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The Chicago Cubs have been rumored to be interested in potentially signing third baseman Alex Bregman since the offseason began. Although nothing has come to fruition just yet, it appears outfielder Ian Happ loves the idea of Bregman joining the team. During a guest appearance on “The Compound,” on the Marquee Sports Network, Happ explained […]

After being bounced out of the playoffs by the Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS, the Chicago Cubs are making moves with the hopes of improving the roster for a deeper run in the postseason next year. On Thursday, the organization may have made an underrated move after signing a reliever in free agency. Reports indicate […]

2025 marked a turnaround year for the Chicago Cubs. Ultimately, the Cubs made it to the playoffs for the first time since 2020. Plus, they were able to keep their Gold Glove-winning infielder, Nico Hoerner, after rumors surfaced about trading him at the end of last season. One year later, those rumors are back again […]

Amongst the Chicago Cubs’ top offseason priorities remains finding another top flight pitcher for their rotation. As the Cubs look for options, they have turned to the Miami Marlins. Former Cy Young winner Sandy Alcantara would seem to be the logical target if Chicago were to trade for a Miami pitcher. But the Cubs have […]

The Chicago Cubs are sure to make plenty of changes to their rotation throughout the offseason. Any move made will have Justin Steele’s injury return timeline in consideration. The Cubs would like to pencil Steele into their Opening Day rotation. But Craig Counsell doesn’t think that’ll become reality. Still, he is expecting the left-hander to […]

The Chicago Cubs entered the Winter Meetings with clear interest in the closer market, signaling a possible shift toward a more aggressive approach to MLB free agency this offseason. With the bullpen needing stability for 2026, the club has kept its attention on several late-inning arms, including Robert Suarez, who stands out as one of […]

The Chicago Cubs’ pitching situation demands immediate action, and MacKenzie Gore represents the mid-rotation ace that could transform their rotation into a legitimate World Series threat. The Washington Nationals are actively shopping Gore as part of their organizational rebuild under new management, and the Cubs must act decisively to bring the 26-year-old left-hander to Wrigleyville […]

The Chicago Cubs enter the Winter Meetings balancing two storylines: Matt Shaw’s breakout at third base and Alex Bregman’s return to MLB Free Agency. The Cubs likes its young core and fans love Shaw’s rise. But Bregman, a three-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion, is back on the market after opting out of the […]

It’s no secret that the Chicago Cubs are searching to improve the pitching rotation through free agency. Zac Gallen seems to be a target for the organization, even if there was a botched report on Saturday morning. It was initially reported by USA Today’s Bob Nightengale that Gallen and the Cubs were closing in on […]

MLB free agency is underway, and the Chicago Cubs have been heavily involved in the rumor mill. With the belief being that the organization is aiming to make a splash at signing a starting pitcher, it initially sounded like the team was on the verge of signing Zac Gallen to a new contract. However, that […]

During this off-season, the Houston Astros have been emphasizing going after pitchers. On Thursday, that continued when the Astros officially announced they had acquired RHP Nico Zeglin from the Chicago Cubs, virtually in the middle of the night, per Mark Feinsand of MLB.com.  Since 2021, Zeglin has journeyed from his way college at Gonzaga to […]

The Chicago Cubs are on the hunt this offseason to improve the roster moving forward. With outfielder Kyle Tucker already out of the door, rumors are speculating that the front office could be targeting third baseman Alex Bregman. Chicago tried signing Bregman last offseason but failed to do so. However, the Cubs aren’t giving up […]

The Chicago Cubs are going to be a team to keep an eye on this offseason. With Kyle Tucker atop the free agent rankings, the Cubs are trying to build their roster ahead of the 2026 season. Chicago is coming off an NL Divisional loss to the Milwaukee Brewers last postseason after taking down the […]

The Chicago Cubs lost in the National League Division Series to the Milwaukee Brewers, ending their 2025 season. That also likely ended Kyle Tucker’s time at Wrigley Field after just one year. But just because Tucker is likely gone, Chicago cannot be ruled out of an MLB free agency splash. According to The Athletic’s Ken […]

MLB is in the early stages of the offseason, as free agents are beginning to sign with clubs around the league. One of whom is Dylan Cease, who recently signed a seven-year, $210 million contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. Rumors suggest the Chicago Cubs were firmly in the mix to sign the star pitcher, […]

In October, the Chicago Cubs made it to as far as the NLDS before succumbing to the Milwaukee Brewers. A huge factor in getting them there was the exploits of pitcher Matthew Boyd. Now he is taking his talents to the world stage. On Wednesday, Boyd ultimately decided to join Team USA for the World […]

The Chicago Cubs have positioned themselves as legitimate World Series contenders heading into the 2026 season, but one glaring need remains unaddressed on their roster. Despite a deep prospect system and competitive major league roster, the Cubs still lack a true table-setter at the top of their lineup with consistent on-base ability and defensive versatility. […]

Following a 92-70 record and NL Wild Card series win over the San Diego Padres, the Chicago Cubs ran into the team that finished above them in the NL Central, the Milwaukee Brewers, in the NL Division Series (NLDS). Despite dragging the top-seeded Brewers to the limit, the Cubs fell short. As the team looks […]

The Chicago Cubs have been looking for some help this offseason in the bullpen. Chicago is doing just that. The Cubs are agreeing to a deal with reliever Phil Maton, per the New York Post. He is guaranteed two years, with a club option for 2028. Maton is a journeyman pitcher who has played for […]

The Chicago Cubs have signed veteran right-handed reliever Phil Maton to a two-year contract with a club option for 2028, making it the team’s first multi-year free-agent reliever deal since Craig Kimbrel in 2019. Maton split the 2025 season between the St. Louis Cardinals and Texas Rangers, combining for a 4-5 record with a career-best […]

The Chicago Cubs may not be done upgrading their rotation. Despite left-hander Shota Imanaga accepting the team’s qualifying offer this week, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi believes the Cubs will still pursue another high-end starter before the conclusion of the 2025 MLB offseason. The MLB Network posted to its official X (formerly known as Twitter), […]

After making waves by declining his player option, Shota Imanaga will be back in Chicago with the Cubs after all, signing his $22.025 million qualifying offer to return on a one-year deal. Breaking down the news on social media after it became official, The Athletic’s Patrick Mooney revealed that Imanaga made the decision just before […]

As the Boston Red Sox are in rumors for obtaining other star players around the league, like Pete Alonso, one crucial piece that the team could be at risk of losing is Alex Bregman. While Bregman’s future with the Red Sox doesn’t seem too clear, there are a few teams that could go after the […]

The Chicago Cubs reached the postseason for the first time in five years in 2025, winning their first playoff series since 2017. However, Chicago faces several significant roster questions this offseason. Kyle Tucker’s future with the team is the most pressing concern. However, Shota Imanaga could also move on. Chicago is awaiting Imanaga’s decision after […]

The Chicago Cubs remain focused on pitching upgrades in the 2025 offseason, and a name generating buzz is former San Diego Padres starter Michael King. After declining his mutual option earlier this month to become a free agent, King has drawn interest from several clubs — and the Cubs appear to be among them. In […]

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll have officially committed to Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The announcement came on Thursday evening during MLB’s awards show in Las Vegas, where manager Mark DeRosa and Team USA general manager Mike Hill welcomed the young stars to the national […]

Indeed, the loss in Game 7 of the World Series hit hard for free agent Max Scherzer. Nevertheless, he intends to soldier on. With all the talk about him joining the SF Giants, are the Chicago Cubs in the hunt? On Thursday, Scherzer’s name was floated as a potential pick-up for the Cubs to bolster […]

After making the playoffs for the first time since 2020 in 2025, the Chicago Cubs aren’t trying to give up their spot in the postseason. But before the hot stove truly heats up, the Cubs made a move that will likely fall under the radar. Chicago has signed pitcher Sam Mettert to a minor league […]

The Chicago Cubs enter the 2025 MLB offseason with president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer offering a blunt assessment of the club’s 2025 campaign and what lies ahead. Speaking at the annual GM Meetings in Las Vegas, Hoyer didn’t shy away from linking the Cubs’ offensive success directly to the impact of Kyle Tucker, whose […]

Kyle Tucker had a productive first season with the Chicago Cubs, but now it seems like he may be suiting up for somebody else in 2026. The outfielder with four All-Star nods to his name is one of the best free agents this year. The Cubs certainly want him back, but in recent years, the […]

The New York Mets face a critical juncture this offseason as Pete Alonso enters free agency for the second consecutive winter, having exercised his opt-out clause on November 2, 2025. While the Polar Bear has been the face of the franchise, hitting .272 with 38 home runs and 126 RBIs in 2025, the Mets hierarchy […]

The MLB offseason is officially here. Free agency has already kicked off, but few deals have been agreed to thus far, and most of the big-name players on the open market won’t sign until later in the year or even next year. Free agent signings aren’t the only way for teams to add to their […]

The Atlanta Braves have produced their share of rising stars over the years, and catcher Drake Baldwin just became the latest to join that list. After narrowly defeating Chicago Cubs rookie Cade Horton for the NL Rookie of the Year award, Baldwin’s response to the honor showed the same poise that defined his debut season. […]

Cubs great Kyle Hendricks is retiring from baseball closing the book on a 12-year major league career that included a World Series title, an ERA crown and more than a decade of excellence in Chicago. Hendricks, 35, posted a 3.79 ERA across 12 big-league seasons, 11 of them with the Chicago Cubs. Drafted by the […]

Even when the Chicago Cubs have a successful season, there is usually a “but” that follows it. For more than 100 years, the “but” was not winning the World Series. Now, after amassing 92 wins and returning to the playoffs in a full 162-game campaign for the first time since 2018, there should be a […]

The free agency market just welcomed one of its most intriguing available arms—and the Chicago Cubs inexplicably let him walk. Shota Imanaga, the 32-year-old Japanese left-handed starter who dazzled in his rookie MLB campaign, is now available after both sides declined their respective options. This bombshell represents one of the most baffling offseason decisions in […]

The Chicago Cubs face a crossroads in their pitching rotation after Shota Imanaga’s unexpected entry into free agency. The Japanese left-handed pitcher, who dazzled fans in his 2024 rookie season with a 2.91 ERA and Cy Young votes, saw his value decline significantly following a 3.73 ERA campaign in 2025 marred by home run issues […]

The Chicago Cubs have been named the top defensive team in the National League, winning the 2025 Rawlings Team Gold Glove Award for the second time since the accolade’s inception in 2020. The award was announced Friday evening, with the Texas Rangers taking home the American League counterpart. Chicago’s defense was a major factor in […]

The Chicago Cubs notched their most wins in a Regular Season (92) since going 95-68 back in 2018. It was also the Cubs’ first Wild Card berth since then (excluding 2020), so fans in Chicago are certainly feeling hopefully about their future with a young cast of stars. One breakthrough player in outfielder Kyle Tucker, […]