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Chicago Cubs Announce 2026 Opening Day Starter

The Chicago Cubs are closing in on the start of the regular season, and it appears a new pitcher will take the mound as the team’s Opening Day starter.

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2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Jacob Webb

Jacob Webb is another well-traveled veteran reliever, having had stops with the Braves, Angels, Orioles, Rangers, and now the Cubs. He’s 32 years old, was drafted by Atlanta in the 18th round in 2014, and has been pretty dependable, throwing to ERAs in the threes for the most part.

Matt Boyd News / ChiCitySports / March 12

Chicago Cubs All-Star expected to return to camp from the WBC

The Chicago Cubs will gain a familiar face in camp, with left-hander Matthew Boyd returning. According to New York Post columnist Jon Heyman, Boyd will return to get stretched out as a starter since he didn’t get enough innings in the World Baseball Classic.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 12

We are looking for a new BCB front page writer

For various reasons, mostly to do with Duane’s continued poor health and the dismal state of the healthcare industry, he needs to step away from the virtual office and daily duties.

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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.

Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / March 12

Chicago Cubs Matt Shaw expands his versatility this spring

The Chicago Cubs have all nine positions in the field figured out except the bench. Infielder Matt Shaw is a prime candidate to make the Cubs bench as a super-utility player, and is adding playing first base to his repertoire.

Ian Happ News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 12

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Happ, Hoerner, Horton, PCA, Ramirez

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 11

Cubs 9, Royals 8: Nico Hoerner and Pedro Ramirez homer, and the Cubs bat out of order

MESA, Arizona — Matt Halbach doubled in Scott Kingery with one out in the ninth and the Cubs had a walk-off 9-8 win over the Royals on a beautiful afternoon at Sloan Park.

Ian Happ News / ChiCitySports / March 11

Chicago Cubs: Ian Happ named best dual threat LF in Major League Baseball

The Chicago Cubs are preparing for a 2026 season that, they hope, will see them compete for a World Series title. While their young talent is widely expected to form the basis for their success, as it did last year, they are also going to rely on the continued contributions of left fielder Ian Happ.

Matt Boyd News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 11

Cubs Ace Gets Disrespectful MLB Ranking After All-Star Campaign

It’s safe to say Matthew Boyd was a huge benefit to the Chicago Cubs last season. Signed to a two-year contract last offseason, the left-hander turned in the best season of his career.

Hunter Greene News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 11

How Hunter Greene Injury Could Give Cubs Boost in NL Central Race

The Chicago Cubs reached the playoffs last year, but they’re hoping for more, perhaps their first National League Central title since 2020. That was the COVID-shortened 2020 season.

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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.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / March 12

Pete Crow-Armstrong declared the second-best centerfielder in MLB

The Chicago Cubs have put together a roster of players that are widely considered to be among the best at their respective positions. Pete Crow-Armstrong, their centerfielder, is certainly one of them.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 11

Chicago Cubs: Rival scout labels Cubs rookie a future 'RBI machine'

Chicago Cubs top prospect Moises Ballesteros came into Mesa late, held up with visa issues from his native Venezuela for 10 crucial early spring training days.

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Cade Horton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 11

Cubs Ace Cade Horton Gets Honest About Ugly Spring Training Performance So Far

The Chicago Cubs have just two weeks until they are ready to go with their regular season campaign, and one player who fans are most looking forward to seeing back at Wrigley Field is young ace Cade Horton.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 11

Cubs Again Named as Trade Deadline Fit for Top Ace

The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason with the intention of rebuilding their pitching staff after a tough end to the 2025 campaign, culminating in their playoff elimination.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10

Pete Crow-Armstrong’s clutch 3-run homer has Team USA dreaming of a WBC comeback

Although he fizzled in the second half of the 2025 season, Pete Crow-Armstrong injected the Chicago Cubs and the Wrigley Faithful with an abundance of energy.

Alex Bregman News / Athlon Sports / March 10

Team USA Makes Alex Bregman Decision at World Baseball Classic

The Chicago Cubs made a major splash this winter, swooping in to sign third basemanAlex Bregman. After opting out of his contract with the Boston Red Sox in November, Bregman secured an even better deal just two months later, a five‑year, $175 million contract with a full no‑trade clause, something Boston was unwilling to offer.

Alex Bregman News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 9

Alex Bregman leaves Mark DeRosa surprised after speaking Spanish

So far, Team USA is off to a good start in the World Baseball Classic. They trounced Brazil in their opener, 15-5. On Saturday, they won their second over Great Britain by a score of 9-1.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 8

Porter Hodge, Jordan Wicks likely to begin season on Cubs' IL

Right-hander Porter Hodge and left-hander Jordan Wicks are each dealing with arm problems and will probably start the season on the 15-day injured list, Cubs manager Craig Counsell told reporters (including MLB.com’s Jordan Bastian).

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / March 8

Cubs Lose Two Players to Injury Before Opening Day

Over the last couple of seasons, bullpen issues have been a thorn in the side of the Chicago Cubs bids for serious contention, with manager Craig Counsell scrambling to piece together a patchwork collection of healthy and reliable arms where there were few.