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Small Ball covers the Cubs every single day of the MLB season. Each edition includes game recaps with full box scores, player stats, standings updates, injury reports, and front-office news. Browse every edition below, organized by month.
Today's Cubs Page →Nationals 6, Cubs 3: Home runs by Alex Bregman and Ian Happ are not enough
In a disappointing 6-3 loss to the Nationals, the Cubs' offense sputtered once again, mustering only four hits, with Alex Bregman and Ian Happ providing the team's only runs on solo homers. Shōta Imanaga's shaky outing continues to raise eyebrows after he allowed another...
Read full recap →Iowa Cubs Wrap: I-Cubs fall late to Columbus, 4-3
The Cubs kicked off the season with a tough opening loss, but the buzz around Cade Horton is hard to ignore after his stellar debut. As one of the bright spots, Horton’s performance will be crucial for the Cubs' aspirations in 2026, especially with the recent commitments to...
Read full recap →Iowa Cubs Wrap: Jonny Long helps sink Clippers, 5-2
The Cubs' season is off to a rocky start as they fell to the Nationals by a crushing 10-4 at Wrigley Field, exposing serious issues on the mound with a staggering 10 runs allowed per game. As fans digest the disappointing opener, the organization's focus also shifts to the...
Read full recap →Nationals 10, Cubs 4: That’s not the way I’ve always heard it should be
The Chicago Cubs opened their season in disappointing fashion, enduring a 10-4 defeat to the Washington Nationals in less-than-ideal weather conditions at Wrigley Field. On a day when fans were hoping for excitement, the team’s performance did not match the high expectations....
Read full recap →Cubs BCB After Dark: How many wins for the Cubs in 2026?
The Chicago Cubs are on the brink of a fresh season, and optimism is palpable as they gear up for Opening Day. With a stellar 92-win season behind them, there's a sense of anticipation for 2026, especially as they reflect on the impact of star acquisitions like Kyle Tucker....
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