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Darshan Desai at Uncrowned reports that former IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia has filed suit against the sanctioning body, alleging a conspiracy on the part of the WBA, WBC, WBO, former promoter Eddie Hearn, and others to punish him for signing with Zuffa Boxing. The IBF stripped Opetaia (30-0, 23 KO) of the belt ahead […]
On Wednesday, the Detroit Tigers will finish their series with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.The two teams are tied up at 1-1, so whoever wins on Wednesday will take the series.Most recently, the Tigers lost Tuesday’s game by a score of 11-2.Detroit Tigers Announced Justin Verlander UpdateDuring their series with the Cubs, the Tigers […] The post Detroit Tigers Announced Justin Verlander Update During Cubs Series appeared first on HEAVY .
This past weekend was the celebration of the 2016 championship Cubs on their 10-year reunion. The various gatherings and events brought back a lot of nostalgia. Tuesday night’s Cub win also brought back some of that nostalgia. This was the blueprint of so much of that season. Jump all over the other team early and […]
This year’s trade deadline is just 12 days away, and the Cubs will need to add if they want to have a chance at taking down the top teams in the National League. They’re not alone, though, and their penchant for seeking value could put them at risk of losing out on the kind of … The post Counsell’s Simple Deadline Directive: ‘Just Make Team Better’ appeared first on .
Craig Counsell praised the Cubs' offensive approach after Chicago erupted for six first-inning runs and cruised past the Detroit Tigers behind another strong outing from David Peterson. The Chicago Cubs wasted no time taking control Tuesday night, erupting for six runs in the first inning before cruising to an 11-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers at Wrigley Field. Sparked by Pete Crow-Armstrong ‘s leadoff triple, Chicago’s relentless offense knocked Framber Valdez out of the game before h...
After Monday’s tough extra-inning loss to the Tigers. it was certainly fun to see the Cubs get out of the gate quickly Tuesday, with a six-run first leading to an easy 11-2 win over Detroit, evening up the series. David Peterson had a quick 1-2-3 first and then the Cubs got to work against Framber […]
David Peterson, Justin Wrobleski, Michael Wacha
The Cubs recovered nicely from a frustrating loss to the Tigers on Monday night with a dominating win in the second game of the series. The home squad jumped all over opposing starter Framber Valdez, knocking him out of the game with six runs in the opening frame. Pete Crow-Armstrong got the big rally going … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/21/26): Cubs 11, Tigers 2 – Big 1st Inning Dooms Detroit appeared first on .
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday to Scott Sanderson, and a mighty host of others. Today in baseball history, in 1991, Ferguson Jenkins, Gaylord Perry, Rod Carew, Tony Lazzeri, and Bill Veeck, Jr are inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York, and other stories as well. Today in baseball history: Today in Cubs […]
The Detroit Tigers took a whipping on Tuesday night at the hands of the Chicago Cubs, who used a rough first inning from Framber Valdez to embarrass their visitors, 11-2, at Wrigley Field. AJ Hinch opted to go with a pair of position players on the mound, and hilarity ensued. For the Motor City Kitties, […]
Forty years ago, the Cubs fired ball girl Marla Collins after she posed nude for Playboy. The unusual 1986 decision remains one of the more unique stories in franchise history. The post On This Day in Chicago Cubs History: Cubs Fire Ball Girl After She Posed for Playboy appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .
The Detroit Tigers looked to follow up Monday night’s thrilling win with another on Tuesday night on the north side of Chicago. Instead, the Cubs pantsed the Tigers to the tune of an 11-2 drubbing. Framber Valdez got the start for the Tigers, and after Monday’s game in which the bullpen pitched a total of […]
The Cubs have signed free agent outfielder Greg Jones and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa. LHP Josh Fleming was activated off the Development List and assigned to Iowa. RHP Connor Schultz was activated off the Development List and assigned to Double-A Knoxville. Iowa Cubs The Iowa Cubs reeled in the Gwinnett Stripers (Braves), 7-4. It […]
Chicago Bears training camp is right around the corner, so join our latest Mac & Read Show as hosts Evan McLean and Ross Read look at how the team shaped up this summer. Plus, it’s been an interesting month of July for sports (White Sox, Cubs, Bulls, World Cup), so they dive into all that, […]
The Chicago Cubs have signed a former first-round pick to add some talent to the roster.Chicago signed outfielder Greg Jones to a minor-league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Iowa, according to the MLB transactions log.Jones was selected in the first round of the 2019 MLB Draft by the Tampa Bay Rays. He signed with […] The post Cubs Sign Former 1st-Round Pick Ahead of MLB Trade Deadline appeared first on HEAVY .
Go get ‘em, David.
Detroit Tigers (47-52) vs. Chicago Cubs (56-44) Time/Place: 8:05 p.m., Wrigley FieldSB Nation Site: Bleed Cubbie BlueMedia: Detroit SportsNet, MLB.TV, Tigers Radio NetworkPitching Matchup: LHP Framber Valdez (5-6, 4.10 ERA) vs. RHP Ethan Roberts (0-2, 4.21 ERA)
Tuesday notes… Cubs lineup: Tigers lineup: David Peterson, LHP vs. Framber Valdez, LHP David Peterson has made two starts with the Cubs in which he’s thrown at least five innings and allowed no more than two runs. Oh, yes. There’s that other start he made where he got pounded for 10 runs in 3.2 innings, […]
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero vs. the Tigers Cubs 11, Tigers 2: A six-run first, and Michael Conforto ties a team record Cubs vs. Tigers, Tuesday 7/21, 7:05 CT live! Chicago Cubs vs. Detroit Tigers preview, Tuesday 7/21, 7:05 CT
The Dodgers announced that they have selected the contract of left-hander Charlie Barnes. Righty Landon Knack has been optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City in a corresponding active roster move. To open a 40-man spot, catcher Will Smith has been transferred to the 60-day injured list. Barnes, 30, was claimed off waivers from the Cubs in […]
In the interest of full disclosure, I’ll let you know right out of the gate that I will not be watching this game. Or at least not most of it, as I’m going with my kids to see The Odyssey in full 70mm IMAX at one of only 25 theaters in the country that are … The post Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/21/26): Peterson Indeed Starting Rebound Game appeared first on .
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 MLB Trade Deadline (and yes they now want it to be Capitalized) comes up in just […]
The Chicago Cubs have released a once-promising pitcher as Tarik Skubal & Joe Ryan trade rumors swirl ahead of the looming Trade Deadline. The post Cubs Now Release 98-MPH Arm as Tarik Skubal-Joe Ryan Hope Fades appeared first on HEAVY .
The Cubs battled back after Jameson Taillon's return but fell in extra innings after coming within one pitch of a walk-off victory and losing Trent Thornton to injury.
Before the All-Star break, I talked a couple of times about the number of walk-off wins, especially as compared to the number of Cubs who have saved a game in 2026. As I recall, both of those numbers sat at 10. Both of those numbers were unimaginably high in fewer than even 100 games. This […]