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Cubs 2026: wild swings mirror 1970 and 1985 collapses
sports1 day ago

Cubs 2026: wild swings mirror 1970 and 1985 collapses

The Cubs’ 2026 season has swung from a hot 29-16 pace to a nine-game losing streak, leaving them at 29-25 through 54 games and on pace for roughly 87 wins—echoing the franchise’s 1970 and 1985 collapses, which were driven by bullpen and injuries despite strong offenses. This year’s club has dealt with multiple injuries to the rotation but features deeper depth and wild-card avenues, making the next 108 games crucial to avoid a similar downturn while pursuing a playoff path.

via Bleed Cubbie Blue|
#baseball-history#chicago-cubs#injuries
sports3 days ago

Pedro Ramirez Debuts as Cubs Shake Up Lineup, Two Regulars Sit

Bleacher Nation reports the Cubs will shake up today’s lineup at Wrigley Field against the Astros: Pedro Ramirez makes his starting debut at second base, Dansby Swanson and Ian Happ sit, Nico Hoerner moves into the two-hole, Pete Crow-Armstrong leads off, and Ramirez bats ninth, with Conforto in left, Ballesteros as DH, and Carson Kelly catching.

via Bleacher Nation|
#chicago-cubs#cubs-vs-astros#lineup-shakeup
sports4 days ago

Cubs Set for a Lineup Shakeup Amid Offense Slump

The Cubs’ offense has been stuck in a funk at Wrigley Field, and manager Craig Counsell says lineup changes are coming. Top prospects Kevin Alcantara and Pedro Ramirez have recently been called up (with PCA, Pete Crow-Armstrong, possibly leading off in some lineups), and a day off for Ian Happ could be in play as part of the adjustments. While the shakeup aims to spark momentum, it’s unlikely to solve all issues immediately.

via Bleacher Nation|
#chicago-cubs#kevin-alcantara#lineup-changes
Crow-Armstrong fined for graphic exchange with White Sox fan
sports8 days ago

Crow-Armstrong fined for graphic exchange with White Sox fan

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong was fined for a graphic remark toward a female White Sox fan during Sunday’s 9-8 loss at Guaranteed Rate Field; the fan said she was celebrating an engagement party, and Crow-Armstrong apologized the next day, saying his language was regrettable and not representative of the women in his life, with the exact fine amount undisclosed.

via New York Post|
#apology#chicago-cubs#chicago-white-sox
Crow-Armstrong apologizes after vulgar fan exchange, says he let words get away
sports9 days ago

Crow-Armstrong apologizes after vulgar fan exchange, says he let words get away

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong acknowledged after a 9-8 loss to the White Sox that he went too far with a vulgar retort to a fan, saying his intense on-field demeanor got the better of him. He expressed regret over the word choice, especially for the impact on women and young fans who might see it, and noted that there was no announced MLB involvement.

via New York Post|
#chicago-cubs#fan-interaction#mlb
Cubs Ride Depth to a 10-Game Win Streak Amid Injury Woes
sports19 days ago

Cubs Ride Depth to a 10-Game Win Streak Amid Injury Woes

Facing a spate of injuries including Opening Day starter Matthew Boyd, the Cubs have leaned into a true next-man-up mentality, rolling to a 10-game win streak (and 15 straight at Wrigley) as bullpen roles shift. Reliever Trent Thornton, recalled from Triple-A, delivered a clutch six-pitch outing in the 10th to seal a 7-6 walk-off win over the Reds, while Shota Imanaga and a rotating bullpen have stabilized the pitching staff and hitters such as Moisés Ballesteros, Matt Shaw and Michael Conforto have chipped in—all under manager Craig Counsell’s guidance.

via The New York Times|
#bullpen-depth#chicago-cubs#injuries
Cubs' Matthew Boyd to undergo knee surgery after freak injury while playing with his kids
sports21 days ago

Cubs' Matthew Boyd to undergo knee surgery after freak injury while playing with his kids

Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd will undergo left knee meniscus surgery after a freak injury while sitting down to play with his kids; an MRI confirmed the injury with no definite return date. He’s coming off a left biceps strain earlier this season and owns a 6.00 ERA over five starts, as the Cubs (24-12) called up Trent Thornton to take his roster spot.

via New York Post|
#baseball#chicago-cubs#injury
sports29 days ago

Cubs Elevate Moises Ballesteros Behind the Plate, Expanding His Catching Duty

The Cubs are accelerating Moises Ballesteros’ catching duties, using him more behind the plate while he continues to hit well (.387/.435/.710 in 69 plate appearances) and post a solid WAR. Manager Craig Counsell envisions a partial catching role for Ballesteros, especially in matchups with certain pitchers like Matthew Boyd, while Carson Kelly and Miguel Amaya remain the primary catchers. The plan isn’t to adopt a full three-man rotation, but to keep Ballesteros ready to catch when advantageous, potentially boosting his NL Rookie of the Year case if the workload holds.

via Bleacher Nation|
#catching#chicago-cubs#mlb
Cubs push Ballesteros to catch more after grand slam showcase
sports29 days ago

Cubs push Ballesteros to catch more after grand slam showcase

The Cubs are accelerating Moisés Ballesteros’s catching development, giving him more work behind the plate while he continues to serve as a top hitting asset and occasional DH. In his first catcher start of the season against the Padres, Ballesteros hit a 404-foot grand slam, illustrating his two-way potential as manager Craig Counsell says he learns quickly and will be eased into catching. Ballesteros has been hitting .387 with five home runs, 16 RBIs and a 1.145 OPS in 69 plate appearances this season.

via The New York Times|
#catching#chicago-cubs#grand-slam