Chicago Cubs vs. San Francisco Giants - June 19, 2024

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Box Score

Plays

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Odds

Standings

Scoring Summary

Teams

Giants logo, Giants 36-38, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 0, 5 2, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 2, H 4, E 0

Cubs logo, Cubs 35-39, 1 0, 2 2, 3 0, 4 0, 5 0, 6 0, 7 0, 8 3, 9 0, R 5, H 11, E 0

Pitching

WinnerT. Miller (2-0)

LoserT. Rogers (0-2)

SaveK. Thompson (1)

Scoring

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Bot 8Cody Bellinger singles to shallow left field, advances to 2nd. Michael Busch scores.

Top 5Curt Casali doubles to deep left center field. Mike Yastrzemski scores. Jorge Soler scores.

Bot 2Dansby Swanson homers to center field. Ian Happ scores.

What's Buzzing

CubsHQ.com

Two of baseball's best defenders call Wrigley Field home. https://t.co/EHJwoYBusp

CubsHQ.com

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The #Cubs have major holes to fill and potentially only a month to make moves before an MLB lockout. Will Jed Hoyer get aggressive early or wait out the labor uncertainty? https://t.co/jXD4gN1lgK

Bleacher Nation

Two of the Five Chicago Cubs Gold Glove Nominees Are Winners! https://t.co/IGzj240f0j

MLB Trade Rumors

The #Nationals add some infield depth in a trade with the #SFGiants: https://t.co/FbzbXWT6uB

Jeff Young

Here is a look at new #SFGiants pitching prospect Tony Neubeck. The fastball does not overpower with velo, but has a decent shape. He works that up in the zone, and does a nice job of changing the sightlines with hitters by using his chanegup/slider lower in the zone.

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Indiana lefty Tony Neubeck is signing with the Nationals after pitching to a 3.95 ERA with 75 strikeouts to 27 walks over 70.2 innings. Low-to-mid 90s fastball with carry plus a slider, changeup and cutter. Changeup tore through hitters this spring.

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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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Picking Every MLB Team's MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in 2026Who will win the awards for your team?

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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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Giants trade Nate Furman to Nationals for Minor League pitcher Tony NeubeckOne move down, many more to come.

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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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SF Giants land young lefty in trade with Nationals as Nate Furman is latest 40-man roster casualtyThe SF Giants traded Nate Furman to the Washington Nationals as part of their 40-man roster cleanup. They got a young lefty in return.

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SF Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper makes encouraging appearance at Warriors gameSF Giants broadcaster Duane Kuiper made an appearance at Sunday night's Warriors game which is a great sign after his cancer diagnosis.

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

Giants Trade Furman to Nats

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As the San Francisco Giants work through a 40-man roster crunch, they're trading infielder Nate Furman to the Washington Nationals for minor league left-hander Tony Neubeck, sources tell ESPN. There will be more roster-clearing moves like this before tomorrow's cutdown to 40.

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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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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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SF Giants Player Review 2026: Sam Hentges' return from injury left a bit to be desiredSF Giants lefty Sam Hentges came off injury and pitched alright for San Francisco even if more might have been expected of him.

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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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•18h

KNBR drops rare audio from 2014 SF Giants World Series Game 7 victoryIf you're feeling nostalgic for when the SF Giants were good, KNBR just released some audio which provides a heavy dose of good memories.

Bleacher Report•20h

Current Market for Kaima Taira 👀Yankees, Dodgers, Giants potential landing spot for Japanese right-hander

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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?

aroundthefoghorn.com•20h

Veteran pitcher is first SF Giants player to elect free agency this offseasonThe SF Giants cleared quite a few roster spots last week, but another was created through free agency. JT Brubaker elected free agency, becoming the first Giant

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SF Giants continue roster purge by sending Andrew Knizner outright to SacramentoOn Friday, the SF Giants continued to purge the roster in anticipation of the looming deadline to activate all 16 players from the 60-day injured list. Accordin

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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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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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SF Giants Player Review 2026: Trent Harris was a rare bullpen revelationThe SF Giants didn't have a lot of great bullpen success stories in 2026 but Trent Harris stood out among all of the carnage.

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Some less important stories from 2026The Giants had a lot of stories this season, and these just missed the cut as being among the most important.

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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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Predicting next 10 SF Giants 40-man roster casualties as decisions get tougherThe SF Gants have already made moves to clear space on the 40-man roster but that is going to continue even more in the coming weeks.

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Yankees' Brian Sabean decision opens the door to obvious SF Giants reunionThe New York Yankees have chosen to not retain Brian Sabean which opens the door to an obvious reunion with the SF Giants.

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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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Veteran reliever narrowly misses Super Two cutoff, but two other SF Giants pitchers attain itOn Wednesday, Kiley McDaniel of ESPN reported that the Super Two cutoff for arbitration had been set at 2.133 years of service time. This is good news for Randy

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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

Bleacher Report•1d

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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•1d

Only one player remains from SF Giants 2019 draft class after Grant McCray's departureOn Thursday, the roster purge began, as Grant McCray was scooped up off waivers by the Seattle Mariners. The move leaves Trevor McDonald as the only player rema

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The most important storylines of 2026: #1 — Buster Posey taints his legacyYour best source for quality San Francisco Giants news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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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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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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•2d

5 ex-Cubs starting pitchers are boringly realistic fits for SF Giants in free agencyThe SF Giants need starting pitching and they will have a number of ex-Cubs to choose from on the open market.

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SF Giants Players Review 2026: Brett Harris struggled in a September auditionBrett Harris joined the SF Giants in September but hit just .158 in 15 games, leaving his future uncertain after a season spent with three organizations.

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The most important stories of 2026: #2 — Mike Krukow says goodbyeThe theme of the season was pain, and having the heart of the team taken away is as painful as it gets.

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2027 Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List No. 2Who is the No. 2 prospect on the farm?

Bleacher Report•3d

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

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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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•2d

The SF Giants-Yankees Rafael Devers trade chatter seemingly will not dieThere has been speculation that the SF Giants might trade Rafael Devers to the New York Yankees, but that feels unlikely for several reasons.

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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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Important SF Giants offseason dates for 2026-2027 offseason before CBA expiresThe MLB offseason is officially here after the Milwaukee Brewers defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in the World Series. For the SF Giants, their focus will now shift

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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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Christian Wonders will hold a familiar title in new SF Giants roleThe SF Giants made a modest change to the coaching staff by reassigning assistant pitching coach Christian Wonders. As it turns out, he will take over as the ne

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What were Giants fans’ favorite moments from the Brewers’ run?The Milwaukee Brewers have won the 2026 World Series! What were Giants fans’ favorite moments from their postseason run?

Bleacher Report•3d

MLB Power Rankings Entering Free Agency 🔢Where the Giants stand 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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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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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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SF Giants Player Review 2026: Eric Haase got lost in a sea of backup catchersThe SF Giants cycled through a lot of catchers in 2026 and Eric Haase did some good things but he was not able to stick ultimately.

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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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The San Francisco Giants’ first roster purge: five players leave the 40-man rosterThe Giants have a lot of work to do with their roster before they can get to work on their roster.

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Trades? In the Giants’ moment of triumph?The Giants need to make some moves, but does that mean dipping into the farm system after finally getting it on track?

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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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

SF Giants make first wave of roster cuts but plenty more are on the horizonThe SF Giants have to clear a lot of space on the 40-man roster this offseason and they took their first step in doing that on Thursday.

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SF Giants Player Review 2026: Drew Gilbert shed his goofball reputationDrew Gilbert was a bit of a goofball for the SF Giants in 2025, but he proved that he's a legit big league player in 2026.

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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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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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Yankees must look no further than Giants, Buster Posey in Jorge Posada war of wordsYankees legend Jorge Posada said he does not feel welcome by his old team whereas the SF Giants handed the keys of the franchise to Buster Posey.

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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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2 forgotten ex-SF Giants infielders resurface with Banana Ball teamsTwo former SF Giants infielders, Kelby Tomlinson and Charlie Culberson, are now part of Banana Ball.

Bleacher Report•4d

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

Bleacher Report•4d

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

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•3d

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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•3d

The SF Giants offense tried to replicate at least one trait from World Series teamsThe SF Giants offense did not have the patience of Milwaukee Brewers hitters or the contact skills of Tampa Bay Rays hitters, but they tried to replicate at lea

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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.

Bleacher Report•4d

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.

www.bleachernation.com•3d

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

cubbiescrib.com•4d

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.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•4d

The most important stories of 2026: #3 — Rafael Devers flips the scriptThere’s something to be said about sticking it to your detractors, especially when in it proves you’re The Man.

Bleacher Report•4d

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

Bleacher Report•4d

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

Bleacher Report•5d

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

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

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

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

Creating an All-Time SF Giants World Series lineup that would be unstoppableWith the World Series going on, let's create an "All-Time" World Series lineup for the SF Giants that would rival any other team's.

cubbiescrib.com•4d

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.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•4d

Free agent hitters who might fit the Giants’ new hitting profileIn other words, which 32-year old free agent hitter do you think the Giants should sign?

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

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

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What the SF Giants' mini-demotion of Frank Anderson tells us about the coaching staffThe SF Giants made a minor coaching change by demoting Frank Anderson to assistant pitching coach. What are the Giants trying to accomplish with this move?

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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.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

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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Why Buster Posey seems totally fine with SF Giants having more injuries to pitchersThe SF Giants had a lot of injuries to the pitching staff in 2026, specifically elbow injuries. Buster Posey seems to accept there will likely be more.

www.bleachernation.com•4d

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

www.mccoveychronicles.com•4d

2027 Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List No. 1Who is the No. 1 prospect on the farm?

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

The SF Giants pitching staff's biggest weakness is this free agent pitcher's strengthIf the SF Giants want to add pitchers who pound the strike zone, then free agent Shota Imanaga seems like he could be an ideal fit.

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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.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

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.

cubbiescrib.com•4d

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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

14-year SF Giants World Series streak stays alive after Rays defeat Brewers in Game 4The SF Giants are still the last team to sweep the World Series after the Rays beat the Brewers in Game 4 of the 2026 World Series.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•4d

Who are Giants fans rooting for in World Series Game 5?Game 5 of the World Series takes place tonight. Who are Giants fans rooting for?

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

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

www.bleachernation.com•4d

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.

cubbiescrib.com•4d

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.

Bleacher Report•4d

MLB Player Choice Awards 🗳️Peer voting results here 📲

www.bleachernation.com•4d

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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•4d

SF Giants 2026 bullpen accomplished feat not seen by franchise in over 50 yearsNo SF Giants reliever tallied at least 10 saves in 2026. This was the first time that a Giants bullpen has not done that in a full season since 1972. I do not t

Bleacher Report•5d

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

cubbiescrib.com•4d

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.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•4d

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.

cubbiescrib.com•5d

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.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•5d

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

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•5d

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.

www.mccoveychronicles.com•5d

The most important stories of 2026: #4 — Bryce Eldridge is a hitOne big success doesn’t signal a dramatic shift in the San Francisco Giants’ player development pipeline — or does it?

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•5d

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

cubbiescrib.com•5d

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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

A complete list of every injured SF Giants player and their status heading into 2027The SF Giants had a lot of injuries in 2026. Let's check in on the status of all the players who dealt with various ailments and had to miss time.

cubbiescrib.com•5d

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.

aroundthefoghorn.com•5d

SF Giants Players Review 2026: Injuries derailed Matt Gage’s promising seasonMatt Gage opened 2026 as a reliable SF Giants reliever before knee and elbow injuries derailed his season and complicated his future.

www.bleachernation.com•5d

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.

www.bleedcubbieblue.com•5d

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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Brandon Lowe does not make a lick of sense for SF Giants unless there is a tradeJim Bowden of The Athletic sees Brandon Lowe as a potential fit for the SF Giants, but that only makes sense if the team trades Casey Schmitt.

Bleacher Report•6d

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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Who are Giants fans rooting for in World Series Game 4?The World Series continues tonight with Game 4 between the Brewers and Rays. Who are Giants fans rooting for?

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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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Player review: Patrick BaileyPatty Barrels or No Barrels, is either better than no Patty Bailey?

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Another Cleveland Guardians outfielder would fill an obvious need for the SF Giants lineupWhile the Cleveland Guardians could look to move Steven Kwan this offseason, another outfielder would make sense for the SF Giants, and it would likely not invo

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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.