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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...

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner celebrates after completing a double play to end the game in victory against the New York Mets at Wrigley Field in Chicago on April 17, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: Like the Wrigley Field ivy, Chicago Cubs star Nico Hoerner continues to blossom

By Paul Sullivan

April 17, 2026 at 7:13 p.m.

The ivy is starting to bloom on the outfield wall of Wrigley Field, igniting dreams...

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner (2) begins his throw to first base to complete a game-ending double play as he forces out New York Mets left fielder Tyrone Taylor (28) at second base in the ninth inning at Wrigley Field in Chicago on April 17, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Photos: Chicago Cubs 12, New York Mets 4

By Chris Sweda

April 17, 2026 at 6:27 p.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' 12-4 win on April 17, 2026, against the New York...

Cubs closer Daniel Palencia pitches in the ninth inning against the Pirates at Wrigley Field on April 12, 2026. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Closer Daniel Palencia heads to IL with an oblique strain as Chicago Cubs’ injuries mount

By Paul Sullivan

April 17, 2026 at 1:27 p.m.

Chicago Cubs clsoer Daniel Palencia headed to the 15-day disabled list with a left oblique...

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman takes batting practice before facing the Nationals on March 26, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Brian Cassella/baiduhai)

Chicago baseball report: Cubs’ Alex Bregman unfazed by slow start — and Sox’s Munetaka Murakami keeps grinding

By Meghan Montemurro

April 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Cubs return to Wrigley Field to face the reeling New York Mets, losers of...

Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner slides home safely on an error against the Phillies during the third inning Wednesday, April 15, 2026, in Philadelphia. (Matt Rourke/AP)

3 takeaways from the Chicago Cubs’ series win, including Nico Hoerner raking and Shota Imanaga dealing

By Meghan Montemurro

April 16, 2026 at 12:11 a.m.

Nico Hoerner had a career-high five RBIs in Wednesday's 11-2 rout of the Philadelphia Phillies,...

Cubs reliever Porter Hodge delivers against the Rays on Sept. 12, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs reliever Porter Hodge to undergo season-ending UCL surgery, another injury blow to pitching staff

By Meghan Montemurro

April 15, 2026 at 7:24 p.m.

Chicago Cubs reliever Porter Hodge will undergo season-ending ulnar collateral ligament surgery Monday. They have...

Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner hits a two-run single during the sixth inning against the Phillies on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Chicago Cubs, led by hot-hitting Nico Hoerner, cash in during a 10-4 win against Philadelphia Phillies

By Meghan Montemurro

April 15, 2026 at 12:11 a.m.

Any time Nico Hoerner comes to the plate with runners in scoring position, the Chicago...

Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Ethan Roberts delivers to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the eighth inning of a game at Wrigley Field in Chicago on April 10, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs reliever Ethan Roberts goes on the IL after a freak workout accident: ‘It’s bad timing’

By Meghan Montemurro

April 14, 2026 at 6:24 p.m.

With Ethan Roberts on the injured list, Ryan Rolison and Luke Little — the Chicago...

The Cubs' Javier Assad pitches during the first inning against the Phillies on Monday, April 13, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Chicago Cubs starter Javier Assad roughed up in 13-7 loss: ‘It was just a bad day. Move forward.’

By Meghan Montemurro

April 13, 2026 at 11:52 p.m.

The Philadelphia Phillies tagged Chicago Cubs starter Javier Assad for nine runs and 11 hits...

Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd throws a pitch during the sixth inning of a game against the Los Angeles Angels at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. (Josh Boland/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs’ Matthew Boyd on track for rehab outing, while reliever Phil Maton is coming off a slow weekend

By Meghan Montemurro

April 13, 2026 at 7:09 p.m.

Matthew Boyd threw a bullpen Sunday and is on track to make a rehab start...