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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 12
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Jacob Webb is the Superhero vs. the Nationals 
The Cubs are now 8-2 in August after what was a really nice win in Washington. The Nationals are almost certainly going to miss the playoffs again, but they have a talented and young team.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 12
3 Takeaways After Homers and Solid Bullpen Effort Lift Cubs Over Nationals
The Cubs are a season-high 20-games over .500, with exactly 42 games left to play. In an 8-6 win, the Chicago Cubs (70-50) took down the Washington Nationals (59-62) and their league-leading offense.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 12
Cubs 8, Nationals 6: Pete Crow-Armstrong smashes a monster home run
The Cubs fell behind — again. And came from behind — again. This game was the sixth of the team’s last seven wins in which the opponent scored first. It is, I suppose, not the recommended way to win games, but the Cubs wound up on top, defeating the Nationals 8-6 in the first of a three-game series, and in the end, isn’t that what matters?
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Edward Cabrera News / Viral Sports News / August 12
Cubs Get Major Update on Edward Cabrera Amid Injury Recovery
Chicago Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera delivered a dominant performance in his third minor league rehabilitation start Tuesday night, tossing five hitless innings for the Double-A Knoxville Smokies.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11
Cubs’ Craig Counsell couldn’t be more impressed with Jacob Webb: ‘He’s been nails’
The Chicago Cubs are among the best teams in baseball at this time. Pete Crow-Armstrong is building an MVP case, and Craig Counsell’s team is firing on all cylinders.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 11
Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong’s latest home run nearly sets career-best mark
Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has been on a tear in 2026, firmly placing himself in the MVP conversation. On Tuesday, Crow-Armstrong continued his dominant performance in an 8-6 victory over the Washington Nationals.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 11
Cubs belt 3 homers, extend hot streak with win over Nationals
Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki each had two hits including a solo home run and the Chicago Cubs held on to beat the Nationals 8-6 on Tuesday in Washington.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / August 11
Cubs Reveal Key Injury Update Before Nationals Series
The Chicago Cubs entered their series against the Washington Nationals with encouraging news on one of their young infielders. Infielder Matt Shaw, who has been sidelined since late June, traveled with the team to Washington, D.C., as he continues his rehabilitation process.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 11
Cubs’ deadline move gives rising catcher clear path to 2027 opportunity
The Chicago Cubs completely revamped their pitching staff ahead of this year’s Aug. 3 trade deadline. While the additions of Kevin Gausman, Ryan Zeferjahn, Braxton Garrett, and Clay Holmes were much-needed reinforcements, the ripple effects of some of the players they moved may have also revealed their plans behind the plate for 2027.
Craig Kimbrel News / ChiCitySports / August 11
Former Chicago Cubs closer keeps finding work
Former Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel keeps hanging on. This past weekend, the 38-year-old righty signed with the Kansas City Royals. Kimbrel was a Cub from 2019, when they signed him to a three-year deal mid-season, through the 2021 trade deadline, when he was dealt to the White Sox in the infamous Nick Madrigal deal.
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 / ChiCitySports / August 11
Chicago Cubs prospects complicating free agent decisions on veterans
The Chicago Cubs were bold in their trade deadline moves this year, trading no. 2 prospect Jefferson Rojas and top first base prospect Jonathon Long, as well as a number of other Top 30 assets in the organization.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 11
Chicago Cubs trade deadline haul could’ve looked significantly different, per reports
The Chicago Cubs made some waves at this year’s MLB trade deadline and, most important, they made the moves necessary to fortify their pitching staff for a deep postseason run.
Jake Woodford News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 10
Rays, Jake Woodford Agree To Minor League Deal
The Rays are signing right-hander Jake Woodford to a minor league contract, reports Marc Topkin of The Tampa Bay Times. He elected free agency after being waived by the Cubs last week.
Ian Happ News / Field Level Media / August 10
Ian Happ, Cubs rolling as they visit Nationals
Chicago's Ian Happ looks to continue his rebound at the plate when the Cubs open a three-game series on Tuesday at the Washington Nationals. Chicago, winners of six of seven, has a firm grip on the top NL wild-card spot.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 10
Shohei Ohtani’s knee injury has opened the door in NL MVP race
This is suddenly a real argument.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 10
Cubs make Javier Assad decision ahead of Nationals series
It was known that the Chicago Cubs would have some tough decisions to make surrounding their starting rotation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Royals' Jac Caglianone's historic performance indicative of improbable season
Despite the overall struggles of the team throughout the 2026 season, Jac Caglianone continues to show the future can be bright for the Kansas City Royals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Clay Holmes appears rusty in Cubs debut against Royals
The Chicago Cubs entered their weekend series against the Kansas City Royals with high expectations for the team debuts of right-handers Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Kevin Gausman guides Cubs to fifth straight win in impressive debut
Kevin Gausman delivered a strong first impression in his Chicago Cubs debut Friday night, working seven innings in a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.
Andrew Wantz News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7
Cubs Re-Sign Andrew Wantz To Minor League Deal
The Cubs re-signed reliever Andrew Wantz to a minor league contract yesterday, reports Tommy Birch of The Des Moines Register. He had briefly elected free agency after being outrighted over the weekend.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 7
Cubs have tough pitching decisions to make ahead of weekend series
Chicago now has seven healthy starting pitchers ready and available. That number will likely need to be shortened, making for some tough roster decisions in the coming days.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 6
Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman might be waking up after slow start
It took a while, third baseman Alex Bregman might finally be feeling at home with the Chicago Cubs.
Braxton Garrett News / Yardbarker / August 6
Cubs recall newly acquired pitcher Braxton Garrett from Triple-A
The Chicago Cubs have recalled newly acquired left-handed pitcher Braxton Garrett from Triple-A.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 5
Debut dates revealed for newly acquired Cubs pitchers
The Chicago Cubs made multiple big splashes ahead of the 2026 MLB trade deadline. When will some of those players make their debut?
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