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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / February 19
Chicago Cubs Pitching Prospect Already Turning Heads As Spring Training Nears
The Chicago Cubs enter the 2026 spring training camp with massive expectations. After an aggressive offseason that saw the front office push their chips to the center of the table—bringing in star third baseman Alex Bregman and trading for arm talent like Edward Cabrera—the focus has largely been on the big-league stars.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 19
Cubs Starting Pitcher for Second Spring Training Game Revealed
The Chicago Cubs begin their spring training schedule on Friday afternoon, and it was revealed this week that veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon is going to get the first action on the mound.
Ben Brown News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 19
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Ben Brown 
Today we are looking at the talented but enigmatic right-hander. Ben Brown has had several lives as a Chicago Cub. He’s worked as a starter and a reliever, has ridden the Iowa bus often.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Colin Rea News / ChiCitySports / February 19
A look at the Chicago Cubs’ greatest under-the-radar 2026 strength
The Chicago Cubs added a new All-Star third basemen this offseason in Alex Bregman, a new starter in Edward Cabrera, and four new free agent bullpen arms.
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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19
The Cubs’ player with most to prove in spring training
The Chicago Cubs have now gone 10 seasons since their historic World Series victory in the 2016 World Series. That seven-game triumph over the Cleveland Indians (now Guardians) represented a catharsis for both the franchise and their long-suffering fans.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 19
Cubs Young Pitching Prospect Already Turning Heads in Spring Ahead of Debut
The Chicago Cubs came into spring training with a much deeper rotation than they did at this time a year ago, following some significant moves this winter to address it.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 19
Fun with Cubs 2026 photo day
One of the rituals for Major League Baseball’s players every spring is to pose for team and media photographers. These shots get used in a variety of ways; you’re probably most used to seeing them on player pages on various websites, or in the pitcher previews I do here at BCB.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 19
Cubs’ Kevin Alcántara Knows the Power Is There — Now He’s Chasing Something Else
Spring Training is just around the corner for the Chicago Cubs, and everyone is watching the team’s young players. One player to watch this year is outfielder Kevin Alcántara.
Seiya Suzuki News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 19
Chicago Cubs news and notes — PCA, Shaw, Suzuki
Tom Ricketts is making World Series noises, which ring like endorsing a manager before changing faces. There’s a real spring game tomorrow. Kris Bryant is having a hard time with his chronic pain condition.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19
Cubs Hire Dixon Machado As Minor League Manager
The Cubs announced they’ve hired Dixon Machado to manage their Arizona Complex League affiliate. That seemingly brings an end to his playing career after 17 seasons in pro ball.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 18
Cubs announce starting pitchers for first 2 spring training games
The Chicago Cubs are just days away from opening Cactus League play against the Chicago White Sox. Friday’s matchup will serve as their first spring training contest of the year, with the Texas Rangers scheduled for the following day.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 18
Young Chicago Cubs outfielder makes key adjustment in offseason
The Chicago Cubs didn’t give up on their core of prospects last season at the MLB Trade Deadline, opting to hold on to them. In the offseason, they did move outfielder and top prospect Owen Caissie to get some more pitching.
Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 18
MLB Insiders Poll Reveals Why Alex Bregman Is Such a Key Cubs Signing
Spring Training is upon us, and that means a few different things. While it's an opportunity for players to brush the rust off, it is also a time for new teammates to start building chemistry with one another before Opening Day.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 18
Chicago Cubs MLBPA meeting spells doom for the 2027 season
The Chicago Cubs are one of 30 Major League Baseball teams wondering what will happen to the game after this season, as the CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) is up in December.
Jameson Taillon News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 18
Chicago Cubs Announce Starter for Spring Training Opener vs White Sox
Jameson Taillon will be the starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs when they open their spring training exhibition slate on Friday against the Chicago White Sox.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / February 18
Cubs Looking to Begin New Stretch of Annual Contention
Certain truisms in life stretch into the world of sports and beyond, one of which is that success breeds desire, and desire breeds sustainability. Following a 92-win season, the Cubs enter the 2026 campaign fresh off spending the second-highest amount of any team on free agency this past offseason.
Javier Assad News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 18
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Javier Assad
Today we look at the Cubs’ younger right-handed swingman. The Cubs have restocked the bullpen and added a starter. So far, we’ve covered the starting five and the entire batting/fielding group (as it stands).
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 18
Cubs Owner Tom Ricketts Makes Team's Ambitions Loud and Clear
The Chicago Cubs are back in playoff form, claiming their first series win since 2017 and showing they still have championship ambitions nearly a decade after their World Series title.
Owen Caissie News / ChiCitySports / February 18
Chicago Cubs: Owen Caissie on being 'blocked' in Chicago and the Marlins’ more competitive mindset
The Chicago Cubs’ first big move of the offseason made big-time headlines and signaled that the team was serious about competing for a championship in 2026.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 18
Cubs announce 2026 minor league coaching staffs
Here are the managers and coaching staffs for the Cubs minor league affiliates: Iowa Cubs, Knoxville Smokies, South Bend Cubs, Myrtle Beach Pelicans, the Arizona Complex League Cubs and the team in the Dominican Summer League.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17
Happ, Suzuki: No Recent Extension Talks With Cubs
It’s common for baseball teams to spend the winter focusing on new acquisitions and then pivot to extensions during spring training. Nothing seems urgent with a couple of Cubs, as outfielders Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki both tell Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times that they have not yet heard from the club on the extension front.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Will Cubs be able to add payroll at trade deadline?
The Chicago Cubs have stayed active throughout the offseason in their pursuit of a deep playoff run. But as the season goes on, especially near the trade deadline, the Cubs may be forced to add more to their roster.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
The wild move Seiya Suzuki wants to see Pete Crow-Armstrong do in WBC
The 2026 World Baseball Classic is scheduled from March 5 to the 17. Among those participating will be three members of the Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, and Alex Bregman.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Red Sox exec angers fans with comment about Alex Bregman
The Red Sox lost one of their best players this offseason when they failed to re-sign Bregman in free agency.
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