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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Sporting News / October 6

Pete Crow-Armstrong family tree: Meet Cubs star's actor parents Ashley Crow and Matthew Armstrong and more

Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong comes from a talented family, but he didn't follow his parents' career path.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 6

A look at Cubs postseason history by opponent

Last week, on the cusp of the 2025 postseason, I looked back at the Cubs’ postseason record per year, in the 21 previous postseasons they had played. Today,

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 6

3 reasons Cubs fans should be optimistic about the team’s chances in NLDS Game 2

Things did not go the Chicago Cubs way during Game 1 of the NLDS, with the Milwaukee Brewers winning by a score of 9-3. Starter Matthew Boyd was chased from the game in the first inning, Michael Soroka wasn’t sharp after him, and finally Aaron Civale was able to settle things down, but by then it was too late.

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The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

How many of the last players to hit 40 or more home runs for every MLB team can you name in five minutes?

The '50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 6

Baseball history unpacked, October 6

On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths.

Nico Hoerner News / ChiCitySports / October 5

Chicago Cubs: Can Nico Hoerner escape Cubs playoff goat tag?

The Chicago Cubs got bashed pretty good on Saturday in their 9-3 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game One of the NLDS at American Family Field. Actually, by the top of the third, the game was pretty much done as the Cubs were buried 9-1, after an ugly six-run Brewers first inning and a three-run Brewers second.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 5

Why The Chicago Cubs Aren't Panicking After Game 1 Loss vs Brewers

After winning two out of three games at Wrigley Field against the San Diego Padres, the Chicago Cubs extended their season. Their quest to win a second World Series in the past nine years still has life to it.

Shota Imanaga News / Field Level Media / October 5

Cubs hope Shota Imanaga can help them avoid 2-0 NLDS hole vs. Brewers

MILWAUKEE -- The Milwaukee Brewers will turn to left-hander Aaron Ashby for a spot start as they look to move one step closer to their first postseason series win since 2018 when they host the Chicago Cubs on Monday night in the second game of the National League Division Series.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / October 5

Shōta Imanaga Confirmed as Game 2 Starter

As expected, Craig Counsell announced Sunday afternoon that Shōta Imanaga will be the Cubs’ starter for Game 2 of their NLDS series against the Brewers.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5

Brewers provide uncertain injury update on Jackson Chourio

Following an MRI exam that provided inconclusive results, the Milwaukee Brewers do not know whether star outfielder Jackson Chourio will be available for Monday's Game 2 of the NL Division Series against the Chicago Cubs.

Brewers' 'scary' injury concern darkens their NLDS Game 1 shellacking of Cubs

Craig Counsell ripped for his controversial decision in NLDS Game 1

MLB playoff takeaways: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shines; Tigers in strong position

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The 'Most MLB 3+ RBI-games since 2015' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 5

Cubs Name Starter For Must-Win NLDS Game 2 Against Brewers

The Chicago Cubs know that Game 2 of the National League Division Series is a must-win. So, they’re turning to their ace. Shota Imanaga will start Game 2 on Monday evening, per the MLB.com probables page.

Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / October 5

Chicago Cubs: Counsell’s brutal tactical error has team reeling ahead of NLDS Game Two

The Chicago Cubs were done by the end of the second inning in Saturday’s opening game of the NLDS versus the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

Colin Rea News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 5

Shōta Imanaga will start NLDS Game 2 for the Cubs

Earlier today, I asked BCB readers who they thought should start Game 2 of the Division Series against the Brewers. At the time of this post, 75 percent of readers said it should be Colin Rea.

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Matt Boyd News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 5

Cubs' Matthew Boyd Joins Dubious List In Historic Meltdown vs Brewers In NLDS Game 1

The Chicago Cubs handed left-hander Matthew Boyd the ball against the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 1 of the National League Division Series and it did not go well.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 5

Who should start NLDS Game 2 for the Cubs?

Game 1 of the National League Division series didn’t go well for the Cubs, and they trail the Brewers one game to none. Let’s leave that behind and look forward, because leaving Milwaukee tied at one game each in this series would be a result any of us any of us would be happy with.

Owen Ayers News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 5

Cubs Arizona Fall League Primer: Roster, Schedule, TV, Players To Watch

The Chicago Cubs are sending nine prospects to get a head start on development for the 2026 season during the Arizona Fall League, which starts on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 5

MLB playoff takeaways: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. shines; Tigers in strong position

The divisional round of the 2025 Major League Baseball playoffs kicked off on Saturday with four games. There were two blowouts and two close games, including an extra-innings thriller in Seattle.

Brewers' 'scary' injury concern darkens their NLDS Game 1 shellacking of Cubs

Brewers' Jackson Chourio undergoes MRI for hamstring injury

Craig Counsell ripped for his controversial decision in NLDS Game 1

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The 'MLB Platinum Glove award winners' quiz

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / October 4

Brewers Crush Cubs in Explosive Game 1, Chourio Makes History Before Injury as Counsell’s Return Sparks Emotional Showdown

The Milwaukee Brewers, spurred on by a raucous home crowd and pre-game comments from their old skipper, unleashed a torrent of offense to bury the Chicago Cubs 9-3 on Saturday in Game 1 of the National League Division Series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 4