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Cubs rally late, upend Dodgers in 10th for 11-10 win

Miguel Amaya belted a game-tying solo homer with two outs in the ninth inning and Ian Happ hit a walk-off RBI single in the 10th, fueling the host Chicago Cubs to an 11-10 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday.

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Calls mount for Chicago Cubs to cut failing infielder after another critical error

The Chicago Cubs passed on the opportunity to land Alex Bregman in the hopes that Matt Shaw would have a stellar campaign in 2025 at third base. Shaw was on a shortlist of many analysts’ picks to be the MLB’s Rookie of the Year in the preseason.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 22

Three stars of the night in MLB

With a night full of action, here are three stars from Tuesday.

AL knee-jerk reactions: Yankees, Orioles, Guardians have huge problems

NL knee-jerk reactions: Pitiful Rockies could set unwanted record

Padres lose five-time Gold Glove winner to knee injury

Stats show why Mets' Pete Alonso is enjoying a hot start to 2025 season

Three MLB teams that have been disappointing in 2025 so far

Five MLB players we should be paying more attention to in 2025

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 22

Chicago Cubs’ other lefty ace is easing the burden of a lost Justin Steele

The Chicago Cubs find themselves in a tough spot after elbow surgery ended the season for lefty ace, Justin Steele. Replacing their most consistently excellent starter won’t be an easy task, although the team has continued to perform very well, despite his absence.

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

The 'MLB home run leaders from 2024' quiz

The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

Javier Assad News / On Tap Sports Net / April 22

What Javier Assad's Setback Means for the Cubs

Chicago Cubs right-handed pitcher Javier Assad did not make his scheduled rehab start with the Iowa Cubs today, as his oblique injury has seemingly resurfaced. Iowa's broadcaster Jason Kempf reported on X that Assad grabbed his side and exited the game while warming up for the fifth inning.

Colin Rea News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 22

Chicago Cubs Insider Reveals Team Is Already Shopping Around for Pitching Help

The Chicago Cubs entered the season with questionable pitching depth both in the bullpen and the starting rotation. Despite the need, the Cubs were not in this winter on most of the top of the market names, many of whom wound up securing massive nine-figure deals Chicago was never going to entertain.

Michael Busch News / ChiCitySports / April 22

Chicago Cubs’ young star gets high-ceiling assessment from 17-year veteran and former Cub

The Chicago Cubs have quite the asset in first baseman Michael Busch. Acquired from the Los Angeles Dodgers prior to the 2024 season for a pair of well-regarded lower-level prospects– pitcher Jackson Ferris and outfielder Zyhir Hope– Busch was considered a man without a landing spot on the overloaded major league Dodgers team.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 22

Chicago Cubs Shake Up Bullpen, Recall Intriguing Reliever for Upcoming Game

The Chicago Cubs have been outstanding early on in the 2025 season, with their offense firing on all cylinders and their pitching staff finding their groove.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / April 22

Cubs prospect is scorching but here's why he won't be promoted

Top Cubs prospect is scorching but here's why he probably won't be promoted

This season, the Chicago Cubs have one of the most vibrant farm systems in baseball, but of their many bright spots, one talented bat is stealing the show.

One big reason why Cubs aren't really World Series favorites

Cubs' Matt Mervis trade is already looking very bad

NL knee-jerk reactions: Pitiful Rockies could set unwanted record

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2025

The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 22

Cubs rumors: Jon Heyman thinks Chicago will try to get ‘rare’ Kyle Tucker deal done

The Chicago Cubs are off to a strong start to the 2025 season. They are 14-10 and in first place in the National League Central. After a massive offseason, the Cubbies have put themselves in a solid position through the first month of the season.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 22

Chicago Cubs adding 41-strikeout pitcher before Dodgers series

The Chicago Cubs have made a couple of significant roster moves at pitcher before their series with the Los Angeles Dodgers this week. The Cubs need to find a starting pitcher to replace Justin Steele, who is out for the season due to a left elbow injury that required Tommy John surgery.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 22

Chicago Cubs Have One Glaring Issue Holding Them Back This Season

The Chicago Cubs have been getting the job done on the field thus far in the 2025 MLB regular season. They are entering play on April 22 with a 14-10 record, holding onto first place in the National League Central.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / April 22

Cubs Option Jordan Wicks, Recall Gavin Hollowell from Triple-A

The Chicago Cubs are getting ready to kick off a two-game set with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Wrigley Field on Tuesday. As they get ready to hopefully continue their recent success against the NL West's most-feared team, the roster required a slight shakeup.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Cubs Trade Idea Adds Left-Handed Starting Pitcher

It is no secret that the Chicago Cubs need pitching help. Chicago’s bullpen has been awful, with a combined ERA of 5.19 (fifth-worst in the Majors). However, the Cubs did trade for lefty Drew Pomeranz, and he should bolster that unit.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 22

Cubs' Matt Mervis trade is already looking very bad

It seems the Cubs are already losing the trade.

Cubs to acquire Drew Pomeranz from Mariners

One big reason why Cubs aren't really World Series favorites

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2025

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 22

Chicago Cubs bench bat is off to a fantastic start in his first eight-games

The Chicago Cubs will welcome the Los Angeles Dodgers to the confines of Wrigley Field for the Dodger’s only time in Chicago and this will be the last time the Cubs and Dodgers play each other this season.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 22

Chicago Cubs Named Ideal Landing Spot for All-Star Pitcher From AL West

It has been a strong start to the season for the Chicago Cubs, who are living up to expectations early on. This year, the Cubs had lofty goals after a strong winter that greatly improved the team.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 22

Chicago Cubs Ace at Top of MLB in a Key Advanced Metric This Season

The Chicago Cubs have been on an absolute tear offensively to kick off the 2025 season, leading the MLB with 145 runs scored through 24 games, and remaining tied for fifth in batting average with a .258.

Justin Steele News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Cubs-Angels Trade Idea Helps Chicago Find Justin Steele Replacement

The Chicago Cubs have no problems scoring runs, leading Major League Baseball with 145 as of Tuesday morning. However, they lost their ace, Justin Steele, who is out for the season and maybe a decent chunk of 2026 after undergoing UCL surgery on his left elbow this past Friday.