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The Chicago Cubs are off to a phenomenal start to the 2025 season, currently holding an NL Central-leading 12-9 record entering Friday's action. Much of this success has been due to their new-look offense which has been among the MLB's best.

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Carson Kelly responds to Cubs fans earnest gesture

Chicago Cubs catcher Carson Kelly had a monster game on Friday against the Arizona Diamondbacks. In fact, he has exceeded all expectations so far this year while splitting duties with Miguel Amaya behind home plate.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 19

Chicago Cubs Destroy Arizona Diamondbacks on Social Media After Historic Comeback

Friday's game between the Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks was one of the craziest games in MLB history. The game was relatively quiet for much of the afternoon at Wrigley Field, as the Cubs carried a 2-1 lead into the late innings.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 19

Cubs Trade Idea Sends Twins' Flamethrower to Support Chicago's Bullpen

The Chicago Cubs may consider upgrading their bullpen to make a deep run in the 2025 postseason. Chicago's bullpen allowed eight earned runs in 2.2 innings against the San Diego Padres in the 10-4 loss on Monday.

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The 'Most recent MVP for each MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the last players from every MLB franchise to win an MVP Award can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple 50 home run seasons' quiz

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Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 19

D-backs attempt to shake off shootout loss to Cubs

Two of the best offensive teams in the majors put on a show in windy Chicago on Friday. The Chicago Cubs lost a six-run lead in the eighth inning but recovered for a 13-11 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in the opener of a three-game series.

Chicago Cubs News / The Forkball / April 19

Cubs Overpower D-backs in Grandiose Showdown

The Chicago Cubs overcame the onslaught of the powerful Arizona Diamondbacks in what would be one of the wildest, rollercoaster-style tussles this side of Sluggers.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / April 18

Cubs pull off one of the wildest comebacks in MLB history

The Chicago Cubs were dead and buried Friday, but somehow found a way to dig themselves out of their grave at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Ill. The Cubs led the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 after seven innings.

Diamondbacks' Corbin Burnes has best start of season vs. Cubs

Cubs front office facing 'win or get fired' pressure, says former exec

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The 'Most recent cycle by MLB team' quiz

Craig Counsell News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Craig Counsell Sends Strong Message After Historic Cubs-Diamondbacks Game

One of the craziest games in the 2025 MLB season thus far took place at Wrigley Field in Chicago on Friday. The Chicago Cubs appeared as though they were on their way to securing an easy victory over the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks, with the home team taking a comfortable six-run lead into the eighth inning.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18

Cubs pick up unique win not seen in 113 years in wild game vs. Diamondbacks

The Chicago Cubs and Arizona Diamondbacks delivered one of the games of the MLB season so far that excited baseball fans everywhere. Eventually, the Cubs came out on top thanks to home runs from Carson Kelly, new addition Kyle Tucker and Seiya Suzuki.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 18

Potential Kyle Tucker-Cubs contract extension talks dealt harsh reality

The Chicago Cubs made a bold move when they traded for Kyle Tucker in mid-December. The Cubs needed a big bat in the middle of their lineup and Tucker has filled the bill in an impressive manner.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 18

Chicago Cubs Pull Off Incredible Feat Not Seen in Over a Century

The Chicago Cubs defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks, 13-11, on Friday at Wrigley Field — and that’s underselling what happened. Yes, it was a slugfest. But it was how the game developed that made history in two unique ways.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 18

Chicago Cubs’ top two offensive forces propel them to victory over the Diamondbacks

The Chicago Cubs are still going through their grueling schedule, as they opened up a three-game series against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday. The Diamondbacks came into Chicago as one of the hotter teams in the National League and were riding a five-game winning streak before the Cubs handed them a 13-11 loss.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 18

Carson Kelly helps Cubs outlast Diamondbacks in showdown

Carson Kelly had two homers, Kyle Tucker, Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki also homered, and the host Chicago Cubs blew a six-run lead against the Arizona Diamondbacks before recovering for an 13-11 victory Friday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / April 18

3 Crazy Thoughts After the Cubs' Roller Coaster Victory

I honestly don't know where to begin. How about with the fact that the Cubs just won a baseball game despite surrendering 10 runs in the eighth inning?

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 18

Chicago Cubs Bring Back Recently Released Right-Handed Pitcher

Last week, the Chicago Cubs made a trade with the San Diego Padres, acquiring relief pitcher Tom Cosgrove. To make room for their newest acquisition on the roster, the team had to make a corresponding move.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 18

Diamondbacks' Corbin Burnes has best start of season vs. Cubs

It may not have been a masterpiece of a start, but Corbin Burnes showed enough on Friday to give Arizona Diamondbacks fans a reminder of what kind of pitching he can bring to a team looking to keep pace in the ultra-deep National League West.

Diamondbacks capitalize on basepaths, sweep Marlins

Cubs ace Justin Steele undergoes surgery, shares hospital photo

20 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2025

The 'Last Cy Young winner for every MLB team' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 18

Chicago Cubs ace breaks silence, delivers heartfelt vow to fans

The Chicago Cubs and their fans had a collective bittersweet moment Friday morning as they read through their early baseball news. Cubs ace Justin Steele took to social media to address the fans as he prepared himself for elbow surgery.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 18

Cubs ace Justin Steele undergoes surgery, shares hospital photo

Chicago Cubs ace left-hander Justin Steele underwent elbow surgery on Friday, he announced on social media. Post-surgery, he posted a smiling photo on X from his hospital bed, his arm heavily wrapped and resting on a pillow.

Jordan Wicks News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 18

Chicago Cubs Recall Intriguing Starter Ahead of Arizona Diamondbacks Series

Jordan Wicks is officially back with the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs made a roster move prior to Friday afternoon's series opener against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field, promoting Wicks from Triple-A Iowa.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 18

Chicago Cubs add and subtract two players before the Diamondbacks series

The Chicago Cubs received a devastating blow to their starting rotation as news came out that one of their top left-handers, Justin Steele will miss the rest of the season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / April 18

Cubs' Kyle Tucker Extension Timeline Receives Big Update

The Chicago Cubs are off to an impressive start in 2025, which is highlighted by a 12-9 record, a plus 36 run differential and are currently sitting in first place in the NL Central.

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / April 18

Former MLB Executive Says That Chicago Cubs Star is Headed for $500-600 Million Payday

According to former MLB executive Jim Bowden, the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. $500 million contract is a "disaster" for MLB teams when it comes to negotiating in free agency.

Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / April 18

Chicago Cubs Send Bullpen Arm to Injured List

The Chicago Cubs have sent right-handed Reliever Elijah Morgan to the injured list after he was removed from a game against the San Diego Padres. Morgan, 28, was acquired by the Cubs this offseason in a deal with the Cleveland Guardians and was expected to be a key contributor to the 2025 major league team.

Luke Little News / On Tap Sports Net / April 18

What Luke Little's Quick Demotion Means for the Chicago Cubs

Luke Little's latest stint in Chicago is already over as the Cubs have sent him back to Iowa after one brutal outing and recalled Jordan Wicks. The swap of lefties points to a sense of urgency by the Cubs, who clearly were not pleased with Little's performance against the San Diego Padres on Wednesday (like everyone else).