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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 4
Chicago Cubs news — Counsell, Hoyer, Happ 
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Corbin Martin News / Viral Sports News / October 4
Chicago Cubs Reportedly Cut Ties With Veteran Pitcher
Right-hander Corbin Martin became a free agent Friday after the Chicago Cubs saw their season end in a National League Wild Card Series sweep by the San Diego Padres.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 3
Chicago Cubs: A decade of falling short
Now that the 2026 season is over, the Chicago Cubs have now played 10 seasons since they slayed the goat in 2016. That World Series core was young, and it looked like they would reign supreme for the next 5-10 years.
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 3
3 trades Cubs must make this offseason after early postseason exit
The Chicago Cubs should spend this offseason fixing the pitching problems that made an explosive offense carry too much responsibility. The Cubs won 89 games, led the majors in runs, and reached October behind Pete Crow-Armstrong’s breakout season and Alex Bregman’s arrival.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Jed Hoyer News / ChiCitySports / October 3
Chicago Cubs’ Jed Hoyer admits massive mistake for 2026 season
After being swept by the San Diego Padres, the Chicago Cubs have seen their 2026 season come to a close. The franchise is now beginning to think about changes to their 2027 roster.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 3
Prospects That Should Immediately Be on the Cubs’ 2027 Radar
The Chicago Cubs are in transition. The team that made the playoffs this season likely won't be around much longer. Jed Hoyer said that he expects this Cubs team to look very different at the start of next season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 3
All 12 Chicago Cubs projected 2027 arbitration salaries
The Chicago Cubs enter the offseason with plenty of uncertainty surrounding what their roster will look like in 2027. LHP Shota Imanaga, OF/DH Seiya Suzuki, OF Ian Happ, RHP Kevin Gausman, LHP David Peterson, and OF Michael Conforto are all set to become free agents the day after the World Series.
Jed Hoyer News / ChiCitySports / October 3
Chicago Cubs: Hoyer hints at one free agent he maybe won’t try to re-sign
The Chicago Cubs did make a valiant effort at righting their sinking pitching ship at the trade deadline. Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer went out and acquired Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes, Ryan Zeferjahn, and Braxton Garrett at the deadline.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 3
Chicago Cubs president: 'We’re leaning on our defense too heavily…we can’t catch homers'
The Chicago Cubs have a lot of work to do this offseason. And, obviously, that work will center on pitching. Cubs pitching was inconsistent at best and flat-out horrid at worst.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 3
2026 Cubs final season grades: Pitchers
This is not going to be as fun as the position player article. This, you likely already know. And this is why: I’ve shown you that chart before, but it’s worth repeating here.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 3
Chicago Cubs news — Hoerner, Suzuki, Happ
Today’s Reflections There’s not much to say about Game 2 or the Wild Card Series overall. Nico Hoerner was the only hitter to consistently rise to the challenge of the Padre pitching.
Michael Busch News / Viral Sports News / October 3
Cubs’ Future with Michael Busch Gets Intriguing Update
Chicago Cubs first baseman Michael Busch is projected to receive a $5.4 million salary for the 2027 season through arbitration, a figure that could leave the club with a relative bargain at a position it expects to keep filled.
Jed Hoyer News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 2
Hoyer: Cubs To Prioritize Offseason Around Pitching
The Cubs’ season came to an unceremonious end on Wednesday. Chicago was easily swept out of the Wild Card Series by San Diego. They lost by a combined 12-1 margin over the two contests.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 2
The Toughest Contract Decision Facing the Cubs This Winter
It’s come far earlier than they would have liked, but it’s time for the Chicago Cubs’ front office to start thinking about how this roster needs to change
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2
Cubs are not expected to bring back 1 player next season
The Chicago Cubs are officially out of the playoffs, and that could also mean that one notable player has played in his final game for them. Chicago is not expected to get into a bidding war for their veteran outfielder Seiya Suzuki, Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reported Thursday.
Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Baseball Now / October 1
Pete Crow-Armstrong Bashes His Own Play In Postseason After Being Eliminated
The Chicago Cubs' season ended at the hands of the San Diego Padres in the Wild Card Series. The Cubs did not win a single game in the Wild Card Series, and for the second straight season, Pete Crow-Armstrong disappeared in the postseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / October 2
Why Kevin Gausman, Blue Jays reunion is looking more realistic this offseason
With the Chicago Cubs' early exit from the postseason and Kevin Gausman being a pending free agent this offseason, a reunion with the veteran is looking more realistic for the Toronto Blue Jays.
Chicago Cubs News / Baseball Now / October 1
Cubs Free Agent Has Harsh Assesment Of His Time With Team Despite Solid Numbers
Seiya Suzuki signed a five-year, $85 million deal with the Chicago Cubs before the 2022 season, and now he is set up to hit free agency after showing exactly what he can do in the big leagues.
Chicago Cubs News / TWSN / October 1
Chicago Cubs Face Tough Offseason Decisions After Embarrassing Wild Card Sweep
The Chicago Cubs entered October believing they had the roster, the momentum, and the star power to make a run. Instead, they were embarrassed by the Padres in the Wild Card series, exposed in every phase, and sent home with more questions than answers. The front office now faces one of the most important offseasons in recent franchise history.
Chicago Cubs News / Baseball Now / October 1
Cubs Offense Suffers Historic Collapse In NL Wild Card Round
The Chicago Cubs had the best offense in baseball this year, leading the sport in runs per game, OPS, total bases and more during the regular season. Unfortunately, their potent lineup completely disappeared once the playoffs started.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / October 1
Pete Crow-Armstrong shoulders blame after Cubs' wild-card loss
The Chicago Cubs season has come to an end with two losses to the San Diego Padres in the Wild Card Series at Petco Park.
Chicago Cubs News / TWSN / September 30
Chicago Cubs Look to Bounce Back After an 8–0 Embarrassment
The Chicago Cubs walked into Petco Park for Game 1 with confidence, momentum, and belief that Matthew Boyd’s veteran steadiness would carry them. Instead, they were crushed 8–0 in a game that felt over almost immediately. Boyd surrendered three home runs, including a first‑pitch blast to Fernando Tatis Jr that sent the stadium into a frenzy.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 29
Missed offseason signings a distant memory as Red Sox begin playoff push
The Boston Red Sox were in a dark place just a few short months ago.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Cubs announce Matthew Boyd as Game 1 starter vs. Padres
The Chicago Cubs had one of the worst pitching staffs among playoff teams in the regular season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Cubs vs. Padres: Breaking down the 2026 season series
In a wild-card series that nearly came down to the final game of the season to determine home field advantage, the Chicago Cubs will be traveling out west for a rematch of a 2025 NLWCS matchup against the San Diego Padres.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 28
Report: Blue Jays expected to pursue Seiya Suzuki this offseason
The Toronto Blue Jays' offseason plans will include upgrading their offense.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 27
Cubs' Alex Bregman notches multi-homer game a week after scary injury
Just one week after Bregman experienced a scary injury, he marked a tremendous comeback by hitting two no-doubt home runs against the Boston Red Sox on Sunday.
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