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How a two-week collapse turned the Chicago Cubs from contender to mess

Two weeks ago, the Cubs sat on top of the MLB.com power rankings. Now they look like a team trying to survive its own collapse. Chicago’s 12-1 loss to the Pirates on May 26 was a 10th straight defeat, and the disorganization is starting to look as concerning as the losing itself.

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Cubs make impressive MLB history with 10th straight loss

The Cubs etched their name in the history books with their 10th straight loss.

Craig Counsell sounds the alarm again on Chicago Cubs struggles

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MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 27

Pirates 12, Cubs 1: I used to be disgusted. Now I try to be amused

While I was hate-watching the Cubs’ 12-1 loss to the Pirates Tuesday evening, I was ruminating about different ways to write this recap. I thought about doing this: The Cubs lost to the Pirates 12-1, their 10th straight defeat.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 27

Chicago Cubs journeyman officially outrighted to Triple-A Iowa

The Chicago Cubs are looking to get back on track as they are on a nine-game losing streak. They have been trying to shake things up with some lineup changes and call-ups.

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The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 27

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — May 27

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Todd Hundley, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 2006 – At Fenway Park, Curt

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26

Billy Goat curse may be back as Cubs’ losing streak hits 10

Back on the 15th of May, the Chicago Cubs were sitting pretty atop the NL Central standings. They moved to 29-16 on the season after scoring a 10-5 win over their archrival, the Chicago White Sox.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 26

3 Takeaways After Cubs Spiral to NL Central's Worst With 10th Straight Loss

Make that 10 consecutive losses for the Chicago Cubs, who at the moment look like a shell of what they once were. They're tied for last place in the NL Central, and things look bleaker than ever.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 27

Craig Counsell provides Matthew Boyd update

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a terrible stretch of action and need to figure out ways to win. They are dealing with some injuries on the starting pitching front.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 26

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Josiah Hartshorn moves to South Bend

Some movement in the system today as outfielder Josiah Hartshorn and right-hander Mason McGwire were promoted from Low-A Myrtle Beach to High-A South Bend.

Matt Boyd News / ESPN / May 26

Cubs LHP Boyd scheduled for two rehab starts

Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd is scheduled to make the first of what is expected to be two rehab starts for Triple-A Iowa on Sunday.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26

Cubs’ Jed Hoyer drops honest admission amid Justin Steele’s injury recovery

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele is continuing to recover from a forearm strain. While there is no specific timeline for his return, the Cubs would obviously love to have him back in the rotation at some point this season.

Jaxon Wiggins News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 26

Cubs top pitching prospect receives pivotal injury update

As the Chicago Cubs try to climb up the NL Central standings, they are once again in need of pitching. If they were to look to the minor leagues for help, top prospect Jaxon Wiggins would be one of their top options.

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Kevin Alcantara News / ChiCitySports / May 26

Cubs are sabotaging one of their top prospects before the trade deadline

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a nine-game losing streak and are looking for any type of spark as they continue to slide in the NL Central standings, and over the weekend, they recalled outfielder Kevin Alcantara with the hope that he could jumpstart their offense.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / May 26

Justin Steele Still Weeks from Throwing Baseball, Matthew Boyd Starting Sunday for I-Cubs, Jaxon Wiggins Still Not Game-Ready

The Cubs have already had boatloads of bad pitching news, and things didn’t get any better as Jordan Wicks allowed five runs in the 1st inning of his 2026 debut.

Ben Brown News / ChiCitySports / May 26

Ben Brown has given the Chicago Cubs exactly what they needed in rotation

Chicago Cubs pitcher Ben Brown has now made three starts since returning to the rotation, a role that may be new for him this season but is far from unfamiliar overall.

Justin Steele News / On Tap Sports Net / May 26

Justin Steele Update: Cubs Say He’s Headed In The Right Direction

The Chicago Cubs needed some good news as much as anyone in Major League Baseball, and it looks like they got some. This time it’s regarding the future of the starting rotation.

Craig Kimbrel News / ChiCitySports / May 26

Chicago Cubs: former All-Star closer signs with Tampa Bay Rays

The Chicago Cubs signed Craig Kimbrel to be their closer back in 2019. At the time of his signing, he was already an eight-time All-Star with 333 career saves and a career ERA of 1.91.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 26

Cubs vs Pirates Lineup: Can Wicks Impress? A Familiar Look, A Better Bregman, More

The Chicago Cubs are trying to do the unthinkable: A ten-game winning streak and a ten-game losing streak all in 30 days! Who: Chicago Cubs (29-25) at Pittsburgh Pirates (28-26) Where: PNC Park When: 5:45 PM CT Watch: Marquee Sports Network Listen: 104.3 The Score 1.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 26

How the Cubs' Ugly Free Fall Has Impacted Their Playoff Odds

A lot can change in 10 days. Just ask the Chicago Cubs, whose unprecedented nine-game skid has taken them from atop the NL Central on May 16 all the way down to the outside looking in.

Chicago Cubs News / HITC / May 26

Why the Chicago Cubs are not using Kevin Alcántara during their worst slump of the year

The Chicago Cubs called up one of the loudest power bats in Triple-A during a brutal losing streak. Then they barely used him. The Cubs lost 2-1 to the Pirates on Memorial Day, extending their losing streak to nine games and dropping them to 2-13 over their last 15 after what had recently looked like one of baseball’s hottest stretches.

Jordan Wicks News / Field Level Media / May 26

Cubs turn to Jordan Wicks vs. Pirates, hope to stave off 10th straight loss

Jordan Wicks will make his season debut on Tuesday night as the Chicago Cubs try to snap a season-long nine-game losing streak when they face the host Pittsburgh Pirates.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / May 25

Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers

In making the 2026 Memorial Day holiday a memorable one, the Houston Astros put together an historic performance in a win over their in-state rival, the Texas Rangers, on Monday night.

Rangers offense reaches rock bottom in no-hit loss to Astros

Jacob Misiorowski dominates again as Brewers continue hot stretch

Guardians' Tanner Bibee ties record for home runs given up in a game

White Sox back above .500 as Rikuu Nishida shines in MLB debut

Dodgers' Roki Sasaki has turned a corner over his last four starts

Red Sox's Garrett Crochet progressing well after injury

Edward Cabrera News / Field Level Media / May 24