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Jordan Bastian

@bastianmlb.bsky.social
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MLB.com senior reporter covering the Cubs (since 2019). Previously covered Cleveland (2011-18) and Toronto (2005-10). Michigan State alum. Liverpool fan. Runner. Also bastianmlb on Instagram and TikTok.

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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 9h
Padres 4, Cubs 1 The final book of 2026 ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 11h
The Cubs' 12-inning scoring drought to start this Wild Card Series with the Padres is over. Nico Hoerner delivers an RBI single in the 4th to cut San Diego's lead to 2-1.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 15h
Cubs’ lineup for Game 2 ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
For those who want to see the book… Padres 8, Cubs 0 ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Cubs drop Game 1 in San Diego, 8-0. All that could go wrong seemingly did. Must-win scenario on Wednesday night for the North Siders.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
It has been a Game 1 disaster for Cubs. Boyd allowed 3 homers. Offense went 0-for-20 until Nico Hoerner's infield single in the 7th. Pete Crow-Armstrong and Alex Bregman a combined 0-for-7 with six strikeouts (a couple check-swing K's on PCA called by 3B ump Bill Miller). Padres up 8-0 in 8th.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Matthew Boyd allowed no home runs in September and had gave up just two homers in his last seven starts of the season (166 batters faced in 41.2 IP). He had not allowed 2+ homers in a game since Aug. 15. Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado both took the veteran lefty deep in the first inning.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Game 1 between Cubs and Padres is on deck…
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
"I played it safe." Cubs manager Craig Counsell opts to keep Alex Bregman -- a little more than a week removed from the foul ball that resulted in multiple facial fractures -- as the DH for Game 1 in the name of minimizing risk.
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Bregman will DH in Game 1 as Cubs play it safe to start
SAN DIEGO -- When the Cubs revealed their roster for the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday morning, there were no big surprises. The entire five-man rotation made the list among the dozen ar...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Here is the Cubs’ Game 1 lineup ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Counsell not announcing a Game 2 starter yet. And Bregman will DH tonight in Game 1 rather than playing third. The Cubs manager said he preferred to play it safe with Bregman.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
No real surprises on Cubs’ Wild Card roster:
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Some Wild Card pregame reading while we await the official roster from the Cubs... 1. Counsell tabs Boyd as his first "out-getter" in San Diego ⤵️
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Boyd tabbed as Cubs' first 'out-getter' for Game 1 vs. Padres
SAN DIEGO – Handing the ball to Matthew Boyd to begin a National League Wild Card Series against the Padres worked out well a year ago at Wrigley Field. The veteran lefty subdued San Diego’s lineup an...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Counsell names Matthew Boyd hos Game 1 starter.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Alex Bregman getting work in at third base during today’s workout. Bregman has said he’s willing to play the field, but so far Counsell has limited him to DH’ing out of precaution.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Hello from the Cubs’ workout at Petco Park. Justin Steele (part of the “stay ready” depth group) is currently throwing live BP.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Cubs 6, Red Sox 2 The last book of the regular season ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
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Fresh off facial fractures, Bregman mashes 2 homers in 2nd game back
ST. PETERSBURG -- Even without any postseason implications on the line on Sunday, Alex Bregman told Cubs manager Craig Counsell that he wanted to be in the starting lineup. The third baseman felt it w...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Alex Bregman, in only his 2nd game back for the Cubs, has homered in each of his first two at-bats. Even with nothing on the line today for the playoffs, the third baseman asked into the lineup for Game 162. "Alex really wants to play," Cubs manager Craig Counsell said pregame. "He wants at-bats."
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Gausman said his bullpen was “normal-ish” on the metrics front. Said there is still lingering soreness, but the mound workout was a big step forward. Said recovery into Monday will be important to monitor. Still unsure of his availability.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Today will effectively be a bullpen session for Shota Imanaga. That means he could be available as early as Game 2. Counsell not tipping hand yet on any Wild Card probable starters. He did note that Gausman’s bullpen session went well today.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Counsell said the Cubs will be activating Braxton Garrett today. Hollowell being optioned. Wants to cover innings to stay away from main bullpen arms. They discussed Steele being activated, but Cubs were not sure how many innings he could provide.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
For the runners out there, I’ve had a daily streak dating back to Dec ‘24. This week has been a challenge on lack of sleep, wonky travel, doubleheader and Nor’eastern thrown in. But the streak is alive. Late night run Friday along Charles river. Couple runs so far here in St. Pete (13.1 this morn).
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Shota Imanaga is starting Game 162 for the Cubs. We'll chat with Counsell pregame here, but clearly takes him out of Games 1-2 vs. Padres. Not a great matchup vs. SD's big righty bats. Could *potentially* be available on short rest for Game 3. Or, held until a possible NLDS.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Here we are.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
With the Padres winning and Phillies losing tonight, it's locked in: Cubs are heading to San Diego for a rematch of last year's NL Wild Card Series.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Red Sox 2, Cubs 0 The book ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
If we were only going to be here for one day, at least the baseball gods provided an awesome baseball sky over Fenway Park.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
“You can’t control this. We’ll show up and do the things that we can. Whatever that is, wherever that is, we’re going to go play.” Cubs, Red Sox heading to The Trop for Game 162 ⤵️
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Red Sox, Cubs set to play Game 162 at The Trop Sunday due to weather
BOSTON -- The Cubs know they are in the playoffs as a Wild Card team on the National League side. The Red Sox have secured their place in the postseason as the second Wild Card in the American League....
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Alex Bregman returned to Cubs' lineup only a few days removed from a scary scene in Cincinnati ⤵️
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Bregman back in Cubs' lineup, plays full game days after being hit in face with foul ball
BOSTON – No one really knew what the road back to the field would look like for Alex Bregman in the immediate aftermath of the scary scene on Sunday in Cincinnati. The Cubs’ star third baseman was str...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Red Sox beat Cubs, 4-3, in Game 1 of today’s twin bill ⤵️
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Sarah Langs @slangsonsports.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Pete Crow-Armstrong: 100th percentile in batting & fielding run value, 99th pctile in baserunning run value Would be 1st 99th+ in each (tracked since 2016)
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Synchronized sliding.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Edward Cabrera placed on MLB’s Bereavement/Family Medical Emergency List. Righty Gavin Hollowell activated from 15-day IL.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Alex Bregman is back in the lineup, batting third and DHing for the Cubs.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Red Sox announce that Game 2 tonight has been moved up to 5:35 pm ET due to the incoming storm.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Cubs win 2-1 to clinch a spot in the playoffs. Here’s the book ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Pete Crow-Armstrong drew a walk and immediately stole second base in the first inning here this afternoon. He becomes the 7th player in MLB history with a 40-40 season. PCA got a standing ovation and raises his helmet to the fans. As the moment lasted, he tapped his heart.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Kevin Gausman (left shoulder) said he woke up pretty sore this morning. Called the next couple days important for gauging his availability. Says he plans on getting treatment and doing everything he can to be ready/available.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Marlins 3, Cubs 2 The book ⤵️
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The latest on Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman ⤵️
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Bregman (facial fractures) ramps up activity in bid to return soon
CHICAGO – Standing at his locker Wednesday afternoon, his left eye bloodshot and his cheek still swollen, Alex Bregman ran through his plans for the day. The Cubs' third baseman said he was going to h...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
As things currently stand, Cubs manager Craig Counsell said Matthew Boyd is slated to start on Thursday. Nothing official for Friday's doubleheader in Boston, but Clay Holmes and David Peterson are the likely starters. TBD on Saturday.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Told that Alex Bregman said he’d like to get an at-bat on Thursday night, Cubs manager Craig Counsell paused, thought about it for a beat, and then replied, simply: “No.” That said… “He’s doing well,” Counsell added, “but we’ve got to take some steps here.”
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
From Cubs: Due to the forecast in Boston this weekend, the Sunday Cubs-Red Sox game has been rescheduled as part of split doubleheader on Friday. Game 1: 1:05 pm ET (rescheduled game from Sunday) Game 2 - 6:05 pm ET (game time was moved to 6:05pm from 7:10pm) Saturday’s game is on as scheduled.
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Alex Bregman says he will hit off Trajekt pregame. Not ready to take grounders. Hopes to get AB tonight, but his situation is very much day to day. “Super lucky that it hit where it hit, and just a lot of gratitude because if it was about a few centimeters higher, it could have been detrimental.”
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Marlins 8, Cubs 2 (12)
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
MLB, Cubs, Red Sox monitoring weekend forecast and discussing contingency plans for inclement conditions ⤵️
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How weather in Boston could affect a series vs. Cubs with seeding implications
The Cubs and Red Sox have some control over where they finish in their respective Wild Card races, but there are still some unpredictable elements at play as the regular season approaches its end poin...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
“He’s in the discussion, which I think is a win for him, that he’s come that far." Cubs weighing the next step for Justin Steele ⤵️
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Cubs determining next steps for Steele as regular season nears finish line
CHICAGO -- The Cubs are weighing whether Justin Steele will be part of the pitching mix during the final regular-season series in Boston. Given the long comeback for the left-hander, just being part o...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
“He can’t sit still. He’s all over the room. Those are really good signs.” The latest on Alex Bregman ⤵️
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Bregman (facial fractures) won't need IL, could return this weekend
CHICAGO -- If Alex Bregman is not spotted in the Cubs’ locker room before a game, chances are he is down the tunnel in the batting cage. That was no different on Tuesday afternoon, even with his left ...
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Jordan Bastian @bastianmlb.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Update from Counsell: Bregman has multiple fractures in cheek but no surgery needed. Already went through workout today (strength work, tracking pitches). No IL necessary. Return in regular season hasn’t been ruled out. Will build intensity of workouts in coming days to be sure no symptoms arise.
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