Cubs and Padres NL Wild Card preview: Four important factors, matchups, and prediction for 2026 playoff rematch
October baseball has a unique way of rekindling old rivalries, and this time, the location has shifted. Just a year after the Chicago Cubs knocked out the San Diego Padres in the 2025 National League Wild Card Series at Wrigley Field, these two teams are set to face off again on Tuesday night at Petco […]
Cubs player Pete Crow-Armstrong becomes a member of MLB’s 40-40 club
More like MV-PCA! Cubs standout Pete Crow-Armstrong entered the game Thursday with 45 home runs, and he made a strong case for National League Most Valuable Player when he stole his 40th base, officially joining the prestigious 40-40 club. After walking to lead off the bottom of the first inning, Crow-Armstrong quickly dashed for second, […]
Cubs player Alex Bregman hospitalized after sustaining a serious foul ball injury to his face.
During Sunday’s game, the Chicago Cubs celebrated a 9-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds, but it was marred by an injury to third baseman Alex Bregman. He was struck in the face by a foul ball while on-deck in the fourth inning. His teammate, Michael Busch, had hit a foul that bounced off home plate […]
Umpire Bill Miller fails to call any correct ABS challenges in Reds’ 10-8 victory against Cubs at Wrigley Field
Cincinnati Reds Celebrate Win Against Cubs Despite Umpire Controversy The atmosphere in the Cincinnati Reds’ clubhouse was buzzing with excitement after their 10-8 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Friday. In contrast, the Cubs weren’t in a celebratory mood, especially after their bullpen faltered during Cincinnati’s late-game rally. A significant part of the postgame discussion […]
Cubs fans engage in a violent fight in the bleachers, SMU’s football cheerleaders are focused, and Baker is deceived.
As I sit down to craft today’s captions, I look up and can hardly believe my eyes—it’s blue skies all around. No clouds. No sticky humidity in sight, and the temperature is in the low 90s. I’m not part of the Pumpkin Spice Latte fan club or anything, but I’m honestly relieved I didn’t have […]
Elderly man hits fan at Cubs game for not rising during national anthem
Incident at Cubs Game Over National Anthem At a recent Cubs game, an older man expressed his disapproval when young fans remained seated during the national anthem. A video shared online captures the moment when this man yelled at a young fan to “wake up” while the anthem played. He then leaned down to whisper […]
Former Cubs player Anthony Rizzo hits a home run in the Wrigley Field bleachers.
Anthony Rizzo’s Memorable Moment at Wrigley Field This time, Anthony Rizzo made it count. On Saturday, during the Cubs’ 6-2 victory over the Twins, Rizzo, the former first baseman for Chicago, was enjoying the game from the outfield bleachers while cradling his young son. In a surprising twist, he snagged a home run ball hit […]
Kristin Cavallari receives positive feedback for her debut pitch at a Cubs game, 7’6 15-year-old basketball player and MEAT.
Saturday Screencaps: Wildfire Smoke and Chicago’s First Pitch Chaos The sun is out for now, and we won’t see Canadian wildfire smoke return until tomorrow. It’s that lovely time of summer for Saturday Screencaps, a collection of content during this quieter period. Let’s start in Chicago. Kristin Cavallari’s first pitch caused quite a stir for […]
Lion at Fresno Chaffee Zoo welcomes two cubs on July 4th
Life, it seems, has its own rhythm. On Independence Day, the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in Northern California experienced a delightful surprise as one of its African lions gave birth to several charming cubs. As the town buzzed with preparations for America’s 250th birthday celebrations, Zamaya, one of the zoo’s lions, welcomed her second cub on […]
Cubs manager Craig Counsell criticizes the ‘unreasonable’ replay review
Cubs Manager Expresses Frustration Over Stolen Base Review Craig Counsell didn’t hold back his frustration regarding Major League Baseball’s decision not to review the incident involving Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who seemingly blocked Cubs infielder Nico Horner at second base during a key moment in their 3-2 loss on Thursday in Baltimore. During the 9th […]