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Cubs 1B/OF Tyler Austin (knee) out for 'months'

Chicago Cubs outfielder/first baseman Tyler Austin will be sidelined for "months" following knee surgery, manager Craig Counsell said Wednesday. Austin, 34, signed a one-year contract for a reported $1.25 million in December after playing the past six seasons in Japan with Yokohama, where he hit .289 with 94 home runs and 268 RBIs.

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Cubs' Austin out for months after knee procedure

Tyler Austin's return to the major leagues has been put on hold for what Chicago Cubs manager Craig Counsell says will be months following a procedure on his right knee.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 25

Cubs Star Alex Bregman Reveals Main Reason He Chose to Sign in Chicago

The Chicago Cubs made one of their most significant signings in franchise history when they locked up Alex Bregman on a five-year deal with the highest AAV they have ever awarded.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25

Historic HBCU baseball classic to occur at Wrigley Field

A huge HBCU baseball classic is set to be played in Chicago in May. The Chicago HBCU Baseball Classic, featuring Alabama A&M and Prairie View A&M, is set to take place at Wrigley Field on Saturday, May 2.

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The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

How many Cy Young winners from both leagues since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

Tyler Austin News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 25

Cubs’ Tyler Austin Out “Months” Following Knee Surgery

First baseman/outfielder Tyler Austin recently underwent a debridement procedure on the patellar tendon in his right knee, which will leave him sidelined for “months,” Cubs skipper Craig Counsell announced to the team’s beat this morning (link via Maddie Lee of the Chicago Sun-Times).

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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.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / February 25

Chicago Cubs: Pete Crow-Armstrong gets top-5 ranking on list of best players under 25

There may not be an offensive star with more potential on the Chicago Cubs roster than center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong. Already a Gold Glove winning outfielder, he has all the offensive tools to become one of the most complete players in the game.

Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / February 25

5 Greatest Chicago Cubs Pitchers of All Time

Picking a team’s best five pitchers of all time is a difficult task under the best of circumstances. When a team has been around as long as the Chicago Cubs, it’s tougher.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 25

Three Cubs Stars Set for Spring Debut vs Rockies as Starting Lineup Announced

The Chicago Cubs continue their two-game spring training homestand on Wednesday when they host the Colorado Rockies. Chicago will host the Rockies at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz.

MLB News / Cubs Insider / February 25

Imanaga’s Increased Velocity Promising Sign for Upcoming Season

One of the biggest question marks on the Cubs’ 2026 roster is Shōta Imanaga, who is entering his third MLB season. After finishing fourth in Rookie of the Year voting after his excellent 2024 campaign, Imanaga had a rough sophomore season.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 25

Chicago Cubs Opening Day Starting Lineup and Pitcher Prediction

It seems like just yesterday that the World Series was coming to a close with the daunting Dodgers taking home another victory. But the new season is merely a month away, and the team that the Chicago Cubs will field could ultimately be the one to take down the reigning world champions.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / ChiCitySports / February 25

Chicago Cubs All-Star’s fiery comments could ignite rivalry with Dodgers

Chicago Cubs All-Star Pete Crow-Armstrong is one of the best young players in baseball and isn’t afraid to speak his mind. In a recent profile with Wayne

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 25

Chicago Cubs history unpacked — February 25

Antitrustworthiness, labor unrest, Billy the Marlin is hatched, how to use a slide rule, and other stories. Happy Birthday to Ron Santo and other Cubs!