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Cubs Announce Kyle Tucker News Amid MLB Free Agency

Kyle Tucker is set to hit unrestricted free agency after one season as a member of the Chicago Cubs. As free agency begins, the Cubs extended the qualifying offer to Tucker on Thursday, a one-year offer worth $22 million.

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Chicago Cubs Extend Qualifying Offers To Two Free Agents

Ahead of Thursday's 5 p.m. ET deadline, the Chicago Cubs have extended a one-year qualifying offer to two of their free agents, offering outfielder Kyle Tucker and left-handed starting pitcher Shota Imanaga a one-year deal worth $22.025 million for the 2026 season.

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MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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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.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong Competing Amongst Six Outfielders For First NL Silver Slugger Award

The Chicago Cubs had quite the season despite the bitter end that they faced in the National League Division Series. It's important to remember how far this young team has come, and even though it wasn't the outcome the team wanted, there was plenty to celebrate.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 6

Three questions facing the Los Angeles Dodgers this offseason

The Los Angeles Dodgers accomplished something that had not happened since 1999 — becoming back-to-back World Series champions.

Insider downplays Dodgers' interest in OF Kyle Tucker

Reports: Dodgers pick up options for Max Muncy, Alex Vesia

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Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 6

Why Alex Bregman Could Be Final Piece To Cubs’ Defensive Puzzle

On November 3, Major League Baseball announced the Gold Glove Award winners for the 2025 season. The Chicago Cubs had three winners, including second baseman Nico Hoerner, left fielder Ian Happ, and center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.

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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.

Shota Imanaga News / Sporting News / November 6

Cubs' Shota Imanaga receives $43.5 million contract projection after opting for free agency

Will the Cubs re-sign Shota Imanaga?

Chicago Cubs News / ESPN / November 6

Cubs decline Turner mutual option, re-sign Rea

Infielder Justin Turner is a free agent after the Cubs declined a $10 million mutual option. Chicago also agreed to terms with right-hander Colin Rea.

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Kyle Schwarber News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 6

Major Factor Gives Cubs Hidden Advantage In Kyle Schwarber Free Agency Chase

With each passing day, it feels like a new report comes out that further indicates that Kyle Tucker's time with the Chicago Cubs is over. Most recently,

Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 6

The absolute biggest contract Cubs must offer Kyle Tucker in free agency

The Chicago Cubs notched their most wins in a Regular Season (92) since going 95-68 back in 2018. It was also the Cubs’ first Wild Card berth since then (excluding 2020), so fans in Chicago are certainly feeling hopefully about their future with a young cast of stars.

Justin Turner News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 6

Cubs Veteran Officially Becomes Free Agent After Disappointing Campaign

The Chicago Cubs are moving on from one of their acquisitions last offseason who came in and had a very forgettable campaign. There was some excitement

Michael King News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 6

Cubs free agent target: Michael King

Let’s shift gears a bit here and talk about the exact sort of free agent Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer seems to like to go after. Mid-range starter?

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 6

Cubs Reportedly Bringing Back Veteran Right-Hander On Restructured Deal

The Chicago Cubs largely went with some smaller moves last offseason to put together their pitching staff for 2025, a staff that wound up doing enough to get the team to the postseason.

Colin Rea News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Cubs, Colin Rea agree to one-year extension

The Cubs have hammered out a restructured deal with right-hander Colin Rea, reports MLBTR’s Steve Adams. It’s a $6.5MM guarantee that includes a club option for the 2027 season and maxes out at $13MM over two years if that option is exercised.

Shota Imanaga News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 6

Inside the Cubs' Genius 'Checkmate' Move With Shota Imanaga’s Contract

The Chicago Cubs faced a unique decision when it came to 32-year-old pitcher Shota Imanaga's contract this MLB offseason. The Cubs had a team option to extend Imanaga's contract for three more seasons, which would have been worth about $57 million.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 5

MLB insider urges Cubs to sign a ‘really big’ free agent

A 92-70 record was good enough for the Chicago Cubs to clinch a spot in the NL playoff bracket. After a three-game Wild Card series win over the San Diego Padres, the Cubs squared off against their division rivals, the Milwaukee Brewers, in an NL Division Series (NLDS) matchup.

Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / November 5

Chicago Cubs 2025 Offseason Outlook

The Chicago Cubs made the postseason this year for the first time since 2020. They finished 92-70 and finished 2nd in the NL Central. The season was a step in the right direction for a franchise that came into this year with a lot of uncertainty.

Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Kyle Tucker's stunning contract demand is revealed ahead of free agency

The Chicago Cubs’ marriage with outfielder Kyle Tucker appears likely to be short-lived.

Insider downplays Dodgers' interest in OF Kyle Tucker

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Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 5

Cubs not expected to pursue top free-agent relievers

The Cubs are going to need to overhaul their bullpen this winter after trading Andrew Kittredge to the Orioles yesterday while Brad Keller, Drew Pomeranz, and Caleb Thielbar are all ticketed for free agency.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 5

How the Chicago Cubs can be compensated after Shota Imanaga fallout

The Chicago Cubs and left-handed starting pitcher Shota Imanaga appear to be heading in separate directions. After the organization declined the ability to extend his contract out to five years, instead of four, a player opt out option for the 2026 season was triggered, which Imanaga chose to exercise.