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Chicago Cubs Are Legitimate World Series Contenders After Hot Start Against NL West

The Chicago Cubs opened up the season with some very tough games on the road and at home. The Cubs are 16-10 through their first 26 games of the year. In those games, Chicago has had to play the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks a combined 20 times.

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Chicago Cubs declared the real deal by MLB Insider: 'The Cubs are back'

The Chicago Cubs have gotten off to an incredible start this season. Everything seems to be cooking, clicking, or whatever other metaphor one would like to use.

Dansby Swanson News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 24

Dansby Swanson Makes Funny Admission Regarding Chicago Cubs Budding Star

After an incredible month of baseball for Pete Crow-Armstrong, the Chicago Cubs' breakout star is grabbing the attention of his teammates. Crow-Armstrong has brought an intense energy to the field with the Cubs, launching the team to overnight success in their latest series against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 24

Chicago Cubs 3x All-Star named as potential key contributor for the WBC

The Chicago Cubs are one of the best teams in the National League after sweeping the Los Angeles Dodgers in their quick two-game series with them. The Cubs have had a rough stretch of games where they’ve played some of the top teams in the National League and had the Texas Rangers sprinkled in for good measure.

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

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 24

Chicago Cubs turnaround at one key position has been a real shocker

The Chicago Cubs, at this time last year, were facing a real dilemma at a key position. Their planned platoon at catcher had immediately become a deep and brutal failure and the team was already looked for a Plan B and possible Plan C to bail themselves out.

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / April 24

Trade Talks Heating Up — Cubs Could Be a Wild Card

Almost a month into the 2025 season, the MLB trade deadline is slowly coming into focus. The Chicago Cubs may be positioning themselves as one of the more intriguing buyers, and possibly the disruptor in the chase for a frontline starter.

Matt Shaw News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Cubs Trade Idea Replaces Matt Shaw With Five-Time 20-Plus Home Run Slugger

Do the Chicago Cubs need to make a move for a third baseman? On paper, the Cubs have to feel confident in how they've played, but it's tough to say if the roster is perfect.

Javier Assad News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 24

Chicago Cubs Star Pitcher Reaggravates Injury, Could Miss Even More Time

The Chicago Cubs got some rough news this week on a pitcher they were hoping to get back in the near future. Entering the year, young right-hander Javier Assad began the season on the injured list with a left oblique issue after making 29 starts during the 2024 campaign.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Cubs' Jed Hoyer Issues Kyle Tucker Announcement

Everyone in Major League Baseball seems to agree that Chicago Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker is the top player available in the 2026 free agent class. However, the Cubs have made it known that they would love to sign and retain Tucker for years to come with an extension, but it might not be that easy.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 24

Cubs Notes: Assad, Pressly, Morgan

The Cubs’ pitching staff has been hammered by injuries early in the season, which has served to undercut what’s been an outstanding offense. Justin Steele’s season is already over thanks to UCL surgery, and right-hander Javier Assad has yet to pitch in 2025 due to an oblique strain.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 24

Chicago Cubs Top Prospect's Dominant Start Could Lead to Promotion Soon

The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason seen by many as a team who was likely to add pitching help. While they did add a significant number of players, none of them were seen as the huge splash that fans were looking for, especially in the starting rotation.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Cubs' Jed Hoyer Sends Strong Message to Matt Shaw After Demotion

The Chicago Cubs are off to a fantastic start. The cardiac Cubs have played in some wild games, and despite a lackluster bullpen, they are 16-10 and hold a two-and-a-half game lead in the National League Central.

Ryan Pressly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

When will Cubs closer Ryan Pressly return from injury?

The Chicago Cubs earned a competitive two-game sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers with victories on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Cubs defeated the Dodgers 11-10 on Tuesday before earning a 7-6 win on Wednesday.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 24

Chicago Cubs Have Used Clutch Hitting to Turn Franchise Around This Season

The Chicago Cubs won another absolutely wild showdown against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night in ten innings with a walk-off single by Ian Happ.

MLB News / On Tap Sports Net / April 24

Cubs, PCA Power Past Dodgers

It was another spectacular night for the Chicago Cubs' offense on Wednesday, especially for future star Pete Crowe Armstrong. The speedster once again

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / April 24

Chicago Cubs outfielder continues hot stretch in big way against the Dodgers

Following a two-game series sweep of the Dodgers on Wednesday night at Wrigley Field, the Chicago Cubs look like one of the best teams in all of baseball.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 24

Cubs Trade Idea Sends $313M Red Sox All-Star Slugger to Chicago

Rafael Devers wanted to remain at third base despite the 2024 American League Gold Glove Award winner at the position, Alex Bregman, leaving the Houston Astros to join the Boston Red Sox in free agency.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Chicago Cubs on SI / April 24

Chicago Cubs Breakout Star Makes MLB History After Dominating Los Angeles Dodgers

Pete Crow-Armstrong has officially arrived. After showing plenty of promise as a rookie with the Chicago Cubs last year, Crow-Armstrong has hit the ground running in 2025, taking his game to new heights.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

Cubs’ Dansby Swanson doubles down on Craig Counsell’s ‘fun’ take after latest win

The Chicago Cubs swept a two-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers this week to move to 16-10. Things have been going well at the Friendly Confines as they kick off a season with massive expectations.

Justin Turner News / Fastball on SI / April 24

Chicago Cubs Win Again as Justin Turner Makes Team History Not Seen in 19 Years

The Chicago Cubs continued to play excellent baseball on Wednesday, beating the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-6 at Wrigley Field. With the win, the Cubs are now 16-10 overall while the Dodgers fell to 16-9 with the loss.

Michael Busch News / Just Baseball / April 24

Michael Busch Is Becoming One of MLB’s Best First Basemen

Stats and rankings taken prior to first pitch on April 23. The Chicago Cubs have one of the most prolific offenses in baseball. They lead MLB in runs per game at 6.24, they have the highest OPS in the sport at .805, and they’ve scored 10 or more runs in a game seven times already this season, which is the most in MLB.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 24

Cubs’ Craig Counsell makes ‘special’ Pete Crow-Armstrong admission

Pete Crow-Armstrong, a native of Los Angeles, keeps giving his hometown team nightmares. In the Chicago Cubs’ thrilling 7-6 victory over the Los Angeles

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 23

Cubs sign veteran infielder Nicky Lopez to deal

The Cubs announced Wednesday that they’ve signed infielder Nicky Lopez to a big league deal. Infielder and Rule 5 pick Gage Workman was designated for assignment to open a spot on the roster.

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

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The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 24

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 / Yardbarker / April 21

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

Sorry to disappoint, Chicago Cubs fans, but there's a big reason why your franchise isn't the favorite to win the 2025 World Series, despite what one popular website says.

You again? Dodgers, Cubs meet for third series this season

Josh Naylor's 11th-inning single guides Diamondbacks past Cubs

Cubs' Justin Steele undergoes UCL revision surgery

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2025

The '1984 Chicago Cubs' quiz