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Monday, April 27, 2026
It’s Bad (But Not the Worst) News for Riley Martin, Who Will Be Out for a Good Long While

Like I said when Riley Martin first hit the Injured List, the volume of injuries this team has suffered is beyond parody. Also “funny” is the fact that losing Riley Martin, of all people, stings...

Cubs Roster Move: Some Relief Help is Finally Back Tonight!

Tonight, as expected, Phil Maton is coming off the Injured List to help supplement the big league bullpen. Well, what’s left of the big league bullpen, anyway. In his place, Charlie Barnes is...

Cubs add healthy Maton back to depleted bullpen
Chicago Cubs Lineup (4/27/26): Happ DH, Mo Baller Catching, Conforto in LF, Boyd Bump Day

The Cubs left LA with a disappointing result after running their win streak to 10 games in the series opener, and they have no one to blame but themselves. They stranded 19 runners on base between...

Cubs Reinstate Maton, Option Barnes

It had already been announced that Phil Maton was going to be activated for the Padres series, so let’s just roll with the media release on this one. The Chicago Cubs today reinstated right-handed...

Nico wins Play of the Week with heads-up grab

Nico Hoerner wins Play of the Week with heads-up grab

Former Cubs manager and Red Sox catcher tabbed as potential Alex Cora replacement

Boston cut ties with Cora over the weekend.

I Wonder if the Cubs Can Get This 53-Year-Old Knuckleballer on the Horn

Thanks to an avalanche of injuries befitting a ‘Three Stooges’ movie, the Chicago Cubs pitching corps is DEPLETED. Cubs President Jed Hoyer said this weekend that the organization “need[s] to keep...

Cubs Prospect Notes: Injuries and Promotions, Ramirez, Kirkpatrick, Brockett, Netz, Hartshorn, Kepley, More

The farm system is off today, but there’s a fair bit to discuss … Pedro Ramirez continues to turn heads not only with his .323/.396/.626/158 wRC+ slash line in his first 25 games as a 22-year-old...

I Really Hate West Coast Road Trips: Cubs vs Padres Series Preview

Cubs vs Padres — The Cubs winning streak came to an end over the weekend, and they’ve now lost two straight. Stupid Dodgers. Spoiling all the fun. Unfortunately, the schedule isn’t getting any...

Cubs’ LOB Woes Doom Them in Losses to Dodgers

Alley-oops passes for thunderous dunks are cool. Perfectly-spun wedge shots that stick inches from the pin are cool. But when LOB is not cool in the least is when it comes to squandering scoring...

Every team's odds to win the 2026 World Series: Braves and Cubs enter conversation

Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers with the slumping Mets way down the list.

Moises Ballesteros is Doing Everything He Can to Create Runs for the Cubs

We’re still a very long way from starting to have serious discussions about end-of-year awards, and whether Moises Ballesteros might net the Cubs an extra draft pick by winning the NL Rookie of...

Chicago Cubs @ San Diego Padres – Series Preview (April 27-29): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4

After reeling off 10 consecutive wins, the Cubs (17-11) finally returned to Earth a bit as they lost the final two games to the two-time defending champion Dodgers this weekend. The powerful LA...

Throwing 98 MPH Doesn’t Guarantee You a Job in MLB

Yacksel Ríos hadn’t pitched in the majors since June 30, 2023 with the A’s due to a diagnosis of Raynaud syndrome that required surgical correction. He also underwent a procedure to address an...

Shaw making impact early as Cubs' super sub
Containing Cubs' offense next quest for Padres' Randy Vasquez

After conquering Coors Field in his last outing, Randy Vasquez now looks to tame the Chicago Cubs' potent attack.,The San Diego Padres right-hander tr

Sunday, April 26, 2026
Cubs climb to fourth in latest Power Rankings
1 newcomer on each team making a strong early impression
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (4/26/26): Dodgers 6, Cubs 0 – Shutout Ends Series

The Cubs suffered consecutive losses for the first time in over two weeks on Sunday afternoon against the Dodgers. They could not make good on early scoring chances and the home team completed a...

Justin Wrobleski moves to 4-0 as Dodgers blank Cubs

Shohei Ohtani hit his first home run in 13 games and Justin Wrobleski continued his strong start to the season with six scoreless innings as the Los A

Enhanced Box Score: Dodgers 6, Cubs 0 – April 26, 2026

What a difference a couple of days can make. After having their 10-game winning streak snapped last night, the Cubs put up a donut offensively in a series-deciding 6-0 loss to the Dodgers, leaving...

Rare early walks from Imanaga set tone in Cubs' loss to Dodgers 
Cubs Injury Updates: Palencia Throwing Pen Tuesday, Martin to Chicago for Imaging

Craig Counsell offered updates on two injured relievers, and it sounds like closer Daniel Palencia could be in line for a “soon-ish” return. The righty was shut down on April 17 following three...

Cubs' bullpen shuffle continues as Martin (elbow inflammation) hits IL
Chicago Cubs Lineup: Nico Hoerner to Shortstop, But Dansby Swanson Is Still Playing

CUBS LINEUP — There’s nothing like a couple of national broadcasts to make you miss and appreciate Marquee Sports Network. Fortunately, we’re back to our familiar broadcast this afternoon for the...

You Have GOT To Be Kidding Me: Another Key Cubs Reliever Heads to the Injured List

We are so far beyond parody at this point, it’s not even funny. Today, Riley Martin, a young reliever who was ALREADY up with the big-league team only after a rash of injuries ravaged the rest of...

Chicago Cubs Lineup (4/26/26): Hoerner at SS, Swanson DH, Shaw 2B, Imanaga Starting

Most of our readers are probably old enough to remember Minesweeper, a rudimentary computer game that once competed with solitaire when it came to time-wasters included in PCs. Throughout much of...

Cubs Roster Moves: Martin to IL, Velasquez DFA, Barnes & Ríos Added

The hits just keep on comin’ for the Cubs, who have placed lefty reliever Riley Martin on the IL with elbow inflammation. They promoted lefty Charlie Barnes to take his place on the roster, but...

Cubs To Select Yacksel Rios, Designate Vince Velasquez For Assignment

In a series of moves relayed by Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network, the Cubs are expected to select right-hander Yacksel Rios and recall lefty Charlie Barnes. Righty Vince Velasquez will be...

When To Wear It, MoBalling Out, Shota Day, Suzuki Hot, and Other Cubs Bullets

Good morning, Bleacher Nation. The winning-streak buzz we all got to experience came to an end last night, but the good feelings about this team should all still be intact. Winning 11 of 12 is on...

Cubs' Nico Hoerner is on pace to place himself in franchise history books

The Chicago Cubs rising star is making a name for himself in 2026

Dodgers, Cubs close series with potential pitching duel

A resurgent Los Angeles Dodgers' offense will take on the visiting Chicago Cubs in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon.,The Do

Saturday, April 25, 2026
Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (4/25/26): Dodgers 12, Cubs 4 – Blowout Loss Snaps Winning Streak

The Cubs’ winning streak finally came to an end at 10 on Saturday against the Dodgers. The home team got its powerful offense rolling in the middle innings and turned the game into a rout. Chicago...

Cubs may be getting key bullpen piece back sooner than expected

Some good news for a red-hot team.

Dodgers score 6 runs in 4th to snap the Cubs' 10-game winning streak with 12-4 victory

Roki Sasaki earned his second career victory and the Los Angeles Dodgers rallied with six runs in the fourth inning to beat the Cubs 12-4 on Saturday night, snapping Chicago's 10-game winning streak.

Down early, Dodgers prove too strong, end Cubs' 10-game win streak

Max Muncy hit a two-run home run and Andy Pages had three RBIs in the host Los Angeles Dodgers' 12-4 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.,The Dodger

Enhanced Box Score: Dodgers 12, Cubs 4 – April 25, 2026

On Saturday night in Los Angeles, the Dodgers potent offense snapped the Cubs’ 10-game winning streak. Therefore, the 11-game winning streak in 2016 stands a win above. For now. Despite the...

Cubs To Activate Phil Maton In Next Two Days

The Cubs bullpen may be getting one of their key offseason signings back from injury. According to Jordan Bastian of MLB.com, right-hander Phil Maton is currently with the team in Los Angeles for...

Cubs' longest winning streak in a decade snapped in rout vs. Dodgers
Moises Ballesteros Makes Roki Sasaki Rethink This Whole “Being a Pitcher” Thing

Okay, I’m just having fun with the screengrab there, as Roki Sasaki was just adjusting his cap after Moises Ballesteros launched a (then) go-ahead home run in Los Angeles. But I like to think he...

Seiya Suzuki Stays HOT with His Fourth Homer in Five Games

Seiya Suzuki didn’t join the Cubs until April 10. He didn’t hit his first home run until April 21. And he has now hit FOUR in the five games since. He is scorching hot, and when he’s scorching hot...

The Dodgers Are Probably Getting Pretty Sick of Nico Hoerner’s Defense

[Danleys] Last night, Nico Hoerner made (at least) two incredible defensive plays, both of which wound up having a pretty profound impact on the outcome of that contest. We talked about both of...

BREAKING: Red Sox Firing Four Coaches, Including Manager Alex Cora

The Boston Red Sox have been one of baseball’s most disappointing teams to begin the 2026 season, with both the offense and pitching failing to perform to their respective capabilities. As if...

Pre-Gamin’: Cubs vs Dodgers (6:15 CT) – Lineups, Broadcast Info, Game Thread

CUBS LINEUP — Last night’s come-from-behind win at Dodger Stadium was one of the best regular-season wins in a while. And the best part is the Cubs only needed to use Ryan Rolison and Corbin...

Ryan Rolison Deserves More Praise For Last Night’s Outing

The Cubs won their tenth straight game in style on Friday night in Los Angeles, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4 after offensive fireworks from Dansby Swanson against the Dodgers’ bullpen....

Chicago Cubs Lineup (4/25/26): Hoerner Leads Off, Amaya Catching, Rea Starting

Well, the Cubs have guaranteed that they won’t go winless on this West Coast swing. Not long after Michael Conforto received his World Series ring from his time with the Dodgers, his new team beat...

Did You See Nico Hoerner Surprise Himself with How Good His Defense Is?

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Watch: Nico Hoerner Makes Two Incredible Plays to Keep Cubs Close

Many will point to Alex Bregman‘s game-tying homer in the 8th or Dansby Swanson‘s game-winning dinger in the 9th, but it was Nico Hoerner‘s defense in the bottom of the 7th that kept the Cubs...

Surging Cubs count on bullpen ahead of rematch vs. Dodgers

Even with new pitchers in the Chicago Cubs' injury-plagued bullpen, the results remained the same.,The Cubs rallied for a 6-4 win on Friday, with thei

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