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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / September 23
MLB insider makes bold prediction on Pete Crow-Armstrong’s NL MVP chances
At this point, it seems that Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is going to run away with the National League MVP award. On Wednesday, MLB insider Jon Heyman even had a bold prediction regarding Crow-Armstrong’s MVP case, saying he should be the unanimous winner.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 23
The Cubs and Red Sox will play a doubleheader Friday 
Over the past few days it has become clear that the weather forecast for the Boston area would not allow the Cubs and Red Sox to play their three-game series as scheduled Friday night, Saturday night and Sunday afternoon.
The 'A.L. & N.L. batting champs' quiz
How many of the league leaders in batting average since the 2003 season can you name in six minutes?
MLB News / Cubs Insider / September 23
Cubs, Red Sox Reportedly Planning Friday Doubleheader to Avoid Weather
According to Tim Healey of the Boston Globe, the Cubs and Red Sox are planning to play a doubleheader on Friday to avoid the nor’easter that is supposed to hit Boston this weekend.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Red Sox and Cubs Set for Schedule Change Ahead of Rainy Weekend Series
In the hopes of minimizing the impact of a potentially treacherous weather weekend on the East Coast, the Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs are going to get games in early.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 23
Cubs, Red Sox Could Reportedly End Regular Season in Unconventional Fashion
In the past week, the regular season series finale between the Chicago Cubs and the Boston Red Sox has been shrouded in the possibility of a massive storm.
Justin Steele News / ChiCitySports / September 23
Chicago Cubs ace Justin Steele 'an option' for failing bullpen
Chicago Cubs pitching is hobbling its way towards the playoffs, dragging a badly wounded bullpen behind it. On Tuesday, the Cubs wasted a very good start from Shota Imanaga and some solid work from four relievers when they blew their chance to clinch a playoff spot in extra innings at Wrigley Field against the Miami Marlins.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / September 23
Chicago Cubs offer mega-positive update on Alex Bregman
When Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman took a foul ball off the face from the bat of Michael Busch, Cubs fans felt a collective shot to the gut. The freak accident was reminiscent of the equally freaky misfortune suffered by pitcher Cade Horton last season, right before the Wild Card round of the playoffs.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 23
Re-Grading Every Cubs Trade Deadline Move as The Playoffs Near
When teams are buyers at the MLB trade deadline, it typically means they have their sights set on playoff baseball. The Chicago Cubs had one of their more aggressive trade deadlines in recent memory this season.
Justin Steele News / Athlon Sports / September 23
Cubs Pitcher Nearing Return Just in Time for MLB Playoffs
Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele is nearing a potential return to the majors after completing his minor league rehabilitation assignment. Manager Craig Counsell said Steele is an option to join the Cubs for their final regular-season series against the Boston Red Sox, according to Tony Andracki.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Ryan Rolison News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 23
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Ryan Rolison is the Superhero vs. the Marlins
If you’ve been a long time follower of my work, you’ve seen me write many times from the perspective of glass half empty, glass half full. I particularly like to do it when you could justifiably look at a game and go either way with the information you got out of it.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / September 23
Lack of Execution in Tuesday’s Loss Highlights Postseason Fears
With some notable exceptions, postseason baseball typically involves tighter games that require a higher degree of execution than some Tuesday night affair against a non-contender.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 23
Cubs try again to clinch playoff spot vs. visiting Marlins
The Chicago Cubs will have their second chance to clinch a playoff spot on Wednesday when they host the Miami Marlins for the second of their three-game set.
Edward Cabrera News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 23
Marlins 8, Cubs 2: RISPy business and an Edward Cabrera meltdown
Let this stand as a monument to perhaps the worst Cubs defeat of the entire 2026 season: I could just end the tale of the Cubs’ 8-2 loss to the Marlins Tuesday evening at Wrigley Field right there, because that’s basically the entire story.
Kevin Gausman News / CBSSports.com / September 23
Marlins vs. Cubs Wednesday MLB picks: Chicago needs the big-game Kevin Gausman the team thought it traded for
The Cubs are now in a three-way tie for the NL's top wild-card spot
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 23
3 Takeaways After Extra-Innings Cubs Meltdown Spoils Clinch Opportunity
Despite some late scoring chances, the Chicago Cubs just didn't have the juice on Tuesday night. The Cubs (87-70) lost 8-2 to the Miami Marlins (77-80) after a disastrous 12th inning that led to 6 runs for the Marlins.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / September 23
Cubs Slapped With Concerning Outlook With Playoffs Looming
A former big-league reliever delivered a blunt assessment Tuesday of the Chicago Cubs’ pitching staff, raising fresh questions about how far the club can go in October even as a playoff berth appears all but secured.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 22
Cubs' Craig Counsell provides more good Alex Bregman injury news amid tight NL wild-card race
Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman is recovering quickly after a scary injury.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / September 22
Anthony Rizzo has wild suggestion for Cubs’ October strategy
The Chicago Cubs entered play on Monday tied with the San Diego Padres for the top National League wild-card position.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Stadium Rant / September 22
Pete Crow-Armstrong’s 45-Homer Season Has Become Something Nobody Expected
Pete Crow-Armstrong was already a top prospect. Without any doubts, many scouts graded his defense as “plus-plus.” It was clear that part of his game was going to make a generational impact.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 22
The NL wild-card race is setting up for chaos
When Tuesday begins, expect the wild-card chase in the National League to become a free-for-all.
Alex Bregman News / Larry Brown Sports / September 21
Extent of Alex Bregman’s injuries from errant foul ball have been revealed
Alex Bregman certainly paid the price for being in the wrong place at the wrong time on Sunday. The Chicago Cubs third baseman Bregman suffered multiple facial fractures after being struck by a foul ball while standing in the on-deck circle during Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported on Monday.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / September 22
Cubs somber after Alex Bregman's scary injury
The Cubs were somber after they defeated the Reds 9-1 Sunday.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker / September 21
Pete Crow-Armstrong makes more Cubs history in win over Reds
Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong continues to be a massive threat on the basepaths, as he recorded his ninth game with a home run and a stolen base.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / September 19
How Should the Cubs Stack Up Their Playoff Rotation?
With the regular season winding down, the Chicago Cubs are looking to secure the top National League Wild Card spot. They held that position for much of the second half, but now find themselves in a deadlock with the Phillies.
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