Chicago Cubs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 18

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Imanaga, Tucker, Alcantara, Thompson

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Keegan Thompson won’t be back, several sources say. El Jaguar had sports hernia surgery and is expected to be able to play in the spring..

Chicago Cubs News / Stadium Rant / October 17

What Must The Chicago Cubs Do To Be Legitimate Contenders in 2026?

The Chicago Cubs finally made the playoffs in 2025 after a four-year drought, only to fall to their Central Division rivals, the Milwaukee Brewers, in the second round.

Kyle Tucker News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 17

Cubs Could Replace Kyle Tucker With Exiled Phillies Slugger

If Kyle Tucker ends up signing with another team in free agency (as just about everybody expects him to) this offseason, the Chicago Cubs' front office will need a means of replacing the production he provided in 2025.

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The 'Four-RBI ALCS games' quiz

How many of the 43 players in ALCS history to have four-RBIs in a single game can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz

The 'MLB postseason strikeout leaders' quiz

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 Schwarber News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 17

Why Cubs Rumors Surrounding Potential Kyle Schwarber Reunion Don't Make Any Sense

As the Chicago Cubs turn the page to the offseason and try to figure out how to take the next step as a franchise following their deepest playoff run since 2017, some real decisions are going to have to be made.

Nate Pearson News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 17

Astros sign potential starting pitcher to one-year deal

The Houston Astros have inked right-hander Nate Pearson to a one-year, $1.35M deal, reported Chandler Rome of The Athletic. Pearson is expected to work as a starter for the Astros.

Cubs exec on Pete Crow-Armstrong’s struggles: 'He’s gonna have to focus'

Cubs president non-committal on 2026 budget-related issues

Whom should Yankees pursue between Cody Bellinger, Kyle Tucker?

The 25 most unlikely World Series teams

The '2024 MLB rookie home run leaders' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Cubs Mentioned as Possible Suitor for Aggressive Free Agency Splash

The Chicago Cubs are fresh off of a very disappointing loss to the NL Central rival Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS. After a solid all-around regular season, the Cubs were clearly still missing some important pieces that caused their season to come to an end.

Chicago Cubs News / Stadium Rant / October 17

Cubs Fall Short In NLDS: Here’s How Management Can Build A Stronger Contender In 2026

The Chicago Cubs’ 2025 postseason came to a disappointing close with a Game Five loss to the dreaded Milwaukee Brewers in the NLDS. What began as a promising postseason run quickly unraveled due to starting-pitching injuries and inconsistent hitting from their key contributors.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 17

An update on MLB no-hitter streaks through 2025

There’s a reason this article is headed by the photo of Shōta Imanaga, Nate Pearson, Porter Hodge and Miguel Amaya, the pitching/catching group that threw a combined no-hitter against the Pirates on Sept.

Keegan Thompson News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 17

First Cubs Player Elects Free Agency Following 2025 Season

Free agency officially starts five days after the final game of the World Series. However, for players that are in the minor leagues, they don't have to wait that long.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / October 17

Chicago Cubs exec on Pete Crow-Armstrong’s struggles: 'He’s gonna have to focus'

The Chicago Cubs, all things considered, had a pretty nice run this past season. Obviously, things could’ve ended in a better way than a Game Five elimination in the NLDS at the hands of the division rival Milwaukee Brewers.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 17

Owen Caissie Should Be On The Cubs Opening Day Roster Next Season

The Chicago Cubs had a bitter end to their season after losing a winner-take-all match in the National League Divisional Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

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Kyle Tucker News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 17

A look at the Cubs’ free agents (besides Kyle Tucker)

We’ve talked a lot about Kyle Tucker’s free agency here over the last few days. The Cubs have eight other players who will officially be free agents after the World Series is over, plus four other players with various types of options.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / October 17

Five Takeaways From the Chicago Cubs’ 2025 Season

Everything was set up perfectly for Saturday to be like a scene from a movie. The Chicago Cubs versus the Milwaukee Brewers, winner-take-all Game 5 of the NLDS at American Family Field.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 17

How The Cubs' Defense Could Quietly Shape The 2026 Offseason

Chicago’s season may have ended with a Game 5 exit, but one facet of their identity quietly stood above the rest: defense. Amid a postseason packed with headlines about offense, contracts, and free agency, the Cubs leaned on their ability to convert tough chances into outs.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 17

Whom should Yankees pursue between Cody Bellinger, Kyle Tucker?

Let’s compare the two and review how each might fit the Yankees’ needs.

Yankees GM Brian Cashman defends Aaron Boone, doubles down on support

Yankees provide big injury updates on Aaron Judge, Carlos Rodon

Ben Rice has amazing potential, but he shouldn’t be the Yankees' everyday first baseman

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 16

Chicago Cubs president non-committal on 2026 budget-related issues

The Chicago Cubs had a massively successful 2025– and that’s not even in reference to the actual team, which fought its way to Game 5 of the NLDS before being eliminated by the Milwaukee Brewers.

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16

Why Cubs must let Kyle Tucker walk in free agency

The Chicago Cubs swung for the fences over the offseason, landing Kyle Tucker in a blockbuster trade with the Houston Astros. Tucker helped Chicago reach the playoffs for the first time in five years when the team secured a Wild Card berth.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Cubs Lose Player to Free Agency After NLDS Loss Against Brewers

The Chicago Cubs came one game short of reaching the NLCS after returning to the MLB playoffs for the first time since 2020. Chicago forced a Game 5 of the NLDS against the division rival Milwaukee Brewers but ultimately fell short as their season came to an end.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Lifelong White Sox fan Pope Leo had a brutal comeback for Cubs fan

We have more proof that Pope Leo XIV is at least keeping up with the American sports scene despite his duties as head of the Roman Catholic Church.

The 30 greatest MLB nicknames of all time

The 'Active .300-batting-average MLB season leaders' quiz

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / October 15

Kyle Tucker Sends Message to Chicago Before MLB Free Agency

The Chicago Cubs came one game short of reaching the NLCS after losing to the Milwaukee Brewers in five games during the divisional round. As Chicago prepares for 2026 with hopes of remaining in playoff contention, the front office will be committed to retaining star outfielder Kyle Tucker.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 15

The Chicago Cubs have 6 finalists for Gold Glove award

The Chicago Cubs have a lot of work to do this offseason to fix their roster, which failed to get them past the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series.

Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14