Chicago Cubs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / March 31

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Shares Off-Field Update Before Angels Game

The Chicago Cubs are 2-2 to open up the 2026 MLB season. After defeating the Los Angeles Angels 7-2 on Monday, they're looking to repeat their success against the Halos on Tuesday to win their first series of the year.

Edward Cabrera News / ChiCitySports / March 31

Edward Cabrera was electric in his Cubs debut

Fireball pitcher Edward Cabrera raised many eyebrows on Monday night in his Chicago Cubs debut. The 27-year old righty pitched six shutout innings, giving up just one hit, walking one, and striking out five in the Cubs’ 7-2 win over the Los Angeles Angels.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 31

Don't Count Chicago Cubs Out From Trading for Another Starting Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs got the early portion of their season back on track by defeating the Los Angeles Angels on Monday night following a disappointing opening weekend series loss to the Washington Nationals.

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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?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 31

How Alex Bregman is still helping Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran despite bolting to Cubs

The Boston Red Sox lost a key member of their lineup this season to the Chicago Cubs. Alex Bregman signed with the Cubs in the offseason, not just leaving a void in the lineup but also in the clubhouse.

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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

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The 'MLB 2025 multi-hit game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with multiple hits in the most games in the 2025 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 31

2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 4

It’s safe to say we are on the roller coaster ride that is the baseball season. This early season has been filled with ups and downs. It’s fun that no matter how baseball changes, how many ways we can analyze it, it’s still a lot the same game.

Mike Soroka News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 31

Former Cubs Starter Makes Chicago Regret Letting Him Walk in Free Agency

In search of pitching depth at last year's trade deadline, the front office of the Chicago Cubs struck a deal with the Washington Nationals to acquire a right-handed starting pitcher, former first-round draft pick Michael Soroka.

Moises Ballesteros News / ChiCitySports / March 31

Chicago Cubs: Moises Ballesteros grabs top-10 MLB rookie ranking after season’s first weekend

The Chicago Cubs, early in Spring Training, made it known that they did not intend to let their top prospect, Moises Ballesteros, start another year in the minor leagues.

MLB News / Field Level Media / March 31

Cubs combining power, patience while Angels seeking winning formula

Chicago Cubs left fielder Ian Happ carries a three-game home run streak into Tuesday's home game against the slumping Los Angeles Angels. While the Cubs appreciate the power surge, they also are encouraged by another attribute they hope to sustain: Patience at the plate.

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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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 31

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Cabrera, Happ, Moncada, Rea

Edward Cabrera started against the Angels’ Ryan Johnson, a comparatively inexperienced player (overall #74 in the 2024 draft). Neither have pitched yet this season.

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The 'Active 30-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing-TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'Most Elite Eight appearances' quiz

The 'Nine three-pointer NBA games' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / March 31

Hoerner’s Extension Creates Uncertain Future for Shaw, Rojas

Nico Hoerner’s extension, which was first reported on Thursday evening, wrapped up a fantastic offseason for Jed Hoyer and the Cubs. The deal broke after

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 31

Chicago Cubs fall one spot in Bleacher Report’s MLB power rankings

The Chicago Cubs have had a tough beginning to the regular season, losing two of three games to the Washington Nationals. However, this team is still very talented and should be able to get back on track in the early portion of the season.

Edward Cabrera News / ESPN / March 30

'Electric' Cabrera silences Angels in Cubs debut

In his Cubs debut, Edward Cabrera pitched six crisp innings in Monday night's 7-2 victory over the Angels. The right-hander struck out five while throwing 80 pitches in the opener of a three-game series, 49 for strikes.

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / March 30

Cubs' big hits back up Edward Cabrera in winning team debut vs. Marlins

Edward Cabrera pitched six innings of one-hit ball and Ian Happ homered for the third straight game to lift the Chicago Cubs to a 7-2 victory against the visiting Los Angeles Angels on Monday.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 30

Cubs outfielder Ian Happ shares emotional admission over Nico Hoerner’s extension

The Chicago Cubs continue shaping their future, and Ian Happ’s reaction to Nico Hoerner’s extension further showcases the growing stability within the organization.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 30

Hot Mic Reveals Umpire Mix-Up After Catcher Challenge Confusion During Cubs vs. Nationals Game

Chicago Cubs vs Washington Nationals: The automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system is undoubtedly going to be a major addition to MLB with its introduction to the league at the start of the 2026 season.

Nico Hoerner News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Cubs' Nico Hoerner Speaks Out After Signing Contract Extension

The Chicago Cubs and second baseman Nico Hoerner recently came to an agreement on a six-year, $141 million contract extension. Chicago is building around a core of players, as the team also recently signed star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to a long-term deal.

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