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Chicago Cubs star Willson Contreras is one of the biggest names to watch out for ahead of the 2022 MLB trade deadline. As the 30-year-old All-Star catcher enjoys a career year on an expiring contract, the rebuilding Cubs are expected to trade him. Willson Contreras prepared for the likelihood of being traded at the deadline […]

The Chicago Cubs, who embarked on a full-scale fire sale at last year’s MLB trade deadline, appear to be angling towards a similar approach this year too. One of their best trade chips, closer David Robertson, has been the subject of rumors around the MLB, with teams like the New York Mets and Yankees expressing […]

The Chicago Cubs are going to sell ahead of the upcoming MLB trade deadline. And it appears as if the team will be looking to trade All-Star catcher Willson Contreras. Cubs fans are dealing with plenty of emotion after watching the team deal away Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Javier Baez last year. So it […]

With the 2022 MLB trade deadline just a week away, trade rumors are overwhelming the league. One of the main talking points within these rumors is Willson Contreras of the Chicago Cubs. According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, both the New York Mets and Houston Astros have expressed interest in the Cubs’ catcher. The San […]

The Chicago Cubs are widely viewed as sellers ahead of the 2022 MLB trade deadline, and perhaps the tastiest asset they have at the moment is catcher Willson Contreras. But another position player is also gaining steam in trade discussions, and that’s switch-hitting Ian Happ. Via Jeff Passan of ESPN: “Two things have become clear […]

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a five-game winning streak. But their recent success likely isn’t enough to salvage what’s been a bottom-feeding season, which is why the expectations surrounding the team are that Willson Contreras is likely gone. The All-Star catcher has obvious appeal as a midseason addition as teams gear up […]

The Chicago Cubs will battle the Philadelphia Phillies again on Saturday at Citizens Bank Park. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Cubs-Phillies prediction and pick. The Cubs devoured the Phillies 15-1 on Friday night. Kyle Schwarber got the Phillies on the board early by blasting a solo home run. The homer was his 30th on the season, […]

The Chicago Cubs will travel to the City of Brotherly Love to take on the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday to start a three-game series. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Cubs-Phillies prediction and pick. The Cubs enter this game with a 35-57 record, good for fourth in the NL Central. Likewise, they are 1-9 over their last […]

The New York Mets will attempt to complete a four-game sweep of the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field before the All-Star break begins. It’s time to continue our MLB odds coverage with a Mets-Cubs prediction and pick.   The Mets won both games of a doubleheader against the Cubs on Saturday. New York won the first game 2-1 in 11 innings. […]

The New York Mets take on the Chicago Cubs in Game 2 of a doubleheader. Check out our MLB odds series for our Mets Cubs prediction and pick. Max Scherzer gets the call for the Mets in the split-session doubleheader at Wrigley Field, while Drew Smyly goes against him for the Cubs. Max Scherzer’s year-long […]

In the beginning stages of a rebuild on the fly, the Chicago Cubs are likely going to be busy at this year’s MLB trade deadline, trading away veteran players for young talent. Starting pitcher Kyle Hendricks fits the bill for a likely trade candidate, and the 32-year-old right-hander can bring a veteran presence to a […]

Two historically rich franchises go head-to-head in a critical contest as the New York Mets travel to Wrigley Field to begin a four-game set with the Chicago Cubs. Join us for our  MLB odds series, where our Mets-Cubs prediction and pick will take place.   The Mets enter play 21 games above the .500 mark […]

The Chicago Cubs are having a rough time on the field as they go through a rebuilding phase. The Cubs are also dealing with some legal troubles after the U.S. Attorney’s office in Chicago filed a lawsuit against them alleging a failure to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act during the renovation of Wrigley […]

Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras has garnered another well-deserved All-Star selection, the third one of his career. He’s spoken at length about what his All-Star success has meant to his affinity for his team and the City of Chicago. But now the moment is made even more special now that his brother, William, has also […]

The Chicago Cubs shocked their fanbase last season when they opted to trade three of their core stars and most well-liked players in Anthony Rizzo, Javier Baez and Kris Bryant at the MLB trade deadline. In 2022, the Cubs find themselves in a similar position. They’re currently 34-52 with no real shot at contention and […]

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 […]