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    Evan AltmanMay 7, 2026

    Cubs Acquire RHP Tyler Ferguson from A’s for Cash

    The Cubs made yet another pitching acquisition on Thursday, acquiring righty Tyler Ferguson from the Athletics in exchange for cash…

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    Sean HollandMay 7, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (5/7/26): Cubs 8, Reds 3 – Sweep Completes Perfect Homestand

    The Cubs did not mess around with late game heroics against the Reds on Thursday afternoon, thrilling the Wrigley faithful…

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    Jon FerliseMay 7, 2026

    Michael Conforto Goes Yard to Give Cubs an Early Lead (Video)

    Michael Conforto just launched his second home run of the season for the Chicago Cubs. This was a no-doubter the…

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    Michael CanterMay 7, 2026

    The Rundown: Cubs Running Gamut of Walk-Off Possibilities, PCA & Thornton Latest Heroes, Baseball Ratings Way Up

    “I’ll give you hell if you want some, you won’t take nothing of mine. ‘Cause I’m the muscle to beat…

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    Evan AltmanMay 7, 2026

    Positive Update on Jaxon Wiggins, Not So Much on Kyle Wright

    Top Cubs prospect Jaxon Wiggins was looking like a possibility to debut later this season, but he hasn’t pitched since…

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    Evan AltmanMay 7, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Lineup (5/7/26): Conforto in RF, Amaya Catching, Imanaga Starting

    The Cubs have now won 14 in a row at home, the last three of which have all come via…

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    Evan AltmanMay 7, 2026

    Cubs Recall Gavin Hollowell, DFA Corbin Martin

    Righty reliever Corbin Martin had not looked particularly sharp prior to Wednesday’s outing, and it felt like only a matter…

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    Evan AltmanMay 7, 2026

    Matthew Boyd Underwent Partial Meniscectomy, Cubs Hoping for June Return

    Matthew Boyd underwent a successful partial meniscectomy on Thursday to repair an injury suffered while playing with his kids a…

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    Evan AltmanMay 7, 2026

    Man, What Do You Even Say About This Cubs Run Anymore?

    The Cubs have already lost players to elbow and knee surgeries, but they’d better not see any doctors about removing…

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    Sean HollandMay 7, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (5/6/26): Cubs 7, Reds 6 F/10 – Third Consecutive Walk Off Wins Series

    The Cubs bullpen issues seemingly caught up to them Wednesday night when they blew a 9th inning lead to the…

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    Evan AltmanMay 6, 2026

    Matthew Boyd to Undergo Knee Surgery, Return Timeline TBD

    You can’t blame this one on the trainers. Matthew Boyd suffered an injury while playing with his kids on Wednesday…

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    Evan AltmanMay 6, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Lineup (5/6/26): Hoerner Leads Off, Mo Baller DH, Rea Starting

    It’s gotten to the point where the numbers from this Cubs run are ridiculous. They’ve won 13 straight home games…

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    Michael CanterMay 6, 2026

    The Rundown: Cubs Extend Home Streak, Hoyer Positioned for Big Deadline Moves, Happy Kid K Day

    “Nothing will stop you and nothing will stand in your way.” – Heaven by The Rolling Stones I love the…

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    Evan AltmanMay 6, 2026

    Winning Is Fun, Which Means Cubs Baseball Is Very Fun Right Now

    When it comes to Cubs baseball, there used to be a planet-sized weight strapped to the franchise’s ankle that grew…

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    Sean HollandMay 5, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (5/5/26): Cubs 3, Reds 2 F/10 – Busch Heroics Lead to W

    The Cubs pulled off a second consecutive dramatic victory over the Reds at Wrigley Field Tuesday night. They required extra…

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    Evan AltmanMay 5, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Lineup (5/5/26): Bregman DH, Shaw at 3B, Taillon Tossing

    The Cubs come into tonight’s game winners of 12 straight, with four of those wins coming via walk-off. That was…

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