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Mariners Sign Hoby Milner; Connor Joe, Nolan Kingham Designated For Assignment

The Mariners announced their slate of September call-up transactions today, including the previously reported promotion of top outfield prospect Lazaro Montes. Seattle also signed lefty reliever Hoby Milner to a minor league deal following his release by the Cubs and selected him to the major league roster. To open 40-man spots for Montes and Milner, […]

Stat shows how big of an X-factor pitching will be for Cubs

The 2026 Chicago Cubs have well-established strengths on both offense and defense. As of August 31, they lead the Majors in runs scored and walks while ranking third in home runs, giving them one of baseball’s most productive lineups. On the other side of the ball, their defense has once again been a major strength, [...] The post Stat shows how big of an X-factor pitching will be for Cubs appeared first on ChiCitySports .

SB Nation Reacts survey: Where will the Cubs wind up this year?

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. Before the latest road trip, there was still some hope that the Cubs could catch the Brewers for the NL Central title. Perhaps after Monday’s big win […]

The Chicago Cubs Would Like Your Attention

The Chicago Cubs have maintained an awfully low profile for a team that 1) wins often, and by a lot of runs, 2) homers more than anyone, and 3) has an increasingly sure-thing MVP patrolling center now that Shohei Ohtani is slumping through his ouchy season. The Cubs hit nine homers on Monday night in a full 17-3 clocking of the Milwaukee Brewers, the team with the best record in baseball, and it landed as quietly as something that inherently loud could land. That feat has been eclipsed only on...

Clay Holmes Throws Third Scoreless Outing in Last Four Starts

Clay Holmes could have had the worst night of his career and still won on Monday night, but his fourth straight excellent start ensured the Cubs’ nine home runs created a massive rout. After shaking off the rust from a two-month IL stint in his first Cubs start, Holmes has allowed only one total run … The post Clay Holmes Throws Third Scoreless Outing in Last Four Starts appeared first on .

It’s OK if a Munetaka Murakami extension isn’t imminent

Chatter about a potential Munetaka Murakami extension is always on the periphery, and it perked up late last week due to a Chris Getz appearance on the New York Post’s baseball podcast with Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman, although the White Sox GM came short of bringing something new to the conversation. “I think he’s… The post It’s OK if a Munetaka Murakami extension isn’t imminent appeared first on Sox Machine .

Pete Crow-Armstrong card sets new record with sale

Chicago Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong has claimed his spot a top the betting odds for the NL MVP race. As we wrap up the month of August, Crow-Armstrong is the favorite to win the NL MVP award, overtaking the previous favorite Shohei Ohtani. With a month left in the season, Crow-Armstrong is in great shape [...] The post Pete Crow-Armstrong card sets new record with sale appeared first on ChiCitySports .

The Opener: Cowser, Cubs, Devers

It’s the first day of September, which means rosters expand by two spots. The Padres are calling up top catching prospect Ethan Salas for one of those openings. More notable prospect additions could be on the way. 1. Cowser saves the day The Rockies thought they had a walk-off win when Jake McCarthy drove an […]

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/31/26): Cubs 17, Brewers 3 – Bregman Leads Way as Team Blasts 9 Homers

The Cubs opened up their series against the Brewers with a bang on Monday night. The home team thrilled the Wrigley faithful with nine home runs en route to a comfortable victory. Chicago pounced on starter Kyle Harrison in the bottom of the 1st with a two-run homer by Tyrone Taylor that was immediately followed by … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (8/31/26): Cubs 17, Brewers 3 – Bregman Leads Way as Team Blasts 9 Homers appeared first on .

Cubs’ Kevin Gausman shares fascinating superstition origin story

The Chicago Cubs set a team record of nine home runs in their rout of the Milwaukee Brewers, 17-3, at Wrigley Field on Monday. The Cubs started hot, hitting five home runs in the first four innings, leading to the blowout. Kevin Gausman sat out, with Clay Holmes, Ryan Rolison, and Colin Rea taking the […] The post Cubs’ Kevin Gausman shares fascinating superstition origin story appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Get the best of Bleed Cubbie Blue on the new SB Nation app

Today is a big day for Bleed Cubbie Blue. Today, the SB Nation app is live, and it’s the best way to follow the Cubs. I’ve checked out this app and it’s well organized and responsive, and you can follow all BCB articles there, including game threads — where it’s being made much easier to post […]

Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Bregman, Kelly, Imanaga

Today’s Reflections Oh, man, I was really wanting this article to be a celebration of PCA, the MVP(?) and a win of the series and start another streak of series wins. But, Shota. Craig Counsell said, “We need Shota. We need Shota. We need him to have good starts.” That’s good to say, but there […]

Clay Holmes loving Cubs’ offense after bonkers run support vs. Brewers

Clay Holmes must be loving life after the Chicago Cubs acquired him in a trade from the New York Mets. Going from a team that’s been underperforming throughout 2026 to one that has a legitimate shot at winning a World Series title has to be reinvigorating, and it has to do wonders for Holmes’ confidence […] The post Clay Holmes loving Cubs’ offense after bonkers run support vs. Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Tyrone Taylor toasts Cubs fans for ‘unmatched’ atmosphere vs. Brewers

The Chicago Cubs watched Pete Crow-Armstrong enter Wrigley Field as the marquee attraction against the Milwaukee Brewers. But Wrigley has another edge that Tyrone Taylor saw firsthand. He raved about the “unmatched” fan energy inside the venue. So Taylor heard the decibel levels grow loud throughout the night. And he and the Cubs fed off […] The post Tyrone Taylor toasts Cubs fans for ‘unmatched’ atmosphere vs. Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Cubs’ Craig Counsell credits Alex Bregman’s ‘relentless’ grind after record-breaking win

The Chicago Cubs took on the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday in a clash of elite National League teams. However, only one of these teams showed up to play at Wrigley Field. Alex Bregman and the Cubs dismantled the Brewers, dropping 17 runs on Milwaukee’s head. Chicago clobbered nine home runs in this contest, as well. […] The post Cubs’ Craig Counsell credits Alex Bregman’s ‘relentless’ grind after record-breaking win appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Cubs break all-time franchise record with 9-home-run game vs. Brewers

Over the course of a regular season that spans nearly six months, teams are bound to go through a ton of ups and downs. There are some nights where nothing seems to be working, and then there are days where teams can simply do no wrong. On Monday, the Chicago Cubs were on Cloud 9, […] The post Cubs break all-time franchise record with 9-home-run game vs. Brewers appeared first on ClutchPoints .