Chicago Cubs vs. Kansas City Royals - March 16, 2024

Royals News: Matt Quatraro absence, Kyle Isbel rehab results, KC's new MiLB signingAs the Royals continue their second-half, there's plenty of headlines fans should be aware of, from Matt Quatraro's temporary absence to a new face in Triple-A.

Exploring the Cubs' Best Trade Chips Ahead of the MLB Trade Deadline - Bleacher NationThe Cubs desperately need pitching, with this trade deadline the clear avenue to patch those gaping holes. Here are some of the most intriguing players that could be moved ahead of the August 3 deadline.

Tigers series preview: The last time we see Tarik Skubal in Detroit?The trade deadline looms.

The Cubs are on pace to shatter the franchise record for walks by hittersThe previous record was set in a very special year.

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Top Rental Trade Targets 🎯Ranking Skubal, Peralta, more short-term assets ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

Can I Interest You in Some Positive Cubs Pitcher Injury Updates? - Bleacher NationIt's all positive at least. Progress. I'll take that.

Cubs Utility Prospect James Triantos Reportedly Coming Up, the Explanations for Which Range from Cool to Terrifying - Bleacher NationJames Triantos is a back-end-top-ten system prospect, who is in the mold of the high-average, line-drive, lots-of-contact, not-a-ton-of-power type. He has upside beyond that, and he's flashed some opportunistic power at times.

Cubs call up fallen top prospect in awkward trade deadline timingThe Chicago Cubs are calling up James Triantos for his Major League debut, but the timing of the roster move is curious.

The 2021 Royals draft class, five years laterYour best source for quality Kansas City Royals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Bizarre antics from Royals fan cast a cloud on Salvador Perez's historic momentThe day finally came where Salvador Perez etched his name in Royals history, but a fan's antics to retrieve the homer stole some of the shine from KC's captain.

Cubs Prospects Report | July 23, 2026: Two Hits For Ayers, Jose Escobar's Big Day, More - Bleacher NationRecapping the Cubs minor league action from Wednesday, July 22.

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Ian Happ is the Superhero vs. the TigersThe Cubs bats were silent in a 5-1 loss to the Tigers Wednesday night.

Series Sting, Rea and the Rotation, Cubs Need Walks, Pitch Clock, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe loss last night is less of a concern on its own, and more of a stinger because of the loss on Monday.

Enhanced Box Score: Tigers 5, Cubs 1 - July 22, 2026 - Bleacher NationStinky loss tonight.

What would a Jac Caglianone extension look like?Caglianone looks like he is going to be a solid player and still has upside. Time to sign him up?

Cubs could pluck from Blue Jays rotation with Toronto nearing trade deadline fire saleIf the Toronto Blue Jays become sellers before the deadline, they have a clear target for the Chicago Cubs.

Baseball America's bullish outlook on Royals' 2026 draft class gives farm system increased hopeRose and Rabe land fourth and fifth in Kansas City's system after just being drafted. The Royals' 2026 class is already reshaping the farm system's ceiling.

Kansas City Royals News: Salvy ties BrettHistory and a sweep

Cubs News: Former Brewers infielder signs, Colin Rea's struggles, Ben BrownThe Chicago Cubs have signed former Milwaukee Brewers utility man Greg Jones, adding to their depth in the minors.

Tigers 5, Cubs 1: The story of Colin Rea and the three-run homer… againSeiya Suzuki homered, but that was the extent of the Cubs offense.

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Predicting 2nd-Half Breakouts 💥Players to watch in the back half of the year ➡️

Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Peterson, SwansonPCA continues to defy description as his two stunning catches Monday and Tuesday overshadowed his offense for once.

Sudden Mets' change of tune creates ideal Cubs' 2026 trade deadline targetRumors of a possible extension between Clay Holmes and the New York Mets have quieted, raising the chance he could be a trade target for the Chicago Cubs.

Cubs BCB After Dark: Soriano or Detmers?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks which Angels starter would you rather the Cubs trade for.

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Montero and relievers combine on a 4-hitter, Lee hits a 3-run HR and the Tigers beat the Cubs 5-1Keider Montero and four relievers combined on a four-hitter, Hao-Yu Lee hit a three-run homer and the Detroit Tigers beat the Chicago Cubs 5-1 on Wednesday night.

Cubs Minor League Wrap: South Bend stops Wisconsin in matineeJust South Bend won today. Myrtle Beach got rained out.

Cubs could capitalize on Dodgers' and White Sox's sudden trade deadline needsA surprise trade of Miguel Amaya - to a team like the Chicago White Sox or Los Angeles Dodgers - could be one way for the Chicago Cubs to shore up the staff.

Chicago Cubs Lineup: Another Rubber Match at Wrigley Field - Bleacher NationColin Rea is on the mound for Chicago, and he's going up against Tigers righty Keider Montero. Here's a look at the Cubs lineup for the rubber match at 7:10 CT.

Chicago Cubs vs. Detroit Tigers preview, Wednesday 7/22, 7:10 CTThe Cubs go for the series win.

Cubs vs. Tigers Wednesday 7/22 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Shohei Ohtani injury update suddenly puts Pete Crow-Armstrong in position to do the unthinkableSuddenly, Pete Crow-Armstrong may have a clear path to chasing down Shohei Ohtani in the National League MVP race.

Salvador Perez ties George Brett home run record and the Royals sweepHome run number 317 for Salvador Perez!

Royals Rumors: Insider suggests KC could still trade struggling southpaw at deadlineThe Royals are nearing the trade deadline and that means there's likely to be some names on the move. Could there be a suitor for the struggling Matt Strahm?

I Swear This Post About Michael Conforto is Not Just an Excuse to Watch That One Glenallen Hill Highlight - Bleacher NationMichael Conforto is having one heckuva year off the bench.

Cubs Starting Pitcher Trade Targets: Ranking 10 Best OptionsChicago is 13 games over .500 with a commanding Wild Card lead, but Jed Hoyer has already tempered expectations on rentals. So who's actually out there? Ranking the 10 best Cubs starting pitcher trade targets ahead of August 3.

Salvy Ties Royals HR Record 🙌

317th-career homer ties George Brett’s mark

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Chicago Cubs Sign Outfielder Greg Jones to a Minor League Deal - Bleacher NationA little extra outfield depth for the upper minors, as well as a potential speed option later in the year.

"Nobody Else" is Making the Plays Pete Crow-Armstrong Does - Bleacher NationPete Crow-Armstrong showed it all off once again last night.

The Cubs are on pace to score more than 800 runsThe Cubs can hit. They need pitching. So what does this mean for the upcoming Trade Deadline?

Royals' trade for outcasted Astros fireballer has different feel than previous pitching solutionsThe Royals made a small-scale deal for more bullpen help, trading for former top prospect Nate Pearson from the Astros. How useful can he be for them in 2026?

Cubs Injury Update: Trent Thornton optimism, Phil Maton timeline, Matt ShawThe Chicago Cubs avoided a serious injury for Trent Thornton while confirming Phil Maton's status and waiting for Matt Shaw's return.

Bobby Witt Jr. lands on the Injured ListPlus Stephen Kolek will be out awhile.

Royals acquire pitcher Nate Pearson from the AstrosMOAR PITCHING

David Peterson is Giving the Innings, Feeling the Love - Bleacher NationGive this man another round of applause.

Cubs Prospects Report | July 22, 2026: Miller's Big Night, Ramírez Homers Twice, Kepley Does It All, More - Bleacher NationRecapping the Cubs minor league action from Tuesday, July 21.

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Superhero vs. the TigersCubs bats explode early and lead the way to an 11-2 drubbing of the Tigers.

Royals' strong second-half start immediately overshadowed by brutal Bobby Witt Jr. injury newsThe Royals have had plenty of injury issues this season, but none greater than their placement of superstar Bobby Witt Jr. on the 10-day IL on Wednesday.

Astros' Nate Pearson trade may have unlocked new Cubs' trade deadline partnerAfter acquiring Nate Pearson, the Kansas City Royals may be inching closer to trading pitchers such as Michael Wacha or Seth Lugo ahead of the deadline.

Remembering the life of Yordano VenturaYour best source for quality Kansas City Royals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Astros Trading RHP to Royals

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We have acquired RHP Nate Pearson from the Houston Astros for minor league RHP Max Martin.

3 Royals narratives that Baseball Savant's new comparison tool puts in sharper focusBaseball Savant's latest feature adds crucial context to some of Kansas City's biggest 2026 storylines. The numbers reframe what you think you already know.

David Peterson’s brilliance vs Tigers provides reminder for Cubs’ trade deadline balancing actCubs pitcher David Peterson took a shutout into the seventh against the Tigers, and his success offers an important reminder heading into the trade deadline.

Kansas City Royals news: Injuries speckle the homestandThe Royals secure consecutive series victories, but some key injuries overshadow the on-field positivity.

Alcantara's Future, Shaw's Recovery, Maton's Procedure, Realmuto's Blunder, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationKevin Alcantara has a plausible path with the Cubs into next year, but will they actually give it to him?

Cubs 11, Tigers 2: A six-run first, and Michael Conforto ties a team recordThe first seven Cubs reached base and they went on to an easy win.

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Every Contender's Ideal Deadline Trade 🔄Cooking up deals for every playoff hopeful ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

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Francisco Lindor Landing Spots 🎯8 wild trade ideas for the Mets star shortstop ➡️

Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Pummel the Tigers - Bleacher NationNo extra-innings disappointment in this one, as the Cubs thumped the Tigers right out of the gate in last night's 11-2 win.

Complete list of the Cubs' 2026 trade deadline needs to boost postseason chancesPitching figures to be the focus for the Chicago Cubs at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, and their needs are obvious.

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — July 22Happy Birthday, Scott Sanderson!

Cubs BCB After Dark: Would you drink the Hader-ade?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if the Cubs should make an offer for Josh Hader.

Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 11, Tigers 2 - July 21, 2026 - Bleacher NationWhat a bounce-back game for the Cubs!

Cubs Minor League Wrap: Alex Ramírez homers twice in Smokies winIowa goes down to Georgia for the first time and gets a win. So do Knoxville and South Bend.

Royals continue second-half roll with win over GiantsYour best source for quality Kansas City Royals news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong stars as the Chicago Cubs pound the Detroit Tigers 11-2CHICAGO (AP) - Pete Crow-Armstrong reached five times on two hits and three walks, helping the Chicago Cubs beat Framber Valdez and the Detroit Tigers 11-2 on Tuesday night. Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki and Carson Kelly each drove in two runs, and Michael Conforto connected for a two-run homer.

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Jac Caglianone Exits Game

Royals star leaves with right shoulder soreness after diving attempt

Cubs' 6-Run First Inning 😳

Tigers' Framber Valdez gets pulled after PCA's leadoff triple sparks offensive surge

Former Cubs outfield prospect is tearing up the minors with a hated NL rivalFormer Chicago Cubs prospect Zyhir Hope, who was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Michael Busch trade, is putting up big-time numbers this season.

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MLBPA's New Draft Proposal 📝Players Association proposes eligibility expansion and preserving current system amid CBA talks 📲

Cubs vs. Tigers Tuesday 7/21 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

Chicago Cubs vs. Detroit Tigers preview, Tuesday 7/21, 7:05 CTThe Cubs look to even up their series against the Tigers.

Disastrous Phil Maton injury update compounds Cubs' biggest problem as trade deadline loomIt sounds like the rest of Phil Maton's first season with the Chicago Cubs is in jeopardy after his latest injury.

Chicago Cubs Lineup: Alcantara Starts at DH, Kelly Moves Up - Bleacher NationHere's a look at the Chicago Cubs lineup for Game 2 against the Tigers with David Peterson on the mound for Chicago against the lefty Framber Valdez.

Royals utility man's unorthodox role perfectly sums up embarrassing state of pitching staffThe Royals have had their fair share of pitching woes this season. The fact they've used Tyler Tolbert on the mound as much as they have is proof of that.

Nico Hoerner Has Been an MLB Leading Hit-Machine in the Second-Half - Bleacher NationHits are where Nico Hoerner's bread is buttered.

Mason Miller is "Definitely Available," But Do the Cubs Make Sense? Plus One Alternative - Bleacher NationThe best reliever in baseball, Mason Miller, is on the trade block. The Cubs probably can't match what the Padres are seeking - but that might still work in their favor.

Turns Out, PCA's Great Catch Last Night Was Something of a Record-Breaker - Bleacher NationPete Crow-Armstrong is a historically good center fielder, technically speaking.

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8 Trade Deadline Predictions 🔮Calling our shot on Lindor, Skubal, more ahead of Aug. 3 ➡️

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Top Non-Rental Trade Targets 🎯Ranking Mason Miller, more players who could help beyond this year ➡️

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Royals could be prime trade partner for Phillies after insider's latest intelWith a seller's approach looming for the Royals two weeks out from the MLB trade deadline a potential suitor for multiple KC trade assets may've just surfaced.

A New Post-Draft Top Chicago Cubs Prospect List Has Some Dramatic Changes - Bleacher NationA whole lot to reconsider about the top prospects in the Cubs' farm system.

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🧐 Bo Bichette drama 🎯 New names on the move? 📳 LIVE with insider Jon Heyman

SB Nation Reacts survey: Which Cubs prospect would you not give up in a deadline deal?Make your choice!

This may be the worst bullpen in Royals historyRoyals relievers are bad again.

The Cubs' Path to a Big Trade Deadline Is Narrowing - Bleacher NationJed Hoyer laid out the math himself: a first-round bye is worth a lot, and it changes what you're willing to pay for. With the Cubs' NL Central odds down to single digits, that calculus is pointing somewhere less exciting than Cubs fans want.

Phil Maton Knee Situation "Is Not Great," More Opinions Coming - Bleacher NationCraig Counsell says this time it'll be more of an extended absence.

Cubs pitching staff reunion tour could now include suddenly available Astros armThe Chicago Cubs have already reunited with Aaron Civale and Drew Pomeranz to fortify their pitching staff. Could their next target be Nate Pearson?

Royals Win a Series, Lose Their Minds Sunday, and Face a Loaded Trade DeadlineThe Kansas City Royals start the homestand with a series win, and some progress in the farm shines!

Jameson Taillon is Back, and So Are the Dingers - What's the Cure? - Bleacher NationWhy is Jameson Taillon giving up more homers than anyone in baseball?

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Ian Happ is the Superhero vs. the TigersThe Cubs comeback bid comes up short and ends in a 8-6 loss to the Tigers.

Cubs got harsh trade deadline reminder during Jameson Taillon's implosion vs TigersJameson Taillon's return to the Chicago Cubs rotation was going to be an important marker for what direction Jed Hoyer and Co. may take at the 2026 trade deadli

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Prime Royals trade asset's hot streak couldn't come at better time with deadline loomingLane Thomas has been on fire in recent weeks, which surely spells good things for the Royals when it comes to a potential trade return for him at the deadline.

This Week in the Minors: Quad Cities throws a no-hitterThe young prospect was in the middle of it

Inches from a Win, Thornton's Heel, Assad, Benches-Clearing, Maddux, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe Cubs could've won that game, which would've been thrilling. As it was, I am bummed.

Tigers 8, Cubs 6: The 10th inning Wrigley Field disasterThe Cubs made a stirring comeback, but it fell apart in extra innings.

Cubs News: Jed Hoyer's trade deadline priority, Cubs Convention, Theo EpsteinJed Hoyer certainly made it sound like there's one specific thing the Chicago Cubs are looking for at the MLB trade deadline.

Kansas City Royals News: Kendry Chourio combined for no-hitterPlus Salvador Perez got closer to tying a home run record.

Chicago Cubs news — Boyd, Imanaga, HoernerThe Cubs’ Matthew Boyd displays top form Saturday as one of three quality starts to help win the Twins series.

3 Cubs prospects suddenly expendable at the trade deadline after the 2026 MLB DraftThe Chicago Cubs' 2026 MLB Draft may make life easier for Jed Hoyer and Co. at the MLB trade deadline.

Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch Go Back-to-Back! - Bleacher NationA couple guys who are mighty hot of late.

Pete Crow-Armstrong Face-Plants for a Diving Catch - Bleacher NationIt's cliche at this point - and, I suppose, technically inaccurate - to say that Pete Crow-Armstrong catches everything. But, man, he just makes that thought pop into your head so often.

Enhanced Box Score: Tigers 8, Cubs 6 - July 20, 2026 - Bleacher NationWhat an incredibly deflating loss. Had the Cubs just lost it 4-0 after that first inning, well, it would've really sucked but I don't know that the air

IAN HAPP GAME-TYING BLAST IN THE 8TH INNING! - Bleacher NationClutch Ian Happ.

Tigers vs. Cubs (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Detroit Tigers' 8-6 win vs. Chicago Cubs 🎥

Royals walkoff the Giants with buntsSalvador Perez is now one homer away from tying George Brett’s all-time Royals home run lead.

Cubs BCB After Dark: Matt Shaw or Pedro Ramírez?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks which young infielder you prefer.

Giants vs. Royals (07/20/2026)

Full highlights from Kansas City Royals' 4-3 win vs. San Francisco Giants 🎥

Cubs can solve one major 2026 trade deadline problem this week against TigersIf the Chicago Cubs want Tarik Skubal at the 2026 trade deadline, the path starts this week against the Detroit Tigers.

Cubs vs. Tigers Monday 7/20 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.