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Cubs get timely hitting to down Pirates in extras

Dansby Swanson had an RBI single in the 10th inning to fuel the visiting Chicago Cubs in a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday. Pedro Ramirez reached on an infield single to join automatic runner Ian Happ on the bases in the 10th inning.

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Cubs Minor League Wrap: Luis Martinez-Gomez shines in Smokies win

Left-hander Drew Pomeranz has elected free agency. If you want to know why I don’t do Dominican Summer League recaps, among the many reasons is that Cubs Blue lost to Pirates Gold today 21-17.

Drew Pomeranz News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24

Drew Pomeranz Elects Free Agency

Veteran reliever Drew Pomeranz is back on the open market after electing free agency, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. The Cubs designated him for assignment on Monday and sent him through waivers.

MLB News / The Lead / July 24

Cubs, White Sox Both on Pace to Reach Playoffs for First Time Since 2008

For the first time in nearly two decades, both the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox have entered the second half of the season with legitimate playoff aspirations.

Nolan Arenado News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?

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MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

Cubs vs. Pirates Lineup: Pedro Ramírez Back at DH, A Scary Pitching Matchup, More

After dropping the series to the Detroit Tigers, the Chicago Cubs have a big one ahead of them. The Pirates have been playing better baseball as of late and now sit only 4.5 games out of the Cubs' No.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

James Triantos News / Cubs Insider / July 24

Cubs Officially Promote James Triantos, Option Kevin Alcántara

After a fair bit of guessing as to how the Cubs would accommodate James Triantos, the club officially announced his promotion on Friday afternoon. In order to make room on the active roster, Kevin Alcántara has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa.

Nico Hoerner News / Cubs Insider / July 24

Was Nico Hoerner’s Slump Beanball Fallout or Bad BABIP Luck?

Other than his walk and strikeout rates, Nico Hoerner’s numbers are worse across the board this season than what we’ve grown used to. Some believe his steady expected stats point to a coming surge, but others point to a specific inflection point.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / July 24

Quantifying Hope: Cubs’ Steady Climb Puts Them Near 81% Playoff Odds

Just like my 401(k), the Cubs’ postseason odds have maintained a steady upward trajectory despite taking their share of bumps along the way. The only downside is that the Brewers are hovering just below 100% while the Pirates have begun a modest climb of their own.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / July 24

Cubs Predicted to Swing Big Trade for Multi-Time All-Star

The Chicago Cubs are eyeing a significant boost to their pitching staff ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline, with one prominent analyst predicting a deal that brings a multi-time All-Star starter to the North Side.

Reid Detmers News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 24

Cubs trade target: Reid Detmers

Today I’m starting an occasional — and probably brief — series on starting pitchers I think the Cubs should go after. Josh already mentioned Reid Detmers, and his teammate José Soriano, in After Dark on Wednesday.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

Ranking the 5 Best Cubs Starting Pitching Targets at the MLB Trade Deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline buzz is only getting louder. In just about 10 days, contenders will have their big-name acquisitions set in stone, and the playoff picture will begin to truly take shape.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 24

Cubs Top 25 prospects: Pre-Trade Deadline update

The Trade Deadline is just over a week away and the Cubs are expected to be aggressive buyers. So now is a good time to see what prospects the Cubs have that might interest other teams.

James Triantos News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 24

Cubs roster move: James Triantos called up, Kevin Alcántara optioned

This is a really interesting roster move. James Triantos was the Cubs’ second-round pick in 2021 out of high school in Virginia. He had just turned 18, and went right to work in the Arizona Complex League, batting .327/.376/.594 in 25 games.

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Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 24

Joe Buck reveals favorite World Series-clinching call

Ahead of going into the broadcast wing of the MLB Hall of Fame on Sunday, legendary broadcaster Joe Buck sat down with Bob Costas to discuss all things related to his broadcasting career.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline

Cubs expected to promote No. 7 prospect James Triantos

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Chicago Cubs predicted to land multiple pitchers from NL disappointment ahead of 2026 MLB trade deadline

The Chicago Cubs are 57-45 on the season, which is tied for the fifth-best record in all Major League Baseball. However, they are currently seven games back of first place in the National League Central Division.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Chicago Cubs ideal target ahead of MLB trade deadline revealed as 2x All-Star

The Chicago Cubs are 57-45 on the season, seven games out of first place in the National League Central Division. Fortunately, while they are in a bit of hole within their division, they currently hold the top Wild Card spot in the National League.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 23

Surging pitchers kick off series as Cubs visit Pirates

Matthew Boyd and Jared Jones both look to continue torrid stretches Friday when the visiting Chicago Cubs open a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 23

Cubs expected to promote No. 7 prospect James Triantos

In a bit of a surprise move from the Chicago Cubs, a top 10 organizational prospect will likely be making his MLB debut during a three-game weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline

Adley Rutschman trade rumors raise two questions for Orioles

The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz

Craig Counsell News / Yardbarker / July 22

Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline

With the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline less than two weeks away, managers of those clubs involved in being buyers are beginning to express their trade deadline wish lists.

Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman predicted to be team’s 2nd-half All-Star

Chicago Cubs trade proposal sends Matt Shaw out of town for 2x All-Star pitcher

Chicago Cubs are stuck with 'totally unacceptable' Jameson Taillon

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Michael Conforto News / Field Level Media / July 22

With Michael Conforto waiting, Cubs vie to take rubber game from Tigers

The Chicago Cubs have been getting instant offense off the bench from Michael Conforto, who hit his MLB-leading fourth pinch-hit home run of the season in an 11-2 win over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / July 21

The Cubs Need a Closer for Their March To the Playoffs

No team makes it through a season without pitching injuries, but few contenders have been tested quite like the Chicago Cubs have. As it currently stands, they have seven bullpen arms that are on the injured list.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21

Police respond to video of Cubs fan getting slapped for not standing during national anthem

Police are issuing a response this week to the viral video of a Chicago Cubs fan getting slapped during the national anthem. A video clip made the rounds

Shota Imanaga News / Yardbarker / July 19

Shota Imanaga is driving Cubs' momentum in NL wild-card race

Despite a 2026 roller coaster ride season for the Chicago Cubs, they remain first in the NL wild-card race, and starting pitcher Shota Imanaga's stability in the rotation has helped them make a push.

Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

Aaron Civale News / Yardbarker / July 18

Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff

The Chicago Cubs keep hoping to catch lightning in a bottle as they look to supplement a battered pitching staff. That quest to find something resembling a competent major league arm continued on Saturday.

Kevin Gausman likely Blue Jays' top trade candidate if they commit as sellers

Insider suggests Yankees should target this elite reliever at deadline

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Three players the Athletics could move before trade deadline

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

Aaron Bummer News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Aaron Bummer Opts Out Of Cubs Deal

Veteran left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer opted out of his minor league contract with the Cubs and is now a free agent, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.