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The Cubs bullpen was really, really good for the first few months of 2025. In recent weeks, though, they’ve had some notable meltdowns. Wednesday night, we saw that first-half pen again as they threw 4.2 innings of one-hit relief and the Cubs held on for a 3-2 win over the Braves.

Chicago Cubs News / Sporting News / September 11

Kelly’s bat keeps Cubs rolling with Tucker sidelined

Carson Kelly homered again last night, propelling Chicago to a victory. This was Kelly's fourth homer in the month of September already, supplying the power with Kyle Tucker sidelined.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 2

Carson Kelly becomes first Cubs player since 2016 with this accomplishment

The Chicago Cubs pulled off a wild Labor Day win on Monday, with Carson Kelly leading the charge in dramatic fashion. Kelly sparked a late comeback against the Atlanta Braves by launching a game-tying home run and later delivering the walk-off hit.

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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2

Cubs’ brutally slumping catcher plays hero in epic comeback vs. Braves

The Chicago Cubs staged a dramatic late-inning rally against the Atlanta Braves, and Carson Kelly delivered when it mattered most. After enduring weeks of inconsistency at the plate, the Cubs catcher finally broke through with two clutch hits.

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The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 2025 season didn't go as well as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments from their respective teams.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 2

Cubs Magic Number To Clinch Playoff Berth Falls, Gain On Brewers In NL Central Race

The Chicago Cubs bounced back from two straight losses to the Colorado Rockies and defeated the Atlanta Braves, 7-6, at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Monday.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 2

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Ian Happ, Matt Shaw, Dansby Swanson, Carson Kelly star in Cubs walk-off

The action, as always, is between the lines. So much video! Minicap and highlights: By now you know about the roster moves. The Cubs opened their six-game homestand with three against the Atlanta Braves, who sent Spencer Strider to the mound versus Colin Rea for the first game.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / September 2

Cubs hope mainstays can break slumps vs. Braves

The Chicago Cubs hope the final month of the regular season goes better for Carson Kelly and Pete Crow-Armstrong than the last one. Kelly is off to a great September start heading into the second game of a three-game series against the visiting Atlanta Braves on Tuesday, and Crow-Armstrong showed he is willing to try anything to end his slump.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / September 1

Carson Kelly collects two clutch hits to rally Cubs past Braves

Carson Kelly hit a game-tying two-run homer in the eighth and a walk-off RBI single in the 10th to lift the Chicago Cubs to a 7-6 win against the visiting Atlanta Braves in the opener of their three-game series on Monday afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 1

Carson Kelly fuels furious Cubs comeback over Braves

The Chicago Cubs had one of their best comebacks of the season on Monday afternoon.

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Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 13

Cubs to place catcher back on IL after just returning

Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya had to be carted off the field during tonight’s matchup with the Blue Jays. He hurt his left ankle running to first base in the eighth inning.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 24

Cubs' Carson Kelly Reveals Why He Liked MLB Rule Change to Universal DH

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has spent time in both the American League and National League throughout his career. While the rules are universal between

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 24

Changes Made by Cubs Slugger Have Led to Best MLB Season in Years

Despite a rough month of June for the Chicago Cubs, they're hanging onto their lead in the National League Central division. No team is without setbacks or slumps over a 162-game MLB season, and the Cubs have ultimately weathered those storms to continue dominant play nearing the midpoint of the 2025 season.

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Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / June 23

The Offensive Woes Continue for Carson Kelly

Carson Kelly became a member of the Chicago Cubs via free agency in December of 2024. He was signed as a backup catcher to Miguel Amaya, who is a young, hopeful catcher.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 8

Chicago Cubs Shockingly Productive Slugger’s Numbers Have Fallen Hard

The Chicago Cubs had an incredible start to the season in more ways than one, powering their way to the top of the standings with an offense that was putting up some incredible numbers.

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / May 25

Chicago Cubs Catcher Carson Kelly Scratched From Starting Lineup Due to Illness

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly has been scratched from Sunday's lineup against the Cincinnati Reds due to illness, the team has announced. Kelly was in line to start behind the plate, a role he was set to fill more frequently with Miguel Amaya landing on the injured list.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 19

Cubs' one-time offensive dynamo has lost his way big time

In his first 20 games, he befuddled the baseball world, slashing .361/.500/.820 and posting a 252 wRC+.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 19

Carson Kelly responds to Cubs fans earnest gesture

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly had a monster game on Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. In fact, he has exceeded all expectations so far this year while splitting duties with Miguel Amaya behind home plate.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Cubs Receive Good News on Catcher's Wrist Injury

The Chicago Cubs received a scare during Sunday’s game as catcher Carson Kelly was hit with a pitch on his left wrist. He stayed in the game for a few innings, but was later pulled and underwent x-rays.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 14

NL Central fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace

Some players are overperforming early in the Major League Baseball schedule and are due to regress.

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Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 1

Unexpected MLB player hits for the cycle

The improbable cycle was the first in Cubs history since former All-Star Mark Grace did it in 1993.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / December 13

C Carson Kelly lands two-year deal with Cubs

On the same day they acquired All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker in a trade, the Chicago Cubs gave a two-year contract to free agent catcher Carson Kelly on Friday.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 14