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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 6
2 MLB-ready prospects the Cubs could deal at Winter Meetings
The Chicago Cubs enter the Winter Meetings in an intriguing spot. Fresh off a playoff series win, expectations are rising, but the front office still faces plenty of work with several key contributors now hitting free agency.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 4
Cubs walkoff heroes: Michael Busch, May 7, 2024 
EDITOR’S NOTE: Once again, this is a repost of the game recap from this exciting walkoff homer that Michael Busch hit against the Padres. Busch, of course, had a breakout season in 2025 and hopefully will be a 30-homer man for the Cubs for several more seasons.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 2
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Busch, Tucker, Winter Meetings
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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 26
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cade Horton, Michael Busch get awards from the pre-arb bonus pool
In the last collective-bargaining agreement, MLB owners agreed to create a bonus pool of money to be paid to certain players not eligible for arbitration.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 23
Why Cubs’ Michael Busch Was Robbed Of NL Silver Slugger Finalist Nomination
The National League Silver Slugger finalists were announced for the ‘25 season. The award is given to the best all-around offensive player at each position in the National League, and is based on stats like RBI, home runs, batting average, and more.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 20
Stats Prove Cubs’ Michael Busch Was Among MLB’s Best First Basemen This Year
It is really easy to focus on the negative aspects of the Chicago Cubs' season when it ends on a bitter note, like it did. They forced a game five with the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Divisional Series, only to be sent home.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 13
4 Players Who Stepped Into Their First Postseason Spotlight With The Cubs
The Chicago Cubs’ postseason run didn’t end with a trophy, but it did showcase the depth that carried them deep into October. From unexpected bullpen heroes to fearless rookies at the plate, several Cubs stepped into the spotlight and made their mark during Chicago’s 2025 playoff campaign.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 12
Cubs’ Michael Busch, Pete Crow-Armstrong share disapointment over NLDS loss to Brewers
The Chicago Cubs’ promising 2025 season came to an abrupt end on Saturday night. Facing the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 5 of the National League Divisional Series, Chicago’s batters couldn’t get anything going against Milwaukee’s vaunted pitching.
MLB News / Field Level Media / October 9
First-inning offense in focus as Cubs try to even NLDS vs. Brewers
The Chicago Cubs have started fast in each of the first three games of the National League Division Series, but they have only one win to show for it. They will look to bolt out of the blocks once again in Game 4 on Thursday when they attempt to even their best-of-five series against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
MLB News / Total Apex Sports / October 8
Chicago Cubs Hold Off the Milwaukee Brewers To Force a Game 4
Just when you thought the Chicago Cubs were about to pack their bags for another long winter, they went and did something about it. The North Siders clawed their way to a nail-biting 4-3 victory over Milwaukee at Wrigley Field on Wednesday, forcing a Game 4 and giving their fans something to smile about for at least another day.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 8
Chicago Cubs 1st baseman makes postseason history against the Brewers
The Chicago Cubs have their backs against the wall after falling 2-0 to the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series. The Cubs will send right-hander Jameson Taillon to the mound to act as a stopper in Game 3.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 4
Cubs’ Michael Busch accomplishes feat not seen in Chicago history since 2016
The Chicago Cubs landed in the franchise history books again on Saturday thanks to first baseman Michael Busch. In the top of the first inning of Game
The '2025 MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the 33 MLB players to hit at least 30 home runs in the 2025 season can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / September 27
Cubs clinch home field for Wild Card series as Michael Busch sparks offense against Cardinals
Michael Busch homered twice, tripled, doubled and drove in four runs to help the Chicago Cubs clinch home-field advantage for their National League wild-card series with a 7-3 win against the visiting St.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 10
Michael Busch, Cubs looks to feast on Cards' pitching in finale
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell insisted it was just a matter of time before his batters got rolling again. "I'll say it again: This is a good offense," Counsell said after the Cubs lost 5-0 to the St.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / August 9
Cardinals-killer Michael Busch powers Cubs past rivals
Michael Busch hit a three-run home run and scored twice to lead the visiting Chicago Cubs past the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1 on Saturday night. Busch came into the game 13-for-29 (.448 batting average) with five homers, 10 runs and eight RBIs against the Cardinals this season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 13
Cubs head into All-Star break with momentum after series win
After splitting the first two games of the series, the Chicago Cubs took the rubber match over the New York Yankees on Sunday.
Chicago Cubs News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / July 9
Former Tar Heel Michael Busch Is Biggest All-Star Snub
Major League Baseball has announced the rosters for the 2025 All-Star Game and the name of former North Carolina Diamond Heels star Michael Busch's name was nowhere to be found.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / July 7
All-Star Snub: Michael Busch Named National League Player of the Week
Michael Busch is finally getting the recognition he deserves. On Monday, the Chicago Cubs slugger was named National League Co-Player of the Week, sharing the honor with Philadelphia Phillies ace Zack Wheeler.
Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / July 6
Should Michael Busch Be an All-Star?
This year, Cubs’ first baseman, Michael Busch, has slowly become one of the most underrated players in the league. His performance this year at the plate has given an already powerful lineup a boost.
Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / July 5
Chicago Cubs' Michael Busch Joins Zany History with Three-Homer Game vs. Rivals
The Chicago Cubs rolled over the rival St. Louis Cardinals on Friday afternoon, taking full advantage of the July 4 holiday at Wrigley Field. The Cubs won 11-3, hitting eight home runs in all, including three from first baseman Michael Busch.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5
Michael Busch joins crazy Cubs July 4th tradition with three homers
Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch joined a crazy team tradition with his huge game on Friday. Busch went 4-for-4 with three home runs and five RBIs in his Cubs’ 11-3 win over the St.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 27
Shota Imanaga dazzles in return to mound as Cubs maintain NL Central lead
After dropping Monday's opener, the Chicago Cubs managed to leave St. Louis with an important series win and maintain their position in the driver's seat of the National League Central race.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 11
Cubs Predicted to Replace Matt Busch With 25 Home Run Slugger
The Chicago Cubs have been fortunate that Michael Busch is the type of player that he is. After they acquired him, there were questions about whether the Cubs would go out and try to add another first baseman.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / June 2
Watch: Michael Busch lifts Cubs to win with homer into Wrigley wind
Michael Busch helped power the Cubs to a 7-3 win over Cincinnati on Sunday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 2
Watch: Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong has big day vs. Brewers
Watch: Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong has big day vs. Brewers
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 24
Michael Busch Is Becoming One of MLB’s Best First Basemen
Stats and rankings taken prior to first pitch on April 23. The Chicago Cubs have one of the most prolific offenses in baseball. They lead MLB in runs per game at 6.24, they have the highest OPS in the sport at .805, and they’ve scored 10 or more runs in a game seven times already this season, which is the most in MLB.
The '2024 MLB rookie home run leaders' quiz
How many of the rookies to hit at least seven home runs in the 2024 MLB season can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 9
Cubs star named a prime bust candidate for 2025 season
The Chicago Cubs gave first baseman Michael Busch a huge vote of confidence this offseason. Will they come to regret it?
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