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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 28
What the Cubs Opening Day Loss Told Us—And What It Didn’t
Opening Day has come and gone, and the 2026 season is now in full swing. The Chicago Cubs started their year at Wrigley Field against the Washington Nationals, and it did not go well.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 28
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Boyd, Heyward, Hoerner, PCA. 
No game Friday. Today Cade Horton matches up against our old friend Miles Mikolas, trying to put a bow tie on the series. Mikolas isn’t quite what he used to be, but he still has moxie and tenacity.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 28
Chicago Cubs lineup ranks outside of top 5 in MLB, per Bleacher Report
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the best teams in adding talent this offseason. As a result, their lineup is projected to be one of the premier lineups in the sport.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
Jonathon Long News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 27
Iowa Cubs Wrap: Jonny Long helps sink Clippers, 5-2
Welcome to another year of the Minor League Wrap. Although for the first week, we’ll just be the Iowa Cubs wrap as they started the season this evening and the other three affiliates wait until next Friday.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / March 27
$115M Star Makes Appearance At United Center During Sweet 16
The Sweet 16 always delivers big moments, but in Chicago, the buzz started before the game even tipped off. Fans poured into the United Center for a high-stakes matchup between the Michigan Wolverines and the Alabama Crimson Tide, expecting a terrific basketball game.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 27
Cubs’ Jed Hoyer gets brutally honest on Pete Crow-Armstrong $115 million contract extension
Star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong recently signed a six-year, $115 million contract extension with the Chicago Cubs. While there is some risk involved in the long-term contract, the Cubs feel confident that Crow-Armstrong can perform at a high level for years to come.
Nico Hoerner News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 27
Contract Details Emerge on Nico Hoerner's Cubs Extension
News broke yesterday that Chicago Cubs' star second baseman Nico Hoerner agreed to a contract extension yesterday with the team. We now know the details of the contract.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / March 27
Quantifying Hope: Cubs Lead NL Central with 47.3% Playoff Odds
These first few QH posts inevitably draw more than a few side-eyed glances and derogatory comments, understandably so, but that’s the pitfall of a weekly post about the Cubs’ playoff odds.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / March 27
Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong credits fans for desire to sign 6-year contract extension
The Chicago Cubs did not get off to the start that they wanted to in 2026. They dropped their Opening Day game against the Washington Nationals by the score of 10-4.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / March 27
Cubs Pod: March 27, 2026
Cubs lose 10-4 to the Nationals on Opening Day and embarrass themselves in front of all my friends.
Jason Heyward News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 27
Former Cubs World Series Champion Announces Retirement from Baseball
Jason Heyward, who helped the Chicago Cubs end their long World Series championship drought in 2016, announced his retirement from baseball on Friday. Heyward played with the San Diego Padres last season, logging just 34 games.
Jason Heyward News / ChiCitySports / March 27
Cubs World Series champion outfielder officially retires
Former Chicago Cubs outfielder and 14th overall pick by the Atlanta Braves, Jason Heyward, has officially retired. The man who made the famous rain delay speech in Game 7 of the 2016 World Series last played in a Major League game on May 23rd, 2025 with the San Diego Padres.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 27
Two Chicago Cubs who may get left out of the extension carousel
The Chicago Cubs aren’t hesitating to lock up their talented young players, dishing out two extensions. All-Star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong (six years, $115 million) received his extension as spring training ended, with second baseman Nico Hoerner also receiving one.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / March 26
Nico Hoerner reportedly agrees to long-term extension with Cubs
Despite a rough performance on Opening Day, Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner had a day to remember on Thursday.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / March 26
Cubs Looking for More a Year After Ending Playoff Drought
Entering the 2025 season, the Chicago Cubs were a few years removed from their most recent postseason appearance. Prior to that, they’d made the 2020 MLB playoffs as a National League Wild Card team following the 60-game regular season.
Anthony Rizzo News / Athlon Sports / March 25
Cubs Legends Anthony Rizzo and David Ross Make Off-Field Announcement
The Chicago Cubs are marking the 10th anniversary of their 2016 World Series season throughout 2026, with a team reunion planned for July 18 after having already held one back in January.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 25
Cubs Place Justin Steele On 60-Day IL, Designate Jack Neely For Assignment
The Cubs announced that left-hander Justin Steele has been placed on the 60-day injured list and right-hander Jack Neely has been designated for assignment.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker / March 25
Cubs CF Pete Crow-Armstrong can celebrate birthday with unusual deal
All-Star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong agreed to a six-year, $115 million contract extension Tuesday to remain with the Chicago Cubs through his age-31 season.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker / March 24
Pete Crow-Armstrong's contract extension is boom-or-bust deal for Cubs
It is the type of deal that could either be a long-term steal for the Cubs or a highly risky move that backfires.
Dylan Carlson News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 24
Cubs To Select Dylan Carlson
The Cubs are going to select outfielder Dylan Carlson to their roster before Opening Day, reports Jordan Bastian of MLB.com. Carlson will unlock the $2MM salary on his deal by getting the call.
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