Cubs manager Craig Counsell provided an important Ryan Pressly injury update ahead of Friday's game against the Phillies.

Hader allowed one hit and one walk in a scoreless ninth inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 3-1 win over the Blue Jays. He struck out two batters.

Cubs manager Craig Counsell emphasized the “fine line” with closers — one pitch out of 15 can totally skew an appearance.

The Padres may be forced to trade Dylan Cease. If that becomes the case, then a deal with the Cubs makes sense.

The Chicago Cubs earned a competitive two-game ... In 2024, the Astros added Josh Hader and Pressly finished the year with only four saves as a result. Pressly already has as many saves this ...