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Caleb Thielbar Re-Signs With the Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are bringing back Caleb Thielbar on a one-year deal, pending a physical. In a winter market where pitching prices are skyrocketing faster than concession stand beers, locking down a reliable arm like Thielbar feels like finding a $20 bill in your winter coat.

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The Short Porch is going Cubsmas caroling

It’s the most wonderful time of the year as the holidays approach. If your calendar is anything like mine the time from Thanksgiving through New Years is filled with opportunities to catch up with loved ones, holiday parties with old friends, and more.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

Cubs Re-Sign Key Bullpen Piece To New Deal

The Chicago Cubs easily had one of the best relief corps in baseball last season, with multiple pitchers who posted an ERA under 3.00. The question going into the offseason, though, was who would be back in their bullpen in 2026, as many became free agents.

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How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Caleb Thielbar News / Field Level Media / December 16

Report: Cubs set to re-sign LHP Caleb Thielbar

The Chicago Cubs are set to bring back left-hander Caleb Thielbar in a move that is pending a physical exam, ESPN reported Tuesday Terms of the pending deal were not reported.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 16

Report: Cubs bring back important veteran pitcher

The Chicago Cubs have had a quiet offseason thus far. Jed Hoyer has made a couple of quality smaller moves, but no high-impact addition has been made to this point in time.

Caleb Thielbar News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16

Cubs To Re-Sign Caleb Thielbar

The Cubs are re-signing veteran left-handed reliever Caleb Thielbar, per Jesse Rogers and Jeff Passan of ESPN. The agreement between the two parties is still pending the completion of a physical.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

Cubs Emerge As Finalist For $200 Million Free Agent

While the Chicago Cubs have been relatively quiet this offseason, this seems to be a byproduct of the current market as opposed to an indication that the club will be hesitant to make moves.

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16

Cubs position player pitchers: Joe Mather

The 2012 Cubs were, by design, a bad team. New President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein had torn down the previous structure to rebuild, and what was left was not very good.

Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / December 16

Cubs get intriguing Kyle Tucker free agency update

Last offseason, the Chicago Cubs pulled off an extremely aggressive blockbuster trade to acquire superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16

Cubs free agent target: Munetaka Murakami

Thanks to BCB reader JayWent, who suggested I write an article about Japanese third baseman Munetaka Murakami and the chances the Cubs might be interested in him.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ballesteros, Imai, King

Luke Weaver is the latest name floating around in the blogosphere. Michael King is said to have reduced his potential landing spots to three AL East cities.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / December 16

If Cubs Want To Get Better, Rotation Must Get Younger

Historically, and certainly since Craig Counsell made the trip down I-90 from Milwaukee, the Cubs have been a pitching-first ballclub. If you closely examine their best teams in recent memory, hurlers like Jon Lester, Jake Arrieta, Carlos Zambrano, Kyle Hendricks, and even newcomers like Cade Horton mark a pedigree of lockdown starting pitching.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

Cubs Select Pure-Hitting SEC Second Baseman In Early MLB Mock Draft

The Chicago Cubs have had a pattern of late. With each of their last five first-round draft picks, they've selected a player from a power conference college.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 16

Chicago Cubs are out on one starting pitcher target during 2026 MLB Free Agency

The Chicago Cubs have made it known that they are targeting pitching this offseason. Whether it be from a trade or signing, they want to improve on the mound heading into the 2026 season.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 15

Cubs Reportedly Left Off Top Free Agent Starting Pitchers' Shortlist

If there is one aspect of the roster that the Chicago Cubs have been very adamant about patching up this offseason, it is their pitching staff, and specifically the starting rotation.

Shota Imanaga News / ChiCitySports / December 15

Chicago Cubs: Shota Imanaga opens up about decision to stay in Chicago

The Chicago Cubs were responsible for the first shock of the MLB offseason when they declined to pick up the option on lefty starter Shota Imanaga, which would’ve extended his contract three years at a cost of $57 million.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 15

Cubs position player pitchers: Gary Gaetti

Eight years have passed since the last Cubs position player to pitch, Doug Dascenzo, who pitched in four games for the team covering five innings. There was great hope for the 1999 Cubs entering the season.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 15

Chicago Cubs exec says the quiet part out loud, affirming frustrating offseason strategy

The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason surrounded by buzz declaring that they would be uncharacteristically aggressive in pursuing top talent. And it made sense.

Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / December 14

Cubs' Dansby Swanson Announces News Away From MLB on Sunday

The Chicago Cubs remain hopeful of making another trip to the MLB playoffs in 2025. The front office is expected to make additions to the roster in order to contend for first place in the NL Central.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / December 14

Kyle Tucker Sends Message Amid MLB Free Agency

Kyle Tucker is one of the premier free agents on the market, and his future in MLB remains uncertain. He is expected to command a long-term deal that could approach $400 million, a figure that reflects his status as one of the league’s most complete all-around talents.