Cubs’ Jameson Taillon keeps rolling in win vs. Mets Taillon held the home team to two runs through seven innings in New York. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023
Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki on break from the starting lineup: ‘I’ve got to step up’ Suzuki is set to return to the starting lineup Wednesday against Mets lefty David Peterson. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 9, 2023
Cubs’ Drew Smyly gives up seven runs in five-plus innings in loss to Mets Notes: Right-hander Marcus Stroman is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Tuesday in New York. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023
Cubs’ Jeimer Candelario embracing transition to part-time first baseman Candelario has been borrowing catcher Miguel Amaya’s first baseman’s glove. That’s how long it has been since he played the position. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 8, 2023
Baseball by the Numbers: Cubs’ surge up standings fueled by offense Since July 14, the Cubs’ 7.1 runs per game lead the majors by almost a run over the Dodgers’ 6.2 and their 16-7 record is tied with that of the Orioles for the best in the majors. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 7, 2023
Playoff atmosphere takes hold as Cubs beat Braves 6-4. Is it around this team to stay? Over their last 50 games, the Cubs have scored more runs than any team in the majors. Add that to their strong defense, their improved relief pitching, their emerging running game and enough good vibes to power the team plane. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 6, 2023
Resilient Cubs beat Braves 6-4 to continue playoff chase The Cubs closed to 1 1/2 games behind the Brewers for the National League Central lead and tied the Reds for the final NL wild-card spot. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 6, 2023
A Cubs fan had the most shocked reaction to Matt Olson’s monster home run This is what it's like to see rocket home runs up close. USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 6, 2023
How a predictable batting order is helping the Cubs offense “I think it helps when you’re hitting in front of and behind the same guys,” Ian Happ said. “You kind of know how the at-bat’s going to go for that guy.” Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 6, 2023
Cubs start strong, hold off Braves for 8-6 win One day after getting mauled 8-0, the Cubs jumped on the league-leading Braves with five first-inning runs and used six pitchers to stave off Atlanta. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 5, 2023
Cubs sit slumping Seiya Suzuki against Braves The Cubs will give Suzuki some time to figure things out. That kept him out of the lineup Saturday, and might do so for a little while longer. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 5, 2023
Cubs’ Tucker Barnhart got a strike on a Braves batter with a perfectly executed eephus pitch You have to see Tucker Barnhart absolutely nail this very difficult eephus pitch for the Cubs. USA Today Sports Media Group · Aug 5, 2023
Polling Place: On which side of the ball will the Bears be stronger in 2023? The vote — most of which came in before free-agent pass rusher Yannick Ngakoue signed for one year at $10.5 million — went heavily for the offense. Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 5, 2023
Cubs’ Barnhart Hilariously Retreats After Tossing a Slow Pitch to Ronald Acuña Jr. During Rout Cubs catcher Tucker Barnhart's reaction, after being forced to pitch to feared hitter Ronald Acuña Jr., was absolutely priceless. Sports Illustrated · Aug 4, 2023
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 4, 2023 With Marcus Stroman out, Javier Assad gets start for Cubs on Saturday Assad (1-2) will make his second start of the season. He pitched 3 2⁄3 scoreless innings Monday, his second-longest outing of the season.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 4, 2023 Kyle Hendricks, Cubs fall apart against Braves “Just one of those days,” said Hendricks, who left after the fourth inning of Atlanta’s 8-0 victory.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 4, 2023 Cubs star Dansby Swanson’s influence still felt on Braves — and vice versa Swanson faced his former team for the first time Friday, as the Cubs fell 8-0 to the Braves.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 4, 2023 Beer prices have gone higher and higher. Why? People attending events around Chicago are being faced with prices like $63 for a six-pack of Busch and $28.99 for a 26-ounce “memorabilia cup” of beer. Sticker shock anyone?
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 4, 2023 Cubs’ Dansby Swanson swinging hot bat before first Braves series since departure Swanson hit four home runs in the Cubs’ series against the Reds this week.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 4, 2023 How Jeimer Candelario’s addition to Cubs gave Seiya Suzuki a break vs. right-handers Suzuki was out of the lineup against the Reds in the series finale against the Reds.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 3, 2023 Cubs Score Most Runs in Two-Game Span Since 1897 During Demolition of Reds Chicago’s offense has been on fire over the past two games.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 3, 2023 Cubs put Marcus Stroman on 15-day IL with hip inflammation In a corresponding move, they added reliever José Cuas to the roster.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 3, 2023 New Cubs right-hander José Cuas brings unique arm slot, story to bullpen The Cubs acquired Cuas from the Royals before the trade deadline.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 2, 2023 Jeimer Candelario’s path back to Cubs full of ‘full circle’ moments Candelario joined the Cubs for their rout of the Reds on Tuesday.
Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 1, 2023 Cubs deal minor leaguers Manny Rodríguez, Adrian Sampson to Rays for Josh Roberson Notes: Pitching prospect Cade Horton has been promoted to Double-A.