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The Chicago Cubs begin the 2026 regular season when they host the Washington Nationals on opening day on Thursday. The Cubs are coming off a solid spring training in Mesa, Ariz., with the goal of getting back to the playoffs for the second straight season.

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Alex Bregman on Coffee, Cubs Dugout, and New Cleat Deal

Chicago Cubs third baseman Alex Bregman is kicking off the new MLB season by partnering with Throne SPORT COFFEE. Bregman joins a star-studded group of partners, including Patrick Mahomes and Breanna Stewart, as one of the faces of the premium, better-for-you coffee brand revolutionizing the ready-to-drink coffee space.

Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / March 25

Chicago Cubs: Matt Shaw named team’s biggest 'unknown' of the 2026 MLB season

The Chicago Cubs made one of the biggest signings of the Major League Baseball off-season by inking Alex Bregman to a five-year $175 million contract. While adding his bat will help ease the loss of outfielder Kyle Tucker, and his glove is good enough for the best defensive infield in baseball, it did leave Chicago with a big question.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Fantasy Baseball 2026: Overlooked Players to Roster Now – Moises Ballesteros, Coby Mayo & Hidden Gems

Fantasy baseball 2026 draft season is just about over, but many 12-team leagues left talented players like Moisés Ballesteros, Coby Mayo, Cole Young, Mick Abel, Logan O’Hoppe (especially in 2-catcher formats), and Matthew Liberatore undrafted.

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The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz

How many of the active Major League Baseball players to hit 30 home runs in at least three different seasons can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 25

Alex Bregman Reveals Unique Connection Between Son Knox and Pete Crow-Armstrong

The Cubs’ acquisition of Alex Bregman in January was arguably the team’s most impressive signing this offseason. A two-time World Series champion and 2024 Gold Glove third baseman, Bregman is a huge addition to the organization, but he also brings a wealth of knowledge and impressive leadership skills.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 25

Reflections on the cusp of the Cubs’ 2026 season

A year ago, many were skeptical that the Chicago Cubs could be a postseason contender, even after the acquisition of Kyle Tucker, a genuine star. A year later, the Cubs did make the postseason and extended the Brewers to five games in a tightly-fought division series.

Anthony Rizzo News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Cubs Legends Anthony Rizzo and David Ross Make Off-Field Announcement

The Chicago Cubs are marking the 10th anniversary of their 2016 World Series season throughout 2026, with a team reunion planned for July 18 after having already held one back in January.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / March 25

Alex Bregman Announces Off-Field Move Before First Cubs Season

The Chicago Cubs have heightened expectations this year, and much of that optimism stems from the team’s offseason in which the front office added a brand new superstar to the lineup in third basemanAlex Bregman.

Jaxon Wiggins News / ChiCitySports / March 25

Could Chicago Cubs top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins be the next rookie surprise?

The Chicago Cubs are, maybe, not as secure in the starting pitching department as many thought they would be this winter. The names are there and there’s still an overflow of arms for the rotation, but just about every proposed starter has looked vulnerable this spring and depth has suddenly become a concern.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 25

Cubs Announce Official 26-Man Opening Day Roster After Several Moves

The Chicago Cubs have put the finishing touches on their roster to begin the season ahead of Opening Day at Wrigley Field, making several expected transactions that locked things in.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / March 25

Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong contract details revealed with interesting pay structure

The Chicago Cubs have locked up their brightest young star, Pete Crow-Armstrong, to a six-year contract worth $115 million. The extension does not begin until the 2027 season, so he is locked into Chicago through the 2032 season.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25

Cubs Place Justin Steele On 60-Day IL, Designate Jack Neely For Assignment

The Cubs announced that left-hander Justin Steele has been placed on the 60-day injured list and right-hander Jack Neely has been designated for assignment.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / March 25

Cubs Announce 2026 Opening Day Roster

The Cubs open the 2026 season tomorrow against the Nationals at Wrigley Field, and now we know exactly who will be there when they do. See the media release below for details.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Field Level Media / March 25

Cubs embrace expectations as Nationals visit for Opening Day

After ending a four-year playoff drought last season, the Chicago Cubs enter 2026 with added expectations. In manager Craig Counsell's mind, that also should increase the clubhouse's penchant for staying in the moment.

Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / March 25

Chicago Cubs: Can Alex Bregman live up to expectations?

The Chicago Cubs finally got their man when they signed three-time All-Star third baseman Alex Bregman this past offseason. The cost was pretty high ($175 million over 5 years) to land the veteran they failed to acquire in a bid before last season.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / March 25

Chicago Cubs rivalry with Milwaukee Brewers named top 12 storyline of 2026 season

The Chicago Cubs are one of the baseball world’s early picks to compete for and win the World Series in 2026. They have made a big free agent splash, orchestrated a major trade, and have rebuilt their bullpen in an effort to get there.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / March 25

Cubs CF Pete Crow-Armstrong can celebrate birthday with unusual deal

All-Star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong agreed to a six-year, $115 million contract extension Tuesday to remain with the Chicago Cubs through his age-31 season.

2026 MLB predictions: Aaron Judge makes more history, surprise seller, World Series winner

Why Yankees' Hal Steinbrenner may not have to make Aaron Boone decision

Yankees manager Aaron Boone addresses repeated criticism ahead of 2026 season

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 25

Most Likely Chicago Cubs Prospects to Be Called Up This Year Ranked

The Chicago Cubs are just days away from Opening Day, and for the most part, the roster and roles are largely set as to who is going to be with the big league club and who isn't.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / March 24