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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 9
Cubs' Craig Counsell Breaks Silence on Nico Hoerner Ejection
Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Horner hit the showers early on Sunday. Hoerner struck out looking on a pitch that was obviously low and inside and was ejected for telling home plate umpire Derek Thomas, “You’re having a really bad day.” Manager Craig Counsell quickly rushed to Hoerner’s defense as he pleaded with Thomas.
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MLB News / Yardbarker / June 9
Cubs ejections are another example of umpires overreacting
When people pay money to go to a Major League Baseball game they are not doing so to watch the umpires. Sometimes the league's umpires need reminded of that.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / June 9
Cubs’ Nico Hoerner reveals 6-word message to umpire that got him ejected
Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner was ejected from Sunday’s game against the Detroit Tigers after he questioned a called third strike, and we now know what he said that led to him being thrown out.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 8
Chicago Cubs manager furious at ump for ejection after Nico Hoerner’s 6-word diss
Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell was upset with home plate umpire Derek Thomas following the team’s 4-0 loss to the Detroit Tigers on Sunday in front of 40,343 fans at Comerica Park.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 6
1 untouchable Cubs player ahead of trade deadline
As the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches, the Chicago Cubs find themselves at a pivotal crossroads. Despite a roster that has undergone significant changes and a season marked by both promise and adversity, one question looms large over Wrigley Field: Who is the one player the Cubs simply cannot afford to part with?
MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / June 4
Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals Preview, Prediction & Odds | June 4, 2025
The Chicago Cubs are ready for the middle game of a three-game National League series against the Washington Nationals. The Cubs were able to win the opening game of this series with an 8-3 victory on Tuesday.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 22
Cubs' Nico Hoerner Shows Why Justin Turner Is Still Around
When the Chicago Cubs signed 40-year-old Justin Turner to a one-year, $6 million deal this offseason, it was unclear where he would fit in on the team.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 17
Cubs cruise past White Sox, 7-3
Dansby Swanson and Nico Hoerner each went 2-for-3 for the Chicago Cubs in a 7-3 win against the visiting Chicago White Sox on Saturday. Starting pitcher Matthew Boyd (4-2) gave up three runs on four hits and struck out eight in six innings for the Cubs, who have won the first two of the three-game series.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 14
Cubs’ Nico Hoerner goes viral while scoring walk-off run vs. Marlins
The Chicago Cubs looked like they were on their way to a disappointing loss to the Miami Marlins at Wrigley Field on Tuesday night, but the Cubs pulled off a ninth-inning rally to secure a 5-4 walk-off win.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / May 12
Chicago Cubs’ infielder collected important career accolade on Sunday
The Chicago Cubs have an important week ahead with six very winnable games on tap at Wrigley Field after spending this past weekend in New York. Their homestand starts with a three-game series with the Miami Marlins beginning on Monday.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 16
In 10th, Cubs hand Padres first home loss
Nico Hoerner tripled in the go-ahead run in the top of the 10th inning and the visiting Chicago Cubs handed the San Diego Padres their first home loss, 2-1, on Tuesday night.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 13
Cubs player misses fly ball in middle of interview with ESPN
One player’s in-game interview with ESPN quickly went wrong this week. Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner was mic’d up for his team’s “Sunday Night Baseball” game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Sunday.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 7
Chicago Cubs infielder has improved his approach so far in 2025
The Chicago Cubs had a chance to sweep the Padres on Sunday at Wrigley Field, but they couldn’t slam the door shut to extend their winning streak to six games.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 29
Chicago Cubs: Why having this valuable piece back strengthens the lineup
The Chicago Cubs are not off to a great start this season, having a 1-3 record in their first four games. The Cubs had another clunker last night when they dropped the second game of the series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, falling 8-1 after scoring ten runs the night before to beat them.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 22
Chicago Cubs receive important update on Nico Hoerner
The Chicago Cubs are five days away from beginning their second start to the season when they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks in a four-game series. The Cubs look to bounce back after taking a pummeling over in Tokyo where they dropped both games to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 11
Chicago Cubs key position player will spend time in minors as Cubs travel to Japan
The Chicago Cubs already had an idea of where they were headed with their star second baseman, but the plans have now been confirmed. The 27-year-old Nico Hoerner underwent successful flexor tendon surgery on his right forearm this past October, to repair an injury that persisted throughout much of the 2024 season and hampered his performance.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / January 19
Status of Cubs’ Nico Hoerner Still Unclear as Spring Approaches
Since it was revealed Nico Hoerner underwent flexor tendon surgery in his right forearm in October, questions about the Chicago Cubs’ second baseman’s status haven’t gone away.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 18
Cubs' Nico Hoerner reveals part of game impacted most by injury
As the Cubs have attempted to retool their roster in an effort to get back to the playoffs for the first time in a 162-game season since 2018, one of the biggest question marks regarding the club’s roster this winter has been the status of second baseman Nico Hoerner.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 9
The Chicago Cubs finally provide update on core player
It has taken to the new year, but the Chicago Cubs finally provided an update for second basemen Nico Hoerner’s status for this up coming season. The 27-year-old Hoerner had surgery earlier this offseason to repair a torn right flexor tendon in his forearm.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 7
Chicago Cubs’ Nico Hoerner gets some long overdue recognition
The Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner just may be the “I get no respect” Rodney Dangerfield of the team. Since the 27-year-old became a full-time starter in 2022, he’s consistently been one of the better contact hitters in the league.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 6
Chicago Cubs Have Reportedly Had Trade Talks With Seattle Mariners for Nico Hoerner
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the most frequently mentioned teams when it comes to trade rumors around baseball. It is no secret that they would like to move Cody Bellinger after he decided to accept his 2025 player option worth $27.5 million.
Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / October 21
Nico Hoerner Undergoes Hand Surgery
After a disappointing finish to the season, the Chicago Cubs announced that gold glover Nico Hoerner underwent flexor tendon surgery on his right hand.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21
Cubs INF undergoes flexor tendon surgery
The news comes out of nowhere, as there was no prior indication there was anything wrong with his throwing arm.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 23
Watch: Cubs turn double play between three seagulls
The Chicago Cubs got New York Mets third baseman Mark Vientos to ground into what would have normally been a pretty routine 4-6-3 double play in the top of the second inning on Sunday night.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 22, 2024
What Nico Hoerner's walk-off vs. Braves meant to Cubs
During Tuesday's home game against the Atlanta Braves, the Chicago Cubs were in desperate need of a victory.
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