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Two 10-game winning streaks helped fuel the Cubs' 27-12 start to the season, but a 7-22 mark over their next 29 games left Chicago with an even .500 record on June 10. Just when things were getting dire, the Cubs went 20-8 in the month before the All-Star break, leaving the team with a solid […]
Heading into the second half, four American League teams have 50+ wins (Rays, Yankees, White Sox, Guardians). In the NL Central alone, four teams have already reached that mark (Brewers, Cubs, Cardinals, Pirates). 1. MLB schedule resumes The regular season restarts tonight with the Phillies taking on the Mets in the first game out of the […]
Today’s Reflections There seems to be only one direction this issue of Cub Tracks can go, with most the articles being about possible trades suggestions, about what happened in the first half and what the second half looks like, and what groups of players need to step it up in the second half. And the […]
The Cubs' Historic Championship Almost Didn't End the Way Fans Remember The post Theo Epstein Reveals Fox Nearly Changed Cubs History During the 2016 World Series appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
It’s another Wednesday evening here at BCB After Dark: the coolest night spot for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in and cool off with us for a while. There’s no cover charge. We have a few good tables available. The show will start shorty. Bring your own beverage. […]
“I wanna know what you’re thinking. There are some things you can’t hide.” – What’s on Your Mind (Pure Energy) by Information Society The best part of this week’s All-Star festivities was the Sandlot-inspired fireworks show. The heart-tugging tribute to baseball engineered by MLB with Ray Charles singing America the Beautiful was goosebump-inducing. If you … The post The Rundown: Fireworks Chase ASG Blues Away, Cubs Looking for Consistency, Brewers Land McCullers appeared first on .
Game 7 of the 2016 World Series between Chicago and Cleveland remains one of the great sporting events in recent history, but it was almost split in two by executives at Fox Sports. Yes, that’s right. According to famed executive Theo Epstein, who built that Cubs team into a champion, during the infamous rain delay…
I don’t want to go on a rant here, but there has to be a better way. Fan voting isn’t optimal. Watching Andy Pages, a good fielder, eye a single that Pete Crow-Armstrong could/would have gathered in handily caused the cool breeze of clarity to gather above my shoulders, where it was welcome as it … The post Current, Former Cubs Put on Show as AL Wins Again (Yawn) appeared first on .
The Chicago Cubs are celebrating their 150th anniversary this year. The Chicago White Sox, charter members of the American League in 1901, are in their 126th season. That’s a lot of baseball and a lot of history. And in the World Series era of Major League Baseball the two Chicago teams have played in October […]
Major League Baseball has played a Futures Game featuring top prospects every year since 1999 as part of All-Star Game festivities. It began as a seven-inning affair and was lengthened to nine innings from 2008-18, but since 2019 has reverted to the seven-inning format. Many future stars have played in this game. Then-Cubs prospect Kyle […]
Although the National League was shut out 4-0 by the American League in the MLB All-Star Game, Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete-Crow Armstrong stood out. His natural flair, flashiness, and outgoing personality made him a logical choice to talk to during the game. In the top of the 8th inning, Fox Sports talked to a mic’d-up […] The post Pete Crow-Armstrong admits to catching ‘Bears fever,’ loves watching Devin Hester highlights appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Three Cubs bats need to step it up if the Cubs want to make a playoff run: Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner, and Michael Busch. The post The Cubs’ Second-Half Success Rests on Three Bats: Alex Bregman, Nico Hoerner, and Michael Busch appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Forget the Home Run Derby or the All-Star Game itself, the best moment of the Midsummer Classic was Bruce Levine’s viral tweet. What appeared to have been a text message intended for a member of the Cubs’ coaching staff was somehow sent out via social media, igniting a firestorm of hilarity and speculation. Any hope … The post Now It’s Time for Twinkle Dee & Twinkle Dum to Avoid Selling Cubs Out appeared first on .
The Cubs first half of 2026 featured breakout stars, pitching surprises, and clutch performances. Here are Chicago’s biggest award winners so far. The post Cubs First Half Awards: Pete Crow-Armstrong Leads a Season Full of Surprises 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. This week’s SB Nation Reacts question is a simple one. Josh asked you a variation of this […]
Randall Sanders is back on the podcast to discuss the roller coaster Cubs season that is currently back on an upswing. Topics include; trying to find pitching help at the trade deadline, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, and the always annoying Milwaukee Brewers. The post New Holy Cow! Podcast: Randall Sanders on Cubs’ First Half appeared first on .
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Chris Denorfia, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1973, California Angels ace Nolan Ryan hurls his second no-hitter of the season in taming the Detroit Tigers, 6-0. Ryan fans 17 batters, the most ever in a nine-inning no-hitter, including eight straight, but only one over the […]
It’s Tuesday night of All-Star Week here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest gathering of night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in out of the heat. There’s no cover charge. We’ve still got a few tables available. The hostess can seat you now. Bring your own beverage. BCB After […]
The Chicago Cubs entered the All-Star break facing a sudden off-field distraction after reporter Bruce Levine apologized for an X post that appeared intended as a private message. Levine, who covers the Cubs for Marquee Sports Network and 670 The Score, published the message Monday night before deleting it. The post praised Chicago’s coaching staff […] The post Reporter apologizes to Cubs front office after unfortunate viral post appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Longtime Chicago Cubs reporter Bruce Levine made waves on Monday night by publishing an X post that he surely meant to be a direct message or text message. Levine, an MLB insider for the Cubs’ flagship radio station 104.3 The Score, posted the following message to X: I am never deleting this app. Truly generational…
The Cubs have run right-hander Jake Woodford unclaimed through outright waivers, according to the MLB.com transaction tracker. He has the right to elect free agency and explore other opportunities. Chicago designated Woodford for assignment over the weekend when Phil Maton made it back from the injured list. Woodford had a brief stint on the big league […]
Pete Crow-Armstrong will make his second consecutive All-Star appearance in 2026. Where does he rank among all-time Cubs greats? The post Every Cubs All-Star in Franchise History, Listed by Position appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
Craig Counsell believes Cubs pitcher Ben Brown will return this season, but his role and timeline remain uncertain after a neck injury. The post Cubs Get Encouraging Ben Brown Injury Update, But His Return Timeline Remains Unclear appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The 2026 MLB Draft is now over and if they all sign, there will be 21 new members of the Cubs family. Scouting director Dan Kantrovitz said before the draft that the Cubs would work on the weakness on the pitching side of the Cubs farm system and boy, did they ever. With 21 picks […]
Dansby Swanson and Nico Hoerner helped the Chicago Cubs' defense become the best in baseball, providing stability and a chance at franchise history. The post The Chicago Cubs Have Built One of MLB’s Most Reliable Middle Infields appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .