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Patrick Wisdom News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 30
Cubs position player pitchers: Patrick Wisdom 
Patrick Wisdom had an interesting four years (plus two at-bats in the 2020 pandemic season) as a Cub. He hit 28 home runs in just 106 games and 338 at-bats in 2021, setting a franchise rookie record.
Dansby Swanson News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 30
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Dansby Swanson
Sixth in the series. Today we look at the Cubs’ veteran shortstop. Dansby Swanson will turn 32 on February 11. His skills have yet to diminish appreciably but it’s a matter of time until they do.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 30
Ranking Cubs Most Significant Offseason Acquisitions Ahead of 2026 MLB Season
The Chicago Cubs went into the offseason looking to make some big moves after their first taste of playoff success last October in a long time, and that is exactly what they have done.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Tom Cosgrove News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29
Astros, Tom Cosgrove Agree To Minor League Deal
The Astros are in agreement with lefty reliever Tom Cosgrove on a minor league contract, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. The CAA client gets a non-roster invite to MLB camp and would be paid at a $900K rate if he makes the team.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29
Royals Sign Eli Morgan To Minor League Deal
The Royals announced they’ve signed reliever Eli Morgan to a minor league deal. The CAA client receives a non-roster invite to big league Spring Training.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 29
Cubs Legend to Reportedly Become Lead MLB Analyst for NBC Sports
Cubs fans tuning into MLB games on NBC Sports can expect to see a familiar face in the booth this season. He may have retired in September, but he’s not leaving the baseball world just yet.
Matt Shaw News / ChiCitySports / January 29
Chicago Cubs urged to trade Matt Shaw for Tigers’ 2X All-Star pitching ace
With the addition of Alex Bregman at third base, the Chicago Cubs have some wiggle room to add an extra pitcher this offseason. The Cubs aren’t sure where Matt Shaw will end up this season.
Matt Mervis News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 29
Cubs position player pitchers: Matt Mervis
Remember when everyone was excited about Matt “Mash” Mervis making the major leagues? In 2022, he had batted .309/.379/.605 with 36 home runs at three levels of the Cubs system, and got off to a good start at Triple-A Iowa in 2023.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 29
Chicago Cubs’ last move: Outfielder or pitcher?
The Chicago Cubs were very fortunate last year when it came to their position players. With the exception of right fielder Kyle Tucker, who sputtered and fell apart over the second half of the season, the team’s position players remained healthy and present for the entire year.
Ryan Pressly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 29
Former MLB All-Star Ryan Pressly gets 100% real on retirement decision
The 2025 MLB season was seemingly the last for longtime relief pitcher Ryan Pressly. He announced his retirement in mid-January after playing 13 years in the league.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 29
Cubs Brass Reveal Why Team Is Still Pursuing Free Agent Pitching
The Chicago Cubs went into the offseason knowing they clearly needed to create more depth in all areas of the team, but the pitching staff especially.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 29
Here are all the Cubs who have committed to play in the World Baseball Classic
Spring Training is just around the corner and so is the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which will begin March 4 in Tokyo and March 6 in San Juan, Miami and Houston.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 29
Chicago Cubs: Evaluating the closer situation for 2026
One of the biggest questions for the Cubs heading into Spring Training is who will claim the closer role to start the regular season. The Cubs have made a number of bullpen moves this offseason, though they did not shell out for a bona fide closer. Depth charts currently have Daniel Palencia, who recorded 22 saves last season.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 29
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Carlson, Gallen, Happ
There are a few more signing rumors out there, but we’ll wait for confirmation. The Dylan Carlson deal is done. More pitching and infield help (Gabe Klobosits, Karson Simas) may be on the way.
Moises Ballesteros News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 29
Why Cubs Could See Payoff From Preserving Moises Ballesteros’ Rookie Status
The Chicago Cubs haven’t had a National League Rookie of the Year since 2015 when Kris Bryant won the award. Back then, there was no reward for Bryant’s award, aside from being one of the top young players in baseball.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 29
Cubs agree to contract with ex-Mariners reliever
The Chicago Cubs have added another experienced arm to their growing bullpen competition, agreeing to a minor-league contract with right-handed reliever Trent Thornton that includes a non-roster invitation to major league spring training.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 29
2 Cubs that could factor into Prospect Promotion Incentive in 2026
Under Craig Counsell, the Chicago Cubs have embraced a strategy centered on stockpiling depth and seeing which players emerge. That approach paid off last season, especially in the pitching department, with Drew Pomeranz and Brad Keller breaking out and carving out significant roles.
Reese McGuire News / ESPN / January 28
Brewers sign C McGuire to minor league deal
Veteran catcher Reese McGuire has signed a minor league contract with the Brewers that includes an invitation to major league camp.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 28
Who the Chicago Cubs might extend and who they definitely will not
The Chicago Cubs, in a lot of ways, are facing somewhat of a “win now” situation in 2026. Looking up and down the roster, one realizes just how much of the team’s core talent could be leaving after the coming season.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 28
Cubs Sign Charlie Barnes To Minor League Deal
The Cubs and left-hander Charlie Barnes have agreed to a minor league deal, according to the transactions tracker on Barnes’s MLB.com profile page. Tread Athletics reported the deal earlier this month.
MLB News / Just Baseball / January 27
Zac Gallen would complete the Cubs’ rotation
There were a number of questions that Chicago Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer and general manager Carter Hawkins needed to answer this offseason.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 27
Cubs’ Justin Steele rips top 100 list for leaving teammate Nico Hoerner off
With most of the big free agents having already found their new homes for the 2026 season (and beyond), the MLB offseason is grinding to a halt. Teams
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / January 16
Los Angeles Dodgers stun baseball universe with Kyle Tucker signing
The Los Angeles Dodgers added yet another star on Thursday night. ESPN's Jeff Passan reported that the Dodgers agreed to terms with outfielder Kyle Tucker.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / January 15
Alex Bregman places pressure to win another championship on his back
After just one season in Boston, Alex Bregman is embarking on a new chapter in his career and is putting the pressure to win a championship on his back, literally.
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