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Cubs Again Urged to Trade Away Young Star Before Season Begins

The Chicago Cubs have had a huge offseason of bringing in new talent. However, this has also led to current talent being thrown into trade rumors as the winter shake-up continued.

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2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Gavin Hollowell

Today we look at the Cubs’ right-handed sometime reliever. Gavin Ernest Hollowell was born in Somerset, NJ, 11/04/1997. He’s a 6’7”, 215 pounder, a sixth-round pick by the Rockies in the 2019 Amateur Draft, a graduate of St.

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

Pete Crow-Armstrong Talks Contract Extension — and Reminds Fans What Baseball Should Feel Like

The Chicago Cubs have high hopes for their star outfielder, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and he is already a fan favorite in Chicago. He has a way with fans and young players that resonates with them and brings back the passion and joy of the game that has been lacking.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 24

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Assad, Brown, Rojas, Triantos

Some surprises out in Surprise? Possibly. I mean, the surprise for us right now would be a Cubs victory… the team was 0-3, started a lineup of Triple-A players and PCA, with Ben Brown on the mound, against the Royals ‘A’ lineup.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Larry Brown Sports / February 24

Pete Crow-Armstrong takes a swipe at Dodgers fans

Pete Crow-Armstrong really does not care for one rival fanbase. The Chicago Cubs star outfielder Crow-Armstrong was the subject of a Chicago Magazine feature that ran this week.

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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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 23

Why the Cubs’ Signing Michael Conforto Puts Matt Shaw’s Future in Doubt

The Chicago Cubs made quite the addition on Sunday night, bringing in free agent outfielder Michael Conforto. He signed a minor league contract with a Spring Training invite, but the signing says a whole lot more.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 23

Cubs 3, Royals 2: Jefferson Rojas homers in the Cubs’ first spring win

This is going to be an old-school recap, because I do not have any video of the Cubs’ 3-2 win over the Royals to show you. So you’ll have to deal with descriptions, and a few MLB Gameday graphics.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 23

Chicago Cubs: PCA on extension– 'I want to be here for as long as they want me'

The Chicago Cubs got a “real” one when they got Pete Crow-Armstrong. Back in 2021, amid a mass sell-off of the team’s 2016 World Series roster, the Cubs traded away mega-popular shortstop Javier Baez (and pitcher Trevor Williams) for the 19-year-old center fielder.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 23

Chicago Cubs: Surprise dark horse emerging for key roster spot?

The Chicago Cubs made a lot of pitching movement this past offseason. It really hasn’t been pointed out enough just how much the front office has actually focused on pitching.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 23

Alex Bregman Motivated for WBC After Watching USA Hockey Win Gold

The United States of America earned Ice Hockey gold in the 2026 Winter Olympics on Sunday, defeating Team Canada in overtime for its first Olympic Gold in the sport since 1980.

Michael Conforto News / Athlon Sports / February 23

Cubs Create New Position Battle With Signing on Monday

The Chicago Cubs and outfielder Michael Conforto reportedly agreed to a contract on Monday, per MLB insider Jon Heyman. Conforto, 32, brings veteran prowess to Chicago.

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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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Porter Hodge News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 23

2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Porter Hodge

Today we look at the Cubs’ one-time closer, who is trying to re-establish himself. Salt Lake City native Porter Dene Hodge, one-time Cubs closer, has lost his confidence and the strike zone.

Craig Counsell News / ChiCitySports / February 23

Chicago Cubs: Moisés Ballesteros to get defensive reps this Spring

Now that Moisés Ballesteros has made it to Cubs camp, manager Craig Counsell has shed light on the plan for the 22-year old prospect. Per Cubs beat Bruce Levine, Counsell says that Ballesteros will get reps at catcher and firstbase this Spring.

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Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 23

Cubs Surprisingly Sign Veteran Former All-Star to Bolster Outfield Depth

The Chicago Cubs have made a significant overnight signing on Sunday evening in the wee hours of Monday morning to address their depth issue in the outfield.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 23

Cubs Rotation Bringing Velocity the Franchise Hasn’t Seen in Nearly Two Decades

The Chicago Cubs' pitching rotation is getting a makeover this season, and it’s more than just new names on the roster. For the first time in nearly two decades, Chicago’s arms are bringing serious heat.

Michael Conforto News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23

Cubs sign 179-home run outfielder

The Chicago Cubs are taking a chance on veteran outfielder Michael Conforto. Jon Heyman of the MLB Network broke the news of Conforto’s next chapter in his career in the big leagues on Monday.

Alex Bregman News / Athlon Sports / February 20

Alex Bregman Drops Cubs Playoff Take on Friday

The Chicago Cubs are looking to have a big 2026 season. During the offseason, they added a number of players -- including three-time All-Star Alex Bregman.

Matt Shaw News / Just Baseball / February 20

Matt Shaw Will Have His Versatility Tested in 2026

With the addition of Alex Bregman this winter, exactly how the Chicago Cubs will deploy Matt Shaw in 2026 remains a bit unclear. That’s not a big issue right now, considering the Cubs are barely more than a week into spring training.

Chicago 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.

Dixon Machado 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.

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.