Chicago Cubs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 13

The Cubs are proposing two new advertising signs facing Wrigley Field

As you know, the Cubs have added quite a bit of advertising to Wrigley Field since the recently-completed renovation. This includes ads on the pads on the left- and right-field lines, on the doors on the outfield walls and behind the plate.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ESPN / February 13

Cubs' Crow-Armstrong aims for consistency in '26

After an All-Star season that nearly fell off the cliff in the second half last year, Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong is hoping for both improvement and more consistency as he enters 2026 with high expectations.

Shelby Miller News / Cubs Insider / February 13

Cubs Reportedly Nearing Multi-Year Deal with Shelby Miller

According to Robert Murray of FanSided, the Chicago Cubs are nearing a multi-year deal with Shelby Miller. Miller appeared in 48 games during the 2025 season, posting a 2.74 ERA and a 35.8 percent chase rate.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 13

Chicago Cubs projected to win NL Central by a ton, but…

The Chicago Cubs seem comfortable and secure in the fact that they’re all set for the 2026 campaign. Although they lost a couple of key components from last year’s squad– right fielder Kyle Tucker and surprise bullpen asset Brad Keller– there’s reason to believe that they’ll will be fielding an all-around better team this coming season.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Edward Cabrera News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 13

2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Edward Cabrera

Today we look at the Cubs’ newest rotation member, a flamethrowing righty acquired by trade from the Miami Marlins with tremendous upside. Edward Cabrera is 6’5”, 217 lbs.

Zac Gallen News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 13

Cubs Insider Shares Major Update on Zac Gallen Interest

Going into the offseason, the Chicago Cubs were expected to make some huge moves on the open market, and that is how they have approached things. While much of the spotlight, of course, lands on the Alex Bregman deal, it's the work on the pitching staff that could be the best thing Jed Hoyer has done so far.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / February 13

Top Chicago Cubs Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026

During the Chicago Cubs’ transition from their 2016 championship core to their current roster, they have relied heavily on young talent. Players like Cade Horton, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Michael Busch and Matt Shaw were all prospects just two years ago.

Pete Crow-Armstrong and Caleb Williams ‘plan to be here a long time’

The Chicago sports scene has some rising stars who have developed friendships that makes it cool for fans who cheer for those teams. With Pete Crow-Armstrong having a breakout year for the Chicago Cubs in 2025, he’s becoming the face of the franchise.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 13

Cubs Teammates Reveal Alex Bregman Skill That Could Win Games

When the Cubs signed a new third baseman in January, it was one of the team’s biggest offseason acquisitions in years. Just two days into Spring Training in Mesa, Alex Bregman is already proving his worth to his new team.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 13

This 2x All-Star would finalize the Chicago Cubs’ roster

The Chicago Cubs have had a busy and productive off-season. They have revamped a large portion of their bullpen by bringing in Phil Maton, Hoby Milner, Jacob Webb, and Hunter Harvey, while improving their starting rotation with the addition of Edward Cabrera.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 13

Chicago Cubs history unpacked, February 13

The sad end of Ken Hubbs and other stories. Today in Baseball History: 1898 – Cincinnati Reds president John Brush dismisses criticism of his proposed league resolution to punish players who use vulgar and obscene language on the field, saying newspaper criticism is the result of ignorance.

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / February 12

Cubs Roster Shaping Up After Closer Role Announced

MLB Spring Training games are only eight days away. This winter, the Chicago Cubs have done a fantastic job adding weapons to their roster. The biggest question surrounding the roster now is which 13 pitchers the team will deploy come Opening Day.