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MLB roundup: Cubs top Padres on Michael Busch's walk-off HR

Michael Busch homered to lead off the ninth inning, lifting the host Chicago Cubs to a walk-off, 3-2 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday. Busch deposited a first-pitch fastball from Enyel De Los Santos (1-2) over the wall in right-center field.

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Michael Busch's blast sends to Cubs win over Padres

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / 10 hours ago

Three key Cubs players could be returning soon

The Cubs currently sit at a solid 20-14 record, just one game back of the Brewers for the NL Central lead.

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Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / April 30

Michael Busch Going Through Highs, Lows of Adjusting at Plate

With their two most dangerous hitters still on the shelf indefinitely, the Cubs really need someone to step up and carry the load offensively. Christopher Morel was able to shake off his funk to provide a late spark Monday night, but Michael Busch was 0-for-4 with a pair of strikeouts and could use another big game.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleacher Nation / April 29

Pitchers Have Moved on to a New Plan of Attack Against Michael Busch (And So Far, It’s Working)

The pitchers have adjusted to Michael Busch. Will he adjust back?

Chicago Cubs News / ESPN / April 27

Inside Michael Busch's long road to becoming an instant success with the Cubs

After being blocked in L.A., Busch has hit the ground running in Chicago. Is he the long-term answer at first base?

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 23

Cody Bellinger: Former Dodgers Prospect Michael Busch ‘Running With’ Cubs Opportunity

Michael Busch emerged as a top prospect for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but he was traded to the Chicago Cubs during the offseason due to a roster crunch.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 23

Cody Bellinger: Former Dodgers Prospect Michael Busch ‘Running With’ Opportunity To Start

Michael Busch emerged as a top prospect for the Los Angeles Dodgers, but he was traded to the Chicago Cubs during the offseason due to a roster crunch.

MLB News / Tar Heel Blog / April 21

UNC Baseball: Heels in the MLB

From The Bosh to The Show. There are currently seven Diamond Heels on MLB rosters having varying levels of success. Six of those seven are pitchers and two are on the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 20

Michael Busch Doesn’t Hold ‘Hard Feelings’ But Motivated By Dodgers Trade

Michael Busch was a top Los Angeles Dodgers prospect but found himself on the outside looking in and wound up being traded to the Chicago Cubs during the offseason.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / April 17

Michael Busch Has Been a Huge Addition for the Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs had a lot of needs to fill during the offseason. One of those needs was first base, and they filled it by trading for Michael Busch. It seems they have made the right move as Michael Busch is beginning to look like an early favorite for Rookie of the Year.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 16

Cubs' Michael Busch in pursuit of record book vs. Diamondbacks

There wasn't much of a ripple when the Chicago Cubs acquired Michael Busch in a minor trade from the Los Angeles Dodgers in January. But people are noticing now as Busch has put on a power show during his first few weeks with the Cubs.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / April 16

Chicago Cubs’ Fast-Rising Star Ties Massive Franchise Record

The Chicago Cubs have surged to a 10-6 record in the fiercely contested National League Central division as the 2024 season kicks off. Their showdown with the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night set the stage for a gripping 3-2 victory in 11 innings, thanks largely to Michael Busch’s clutch home run.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / April 15

Beyond the Long Ball: Michael Busch's Season at a Glance

Entering the 2024 season, the Chicago Cubs felt like an exciting team, capped off once Cody Bellinger officially made his return in free agecny. Among the upgrades this offseason, the Cubs also added the likes of Shota Imanaga, Yency Almonte, Hector Neris, and a top-100 prospect in the form of Michael Busch.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / April 14

Michael Busch homers again, leads Cubs past Mariners

Michael Busch homered for a fourth consecutive game and Javier Assad pitched 5 2/3 solid innings as the Chicago Cubs defeated the host Seattle Mariners 3-2 on Sunday afternoon.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / April 14

Watch: Cubs rookie belts HR in his fourth consecutive game

The 2024 MLB season is still in its infancy, but one would be hard-pressed to find a hotter hitter in the league right now than Cubs rookie first baseman Michael Busch.

Jameson Taillon to make next start with Cubs after strong rehab outing

Marcell Ozuna hits go-ahead HR to propel Braves over Marlins

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Here are three trade targets that the Padres should explore

Nationals are promoting this pitching prospect with strikeout upside

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 8

MLB rookie check-in: Brewers' Dunn overtakes Chourio for top spot

MLB rookie check-in: Brewers' Oliver Dunn overtakes Jackson Chourio for top spot

Dunn was quietly inserted into the Brewers lineup and got his first major league hit in his third at-bat.

MLBPA's Tony Clark blaming injuries to star pitchers on faster pitch clock

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The '2023 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

MLB News / Dodger Blue / April 6

Michael Busch ‘Happy’ To Hit First Home Run With Cubs Against Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers began their first road trip of the 2024 season with a 9-7 loss to the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. The opener of the three-game series was notable in that Michael Busch faced his former team for the first time since being traded during the offseason.

Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / March 14