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Cubs Re-Sign Key Bullpen Piece To New Deal

The Chicago Cubs easily had one of the best relief corps in baseball last season, with multiple pitchers who posted an ERA under 3.00. The question going into the offseason, though, was who would be back in their bullpen in 2026, as many became free agents.

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Report: Cubs set to re-sign LHP Caleb Thielbar

The Chicago Cubs are set to bring back left-hander Caleb Thielbar in a move that is pending a physical exam, ESPN reported Tuesday Terms of the pending deal were not reported.

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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.

Caleb Thielbar News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 16

Cubs To Re-Sign Caleb Thielbar

The Cubs are re-signing veteran left-handed reliever Caleb Thielbar, per Jesse Rogers and Jeff Passan of ESPN. The agreement between the two parties is still pending the completion of a physical.

Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

Cubs Emerge As Finalist For $200 Million Free Agent

While the Chicago Cubs have been relatively quiet this offseason, this seems to be a byproduct of the current market as opposed to an indication that the club will be hesitant to make moves.

Chicago 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.

Kyle Tucker News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 16

New Kyle Tucker Contract Projection Points To Unexpected Opening For Cubs

Chicago Cubs fans are probably sick of hearing their team has no chance to sign Kyle Tucker in free agency this offseason. This comes after Tucker was a key part of the Cubs' successful 2025 season that saw them make it within one game of the NLCS.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.