Cubs would have some tough decisions to make surrounding their starting rotation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Royals' Jac Caglianone's historic performance indicative of improbable season
Despite the overall struggles of the team throughout the 2026 season, Jac Caglianone continues to show the future can be bright for the Kansas City Royals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Clay Holmes appears rusty in Cubs debut against Royals
The Chicago Cubs entered their weekend series against the Kansas City Royals with high expectations for the team debuts of right-handers Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Kevin Gausman guides Cubs to fifth straight win in impressive debut
Kevin Gausman delivered a strong first impression in his Chicago Cubs debut Friday night, working seven innings in a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.
Andrew Wantz News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7
Cubs Re-Sign Andrew Wantz To Minor League Deal
The Cubs re-signed reliever Andrew Wantz to a minor league contract yesterday, reports Tommy Birch of The Des Moines Register. He had briefly elected free agency after being outrighted over the weekend.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 7
Cubs have tough pitching decisions to make ahead of weekend series
Chicago now has seven healthy starting pitchers ready and available. That number will likely need to be shortened, making for some tough roster decisions in the coming days.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 6
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman might be waking up after slow start
It took a while, third baseman Alex Bregman might finally be feeling at home with the Chicago Cubs.
Braxton Garrett News / Yardbarker / August 6
Cubs recall newly acquired pitcher Braxton Garrett from Triple-A
The Chicago Cubs have recalled newly acquired left-handed pitcher Braxton Garrett from Triple-A.
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?
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