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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Field Level Media / August 29
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong blasts 3 homers, drives in 6 to thrash Reds
Pete Crow-Armstrong recorded his first three-homer game and drove in six runs to power the host Chicago Cubs to a 17-5 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 29
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong controls NL MVP narrative with three-HR game
Pete Crow-Armstrong put on a performance on Saturday that looked every bit like the National League Most Valuable Player.
Ryan Zeferjahn News / Cubs Insider / August 29
Cubs Hoping More Sinkers, Sliders Will Get Ryan Zeferjahn Right 
The Cubs were confident enough in Ryan Zeferjahn‘s ability to stabilize their bullpen that they parted with Moises Ballesteros and righty pitching prospect Mason McGwire to pry him loose from Anaheim.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29
Shohei Ohtani injury update could be final nail in NL MVP race
Ohtani's chances of shrinking the gap in the NL MVP race took a hit on Saturday.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 29
Cubs vs. Reds Lineup: Matt Shaw's First Start in Months, Tyrone Taylor In, More
The Chicago Cubs blew it ... again. While David Peterson's outing wasn't fantastic, it was enough to put the Cubs in a position to beat the Cincinnati Reds.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29
Five most important MLB players to watch in September
With the final month of MLB's regular season dawning, here are five players who could determine just where their teams land in the postseason.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / August 29
Thomas Ian Nicholas and Bleacher Bum Band at Cubby Bear – FREE – 9/12
Cubs and Rock fans! On September 12th, “The Rookie of the Year”, Thomas Ian Nicholas and TIN Band will be playing a FREE POST GAME SHOW with support from Chicago’s premier Cubs rock group, Bleacher Bum Band.
Seiya Suzuki News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 29
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Seiya Suzuki is the Superhero vs. the Reds
The cosmic irony is far from lost on me that I got comfortable with this team and then it has largely struggled since. This is just the second Cubs loss all year in which they scored eight runs.
Ben Brown News / ChiCitySports / August 28
Chicago Cubs: Brutal Ben Brown update stings amid bullpen collapse
The Chicago Cubs, after a run that was looking more and more like the run of a championship-level team, seem to have lost their way. They’ve now lost three in a row and their NL Wild Card status—which very recently seemed pretty much etched in stone—is suddenly not so secure.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Cubs Reportedly Cut Ties With 21-Year-Old Pitcher on Friday
The Chicago Cubs released 21-year-old right-hander Jhon Rosario from their Single-A affiliate on Friday as the club opened a three-game series against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field.
Ian Happ News / ChiCitySports / August 28
A surprising stat for Chicago Cubs outfielder Ian Happ
An interesting stat was posted on Twitter(X) Thursday morning, involving Cubs outfielder Ian Happ and home run production in certain situations. Thomas Nestico of TJStats posted proportions of home runs hit in “higher leverage” situations across baseball.
Hoby Milner News / Athlon Sports / August 28
Cubs Designate Reliever For Assignment in Surprise Move
The Chicago Cubs made a surprising move to their pitching staff on Friday. The Cubs have designated left-handed relief pitcher Hoby Milner for assignment, according to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand.
Clay Holmes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 28
Cubs fans will appreciate this Clay Holmes admission
National League MVP contender Pete Crow-Armstrong leads all players this season with a +24 fielding run value, per FanGraphs, but Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Clay Holmes does not need to rely on his defensive excellence very often.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 28
Cubs make surprising Hoby Milner roster decision
A prolonged injury stint has now led to a surprising roster decision involving Milner.
Dansby Swanson News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 28
Cubs’ Dansby Swanson takes crucial step forward amid injury recovery
The Chicago Cubs are trying to get healthy at this point in the season, and they’ve gotten some positive updates for some of their players. Dansby Swanson was placed on the 10-day injured list over a week ago after suffering a left oblique strain, but he’s been working his way back on the field.
Seiya Suzuki News / Just Baseball / August 28
Seiya Suzuki Is Hitting His Way to a Massive Payday
Since coming over to Major League Baseball from Japan, Seiya Suzuki has been one of the best and most consistent players in the game. After a solid rookie season in 2022, he has steadily developed into a star and appears to be reaching his full potential in all aspects of the game this year.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 28
Cubs to activate utilityman Matt Shaw ahead of series opener
The Chicago Cubs have long been missing the versatility of their 2022 first-round draft pick Matt Shaw. But Shaw may be ready to return to the bigs.
Ian Happ News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Ian Happ Makes Announcement on Thursday
Now in his 10th season with the organization, Chicago Cubs left fielder Ian Happ is the longest tenured member on the active roster. Happ has been through it all with the Cubs, and this could potentially be his final season with them given he is set to enter unrestricted free agency this offseason.
Ben Brown News / Yardbarker / August 26
Cubs get worrisome Ben Brown update after live BP outing
Brown had been a revelation for the Cubs before landing on the injured list, but it sounds like his expected return will be delayed.
Merrill Kelly News / Larry Brown Sports / August 25
Diamondbacks' Merrill Kelly has profane message for Cubs coach amid sign-stealing controversy
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly has called out Chicago Cubs third base coach Quintin Berry for his alleged “B.S.” behavior.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25
Cubs, Austin Wynns Agree To Minor League Deal
The Cubs are adding veteran catcher Austin Wynns on a minor league contract and assigning him to Triple-A Iowa, reports Iowa broadcaster Jason Kempf. He’d elected free agency after being outrighted by the Rangers last week.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 24
Cubs' Justin Steele gives promising update on return from injury
It's been over 500 days since Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steele threw a pitch in the major leagues. On that day, Steele tossed seven shutout innings against the Texas Rangers in a Cubs win.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 24
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred makes Little League Classic announcement for 2027
Major League Baseball's "Little League Classic" game during the Little League World Series has become a staple in the season schedule.
Ryan Zeferjahn News / Yardbarker / August 22
Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?
Zeferjahn was expected to enter a high-leverage role with the Cubs but that may soon be coming to an end with his performance thus far.
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