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On YouTubeJonathon Long News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 24
Cubs News: Jonathon Long, Jostin Florentino named Minor League Player and Pitcher of the Year 
The Cubs today announced that infielder Jonathon Long was the winner of the Buck O’Neil Cubs Minor League Player of the Year and that right-hander Jostin Florentino was the Vedie Himsl Cubs Minor League Pitcher of the Year.
Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / November 24
Kyle Tucker Makes Announcement on Monday
Kyle Tucker is the top player available in MLB free agency this offseason. The 28-year-old outfielder is expected to receive lucrative offers, with the potential to secure a deal worth over $400 million.
The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 24
Should the Chicago Cubs explore a reunion with this controversial former Cub?
The Chicago Cubs are focused on pitching this winter. They’ve already demonstrated this priority in their first two major moves this offseason– settling up with pitcher Shota Imanaga and signing veteran free agent reliever Phil Maton to a two-year deal.
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 / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 24
A very early look at the 2026 Cubs roster, payroll and luxury tax
This look is so early that we don’t have a salary number to add for Phil Maton, who the Cubs were reported to have signed late last Friday. We’ll do more of these as the offseason continues, and at some point someone will report what Maton will be getting in his two-year deal (with a third-year team option).
Phil Maton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 24
Why Phil Maton May Not Be A Good Signing For The Cubs
The Chicago Cubs are wheeling and dealing this winter right off the bat. But instead of focusing on bats, they are adding arms to a bullpen that contains many free agents, such as Brad Keller.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 24
Cubs urged to pursue non-tendered closer who logged 45 saves from 2023-2024
After signing Phil Maton to a multi-year contract, the Chicago Cubs are still actively exploring options to strengthen their pitching staff. Their bullpen, in particular, remains a key area of need.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 23
Mets-Rangers trade may signal bigger plans for New York's outfield
With Sunday's reported one-for-one trade coming together, which would send Marcus Semien to the New York Mets and Brandon Nimmo to the Texas Rangers, there could be bigger hopes for the Mets' outfield.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 23
Why Cubs Should Consider Marcus Stroman Reunion
Signing Phil Maton was the first piece of the Chicago Cubs solving their current bullpen puzzle. With Brad Keller, Drew Pomeranz, Caleb Thielbar, Ryan Brasier, Aaron Civale, Taylor Rogers, and Michael Soroka all becoming free agents, Jed Hoyer will need to add many more players to the relief corps ahead of the 2026 season.
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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 23
Cubs Have Injured Ex-Dodgers Pitcher On Free Agency Radar
The Chicago Cubs made their first impactful free agency signing of the offseason when they acquired veteran reliever Phil Maton on a two-year deal. This
Colin Rea News / ChiCitySports / November 23
Chicago Cubs are aiming big on pitching this offseason, per insiders
The Chicago Cubs started out the offseason facing the possibility that they might need to bring aboard as many as seven or eight major league roster-ready pitchers before spring training.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / November 23
Craig Counsell–Devin Williams reunion could be perfect fit
A reunion between Craig Counsell and Devin Williams may sound like a storyline built for offseason speculation, but it’s one that makes plenty of sense.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 23
Three potential landing spots for Michael King
He has performed like a top-of-the-rotation starter when healthy, but does not have an extensive history as a major league starter.
Seiya Suzuki News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 22
Why The Chicago Cubs Have A Clear Case To Trade Seiya Suzuki
The Chicago Cubs are almost certain to lose Kyle Tucker in free agency this offseason. Since the Cubs' front office has made it clear that they don't intend
Phil Maton News / ChiCitySports / November 22
Cubs add RHP Phil Maton, a master of missing bats without velocity
The Chicago Cubs have begun reshaping their bullpen after several relievers hit free agency following the 2025 season. Right-hander Phil Maton is the first addition, reportedly signing a multi-year deal that includes an option for a third season.
Chicago Cubs News / Total Apex Sports / November 22
What Phil Maton Can Do For the Cubs Bullpen
The Chicago Cubs are wasting no time addressing their most glaring roster need this offseason. In a move designed to stabilize a relief corps that President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer recently described as a “blank canvas,” the club has agreed to a multi-year contract with veteran right-hander Phil Maton.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 22
What Phil Maton Signing Signals For The Cubs’ Bullpen Plan
The Chicago Cubs had something of a bullpen exodus after the 2025 season ended. Brad Keller, Drew Pomeranz, Caleb Thielbar, Ryan Brasier, Aaron Civale,
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 22
Chicago Cubs: 8 possible fits from the list of MLB non-tendered
The Chicago Cubs pruned their roster from thirty-two to thirty when they chose to non-tender catcher Reese McGuire and pitcher Eli Morgan at the deadline for tendering contracts on Friday.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 22
Cubs Offers To Justin Steele And Javier Assad Bring 2026 Budget Into Focus
The Chicago Cubs didn’t face many decisions at Friday’s tender deadline, but they made the two easy ones, tendering contracts to pitchers Justin Steele and Javier Assad.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22
Cubs land former Cardinals standout in free agency
The Chicago Cubs made an under-the-radar move on Friday to shore up their pitching staff. The Cubs signed former St. Louis Cardinals reliever Phil Maton to a two-year contract, according to reporter Michael Cerami.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / November 22
Cubs part ways with an infamous player
The Chicago Cubs have officially dropped a notorious name. Chicago announced on Friday that they have non-tendered catcher Reese McGuire, making him a free agent.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Cubs select top-10 prospect James Triantos, two others
The Cubs announced that they have selected infielders James Triantos and Pedro Ramírez as well as left-hander Riley Martin.
Shota Imanaga News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Kyle Tucker 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.
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.
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