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Shota Imanaga News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 23

Takeaways After Cubs Rout Mariners 19-2 Despite Imanaga's Shortest Career Game

Win No. 75 comes with 19 runs scored, 4 home runs, and a big sigh of relief! The Chicago Cubs (75-56) avoided a sweep against the Seattle Mariners (62-69) in a 19-2 rout on Sunday afternoon.

Braxton Garrett News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 23

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Braxton Garrett shines in I-Cubs win

The Iowa Cubs roasted the Toledo Mud Hens (Tigers), 4-2. Braxton Garrett had his best start as a Cub, getting the win after tossing five shutout innings.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 23

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred makes Little League Classic announcement for 2027

Major League Baseball's "Little League Classic" game during the Little League World Series has become a staple in the season schedule.

Phillies run winning streak to nine games thanks to six-run rally in ninth inning

Randy Arozarena joins exclusive history with another leadoff home run

Yankees make Ryan Weathers decision after Saturday's exit

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Ian Happ News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 23

Cubs 19, Mariners 2: Ian Happ’s grand slam leads the barrage

SEATTLE — Well, THAT felt better. Ian Happ’s grand slam in the third inning gave the Cubs the lead and eventually they put together a 17-hit, nine-walk, 19-run pounding on the Mariners, winning 19-2 and salvaging the final game of the series.

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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.

Jaxon Wiggins News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 23

Could Jaxon Wiggins be the X-Factor for the Cubs' Bullpen?

When Cade Horton suffered an elbow injury that required Tommy John surgery, there was a thought that top Cubs pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins could have a similar trajectory to Horton's rookie year.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 23

Cubs vs Mariners Lineup: Happ is Back, Ramirez Struggles, No More Walk-Offs! More

The Chicago Cubs are officially on a losing streak after being walked off in back-to-back games by the Mariners, losing 5-4 in the 9th on Saturday night.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 23

Chicago Cubs: Two aces in the hole for postseason success

Despite back-to-back deflating walk-off losses and their lead atop the Wild Card standings being reduced to two games, the Chicago Cubs are still in a good place right now.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 23

Chicago Cubs bullpen is in a happy place, despite Saturday’s collapse

The Chicago Cubs gave the ball to the team’s de facto closer Jacob Webb in the ninth inning Saturday night at T-Mobile Park in Seattle and for the first time in a long time, Webb didn’t come through.

Ben Brown News / Viral Sports News / August 23

Chicago Cubs Have Revealed a New Ben Brown Injury Update

The Chicago Cubs will try to salvage the final game of their series against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday after dropping the first two contests, including a 5-4 defeat Saturday night.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 23

The bonkers Cubs streak that came to an end in disastrous 9th-inning choke job vs. Mariners

The Chicago Cubs faced off with the Seattle Mariners on Saturday. They went into the game struggling a bit. They had won just two of their previous six games, despite the Cubs getting MVP-level play from Pete Crow-Armstrong.

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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.

Shota Imanaga News / TWSN / August 23

Shota Imanaga August 23rd Pitching Matchup & Analysis

After the great feeling of defeating their rivals in the Chicago White Sox, the Chicago Cubs have now dropped two straight to the Seattle Mariners. Shota Imanaga is the probable starter who hopes to help the Cubs avoid a sweep.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 23

Cubs’ latest Justin Steele and Ben Brown updates provide optimism for dream scenario

As the Chicago Cubs have learned this year, one can truly never have enough pitchers. After watching countless arms go down throughout the course of the year, they re-build their pitching staff at the trade deadline by adding Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes, Braxton Garrett, snf Ryan Zeferjahn.

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Matt Boyd News / ChiCitySports / August 22

The Chicago Cubs have a Matthew Boyd concern on their hands

Calling Friday night’s game in Seattle frustrating is an understatement. The Cubs’ 6-5 loss in extras was defined by several factors, including another “blah” start from Matthew Boyd.

Kade Anderson News / Yardbarker / August 22

Kade Anderson's MLB debut for Mariners was a mixed bag

Seattle Mariners' No. 1 pitching prospect Kade Anderson made his long-awaited MLB debut on Saturday night against the Chicago Cubs.

Craig Kimbrel joins rare history as Royals extend winning streak

Angels star Mike Trout makes history vs. Rangers

Reds' JJ Bleday hits for fourth MLB cycle this season

Luis Rengifo has become a vital weapon for Padres

Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?

Ketel Marte spotted at casino during Diamondbacks game

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 22

Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?

Zeferjahn was expected to enter a high-leverage role with the Cubs but that may soon be coming to an end with his performance thus far.

In search of 'spark,' Mariners' Kade Anderson to make debut vs. Cubs

Mariners rebound from tough start, walk off Cubs in 10

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Owen Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Cubs Designate Owen Miller For Assignment

The Cubs announced they’ve designated infielder Owen Miller for assignment and optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa. Those are the corresponding moves to reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list and activate infielder Gabriel Arias, who was recently claimed off waivers from the Mets.

Matt Boyd News / Field Level Media / August 21

After getting rocked in his last start, Cubs' Matthew Boyd set to face M's

If not for St. Louis Cardinals slugger Joshua Baez, Matthew Boyd would be having a heckuva second half of the season. The Chicago Cubs veteran left-hander is scheduled to start in his home state Friday night in the opener of a three-game interleague series against the host Seattle Mariners.

Alex Bregman News / Just Baseball / August 20

How Alex Bregman Turned His First Cubs Season Around

Earlier this year, the Chicago Cubs signed Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million contract. They envisioned his production on both sides of the ball, along with his leadership, helping fuel multiple postseason runs.

Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

Cubs To Activate Daniel Palencia

The Cubs will reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list before Friday’s series opener in Seattle, reports Meghan Montemurro of The Chicago Tribune.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 19

Javier Assad's role versatility has been invaluable for the Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are loaded with starting pitching depth at both the major league level and at Triple-A Iowa. The surplus of depth has led to frequent roster moves and role changes that have often affected no one player more than right-hander Javier Assad.

Cubs make flurry of roster moves ahead of Crosstown Series

Edward Cabrera's future in Cubs rotation appears to be in jeopardy

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19