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Now, the 2026 Cubs are producing echoes of 1973
A week ago, I wrote this article about the troubles of this year’s Cubs and how they were beginning to remind me of some of the travails the team went through in 1970 and 1985, years they were supposed to contend but wound up short of a division title, the only playoff spot available in […]
Wednesday Potpourri: What’s Up With Butler, Closer, June Plan?
Today’s grab bag of talking points comes after the A’s squeaked out a 2-1 win over the streaky Cubs. A good and important win, if frustrating because the A’s faced a flammable SP and had to eek out a victory by the seat of their pants. But they did so all is well for a […]
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 61
How about a spicy, hot take to start things off? The 2015 draft was a pretty good one, but probably isn’t as valuable these last couple of years as maybe it was three or four years ago. The first round of the 2015 draft produced 33 players who reached the major leagues. To date, those […]
Athletics 2, Cubs 1: Jameson Taillon throws well, but the offense disappears. Again.
Years ago, when Bob Brenly was the Cubs radio analyst, he appeared at a fan forum in Mesa, Arizona. Someone asked him about the job and I’ll never forget his answer. Brenly said, “I have the best job in baseball. I come to the ballpark every day, have a great seat for the game, and […]
Chicago Cubs history unpacked, June 3
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Munenori Kawasaki, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1995 – Pedro Martinez of the Montreal Expos pitches nine perfect innings against San Diego before giving up a leadoff double to Bip Roberts in the 10th inning of the Expos’ 1-0 win. Martinez becomes the second pitcher in history, after Harvey Haddix, to […]
Mud Hens crush Cubs as Justin Verlander rehabs
Toledo Mud Hens 16, Iowa Cubs 1 (box) With Justin Verlander on the mound, the Mud Hens’ offense honored their famous temp by absolutely mauling Cubs’ pitching on Tuesday. Verlander, sidelined after one start this spring with a hip issue, looked pretty good. He had no trouble at all with the Cubs, scattering three singles […]
Cubs Minor League Wrap: Josiah Hartshorn homers again in South Bend win
Iowa Cubs RHP Yacksel Rios was released. Shortstop Alex Madera was demoted from Double-A Knoxville to Single-A South Bend. Right-hander Jhon Rosario was promoted from rookie ball ACL Cubs to Low-A Myrtle Beach. The Dominican Summer League started on Monday. As always, I don’t report on the comings and goings of the DSL because I […]
Cubs BCB After Dark: What makes a successful June?
It’s Tuesday night here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest gathering of night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come in and sit with us for a while. We’re always happy to see a friend. There’s no cover charge. The hostess can seat you now. There’s a two-drink minimum, but you need […]
Jump Dominant As Athletics Beat Cubs 2-1
The A’s were able to snap their losing ways on Tuesday evening, winning the series opener against the Chicago Cubs behind a strong second start from their prized rookie starting pitcher and winning their 29th game of the season in a 2-1 win. Starting the road trip right! Taking the hill for the A’s tonight […]
Cubs vs. Athletics, Tuesday 6/2, 7:05 CT live!
Go get ‘em, Jamo.
Cubs’ injury-plagued rotation set to receive Edward Cabrera, Matthew Boyd boosts soon
The Chicago Cubs have been able to remain competitive this season despite dealing with a plethora of injuries. The Cubs’ starting pitching has been hit especially hard by the injury bug. However, they are likely going to receive Edward Cabrera and Matthew Boyd boosts soon. Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune shared a crucial injury […] The post Cubs’ injury-plagued rotation set to receive Edward Cabrera, Matthew Boyd boosts soon appeared first on ClutchPoints .
MLB Trade Rumors: 2 'Dream' Starting Pitcher Targets Named For Chicago Cubs
If there's one team that can pick it on defense, it's the Chicago Cubs. But the Cubbies are also a team with a need for some starting pitching to let those fielders go do their jobs. Shota Imanaga and Jameson Taillon are flyball pitchers, as is Matthew Boyd (currently on the IL). So as the team looks to fortify its rotation, there are two 'dream' fits for the Cubs to look to on the trade market, as noted by Christopher Kline of Fansided . Sandy Alcantara, Miami Marlins The former Cy Youn...
Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd clears up LEGO-based meniscus injury
The Chicago Cubs are getting closer to a needed rotation boost, and Matthew Boyd used a Tuesday appearance to clear up the unusual injury story that followed him into June. Boyd has been out since sustaining a meniscus injury at home on May 6 before undergoing a minor cleanup procedure the next day. Early descriptions […] The post Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd clears up LEGO-based meniscus injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Game #60: Athletics at Cubs Game Thread
It’s almost time folks. The A’s are set to begin their road trip with the series opener in Chicago against the Cubs. We need a win desperately and to shake these bad vibes off. A big road trip, which includes a trip to Houston later, would help wipe away these tough past couple of weeks […]
Chicago Cubs vs. Athletics preview, Tuesday 6/2, 7:05 CT
Today’s roster move: Here Tuesday notes… Cubs lineup: Athletics lineup: Jameson Taillon, RHP vs. Gage Jump, LHP I’m not sure what to say about Jameson Taillon anymore. His last three starts have been, well, awful. The numbers back me up: 14.2 innings, 21 hits and four walks (1.705 WHIP), 16 runs (all earned, 9.82 ERA), […]
Cubs vs. Athletics Tuesday 6/2 game threads
Athletics 2, Cubs 1: Jameson Taillon throws well, but the offense disappears. Again. 2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 61 Cubs vs. Athletics, Tuesday 6/2, 7:05 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. Athletics preview, Tuesday 6/2, 7:05 CT
Cubs roster move: Jordan Wicks optioned, Tyler Ferguson recalled
As you well know, Jordan Wicks’ two starts as a Cub this year were.. uh… less than successful. With Edward Cabrera and Matthew Boyd due back soon and Javier Assad available, it’s likely someone else will take the next rotation turn that would have been Wicks’. As a result, Wicks was optioned back to Triple-A […]
On The Horizon: Cubs vs. Athletics series preview
Last year, I chose to call the team visiting the Cubs this week the “Sacramento Athletics.” That usage didn’t really catch on, and since MLB and most media (including baseball-reference.com) are just calling them “Athletics,” that’s what I will do — until they complete their move to Las Vegas. And that’s true even while I […]
Ex-player drops brutally honest Pete Crow-Armstrong admission
Although the Chicago Cubs struggled last weekend against the St. Louis Cardinals, they got some production out of Pete-Crow Armstrong. The dynamic centerfielder came away with a four-hit game on May 30 in a 6-1 win, as well as making a great diving catch. However, the Cardinals viewed him as “overrated” and let it be […] The post Ex-player drops brutally honest Pete Crow-Armstrong admission appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Former star pitcher urges Brewers to trade for Tarik Skubal
The MLB trade deadline is still a couple of months away, but trade rumors are already swirling about Detroit Tigers star Tarik Skubal. Teams such as the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs are being mentioned as potential suitors, but could the Milwaukee Brewers acquire Skubal? Former star pitcher Dontrelle Willis believes Milwaukee should attempt […] The post Former star pitcher urges Brewers to trade for Tarik Skubal appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Elephant Rumblings: A’s Look For Bounce Back On Road Trip
Welcome to Tuesday everyone! Happy Lou Gehrig Day! The A’s are set to begin their next new series, hitting the road to take on the Chicago Cubs in the first of three mid-week contests. The Athletics are coming off a terrible 1-5 homestand that saw them drop from first place in the AL West to […]
Cubs BCB This Morning: Come to the launch party for my new book!
Remember when I introduced BCB This Morning back in March? Well, okay, you probably don’t. At the time I made that post I said it would be an “occasional” feature of this site. And truth be told, I’ve been busy and this has been a busy Cubs season and… now, here we are after a […]
Nothing Is Going Right for the Cubs
If I'd written about what hasn't gone wrong for the Cubs over the past three weeks, this post would've been much shorter.
Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Brown, Busch, Bregman
Today’s Reflections What a roller-coaster in St. Louis. Saturday night, it looked like things were returning to normal. Then the old/new bats of the 10-loss days returned, and Jordan Wicks doesn’t appear to be more than AAAA quality starter. Maybe the Athletics and Giants can bring six games of rebounding for the Cubs. Jim Bowden […]
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