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Race For Japanese Ace Reportedly Down To Cubs And Yankees But Spending Gap Looms

Chicago Cubs fans must face a familiar predicament each offseason. While their team appears to be in a great position to sign several elite free agents, the front office is notoriously reluctant to spend top dollar on the sport's biggest stars.

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — December 17

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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 17

Why Cubs Boss Craig Counsell Is Urging Pete Crow-Armstrong To Bunt More

While bunting will always have a place in baseball, it has never been less en vogue than it is right now. Modern-day baseball is all about hitters lifting the ball and trying to hit home runs.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

Cubs Lose Key Reliever To Los Angeles Angels In Free Agency

There have been plenty of questions surrounding what the Chicago Cubs' bullpen would look like by the time opening day rolled around, as the majority of their elite relievers became free agents when this season came to a close.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 16

Did the Cubs just become the favorites to sign Alex Bregman?

Chicago Cubs have been waiting for their team to make a big free-agent splash for years now, and while the Cubs swung a trade to acquire Kyle Tucker last winter, just about everyone assumed Tucker would be a one-and-done in Chicago.

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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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16

The Short Porch is going Cubsmas caroling

It’s the most wonderful time of the year as the holidays approach. If your calendar is anything like mine the time from Thanksgiving through New Years is filled with opportunities to catch up with loved ones, holiday parties with old friends, and more.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

Cubs Re-Sign Key Bullpen Piece To New Deal

The Chicago Cubs easily had one of the best relief corps in baseball last season, with multiple pitchers who posted an ERA under 3.00. The question going into the offseason, though, was who would be back in their bullpen in 2026, as many became free agents.

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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.

Caleb Thielbar News / Field Level Media / December 16

Report: Cubs set to re-sign LHP Caleb Thielbar

The Chicago Cubs are set to bring back left-hander Caleb Thielbar in a move that is pending a physical exam, ESPN reported Tuesday Terms of the pending deal were not reported.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 16

Report: Cubs bring back important veteran pitcher

The Chicago Cubs have had a quiet offseason thus far. Jed Hoyer has made a couple of quality smaller moves, but no high-impact addition has been made to this point in time.

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Caleb Thielbar News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16

Cubs To Re-Sign Caleb Thielbar

The Cubs are re-signing veteran left-handed reliever Caleb Thielbar, per Jesse Rogers and Jeff Passan of ESPN. The agreement between the two parties is still pending the completion of a physical.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

Cubs Emerge As Finalist For $200 Million Free Agent

While the Chicago Cubs have been relatively quiet this offseason, this seems to be a byproduct of the current market as opposed to an indication that the club will be hesitant to make moves.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16

Cubs position player pitchers: Joe Mather

The 2012 Cubs were, by design, a bad team. New President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein had torn down the previous structure to rebuild, and what was left was not very good.

Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / December 16

Cubs get intriguing Kyle Tucker free agency update

Last offseason, the Chicago Cubs pulled off an extremely aggressive blockbuster trade to acquire superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16

Cubs free agent target: Munetaka Murakami

Thanks to BCB reader JayWent, who suggested I write an article about Japanese third baseman Munetaka Murakami and the chances the Cubs might be interested in him.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ballesteros, Imai, King

Luke Weaver is the latest name floating around in the blogosphere. Michael King is said to have reduced his potential landing spots to three AL East cities.

Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / December 14

Cubs' Dansby Swanson Announces News Away From MLB on Sunday

The Chicago Cubs remain hopeful of making another trip to the MLB playoffs in 2025. The front office is expected to make additions to the roster in order to contend for first place in the NL Central.

Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / December 14

Kyle Tucker Sends Message Amid MLB Free Agency

Kyle Tucker is one of the premier free agents on the market, and his future in MLB remains uncertain. He is expected to command a long-term deal that could approach $400 million, a figure that reflects his status as one of the league’s most complete all-around talents.

Hoby Milner News / Total Apex Sports / December 11