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Cubs manager Craig Counsell gets real after brutal loss to Pirates

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The Chicago Cubs continued their difficult stretch Monday afternoon, and manager Craig Counsell did not hold back afterward. The Cubs dropped a 2-1 game vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, extending the club’s losing streak to nine games while raising more concerns about the Cubs’ offense and the team’s consistency. Chicago wasted another strong […] The post Cubs manager Craig Counsell gets real after brutal loss to Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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MLB Announces Team Power Rankings: Surprise Team Takes No. 2 Spot From Dodgers, NL East Team Earns First Appearance, Cubs Drop 5 Spots

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Tampa Bay continued its rise in the latest MLB power rankings as the Cubs suffered another major drop.

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MLB World Reacts to Chicago Cubs Nine-Game Losing Streak After Pirates Game

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The Chicago Cubs went from the hottest team in baseball to one of the coldest in the span of just 15 games.On Monday, May 25, the Cubs lost 2-1 to divisional rival Pittsburgh Pirates, marking their ninth straight loss. Cubs have lost nine straight games for the first time since 2022, the last year they […] The post MLB World Reacts to Chicago Cubs Nine-Game Losing Streak After Pirates Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cubs drop 9th in a row with series-opening loss to Pirates

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The Chicago Cubs have not been playing some of their best baseball over the course of two weeks, and they’re currently on a nine-game losing streak. Their latest loss came against the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they’re looking for anything to help them get back on track. After their series loss against the Houston Astros, Craig […] The post Cubs drop 9th in a row with series-opening loss to Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chicago Cubs 8-Year MLB Player Elects Free Agency During Pirates Game

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The Chicago Cubs are enduring a very tough skid right now. On Memorial Day, the Cubs faced the Pittsburgh Pirates in the first of a three-game series. Chicago is just 2-8 in its last 10 MLB games, and were recently swept by the Houston Astros. During the first game in the Pirates series, a former […] The post Chicago Cubs 8-Year MLB Player Elects Free Agency During Pirates Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Philadelphia Phillies Release 4-Year MLB Player Before Padres Game

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On Monday, the Philadelphia Phillies will open up a series with the San Diego Padres in California.The Phillies are coming off a 3-1 loss to the Cleveland Guardians (at home).They dropped two out of three in the series.Philadelphia Phillies Release 4-Year MLB PlayerBefore Monday’s game, the Phillies released a player from their organization (via MiLB.com).Sergio […] The post Philadelphia Phillies Release 4-Year MLB Player Before Padres Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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Astros rookies complete a side quest while still dressed for game day

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Houston Astros rookies might have seen this one brewing. During Houston’s recent trip to the Windy City for a series against the Chicago Cubs, the Astros gave their rookies an assignment that was completely unrelated to baseball, and it was getting the team its coffee fix. ‘It was a simple task, but one that had … The post Astros rookies complete a side quest while still dressed for game day appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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MLB Games Today: Full Schedule, TV Channels, Start Times & More for May 25

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Find today’s MLB schedule for May 25, including game times, TV channels, and streaming information for all matchups.

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World Series Champion Playing For Chicago Cubs Minor League Team

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On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs lost to the Houston Astros (at home) by a score of 8-5.After a strong start to the season, the Cubs are currently in the middle of an eight-game losing streak.Bob Nightengale of USA Today wrote: “The Chicago Cubs, who opened the week with a 15-game home winning streak, their longest […] The post World Series Champion Playing For Chicago Cubs Minor League Team appeared first on HEAVY.

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Craig Counsell calls out major issue amid Cubs’ brutal 8-game skid

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The Chicago Cubs are in a nightmarish tailspin that has taken them from first place in the National League Central to third place. After playing some of the best baseball in the Major Leagues through the first six weeks of the season, the Cubs have lost 12 of 14 games and are struggling in all […] The post Craig Counsell calls out major issue amid Cubs’ brutal 8-game skid appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alex Bregman shares obvious message amid Cubs’ 8-game losing streak

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The Chicago Cubs were defeated once again on Sunday, losing by a final score of 8-5 to the Houston Astros. Not only was Chicago swept by Houston in the three-game series, but the Cubs have now dropped eight consecutive games. Third baseman Alex Bregman shared a message following the defeat, via Marquee Sports Network. “We […] The post Alex Bregman shares obvious message amid Cubs’ 8-game losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs’ Ian Happ benching continues vs. Astros as Craig Counsell keeps mixing up lineup

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The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of a seven-game losing streak, falling to 29-23 on the season. As they close out their series against the Houston Astros, manager Craig Counsell has decided to shake up the lineup. What hasn’t changed is Ian Happ being on the bench, as the outfielder will sit for a […] The post Cubs’ Ian Happ benching continues vs. Astros as Craig Counsell keeps mixing up lineup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera injury move adds to Chicago’s nightmare stretch

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It has been a horrible stretch of play as of late for the Chicago Cubs. The team has fallen to third in the NL Central, as the Cubs have lost 11 of their last 13 games. The Cubs have also lost eight straight and just got more bad news, as one of their starting pitchers […] The post Cubs pitcher Edward Cabrera injury move adds to Chicago’s nightmare stretch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs rumors: Bob Nightengale names 3 non-Tarik Skubal ‘bucket list’ trade targets

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The Chicago Cubs have been struggling in recent action. While the Cubs’ performance has been underwhelming to say the least over the past week, the ball club still expects to compete in 2026. They will likely look to buy at the trade deadline in an effort to bolster their roster. The entire MLB world knows […] The post Cubs rumors: Bob Nightengale names 3 non-Tarik Skubal ‘bucket list’ trade targets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fantasy Baseball Closer Confidential for Week 9 2026: Save Situations, Job Battles & Waiver Targets

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Five closers on the IL simultaneously. Josh Hader needs five more rehab outings. The Twins just set a record for most different pitchers earning saves — in the second full month of the season. Pour yourself something strong. The save landscape heading into Memorial Day weekend looks less like a ...

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Fantasy Baseball Winners and Losers from Week 8 2026

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Your fantasy team is basically what it is — the roster you have today is probably the roster, and the statistic narrative it has written, you're riding into summer. So here's a final May report card: the players who rewarded your patience or your waiver wire instincts, and the ones who owe you an ...

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Ex-player says quiet part out loud about Cubs’ recent struggles

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The Chicago Cubs have shown major signs of ranking with the elite teams in the National League. While the season is just 52 games old, the Cubs have already had two 10-game winning streaks. They also reeled off 15 straight wins at Wrigley Field earlier in the year. “I think no matter how well they […] The post Ex-player says quiet part out loud about Cubs’ recent struggles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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