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Michael Conforto Makes Cubs Spring Training Debut in Chase for Opening Day Job

Michael Conforto wants to make the Chicago Cubs’ opening day roster. He'll have to do it the hard way after signing a minor league deal earlier this week.

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White Sox 5, Cubs 1: Here we go with Shōta Imanaga and the home runs again

MESA, Arizona — The Cubs’ 5-1 loss to the White Sox on another very hot afternoon was painfully reminiscent of some Shōta Imanaga starts last year. Imanaga threw 47 pitches in 2.2 innings.

Ben Cowles News / Cubs Insider / March 1

Cubs Claim Ben Cowles Off Waivers Yet Again

The Cubs designated infielder Ben Cowles for assignment two weeks ago to clear a space for righty reliever Shelby Miller, after which Cowles was claimed by the Blue Jays.

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Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1

Alex Bregman Reveals How He’s Feeling at ‘First Class’ Cubs Organization

Alex Bregman is settling in just fine in Mesa. The third baseman has spent about a month and a half with the Cubs since signing his five-year, $175 million deal mid-January, and he’s content with where he landed.

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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.

Justin Steele News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1

Justin Steele Clarifies Timeline for Cubs Return After Getting Medical Clearance

Justin Steele shared the good news on social media on Saturday. On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs left-hander faced reporters for the first time since he revealed that he had medical clearance to be a full-go after having elbow surgery last year.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 1

Chicago Cubs predicted to part ways with $85 million slugger after 2026 MLB season

The Chicago Cubs have a plethora of talented outfielders on their roster. Of course, none of them are more exciting than 23-year-old Pete Crow-Armstrong.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / March 1

Chicago Cubs are not shoo-ins to win NL Central, according to analysts

The Chicago Cubs have real reason to believe that they are the favorites to win the NL Central Division. They made a lot of impact moves this offseason and a lot of smaller depth acquisitions that provide ample insurance if/when plans go sideways.

MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1

Cubs Announce Lineup for Renewal of Spring Training Rivalry With White Sox

The Chicago Cubs appear to be turning the corner a bit, going into their second spring training matchup with the Chicago White Sox on Sunday. The Cubs (4-5) lost their first three spring training games, including their first matchup with the White Sox on opening day of the spring training season.

Shota Imanaga News / ChiCitySports / March 1

Chicago Cubs feeling good about recent Shota Imanaga developments

The Chicago Cubs had a roller coaster offseason with pitcher Shota Imanaga following Imanaga’s roller coaster 2025 season. After a stellar 2024 debut that won him some Rookie of the Year consideration, the Japanese star had an uneven and generally disappointing sophomore year.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1

Which Cubs Prospects Are Real Depth vs Marketing Names?

The Chicago Cubs have built an elite major league roster. Led by superstar outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong and others, the Cubs are making a run at a division title and potentially more.

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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.

Craig Counsell News / Chicago Cubs on SI / March 1

Cubs Boss Craig Counsell Jokingly Dodges Question About His Staff Ace

Want to see a Major League manager dodge a question, even with good humor? Ask him at the end of February who his staff ace will be. Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell couldn’t get out of the way of that question fast enough.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / March 1

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Cabrera, Conforto, Steele

It’s chock-full Sunday. You’ll need at least a coffee. The Cubs Spring Training Crew approaches the .500 threshold. Good news about Justin Steele heads up the list — he’s ready to shove.

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Chicago Cubs News / NY Fights / February 28

CM Punk Pushes To Bring WWE To Chicago’s Iconic Wrigley Field

CM Punk wants to bring WWE to Wrigley Field in Chicago. In recent years, WWE has done numerous shows in baseball stadiums, such as last year’s Survivor Series: WarGames at Petco Park in San Diego or the Royal Rumble 2024 event at Tropicana Field in St.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / February 28

Pete Crow-Armstrong discusses possible contract extension with the Chicago Cubs

The Chicago Cubs have one of the most talented rosters in all of Major League Baseball. They have young stars like Pete Crow-Armstrong and Moises Ballesteros, as well as veterans like Alex Bregman and Dansby Swanson.

Justin Steele News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Justin Steele's Injury Update Leaves Cubs With Decision

The Chicago Cubs were spoiled by starting pitcher Justin Steele's production from 2022 to 2024, but they didn't make the playoffs over that span. Ironically, they then made it to Game 5 of the NL Division Series last season despite the southpaw missing almost the entire campaign due to elbow surgery.

Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28

1 question Cubs’ Craig Counsell refused to answer in recent interview

Many managers and players are participating in numerous interviews throughout spring training as the MLB world prepares for the 2026 season. Many questions and answers feel similar for the most part, but Cubs manager Craig Counsell recently refused to answer a specific question.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Total Apex Sports / February 28

Chicago Cubs Star Pete Crow-Armstrong Not Worried About Getting Paid

Pete Crow‑Armstrong didn’t hesitate. When the Cubs’ young center fielder was asked this week about extension talks, he didn’t posture, didn’t hint at frustration, and didn’t try to leverage the moment.

Chicago Cubs News / Total Pro Sports / February 28

Former Chicago Cubs Pitcher Sentenced For Life In Shocking First-Degree Murder

Daniel Serafini spent seven years in the MLB as a left-handed pitcher. The former Chicago Cubs and Minnesota Twins hurler now faces a lifetime behind bars.

Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / February 26

Top 4 Chicago Cubs Spring Training Storylines to Follow

Spring training is well underway, and it will not be long until the first pitch is being thrown on Opening Day at Wrigley Field. The Chicago Cubs are coming off of their first “successful” season since 2017, winning 92 games and a playoff series, before being defeated in the NLDS.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25

Cubs' Tyler Austin out 'months' following knee surgery

First baseman/outfielder Tyler Austin recently underwent a debridement procedure on the patellar tendon in his right knee, which will leave him sidelined for “months."

Pete Crow-Armstrong takes a swipe at Dodgers fans

Cubs will give outfield candidates a good look during WBC

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