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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 31

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Cabrera, Happ, Moncada, Rea

Edward Cabrera started against the Angels’ Ryan Johnson, a comparatively inexperienced player (overall #74 in the 2024 draft). Neither have pitched yet this season.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / March 31

Hoerner’s Extension Creates Uncertain Future for Shaw, Rojas

Nico Hoerner’s extension, which was first reported on Thursday evening, wrapped up a fantastic offseason for Jed Hoyer and the Cubs. The deal broke after

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 31

Chicago Cubs fall one spot in Bleacher Report’s MLB power rankings

The Chicago Cubs have had a tough beginning to the regular season, losing two of three games to the Washington Nationals. However, this team is still very talented and should be able to get back on track in the early portion of the season.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

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Edward Cabrera News / ESPN / March 30

'Electric' Cabrera silences Angels in Cubs debut

In his Cubs debut, Edward Cabrera pitched six crisp innings in Monday night's 7-2 victory over the Angels. The right-hander struck out five while throwing 80 pitches in the opener of a three-game series, 49 for strikes.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Chicago Cubs News / Field Level Media / March 30

Cubs' big hits back up Edward Cabrera in winning team debut vs. Marlins

Edward Cabrera pitched six innings of one-hit ball and Ian Happ homered for the third straight game to lift the Chicago Cubs to a 7-2 victory against the visiting Los Angeles Angels on Monday.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 30

Cubs outfielder Ian Happ shares emotional admission over Nico Hoerner’s extension

The Chicago Cubs continue shaping their future, and Ian Happ’s reaction to Nico Hoerner’s extension further showcases the growing stability within the organization.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 30

Alex Bregman Does in One Game What Cubs 3B Didn’t Do Until Last Year’s All-Star Break

It hasn't been the start that the Chicago Cubs were looking for to kick off their season, as they dropped their first series of 2026 to the Washington Nationals.

Seiya Suzuki News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 30

Cubs Share Promising Update on Seiya Suzuki Return Timeline

Seiya Suzuki’s absence was obvious during the Cubs’ first homestand of the season. Matt Shaw was the Opening Day starter, but was pulled in the eighth inning.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 30

The Pete Crow-Armstrong contract extension by the numbers

The Cubs wrapped up their first series against the Nationals at home over the weekend. It didn’t go as planned with the North iders dropping two of three games after both Matthew Boyd and Shōta Imanaga had some trouble with the long ball.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 30

Cubs Boss Craig Counsell Gives Cade Horton Update Every Fan Wants to Hear

The Chicago Cubs' first series of the season did not go the way many hoped it would, dropping the first series of the season to the Washington Nationals, who are expected to be dreadful this year.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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 / ChiCitySports / March 30

Bleacher Report ranks Chicago Cubs outside top 10 pitching staffs

The Chicago Cubs have one of the most talented pitching staffs in Major League Baseball. They are expected to be one of the best teams in the sport, and the pitching staff has a lot of quality arms.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 30

Three up, three down: An update on the Cubs, March 30 edition

Welcome back to “Three up, three down,” a review of the previous week’s worth of Cubs action during the regular season. Of course, we don’t have an entire week to review, just three games.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / March 30

Hot Mic Reveals Umpire Mix-Up After Catcher Challenge Confusion During Cubs vs. Nationals Game

Chicago Cubs vs Washington Nationals: The automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system is undoubtedly going to be a major addition to MLB with its introduction to the league at the start of the 2026 season.

Nico Hoerner News / ChiCitySports / March 30

Nico Hoerner insisted on this clause to be in his Chicago Cubs extension

The Chicago Cubs and second baseman Nico Hoerner have recently agreed to a massive six-year contract extension, avoiding him from potentially heading to free agency after the season.

Jaxon Wiggins News / Inside The Diamonds / March 29

Chicago Cubs Down on the Farm: Jaxon Wiggins Season Debut

Chicago Cubs top pitching prospect Jaxon Wiggins opened his season Sunday with a start against the Columbus Clippers. Wiggins is the second-ranked prospect in the Cubs system.

Nico Hoerner News / Athlon Sports / March 29

Cubs' Nico Hoerner Speaks Out After Signing Contract Extension

The Chicago Cubs and second baseman Nico Hoerner recently came to an agreement on a six-year, $141 million contract extension. Chicago is building around a core of players, as the team also recently signed star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong to a long-term deal.

Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with at least 1,200 career hits can you name in six minutes?

MLB News / Field Level Media / March 29

Cubs, Nationals conclude high-scoring series

Chicago Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong has delivered multiple hits in both of the team's games to open the season. As he aims to stay hot Sunday and help the Cubs to a series victory against the visiting Washington Nationals, Crow-Armstrong credits a confidence that stems from an exciting off-field development.

Jack Neely News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29