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Cubs Starting Pitcher for Second Spring Training Game Revealed

The Chicago Cubs begin their spring training schedule on Friday afternoon, and it was revealed this week that veteran right-hander Jameson Taillon is going to get the first action on the mound.

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2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Ben Brown

Today we are looking at the talented but enigmatic right-hander. Ben Brown has had several lives as a Chicago Cub. He’s worked as a starter and a reliever, has ridden the Iowa bus often.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 19

The Cubs’ player with most to prove in spring training

The Chicago Cubs have now gone 10 seasons since their historic World Series victory in the 2016 World Series. That seven-game triumph over the Cleveland Indians (now Guardians) represented a catharsis for both the franchise and their long-suffering fans.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 19

Cubs Young Pitching Prospect Already Turning Heads in Spring Ahead of Debut

The Chicago Cubs came into spring training with a much deeper rotation than they did at this time a year ago, following some significant moves this winter to address it.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 19

Fun with Cubs 2026 photo day

One of the rituals for Major League Baseball’s players every spring is to pose for team and media photographers. These shots get used in a variety of ways; you’re probably most used to seeing them on player pages on various websites, or in the pitcher previews I do here at BCB.

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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.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 19

Cubs’ Kevin Alcántara Knows the Power Is There — Now He’s Chasing Something Else

Spring Training is just around the corner for the Chicago Cubs, and everyone is watching the team’s young players. One player to watch this year is outfielder Kevin Alcántara.

Seiya Suzuki News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 19

Chicago Cubs news and notes — PCA, Shaw, Suzuki

Tom Ricketts is making World Series noises, which ring like endorsing a manager before changing faces. There’s a real spring game tomorrow. Kris Bryant is having a hard time with his chronic pain condition.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19

Cubs Hire Dixon Machado As Minor League Manager

The Cubs announced they’ve hired Dixon Machado to manage their Arizona Complex League affiliate. That seemingly brings an end to his playing career after 17 seasons in pro ball.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 18

Cubs announce starting pitchers for first 2 spring training games

The Chicago Cubs are just days away from opening Cactus League play against the Chicago White Sox. Friday’s matchup will serve as their first spring training contest of the year, with the Texas Rangers scheduled for the following day.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 18

Young Chicago Cubs outfielder makes key adjustment in offseason

The Chicago Cubs didn’t give up on their core of prospects last season at the MLB Trade Deadline, opting to hold on to them. In the offseason, they did move outfielder and top prospect Owen Caissie to get some more pitching.

Alex Bregman News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 18

MLB Insiders Poll Reveals Why Alex Bregman Is Such a Key Cubs Signing

Spring Training is upon us, and that means a few different things. While it's an opportunity for players to brush the rust off, it is also a time for new teammates to start building chemistry with one another before Opening Day.

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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

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / February 18

Chicago Cubs MLBPA meeting spells doom for the 2027 season

The Chicago Cubs are one of 30 Major League Baseball teams wondering what will happen to the game after this season, as the CBA (Collective Bargaining Agreement) is up in December.

Jameson Taillon News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 18

Chicago Cubs Announce Starter for Spring Training Opener vs White Sox

Jameson Taillon will be the starting pitcher for the Chicago Cubs when they open their spring training exhibition slate on Friday against the Chicago White Sox.

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Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 18

What is #This, Cubs?

Chicago is finally thawing out after an interminable winter that saw a brutally cold January transition straight to a just as frigid February. While Chicago shows signs of emerging from its long winter slumber pitchers and catchers have already reported to Arizona.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / February 18

Cubs Looking to Begin New Stretch of Annual Contention

Certain truisms in life stretch into the world of sports and beyond, one of which is that success breeds desire, and desire breeds sustainability. Following a 92-win season, the Cubs enter the 2026 campaign fresh off spending the second-highest amount of any team on free agency this past offseason.

Javier Assad News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 18

2026 Chicago Cubs player profiles: Javier Assad

Today we look at the Cubs’ younger right-handed swingman. The Cubs have restocked the bullpen and added a starter. So far, we’ve covered the starting five and the entire batting/fielding group (as it stands).

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / February 18

Cubs Owner Tom Ricketts Makes Team's Ambitions Loud and Clear

The Chicago Cubs are back in playoff form, claiming their first series win since 2017 and showing they still have championship ambitions nearly a decade after their World Series title.

Owen Caissie News / ChiCitySports / February 18

Chicago Cubs: Owen Caissie on being 'blocked' in Chicago and the Marlins’ more competitive mindset

The Chicago Cubs’ first big move of the offseason made big-time headlines and signaled that the team was serious about competing for a championship in 2026.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / February 18

Cubs Announce 2026 Minor League Coaching Staffs

As usual, this one will get the media release treatment… The Chicago Cubs today announced their minor league managers and coaching staffs for the 2026 season.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / February 18

Cubs announce 2026 minor league coaching staffs

Here are the managers and coaching staffs for the Cubs minor league affiliates: Iowa Cubs, Knoxville Smokies, South Bend Cubs, Myrtle Beach Pelicans, the Arizona Complex League Cubs and the team in the Dominican Summer League.

Chicago 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.