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Josiah Hartshorn News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 22

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Josiah Hartshorn hits his 20th HR in South Bend win

The Iowa Cubs scrambled the Toledo Mud Hens (Tigers), 7-3 in ten innings. Jordan Wicks continues to pitch well in August. Tonight, he allowed two runs on four hits over a five-inning start.

Matt Boyd News / ChiCitySports / August 22

The Chicago Cubs have a Matthew Boyd concern on their hands

Calling Friday night’s game in Seattle frustrating is an understatement. The Cubs’ 6-5 loss in extras was defined by several factors, including another “blah” start from Matthew Boyd.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 22

The 3 Biggest Questions for the Chicago Cubs Down the Stretch

The Chicago Cubs have made a lot of miracles happen this year. Somehow, they've managed to still be a steadfast playoff contender even with the sheer bad injury luck that has hampered the team for nearly the entire season.

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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?

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Kade Anderson News / Yardbarker / August 22

Kade Anderson's MLB debut for Mariners was a mixed bag

Seattle Mariners' No. 1 pitching prospect Kade Anderson made his long-awaited MLB debut on Saturday night against the Chicago Cubs.

Craig Kimbrel joins rare history as Royals extend winning streak

Angels star Mike Trout makes history vs. Rangers

Reds' JJ Bleday hits for fourth MLB cycle this season

Luis Rengifo has become a vital weapon for Padres

Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?

Ketel Marte spotted at casino during Diamondbacks game

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / August 22

Cubs vs Mariners Lineup: No Ian Happ, Alcantara Starts, an MLB Debut, More

The Chicago Cubs dropped their Friday night matchup with the Seattle Mariners 6-5 in the 10th inning after Leo Rivas' walk-off RBI single. Despite two home runs from Alex Bregman, including the game-tying solo homer in the top of the 9th, the Cubs were unable to overcome a 4-run second inning by the Mariners.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 22

Chicago Cubs: Craig Counsell explains Javier Assad demotion

On Friday, before the start of a three-game series with the Mariners in Seattle and amid a flurry of roster moves, the Chicago Cubs announced that pitcher Javier Assad had been optioned to Triple-A Iowa, again.

Matt Shaw News / Viral Sports News / August 22

Chicago Cubs Reveal New Matt Shaw Injury Update

The Chicago Cubs dropped a close 6-5 decision to the Seattle Mariners on Friday night at T-Mobile Park, opening their series on the road with a hard-fought loss that left them searching for answers in the National League Central race.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 22

Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman is the Bizarro Kyle Tucker

The Chicago Cubs are definitely not having Kyle Tucker non-buyer’s remorse. After a rough and disappointing end to his 2025 season with the Cubs, the team seemed to make virtually no effort in re-signing the right fielder.

Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 22

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman is the Superhero vs. the Mariners

If you were an outsider to Cubs/Mariners on Friday night, it was a thrilling back and forth game. The Mariners appear to be a team on the outside looking in, though they are within striking distance of a division title in a down year for the AL West.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 22

Can Cubs fix their Ryan Zeferjahn issue?

Zeferjahn was expected to enter a high-leverage role with the Cubs but that may soon be coming to an end with his performance thus far.

In search of 'spark,' Mariners' Kade Anderson to make debut vs. Cubs

Mariners rebound from tough start, walk off Cubs in 10

The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / August 22

Another Pete Crow-Armstrong leadoff home run has him moving up Cubs single season leaderboard

Chicago Cubs MVP candidate Pete Crow-Armstrong has had quite the week. His heroics during the White Sox series, including a leadoff home run and a walk-off homer in the same game before leading off the following contest with another home run, made MLB history and grabbed headlines.

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Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 22

Mariners 6, Cubs 5: Alex Bregman homers twice, but then there’s that RISPy business

SEATTLE — To begin this recap of Friday night’s 6-5 Cubs 10-inning loss to the Mariners, I thought it would be appropriate to give you this fact from BCB’s JohnW53, because this is the primary reason the Cubs lost this game: The Cubs’ 1 for 16 with runners in scoring position was their worst with one hit this season.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21

Daniel Palencia’s Ichiro Suzuki PS2 memory will make fans feel old

Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia recently shared a funny story about baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki—a tale that is sure to make longtime fans realize how much time has truly passed.

Owen Miller News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Cubs Designate Owen Miller For Assignment

The Cubs announced they’ve designated infielder Owen Miller for assignment and optioned right-hander Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa. Those are the corresponding moves to reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list and activate infielder Gabriel Arias, who was recently claimed off waivers from the Mets.

Matt Boyd News / Field Level Media / August 21

After getting rocked in his last start, Cubs' Matthew Boyd set to face M's

If not for St. Louis Cardinals slugger Joshua Baez, Matthew Boyd would be having a heckuva second half of the season. The Chicago Cubs veteran left-hander is scheduled to start in his home state Friday night in the opener of a three-game interleague series against the host Seattle Mariners.

Alex Bregman News / Just Baseball / August 20

How Alex Bregman Turned His First Cubs Season Around

Earlier this year, the Chicago Cubs signed Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million contract. They envisioned his production on both sides of the ball, along with his leadership, helping fuel multiple postseason runs.

Daniel Palencia News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

Cubs To Activate Daniel Palencia

The Cubs will reinstate Daniel Palencia from the 60-day injured list before Friday’s series opener in Seattle, reports Meghan Montemurro of The Chicago Tribune.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 19

Javier Assad's role versatility has been invaluable for the Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are loaded with starting pitching depth at both the major league level and at Triple-A Iowa. The surplus of depth has led to frequent roster moves and role changes that have often affected no one player more than right-hander Javier Assad.

Cubs make flurry of roster moves ahead of Crosstown Series

Edward Cabrera's future in Cubs rotation appears to be in jeopardy

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR

The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 19