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Thursday, July 9, 2026
Cubs Prioritizing Pitching with ‘Less Dogmatic’ Draft, Development Strategy

Though it’s been evident for many years now, the lack of high-end pitching in the Cubs organization has become painfully obvious in the wake of their myriad injuries this season. A general...

Cubs Minor League News: Ayers raking, Trice homers, Maton impressive
Pre-Gamin’: Cubs vs Orioles (12:35 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

CUBS LINEUP — Today, the Chicago Cubs are going for a sweep in Baltimore, with David Peterson set to make his third start in a Cubs uniform. As a reminder, Peterson’s first start with the Cubs...

Chicago Cubs Lineup: (7/9/26): Peterson, Bats Try to Ruin Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood

The Cubs have taken the first two games of their series in Baltimore, which is just as everyone had planned it. Seriously, they’re doing exactly what they’re supposed to do. Today’s game, however,...

Another Box Checked for Justin Steele, Though Starting This Season is Still Considered “Not Realistic”

The good news on Justin Steele’s rehab is that his latest check-up with the doctor went well, and he’s been cleared to start the next phase of his program. That’ll mean the throwing progression...

Cubs linked to 2.64 ERA Tigers All-Star as 'best' trade target, but it's not Tarik Skubal

The Cubs are the best trade fit for a Tigers All-Star, but it's not their headliner trade chip.

Game Time Change, Improbable Success, Maton Close, Conrad Promoted, Brewers Rotation Injuries, and Other Cubs Bullets

There is obviously a whole lot more to say about Pete Crow-Armstrong’s historic night, but I’ll save that for a separate discussion. Until then, the other Bullets … If you haven’t heard yet, the...

PCA's two-homer night powers Cubs past Orioles
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cubs ride hot stretch into finale vs. Orioles

It doesn't matter where the production is coming from for the Chicago Cubs, as long as it keeps coming.,The lineup has been stout at times, particular

Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Go Deep Again and Again and Again and Again and Again

The Chicago Cubs took game number two in the series from the Baltimore Orioles last night 9-7, primarily on the strength of five homers (Pete Crow-Armstrong twice, Michael Conforto, Carson Kelly,...

Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Pete Crow-Armstrong homers twice as Cubs outslug Orioles

Pete Crow-Armstrong hit two of Chicago's five home runs and the Cubs held on to beat the host Baltimore Orioles 9-7 on Wednesday night.,Crow-Armstrong

Crow-Armstrong moves up in Hitter Power Rankings
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/8/26): Cubs 9, Orioles 7 – Handful of Homers Overcome O’s

The Cubs and Orioles battled in a high-scoring affair Wednesday night that featured a total of nine combined home runs. The road squad had five of those dingers and survived a late comeback effort...

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong first to reach 20-20 status; is 40-40 next?

Chicago's center fielder accomplished a rare feat by compiling at least 20 homers and 20 stolen bases before team game No. 95 for the second straight season.

Key takeaways: Cubs 9, Orioles 7
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 9, Orioles 7 – July 8, 2026

You can say what you want about the pitching, which is admittedly quite shaky, but this Cubs offense is dangerous. That, and extremely fun to watch. The Cubs’ lineup put on a show on Wednesday...

Pete Crow-Armstrong, Cubs outslug Orioles

Pete Crow-Armstrong hit two of Chicago's five home runs and the Cubs held on to beat the host Baltimore Orioles 9-7 on Wednesday night.,Crow-Armstrong

Crow-Armstrong hits 2 of Chicago's 5 homers and the Cubs outslug Baltimore 9-7

Pete Crow-Armstrong hit two of Chicago's five home runs and the Cubs outslugged the Baltimore Orioles 9-7 on Wednesday night.

Michael Conforto, Carson Kelly, and Pete Crow-Armstrong Go Deep in Explosive Fifth Inning

After going a week without a home run, the Cubs are putting on a fireworks show tonight in Baltimore. Pete Crow-Armstrong homered in the top of the third to open the scoring, with the Cubs hitting...

Pete Crow-Armstrong Becomes First Player to Reach the 20/20 Mark This Season!

Earlier today, Michael wrote about Pete Crow-Armstrong’s incredible first-half, which has him on pace to reach the 30/30 threshold for the second straight season, something a Cubs player has never...

Here is a look at each club's best Draft pick from the past 10 years
Steele on track to begin throwing off mound in early August
Former Cubs Reliever Phil ‘The Vulture’ Regan Passes Away

According to MLB, Phil Regan has departed this vale of tears, leaving behind him his 11.5 career bWAR, 743 strikeouts, 96 wins, and 93 saves. Regan was notorious for letting the tying runs score...

Justin Steele Cleared to Resume Throwing, Starting Role Not Realistic This Season

Justin Steele has been with the Cubs for a little while now as he works his way back to throwing again following a setback in his recovery from elbow reconstruction last year. While the internal...

Chicago Cubs Lineup (7/8/26): Rea Facing Kremer in Charm City

It’s always a good thing to start a series with a win, particularly coming off a rough weekend. Though it wasn’t a very exciting game, those are exactly the ones the Cubs need to be better at...

The Rundown: Expect High Premium on Pitching Acquisitions, Boyd Vintage in Win Over Orioles, Verlander set to Retire

“Gotta keep rollin’, gotta keep ridin’; keep searchin’ ’til I find what’s right.’ – Roll Me Away by Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band The dog days of baseball used to pertain to late August games...

Cubs Minor League News: Bateman raking, Valdez hits walk-off grand slam, Hartshorn homers
Cubs Prospect Notes: Conrad, Hartshorn, Ramirez, Trice, Bateman, Tomas, Carico, Poteet, Silva, More

More Cubs prospect notes for you with the draft fast approaching … Speaking of which, Kiley McDaniel, Jeff Passan, and David Schoenfield did something of a unique re-draft over at ESPN, combining...

Chicago Cubs Lineup: Seiya Suzuki Back to DH

CUBS LINEUP — The Cubs took (a delayed) Game 1 against the Orioles last night, giving them two solid chances to win the series in Baltimore. Generally speaking, I think tomorrow’s matchup (David...

Former All-Star pitcher, longtime coach Regan dies at 89
Pete Crow-Armstrong is on Pace for Some Sammy Sosa-Level Cubs Franchise History

In the entire history of MLB, there have been 1,516 individual seasons in which a player hit at least 30 home runs. Likewise, there have been 1,940 individual seasons in which a player stole at...

Roster Move: Cubs re-sign veteran outfielder Chas McCormick
Cubs Injury Updates: Taillon, Cabrera, Palencia, Brown, Shaw

As always, a number of Chicago Cubs injuries to update … The plan right now is for Jameson Taillon (hamstring) to make another rehab start before returning to the big league team, but Craig...

Cubs Outright Bryse Wilson

Cubs right-hander Bryse Wison went unclaimed on waivers following his recent DFA, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. He’s been assigned outright to Triple-A Iowa, but Wilson has the right...

Matthew Boyd Was (Last Night) and Is (Going Forward) Exactly What the Cubs Need(ed)

The Chicago Cubs won last night as a team, with the bats grinding and coming through just enough (though they had a lot of unrewarded hard contact, too), and the bullpen mostly holding serve. But...

Cubs Prospects Report | July 8, 2026: Rojas & Hartshorn Homer, Walk-Off Grand Slam, More

The Cubs‘ minor league squads were back in action for their final series before the All-Star break. The teams combined for a 3-1 record last night with some high-end prospects coming up big at the...

Don’t Use PCA to Confess Your Ignorance

You could contend that Pete Crow-Armstrong won’t be one of the nine most valuable players in baseball going forward in 2026. I wouldn’t agree with you, but I there’s a straight-faced, legitimate...

MLB rumors: Astros narrowing trade deadline targets; Cubs eyeing pitching help

The trade deadline is less than a month away

Bregman Heating Up, the Pomeranz Reunion, Amaya, Records, Loser Behavior, and Other Cubs Bullets

With some travel last week, then the holiday and weekend right after, and then some household sickness, my Text Debt has built up horribly. I owe so many responses to so many things … Alex Bregman...

Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Kick Off Their O’s Series with a Win

Having salvaged the final game of the Cardinals series on Sunday, the Cubs stayed on the positive side of the ledger by kicking off their Orioles series with a 5-2 win last night. Enjoy the...

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/7/26): Cubs 5, Orioles 2 – Boyd Baffles Birds

The Cubs opened their series against the Orioles on a positive note with a victory Tuesday night. They got a terrific performance from opening-day starter Matthew Boyd, who had his best effort of...

Boyd dominates as Cubs take down Orioles
After taking opener, Cubs try to extend domination in Baltimore

The Chicago Cubs might be feeling right at home when they take on the host Baltimore Orioles again Wednesday night.,The Cubs hold a 10-2 all-time reco

Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Boyd back to vintage form against O's after injury-riddled season
Alex Bregman, Matthew Boyd helm Cubs' road win at Orioles

Matthew Boyd fired six shutout innings and Alex Bregman drove in two runs as the Chicago Cubs beat the host Baltimore Orioles 5-2 on Tuesday night in

Cubs right-hander Matthew Boyd blanks Orioles over 6 innings in 5-2 victory

BALTIMORE (AP) — Matthew Boyd pitched six shutout innings, Alex Bregman drove in two runs and the Chicago Cubs beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-2 Tuesday night. Miguel Amaya scored three times for the...

Key takeaways: Cubs 5, Orioles 2
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 5, Orioles 2 – July 7, 2026

Good way to start the week in Baltimore! The Cubs probably could’ve put up a lot more runs tonight, given a fair bit of hard contact that didn’t find grass, but they came through in enough spots...

*THREE* Separate Errors for a 3-Run Little League Home Run … on a Tapper to the Mound

Frankly, I’m amazed that a play this embarrassing involving the 2026 New York Mets wasn’t committed BY the Mets. Maybe they’re contagious? Either way, this is just absolutely hilarious. Tonight,...

Cubs' explosive offense helps push them up the power rankings

Cubs jump up a spot despite losing a series to their division rivals.

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