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Craig Counsell Makes Controversial Decision After Cubs' Loss to Mets

The Chicago Cubs fell 7-2 to the New York Mets in Friday's series opener. This loss dropped Chicago to 22-17, while the win improved New York to 25-14.

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Chicago Cubs manager refuses to start Cade Horton against Mets

Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell is protecting his rookie pitcher for Saturday night’s contest against the New York Mets. The Cubs called up Cade Horton from Triple-A before their series against the Mets that started with a 7-2 thumping by New York on Friday night.

Jameson Taillon News / On Tap Sports Net / May 9

Cubs Drop First Game in New York Behind Taillon's Rough Night

The Chicago Cubs' losing streak extended to three games after Friday night's 7-2 loss to the New York Mets. The Cubs began their brief, three-game trip to New York with a rough outing from starting pitcher Jameson Taillon.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Cubs don’t have friend in high places after all; New Pope is White Sox fan

The Chicago Cubs were welcoming positive news after a two-game skid against the San Francisco Giants, a skid which included an ugly, ugly 14-5 extra innings loss to the San Francisco Giants, and they seemed to get it on Thursday morning.

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The 'American and National League strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

How many of the league leaders in K's for both the American and National Leagues since the 2000 MLB season can you name in five minutes?

Rafael Devers News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 9

Is Red Sox Star Devers a Viable Trade Option for Cubs After Latest Drama?

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a historic season in terms of the kind of offensive production they have put up over the first month and a half. There is however one major black hole in the lineup which could wind up holding them back down the line.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 9

Cubs fan places ‘Pope Parlay’ in get-rich-quick bet

The election of the first American Pope has turned out to be a bit of a boost for Chicago sports fans. Robert Prevost was elected by his fellow Cardinals to be the new Pope, and the Chicago native has taken the name of Leo XIV.

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / May 9

Cubs Call Up Top Pitching Prospect For Series Against Mets

CHICAGO – Cade Horton is expected to make his highly anticipated MLB debut as the Chicago Cubs travel to New York for a three-game series against the Mets from Friday to Sunday.

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 / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Cubs president gives update on top prospect’s MLB return

The Chicago Cubs wouldn’t admit it at the time, but they had made their mind up about third base very early into the offseason. Top prospect Matt Shaw was going to be their man.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 9

Cubs Must Address Glaring Roster Hole in Order To Find Postseason Success

It has been a fantastic start to the season for the Chicago Cubs, who have been as good as advertised coming into the year. This winter, the Cubs were one of the most active teams and had one of the best offseasons in baseball.

Ryan Pressly News / Athlon Sports / May 9

Cubs Predicted to Make Ryan Pressly Decision Amid Rough Start

The Chicago Cubs pulled off the best offseason MLB trade, acquiring outfielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros, who is at the forefront of a potent Cubs' offense.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 9

Cubs Get Excellent Update on Justin Steele Trade Replacement

If Jed Hoyer has shown one thing over the past few years, he's in love with left-handed starters. When the Chicago Cubs needed a right-hander during the offseason, all he did was go out and add Matthew Boyd.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Cubs could stay in the NL Central when trying to acquire starting pitching depth

Despite having a three-game lead of first place in the NL Central entering their weekend series against the Mets, the Chicago Cubs will need to add pitching depth at some point this summer.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 9

Cubs Fan Comes Up with Incredible ‘Pope’ Parlay as Leo XIV is Elected to Post

With the news of Robert Prevost's election, Chicago fans are having a hay day with the potential for some classic Pope Leo XIV sports betting. For one fan, "The Pope Parlay" has been set in motion, placing the Chicago Cubs as favorites to win the 2025 World Series.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Insider assures Chicago Cubs fans that the organization should be able to pay their 2 premier outfielders

The Chicago Cubs series against the New York Mets on the road this weekend is one of their more important sets away from Wrigley Field in the first half of the season.

Ryan Pressly News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Cubs have a big bullpen problem, aside from Ryan Pressly

The Chicago Cubs finished Tuesday’s game against the San Francisco Giants with a “worst of times” ending to an otherwise “best of times” game. After battling back to tie the game at five runs apiece, the Cubs went into extra innings, handing the ball to closer Ryan Pressly in the eleventh to hold the Giants.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 9

Brother of New Pope Puts to Bed Any Question of Whether He's a Cubs or White Sox Fan

Thursday afternoon marked a historic day not just for the Catholic Church, but also the United States of America and the city of Chicago with the election of a new pope.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Why Chicago Cubs fans don’t need to panic after series loss to the Giants

The Chicago Cubs dropping two of three games at home against the San Francisco Giants to begin this week was certainly not ideal after how Monday’s game went.

Cade Horton News / ChiCitySports / May 9

Chicago Cubs might not start Cade Horton against Mets after all, per insider

On Friday, the Chicago Cubs made a “tough” decision to call up rookie pitcher Cade Horton from Iowa before their three-game series against the New York Mets starting on Friday.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 9

Cubs Division Rival Pirates Were First Team To Fire Their Manager in 2025

The Chicago Cubs are no stranger to managerial changes. After 2014, they moved on from Rick Renteria following the season and hired Joe Maddon, the right decision since the legendary skipper played a huge role in helping this team break their longstanding World Series drought.

Cade Horton News / New Baseball Media / May 9

What to Expect from Cubs Pitcher Cade Horton

The Des Moines Register reported on May 9 that Cade Horton is on his way to New York, indicating he’ll join the Cubs for his MLB debut. Horton will make his first MLB start nearly three years after the Cubs made him a first-round pick.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8

Chicago Cubs made big blunder celebrating Pope Leo XIV

The Chicago Cubs made a pretty big blunder with their public message after a Chicago native was named the new pope. Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost, OSA, on Thursday became the first American in the history of the Roman Catholic Church to be named pope, taking the name Pope Leo XIV.

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?

Robbie Ray improves to 5-0 as Giants silence Cubs

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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.