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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16
Cubs position player pitchers: Joe Mather 
The 2012 Cubs were, by design, a bad team. New President of Baseball Operations Theo Epstein had torn down the previous structure to rebuild, and what was left was not very good.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16
Cubs free agent target: Munetaka Murakami
Thanks to BCB reader JayWent, who suggested I write an article about Japanese third baseman Munetaka Murakami and the chances the Cubs might be interested in him.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 16
Chicago Cubs news and notes — Ballesteros, Imai, King
Luke Weaver is the latest name floating around in the blogosphere. Michael King is said to have reduced his potential landing spots to three AL East cities.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / December 16
If Cubs Want To Get Better, Rotation Must Get Younger
Historically, and certainly since Craig Counsell made the trip down I-90 from Milwaukee, the Cubs have been a pitching-first ballclub. If you closely examine their best teams in recent memory, hurlers like Jon Lester, Jake Arrieta, Carlos Zambrano, Kyle Hendricks, and even newcomers like Cade Horton mark a pedigree of lockdown starting pitching.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16
Cubs Select Pure-Hitting SEC Second Baseman In Early MLB Mock Draft
The Chicago Cubs have had a pattern of late. With each of their last five first-round draft picks, they've selected a player from a power conference college.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 16
Chicago Cubs are out on one starting pitcher target during 2026 MLB Free Agency
The Chicago Cubs have made it known that they are targeting pitching this offseason. Whether it be from a trade or signing, they want to improve on the mound heading into the 2026 season.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 15
Cubs Reportedly Left Off Top Free Agent Starting Pitchers' Shortlist
If there is one aspect of the roster that the Chicago Cubs have been very adamant about patching up this offseason, it is their pitching staff, and specifically the starting rotation.
Shota Imanaga News / ChiCitySports / December 15
Chicago Cubs: Shota Imanaga opens up about decision to stay in Chicago
The Chicago Cubs were responsible for the first shock of the MLB offseason when they declined to pick up the option on lefty starter Shota Imanaga, which would’ve extended his contract three years at a cost of $57 million.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 15
Cubs position player pitchers: Gary Gaetti
Eight years have passed since the last Cubs position player to pitch, Doug Dascenzo, who pitched in four games for the team covering five innings. There was great hope for the 1999 Cubs entering the season.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / December 15
Chicago Cubs exec says the quiet part out loud, affirming frustrating offseason strategy
The Chicago Cubs entered the offseason surrounded by buzz declaring that they would be uncharacteristically aggressive in pursuing top talent. And it made sense.
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.
Chicago Cubs News / Cubs Insider / December 15
Cubs Caroling December 20
Join your fellow Cubs fans as we sing our way around Wrigleyville on Saturday, December 20th for our 8th annual Cubs Caroling event! Cubs parodist, podcaster, and Bleacher Bum Band frontman Danny Rockett has written another batch of updated Cubs Christmas song parodies!
Nico Hoerner News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 15
Why Cubs Star Nico Hoerner Is A Great Fit For Team USA In World Baseball Classic
Nico Hoerner has lived up to his first-round pick status with the Chicago Cubs since he arrived in the Majors in 2019. In his seven years in Chicago, he’s slashed .282/.340/.384 with 36 home runs and 278 RBI.
Chicago Cubs News / Bleed Cubbie Blue / December 15
Chicago Cubs history unpacked — December 15
On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, Bleed Cubbie Blue is pleased to present a Cubs-centric look at baseball’s colorful past. Here’s a handy Cubs timeline, to help you follow the various narrative paths.
Dansby Swanson News / Athlon Sports / December 14
Cubs' Dansby Swanson Announces News Away From MLB on Sunday
The Chicago Cubs remain hopeful of making another trip to the MLB playoffs in 2025. The front office is expected to make additions to the roster in order to contend for first place in the NL Central.
Kyle Tucker News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Cubs may have permanently damaged chances with top free agent
The Chicago Cubs entered the 2025 MLB campaign with one of the most loaded rosters in baseball, and it was thanks much in part to their trade for Kyle Tucker the preceding offseason.
Jaxon Wiggins News / ChiCitySports / December 14
Chicago Cubs: High hopes for Jaxon Wiggins, the last of the homegrown arms
The Chicago Cubs have not exactly lit the offseason baseball world on fire. Despite a lot of bullish talk and plenty of “we’re going after so and so” PR leaked to media, the team’s entire talent haul so far consists of relievers Phil Maton and Hoby Milner, plus a couple of minor league-level depth pieces.
Anthony Rizzo News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 14
Cubs Legend Anthony Rizzo Reveals The Next 'Terrifying' Project He's Taking On
So far, retirement has been good for Anthony Rizzo. He retired as a Chicago Cub and nearly caught a home run ball in the bleachers at Wrigley Field, which was the first time he had ever sat out there.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 13
Cubs have a new vice president of pitching
During this offseason, the Chicago Cubs are looking to strengthen their pitching staff. As it turns out, it is not just on the mound. On Saturday, the Cubs announced they had hired former pitcher Tyler Zombro as their vice president of pitching, per Jeff Passan of ESPN.
Hoby Milner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Cubs To Sign Hoby Milner
The Cubs and left-hander Hoby Milner are in agreement on a one-year deal. The MVP Sports Group will make $3.75MM plus incentives. Michael Cerami of Bleacher Nation was first on the deal.
Nico Hoerner News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Nico Hoerner Drawing Trade Interest
Cubs second baseman Nico Hoerner has come up in trade conversations, according to a report from Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. The
Kyle Tucker News / Yardbarker / December 11
Dodgers may sign Kyle Tucker under one condition
Tucker is the biggest name in free agency right now, and with the Dodgers' need for help at the corner spots of the outfield, he's an obvious fit for Dave Roberts' team.
Nico Hoerner News / Just Baseball / December 10
Should the Cubs Trade or Extend Nico Hoerner?
In today’s home run-obsessed MLB, it seems like the scrappy player is a thing of the past. Second base used to be a spot for the player who hits for average, doesn’t strikeout, steals bases, and plays good defense.
Alex Bregman News / Yardbarker / December 10
Red Sox face two competitors for Alex Bregman
Retaining Bregman should be a priority for the Red Sox, but they will have some competition.
Mike Soroka News / Yardbarker / December 8
Diamondbacks make early move at Winter Meetings, agree to deal with RHP Michael Soroka
The Arizona Diamondbacks wasted no time getting to work at the open of MLB's Winter Meetings.
Kyle Tucker News / Larry Brown Sports / December 4
Report: Cubs eyeing a three-time All-Star bat to replace Kyle Tucker
The Chicago Cubs are already appear to have their contingency plan for Kyle Tucker’s departure. Chicago is showing renewed interest in three-time All-Star infielder Alex Bregman, Patrick Mooney and Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic reported on Thursday.
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