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Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson strikes out against the Padres in the third inning in Game 2 of their wild-card series Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, in San Diego. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Where do the Chicago Cubs go after falling short in the playoffs again? ‘We let it slip away.’

By Meghan Montemurro

October 4, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

After the Chicago Cubs fall short in the playoffs, those within the organization must diagnose...

Cubs President Jed Hoyer, from left, general manager Carter Hawkins and manager Craig Counsell watch players works out before facing the Padres in a wild-card series Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, in San Diego. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

3 Chicago Cubs takeaways from Jed Hoyer’s end-of-season news conference, including his ‘poor job’ building pen

By Meghan Montemurro

October 2, 2026 at 5:57 p.m.

Chicago Cubs President Jed Hoyer on Friday took responsibility for the bullpen's shortcomings and addressed...

White Sox pitcher Erick Fedde, right, is congratulated by teammates after a 7-3 win over the Astros in Game 2 of the wild-card series on Sept. 30, 2026, in Houston. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Column: One city, two teams and plenty of emotions after White Sox and Cubs split wild-card series

By Paul Sullivan

October 1, 2026 at 5:09 p.m.

The White Sox move on in the postseason while the Cubs come home to lick...

Cardinals left fielder Joshua Báez signals the No. 3 after hitting three home runs in the first three at-bats of his major-league debut against the Cubs on Aug. 15, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Photos: St. Louis Cardinals 8, Chicago Cubs 4

By Chris Sweda

August 15, 2026 at 5:42 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' 8-4 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Aug. 15,...

Cubs starter Clay Holmes (25) high-fives teammates in the dugout after being removed in the seventh inning against the Cardinals on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Michael Reaves/Getty)

Arm and hammer: Clay Holmes’ stellar start in home debut and Seiya Suzuki’s 3-run HR fuel Chicago Cubs’ 3-0 win

By Andy Martinez

August 14, 2026 at 6:41 p.m.

Clay Holmes tossed 6 2/3 scoreless innings and Seiya Suzuki hit a three-run home run,...

Outfielders Ian Happ, from left, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Tyrone Taylor celebrate after the Cubs beat the Cardinals 3-0 on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Michael Reaves/Getty)

Column: Arrival of dog days brings out the best in Chicago Cubs, who blank rivals amid the Wrigley Field buzz

By Paul Sullivan

August 14, 2026 at 5:44 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs enter the dog days in a very good place, with a 72-51...

Brewers pitcher Shelby Miller delivers against the Mets on Aug. 9, 2025, in Milwaukee. (Aaron Gash/AP)

Chicago baseball report: Cubs pen could get a shot in the arm, while Brenton Doyle fits in well with White Sox

By Meghan Montemurro

August 14, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Cubs took care of business on the road, while the White Sox head to...

Hall of Fame players emerge from the corn before the Field of Dreams game between the Phillies and Twins on Aug. 13, 2026, in Dyersville, Iowa. (Tyler Clouse/Getty)

26 Hall of Famers emerge from the corn before Field of Dreams game on nostalgic night in Iowa

By Dave Campbell

August 13, 2026 at 9:44 p.m.

The pregame pomp before the Field of Dreams game on Thursday featured 26 members of...

Cubs starter Kevin Gausman tosses the ball as he awaits a mound visit in the fifth inning against the Nationals on Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, in Washington. (Nick Wass/AP)

Splitter’s the difference: Why Chicago Cubs starter Kevin Gausman started using a much bigger mitt

By Meghan Montemurro

August 13, 2026 at 7:19 p.m.

Chicago Cubs starter Kevin Gausman uses a 13-inch mitt. Some major-league first basemen don't even...

Cubs designated hitter Alex Bregman is greeted by third-base coach Quintin Berry after hitting a two-run home run in the sixth inning against the Nationals on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026, in Washington. (John McDonnell/AP)

Alex Bregman’s career night — 3 HRs and 7 RBIs — leads Chicago Cubs to 12-6 rout for their 8th win in 9 games

By Meghan Montemurro

August 12, 2026 at 11:12 p.m.

Alex Bregman set career highs with three home runs and seven RBIs on Wednesday in...

Cubs starter Edward Cabrera walks to the dugout after the top of the first inning against the Rockies on June 16, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs to decide soon whether Edward Cabrera will come off the IL or make another rehab start

By Meghan Montemurro

August 12, 2026 at 6:01 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs have a looming decision on what to do with Edward Cabrera and...

Nationals starter Jackson Kent reacts after recording his first strikeout against the Cubs in the first inning of his major-league debut Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2026 in Washington. (Scott Taetsch/Getty)

Jackson Kent, a Lake Park grad from Hanover Park, tosses 4-plus innings vs. Chicago Cubs in MLB debut

By Patrick Stevens

August 12, 2026 at 8:20 p.m.

Washington Nationals pitcher Jackson Kent, a Lake Park High School grad from Hanover Park, made...

Cubs players greet each other after a victory against the Nationals on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)

Chicago Cubs move 20 games above .500 for 1st time this season with 8-6 win on the road

By Meghan Montemurro

August 11, 2026 at 10:55 p.m.

Alex Bregman's first two plate appearances Tuesday night represented how tough the Chicago Cubs made...