2026 Chicago Cubs Draft Summary First Round Pick: Cade Townsend (RHP, University of Mississippi) Total Selections: 21 Pitchers Drafted: 16 (14 RHP, 2 LHP) Other Selections: 2 infielders, 2 catchers, 1 outfielder Chicago Cubs Select Cade Townsend with 23rd Pick The Chicago Cubs set the tone of their 2026 draft with their first pick, selecting … Read more
Pete Crow-Armstrong becomes first MLB player to hit 20-20 this season Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong reached a significant milestone on Wednesday night, becoming the first Major League Baseball player to record at least 20 home runs and 20 stolen bases during the 2026 season. Crow-Armstrong achieved the feat in the third inning of … Read more
Norway’s First MLB Player: How Eirik Ruud’s Baseball Debut Challenges Traditional Sports Norms June 25, 2026 — 10:15 UTC Daniel Richardson Eirik Ruud, a 24-year-old pitcher from Bergen, Norway, has become the first athlete from his country to sign a professional contract with a Major League Baseball (MLB) affiliate, according to the MLB organization and … Read more
Pete Crow-Armstrong hit for the cycle in reverse order during the Chicago Cubs’ 5-4 walk-off victory over the Colorado Rockies on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Wrigley Field, according to multiple reports. The Cycle in Reverse Order Crow-Armstrong, the Cubs’ center fielder, became the 13th player in franchise history to hit for the cycle, completing … Read more
“Alex Bregman has admitted he has been ‘terrible’ this season, blaming himself for the Chicago Cubs’ struggles after signing a $175 million contract. The third baseman, who joined the team in 2026, has a .669 OPS and 19 RBIs in 65 games, with a 0-for-5 performance in a recent loss to the Giants. The Cubs, … Read more
“San Francisco Giants secured a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on June 7, 2026, with Matt Chapman’s 10th-inning single sealing the win, according to MLB.com. The game, however, was marked by the Giants’ offensive explosion, with seven home runs, including a grand slam by Chapman, as reported by FOX Sports and McCovey Chronicles.” The … Read more
The Oakland Athletics secured a 2-1 victory over the Chicago Cubs on June 2, 2026, behind a dominant performance from rookie pitcher Gage Jump. In his second career start, the 23-year-old left-hander settled in after a shaky first inning to retire 14 consecutive batters and earn his first major league win. A Breakthrough Performance for … Read more
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin on the 10-day injured list Sunday due to a low-grade flexor muscle strain in his right forearm. To balance the roster, the organization activated veteran infielder and outfielder Ryan O’Hearn from the 10-day injured list, marking his return following a right quad muscle strain. Managing the Rookie’s … Read more
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong powered a 6-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on May 30, 2026, at Busch Stadium. After a slow start to the season, the 24-year-old finished the night 4-for-5 with a double, a home run, and two RBIs, bringing his season slash line to .237/.327/.391. Crow-Armstrong’s Offensive Breakthrough Entering … Read more
The Houston Astros defeated the Chicago Cubs 8-5 at Wrigley Field on Friday, May 22, 2026, extending the Cubs’ losing streak to eight games. The Astros secured the win behind three home runs off starter Shōta Imanaga, while the Cubs’ offense continued to struggle with runners in scoring position. Defensive Failures and the Home Run … Read more