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On YouTubeCarter Hawkins News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Cubs GM Carter Hawkins Explains Chicago’s Slow Start To Free Agency
There has been a flurry of free agency activity to this point in the MLB offseason. In this past week alone, two of the best sluggers on the market (Pete
Jaxon Wiggins News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Chicago Cubs: High hopes for Jaxon Wiggins, the last of the homegrown arms
The Chicago Cubs have not exactly lit the offseason baseball world on fire. Despite a lot of bullish talk and plenty of “we’re going after so and so” PR leaked to media, the team’s entire talent haul so far consists of relievers Phil Maton and Hoby Milner, plus a couple of minor league-level depth pieces.
Anthony Rizzo News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Cubs Legend Anthony Rizzo Reveals The Next 'Terrifying' Project He's Taking On
So far, retirement has been good for Anthony Rizzo. He retired as a Chicago Cub and nearly caught a home run ball in the bleachers at Wrigley Field, which was the first time he had ever sat out there.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Juan Pierre News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 14
Cubs historical sleuthing: Juan Pierre edition 
The Cubs decided to go old-school in 2005 and 2006. From 1993-2004 they had put names on the back of home uniforms. Names had been on the back of Cubs road uniforms since 1982.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 14
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Bregman, Hoerner, Zombro
Sources tell us that Burl Carraway is no longer in the organization. He was once a promising prospect with a big fastball from the sinister side, but his future didn’t turn out so well.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Chicago Cubs block influential front office member from exploring outside opportunity
The Chicago Cubs and front office member Tyler Zombro have now been together for just over a year, making this winter their second offseason as a partnership.
Alex Bregman News / ChiCitySports / December 13
Cubs’ Alex Bregman pursuit just became that much more frustrating
The Chicago Cubs have yet to make any major moves this offseason, but they appear to be in the running for one of the best free agents available in third baseman Alex Bregman.
Tyler Zombro News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 13
Cubs Promoting Tyler Zombro To Help Set Organization’s Pitching Direction
In less than two years, Tyler Zombro has gone from hanging up his cleats to taking a top spot in the Chicago Cubs’ organization when it comes to pitching.
Jonathon Long News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
Jonathon Long is on a World Baseball Classic roster — but not for the country you might expect
Earlier this week I posted here about the eight Cubs players with MLB experience who will likely take the field for their home countries in the World Baseball
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13
Cubs have a new vice president of pitching
During this offseason, the Chicago Cubs are looking to strengthen their pitching staff. As it turns out, it is not just on the mound. On Saturday, the Cubs announced they had hired former pitcher Tyler Zombro as their vice president of pitching, per Jeff Passan of ESPN.
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 / ChiCitySports / December 13
Chicago Cubs losing hope fast on the closer front
The Chicago Cubs have already almost crapped out entirely in addressing one of their offseason needs– a reliable, veteran closer. Late Friday, it was reported
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 13
Cubs Predicted To Sign Phillies Star To Four-Year, $110 Million Deal
With the winter meetings in the rearview mirror for the Chicago Cubs, the team was mostly quiet, and there are still some needs to address. Coming off a strong season in 2025, the Cubs appeared to be a team heading in the right direction.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Cubs under fire for their usual MLB free agency mistake
In recent years, the Chicago Cubs have failed to be aggressive during MLB free agency. They may have registered interest in top free agent options, but they have been unwilling to be the team that bids top dollar.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 12
Cubs News & Notes: Offseason Snapshot, Happ Talks Bregman Fit, New Signings & More
MLB's Winter Meetings concluded earlier this week, and while Cubs fans didn't see any major deal go down for the team, there's still plenty of time left in the offseason.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Chicago Cubs’ Matt Shaw will speak at Turning Point’s AmericaFest
Chicago Cubs third baseman Matt Shaw took some time off in September to attend the funeral of his friend, the late Charlie Kirk, a co-founder of Turning Point.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 12
Former Cubs top prospect lands new MLB opportunity
As Chicago Cubs fans continue to wait patiently for Jed Hoyer and the front office to make an impact addition in free agency, other teams have remained very active.
Hoby Milner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Cubs To Sign Hoby Milner
The Cubs and left-hander Hoby Milner are in agreement on a one-year deal. The MVP Sports Group will make $3.75MM plus incentives. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation was first on the deal.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Nico Hoerner Drawing Trade Interest
Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner has come up in trade conversations, according to a report from Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. The
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / December 11
Dodgers may sign Kyle Tucker under one condition
Tucker is the biggest name in free agency right now, and with the Dodgers' need for help at the corner spots of the outfield, he's an obvious fit for Dave Roberts' team.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Cubs Trade or Extend Nico Hoerner?
In today’s home run-obsessed MLB, it seems like the scrappy player is a thing of the past. Second base used to be a spot for the player who hits for average, doesn’t strikeout, steals bases, and plays good defense.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / December 10
Red Sox face two competitors for Alex Bregman
Retaining Bregman should be a priority for the Red Sox, but they will have some competition.
Kyle Tucker News / Last Word On Sports / December 9
Three Realistic Landing Spots for Kyle Tucker
Kyle Tucker, hitting the open market after a strong season with the Chicago Cubs, instantly becomes one of the most valuable players available. A left-handed, middle-of-the-order star with Gold Glove defense in right field simply does not reach free agency often.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / December 9
Chicago Cubs 2025-2026 Offseason Wish List
The Chicago Cubs are fresh off their first postseason appearance in five years. If you consider only full seasons (i.e. remove the 60-game 2020 season), it had really been seven since they made the playoffs and eight since their last playoff win.
Mike Soroka News / Yardbarker / December 8
Diamondbacks make early move at Winter Meetings, agree to deal with RHP Michael Soroka
The Arizona Diamondbacks wasted no time getting to work at the open of MLB's Winter Meetings.
Kyle Tucker News / Larry Brown Sports / December 4
Report: Cubs eyeing a three-time All-Star bat to replace Kyle Tucker
The Chicago Cubs are already appear to have their contingency plan for Kyle Tucker’s departure. Chicago is showing renewed interest in three-time All-Star infielder Alex Bregman, Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reported on Thursday.
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