Chicago Cubs: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ernie Banks News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 10

Cubs historical sleuthing: Ernie Banks edition

I am posting this one not because I know the date, because I don’t. It’s impossible to figure out the date this photo was taken because there aren’t enough clues.

Edward Cabrera News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 10

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Cabrera, Cabrera, Cabrera, Caissie, Spring Training

I think this headline already won 2026. Talk about clickbait! Useful information, to be sure, but wtf, NBC/Peacock? Edward Cabrera is still relevant — most of Friday’s news was about the trade, and we have reactions from plenty of ‘insiders,’ plus whatever else we could find.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 10

Will the Cubs truly enter 2026 with unexpected players DH and OF?

The Chicago Cubs recently shook up the baseball world by acquiring starting pitcher Edward Cabrera via trade. This move helped add depth to a pitching staff that got hit hard with injuries a season ago.

Jason Giambi News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB franchise' quiz

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 10

2025 MLB Farm Review: Minnesota Twins

The 2025 season was one of change for the Minnesota Twins, one that saw a lot of veterans get shipped out midseason. Those moves helped fortify the Twins’ farm system, one that saw positive years from Walker Jenkins, Kaelen Culpepper, and Dasan Hill, among others.

NFL News / Yardbarker

The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 9

Latest Alex Bregman Updates Have Cubs Among Top Suitors

The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason with fans hoping to see some major splashes after their first taste of playoff success in close to a decade. With the way things have gone thus far, most are fairly happy, especially after a blockbuster deal this week for Edward Cabrera to fortify the starting rotation.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / January 9

Cubs Still Actively Involved with Bregman, Bichette After Cabrera Trade Left Room in Budget

The Cubs trading for Edward Cabrera was the big news on Wednesday. Several teams have tried to trade for the right-hander over the last year, but the Marlins have maintained an unreasonable asking price.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 9

Who The Cubs Should Target Between Bellinger And Bregman

The Chicago Cubs finally secured an additional arm for their starting rotation, and after adding players to their bullpen, Jed Hoyer is shifting his focus to acquiring a bat.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 9

NBC/Peacock will feature the Cubs three times on Sunday Night Baseball

MLB’s new media landscape has brought NBC back to baseball broadcasting in 2026, and part of that is taking over the Sunday Night Baseball franchise that’s been carried by ESPN for the last 35 years.

Edward Cabrera News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 9

Cubs Drop In Midwinter Power Rankings Despite Cabrera Trade

The Chicago Cubs didn't have the end to their season they wanted. They were sent home in the NLDS against their division rivals after clawing their way back from a 2-0 deficit.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 9

Chicago Cubs’ likely free agent finale may drive fans crazy

The Chicago Cubs went out and pulled the trigger on the long-rumored trade with the Miami Marlins for 27-year-old starter Edward Cabrera. Kudos to them for that.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / ChiCitySports / January 9

Cubs commit $13 million to trio of arbitration eligible pitchers

The Chicago Cubs recently committed $13 million across three different pitchers, all of whom were arbitration eligible. Those three players, Justin Steele, Edward Cabrera, and Javier Assad were the only arbitration eligible players remaining, after Eli Morgan and Reese McGuire were non-tendered earlier this off-season.

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The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Last QB to win a playoff game by team' quiz

The '2025 leading receiver by team' quiz

The 'NFL passing TD leaders by year' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 9

Cubs Insider Reveals Team's Preference In Star Outfielder Pursuit

All along, there has been hope that the Chicago Cubs could find a way to reunite with their star free-agent outfielder. There could be — but it’s not the one everyone is thinking of.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / January 9

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — January 9

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.

Edward Cabrera News / ChiCitySports / January 9

Cubs hit with ominous Edward Cabrera news after trade

The Chicago Cubs took a big swing on the trade market earlier this week, pulling off a blockbuster trade with the Miami Marlins for 27-year-old starting pitcher Edward Cabrera.

Jameson Taillon News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 8

Jameson Taillon Joins Growing List Of Cubs Set For World Baseball Classic

Some familiar faces from the Chicago Cubs organization have already committed to playing for their home countries at the World Baseball Classic, which will kick off less than two weeks before opening day in 2026.

Edward Cabrera News / Chicago Cubs on SI / January 8

Grading The Cubs' Trade For Edward Cabrera

The Chicago Cubs have been adamant about what they wanted to do this offseason, and that was to add another arm to their starting rotation. However, it was the first week of January, and a new face hadn't been added yet.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / January 8

Chicago Cubs’ latest payroll update will aggravate fans even more

The Chicago Cubs swung a trade to land pitcher Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins in a move that should absolutely make them a better team next season.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 10

Kyle Tucker saga is down to three potential destinations

Tucker is coming off a down year by his standards because of injuries.

Blue Jays reportedly targeting top free agent Tucker amid Bo Bichette saga

Yankees have a controversial candidate to replace Cody Bellinger

Yankees pivot to Bichette as Bellinger signing looks less likely

Red Sox face just one competitor for top free agent Alex Bregman

Rockies make smart decision by signing veteran Michael Lorenzen

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8

Marlins’ Owen Caissie draws Kyle Tucker comparison after Cubs trade

The Miami Marlins traded Edward Cabrera to the Chicago Cubs and received a good package that includes three prospects. New Marlins prospect Owen Caissie stood out among the three.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / January 8

Cubs' Dansby Swanson makes announcement on Wednesday

The Chicago Cubs returned to the MLB playoffs last year for the first time since 2020, and a big reason why was the steady presence of shortstop Dansby Swanson.

Cubs swing blockbuster deal with Marlins to acquire Edward Cabrera

What it would likely take for Blue Jays to re-sign Bo Bichette

Potential Mets-Royals trade of breakout starter Kris Bubic would be win-win

Kyle Schwarber brutally rejected one team in free agency

Yankees have Cody Bellinger problem

White Sox southpaw dispels rumors of Munetaka Murakami's strikeouts

Former Mariners ace Felix Hernandez gets huge boost to Hall of Fame chances