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Ian Happ’s Endless Consistency Is Going To Get Him Paid

In an era in which offensive production can fluctuate wildly from year to year, Ian Happ has consistently provided value on both sides of the ball. His

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Shōta Imanaga Finding More Success, Leading MLB in Whiffs by Avoiding Zone

Things got so bad for Shōta Imanaga last season that the Cubs couldn’t trust him to pitch in a decisive postseason game against the Brewers. More than a few even questioned the team’s decision to extend him the $22.025 million qualifying offer after choosing not to exercise his three-year, $57.75 million contract option.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 8

Could the Cubs bolster the rotation by trading for Freddy Peralta?

The Cubs’ starting rotation has actually done pretty well in 2026, considering they lost Cade Horton for the season after two starts, and now are missing Matthew Boyd with an injury for the second time this year (and Boyd has a 6.00 ERA in five starts in 2026).

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 8

Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/08/2025

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 26-12 record after an 8-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. This win secured a four-game series sweep. It also extended the team’s overall winning streak to nine games.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 8

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 38

This whole stretch has been such a whirlwind, there has been no time really spent on narratives. Beginning April 17, the Cubs played 13 games in 13 days.

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25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / May 8

Quantifying Hope: Streak Has Cubs Near 90% Playoff Odds

When we checked in last week, the Cubs’ playoff odds were around 75% as they headed into a weekend series against the Diamondbacks. Seven wins later, things have changed just a little bit.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 8

MLB Rumors: Chicago Cubs Viewed As Ideal Fit For Minnesota Twins Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs made a remarkable start to the 2026 campaign to put themselves among the best teams in the MLB so far this season. The team is on an outstanding run right now despite having a depleted pitching staff with several key injuries.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 8

Cubs vs. Rangers Game 1: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 8

Cubs vs. Rangers: The Chicago Cubs embark on a 10-day road trip with a three-game series against the Texas Rangers this weekend. Game 1 starts at Globe Life Field on Friday evening.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 8

Cubs carry 9-game win streak into opener vs. slumping Rangers

The Chicago Cubs are riding high with nine wins in a row and 19 in their past 22 games. The Texas Rangers have lost seven of their past 10 games, mustering a total of 27 runs in that span.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 8

Chicago Cubs history unpacked, May 8

Free of charge for the discerning reader. A HUGE Happy birthday to Ross Barnes, who was born in 1850 and played on the 1876 White Stockings (Cubs, hence the photo) and was considered the GOAT of MLB upon his death in 1915, and a mighty host of others.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 8

Cubs handing Ben Brown rotation opportunity amid Matthew Boyd injury

One defining storyline of the Chicago Cubs’ 2026 season has been injuries. From free-agent addition Tyler Austin beginning the year on the IL following

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Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 8

Cubs' nine-game win streak makes early-season dominance historic

One big inning was all the Chicago Cubs needed on Thursday to secure to another win, one that clinched a four-game series sweep of the division rival Cincinnati Reds.

Fourth-inning outburst propels Cubs to 15th straight home win

Reds' Tyler Stephenson commits the dumbest blunder of season

Pirates phenom Konnor Griffin has put one elite skill on full display

Nolan Arenado sums up Paul Skenes' stuff after getting shut out

This has been the difference for the Mets amid teased season turnaround

Jose Altuve received an unusual tribute from Houston Zoo

Chicago Cubs News / Ball Exclusives / May 7

The Chicago Cubs are on a historic home winning streak

The Chicago Cubs coasted to an 8-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday, extending their home winning streak to 15 and getting one step closer to history.

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Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7

Cubs accomplish rare feat not seen since 1955 Dodgers

The Chicago Cubs just continue to win baseball games. On Thursday, the Cubs defeated the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 at Wrigley Field, finishing a four-game sweep and winning their ninth straight game.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 7

Cubs connected to Mets’ breakout star in potential trade deadline heist

The Chicago Cubs are on a roll and have been one of the best teams in baseball this season, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some areas in which they should upgrade.

Tyler Ferguson News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 7

Cubs acquire Tyler Ferguson

The Chicago Cubs have acquired right-hander Tyler Ferguson from the Athletics, according to announcements from both clubs. The A’s, who designated him for assignment yesterday, receive cash considerations in return.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 7

Cubs ride 7-run inning to beat Reds for ninth straight win

Shota Imanaga struck out 10 across six innings as the Chicago Cubs completed a four-game sweep of the Cincinnati Reds with an 8-3 victory on Thursday for their 15th straight home win.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 7

Cubs inch closer to franchise history with 15th-straight Wrigley Field win

The Chicago Cubs continued their dominant run at Wrigley Field on Thursday afternoon, beating the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 to complete a four-game sweep and extend the club’s home winning streak to 15 games.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 7

Chicago Cubs good pitching news: The cavalry will be coming!

The Chicago Cubs really shouldn’t be doing what they’re doing right now. They shouldn’t be winning—eight in a row as of this writing and fourteen in a row at home.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 7

Chicago Cubs Roster Moves 05/07/2026

The Chicago Cubs will look to complete the sweep of the Cincinnati Reds this afternoon at Wrigley Field. After three straight walkoff wins t start the series.

Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 7

Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/07/2026

The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 25-12 record and lead the National League Central by 3.5 games. Over the last 24 hours, the club extended its winning streak to eight games.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 7