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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 24
A very early look at the 2026 Cubs roster, payroll and luxury tax 
This look is so early that we don’t have a salary number to add for Phil Maton, who the Cubs were reported to have signed late last Friday. We’ll do more of these as the offseason continues, and at some point someone will report what Maton will be getting in his two-year deal (with a third-year team option).
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 24
Cubs urged to pursue non-tendered closer who logged 45 saves from 2023-2024
After signing Phil Maton to a multi-year contract, the Chicago Cubs are still actively exploring options to strengthen their pitching staff. Their bullpen, in particular, remains a key area of need.
The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 23
Mets-Rangers trade may signal bigger plans for New York's outfield
With Sunday's reported one-for-one trade coming together, which would send Marcus Semien to the New York Mets and Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers, there could be bigger hopes for the Mets' outfield.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 23
Why Cubs Should Consider Marcus Stroman Reunion
Signing Phil Maton was the first piece of the Chicago Cubs solving their current bullpen puzzle. With Brad Keller, Drew Pomeranz, Caleb Thielbar, Ryan Brasier, Aaron Civale, Taylor Rogers, and Michael Soroka all becoming free agents, Jed Hoyer will need to add many more players to the relief corps ahead of the 2026 season.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 23
Cubs Have Injured Ex-Dodgers Pitcher On Free Agency Radar
The Chicago Cubs made their first impactful free agency signing of the offseason when they acquired veteran reliever Phil Maton on a two-year deal. This
Colin Rea News / ChiCitySports / November 23
Chicago Cubs are aiming big on pitching this offseason, per insiders
The Chicago Cubs started out the offseason facing the possibility that they might need to bring aboard as many as seven or eight major league roster-ready pitchers before spring training.
Owen Caissie News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 23
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Caissie, Horton, Imai, Tucker
We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. The Cubs signed reliever Phil Maton and his bat-dodger offerings to a two=year deal, sources report.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 23
Craig Counsell–Devin Williams reunion could be perfect fit
A reunion between Craig Counsell and Devin Williams may sound like a storyline built for offseason speculation, but it’s one that makes plenty of sense.
Michael King News / Yardbarker / November 23
Three potential landing spots for Michael King
He has performed like a top-of-the-rotation starter when healthy, but does not have an extensive history as a major league starter.
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.
Phil Maton News / ChiCitySports / November 22
Cubs add RHP Phil Maton, a master of missing bats without velocity
The Chicago Cubs have begun reshaping their bullpen after several relievers hit free agency following the 2025 season. Right-hander Phil Maton is the first addition, reportedly signing a multi-year deal that includes an option for a third season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 22
Chicago Cubs: 8 possible fits from the list of MLB non-tendered
The Chicago Cubs pruned their roster from thirty-two to thirty when they chose to non-tender catcher Reese McGuire and pitcher Eli Morgan at the deadline for tendering contracts on Friday.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22
Cubs add Phil Maton on 2-year deal
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 22
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Tucker, Imanaga, King, Refsnyder.
We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Names in the news today: Rob Refsnyder, Michael King. Several places have discussed both. Refsnyder looks like Turner-lite and that probably doesn’t have legs.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 22
Chicago Cubs sign one of the best middle relief arms to bolster their bullpen
The Chicago Cubs enter the offseason needing to fill three major holes in the roster: starting pitching, signing a couple of relievers, and finding a suitable replacement for outfielder Kyle Tucker.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 22
Cubs, Phil Maton agree to multi-year free agent contract
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.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22
Cubs land former Cardinals standout in free agency
The Chicago Cubs made an under-the-radar move on Friday to shore up their pitching staff. The Cubs signed former St. Louis Cardinals reliever Phil Maton to a two-year contract, according to reporter Michael Cerami.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22
Cubs part ways with an infamous player
The Chicago Cubs have officially dropped a notorious name. Chicago announced on Friday that they have non-tendered catcher Reese McGuire, making him a free agent.
Shota Imanaga News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 19
Cubs rumors: Insider sees Chicago adding another starter after Shota Imanaga decision
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.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Cubs select top-10 prospect James Triantos, two others
The Cubs announced that they have selected infielders James Triantos and Pedro Ramírez as well as left-hander Riley Martin.
Kyle Tucker News / Total Apex Sports / November 18
Kyle Tucker Rejects Qualifying Offer From Chicago Cubs
Another day, another dollar, and another rumor mill churning out delicious “what-ifs” for the MLB offseason. The latest dish? The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off their second consecutive World Series win, are supposedly sniffing around top free agent Kyle Tucker.
Shota Imanaga News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / November 15
Why Kyle Tucker would be a great fit with the Blue Jays
MLB free agency has been open for over a week, and all of the attention remains on the No. 1 available player, Kyle Tucker.
Kyle Tucker News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14
Report: Cubs expect one outcome with Kyle Tucker’s free agency
The Chicago Cubs are apparently preparing for the worst-case scenario with Kyle Tucker. Chicago “seems resigned” to their free agent outfielder Tucker going elsewhere, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Friday.
Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13
Brad Keller is drawing interest as a starting pitcher
Teams have shown interest in free agent right-hander Brad Keller as both a starter and reliever, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post. It’s not clear which teams are involved, though Sherman writes that the New York Yankees have not emerged as a serious suitor to this point.
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