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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 24
Chicago Cubs: Matt Shaw trade buzz revived after Michael Conforto signing
The Chicago Cubs spent some significant time and money this offseason crafting a solid roster built for a deep postseason run, centered around impact, stability, and depth.
Shota Imanaga News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 24
Cubs Start Shota Imanaga, Announce Lineup for Padres Spring Training Showdown
The Chicago Cubs needed four tries to win a spring training game, but they finally claimed that first victory by beating the Kansas City Royals on Monday.
Gavin Hollowell News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 24
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Gavin Hollowell 
Today we look at the Cubs’ right-handed sometime reliever. Gavin Ernest Hollowell was born in Somerset, NJ, 11/04/1997. He’s a 6’7”, 215 pounder, a sixth-round pick by the Rockies in the 2019 Amateur Draft, a graduate of St.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 24
Cubs Again Urged to Trade Away Young Star Before Season Begins
The Chicago Cubs have had a huge offseason of bringing in new talent. However, this has also led to current talent being thrown into trade rumors as the winter shake-up continued.
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.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 24
Pete Crow-Armstrong Talks Contract Extension — and Reminds Fans What Baseball Should Feel Like
The Chicago Cubs have high hopes for their star outfielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and he is already a fan favorite in Chicago. He has a way with fans and young players that resonates with them and brings back the passion and joy of the game that has been lacking.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 24
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Assad, Brown, Rojas, Triantos
Some surprises out in Surprise? Possibly. I mean, the surprise for us right now would be a Cubs victory… the team was 0-3, started a lineup of Triple-A players and PCA, with Ben Brown on the mound, against the Royals ‘A’ lineup.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / February 24
Cubs' youngest 2026 non-roster invitee turning heads early in camp
In consecutive off-seasons, the Chicago Cubs have moved pieces from their farm system to acquire major league talent. Before the 2025 season, they traded big-leaguer Isaac Paredes along with prospects Hayden Wesneski and Cam Smith to land Kyle Tucker.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / February 24
Pete Crow-Armstrong takes a swipe at Dodgers fans
Pete Crow-Armstrong really does not care for one rival fanbase. The Chicago Cubs star outfielder Crow-Armstrong was the subject of a Chicago Magazine feature that ran this week.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 23
Why the Cubs’ Signing Michael Conforto Puts Matt Shaw’s Future in Doubt
The Chicago Cubs made quite the addition on Sunday night, bringing in free agent outfielder Michael Conforto. He signed a minor league contract with a Spring Training invite, but the signing says a whole lot more.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 23
Cubs 3, Royals 2: Jefferson Rojas homers in the Cubs’ first spring win
This is going to be an old-school recap, because I do not have any video of the Cubs’ 3-2 win over the Royals to show you. So you’ll have to deal with descriptions, and a few MLB Gameday graphics.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Michael Conforto News / Athlon Sports / February 23
Cubs Create New Position Battle With Signing on Monday
The Chicago Cubs and outfielder Michael Conforto reportedly agreed to a contract on Monday, per MLB insider Jon Heyman. Conforto, 32, brings veteran prowess to Chicago.
Michael Conforto News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23
Cubs sign 179-home run outfielder
The Chicago Cubs are taking a chance on veteran outfielder Michael Conforto. Jon Heyman of the MLB Network broke the news of Conforto’s next chapter in his career in the big leagues on Monday.
Alex Bregman News / Athlon Sports / February 20
Alex Bregman Drops Cubs Playoff Take on Friday
The Chicago Cubs are looking to have a big 2026 season. During the offseason, they added a number of players -- including three-time All-Star Alex Bregman.
Matt Shaw News / Just Baseball / February 20
Matt Shaw Will Have His Versatility Tested in 2026
With the addition of Alex Bregman this winter, exactly how the Chicago Cubs will deploy Matt Shaw in 2026 remains a bit unclear. That’s not a big issue right now, considering the Cubs are barely more than a week into spring training.
Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / February 19
Chicago Cubs Pitching Prospect Already Turning Heads As Spring Training Nears
The Chicago Cubs enter the 2026 spring training camp with massive expectations. After an aggressive offseason that saw the front office push their chips to the center of the table—bringing in star third baseman Alex Bregman and trading for arm talent like Edward Cabrera—the focus has largely been on the big-league stars.
Dixon Machado News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19
Cubs Hire Dixon Machado As Minor League Manager
The Cubs announced they’ve hired Dixon Machado to manage their Arizona Complex League affiliate. That seemingly brings an end to his playing career after 17 seasons in pro ball.
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