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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 20
Former Chicago Cubs spark plug DFA’d ahead of tender deadline
From 2022-2024, Chicago Cubs fans got to experience the ups and downs of offensive spark plug Christopher Morel. The former Cub provided plenty of fireworks across two and a half seasons in Chicago, including 60 total home runs.
Nicky Lopez News / Viral Sports News / November 20
Cubs Lose 7-Year Veteran as He Officially Elects Free Agency
Few players have ever experienced a year quite like the one Nicky Lopez just endured. From the start of spring training to the close of the World Series, the veteran utility infielder switched uniforms six times, suited up for four different organizations, and inked three separate contracts with the Chicago Cubs alone.
Alfonsin Rosario News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 20
Former Top Cubs Prospect Admits He's 'Very Happy' After Being Traded Last Year
The Chicago Cubs drafted outfielder Alfonsin Rosario in the sixth round of the 2023 MLB Draft. It's easy to see why the Cubs selected Rosario this high up in that year's draft, despite him coming straight out of high school.
The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
Dylan Cease News / Total Apex Sports / November 20
Dylan Cease and the Cubs seem in doubt according to MLB Insider
For Cubs fans, the idea of bringing Dylan Cease back to the organization that originally drafted him is a tantalizing prospect. The team has made it clear they’re in the market for a top-of-the-rotation arm, and Cease, despite a rocky 2025 season, fits the bill.
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 / Cubs Insider / November 20
Cubs Could Trade from Thinning Farm System Rather Than Sign Big Free Agents 
Budget constraints seem to be a common theme when discussing the Cubs, and that could easily become the case once again this winter. Any limits on free agency spending will spur more trade discussion, as trades can often be a more reasonable means for acquiring talent when trying to avoid big payroll increases.
Alfonso Soriano News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 20
Cubs walkoff heroes: Alfonso Soriano, July 27, 2009
Coming off the division title years in 2007 and 2008, hopes were high for a three-peat in 2009. But the Cubs struggled for much of the early going in ‘09.
Owen Caissie News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 20
MLB Insider Drops Bold Owen Caissie Prediction For 2026
The Chicago Cubs have a pretty incredible player developing in the farm system for what seems like far too long: outfielder Owen Caissie. Caissie's opportunity to join the majors has been hindered due to a stacked outfield that included Ian Happ, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Kyle Tucker.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 20
Chicago Cubs farm system alarms go off after harsh truths are revealed
The Chicago Cubs may soon be trying to tap a dry well when it comes to their farm system. If recent movements regarding former Cubs top prospects are any indication, there’s reason to believe that the team’s developmental system– formerly regarded by many as one of the best in baseball– might be facing some serious issues.
Kyle Tucker News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 20
The perfect $405 million contract Blue Jays must offer Kyle Tucker to steal him from Cubs
The Toronto Blue Jays are sitting at a critical juncture in their championship window. After pushing the Los Angeles Dodgers to seven games in the 2025 World Series and coming just two outs away from ending their World Series drought, the front office cannot afford to rest on their laurels.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / November 20
Inevitable CBA Lockout Could Keep Cubs from Spending Big This Winter
Unless something drastic changes over the next 12 months, MLB owners and players are headed towards a lockout after the 2026 season. Whether fans realize it or not, this uncertainty surrounding the potential work stoppage will likely deter a number of teams from spending as much as they normally would this winter.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 20
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Imanaga, Tucker, Bellinger
We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Rumors abound but few things have materialized so far. *means autoplay on, (directions to remove for Firefox and Chrome). {$} means paywall.
Dylan Cease News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 19
MLB Insider's Dylan Cease Take Isn't What Cubs Fans Want To Hear
Dylan Cease is the free agent pitcher whom the Chicago Cubs have been most commonly linked to this offseason. This is because the Cubs have made it known that they intend to acquire a top-tier starting pitcher.
Shota Imanaga News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 19
Cubs rumors: Insider sees Chicago adding another starter after Shota Imanaga decision
The Chicago Cubs may not be done upgrading their rotation. Despite left-hander Shota Imanaga accepting the team’s qualifying offer this week, MLB Network insider Jon Morosi believes the Cubs will still pursue another high-end starter before the conclusion of the 2025 MLB offseason.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 19
Iowa Cubs To Play Game At Iconic Field In 2026
Major League Baseball made two big announcements recently regarding a particular ballpark in Dyersville, Iowa. The site of the famous baseball-themed movie 'Field of Dreams' will play host to two games in August next year.
Shota Imanaga News / ChiCitySports / November 19
Chicago Cubs bummed by player deciding to return in 2026: Report
On Tuesday, starting left-handed pitcher Shota Imanaga signed a one-year $22 million qualifying with the Chicago Cubs. The Cubs chose not to pick up his three-year option at the start of the offseason following a disastrous showing in the postseason, giving up an 8.10 ERA in two games pitched (6.2 innings).
Shota Imanaga News / ChiCitySports / November 19
Chicago Cubs: Why Imanaga’s return dooms the Cubs to a mediocre winter
The Chicago Cubs are definitely okay with Shota Imanaga being back in the starting rotation for 2026. They wouldn’t have extended him the $22 million qualifying offer if they weren’t.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Cubs select top-10 prospect James Triantos, two others
The Cubs announced that they have selected infielders James Triantos and Pedro Ramírez as well as left-hander Riley Martin.
Kyle Tucker News / Total Apex Sports / November 18
Kyle Tucker Rejects Qualifying Offer From Chicago Cubs
Another day, another dollar, and another rumor mill churning out delicious “what-ifs” for the MLB offseason. The latest dish? The Los Angeles Dodgers, fresh off their second consecutive World Series win, are supposedly sniffing around top free agent Kyle Tucker.
Shota Imanaga News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / November 17
Chicago Cubs Once Again Connected to Major Pitching Trade
The Chicago Cubs aren’t planning to sit on their hands this offseason. At the GM meetings in Las Vegas earlier this week, president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer told reporters, “We’re going to have an active offseason.
Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / November 17
Report: Cubs Considering Major Free Agency Move for Star Pitcher
The Chicago Cubs are still reeling from a frustrating end to their 2025 Major League Baseball campaign, where they fell to the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Division Series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 15
Why Kyle Tucker would be a great fit with the Blue Jays
MLB free agency has been open for over a week, and all of the attention remains on the No. 1 available player, Kyle Tucker.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14
Report: Cubs expect one outcome with Kyle Tucker’s free agency
The Chicago Cubs are apparently preparing for the worst-case scenario with Kyle Tucker. Chicago “seems resigned” to their free agent outfielder Tucker going elsewhere, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Friday.
Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13
Brad Keller is drawing interest as a starting pitcher
Teams have shown interest in free agent right-hander Brad Keller as both a starter and reliever, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post. It’s not clear which teams are involved, though Sherman writes that the New York Yankees have not emerged as a serious suitor to this point.
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