Cubs vs. Diamondbacks prediction: MLB pick, odds, best bet Friday
Zac Gallen will help lead the visiting Diamondbacks past the Cubs on Friday afternoon, Stitches predicts.

Zac Gallen will help lead the visiting Diamondbacks past the Cubs on Friday afternoon, Stitches predicts.

For baseball fans, Jon “Boog” Sciambi is among the most entertaining and informative personalities in the game. Sciambi serves as the Chicago Cubs’ TV voice on Marquee Sports Network, joining analyst Jim Deshaies and reporter Taylor McGregor. He also provides radio and TV coverage for ESPN. Sciambi is known for his humor and deep understanding of analytics.…

Cubs vs. Diamondbacks: Odds, Predictions, Betting Tips & Starting Lineups | May 1; MLB 2026 Season Sportskeeda

On Thursday, the Chicago Cubs got the day off.They will now open up a series with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday (at Wrigley Field).Earlier this week, the Cubs designated Vince Velasquez for assignment.6-Year Phillies Player Officially A Free AgentIt’s now been announced that Velasquez is officially a free agent who can sign with any team […] The post 6-Year Phillies Player Officially A Free Agent After Release From Current MLB Team appeared first on HEAVY.

The Chicago Cubs have a huge challenge in front of them in the 2026 season. They were a playoff team a year ago under manager Craig Counsell, but they lost to the division rival Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series in five games. The Cubs are interested in much more than making the […] The post Cubs’ surprise breakout star behind the team’s offensive surge appeared first on ClutchPoints.

San Diego Padres right-hander Mason Miller announced a personal update on Thursday.

The latest MLB standings showcase some true contenders, and who still has work to do. Teams like the Braves, Dodgers, Reds, Cubs and Yankees have stablished themselves as early favorites.

MLB fans lash out at Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing over his irresponsible comment on Cubs counterpart Miguel Amaya at Dodger Stadium

Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner alleges Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing of making an obscene body-shaming comment on Miguel Amaya.

Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reported Wednesday that the Detroit Tigers have brought in former 12-year MLB pitcher Kyle Hendricks to be a special assistant to the baseball operations department. Hendricks called it quits on his big league career in 2025, and wasted no time getting into a front office role. Per MLBTradeRumors.com’s Steve Adams, […] The post Detroit Tigers Announce Hire of Former World Series Champion Pitcher appeared first on HEAVY.

Nick Castellanos hit his first home run with the San Diego Padres on Wednesday, energizing Petco Park during the rubber match vs. the Chicago Cubs. The Padres entered the series finale looking for stability after splitting the first two games. The Cubs moved in front early, but the Padres answered in the fifth inning when […] The post Padres’ Nick Castellanos mashes clutch 1st homer for San Diego vs Cubs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Chicago Cubs closer Daniel Palencia is on the injured list with a lat strain. The Cubs are playing well despite batting multiple injury concerns. Palencia has been working hard to return, and it seems as if he could join the ball club soon. “Cubs closer Daniel Palencia (lat strain) has made enough progress that the […] The post Cubs’ Daniel Palencia gets intriguing update amid injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Last Saturday, the Chicago Cubs lost 12-4 to the Los Angeles Dodgers. One of the viral moments was when Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing was seen mouthing “fat f***” to Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya after Amaya stole second base in the third inning. Amaya’s teammate, second baseman Nico Hoerner, officially confirmed that Rushing did, in fact, […] The post Nico Hoerner tells his side, including regrets, from Dalton Rushing ‘fat f**k’ incident appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Chicago Cubs are currently taking on the San Diego Padres in a three-game set as part of a West Coast road trip. Before Chicago’s series with the Padres, the Cubs visited Dodger Stadium in a weekend series with the Los Angeles Dodgers. During that series, a viral incident transpired when Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing […] The post Nico Hoerner Comments on Viral Incident Between Dalton Rushing and Miguel Amaya in Cubs-Dodgers Series appeared first on HEAVY.

Nico Hoerner and the Chicago Cubs have been off to a strong start early in the 2026 MLB season. Chicago (18-12) is currently second in the National League Central, behind the red-hot Cincinnati Reds (19-10). The Cubs are coming off an 8-3 loss against the San Diego Padres, in which Hoerner went ...

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Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing does not appear to be making a lot of friends across Major League Baseball this season. Eagle-eyed fans argued that Rushing could be seen calling Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya a “fat f–k” after Amaya successfully stole second base during Saturday’s 12-4 Dodgers win at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, … The post Cubs player seemingly confirms profane insult from Dalton Rushing appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

The two-start pitchers in this group are going to be in your starting lineups. They are either matchup proof or have a pair of favorable outings. No commentary or data provided is going to change that. Tarik Skubal (DET) vs. BOS; @ KCRCristopher Sanchez (PHI) @ MIA; vs. COLLogan Gilbert (SEA) vs. ...

The Chicago Cubs are set to take on the San Diego Padres on Wednesday after earning an 8-3 win on Tuesday. However, Chicago will be without shortstop Dansby Swanson, as he was removed from the Cubs’ lineup due to an injury. Luckily, the latest report is not all bad news. Swanson, who is 32 years […] The post Dansby Swanson out of Cubs’ lineup vs. Padres with glute injury, but it’s not all bad news appeared first on ClutchPoints.

On Tuesday, it was reported that left-handed pitcher Justin Steele had suffered an injury setback in his elbow. The good news, however, is that Steele may not miss the entire 2026 season. A flexor strain is no joke, and he will certainly miss some extra time because of it. Steele was recovering from elbow surgery […] The post Cubs’ Justin Steele issues social media statement after suffering elbow injury setback appeared first on ClutchPoints.

If the Angels are willing to trade Cy Young candidate Jose Soriano, there will be plenty of interest. Teams like the Cubs, Blue Jays, Red Sox and Phillies could make the call.

Despite the Chicago Cubs losing to the San Diego Padres on Monday, the team came right back to secure a commanding 8-3 win on Tuesday night, led by a much-needed outing from star Pete Crow-Armstrong. As the Cubs and Padres have been dueling over the last few nights, Crow-Armstrong’s game was a sight that fans […] The post Cubs’ Alex Bregman gives Pete Crow-Armstrong his flowers after defeating Padres appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The San Diego Padres are one of the best teams in Major League Baseball to begin the 2026 season. At 19-10, the Friars are 1.5 games back of the Atlanta Braves for the top record in the league. SD is currently tied with the Cincinnati Reds and 0.5 games back of the Los Angeles Dodgers […] The post Padres’ surprise breakout star behind hot start to 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The San Diego Padres fell on Tuesday to the Chicago Cubs in the second game of their three-game series. The Padres took the first game of the series, despite a controversial call on a foul ball. With the two games split, the rubber match is set for Wednesday, but Craig Stammen will not be managing […] The post Why Craig Stammen will not be with Padres for Cubs series finale appeared first on ClutchPoints.
