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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Carson Kelly is an ABS God (Literally the Best in the Biz By the Most Imporant Measure)

I mentioned this last night, but it’s worth reiterating here: I am so very glad the Cubs were able to come back to win that game last night for all the obvious reasons (winning is good), but also...

Cody Bellinger, Cam Schlittler among Yankees' five predicted MLB All-Stars

These guys could be on their way to the Midsummer Classic.

Cubs Again Make Their Own Luck, Win Fourth Walk-Off During 12-Game Streak

There was a lot of discussion during Monday’s Marquee broadcast about the influence of skill and luck on the results of close games. Boog Sciambi asked the question of whether, if tasked with...

Suzuki’s a Monster, PCA’s an Instructor, Counsell’s a Genius, and Other Cubs Bullets

I feel like I *JUST* said this – which is awesome – but I’ll reiterate that, when the Cubs pull off a wonderful walk-off like last night, I try to separate the discussion of that specific event...

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (5/4/26): Cubs 5, Reds 4 – Conforto Homer Walks Off Reds

The Cubs found themselves behind in the bottom of the 9th against the Reds at Wrigley Field on Monday night. That late deficit did not deter them, however, as they rallied for a pair of runs to...

Cubs carry majors-best win streak into rematch vs. skidding Reds

The Chicago Cubs will aim to extend their winning streak to a majors-best seven games on Tuesday night when they continue their four-game series again

Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Come Back to Walk Off the Reds

This team, man. They just keep pulling out the incredible wins. Last night, after trailing early, the Cubs came back and beat the Reds 5-4 on a walk-off homer from pinch-hitter Michael Conforto....

Monday, May 4, 2026
1st MVP poll of '26 reveals expected favorites, but also pleasant surprises
Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 5, Reds 4 – May 4, 2026

I will never, ever, ever complain about having to tear up my half-written box score to accommodate a Cubs walk-off win. What a freakin’ comeback. What a collection of great moments. What a...

Michael Conforto comes through in a pinch as streaking Cubs rally in 9th for 5-4 win over Reds

CHICAGO (AP) — Pinch-hitter Michael Conforto capped a two-run ninth inning with a solo homer, and the Chicago Cubs rallied to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-4 on Monday night for their sixth straight...

Michael Conforto's pinch-hit walk-off shot lifts Cubs over Reds

Michael Conforto's walk-off solo home run capped a two-run, ninth-inning rally and sent the Cubs to a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds on a rainy Mond

Michael Conforto's Cubs walk-off home run is a reminder of the good ol' days

This swing was once the kind that you imagined big things with.

Conforto's walk-off blast sends Cubs to 12th straight win at Friendly Confines
Full-Count, Two Outs, Tie-Game, Bottom of the Ninth … WALK-OFF HOME RUN, MICHAEL CONFORTO!

WELL, HOW DO YOU LIKE THAT! After missing a big opportunity in the bottom of the eighth inning, the Cubs were able to walk it off in the ninth for their 12th-straight victory at Wrigley Field!...

Edward Cabrera and Michael Busch Just Teamed Up for a Sick Pickoff of Elly De La Cruz

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Seiya Suzuki Just Punished a Baseball for a Game-Tying 3-Run Homer … I Mean WOW

The first three innings of this game were quiet for the Cubs offense, and a little loud (at least in terms of contact) for the Reds, who had built up a three-run lead. But to open the fourth, Alex...

Cubs Outright Ben Cowles

The Cubs have sent infielder Ben Cowles outright to Triple-A Iowa, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. That indicates he cleared waivers after being designated for assignment last...

Pre-Gamin’: Cubs vs Reds (7:50 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

UPDATE: This game was originally scheduled for 6:40 CT. Then it was moved up to 6:10 to avoid the rain. Then it was delayed. And now it will start at 7:50 CT. CUBS LINEUP — Once again, the wind is...

Chicago Cubs Lineup (5/4/26): Familiar Batting Order, Cabrera Starting

The Cubs have been a force to be reckoned with at home, and they come into this series winners of 11 straight with three sweeps in a row at Wrigley. That coincided with three losses by the Reds to...

ABS Dashboard Shows Direct Impact of Challenges on Outcomes

The Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) Challenge System almost figured big-time in Sunday’s game. The concept was ably used by Diamondbacks batter Jorge Barrosa in the 7th inning of the game, turning a...

The Rundown: Cubs Take First Place as Home Streak Grows, Reds Limping Into Wrigley, Skubal Hurt

“Sometimes you can’t see that all you need is one thing. If it’s right, you could sleep at night, but it can take some time.” – You Can’t Get What You Want by Joe Jackson Jed Hoyer finally has his...

The Power Pop from Moises Ballesteros is as Sustainable as it Is Surprising

Because he’s always hit throughout his career, because he’s a DH, and because he’s a bigger guy, Moises Ballesteros often gets mischaracterized as a full-on slugger. But historically, that just...

BREAKING: Tarik Skubal to Undergo Elbow Surgery

Even in a world where the Chicago Cubs do not plan to pursue the top starting pitcher in free agency this offseason, Tarik Skubal’s story will unquestionably impact the Cubs’ offseason. They need...

Reds recall former first-rounder Chase Petty to face Cubs

The Cincinnati Reds recalled former first-round draft pick Chase Petty to start Monday's series opener on the road against the Chicago Cubs.,Petty wil

Free MLB home run picks, odds for May 4: Expert backing Cody Bellinger for Monday HR player props

SportsLine expert Angelo "Amags" Magliocca reveals his best MLB home run props picks for Monday, May 4

Updated Top Chicago Cubs Prospect List at FanGraphs for Early 2026

Out for perusing today at FanGraphs, an updated top Chicago Cubs prospect list. It’s the first new list that comes after – for one example – Pedro Ramirez’s huge breakout, and he’s now ranked like...

Shota Imanaga’s Start to the Season is an All-Timer in the Cubs Org

We all saw Shota Imanaga’s latest brilliant performance this weekend, and Jacob discussed and celebrated it here if you missed it. That outing, though, was just the latest in a line of outstanding...

Let’s Stomp Out Their Early-Season Light: Cubs vs Reds Series Preview

Cubs vs Reds — Strictly speaking, the Reds have slowed down of late, dropping three in a row to the Pirates and six of their last ten overall. And, sure, they still have a very solid 20-14 record...

First pitch for Monday's Cubs-Reds game at Wrigley Field moved up to 6:10 p.m. due to potential for inclement weather

Due to the potential for inclement weather in the area later, the start of Monday night's game between the Chicago Cubs and Cincinnati Reds has been moved up 30 minutes, from 6:40 p.m. to 6:10...

Start of Monday's Reds-Cubs opener moved to 6:10 p.m. CT
MLB insider links Mets' 'prime trade chip' to Cubs, Braves

New York could sell big at the deadline.

Here's how PCA continues to take his Gold Glove defense to another level
Chicago Cubs vs Cincinnati Reds – Series Preview (May 4-7): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4

The Cubs (22-12) continued to play excellent baseball with a three-game sweep of the Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field this weekend. The offense and the starting pitching are playing well enough to...

Cubs Leveraging Friendly Confines’ Unique Environment During Win Streak

Wrigley Field has played host to its fair share of legendary players and games over the last century-plus, and all of them have had to deal with its quirks. From the dimensions — which have...

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Banking Wins, Wrigley Winds, Hoerner Spins, and Other Cubs Bullets

It’s a bummer how much less relevant Star Wars is compared to 10-15 years go. I know I’m just a sucker for nostalgia, but it’s a fun universe, man. And it used to be the case that May the Fourth...

Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Complete the Sweep Over the Diamondbacks!

The Chicago Cubs clearly just love being on winning streaks. Who can blame them? The latest has seen them win five in a row, and eleven in a row at Wrigley Field. The most recent win, 8-4 over the...

Reds prospect Chase Petty tested in season debut against streaking Cubs

The Cincinnati Reds are calling up their No 7 prospect Chase Petty to face the red-hot Cubs on Monday in the first game of a four-game series in Chica

Sunday, May 3, 2026
Cubs maintain No. 4 spot in latest Power Rankings
Cubs activate closer Daniel Palencia from the 15-day injured list

CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Cubs closer Daniel Palencia was activated from the 15-day injured list on Sunday after being sidelined by a left oblique strain. Palencia pitched five scoreless innings over...

Cubs Claim LHP Luis Peralta off Waivers from Cardinals

In their unending quest for emergency pitching depth, the Cubs have claimed left-handed reliever Luis Peralta off waivers from the Cardinals. St. Louis had designated Peralta for assignment on...

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (5/3/26): Cubs 8, D-Backs 4 – Busch Whacks Snakes to Complete Sweep

The Cubs stayed hot on Sunday afternoon at Wrigley Field, scoring eight unanswered against the Diamondbacks. The avalanche of runs erased an early deficit and secured a three-game sweep for the...

Cubs Claim Luis Peralta From Cardinals

The Cubs have claimed left-hander Luis Peralta off the Cardinals’ waiver wire, according to Taylor McGregor of the Marquee Sports Network.  St. Louis designated Peralta for assignment on Friday. ...

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 8, Diamondbacks 4 – May 3, 2026

A Matthew Boyd quality start and the steadily bouncing back bat of Michael Busch provided the Cubs a three-game series sweep of the Diamondbacks on a beautiful Sunday at Wrigley Field. The Cubs’...

Busch stars as the surging Cubs beat the Diamondbacks 8-4 for their 5th consecutive win

CHICAGO (AP) — Michael Busch hit a three-run triple and a sacrifice fly, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-4 on Sunday for their fifth straight win. Moisés Ballesteros homered...

Michael Busch drives in 4 as Cubs win, sweep D-backs

Michael Busch drove in four runs to lead the host Chicago Cubs to an 8-4 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday.,Busch doubled and scored a run in t

Cubs extend home win streak to 11 with sweep over D-backs
Cubs get closer Palencia off IL; Hoerner in lineup...

Cubs closer Daniel Palencia has been activated off the injured list after missing two weeks with an oblique injury. Nico Hoerner, who missed a game with a stiff neck, is back in the lineup.

Cubs activate closer Daniel Palencia from IL

Prior to their Sunday afternoon home game against the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Chicago Cubs activated closer Daniel Palencia from the 15-day injured

Alex Bregman made best decision of offseason to join Cubs instead of Red Sox

Bregman avoided disaster with his free agency decision.

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