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Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 9
Cubs make Javier Assad decision ahead of Nationals series
It was known that the Chicago Cubs would have some tough decisions to make surrounding their starting rotation.
Shelby Miller News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 9
Could the Cubs Get Shelby Miller Back in Time Be a Playoff X-Factor?
The Chicago Cubs may have one last card up their sleeve as they look to bolster their pitching department. Obviously, a slew of moves were made at the deadline to improve their starter rotation and depth.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Miguel Amaya News / Cubs Insider / August 9
Watch: Cubs Pouring it On as Amaya Crushes Three-Run Bomb 
Ian Happ went deep in the top of the 6th inning with a two-run shot, extending the Cubs’ lead in Kansas City to 7-2. Miguel Amaya, not to be outdone, did him one better.
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.
Ian Happ News / Cubs Insider / August 9
Watch: Ian Happ Goes Yard in Kansas City to Build on Cubs’ Lead
Ian Happ has been scuffling lately, but his power is starting to show up in Kansas City. He belted a home run in yesterday’s game — his first since July 30 in Saint Louis — and he’s just gone yard again.
Clay Holmes News / ChiCitySports / August 9
Chicago Cubs encouraged to extend Clay Holmes despite rough first start
The Chicago Cubs’ newest starting pitcher Clay Holmes didn’t have a great debut outing with the team. Pitching against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on Saturday, the veteran right-hander allowed four earned runs in four innings pitched, with six hits and two walks.
MLB News / Sports Media Watch / August 9
MLB Network rookie Eric Hosmer latest in growing pipeline of new baseball analysts
The following article "MLB Network rookie Eric Hosmer latest in growing pipeline of new baseball analysts" originally appeared on Sports Media Watch. When Eric Hosmer hoisted the Commissioner’s Trophy victorious as a World Series champion with the Kansas City Royals, it was the realization of a life’s dream.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 9
Chicago Cubs predicted to sign three-time All-Star outfielder this offseason
The Chicago Cubs are pushing forward, looking to make a deep run in the postseason with a roster fortified with some much-needed pitching pickups at the trade deadline.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 9
Cubs vs. Royals Lineup: No Suzuki, Pete Crow-Armstrong Back at DH, More
For the second straight day, the Chicago Cubs watched one of their newest starters make their debut. And, unfortunately, it didn't go nearly as well as the series opener.
Ian Happ News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 9
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Ian Happ is the Superhero vs. the Royals
It is prudent by starting out with a big thank you to Al for filling in for me for the last week plus while I vacationed with my family. Midseason vacations
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 / Viral Sports News / August 9
Chicago Cubs Part Ways With Long-Time MLB Veteran
The Chicago Cubs made a roster move during their recent series against the Kansas City Royals that quietly closed a chapter for a veteran pitcher. Right-hander Jake Woodford, who had spent parts of seven seasons in the majors, elected free agency after the team designated him for assignment earlier in the week.
Matt Shaw News / On Tap Sports Net / August 9
Cubs Provide Injury Update on Matt Shaw (And It’s Not Good)
Cubs manager Craig Counsell provided an update on third baseman Matt Shaw, and it’s certainly not what Cubs fans were looking to hear. Shaw was originally placed on the 10-day injured list on June 29 with a left-hand sprain, his second IL stint after a back injury earlier in the season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9
Royals' Jac Caglianone's historic performance indicative of improbable season
Despite the overall struggles of the team throughout the 2026 season, Jac Caglianone continues to show the future can be bright for the Kansas City Royals.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Royals' Jac Caglianone joins exclusive company with stellar performance
The Kansas City Royals have been among the worst teams in MLB this season. On Saturday night, though, their star first baseman Jac Caglianone put on a performance against the Chicago Cubs that just few players in franchise history have been able to replicate.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8
Clay Holmes appears rusty in Cubs debut against Royals
The Chicago Cubs entered their weekend series against the Kansas City Royals with high expectations for the team debuts of right-handers Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / August 8
Chicago Cubs: Is Matt Shaw done in Chicago? Injury update may open the exit door
The Chicago Cubs had asked a lot of sophomore Matt Shaw this season. After seemingly winning the starting third base gig with a solid surge at the end of his 2025 rookie season, the Cubs’ 2023 first round draft pick’s status as every day third baseman only last until January.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7
Kevin Gausman guides Cubs to fifth straight win in impressive debut
Kevin Gausman delivered a strong first impression in his Chicago Cubs debut Friday night, working seven innings in a 6-4 victory over the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium.
Andrew Wantz News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7
Cubs Re-Sign Andrew Wantz To Minor League Deal
The Cubs re-signed reliever Andrew Wantz to a minor league contract yesterday, reports Tommy Birch of The Des Moines Register. He had briefly elected free agency after being outrighted over the weekend.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 7
Cubs have tough pitching decisions to make ahead of weekend series
Chicago now has seven healthy starting pitchers ready and available. That number will likely need to be shortened, making for some tough roster decisions in the coming days.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 6
Pete Crow-Armstrong steals another win for the Cubs
When trailing 2-0 with two outs and two strikes in the bottom of the ninth inning, it appeared the Chicago Cubs were headed for a disappointing shutout loss. Enter Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 6
Cubs recall newly acquired pitcher Braxton Garrett from Triple-A
The Chicago Cubs have recalled newly acquired left-handed pitcher Braxton Garrett from Triple-A.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 5
Pete Crow-Armstrong's $115M contract already turning into a steal for Cubs
When the Chicago Cubs signed centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to a six-year, $115 million contract extension back in March, it looked like a boom-or-bust contract.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / August 5
Cubs Gear Up for World Series Push With Strong Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs were already one of the National League’s top teams entering the trade deadline. Their offense has been among the best in baseball, but injuries had left the pitching staff scrambling to stay afloat.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 5
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani, Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong make history together
"Anything you can do, I can do better." That might be what Pete Crow-Armstrong was thinking ahead of his leadoff home run in the bottom of the first inning of the Chicago Cubs' matchup with the visiting Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday.
Tarik Skubal News / Yardbarker / August 5
Not even Tarik Skubal can snap the Dodgers' losing streak
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the Tarik Skubal trade-deadline sweepstakes, and the southpaw did not disappoint in his Dodgers debut. However, even Skubal couldn't keep the Dodgers from dropping their fifth consecutive game.
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