The Chicago Cubs have needed a lift. The Cubs started the first game of the Tuesday doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers nine games back in the National League Central. The Cubs were four up on Cincinnati, who is looking to grab one of the final three wildcard spots.

Jameson Taillon pitched six effective innings in his return from a calf injury, and the Chicago Cubs beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-1 for a sweep of their split doubleheader.

The Chicago Cubs could have a star pitcher on their hands. Daniel Palencia has been incredible in over 40 appearances for Craig Counsell's club.

The Chicago Cubs have been hit with a harsh dose of reality over the last few weeks, watching their lead disappear in the National League Central while the Milw

The Chicago Cubs have already called up their top prospect, but Craig Counsell could use some more young talent to kick start his team.

From Carver-Hawkeye Arena to Wrigley Field, Iowa women’s basketball coaches can do it all. Current Iowa women’s basketball head coacch Jan Jensen, and previous head coach Lisa Bluder are being hosted by the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field.

Since he started in the All-Star Game, Chicago Cubs outfielder Kyle Tucker owns a .182/.333/.239 slash line with just three extra-base hits and six RBIs.

As the Cubs have worked to get their offense back on track over the past month, the team’s rotation has done its part in holding the line. The starting staff has done so while also awaiting the return of veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon.

Owen Caissie was the catalyst for the Cubs in Game 1. His day of personal firsts provided moments that were sorely needed for a team that was slumping.

The Cubs are set to host the best team in baseball, the Brewers, for a five-game series this week at Wrigley Field. It starts with a doubleheader on Monday. Several weeks ago, it looked like this would be a huge series to shape how the division race for the NL Central title would shake out.

Announcers: Lane Grindle and Josh Maurer will call the games on the Brewers Radio Network. Yes, for all three games, the Brewers broadcast is available on the Sirius XM app. The Cubs broadcast is available on Channel 185 on Aug. 19-20 and Channel 178 on Aug. 21.

In case you weren't aware, Craig Counsell used to manage the Milwaukee Brewers. Counsell's about-face from Wisconsin sports hero to big-market supervillain has