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Cubs Need to Make Decision on Jameson Taillon, Who Knows He’s Hurting Team
Remember back in 2015, when you just knew the Cubs were going to win every game Jake Arrieta started because he was going to strike out a bunch of batters and allow maybe two hits? Well, it’s basically been the opposite with Jameson Taillon this season. Hyperbolic and harsh though that may be, the Cubs … The post Cubs Need to Make Decision on Jameson Taillon, Who Knows He’s Hurting Team appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/26/26): Pirates 8, Cubs 7 – TaiLLon Rocked Again
The Cubs’ attempt to complete a sweep of the Pirates came up short at PNC Park Sunday afternoon. For a second consecutive start, Jameson Taillon put his team in a hole they could not climb out of to win. Chicago grabbed the lead on an RBI single from Dansby Swanson against Braxton Ashcraft in the … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/26/26): Pirates 8, Cubs 7 – TaiLLon Rocked Again appeared first on .
Daniel Palencia, Hunter Harvey Tracking Toward Early August Rehab Assignments
The Cubs are very active in the search for pitching help on the trade market, but the deadline could coincide with two internal reinforcements. Relievers Hunter Harvey and Daniel Palencia have combined to throw less than 21 innings this season, but both are trending to begin rehab assignments the week of August 3. Craig Counsell … The post Daniel Palencia, Hunter Harvey Tracking Toward Early August Rehab Assignments appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/26/26): Taillon Going for Sweep
It’s always good to have two wins banked heading into a series finale, and that’s where the Cubs sit after walking all over Paul Skenes and the Pirates last night. A little cushion is never a bad thing, especially with Jameson Taillon on the mound. The big righty has a propensity for allowing homers, and … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/26/26): Taillon Going for Sweep appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/25/26): Cubs 11, Pirates 0 – Blowout in Skenes Start
The Cubs faced a difficult challenge on Saturday with reigning Cy Young winner Paul Skenes on the mound for the Pirates. The road team had a tough time early on, but then they broke through in the middle innings and went on to win going away. Shōta Imanaga was on his game, matching Skenes scoreless … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/25/26): Cubs 11, Pirates 0 – Blowout in Skenes Start appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/25/26): PCA Continues Assault on NL, Imanaga Faces Skenes
The Cubs snuck one out last night in the series opener, which was even bigger because the Brewers, Cardinals, and Phillies all lost last night. Given the way this team has been carried by its offense, grinding out a win after getting just one run in the first nine innings was very important. It doesn’t … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/25/26): PCA Continues Assault on NL, Imanaga Faces Skenes appeared first on .
Matt Shaw Could Resume Swinging Soon, James Triantos Staying Present as Deadline Looms
We know the Cubs are in the market for pitching help, both in the rotation and the bullpen, as the trade deadline approaches. We also know that they’ve got a pool of young, versatile position players from which to deal. Some pursuits may be stifled by the dearth of impact arms in the organization, hence … The post Matt Shaw Could Resume Swinging Soon, James Triantos Staying Present as Deadline Looms appeared first on .
MVPete Crow-Armstrong Strengthens Case as MLB’s Best Player
Even if Shohei Ohtani wasn’t being indefinitely shut down from pitching due to lingering left knee inflammation, Pete Crow-Armstrong would have a strong case as the most valuable player in the National League. In all of Major League Baseball, for that matter, but they don’t award an overall MVP. Ohtani’s status as a two-way player … The post MVPete Crow-Armstrong Strengthens Case as MLB’s Best Player appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/24/26): Cubs 3, Pirates 2 F/10 – Swanson Single Leads to Extras W
The Cubs and Pirates began their series at PNC Park on Friday night with an old-fashioned pitcher’s duel. Each team could only produce a single run in the first nine frames, but the road side scratched out a couple in the top of the 10th inning and held on to win. Starting pitchers Matthew Boyd … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/24/26): Cubs 3, Pirates 2 F/10 – Swanson Single Leads to Extras W appeared first on .
Watch: Pete Crow-Armstrong Stays Hot in Pittsburgh, Belts Solo Home Run
Pete Crow-Armstrong has been red-hot since the beginning of June, slashing .344/.465/.694 with 14 home runs. Make that 15 home runs. PCA just went yard in Pittsburgh to even the score at 1-1. Add that to his double in the top of the 3rd, for what is shaping into yet another very nice game at … The post Watch: Pete Crow-Armstrong Stays Hot in Pittsburgh, Belts Solo Home Run appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/24/26): Boyd Bump Day Against Bucs
The Savannah Bananas have invaded Wrigley Field this weekend, so it’s fitting that the Cubs are in Pittsburgh to play a team with yellow as one of its primary colors. The Pirates have been playing well of late, going 6-4 over their last 10 to move past the Cardinals into third place in the division. … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/24/26): Boyd Bump Day Against Bucs appeared first on .
Cubs Officially Promote James Triantos, Option Kevin Alcántara
After a fair bit of guessing as to how the Cubs would accommodate James Triantos, the club officially announced his promotion on Friday afternoon. In order to make room on the active roster, Kevin Alcántara has been optioned to Triple-A Iowa. Just as a note for those who are wondering, Alcántara is not on his … The post Cubs Officially Promote James Triantos, Option Kevin Alcántara appeared first on .
Was Nico Hoerner’s Slump Beanball Fallout or Bad BABIP Luck?
Other than his walk and strikeout rates, Nico Hoerner’s numbers are worse across the board this season than what we’ve grown used to. Some believe his steady expected stats point to a coming surge, but others point to a specific inflection point. On a recent episode of Mick Gillispie’s Cubs Baseball Channel podcast, former Cubs … The post Was Nico Hoerner’s Slump Beanball Fallout or Bad BABIP Luck? appeared first on .
The Rundown: Pirates Gunning for Cubs, Hoyer Linked to Several Pitchers, Brewers Expected to Aggressively Pursue Starters
“What does it matter to ya? When you got a job to do, you gotta do it well. You gotta give the other fellow hell.” – Live and Let Die by Paul McCartney & Wings When was the last time the Cubs played the Pirates in a pivotal series? You’d probably have to go back … The post The Rundown: Pirates Gunning for Cubs, Hoyer Linked to Several Pitchers, Brewers Expected to Aggressively Pursue Starters appeared first on .
Quantifying Hope: Cubs’ Steady Climb Puts Them Near 81% Playoff Odds
Just like my 401(k), the Cubs’ postseason odds have maintained a steady upward trajectory despite taking their share of bumps along the way. The only downside is that the Brewers are hovering just below 100% while the Pirates have begun a modest climb of their own. That means what is currently a 34-point gap could … The post Quantifying Hope: Cubs’ Steady Climb Puts Them Near 81% Playoff Odds appeared first on .
Son Ranto Show: This Anthem Slaps
It was a busy week for Cubs fans and the Ranters, as the 2016 crew came back to celebrate the opening of the new Champions gate. Plus Bernie Barron wins Ranter of the Year and a boomer slaps a guy upside the head for sitting during the anthem. Oh…and the Cubs went .500 on the … The post Son Ranto Show: This Anthem Slaps appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs @ Pittsburgh Pirates – Series Preview (July 24-26): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4
The Cubs (57-45) dropped two out of three to the Tigers at Wrigley Field after winning three consecutive series. They came up short in an extra-innings contest on Monday and could not get the offense into gear in a loss on Wednesday. Now they head on the road for a pair of matchups within the … The post Chicago Cubs @ Pittsburgh Pirates – Series Preview (July 24-26): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4 appeared first on .
Ten Years Ago Project
Hey! I wrote and recorded this song “Ten Years Ago” to commemorate the decade since the Cubs won it all. And I would love to include Cubs fans in the Music Video! Here’s the idea….Email me ONE Cubs related photo of you/your family from 10 years ago 2016 AND ONE Cubs related photo of you/your … The post Ten Years Ago Project appeared first on .
The Rundown: Brewers Increase Lead Over Cubs, Álvarez Well-Positioned for Triple Crown Run, Stones Drop New Vid
“I’ve got a story, ain’t got no moral. Let the bad guy win every once in a while.” – Will it Go ‘Round in Circles by Billy Preston Is it too much to ask the Cubs to run off three more 10-game winning streaks? That may be the only hope they have of catching the … The post The Rundown: Brewers Increase Lead Over Cubs, Álvarez Well-Positioned for Triple Crown Run, Stones Drop New Vid appeared first on .
Cubs Agree to Terms with 12 Players from 2026 Draft
The Chicago Cubs today announced they have agreed to terms with 12 more players from the 2026 MLB Draft, including second round (62nd overall) outfielder Caden Sorrell, second round comp. selection (75th overall) infielder Myles Bailey, fifth round (159th overall) right-handed pitcher Dylan Blomker, sixth round (188th overall) right-handed pitcher Isaac Morton, eighth round (247th … The post Cubs Agree to Terms with 12 Players from 2026 Draft appeared first on .
Cubs Reportedly Promoting James Triantos for MLB Debut
According to Baseball America prospect writer Geoff Pontes, the Cubs will be promoting James Triantos to make his MLB debut in Pittsburgh. The move has since been confirmed by multiple other sources, so we will indeed see him over the weekend. It’s unclear whether Triantos will replace Pedro Ramirez, Kevin Alcántara, or someone else, but … The post Cubs Reportedly Promoting James Triantos for MLB Debut appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/22/26): Tigers 5, Cubs 1 – Hitters Go Quiet in Series Loss
The Cubs’ attempt to win a fourth consecutive series came up short at Wrigley Field on Wednesday night against the Tigers. The home team could get nothing going with the bats, and one big swing provided the winning margin for the visitors. Chicago went ahead in the opening inning for a second consecutive game when … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/22/26): Tigers 5, Cubs 1 – Hitters Go Quiet in Series Loss appeared first on .
Cubs Sign Former Brewers IF/OF Greg Jones to Minors Deal
According to the team’s transactions log, the Cubs have signed former No. 22 overall pick Greg Jones to a minor league deal after he was outrighted by the Brewers and elected free agency. He was drafted by the Rays in 2019 and played shortstop before transitioning to the outfield in 2023. He has continued to … The post Cubs Sign Former Brewers IF/OF Greg Jones to Minors Deal appeared first on .
Are Cubs Floating on Helium or Are They Another Hindenburg
It’s impossible to tell at this juncture whether these Cubs will realize their playoff aspirations or crash to the ground like a lead zeppelin. It’s hard to tell why they are in such a position — we pundits often speak of the Cardinals’ red devil magic, or more recently, the Brewers’ blue devil magic, but … The post Are Cubs Floating on Helium or Are They Another Hindenburg appeared first on .
Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/22/26): Rea Day for Rubber Game
After dropping the series opener in extras, the Cubs forced the Tigers to cover two innings with position players. With respect for the notion that guys need to get their stats however they can, I’d just as soon see these games forfeited when you’re putting a second baseman on the mound. As funny as it … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/22/26): Rea Day for Rubber Game appeared first on .
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