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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 19
The Shōta Imanaga qualifying offer signing by the numbers 
The stove is hot and Tuesday was the day we learned if players were going to take the qualifying offer or not. There was a bit of suspense for the Cubs
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 19
Insider Reveals Why Cubs 'Might Balk' At Cody Bellinger Reunion
Given that Kyle Tucker is expected to sign with another team in free agency this offseason, the expectation is that the Chicago Cubs will try to sign another hitter who can help fill the void Tucker will leave in the middle of the Cubs' lineup.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 19
Cubs walkoff heroes: Aramis Ramirez, June 29, 2007
In 2007, the Cubs were coming off a 96-loss season. But they had a new manager, Lou Piniella, and general manager Jim Hendry had made some key acquisitions, including signing Alfonso Soriano to what was at the time the biggest contract in franchise history.
The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
Shota Imanaga News / ChiCitySports / November 19
Chicago Cubs: Why Imanaga’s return dooms the Cubs to a mediocre winter
The Chicago Cubs are definitely okay with Shota Imanaga being back in the starting rotation for 2026. They wouldn’t have extended him the $22 million qualifying offer if they weren’t.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 19
Cubs Add Trio Of Prospects To 40-Man Roster
With free agency in full swing and the Rule 5 deadline happening yesterday, the Chicago Cubs have added additional players to their roster for next season.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 19
Cubs free agent target: Tatsuya Imai
Josh already wrote about the Japanese star here last week, but I wanted to post my thoughts, especially after Shōta Imanaga accepted the qualifying offer Tuesday.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 19
Chicago Cubs add MiLB Gold Glove award winner and 2 others to 40-man roster
The Chicago Cubs were busy on Tuesday, November 18. News surrounding Shota Imanaga accepting the qualifying offer stole the headlines, but the organization also added three prospects to their 40-man roster, thus protecting them from December’s Rule 5 draft.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Cubs select top-10 prospect James Triantos, two others
The Cubs announced that they have selected infielders James Triantos and Pedro Ramírez as well as left-hander Riley Martin.
Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / November 18
Blue Jays, Kyle Tucker News Emerges on Tuesday
The Toronto Blue Jays are entering the offseason after falling just one win short of capturing the World Series title. Despite the loss, their miraculous run to an AL East division crown and American League pennant has motivated the front office to invest heavily in the roster for 2026.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 18
Chicago Cubs bring back star player for 2026 in offseason surprise
The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason unsure of what the roster would look like for 2026 after making an aggressive push in 2025. The Cubs made a splash last year when they traded with the Houston Astros for right fielder Kyle Tucker.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 18
Shōta Imanaga accepts the qualifying offer
We’ve been waiting for this decision ever since the Cubs and Shōta Imanaga both rejected their mutual contract options for 2026 and beyond. And now, just before the 3 p.m.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / November 18
Shōta Imanaga Accepts Qualifying Offer
Shōta Imanaga has accepted the qualifying offer, according to Patrick Mooney, and will remain with the Cubs for the 2026 season. Reports had previously
Shota Imanaga News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / November 17
Chicago Cubs Once Again Connected to Major Pitching Trade
The Chicago Cubs aren’t planning to sit on their hands this offseason. At the GM meetings in Las Vegas earlier this week, president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer told reporters, “We’re going to have an active offseason.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / November 17
Report: Cubs Considering Major Free Agency Move for Star Pitcher
The Chicago Cubs are still reeling from a frustrating end to their 2025 Major League Baseball campaign, where they fell to the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 15
Why Kyle Tucker would be a great fit with the Blue Jays
MLB free agency has been open for over a week, and all of the attention remains on the No. 1 available player, Kyle Tucker.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14
Report: Cubs expect one outcome with Kyle Tucker’s free agency
The Chicago Cubs are apparently preparing for the worst-case scenario with Kyle Tucker. Chicago “seems resigned” to their free agent outfielder Tucker going elsewhere, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Friday.
Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13
Brad Keller is drawing interest as a starting pitcher
Teams have shown interest in free agent right-hander Brad Keller as both a starter and reliever, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post. It’s not clear which teams are involved, though Sherman writes that the New York Yankees have not emerged as a serious suitor to this point.
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