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The Los Angeles Dodgers have been on a roster-move tear during their series with the Chicago Cubs. Very notably, Tarik Skubal has been activated by the Dodgers, but the Dodgers’ catching situation has been up in the air since Dalton Rushing landed on the IL. Before game two of the Cubs series, the Dodgers announced […] The post Dodgers Cut 4-Year MLB Player Before Chicago Cubs Game appeared first on HEAVY .
The Cubs finally traded prospects and aggressively fixed their pitching staff at the 2026 deadline, showing a true contender mindset under Jed Hoyer. The post The Cubs Finally Acted Like a Team Trying to Win — And That’s Why This Trade Deadline Was a Success appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
A birthday celebration at one of baseball’s most iconic ballparks turned into an unexpected tribute to Kyle Busch. NASCAR Hall of Famer Kurt Busch shared photos Monday from an early birthday trip to Chicago’s Wrigley Field, where he thanked his wife, the Chicago Cubs and several others for putting together what he called an “extraordinary […] The post Kurt Busch Has Unexpected Kyle Busch Moment During Birthday Trip to Wrigley Field appeared first on HEAVY .
These MLB trade deadline "steals" come with underrated downside risk, and could end up spoiling for the Dodgers, Cubs, Padres and Blue Jays.
The Cubs front office was busy piecing together the deals to bring in reinforcements for a battered Cubs pitching staff and upgrading their right-handed bats available off the bench over the last few days. The results are in and it’s time to weigh in on the new look Cubs. Earlier today Al gave fans a […]
Jed Hoyer didn’t stand pat, nor did he wait for the market to come to him at a time when he absolutely needed to make big improvements to the Cubs’ pitching staff. The man who’s been at or near the head of baseball operations on the North Side for nearly 15 years now showed the … The post Cubs ‘Here to Win’ with Deadline Splashes, Now Comes Some Serious Roster Shuffling appeared first on .
The Los Angeles Dodgers are currently taking on the Chicago Cubs in a three-game series. LA lost 10-5 in the series opener, but will welcome the services of Tarik Skubal on Tuesday evening, as Skubal will make his first start in Dodger Blue. One pitcher the Dodgers have been without for several months is starter […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Tyler Glasnow News During Cubs Series appeared first on HEAVY .
Pete Crow-Armstrong is on top of the world as the Chicago Cubs center fielder. Crow-Armstrong is a strong MVP contender and could dethrone Shohei Ohtani’s reign. Overall, PCA is an exciting player whose style of play matches his outgoing, irreverent personality. The latter of which means that he is susceptible to saying anything. During an […] The post Pete Crow-Armstrong tells Kristin Cavallari he ‘likes’ this bizarre Babe Ruth conspiracy theory appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The final move of the Mets’ deadline sell off landed just before 5 PM yesterday, with Clay Holmes and Tyrone Taylor shipped off as a package to the Cubs. In return, the Mets received Jefferson Rojas, an infielder ranked 63rd on MLB pipeline’s latest top 100 and 99th at Baseball America. Rojas’ overall profile is […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cubs fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. In last week’s SB Nation Reacts survey, I asked you how many deals you thought Cubs President of Baseball […]
Over the last few days, the New York Mets went through with what has been speculated about for weeks: A […]
“All the doors I closed one time will open up again.” – Back in the High Life Again by Steve Winwood The Cubs are 1-0 in post-deadline games and the hated Dodgers are the inverse, so life is pretty good for Cubs fans right now. Chicago fell behind quickly last night, but Matthew Boyd righted … The post The Rundown: Cubs Blast Dodgers, Hoyer Rewards Grinding Squad with Deadline Additions, CBA Concerns Follow Skubal to LA appeared first on .
Up to now, everything you’ve read here about the Cubs’ Trade Deadline deals has been basic facts about the players themselves and what the Cubs gave up for them. Let’s do a bit of next-day analysis. Before I get to what roster changes are likely coming, here’s some analysis of the Cubs deals from Stephen […]
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Hi there! As you know, Thomas Smith is away on vacation. To keep this feature going, I’m going to post simply the WPA numbers and plays of the game, and a poll so you can vote on your choice for Player of the Game. Thomas will update the Rizzo Award standings when he returns. Game […]
The trade deadline has passed, but not without its customary flurry of moves in the final hour. Jed Hoyer checked off every item on his list, even if he may have had to take secondary routes to acquire reinforcements. Chicago landed one of the three best starters traded when Hoyer pulled the trigger on the … The post Jed Hoyer Headlines Trade Deadline Winners and Losers appeared first on .
Five pitches into Monday’s Cubs/Dodgers game at Wrigley Field, the visitors from L.A. had a 3-0 lead on two singles and a homer by Tommy Edman, who has now hit 16 home runs in 74 career games against the Cubs. Watching this, you’re like “What just happened?” Not only did the Cubs not quit after […]
Kudos to Jed Hoyer for his most impactful trade deadline since he broke up the Cubs’ World Series core back in 2021. The Cubs added three starters, a backend reliever, and a backup outfielder. Additionally, Hoyer’s moves added much-needed length to Chicago’s bullpen because Javier Assad and Colin Rea can slide into swing roles. All … The post Recapping Furious Trade Deadline Action with List of Every Deal appeared first on .
Meet the Mets The trade deadline came and went yesterday, and the Mets were very busy. After making additonal trades over the weekend, they completed their fire sale by shipping off Brooks Raley to the Phillies, Ben Rortvedt to the Dodgers, Luke Weaver to the Pirates, and Clay Holmes and Tyrone Taylor to the Cubs […]
The Cubs and Dodgers got together on Monday night in the wake of a flurry of moves at the trade deadline earlier in the day. After falling behind immediately, the home team responded with a barrage of homers to thrill the Wrigley faithful and take the opener. Former Cardinals outfielder Tommy Edman greeted Matthew Boyd … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/3/26): Cubs 10, Dodgers 5 – Four Home Runs in Comeback Victory appeared first on .
Pete Crow-Armstrong had some wild comments on Kristin Cavallari's podcast.
Today’s Reflections A lot has been made about how Tarik Skubal was given away by the Tigers/stolen by the Dodgers. Yes, the Dodgers are evil, but there is one thing that I read Saturday night that I haven’t heard specifically mentioned following the trade. Prior to the trade, I read that the Tigers demanded a […]
Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer praised the acquisition of starter Kevin Gausman, referring to him as a “white whale.”The Cubs sent INF Ty Southisene and OF Brett Bateman to the Toronto Blue Jays ahead of the MLB trade deadline for Gausman, a front-end starter who should help the Cubs immensely as they […] The post Kevin Gausman Called ‘White Whale’ by Cubs President appeared first on HEAVY .
Los Cachorros añaden a su rotación tan apabullada, y Toronto se despide de uno de los mejores contratos que ha firmado. The post Análisis de la fecha límite de cambios: Gausman pone rumbo al sur appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
Some quick grades for the Jays deadline day deals. Kevin Gausman to the Cubs for Ty Southisene and Brett Bateman Gausman’s having the poorest season of his five with the Jays, but still has a 102 ERA+, so he’s still a useful pitcher. And he could step it up in a pennant race. The Jays […]