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Chicago Cubs: Analyst feels team is hobbling young pitcher with psychological crutch

The Chicago Cubs starting rotation has taken it on the chin so far in this 2025 campaign. They lost lefty ace Justin Steele for the season in early April due to elbow injury.

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Cubs Star Prospect Leads Knoxville Smokies To First No-Hitter Since 2022

The Chicago Cubs are having a fantastic season at the Major League level. They are in first place in the National League Central division and a win Sunday would mean a weekend series victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / June 15

A Closer Look at the Cubs’ Recent Offensive Struggles

The Chicago Cubs’ 43-28 record this year puts them atop the National League Central and second overall in the NL. They owe the bulk of their success to their offense.

Jed Hoyer News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 14

Cubs Insider Tempers Expectations About Pitchers They Might Land at Deadline

Jed Hoyer flat out said what the Chicago Cubs are going after at the trade deadline. Pitching is a must for the Cubs, especially with a bullpen unit that is still shaky and a starting rotation that has their two best pitchers on the shelf -- one for the rest of the season and one who is still working his way back.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 14

Astros remain AL's hottest team with walk-off win against Twins

The Houston Astros have lifted off.

Jose Altuve, Astros show true potential in win over Twins

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 14

Four Cubs Prospects Who Could Become Trade Chips at This Year's Deadline

The Chicago Cubs have had a great start to the year and are squarely in the World Series contender conversation. With their window currently shortened by the fact that Kyle Tucker has not been signed to an extension, expect the Cubs to get aggressive at the trade deadline and go after top talent.

Shota Imanaga News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Cubs Get Positive Update on Shota Imanaga

The Cubs got good news this week on the much-anticipated return on Shota Imanaga. Imanaga pitched two innings in an Arizona Complex League game on Monday, and struck out four batters on 25 pitches, according to pitching coach Tommy Hottovy.

Dansby Swanson News / Field Level Media / June 14

Dansby Swanson's homer lifts Cubs over Pirates

Matthew Boyd threw six quality innings, and Dansby Swanson hit a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning to propel the Chicago Cubs to a 2-1 victory over the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday afternoon.

Paul Skenes News / ChiCitySports / June 14

The Cubs are doing one thing nobody else can vs Paul Skenes

The Chicago Cubs have had the most opportunities of any team against Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, facing him six times out of his 38 career starts.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 14

Chicago Cubs rookie pitcher showcases elite chops, wants all the smoke

The Chicago Cubs lost a rough one on Friday, dropping a 2-1 nail-biter in the 10th inning. It was especially rough since it was actually a winnable contest against Pirates ace Paul Skenes, arguably the best pitcher in all of baseball.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 14

Chicago Cubs veteran has become a low-key team MVP

The Chicago Cubs have had a pretty charmed 2025 so far. They’re in first place atop the NL Central Division. They possess one of the most potent and versatile offenses in the game.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 14

Cubs Should Go All-In for Braves Ace in Blockbuster Trade To Fix Rotation

The Chicago Cubs are having an excellent season so far, but to help ensure they are in the best position to succeed in October, they will have to make some upgrades.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 14

Chicago Cubs Rumored Trade Target Now Not Expected to be Moved

The Chicago Cubs are shaping up as World Series contenders with a strong lead on the National League Central. While the offense has been playoff-caliber with the third-best wRC+ in baseball (117), the pitching staff needs help, and the Cubs plan to prioritize the starting rotation and bullpen at the trade deadline.

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 14

Embattled Chicago Cubs Closer Credits Ian Happ for His Turnaround

On May 9, Chicago Cubs reliever Ryan Pressly was humbled in front of the fans at Wrigley Field. The 36-year-old closer, who was supposed to be their answer in the ninth inning, found himself lit up like a Christmas tree against the San Francisco Giants.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14

Cubs out to boost run production vs. improving Pirates

There has been a common theme in the Chicago Cubs' recent losses: an inability to produce with runners on base. It's something the Cubs will look to rectify on Saturday when they host the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third matchup of a four-game set.

Paul Skenes News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 13

Chicago Cubs Hold Paul Skenes to Five or Fewer Innings for Second Time in 2025

Paul Skenes has an argument for the best starting pitcher in baseball for his power and ability to throw strikes at will. His knack for pounding the zone has led him to be one of the best distance starters in the MLB.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 13

Chicago Cubs Should Seek Reunion With Nationals Pitcher Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Chicago Cubs have announced their presence as contenders in the National League with a 41-27 record entering play on June 12. They are five games ahead of the St.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong Made Insane History Against Pirates

The Chicago Cubs have seen their centerfielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong, turn into one of the best players in all of baseball this season. While he's been impressing on the field, he did something that no one else in the last decade has done, and it's an insane feat.

Shota Imanaga News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 13

As Shota Imanaga Nears Return, Chicago Cubs Urgently Need Rotation Help

There is growing momentum for the return of Shota Imanaga to the Chicago Cubs’ rotation. On Thursday, Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Imanaga is preparing to throw in his second Arizona Complex League game on Saturday as he continues his recovery from a hamstring injury.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Jed Hoyer Makes Questionable Comments on Kyle Tucker's Cubs Future

Under no circumstances should Jed Hoyer have a job if Chicago Cubs star Kyle Tucker walks in free agency. Unless the ownership group is too cheap to allow Hoyer to re-sign him to a massive long-term extension, it should be viewed as a failure if Tucker doesn't have Cubs blue on next season.