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Former Cubs first baseman Anthony Rizzo carries the World Series trophy as the 2016 world champion team is honored before a game against the Twins on July 18, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: Celebrating the 2016 Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field never gets old, even as the players do

July 18, 2026 at 5:26 p.m.

The 2016 Chicago Cubs were back at Wrigley Field on Saturday, and it seemed like the championship party never ended.

Former Cubs manager Joe Maddon, left, and former manager and player David Ross high-five each other while being introduced for "The Lovable Reunion Live" at the Chicago Theatre on July 16, 2026. (John J. Kim/baiduhai)

Column: 10-year reunion of Chicago Cubs’ 2016 champions is a reminder the saga is still in progress

July 16, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Not that long ago, Chicago Cubs fans dreamed of a dynasty. That didn’t happen, and the old chestnut of “Just one before I die” also turned out to be a...

Chicago White Sox's Munetaka Murakami competes during the MLB baseball All-Star Home Run Derby, Monday, July 13, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Column: A tale of 2 Chicago baseball teams as Cubs and White Sox aim their sights on October

July 15, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The White Sox and Cubs both had successful first halves of the season, even as they did so in unconventional fashion.

Alex Bregman of the Chicago Cubs hits a three-run home run during the seventh inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on July 12, 2026, in Cincinnati. (Jeff Dean/Getty Images)

Column: Alex Bregman ends the 1st half on a roll for the Chicago Cubs — and it’s only going to get crazier

July 12, 2026 at 4:34 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs ended the first half on Sunday in Cincinnati. Take a deep breath, Cubs fans. Barring a reversal of form, it's only going to get crazier.

Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman (3) celebrates with Michael Busch after hitting a two-run home run in the seventh inning against the Reds on July 11, 2026, in Cincinnati. (Jeff Dean/Getty)

Alex Bregman hits tiebreaking home run and bullpen delivers in Chicago Cubs’ 5-3 win over Cincinnati Reds

July 12, 2026 at 12:30 a.m.

The Chicago Cubs came back to beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-3 on Saturday and even the series behind Alex Bregman's tiebreaking home run and a strong bullpen effort.

Cubs reliever Phil Maton reacts after giving up a two-run single to Angels catcher Logan O'Hoppe on March 31, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: Chicago Cubs reliever Phil Maton hopes to erase troubles, and Craig Counsell recalls his draft-day bonus

July 11, 2026 at 6:10 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs brought Phil Maton back early from his minor-league rehab stint, hoping the veteran can return to his former self and help revive a patchwork bullpen.

Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner reacts after striking out in the second inning against the Reds on Friday, July 10, 2026, in Cincinnati. (Michael Swensen/AP)

Column: Despite lackluster 4-0 loss to Cincinnati Reds, Chicago Cubs should be satisfied with their first half

July 10, 2026 at 10:12 p.m.

Who are the real Chicago Cubs? We're still asking ourselves that question nearly four months into the 2026 season.

UCLA's Roch Cholowsky bats during a game against TCU on Feb. 20, 2025, in Los Angeles. (Kyusung Gong/AP)

Column: White Sox draft drama heats up, while Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong channels his inner Sammy Sosa

July 10, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The White Sox brain trust ponders the No. 1 pick in the MLB draft this weekend, and Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has a Sammy Sosa-like hot streak.

Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras is congratulated by his teammates in the dugout after scoring on a two-run double by designated hitter Romy Gonzalez in the ninth inning of a game against the Chicago White Sox at Rate Field in Chicago on July 7, 2026. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: 10 years later, former Chicago Cubs star Willson Contreras still loves being in the fight

July 7, 2026 at 11:35 p.m.

Willson Contreras has grown up over the years since his Chicago Cubs debut in 2016, but fortunately he has never changed.

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong makes a face in the dugout in the sixth inning against the Blue Jays on June 19, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Chris Sweda/baiduhai)

Column: Has Pete Crow-Armstrong’s popularity slipped? Who will the White Sox draft? 8 baseball thoughts.

July 7, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

With the All-Star break, MLB draft and trade deadline approaching, the Cubs and White Sox are in position for a playoff run.

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