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Rebilas-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Jed Hoyer quietly sent Cubs&#39; biggest trade deadline message with Jameson Taillon decision</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/jed-hoyer-quietly-sent-cubs-biggest-trade-deadline-message-with-jameson-taillon-decision?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kyjqdwhr44</guid><description>Jed Hoyer&#39;s decision to designate Jameson Taillon for assignment could be an early tell of the Chicago Cubs&#39; plans for the 2026 trade deadline. </description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5217,h_2934,x_988,y_208/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kyjqpc4fysmnbsaxez.jpg" caption="May 10, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon (50) gestures to the crowd as he is taken out of the game during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. 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Downing-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>1 Cubs player who deserves MLB roster promotion, 2 who should be sent to minors</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/1-cubs-player-who-deserves-mlb-roster-promotion-2-who-should-be-sent-to-minors?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jake Misener</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kyagyh8hpz</guid><description>Chicago Cubs prospect Jonathon Long has put up big numbers for the Iowa Cubs, while the return of Matt Shaw and a lack of playing time could force Justin Dean and Pedro Ramirez out of the team&#39;s short-term plans.</description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:00:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6275,h_3529,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kyagzx8r20y98p6yqm.jpg" caption="USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jake Misener"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cubs once again have a path toward popular trade deadline target after Marlins&#39; skid</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-once-again-have-a-path-toward-popular-trade-deadline-target-after-marlins-skid?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kyf22ygdvp</guid><description>Sandy Alcantara has once again returned to the Chicago Cubs&#39; rumor mill, just in time for the trade deadline. </description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3129,h_1760,x_125,y_31/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kyf25dvayg9f8aes4c.jpg" caption="Jul 22, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Miami Marlins starting pitcher Sandy Alcantara (22) delivers a pitch during the second inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park. 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Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Astros&#39; Nate Pearson trade may have unlocked new Cubs&#39; trade deadline partner</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/astros-nate-pearson-trade-may-have-unlocked-new-cubs-trade-deadline-partner?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jake Misener</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky575azby3</guid><description>After acquiring Nate Pearson, the Kansas City Royals may be inching closer to trading a veteran starting pitcher like Michael Wacha or Seth Lugo - which could bode well for the Chicago Cubs.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:01:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3427,h_1927,x_1100,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky579sj6m7rxqswgyt.jpg" caption="USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jake Misener"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Michael Conforto just reinforced why Jeff Passan&#39;s Cubs trade deadline intel looks off </title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/michael-conforto-just-reinforced-why-jeff-passan-s-cubs-trade-deadline-intel-looks-off?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky51y3hj13</guid><description>Michael Conforto has been a success story for the Chicago Cubs, but that won&#39;t alter their trade deadline plans. </description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:39:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4276,h_2405,x_0,y_291/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky520g0gtwpdnypp7c.jpg" caption="Jul 1, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA;  Chicago Cubs designated hitter Michael Conforto (20) high fives Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell after he hits a two run home run during the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former Cubs outfield prospect is tearing up the minors with a hated NL rival</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/former-cubs-outfield-prospect-is-tearing-up-the-minors-with-a-hated-nl-rival?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jake Misener</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky12xw5aj6</guid><description>Former Chicago Cubs prospect Zyhir Hope, who was traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the Michael Busch trade, is putting up big-time numbers this season.</description><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4865,h_2736,x_0,y_186/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky12zbzefk9pcmbbqb.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jake Misener"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Disastrous Phil Maton injury update compounds Cubs&#39; biggest problem as trade deadline loom</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/disastrous-phil-maton-injury-update-compounds-cubs-biggest-problem-as-trade-deadline-loom?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky2ne0en2d</guid><description>It sounds like the rest of Phil Maton&#39;s first season with the Chicago Cubs is in jeopardy after his latest injury. </description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3045,h_1712,x_290,y_217/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky2nfe2b0fv8kctv4e.jpg" caption="Jun 11, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA;  Chicago Cubs pitcher Phil Maton (88) delivers a pitch in the seventh inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cubs pitching staff reunion tour could now include suddenly available Astros arm</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-pitching-staff-reunion-tour-could-now-include-suddenly-available-astros-arm?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Brandon Glick</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky0hfd7f7a</guid><description>The Chicago Cubs have already reunited with Aaron Civale and Drew Pomeranz in their efforts to fortify their pitching staff. Could their next target be Nate Pearson, who was designated for assignment by the Houston Astros recently?</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5501,h_3094,x_0,y_158/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky0hkgd0agyw56fcsh.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Brandon Glick"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cubs got harsh trade deadline reminder during Jameson Taillon&#39;s implosion vs Tigers</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-got-harsh-trade-deadline-reminder-during-jameson-taillon-s-implosion-vs-tigers?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky2j9rk3hp</guid><description>Jameson Taillon&#39;s rough outing against the Tigers should be an important reminder for the Chicago Cubs before the trade deadline. </description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 15:10:34 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3934,h_2212,x_435,y_289/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky2jbgeda7f258z08v.jpg" caption="Jun 7, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon (50) delivers a pitch against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cubs News: Jed Hoyer&#39;s trade deadline priority, Cubs Convention, Theo Epstein</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-news-jed-hoyer-s-trade-deadline-priority-cubs-convention-theo-epstein?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky0f98bvvg</guid><description>Jed Hoyer certainly made it sound like there&#39;s one specific thing the Chicago Cubs are looking for at the MLB trade deadline. </description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:00:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3418,h_1922,x_225,y_186/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky0fae14rmcv1f9m57.jpg" caption="Apr 4, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Jed Hoyer President of the Chicago Cubs walks onto the field before a game against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cubs reinstate Jameson Taillon while ending one bullpen reunion and confirming another injury</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-reinstate-jameson-taillon-while-ending-one-bullpen-reunion-and-confirming-another-injury?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01ky0nvaeygz</guid><description>Jameson Taillon has been reinstated from the IL for the Chicago Cubs, who have yet solve Phil Maton&#39;s knee problem. </description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 21:31:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4236,h_2382,x_0,y_308/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01ky0p27anfhfyznk7vh.jpg" caption="May 16, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA;  Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon (50) delivers the ball against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning at Rate Field. 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Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dream Cubs trade deadline scenario just got doused with cold water </title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/dream-cubs-trade-deadline-scenario-just-got-doused-with-cold-water?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Rich Eberwein</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxs9hbz7cj</guid><description>For months, a potential trade that would bring Aroldis Chapman and Sonny Gray to the Chicago Cubs seemed possible. With the Boston Red Sox surging in the standings of late, that&#39;s now changed.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6248,h_3514,x_763,y_166/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxs9rjbypxjkz2dgy6.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Rich Eberwein"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Polarizing former Cubs fan favorite seems to have finally found a home with Red Sox</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/polarizing-former-cubs-fan-favorite-seems-to-have-finally-found-a-home-with-red-sox?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxk7vhgcs9</guid><description>Now with the Boston Red Sox, former Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras knows exactly where he wants to end his career. </description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6639,h_3734,x_0,y_101/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxk7y4hj08bj19gse2.jpg" caption="Jun 29, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras (40) bats against the Washington Nationals during the first inning at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Pete Crow-Armstrong may have just crushed one perfect Wrigley Field All-Star dream</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/pete-crow-armstrong-may-have-just-crushed-one-perfect-wrigley-field-all-star-dream?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ryan O&#39;Rourke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxm1bb4re9</guid><description>The MLB All-Star Game is coming to Wrigley Field next year, but right now, Chicago Cubs superstar Pete Crow-Armstrong is undecided about representing the team in the Home Run Derby.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7255,h_4080,x_0,y_1/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxm223b2mxx6jc3xzs.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ryan O&#39;Rourke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 Cubs trade targets that would be great if they weren’t on teams that hated them</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/3-cubs-trade-targets-that-would-be-great-if-they-werent-on-teams-that-hated-them?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jake Misener</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxkqthkvk1</guid><description>With glaring needs on the pitching staff, the Chicago Cubs make sense as trade fits for guys like Trevor Megill, Andrew Abbott or Sean Newcomb - but given they play for hated rivals, these moves will never happen.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3578,h_2012,x_404,y_81/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxkre4z3wymek9az8k.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jake Misener"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Recently promoted Cubs prospect has suddenly emerged as a surprise pitching option</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/recently-promoted-cubs-prospect-has-suddenly-emerged-as-a-surprise-pitching-option?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ryan O&#39;Rourke</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxj9486cj6</guid><description>Right-hander Jace Beck was recently promoted to Triple-A and is starting to emerge as an option for the big league Chicago Cubs amid a breakout season.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5232,h_2943,x_42,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxj97xk0kjny4v53g0.jpg" caption="Smokies pitcher Jace Beck (32) pitches during a minor league baseball game between the Knoxville Smokies and Birmingham Barons at Covenant Health Park in Knoxville, Tennessee., on May 7, 2026. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ryan O&#39;Rourke"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Cubs strike trade with Athletics for pitching staff reunion that was all too obvious</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-strike-trade-with-athletics-for-pitching-staff-reunion-that-was-all-too-obvious?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxvkbj8z2x</guid><description>The Chicago Cubs have traded for Aaron Civale as the team focuses on adding pitching before the MLB trade deadline. </description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:57:43 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3949,h_2221,x_0,y_66/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxvkck7c3bb1c7yart.jpg" caption="Jul 4, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Athletics starting pitcher Aaron Civale (45) throws a pitch against the Miami Marlins during the first inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Jordan Campbell"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 Cubs second-half storylines that will make or break the 2026 season</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/3-cubs-second-half-storylines-that-will-make-or-break-the-2026-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Deeds</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxmjavdj5q</guid><description>Pete Crow-Armstrong, Jed Hoyer and Alex Bregman will be huge factors in determining the fate of the 2026 Chicago Cubs in the second half of the season.</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4719,h_2654,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxnbb3rqneht3zbm48.jpg" caption="IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nick Deeds"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nationals surprise contention shouldn&#39;t scare Cubs away from one trade deadline target</title><link>https://cubbiescrib.com/nationals-surprise-contention-shouldn-t-scare-cubs-away-from-one-trade-deadline-target?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Jordan Campbell</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxka1gztv1</guid><description>Washington Nationals All-Star Foster Griffin feels like an obvious trade target for the Chicago Cubs ahead of the deadline. </description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2990,h_1681,x_6,y_124/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/9/01kxka6e7p25zm0xm4p1.jpg" caption="Jun 22, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Nationals starting pitcher Foster Griffin (22) walks to the dugout after being removed from the game against the Philadelphia Phillies during the eighth inning at Nationals Park. 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