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Cubs receive big injury updates on 2 relievers

Despite being on a nine-game winning streak, the Chicago Cubs have a hobbled pitching rotation, especially their relievers. Among them are two right-handers, Phil Maton and Hunter Harvey.

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Chicago Cubs character shines through bad luck run of pitching injuries

This Chicago Cubs team is a talented bunch and there’s a lot of depth and versatility throughout the 26-man roster, but the defining feature of this team seems to be pretty clear at this point—character.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 24

Cubs vs. Dodgers Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – April 23

Cubs vs. Dodgers: The Chicago Cubs begin a three-game series on the road against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Game 1 takes place at Dodger Stadium on Friday night.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 24

The first walkoff ABS challenge in the 150-year history of the Cubs was electric

When your favorite team is 150 years old almost everything has been done before. After all, Wrigley Field is the home of Babe Ruth’s called shot. It’s also the only MLB ballpark left that Jackie Robinson played a game in.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / April 24

Quantifying Hope: Cubs Skyrocket to 74% Playoff Odds, Third-Best in NL

It’s been two weeks since the last installment of this Friday column, and things have kinda changed a bit since then. Way back on April 10, the Cubs were 6-6 heading into their series against the Pirates.

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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.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / April 24

Chicago Cubs will avoid Los Angeles Dodgers big 3 in weekend series

The Chicago Cubs head into a highly anticipated weekend series against the Los Angeles Dodgers with plenty of momentum on their side. Riding a nine-game

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 24

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 25

Nine is divine! It sure wasn’t pretty. But in the end, that doesn’t really matter. The Cubs won their ninth consecutive game. It’s April, and so the two teams the Cubs faced in those nine games understandably have two of the worst records in baseball.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 24

Cubs bring 9-game win streak into opener vs. Dodgers

The Chicago Cubs carry the longest winning streak in the major leagues into the opener of a three-game road series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in a battle of division leaders.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 24

Chicago Cubs history unpacked, April 24

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Welington Castillo* and a mighty host of others, plus more baseball stories, like “NEWS ALERT”: The HOF and BBWAA have always been stupid entities, and world stories, such as Sir Paul is still kicking.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 24

Chicago Cubs reportedly were outbid for this former All-Star

The Chicago Cubs are one of the teams that have some weaknesses on their roster. Despite that, they are tied for the NL Central lead with a 16-9 record and have won nine consecutive games.

Ben Brown News / Just Baseball / April 24

Ben Brown Is Becoming a Valuable Swiss Army Knife for the Cubs

Coming into Spring Training, Ben Brown‘s spot on the Chicago Cubs‘ Opening Day roster was anything but a guarantee. He’d shown flashes of success in the past, but between injuries and inconsistent performance, Brown once again found himself battling.

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 23

Heavily used Cubs arm exits with injury; could make 6th reliever on IL

The Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to nine games Thursday afternoon, rallying for a walk-off victory behind Dansby Swanson’s game-winning hit.

Edward Cabrera News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 23

Edward Cabrera throws shade at Marlins with Cubs admission

After being traded from the Chicago Cubs to the Miami Marlins in January, pitcher Edward Cabrera seems to be loving his new team. So much so that Cabrera appeared to slight his former teammate when describing pitching for the Cubs, per Marquee Sports Network.

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Nicky Lopez News / ChiCitySports / April 23

Cubs bring back familiar face in Nicky Lopez

The Cubs are bringing back former infielder Nicky Lopez to the organization. Lopez, 31, is being acquired from the Rockies via trade for cash considerations.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 23

Cubs reliever suffers injury scare vs. Phillies

The Chicago Cubs were enduring struggles and injury misfortune through the first couple weeks of the 2026 campaign, and although this club looks completely different in late April, half of that statement remains true.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 23

Cubs win in extras to post 9th straight, send Phils to 9th consecutive loss

Dansby Swanson laced a walk-off single in the 10th inning to give the Chicago Cubs an 8-7 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies and extend their winning streak to nine on Thursday.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 23

Cubs Bullpen Suffers Another Injury Blow in 8–7 Win Over Phillies

Just when you think the Chicago Cubs' bad injury luck has dissipated, it comes back. The Cubs' bullpen is already decimated with injuries. Pitchers such as Phil Maton, Daniel Palencia, Porter Hodge and Hunter Harvey are already on the injured list, as well as starters Cade Horton and Justin Steele.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / April 23

Cubs Make Pete Crow-Armstrong Decision After 24 Games

For the first time in the 2026 season, Pete Crow-Armstrong will not be in the Chicago Cubs’ starting lineup. Manager Craig Counsell is giving his center fielder the day off ahead of Thursday’s series finale against the Philadelphia Phillies at Wrigley Field, ending a streak of 24 straight game starts to open the season.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 22

Seiya Suzuki's 2-run HR helps Cubs beat Phillies to extend win streak

Pete Crow-Armstrong went 3-for-4 with two RBIs and Seiya Suzuki connected on a two-run homer on Wednesday, helping the Chicago Cubs earn a 7-2 victory over the visiting Philadelphia Phillies, securing their eighth straight win.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 21

White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami makes MLB history with latest HR

As Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami continues to crush home runs, the beginning of his MLB career has become historic.

Angels snub Shohei Ohtani in their montage video

Dave Roberts responds after Craig Counsell criticizes MLB’s Shohei Ohtani rule

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Nico Hoerner News / Just Baseball / April 21

Nico Hoerner Has Played His Way Into the Early MVP Conversation

If any Chicago Cubs player has played himself into National League MVP talks, it’s Nico Hoerner. Obviously, it’s still very early in the season. The Cubs’ 5-1 win Monday night came in just their 22nd game.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 21

Mark McGwire's son turns heads with his minor league dominance

Mark McGwire used to punish baseballs with his power. His son, meanwhile, is dominating the game in his own way. Mason McGwire, the son of the 12-time All-Star, has been turning heads with his solid start to his 2026 season with the Chicago Cubs’ Single-A affiliate Myrtle Beach Pelicans.

Dylan Carlson News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 20

Cubs Re-Sign Dylan Carlson To Minor League Deal

The Cubs re-signed outfielder Dylan Carlson to a minor league contract after he was designated for assignment and elected free agency last week. The team never formally announced it, but Carlson’s deal is reflected on the MLB.com transaction log and he suited up for the team’s Triple-A Iowa club yesterday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 20

Phillies decide Taijuan Walker's fate ahead of Cubs series

The Philadelphia Phillies have a problem in their starting rotation.

Phillies 'got to keep fighting' as Braves on verge of sweep

Chris Sale dominant as Braves keep Phillies in a funk

Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker's first-inning woes continue vs. Braves

The 'Active MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 17

Mets' losing streak could already be sinking their season

The New York Mets are a mess right now, and things went from bad to worse on Friday in a 12-4 loss to the Chicago Cubs. Not only did starting pitcher Kodai Senga get rocked by the Cubs, but the loss also extended the Mets' current losing streak to nine consecutive games.

Aaron Boone blasts 'overly sensitive' umps following ejection

Phillies pitcher Taijuan Walker's first-inning woes continue vs. Braves

San Diego Padres to be sold for record-breaking price

Parker Messick has quickly become the Guardians ace

Braves announce major Spencer Strider injury update

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