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The Milwaukee Brewers continue their tense series against the Cubs Tuesday night after rallying for an 8-4 game one win. Trailing in the division by 6.5 games earlier this season, the Brew Crew reclaimed the NL Central lead with the victory.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 29

For emotional Cubs, Colin Rea bids to beat former club in matchup vs. Brewers

The emotional Chicago Cubs will turn to veteran right-hander Colin Rea on Tuesday night in a bid to even their three-game series with host Milwaukee and move back into a tie with the Brewers atop the National League Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 27

Former MLB Exec Pitches Cubs Blockbuster with Pirates to Address Pitching Woes

It is no secret that the Chicago Cubs are on the lookout for pitching help ahead of the MLB trade deadline this year. They could use some reinforcements at the backend of their bullpen, but most of their focus is going to be on the starting rotation, where injuries and ineffectiveness have plagued the unit.

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Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 24

Cubs Trade Deadline 'Blueprint' Includes Acquiring Pirates' All-Star

The Chicago Cubs are all over the trade market searching for upgrades. While they can shoot high for National League RBI leader Eugenio Suarez to occupy third base or convince the Padres to part ways with Dylan Cease, either way, the odds are high that Chicago makes more than one move at the deadline.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 24

Chicago Cubs: Help! 'Desperate' Cubs pursuing new and old pitching targets

The Chicago Cubs lost to the Kansas City Royals 8-4 on Wednesday, once again relinquishing full first place standing to the red-hot Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central Division.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 23

Chicago Cubs will be without a key piece for game three versus the Royals: Report

The Chicago Cubs have had a great start to the second half, having a 4-2 record, and will look to take the rubber match this afternoon versus the Kansas City Royals.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 21

MLB Insider Jon Heyman Addresses Starting Pitching Market, Who Cubs Should Target

The Chicago Cubs will likely be one of the most active teams at the 2025 MLB trade deadline, as they sit tied with the Milwaukee Brewers on top of the National League Central, despite also being tied with the Brewers for the best record in the NL.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 20

Cubs Potential Pitching Trade Target Unlikely to be Moved, Per MLB Insider

It’s no secret that the Chicago Cubs need at least one starting pitcher to bolster their rotation for a stretch run to win the National League Central.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Alex Cora gives Red Sox ‘no excuses’ bottom line after winning streak gets snapped

The Boston Red Sox entered the second half of the 2025 season riding a 10-game winning streak and with a 12-1 record in their last 13 games. But their red-hot run came to a screeching halt Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field, where the Chicago Cubs handed them a 4-1 loss in Major League Baseball’s first game after the All-Star break.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / July 18

Seiya Suzuki's 3-run HR helps Cubs snap Red Sox's 10-game streak

Seiya Suzuki hit a three-run home run in the first inning to help lead the Chicago Cubs post a 4-1 victory over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Friday afternoon.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / July 18

Chicago Cubs Begin Second Half Of Regular Season With 4-1 Win Over the Boston Red Sox

The Chicago Cubs came out of the All-Star break by defeating the red-hot Boston Red Sox 4-1 at home. Boston entered Wrigley Field winners of 10 straight games.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / July 18

Red Sox's First Second-Half Lineup Hints At Uncertain Future For Fan Favorite

The Boston Red Sox are finally beginning the second half of the season, and not a moment too soon. After rolling into the All-Star break on a 10-game winning streak, the Red Sox had to take four days off before facing the first-place Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 17

Red Sox, Cubs hope to carry momentum into second half of season

A pair of teams eager to resume play will kick off the second half of the regular season on Friday afternoon, when the Chicago Cubs host the Boston Red Sox.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / July 12

Chicago Cubs reaping benefits of ‘afterthought’ free agent acquisition

The Chicago Cubs have a very thin margin for error when it comes to starting pitching right now. Already short-staffed due to the season-ending injury

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MLB News / Total Apex Sports / July 10

Chicago Cubs Linked to Miami Marlins Flamethrower

The Chicago Cubs will be one of the more active teams at this summer’s MLB trade deadline. They are sitting atop the NL Central, have a plethora of personnel in their organization with uncertain futures, and have the assets to make moves happen.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 10

Colin Rea silences Twins, PCA parks pair of HRs to lead Cubs over Minnesota

Pete Crow-Armstrong crushed a pair of home runs and right-hander Colin Rae handled the rest as the Chicago Cubs beat the Minnesota Twins in an 8-1 blowout in Minneapolis on Thursday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / July 10

Cubs Prospect Could Be Key to Landing Pirates’ All‑Star Ace

The next few weeks are going to be incredibly important for the Chicago Cubs as they look to acquire some starting pitching help ahead of the MLB trade deadline.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 8

No Time to Coast: Cubs Begin Critical Road Trip in Minnesota

The Chicago Cubs gave fans a special treat with their performance on the homestand. They went 5-2 at Wrigley, beat the teams they were supposed to beat, and looked like a team ready to make a push deep into October.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / July 4

Cubs Named 'Ideal' Landing Spot For Royals $45M Ace In Potential Blockbuster

Get ready to hear Seth Lugo's name come up in a lot of trade talks this month. Lugo has been brilliant for the Kansas City Royals once again in 2025. The issue is that he's been so brilliant that there's no doubt he'll opt out of the third and final year of his $45 million contract.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 4

Pete Crow-Armstrong builds MVP case in win over Cardinals

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong illustrates MVP case in Independence Day win

In honor of America's founding fathers signing the Declaration of Independence 249 years ago on July 4, 1776, Chicago Cubs centerfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong made his own bold declaration against the St. Louis Cardinals.

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Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Analyzing the Chicago Cubs .500 Record in June

So far, the Cubs have had quite an excellent season with a record of 49-35. However, they slowed down significantly in June, finishing at exactly .500 with a record of 13-13.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 16

Chicago Cubs realistic trade target may not excite, but could be the right choice

The Chicago Cubs have a fairly comfortable lead in first place right now atop the NL Central Division– 5.5 games over the Milwaukee Brewers as of this writing.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 22

Chicago Cubs Insider Reveals Team Is Already Shopping Around for Pitching Help

The Chicago Cubs entered the season with questionable pitching depth both in the bullpen and the starting rotation. Despite the need, the Cubs were not in this winter on most of the top of the market names, many of whom wound up securing massive nine-figure deals Chicago was never going to entertain.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 10

Veteran reliever to reunite with manager Craig Counsell after landing one-year deal

The Cubs and right-hander Colin Rea have agreed to a one-year, $5M deal.

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Milwaukee Brewers News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Colin Rea clears waivers, Brewers to decline club option

Right-hander Colin Rea has cleared waivers, as first reported by MLBTR’s Steve Adams. The news leaves the Brewers poised to decline his $5.5M club option for 2025 in favor of a $1M buyout.

Brewers decline club option on two-time All-Star