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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 30
Chicago Cubs history unpacked, March 30 
Free of charge for the discerning reader. Sammy Sosa for George Bell, Kris Bryant heads to Iowa, and other stories. Happy birthday to Alex Bregman! Today in baseball history: 1944 – Branch Rickey suggests the pooling of surplus players if major league 4F players are drafted for military service.
Jaxon Wiggins News / Inside The Diamonds / March 29
Chicago Cubs Down on the Farm: Jaxon Wiggins Season Debut
Chicago Cubs top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins opened his season Sunday with a start against the Columbus Clippers. Wiggins is the second-ranked prospect in the Cubs system.
Nico Hoerner News / ChiCitySports / March 29
Chicago Cubs’ Nico Hoerner makes big statement amid 1-2 start
The Chicago Cubs bats woke up on Saturday in a 10-2 win, but the team has much more work to do if they want to be a playoff contender after losing to the Washington Nationals 6-3 on Sunday.
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?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 29
Nationals 6, Cubs 3: Home runs by Alex Bregman and Ian Happ are not enough
Before you start complaining about Shōta Imanaga serving up another home run at an inopportune time (with two runners on base), consider that you’re not going to win many games when you get only four hits and three of them are solo homers.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 29
This is the Chicago Cubs best-case outcome for the 2026 season
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the more intriguing teams as the 2026 season begins. They have some incredible talent throughout their roster and expect to be in the hunt for the World Series this season.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 29
Iowa Cubs Wrap: I-Cubs bullpen meltdown leads to 7-5 loss
The Iowa Cubs were caught hibernating by the Columbus Clippers (Guardians), 7-5. It was a good start for Jaxon Wiggins, who went four innings and allowed just one run on two hits.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / March 29
Chicago Cubs: Alex Bregman points out major change in Cubs business mindset
Chicago Cubs ownership had been blasted prior to this offseason for being too conservative, too unwilling to spend like the major market team they are.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 29
Chicago Cubs post-2026 payday window driving recent contracts
2026 looms as a pivotal season for the Chicago Cubs. A wave of key players are set to hit free agency while facing a new collective bargaining agreement that could reshape the financial landscape.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 29
Cubs, Nationals conclude high-scoring series
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has delivered multiple hits in both of the team's games to open the season. As he aims to stay hot Sunday and help the Cubs to a series victory against the visiting Washington Nationals, Crow-Armstrong credits a confidence that stems from an exciting off-field development.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 29
2026 Cubs Heroes and Goats: Game 2
The Cubs bounced back in a significant way after a disappointing Opening Day performance. Cade Horton got them on the right foot with three perfect innings to start, on his way to 6.1 innings and only two runs allowed.
Jack Neely News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29
Cubs Outright Jack Neely
The Cubs have outrighted right-hander Jack Neely to Triple-A, according to Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. Neely was designated for assignment by the club prior to Opening Day in a move that made room for Michael Conforto on the team’s 40-man roster.
Nico Hoerner News / ChiCitySports / March 29
Nico Hoerner gets bold prediction for 2026 season after signing extension
The Chicago Cubs have a lot of excitement in the early stages of the 2026 season. The team has a lot of young players who can be impactful on an everyday basis, but one player can really make things click.
MLB News / Total Apex Sports / March 28
Washington Nationals Grounded Back To Earth In 10-2 Pounding To Chicago Cubs
As elated as the Nationals had to be feeling at the end of Thursday’s victory over the Cubs, it would be safe to declare the team is feeling the absolute opposite after today’s game.
Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / March 28
Miguel Amaya, Ian Happ home runs lift Cubs over Nationals
Miguel Amaya and Ian Happ homered while Cade Horton pitched effectively into the seventh inning as the host Chicago Cubs routed the Washington Nationals 10-2 on Saturday to earn their first win of the season.
Chicago 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 / 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.
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.
Chicago Cubs 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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