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Casey McAleer

Joined: May 1, 2026

Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) warms up before an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

Aaron Rodgers’ retirement plans somehow bring Bears fans back into the conversation

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May 20, 2026

May 14, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia (48) and shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) celebrate after a victory over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Cubs vs. Brewers series could decide early control of the NL Central

Casey McAleer

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May 18, 2026

May 16, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) points after he hits a two-run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the ninth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Cubs learned an uncomfortable truth during the Crosstown Classic loss to White Sox

Casey McAleer

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May 18, 2026

May 17, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs right fielder Michael Conforto (20) runs the bases after hitting a three-run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the ninth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Michael Conforto perfectly summed up what made the Crosstown Classic special

Casey McAleer

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May 18, 2026

May 17, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox catcher Edgar Quero (26) hits a one run single against the Chicago Cubs during the second inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

White Sox catcher Edgar Quero comes out of nowhere to stun Cubs with walk-off homer

Casey McAleer

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May 17, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks on after being sacked during the first half of the NFL Wild Card game against the Houston Texans at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, PA on January 12, 2026.

Steelers’ Aaron Rodgers gamble already feels painfully familiar to Bears fans

Casey McAleer

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May 17, 2026

May 12, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (4) reacts after an out against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Pete Crow-Armstrong’s self criticism stood out after Cubs defeat

Casey McAleer

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May 17, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Chicago White Sox pitcher Davis Martin (65) on the mound during the first inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

White Sox ace Davis Martin dominates Cubs in first Crosstown Classic start

Casey McAleer

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May 17, 2026

May 10, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon (50) and catcher Carson Kelly (15) wait for a replay review during the fourth inning against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Cubs veteran Jameson Taillon admits harsh reality after blowup against White Sox

Casey McAleer

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May 17, 2026

May 14, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs left fielder Ian Happ (8) does an interview after a victory over the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Ian Happ perfectly explains why Nico Hoerner means so much to the Cubs

Casey McAleer

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May 16, 2026

Sep 9, 2019; San Diego, CA, USA; Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon (70) looks on before the game against the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-Imagn Images

Joe Maddon’s latest comments will hit Cubs fans right in the heart

Casey McAleer

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May 16, 2026

Nov 18, 2018; Chicago, IL, USA; Cancer survivor and former NHL player Eddie Olczyk is honored by the Chicago Blackhawks with One More Shift before the game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Minnesota Wild at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Jon Durr-Imagn Images

Blackhawks finally land Roman Kantserov, but Eddie Olczyk urges patience

Casey McAleer

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May 16, 2026

May 13, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell (11) walks to the mound to change pitchers against the Atlanta Braves during the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Craig Counsell made sure Cubs fans noticed Trent Thornton’s massive outing

Casey McAleer

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May 16, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago White Sox manager Will Venable tales the ball from pitcher Jordan Hicks (44) as catcher Edgar Quero (26) looks on during a pitching change in the sixth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

White Sox flaws resurface late as Cubs take control of Cross-Town Classic

Casey McAleer

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May 16, 2026

May 12, 2026; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Chicago Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner (2) fields a ground ball against the Atlanta Braves in the fourth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Nico Hoerner reveals the defensive mindset Craig Counsell brought to Cubs

Casey McAleer

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May 16, 2026

May 3, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Cubs left fielder Ian Happ (8) and third baseman Alex Bregman (3) celebrate with teammates after scoring against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the fifth inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images

Cubs learned an important lesson during statement series against Braves

Casey McAleer

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May 15, 2026

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