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Cubs Expected to Aggressively Pursue Justin Steele Replacement Before Trade Deadline

The Chicago Cubs have a few key issues they need to solve to be among the top contenders for the 2025 World Series. With a stacked offense and a demonstrably improved bullpen, the only problem is starting pitching.

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Chicago Cubs SP Justin Steele asks question about base running, names teammate MVP

The Chicago Cubs enter their contest on Wednesday against the Washington Nationals sporting a five-game lead over the St. Louis Cardinals for first place in the NL Central.

Brennen Davis News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Former Cubs Top Prospect, Current Yankees Outfielder Throws Shot at Chicago

What seemed like many years ago, the Chicago Cubs believed they had something with Brennen Davis. Davis, who was one of the top prospects in Major League Baseball at the time, is now playing in the New York Yankees system.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 4

Breaking Down Cubs Team Superlatives for May's Fantastic Performance

It was another fantastic month for the Chicago Cubs in May, with the franchise continuing to prove they are one of the best teams in the National League.

Chris Sale News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Cy Young Award winners' quiz

The 'League leaders in MLB strikeouts since 2000' quiz

The 'MLB 30/30 club' quiz

Aroldis Chapman News / Total Apex Sports / June 4

Report: Chicago Cubs Eyeing Reunion With World Series Champion

The Chicago Cubs are rumored to be involved in the sweepstakes for Aroldis Chapman this summer. The Boston Red Sox have gotten out to a disappointing start to 2025.

Shota Imanaga News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Cubs Given Major Update on Shota Imanaga's Potential Return

The Chicago Cubs have played excellent baseball to start the year, and when factoring in the injuries they’ve faced on the mound, it makes things even more impressive.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 4

Could Cubs Reunite With Former Reliever After Recent Release?

The Chicago Cubs are continuing to build a well-rounded team that should be expected to be in contention for the postseason. That doesn’t mean there aren’t any weaknesses to address ahead of the trade deadline, and most concern surrounds the starting rotation and bullpen.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Cubs Trade Idea Reunites 1.80 ERA Reliever for Postseason Push

The 38-22 Chicago Cubs are a team with few flaws. The lineup, spearheaded by Kyle Tucker, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, and Michael Busch, leads the

Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / June 4

Report: Chicago Cubs Monitoring Colorado Infielder

The Chicago Cubs have been named as one of the teams that are monitoring the availability of Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon. As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the possibility of adding a player of McMahon’s value becomes increasingly enticing for multiple teams.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / June 4

Cubs PCA 4th fastest to ever reach this milestone

Chicago Cubs rising star Pete Crow Armstrong seemingly does something eye popping every night. The young center fielder is an incredible five-tool player, who finds ways to impact ball games.

Kyle Tucker News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 4

Cubs Star Kyle Tucker Makes MLB History With Impressive Start to Season

The Chicago Cubs knew they were taking a risk when they acquired right fielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros in a blockbuster offseason trade. It wasn’t cheap, especially when considering that this could be a one-year rental with the three-time All-Star set to hit free agency after the season.

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / June 4

Electric Chicago Cubs' Star Makes Extremely Rare History as Breakout Season Continues

The breakout season of Pete Crow-Armstrong continued on Tuesday night as the Chicago Cubs beat the Washington Nationals 8-3 in Washington D.C. 'PCA' went 1-for-3 with a double and two stolen bases in the victory, which helped him join an extremely rare class in baseball history.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong's Rare MLB Feat Places Him 4th on Elite List

The Chicago Cubs are rolling in 2025, as their June 3 victory over the Washington Nationals puts them in a tie for the best record in the National League with the New York Mets (who are currently still playing on June 3).

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / June 3

Kyle Tucker Makes Baseball History Amid Cubs Injury Update

Chicago Cubs star right fielder Kyle Tucker is currently sidelined with a jammed finger after an awkward slide into second base on Sunday, June 1. Fortunately,