Chicago Cubs – Page 77

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 shortstop Dansby Swanson, left, and right fielder Seiya Suzuki sit in the dugout after losing to the Brewers in Game 5 of the NL Division Series on Oct. 11, 2025, at American Family Field in Milwaukee. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: A boom-or-bust season is over. Now the Chicago Cubs must reflect on what needs to change.

By Paul Sullivan

October 12, 2025 at 8:19 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs ended their season Saturday with a Game 5 loss to the Milwaukee...

Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson puts his hand on the back of center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong after a 3-1 loss to the Brewers in Game 5 of the NL Division Series on Oct. 11, 2025, at American Family Field in Milwaukee. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

‘Why couldn’t we get anything going?’ Chicago Cubs eliminated with 3-1 loss in Game 5 of the NLDS.

By Meghan Montemurro

October 12, 2025 at 7:18 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs, playing their fourth win-or-go-home game of the playoffs, lost to the Milwaukee...

Cubs designated hitter Kyle Tucker walks to the dugout after striking out in the sixth inning of Game 5 of the NL Division Series against the Brewers on Oct. 11, 2025, at American Family Field in Milwaukee. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Game 5 photos: Milwaukee Brewers 3, Chicago Cubs 1 in NL Division Series

By Chris Sweda

October 12, 2025 at 1:34 a.m.

Photos from the Chicago Cubs' 3-1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 5 of...

Injured Cubs pitcher Justin Steele has a laugh with a young fan while signing autographs before a game against the Brewers on Aug. 21, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

‘It’s everything I envisioned’: Rehabbing lefty Justin Steele finds joy in Chicago Cubs postseason run

By Meghan Montemurro

October 11, 2025 at 7:39 p.m.

For injured pitcher Justin Steele, being back around the Chicago Cubs to soak in the...

Cubs pitcher Drew Pomeranz heads to the clubhouse after a practice session at Wrigley Field on Sept. 29, 2025. (Terrence Antonio James/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs name starter for decisive Game 5 of NLDS vs. Milwaukee Brewers

By Meghan Montemurro

October 11, 2025 at 3:35 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs’ all-arms-available approach for Game 5 has them opting for an opener Saturday...

The Cubs stands for the national anthem before the start of Game 1 of the NL Division Series against the Brewers at American Family Field on Oct. 4, 2025, in Milwaukee. A deciding Game 5 of the series is Saturday. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

For Chicago Cubs, it’s all arms on deck for do-or-die Game 5: ‘We’re going to have everybody available’

By LaMond Pope

October 10, 2025 at 8:05 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs and Milwaukee Brewers head into a decisive Game 5 of the NLDS...

Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw hits an RBI single in the sixth inning of Game 4 of the NL Division Series against the Brewers on Oct. 9, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs Game 4 notes: Matt Shaw breaks out with 2 hits — including key RBI single to help extend series

By LaMond Pope

October 10, 2025 at 2:23 a.m.

Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw drove in a big insurance run in the sixth...

Cubs mascot Clark waves a "W" flag after a 6-0 win over the Brewers in Game 4 of the NLCS on Oct. 9, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Column: Chicago Cubs flip the script on the Brewers — and now it’s back to Milwaukee for a spot in the NLCS

By Paul Sullivan

October 10, 2025 at 1:37 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs head back to Milwaukee for a do-or-die Game 5 against the Brewers....

Cubs left fielder Ian Happ celebrates with teammates in the dugout after hitting a three-run home run in the first inning of Game 4 of the NL Division Series against the Brewers on Oct. 9, 2025, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Chicago Cubs force a deciding Game 5 behind Ian Happ’s 3-run home run: ‘We get to pack our bags’

By Meghan Montemurro

October 10, 2025 at 12:54 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs rode three home runs and dominant pitching to a 6-0 win over...

Cubs' Kyle Tucker celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the seventh inning of Game 4 of the NL Division Series against the Brewers at Wrigley Field on Oct. 9, 2025. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Game 4 photos: Chicago Cubs 6, Milwaukee Brewers 0 in NLDS at Wrigley Field

By Chris Sweda

October 10, 2025 at 12:00 a.m.

Photos from Game 4 of the Chicago Cubs' NL Division Series against the Milwaukee Brewers...