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Carson Kelly - Productive in win Friday Kelly went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored in Friday's 6-5 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Kelly has been an offensive force so far for the Cubs, as he's slashing .316/.413/.443 through 24 games. He's established himself as the clear top backstop in Chicago across the past two seasons, though Miguel Amaya is one of the more talented complementary options in the league. Kelly should continue to see the majority of the playing time moving forward, and his hot bat warrants attention in most fantasy formats.

1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Michael Busch - Doubles, drives in two Friday Busch went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Friday's 6-5 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Busch got May off to a good start with a two-hit performance that raised his season batting average above .200. It's been a struggle so far for the first baseman, though he's been better lately with a .268/.375/.488 slash line across his last 10 games. Busch's slow start, combined with Nico Hoerner's hot start, compelled the Cubs to make the latter their primary leadoff hitter, but Hoerner exited Friday's contest with a neck issue. If he has to miss time, Busch is an option to bat first, at least against righties, which is something he did often in 2025.

1 HOUR AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Cubs stay hot, edge Diamondbacks in series opener Deadspin | Cubs stay hot, edge Diamondbacks in series opener

6 HOURS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Diamondbacks play the Cubs after Vargas' 4-hit game

The Arizona Diamondbacks play the Chicago Cubs after Ildemaro Vargas had four hits on Friday in a 6-5 loss to the Cubs

7 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Brewers' combined no-hit bid spoiled by Washington's Lile double in 7th inning

Washington’s Daylen Lile doubled with one out in the seventh to break up a combined no-hitter by Milwaukee’s Jacob Misiorowski and Aaron Ashby

14 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Jacob Webb - Collects first save of year Webb walked one and struck out three over two scoreless, no-hit innings of relief Friday to record his first save of the season in a 6-5 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Manager Craig Counsell elected to stick with what was working after Webb dialed up a perfect eighth inning, and the veteran righty wound up tossing 36 total pitches (23 strikes) to get the job done. The Cubs continue to mix and match in save situations -- Hoby Milner got the save Wednesday in the team's last game -- but Daniel Palencia (lat) is beginning what should be a brief rehab assignment at Triple-A Iowa on Friday, and he's on track to reclaim the closing role next week. Through 14 appearances this season, Webb has a 4.26 ERA, 1.82 WHIP and 15:7 K:BB over 12.2 innings.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Colin Rea - Fans six in fourth win Rea (4-1) picked up the win Friday, allowing two runs on eight hits over 5.1 innings in a 6-5 victory over the Diamondbacks. He struck out six without walking a batter.

Impact The veteran right-hander needed an inefficient 102 pitches (71 strikes) to record 16 outs, but Rea did enough to snag his fourth win in five turns through the rotation since replacing Cade Horton (elbow). Rea will take a 4.41 ERA, 1.32 WHIP and 30:9 K:BB through 32.2 innings into his next outing, which is set to come at home next week against the Reds.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Walks and game time up, pitches in strike zone down through first full month of MLB's robot umpires

Walks are up 7.3% as pitches in the strike zone dropped markedly and the time of game increased by 5 minutes through the first full month of Major League Baseball’s initial season...

16 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Busch, PCA provide signs of snapping out of early funk as Cubs hang on CHICAGO – Pete Crow-Armstrong and Michael Busch provided a pair of power threats throughout the Cubs’ run to the playoffs last year. Out of...

17 HOURS AGO • MLB.COM

Busch helps the Cubs top the Diamondbacks 6-5 in series opener

Michael Busch had two hits and two RBIs, helping Colin Rea and the Chicago Cubs top the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5

17 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Cubs' Nico Hoerner departs win over Diamondbacks because of neck tightness

Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner is day to day after leaving the team's 6-5 victory over the Diamondbacks because of neck tightness

19 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

What happened to Nico Hoerner? Cubs star exits game with tricky injury | Sporting News Chicago had to make an early change.

19 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Arizona's Ildemaro Vargas sets record for Venezuela-born player with a 27-game hit streak

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ildemaro Vargas has extended his hitting streak to 27 games, breaking the major league record for a Venezuela native

19 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Nico Hoerner - Dealing with neck issue Hoerner was removed from Friday's game against the Diamondbacks due to left sided neck tightness, Taylor McGregor of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact The 28-year-old doubled and scored during the opening frame but was replaced by a pinch hitter during the second inning. The severity of the injury isn't clear, but the Cubs could offer some more information after Friday's contest. Hoerner should be considered day-to-day for now.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nico Hoerner - Exits game with apparent injury Hoerner was removed from Friday's game versus the Diamondbacks in the second inning with an undisclosed injury, Jesse Rogers of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Hoerner doubled and scored in the bottom of the first inning but was then pinch-hit for when his spot in the lineup came up again in the bottom of the second. It's unclear what apparent injury Hoerner is dealing with, but the Cubs should provide an update shortly.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

MLB 2026 Buzz: Brewers Place All-Star Brandon Woodruff on IL After Velocity Loss

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20 HOURS AGO • FOX SPORTS

MLB 2026 Buzz: Brewers Place All-Star Brandon Woodruff on IL After Velocity Loss

Why Cubs are in 'perfect spot' to trade for Phillies' Bryce Harper | Sporting News Chicago's first base leash should be 'short'.

20 HOURS AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Daniel Palencia - Making rehab appearance Friday Cubs manager Craig Counsell said that Palencia (lat) will make a rehab appearance with Triple-A Iowa on Friday, Andy Martinez of Marquee Sports Network reports.

Impact The Cubs had left open the possibility of activating Palencia from the 15-day injured list Friday, but they've decided to have him pitch in a rehab game first. If Palencia and the Cubs are satisfied with how things go Friday, it could be the only rehab outing he needs before returning to the active roster. Palencia is working his way back from a strain in his left (non-throwing) lat.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Zac Gallen attempts to steady D-backs' staff in opener vs. Cubs Deadspin | Zac Gallen attempts to steady D-backs' staff in opener vs. Cubs

23 HOURS AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Dansby Swanson - Back in action Friday Swanson (glute) will start at shortstop and bat ninth in Friday's game versus the Diamondbacks.

Impact Swanson didn't start the Cubs' last game Wednesday due to a left glute cramp, but he's ready to go for Friday's series opener. The 32-year-old is hitting only .214 in his first 30 games this season, but the counting stats have been there with six home runs, 23 RBI, 23 runs and two stolen bases.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Former Cubs reliever elects free agency following roster move | Sporting News After being outrighted earlier in the week, Vince Velasquez has made up his mind regarding his time with the Chicago Cubs.

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Scott Harris ties lure retired Cubs World Champion to Tigers front office role Former Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks is reunited with Scott Harris and Jeff Greenberg in the Tigers front office.

1 DAY AGO • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM

Cubs linked to Angels' 0.84 ERA Cy Young candidate for Justin Steele reason | Sporting News Chicago has already lost Cade Horton for the year.

1 DAY AGO • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Ramírez goes yard again! Cubs' No. 8 prospect quickly ties career-high amid torrid start Pedro Ramírez wasn’t known for his power as the Cubs’ No. 8 prospect. Then he starred in Spring Training with a pair of home runs and a 1.06...

1 DAY AGO • MLB.COM

Cubs player talks big game about Dalton Rushing after the fact Nico Hoerner lamented not confronting Dalton Rushing after an alleged insult to Chicago Cubs teammate Miguel Amaya.

1 DAY AGO • DODGERBLUE.COM

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Diamondbacks play the Cubs after Vargas' 4-hit game

Brewers' combined no-hit bid spoiled by Washington's Lile double in 7th inning

Walks and game time up, pitches in strike zone down through first full month of MLB's robot umpires

Busch helps the Cubs top the Diamondbacks 6-5 in series opener

Cubs' Nico Hoerner departs win over Diamondbacks because of neck tightness

Arizona's Ildemaro Vargas sets record for Venezuela-born player with a 27-game hit streak

MLB 2026 Buzz: Brewers Place All-Star Brandon Woodruff on IL After Velocity Loss

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Diamondbacks play the Cubs after Vargas' 4-hit game

Brewers' combined no-hit bid spoiled by Washington's Lile double in 7th inning

Walks and game time up, pitches in strike zone down through first full month of MLB's robot umpires

Busch helps the Cubs top the Diamondbacks 6-5 in series opener

Cubs' Nico Hoerner departs win over Diamondbacks because of neck tightness

Arizona's Ildemaro Vargas sets record for Venezuela-born player with a 27-game hit streak

MLB 2026 Buzz: Brewers Place All-Star Brandon Woodruff on IL After Velocity Loss