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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 19
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — June 19 
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Blake Parker, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1846 – First officially recognized baseball game (played by Cartwright Rules) – NY Nine defeats the NY Knickerbockers 23-1 in Hoboken, New Jersey, and other stories as well.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / June 19
Cubs Option Top Prospect Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa for Reset
The Chicago Cubs have optioned top catching and designated hitter prospect Moisés Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday, June 18, to give the 22-year-old more consistent playing time and a chance to work on mechanical issues.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 19
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Three HRs lead Smokies past Lookouts
I’m sure there will be an article on it after it is officially announced, but the Cubs transactions page notes that catcher Moisés Ballesteros has been demoted to Triple-A Iowa.
The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz
Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 19
Chicago Cubs option struggling slugger to Iowa
The past six weeks or so haven’t been kind for the Chicago Cubs. They went from leading the NL Central to sitting in fourth place and watching rival Milwaukee take over the division.
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.
Owen Ayers News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18
MLB News: Owners propose major changes to MLB Draft
As part of the current collective bargaining agreement talks, Major League Baseball has proposed a radical overhaul of the MLB Draft. The changes include not only the introduction of an international draft (which MLB has been advocating for a while) but the end of draft eligibility for high school players and the ability to trade picks.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / June 18
Moisés Ballesteros Optioned to AAA
Moisés Ballesteros has endured some growing pains in what could have been his first full season in Chicago, but his performance of late convinced the Cubs that he needs a little get-right time in Iowa.
Michael Busch News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Michael Busch is walking a lot more this year
Michael Busch has quietly been one of the better Cubs hitters recently and has notably increased his walk rate so far this season. Last year, he walked at a 9.5% clip in 155 games during his 140 wRC+ season.
Moises Ballesteros News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Cubs Demote Top Prospect in Surprise Roster Move
It was an eventful off-day for the Chicago Cubs as a surprise demotion of a top prospect made headlines in the Windy City. According to the team's transaction report, the Cubs demoted top prospect Moises Ballesteros to Triple-A Iowa on Thursday.
Edward Cabrera News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 18
Cubs Get Positive Edward Cabrera News, But Can He Finally Step Up?
The Chicago Cubs received a rare dose of good injury news. Ahead of Wednesday's victory over the Colorado Rockies, starting arm Edward Cabrera could be seen throwing on the field.
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.
Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / June 18
The Short Porch is short on Cubs pitching
Last night the Cubs were able to take a series from the Colorado Rockies after winning 8-6 at Wrigley Field. However, the devil was really in the details of this particular victory.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs stay outside top-10 in ESPN’s latest power rankings for 1 big reason
The Chicago Cubs, prior to the start of the 2026 regular season, were predicted by many to be one of the best teams in Major League Baseball. And for a good portion of the year early on, they were.
Reid Detmers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 18
Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Angels’ Reid Detmers
The Chicago Cubs entered 2026 with sky-high expectations and a rotation built to compete. Then the injury bug arrived, and it never left. With Cade Horton
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs predicted to deal top prospect in season-salvaging move
The Chicago Cubs aren’t in the good place they wanted to occupy at this point of the season. As of this writing, they sport a 39-36 record, but are eight games behind the first place Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 18
Cubs Determined to Address Clear Weakness Before Trade Deadline
The Chicago Cubs' starting rotation has not been at full strength all season. They have a handful of players currently on the injured list, including Matthew Boyd, Justin Steele, Jameson Taillon and Cade Horton.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 18
Breakout Cubs Prospects You Need to Know: Josiah Hartshorn, Owen Ayers, More
Things may be looking bleak at the moment for the Chicago Cubs at the big-league level, but a few pleasant surprises down in the minors are piquing the interest of fans and the media alike.
Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs: Dansby Swanson talks on moving forward after another series win
The Chicago Cubs improved to 39-36 on the season following their 8-6 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night. Significantly, it gave them their second series win a row.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong is not 'buying into' team’s recent success
The Chicago Cubs are 39-36 on the season following their convincing win over the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night. With the victory, Chicago has clinched their second series victory in a row.
Matt Boyd News / Just Baseball / June 18
Can Matthew Boyd Save the Cubs’ Rotation?
Entering the 2026 season, confidence was generally high in the Chicago Cubs‘ starting rotation. They had a mix of young arms coming off strong seasons and veterans who’ve been steady forces for years.
Dansby Swanson News / Inside The Diamonds / June 18
Chicago Cubs Notebook: Seven Run 7th, Swanson Goes Deep, & A Trade with Boston Heating Up
The Chicago Cubs currently hold a 39-36 record following a series-clinching victory at Wrigley Field. Over the last 24 hours, the team secured an 8-6 win against the Colorado Rockies.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 17
Seven-run inning carries Cubs to series victory over Rockies
Dansby Swanson hit a two-run homer and Matt Shaw had a two-run triple as the host Chicago Cubs scored seven runs in the second inning to beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 on Wednesday.
Seiya Suzuki News / Yardbarker / June 17
Yankees highlight list of potential Seiya Suzuki trade landing spots
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the most inconsistent teams in Major League Baseball this season, and they may elect to sell ahead of the trade deadline.
Edward Cabrera News / Field Level Media / June 16
Cubs' Edward Cabrera exits early vs. Rockies due to hand cramp
Chicago Cubs starter Edwin Cabrera left Tuesday's home game against the Colorado Rockies in the fifth inning with what the team called a cramp in his right hand.
Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16
Cubs Place Daniel Palencia On IL With Elbow Inflammation
The Cubs have placed closer Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list with elbow inflammation. Right-hander Gavin Hollowell has been recalled to take his place on the roster.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / June 16
Pete Crow-Armstrong spoiled his own cycle with boneheaded mistake
Pete Crow-Armstrong went from hitting for the cycle to walking back to the dugout in shame in a matter of seconds. The Chicago Cubs center fielder needed just a single to complete the cycle against the Colorado Rockies when he came up to the plate to lead off the bottom of the 7th inning Monday at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 15
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong hits for first cycle of 2026 season
Not many hitters were hotter than Chicago Cubs superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong at the plate entering Monday.
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