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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 30
Chicago Cubs: 3 Brutal reality checks before the trade deadline
The Chicago Cubs are headed towards the August 3 MLB trade deadline still in reported pursuit of pitching. Specifically, the Cubs would like to add a front-of-rotation starter, maybe a back-of-rotation arm, and at least one closer-capable reliever.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 30
Chicago Cubs prospect named among most likely to be traded by deadline
The Chicago Cubs are still expected to be aggressive buyers before the MLB trade deadline on August 3. With just about five days to go before that cutoff date, the breaking news regarding high-profile deals should start dropping anytime now.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 30
Cubs vs. Cardinals Lineup: Assad Over Imanaga in Finale, Hoerner Returns, More
The Chicago Cubs are hoping to steal three of four in St. Louis after a gut-wrenching extra-innings loss on Wednesday night. To make matters even more frustrating, they went into last evening's outing knowing they could gain another game on the Brewers.
The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Carson Kelly News / ChiCitySports / July 30
Chicago Cubs discussing Carson Kelly trade, per insider
The Chicago Cubs may have to get a bit creative when it comes to their pursuit of high-end starting pitching (and bullpen help) before the August 3 MLB trade deadline.
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 / Athlon Sports / July 30
Cubs Weighing 'Blockbuster' Trade Option
The long-rumored prize jewel of the 2026 MLB trade deadline is now officially considered available, and the Chicago Cubs are going to be in the mix. As
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 30
Chicago Cubs get exciting injury updates on 2 shelved starting pitchers
The Chicago Cubs are 61-47 and six games back of first place in the National League Central Division. With the MLB trade deadline quickly approaching, Chicago is one of the teams everyone is certain will attempt to make a substantial move to improve their current roster.
Tarik Skubal News / ChiCitySports / July 30
Chicago Cubs receive steep trade price for Tarik Skubal from Tigers: Report
The Chicago Cubs are looking for starting pitching help ahead of the trade deadline on Monday, and the Detroit Tigers have reportedly sent an offer for what it would take to acquire Tarik Skubal.
Matt Boyd News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 30
Cubs Waste Another Strong Matthew Boyd Outing in Extra-Inning Loss to Cardinals
The Cubs had no business winning this game – and they didn't – but wow did they almost win this one! The Chicago Cubs (61-47) lost to the St. Louis Cardinals (54-54) 3-2 in the 10th inning in what was a scoreless game through 9 innings of baseball.
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.
Tarik Skubal News / ChiCitySports / July 30
Chicago Cubs now considering Tarik Skubal as target ahead of trade deadline
The biggest storyline in Major League Baseball will be where Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal ends up. With just a few more days until Monday’s trade deadline, there have been lots of rumors surrounding Skubal.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 30
Cardinals 3, Cubs 2: Pete Crow-Armstrong homers in the 10th, but… 
I choose to look at the Cubs’ 3-2, 10-inning loss to the Cardinals this way. As you know, the Cubs have had an inordinately large number of injuries to the pitching staff, to the point where there have now been five pitchers who have appeared in exactly one game for the team and several others who have been riding on the DFA train.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 30
Chicago Cubs news — Bregman, Hoerner, Suzuki, Rea, Peterson
Today’s Reflections The first two games of the four-game series against the St. Louis Cardinals have been a dream of near-perfection for the Cubs. (I hope I’m not jinxing the team when I write this Tuesday afternoon) Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner and Seiya Suzuki had two games where they were playing out of their collective minds.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 30
How Risky Will Cubs be at the Trade Deadline? We Might Have an Answer
The Chicago Cubs are going to add a starting pitcher at the 2026 MLB trade deadline. While this could be assumed after taking a glance at the organization's IL, it's also been the crux of every report this past week.
Tarik Skubal News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29
Cubs Considering Tarik Skubal
The Cubs have made no secret of their desire to add starting pitching and are at least checking in on the top of the market. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports that the Cubs have considered making a push for Tarik Skubal among their various rotation possibilities.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29
Cubs Select Jake Woodford, Designate Andrew Wantz For Assignment
The Cubs announced that they have selected the contract of right-hander Jake Woodford. Right-hander Andrew Wantz has been designated for assignment in a corresponding move.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 29
Cubs rising, Cardinals fading in NL Central
Two teams trending in different directions will meet when the Chicago Cubs continue a four-game road series against the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 29
Alex Bregman is slowly turning into exactly who Cubs paid him to be
His recent production is a promising sign that hasn't been prevalent at any point during the season.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28
Cubs continue offensive outburst in runaway win over Cardinals
Seiya Suzuki had three hits with two RBIs and Colin Rea tossed six strong innings for his team-high eighth victory as the visiting Chicago Cubs beat the St.
Christian Bethancourt News / Yardbarker / July 28
Yankees add key depth piece in journeyman catcher Christian Bethancourt
Bethancourt is a right-handed bat who offers organizational depth at the catcher position.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / July 28
3 Mock Trades That Would Make for a Perfect Cubs Deadline
The Chicago Cubs have as clear a plan as anyone as they head into the 2026 trade deadline. They have dealt with pitching injuries to both their rotation and bullpen since the beginning of the year.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / July 27
Cubs cut ties with prominent veteran pitcher
The Chicago Cubs are moving on from a veteran pitcher who had been quite successful for them over the past several seasons. The Cubs announced Monday that they have designated pitcher Jameson Taillon for assignment.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong is making the NL MVP race more competitive
Crow-Armstrong has made the National League MVP race more competitive with his high-caliber defense, historic plate discipline and offensive surge.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 27
Three short-term replacements for Jameson Taillon in Cubs rotation
With the Chicago Cubs in the thick of a postseason race, continuing to send veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon to the mound may no longer be a suitable option.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 26
Jameson Taillon's future with Cubs should be in doubt after rough outing vs. Pirates
On Sunday, Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon made his first start since suffering a left hamstring strain in June. It could be a long time before his next one.
Matt Shaw News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 26
Cubs’ Matt Shaw Out Beyond Trade Deadline
Coming off a 92-70 record and a Wild Card appearance last year, the Cubs are well-equipped to repeat that in 2026. The offense, led by Pete Crow-Armstrong, ranks third in the Majors with a 110 wRC+.
Joe Buck 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.
James Triantos 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.
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