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The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason with the intention of rebuilding their pitching staff after a tough end to the 2025 campaign, culminating in their playoff elimination.

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2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Caleb Thielbar

39-year-old Caleb Thielbar defied Father Time to be effective for the Cubs in 2025 and is returning, hoping for more of the same. At some point he’s bound to run out of gas, but maybe not yet.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 11

Andre Dawson is getting his Hall of Fame cap changed

Three years ago, Cubs Hall of Famer Andre Dawson told the Cooperstown institution that he wanted the cap on his plaque changed. From Paul Sullivan in the Tribune: But more than 13 years after his induction, Dawson has had a change of heart.

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Chicago Cubs: Mark DeRosa reveals major mistake he made managing Team USA vs Italy

The Chicago Cubs are well-represented in the 2026 World Baseball Classic (WBC). Pete Crow-Armstrong, Alex Bregman, and Matthew Boyd all are on Team USA, and many other players are representing their own home countries.

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Team USA Manager Speaks on Pete Crow-Armstrong's Monster Performance vs Italy

Team USA was back in action Tuesday night, following a close 5-3 win Monday against Mexico. Although he had been benched earlier in the tournament in favor of Byron Buxton, Cubs star Pete Crow-Armstrong got the start in center field for the stars and stripes, batting ninth in the lineup.

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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 11

The Chicago Cubs have a prime candidate for this end of season award

The Chicago Cubs are coming off a season in which the team made the postseason and was very competitive. While they were able to do well, they lost right fielder Kyle Tucker as a free agent during the offseason.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 11

Chicago Cubs history unpacked, March 11

Free of charge for the discerning reader. Happy birthday, Rich Hill* and other stories. Today in baseball history: 1901 – The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Baltimore Orioles manager John McGraw has signed a Cherokee Indian named “Tokohama” to play second base.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10

Pete Crow-Armstrong’s clutch 3-run homer has Team USA dreaming of a WBC comeback

Although he fizzled in the second half of the 2025 season, Pete Crow-Armstrong injected the Chicago Cubs and the Wrigley Faithful with an abundance of energy.

Cade Horton News / ChiCitySports / March 11

Cubs’ Cade Horton not worried after tough outing

Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Cade Horton is eager to build on the momentum from a standout stretch following the All-Star break last year, where he posted a remarkable 1.03 ERA over 12 starts.

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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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 10

Rangers 8, Cubs 3: Matt Shaw homers, Cade Horton gives up homers

I didn’t go to this game and, well, the Cubs didn’t much show up either, defeated by the Rangers 8-3. Cade Horton got cuffed around pretty good, serving up six hits, including three home runs.

Hunter Greene News / ChiCitySports / March 10

Chicago Cubs breathe a sigh of relief after the Reds’ latest injury

The Chicago Cubs won’t have an easy time winning the National League Central, but things became easier with Cincinnati Reds right-hander Hunter Greene getting injured.

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Ian Happ News / ChiCitySports / March 10

Chicago Cubs: Ian Happ reveals sole focus as he heads into final contract year

The Chicago Cubs have a very young and talented roster. This is, of course, a great thing for fans as it ensures that the team will remain competitive for years to come.

Alex Bregman News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Team USA Makes Alex Bregman Decision at World Baseball Classic

The Chicago Cubs made a major splash this winter, swooping in to sign third basemanAlex Bregman. After opting out of his contract with the Boston Red Sox in November, Bregman secured an even better deal just two months later, a five‑year, $175 million contract with a full no‑trade clause, something Boston was unwilling to offer.

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Which Chicago Cubs Prospects Actually Matter in 2026

Opening Day is rapidly approaching and the Chicago Cubs are looking set for their first matchup at the end of March. The roster is starting to shape up nicely and could include some top prospects following their spring training performances.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 10

Chicago Cubs surprise roster projection has one unexpected name

The Chicago Cubs made a lot of impactful moves this offseason. With the exception of the major signing of free agent third baseman Alex Bregman, most of the other significant moves have come on the pitching side of things.

Alex Bregman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 9

Alex Bregman leaves Mark DeRosa surprised after speaking Spanish

So far, Team USA is off to a good start in the World Baseball Classic. They trounced Brazil in their opener, 15-5. On Saturday, they won their second over Great Britain by a score of 9-1.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 8

Porter Hodge, Jordan Wicks likely to begin season on Cubs' IL

Right-hander Porter Hodge and left-hander Jordan Wicks are each dealing with arm problems and will probably start the season on the 15-day injured list, Cubs manager Craig Counsell told reporters (including MLB.com’s Jordan Bastian).

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / March 8

Cubs Lose Two Players to Injury Before Opening Day

Over the last couple of seasons, bullpen issues have been a thorn in the side of the Chicago Cubs bids for serious contention, with manager Craig Counsell scrambling to piece together a patchwork collection of healthy and reliable arms where there were few.