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Mark Grace News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 17
Cubs walkoff heroes: Mark Grace, Sept. 13, 1998 
Just one day after Orlando Merced thrilled a full house at Wrigley Field with a pinch-hit, three-run walkoff homer (written up here last Friday), the Cubs did it again against the Brewers, this time with longtime fan favorite Mark Grace doing the honors.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 17
Rapidly Approaching Rule 5 Will Mean Difficult Decisions For Cubs
Many deadlines come with the offseason in baseball, and one nearing is regarding the Rule 5 Draft. This draft concerns players in an organization's farm system and whether or not they will be added to the 40-man roster for the upcoming season.
Owen Ayers News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 17
Cubs in the AFL: Mesa Solar Sox final
The 2025 Arizona Fall League season wrapped up and I regret to inform you that the Surprise Saguaros won the title for the third time in the past four years.
The 'National League MVPs' quiz
How many of the National League MVPs in the Integration Era (since 1947) can you name in six minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 17
Cubs free agent target: Ranger Suárez
I’m including Ranger Suárez in this series because a couple of the writers at MLB Trade Rumors think he could wind up with the Cubs. And why not? Here’s a left-hander who fits the Cubs’ needs perfectly.
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 / 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 / ChiCitySports / November 17
No Cubs drama is expected at the offseason’s first major date
MLB’s first major offseason date, the tender deadline, is fast approaching. For the Chicago Cubs, no drama is expected, as they have just four arbitration-eligible players this winter.
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.
Dylan Cease News / ChiCitySports / November 16
Chicago Cubs urged to reconsider possible interest in Dylan Cease
The Chicago Cubs need pitching. That’s just an irrefutable truth as the team heads into the 2026 season. At the recent GM meetings in Las Vegas, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer flat-out said that Chicago’s primary focus this winter will be pitching.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 16
Jed Hoyer's Comments About Matt Shaw's Cubs Struggles Speaks Volumes
The Chicago Cubs' front office has made it extremely clear that they intend to bolster the roster this offseason heading into the 2025 campaign. They've
MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 16
Wrigley Field historical sleuthing: 1947 edition
For this one, we go back almost 80 years. First, a note about where I found this photo — on the Encyclopedia of Chicago website. Where they said it was from 1950.
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.
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 / ChiCitySports / November 15
Chicago Cubs: Updates on the Cubs’ 5 most vital free agents
The Chicago Cubs, as expected, will experience some significant turnover ahead of the 2026 season. In terms of position players, there’s the hole Kyle Tucker will leave in right field if/when he leaves the team via free agency.
Dansby Swanson News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 15
Cubs Star Dansby Swanson Makes Major Personal Announcement
Chicago Cubs franchise shortstop Dansby Swanson might not even be the best athlete in his family. This is because his wife is Mallory Swanson (maiden name Mallory Pugh), is one of the best female soccer players in the world and a member of Team USA's women's national soccer team (USWNT).
Michael King News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15
Cubs rumors: Chicago has Padres ace Michael King ‘on radar’
The Chicago Cubs remain focused on pitching upgrades in the 2025 offseason, and a name generating buzz is former San Diego Padres starter Michael King.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 15
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Tucker, PCA, Cease, Imai, Boras
We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Boras, no Natasha, alas. Izvini, Fearless Leader. The GM Meetings are over and I’m not sure what that had to do with anything yet.
Owen Ayers News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 14
Cubs Prospect Crowned Arizona Fall League Breakout Player of Year
All season, Chicago Cubs catching prospect Owen Ayers has been among the top players for the Arizona Fall League’s Mesa Solar Sox. If he was a secret before the AFL started last month, he’s not a secret anymore.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 14
Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Admits Rival Outfielder Is Better Than Him
Despite Chicago Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong being just 23 years old, many believe he is baseball's best defender. And many defensive stats would back this sentiment up.
Kyle Tucker 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.
Michael King News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 14
Cubs among teams interested in Michael King
The Cubs are in the market for notable rotation upgrades this offseason, and right-hander Michael King is among the names on their radar.
Kyle Tucker News / Just Baseball / November 14
Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Kyle Tucker
For the first time in his career, Kyle Tucker controls his baseball future. A former franchise cornerstone in Houston, he was surprisingly shipped to Chicago last winter in a blockbuster move that became the central storyline of the Cubs’ offseason.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 13
Cubs make signing early in offseason
After making the playoffs for the first time since 2020 in 2025, the Chicago Cubs aren’t trying to give up their spot in the postseason. But before the hot stove truly heats up, the Cubs made a move that will likely fall under the radar.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12
Cubs expected to prioritize pitching additions in offseason
The Cubs are headed into this offseason prioritizing pitching additions, as president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer told reporters on Tuesday.
Cade Horton News / Just Baseball / November 11
Cade Horton Voted NL Rookie of the Year Runner-Up After Strong Debut Season
There was very little, if any, surprise a week ago when Cade Horton was named a National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year finalist. The rookie right-hander was phenomenal in 2025 as he became a key contributor in the Chicago Cubs‘ rotation.
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