Yardbarker
Cubs piling up hits in series vs. rival White Sox

Cubs piling up hits in series vs. rival White Sox

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong commonly goes by his initials, PCA, but teammate Nico Hoerner prefers another abbreviation. "He's been our MVP, and then just the direction that he's taken our team when a lot of us were struggling early in the year," Hoerner said.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / August 18

Cubs 7, White Sox 5: Pete Crow-Armstrong walks it off… and simultaneously joins the 30/30 Club!

Just 10 days ago, we had a game at Wrigley Field, the walk-off win against the Blue Jays — that many were calling “the game of the year.” This one, Monday’s walk-off 7-5, 10-inning win over the White Sox, might have topped that.

Dansby Swanson News / Stadium Rant / August 18
Cubs Place Dansby Swanson On 10-Day IL Before Exciting Crosstown Classic Against White Sox

Cubs Place Dansby Swanson On 10-Day IL Before Exciting Crosstown Classic Against White Sox

It’s the Cubs against the White Sox, the Crosstown Classic at Wrigley Field, and a battle for bragging rights in Chicago. Both teams are gearing up for the MLB Postseason in addition to this exciting matchup.

Los Angeles Angels News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz
The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz
The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 18
Cubs sink White Sox in 10 on Pete Crow-Armstrong's 2nd homer of game

Cubs sink White Sox in 10 on Pete Crow-Armstrong's 2nd homer of game

Pete Crow-Armstrong belted a game-ending two-run homer in the 10th inning to cap a 4-for-5, two-homer night, lifting the host Chicago Cubs to a 7-5 victory against the Chicago White Sox on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 18
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong reaches 30-30 club with walk-off HR

The Chicago Cubs have a bona fide superstar on their roster in the form of center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.

Mets' Carson Benge adds to NL ROY case against Padres
Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani continues incredible run at Coors Field
Dave Roberts sets condition where he would be 'disappointed' in Dodgers
Why Diamondbacks placed Ketel Marte on restricted list
White Sox reach season-high milestone after sweeping Tigers
Matt Shaw News / On Tap Sports Net / August 18

Matt Shaw’s Return Couldn’t Come at a Better Time for the Cubs

The Chicago Cubs may be getting a much-needed boost at exactly the right time. Matt Shaw is set to begin a minor-league rehab assignment Wednesday as he works his way back from the left-hand sprain that has sidelined him since late June.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

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.

Ian Happ News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 17
Cubs’ Ian Happ gets 100% real on ‘rowdy’ White Sox rivalry

Cubs’ Ian Happ gets 100% real on ‘rowdy’ White Sox rivalry

The Chicago Cubs are currently facing the Chicago White Sox in an important three-game series. Both Chicago teams have their eyes set on postseason baseball with the regular season’s final month approaching.

  Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!
The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz
 The 'Rookie passing leader by team' quiz
The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
 The '2008 Week 1 starting QBs' quiz
The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz
 The 'Last 200-yard rusher by team' quiz
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
Daniel Palencia News / ChiCitySports / August 17
Chicago Cubs move Daniel Palencia to 60-day IL amid flurry of roster moves

Chicago Cubs move Daniel Palencia to 60-day IL amid flurry of roster moves

One would be hard-pressed to find a team that has dealt with more significant injuries to key players than the Chicago Cubs. Of course, injuries are part of the game.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / August 17
Cubs get unfortunate injury blow amid playoff race

Cubs get unfortunate injury blow amid playoff race

The Chicago Cubs entered Monday with a 72-53 record, which has them atop the National League Wild Card race. However, there are still six weeks left to play, and the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres are both tied with identical 67-58 records entering Monday.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 17
Cubs Place Edward Cabrera, Dansby Swanson On Injured List

Cubs Place Edward Cabrera, Dansby Swanson On Injured List

The Cubs announced that right-hander Edward Cabrera has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a right middle finger blister. Shortstop Dansby Swanson has been placed on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain.

Christopher Morel News / Viral Sports News / August 17
Former Chicago Cubs Top Prospect Gets Another Chance

Former Chicago Cubs Top Prospect Gets Another Chance

For Chicago Cubs fans who watched Christopher Morel explode onto the scene a few years ago, Monday’s news carries a familiar mix of nostalgia and quiet satisfaction.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 17
Edward Cabrera's future in Cubs rotation appears to be in jeopardy

Edward Cabrera's future in Cubs rotation appears to be in jeopardy

Cabrera returned to the rotation Sunday after missing nearly two months, but his turn in the rotation may have been a one-and-done.

White Sox, Cubs playing for more than Chicago bragging rights
On deck: All eyes on Chicago as Cubs and White Sox battle
Cubs dealt major blow as Dansby Swanson hits injured list
The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 16
Cubs dealt major blow as Dansby Swanson hits injured list

Cubs dealt major blow as Dansby Swanson hits injured list

Swanson exited Sunday's game after an awkward swing and the worst-case scenario has now come to fruition.

Alec Burleson, Jordan Walker help Cardinals rout Cubs
Cubs make Javier Assad, David Peterson decisions with return of Edward Cabrera
The 'No.1-overall MLB Draft picks' quiz
Michael Busch News / Athlon Sports / August 16
Cubs Announce Reason for Michael Busch's Removal From Lineup

Cubs Announce Reason for Michael Busch's Removal From Lineup

Chicago Cubsfirst baseman Michael Busch has struggled coming out of the All-Star break. Over his last 28 games he has posted a .265 batting average, .305 on-base percentage, .668 OPS, three home runs and 14 RBIs.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 16
Cubs make Assad, Peterson decisions with return of Cabrera

Cubs make Javier Assad, David Peterson decisions with return of Edward Cabrera

The Chicago Cubs are slowly but surely getting pitching reinforcements to what has already been an excellent staff over the last month.

Cardinals wonder how Joshua Baez can top 3-homer debut vs. Cubs
The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz
Kevin Gausman News / Yardbarker / August 13
Kevin Gausman struggles in second start with Cubs

Kevin Gausman struggles in second start with Cubs

Kevin Gausman's time with the Chicago Cubs has gotten off to a roller coaster start through two outings. 

Cubs' rookie Pedro Ramirez earns ultimate praise from Dansby Swanson
Chicago Cubs may already have their Happ, Suzuki replacement in mind, per insider
Cubs’ deadline move gives rising catcher clear path to 2027 opportunity
The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / August 13
Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals

Cubs' Alex Bregman joins exclusive list with performance vs. Nationals

On a night when Pete Crow-Armstrong went only 1-for-6, another Chicago Cubs player carried the team to victory in the middle game of their series with the Washington Nationals. 

Alex Bregman's three homers, seven RBIs power Cubs past Nationals
The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA.