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Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / October 3
Cubs’ Future with Michael Busch Gets Intriguing Update
Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch is projected to receive a $5.4 million salary for the 2027 season through arbitration, a figure that could leave the club with a relative bargain at a position it expects to keep filled.
Chicago Cubs News / EssentiallySports / September 21
Cubs’ $175M Pro Forced to Leave the Game After Brutal Foul Ball Strikes Him in the Face
A 97-mph fastball off Michael Busch’s bat found Alex Bregman’s face in the on-deck circle. The Chicago Cubs left Sunday’s 9-1 win with a huge concern regarding their third baseman.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 20
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Michael Busch is the Superhero vs. the Reds 
There just haven’t been enough games like Saturday’s for the Cubs this year. It wasn’t easy. It never is with this team if they aren’t scoring 10 plus runs.
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / September 20
Busch’s 20th, Swanson’s First Homer Back Lift Cubs Past Reds, 5-2
Matthew Boyd finally got a win, Michael Busch put the Chicago Cubs back in front, and Dansby Swanson reminded everyone why they waited a month for him.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 19
Cubs come through in late innings, top Reds
Michael Busch and Dansby Swanson hit solo home runs to lift the visiting Chicago Cubs to a 5-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday. The win allowed the Cubs (86-69) to pull a full game ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies for the top wild-card playoff spot in the National League.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 15
Is Michael Busch Finding His Groove at the Right Time for the Cubs?
In the Chicago Cubs' dominant offensive season spearheaded by the likes of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman, Michael Busch's 2026 has flown under the radar.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 15
Chicago Cubs news — Ramirez, Busch, Amaya
Today’s Reflections The Cubs lost another chance for a sweep this weekend, but emerged with a series win over the Pirates. The two games Saturday and Sunday both had the final scores of 4-3, but with different winners.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 14
Chicago Cubs update: Alex Bregman, Michael Busch, Pedro Ramirez
The Cubs took two of three from the Pirates after getting swept in Milwaukee and entering Monday’s action hold the top wild card spot by virtue of their tiebreaker over the Phillies.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 14
Cubs’ 2025 postseason star showing signs of a September revival
Last postseason, Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch made history by becoming the first player to hit two leadoff home runs in the same playoff series.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / September 11
Alex Bregman, Michael Busch lead way as Cubs rout Pirates
Alex Bregman belted a two-run homer and Michael Busch drove in three runs, fueling the host Chicago Cubs to a convincing 12-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday afternoon.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 7
Cubs vs. Brewers Lineup: No Busch? Shaw Starts, Taylor Moved Up, More
The Chicago Cubs' hopes of catching the Milwaukee Brewers at the top of the NL Central are all but dead. They would have essentially needed to sweep their four-game set with the squad last week, but they walked away with a solid split.
MLB News / Burn City Sports / August 27
Crew chief speaks on controversial no-call during Diamondbacks, Cubs game
PHOENIX — The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chicago Cubs had plenty of heated moments during their series this week, but one of the major ones came during Wednesday’s series finale.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / August 18
Chicago Cubs: former 1B retires after making 2nd successful MLB comeback
The Chicago Cubs have established themselves as perennial contenders in the National League. In order to get to this point, they have both acquired and developed players that are mainstays at various positions.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / August 16
Cubs Announce Reason for Michael Busch's Removal From Lineup
Chicago Cubsfirst baseman Michael Busch has struggled coming out of the All-Star break. Over his last 28 games he has posted a .265 batting average, .305 on-base percentage, .668 OPS, three home runs and 14 RBIs.
MLB News / EasySportz / August 13
Busch Snaps Cavalli’s No-Hitter Bid as Nationals Crush Cubs 7-0
Michael Busch delivered the only hit the Chicago Cubs could muster, snapping Cade Cavalli’s no-hit bid in the seventh inning. Despite the historic moment for the Washington pitcher, the Nationals offense exploded for a 7-0 victory to close out the three-game set.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / July 5
Michael Busch Traded His Bat Speed for His Walk Rate — Whether He Meant To or Not
Michael Busch is walking at a 15.2 percent clip, up from 9.5 percent a year ago and the 96th percentile in baseball, while his bat speed has sat in the 7th percentile for most of the season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 1
Cubs slug eight homers, score 23 runs in series finale vs. Padres
The 2026 MLB Home Run Derby wasn't scheduled until Monday, July 13, in Philadelphia. The Chicago Cubs decided they'd use Wednesday's game against the San Diego Padres as an early preview of what fans may see 12 days from Wednesday.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 18
Michael Busch is walking a lot more this year
Michael Busch has quietly been one of the better Cubs hitters recently and has notably increased his walk rate so far this season. Last year, he walked at a 9.5% clip in 155 games during his 140 wRC+ season.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / June 1
Michael Busch Is Back to His Old Self at the Plate
Watching the Los Angeles Dodgers’ farm system develop high-tier talent is a point of pride for the fans, but it always comes with a caveat: Sometimes, there just isn’t any room at the inn. I vividly remember when the Dodgers selected Michael Busch out of the University of North Carolina with the 31st overall pick in the 2019 MLB Draft.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 26
Chicago Cubs: Michael Busch has been a bright spot amid team’s 9-game losing streak
The Chicago Cubs do not have much to feel good about at the moment. On Monday, they fell 2-1 to the Pittsburgh Pirates for their ninth consecutive loss.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 7
Fourth-inning outburst propels Cubs to 15th straight home win
There is no team hotter in Major League Baseball than the Chicago Cubs.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 17
The Cubs Should Be Concerned About Michael Busch's Slow Start
The Chicago Cubs are off to a mediocre start to the 2026 season. After having high expectations to not only win the NL Central but also compete for a title, they are just .500 in their first 18 games.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 13
Is This The Turning Point For Michael Busch, Cubs’ Offense?
Between last regular season and the ensuing playoff run, Michael Busch was arguably the Chicago Cubs’ top hitter. Busch recorded a a 140 wRC+ and an .866 OPS, both the top marks among Cubs regulars.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 3
Cubs’ Michael Busch Announces Personal News Before Guardians Game
The Chicago Cubs have built one of the most dangerous lineups in the National League over the past few seasons. A major reason for their success has been the emergence of first baseman Michael Busch, who was traded to Chicago from the Los Angeles Dodgers ahead of the 2024 MLB season.
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 / Larry Brown Sports / July 5, 2025
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, 2025
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 / Yardbarker / June 2, 2025
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.
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