The Latest Breaking News from Cubs

Cubs can enhance division standing against reeling rival Cardinals

Cubs enter series after running out of rallies in 5-4, 14-inning loss to Marlins — but it could be worse.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 8, 2023

Cardinals’ Tommy Edman knew Nico Hoerner could lead off — from personal experience

Hoerner replaced Edman at shortstop after his freshman season at Stanford. Hoerner entered Sunday with a 89.5% contact rate and an 11% strikeout rate, according to Fangraphs.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 7, 2023

Cubs react to Willson Contreras being relieved of catching duties by Cardinals

“There are some guys who have been there a really long time working with Yadi [Molina],” manager David Ross said. “Going about things differently sometimes doesn’t go smoothly.”

Chicago Sun-Times · May 7, 2023

How will you manage this baseball trivia quiz?

Try not to get thrown out of the game while taking this quiz about big-league skippers past and present.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 6, 2023

Cardinals’ ugly start is one for the birds

The National League Central favorites are playing like anything but that as they prepare to visit the Cubs on Monday.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 6, 2023

Cubs will keep versatile Christopher Morel at Triple-A Iowa for now

President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer says there really isn’t an opportunity for Morel to get a lot of playing time in the majors at the moment.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 6, 2023

Cubs’ David Ross on criticism from fans: ‘I’ll take all the heat and keep it off the players’

“It’s part of this [job] that when things aren’t going well, it should be directed at me,” the manager said.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 5, 2023

Rookie Matt Mervis gets RBI single in major-league debut as Cubs beat Marlins

Manager David Ross said Mervis will get consistent playing time as the Cubs try to work out of an offensive rut.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 5, 2023

Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: It’s Miller Time (Again)

Plus, four hitters who can contribute right away.

Sports Illustrated · May 5, 2023

Cubs’ Kyle Hendricks to throw bullpen in Chicago to hone mechnics

Hendricks has made two rehab starts in Triple-A.

Chicago Sun-Times · May 4, 2023