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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs: Two realistic — but very unsexy — pitching trade targets
The Chicago Cubs have been hit with a brutal series of injuries to their pitching staff that threatens to pull the rug right out from underneath them.
Edward Cabrera News / Cubs Insider / May 11
Was Edward Cabrera’s Last Start Canary in Coalmine or Rock Bottom? 
Edward Cabrera‘s performance had been somewhat troubling for a while, with underlying data indicating his stretch of five straight games with three earned runs allowed in each was actually much better than it should have been.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs’ series versus Braves will show just how good they really are
The Chicago Cubs felt that they had ended their 2025 season with a chance to make some tweaks and field a truly special team in 2026. The team’s moves this past offseason showcased that mindset as they were more aggressive than usual in adding talent and plugging roster holes.
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?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs: One area on the roster that needs to improve
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the best teams in Major League Baseball and sit atop the National League Central by three and a half games. The Cubs recently won 10 straight games (April 28 to May 8) and are 10-5 in their last 15 games.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 11
Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/11/2026
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 27-14 record and maintain a 3.5-game lead over Milwaukee in the National League Central standings. The team suffered a second consecutive shutout loss to the Texas Rangers over the last 24 hours.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs core 4 named one of the best in Major League Baseball
The Chicago Cubs are 27-14 through their first 41 games and sit atop the National League Central Division. Over the past couple of years, Craig Counsell has helped the Cubs become a force in the regular season and has already won 200 games as manager.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs: 2026 1st quarter report card, 3 A’s and 3 F’s
The Chicago Cubs are 27-14 through the first 41 games of the 2026 MLB season. A popular preseason pick to win the National League Central, Chicago currently leads the division by 3.5 games over the Milwaukee Brewers, who won the NL Central in each of the previous three years.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Chicago Cubs land top-3 spot in latest MLB power rankings
The Chicago Cubs are 27-14 and currently lead the National League Central Division by 3.5 games. While they have lost two games in a row (in shutout fashion), they recently won 10 games in a row for the second time this season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 11
Cubs’ prospect propels into MLB’s top 100 rankings thanks to early-season power surge
The Chicago Cubs now have three players ranked inside MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 prospects list. Joining Jaxon Wiggins (No. 46) and Jefferson Rojas (No. 96)
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / May 11
Cubs Connected to Potential $56 Million Trade Amid Injury Woes
The Chicago Cubs have remained one of the most active teams in ongoing trade discussions, particularly after the setback involving Matthew Boyd’s injury.
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.
Owen Caissie News / ChiCitySports / May 10
Chicago Cubs: Owen Caissie’s struggles in Miami are ugly
The Chicago Cubs finally pulled the trigger on the trade for Edward Cabrera this offseason, after eyeing the emerging powerhouse starter for the better part of a year-and-a-half.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 10
Chicago Cubs: Why it’s the perfect time to trade this top prospect
The Chicago Cubs are in first place, atop the NL Central Division by 3.5 games. They’re also tied for the best record in all of baseball. But there are issues behind the feel-good winning vibes of the last few weeks.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 10
Cubs aim to launch new streak in series finale vs. Rangers
One day after having their 10-game winning streak snapped, the Chicago Cubs will look to begin a new streak when they face the Texas Rangers in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday in Arlington, Texas.
Charlie Barnes News / Field Level Media / May 9
Dodgers claim LHP Charlie Barnes off waivers from Cubs
The Los Angeles Dodgers claimed left-hander Charlie Barnes off waivers from the Chicago Cubs and transferred infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman to the 60-day injured list to open a 40-man roster spot.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / May 9
Cubs Pitching Has Another Challenge To Overcome
It hasn’t been an easy first six weeks for the Chicago Cubs pitching staff. On Wednesday, the group came across a block in the road. Matthew Boyd went on the 15-day injured list with a left meniscus injury before Wednesday’s game versus the Cincinnati Reds.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 8
Cubs extend winning streak to 10 with triumph over Rangers
Seiya Suzuki belted a two-run homer and Michael Busch added a three-run double, fueling the red-hot Chicago Cubs to a 7-1 victory over the Texas Rangers on Friday in Arlington, Texas.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Cubs showing trade interest in Mets pitcher
The Chicago Cubs have interest in improving their pitching this season, and they reportedly have interest in one New York Mets pitcher. Veteran Chicago baseball reporter Bruce Levine reported on Friday that the Cubs have talked with the Mets about Freddy Peralta.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 8
Cubs' Shota Imanaga is having a career-defining season
While it's been a combined effort from the Cubs, Imanaga deserves the spotlight.
Ian Happ News / Just Baseball / May 8
Ian Happ’s Endless Consistency Is Going To Get Him Paid
In an era in which offensive production can fluctuate wildly from year to year, Ian Happ has consistently provided value on both sides of the ball. His
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 8
Cubs' nine-game win streak makes early-season dominance historic
One big inning was all the Chicago Cubs needed on Thursday to secure to another win, one that clinched a four-game series sweep of the division rival Cincinnati Reds.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8
Cubs accomplish rare feat not seen since 1955 Dodgers
The Chicago Cubs just continue to win baseball games. On Thursday, the Cubs defeated the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 at Wrigley Field, finishing a four-game sweep and winning their ninth straight game.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 7
Cubs lose another pitcher after Matthew Boyd suffers bizarre meniscus injury
The Chicago Cubs added Matthew to the 15-day IL, adding to the crowded list of injuries to their pitching staff.
Corbin Martin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7
Cubs Designate Corbin Martin For Assignment
The Cubs announced Thursday that righty Corbin Martin has been designated for assignment. His roster spot will go to fellow right-handed reliever Gavin Hollowell, who has been recalled from Triple-A Iowa.
Vince Velasquez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7
Cubs Re-Sign Vince Velasquez To Minor League Deal, Outright Yacksel Ríos
The Cubs re-signed righty Vince Velasquez to a minor league contract, per the MiLB.com transaction log. The tracker also indicates that reliever Yacksel Ríos cleared outright waivers after being designated for assignment on Sunday.
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