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Marquee Sports Network Layoffs Spark Worry About Cubs’ Offseason Spending

The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason without having landed a big name free agent in some time now, and fans are hoping this is the winter ownership breaks out the checkbook and spends some real money.

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Cubs trade target: Pablo López

Here is another Twins right-hander (in addition to Joe Ryan, who I profiled in this series last week) who could help the Cubs. It seems clear that the Twins are in rebuild mode and would likely be happy to trade Pablo López.

Michael Busch News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 2

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Busch, Tucker, Winter Meetings

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MLB News / ChiCitySports / December 2

Nationals snag Cubs baserunning coordinator as new 1B Coach

Back in 2023, the Chicago Cubs signed Illinois native Corey Ray to be the bench coach to their Single-A affiliate. Ray, a former fifth overall draft pick by the Milwaukee Brewers, wasted no time going from playing to coaching, as his last game as a player came during the 2022 season.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

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Phil Maton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 1

Cubs Rightfully Receive Strong Grade For Phil Maton Signing

The Chicago Cubs are coming off a great season, and they are now going to be looking to sustain success going forward. While 2025 was a good year, there is plenty of work to do this winter for the Cubs.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / December 1

Marquee Sports Network’s Trouble Doesn’t Bode Well for Cubs’ Spending

Maybe this is just like a school district cutting educational resources after undergoing $200 million in renovations that featured several athletic upgrades, but Marquee Sports Network’s recent cuts don’t look like a good sign.

Kyle Tucker News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 1

Cubs' Kyle Tucker Backup Plan Could Be These 2 Veteran Outfielders

Just about nobody is giving the Chicago Cubs a chance to re-sign star slugger Kyle Tucker in free agency this offseason. And there's a good reason for this.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 1

Cubs Named Best Fit For Cy Young Candidate Free Agent Pitcher

The Chicago Cubs head into the offseason as a team in need of help in the pitching department, both in the starting rotation and in the bullpen ,if they are going to take the next step as a World Series contender.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 1

Cubs Losing Star Free Agent Reliever To Braves Would Be Massive Blow

The Chicago Cubs enter the offseason as a prime candidate to upgrade their pitching, and most expect that to be the focus moving forward for the remainder of the winter.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Dylan Cease News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 1

The Cubs should be considering deferred free agent contracts

News item: Dylan Cease signs with the Blue Jays for a deal that includes deferred money: The Blue Jays are making a major splash at the top of the rotation.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 1

Chicago Cubs history unpacked, December 1 — Wilson, Grimes, Banks

Mr. Cub becomes Coach Cub, and other stories. RIP Dave McNally, Tommy Heinrich. 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.

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MLB News / ChiCitySports / December 1

Chicago Cubs-Arizona Diamondbacks make perfect trade partners

The Chicago Cubs have shown the ability to make a splash with a trade during the offseason, as we saw with them landing outfielder Kyle Tucker last offseason.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 30

Kyle Schwarber Free Agency Update Spells Trouble For Cubs

Given that it's highly unlikely that Kyle Tucker is going to re-sign with the Chicago Cubs this offseason (as he's expected to command around $400 million in free agency, which Chicago won't come close to matching), many fans are hoping Jed Hoyer and the rest of the Cubs' front office will instead sign the other slugger named Kyle on the market.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / November 30

Cubs Could Consider Shocking Trade During MLB Offseason

Fresh off securing a playoff spot for the first time since 2020, the Chicago Cubs enter the winter with an unusually broad spectrum of possibilities. The easiest path would be to run it back in the infield.

Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / November 30

Chicago Cubs Could Keep Kyle Tucker in 2026 MLB Free Agency Says Cubs Reporter

The Chicago Cubs are in a position where one major priority this offseason is retaining outfielder Kyle Tucker. As an unrestricted free agent, he could land on any of the 30 teams, but there is hope that they can re-sign the star outfielder.

Nico Hoerner News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 30

Why Cubs' Nico Hoerner Is An 'Ideal' Trade Candidate

There's a strong case to be made that the Chicago Cubs already have the best defense in all of baseball. They had more 2025 Gold Glove Award winners (Ian Happ, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Nico Hoerner) than any other team in the league last season.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 30

Cubs historical sleuthing: Burt Hooton edition

This is a photo of Burt Hooton pitching for the Cubs. Well, you’re thinking, that’s obvious. But you’re probably also thinking, “How is Al going to figure this one out?

MLB News / Cubs Insider / November 30

Twins Could Help Cubs with Multiple Offseason Needs

After a season in which they finished fourth in the AL Central with a record of 70-92, the Minnesota Twins may be ready to enter a rebuild. Earlier this month, Jeff Passan reported that they are likely to trade either Joe Ryan or Pablo López this offseason.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 30

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ben Brown, Nico Hoerner, Damon Minor

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Slow news weekend, as usual at this time of year. December is our slowest month despite the Winter Meetings, commencing on the Day of Infamy this year, though next year is liable to be more infamous.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 29

Former Cubs flamethrower improbably retained by Yankees following non-tender

Back in 2021, the Chicago Cubs signed Michael Arias to a minor league deal. He was formerly a shortstop in the Toronto Blue Jays farm system, signing in 2018, but with an arm that could reach triple digits off the mound, he made the switch to pitcher in 2021.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 30

Yankees reportedly identify backup plan for outfield

Given Cody Bellinger's robust market, it is understandable that the Yankees would be looking at other options.

Hal Steinbrenner’s comments on Yankees’ profits point to a larger issue

Could the Cubs still be, somewhat, in the Kyle Tucker hunt?

Orioles hope veteran closer can return to All-Star form with recent signing

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The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 27

Former Cubs All-Star outfielder George Altman dies at 92

Former All-Star outfielder George Altman has died at age 92.

Ryan Helsley News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25

Cubs among 'roughly 15 teams' with interest in Ryan Helsley

It seems Helsley has heard from half the league.

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The '2025 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22

Cubs part ways with an infamous player

The Chicago Cubs have officially dropped a notorious name. Chicago announced on Friday that they have non-tendered catcher Reese McGuire, making him a free agent.