Meghan Montemurro

Meghan Montemurro is in her fourth year covering the Cubs for the Tribune. She has covered Major League Baseball for the last 14 years after graduating from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Cubs starter Jameson Taillon pitches against the Tigers during the first inning Monday, July 20, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Jameson Taillon returns but gives up early homers as Chicago Cubs lose in extra innings

July 21, 2026 at 12:28 a.m.

The Detroit Tigers put up a four-spot in the first inning Monday on Chicago Cubs starter Jameson Taillon, who had been freshly activated from the injured list.

Cubs unveil logo for 2027 All-Star Game at Wrigley Field, incorporating park’s marquee and the Chicago flag

July 17, 2026 at 7:02 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs on Friday unveiled the official logo for the 2027 MLB All-Star Game, scheduled to be played July 13 at Wrigley Field.

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong exhales after hitting an RBI double in the second inning against the Phillies at Wrigley Field on April 22, 2026, in Chicago. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago baseball report: Season resumes with Cubs chasing Brewers — and White Sox exceeding expectations

July 17, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Despite all of their injuries, the Cubs open the second half in playoff position, while the White Sox are tied for first place in the American League Central.

Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong singles to center during the eighth inning of the MLB All-Star Game on July 14, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. (Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

3 things we heard at All-Star Week, including Pete Crow-Armstrong’s MVP hopes and Munetaka Murakami’s goals

July 15, 2026 at 12:25 a.m.

Impressions of Pete Crow-Armstrong, plus Munetaka Murakami is interested in staying on the South Side and how Miguel Vargas made history.

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong hits a solo home run in the sixth inning of a game against the San Diego Padres at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 30, 2026. (Chris Sweda/Chicago Tribune)

Will Chicago Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong participate in the Home Run Derby at Wrigley Field in 2027?

July 14, 2026 at 7:38 p.m.

Wrigley Field will host its first All-Star Game since 1990 when the Midsummer Classic comes to the North Side in 2027. Last time, Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg won the Home...

Chicago Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong speaks to media during the MLB baseball All-Star Week, Monday, July 13, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

For Chicago Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong, learning to handle failure is a key part of his All-Star season

July 14, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Pete Crow-Armstrong's stellar first-half production has been undeniable. The 24-year-old center fielder's biggest adjustment has been from learning to better handle failure.

Minnesota pitcher Isaac Morton throws during a game against St. John's on Feb. 14, 2026, in DeLand, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

3 takeaways from Chicago Cubs’ MLB draft haul, including lots of pitching and a heavy college investment

July 13, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The investment in Mississippi right-hander Cade Townsend with the No. 23 pick paved the way for the Chicago Cubs to hone in on pitching — they drafted 16 total.

Mason McGwire of the Chicago Cubs on the National League Team pitches during the 2026 MLB Futures Game at Citizens Bank Park on July 12, 2026, in Philadelphia. (Emilee Chinn/Getty Images)

Chicago Cubs prospects — and roommates — Mason McGwire and Josiah Hartshorn embrace Futures Game experience

July 12, 2026 at 6:56 p.m.

Chicago Cubs prospects Mason McGwire and Josiah Hartshorn, along with Chicago White Sox prospect Caleb Bonemer, played in the 2026 Futures Game on Sunday.

Mississippi pitcher Cade Townsend throws against Ohio State on Feb. 28, 2026, in Houston. (Michael Wyke/AP)

Chicago Cubs’ 2026 draft: Mississippi RHP Cade Townsend chosen at No. 23 — and see their full list of picks

July 12, 2026 at 6:44 p.m.

The Chicago Cubs opted for pitching with their top draft choice, taking Mississippi right-hander Cade Townsend with the No. 23 pick.

Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) and second baseman Nico Hoerner celebrate after Swanson caught the final out of the game to defeat the Cardinals on July 5, 2026, at Wrigley Field. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

‘They make it look so easy’: Dansby Swanson and Nico Hoerner impress as elite double-play duo for Chicago Cubs

July 10, 2026 at 2:42 p.m.

Shortstop Dansby Swanson and second baseman Nico Hoerner are quickly becoming the defining double-play pairing for this generation of Chicago Cubs fans.

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