September 30, 2019 Chicago Cubs fire Joe Maddon after 5 seasons, World Series title The Chicago Cubs on Sunday announced manager Joe Maddon will not be returning to the team, making the announcement prior to the team's final game of the year, a loss against the St. Louis Cardinals.
September 26, 2019 Cubs eliminated, then fall to Pirates for 8th straight loss The Chicago Cubs felt they were in the beginning stages of a dynasty three years ago.
September 25, 2019 Chicago Cubs' Mark Loretta suspended for putting on umpire's headset during review Chicago Cubs bench coach Mark Loretta received a one-game suspension Tuesday for what was determined to be “inappropriate conduct” in a game against the St. Louis Cardinals over the weekend.
September 24, 2019 Agent blasts MLB after Chicago Cubs' Kris Bryant slips on wet base, suffers ankle injury Baseball super-agent Scott Boras blasted Major League Baseball on Monday after Chicago Cubs star Kris Bryant, his client, sprained his ankle Sunday after slipping on first base trying to beat out a throw.
September 10, 2019 Baez could return if Cubs make playoffs All-Star shortstop Javier Báez could return to the Chicago Cubs if they reach the playoffs.
September 6, 2019 Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel goes on IL; Baez late scratch Chicago Cubs closer Craig Kimbrel was put on the injured list with elbow inflammation on Thursday ahead of a big series against the Milwaukee Brewers.
September 3, 2019 September Scramble: MLB playoff spots, intriguing plots All-Star ace Luis Severino heating up in the bullpen, maybe. Gavin Lux making his debut, Bruce Bochy saying farewell.
August 13, 2019 On deck: 2020 baseball gets early jump with March 26 openers Major League Baseball will open its 2020 season March 26, its earliest start other than international games. The schedule also features a late April series in Puerto Rico between the New York Mets and Miami Marlins.
July 31, 2019 David Phelps acquired by Cubs in deal with Blue Jays The Cubs added bullpen depth by acquiring right-hander David Phelps from Toronto for minor league righty Thomas Hatch.
July 17, 2019 Reptile wrangler who retrieved alligator from Chicago lagoon throws first pitch before Cubs game The reptile wrangler who retrieved a roughly 5-foot alligator from the Humboldt Park Lagoon in Chicago threw out the first pitch at the Chicago Cubs’ game against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday.