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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 27
Spring Training Should Have Cubs Considering Reunion With 17-Year Veteran
With the beginning of spring training comes a litany of injuries to many teams. The Chicago Cubs are no strangers to that already. First baseman and outfielder Tyler Austin, who was set to be a bench piece for Chicago, will now be out for months after undergoing a surgical procedure on his knee.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 27
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — February 27 
Rules in the news, notable passings, and other stories. On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 26
This is the Chicago Cubs best power-hitting prospect
The Chicago Cubs have some of the top power hitters in baseball throughout their roster, but it is more than what the organization as a whole believes in.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Matt Boyd News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 26
Angels 5, Cubs 4: Matthew Boyd is perfect
The Cubs lost to the Angels 5-4 in Tempe Thursday, but the big story of this one was Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd. Boyd had allowed five hits in less than two innings in his first spring start earlier this week.
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 / ChiCitySports / February 26
Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong gets high ranking on ESPN top-10 CF list
The Chicago Cubs are looking to improve upon their 92-70 record from 2025. As 2026 Spring Training continues, they come closer and closer, every day, to figuring out who will be on their Opening Day roster.
Cade Horton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26
Cubs Insider Reveals What Cade Horton Is Focusing on This Season
Fresh off his rookie season, this year has the potential to be big for Cade Horton. The pitcher has healed from his late-season right rib fracture, which kept him off the postseason roster, and is looking toward this summer with goals.
Miguel Amaya News / ChiCitySports / February 26
Chicago Cubs: Amaya taking emergency reps at first base following key injuries
The Chicago Cubs made what they felt was an ideal low-risk acquisition this past offseason when they acquired free agent first baseman Tyler Austin, who could spell starter Michael Busch in games against tough left-handed pitching.
Michael Busch News / ChiCitySports / February 26
Chicago Cubs: Michael Busch receives top-10 ranking among MLB first basemen
There has been a great deal of buzz surrounding the Chicago Cubs this spring. As Spring Training is well underway, fans and baseball analysts everywhere are keeping a close on Chicago’s young stars.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26
Cubs facing 1 huge question before Opening Day
The Chicago Cubs landed Alex Bregman in free agency, making up for the loss of Kyle Tucker, and seemingly replacing one of their hitters in the lineup.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26
Michael Busch Defends Former Cubs Teammate Kyle Tucker
There may be a chorus of concerns raised about one right fielder’s passion for the game of baseball and whether he was worth his contract value, but notable voices are coming out to defend him.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 26
Chicago Cubs: Cade Horton, Jaxon Wiggins, and their unique baseball relationship
The Chicago Cubs are working their way towards Opening Day, 2026 in the unique position of not needing any starting rotation aid (other than continued good health).
Matt Boyd News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26
Cubs Set Lineup as Matthew Boyd Starts in Angels Spring Training Contest
The Chicago Cubs will wrap up the first week of spring training exhibition games on Thursday with a trip to face the Los Angeles Angels in Tempe, Ariz.
Luke Little News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 26
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Luke Little
Today we look at the Cubs’ left-handed flamethrower. Luke Little, all 6’8”, 220 pounds of him, just needs to throw strikes. In three seasons as a part-time Chicago Cub, he’s thrown 35.1 innings.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / February 26
Top 4 Chicago Cubs Spring Training Storylines to Follow
Spring training is well underway, and it will not be long until the first pitch is being thrown on Opening Day at Wrigley Field. The Chicago Cubs are coming off of their first “successful” season since 2017, winning 92 games and a playoff series, before being defeated in the NLDS.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26
Cubs Star Pete Crow-Armstrong Confirms Status of Contract Extension Talks
The Chicago Cubs have been rumored to be in talks throughout the offseason with young star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong about a contract extension.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 26
'He Loses Too' – Pete Crow-Armstrong Takes A Shot At Shohei Ohtani After Calling Out Dodgers Fans
Pete Crow-Armstrong didn’t only poke the bear. He grabbed a mic and called out the whole section behind it. The Chicago Cubs outfielder stirred the pot by questioning the passion of Los Angeles Dodgers fans, drawing a sharp line between Wrigley loyalty and what he sees in Chavez Ravine.
Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25
Cubs’ Craig Counsell reveals months-long injury for recent signing who had ‘inside track’ to key role
The Chicago Cubs opened spring training with a significant roster development, as manager Craig Counsell confirmed that recent offseason acquisition and first baseman Tyler Austin will miss months following right knee surgery.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25
Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong reveals why being teammates with Alex Bregman is ‘freaky’
Pete Crow-Armstrong offered a candid snapshot of what Alex Bregman is already bringing to the Chicago Cubs, calling the veteran’s baseball mind “freaky” in a new spring training clip—an important window into where the Cubs organization wants its young center fielder to grow in 2026.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Shares Contract Update Before Fourth Season
The Chicago Cubs are looking to make a deep playoff run this year after being eliminated in the NLDS by the Milwaukee Brewers last season. If they do, center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong will likely be a big reason as to why.
Craig Counsell News / Athlon Sports / February 25
Craig Counsell Announces Troubling News Amid Spring Training
The Chicago Cubs appear to be the team to beat in the National League Central with Opening Day only weeks away. Although the Milwaukee Brewers won the division last year, Chicago’s eventful offseason has reshaped the outlook of the race, even with outfielder Kyle Tucker departing in free agency.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25
Cubs' Tyler Austin out 'months' following knee surgery
First baseman/outfielder Tyler Austin recently underwent a debridement procedure on the patellar tendon in his right knee, which will leave him sidelined for “months."
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / February 25
5 Greatest Chicago Cubs Pitchers of All Time
Picking a team’s best five pitchers of all time is a difficult task under the best of circumstances. When a team has been around as long as the Chicago Cubs, it’s tougher.
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.
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