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March 06, 2026

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The Cubs dominated the Diamondbacks 8-1 in a strong showing at Sloan Park, highlighted by Dansby Swanson and Carson Kelly both going deep. Swanson's power surge in the third and Kelly's blast in the fifth showcased the Cubs' offensive depth as they continue to blend veteran talent with emerging prospects like Pete Crow-Armstrong and Cade Horton, who are gearing up for big seasons. Meanwhile, the Cubs' roster strategy raises eyebrows, especially with Ian Happ attracting attention from the Yankees and Reds as he edges closer to free agency. Amid the ballpark excitement, Cubs manager Craig Counsell also shared a heartfelt moment as his son, Brady, made his pro debut against the team he leads. It's a mix of family ties and competitive spirit that encapsulates a thrilling day for the Cubbies.

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Cubs 8, Diamondbacks 1: Dansby Swanson and Carson Kelly homer

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Cubs 8, Diamondbacks 1: Dansby Swanson and Carson Kelly homer

MESA, Arizona — It was a windy day in the Valley of the Sun Thursday, but neither Cubs home run needed any help from the wind. Dansby Swanson homered in the third and Carson Kelly added one in the fifth and the Cubs defeated the Diamondbacks 8-1. The Cubs put two on the board in […]

Counsell meeting: Father and son swap lineup cards in Spring Training family affair

Counsell meeting: Father and son swap lineup cards in Spring Training family affair

MESA, Ariz. -- When Cubs manager Craig Counsell received the lineup and travel squad from the D-backs ahead of Thursday’s Cactus League game, he sent a photo of the list to his wife, Michelle. Their son Brady was included in the group of extra players heading to Sloan Park. The

Here's the Cubs' player pool for their Spring Breakout game

Here's the Cubs' player pool for their Spring Breakout game

MESA, Ariz. -- The Cubs have balanced building a playoff-contending roster with creating developmental runway for prospects in the Major Leagues in recent seasons. Names like Pete Crow-Armstrong, Michael Busch, Cade Horton and Matt Shaw have jumped from Pipeline’s rankings to postseason races. Spring Breakout offers a chance to get

MLB The Show 26 just snubbed one of the Cubs' best players in new rankings

MLB The Show 26 just snubbed one of the Cubs' best players in new rankings

In their new positional rankings, MLB The Show 26 gave Chicago Cubs Michael Busch the ultimate slap in the face, despite a breakout 2025 performance.

Yankees, division rival among early threats to steal Ian Happ away from the Cubs

Yankees, division rival among early threats to steal Ian Happ away from the Cubs

If the Chicago Cubs let Ian Happ test free agency next offseason, the New York Yankees and Cincinnati Reds could be among his top suitors.

'I'll close my eyes': Diamondbacks' Counsell makes pro debut against father Craig's Cubs

'I'll close my eyes': Diamondbacks' Counsell makes pro debut against father Craig's Cubs

Brady Counsell got his first reps as a Diamondback on Thursday when he was named to the club's roster for a spring training clash with the Cubs, who are managed by his father.