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Rafael Devers hits a home run against the Yankees in his final game as with the Red Sox | Eric Canha-Imagn Images The Red Sox traded their best hitter to San Francisco on Sunday. It was the type of stunning trade that only the Red Sox have had a penchant for in recent years. Develop a franchise player, sign them to a massive deal, things turn slightly south and trade … [Read more...] about The Short Porch is wondering if the Cubs would have been interested in Rafael Devers

Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images The Phase 1 voting will continue until June 26. Major League Baseball’s All-Star balloting began recently and two Cubs outfielders could get starting spots. In voting results released Monday, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Kyle Tucker were the two leaders among outfielders: PCA is also third among all NL vote-getters behind Shohei Ohtani … [Read more...] about Pete Crow-Armstrong, Kyle Tucker lead NL outfield All-Star balloting

Sam Navarro-Imagn Images The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks which minor league prospect should be the last one the Cubs part with. It’s another week here at BCB After Dark: the coolest club for night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Please come on in out of the heat. We’ve got the best music and the best companionship. There’s no … [Read more...] about BCB After Dark: The untouchables

David Banks-Imagn Images The offense stays stalled, but pitching carries the Cubs to a 2-1 win. Yet again, the Cubs offense struggled. For the first time this year, this team is not really rising to challenges. They are struggling day after day. But, they won again Saturday. One can simultaneously accept the win and that they did just enough while also recognizing that … [Read more...] about 2025 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 71

David Banks-Imagn Images The Cubs go for the series win. Sunday notes... THE CLOSE ONES: The Cubs played 13 games decided by one run among their first 65 — one of every five. They have played four in their last six, including each of the last three. The Cubs are 11-6 in one-run games. (Courtesy BCB’s JohnW53) HAPPY FATHER’S DAY: The Cubs have a 60-71-1 record and … [Read more...] about Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates preview, Sunday 6/15, 1:20 CT