https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/page/3/?d=1News: Newsenhttps://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/how-cubs-bullpen-stacks-up-to-other-nl-central-contenders-post-deadline-r12099/The 2026 MLB trade deadline is now in the rearview mirror. This deadline will be memorialized by the Dodgers acquisition of two-time reigning AL Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal and what this means for the future of baseball. There was plenty of action around the rest of the league though, esp...12099Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:05:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/acquiring-tyrone-taylor-was-an-unsung-gem-by-jed-hoyer-at-trade-deadline-r12084/The Chicago Cubs were one of the more active teams at this year’s MLB Trade Deadline, and one of their bigger splashes was acquiring Clay Holmes and Tyrone Taylor from the Mets. They pulled this move off in the final few hours, and while Holmes is the headliner of the deal, Taylor deserves some...12084Fri, 07 Aug 2026 22:35:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-minor-league-recap-smokies-go-deep-four-times-as-south-bend-splits-r12074/Chicago Cubs Transactions Chicago Cubs signed free agent RHP Andrew Wantz to a minor league contract. Chicago Cubs optioned RHP Tyler Ferguson to Iowa Cubs. Chicago Cubs recalled LHP Braxton Garrett from Iowa Cubs. Kansas City Royals claimed LHP Luke Little off waive...12074Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:06:04 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/vote-for-your-top-cubs-prospects-r12069/Unlike other publications, North Side Baseball enables all users to contribute to our top prospect rankings. Anyone with a DiamondCentric account can participate and give their input on who they think should be in the Cubs' top prospects list. Before you vote, you can hit our top prospects page ...12069Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:23:43 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/can-the-cubs-really-compete-with-the-dodgers-r12063/The Chicago Cubs just swept the Los Angeles Dodgers, in large part due to some strong starting pitching and a remarkable series from National League MVP candidate Pete Crow-Armstrong. In this video, we'll break down PCA's career year, the team's rejuvenated rotation, and the postseason experienc...12063Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:44:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/pete-crow-armstrong-has-entered-rare-cubs-company-and-is-now-surpassing-it-r12059/The 2025 season gave Chicago Cubs fans a glimpse of what Pete Crow-Armstrong is capable of doing. After all, the center fielder became just the second player in franchise history to post a 30-home run, 30-stolen base season, joining Sammy Sosa in an exclusive club. For a 24-year-old still scratc...12059Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:57:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-hitters-of-the-month-july-2026-mvpete-is-here-r12043/The Chicago Cubs had a strong month of July, much of which was thanks to a terrific effort on a nightly basis from the lineup. Nearly everyone contributed something to the cause, positioning the team to be aggressive buyers at the trade deadline. Certain players flashed brighter than others...12043Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:07:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-minor-league-recap-smokies-sweep-doubleheader-iowa-wins-in-extras-r12034/Chicago Cubs Transactions Chicago Cubs sent RHP Daniel Palencia on a rehab assignment to Iowa Cubs. Chicago Cubs activated RHP Kevin Gausman. Chicago Cubs optioned LHP Antoine Kelly to Iowa Cubs. Owen Ayers Delivers Twice As Iowa Wins In Extras Iowa needed 10 in...12034Thu, 06 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/can-tyrone-taylor-be-a-difference-maker-for-the-cubs-r12024/While Clay Holmes was the headliner of a trade between the New York Mets and Chicago Cubs, outfielder Tyrone Taylor could find himself a significant role player. In this video, we'll break down the veteran outfielder's speed, glove, and cover where he fits into the overall scheme of the 2026 Cub...12024Thu, 06 Aug 2026 12:42:02 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/cubs-2026-trade-deadline-grades-did-jed-hoyer-strike-the-right-balance-r12021/The 2026 MLB trade deadline has officially come and gone, and the Chicago Cubs were one of the busiest teams in baseball. It was no secret that pitching was this team's biggest need, and Jed Hoyer made sure to address it. The Cubs opened the deadline by landing one of the top starting pitch...12021Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:53:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-pitchers-of-the-month-july-2026-heroic-efforts-give-way-to-trade-deadline-reinforcements-r12007/The calendar has flipped to August on the MLB season, and it's time to look back at who helped the Chicago Cubs make it through July. The month started with a 23-3 win over the San Diego Padres and ended with a 2-0 loss to the New York Yankees. In between that was 13 wins and some outstanding pi...12007Thu, 06 Aug 2026 00:05:03 +0000https://diamondcentric.net/news-rumors/north-side-baseball/chicago-cubs-minor-league-report-hartshorns-homer-helps-south-bend-to-series-opening-win-r11990/Chicago Cubs Minor League Report Affiliate Overview Triple-A Iowa Cubs Series at Indianapolis Indians (Pittsburgh Pirates): Indians lead, 1-0 Season Record: 43–63-1 Double-A Knoxville Smokies Series at Chattanooga Lookouts (Cincinnati Reds): Game postponed Season Record: 5...11990Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:09:02 +0000