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    Michael CanterApril 8, 2026

    The Rundown: Assad Shines in Big Win Over Rays, PCA Embracing Leadership Role, Extracurriculars in Anaheim

    “Slidell boy…big city night. Oh he tips his hat for dinner, an old stray begging for a bite.” – Christmas…

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    Evan AltmanApril 8, 2026

    Watch: Pete Crow-Armstrong Autograph Moves Young Fan to Tears

    As evidenced by the crowd’s reaction, the Cubs clearly have a lot of fans down in Tampa for their series…

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    Sean HollandApril 7, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (4/7/26): Cubs 9, Rays 2 – Assad, Offense Have Big Night at Trop

    The Cubs finally got their offense going on Tuesday night in Tampa Bay after a very slow start to 2026.…

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    Evan AltmanApril 7, 2026

    Cade Horton Will Miss Season Following Elbow Surgery

    Craig Counsell confirmed Tuesday what most had already suspected, which is that Cade Horton will undergo season-ending surgery to repair…

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    Evan AltmanApril 7, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Lineup (4/7/26): Hoerner Leading Off, Conforto in LF, Assad Starting

    The Cubs’ slow start has been compounded by the loss of two starting pitchers, but there’s a sense that their…

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    Michael CanterApril 7, 2026

    The Rundown: Cubs Snakebitten So Far, Horton Seeks Second Opinion, Boyd Out, Assad Up, Bad News Bears Turns 50

    “Born under a bad sign; been down since I began to crawl. If it wasn’t for bad luck, you know,…

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    Evan AltmanApril 7, 2026

    Watch: Jon Lester Tells Story of Bringing David Ross to Chicago

    I’ve heard mixed reviews on The Lovable Reunion podcast with Anthony Rizzo and David Ross, but I might have to…

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    Evan AltmanApril 7, 2026

    Cade Horton Seeking Second Opinion Following ‘Not Clean’ MRI

    You generally don’t seek a second opinion if you hear what you want the first time, and pitchers most certainly…

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    Evan AltmanApril 7, 2026

    Shift in Luck Could Elevate Cubs’ Mediocre Offense Quickly

    We’re only 10 games into the season, but the Cubs currently sit in last place at 4-6 after losing two…

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  • Wrigleyville Nation
    Jeremy DiemerApril 6, 2026

    Wrigleyville Nation Podcast: Episode 400 – Matt Trueblood, Cubs Opening Week, PCA & Hoerner Deals, Horton & Boyd Injured, & More

    Matt Trueblood, from North Side Baseball, joins Jeremy & Pat this week. Its episode 400! Stay to the very end…

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  • Postgame Pondering
    Sean HollandApril 6, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (4/6/26): Rays 6, Cubs 4 – Tampa Powers Way to Victory

    The Cubs’ recent struggles continued as they lost the first game of the series against the Rays on Monday afternoon.…

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    Michael CanterApril 6, 2026

    The Rundown: Cubs and Rays Reopen Trop, Horton in Chicago for Further Testing, Brewers, Pirates, and Reds Off to Fast Starts

    “Two of us wearing raincoats, standing solo in the sun. You and me chasing paper, getting nowhere on our way…

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    Evan AltmanApril 6, 2026

    Cubs Launch ‘150th Cookie Challenge’ to Find Fan with Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

    I’m not sure how much of our demographic this will appeal to, but it’s worth mentioning in case you’ve got…

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    Evan AltmanApril 6, 2026

    Matthew Boyd to IL with Bicep Strain, Javier Assad Will Start Tuesday

    Remember how we talked about the Cubs’ pitching depth being a strength? Well, they’re really putting that to the test…

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  • Chicago Cubs NewsChicago Cubs Lineup
    Evan AltmanApril 6, 2026

    Chicago Cubs Lineup (4/6/26): Hoerner Leads Off, Amaya DH, Taillon Tossing

    The Trop is open for business once again, with the Rays hosting their first game in a big league stadium…

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  • Series Previews
    Sean HollandApril 6, 2026

    Chicago Cubs @ Tampa Bay Rays – Series Preview (April 6-8): Overview, Game and Broadcast Info, Starting Pitchers, W2W4

    The Cubs (4-5) lost two of three to the Guardians after splitting a doubleheader on Easter Sunday. They continue to…

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