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Multiple teams are already planning on being buyers for next month’s MLB trade deadline. For the Chicago Cubs, they are reportedly aiming to complete a fire sale for the second consecutive year. The New York Post’s Jon Heyman provided notable updates on how several teams are looking to approach this season’s trade deadline. For the […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers will host the Chicago Cubs tonight as they wrap up a four-game series where the Dodgers are looking to go for a sweep after winning the previous three games. Can the Cubs avoid a sweep or will the Dodgers get it done at home? It’s time to continue our MLB odds […]

The 2022 MLB All-Star Game starters were announced on Friday for both the AL and NL. Chicago Cubs star Willson Contreras was among them as he’s set to start behind the dish on July 19th at Dodger Stadium. By no surprise, Contreras was asked about his future with the Cubs amid tons of rumors ahead […]

The Chicago Cubs signaled the end of an era ahead of last season’s MLB trade deadline, as they shipped off multiple stars from their 2016 World Series-winning team, including shortstop Javier Baez. They wound up trading the two-time All-Star to the New York Mets. On Thursday, Baez returned to the Windy City for the first […]

Two franchises that are forever etched in the history of baseball will go head-to-head as the Chicago Cubs square off with the Los Angeles Dodgers for game two at Dodger Stadium. You know what time it is! Let’s take a look at our MLB odds series, where our Cubs-Dodgers prediction and pick will be unveiled. […]

With the MLB trade deadline merely weeks away, it’s becoming more clear what players could be available. There are a handful of starting pitchers expected to be dealt at the deadline, but a deal may have just been made more complicated after three potential trade pieces found themselves shelved with injuries. According to FanSided’s Robert […]

If last year was any indication, it’s that the Chicago Cubs aren’t afraid to do the unpopular. Last year’s MLB trade deadline was a painful one for Cubs fans, as they watched the team deal 2016 World Series heroes Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez and Kris Bryant. This year, the Cubs are a similarly middling team, […]

Rumors have been swirling in reference to a potential Xander Bogaerts extension in Boston with the Red Sox. However, nothing has come to fruition. Bogaerts possesses an opt-out clause in his contract with many expect him to exercise following the 2022 campaign. And there will be no shortage of suitors for the All-Star shortstop. According […]

The Chicago Cubs are fresh off of a 2021 campaign that saw them trade three of their biggest stars in franchise history. The Cubs rebuild became official when they dealt Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Javier Baez away last season ahead of the trade deadline. And Chicago will likely endure a similar fate prior to […]

Carlos Correa shocked the MLB world when he left the mighty Houston Astros for the Minnesota Twins this past offseason. Correa signed a three-year, $105 million deal with opt-outs after the first two seasons, so he could very well hit free agency again this upcoming offseason. The Chicago Cubs had some conversations with Correa, but […]

The Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals will clash in the finale of a three-game series at Busch Stadium with each looking to take the series. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Cubs-Cardinals prediction and pick.   The Cardinals defeated the Cubs 5-3 on Saturday. The Cards started fast in the first inning when Brendon Donovan […]

The Chicago Cubs and the St. Louis Cardinals will meet in a battle of NL Central rivals as the two teams clash on Saturday afternoon at Busch Stadium. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Cubs-Cardinals prediction and pick.   The Cubs defeated the Cardinals 3-0 on Friday night. Chicago scored early when Nico Hoerner cracked a two-run […]

When the Chicago Cubs won the World Series in the 2016 season, there was much expectation that they would go on to build MLB’s next formidable dynasty. However, this did not pan out in the coming seasons. Over the next four years, the Cubs ended up winning a mere one total playoff series. Even as […]

One of the biggest rivalries in baseball has returned for a weekend series at Busch Stadium between the Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals. Check out our MLB odds series, where our Cubs-Cardinals prediction and pick will be made.   Despite dropping four out of their last five, the Cubs will look to keep the […]

The Atlanta Braves will attempt to avoid a series sweep as they face the Chicago Cubs in the finale at Wrigley Field on Sunday. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Braves-Cubs prediction and pick.   The Cubs defeated the Braves 6-3 on Saturday. Chicago struck in the first inning when Jonathan Villar clipped an RBI doubler that […]

Willson Contreras of the Chicago Cubs and his brother, William, became the 424th pair of brothers to both make it to the MLB. When the Cubs hosted the Atlanta Braves, they finally faced off against each other. The Contreras brothers savored the moment, which occurred in the bottom of the first inning with Willson up […]

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras could end up finding a new home in the majors ahead of this season’s trade deadline. The New York Post’s Jon Heyman noted that a “big price tag” is expected for Contreras, who is set to become a free agent after this season. Heyman further added that when it comes […]

The Chicago Cubs have not enjoyed the 2022 season so far. To make matters worse, they are getting blasted on late-night television by Stephen Colbert thanks to a home run surrendered by Frank Schwindel. Schwindel became the latest position player to take the mound with the Cubs down by 13 runs to the Yankees. He […]

The San Diego Padres will attempt to finish a four-game sweep at Wrigley Field as they face the Chicago Cubs on Thursday. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Padres-Cubs prediction and pick. The Padres demolished the Cubs 19-5 at Wrigley on Wednesday night. They trailed 4-2 in the fourth inning when Jurickson Profar clobbered an RBI double […]

The San Diego Padres and Chicago Cubs are ready for Game 3 of the series! It’s time to continue our MLB odds series with a Padres-Cubs prediction and pick.   The Cubs got off to a fast start last night on Padres’ starter Sean Manaea by scoring five runs early. The Padres went on to […]

The San Diego Padres will take on the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday night. It’s time to continue our MLB odds series and make a Padres-Cubs prediction and pick.     Unsurprisingly, the Padres have been one of the best teams in the entire MLB. They’ve earned a 38-24 record behind a well-rounded approach. However, that […]

Chicago Cubs star rookie Seiya Suzuki has been dealing with a finger injury which landed him on the 10-day IL. Despite David Ross indicating that Suzuki could be ready to return at some point during the series against the New York Yankees but a recent update from Davis Ross revealed Suzuki had not been progressing […]

The Chicago Cubs made a major splash in the off-season when they signed star Japanese slugger Seiya Suzuki to a massive deal. It’s a no-brainer deal, given Suzuki’s star power. However, the Cubs have unfortunately not been able to play much games with their star hitter in the lineup. Seiya Suzuki’s prolonged absence is due […]

The power of Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees was simply too much to handle for the Chicago Cubs on Saturday, particularly to right-hander Matt Swarmer, who got absolutely taken to the woodshed by the Bronx Bombers. Swarmer, making just his third start of the season, allowed seven hits, six of which were crushed […]

New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is fully proving this season that he’s worthy of being the highest-paid position player in baseball. But since the Bronx Bombers failed to give the slugger what he wanted before Opening Day (around $36 million per season), it means Judge will hit the market this winter, with many teams […]

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras is set to hit free agency after the 2022 season, and he reportedly already has an eye on just what he will be looking for later this year. According to a report from the New York Post’s Jon Heyman, Contreras will likely be aiming to sign off on a contract […]

The New York Yankees’ upcoming three-game homestand against the Chicago Cubs will be just another series for many players on the roster, but this will not be the case for Anthony Rizzo. For the first time since his departure from the Cubs, Rizzo is set to meet his former team. This will also be the […]

When the New York Yankees acquired Clint Frazier from the Cleveland Guardians for Andrew Miller in 2016, fans expected Frazier to become the next star in New York. People believed Frazier, Aaron Judge, and the rest of the core would lead the team down the road. But Frazier never panned out in New York and […]

Chicago Cubs star catcher Willson Contreras is off to a red-hot start at the plate in the 2022 MLB season. An unrestricted free agent in 2023, Contreras was arbitration-eligible this season, though he and the Cubs avoided that occurrence with Thursday’s agreement. ESPN’s Jesse Rogers has the details. The Chicago Cubs and catcher Willson Contreras […]

The Chicago Cubs and Philadelphia Phillies look like long shots to make serious noise this season after getting off to sluggish starts. The Phillies already parted ways with Joe Girardi not even a third of the way into the season, and it seems as if the team is setting its sights on the offseason. The latest […]

One of the most heated rivalries in all of sports will be front and center of the baseball world as the St. Louis Cardinals take on the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field in game two of a doubleheader on Saturday evening. You know what time it is! Check out our MLB odds series, where our […]

The Chicago Cubs rebuild took a major hit on Friday when it was announced that top prospect Brennen Davis underwent back surgery. According to the Athletic, Davis very well could end up missing the remainder of the 2022 season. Any amount of time lost for prospects stunts their development which is exactly the last thing […]

The St. Louis Cardinals will try and bounce back as they take on the Chicago Cubs for a Friday matinee at Wrigley Field. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Cardinals-Cubs prediction and pick.   The Cubs defeated the Cardinals 7-5 on Thursday night. The Cubbies started things off when Wilson Contreras […]

The Chicago Cubs placed Jonathan Villar on the 10-day IL with a bizarre mouth injury he picked up during a freak workout accident, but it seems he’s not the only key player set to hit the shelf. According to the team’s official Twitter account, the Cubs have placed rookie sensation Seiya Suzuki on the 10-day […]

The Chicago Cubs placed veteran infielder Jonathan Villar on the 10-day IL Monday after he suffered an incredibly bizarre injury during a workout. According to Meghan Montemurro, Villar sustained a mouth injury while using an exercise band, which snapped back into his mouth. Villar requires “significant dental work” according to Montemurro, prompting the Cubs to […]

The future of catcher Willson Contreras with the Chicago Cubs could possibly soon have a long-awaited resolution. As it stands, Contreras will become a free agent at the end of the 2022 season. He is under team control for the ongoing campaign, with it being the third year that he is arbitration-eligible. However, the Cubs […]

The Chicago Sports Alliance has committed to donating $300,000 to the Robb School Memorial Fund and Sandy Hook Promise Foundation in the wake of the tragic Texas school shooting that shook the nation this past week. The Alliance is made up of the professional sports teams in Chicago which include the NBA’s Bulls, the NFL’s […]

Stand up Chicagoans! In one of the more underrated rivalries in baseball, the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox will meet in the Windy City Showdown at Guaranteed Rate Field to begin a short two-game series starting on Saturday. It is time to dive into our  MLB odds series, where our Cubs-White Sox prediction and […]

How about some National League action at Wrigley Field for your Thursday evening? Kick off your shoes and relax to this matchup between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Chicago Cubs. Join us for our MLB odds series, where our Diamondbacks-Cubs prediction and pick will be revealed.   Eager to end a dreadful losing streak that […]