Chicago Cubs News & Breaking Stories

Mets pitcher Edwin Díaz ejected for "sticky stuff" with 10-game suspension. MLB enforcing grip-enhancing substance rules. Díaz maintains innocence.

Ryne Sandberg's grandkids unveil his statue at Wrigley Field, honoring his defense, Gold Gloves, and iconic '80s style. Emotional ceremony.

Taijuan Walker struggles in Phillies' loss to Diamondbacks, overshadowing Cole Hamels' retirement ceremony. Offense falls short, losing third straight home game.

San Francisco Giants honor Willie Mays with No. 24 patches, but struggle to fill his shoes on the field. Fans pay tribute.

Jurickson Profar aims to continue his hot streak against the Atlanta Braves. Get player prop bets and game info below!

Chicago Cubs face Pittsburgh Pirates in a high-stakes game as they battle for the top spot in the NL Central.

Harry Caray's grandson Chip and Jack Buck's son Joe to broadcast Cardinals game together, reviving family lineage in baseball broadcasting.

Pirates rookie pitcher Paul Skenes dazzles in debut, Cubs set franchise record for bases-loaded walks in wild 10-9 loss.

Rookie Paul Skenes impresses in MLB debut against Cubs with blistering fastball, devastating slider, and generational pitching prospect potential.

Top pitching prospect Paul Skenes made a strong MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates, showcasing his impressive fastball and breaking pitches.

Pittsburgh Pirates call up pitching phenom Paul Skenes to join young, promising rotation. Debut set for May 11 against Cubs.

Former Cubs catcher Willson Contreras breaks left forearm during game, needs surgery, will miss at least six weeks. #MLB #Injury

MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson's 77th anniversary. Dodgers and Nationals gather at Dodger Stadium to honor his legacy. No. 42 retired league-wide.

Guardians star Shane Bieber undergoes Tommy John surgery, out for 2024 and half of 2025 season. Replacement pitcher named.

Los Angeles Dodgers vs. Chicago Cubs prediction, pick, and how-to-watch. Dodgers offense strong, Cubs offense improving. Dodgers favored to win.

Cody Bellinger signs a $80 million contract with the Cubs, with opt-out possibilities after the first two years.

Chicago Cubs defeat Chicago White Sox 8-1 in spring training opener. Christopher Morel and Joe Hudson shine with RBIs.

Jorge Soler has agreed to a $42 million deal with the San Francisco Giants, providing the team with a powerful slugger.

Patrick Mahomes Sr. arrested for DWI. 3rd time. $10,000 bond. Arrested during son's Super Bowl. Previous arrest during son's game.

Theo Epstein joins Fenway Sports Group as part owner and advisor, stepping down from MLB role. Wife Marie Whitney is also notable.

Baseball Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg announced he is battling prostate cancer, asking for thoughts and prayers during his treatment.

Buffalo Bills put up a fight, but lost to the Bengals. Despite a history of losses, there's hope for a championship.

New York Mets pitcher Marcus Stroman changed his tune about the New York Yankees, signing a $37 million contract with them.

Join the virtual New Year's Eve party at BCB After Dark with a selection of music and a Cubs baseball question.

Baltimore Orioles sign reliever Craig Kimbrel for $13 million, including bonuses and a club option for 2025, to replace Félix Bautista.

The MLB Winter Meetings in Nashville signal the final stretch of the Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes as the most-coveted free agent nears a signing.

Chicago Cubs make surprising managerial moves, hiring Craig Counsell and firing David Ross. Counsell signs record-breaking deal worth over $40 million.

The New York Mets have hired Carlos Mendoza as their manager, replacing Buck Showalter. Mendoza, a former Yankees bench coach, takes over a struggling Mets team.

MLB managerial hiring frenzy as Cubs hire Craig Counsell, Mets hire Carlos Mendoza, and Guardians hire Stephen Vogt.

The Chicago Cubs are a sleeper pick to sign star two-way player Shohei Ohtani, while the Dodgers are the front-runners for the Angels star.

Iowa football program faces drama with the departure of offensive coordinator Brian Ferentz, but it's game time at Wrigley Field against Northwestern.

The Texas Rangers won their first World Series, leaving only five teams in the MLB without a championship.

The Texas Rangers defeat the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the World Series with a walkoff home run in the 11th inning.

The Boston Red Sox have hired former pitcher Craig Breslow to run their baseball operations department. Breslow, a Yale graduate, will aim to revive the team's performance and emulate the success of Theo Epstein, who led the Red Sox to win the World Series in 2004 and 2007.

Former MLB pitcher Danny Serafini arrested for murder and attempted murder of his in-laws in a 2021 shooting.

The Arizona Diamondbacks are on the verge of their first National League Championship Series appearance since 2007 after dominating the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. The team has been motivated, connected, and hungry, setting records along the way.

Defending champion Houston, Miami Marlins, and Texas Rangers clinched MLB playoff berths, while Arizona and Toronto also secured spots.

Terry Francona, the Cleveland Guardians' manager, bid farewell in his final home game with a 4-3 victory against the Cincinnati Reds.

Mets owner apologizes to Marlins for postponed game due to field conditions caused by Tropical Storm Ophelia.

Adam Wainwright of the St. Louis Cardinals reached his 200th win in a vintage performance against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Former Philadelphia Phillies manager Charlie Manuel suffered a stroke during a medical procedure in Florida. Prayers for his recovery.

The Cincinnati Reds have claimed Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe, adding salary and boosting morale for the team.

The Los Angeles Angels are placing several players on waivers in an effort to lessen their financial burden after a failed trade deadline.

The Yankees' decision to trade for Josh Donaldson based on his exit velocity and age backfired as he became their third-worst hitter ever.

Billionaire sports franchise owner Josh Harris makes MLB debut with a joint venture between the Washington Commanders and the Washington Nationals.

Former Toronto Blue Jays player Jose Bautista will be enshrined on the club's Level of Excellence after 10 successful years with the team.

Philadelphia Phillies legend Cole Hamels, who won a World Series and was named NLCS MVP and World Series MVP in 2008, has retired.

Astros vs. Yankees prediction: The Houston Astros are favored to win against the struggling New York Yankees. #MLB #AstrosvsYankees

The Chicago Cubs acquire infielder Jeimer Candelario from the Washington Nationals ahead of the trade deadline, boosting team morale.

The New York Yankees are facing the reality that they are below average without Gerrit Cole and Aaron Judge, and their record in the AL East is disappointing. They need to focus on building for the future rather than making questionable trades.