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It sounds the Cubs have no idea when Kyle Tucker will be back from injury

Kyle Tucker has not played for the Chicago Cubs since September 2, and it does not seem like the team has a good read on when he will return. The right fielder is continuing his rehab program as he recovers from a strained left calf, but has not yet progressed to running, Cubs manager Craig Counsell told the media on Sunday.

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A potential Cubs top free agent option could be an NL Central rival starter

The Chicago Cubs could use a right-handed starter.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 22

A look at the remaining postseason races: Cubs, Padres, Mets, Reds, Tigers, Guardians, more

We’re set for a crazy final week of the 2025 regular season! The first order of business here is the Cubs, who still have a magic number of 4 to clinch home field over the Padres in their Wild Card series.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 22

Cubs Predicted To Move On From Frustrating Former First Round Pick In Offseason

The Chicago Cubs have had a roller coaster of a season which has seen them have to look to some unconventional places in order to secure production when they have had guys out due to injury.

Giancarlo Stanton News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '450 MLB home runs' quiz

How many of the 41 players in Major League Baseball history to hit at least 450 home runs in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most four-hit MLB games since 2000' quiz

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 22

Three up, three down: An update on the Cubs, September 22 edition

The Cubs started off the week well, with a sweep of the Pirates in Pittsburgh. The Cubs ended the week poorly, being swept in a four-game series in Cincinati, their first four-game losing streak of 2025.

Nico Hoerner News / CBSSports.com / September 22

How Cubs' Nico Hoerner went from underrated 'glue guy' to starring on a World Series hopeful

Hoerner has been one of the best players in baseball this year, even if no one noticed

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / September 22

2025 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 156

It ends the way it began. Well, not exactly. The Cubs did manage six hits and drew three walks on Sunday. So that’s better than Thursday went. But the net result was the same.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / September 22

Cubs DFA Nate Pearson, Activate and Option Eli Morgan

The Cubs made two roster moves earlier this week that flew under the radar. Amidst a crushing weekend in which they were swept by the Cincinnati Reds over a four-game series, the Cubs designated Nate Pearson for assignment.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 21

Thoughts On Cubs Series Loss To The Reds As September Winds Down

The Chicago Cubs matched up with both the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Cincinnati Reds for their last road trip of the regular season. Chicago started off incredibly strong with a three-game sweep of the Pirates where they only allowed five total runs, but now have seen the exact opposite since arriving in Cincinnati.

Nate Pearson News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 21

Cubs designate veteran righty for assignment

He first joined the Cubs in a trade from the Blue Jays at the 2024 deadline, and he seemed to benefit from the change of scenery.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 21

Padres Gain Ground On Cubs In Race For Top NL Wild Card Berth

The Cincinnati Reds were in desperation mode and their four games series with the Chicago Cubs was perfect. The Reds (80-76) beat the Cubs (88-68), 1-0, in the final game of their series.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 21

Chicago Cubs: PCA is the worst hitter in baseball

The Chicago Cubs are headed to the playoffs for the first time since the abbreviated 2020 season. They’re aiming to win their first postseason games since 2017.

Daniel Palencia News / ChiCitySports / September 21

Chicago Cubs: Daniel Palencia makes first rehab appearance, has mixed results

The Chicago Cubs are laboring right now, in the midst of a three-game skid after clinching their first playoff berth since the abbreviated 2020 season.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 21

Cubs rumors: 2016 World Series hero ‘informs friends’ he plans to retire

After clinching their spot in the postseason, the Chicago Cubs are now plotting their potentially deep playoff run. Still, the Cubs would need to put together a magical performance to match their World Series run from 2016.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 21

Cubs' Struggling Slugger Hasn't Had A Hit For A Month

The Chicago Cubs made a number of roster moves mid-season ahead of the trade deadline. The 2016 World Series champions added pitchers Mike Soroka and Aaron Civale.

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The 'Multiple 30-TD pass NFL seasons' quiz

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / September 21

Cubs Projected Not To Re-Sign Back Significant Trade Deadline Acquisition

The Chicago Cubs have clinched their spot in the playoffs for the first time since 2020, hoping to make a deep run in a National League which is as wide open as it's been in some time.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / September 20

Chicago Cubs rookie could be surprising catalyst to stagnant offense

The Chicago Cubs have one urgent issue ahead of their first playoff appearance since 2020– offense. It could also be said that the team is where it’s at right now BECAUSE of their offense.

Chicago Cubs News / Fastball on SI / September 20

3 Players Cubs Should Pursue This Winter To Bolster Roster: Too Early Edition

The Chicago Cubs seemingly went all in to win this year, and it's paid off for the most part. Chicago, after swinging a massive trade for Kyle Tucker, turned its attention to the World Series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 19

Predicting the National League Manager of the Year finalists

Unlike last year, the 2025 National League Manager of the Year Award is nearly settled. While some last-minute winning spurts could disrupt the second- or third-place finalists from overthrowing the clear favorite, there’s been a clear favorite since June.

Latest 2025 World Series odds will shock you as MLB postseason nears

Ranking the best active MLB players without MVP award

Three MLB teams that could be the biggest season-ending spoilers

The 20 worst MLB teams from the 2010s

The 'MLB managers of the year' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 20

Latest 2025 World Series odds will shock you as MLB postseason nears

We're approaching the final week of the 2025 MLB season, and no clear World Series favorite has emerged.

Phillies trade acquisition could be an unexpected postseason X factor

Tigers' playoff pursuit takes hit after injury to key player

Do the Brewers have enough star power to win World Series?

Predicting finalists for National League Manager of the Year

Predicting finalists for American League Manager of the Year

Kyle Tucker News / Fastball on SI / September 18

Top 4 Kyle Tucker Free Agency Landing Spots: Way Too Early Edition

The Chicago Cubs took a huge risk by trading for superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker during last offseason, but it's seemingly paid off in a big way. Tucker has been a huge piece of the puzzle for Chicago, helping push them to the postseason as a real World Series contender.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / September 18

Projecting the Chicago Cubs’ 2025 Postseason Lineup

Pete Crow-Armstrong, Ian Happ, and the Chicago Cubs are officially headed to the 2025 MLB postseason. The Cubs clinched a playoff berth, their first since the 2020 COVID season, in Wednesday’s 8-4 victory over the rival Pittsburgh Pirates.