Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images It was not pretty, but the Cubs took care of business with a 3-2 win. Had these last 13 games occurred in a different order, say reversed, I’m not sure that the Cubs wouldn’t have lost seven or even more. The Cubs didn’t play great during this stretch. To be clear, they didn’t play badly either. I’ve got the score over 13 games at … [Read more...] about 2025 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 72
Three up, three down: An update on the Cubs, June 16 edition
David Banks-Imagn Images The Cubs had an okay week and remained solidly in first place in the NL Central. The Cubs were 4-3 over the week ending Sunday, losing two of three in Philadelphia and winning three of four against the Pirates at Wrigley Field. Two of the three losses were in extra innings and with a bit of luck, one or both of those games could have gone into … [Read more...] about Three up, three down: An update on the Cubs, June 16 edition
The Short Porch is wondering if the Cubs would have been interested in Rafael Devers
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
Pete Crow-Armstrong, Kyle Tucker lead NL outfield All-Star balloting
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
BCB After Dark: The untouchables
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