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Double steal in tenth leads to Cubs walk-off of Pirates

Ian Happ drove in the game-winning run in the bottom of the 10th inning to give the Chicago Cubs a 3-2 win and take the series against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.

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Cubs Coach Reveals Next Step in Shota Imanaga's Rehab

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Shota Imanaga, who was placed on the 15-day injured list on May 5, made progress this week in his recovery from a hamstring injury.

Jameson Taillon News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 15

Chicago Cubs Starter Jameson Taillon's Strong Stretch Hints at Career Season

Jameson Taillon is a Chicago Cubs veteran as this point, in the midst of his ninth Major League season and his third with the Cubs. This campaign has the potential to be his best yet.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / June 15

Cubs' Craig Counsell Makes Demoralizing Paul Skenes Comments After Pirates Game

Outside of Tarik Skubal, there's no debate that Paul Skenes is the best starter in Major League Baseball. There's even a strong argument to be made that the 23-year-old is by far the top arm in the league, given his age and just what he's done throughout the first two years of his big league career.

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How many of the players in second place on each franchise's all-time home runs leaders list can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 15

Ranking Most Likely Cubs Trade Deadline Targets Listed by Former MLB Executive

The Chicago Cubs are going to be buyers at the trade deadline. Jed Hoyer shared exactly what they are targeting. While the president of baseball operations stated that both bullpen and starting pitching help is on their wish list, Jim Bowden of The Athletic (subscription required) believes that the Cubs' biggest need comes in the rotation.

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The 20 greatest in-game traditions in MLB

Attending a Major League Baseball game can provide memories for all fans. However, in this day and age, that doesn't always come from what happens on the field.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 15

Cubs Scoop Up Golden Spikes Finalist in Latest Mock Draft

The Chicago Cubs have been one of the most exciting teams in baseball and own one of the best records in the league. After trading for Kyle Tucker and getting a breakout from Pete Crow-Armstrong, they have maintained a solid lead in the National League Central.

Colin Rea News / Field Level Media / June 15

Cubs turn to Colin Rea in series finale vs. Pirates

After relying on a powerful offense for most of the season, the Chicago Cubs hope their success on the mound continues on Sunday afternoon. Chicago will aim for a series win against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates in the final meeting of a four-game set.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 15

Chicago Cubs receive updates from 2 teams with pitchers to trade

Ben Brown’s latest performance highlighted the need the Chicago Cubs have with their starting rotation before the trade deadline on July 31. He gave up six earned runs in Chicago’s 7-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 15

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.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 15

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.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 14

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

The Houston Astros have lifted off.

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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.

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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.

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.

Nico Hoerner News / Athlon Sports / June 13

Cubs Predicted to Replace Nico Hoerner With 15 Home Run Infielder

The MLB Draft is set to take place exactly one month from today, and the Chicago Cubs are picking 17th overall. Right now, experts are making predictions on who each team will pick, and CBS Sports' Mike Axisa has a pick that should surprise some Cubs fans.

Daniel Palencia News / Just Baseball / June 13

Can Daniel Palencia Hold Down the Closer’s Role in Chicago?

What a year it has been for the Chicago Cubs. They have the second-best record in the NL, they’re leading the NL Central, and their major offseason addition, Kyle Tucker, is pacing for his best season to date.

Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / June 13

Chicago Cubs Could Have New Permanent Closer

The Chicago Cubs have had lots of upheaval in their bullpen so far in 2025. They came into the season as one of the more injured units in baseball, but have managed to cobble together a serviceable relief staff for Craig Counsell to work with.