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Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18
The Short Porch is short on Cubs pitching 
Last night the Cubs were able to take a series from the Colorado Rockies after winning 8-6 at Wrigley Field. However, the devil was really in the details of this particular victory.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs stay outside top-10 in ESPN’s latest power rankings for 1 big reason
The Chicago Cubs, prior to the start of the 2026 regular season, were predicted by many to be one of the best teams in Major League Baseball. And for a good portion of the year early on, they were.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18
The Wrigley Field night game ordinance is outdated and should be repealed
Last week, I wrote this article proposing that the Cubs match a lot of other teams and move all their night game start times to 6:40 p.m. Currently, the Cubs have that starting time for night games in April, May and September, and begin night contests at 7:05 p.m.
The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz
Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs predicted to deal top prospect in season-salvaging move
The Chicago Cubs aren’t in the good place they wanted to occupy at this point of the season. As of this writing, they sport a 39-36 record, but are eight games behind the first place Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Cubs Determined to Address Clear Weakness Before Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has not been at full strength all season. They have a handful of players currently on the injured list, including Matthew Boyd, Justin Steele, Jameson Taillon and Cade Horton.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 18
Breakout Cubs Prospects You Need to Know: Josiah Hartshorn, Owen Ayers, More
Things may be looking bleak at the moment for the Chicago Cubs at the big-league level, but a few pleasant surprises down in the minors are piquing the interest of fans and the media alike.
Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs: Dansby Swanson talks on moving forward after another series win
The Chicago Cubs improved to 39-36 on the season following their 8-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night. Significantly, it gave them their second series win a row.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong is not 'buying into' team’s recent success
The Chicago Cubs are 39-36 on the season following their convincing win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night. With the victory, Chicago has clinched their second series victory in a row.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Matt Boyd News / Just Baseball / June 18
Can Matthew Boyd Save the Cubs’ Rotation?
Entering the 2026 season, confidence was generally high in the Chicago Cubs‘ starting rotation. They had a mix of young arms coming off strong seasons and veterans who’ve been steady forces for years.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs’ Matt Shaw trade rumors receive surprising update
Are the Chicago Cubs actually turning things around? After not winning as series for over a month, the Cubs have now won back-to-back three-game sets and may be starting to right themselves in the National League Wild Card race.
Dansby Swanson News / Inside The Diamonds / June 18
Chicago Cubs Notebook: Seven Run 7th, Swanson Goes Deep, & A Trade with Boston Heating Up
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 39-36 record following a series-clinching victory at Wrigley Field. Over the last 24 hours, the team secured an 8-6 win against the Colorado Rockies.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18
Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Cabrera, Palencia
Today’s Reflections I thought this was more important than anything I have to say: Gordon Edes (Chicago Sun-Times): Cubs legend Billy Williams celebrates his 88th birthday with pride, enthusiasm and memories.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / June 18
Cubs Linked to Potential Blockbuster Trade for Cy Young Contender
The Chicago Cubs find themselves in a challenging position with their pitching staff this season. Injuries have thinned out their group of reliable starters, creating a clear gap that must be addressed if the team hopes to make a serious postseason push.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 17
3 Takeaways After Cubs Offense Breaks Through to Crush Rockies, Take Series
The Chicago Cubs (39-36) have now clinched back-to-back series wins for the first time since May 6. An 8-6 rubber-match win over the Colorado Rockies (28-47) on Wednesday secured that result, and it's a breath of fresh air for a team that has struggled to produce offensively over the last six weeks.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 17
Seven-run inning carries Cubs to series victory over Rockies
Dansby Swanson hit a two-run homer and Matt Shaw had a two-run triple as the host Chicago Cubs scored seven runs in the second inning to beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 on Wednesday.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 17
Cubs Minor League Wrap: James Triantos sends the I-Cubs fans home happy
Left-hander Victor Zarraga was sent to the rookie ball ACL Cubs from Low-A Myrtle Beach. The Iowa Cubs snuck past Indianapolis (Pirates), 6-5 in ten innings.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 17
Yankees highlight list of potential Seiya Suzuki trade landing spots
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the most inconsistent teams in Major League Baseball this season, and they may elect to sell ahead of the trade deadline.
Jed Hoyer News / On Tap Sports Net / June 17
Jed Hoyer Maintains Old Philosophy Amid Cubs Offensive Blunders
There is a saying in sports that is often heard when a team is fighting for a title. “Offense wins games; defense wins championships.” Chicago Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer clearly believes in this philosophy.
Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / June 17
Cubs Shut Down Dansby Swanson Change Despite .587 OPS
The Chicago Cubs dropped to 38-36 on Tuesday after losing to the Colorado Rockies 5-2. The offense struggled, leaving nine runners on base and going 0-8 with runners in scoring position.
Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16
Cubs Place Daniel Palencia On IL With Elbow Inflammation
The Cubs have placed closer Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. Right-hander Gavin Hollowell has been recalled to take his place on the roster.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16
Pete Crow-Armstrong spoiled his own cycle with boneheaded mistake
Pete Crow-Armstrong went from hitting for the cycle to walking back to the dugout in shame in a matter of seconds. The Chicago Cubs center fielder needed just a single to complete the cycle against the Colorado Rockies when he came up to the plate to lead off the bottom of the 7th inning Monday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for first cycle of 2026 season
Not many hitters were hotter than Chicago Cubs superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong at the plate entering Monday.
Seiya Suzuki News / Athlon Sports / June 14
Cubs Announce Seiya Suzuki News After Removal From Lineup
Seiya Suzuki has been one of the most consistent hitters in the Chicago Cubs lineup since his arrival from Japan ahead of the 2022 season. The 31-year-old is set to become a free agent after this season, currently in the final year of his five-year, $85 million contract.
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