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Why Ethan Conrad Could Be Cubs’ Fastest-Rising Prospect Next Season

The Chicago Cubs have had a solid track record of late when it comes to their first-round draft picks. Dating back to selecting current second baseman Nico Hoerner in the first round in 2018, the franchise has selected eight players with their first-round pick.

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Chicago Cubs news and notes: Happ, Caissie, Ballesteros, Tucker

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Good times to be a fan of the Cubs’ laundry, eh? What with the World Series going on, and not being part of it and all?

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 24

Chicago Cubs pitcher, defense win big honors

The Chicago Cubs had a lot of pleasant surprises this past season. From the bounce back of starter Matthew Boyd to the growth of Pete Crow-Armstrong to the breakthrough of closer Daniel Palencia, there was a lot to be happy about in 2025.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 24

Pete Crow-Armstrong Reflects on ‘Eye-Opening’ Lesson From Cubs 2025 Season

When speaking with the media after the Chicago Cubs' 2025 season came to an end earlier this month, Cubs President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer spoke about the second-half struggles that center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong had after an MVP-caliber first half.

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MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 24

A Cubs fan’s guide to the World Series

It’s finally here. The Fall Classic will kick off in Canada tonight featuring two teams full of titans in a best-of-seven series to determine this year’s World Series Champion.

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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.

Cade Horton News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 24

Cubs contracts: An extension proposal for Cade Horton

A reminder that since the Cubs aren’t likely going to go beyond 2026 for these sorts of things, this is probably just a thought exercise. But let’s give it a shot anyway!

Nico Hoerner News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 24

Nico Hoerner And Cubs Claim Prestigious Defensive Awards

The Chicago Cubs had one of the finest defensive seasons in Major League Baseball in 2025. In the eyes of one publication, they were the best. The Fielding Bible has been presenting awards for the league’s top defensive players for the past 20 years.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 24

Chicago Cubs history unpacked, October 24: Robinson, Maddux, Maddon

Take Me Out to the Ball Game, Jackie Robinson! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a light-hearted, Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / October 23

Cubs Generating Buzz Around Possible Move for World Series Ace

With the 2025 MLB season wrapped up for all but the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays, who are vying for the World Series title, attention for most fans has turned to the offseason.

Nico Hoerner News / Cubs Insider / October 23

Nico Hoerner Wins Fielding Bible Award, Cubs Named Defensive Team of the Year

The 2016 Chicago Cubs, who won the World Series after a dominant regular season, prided themselves on defense. Now that Jed Hoyer is in charge, he has taken a similar approach, focusing on strong gloves all across the field.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 23

Cubs named 2025 Defensive Team of the Year

We know that the Cubs have superior defensive players at many positions, and could win several Gold Gloves when those awards are announced next month. Today, Sports Info Solutions gave the entire team a Fielding Bible award (Bluesky link): As noted in the Bluesky post, this is the first-ever such award, given to an entire team.

Cade Horton News / Cubs Insider / October 23

Cade Horton Named The Sporting News Rookie of the Year

Different award nominations continue to roll in, with the Cubs being recognized for their excellence both offensively and defensively. Matthew Boyd, Carson Kelly, Nico Hoerner, Matt Shaw, Ian Happ, and Pete Crow-Armstrong were all selected as finalists for the Rawlings Gold Glove Awards.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 23

Chicago Cubs are going young, like it or not

The Chicago Cubs got really close to making it to the NLCS this year. The team showed grit, gumption, and the ability to battle back from adversity in their two-series playoff run.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / October 23

Jed Hoyer Developing Baseball-Themed Purge Script as Massive Roster Turnover Looms

It’s spooky season, which means curling up in front of the TV with whatever particular brand of spine-tingling entertainment tickles your fancy. I’m partial to monsters, myself, though your guilty pleasures may skew more toward psychological thrillers or sci-fi.

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 23

3 Key Offseason Moves The Cubs Must Make To Return To The Postseason

The Chicago Cubs are coming off a very impressive run to Game 5 of the NLDS before their heartbreaking elimination to the Milwaukee Brewers, now turning their focus to the offseason and how to get better.

Kyle Tucker News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 23

Chicago Cubs news and notes: Tucker, Imanaga, Busch

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 22

Chicago Cubs Coach Ryan Flaherty Still Being Linked To NL Manager Opening

As is always the case during the MLB offseason, there are several managerial vacancies right now. The Chicago Cubs are not among the teams that are seeking a new manager, as most agree that Craig Counsell has done a fine job running the team since becoming Chicago's manager for the past two seasons, and he is therefore not on the hot seat.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 22

Chicago Cubs’ first order of business: Get these young players extended

The Chicago Cubs finished the 2025 season with a hefty dose of disappointment, but also a lot of positivity around which they could build hope for better tomorrows.

Kyle Tucker News / Total Apex Sports / October 22

Chicago Cubs Star the Focus Of Team’s 2025 Offseason

The Chicago Cubs finished 2025 with a record of 92-70 after back-to-back 83-79 campaigns in 2023 and 2024. There were plenty of moves made to make that happen, but none more impactful than the acquisition of Kyle Tucker.

Chicago Cubs News / Minor League Baseball on SI / October 22

Cubs Catching Prospect Shows Off Arm In Arizona Fall League

The Chicago Cubs saw their season come to an end in Game 5 of the National League Division Series with a loss to the Milwaukee Brewers. They won 92 games during the regular season and were the top Wild Card team.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 22

Three free agents the Yankees must sign to make World Series return

The days of George Steinbrenner seem like a distant memory in the Bronx. The New York Yankees last won the World Series in 2009, while he still stood at the helm.

Whom should Yankees pursue between Cody Bellinger, Kyle Tucker?

Yankees trading for Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal doesn't make sense

How Cam Schlittler will continue to power depleted Yankees rotation in 2026

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