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Cubs Boss Jed Hoyer Addresses Re-Signing Shota Imanaga

For now, the Chicago Cubs and Shota Imanaga are sizing up the future — with and without each other. After the World Series, both sides had options on his current deal.

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Cubs Legend Kyle Hendricks Announces Retirement

Chicago Cubs legend Kyle Hendricks has retired from Major League Baseball at the age of 35. The MLBPA announced his retirement Tuesday in a social media post.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 11

Dodgers expected to pursue Kyle Tucker, but unlikely to give him what he wants

Kyle Tucker is the top free agent in this year’s class.

Three potential landing spots for OF Kyle Tucker

The 25 greatest MLB players to never win an MVP

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season' quiz

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Recent MLB World Series managers' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 11

Cubs 'Perfect Move' Could Be Signing Top Free Agent Ace This Offseason

The Chicago Cubs go into the offseason coming off their first real playoff run in close to a decade, and both fans and management are hungry to see more success at Wrigley Field next year.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / November 11

Chicago Cubs: Dodgers possibly souring on Kyle Tucker, Cubs remain long shot suitors

The Chicago Cubs are staring down long odds when it comes to re-signing free agent right fielder Kyle Tucker. By the estimates of Doug Kezirian of The Athletic, Chicago rates as a +1000 underdog to win the bidding war for the four-time All-Star.

Ryne Sandberg News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 11

Cubs walkoff heroes: Dave Owen, June 23, 1984

The date in the headline likely sounds familiar to you. Of course, it’s the date of The Sandberg Game, in which Ryne Sandberg burst on the national scene with a 5-for-6 performance that included game-tying home runs in the ninth AND 10th innings.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 11

Drake Baldwin Gets Honest About Beating Cubs' Cade Horton For Rookie of the Year Award

The Chicago Cubs' organization and fan base have had high hopes for Cade Horton ever since he was selected with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 11

Why the Chicago Cubs need to stay far away from incoming Japanese free agent star

The Chicago Cubs have a surprising amount of heavy lifting to do this offseason when it comes to filling roster holes. One would think that a team that made it to Game Five of the NLDS would probably just need a tweak or two before going at it again the following season.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / New Baseball Media / November 11

2025 MLB Season Recap: Milwaukee Brewers

The 2025 campaign was a sensational one overall for the Brewers. Milwaukee set a new franchise record for most wins (97) in a season, beating out the 2011 and 2018 teams.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 11

Why Pete Crow-Armstrong Rejecting Cubs Contract Extension Isn’t The Full Story

Those who watched the Chicago Cubs' 23-year-old outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong during the first few months of the 2025 season were convinced that baseball's next big superstar was residing at Wrigley Field.

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The '200 yard, three rushing TD games' quiz

The 'Most 150-rushing yard NFL games' quiz

The 'College Basketball 'Power 4' team names' quiz

The 'NHL all-time goal leaders' quiz

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 11

Cubs free agent target: Kyle Schwarber

Let me preface this article by saying the chances of the Cubs actually signing Kyle Schwarber as a free agent are pretty close to zero. He’s become a folk

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 11

Cubs Defense Highlights 2025 Season As Best In Baseball

The Chicago Cubs just made their first playoff appearance since 2020, posting their first 90+ win season since 2018. Even though it was the big plays at the plate with multiple sluggers on the team that made the highlight reel, it was arguably their defense that got them there.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 11

Chicago Cubs news and notes — PCA, Hendricks, Harper, Tatsuya Imai

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. So long, Professor. Cade was jobbed, too. Some things are set in stone, and some ain’t. One day, this will all be so much hieroglyphics.

Kyle Hendricks News / ChiCitySports / November 11

Former Chicago Cubs World Series pitcher calls it a career after 12 seasons

Major League Baseball, the Chicago Cubs, and the Los Angeles Angels can thank right-handed pitcher Kyle Hendricks for his service to the game, as the 35-year-old decided to call it a career, according to Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / November 11

Kyle Tucker Prediction Emerges Amid MLB Free Agency

Kyle Tucker, one of baseball’s most complete outfielders, heads into free agency after another season that reinforced his standing as the top bat on the market.

Cade Horton News / Just Baseball / November 11

Cade Horton Voted NL Rookie of the Year Runner-Up After Strong Debut Season

There was very little, if any, surprise a week ago when Cade Horton was named a National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year finalist. The rookie right-hander was phenomenal in 2025 as he became a key contributor in the Chicago Cubs‘ rotation.

Cade Horton News / Cubs Insider / November 10

Cade Horton Falls Short in Rookie of the Year Voting after Generational Second Half

In an interesting turn of events, Drake Baldwin took home the Rookie of the Year award over Cade Horton. Just three weeks ago, Horton was named Rookie of the Year by The Sporting News, an award voted on by his fellow players.

Kyle Tucker News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 10

Surprising New Kyle Tucker Suitor Would Be Best Case Scenario For Cubs

The Chicago Cubs enter the offseason as one of the main teams being discussed for a few different reasons. On a quest to field another competitive squad headed into 2026 following their first real playoff run in close to a decade, Chicago's spending habits will be monitored across the league.

Kyle Hendricks News / Larry Brown Sports / November 10

Former World Series champion pitcher announces his retirement

A former World Series-winning pitcher has announced his retirement after 12 MLB seasons. Kyle Hendricks, a longtime member of the Chicago Cubs, is retiring, according to Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times.

Justin Turner News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 10

Two-time All-Star Justin Turner plans to play in 2026

The 2025 season was a tough one for two-time All-Star Justin Turner, who batted just .219/.288/.314 in 191 plate appearances with the Cubs. Between that rough showing and Turner’s looming 41st birthday later this month, some have wondered whether he’ll continue playing.

Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / November 10

Three potential landing spots for OF Kyle Tucker

Outfielder Kyle Tucker may be the best free agent available during the 2025-26 offseason.

Tucker, Kyle Schwarber among 13 players to receive qualifying offers

Tucker's stunning contract demand is revealed ahead of free agency

The 25 greatest MLB players to never win an MVP

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season' quiz

Shota Imanaga News / Just Baseball / November 10

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Shota Imanaga

After a fantastic rookie campaign, the very thought of Chicago Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga becoming a free agent so fast didn’t exist. It loomed like a dark cloud, but he appeared the steal of last offseason.

Shota Imanaga News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 9

3 teams that should steal Shota Imanaga away from Cubs

The free agency market just welcomed one of its most intriguing available arms—and the Chicago Cubs inexplicably let him walk. Shota Imanaga, the 32-year-old Japanese left-handed starter who dazzled in his rookie MLB campaign, is now available after both sides declined their respective options.

Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / November 5

Chicago Cubs 2025 Offseason Outlook

The Chicago Cubs made the postseason this year for the first time since 2020. They finished 92-70 and finished 2nd in the NL Central. The season was a step in the right direction for a franchise that came into this year with a lot of uncertainty.

Shota Imanaga News / Yardbarker / November 5