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Forgotten Cubs Pitcher Turning Heads This Spring After Dreadful Season

The Chicago Cubs entered spring training with a new look to their pitching staff and much more starting rotation depth than they had a year ago, something which will be critical to more success in 2026.

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Chicago Cubs: Ballesteros getting rave reviews and some Rookie of the Year chatter

The Chicago Cubs don’t typically target young prospects like Moises Ballesteros. The analytics-loving Cubs staff usually goes after the thoroughbred multi-tool athletes who, visually, stand out as blue chip prospects.

Seiya Suzuki News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 15

Seiya Suzuki Battling Right Knee Discomfort

During yesterday’s quarterfinal game between Samurai Japan and Team Venezuela in the World Baseball Classic, Cubs outfielder Seiya Suzuki limped off the field during the first inning after getting caught stealing second base (as noted by Yakyu Cosmopolitan on social media).

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 15

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Brown, Hoerner, Long

Thanks very much to those of you who said kind things. You are appreciated. I’m staying off the boards for now, or I’d say so directly. Another game with no TV.

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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.

Ben Brown News / ChiCitySports / March 15

Ben Brown’s new sinker came from training with 2x All-Star

Ben Brown has showcased a new pitch to his arsenal this Spring Training. So far, he’s used a sinker exclusively against right-handed hitters, giving him another option alongside his four-seam fastball and knuckle curve.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 15

MLB Injury News: Cubs Await Seiya Suzuki Return After WBC Mishap, Blue Jays Receive Disturbing News on Jose Berrios & More

Seiya Suzuki is one of the several MLB superstars on the Team Japan roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic. The Chicago Cubs slugger will return to their spring training camp very soon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 15

Venezuela eliminates defending WBC champion Japan with stunning bullpen effort

There will be a new champion in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Italy's Cinderella run continues into WBC semifinal

Aaron Judge sums up anticipation for Team USA's WBC semifinals game vs. the Dominican Republic

Team USA, Paul Skenes face prolific Dominican Republic in WBC semifinal

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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.

Seiya Suzuki News / ChiCitySports / March 15

Seiya Suzuki exits WBC Quarterfinals vs Venezuela early with apparent injury

One of the more intriguing players this season for the Chicago Cubs is outfielder Seiya Suzuki. He is expected to be an everyday starter in the outfield and is coming off a strong 2025 season.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / March 14

Cubs’ Seiya Suzuki suffers concerning injury during Japan-Venezuela WBC game

Chicago Cubs fans watched in agony as Seiya Suzuki limp off the field during Saturday’s World Baseball Classic game between Japan and Venezuela. Suzuki was caught stealing second base to end the first inning at loanDepot park in Miami, Fla.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 14

This is the 2026 Chicago Cubs breakout player, per ESPN

The 2026 Chicago Cubs have a lot of excitement heading into the season with talent all over the diamond. However, great teams have players who come out of nowhere and are impactful throughout the season.

Ben Brown News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 14

Rockies 4, Cubs 3: Ben Brown shines

One day, I will be able to write up a Cubs recap and present a lot of highlights from the game. Today is not that day. (Though I do have SOME video to show you.) The Cubs lost to the Rockies 4-3 at Salt River Fields in Scottsdale Saturday afternoon, another very warm day in the Phoenix area (84 degrees at game time, likely warmer tomorrow).

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 14