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Kyle Tucker’s Free Agency Analysis

Outfielder Kyle Tucker is set to hit free agency in the coming days. Despite coming off one of the more challenging seasons of his career thus far, Tucker remains a player with immense potential and valuable postseason experience.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 2

MLB’s 2025-26 offseason calendar: Free agents, awards, Rule 5 draft, non-tenders, arbitration, more

Congratulations to the Los Angeles Dodgers on winning the 2025 World Series, the ninth title in their franchise history. They’re the first team to win two straight since the Yankees won three in a row from 1998-2000.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 2

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Counsell, Cardinals, Bryant

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Something happened on this day in 2016. It hadn’t happened in a while. You probably know what I’m talking about.

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The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to get at least 10 strikeouts in one World Series appearance can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

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The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 2

Cubs hit with double loss as Tigers and Mets poach key staff

Since the conclusion of the NLDS, the Chicago Cubs have seen a pair of staff members, Alex Smith and Rachel Folden, depart for playoff teams elsewhere.

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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.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Cubs Insider / November 1

Cubs Lose Minor League Hitting Coach Rachel Folden to Mets

Maybe this is the Cubs’ penalty for stealing Pete Crow-Armstrong from the Mets four years ago. In a move no one outside of her immediate orbit saw coming, minor league hitting coach Rachel Folden has left the Cubs organization to become the HC for New York’s Double-A affiliate in Binghampton.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 1

Chicago Cubs Lose 'Trailblazer' Coach To New York Mets

The Chicago Cubs' coaching staff has undergone some changes since their 2025 MLB season concluded. For one, Alex Smith, who had been with the Cubs since 2015, has left the franchise to become the Detroit Tigers' vice president of baseball strategy.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 1

Chicago Cubs advised to target Baltimore Orioles star in anticipation of 2026 catcher shakeup

The Chicago Cubs have some work to do this offseason if they want to build off of a successful 2025 campaign that saw them win their first playoff games since 2017.

Dylan Cease News / ChiCitySports / November 1

Chicago Cubs: Dylan Cease free agent interest confirmed, per reports

The Chicago Cubs, per very early reports, are targeting front-of-rotation pitching this offseason. Specifically, they have their eyes on the San Diego Padres’ hard-throwing right-hander Dylan Cease, according to various media reports.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 1

Forgotten costs of free agency could steer Cubs’ offseason

The Chicago Cubs will have some work to do this offseason in order to retool their roster. With star Kyle Tucker hitting free agency and likely to sign elsewhere, along with much of the bullpen not locked up for 2026, expect several external additions.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 1

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Schwarber, Harper, Tucker, Hoerner

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Greetings and solicitations. Welcome to more words about Bryce’s Harper’s dog’s name and other great hits.

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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.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 31

Former Mariners, Cubs pitcher Yoervis Medina dies at 37

Former major league pitcher Yoervis Medina has died.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / November 1

Three questions facing the Chicago Cubs this offseason

The Cubs have several questions that need to be addressed in the offseason.

Three questions facing the San Diego Padres this offseason

Three questions facing the Red Sox this offseason

Three questions facing the Cleveland Guardians this offseason

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

The 'Active playoff home run leaders' quiz

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The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

Dylan Cease News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 31

Cubs Should Think Twice About Dylan Cease Free Agency Pursuit

On October 25, Chicago’s 670 AM sports radio host Bruce Levine made a strong claim about the Chicago Cubs' potential interest in pursuing veteran hurler Dylan Cease in free agency this offseason.

Seiya Suzuki News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 31

Cubs contracts: An extension proposal for Seiya Suzuki

I like Seiya Suzuki and what he’s brought to the Cubs. He’s been worth 11.1 bWAR in his four years with the team, about 3 WAR per season. He will hit his 100th home run as a Cub next year, most likely (almost certainly, as he’s averaged 22 per season).

Kyle Schwarber News / ChiCitySports / October 31

Chicago Cubs should be able to afford reunion with Kyle Schwarber

The Chicago Cubs are going to have some interesting decisions to make in terms of roster construction this offseason. After a trip to the playoffs this past season, Chicago should be aggressive in their pursuit of players.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 30

Cubs Could Be Forced To Trade Young Star In Order To Make Free Agent Splash

The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason hungry to get back to the playoffs after their first real run in close to a decade seemed to light a new fire underneath the franchise.

Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / October 30

Will the Chicago Cubs move on from Matt Shaw in 2026?

The Chicago Cubs finished the 2025 season with a bit of a whimper, losing in Game Five of the NLDS to the Milwaukee Brewers, after one last, defiant push to battle back from a 0-2 series deficit.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 30

Why Alex Bregman Shouldn't Be Cubs Top Third Base Free Agency Target

If Kyle Tucker leaves in free agency, the Chicago Cubs will need to try at least to replace his production in the lineup. While the most obvious way to do this would be to try and sign (or trade for) another outfielder because that's where Tucker played on defense, Chicago could also make a play for a top talent at another position.

Nico Hoerner News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 30

Cubs contracts: An extension proposal for Nico Hoerner

Finally, I think I’ve got one here that all of us can agree on. Nico Hoerner was one of the top players in the National League this year. He might have received an All-Star nod if he’d hit somewhat better in the first half.

Chicago Cubs News / New Baseball Media / October 29

2025 MLB Season Recap: Chicago Cubs

The 2025 Chicago Cubs were able to break the franchise’s postseason drought. Chicago (NL) won 92 games and made it to the NLDS. But ultimately, the Milwaukee Brewers outclassed the Cubs, as Chicago’s pitching and offense couldn’t manufacture enough in their losses up in Wisconsin.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / October 29

2025 MLB Season Recap: Cleveland Guardians

For much of the 2025 campaign, the Guardians didn’t appear poised to make the playoffs. But after a late-season collapse by the Tigers, Cleveland rode a hot stretch in September to win the AL Central.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 26

Extension candidate: Pete Crow-Armstrong

Few players captured more attention throughout the 2025 season than Pete Crow-Armstrong. The young center fielder seemed to launch himself into superstardom in the first half this year, with 20 doubles, 21 homers, and 25 steals through the end of June.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / October 26

Cubs expected to pursue a former Cy Young finalist in free agency

The Chicago Cubs may be about to take a big swing for their rotation. Chicago is expected to pursue San Diego Padres pitcher Dylan Cease in free agency this winter, Bruce Levine of 670 The Score reported this week.

Dylan Cease News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 25