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The Cubs’ 5-2 loss to the Twins Friday night at Wrigley Field was certainly not the way we envisioned the season’s “second half’ beginning. The offense (mostly) disappeared. And a long ball by the opposition proved the difference in the game. Let’s begin at the beginning. The Cubs took a first-inning lead. Pete Crow-Armstrong led […]
The Cubs began the second half hoping to keep their positive momentum going against the Twins on a beautiful Friday night at Wrigley Field. Unfortunately, they squandered a couple of excellent early scoring chances, and one big inning doomed them to a series-opening loss. Chicago rallied immediately against Minnesota starter Bailey Ober with a pair … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/17/26): Twins 5, Cubs 2 – One Big Inning Makes Difference in L appeared first on .
The Cubs Second Half commences as we B-Clock and Rake Flake, and talk about the Lovable Reunion’s Live show and the return of John Baker Day! Brought to you by Penguin Imprints, Fanarchy and our Patreon supporters. Subscribe free at any of these fine podcasting establishments: Apple Podcasts, Spotify. Watch us record live on X, Facebook, YouTube, Twitch and … The post Son Ranto Show: Twinkle Damn appeared first on .
Thursday, July 30th at 7PM Central, join former Cubs player, mental skills coordinator, and baseball folk hero, John Baker on the 12th anniversary of the longest game in Wrigley Field history, “The Night the Backup Catcher Got the Win.” We’ll reminisce about his Major League career, past John Baker Days, and hear about his new … The post John Baker Day 2026 appeared first on .
Today’s Reflections I wondered what articles would be out there on the Internet today, thinking it would be rather limited or of one voice. Turns out there’s quite the variety, shown by the number of sections below. Therefore, it becomes difficult choosing who or what to talk about. But let’s start where there’s major interest. […]
The Chicago Cubs released a right-handed reliever whom the Minnesota Twins should consider reuniting with.
The Cubs have officially signed the following draft picks: 1st round—RHP Cade Townsend 3rd round—RHP Carson Jasa 4th round—RHP Dylan Marionneaux 7th round—LHP Cole Tryba 10th round—RHP Luke Alwood Catcher Owen Ayers was promoted from Double-A Knoxville to Triple-A Iowa. Right-hander Jace Beck was also promoted to Iowa from Knoxville. Right-hander Kevin Valdez was promoted […]
Both teams missed out on some offensive opportunities, but the Cubs’ misses ended up hurting more. Some nice defense by the Twins tonight helped Bailey Ober escape some jams, and Ryan Jeffers’s bomba proved to be enough offense. Inning-by-inning notes: 1: Colin Rea, whose name sounds Irish but who’s actually from Iowa, walks leadoff hitter […]
Go get ‘em, Colin.
Time: 7:05 Central Weather: Slight chance of early rain, smoky/muggy, 93° Opponent’s SB site: Bleed Cubbie Blue TV: Twins TV. Radio: But they said it really loud, they said it on the air Tonight’s Cubs starter is Colin Rea, a 35-year-old who’s been around the block a few times, as they say, including two stints […]
“To everything…there is a season. And a time and a purpose under heaven.” — Turn! Turn! Turn! by The Byrds The All-Star break has finally passed and we have a full schedule of baseball today and tonight. The Cubs open the second half of the season with a weekend set against the Twins at Wrigley … The post The Rundown: Cubs Start ‘Important Stretch’ of Baseball, Twins in Town, Maddon Returns, Mets Open for Business appeared first on .
The Chicago Cubs need rotation help more desperately than other contenders. The Detroit Tigers offer the perfect solution in 29-year-old Casey Mize.
Friday notes… Cubs lineup: Twins lineup: Colin Rea, RHP vs. Bailey Ober, RHP After a rough stretch, Colin Rea has posted a 2.61 ERA and 1.403 WHIP in his last four starts. In general he’s done a decent job filling in for injured Cubs starters. Last year against the Twins, July 10, 2025 at Target […]
Twins 5, Cubs 2: Colin Rea’s terrible, horrible, no good, very bad pitch 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Seiya Suzuki is the Superhero vs. the Twins Cubs vs. Twins, Friday 7/17, 7:05 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. Minnesota Twins preview, Friday 7/17, 7:05 CT
Pete Crow-Armstrong is having an MVP-caliber season for the Cubs and is on pace for consecutive 30-30 years. With free agents looming, Chicago can’t afford to waste this championship window. The post The Cubs Can’t Afford to Waste Pete Crow-Armstrong’s Historic Season appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Wildfire smoke could impact air quality around Chicago. Here is what Cubs fans need to know before tonight's game at Wrigley Field. The post Will Wildfire Smoke Impact the Cubs Game? What Cubs Fans Need to Know appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Cubs moved on from several veteran pitchers before the second half, while Jake Woodford quickly returned on a new minor league deal to provide pitching depth. The post Cubs Move On From Four Veteran Pitchers, But One Familiar Face Isn’t Gone for Long appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Cubs resume the 2026 season against an American League team. The Cubs’ interleague record to date isn’t very good, just 11-15. That means there are 22 games remaining for the Cubs against AL teams, a reasonable number to improve that record! Let’s hope that improvement begins during this homestand, which is all against AL […]
Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is one of six MLB All-Stars featured in Corona’s new Beach Connect Series limited-edition jersey collection. Enter the sweepstakes for a chance to win. The post Pete Crow-Armstrong Featured in Corona Beach Connect Series Limited-Edition Jersey Collection appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Cubs open the second half of the season against the Twins at Wrigley Field, with the playoff race heating up and the MLB trade deadline quickly approaching. The post The Second Half Starts Now, and the Cubs Have No Time to Waste Against the Twins appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
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. The Cubs begin the “second half” (actually, the second “a bit more than 40 percent”) of the 2026 season […]
There won’t be a South Side reliever reunion at Wrigley, as the Cubs have released former closer Liam Hendriks. They lost Aaron Bummer to free agency after he opted out of his minor league deal. Both pitchers were just lottery tickets that didn’t pay out, so it’s not a big loss for the organization. Even … The post Cubs Release Former White Sox Closer Liam Hendriks appeared first on .
Veteran righty Jake Woodford went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment by the Cubs this week. He elected free agency, per the MiLB.com transaction log, but he’s headed right back to the Cubs on a new minor league deal, MLBTR has learned. He’ll work out of the rotation in Triple-A Iowa for the […]
Former Braves and White Sox reliever Aaron Bummer has opted out of his minor league deal with the Cubs and is now a free agent. This is pretty much a nothingburger because Bummer hasn’t been able to recapture the performance that made him a coveted arm a few years ago, and it’s really saying something … The post Aaron Bummer Opts Out, Becomes Free Agent appeared first on .
Veteran left-handed reliever Aaron Bummer opted out of his minor league contract with the Cubs and is now a free agent, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Bummer spent over a month in the organization but only pitched six minor league innings, during which he was tagged for four runs on eight hits […]