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Conforto's Big Night Pushes Cubs Past Diamondbacks in 7-0 Win
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Conforto's Big Night Pushes Cubs Past Diamondbacks in 7-0 Win

Michael Conforto powered the Cubs with a homer, a double, a single, and a walk in a 7-0 win over the Diamondbacks, supported by Carson Kelly’s big night and continued contributions from Pedro Ramirez and Matt Shaw as Chicago leans on veteran leadership and depth; the post also touches on coaching dynamics, Ramirez’s continued development, and minor notes like an umpire-rule clarification surrounding pitching from the windup with runners on base.

Raleigh's 3-Homer Night Sparks Mariners; Glasnow Returns; Gausman Shuts Down Diamondbacks for Cubs
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Raleigh's 3-Homer Night Sparks Mariners; Glasnow Returns; Gausman Shuts Down Diamondbacks for Cubs

Cal Raleigh belts three homers to power the Mariners past the Phillies; Tyler Glasnow returns to the Dodgers' rotation after a back injury; Kevin Gausman fires seven scoreless innings for the Cubs in his first strong start since being traded from the Blue Jays, helping keep the NL wild-card picture tight as the Diamondbacks and other contenders stumble.

Mariners Promote Top Prospect Kade Anderson for MLB Debut vs Cubs
sports5 days ago

Mariners Promote Top Prospect Kade Anderson for MLB Debut vs Cubs

The Seattle Mariners will call up top pitching prospect Kade Anderson to make his major-league debut Saturday at home against the Chicago Cubs, aiming to spark a playoff push. Anderson, The Athletic’s No. 1 prospect, has dominated in the minors with a 1.06 ERA and 135 strikeouts in 18 starts for Double-A Arkansas this year and will need to be added to Seattle’s 40-man roster, likely via moving Matt Brash to the 60-day injured list to create space amid Seattle’s slide in the standings.

Cubs Fall Hardened by Cabrera’s Blister and Swanson’s Injury Shadow
sports8 days ago

Cubs Fall Hardened by Cabrera’s Blister and Swanson’s Injury Shadow

In a chaotic Cubs loss to the Cardinals, Cabrera’s blister flared up in his long-awaited return and Dansby Swanson left with an oblique injury that requires an MRI, likely sideline weeks. Chicago also optioned Javier Assad to Triple-A to preserve depth as Palencia’s rehab looks promising, with the team bracing for a meaningful White Sox series and ongoing roster decisions.

Cubs sideline Dansby Swanson 10 days with oblique injury, triggers infield reshuffle
sports9 days ago

Cubs sideline Dansby Swanson 10 days with oblique injury, triggers infield reshuffle

Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson has been placed on the 10-day injured list with an oblique injury, with an MRI pending to determine severity; Nico Hoerner shifts to shortstop while James Triantos handles second base, and rookie Pedro Ramirez is expected to see more action as the Cubs lean on internal depth during their playoff pursuit.

Ramirez at 2B, Conforto DH Lead Cubs in Lefty-Heavy Finale
sports12 days ago

Ramirez at 2B, Conforto DH Lead Cubs in Lefty-Heavy Finale

The Cubs roll a lefty-heavy lineup for the series finale at Nationals Park, with Pedro Ramirez starting at second base (batting sixth) to balance Cade Cavalli’s splits, while Ian Happ remains in the lineup at left and Michael Conforto handles DH. The rest of the order features Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, Michael Busch, Alex Bregman, Dansby Swanson, and Miguel Amaya. Kevin Gausman starts for the Cubs against Nationals right-hander Cavalli, as the Cubs look to complete a series sweep after winning the first two games; bench options include Nico Hoerner, Carson Kelly, Tyrone Taylor, and James Triantos.

Cubs Kick Off Royals Series With Gausman Debut and Happ in Left
sports18 days ago

Cubs Kick Off Royals Series With Gausman Debut and Happ in Left

In Kansas City, the Chicago Cubs open a series against the Royals with Kevin Gausman making his Cubs debut as the starter. The Cubs’ lineup features Pete Crow-Armstrong in CF, Seiya Suzuki in RF, Alex Bregman at 3B, Michael Busch at 1B, Nico Hoerner at 2B, Ian Happ in left, Carson Kelly behind the plate, Pedro Ramirez at DH (batting eighth), and Dansby Swanson at SS. The Royals counter with Daniel Lynch IV returning to the rotation, with a likely shorter outing given his recent role switch. The Cubs hope to carry momentum into this interleague matchup against a Royals club led by Danny Jansen, Bobby Witt Jr., Jac Caglianone, Salvador Perez, and others.

Bregman's Ninth-Inning Blast, PCA's Steal Lift Cubs to Extra-Inning Win
sports19 days ago

Bregman's Ninth-Inning Blast, PCA's Steal Lift Cubs to Extra-Inning Win

Two outs in the bottom of the ninth, Alex Bregman hit a game-tying two-run homer off Blue Jays closer Louis Varland to force extras, and Pete Crow-Armstrong then used sharp baserunning—stealing second and third and scoring on a miscue—to give the Cubs a 3-2 walk-off win in the 10th over Toronto. Toronto starter Dylan Cease dominated early, but Chicago's bullpen closed it out after the dramatic finish.

Dodgers’ Skubal Faces Thunderous Welcome in Wrigley Debut
sports21 days ago

Dodgers’ Skubal Faces Thunderous Welcome in Wrigley Debut

Tarik Skubal’s Dodgers debut at Wrigley Field drew a chorus of boos and taunts from Cubs fans, but he worked six innings and allowed two runs with six strikeouts in a 5-1 defeat. The hostile atmosphere highlighted the high-profile nature of his acquisition, while LA’s offense and bullpen struggled, leaving Skubal to navigate a playoff-like reception as he begins his Dodgers tenure.