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Jed Hoyer's Comments About Matt Shaw's Cubs Struggles Speaks Volumes

The Chicago Cubs' front office has made it extremely clear that they intend to bolster the roster this offseason heading into the 2025 campaign. They've

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Chicago Cubs urged to reconsider possible interest in Dylan Cease

The Chicago Cubs need pitching. That’s just an irrefutable truth as the team heads into the 2026 season. At the recent GM meetings in Las Vegas, Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer flat-out said that Chicago’s primary focus this winter will be pitching.

MLB News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 16

Wrigley Field historical sleuthing: 1947 edition

For this one, we go back almost 80 years. First, a note about where I found this photo — on the Encyclopedia of Chicago website. Where they said it was from 1950.

Nico Hoerner News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 16

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Swanson, Hoerner, PCA

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Oh, baby! Dansby and Mallory Swanson have had their first child. Not much else happening on this fine Slothday Sunday.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / November 15

Why Kyle Tucker would be a great fit with the Blue Jays

MLB free agency has been open for over a week, and all of the attention remains on the No. 1 available player, Kyle Tucker.

Why J.T. Realmuto isn’t in the Blue Jays’ offseason plans this time around

Devin Williams a strong bullpen target for Blue Jays

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes massive 2026 decision

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 15

Cubs Expected To Revisit Trade For Marlins Star They Nearly Landed Once

The Chicago Cubs' front office is poised to be a major player this offseason. When speaking with the media at the general meetings in Las Vegas earlier this week, their president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said, “We’re going to have an active offseason.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 15

Chicago Cubs: Updates on the Cubs’ 5 most vital free agents

The Chicago Cubs, as expected, will experience some significant turnover ahead of the 2026 season. In terms of position players, there’s the hole Kyle Tucker will leave in right field if/when he leaves the team via free agency.

Dansby Swanson News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 15

Cubs Star Dansby Swanson Makes Major Personal Announcement

Chicago Cubs franchise shortstop Dansby Swanson might not even be the best athlete in his family. This is because his wife is Mallory Swanson (maiden name Mallory Pugh), is one of the best female soccer players in the world and a member of Team USA's women's national soccer team (USWNT).

Michael King News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 15

Cubs rumors: Chicago has Padres ace Michael King ‘on radar’

The Chicago Cubs remain focused on pitching upgrades in the 2025 offseason, and a name generating buzz is former San Diego Padres starter Michael King.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 15

Chicago Cubs news and notes — Tucker, PCA, Cease, Imai, Boras

We cover the coverage like PCA covers center field. Boras, no Natasha, alas. Izvini, Fearless Leader. The GM Meetings are over and I’m not sure what that had to do with anything yet.

Kyle Tucker News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14

Report: Cubs expect one outcome with Kyle Tucker’s free agency

The Chicago Cubs are apparently preparing for the worst-case scenario with Kyle Tucker. Chicago “seems resigned” to their free agent outfielder Tucker going elsewhere, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported on Friday.

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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.

Edwin Diaz News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 14

Cubs' Edwin Diaz Free Agency Pursuit Gets Bleak Update

The Chicago Cubs' front office has made it clear that their offseason priority is adding quality pitching, both in the starting rotation and in the bullpen.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / November 14

Chicago Cubs: Rumors are not true, Cubs will not be big spenders this winter, per insider sources

The Chicago Cubs were eliminated in Game Five of the NLDS by the Milwaukee Brewers, but finished the season with a very clear idea of what they needed to improve their postseason chances the following year.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 14

Cubs walkoff heroes: Orlando Merced, Sept. 12, 1998

You probably don’t even remember Orlando Merced as a Cub. He played in just 12 games, all as a pinch-hitter, finishing two of them in the field. He went 3-for-10 with a walk and a sacrifice fly.

Michael King News / ChiCitySports / November 14

Chicago Cubs seriously eyeing Padres free agent starter Michael King, per insiders

The Chicago Cubs, by most accounts, will be players in the free agent market when it comes to starting pitching this offseason. The question, however, is to what degree they’ll be players.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / November 14

Cubs Eyeing Free Agent Starter With 'Big Upside'

In a November 13 article from The Athletic, Chicago Cubs general manager Carter Hawkins was quoted as saying, “If you look at our current lineup, our current depth chart, where are we most likely to be able to improve?

Kyle Hendricks News / Athlon Sports / November 14

MLB Pays Tribute to Former Cubs Playoff Hero Kyle Hendricks Following Retirement

Major League Baseball honored longtime Chicago Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks with a social media post on Friday as the veteran righty moves into retirement.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / November 14

Cubs News: Moisés Ballesteros tops Baseball America’s Top 10 Cubs prospects

No one has been doing prospect rankings longer than Baseball America, and today the venerated publication revealed their top 10 Cubs prospects for the 2026 season.

Michael King News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 14

Cubs among teams interested in Michael King

The Cubs are in the market for notable rotation upgrades this offseason, and right-hander Michael King is among the names on their radar.

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Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / November 14

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong makes massive 2026 decision

The Chicago Cubs and rising star outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong are entering an offseason where they reportedly are reopening contract extension discussions.

Kyle Tucker News / Just Baseball / November 14

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Kyle Tucker

For the first time in his career, Kyle Tucker controls his baseball future. A former franchise cornerstone in Houston, he was surprisingly shipped to Chicago last winter in a blockbuster move that became the central storyline of the Cubs’ offseason.

Brad Keller News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 13

Brad Keller is drawing interest as a starting pitcher

Teams have shown interest in free agent right-hander Brad Keller as both a starter and reliever, reports Joel Sherman of The New York Post. It’s not clear which teams are involved, though Sherman writes that the New York Yankees have not emerged as a serious suitor to this point.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / November 13

Cubs make signing early in offseason

After making the playoffs for the first time since 2020 in 2025, the Chicago Cubs aren’t trying to give up their spot in the postseason. But before the hot stove truly heats up, the Cubs made a move that will likely fall under the radar.

Kyle Hendricks News / Total Apex Sports / November 12

Chicago Cubs World Series Champion Announces Retirement

Kyle Hendricks announced his retirement from Major League Baseball this afternoon, according to Maddie Lee. The veteran right-hander had spent 11 seasons with the Chicago Cubs before spending one year in Los Angeles with the Angels.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Cubs expected to prioritize pitching additions in offseason

The Cubs are headed into this offseason prioritizing pitching additions, as president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer told reporters on Tuesday.

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2026

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Cade Horton News / Just Baseball / November 11

Cade Horton Voted NL Rookie of the Year Runner-Up After Strong Debut Season

There was very little, if any, surprise a week ago when Cade Horton was named a National League Jackie Robinson Rookie of the Year finalist. The rookie right-hander was phenomenal in 2025 as he became a key contributor in the Chicago Cubs‘ rotation.

Shota Imanaga News / Yardbarker / November 5