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Chicago Cubs may have no choice but to call up top pitching prospect

Chicago Cubs fans (and, likely, players, coaches, front office) let out a collective “oh no” Tuesday night as pitcher Shota Imanaga was taken out of the game after five scoreless innings, just one batter into the sixth.

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Chicago Cubs in Rarified Air With Hot Starts in Two Key Offensive Stats

The performance of the Chicago Cubs' lineup has proven to be one of the best stories in all of MLB as April comes to a close. Expectations were high heading into the season after the acquisition of superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker following a blockbuster trade with the Houston Astros.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Chicago Cubs manager confirms flurry of pitcher moves amid Shota Imanaga uncertainty

On Wednesday, Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell confirmed to 670 The Score that the team was making several roster moves with the pitching staff. The Cubs are dealing with several injury concerns there this week.

Javier Assad News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Cubs Make Tough Decision on 3.40 ERA Starter

The Chicago Cubs made several roster moves today, highlighted by starting pitcher Javier Assad’s transfer from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day with an oblique injury.

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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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Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / April 30

Chicago Cubs Roster Moves 4/30/25

The Cubs take on the Pirates tonight in Pittsburgh. The Cubs enter play with a 18-12 record best in the NL Central this year. Before the game, they have announced three roster moves.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Chicago Cubs star outfielder a part of All-MLB first team poll through April

The Chicago Cubs currently sit with a 1.5 game lead in the NL Central through the first 30 games of the 2025 season after playing their first divisional game on Tuesday.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Cubs breathe sigh of relief as encouraging injury update follows starter’s sudden exit

The Chicago Cubs starting rotation is currently without Justin Steele and Javier Assad. Steele won’t pitch in 2025 after undergoing elbow surgery and Assad recently sustained a setback during a rehab outing.

Cade Horton News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 30

Elite Chicago Cubs Prospect Continues to Roll in 2025 After Outstanding Start

Chicago Cubs prospect Cade Horton dominated again on Tuesday night for the Triple-A Iowa Cubs. Per MLB Pipeline: Cade Horton's hot start continues as he strikes out five across a season-high six frames MLB's No.

Sandy Alcantara News / Athlon Sports / April 30

Cubs Get Bad News on Marlins' Sandy Alcantara Trade Availability

The Chicago Cubs have two clear needs: the bullpen and their starting rotation. Fortunately, the offense has been off to a great start, and the schedule begins to lighten up.

MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / April 30

Cubs Conquer Pirates in Series Opener in Pittsburgh

The Chicago Cubs have an offense that is humming right now. After a rather disappointing series offensively against the Philadelphia Phillies, the bats came to life in the series opener against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Chicago Cubs accomplished a team feat for the first time since 2013 on Tuesday

The Chicago Cubs began their divisional slate for the 2025 season on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Pirates and their showing did not disappoint. A rare scheduling change hit the Cubs this year in the fact that they played nearly 30 games to begin the campaign against opponents outside of the NL Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 30

Chicago Cubs Bolster Pitching Staff With Promotion of Veteran Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs have been winning a lot of games this season on the back of a dominant offense. With an 18-12 record, they are first in the National League Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / April 30

Former Top Prospect Off to Historic Start with Chicago Cubs as Team Continues to Shine

The Chicago Cubs rolled on Tuesday night, shutting out the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0 at PNC Park. Left-hander Shota Imanaga dominated on the mound, tossing five scoreless innings, before leaving with leg cramps.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Chicago Cubs call up 30-year-old right-handed pitcher from Triple-A

Seeing how the Chicago Cubs coaching staff and front office has navigated their up-and-down pitching unit so far in 2025 has been interesting. The bullpen has been in flux for most of the campaign, but the team holds a 1.5 game lead in the NL Central with an 18-12 record in their first 30 games.

Chris Flexen News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 30

Cubs to select Chris Flexen

The Cubs are selecting the contract of veteran righty Chris Flexen from Triple-A Iowa, reports ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. He’s been excellent through his first five starts in Des Moines and would’ve been able to opt out of his minor league contract tomorrow if not added to the 40-man roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 30

Chicago Cubs Leadership Has Embraced Need to Re-sign Slugging Superstar

The Chicago Cubs appear determined to end their playoff drought, which extends back to the COVID-shortened 2020 season. While the starting rotation has taken on some water, the team’s offense has carried it to the top of the National League Central Division after the first month of the season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 30

Cubs take on Pirates in battle between stellar and subpar offenses

Veteran left-hander Matthew Boyd was delighted to join a Cubs team that had potential for offensive firepower and a strong defense when he signed with Chicago in the offseason.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Fastball on SI / April 30

Chicago Cubs Outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong Carves Out Spot in Franchise Record Books

Pete Crow-Armstrong did more than double the Chicago Cubs' lead when he crushed a two-run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday. Despite finishing the contest 1-for-4, the 23-year-old center fielder is now batting .284 with six home runs, 12 stolen bases, 21 RBIs and 23 runs so far in 2025.

Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Chicago Cubs offense has thrived under multi-tool, Wrigley-nullifying mindset

The Chicago Cubs took some flak when they signed former Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell to a 5-year, $40 million contract prior to the 2024 season, making him the highest paid MLB manager of all-time.

Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / April 29

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 29

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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Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 29