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Cubs left fielder Ian Happ walks off the field after striking out against the Padres in the ninth inning in Game 2 of their wild-card series Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, in San Diego. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

‘He’s the Chicago Cubs’: Ian Happ — team’s longest-tenured player — faces uncertain future after playoff exit

By Meghan Montemurro

October 1, 2026 at 3:16 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs' early exit from the playoffs brought a harsh reality in the postgame...

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...

Cubs designated hitter Matt Shaw pops up a bunt for an out in the 10th inning against the Marlins on Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs try to plot the rotation after 12-inning loss — and lefty Justin Steele could return this weekend

By Meghan Montemurro

September 23, 2026 at 12:35 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs had a fantastic opportunity to clinch a playoff spot Tuesday night against...

Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera wipes off sweat as he heads to the dugout after throwing in the 12th inning against the Marlins at Wrigley Field on Sept. 22, 2026, in Chicago. Cabrera gave up four runs in the inning. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Photos: Miami Marlins 8, Chicago Cubs 2 (12)

By John J. Kim

September 22, 2026 at 11:47 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' 8-2 loss to the Miami Marlins in 12 innings at Wrigley...

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams (18) reacts after suffering an injury in the fourth quarter of a game against the Minnesota Vikings at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sept. 20, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: Cubs star Alex Bregman proves his toughness, while Bears QB Caleb Williams shouldn’t have to defend his

By Paul Sullivan

September 22, 2026 at 10:53 p.m.

What's in a word? Alex Bregman's potential return from facial fractures show his toughness, while...

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman watches the fourth inning against the Marlins from the dugout at Wrigley Field on Sept. 22, 2026, in Chicago. He was injured in the face by a foul ball on Sept. 20. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs 3B Alex Bregman won’t go on the injured list despite multiple facial fractures

By Meghan Montemurro

September 22, 2026 at 11:03 p.m.

Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman is not ruled out for the regular season, but...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong, center, stands beside assistant hitting coach John Mallee, left, in the Cubs dugout during a game against the Brewers on Sept. 3, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

‘That’s my baseball dad’: The Chicago Cubs coach who helped Pete Crow-Armstrong become an MVP-caliber hitter

By Meghan Montemurro

September 22, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Chicago Cubs assistant hitting coach John Mallee has had a front-row seat to Pete Crow-Armstrong's...

Chicago Cubs' Daniel Palencia reacts after getting a strikeout during the ninth inning of a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Melissa Tamez)

Chicago Cubs: Daniel Palencia could again be a postseason game-changer following his best outing since the IL

By Meghan Montemurro

September 23, 2026 at 5:38 p.m.

Chicago Cubs reliever Daniel Palencia tossed two perfect innings and struck out three of the...

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman celebrates after hitting and RBI single in the first inning against the Reds on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026, in Cincinnati. Bregman left the game in the fourth ining after taking a foul ball off his face. (Kareem Elgazzar/AP)

Alex Bregman sent to hospital after foul ball to face in Chicago Cubs win that puts them on cusp of playoffs

By Meghan Montemurro

September 20, 2026 at 5:27 p.m.

A blowout win to put the Chicago Cubs on the verge of clinching a playoff...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run in the third inning against the Braves on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Column: It’s only fitting the tumultuous Cubs and White Sox seasons are coming down to the final week

By Paul Sullivan

September 20, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Random thoughts on the state of sports, from the Cubs and White Sox playoff races...

Cubs starter Matthew Boyd follows through on a delivery against the Reds in the second inning Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, in Cincinnati. (Kareem Elgazzar/AP)

Matthew Boyd snaps 6-start winless streak to help Chicago Cubs close in on playoff berth with 5-2 victory

By Gary Schatz

September 19, 2026 at 11:40 p.m.

Matthew Boyd ended a six-start winless streak, and the Chicago Cubs moved closer to a...

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong waits for a pitch against the Braves on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

After his franchise mark falls, Billy Williams salutes PCA’s evolution during historic Chicago Cubs season

By Meghan Montemurro

September 19, 2026 at 9:28 p.m.

It took 56 years, but Pete Crow-Armstrong broke Billy Williams' Cubs record for home runs...