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MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 13
Nationals 7, Cubs 0: Michael Busch breaks up Cade Cavalli’s no-hit bid in the seventh 
It was bound to happen. The Cubs offense has been so good lately that you knew if they ran into a good, hot pitcher they’d probably get stymied. And that was what happened Thursday afternoon at Nationals Park.
Kevin Gausman News / Yardbarker / August 13
Kevin Gausman struggles in second start with Cubs
Kevin Gausman's time with the Chicago Cubs has gotten off to a roller coaster start through two outings.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 13
Cubs vs. Nationals Lineup: No Nico Hoerner? Kevin Gausman's Second Game, More
The Washington Nationals have made the Chicago Cubs' offense work over these first two games, but they have yet to squeak out a win. Can the Cubs ensure things stay that was this afternoon and lock in the series sweep?
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Edward Cabrera News / Viral Sports News / August 13
Cubs Announce Surprising Edward Cabrera News Amid Nationals Series
Chicago Cubs right-hander Edward Cabrera is expected to return from the injured list in a late-inning relief role, according to a report Thursday from team insider Bruce Levine.
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 / ChiCitySports / August 13
Chicago Cubs weigh unconventional options for last bullpen spot—including Cabrera, Steele, Wiggins
The Chicago Cubs have worked themselves into an excellent spot after this latest extended winning streak. They are now 6.5 games ahead of the San Diego Padres, owning the top Wild Card spot in the National League.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / August 13
Alex Bregman has come alive for the Chicago Cubs—at the perfect time
The Chicago Cubs went out and got the third baseman of their dreams this past offseason when they signed three-time All-Star Alex Bregman to a 5-year, $175 million contract.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 13
A look at remaining schedules for the Cubs and Brewers
Perhaps it’s a bit early for this, but with the Cubs having crept to within three games of the NL Central lead, I thought it would be worth looking at the teams’ remaining schedules, a good discussion topic.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 13
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman is the Superhero vs. the Nationals
I lead off with my overriding impression of this game and, in fact, the first two games of this series. Future me is not looking forward to playing this Nationals team a year or two from now.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Cubs' rookie Pedro Ramirez earns ultimate praise from Dansby Swanson
Ramirez's success has caught the attention of his teammates, especially veteran shortstop Dansby Swanson.
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 / Field Level Media / August 13
Kevin Gausman, apparently settled in with Cubs, looks to lead sweep of Nationals
Alex Bregman finally is getting comfortable with the Chicago Cubs. Kevin Gausman appears to be feeling that way, too, in much shorter order. Both will try to help the Cubs complete a three-game sweep on the road against the Washington Nationals on Thursday afternoon.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 13
Chicago Cubs news — Bregman, Suzuki, Hoerner, PCA, Webb
Today’s Reflections Wellll ….. that was not a very well-pitched game. We nearly always expect a HR to be given up by Shota Imanaga each game, but Tuesday night, Imanaga gave up three home runs, one a two-run shot.
Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 13
3 Takeaways After Alex Bregman's Career Night Helps Cubs Crush Nationals
Alex Bregman, take a bow! The Chicago Cubs' third baseman had a career game, hitting 3 home runs for the first time in his career and also driving in a career-best 7 runs.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 12
Craig Counsell credits Alex Bregman for driving the bus vs. Nationals
The Chicago Cubs notched their third straight victory with a 12-6 win over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday. Alex Bregman’s three home runs were a major factor.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals
On a night when Pete Crow-Armstrong went only 1-for-6, another Chicago Cubs player carried the team to victory in the middle game of their series with the Washington Nationals.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 12
3 players who will make or break Cubs’ chances of winning NL Central
The Chicago Cubs enter Wednesday at 70-50, four games behind the 74-46 Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central. Both clubs have 42 games remaining, allowing the Cubs enough time to erase the deficit.
Phil Maton News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 12
Phil Maton Diagnosed With Partially Torn Patellar Tendon
Cubs setup man Phil Maton has been on the injured list three times due to what’s been labeled tendinitis in his right knee this season, but Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune reports that Maton has now been diagnosed with a partial tear of the patellar tendon in that knee.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / August 12
Chicago Cubs: Matt Shaw may be running out of time for 2026 return
The Chicago Cubs had big plans for Matt Shaw—even after their initial big plans for him were put aside this offseason. Signing three-time All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman to a 5-year, $175 million contract over the winter pushed Shaw to a super-sub utility role, but it didn’t scrub the 2023 no.1 draft pick from the team’s long-term plans.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 11
Cubs belt 3 homers, extend hot streak with win over Nationals
Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki each had two hits including a solo home run and the Chicago Cubs held on to beat the Nationals 8-6 on Tuesday in Washington.
Chicago Cubs News / The Lead / August 11
Can Pete Crow-Armstrong Steal the NL MVP?
The landscape for Major League Baseball’s most surefire award is beginning to shift. Since preseason predictions, no other name besides Shohei Ohtani was mentioned for the NL Most Valuable Player award.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 10
Shohei Ohtani’s knee injury has opened the door in NL MVP race
This is suddenly a real argument.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 10
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.
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
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.
Braxton Garrett 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.
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