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Cubs Already Turning to Unconventional Pitching Strategy Today

Cubs Already Turning to Unconventional Pitching Strategy Today

The Chicago Cubs have been dealing with a significant number of injuries to the pitching staff already, despite it being just a couple of weeks into the season, and it's leading to a less-than-ideal plan this week.

Josiah Hartshorn News / Cubs Insider / April 14

Slugging Cubs Prospect Josiah Hartshorn Making Mockery of Low-A in Pro Debut

I wonder if Cubs VP of scouting Dan Kantrovitz was singing Dusty Springfield’s most popular song when he tabbed switch-hitting slugger Josiah Hartshorn with the 181st overall pick in last year’s draft.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 14

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 16

Reminder: I’m on vacation all this week and will be a little briefer than usual this week. Thanks for your patience. At least once in every season, a baseball fan’s faith will be tested.

Dylan Carlson News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 14
Cubs Outright Dylan Carlson

Cubs Outright Dylan Carlson

The Cubs sent outfielder Dylan Carlson outright to Triple-A Iowa, according to the MLB.com transaction log. Chicago designated him for assignment over the weekend when Seiya Suzuki returned from a season-opening injured list stint.

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 14
Cubs' Craig Counsell Gives Phil Maton Update Amid Knee Injury

Cubs' Craig Counsell Gives Phil Maton Update Amid Knee Injury

Former New York Met and 10-year MLB veteran reliever Phil Maton had a career year between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers last season, impressing despite a fastball velocity that averaged below 90 miles per hour (89.6).

MLB News / Yardbarker
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 14

Phillies 13, Cubs 7: Losing ugly

What more can be said about a game where your starting pitcher has the worst start of his career and the bullpen made things worse? The reasonable answer

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / April 14

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Assad, Sanchez, Schwarber

In which an old fart breaks like the wind. Yes, it’s true — I am locking up the imaginary office. Ocular issues, mostly. Thanks again for the reads. Phillies 13, Cubs 7.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 14
Cubs eager for better start in rematch vs. Phillies

Cubs eager for better start in rematch vs. Phillies

With the recent injuries to the Chicago Cubs' rotation, veteran right-hander Colin Rea has become a lot more valuable. Rea is expected to follow opener Riley Martin on Tuesday evening when the Cubs visit the Philadelphia Phillies in the second contest of a three-game series.

Dansby Swanson News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 13
Dansby Swanson’s Baserunning Strategy May Sound ‘Elementary’ but It’s Working

Dansby Swanson’s Baserunning Strategy May Sound ‘Elementary’ but It’s Working

Dansby Swanson is no stranger to sliding. His moves aren’t always the cleanest — fans are sure to remember his face-plant slide into home plate Wednesday in Tampa Bay.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 13
Jameson Taillon Reveals 'Real Belief' Inside Cubs Dugout

Jameson Taillon Reveals 'Real Belief' Inside Cubs Dugout

The Chicago Cubs have not gotten off to the kind of start they had hoped for, but Sunday afternoon might have just been the kickstart they needed in order to hit the ground running.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

Michael Busch News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 13
How end of Michael Busch’s 0-for-30 slump saved Cubs in thrilling comeback vs Pirates

How end of Michael Busch’s 0-for-30 slump saved Cubs in thrilling comeback vs Pirates

When evaluating the Chicago Cubs’ lineup, which is vastly underachieving through the first 15 games of the 2026 MLB campaign, people might focus on free-agency acquisition Alex Bregman or the recently-extended Pete Crow-Armstrong.

Owen Ayers News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 13
Cubs Underrated Top-10 Prospect Turning Heads Early in 2026

Cubs Underrated Top-10 Prospect Turning Heads Early in 2026

The Chicago Cubs are beginning to find their stride in the regular season after an ugly beginning to the year, and fans cannot wait for the weather to get warmer and watch this team chase a pennant over the summer.

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Michael Busch News / Just Baseball / April 13
Is This The Turning Point For Michael Busch, Cubs’ Offense?

Is This The Turning Point For Michael Busch, Cubs’ Offense?

Between last regular season and the ensuing playoff run, Michael Busch was arguably the Chicago Cubs’ top hitter. Busch recorded a a 140 wRC+ and an .866 OPS, both the top marks among Cubs regulars.

Carson Kelly News / Field Level Media / April 12
Carson Kelly's walkoff single caps Cubs rally, avoids Pirates sweep

Carson Kelly's walkoff single caps Cubs rally, avoids Pirates sweep

Carson Kelly drove in pinch-runner Scott Kingery with one out in the ninth inning to give the host Chicago Cubs a 7-6 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday.

Hunter Harvey News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Cubs Place Hunter Harvey On 15-Day Injured List

Cubs Place Hunter Harvey On 15-Day Injured List

The Cubs have placed right-hander Hunter Harvey on the 15-day injured list due to right triceps inflammation.  Left-hander Charlie Barnes‘ contract was selected from Triple-A to take Harvey’s spot on the active roster, and the final open spot on Chicago’s 40-man roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 12
Even After Tough Outing From Cabrera, Rotation Has Been Cubs’ Bright Spot

Even After Tough Outing From Cabrera, Rotation Has Been Cubs’ Bright Spot

With multiple Chicago Cubs starters already on the injured list, the team has needed every other starter it has to step up even more. But even with those injuries cropping up, the rotation has been the Cubs’ bright spot to start the season.

Justin Turner News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 12
Justin Turner Signs With Tijuana Toros

Justin Turner Signs With Tijuana Toros

Justin Turner isn’t hanging up his spikes just yet. The longtime Dodgers infielder and 2020 World Series champion is signing with the Mexican League’s Tijuana Toros, reports David Vassegh of 570 Sports.

Willson Contreras News / Yardbarker / April 12
Willson Contreras gets revenge on former team

Willson Contreras gets revenge on former team as Red Sox beat Cardinals

Saturday's victory over the St. Louis Cardinals was extra sweet for one particular member of the Boston Red Sox. 

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Oneil Cruz continuing to show why Pirates can't give up on him
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MLB News / Yardbarker / April 11
Oneil Cruz continuing to show why Pirates can't give up on him

Oneil Cruz continuing to show why Pirates can't give up on him

It was a little more than two weeks ago that Pittsburgh Pirates centerfielder Oneil Cruz made headlines for all of the wrong reasons on opening day.

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Chicago Cubs News / Inside The Diamonds / April 11
Chicago Cubs News and Notes: Injuries Test Pitching Depth

Chicago Cubs News and Notes: Injuries Test Pitching Depth

The Chicago Cubs have started their year 6-7 and are in last place in the NL Central. The Cubs opened the 2026 season facing early pitching challenges.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 11
How Cubs can salvage season despite plethora of pitching injuries

How Cubs can salvage season despite plethora of pitching injuries

The Chicago Cubs had one of the best pitching staff in the National League when the 2026 season started. Staff ace Cade Horton had a great first year, with a 2.67 ERA over 118 innings and being named the NL Rookie of the Year runner-up.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 10
Cubs’ Craig Counsell Makes Seiya Suzuki Decision After Roster Move

Cubs’ Craig Counsell Makes Seiya Suzuki Decision After Roster Move

The Chicago Cubs have opened their 2026 campaign to a slow start, entering Friday's slate of games sitting in last place in the National League Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 10
OF Seiya Suzuki returns as Cubs lose reliever Phil Maton to IL

OF Seiya Suzuki returns as Cubs lose reliever Phil Maton to IL

The Chicago Cubs reinstated outfielder Seiya Suzuki from the injured list before Friday afternoon's series opener against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / April 7
Cubs dealt a significant blow with Cade Horton injury update

Cubs dealt a significant blow with Cade Horton injury update

Unfortunately for team and player, the worst-case scenario was confirmed Tuesday afternoon.

Red Sox owner John Henry serenaded by 'sell the team' chants at Fenway
Red Sox's misery continues with sloppy loss to Brewers
Pete Alonso's slow start to season mirrors that of the Orioles
Max Scherzer comments on his injury after exiting early against the Dodgers
Kyle Tucker gets a very harsh reception from Blue Jays fans during game
Mike Trout fumes at the Mariners after getting injured on HBP
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Matt Boyd News / ChiCitySports / April 7
Should tough luck Chicago Cubs brace for more bad news regarding Matthew Boyd?

Should tough luck Chicago Cubs brace for more bad news regarding Matthew Boyd?

The Chicago Cubs have been getting slammed with bad news these last few days. On Monday, it was announced that de facto ace Matthew Boyd was being placed on the 15-day IL with a left biceps strain.

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