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Cubs Re-Sign Gabe Klobosits To Minor League Deal

The Cubs have signed right-hander Gabe Klobosits to a new minor league contract, 7 News’ Ari Alexander reports. Klobosits is back for his second year in the organization, after his minors deal last offseason resulted in a 3.51 ERA, 26.9% strikeout rate, and 13.8% walk rate over 33 1/3 innings with the Cubs’ Triple-A affiliate in Iowa.

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Chicago Cubs Part Ways With Top Pitcher in Tough Blow

Matthew Boyd is officially a free agent after declining his end of a $15 million mutual option with the Chicago Cubs. The left-hander will instead take a $2 million buyout and enter the open market, where he can begin speaking with other clubs early next week while still having a short window to discuss a return to Chicago.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 31

Cubs Can Now Officially Join Race for One of Japan’s Top Pitchers

The Cubs have had their fair share of Japanese free agents over the years. Kosuke Fukudome, Kyuji Fujikawa, Yu Darvish, Seyia Suzuki, and Shota Imanaga make up a strong list.

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 31

Could the Chicago Cubs bring in free agent Cubs killer on budget deal?

The Chicago Cubs declared that their focus will be on pitching this offseason—and, of course it has to be. The team will be seeing its entire end-of-season starting rotation—Matthew Boyd, Shota Imanaga, Kevin Gausman, Clay Holmes, and David Peterson—heading off into free agency.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 31

Chicago Cubs make first significant move of offseason—and it’s an unexpected one

The Chicago Cubs may have made their first significant move of the offseason, but it’s one that absolutely nobody saw coming. According to reports out of Taiwan, the Cubs have offered a contract to Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) closer Jyun Yue Tseng of the Fubon Guardians.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / October 31

Cubs Reportedly Interested in Jyun-Yue Tseng, Taiwan’s Top Reliever

This didn’t seem like much of a story at first, but it’s grown in my estimation now that the Cubs may be involved. Taiwanese reliever Jyun-Yue Tseng filed for free agency a few days ago, and the Merit Times reported that an NL Central team had approached the righty about a deal.

Carson Kelly News / Chicago Cubs on SI / October 31

What Should the Cubs Do At Catcher with Carson Kelly Likely Gone?

Several tough decisions remain for the Chicago Cubs. President of Baseball Operations Jed Hoyer told the media and fans at his season-ending press conference that he expects the team to look a lot different in 2027.

Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / October 31

Chicago Cubs news — Palencia, Holmes, Boyd, Hoyer, Mallee

Oh, there’s no news today about Daniel Palencia. But he IS a relief pitcher. And so am I, in a sense. Today, I’m filling in on Cub Tracks for Jeff Brown, who’s away on vacation.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / October 31

Chicago Cubs Reportedly Pursuing Closer to Begin MLB Offseason

The Chicago Cubs have approached Taiwanese closer Jyun-Yue Tseng with interest in a minor league contract that includes an invitation to spring training, according to reports out of Taiwan.

MLB News / EssentiallySports / October 31

'Just Talk': Cubs’ Biggest Problem Exposed as Brewers Comparison Sparks Blunt Criticism

Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Jacob Misiorowski piled up 252 strikeouts in 174.2 innings, while Chicago Cubs righty Edward Cabrera battled injuries and inconsistency.

Clay Holmes News / Viral Sports News / October 30

Chicago Cubs Land Intriguing New Clay Holmes Update

The Chicago Cubs enter free agency with multiple holes in their starting rotation and a clear opportunity to re-sign Clay Holmes at a price that appears lower than many expected.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Carson Kelly News / ChiCitySports / October 30

Chicago Cubs: Veteran catcher signals farewell

Veteran catcher Carson Kelly, who spent the last two seasons with the Chicago Cubs, posted an emotional message to the team, city, and fans on Instagram Friday.

Tarik Skubal News / TWSN / October 30

Tarik Skubal Would Be the Chicago Cubs’ Missing World Series Piece

The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason with one goal: find a way to take the next step from playoff team to legitimate World Series contender. That is why the idea of pursuing Tarik Skubal is so intriguing.

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Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 30

Chicago Cubs: Thoughts on Happ, Suzuki qualifying offers

The Chicago Cubs have a lot of big decisions to make this offseason. First, they pretty much have to reconstruct an entire starting rotation. After Matthew

Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / October 30

2 Chicago Cubs starting pitchers make pivotal 2027 decisions

While the Chicago Cubs made the postseason for a second-straight season, they were promptly swept in the Wild Card Series. The franchise has clear areas to improve on their roster.

Tarik Skubal News / ChiCitySports / October 29

Chicago Cubs predicted to lose Tarik Skubal free agency sweepstakes

Entering the offseason, the Chicago Cubs’ top priority is bolstering their pitching rotation. Their crown jewel in free agency would be two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Viral Sports News / October 29

Cubs’ Pete Crow-Armstrong Reveals Next Career Step

Pete Crow-Armstrong said the mental side of baseball is the part of the game he struggles with most, and the piece he believes can take him to another level.

Chicago Cubs News / Viral Sports News / October 29

Chicago Cubs Could Lose Star Player to Hated Rival

The Chicago Cubs face a pivotal offseason decision with Ian Happ, the longest-tenured player on the roster and a four-time Gold Glove winner who has spent his entire decade-long major league career in left field at Wrigley Field.

Clay Holmes News / Baseball Now / October 29

Cubs Pitcher Elects Free Agency Over $12 Million Return To Chicago

The Chicago Cubs acquired Clay Holmes at the MLB trade deadline, but now he is hitting free agency. Holmes had a $12 million player option on the three-year, $38 million deal he signed with the New York Mets before the 2025 season, and he is declining it, per ESPN's Jesse Rogers.

Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / October 29

Cubs' Boyd, Holmes decline player options, set to become free agents

Cubs' Matthew Boyd, Clay Holmes decline player options, set to become free agents

The Cubs are going to need a major overhaul of their starting rotation ahead of the 2027 season.

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Kevin Gausman News / Athlon Sports / October 29

In 2022, Kevin Gausman paid $7.65 million for a Toronto mansion; traded away, he is now asking $6.885 million — $765,000 less

Kevin Gausman’s time in Toronto has taken another step toward an ending, with the veteran pitcher reportedly listing his mansion for $6.885 million. He purchased the property for $7.65 million in March 2022, leaving the current asking price $765,000 below his original purchase price.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 28

Ian Happ's consistent power makes him a compelling free agent for Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays' priority this offseason revolves around bulking up on offense.

Blue Jays free agent target: Shota Imanaga

Free agent Michael Soroka would help fill Blue Jays' need for rotation depth

Mason Fluharty became the Blue Jays’ high-leverage lefty thanks to durability and strong performances

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Chicago Cubs News / Just Baseball / October 27

Cubs Free Agents: Who Stays and Who Goes?

The Chicago Cubs have a multitude of impending free agents that will require decisions as they begin shaping their roster for 2027. Each potential departure creates a question about how to replace that player’s production, while every reunion represents a commitment of money and a roster spot.

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 24

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski sets World Series record in Game 1

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski sets World Series record on first pitch of Game 1

There is no pitcher in Major League Baseball right now who throws harder and more consistently than Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski.

John Smoltz Q&A: Braves legend dissects World Series matchup between Brewers, Rays

Rays vs. Brewers: Revisiting each game of the season series

The 'MLB K leaders since 1995' quiz

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 21

Cubs To Make International Scouting Hire

The Cubs are expected to bring in longtime Rays international scouting director Steve Miller, as first reported by Francys Romero of BeisbolFR. Miller will serve as vice president of Chicago’s international scouting department.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 20

Cubs To Retain Both Pitching Coaches

The Cubs had to navigate a litany of injuries in the rotation and bullpen this season. A handful of trade deadline acquisitions added an extra wrinkle to managing the staff.