Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers - August 19, 2025

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Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Brewers logo, Brewers 79-46, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 1, 5 1, 6 2, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 4, H 8, E 1

Cubs logo, Cubs 71-54, 1 2, 2 0, 3 3, 4 0, 5 0, 6 1, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 6, H 8, E 0

Pitching

WinnerM. Boyd (12-6)

LoserC. Patrick (3-8)

SaveD. Palencia (17)

Scoring

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Top 4Christian Yelich homers to right field.

Bot 3Willi Castro homers to right field. Pete Crow-Armstrong scores. Seiya Suzuki scores.

Bot 1Owen Caissie singles to right field. Willi Castro to third. Pete Crow-Armstrong scores. Seiya Suzuki scores.

What's Buzzing

Bob Nightengale

Diamondbacks,sans Ketel Marte, keep pace in wild-card race after dramatic comeback win over the Cubs https://t.co/W4AKA43TyC

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Inside the decisions that led to a remarkable @Dbacks win over the @Cubs. https://t.co/bwj7nBaH55

MLB Pipeline

The sons of former Yankee greats have mashed to begin their respective pro careers. You know their dads for pitching, but Luke Pettitte (#Yankees) and Carsten Sabathia III (#Brewers) both homered on the same day at Single-A: https://t.co/cryzXBZhYa

Bleacher Nation

Enhanced Box Score: Diamondbacks 5, Cubs 4 — August 25, 2026 https://t.co/RBGVDN3aFR

Chicago Cubs

FINAL: Diamondbacks 5, Cubs 4.

Brewers vs. Cubs Highlights

Full recap from Chicago's 6-4 win vs. Milwaukee 🎥

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Brewers’ comeback falls short in bizarre 3-2 loss to MetsCooper Pratt’s mid-game benching looms large after David Hamilton’s error ends it in the 10th

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Minor League Wrap: Kane Kepley leads Smokies past ShuckersWins for the Smokies and the Pelicans. The Cubs’ top prospect homers for 100 RBI.

Cubs vs. Diamondbacks (08/25/2026)

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Chicago Cubs - 08/25/2026

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Cubs BCB After Dark: Who should be the bullpen reinforcement?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks which pitcher should join the team when rosters expand.

Brewers vs. Mets (08/25/2026)

New York Mets vs. Milwaukee Brewers - 08/25/2026

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Cubs have chance to rewrite payroll narrative with looming Seiya Suzuki decisionSeiya Suzuki is becoming too important to the Chicago Cubs for them to lose him. Will they be able to keep him with free agency looming?

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Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Tuesday 8/25 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Chicago Cubs vs. Arizona Diamondbacks preview, Tuesday 8/25, 8:40 CTThe Cubs go for the series win.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong should help Cubs replicate Silver Slugger success that feels sustainablePete Crow-Armstrong is a clear candidate for National League Silver Slugger honors, but the larger takeaway is what it means for the Cubs in the playoffs

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Brewers DFA recent trade addition to make room for Sal Frelick's return from IL56 different players have already appeared on the Milwaukee Brewers' roster at some point during the 2026 season. To cover a full 162-game season, which is boun

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Positive Injury Updates on Justin Steele and Ben Brown ... When Could We See Them? - Bleacher NationThe Cubs are currently in Arizona to face the Diamondbacks, which means several injured pitchers currently rehabbing in Mesa have had the opportunity to be in

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The Short Porch is thinking about Pedro Ramírez and Matt ShawWho should play second base while Dansby Swanson is on the injured list?

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Brewers send two key relievers on rehab assignments as September roster expansion loomsIt's not necessarily surprising for pitching injuries to pop up at this point in Major League Baseball's 162-game marathon. Young starters are often approaching

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One of the Upcoming Cubs-Brewers Games Just Got a Schedule Tweak - Bleacher NationIt's not a huge surprise to see one of these games flipped to a national broadcast.

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The Cubs have announced their 150th anniversary teamThere have been many great players in Cubs history. They’ll be honored at Wrigley Field on Saturday.

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Brewers' minor league outfielder set to undergo foot surgery, likely ending his 2026 seasonRemember way back before the 2026 season officially started when the Milwaukee Brewers traded for outfielder Luis Matos in the wake of the hand fracture that Ja

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The Kevin Gausman We've Been Looking For - Bleacher NationThat was the Kevin Gausman we've been looking for, eh? A veteran bulldog who owns that mound when he's out there.

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An Additional Reason the Win Against the Diamondbacks Was Very Good News - Bleacher NationThe Cubs find themselves in a very good spot with NL tiebreakers.

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Announcing BN Collectibles! - Bleacher NationWe're going to start covering collectibles here at Bleacher Nation, from baseball cards to memorabilia to vintage to anything that strikes us as interesting!

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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Kevin Gausman is the Superhero vs. the DiamondbacksThe Cubs win 7-0 behind a strong performance from Gausman and the offense.

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Garrett Mitchell’s thoughtful tribute to legendary ESPN broadcaster highlights nostalgic Little League ClassicOutside of the final score, the Little League Classic was once again a huge success. The Milwaukee Brewers were defeated by the Atlanta Braves by a score of 4-2

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Ranking MVP Favorites 📊Top 10 candidates in heated AL, NL races 📲

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The Diamondbacks Think the Cubs Were Stealing Pitcher Signs and Grips, Which Made Them Very Sad - Bleacher NationApparently only players can pick up when a pitcher is tipping pitches. Coaches aren't allowed, according to the Diamondbacks.

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Cubs get Justin Steele progress they've waited for with one important caveatAssuming no further setbacks, Justin Steele is finally nearing the start of a minor-league rehab assignment for the Chicago Cubs.

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Resumed Relentlessness, Conforto's Big Night, Ramirez and Shaw, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThat was a fun win, where the Cubs smoked the Diamondbacks and didn't even require Pete Crow-Armstrong to do much to help make it happen.

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Chicago Cubs unveil 150th anniversary teamCHICAGO - The Chicago Cubs have unveiled their 150th anniversary team ahead of Saturday's celebration at Wrigley Field. The club is hosting a celebration at Gallagher Way before Saturday's 1:20 p.m. game against the Reds. The Cubs released a roster of 40 players and three managers and over 20 will be in attendance on Saturday.

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D-Backs SP Rips Cubs Coach 😠Merrill Kelly accuses 3B coach Quintin Berry of stealing signs. Tap to watch 🎥

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Cubs 7, Diamondbacks 0: Now that’s the Kevin Gausman we expected… and Michael Conforto hits one into orbit.

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Chicago Cubs news — Happ, Civale, Peterson, RamirezIan Happ’s grand slam Sunday in the third inning blasted Seattle on the way to a 19-2 win and avoided a sweep.

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Craig Counsell responds to Cubs-Diamondbacks NSFW drama in best way possibleChicago Cubs manager had the best response imaginable to accusations from the Arizona Diamondbacks that his team was stealing signs in Monday's win.

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Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Shut Out the Diamondbacks - Bleacher NationCan't start a series much better than that, with the Cubs shutting out the Diamondbacks 7-0 in Arizona.

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Gausman fires seven shutout innings as Cubs blank Diamondbacks, 7-0, to open 3-game series in ArizonaThis is why the Chicago Cubs acquired Kevin Gausman from the Toronto Blue Jays at the trade deadline. In his fourth start with the Cubs, the veteran right-hander delivered his best performance yet Monday night, firing seven shutout innings and allowing just three hits and a walk while striking out six in a 7-0 road win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in the opener of a three-game series.

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2026 Brewers Minor League Roundup: Week 22Bitonti, Peña shine as young talent continues to emerge throughout Brewers system

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Latest MLB power rankings finally give Brewers long-overdue respectAs someone who never takes power rankings all that seriously -- there's no one on this planet that watches all 30 teams closely enough to actually analyze where

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Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 7, Diamondbacks 0 - August 24, 2026 - Bleacher NationBefore tonight's game between the Cubs and D-Backs began, I half-joked that I'd prefer a good start from Kevin Gausman to a Cubs win. Well, lucky me! I got

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Michael Conforto Left NO Doubt, and Carson Kelly Goes Back-to-Back - Bleacher NationThe Cubs had hit at least two balls hard enough (and high enough) tonight to convince me, at least briefly, that they would leave the park. Neither did. But

Cubs vs. Diamondbacks (08/24/2026)

Full highlights from Chicago Cubs' 7-0 win vs. Arizona Diamondbacks 🎥

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Cubs BCB After Dark: Would you call up Owen Ayers?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks if Owen Ayers should get a September call-up.

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Chicago Cubs vs. Arizona Diamondbacks preview, Monday 8/24, 8:40 CTThe Cubs swept the D-backs at Wrigley in May. Hope they can continue these winning ways.

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Cubs vs. Diamondbacks Monday 8/24 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Josiah Hartshorn's latest crazy feat ties him to a former Cubs disappointmentChicago Cubs prospect Josiah Hartshorn continues to turn heads - and his latest accomplishment is something we haven't seen since the days of Corey Patterson.

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Two-way star Gary Sánchez has given the Brewers exactly what they needed from him this yearVeteran catcher Gary Sánchez, who surpassed 10 years of MLB service time earlier this year, is enjoying a solid second stint with the Milwaukee Brewers. After o

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Breaking T releases “Rake Bauers Yard Work Co.” shirtJake Bauers, reporting for duty

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On The Horizon: Cubs vs. Diamondbacks series previewThe Cubs continue their western swing in Phoenix.

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Two Miscellaneous Cubs-Diamondbacks Items to Share - Bleacher NationWith the Chicago Cubs set to open a set in Arizona tonight against the Diamondbacks, there were two random items I wanted to share.

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MLBits: Astros Part with GM, PCA's Career Milestone Pace, Ohtani Nearing Return to Mound, More - Bleacher NationShohei Ohtani might return to the mound as soon as this weekend. That could impact the MVP race, but also the playoffs. That and other MLB news here.

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Brewers Reacts Survey: Which team would you feel the safest facing in the playoffs?The postseason is suddenly just over a month away

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Pretty Nice to Have Aaron Civale Available Out of the Cubs Bullpen, Eh? (Like, Very Specifically the Cubs Bullpen) - Bleacher NationWhen he's wearing a Cubs uniform, Aaron Civale is a beast.

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As of This Moment, Pete Crow-Armstrong is on Pace to Make Some Serious Chicago Cubs History - Bleacher NationYes, a 40-40 season for PCA is a realistic possibility.

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Coleman Crow's recent Triple-A success should have Brewers considering late-season rotation changeThere is just over one month remaining in the 2026 MLB regular season, meaning teams currently in playoff contention are continuing to evaluate their rosters an

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Chicago Cubs update: Pete Crow-Armstrong, David Peterson, Aaron CivaleHere’s who was hot and not for the Cubs over the past week.

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More Fun with the Cubs Going Grand Twice - Bleacher NationIt's happened a few times before in Chicago Cubs history, but two grand slams in a game is not something you see every day.

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Series Preview: Milwaukee Brewers @ New York MetsCrew hops from Williamsport to New York for battle with Mets

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2026 Brewers Week in Review: Week 22The Brewers won two series against quality opponents this week

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SB Nation Reacts Survey: Who would you rather the Cubs face in a Wild Card Series?What’s the best potential matchup for the Cubs in October?

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Cubs vs Diamondbacks: Pitching Probables, Who's Hot, Injury Info, More - Bleacher NationCubs vs Diamondbacks - It wasn't a particularly good weekend for the Chicago Cubs, but the way they thumped the Mariners on Sunday took out some of the sting. Even still, the Cubs are 6.0 full games behind the Brewers in the NL Central and only 2.0 games (plus the tie-breaker) ahead of the Phillies for the first Wild Card slot.

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Craig Counsell sends blunt Shota Imanaga message as Cubs plan for OctoberThe Chicago Cubs need more out of Shota Imanaga than what they got against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.

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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Ian Happ is the Superhero vs. the MarinersThe Cubs blast the Mariners 19-2 in the series finale.

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Latest MLB Power Rankings 📊See where the Cubs land in our latest batch of power rankings 📲

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MLB, MLBPA Meeting RegularlyCommissioner Rob Manfred confident deal will be made amid CBA talks (ESPN)

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Updated MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮How postseason could unfold with roughly one month left ➡️

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The Cubs Are Going to the Little League World Series! (Basically) - Bleacher NationThe Chicago Cubs last played in the Little League Classic back in 2019 against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they're headed back next year.

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Cubs, Blue Jays playing in 2027 Little League ClassicWILLIAMSPORT, Penn. - The Chicago Cubs are playing the Blue Jays next year in the 2027 Little League Classic, MLB announced Monday. The game is scheduled for August 19 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania - the home of the Little League World Series. This marks the North Siders second Little League Classic game after beating the Pirates [...]

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The Cubs will be in the 2027 Little League ClassicYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Bad Series But Not a Bad Team, Big Thumping, Happ, Thornton, Another Rumble, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe Cubs outscored the Mariners by 15 runs this weekend in Seattle and lost the series. Baseball.

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Cubs News: 2027 MLB Little League Classic, Ian Happ's grand slam, Carson KellyThe latest Chicago Cubs news, including the Cubs will play the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2027 MLB Little League Classic.

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MLB News Outside The Confines: MLB goes Little LeagueTeams are getting injured down the stretch. Who can bounce back next year? And other MLB News.

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Brandon Sproat, Tyler Black play key roles in Brewers' Triple-A squad's combined no-hitterOne of the key reasons for the Milwaukee Brewers' recent success is their ability to field one of the deepest 40-man rosters in all of baseball. The Brewers cer

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2026 NL Central Power Rankings: Week 22Brewers keep it rolling

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Wake Up and Watch the Cubs Wallop the Mariners - Bleacher NationThere's nothing you can do in a game to make up for the previous two, but the Cubs sure tried with their 19-2 drubbing over the Mariners.

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Cubs avoid Mariners sweep as updated MLB playoff picture and Wild Card standings come into focusIt's hard to look at the Chicago Cubs' weekend against the Seattle Mariners as anything but a disappointment. After losing the first two games in Seattle, the C

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — August 24Happy Birthday, Kurt Miller!

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Garrett Mitchell offers encouraging injury update following scare in Little League ClassicMajor League Baseball's Little League Classic is supposed to be nothing but fun, but for a few hours on Sunday night, Milwaukee Brewers fans were certainly not

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Missing Dansby, Bregman's Breakout, Brown & Steele Update, Hartshorn History, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationPerhaps I'm guilty of allowing the ebbs and flows of a baseball season get to me too much, but this team has been different (go figure) since Dansby Swanson suffered his oblique injury, and knowing he's likely out until the end of the regular season has me a little shook.

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Enhanced Box Score: Cubs 19, Mariners 2 - August 23, 2026 - Bleacher NationIt was as if the Cubs took out their frustrations of the past couple nights' losses this afternoon against the Mariners.

Michael Harris' Cold Homer 🥶 (via @Braves on X)

Braves CF ices Brewers in the 9th

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Cubs Minor League Wrap: Braxton Garrett shines in I-Cubs winWins for Iowa and South Bend today. Knoxville falls short in Pensacola and the Pelicans’ troubles continue.

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MLB Playoff Picture Shaping UpEvery AL West team has a losing record with 5 weeks to go. Full standings 📲

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Little League Classic 2027 SetCubs and Blue Jays will face off on August 19 in Williamsport

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Cubs 19, Mariners 2: Ian Happ’s grand slam leads the barrageThe Cubs took out the frustration of their last two games on the Mariners on Sunday.

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Happ and Ramírez hit grand slams to propel the Cubs to a 19-2 blowout of the MarinersSEATTLE (AP) - Ian Happ and Pedro Ramírez each hit grand slams and had five RBIs, Pete Crow-Armstrong also homered and the Chicago Cubs blew out the Seattle Mariners 19-2 on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep. Michael Conforto hit Chicago's other homer, getting his 11th of the season on a leadoff shot in the [...]

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One stat paints troubling Cubs' NL Central picture compared to Brewers in playoff raceThe Chicago Cubs remain the lone challengers to the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central, but their gap in run differential suggests it may already be decided.

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3 storylines to watch out for in Brewers and Braves' Little League Classic showdownThe Milwaukee Brewers and Atlanta Braves will face off in this year's Little League Classic tonight, Sunday, August 23. The game, which begins at 6:00 p.m. CT,

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Chicago Cubs vs. Seattle Mariners preview, Sunday 8/23, 3:10 CTThe Cubs look to end a three-game losing streak.

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Cubs vs. Mariners Sunday 8/23 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Brewers’ southpaw is quietly enjoying a necessary breakout season in 2026In recent years, the Milwaukee Brewers have grown a reputation for trading away their All-Stars just before their final year of team control. It's a strategy bo

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How possible is a Brandon Woodruff return in 2026?Brandon Woodruff was thought to need surgery. Apparently not. Can he actually return in 2026?

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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Tyrone Taylor is the Superhero vs. the MarinersDisaster strikes Jacob Webb as Randy Arozarena walks it off for the Mariners.

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Shelby Miller could be the bullpen addition the Cubs never made at the trade deadlineWith the Chicago Cubs' bullpen in need of reliable arms, a quickly-recovering Shelby Miller could be an asset with the postseason right around the corner.

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Cubs' Jaxon Wiggins experiment creates obvious September call-up decisionJaxon Wiggins has been thriving as a relief pitcher and is giving the Chicago Cubs a clear option once rosters expand in September.

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Mariners 5, Cubs 4: The Jacob Webb disasterThe Cubs reliever had been so good, and was on this night… until, suddenly and unhappily, he wasn’t.

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Chicago Cubs news — Bregman, Happ, Busch, PCA, Palencia, BoydAlex Bregman celebrates his ninth-inning, game-tying home run Friday night. However, Seattle pulled out the win in extras, 6-5.

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Biggest MLB Disappointments 😔10 early-season names who failed to meet expectations five months into season ➡️

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Cubs' Marquee broadcast gets plenty right but one annoyance still lingersA rollercoaster year of Chicago Cubs baseball has given Marquee Sports Network a lot of material to work with in 2026. Whether it's the regular duo of Boog Scia

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Pat Murphy reveals updated timeline for Sal Frelick's return to Brewers' rosterMilwaukee Brewers' outfielder Sal Frelick has been sidelined for more than one month, which is a rarity for the 26-year-old Gold Glove Award winner. Prior to th

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Cubs Minor League Wrap: Josiah Hartshorn hits his 20th HR in South Bend winJosiah Hartshorn, Angel Cepeda and Pierce Coppola lead a SB win. Iowa wins in extras.

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Cubs' Alex Bregman has gone from easy out to an elite clutch hitter in the second halfChicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman has flipped the switch in the second half, emerging as a lethal offensive threat in the middle of the lineup.

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Cubs vs. Mariners Saturday 8/22 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Chicago Cubs vs. Seattle Mariners preview, Saturday 8/22, 6:15 CTThe Cubs look to even up their series in Seattle.

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Brewers hold Braves to one run for second straight game, pick up MLB-best 81st winJake Bauers’ two-run homer gave Logan Henderson all the run support he needed

Brewers Stay Hot 🍻

Milwaukee beats Atlanta again to win their 6th of their last 7 games

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Explaining why the Cubs keep sending a successful Javier Assad to Triple-AJavier Assad has successfully filled a variety of roles for the Chicago Cubs this season. So why does the team keep optioning him to Triple-A Iowa?

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Brewers' veteran Brandon Woodruff reverses course on season-ending surgery decisionBack on July 18, Milwaukee Brewers' veteran right-hander Brandon Woodruff announced that he was set to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery to repair a new te

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2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Alex Bregman is the Superhero vs. the MarinersThe Cubs tie it late but lose in extras to Mariners 6-5.

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Brewers' Kyle Harrison not worried about velocity trend since returning from ILThrough Kyle Harrison’s first 11 starts with the Milwaukee Brewers, everything appeared to be clicking. The 25-year-old, who landed in Milwaukee after being tra

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MLB HR Leader Rankings 📊Where each squad's slugger stacks up from obvious to most shocking ➡️

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Cubs get brutal Mariners surprise with baseball's top pitching prospectThe Chicago Cubs are facing a daunting task on Saturday after the Seattle Mariners are set to call-up Kade Anderson.

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A Lousy, Frustrating, Annoying Loss, Boyd's Fastball, Missing Swanson, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationKnew I would be dragging this morning as a result of a West Coast night game. Didn't know I'd be dragging this much, though. And yes, I put the blame squarely

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Mariners bring 1-0 series lead over Cubs into game 2Chicago Cubs (74-55, second in the NL Central) vs. Seattle Mariners (61-68, third in the AL West) Seattle; Saturday, 6:15 p.m. CDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Cubs: David Peterson (7-7, 5.29 ERA, 1.53 WHIP, 95 strikeouts); Mariners: Kade Anderson (0-0) LINE: Mariners -109, Cubs -105; over/under is 7 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Seattle Mariners host the [...]

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Enhanced Box Score: Mariners 6, Cubs 5 - August 21, 2026 - Bleacher NationThat game was quite the roller coaster, but ultimately the Cubs fell to the Mariners in the series opener, 6-5. They're now six games behind the Brewers in

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Pete Crow-Armstrong catches jab from White Sox in latest exhausting Shohei Ohtani MVP caseIt's crystal clear the National League MVP debate is down to Pete Crow-Armstrong or Shohei Ohtani. On one hand, Ohtani has become a shoo-in for the award, consi

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Mariners 6, Cubs 5: Alex Bregman homers twice, but then there’s that RISPy businessThe Cubs left 11 runners on base. They should have scored way more than five runs.

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Fan post: Welcome to the DOPE ShowA true quantitative analysis of Jon Horst’s (and others’) drafting record.

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Chicago Cubs news— Holmes, Bregman, Hoerner, TaylorClay Holmes allowed one run in 5.1 IP Wednesday, but the offense was stymied. The Cubs won the series, but dropped the finale to the White Sox, 3-0.

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Breaking T releases “Joey Ortiz Mustache” shirtCelebrate the facial hair of Milwaukee’s hottest hitter

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Cubs' farm system has unsurprisingly cratered in MLB's post-deadline rankingsAfter an active trade deadline and a series of prospect promotions, the Chicago Cubs farm system has unsurprisingly taken a dip in MLB Pipeline rankings.

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Brewers' "paper cut" offense defeats Chris Sale, NL East-leading Braves in Friday's series openerMajor League Baseball's best starting pitching matchup of Friday night, and perhaps the best of the year, took place in Milwaukee. National League Cy Young fron

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Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman Both Stay Hot With First-Inning Home Runs! - Bleacher NationPete Crow-Armstrong started things off, because of course he did! His 32nd home run of the year means he's officially passed his previous career high of 31

Cubs vs. Mariners (08/21/2026)

Full highlights from Seattle Mariners' 6-5 win vs. Chicago Cubs 🎥

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Cubs Minor League Wrap: Matt Shaw has 2 hits in Iowa win.Matt Shaw and Hoby Milner rehab in Iowa win. South Bend stops West Michigan.

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Misiorowski outduels Sale as Brewers squeak out 2-1 win over BravesIn a pitchers’ duel between aces, the Brewers came out on top

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Vin Baker to join Giannis in MiamiOne of Antetokounmpo’s favourite coaches is heading to South Beach with him.

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Daniel Palencia's Return Among Several Cubs Roster MovesIt's a day that ends in Y, so naturally, we have more Cubs roster moves to discuss! Today's moves are much more positive, though, with the return of none other than Daniel Palencia.

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MLB Players' Weekend Gear 🤩Tap for the best bats, gloves and cleats you'll see this weekend 📲

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Cubs vs. Mariners Friday 8/21 game threadsYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Cubs roster moves: Daniel Palencia activated from IL, Gabriel Arias addedThe Cubs right-hander returns after missing more than two months. Also, the team has a new backup infielder.

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Chicago Cubs vs. Seattle Mariners preview, Friday 8/21, 9:10 CTThe Cubs open a three-game series at T-Mobile Park.

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Chicago Cubs Lineup: Busch Hitting Third, Conforto DH - Bleacher NationCUBS LINEUP - After winning a series against the White Sox at home, the Cubs now travel all the way to Seattle for a three-game set, which will be followed by

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Cubs activate Daniel Palencia, option Javier Assad amidst flurry of roster movesDaniel Palencia is back. The Chicago Cubs activated their former closer from the injured list and optioned Javier Assad to Triple-A Iowa ahead of Friday's game.

Another Luis Lara Robbery 😯

Brewers OF makes up for base running blunder and has The Miz mesmerized 🎥

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Brewers' southpaw Aaron Ashby restores dominance with change to pitch usageIt's been a tale of three seasons for Milwaukee Brewers' southpaw Aaron Ashby. Milwaukee's Swiss-Army Knife reliever got off to a record-breaking start, during

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On The Horizon: Cubs vs. Mariners series previewThe Cubs begin a western road swing in Seattle.

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How Are Execs and Agents Feeling About the Prospect of an MLB Lockout? - Bleacher NationWho expects a fully-cancelled 2027 MLB season? Thankfully not too many.

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The Short Porch is taking a closer look at Seiya SuzukiThe Cubs right fielder is quietly putting together another excellent season

Will PCA Dethrone Shohei? 👀

Battle for NL MVP is HEATED

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Cubs chairman Tom Ricketts isn’t as ‘cheap’ as some say he isHere are several recent examples of where the Cubs have shelled out big money.

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West Coast Time: Cubs vs Mariners Series Preview - Bleacher NationCubs vs Mariners - West Coast road trip means West Coast start times. And that stiiiiiiiiiinks.

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Cubs Prospect Jaxon Wiggins is Currently Pitching Very Well in Relief, You Say? - Bleacher NationThe Iowa Cubs moved Jaxon Wiggins into the bullpen a few appearances ago, and he has thrown three strong single-inning outings since.

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The Awards Race Dividing MLB Fans 🤼‍♀️Wetherholt vs. Stewart has turned into a new school vs. old school debate for the ages 📲

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Brewers’ avoid Kade Anderson challenge that Cubs will now have to endureThere was never much fear that the Milwaukee Brewers would fail to take care of business against the Seattle Mariners this week once they opened up their three-

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Cubs Prospects Report | August 21, 2026: Iowa Wins In Extras, Knoxville Splits, More - Bleacher NationRecapping the Cubs' minor league action from Thursday, August 20th.

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Will Mark Walter Have to Sell the Los Angeles Dodgers? - Bleacher NationIf you've been wanting a deeper in the weeds understanding of what Dodgers owner Mark Walter's insurance companies have allegedly been doing, why it's potentially quite dodgy, and why this story is far from over, this is the best I've seen.

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Brewers starter jackets from HomageYour parents can’t say no anymore!

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Cubs quickly undo puzzling David Peterson decision that never made senseDavid Peterson has returned to the Chicago Cubs' starting rotation, and that is where he belongs for the rest of the season.

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The Cubs are having a 150th anniversary celebration next weekendThere will be celebrations of the team’s long history during the next homestand.

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Every Team's Franchise Cornerstone in 2029 🔮Who will be the No. 1 star on your favorite team three years from now? 📲

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Bregman's Turnaround, PCA's Value, Miller's Outing, Franklin's Return, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe Cubs head out west, starting a series in Seattle tonight, and then heading to Phoenix to face the Diamondbacks. It's always just a little bit tougher

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Which Brewers top prospect will get the call next?The Brewers have another wave of prospects coming — here’s who could arrive first