Tucker's ability to walk more than he strikes out has Cubs hitters thinking they can accomplish big things, too.

Preview the June 15 matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

Cubs Get Positive Update on Shota Imanaga originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Cubs got good news this week on the much-anticipated return on Shota Imanaga. Imanaga pitched two innings in an Arizona Complex League game on Monday, and struck out four batters on 25 pitches, according to pitching coach Tommy Hottovy.

The Chicago Cubs are on top of the NL Central with a depleted rotation. The quiet consistency of Matthew Boyd is a major reason for their success. Boyd has pitched at least six innings and allowed three earned runs or fewer in 10 of his 14 starts with his new team.

Preview the June 14 matchup between the Chicago Cubs and Pittsburgh Pirates with recent trends, how to watch, livestream info, and more.

Andrew McCutchen, the second batter of the game, homered to give the Bucs a 1-0 lead early. It was McCutchen’s 32nd career homer against the Cubs, which ties him for second-most among active players with Paul Goldschmidt. Eugenio Suárez leads with 36.

The Chicago Cubs are going to be buyers at this year's trade deadline, which means some top prospects could become trade chips soon.

Ten of thousands of Chicagoans gathered together in various locations Saturday to do what we arguably do best — party, protest and pray.