Chicago Cubs vs. Atlanta Braves - May 21, 2024

Eight Years Ago Today, David Bote Hit the ULTIMATE Grand Slam - Bleacher NationI will never get tired of watching this moment.

Edward Cabrera Nearing Return After Excellent Rehab Outing - Bleacher NationEdward Cabrera made his third start of his rehab assignment on Tuesday night, and it went very well.

Alex Bregman with a THREE HOMER NIGHT! - Bleacher NationTHREE HOMERS, ONE GAME!

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 12, Nationals 6 - August 12, 2026 - Bleacher NationCubs win! Big win, big night for Bregman.

Alex Bregman Homers AGAIN! This Time a Two-Run Shot - Bleacher NationThe Cubs everyday third baseman is scorching hot right now.

The Cubs Are Reportedly Considering Bringing Up Owen Ayers This Year - Bleacher NationIn September, MLB teams get an extra pitcher and an extra position player on their active roster.

Matt Shaw Offers a Somewhat Positive Injury Update - Bleacher NationHe's just about able to swing at full-go without pain.

Stay Hot Alex Bregman! Three-Run Homer in D.C. - Bleacher NationA three-run shot from Alex Bregman in D.C.

The Cubs Schedule or the Brewers? Whose Are You Taking?Cubs schedule? Brewers schedule? Whose are you taking the rest of the way.

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Cubs Minor League Wrap: Smokies trash the Trash Pandas, 7-1Wins for Iowa, Knoxville and Myrtle Beach.

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Braves News: ABS Challenges, Tyler Mahle, moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Wednesday

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Cubs BCB After Dark: Who is the Cubs’ SMVP?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks who is the Cubs’ second-most valuable player.

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Mighty Mahle and Braves bombs secure series win versus the Mets, 6-3Taking AA apology forms at the door.

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Alex Bregman's first career 3-homer game helps Cubs rout Nationals 12-6Alex Bregman hit three homers in a game for the first time and drove in a career-high seven runs as the Chicago Cubs routed the Washington Nationals 12-6 on Wednesday night.

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Full highlights from Chicago Cubs' 12-6 win vs. Washington Nationals 🎥

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Full highlights from Atlanta Braves' 6-3 win vs. New York Mets 🎥

Cubs may not need to overthink their 2027 catching plans thanks to Miguel AmayaIn a position player group dominated by superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong, the Chicago Cubs' steady catching tandem has flown a bit under the radar. Carson Kelly re

Cubs may have finally escaped Alex Bregman drama that was impossible to ignoreHe's heating up at the right time.

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Braves absolutely need to make Sean Murphy their primary catcherNow that Sean Murphy is back and healthy, the Atlanta Braves have to put more of the burden of catching on his shoulders.

Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals preview, Wednesday 8/12, 5:45 CTThe Cubs go for the series win.

Cubs vs. Nationals Wednesday 8/12 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Tyler Mahle makes home debut in rubber match versus the MetsAced the first test against a New York team - let’s do it again, Tyler.

Cubs' big free agent bust looks worse than ever after latest injury updateInjured Chicago Cubs pitcher Phil Maton has been diagnosed with a partially torn patellar tendon, putting his return to the mound in 2026 up in the air.

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Braves excel on one side of ABS challenges and flail on the other sideIf the catcher taps his head, that’s usually good. If a batter taps his head, look out.

The Tyrone Taylor trade by the numbersThe Cubs added a right-handed platoon bat at the trade deadline

Cubs Injury Update: Edward Cabrera looks ready, Daniel Palencia struggles, Matt ShawEdward Cabrera certainly looks ready to rejoin the Chicago Cubs after another dominant rehab outing.

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Jacob Webb is the Superhero vs. the NationalsThe Cubs continue their August surge with an 8-6 win over the Nationals.

MLB insider doubles down on tone deaf Pete Crow-Armstrong, Shohei Ohtani MVP debateJon Heyman stirred up a firestorm in Chicago with his comments about Wins Above Replacement being imprecise for center fielders. It's convenient timing to make

Braves Minor League Recap: Smith-Shawver dominant againSmith-Shawver allowed one hit and no walks in 5 1/3 innings.

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Ozzie Albies' extension from Braves has been an insane bargain despite his strugglesThe Atlanta Braves did very well for themselves when they signed Ozzie Albies to an extension, despite the fact that he didn't exactly reach his full potential.

Will a .500 or worse team make the playoffs this year?I want to beat the AL West with a foam mallet

Braves News: Matt Olson rakes again, Bryce Elder, and moreAtlanta Braves news and notes from Tuesday.

Cubs 8, Nationals 6: Pete Crow-Armstrong smashes a monster home runPCA edges closer to his second 30/30 season, and the Cubs edge closer to first place.

Cubs insider drops early offseason clues on Seiya Suzuki and Carson Kelly futuresSeiya Suzuki and Carson Kelly are two impending free agents for the Chicago Cubs, and it's far form certain either return after this season.

MLB News: Yordan Alvarez Triple Crown, Paul Skenes, Blake Snell, Max ScherzerPlus, which former White Sox All-Star is retiring?

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — August 12Happy Birthday, Matt Clement!

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Every Team's Breakout Prospect 💥Breaking down the biggest farm system leaps across the league 📲

4 Cubs players who survived the trade deadline but will be gone by SeptemberThe Chicago Cubs have emerged from the trade deadline as a contender, but there are still some roster decisions looming.

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Braves' latest Reynaldo Lopez update hints at potential big changes coming for the bullpenDiscover why a slew of returning pitchers could complicate the Atlanta Braves bullpen down the stretch of the regular season.

The Cubs Handled 17 Games in 17 Days Spectacularly - Bleacher NationIt speaks to how spectacularly the Cubs handled it that we've spoken little about how they just faced 17 games in 17 days.

The Biggest X-factor for the Cubs in Playoff Race - Bleacher NationThe Cubs' World Series chances may come down to this one big X-factor: Who comes back from the injured pitchers and how effective they are when they return.

Well, the Cubs Did Their Part to Acquire Controllable Starting Pitching at the Trade Deadline - Bleacher NationEven after he'd been traded once, the Cubs tried to get Jose Soriano.

Pete Crow-Armstrong Just Hit an Absolute TANK to Conclude a Nine-Pitch At Bat - Bleacher NationHome run number 27 on the year for PCA.

Thank You Padres, Standings Check, Field of Dreams, Crazy Play, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThat Brewers loss brought the Cubs to within an even 5.0 games of the division lead, which is actually the smallest deficit among the second place teams in the National League.

Three Games in D.C. - Cubs vs Nationals Series Preview - Bleacher NationCubs vs Nationals (without James Wood). Let's go.

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 8, Nationals 6 - August 11, 2026 - Bleacher NationSome flaws in this one, but they won't all be Mona Lisas.

Stay Hot, Alex Bregman - He Just Sent One Out to Left - Bleacher NationThat's homer number 13 on the year for Bregman.

Cubs Prospect Notes: Promotions, New Top-30, Pitching Depth, Conrad, Hartshorn, Ayers, Escobar, More - Bleacher NationThe big league Cubs continue to take front and center in my mind, but I don't want to lose sight of the farm system just because the Trade Deadline has passed.

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Is this Heaven? No, it’s Iowa 6, Saints 3Iowa wins the Field of Dreams game. One great rehab outing, one poor one.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong hits 27th homer and Cubs beat Nationals 8-6 to move 20 games over .500Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman and Seiya Suzuki homered, and the Chicago Cubs rallied from an early deficit to beat the Washington Nationals 8-6 on Tuesday night.

Braves beat Mets behind Martín Pérez gem and key HRsMartín Pérez lowered his season ERA to 2.96, Albies and Olson both hit milestone HRs in win

Cubs BCB After Dark: Grade Craig CounsellThe late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks for your opinion of manager Craig Counsell.

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Olson Ties MLB HR Lead 📈

Knew it was gone off the bat

PCA Crushes Laser HR ⚡

Cubs star continues to make his MVP case with 437-ft shot

Cubs Rumors: Blue Jays' greed denied Chicago one final trade deadline splashThe Chicago Cubs had interest in Jose Soriano at the trade deadline, even after he was dealt to the Toronto Blue Jays.

Ronald Acuña to DH, Mike Yastrzemski in RF as Braves face MetsRonald Acuña will get some rest from the field, but will still be trying to cause damage with the bat

On The Horizon: Cubs vs. Nationals series previewThe Cubs head to the nation’s capital for a three-game series.

Cubs vs. Nationals Tuesday 8/11 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Chicago Cubs vs. Washington Nationals preview, Tuesday 8/11, 5:45 CTThe Cubs open a three-game series at Nationals Park.

Martín Pérez takes the mound as Braves look to rebound vs MetsMartín Pérez struggled last time he faced the Mets. He is looking to rebound against Nolan McLean

The Clay Holmes trade by the numbersThe Cubs’ new right-hander’s signature pitch is his sinker.

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Bold MLB Predictions 🔮🏆 Ohtani loses MVP race 😯 Surprise division winners 📲 Hot takes for final 2 months

Jameson Taillon's fresh start with Blue Jays after Cubs tenure hits unfortunate setbackIn only his second start since his departure from the Chicago Cubs, Jameson Taillon is already dealing with a setback.

Bryce Elder takes accountability for strange, disappointing loss to MetsTo the enigmatic hurler’s credit, he certainly owned up for what ended up being a rough night against the Mets

SB Nation Reacts survey: Who starts the Cubs’ postseason opener?Matthew Boyd would seem to have earned it. But there are other good candidates. Who’s your choice?

Atlanta Braves News: Braves Lose Again to Mets, Strider and Waldrep Updates, MoreStruggles vs the Empire State Continue.

Will Jim Jarvis start a playoff game?There aren’t too many options at this point, but the Braves could still pivot away from Jarvis by late September

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Braves Injury Update: Spencer Schwellenbach's progress, Strider and Waldrep hit milestoneThe Atlanta Braves' lineup is looking much healthier these days. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee whatsoever that their pitchers will get healthy in time.

2 things we know about the Cubs after the trade deadline, 1 we will know by OctoberFollowing the trade deadline, we know the Chicago Cubs are a good team but there is still one thing we must have an answer for by October.

Chicago Cubs news — Happ, Boyd, Amaya, BuschIan Happ’s home run Sunday helped Chicago get the series win at Kansas City. That was the eighth straight winning road series for the Cubs.

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Players on Trade Watch Before 2027 👀Zach Neto, CJ Abrams, more players who could move before Opening Day 📲

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Here are the 5 worst Braves contracts that will still be on their books after the 2026 seasonThe Atlanta Braves have made some good contract decisions over the years, but there are a few that will remain after 2026 that are terrible.

Re-ranking Cubs farm system after draft and trade deadline shuffled parts aroundA busy MLB trade deadline from Jed Hoyer gives the Chicago Cubs top prospects rankings list a new look, headlined by outfield prospect Josiah Hartshorn.

Braves can’t overcome Elder implosion, lack of longball in 8-5 loss to MetsBryce Elder giving up homers and the Braves not hitting homers is a bad combo

Cubs BCB After Dark: Who will be the second Wild Card?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks who you think will be the 2nd Wild Card team.

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Full highlights from New York Mets' 8-5 win vs. Atlanta Braves 🎥

Cubs' under-the-radar trade deadline move becomes much more important after Matt Shaw updateMatt Shaw's return to the Chicago Cubs is still weeks away, adding importance to Tyrone Taylor's role with the team.

Walt Weiss provides updates on Spencer Strider, Hurston Waldrep and that weird balk callStrider still has a long way to go before returning but the door apparently isn’t closed yet.

Owen Ayers responds to Cubs' trade deadline with clear message about futureOwen Ayers responded to Chicago Cubs' trade deadline speculation with a message that makes his focus crystal clear.

Chicago Cubs Power Rankings: You Know Who's No. 1, But How About Everyone Else? - Bleacher NationLet's use our scheduled day off to update the Chicago Cubs Power Rankings!

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Post-Deadline Playoff Predictions 🔮Breaking down the bracket after Skubal to LA, more 📲

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Braves' Monday lineup vs. Mets a reminder of what they were missing with all those injuriesThe Atlanta Braves were able to salvage a win in their series finale with the Yankees. It was a hard- fought series, and it felt like the scales could tip for e

Sean Murphy catches, bats ninth as Braves begin homestand against MetsMike Yastrzemski misses a rare start against a right-handed pitcher

The Braxton Garrett trade by the numbersControllable pitching was pricy this deadline, so the Cubs invested in tomorrow.

MLB announces 2026 postseason scheduleHere are all the games we hope the Cubs will be playing in October (and late September).

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Projected MLB Playoff Bracket ♨️Breaking down potential postseason picture and latest standings 📲

Major League Baseball reveals 2026 Postseason scheduleHopefully the Braves get there and also spend a nice, long time there as well!

It’s a New York turnaround as Braves pop home to face MetsThe Braves need to sweep this set to have a winning record against the Mets this year

Major League Baseball Has Announced the 2026 Postseason Schedule - Bleacher NationMark your calendars and clear your October.

The Week Ahead for Atlanta: One last meeting with the MetsYes, Jefry Yan is coming. Yes, he’s going to celebrate if he gets a strikeout. Just get a hit, instead.

Miguel Amaya is Quietly Having a Great Season - Bleacher NationLike Craig Counsell, I just wanted to take the opportunity to point out what a great year Amaya is having.

Mauricio Dubón named Braves’ 2026 Heart & Hustle Award recipientA well-deserved honor for Dubie.

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MLB Postseason Schedule 🍿Potential World Series Game 7 on Halloween. Full calendar here 📲

Chicago Cubs update: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Michael Busch, Jacob WebbHere’s who was hot and not for the Cubs over the past week.

Rome Emperors roster shows impact of prospect promotionsThe drop in top-end talent was noticeable in a return engagement with the Emperors.

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Shelby Miller's Rehab is Still Going as Well as it Possibly Could, Which Starts to Make You Think Thoughts - Bleacher NationShelby Miller is already throwing 95 mph at Triple-A Iowa.

The Cubs Could Really Use a Veteran Third Catcher at Triple-A Iowa, and Fast - Bleacher NationIf the Cubs had an emergency with Carson Kelly or Miguel Amaya, they might be left with some tough decisions.

Former Cubs closer signs with Royals while refusing to accept obvious endingFormer Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel has another new team to pitch for, adding to what has become an odd end to his career.

Cubs News: Pete Crow-Armstrong's playing time, Javier Assad's role, Jameson TaillonCraig Counsell is being smart with Pete Crow-Armstrong's playing time, putting the Chicago Cubs in a position to focus on the goal ahead.

Braves Minor League Recap: Owen Carey, Conor Essenburg, and Luis Guanipa flex their powerThe ascension for Owen Carey post heel injury continued as he got on base 3 times yesterday

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Ian Happ is the Superhero vs. the Royals (again!)The Cubs rally behind Ian Happ and Matthew Boyd in a 10-2 victory over the Royals.

Former Cubs first-rounder moving past injuries and showing what he's made ofChicago Cubs prospect and former first-round pick Ethan Conrad is riding an impressive heater, showing why Jed Hoyer was so high on him in the 2025 MLB Draft.

Will we ever get original flavor extra innings again?Maybe they should do like Oreos and have a different extra-inning rule every three weeks

Boyd and the D, Assad, Zeferjahn, Happ, Records, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationMatthew Boyd continues to cruise, and helps himself on defense.

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2 pending Braves free agents that deserve extensions, 2 that Atlanta needs to let walkPending free agents like Mauricio Dubon need to be kept in Atlanta, while others would be best to move on from.

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands as we near mid-August 📲

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — August 10Happy Birthday, Larry Corcoran!

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Fixing Every Bubble Team’s Big Flaw 🛠️How 10 fringe playoff clubs can move on to October ➡️

MLB News Outside The Confines: Field of Dreams week is hereMore details on the Skubal trade. A look ahead to the winter. Some injuries, the Field of Dreams and other MLB news.

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This Braves prospect deserves a chance to fix Atlanta’s Mike Yastrzemski mistakeBraves prospect Patrick Clohisy could be a great boost for the team, with his great tools.

Holmes' Debut, Happ's Night, Rea's Role, Alcantara's Streak, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe newly acquired Clay Holmes had some rust to shake off. Meanwhile, Colin Rea adjusted immediately to his new (but also old) role.

The Cubs Pitching Probables for Their Next Series (vs. Nationals) Are Set - Bleacher NationThe Cubs pitching probables for their upcoming series against the Nats are set. The edge leans Chicago.

Chicago Cubs Lineup: Another Day at DH for Pete Crow-Armstrong? - Bleacher NationCUBS LINEUP - Yesterday's loss stinks. But sweeping a team, however bad, on the road is not easy and certainly never guaranteed. Go out there and win today,