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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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Wrigley Field historical sleuthing: Harry Caray edition

From time to time, Cubs broadcaster Harry Caray would head to the bleachers to broadcast a game. Here’s one of those games. There’s more to the photo than you can see at the top of this post and therein lie the clues: Since we have a lot of the scoreboard visible, it’s possible to narrow this down to a specific pitch.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 25

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.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

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?

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The 'Four-RBI ALCS games' quiz

The '2024 MLB RBI leaders' quiz

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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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.

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.

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 / 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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 23

A look at the Cubs’ 40-man roster

Free agency will begin shortly after the World Series ends, so clearly, we are getting close to that, and with that adjustments in many teams’ 40-man rosters.

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.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 23

Cubs Linked To Cy Young World Series Standout As Free Agency Rumors Swirl

The 2025 MLB season is over for all but two of the league's 30 teams. Therefore, while there's a lot of interest surrounding whether the Toronto Blue Jays

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The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz

The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz

Michael Busch News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 23

Why Cubs’ Michael Busch Was Robbed Of NL Silver Slugger Finalist Nomination

The National League Silver Slugger finalists were announced for the ‘25 season. The award is given to the best all-around offensive player at each position in the National League, and is based on stats like RBI, home runs, batting average, and more.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 23

Cubs contracts: An extension proposal for Pete Crow-Armstrong

Before the 2025 season began, the Cubs reportedly approached Pete Crow-Armstrong with a contract extension offer: It’s unclear how many years and option years would have been included in such a contract, but nothing was done beyond that.

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 / 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

The greatest World Series home runs of all time

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Kyle Tucker News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 18