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Trey Mancini News / Viral Sports News / September 19
Former Chicago Cubs First Baseman Has Retired
For a stretch of the 2023 season, Trey Mancini was a member of the Chicago Cubs, a veteran signed to add power and presence to a clubhouse that was still finding its footing after a rebuild.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 19
Cubs Magic Number Watch: The NL Wild Card Race Just Got Wilder
And just like that, we have a three-way tie for the top NL Wild Card spot. Just eight games remain in the regular season, and the Chicago Cubs, the Philadelphia Phillies, and the San Diego Padres sit in a deadlock entering play on Saturday.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / September 19
How Should the Cubs Stack Up Their Playoff Rotation?
With the regular season winding down, the Chicago Cubs are looking to secure the top National League Wild Card spot. They held that position for much of the second half, but now find themselves in a deadlock with the Phillies.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Justin Steele News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 19
Cubs' Decision on Justin Steele Looms After Best Rehab Appearance Yet
A bullpen upgrade may be coming to the Chicago Bulls at the eleventh hour. Justin Steele continues to progress in the minors, with his latest rehab start proving to be his best yet.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Carson Kelly News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 19
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Carson Kelly is the Superhero vs. the Reds 
Friday was another rough day at the park for the Cubs. The story really is the offense turning nine hits, four walks and a hit batter into four runs. One of those four runs was on a solo homer.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19
With hope of being 'the last team standing,' Cubs seek to even series vs. Reds
With the regular season winding down, the Chicago Cubs hope to find some consistency and momentum as they look to even their three-game series against the host Cincinnati Reds on Saturday night.
Clay Holmes News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 19
Reds 6, Cubs 4: Too many walks, Clay Holmes
I’m going to start this recap of the Cubs’ 6-4 loss to the Reds Friday evening in an unusual manner — a stat from BCB’s JohnW53: Clay Holmes walked five.
Justin Steele News / ChiCitySports / September 19
Justin Steele not making Cubs looming decision any easier
Justin Steele has been quite vocal about his plans for the remainder of the 2026 season: He expects to be back with the Chicago Cubs. That goal comes despite undergoing Tommy John surgery in April 2025 and dealing with a flexor strain during his recovery this summer.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / EssentiallySports / September 19
'Out of His Mind': Pete Crow-Armstrong’s MVP Run Draws MLB Analyst’s Strong Opinion
This might be the first time in over half a decade that neither Aaron Judge nor Shohei Ohtani will win MVP. The NL already seems to have found its MVP, and after 153 games, Pete Crow-Armstrong’s 44 homers and 9.6 bWAR have left the NL MVP race with only one credible answer.
Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 19
Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Bregman, Imamaga
Today’s Reflections Hot take here: I think it is a lot more enjoyable watching PCA’s quest at 40/40 than Sosa/McGwire ‘98. Back then, almost 140 home runs between two guys (yes, it was “unreal and unprecedented”), but it got a little predictable and boring.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Justin Steele News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 18
Iowa Cubs Minor League Wrap: Steele dazzles as I-Cubs sweep DH
BJ Murray joined the Iowa Cubs from Chicago and right-hander Connor Noland, who was probably done for the year after yesterday’s start, was placed on the Development List.
Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18
Cubs’ Craig Counsell talks team-building trip to Churchill Downs
With the Chicago Cubs looking to close out the 2026 season with a bang, the team would also take a breather on Thursday and enjoy a horse race at the famous Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky.
Dansby Swanson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18
Cubs get massive Dansby Swanson boost for stretch run
Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson has been reinstated from the injured list, the team announced Friday. Swanson was expected to return for the Cubs’ series against the Cincinnati Reds, but it is now official.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 18
Chicago Cubs coach affirms PCA fear is real
The Chicago Cubs have a real one in Pete Crow-Armstrong. To drive home that fact even further, Wednesday’s game at Wrigley Field against the Atlanta Braves showcased even more of the awesomeness exuding from the 24-year-old.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 18
Chicago Cubs could lose free-agent star to division rival
The Chicago Cubs have several big decisions looming once this 2026 season officially comes to a wrap. With more than half of the current active roster eligible for free agency, the team will have to decide who to keep and who to let go.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 18
Cubs can't afford slipup in weekend series against Reds
The Chicago Cubs continue their fight for a playoff berth when they visit the Cincinnati Reds on Friday in the opener of a three-game weekend series. The Cubs (85-68) are tied with the Philadelphia Phillies (85-68) for the top National League wild-card spot, with the San Diego Padres (84-69) just one game back.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 17
Cubs’ nightmare seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 MLB Playoffs
The Chicago Cubs have placed themselves in a favorable position to begin October at Wrigley Field. Their reward for protecting it could be another postseason meeting with the team that has repeatedly given them trouble.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / September 17
Craig Counsell had a great quote about Pete Crow-Armstrong’s incredible night
Craig Counsell is enjoying the ride the Chicago Cubs are on, with Pete Crow-Armstrong leading the way. Crow-Armstrong keeps building his case for the National
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker / September 17
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes franchise history with latest HR
The Chicago Cubs have a new all-time franchise leader for home runs in a single season by a left-handed batter.
Shelby Miller News / Athlon Sports / September 16
Cubs Make Season-Ending Decision Ahead of MLB Playoffs
The Chicago Cubs have ended Shelby Miller’s comeback attempt, meaning the veteran reliever will not pitch for the team during the 2026 postseason. Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reported the decision on X ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Atlanta Braves.
Shelby Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 15
Cubs Shut Down Shelby Miller For Season
The Cubs are shutting down Shelby Miller for the rest of the 2026 season, manager Craig Counsell told reporters before tonight’s loss to Atlanta (links via Patrick Mooney of The Athletic and Jordan Bastian of MLB.com).
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 13
Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs
With a slim 3-2 lead and Paul Skenes on the mound, Don Kelly made a decision that some believe sank the Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes. It's also one the Pirates' manager had to answer for immediately following Pittsburgh's 4-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / September 11
Cubs' Alex Bregman's explosive second half helping to erase slow start
Chicago Cubs' Alex Bregman has done a good job of turning around his season with his miraculous second-half surge, helping to erase his slow start and salvage his first season in a Cubs uniform.
Dansby Swanson News / Yardbarker / September 11
Cubs announce plans for return of Dansby Swanson
Cubs manager Craig Counsell spoke Friday and revealed the plans for Swanson's return.
Kevin Gausman News / Yardbarker / September 10
Cubs' Kevin Gausman has been a major disappointment
On paper, it appeared the Chicago Cubs made one of the best moves of the MLB trade season when they acquired right-hander Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays. The move hasn't worked out as expected, however.
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