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Spring Training Should Have Cubs Considering Reunion With 17-Year Veteran

With the beginning of spring training comes a litany of injuries to many teams. The Chicago Cubs are no strangers to that already. First baseman and outfielder Tyler Austin, who was set to be a bench piece for Chicago, will now be out for months after undergoing a surgical procedure on his knee.

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Chicago Cubs history unpacked — February 27

Rules in the news, notable passings, and other stories. 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.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 26

This is the Chicago Cubs best power-hitting prospect

The Chicago Cubs have some of the top power hitters in baseball throughout their roster, but it is more than what the organization as a whole believes in.

Matt Boyd News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 26

Angels 5, Cubs 4: Matthew Boyd is perfect

The Cubs lost to the Angels 5-4 in Tempe Thursday, but the big story of this one was Cubs left-hander Matthew Boyd. Boyd had allowed five hits in less than two innings in his first spring start earlier this week.

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How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / February 26

Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong gets high ranking on ESPN top-10 CF list

The Chicago Cubs are looking to improve upon their 92-70 record from 2025. As 2026 Spring Training continues, they come closer and closer, every day, to figuring out who will be on their Opening Day roster.

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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.

Cade Horton News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26

Cubs Insider Reveals What Cade Horton Is Focusing on This Season

Fresh off his rookie season, this year has the potential to be big for Cade Horton. The pitcher has healed from his late-season right rib fracture, which kept him off the postseason roster, and is looking toward this summer with goals.

Miguel Amaya News / ChiCitySports / February 26

Chicago Cubs: Amaya taking emergency reps at first base following key injuries

The Chicago Cubs made what they felt was an ideal low-risk acquisition this past offseason when they acquired free agent first baseman Tyler Austin, who could spell starter Michael Busch in games against tough left-handed pitching.

Michael Busch News / ChiCitySports / February 26

Chicago Cubs: Michael Busch receives top-10 ranking among MLB first basemen

There has been a great deal of buzz surrounding the Chicago Cubs this spring. As Spring Training is well underway, fans and baseball analysts everywhere are keeping a close on Chicago’s young stars.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26

Cubs facing 1 huge question before Opening Day

The Chicago Cubs landed Alex Bregman in free agency, making up for the loss of Kyle Tucker, and seemingly replacing one of their hitters in the lineup.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26

Michael Busch Defends Former Cubs Teammate Kyle Tucker

There may be a chorus of concerns raised about one right fielder’s passion for the game of baseball and whether he was worth his contract value, but notable voices are coming out to defend him.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 26

Chicago Cubs: Cade Horton, Jaxon Wiggins, and their unique baseball relationship

The Chicago Cubs are working their way towards Opening Day, 2026 in the unique position of not needing any starting rotation aid (other than continued good health).

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Matt Boyd News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26

Cubs Set Lineup as Matthew Boyd Starts in Angels Spring Training Contest

The Chicago Cubs will wrap up the first week of spring training exhibition games on Thursday with a trip to face the Los Angeles Angels in Tempe, Ariz.

Luke Little News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 26

2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Luke Little

Today we look at the Cubs’ left-handed flamethrower. Luke Little, all 6’8”, 220 pounds of him, just needs to throw strikes. In three seasons as a part-time Chicago Cub, he’s thrown 35.1 innings.

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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 / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 26

Cubs Star Pete Crow-Armstrong Confirms Status of Contract Extension Talks

The Chicago Cubs have been rumored to be in talks throughout the offseason with young star center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong about a contract extension.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 26

'He Loses Too' – Pete Crow-Armstrong Takes A Shot At Shohei Ohtani After Calling Out Dodgers Fans

Pete Crow-Armstrong didn’t only poke the bear. He grabbed a mic and called out the whole section behind it. The Chicago Cubs outfielder stirred the pot by questioning the passion of Los Angeles Dodgers fans, drawing a sharp line between Wrigley loyalty and what he sees in Chavez Ravine.

MLB News / ChiCitySports / February 26

Chicago Cubs All-Star gives valuable insight on White Sox slugger

The Chicago Cubs and the Chicago White Sox have the most Japanese talent outside of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Cubs have left-hander Shota Imanaga and right-fielder/designated hitter Seiya Suzuki on their roster, while the White Sox recently signed Japanese slugger Munetaka Murakami (two years, $34 million).

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 26

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Austin, Brown, PCA, Taillon

Sources say that Michael Conforto has agreed to a minor-league deal. Terms were unavailable at press time. Tyler Austin isn’t going to be available for a while, and per Maddie Lee, Jonathan Long is also nursing an injury.

Craig Counsell News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25

Cubs’ Craig Counsell reveals months-long injury for recent signing who had ‘inside track’ to key role

The Chicago Cubs opened spring training with a significant roster development, as manager Craig Counsell confirmed that recent offseason acquisition and first baseman Tyler Austin will miss months following right knee surgery.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong reveals why being teammates with Alex Bregman is ‘freaky’

Pete Crow-Armstrong offered a candid snapshot of what Alex Bregman is already bringing to the Chicago Cubs, calling the veteran’s baseball mind “freaky” in a new spring training clip—an important window into where the Cubs organization wants its young center fielder to grow in 2026.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong Shares Contract Update Before Fourth Season

The Chicago Cubs are looking to make a deep playoff run this year after being eliminated in the NLDS by the Milwaukee Brewers last season. If they do, center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong will likely be a big reason as to why.

Craig Counsell News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Craig Counsell Announces Troubling News Amid Spring Training

The Chicago Cubs appear to be the team to beat in the National League Central with Opening Day only weeks away. Although the Milwaukee Brewers won the division last year, Chicago’s eventful offseason has reshaped the outlook of the race, even with outfielder Kyle Tucker departing in free agency.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 25

Cubs Star Alex Bregman Reveals Main Reason He Chose to Sign in Chicago

The Chicago Cubs made one of their most significant signings in franchise history when they locked up Alex Bregman on a five-year deal with the highest AAV they have ever awarded.

Tyler Austin 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

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Michael Conforto News / Larry Brown Sports / February 23

Cubs sign 179-home run outfielder

The Chicago Cubs are taking a chance on veteran outfielder Michael Conforto. Jon Heyman of the MLB Network broke the news of Conforto’s next chapter in his career in the big leagues on Monday.