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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
‘Wake Up Dead Man,’ the new ‘Knives Out’ film, features part of a Cubs game 
“Wake Up Dead Man,” the third film in the “Knives Out” series from director Rian Johnson, came out in theaters briefly in October and is now available for streaming.
Mark Prior News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
Cubs historical sleuthing: Mark Prior edition
This is another photo from BCB reader Clark Addison. As you know, Mark Prior suffered two serious injuries that eventually ended his MLB career. The first one was a collision on the basepaths with Marcus Giles of the Braves.
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 13
Cubs Predicted To Sign Phillies Star To Four-Year, $110 Million Deal
With the winter meetings in the rearview mirror for the Chicago Cubs, the team was mostly quiet, and there are still some needs to address. Coming off a strong season in 2025, the Cubs appeared to be a team heading in the right direction.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Bregman, Counsell, Happ, Hoyer.
Former Cub and Ray Christopher Morel is now a Marlin, sources reveal. It sucks about Devin Williams, who would surely have been a fine Cub. Also revealed: several MLB players have signed with teams that aren’t the Dodgers.
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 / ChiCitySports / December 13
Chicago Cubs should sign ‘low-cost, high-upside’ reliever following 2025 Winter Meetings
The Chicago Cubs are looking to continue adding to their bullpen following the 2025 Winter Meetings. The team has already signed two relievers in Hoby Milner and Collin Snider, but the team is still looking to address the need for late-inning arms.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs may target this right-handed reliever in MLB free agency
The Chicago Cubs have made some additions to their bullpen for the upcoming season, but they are in a position where they still need to continue adding.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs should target this high-leverage reliever following Winter Meetings
The Chicago Cubs are in a position where they need to focus on improving their bullpen. The team saw multiple back-end relievers hit free agency and are now looking to fill the hole for the later innings of close games in 2026.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Cubs under fire for their usual MLB free agency mistake
In recent years, the Chicago Cubs have failed to be aggressive during MLB free agency. They may have registered interest in top free agent options, but they have been unwilling to be the team that bids top dollar.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 12
Cubs News & Notes: Offseason Snapshot, Happ Talks Bregman Fit, New Signings & More
MLB's Winter Meetings concluded earlier this week, and while Cubs fans didn't see any major deal go down for the team, there's still plenty of time left in the offseason.
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.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs’ Matt Shaw will speak at Turning Point’s AmericaFest
Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw took some time off in September to attend the funeral of his friend, the late Charlie Kirk, a co-founder of Turning Point.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Former Cubs top prospect lands new MLB opportunity
As Chicago Cubs fans continue to wait patiently for Jed Hoyer and the front office to make an impact addition in free agency, other teams have remained very active.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 12
Cubs position player pitchers: Doug Dascenzo
Thirteen years have passed since Larry Biittner’s turn on the mound for the Cubs. Position player pitching was still pretty rare in Major League Baseball.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 12
Where The Cubs' Offseason Stands: New Additions, Top Targets, Free Agents & More
There has been some criticism from Chicago Cubs fans lately about the team's lack of offseason action, particularly regarding big-name signings. Since
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs still focused on Alex Bregman, closers, and aces
The Chicago Cubs went into the offseason with the promise of making waves, but have thus far only managed to make a couple of small ripples. Heading into the 2026 season, the team’s needs are very clear.
Ian Happ News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Cubs’ Ian Happ shares strong endorsement for star free agency target
The Chicago Cubs have been linked as a potential suitor for multiple different free agency targets. So far, they have been unable to sign any of the big names they have been linked as potential landing spots for this offseason.
Hoby Milner News / Field Level Media / December 11
Reports: Cubs, LHP Hoby Milner agree to 1-year deal
Left-handed ground-ball specialist Hoby Milner is joining the Chicago Cubs' relief corps, agreeing to a one-year, $3.75 million deal, multiple media outlets reported Thursday.
Hoby Milner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Cubs To Sign Hoby Milner
The Cubs and left-hander Hoby Milner are in agreement on a one-year deal. The MVP Sports Group will make $3.75MM plus incentives. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation was first on the deal.
Nico Hoerner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Nico Hoerner Drawing Trade Interest
Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner has come up in trade conversations, according to a report from Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. The
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 11
Dodgers may sign Kyle Tucker under one condition
Tucker is the biggest name in free agency right now, and with the Dodgers' need for help at the corner spots of the outfield, he's an obvious fit for Dave Roberts' team.
Nico Hoerner News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Cubs Trade or Extend Nico Hoerner?
In today’s home run-obsessed MLB, it seems like the scrappy player is a thing of the past. Second base used to be a spot for the player who hits for average, doesn’t strikeout, steals bases, and plays good defense.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 10
Red Sox face two competitors for Alex Bregman
Retaining Bregman should be a priority for the Red Sox, but they will have some competition.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9
Cubs’ Craig Counsell drops pivotal Justin Steele injury return timeline
The Chicago Cubs are sure to make plenty of changes to their rotation throughout the offseason. Any move made will have Justin Steele’s injury return timeline in consideration.
Kyle Tucker News / Last Word On Sports / December 9
Three Realistic Landing Spots for Kyle Tucker
Kyle Tucker, hitting the open market after a strong season with the Chicago Cubs, instantly becomes one of the most valuable players available. A left-handed, middle-of-the-order star with Gold Glove defense in right field simply does not reach free agency often.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / December 9
Chicago Cubs 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List
The Chicago Cubs are fresh off their first postseason appearance in five years. If you consider only full seasons (i.e. remove the 60-game 2020 season), it had really been seven since they made the playoffs and eight since their last playoff win.
Mike Soroka News / Yardbarker / December 8
Diamondbacks make early move at Winter Meetings, agree to deal with RHP Michael Soroka
The Arizona Diamondbacks wasted no time getting to work at the open of MLB's Winter Meetings.
Kyle Tucker News / Larry Brown Sports / December 4
Report: Cubs eyeing a three-time All-Star bat to replace Kyle Tucker
The Chicago Cubs are already appear to have their contingency plan for Kyle Tucker’s departure. Chicago is showing renewed interest in three-time All-Star infielder Alex Bregman, Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reported on Thursday.
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