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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 26
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Shōta Imanaga is the Superhero vs. the Pirates 
It came up in the comments yesterday as to why there is so much talk around a 17-game stretch like this. Every team has at least one and often a couple of these every year.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 26
Cubs 11, Pirates 0: Pete Crow-Armstrong has himself a game…
So after Friday night’s tightly-fought Cubs win over the Pirates, we were discussing where the offense might have disappeared to, as the team scored just three runs, two of them in the 10th inning with the help of the placed runner.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Field Level Media / July 26
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong proving value against Pirates
Pete Crow-Armstrong is making a strong case for National League MVP as he leads the visiting Chicago Cubs in pursuit of a series sweep of the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 26
Chicago Cubs news — Boyd, Happ, Hoerner, PCA, Swanson, Hollowell
Today’s Reflections I don’t want to run through the play-by-play, as Al has covered it all thoroughly. But I’d be remiss: Matthew Boyd — it wasn’t pretty or dominant, but all that matters is that he (and the defense) got out of jams, and the important two numbers: one run allowed over seven innings.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 25
Cubs Minor League Wrap: South Bend falls late to Wisconsin, 6-4
With the Arizona Complex League now over, the following players have been promoted from the ACL Cubs to Low-A Myrtle Beach. Right-hander Geovanny Vazquez Right-hander Julio Valdez Right-hander Freddy Rodriguez Shortstop Fernando Cruz Everyone loses today.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / July 25
Pete Crow-Armstrong fills stat sheet as Cubs plaster Pirates
Pete Crow-Armstrong filled the box score, going 4-for-5 with three runs, two doubles, a two-run home run, three RBIs and a stolen base to power the Chicago Cubs to an 11-0 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / July 25
Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong has made MLB history yet again
At 58-45, the Chicago Cubs have one of the best records in Major League Baseball. However, they are six games back of first place in the National League Central Division.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 25
1 Cubs’ blockbuster that would blow up 2026 MLB trade deadline
The 2026 trade deadline is looming and appears to be one of the most dramatic in recent memory, and no rumor is sending more shockwaves than the potential of a Cubs pursuit of Tigers ace Tarik Skubal.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 25
Chicago Cubs prospects post cryptic messages ahead of trade deadline
The Chicago Cubs are expected to be aggressive buyers ahead of the August 3 MLB trade deadline. With a stressed and strained pitching staff currently manned by emergency fill-ins and castoffs from other teams due to injury, the Cubs need some real impact pitchers on the roster if they’re serious about doing anything in the postseason.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 25
Chicago Cubs: MLB analyst reveals which player is most likely to be traded at the deadline
The Chicago Cubs are 58-45 so far this season, six games back of first place in the National League Central Division. Following a tumultuous first few months of the year, the Cubs were able to weather the storm and have proven once again to be one of the best teams in the National League.
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.
Kevin Gausman News / On Tap Sports Net / July 25
Why Kevin Gausman Might Be the Perfect Trade Deadline Target for the Cubs
If the Chicago Cubs are serious about making a deep postseason run, they need to think beyond adding another back-end starter. They need a pitcher who has been through October, can handle pressure, and still has the ability to miss bats when the game is on the line.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 25
Chicago Cubs: PCA’s overnight transformation defies explanation
The Chicago Cubs have a lot of noteworthy storylines defining this season so far. The mass wave of pitching injuries is probably the biggest one. How could losing four starting pitchers, a closer, and a handful of top relievers not be the biggest and most impactful story of the year?
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 24
Cubs get timely hitting to down Pirates in extras
Dansby Swanson had an RBI single in the 10th inning to fuel the visiting Chicago Cubs in a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday. Pedro Ramirez reached on an infield single to join automatic runner Ian Happ on the bases in the 10th inning.
Drew Pomeranz News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24
Drew Pomeranz Elects Free Agency
Veteran reliever Drew Pomeranz is back on the open market after electing free agency, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. The Cubs designated him for assignment on Monday and sent him through waivers.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24
Ranking the 5 Best Cubs Starting Pitching Targets at the MLB Trade Deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline buzz is only getting louder. In just about 10 days, contenders will have their big-name acquisitions set in stone, and the playoff picture will begin to truly take shape.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 24
Joe Buck reveals favorite World Series-clinching call
Ahead of going into the broadcast wing of the MLB Hall of Fame on Sunday, legendary broadcaster Joe Buck sat down with Bob Costas to discuss all things related to his broadcasting career.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 23
Cubs expected to promote No. 7 prospect James Triantos
In a bit of a surprise move from the Chicago Cubs, a top 10 organizational prospect will likely be making his MLB debut during a three-game weekend series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Craig Counsell News / Yardbarker / July 22
Cubs manager Craig Counsell has simple message for front office ahead of trade deadline
With the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline less than two weeks away, managers of those clubs involved in being buyers are beginning to express their trade deadline wish lists.
Chicago Cubs News / HITC / July 22
WAR stats show exactly where Chicago Cubs need to strengthen on trade deadline
The Chicago Cubs haven’t had the best season so far, and their WAR numbers show what exactly they need to get better at. The Cubs currently sit second in the National League Central Division with a 57-44 record.
Chicago Cubs News / The Spun / July 21
Chicago Police Respond to Fan Being Slapped During National Anthem Confrontation
Chicago Police are aware of the slap that occurred during the national anthem at a recent Cubs game at Wrigley Field. A viral video shows an older Cubs fan slapping a younger fan for not standing up during the playing of the U.S.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / July 21
The Cubs Need a Closer for Their March To the Playoffs
No team makes it through a season without pitching injuries, but few contenders have been tested quite like the Chicago Cubs have. As it currently stands, they have seven bullpen arms that are on the injured list.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / July 21
Police respond to video of Cubs fan getting slapped for not standing during national anthem
Police are issuing a response this week to the viral video of a Chicago Cubs fan getting slapped during the national anthem. A video clip made the rounds
Shota Imanaga News / Yardbarker / July 19
Shota Imanaga is driving Cubs' momentum in NL wild-card race
Despite a 2026 roller coaster ride season for the Chicago Cubs, they remain first in the NL wild-card race, and starting pitcher Shota Imanaga's stability in the rotation has helped them make a push.
Aaron Civale News / Yardbarker / July 18
Cubs continue dumpster diving to fortify pitching staff
The Chicago Cubs keep hoping to catch lightning in a bottle as they look to supplement a battered pitching staff. That quest to find something resembling a competent major league arm continued on Saturday.
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