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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...

A person arrives at the United Center for the opening day of the Big Ten Tournament on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: Sports thoughts on St. Patrick’s Day weekend, including a bloated Big Ten and Marquee’s ‘Chicago slang’

By Paul Sullivan

March 15, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Thoughts on a St. Patrick's Day weekend, including the NFL considering a "Thanksgiving Eve" game,...

Japan's Shohei Ohtani reacts after flyout during the ninth inning of a World Baseball Classic quarterfinal against Venezuela on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Miami. (Lynne Sladky/AP)

Venezuela ousts defending champion Japan to advance to WBC semifinals against unbeaten Italy

By Kristie Rieken

March 14, 2026 at 11:47 p.m.

Venezuela beat Shohei Ohtani and defending champion Japan 8-5 in the World Baseball Classic on...

Japan's Seiya Suzuki leaves the field with a trainer after being tagged out at second base during the second inning against Venezuela during a World Baseball Classic quarterfinal Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Miami. (Rich Storry/Getty)

Chicago Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki leaves Japan’s WBC quarterfinal after suffering an apparent knee injury

By Associated Press

March 14, 2026 at 9:14 p.m.

Chicago Cubs OF Seiya Suzuki left Japan's World Baseball Classic quarterfinal against Venezuela on Saturday...

Cubs pitcher Ben Brown participates in media day during spring training at Sloan Park on Feb. 17, 2026, in Mesa, Ariz. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Ben Brown, armed with a new sinker and fresh mentality, ready for any role with the Chicago Cubs

By Meghan Montemurro

March 14, 2026 at 6:50 p.m.

Chicago Cubs right-hander Ben Brown knows he needs more than his dominant fastball-curveball combination to...

U.S. pitcher Mason Miller reacts after sealing a 5-3 win against Canada in a World Baseball Classic quarterfinal at Daikin Park on March 13, 2026, in Houston. (Alex Slitz/Getty)

Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman help US beat Canada 5-3 to advance to World Baseball Classic semifinals

By Kristie Rieken

March 13, 2026 at 10:36 p.m.

Aaron Judge doubled and Pete Crow-Armstrong and Brice Turang each had two hits as the...

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

Chicago Cubs lefty Justin Steele faces hitters for 1st time since April elbow surgery: ‘Another box to check’

By Meghan Montemurro

March 13, 2026 at 4:49 p.m.

Facing hitters for the first time since undergoing elbow surgery in April, Chicago Cubs left-hander...

Cubs fans stand near the outfield while watching a spring training game against the White Sox at Sloan Park on Feb. 20, 2026 in Mesa, Ariz. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs change game times with triple-digit temperatures in Arizona forecast

By Meghan Montemurro

March 13, 2026 at 12:46 p.m.

Extreme temperatures are forcing changes to the Chicago Cubs' upcoming Cactus League schedule.

U.S. manager Mark DeRosa adjusts his cap before an exhibition game against the Rockies on March 4, 2026, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (Ross D. Franklin/AP)

Column: Team USA manager Mark DeRosa’s gaffe heard round the World Baseball Classic draws critics’ ire

By Paul Sullivan

March 13, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Mark DeRosa led a charmed life as a player and MLB Network morning show host....

Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera delivers against the Guardians in the first inning of a Cactus League game at Sloan Park on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, in Mesa, Ariz. (Chris Coduto/Getty)

Chicago Cubs notes: Edward Cabrera working on relationship with catchers — and Ryan Rolison among camp cuts

By Meghan Montemurro

March 13, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

For pitcher Edward Cabrera, whom the Chicago Cubs acquired in a January trade, part of...

Cubs starter Matthew Boyd delivers in a practice bullpen area at spring training on Feb. 18, 2026, at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs name Matthew Boyd — back with the team after WBC pool play — their opening-day starter

By Meghan Montemurro

March 12, 2026 at 5:23 p.m.

This will be Matthew Boyd's third career opening-day start after receiving the honor with the...