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Jed Hoyer Makes Clear Where Cubs Stand On More Offseason Moves

The Chicago Cubs went into the offseason with fans hoping big moves were ahead, and that is exactly what they have received to this point in the winter.

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Cubs claim Ben Cowles on waivers from White Sox

This is a transaction you did not expect to read about. The Cubs have made a waiver claim on infielder Ben Cowles. This transaction fills the 40-man roster, for now.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 15

Cubs position player pitchers: Andrew Romine

After the Cubs’ trade deadline selloff in 2021, the team was left pretty much bereft of talent. The roster resembled a waiver wire list (and, in fact, quite a few had actually come via waivers).

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The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

The 'MLB teammates to hit 30 HRs in 2017' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active MLB doubles leaders' quiz

Alex Bregman News / Larry Brown Sports / January 15

Cubs’ Alex Bregman reveals why he has a new jersey number

The Chicago Cubs landed a big fish in MLB free agency by signing Alex Bregman to a five-year, $175 million deal. Bregman opted out after one year with the Boston Red Sox and hit big in free agency this time.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Willi Castro News / Yardbarker / January 15

Rockies quietly make another shrewd addition

These types of moves improve the talent level at the major league level and should make the Rockies more competitive.

Alex Bregman places pressure to win another championship on his back

Further details emerge on how Red Sox bungled Alex Bregman's free agency

How a short-term deal could benefit Kyle Tucker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The '30 or more home runs in 2003' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / January 15

Alex Bregman places pressure to win another championship on his back

After just one season in Boston, Alex Bregman is embarking on a new chapter in his career and is putting the pressure to win a championship on his back, literally.

Further details emerge on how Red Sox bungled Alex Bregman's free agency

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman reveal might settle Nico Hoerner trade rumors

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

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The 'Most passes thrown by NFL season' quiz

The 'Winning NFL playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Passing + Rushing TD playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 1K-receiving-yard seasons' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 15

Cubs Promote Garrett Chiado To Assistant General Manager

The Cubs announced a series of internal promotions within their baseball operations department yesterday, as relayed by Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. Among them, Garrett Chiado is now an assistant general manager.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 15

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Bregman, Hoerner, Swanson

I understand that the Cubs and the Giants are or have been ‘engaged’. I wish them long happy lives together. But I don’t think Nico Hoerner will be the ring-bearer.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 14

Further details emerge on how Red Sox bungled Alex Bregman deal

Further details emerge on how Red Sox bungled Alex Bregman's free agency

The Red Sox had their chance to keep third baseman Alex Bregman in Boston. Instead, they bungled that opportunity in a truly embarrassing fashion.

Reports: Red Sox reel in LHP Ranger Suarez on 5-year, $130M deal

How a short-term deal could benefit Kyle Tucker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The '2025 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Nico Hoerner News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 14

Cubs may not trade Nico Hoerner, insider says

The Chicago Cubs have been improving their roster over the offseason, and their latest addition was Alex Bregman. With the team already having a niche for putting the ball in the air, they add Bregman, who is only going to add to their high-powered offense.