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Demands made for Chicago Cubs to make changes after 6-2 loss to Mets

For the first time all year, the Chicago Cubs have dropped back-to-back series following their 6-2 loss to the New York Mets in front of 41,673 fans at Citi Field.

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Offense, Sluggers Leading Way for Cubs Through First Quarter of Season

It has been a strong first quarter of the season for the Chicago Cubs in 2025. After their victory over the New York Mets on Saturday, the team enters Sunday with a 23-17 record and the lead in the National League Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 11

What Drove This Cubs Prospect Out of Updated MLB Industry Rankings?

The Chicago Cubs still have great talent at the top of its prospect pool, according to Baseball America. The site re-ranked its Top 100 for the first time this season, relying on its own scouting, along with consultations with MLB decision makers, scouts and executives.

Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / May 11

Dodgers plan to ‘jump’ for Chicago Cubs RF Kyle Tucker: Report

The Chicago Cubs traded for right fielder Kyle Tucker in the offseason, hoping he could help the team go a long run in 2025. So far, the Cubs are 23-17 and have a two-game lead on the St.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 11

Highly Anticipated Cubs Prospect Claims Victory in Major League Debut

Saturday was a big day for Chicago Cubs faithful as it was the highly anticipated debut for top pitching prospect Cade Horton. Craig Counsell went with Brad Keller as an opener against the New York Mets, but Horton entered in the second inning and ended up going four frames and earned his first Major League victory.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

75 iconic superstar athletes wearing unusual & unfamiliar uniforms

There are indelible images of certain athletes in specific uniforms. Barry Sanders wearing the Honolulu blue and silver of the Detroit Lions, for example.

Cade Horton News / ChiCitySports / May 11

Cade Horton made his mark with milestone filled MLB debut

Cade Horton, the Chicago Cubs top pitching prospect, made his MLB debut on Saturday night against the New York Mets. The former first round pick followed opener Brad Keller and ended up with a line consisting of four innings pitched, four hits, five strikeouts, and three earned runs.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 11

Cubs, Mets turn to stellar starters for rubber game of series

The Chicago Cubs were thrilled with right-hander Cade Horton's major league debut and an offense which got just enough big hits. The New York Mets lamented the numerous missed chances, resulting in a rare home loss.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 10

Dansby Swanson opens up about Cade Horton’s MLB debut

Dansby Swanson had a smile on his face and a joke ready after Saturday’s game — but not because of his solo home run. The veteran Cubs shortstop took time to reflect on a milestone night for his teammate, Cade Horton, whose MLB debut lived up to the hype.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 10

Cubs overcome Brett Baty's big day (2 HR, 5 RBI) to beat Mets

Cade Horton got a win with four innings in relief in his major league debut as the Chicago Cubs made an early lead stand, hanging on for a 6-5 victory over the host New York Mets on Saturday night.

Cade Horton News / On Tap Sports Net / May 11

3 Takeaways as Cubs Give Cade Horton his First Win

The Chicago Cubs were able to cling to a tight lead to even up their series against the Mets, and give rookie pitcher Cade Horton his first MLB win in his debut. Although the Cubs led the entire game, it was a nail-biter until the last pitch.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 10

These Four Players Should Be Real Targets of Cubs at Trade Deadline

Barring something unforeseen, the Chicago Cubs will be buyers at the trade deadline. This is a much more welcome position than they've been in the past few years where they were looking to offload some assets while also bargain shopping for some pieces who had some club control remaining.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 10

Chicago Cubs outfielder out against Mets with ‘Oblique’ injury

The Chicago Cubs‘ matchup against the New York Mets on Saturday was already affected by a significant injury before news surfaced that the team had another issue to worry about.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / May 10

Cubs Get Best Possible News on Kyle Tucker Extension Rumors

There isn't a bigger decision that the Chicago Cubs have to make over the next few months than keeping Kyle Tucker in town. Every Cubs fan wants the team to sign him to a massive deal, but there are more factors to consider than just extending Tucker.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 10

Cubs Made Intentions Clear with Biggest In-Season Move Involving Top Prospect

The Chicago Cubs have suffered some potentially season-altering injuries already during the 2025 MLB regular season. Losing Justin Steele is a massive blow given how consistent he has been over the last few years as a front-end starter.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 10

Cubs Get $100M Contract Update on Pete-Crow Armstrong After Failed $75M Talks

The Chicago Cubs have two critical decisions over the next few months. One of them isn't as pressing a need as the Kyle Tucker situation, but the Cubs

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 10

Jed Hoyer Reveals When Matt Shaw Will Return to Cubs After Demotion

It's tough to get a feel for what the Chicago Cubs might do with Matt Shaw. Currently playing in Triple-A Iowa, Shaw, who made his big league debut during the 2025 campaign for the Cubs, didn't find much success during his first crack in the show.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 10

Chicago Cubs: Rafael Devers drama is not a Cubs real-life option

The Chicago Cubs need a third baseman. The Red Sox have an extra third baseman who is extremely– and vocally– unhappy about being moved from third. So, why not make a deal?

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 10

Why Cubs Superstar Prospect Made Huge Jump in Latest MLB Rankings

The Chicago Cubs have one of the best farm systems in baseball and much of that talent is concentrated at Triple-A Iowa. Up until Cade Horton was promoted to the Majors earlier this week, all four of the Cubs’ Top 100 prospects in Baseball America’s May re-rank were at Iowa.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 10

Chicago Cubs accused of punting on Mets’ series after Brad Keller-Cade Horton decision

The Chicago Cubs enter Saturday night’s matchup with the New York Mets on a three-game losing streak. The Cubs have a 22-17 record and are two games up on the St.

Cade Horton News / ChiCitySports / May 10

Cubs: Cade Horton’s unknown MLB debut date is creating quite the buzz

The Chicago Cubs are looking for answers in their starting rotation, which has been impacted by injury. With Javier Assad, Justin Steele, and Shota Imanaga on the injured list, the team has been faced with a tough decision from a pitching stand point as they look to fill the void left by the most recent injury to Imanaga.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 9

3 early Chicago Cubs trade targets ahead of 2025 deadline

The Chicago Cubs made one of the bigger moves of the offseason, signing Kyle Tucker. The former Houston Astro leads one of Major League Baseball’s best offenses more than a month into the season.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 8

Cubs top pitching prospect Cade Horton to debut Saturday

Since the start of the season, Cubs fans have been wondering two things: When will the team acquire another pitcher and when will Cade Horton make his debut?

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 9

Pope Leo XIV's three surprising connections to the sports world

A pope seems like he would have no connections to the sports world, but that's not the case with Prevost. With that in mind, here are three.

Sports fans all said the same thing about the new pope

Chicago Cubs made embarrassing blunder celebrating Pope Leo XIV

Photo surfaces of Pope Leo XIV attending World Series in 2005

Chicago Bears get clowned after the election of Pope Leo XIV

Bears QB Caleb Williams has awesome two-word reaction to new pope

Spike Lee reacts to the new pope having ties to the Knicks

Dansby Swanson News / On Tap Sports Net / May 8

Chicago Stars FC's Mallory Swanson Explains Absence

Chicago Stars FC have been without Mallory Swanson for the entire 2025 season, and the club’s number nine has finally revealed the reason. Swanson announced on her Instagram that she and her husband, Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson, are expecting a child.