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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Report: Cubs sign towering pitcher on minor league deal
The Chicago Cubs have had a quiet offseason to this point, but the rumors are starting to pick up. Jed Hoyer and the front office made a quick move to sign veteran relief pitcher Phil Maton to begin the offseason.
Mike Tauchman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 5
Cubs walkoff heroes: Mike Tauchman, June 5, 2024 
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is another repost of the game recap from a walkoff home run, this one from Chicago-area native Mike Tauchman, who grew up a Cubs fan.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Chicago Cubs will bring big money, bold mindset to winter pursuits, per insider
The Chicago Cubs are in an odd spot this offseason. As a team that made it to Game Five of the NLDS, they clearly have to be seen as contenders heading into 2026.
The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Cubs linked to surprising potential starting rotation boost in MLB free agency
The Chicago Cubs made an intriguing addition to the bullpen early during the MLB offseason, signing veteran reliever Phil Maton to a multi-year contract.
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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 5
Cubs Linked To Every Top Free Agent Starter Except 1 Surprising Miss
The Chicago Cubs' front office has made it clear that they intend to spend on a frontline starting pitcher this offseason, and they have the budget to do so.
Alex Bregman News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 5
The Cubs are reportedly still interested in Alex Bregman
Last offseason, the Cubs were reportedly “in” on free agent third baseman Alex Bregman. They got outbid by the Red Sox. A couple of weeks ago, I posted this article regarding Bregman’s free agency this offseason after he opted out of his deal in Boston.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Chicago Cubs should trade with the Toronto Blue Jays for this player
The Chicago Cubs are still searching for some impactful players to join the team this offseason and bolster the roster. Whether it be in free agency or a trade, there are quality players who will be available to get.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Cubs could make major Pete Crow-Armstrong move during MLB offseason
The Chicago Cubs have gotten off to a slow start to the MLB offseason. While they have made the move to sign free agent relief pitcher Phil Maton, no high-impact moves have been made.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Cubs lose 2nd big name staff member of the off-season
The Chicago Cubs are facing another shake-up in their staff this offseason. Baserunning coordinator Corey Ray recently departed to take a job as the Washington Nationals next first base coach, and now a second high-profile staff member is leaving.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 5
Chicago Cubs history unpacked, December 5 — Santo, Palmeiro, Floyd.
On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths.
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.
Cade Horton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 5
Cade Horton Keeps Cubs’ Rotation Among MLB’s Best Even Without Free Agent Addition
The Chicago Cubs are one of many teams in baseball this winter looking to improve their starting pitching core. To help ensure that they make it to the MLB Playoffs for a second season in a row for the first time this decade, the team re-signed Shota Imanaga on a one-year qualifying offer.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Last offseason's finalists in Alex Bregman sweepstakes are trying to land him again
Bregman opted for the shortest deal to get back to the market, accepting a three-year guarantee from Boston with outs after the first two years.
Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Cubs star free agent Kyle Tucker visits with top-tier AL contender
The Chicago Cubs made a blockbuster trade to acquire superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker from the Houston Astros last offseason, but he is widely expected to leave the team in free agency after just one season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 5
Cubs Showing Interest in Potential Blockbuster Free Agency Signing
The Chicago Cubs have had a relatively quiet start to the MLB offseason. Of course, the recent reports of interest in Dylan Cease ended with the Cubs losing out on him to the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays.
Nico Zeglin News / ChiCitySports / December 4
Cubs deal 70-grade changeup arm for international bonus pool cash
The Chicago Cubs, like all other 29 teams, are given a specific dollar amount each year to spend on International Free Agents. During the signing period, teams can allocate as much as they want on specific prospects, typically teenagers who they project could develop into good ball players.
Chicago Cubs 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.
Dylan Cease News / ChiCitySports / December 4
Chicago Cubs were in on Dylan Cease before being outbid by the Toronto Blue Jays
The Chicago Cubs are in a position where they need to improve their roster this offseason. There are a lot of intriguing options that could be on the team’s radar, but one player chose to sign with the Toronto Blue Jays over them for a simple reason: money.
Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 4
Insider's Alex Bregman Reveal Could Change The Cubs' Free Agency Plan
During a December 4 episode of 670 The Score's Mully & Haugh Show, Chicago Cubs MLB insider Bruce Levine got clear on the budget that Jed Hoyer and the front office have to work with in free agency this offseason.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 4
MLB Insider Confirms Whether The Cubs Are A Player For Tatsuya Imai
Free agency is well underway, and while there are many starting pitchers who are up for grabs, there are fewer that fit the profile the Chicago Cubs are looking for as they try to bolster their starting rotation.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 4
Cubs, Phillies, Yankees among teams interested in Tatsuya Imai
The Seibu Lions of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball posted ace Tatsuya Imai for major league teams back on Nov. 19. The flamethrowing 27-year-old has until Jan.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 4
Starting pitcher says Cubs can win World Series with current roster
The Chicago Cubs are going to be a team to keep an eye on this offseason. With Kyle Tucker atop the free agent rankings, the Cubs are trying to build their roster ahead of the 2026 season.
Michael Busch News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 4
Cubs walkoff heroes: Michael Busch, May 7, 2024
EDITOR’S NOTE: Once again, this is a repost of the game recap from this exciting walkoff homer that Michael Busch hit against the Padres. Busch, of course, had a breakout season in 2025 and hopefully will be a 30-homer man for the Cubs for several more seasons.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 4
Cubs' Interest In Top Free Agent Starting Pitcher Confirmed By Insider
The Chicago Cubs enter the offseason with the goal more so than anything of adding to their pitching staff, both in the starting rotation and in the bullpen.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 4
Why Blue Jays should be willing to open checkbook for Kyle Tucker
The Toronto Blue Jays could use more championship pedigree after losing in Game 7 of the 2025 Fall Classic, so why not add a player who has won a World Series already?
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