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MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 4
Cubs 4, Brewers 1: Moisés Ballesteros is good at challenges 
The Cubs got some good pitching performances Wednesday afternoon against the Brewers, but a potentially even bigger story was four ABS challenges made by Moisés Ballesteros, all of which he got right!
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 4
Cubs’ latest decision will lead to big adjustment for infielder
With the Chicago Cubs preparing for the 2026 season, manager Craig Counsell seems to have a new plan for one of the team’s former top prospects. However, the decision will force the infielder to make some big adjustments for the upcoming campaign.
Seiya Suzuki News / ChiCitySports / March 4
Chicago Cubs: Seiya Suzuki predicted to sign 4-year extension, have monster 2026
The Chicago Cubs could be accused of having given Seiya Suzuki a bit of the runaround last season. For the second straight year, they pulled him from his right field spot for what they felt was a better defender, opting to go with new acquisition Kyle Tucker in the field.
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?
Jed Hoyer News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 4
Jed Hoyer Admits One Cubs Issue Is Keeping Him Up at Night
The Chicago Cubs head into the season with as much potential to make a deep playoff run as they have had in the decade since their curse-breaking World Series breakthrough in 2016.
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 4
Chicago Cubs: How does PCA rank among MLB Best? ESPN has an interesting take
Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong had a roller coaster year last season. The “ups” were really up. At the All-Star break, he had 25 home runs, 71 RBIs, and 27 stolen bases – all while playing spectacular defense.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 4
Young Ace Gets Second Start as Cubs vs Brewers Lineup Announced
The Chicago Cubs are hoping to get back in the win column when they head over to Phoenix to take on the Milwaukee Brewers in spring training on Wednesday.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 4
Chicago Cubs: Debate rages on where/how to use incoming no. 1 prospect
The Chicago Cubs seem pretty much set when it comes to their starting, non-pitching roster. But if there’s one minor area of debate and uncertainty, it lies with the every day designated hitter spot.
Jack Neely News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 4
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Jack Neely
Today we look at one of the Cubs’ camp arms, who might, MIGHT have a shot at the MLB bullpen. It’s up to him. Jack Preston Neely came to the Cubs, along with on again/off-again Cub Ben Cowles, for Mark Leiter Jr.
Cade Horton News / ChiCitySports / March 4
Chicago Cubs: 2026 projected starting rotation feature Cade Horton as ace
The Chicago Cubs are heading into the 2026 MLB season with a gluttony of talented pitching. This is, of course, an ideal situation for any team, as 162 games are difficult to navigate healthily.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 4
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — March 4
Early rules, Lou Gehrig Day, 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.
David Ross News / ChiCitySports / March 4
Former Chicago Cubs manager joins ESPN
Former Chicago Cubs manager David Ross will be remembered for his role helping the team win the World Series in 2016. It was “Grandpa Rossy’s” final year in major league baseball and he went out on top as the Cubs captured their first title in 108 years.
Craig Counsell News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 3
Craig Counsell Issues Stern Ultimatum to Cubs Players in Spring Training
Cubs’ manager Craig Counsell is a fairly reserved guy. He’s usually not one to yell, but that wasn’t the case Monday morning in Mesa during the Cubs’ less-than-satisfactory base running drills.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / March 3
MLB News: Chicago Cubs’ Matt Shaw politics may have prevented him from being traded after 2025 seasom
In 2025, the Chicago Cubs were pleasantly surprised by the defense and production of infielder Matt Shaw. He finished ninth in National League Rookie of the Year voting after hitting .226/.295/.394 with 13 home runs, 44 RBI, and 17 stolen bases.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 3
Italy 9, Cubs 4: The Cubs defeat the Cubs
MESA, Arizona — The Cubs wore their white pinstripe home jerseys for the exhibition game against Team Italy, and that was more than just a pleasant view.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 3
Three Biggest Losers from the Cubs' Spring Training Games So Far
The Chicago Cubs have played 11 spring training games so far with numerous players departing camp over the weekend for World Baseball Classic preparations.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 2
Jed Hoyer reveals how Cubs finally landed Alex Bregman
After a solid season in 2025 capped off with an NLDS loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, the Chicago Cubs reloaded their roster in a major way, replacing a departing Kyle Tucker with his former Houston Astros teammate Alex Bregman, the do-it-all third baseman the team was reportedly interested in before last season, too.
Ian Happ News / Athlon Sports / March 2
Cubs Facing Big Decision After Ian Happ's Comments
Chicago Cubs star outfielder Ian Happ is set to enter MLB free agency following the 2026 MLB season. The 31-year-old has spent his entire career in Chicago with the Cubs, but there is a chance that 2026 will be his final year with the ball club.
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.
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.
Tyler Austin 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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