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Chicago Cubs’ Dansby Swanson makes a statement after demotion

On Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs sent Dansby Swanson a message by demoting the shortstop ahead of their matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.

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Cubs smack four homers in rout of Pirates

Carson Kelly and Seiya Suzuki each homered as part of three-hit outings and the Chicago Cubs belted four overall during a 9-0 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 29

Cubs defeat Pirates with an impressive night at the plate

Headed into Tuesday's night game in Pittsburgh against the Pirates, the Chicago Cubs had won four straight games at PNC Park. That streak improved to five straight games with their 9-0 win on Tuesday.

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Cubs demote struggling infielder before series against Pirates

Cubs' 21-year-old infielder is off to a hot start in High-A South Bend

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Shota Imanaga News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Cubs Make Major Shota Imanaga Announcement During Pirates Game

The Chicago Cubs are on the road on Tuesday night as they begin a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. It has been a great start to the season for Chicago as they currently sit at the top of the National League Central standings with a 17-12 record, one game ahead of the Cincinnati Reds.

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The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

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The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29

Former Chicago Cubs Infielder Shares Controversial Quote After Trade to Rival

The Chicago Cubs have done some serious roster re-tooling over the course of the season as they figure out the best group to help them win. One of those moves before the season was selecting former Detroit Tigers infielding prospect Gage Workman from the Rule 5 draft.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs ownership wants to keep Kyle Tucker, whatever the cost; says MLB insider

The Chicago Cubs picked up a major asset this offseason when they traded for multi-tool right fielder Kyle Tucker. They also, however, acquired themselves a major dilemma.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs demote struggling infielder before series against Pirates

The Chicago Cubs are switching things up this week following their series loss over the weekend to the Philadelphia Phillies. The Cubs won the opening game on Friday but lost two in a row to the Phillies, including a 3-1 loss in front of 31,761 fans at Wrigley Field on Sunday.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs’ top 5 prospect is on fire down at Triple-A

The Chicago Cubs survived one of the most challenging schedules in Major League Baseball. They faced some of the best the National League had to offer and had the Texas Rangers sprinkled in for good measure.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29

Chicago Cubs Will Have Agonizing Trade Deadline Decision To Make on Star Prospect

The Chicago Cubs are off to an incredible start this season on the offensive side of the ball, using their powerful lineup to hit their way to the top of the division one month into the season.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs 21-year-old infielder is off to a hot start in High-A South Bend

The Chicago Cubs are off to a 17-12 start in the 2025 season while being dealt a tough schedule with no division games until Tuesday night’s showdown in Pittsburgh.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Craig Counsell Makes Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Announcement Amid MVP Start

Kudos to Pete Crow-Armstrong for the way he's been playing for the Chicago Cubs. Crow-Armstrong has been one of the top five players in Major League Baseball, and it doesn't look like he'll slow down anytime soon.

Matt Shaw News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Cubs Urged to Make Strange Matt Shaw Decision After Demotion to Triple-A

The Chicago Cubs don't have many issues on their current roster. Whether the front office should take this hot start and look at it as something that can continue throughout the rest of the campaign remains to be seen.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29

Dynamic Chicago Cubs Outfielder Has Ascended to All-Star Level Producer

The Chicago Cubs' offense has been producing at an incredibly high level through the first month of the 2025 MLB regular season. They are averaging 5.93 runs per game, which is the most in baseball and nearly a half-run ahead of the second-place team, the New York Yankees, who are at 5.45.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / April 29

What Cubs Are Reportedly Prepared to Do to Secure Kyle Tucker Long-Term

The Chicago Cubs are going to have a tough time re-signing their superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker. The offseason trade came with risks, namely Tucker’s one-year deal and reluctance to sign a long-term contract before hitting free agency.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs could have the answers they have been looking for in veteran left-handed bullpen help

The Chicago Cubs bullpen has already been a roller coaster to begin the 2025 season, but there are some positives to take away from certain individuals in the stable.

Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29

Craig Counsell reveals Wrigley Field X-factor Cubs are using to ‘advantage’

For more than a century, baseball teams and players have been trying to find any minute advantage they can. So it should be no surprise that the Chicago Cubs and manager Craig Counsell are trying to use their own ballpark, Wrigley Field, to give them the tiniest edge.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29

Chicago Cubs Have Most Complete Offense in Majors So Far This Season

It has been a great start to the season for the Chicago Cubs, and a major reason why has been their much-improved offense. The Cubs have been living up to their lofty expectations so far this year after having a great winter.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs strength of schedule takes a dramatic turn for the rest of the 2025 campaign

The schedule makers were not too kind to the Chicago Cubs when dishing out their opponents for the month of April in the 2025 season. Not only did they begin their season a week earlier than 30 other teams in the league, they had to play in Tokyo against the defending World Series champions.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29