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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 17
Happ, Suzuki: No Recent Extension Talks With Cubs
It’s common for baseball teams to spend the winter focusing on new acquisitions and then pivot to extensions during spring training. Nothing seems urgent with a couple of Cubs, as outfielders Ian Happ and Seiya Suzuki both tell Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times that they have not yet heard from the club on the extension front.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 17
Jacob Webb Could Be the Cubs’ Biggest Bullpen Surprise This Season
The Chicago Cubs enter the season with a roster that has been completely overhauled from last season, following an active offseason that includes the addition
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 17
Cubs’ Craig Counsell Details How Hunter Harvey Can Anchor Late-Inning Bullpen
The Chicago Cubs’ offseason has been full of activity, with manager Craig Counsell and the front office zeroing in on pitching upgrades through trades and free agency.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
James Triantos News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 17
2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: James Triantos 
Today we look at the Cubs young second baseman, who is in the utility infielder derby this spring. 23-year-old James Douglas Triantos has dealt with high
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.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Will Cubs be able to add payroll at trade deadline?
The Chicago Cubs have stayed active throughout the offseason in their pursuit of a deep playoff run. But as the season goes on, especially near the trade deadline, the Cubs may be forced to add more to their roster.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 17
Matt Shaw: ‘Playing outfield has been fun’
With the addition of Alex Bregman this offseason, it solidified him as the team’s starting third baseman. It also gave Chicago one of the best infields in all of baseball with him, Dansby Swanson, Nico Hoerner and Michael Busch.
Cade Horton News / Cubs Insider / February 17
Cubs Release 2026 Promo Calendar Featuring Several Bobbleheads, Cade Horton Graphic Tee, Replica Jerseys
The Cubs released their 2026 promotional schedule on Tuesday, featuring a variety of fun giveaways for fans to enjoy throughout the year. Here is the Cubs’ media release regarding these giveaways: The wait is over, Chicago Cubs fans!
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Cubs’ Tom Ricketts says quiet part out loud about World Series expectations
With the Chicago Cubs in the midst of spring training to prepare for the 2026 season, there is no doubt high expectations for the ball club after what was a successful year in 2025.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 17
Top Cubs Prospect Faces Spring Training Setback Amid Visa Delay
The Chicago Cubs are set to rely on a decent amount of their impressive young talent to start this season as they begin spring, but there is one name in particular who is in line to occupy a major role.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 17
The Chicago Cubs’ risky plan for right field laid out by MLB insider
The Chicago Cubs made a good problem for themselves when they signed free agent third baseman Alex Bregman to a 5-year, $175 million contract this offseason.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 17
MLB Insider Drops Surprising News About the Cubs’ Right Field Plans
The Chicago Cubs' Opening Day starting outfield seemed set in stone all offseason long. Seiya Suzuki, Pete Crow-Armstrong and Ian Happ would lead one of the best outfields in all of baseball, playing the majority of their games in the outfield.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 17
The Cubs’ 2026 promotional schedule features two key anniversaries
The year 2026 has two significant anniversaries for the Cubs: The 10th anniversary of the 2016 World Series championship, and The 150th anniversary of
MLB News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 17
Cubs Lose Out on Reunion as Veteran Outfielder Signs with Mets
The Chicago Cubs missed out on a possible reunion Monday, as former Cubs and White Sox outfielder Mike Tauchman agreed to a minor league contract with the New York Mets, as first reported by Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic.
Owen Miller News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 17
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Counsell, Davis, Miller, Ricketts
“If you look at baseball right now, there’s a lot of really nice tailwinds. Attendance is up, ratings are up. There’s a lot of things going in the right direction.
MLB News / ChiCitySports / February 17
Cubs add longtime Reds catcher on MiLB deal amid starters visa issues
Chicago Cubs players have reported to camp to begin spring training, well almost all of them. Both Moisés Ballesteros and Christian Bethancourt have been delayed due to visa issues, with their expected arrival not being until the end of the month.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 17
Cubs Manager Craig Counsell Explains Seiya Suzuki's Role This Season
Seiya Suzuki is entering the final season of his 5-year, $85 million deal with the Cubs. Though the Cubs and Suzuki have yet to work out a contract extension,
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
The wild move Seiya Suzuki wants to see Pete Crow-Armstrong do in WBC
The 2026 World Baseball Classic is scheduled from March 5 to the 17. Among those participating will be three members of the Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, and Alex Bregman.
Jefferson Rojas News / ChiCitySports / February 17
This Chicago Cubs player cracks Fangraphs Top 100 Prospect list
The Chicago Cubs have been one of the top teams in terms of developing their farm system and having players be productive in the majors. They have some elite talent currently in the minor leagues, but there is still some seasoning needed before they get called up.
Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 16
Fangraphs' Alex Bregman Projection Would be a Tough Pill for Cubs Fans to Swallow
The Chicago Cubs' signing of third baseman Alex Bregman has brought hope to a franchise that hasn't done much in the playoffs since their World Series win in 2016.
Ben Cowles News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 15
Cubs Designate Ben Cowles For Assignment
The Cubs officially announced their signing of right-hander Shelby Miller today, and in a corresponding move designated infielder Ben Cowles for assignment.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 15
Red Sox exec angers fans with comment about Alex Bregman
The Red Sox lost one of their best players this offseason when they failed to re-sign Bregman in free agency.
Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / February 13
Top Chicago Cubs Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026
During the Chicago Cubs’ transition from their 2016 championship core to their current roster, they have relied heavily on young talent. Players like Cade Horton, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Michael Busch and Matt Shaw were all prospects just two years ago.
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