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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...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) and shortstop Dansby Swanson celebrate after scoring against the Reds in the fourth inning Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

3 numbers that stand out in the Chicago Cubs’ 9-game winning streak: ‘It’s pretty special’

By Meghan Montemurro

May 8, 2026 at 11:26 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs' torrid stretch has them tied for the best record (26-12) in Major...

Cubs manager Craig Counsell talks with reporters before a game against the Reds at Wrigley Field on May 6, 2026, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago baseball report: Cubs adjusting arms on the fly — and White Sox prospect Hagen Smith making strides

By Meghan Montemurro

May 8, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs already are used to the challenges of a pitching staff that has...

Cubs right fielder Michael Conforto high-fives teammates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run against the Reds in the second inning Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs complete sweep for 9th straight win overall and 15th in a row at ‘electric’ Wrigley Field

By Andy Martinez

May 7, 2026 at 6:50 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs had a flair for the dramatic in the first three games against...

Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd reacts after being pulled from the game against the Nationals in the fourth inning March 26, 2026, on opening day at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Column: Matthew Boyd’s freakish injury brings back old myths about Cubbie Occurrences

By Paul Sullivan

May 7, 2026 at 6:08 p.m.

Matthew Boyd's knee injury suffered while playing with his kids is bad luck, but is...

Cubs starter Shota Imanaga, left, and catcher Miguel Amaya (9) celebrate after getting out of a bases-loaded jam in the sixth inning against the Reds on May 7, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

Photos: Chicago Cubs 8, Cincinnati Reds 3

By Terrence Antonio James

May 7, 2026 at 6:06 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' 8-3 win against the Cincinnati Reds on May 7, 2026,...

Cubs first baseman Michael Busch, left, gets sprayed with a water bottle after drawing a bases-loaded walk for a 7-6 win over the Reds in 10 innings at Wrigley Field on May 6, 2026, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs continue to defy the odds with a 3rd straight walk-off win — and 14th straight at home

By Andy Martinez

May 7, 2026 at 12:00 a.m.

“You feel like you’ve seen a lot of baseball games in your life, and then...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong celebrates while rounding the bases after hitting a two-run home run to tie the game 6-6 in the ninth inning against the Reds at Wrigley Field on May 6, 2026, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Photos: Chicago Cubs 7, Cincinnati Reds 6 (10 inn.)

By John J. Kim

May 7, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' 7-6 walk-off win in 10 innings over the Cincinnati Reds...

Cubs starter Matthew Boyd delivers against the Diamondbacks on May 3, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Matthew Boyd to undergo surgery for torn meniscus, another blow to injury-riddled Chicago Cubs pitching staff

By Paul Sullivan

May 6, 2026 at 7:46 p.m.

Chicago Cubs right-hander Matthew Boyd suffered a knee injury at his home Wednesday morning and...

Chicago Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood, center, hugs catcher Sandy Martinez as first baseman Mark Grace runs in to celebrate after the Cubs beat the Houston Astros 2-0 on May 6, 1998. With 20 strikeouts in the game, Wood tied Major League Baseball's strikeout record. (Heather Stone/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Cubs rookie Kerry Wood records 20 strikeouts to tie MLB record

By Kori Rumore

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

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on May 6, according...

Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch (29) drives in the winning run on a single in the tenth inning of a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field in Chicago on May 5, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

‘A real feeling and belief right now’: Chicago Cubs’ 5th walk-off win has them playing with confidence

By Andy Martinez

May 6, 2026 at 12:40 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs are 17-3 in their last 20 games, and they are 16-5 at...