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On YouTubePete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / May 18
Pete Crow-Armstrong has praise for Chicago White Sox success this season
The first edition of the Crosstown Classic is in the books and it was a thriller. After the Chicago Cubs took game one on Friday, the Chicago White Sox ran away with game two on Saturday.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 18
Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/18/2026
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 29–18 record and maintain a 1.5-game lead in the National League Central. In the last 24 hours, the club dropped a dramatic 9–8 ten-inning decision to the White Sox.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 18
Cubs linked to stunning trade target that will make fans shudder
The Chicago Cubs clearly need some reinforcements between now and the MLB trade deadline, and their recent slide has been concrete evidence of that. While the Cubs do have a pair of 10-game winning streaks under their belt this season, they have now lost six of their last eight games as many of their issues are starting to come to a head.
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.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 18
White Sox have a disturbing new problem following thrilling win over Cubs
The vibes are great for the Chicago White Sox right now, as they just beat the Chicago Cubs two out of three courtesy of a walkoff three-run home run by Edgar Quero, of all people.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 18
Chicago Cubs need to pull the trigger on one more extension
The Chicago Cubs have not been known as a free-spending organization. As a matter of fact, up until this past offseason, Cubs ownership has been blasted for being too conservative and frugal with their money as a major market team.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 18
Chicago Cubs claim another pitcher off waivers, spotlighting roster desperation
The Chicago Cubs, on Monday, claimed right-handed pitcher Christian Roa off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles. The 27-year-old 2020 second-round draft pick of the Cincinnati Reds has bounced around teams and organizations, recently going from the Astros to the Twins to the Orioles via waiver wire before coming to the Cubs.
Christian Roa News / Cubs Insider / May 18
Cubs Claim RHP Christian Roa from Orioles 
Though the Cubs have not officially announced it yet, their transaction log from Sunday showed that they have claimed righty Christian Roa — no relation to Colin Rea — off waivers from the Orioles and optioned him to Triple-A Iowa.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / May 18
Wrigley Field: DraftKings closes betting window, keeps sports bar
DraftKings plans to cease in-person betting operations at Wrigley Field but maintain its entertainment space and sports bar adjacent to the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs.
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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / May 18
Chicago Cubs update: Alex Bregman, Ben Brown, Jacob Webb
The Cubs just completed a 3-6 road trip. They were outscored 41-33 and those numbers are only that “good” because the first game of the trip was a 7-1 win over the Rangers.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 18
Exhaustive Search for Cubs Bullpen Help Continues with Another Waiver Claim
The Chicago Cubs kept the carousel going this weekend with another waiver claim. No team in baseball has been hit with more bullpen injuries than the Cubbies.
Chicago Cubs News / Total Pro Sports / May 18
Chicago Cubs Could Part Ways With $804,500 Star Ahead Of Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs are a major force in the National League this year. They have already recorded two 10-game winning streaks in the MLB thus far. They are certainly reaping the benefits of their spending in the free agent market during the offseason.
The Cubs are 29-18 and in first place, but one short slump has the Brewers series carrying real weight
The Chicago Cubs remain at the top of the NL Central, but their weekend against the White Sox left them with a clear warning before the Brewers visit Wrigley Field.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / May 18
DraftKings Sportsbook At Wrigley Field Ending Betting Operations
After just two seasons of full functionality, DraftKings Sportsbook announced it is ending its retail sportsbook operations at its Wrigley Field location.
Javier Assad News / On Tap Sports Net / May 18
Roster Move Reveals Cubs Long-Term Plan For Javier Assad
On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs announced utility pitcher Javier Assad was optioned back to Triple-A Iowa. Assad had been serving time in the bullpen for the Cubs since returning to the main roster earlier this season.
Michael Conforto News / Field Level Media / May 18
Michael Conforto adds to mix for Cubs against division-rival Brewers
The last time the Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers met, it ended with a dogpile after Milwaukee clinched a Game 5 win in the National League Division Series in October.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 18
Jamison Taillon’s meltdown puts more pressure on the Cubs
Jamison Taillon’s 2026 season began with a warning sign during spring training. Before leaving to pitch for Team Canada during the World Baseball Classic, Taillon had made four starts and gone 0-3 with a 22.18 ERA.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / May 17
Chicago Cubs News & Notes 05/17/2026
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 29-17 record and maintain their lead in the NL Central. The last 24 hours included a difficult afternoon on the South Side.
Ian Happ News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 17
Here’s the proof the wind absolutely hates the Cubs’ Ian Happ with a passion
Ian Happ went viral for taking advantage of a big Cincinnati Reds miscue one week ago. But the Chicago Cubs left fielder trended for a different reason Sunday: Because the winds of the Windy City weren’t on his side against the White Sox in the 9-8 defeat.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / May 17
Cubs add LHP Ty Blach, option LHP Javier Assad
The Chicago Cubs selected the contract of left-hander Ty Blach from Triple-A Iowa on Sunday. In corresponding moves, the Cubs optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A and transferred right-hander Hunter Harvey to the 60-day injured list.
Matt Boyd News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 16
Cubs' Matthew Boyd is Doing Way Better That Expected After Surgery
The Matthew Boyd news has only gotten better and better for the Chicago Cubs. After the veteran arm suffered a fluke meniscus injury earlier this month, the organization shared that his return timeline was shorter than expected.
Michael Conforto News / Just Baseball / May 15
Michael Conforto Is Back To Mashing Righties
Heading into Spring Training, the Chicago Cubs lacked a clear-cut outfield option off the bench. The team struggled to get any production from non-starters last season.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 15
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong performing as defensive prowess
The Cubs have been able to sustain the lead in the NL Central for several reasons, but one keen factor is PCA's defensive abilities.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 13
Braves become MLB's first team to reach early-season milestone
Wednesday was a monumental day for MLB's top early-season team. The Atlanta Braves clinched their series with the Chicago Cubs, winning the second game of the three-game set 4-1.
Liam Hendriks News / Yardbarker / May 13
Cubs sign three-time All-Star reliever to minor-league contract
The Chicago Cubs have made an interesting addition to their organizational bullpen depth.
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