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Cubs position player pitchers: Gary Gaetti 
Eight years have passed since the last Cubs position player to pitch, Doug Dascenzo, who pitched in four games for the team covering five innings. There was great hope for the 1999 Cubs entering the season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 15
Chicago Cubs exec says the quiet part out loud, affirming frustrating offseason strategy
The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason surrounded by buzz declaring that they would be uncharacteristically aggressive in pursuing top talent. And it made sense.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / December 15
Cubs Caroling December 20
Join your fellow Cubs fans as we sing our way around Wrigleyville on Saturday, December 20th for our 8th annual Cubs Caroling event! Cubs parodist, podcaster, and Bleacher Bum Band frontman Danny Rockett has written another batch of updated Cubs Christmas song parodies!
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Nico Hoerner News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 15
Why Cubs Star Nico Hoerner Is A Great Fit For Team USA In World Baseball Classic
Nico Hoerner has lived up to his first-round pick status with the Chicago Cubs since he arrived in the Majors in 2019. In his seven years in Chicago, he’s slashed .282/.340/.384 with 36 home runs and 278 RBI.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 15
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — December 15
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.
Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / December 14
Cubs' Dansby Swanson Announces News Away From MLB on Sunday
The Chicago Cubs remain hopeful of making another trip to the MLB playoffs in 2025. The front office is expected to make additions to the roster in order to contend for first place in the NL Central.
Kyle Tucker News / Athlon Sports / December 14
Kyle Tucker Sends Message Amid MLB Free Agency
Kyle Tucker is one of the premier free agents on the market, and his future in MLB remains uncertain. He is expected to command a long-term deal that could approach $400 million, a figure that reflects his status as one of the league’s most complete all-around talents.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Carter Hawkins Admits Why Cubs Aren't 'Attractive' To Players Like Cody Bellinger
The Chicago Cubs haven't made major waves in signing free agents to this point in the MLB offseason. They did sign high-level reliever Phil Maton to a two-year deal, which was a shrewd move for Jed Hoyer and the rest of the front office.
Carter Hawkins News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Cubs GM Carter Hawkins Explains Chicago’s Slow Start To Free Agency
There has been a flurry of free agency activity to this point in the MLB offseason. In this past week alone, two of the best sluggers on the market (Pete
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.
Jaxon Wiggins News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Chicago Cubs: High hopes for Jaxon Wiggins, the last of the homegrown arms
The Chicago Cubs have not exactly lit the offseason baseball world on fire. Despite a lot of bullish talk and plenty of “we’re going after so and so” PR leaked to media, the team’s entire talent haul so far consists of relievers Phil Maton and Hoby Milner, plus a couple of minor league-level depth pieces.
Anthony Rizzo News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Cubs Legend Anthony Rizzo Reveals The Next 'Terrifying' Project He's Taking On
So far, retirement has been good for Anthony Rizzo. He retired as a Chicago Cub and nearly caught a home run ball in the bleachers at Wrigley Field, which was the first time he had ever sat out there.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Chicago Cubs block influential front office member from exploring outside opportunity
The Chicago Cubs and front office member Tyler Zombro have now been together for just over a year, making this winter their second offseason as a partnership.
Jonathon Long News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
Jonathon Long is on a World Baseball Classic roster — but not for the country you might expect
Earlier this week I posted here about the eight Cubs players with MLB experience who will likely take the field for their home countries in the World Baseball
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
‘Wake Up Dead Man,’ the new ‘Knives Out’ film, features part of a Cubs game
“Wake Up Dead Man,” the third film in the “Knives Out” series from director Rian Johnson, came out in theaters briefly in October and is now available for streaming.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13
Cubs have a new vice president of pitching
During this offseason, the Chicago Cubs are looking to strengthen their pitching staff. As it turns out, it is not just on the mound. On Saturday, the Cubs announced they had hired former pitcher Tyler Zombro as their vice president of pitching, per Jeff Passan of ESPN.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 13
Chicago Cubs losing hope fast on the closer front
The Chicago Cubs have already almost crapped out entirely in addressing one of their offseason needs– a reliable, veteran closer. Late Friday, it was reported
Mark Prior News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 13
Cubs historical sleuthing: Mark Prior edition
This is another photo from BCB reader Clark Addison. As you know, Mark Prior suffered two serious injuries that eventually ended his MLB career. The first one was a collision on the basepaths with Marcus Giles of the Braves.
Hoby Milner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Cubs To Sign Hoby Milner
The Cubs and left-hander Hoby Milner are in agreement on a one-year deal. The MVP Sports Group will make $3.75MM plus incentives. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation was first on the deal.
Nico Hoerner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Nico Hoerner Drawing Trade Interest
Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner has come up in trade conversations, according to a report from Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. The
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / December 11
Dodgers may sign Kyle Tucker under one condition
Tucker is the biggest name in free agency right now, and with the Dodgers' need for help at the corner spots of the outfield, he's an obvious fit for Dave Roberts' team.
Nico Hoerner News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Cubs Trade or Extend Nico Hoerner?
In today’s home run-obsessed MLB, it seems like the scrappy player is a thing of the past. Second base used to be a spot for the player who hits for average, doesn’t strikeout, steals bases, and plays good defense.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / December 10
Red Sox face two competitors for Alex Bregman
Retaining Bregman should be a priority for the Red Sox, but they will have some competition.
Mike Soroka News / Yardbarker / December 8
Diamondbacks make early move at Winter Meetings, agree to deal with RHP Michael Soroka
The Arizona Diamondbacks wasted no time getting to work at the open of MLB's Winter Meetings.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / December 4
Report: Cubs eyeing a three-time All-Star bat to replace Kyle Tucker
The Chicago Cubs are already appear to have their contingency plan for Kyle Tucker’s departure. Chicago is showing renewed interest in three-time All-Star infielder Alex Bregman, Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reported on Thursday.
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