Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates - May 18, 2024

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Teams

Pirates logo, Pirates 21-26, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 0, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 0, H 4, E 0

Cubs logo, Cubs 26-21, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 0, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 1, R 1, H 5, E 0

Pitching

WinnerH. Neris (5-0)

LoserD. Bednar (2-3)

Scoring

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Bot 9Christopher Morel singles to shallow center field. Cody Bellinger scores.

What's Buzzing

Jesse Rogers

The Cubs have declined their option on pitcher Colin Rea, per a source. He ranked second in innings pitched for them each of the last 2 years. Solid contributor until they added at the deadline in July, then didn't see as much time on the mound. He's a free agent now.

jon greenberg

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The Cubs have a lot of guys on this list, including three of the top 10 FAs.

The Athletic

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This year’s MLB free-agent class is one of the weakest in memory, especially if a team is looking for bats, writes Keith Law. His top 40 ranking: https://t.co/UVOLPlZ4L5

Crawly's Cubs Kingdom

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What if I told you 17 minutes of rain would wash away 108 years of drought? As @obvious_shirts says, the greatest game ever played was on a Wednesday in Cleveland. It was #OTD that the #Cubs beat the Indians 8-7 in extra innings to finally win the World Series! A back and forth

Cubs On Tap

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ON THIS DATE: ten years ago from today, the Cubs gave us one of THE GREATEST BASEBALL GAMES ever played, and they took a ring home with them as a reward. Never forget. Where was you? Comment below and let’s hear your stories.

Bleacher Nation

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Offseason Really Gets Going, Gold Glove History and Honors, Heaters, and Other Cubs Bullets https://t.co/x9e7IbPgdx

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Offseason Really Gets Going, Gold Glove History and Honors, Heaters, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationToday is the day that the MLB offseason really begins to fire off.

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MLB News Outside the Confines: Winter is hereThe Brewers celebration continues. Free agency talk starts. A Japanese star is posted and other baseball news.

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Picking Every MLB Team's MVP, Cy Young and ROY 🏆Looking back on the Cubs' standout players in 2026 📲

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Ranking Best Fan Traditions 🙌"Take Me Out to the Ballgame," Cheeseheads and the best fan rituals in sports 📲

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Predicting Early Signings in Free Agency 🔮Why Brandon Lowe could decide to remain in Pittsburgh 📲

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — November 2Flags fly forever! Celebrate the official 10th anniversary of the World Series!

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Pirates' overlooked trade candidate could solve a problem Ben Cherington still hasn't addressedThe Pittsburgh Pirates have spent years stockpiling pitching talent. This offseason, it might finally be time to turn some of that depth into something they des

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4 former Cubs hitting free agency and their chances of returning to ChicagoFree-agent reunions are always popular ideas among Chicago Cubs fans, but they ofter are tough to map out.

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Here’s where the Pirates stand in the offseason power rankingsThe Bucs have some expectations this season.

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Two of the Five Chicago Cubs Gold Glove Nominees Are Winners! - Bleacher NationTwo weeks ago, Rawlings announced all of their Gold Glove nominees for the 2026 MLB season, and five members of the Chicago Cubs were recognized: Pete

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Chicago Cubs news: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman win Gold GlovesTwo Cubs came home with a Gold Glove tonight.

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Gold Glove Winners Revealed 🌟PCA, Bellinger and Rafaela headline top defensive players. Full list here 📲

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Cubs have another Guardians trade target even if Steven Kwan is unavailableJo Adell could be the Cleveland Guardians' outfielder the Chicago Cubs target this offseason if Steven Kwan isn't available.

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Pirates' latest coaching hire could give them an inside track on newly available Astros pitcherNever hurts to add a little more pitching depth.

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Cubs prospect Ethan Conrad training in Arizona, preparing for important 2027Former Chicago Cubs first-round draft pick Ethan Conrad was spotted training with Myles Bailey in Arizona as he looks to shake off an injury-curtailed 2026.

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Cubs' latest pitching opportunity could from Astros admitting an offseason mistakeRyan Weiss has the look of a low-risk flier for the Chicago Cubs this offseason after he was cut loose by the Houston Astros.

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Cubs could make a $42 million move to end a constant bullpen problemA contract prediction for Adrian Morejon has come out, and it seems doable for the Chicago Cubs if they're willing to add more bullpen certainty.

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World Series Anniversaries, Pitching Transactions, Halloween Candy, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationLast year, Game 6 of the World Series between the Blue Jays and Dodgers took place on Oct. 31, and the Dodgers won 3-1 to force a Game 7. The next day saw one

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Cubs historical sleuthing: 1966 editionSix decades have gone by since this scene at Wrigley.

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Cubs face an uneasy Freddy Peralta question after latest contract projectionIs he really worth ace-caliber money?

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Chicago Cubs news — Carson Kelly, Matthew Boyd and Cubs killersTwo Cubs opt for free agency and other news from and around the Friendly Confines.

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Cubs get an unwelcome wakeup call from ESPN's way-too-early MLB power rankingsThe Chicago Cubs didn't even sniff the Milwaukee Brewers in 2026. Milwaukee finished the regular season with a 14-game advantage over the Cubs, and throughout t

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3 Cubs prospects who should be untouchable in trade talks this winterThe Chicago Cubs have a lot of difficult decisions to make this offseason, and a mediocre free agent class will likely force them to pivot to the trade market.

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Gleyber Torres free agency prediction reveals why Pirates can't afford to lose Brandon LoweIt's his way or the highway.

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Cubs pitching prospect's AFL breakout takes a deflating turn with injury scareChicago Cubs' pitching prospect Dominick Reid appeared to suffer an injury during his latest AFL start.

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Skenes & Livvy's Elf Costume 😂Turns out Buddy can throw heat 🎥

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Pirates' award-winning pitching prospect could force an uncomfortable offseason decisionThe Pittsburgh Pirates spent much of the 2026 season searching for answers in their bullpen. Now, one potential solution is already in their organization — but

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MLB exec sees Tyler Stephenson as potential Cubs replacement for Carson KellyJim Bowden sees longtime Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson as a potential Chicago Cubs replacement for Carson Kelly should he leave via free agency.

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Wrigley Field bollard construction update: October 31Work around the ballpark continues.

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Former Cubs prospect's strange World Series connection is hard to ignore after Brewers victoryPlaying a key part in two drought-busting championships.

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Wrigley Field historical sleuthing: Two Hall of Famers from a visiting teamOne player just beginning a Hall of Fame career, the other just about to wrap one up.

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Cubs plowing ahead with MLB All-Star Game security updates at Wrigley FieldThe Chicago Cubs are hard at work implementing security upgrades around Wrigley Field in anticipation of hosting the 2027 MLB All-Star Game next summer.

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Brewers Parade, Pokémon Cards, Mutual Options and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe Brewers won the World Series earlier this week, as Brett discussed in Thursday's bullets. I went to the game at Tropicana Field and honestly had an

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MLB's Top FA Storylines 📖Moves to watch after World Series 📲

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No matter what Jed Hoyer does, Daniel Palencia will make or break 2027 Cubs bullpenA return to form from Daniel Palencia is critical for the Chicago Cubs in 2027, but feels far from a sure thing after an up-and-down showing this season.

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Chicago Cubs news — Palencia, Holmes, Boyd, Hoyer, MalleeYour best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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The 25 biggest Cubs killers who haunted Chicago throughout historyThe Chicago Cubs have faced many players who've completely crushed them in their careers, yet there are some that stand out among the rest

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Red Sox free-agent hurler could give Pirates perfect buy-low candidate to bolster the rotationThere's a delicate balancing act that Ben Cherington must undertake in order to fill all of the Pittsburgh Pirates' needs, build upon 2026's promising turnaroun

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Cubs can't ignore an important lesson from their Dylan Cease miss last offseasonThe Chicago Cubs need to reflect on last year's failed Dylan Cease pursuit and the price of durability as they enter an offseason focused on pitching.

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Pirates' latest Esmerlyn Valdez update comes with a troubling offensive realityEsmerlyn Valdez is healthy again and preparing to play winter ball in the Dominican Republic. That's encouraging news for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but a troublin

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Jim Bowden's free-agent predictions expose Pirates' most glaring offseason contradictionThe Pittsburgh Pirates have plenty of holes to fill this offseason, but Jim Bowden's latest free-agent predictions raise an interesting question about whether t

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Why Pirates need to re-sign Brandon LoweBrandon Lowe is a free agent this winter after a great first season with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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Vogey Sings 'Stacy's Mom' 💀Brewers parade has gone off the rails. Watch here 📲

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Cubs could turn back to Japan to find next rotation staple in Kaima TairaJapanese right-hander Kaima Taira will be posted by the Seibu Lions, giving MLB teams, including the Chicago Cubs, a chance to sign him this offseason.

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Turns Out the Cubs Reportedly ARE the Mystery NL Central Team in on Taiwanese Righty Jyun-Yue Tseng - Bleacher NationFun mystery (solved?) about the Cubs pursuing a Taiwanese closer.

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Cubs Rumors: Clay Holmes reunion could be derailed by another of his former teamsThe New York Mets are reportedly open to a reunion with Clay Holmes, which could complicate Jed Hoyer's efforts to rebuild the Chicago Cubs pitching staff.

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A few thoughts about the Cubs and Trent ThorntonThe right-hander did pretty well for the Cubs… other than a couple of major meltdowns.

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A Note on Trade Speculation and Suggestions at the Outset of the Offseason - Bleacher NationIt's fun to break down whacky trade suggestions, but you also have to listen to your gut.

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Cubs could get a Clay Holmes reunion at a surprisingly affordable price With starting rotation questions, the Chicago Cubs could stabilize their rotation on the cheap after Clay Holmes' recent contract projection.

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Pirates' Mitch Keller just admitted something that makes his $38.8 million future even more complicatedMitch Keller's disappointing 2026 season might have been more complicated than his statistics suggest. Unfortunately for the Pittsburgh Pirates, that only makes

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Kaima Taira's Team Has Accepted His Posting Request, So He's Coming to MLB - Bleacher NationKaima Taira is coming to MLB, and the Cubs need to get in the mix.

2027 World Series Odds Are Here 👀

...and the Brewers aren't favorites

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MLB News: World Series, Milwaukee Brewers, William Contreras, MLB lockoutPlus, what comes next for both World Series teams?

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1 free agent from each NL Central rival the Cubs should zero in onAs the Chicago Cubs enter a pivotal offseason, targeting these four free agents from NL Central rivals could bolster the roster for 2027.

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MLB Power Rankings Entering Free Agency 🔢Where the Pirates stand as one of the better teams heading into the offseason ➡️

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Alcantara Blowing Up, Future Role, Martin's Progress, Austin, Assad, Radio, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationWhat does the future look like for Kevin Alcantara?

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Predicting MLB Teams' Qualifying Offers 🔮Examining if Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ will accept or reject what the Cubs propose 📲

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Ranking 10 Most Likely 1st-Time Champions 🏆Looking at which teams are most likely to follow the Brewers' path to glory ➡️

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — October 30Aroldis Chapman gets the final eight outs in Game 5 of the 2016 World Series to keep the Cubs alive in the Series.

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3 Tarik Skubal suitors that should have the Cubs feeling nervousThe Chicago Cubs are expected to be involved in the bidding for Tarik Skubal, but they will have company.

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Pirates could spend $67 million in free agency just to keep the same team togetherThe Pittsburgh Pirates could commit $67 million in free agency this offseason without adding a single new player to their roster. That's the uncomfortable reali

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Cubs have a Pete Crow-Armstrong advantage Reds may envy with Elly De La CruzAll thanks to the magic of foresight.

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Jim Bowden's Brandon Lowe prediction leaves Pirates with almost no excuse to let him walkThe prevailing sentiment has been that Brandon Lowe's market will be hot this offseason, making it seem like the Pittsburgh Pirates will really have to stretch

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Cubs could turn Jared Banner hire into a surprising Orioles trade opportunityThe Chicago Cubs recently lost their assistant GM to Baltimore. Could that new connection be used to facilitate a trade?

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Turns Out the Cubs Stepped Up to Retain John Mallee - Bleacher NationThe Mets didn't so much pass on John Mallee as the Cubs stepped up to keep him.

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Clay Holmes and Matthew Boyd Have Easy Options Decisions, and Will Head Into Free Agency - Bleacher NationThe Cubs are losing as many as six starting pitchers to free agency.

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Cubs protect Craig Counsell's coaching staff with a timely move against MetsDespite interest from the New York Mets, John Mallee is remaining with the Chicago Cubs after reworking his contract.

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A few thoughts about the Cubs and Caleb ThielbarOne year of Thielbar should have been enough.

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The 2026-27 MLB Offseason: Dates, Deadlines, and When to Expect Which Things (Probably) - Bleacher NationAll the MLB dates and deadlines for the offseason ahead! ... unless the lockout changes everything.

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Pirates passed on Matt Arnold in 2019, but Brewers' World Series win exposes a much bigger problemIn November 2019, the Pittsburgh Pirates were searching for a general manager who could transform their struggling organization into a sustainable small-market

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Cubs get a second chance to fix Michael King mistake after Padres opt outMichael King has opted out of his deal with the San Diego Padres, giving the Chicago Cubs another chance at him this offseason.

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Pirates should have hope after Brewers’ World Series championshipThe Pittsburgh Pirates might be getting closer to their goals.

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Cubs facing total pitching overhaul as official free agency news hits hardFree agent is arriving for the Chicago Cubs, and Matthew Boyd and Clay Holmes are joining the fray after declining their player options.

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Everything to Know on Lockout and Key Upcoming Dates ⚾Outlining what to watch for during the MLB offseason ➡️

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Way-Too-Early 2027 MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮Looking ahead to how the Cubs could fare next season ➡️

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MLB’s 2026-27 offseason calendar: Free agents, awards, Rule 5 draft, non-tenders, arbitration, moreBaseball doesn’t stop just because there are no games. Here’s everything that will happen before next season begins.

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The Options Decisions Begin: Michael King Declines His Option and Hits Free Agency - Bleacher NationMichael King was great down the stretch for the Padres, and now he gets another chance to get paid.

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Brewers Win It All, Cubs Motivation, Insurance, MLBPA, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationAll we can hope is that the Chicago Cubs feel just that extra nudge of hunger, having seen their division rival do everything so well this year.

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Pirates paid a premium for another elite shortstop with no obvious future openingThe Pittsburgh Pirates are doing something interesting at the shortstop position. Obviously, when you employ one of the game's brightest young stars, Konnor Gri

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Cubs living rent-free in Brewers’ star’s mind after winning World SeriesThe Milwaukee Brewers won their first World Series in franchise history and all that All-Star closer Trevor Megill could talk about was the Chicago Cubs.

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1 Player Every Team Should Re-Sign in Free Agency 💰Who the Cubs must prioritize bringing back 📲

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Chicago Cubs news — PCA, Suzuki, Happ, Suarez, TsengPete Crow-Armstrong has won the Player of the Year and National League Outstanding Player Awards voted on by his peers.

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The MLB Offseason Begins RIGHT NOW - Bleacher NationWill it be an exciting offseason around the league? Or a long, cold, slow one?

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3 best Cubs performances from 2026 and why they matteredThe Chicago Cubs had three performances that stand above the rest in 2026, and each have an implication for the 2027 season.

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Surprising Pirates reunion prediction could become an expensive offseason mistakeThe Pittsburgh Pirates have plenty of needs to address this offseason, and upgrading their bullpen should be among their priorities. But one MLB insider's surpr

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Pirates need to add a veteran starting pitcherThe Bucs have a good rotation. It still needs a veteran arm, however.

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MLB's New Winning Formula 🏆Brewers title proves there's another path to World Series success

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Early 2027 World Series Odds 🤔Newly crowned champs aren't the betting favorites to repeat 📲

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Best World Series Moments of Modern Era 🏆Ranking the 10 most memorable Fall Classic moments of the last 25 years 📲

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Cubs BCB After Dark: When will baseball return?The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks when will the lockout end.

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Radical MLB realignment suggestion would pit Cubs, Yankees, Red Sox as division rivalsA recent MLB realignment idea made waves on social media, and it certainly wouldn't be great for the Chicago Cubs.

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2026 World Series Game 5: Brewers at Rays, 7 p.m. CTBest of seven for this year’s World Championship!

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Giving Jed Hoyer an end-of-season grade as Cubs look ahead to a chaotic winterJed Hoyer is yet to deliver a division winner as the leader of the Chicago Cubs front office and faces an uphill battle to flip the script this offseason.

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Pirates' newest second-base prospect offers something their strikeout-prone lineup desperately needsMore offensive balance is the goal.

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The Short Porch is thinking about World Series long shotsThe Rays came back to win Game 4, but can they come back to win the World Series?

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Cubs Catcher Prospect Miguel Useche Deserves a Nod - Bleacher NationThe Cubs may have found a surprising future contributor in Miguel Useche.

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World Series matchup doesn’t change need for salary cap/floor systemThe Pittsburgh Pirates are watching their division rival pull off an improbable run.

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Cubs face another potential front office shakeup as Mariners narrow manager searchChicago Cubs' director of player development Jason Kanzler is a finalist for the Seattle Mariners' managerial search.

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Pirates' latest Astros hire reveals bigger plan to fix disappointing pitching staffThe Pittsburgh Pirates have spent years building their reputation around pitching development. After a disappointing 2026 season, however, they're increasingly

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Pete Crow-Armstrong is the MLBPA Players Choice Player of the YearMore hardware for the Cubs center fielder.

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A New Pitcher Target from Taiwan, Perhaps? Jyun-Yue Tseng Hits the Market - Bleacher NationAt least one NL Central club is looking at Taiwanese righty Jyun-Yue Tseng.

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Astros part ways with former Cubs slugging prospect eyeing an overseas opportunityThe Houston Astros have released former Chicago Cubs outfielder Nelson Velazquez, who is expected to pursue an opportunity in Asia.

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Pitching Wild MLB Trade Ideas 😮How the Rangers and Cubs can put together a stunning move ➡️

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A few thoughts about the Cubs and Colin ReaThe right-hander has had a decent MLB career. But it could be over.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong is the Players Choice NL Outstanding Player and Player of the Year for 2026! - Bleacher NationAs expected and deserved, Pete Crow-Armstrong has won the MLB Players Association honors for the NL's Outstanding Player and the overall Player of the Year.

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White Sox play-by-play opening could deliver the Cubs broadcast change fans craveThe Chicago White Sox are moving on from TV broadcaster John Schriffen, which could potentially lead to Chicago Cubs radioman Zach Zaidman leaving.

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Pirates' most infamous trade comes back to haunt them in Rays' World Series thrillerEight years after the Pittsburgh Pirates made one of the most regrettable trades in franchise history, the two pitchers at the center of that deal found themsel

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MLB Player Choice Awards 🗳️Peer voting results here 📲

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Rays 12th Inning Comeback, Attempts at Making History, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationThe Tampa Bay Rays walked off Game Four of the World Series to stay alive for one more day.

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Red Sox emerge as Seiya Suzuki suitor with a familiar Cubs connectionThe Boston Red Sox may enter the mix for Seiya Suzuki, and the connection is someone the Chicago Cubs know all too well.

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MLB News Outside The Confines: And we will see you tomorrow nightThe Rays staved off elimination as the Brewers are so close to their first title. And other news from around baseball.

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6 potential Miguel Amaya trade partners if Cubs bring back Carson KellyIf the Chicago Cubs bring back Carson Kelly and decide to trade Miguel Amaya, nearly a quarter of MLB teams could be fits as potential landing spots.

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MLB's proposed playoff overhaul could create another hurdle for Pirates' postseason dreamsImagine the Pittsburgh Pirates finally ending their postseason drought, only to have a higher-seeded opponent publicly select them as the team it would rather f

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — October 28Happy Birthday, Esmailin Caridad!

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Pirate hire former Astros pitching coach for Minor LeaguesThe Bucs executed a steal from the Astros organization.

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Cubs BCB After Dark: Could the Cubs trade for Steven Kwan?The late-night spot for Cubs fans asks if Steven Kwan is a good trade target for the North Siders.

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2026 World Series Game 4: Brewers at Rays, 7 p.m. CTThe Brewers are on the brink of their first-ever World Series championship.

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Cubs could lose their one NL Central advantage thanks to Brewers' World Series runThe Chicago Cubs have always had the ability outspend fellow NL Central clubs, but the Milwaukee Brewers' run to the World Series could narrow the gap in 2027.

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Brewers' World Series dominance exposes a surprising truth about Pirates' biggest weaknessFor years, the Pittsburgh Pirates' biggest problem was painfully obvious: They couldn't score enough runs to compete with the National League's best teams. But

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Free-agent miss Cubs fans were furious about became a blessing in disguiseChicago Cubs fans were disappointed when Tatsuya Imai signed with the Houston Astros, but that turn of events wound up being a stroke of luck for the team.

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Pirates' troubling Arizona Fall League results expose an uncomfortable pitching development questionThe Pittsburgh Pirates have built a reputation for developing young pitchers. But one of their former top draft picks is becoming an increasingly uncomfortable

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Ian Happ's Free Agent Contract May Come Down to What a Team Believes About a Certain Part of His 2026 Performance - Bleacher NationOne particular Ian Happ wart might be the difference between a modest free agent contract and a very big one.

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This World Series won’t make a bit of difference in MLB’s labor fightThis matchup of “small-market” teams has been compelling, but it’s not going to move the needle in CBA negotiation.s

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B/R's 2026 All-MLB Team ⭐Who we selected for our squad of this year's best hitters and pitchers ➡️

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Cubs get a reality check with Jim Bowden tabbing a clear Seiya Suzuki favoriteThe latest Seiya Suzuki contract prediction is out, and it's more confirmation that he probably won't be back with the Chicago Cubs.

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Carson Kelly is Probably Going to Get a Whole Lot of Attention This Offseason - Bleacher NationThere are arguably just three starting-caliber catchers on the free agent market this year.

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A few thoughts about the Cubs and Aaron CivaleThe right-hander was much better in relief for the Cubs than as a starter for other teams.

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Cubs Farm Director Jason Kanzler is Getting Along Pretty Far in the Process for the Mariners' Managerial Gig - Bleacher NationCubs farm director Jason Kanzler has been mentioned as a candidate for the open Mariners managerial gig, and now he's going for an in-person interview.

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Cubs News: John Mallee turns down Mets, Steven Kwan's Guardians future, BrewersThe latest Chicago Cubs news, including John Mallee remaining with the team and the path to a Steven Kwan trade now looking complicated.

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How Active Will the Chicago Cubs Be Before the Lockout Begins? - Bleacher NationHistory says the Cubs may not be overly aggressive prior to the lockout, much as we might want them to be.

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Brewers' World Series rally shows Pirates what smart baseball looks likeThe most important play of the Milwaukee Brewers' historic World Series Game 3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays wasn't a home run, a spectacular defensive play o

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Complete list of injured Cubs players and what to expect from them in 2027One final look at the current list of injured Chicago Cubs players and the plan for them moving forward this offseason.

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Chicago Cubs news — Gray, Vesia, Counsell, Sausage RaceSonny Gray is another FA option for the Cubs. Seems like he’s been on their radar forever. At 37, is it his time?

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The Brewers Are Dominating Again, Extra Gear, Maddon Appears, and Other Cubs Bullets - Bleacher NationI hate lauding the Brewers at every turn, but they keep earning it.

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Pirates' Brandon Lowe embodies Roberto Clemente's legacy as uncertain future loomsWhen Major League Baseball announced New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor as the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award winner Monday morning, it was a reminder that s

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4 Cubs prospects in need of protection from the Rule 5 draftLooking ahead to 2027, the Chicago Cubs have a lot of work to do on their pitching front. They are poised to lose five starting pitchers and several relievers t

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Three things the Pirates need to do to have a successful offseasonThe Pirates need to capitalize on this season and continue to build through free-agency and the trade market.

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Cubs BCB After Dark: Should the Cubs make a change at pitching coach?Your best source for quality Chicago Cubs news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Report: Cubs Hitting Coach John Mallee Turns Down the Mets - Bleacher NationGood news, as the Cubs are retaining their assistant hitting coach, John Mallee, who was instrumental in helping PCA break out this season.

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Chicago Cubs news — Gray, Vesia, Counsell, Sausage RaceSonny Gray is another FA option for the Cubs. Seems like he’s been on their radar forever. At 37, is it his time?

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2026 World Series Game 3: Brewers at Rays, 7 p.m. CTThe Series heads to the Trop.

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Brewers' $50 million World Series hero Cooper Pratt shows Pirates what comes after Konnor Griffin extensionThe Pittsburgh Pirates made one of the most significant financial commitments in franchise history when they signed Konnor Griffin to a nine-year, $140 million

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Cubs could turn Eugenio Suárez's fall from grace into an offseason stealA short-term deal for Eugenio Suarez could help the Chicago Cubs make up for the loss of Seiya Suzuki, giving Craig Counsell some more pop in the lineup.

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Pirates' bullpen concerns look even worse after Brewers' latest World Series masterpieceThe Milwaukee Brewers are two wins away from a World Series championship, and they're providing the Pittsburgh Pirates with yet another uncomfortable reminder o

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Livvy Dunne Making Acting Debut'Baywatch' reboot series announces premiere date and TV info 📲

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AFL Mesa Solar Sox Update: Dominick Reid dazzles againThe Solar Sox go 2-3 during the third full week of the Arizona Fall League.

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Jacob Misiorowski: Dominator of Batters, Teller of Tall Tales? - Bleacher NationScratch golfer? Hardest catcher throw ever? Jacob Misiorowski tells some tales, apparently.

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WATCH: Jason Heyward Tells the Tale of The Speech - Bleacher NationSo much of the power in Jason Heyward's words came from the fact that he was the one saying them.

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Bold MLB Predictions For 2026-27 Offseason 🔮How the Pirates could make a signiifcant move ➡️

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A few thoughts about the Cubs and Carson KellyThe Cubs could benefit from another year with Kelly behind the plate.