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Saturday, September 19, 2026
Central Notes: Swanson, Báez, Verlander, Larnach

The Cubs reinstated shortstop Dansby Swanson from the 10-day injured list before a 6-4 loss to the Reds on Friday. Swanson missed a little over a month with an oblique strain. Playing his first...

Scoreboard Watching, Steele Watch, Cub Holmes, PCA fun, and Other Cubs Bullets

Good morning, Bleacher Nation. Tough loss last night. 2-for-10 with runners in scoring position, five free passes from your starting pitcher, a combined 0-for-10 from PCA and Alex Bregman, and...

Cubs squander late lead in loss to Reds
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/18/26): Reds 6, Cubs 3 – Too Many Missed Chances

The Cubs took on the Reds in the first game of their series at Great American Ball Park Friday night. The road team briefly held a lead in the middle innings, but they went on to lose with the...

Friday, September 18, 2026
Trevino's 2-run single with bases loaded in 6th propels Reds to 6-4 win over Cubs

Jose Trevino lined a two-run single to right field with the bases loaded in the seventh inning and the Cincinnati Reds rallied for a 6-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Friday night.

Wheels fall off in 6th frame for Holmes, Cubs
Enhanced Box Score: Reds 6, Cubs 4 – September 18, 2026

The Cubs left a lot of potential runs on the board tonight, just not quite able to get the huge knock when they had the chance (and inexplicably trying to steal second base with two outs down two...

Ups and Downs: Alex Bregman's big second half includes celebrating his horse's win with Cubs teammates

Bregman took the Cubs to Churchill Downs on an off day and watched his horse run to victory

Swanson returns from left oblique strain for Cubs' final stretch
Cubs Reinstate Dansby Swanson

On the road (not literally), so the media release the s all you get. The Chicago Cubs today reinstated infielder Dansby Swanson from the 10-day injured list. In a corresponding move, infielder BJ...

Chicago Cubs Lineup (9/18/26): Holmes Pitching as Bats Try to Chase Burns

This one may be a little rushed or even flat-out late, as I’ll be making my way up to a prospect camp at a school in north-central Indiana this afternoon. We’ve been going around to several little...

Pre-Gamin’: Cubs vs Reds (5:40 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

CUBS LINEUP — The Cubs come to Great American Ballpark tonight riding a two-event winning streak: a game against the Braves on Wednesday, and Alex Bregman’s race horse last night. May that...

Dansby Swanson is Officially Back!

We expected it after his very transparent rehab process, but it’s still a relief to see: Dansby Swanson was officially activated from the Injured List ahead of tonight’s game in Cincinnati. The...

How one inning could be a 'fatal flaw' for Cubs in 2026 MLB postseason

One inning could be what ends the Cubs' postseason run this year.

Another Carter Hawkins Mention in Connection with Coming MLB Front Office Openings

It’s natural that just every number two exec in a big organization is going to get some mention here and there when openings arise at the top of other shops in MLB. Still, it’s worth pointing out...

Could MLB's top 3 in RBIs come from the same division? This trio is going for it
Cubs Celebrate Alex Bregman’s Horse Winning at Churchill Downs

The theme for the Cubs’ brief road trip to Cincinnati was horse racing, which was more than just a fun gimmick, as it turns out. They spent their off day at Churchill Downs, where the highlight...

Mets predicted to hire two-time World Series champion, ex-Cubs manager to replace Andy Green

The New York Mets will be in the market for a manager this summer. A very well respected former manager is interested and could be the right hire.

Ichiro Suzuki, Who is Now 52, Shut Out an All-Star Girls High School Team with 17 Strikeouts

Ichiro’s still got it. And by “it” I mean an insanely competitive drive. Because if you invite him to face an all-star high school girls team for a charity event, you better believe he is going to...

Cubs Minor League News: Connor Noland dominates, Knoxville season ends
Cubs vs Reds Pitching Probables, Broadcast Info, More

Cubs vs Reds — The Cubs are coming off a series win at Wrigley Field against the Braves, and are sitting in a comfortable playoff spot. But that doesn’t mean they don’t still have something to...

Cubs Prospects Report | September 18, 2026: Iowa Tops Omaha, Knoxville Eliminated

After back-to-back days of weather-related postponements, the Iowa Cubs finally began their series with the Omaha Storm Chasers, and thanks to a big inning, they took home a win. Plus, the...

With plenty of options as playoffs near, Cubs have decisions to make in rotation
Chicago Cubs @ Cincinnati Reds – Series Preview (September 18-20): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4

The Cubs (85-68) took their second consecutive series by winning two of three from the first-place Braves at Wrigley Field. The offense came through in the two victories, scoring 15 total runs,...

Bleacher Bunch: Home Stretch

The Cubs have a winning week versus the Pirates and Braves and now head to Cincy with only 3 series left. Sara Sanchez, Mike Waller, Billy Devore, and Danny Rockett host. Watch! Listen! The post...

Alex Bregman’s Horse Wins at Churchill Downs with Cubs There to Watch

I’m not going to say it guarantees a deep playoff run, but the Chicago Cubs’ players spending their off-day together at Churchill Downs watching Alex Bregman’s horse win? That strikes me as (1) a...

Fly the W ... for a horse? Bregman's a winner at Churchill Downs
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Not Much Hope That Owners, Players Will Avoid Lockout

Jeff Passan had some words on the 2027 MLB season Thursday morning, adding to some of his previous ideas on the subject. Passan seems to think a lockout is inevitable and that ownership is willing...

Shota Imanaga’s Multi-Start Bounce-Back and His Manager’s Confidence

It wasn’t quite three weeks ago that Craig Counsell was asked whether Shota Imanaga’s rotation spot was in jeopardy with the Cubs. It really wasn’t an unreasonable question, given the other...

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong's MVP race declared to be 'over' by ESPN analyst

This MVP race for PCA is already over in the eyes of an ESPN analyst.

Cubs' Ian Happ faces major problem with upcoming free agency

This issue could completely derail his free agent contract pursuit this offseason.

The Cubs Have Announced Hotel Packages for the 2027 Cubs Convention (Take From That Whatever Small Optimism You Want)

In a show of possible optimism, the Chicago Cubs have announced that Cubs Convention hotel packages go on sale today. At present, CubsCon is scheduled for January 15-17, 2027, but if there is an...

More Fun With Another Outrageous PCA Day

Clearly Pete Crow-Armstrong heard his best baseball card had hit the auction block, and he wanted to make sure it would set some kind of record. So he had himself another monster performance and...

Swanson finds 'Purpose and Calling' as Cubs' Clemente nominee
Why beloved Cubs outfielder's free agent stock being high could be a problem

This free agent development for the Cubs could pose a problem.

Why Cubs have massive bullpen problem before MLB postseason

This could be a major issue for the Cubs.

Dansby Swanson’s Visit to Wrigley Field and the Plan Going Forward

The Chicago Cubs’ plan for Dansby Swanson this week was to have him play in a couple games with the Iowa Cubs and then return to the big league team on Friday, fully recovered from his oblique...

Brewers cut ties with former Cubs, Mets 3.84 ERA reliever

The Brewers are making a notable adjustment in the bullpen.

MLB Playoff Update: What is the Cubs' magic number?

The Chicago Cubs are inching closer to clinching a playoff spot, and their win over the Atlanta Braves helped them out on Wednesday. The win, powered by an incredible night from Pete...

MLB Power Rankings: Playoff contenders on the move ahead of October

Some teams have already clinched postseason berths, while others are making one last push with 11 days to go. Where do they all stand on our penultimate list?

Of Course They’re a Playoff-Capable Team, Bregman’s Big Year, Near Double Cycle, and Other Cubs Bullets

Once again, the Pete Crow-Armstrong of it all has to get its own dedicated space later today. Until then, the other bullets … This Cubs team has its issues, without question, but I think it bears...

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (9/16/26): Cubs 8, Braves 4 – Another Signature Performance for MVPete

The Cubs won the deciding game of their series against the Braves at Wrigley Field Wednesday night. The headliner was Pete Crow-Armstrong, who had another massive performance that might have...

PCA makes Cubs history in two-homer win over Braves
Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Take the Series from the Braves

The Cubs closed out their three-game set with the Braves at Wrigley Field with an 8-4 win, largely on the strength of big nights from Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, and Shota Imanaga. Enjoy...

PCA launches Nos. 43, 44 as 'grateful' Cubs look on 'in amazement'

Pete Crow-Armstrong finished 3 for 4 with two home runs, three RBI and three runs in an 8-4 victory over the Braves.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026
There's another young slugger climbing the Hitter Power Rankings
Crow-Armstrong homers twice, Imanaga shines as Cubs beat Braves 8-4

Pete-Crow Armstrong hit his 43rd and 44th homers and broke the Chicago Cubs' record for left-handers, and Shota Imanaga allowed a run in six innings in an 8-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on...

PCA adds to MVP candidacy with another multihomer night against Braves
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 8, Braves 4 – September 16, 2026

Tonight, Alex Bregman homered, tripled, and doubled. He was just one single short of the cycle. And it only partly registered. Tonight, Shota Imanaga went 6.0 innings, allowing just one earned...

Peter, You Really Must Stop Hitting Home Runs (UPDATE: HE DID IT AGAIN)

Peter Crow-Armstrong! Don’t you know that you can’t steal any bases if you keep hitting home runs?! BAD! STOP THAT! Obviously, I kid. Dinger number 43 for PCA is a very good thing: PETE...

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