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Cubs hand Mets their 11th straight loss by rallying for a 2-1 win in 10 innings

Nico Hoerner hit a sacrifice fly off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning, and the Chicago Cubs sent the New York Mets to their 11th consecutive loss by rallying for a 2-1 victory

9 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

How Are Michael Conforto, James Outman, Dustin May, Other Former Dodgers Doing in 2026? Two Dodgers mainstays of the last two seasons remain unsigned as free agents, while one who struggled mightily last year is thriving for a N...

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Busch ends 0-for-30 slide with tying single, Cubs overcome 5-run deficit to beat Pirates 7-6

Michael Busch ended an 0-for-30 slide with a tying, two-run single in the eighth inning and Carson Kelly had a winning single in the ninth as the Chicago Cubs overcame a five-run d...

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Reaches three times in loss Conforto went 1-for-3 with two walks and a run scored in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Pirates.

Impact This was Conforto's first game action in three days, as the veteran has settled in as a reserve outfielder for the Cubs. With Seiya Suzuki now back in the fold, Conforto figures to remain in a reserve role, though he could eventually see more time at DH if he continues to show some life in his bat. Over his last five appearances, Conforto is slashing .385/.556/.462 with five walks, three RBI and three runs scored.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Nico Hoerner powers the Cubs to a 6-2 victory over the error-prone Rays at Tropicana Field

Nico Hoerner hit a leadoff homer and then delivered an RBI double during a five-run fifth inning as the Chicago Cubs beat the sloppy Tampa Bay Rays 6-2 at Tropicana Field

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Dodgers fans continue to be stunned by Michael Conforto's adverse impact on MLB Los Angeles Dodgers fans are amazed as a Michael Conforto blunder impacted the entire league on Sunday.

APRIL 8 • DODGERSWAY.COM

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APRIL 5 • Associated Press

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APRIL 5 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Amaya hits RBI single, Cubs pitchers combine for 1-hitter in 1-0 win over Guardians in DH opener

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APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Michael Conforto Spoiled a Potential No-Hitter with This Brutal Route in Right Field Michael. What are you doing, my guy?

APRIL 5 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

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APRIL 3 • DODGERSWAY.COM

José Soriano pitches 2-hit ball over 6 scoreless innings again as Angels blank Cubs 2-0

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APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Sitting again Saturday Conforto isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals.

Impact Conforto entered the season as the favorite to start in right field while Seiya Suzuki works his way back from a knee injury, but the Cubs have instead given Matt Shaw the starting nod in both of their first two contests. Conforto should still make occasional starts in the field, though perhaps not as often as initially thought.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Thursday Conforto is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Nationals.

Impact The veteran outfielder was expected to open the season as Chicago's primary right fielder versus right-handed pitching with Seiya Suzuki (knee) on the injured list, but Matt Shaw will instead receive the Opening Day nod. Conforto could still get semi-regular opportunities, but between Shaw and Dylan Carlson, there's strong competition for playing time.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Formally added to roster The Cubs selected Conforto's contract from Triple-A Iowa on Wednesday.

Impact Chicago had already informed Conforto a few days earlier that he had secured his spot on the Opening Day squad, but the team officially cleared room for him on the 40-man roster Wednesday by placing left-hander Justin Steele (elbow) on the 60-day injured list in a corresponding move. With Seiya Suzuki (knee) on the 10-day IL to begin the season, the left-handed-hitting Conforto should have a clear path to making regular starts against righties as either a designated hitter or corner outfielder.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs' Michael Conforto Opening Day decision will leave Dodgers fans floored The Chicago Cubs just handed Michael Conforto a spot on their Opening Day roster. Somewhere in Los Angeles, Dodgers fans are doing a collect...

MARCH 24 • DODGERSWAY.COM

Makes Opening Day roster The Cubs informed Conforto on Sunday that he would be on the team's Opening Day roster, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com reports.

Impact This was widely expected in recent days, particularly with Seiya Suzuki battling a knee injury. With Suzuki officially headed to the injured list to begin the regular season, Conforto's roster spot became secure. The veteran outfielder has taken a bit of a step back offensively the past few years, including in 2025, when he sported just a .199 batting average and .638 OPS across 138 regular-season games for the Dodgers. Conforto still has a little pop in his bat, however, having blasted 32 home runs across the last two seasons combined. He could be a short-term fantasy option if he gets off to a good start, though Suzuki's eventual return will cut into Conforto's value.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki to start the season on injured list after tweaking knee during WBC

Chicago Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki will start the season on injured reserve

MARCH 23 • Associated Press

Conforto makes Opening Day roster: 'All those feelings came back' MESA, Ariz. – When Michael Conforto arrived in camp for the Cubs earlier this spring as a non-roster invitee, the veteran outfielder express...

MARCH 22 • MLB.COM

Michael Conforto Will Make the Cubs Opening Day Roster Michael Conforto will be on the big league bench, and filling in at the corner outfield spots.

MARCH 21 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Expected to make OD roster The Cubs plan to add Conforto to their Opening Day roster, Patrick Mooney of The Athletic reports.

Impact With Seiya Suzuki (knee) set to miss the start of the regular season, Conforto now figures to be the favorite to start in right field on Opening Day. His path to playing time will be much less clear once Suzuki returns, however, as he'll likely serve as a reserve outfielder while making an occasional appearance as a DH. Since he signed with the Cubs in late February, the 33-year-old has slashed .241/.290/.345 with one RBI and two runs scored through 29 plate appearances in the Cactus League.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to make team? Conforto has a good shot at earning an Opening Day bench spot with the Cubs, particularly with Tyler Austin (knee) out of the mix for several months, Jordan Bastian of MLB.com repo...

Impact Conforto was signed to a minor-league deal last month, but he's seemingly doing enough to make a good impression, and the Cubs have at least one reserve outfield spot to fill with Austin undergoing surgery on his right knee. Conforto would give Chicago a reliable veteran presence, and while he might not make a huge fantasy impact right away as a bench piece, he could see his value climb quickly if he ever found himself in an everyday role. The 33-year-old batted just .199 with a .638 OPS and 12 home runs last season for the Dodgers, though he was better in 2024 with the Giants, posting a .237 average, .759 OPS and 20 long balls.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Conforto Makes Cubs Spring Training Debut in Chase for Opening Day Job Michael Conforto wants to make the Chicago Cubs’ opening day roster. He'll have to do it the hard way after signing a minor league deal earl...

MARCH 2 • SI.COM

'I feel like I'm a prospect': Vet Conforto embracing challenge of earning roster spot MESA, Ariz. -- It has been a long time since Michael Conforto came to Spring Training knowing he had to try to win a spot on a roster. The o...

FEBRUARY 26 • MLB.COM

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