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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 reliever Jacob Webb reacts after securing a victory by shutting down the Diamondbacks in the ninth inning Friday, May 1, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs hang on for 6-5 win to open 7-game homestand — but Nico Hoerner exits early with neck tightness

By Andy Martinez

May 1, 2026 at 6:40 p.m.

The injury bug has ravaged the Chicago Cubs this season, but they appeared to dodge...

A call is overturned to a walk by the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System, displayed on the stadium screens during a Reds-Red Sox game March 28, 2026, in Cincinnati. (Carolyn Kaster/AP)

Walks and game times are up while pitches in strike zone are down through 1st full month of MLB’s robot umps

By Ronald Blum

May 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.

Walks are up 7.3% as pitches in the strike zone dropped markedly, and the average...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong signals the safe sign after advancing to second base on a single in the fourth inning against the Diamondbacks on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Photos: Chicago Cubs beat Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5 at Wrigley Field

By Chris Sweda

May 1, 2026 at 5:45 p.m.

Photos of the Chicago Cubs' 6-5 victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday, May 1,...

Cubs manager Craig Counsell stands in the dugout before a game against the Phillies on April 22, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago baseball report: Craig Counsell hits a milestone — and why Seranthony Domínguez loves big moments

By Meghan Montemurro

May 1, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell celebrated his 900th career win in the perfect Chicago way: with...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong celebrates after hitting a three-run home run against the Padres on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in San Diego. (Gregory Bull/AP)

Column: Emergence of Pete Crow-Armstrong’s power game bodes well for Chicago Cubs’ staying power

By Paul Sullivan

May 1, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Pete Crow-Armstrong's power has emerged for the Chicago Cubs, while Justin Steele needs a group...

Chicago Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong watches his RBI groundout during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the San Diego Padres Wednesday, April 29, 2026, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Pete Crow-Armstrong homers and drives in 3 runs to lead Chicago Cubs to a 5-4 win over the San Diego Padres

By Richard J. Marcus

April 29, 2026 at 6:43 p.m.

Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his third home run of the season and drove in three runs...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, right, celebrates with teammate third baseman Alex Bregman after the 8-3 win over the Padres on April 28, 2026, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Big hits from Alex Bregman and ‘locked in’ Pete Crow-Armstrong help Chicago Cubs snap 3-game skid

By Meghan Montemurro

April 29, 2026 at 7:25 a.m.

Pete Crow-Armstrong capitalized on a pitch left over the plate and slugged a three-run homer...

Cubs fans celebrate as Phillies outfielder Brandon Marsh strikes out in the ninth inning April 23, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Column: A Bill of Rights for baseball fans to restore civility and common sense at the ballpark

By Paul Sullivan

April 29, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Baseball could use a Bill of Rights to restore fan civility and force teams to...

Cubs manager Lee Elia reflects on the day’s events after an evening news conference in Cubs general manager Dallas Green’s office apologizing for his outburst in which he criticized the team’s fans. (Chuck Berman/baiduhai)

Today in Chicago History: Cubs manager Lee Elia delivers epic, expletive-laden rant

By Kori Rumore

April 29, 2026 at 4:00 a.m.

Here's a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 29, according...

Pitcher Justin Steele poses for a portrait during spring training at Sloan Park on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, in Mesa, Ariz. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Justin Steele’s injury setback means the Chicago Cubs lefty is likely out until after the All-Star break

By Meghan Montemurro

April 28, 2026 at 9:43 p.m.

A setback during the build-up process has significantly pushed Chicago Cubs left-hander Justin Steele's original...