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Cubs win 9th straight, beat White Sox 6-3

August 16, 2015 10:25am CDT

CHICAGO (AP) — It wasn't quite a masterpiece, but the Chicago Cubs kept their incredible run going Saturday night.

Arrieta, Cubs beat Giants 2-0 for 4-game sweep

August 9, 2015 5:49pm CDT

Jake Arrieta pitched four-hit ball into the eighth inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Francisco Giants 2-0 on Sunday for a four-game sweep of the defending world champions.

Cubs call up OF Matt Szczur, designate pitcher Richard

August 3, 2015 7:01pm CDT

The Chicago Cubs recalled outfielder Matt Szczur from Triple-A Iowa and designated left-hander Clayton Richard for assignment Monday night before their game with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Cubs beat Brewers 4-3 to finish 4-game sweep; Bryant hurt

August 2, 2015 6:08pm CDT

Closer Hector Rondon nearly squandered a three-run lead, and Chicago Cubs rookie Kris Bryant got hurt in a 4-3 win on Sunday that completed a four-game sweep of the Milwaukee Brewers.

Rizzo homers in 4th straight game, Cubs beat Brewers 4-2

August 2, 2015 2:37am CDT

Kyle Hendricks scattered four hits and Anthony Rizzo continued his homer binge to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 4-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday night.

Hammel, Rizzo lead Cubs past Brewers 4-1

August 1, 2015 9:13am CDT

Jason Hammel beat Milwaukee for the seventh consecutive decision with his first win in almost two months and Anthony Rizzo homered to lead the Chicago Cubs past the rebuilding Brewers 4-1 on Friday...

Cubs acquire reliever Hunter from Orioles for Lake

July 31, 2015 7:14pm CDT

The Chicago Cubs have acquired reliever Tommy Hunter from the Baltimore Orioles for outfielder Junior Lake.

Haren dealt by Marlins to Cubs for 2 minor leaguers

July 31, 2015 3:25pm CDT

Right-hander Dan Haren has been acquired by the Chicago Cubs from the Miami Marlins.

Lester strikes out 14 to lead Cubs over Rockies 3-2

July 29, 2015 4:45pm CDT

Jon Lester struck out 14, one shy of his career high and the most for a Cubs pitcher in more than a decade, leading Chicago over the Colorado Rockies 3-2 Wednesday.

Reliever Ramirez to DL, Cubs promote pair of relievers

July 29, 2015 12:57pm CDT

The Chicago placed right-handed relief pitcher Neil Ramirez on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday with left abdominal soreness.

Bryant's HR in 9th lifts Cubs to 9-8 win over Rockies

July 28, 2015 5:56am CDT

Kris Bryant's two-run homer with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning lifted the Chicago Cubs to a 9-8 victory over the Colorado Rockies 9-8 on Monday night.

Phillies' Hamels pitches 1st no-hitter vs Cubs in 50 years

July 25, 2015 5:21pm CDT

Phillies ace Cole Hamels enhanced his trade value even more, becoming the first pitcher to throw a no-hitter against the Chicago Cubs in 50 years while leading Philadelphia to a 5-0 win Saturday.

Olympic champion Shawn Johnson gets engaged at Wrigley Field

July 24, 2015 8:10pm CDT

Olympic champion gymnast Shawn Johnson threw out a ceremonial first ball at Wrigley Field - and wound up with quite a catch.

Francoeur's 10th-inning HR gives Phillies 5-3 win over Cubs

July 24, 2015 8:07pm CDT

Jeff Francoeur hit a two-run homer with two outs in the 10th inning and the Philadelphia Phillies, who had rallied in the ninth, beat the Chicago Cubs 5-3 on Friday.

MLB: Cubs rookie Kris Bryant No. 2 in overall jersey sales

July 23, 2015 1:52pm CDT

The Chicago Cubs are playing better baseball these days and it's showing up in merchandise sales.

Teagarden's hit leads Cubs to 6-5 win over Reds and DH split

July 22, 2015 11:14pm CDT

Taylor Teagarden singled home the tiebreaking run off Aroldis Chapman with two outs in the ninth inning Wednesday night, completing the Chicago Cubs' biggest comeback of the season for a 6-5 win.

Frazier doubles home 2, Reds beat Cubs 9-1 in DH opener

July 22, 2015 3:08pm CDT

Todd Frazier extended his post-derby surge with three more hits, including a two-run double, and the Cincinnati Reds used a big first inning to beat the Chicago Cubs 9-1 on Wednesday.

Cubs call up Medina, Beeler for DH vs Reds

July 22, 2015 1:08pm CDT

The Cubs restocked their bullpen for a doubleheader against the Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday, calling up Yoervis Medina from Triple-A Iowa.

Bruce hits last of Reds' 3 HRs for 5-4 win over Cubs

July 20, 2015 11:07pm CDT

Todd Frazier connected for the first time since he won the All-Star Home Run Derby, and Jay Bruce hit a key two-run shot in the sixth inning on Monday night, powering the Cincinnati Reds to a 5-4 v...