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On YouTubeShota Imanaga News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 2
Cubs Ace Shota Imanaga Has Fans Concerned, But Insider Says There's Time
The Chicago Cubs went into spring training with one of the deepest pitching staffs they have had in some time, with a combination of guys returning, developing, being acquired in trades, and coming back from injury.
Phil Maton News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 2
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Phil Maton 
Today we look at one of the Cubs’ veteran relievers. Phil Maton has been around for a minute. He was drafted in the 20th round by the Padres in 2015, and debuted with the same club two years later.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 2
Cubs Reveal First Spring Training Lineup After Players Leave for WBC
The Chicago Cubs continue their spring training schedule on Monday with a roster low on players as more than 10 of them are heading for the World Baseball Classic.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Ben Cowles News / ChiCitySports / March 2
Chicago Cubs claim Ben Cowles (again), move off-season addition to 60-Day IL
The Chicago Cubs are, of course, are still piecing together the pieces that will make up the Major League and minor league rosters in 2026. Earlier this off-season, they took one of their valuable organizational infield depth pieces, Ben Cowles, and placed him on waivers.
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.
Nico Hoerner News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 2
Nico Hoerner Addresses Trade Rumors at Spring Training
The Chicago Cubs were aggressive in the offseason following the departure of Kyle Tucker. They traded one of their top prospects (Owen Caissie) to the Miami Marlins for Edward Cabrera and signed third baseman Alex Bregman to a five-year $175 million contract.
Alex Bregman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 2
How 1 Alex Bregman accomplishment with Cubs can change everything
The Houston Astros won the World Series in 2017. They featured an exciting young core of players that included a third baseman by the name of Alex Bregman.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 2
The Team USA star Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong is most excited to chop it up with at WBC
As Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong prepares for his first World Baseball Classic, he’ll be surrounded by plenty of superstars on Team USA. However, there is one name atop his list that he is most excited to be around.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 2
Chicago Cubs MiLB Gold Glove winner competes for a roster spot
The Chicago Cubs are trying to get infielder Matt Shaw to become a super utility player, as he has no starting role, but have another viable option in Pedro Ramirez waiting in the wings.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 2
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — March 2
Happy Birthday to Reese McGuire* and other former Cubs, fighting amongst themselves, and other stories. 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.
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.
Michael Conforto News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1
Michael Conforto Makes Cubs Spring Training Debut in Chase for Opening Day Job
Michael Conforto wants to make the Chicago Cubs’ opening day roster. He'll have to do it the hard way after signing a minor league deal earlier this week.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / March 1
Michael Busch has already earned the respect of Chicago Cubs star
The addition of Alex Bregman gives the Chicago Cubs one of the best infields in all of baseball. Bregman will man third while Dansby Swanson and Nico Hoerner play in the middle infield.
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 1
White Sox 5, Cubs 1: Here we go with Shōta Imanaga and the home runs again
MESA, Arizona — The Cubs’ 5-1 loss to the White Sox on another very hot afternoon was painfully reminiscent of some Shōta Imanaga starts last year. Imanaga threw 47 pitches in 2.2 innings.
Ben Cowles News / Cubs Insider / March 1
Cubs Claim Ben Cowles Off Waivers Yet Again
The Cubs designated infielder Ben Cowles for assignment two weeks ago to clear a space for righty reliever Shelby Miller, after which Cowles was claimed by the Blue Jays.
Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1
Alex Bregman Reveals How He’s Feeling at ‘First Class’ Cubs Organization
Alex Bregman is settling in just fine in Mesa. The third baseman has spent about a month and a half with the Cubs since signing his five-year, $175 million deal mid-January, and he’s content with where he landed.
Justin Steele News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1
Justin Steele Clarifies Timeline for Cubs Return After Getting Medical Clearance
Justin Steele shared the good news on social media on Saturday. On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs left-hander faced reporters for the first time since he revealed that he had medical clearance to be a full-go after having elbow surgery last year.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 1
Chicago Cubs predicted to part ways with $85 million slugger after 2026 MLB season
The Chicago Cubs have a plethora of talented outfielders on their roster. Of course, none of them are more exciting than 23-year-old Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Justin Steele News / Athlon Sports / February 28
Justin Steele's Injury Update Leaves Cubs With Decision
The Chicago Cubs were spoiled by starting pitcher Justin Steele's production from 2022 to 2024, but they didn't make the playoffs over that span. Ironically, they then made it to Game 5 of the NL Division Series last season despite the southpaw missing almost the entire campaign due to elbow surgery.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Total Apex Sports / February 28
Chicago Cubs Star Pete Crow-Armstrong Not Worried About Getting Paid
Pete Crow‑Armstrong didn’t hesitate. When the Cubs’ young center fielder was asked this week about extension talks, he didn’t posture, didn’t hint at frustration, and didn’t try to leverage the moment.
Chicago Cubs News / Total Pro Sports / February 28
Former Chicago Cubs Pitcher Sentenced For Life In Shocking First-Degree Murder
Daniel Serafini spent seven years in the MLB as a left-handed pitcher. The former Chicago Cubs and Minnesota Twins hurler now faces a lifetime behind bars.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / February 26
Top 4 Chicago Cubs Spring Training Storylines to Follow
Spring training is well underway, and it will not be long until the first pitch is being thrown on Opening Day at Wrigley Field. The Chicago Cubs are coming off of their first “successful” season since 2017, winning 92 games and a playoff series, before being defeated in the NLDS.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25
Cubs' Tyler Austin out 'months' following knee surgery
First baseman/outfielder Tyler Austin recently underwent a debridement procedure on the patellar tendon in his right knee, which will leave him sidelined for “months."
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