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Chicago Cubs call up 30-year-old right-handed pitcher from Triple-A

Seeing how the Chicago Cubs coaching staff and front office has navigated their up-and-down pitching unit so far in 2025 has been interesting. The bullpen has been in flux for most of the campaign, but the team holds a 1.5 game lead in the NL Central with an 18-12 record in their first 30 games.

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Cubs to select Chris Flexen

The Cubs are selecting the contract of veteran righty Chris Flexen from Triple-A Iowa, reports ESPN’s Jesse Rogers. He’s been excellent through his first five starts in Des Moines and would’ve been able to opt out of his minor league contract tomorrow if not added to the 40-man roster.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 30

Chicago Cubs Leadership Has Embraced Need to Re-sign Slugging Superstar

The Chicago Cubs appear determined to end their playoff drought, which extends back to the COVID-shortened 2020 season. While the starting rotation has taken on some water, the team’s offense has carried it to the top of the National League Central Division after the first month of the season.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 30

Cubs take on Pirates in battle between stellar and subpar offenses

Veteran left-hander Matthew Boyd was delighted to join a Cubs team that had potential for offensive firepower and a strong defense when he signed with Chicago in the offseason.

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The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

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The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Fastball on SI / April 30

Chicago Cubs Outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong Carves Out Spot in Franchise Record Books

Pete Crow-Armstrong did more than double the Chicago Cubs' lead when he crushed a two-run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday. Despite finishing the contest 1-for-4, the 23-year-old center fielder is now batting .284 with six home runs, 12 stolen bases, 21 RBIs and 23 runs so far in 2025.

Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / April 30

Chicago Cubs offense has thrived under multi-tool, Wrigley-nullifying mindset

The Chicago Cubs took some flak when they signed former Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell to a 5-year, $40 million contract prior to the 2024 season, making him the highest paid MLB manager of all-time.

Dansby Swanson News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs’ Dansby Swanson makes a statement after demotion

On Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs sent Dansby Swanson a message by demoting the shortstop ahead of their matchup against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 29

Cubs smack four homers in rout of Pirates

Carson Kelly and Seiya Suzuki each homered as part of three-hit outings and the Chicago Cubs belted four overall during a 9-0 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 29

Cubs defeat Pirates with an impressive night at the plate

Headed into Tuesday's night game in Pittsburgh against the Pirates, the Chicago Cubs had won four straight games at PNC Park. That streak improved to five straight games with their 9-0 win on Tuesday.

Team-by-team NL MVPs: Budding superstar, six pitchers take spotlight

Cubs demote struggling infielder before series against Pirates

Cubs' 21-year-old infielder is off to a hot start in High-A South Bend

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Shota Imanaga News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Cubs Make Major Shota Imanaga Announcement During Pirates Game

The Chicago Cubs are on the road on Tuesday night as they begin a three-game series against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park. It has been a great start to the season for Chicago as they currently sit at the top of the National League Central standings with a 17-12 record, one game ahead of the Cincinnati Reds.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29

Former Chicago Cubs Infielder Shares Controversial Quote After Trade to Rival

The Chicago Cubs have done some serious roster re-tooling over the course of the season as they figure out the best group to help them win. One of those moves before the season was selecting former Detroit Tigers infielding prospect Gage Workman from the Rule 5 draft.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs ownership wants to keep Kyle Tucker, whatever the cost; says MLB insider

The Chicago Cubs picked up a major asset this offseason when they traded for multi-tool right fielder Kyle Tucker. They also, however, acquired themselves a major dilemma.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs demote struggling infielder before series against Pirates

The Chicago Cubs are switching things up this week following their series loss over the weekend to the Philadelphia Phillies. The Cubs won the opening game on Friday but lost two in a row to the Phillies, including a 3-1 loss in front of 31,761 fans at Wrigley Field on Sunday.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs’ top 5 prospect is on fire down at Triple-A

The Chicago Cubs survived one of the most challenging schedules in Major League Baseball. They faced some of the best the National League had to offer and had the Texas Rangers sprinkled in for good measure.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29

Chicago Cubs Will Have Agonizing Trade Deadline Decision To Make on Star Prospect

The Chicago Cubs are off to an incredible start this season on the offensive side of the ball, using their powerful lineup to hit their way to the top of the division one month into the season.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs 21-year-old infielder is off to a hot start in High-A South Bend

The Chicago Cubs are off to a 17-12 start in the 2025 season while being dealt a tough schedule with no division games until Tuesday night’s showdown in Pittsburgh.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Craig Counsell Makes Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Announcement Amid MVP Start

Kudos to Pete Crow-Armstrong for the way he's been playing for the Chicago Cubs. Crow-Armstrong has been one of the top five players in Major League Baseball, and it doesn't look like he'll slow down anytime soon.

Matt Shaw News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Cubs Urged to Make Strange Matt Shaw Decision After Demotion to Triple-A

The Chicago Cubs don't have many issues on their current roster. Whether the front office should take this hot start and look at it as something that can continue throughout the rest of the campaign remains to be seen.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 29

Dynamic Chicago Cubs Outfielder Has Ascended to All-Star Level Producer

The Chicago Cubs' offense has been producing at an incredibly high level through the first month of the 2025 MLB regular season. They are averaging 5.93 runs per game, which is the most in baseball and nearly a half-run ahead of the second-place team, the New York Yankees, who are at 5.45.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / April 29

What Cubs Are Reportedly Prepared to Do to Secure Kyle Tucker Long-Term

The Chicago Cubs are going to have a tough time re-signing their superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker. The offseason trade came with risks, namely Tucker’s one-year deal and reluctance to sign a long-term contract before hitting free agency.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 29

Chicago Cubs could have the answers they have been looking for in veteran left-handed bullpen help

The Chicago Cubs bullpen has already been a roller coaster to begin the 2025 season, but there are some positives to take away from certain individuals in the stable.

Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29

Craig Counsell reveals Wrigley Field X-factor Cubs are using to ‘advantage’

For more than a century, baseball teams and players have been trying to find any minute advantage they can. So it should be no surprise that the Chicago Cubs and manager Craig Counsell are trying to use their own ballpark, Wrigley Field, to give them the tiniest edge.