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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 12
Chicago Cubs 2026 draft picks lean on pitching and power
The Chicago Cubs came into the opening day of the 2026 Draft with a stated desire to lean into pitching as the organization has come under scrutiny for its lack of homegrown depth in that regard.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 12
Cubs Lean Hard Into Pitching, Selecting Three Arms On Day 1 of the MLB Draft
Day 1 of the MLB Draft has been completed, as the league has shifted from all 20 rounds occurring on one day to splitting up the draft into two days. Saturday was for Rounds 1-4, and the Cubs had five selections, thanks to the compensatory pick received for losing Kyle Tucker in free agency.
Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / July 12
Chicago Cubs Notebook: 2026 MLB Draft Day 1 Recap & Player Analysis
The Chicago Cubs entered the 2026 MLB Draft with a clear mission. They aimed to fix the pitching deficiency that has plagued the organization. Jed Hoyer and scouting director Dan Kantrovitz used three of their first five selections on collegiate arms.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 12
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman is the Superhero vs. the Reds 
Perspective Check: Four teams have more wins than the Cubs. Two teams have as many wins as the Cubs. The Cubs are on pace to win 90.4 games. Fangraphs projects the Cubs at 87 wins.
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 / ChiCitySports / July 12
Cubs insider reveals intriguing trade possibility for Chicago
Everyone knows that the Chicago Cubs need starting pitching, and they are expected to add at least one more arm before the MLB trade deadline. The Cubs have already swung a trade to acquire David Peterson from the New York Mets, but that was really just an ancillary move.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 12
Chicago Cubs news — Imanaga, Suzuki, Townsend
Today’s Reflections Well, what can you say when a pitcher, making his second start of the season and coming off a horrible season debut, is absolutely brilliant?
Trent Thornton News / Field Level Media / July 12
Trent Thornton stepping up as Cubs eye series win vs. Reds
Right-hander Trent Thornton is emerging as a much-needed weapon in the Chicago Cubs' bullpen, which is exceeding expectations while closer Daniel Palencia remains sidelined with right elbow inflammation.
Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 12
3 Takeaways After Alex Bregman Finally Comes Up Big For Cubs in Win vs Reds
The Chicago Cubs (53-42) have been streaky this season, but they avoided a third consecutive loss on Saturday with a 5-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds (43-51) at Great American Ball Park.
Jameson Taillon News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / July 11
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Jameson Taillon throws 4.2 scoreless in rehab start
The Iowa Cubs deconsecrated the St. Paul Saints (Twins), 8-2. It was Iowa’s fourth-straight win. Jameson Taillon started this game on a rehab assignment and dominated.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 12
Chicago Cubs Select Northwestern State RHP Dylan Marionneaux in the Fourth Round of the 2026 MLB Draft
The Chicago Cubs are beefing up their pipeline with collegiate level pitching. Selecting RHPs Cade Townsend and Carson Jasa in the first and third round, respectively, the Cubs added another college arm in the fourth round.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 12
Chicago Cubs Select Nebraska RHP Carson Jasa in the Third Round of the 2026 MLB Draft
The Chicago Cubs used their first round pick in the 2026 MLB Draft on a college arm. In the third round, the Cubs dipped back into the college pitching well, selecting RHP Carson Jasa out of Nebraska 95th overall.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 12
Chicago Cubs Select Florida State 1B Myles Bailey in Round 2C of the 2026 MLB Draft
With a pick in one of the supplemental rounds of the 2026 MLB Draft, the Chicago Cubs added more pop to their pipeline. With the 75th overall selection in Round 2C, the Cubs added Florida State first baseman Myles Bailey to the organization.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 12
Chicago Cubs Select Texas A&M OF Caden Sorrell in the Second Round of the 2026 MLB Draft
Dipping back into the college pool with their second round draft pick, the Chicago Cubs added Texas A&M outfielder Caden Sorrell with the 62nd overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11
Alex Bregman's 7th-inning homer allows Cubs to defeat Reds
Alex Bregman hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the seventh inning as the visiting Chicago Cubs beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 on Saturday. Carson Kelly added a solo shot and Michael Busch had three hits for Chicago, which won for the fourth time in its last six games.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 11
Cubs’ perfect trade offer for Padres’ Mason Miller
Heading into the 2026 season, the Chicago Cubs had real postseason hopes. A solid rotation. A powerful lineup. A bullpen anchored by closer Daniel Palencia.
Phil Maton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 11
Cubs Quickly Dump Recent Bullpen Addition as Phil Maton Returns
The Chicago Cubs were quick to move on from one of their most recent signings. Ahead of their second meeting with the Reds on Saturday, the organization designated Jake Woodford for assignment.
Chicago Cubs select Florida State 1B Myles Bailey in 2026 MLB Draft
Florida State first baseman Myles Bailey was selected by the Chicago Cubs with the No. 75 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Bailey played two seasons for the Seminoles (82 games), although his sophomore campaign was cut short 26 games into the 2026 season after he suffered a season-ending ankle injury.
Jake Woodford News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11
Cubs Designate Jake Woodford For Assignment
Right-hander Jake Woodford has been designated for assignment by the Cubs, the team announced. Reliever Phil Maton is back from the injured list to take Woodford’s spot in the bullpen.
Vince Velasquez News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11
Royals Sign Vince Velasquez To Minor League Contract
The Royals have signed Vince Velasquez to a minors contract and assigned the veteran righty to Triple-A Omaha, as per Velasquez’s MLB.com profile page. Velasquez elected free agency on June 30 rather than accept an outright assignment to the Cubs’ Triple-A squad.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 9
Three areas the Cubs need to improve ahead of the trade deadline
The fact that the Chicago Cubs are contending for a playoff berth may be considered a minor miracle.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 9
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cubs ride hot stretch into finale vs. Orioles
It doesn't matter where the production is coming from for the Chicago Cubs, as long as it keeps coming. The lineup has been stout at times, particularly this week in a pair of road victories against the Baltimore Orioles.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 8
Pete Crow-Armstrong first to join 20-20 club in 2026, makes Cubs history
Pete Crow-Armstrong is setting the pace for the rest of baseball in a major way.
Justin Steele News / Larry Brown Sports / July 7
Justin Steele was left in tears by a young fan’s letter
Chicago Cubs pitcher Justin Steele couldn’t help but be emotional over a letter sent to him by a young fan. Steele, who has yet to see action in the 2026 MLB season, recently shared photos of the letter from Tommy Lynch of Orland Park.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / July 6
Cubs need more production from Alex Bregman
Bregman has struggled to find his footing in Chicago, as he's posted a measly slash line of .241/.340/.345.
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